Tempe Chamber Hosts Photo Radar Debate

Experts will explore the pros and cons of photo radar and red light enforcement on Arizona’s roadways at this eye-opening event. This highly charged issue will be discussed by Shawn Dow, Chairman of Arizona’s Citizens Against Photo Radar. Also invited to participate in the discussion are representatives from the Tempe Police Department, the Arizona Department of Public Safety, and Redflex, the company that installs and maintains the cameras.

Mayor Hugh Hallman’s State of the City Address on Nov. 10

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce and the City of Tempe are proud to present Mayor Hugh Hallman’s State of the City Address on Nov. 10 at the Buttes in Tempe.

Tempe Chamber Hosts Gov. Jan Brewer at Business Luncheon

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce was proud to host Arizona Governor Janice K. Brewer at an informal business luncheon on Oct. 19 at the Bridgeview Condominiums at Hayden Ferry Lakeside.

Health Care Reform – Right, Privilege or Both? Experts Address the Issue at our Oct. 15th Forum

Our country is engaged in a vocal – to say the least – debate about the future of health care in America. While much attention has been focused on the loudest voices, there are many factors to consider when forming your position and preparing for changes that will affect you.

A State of the Schools Address Thank You!

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce’s 2009 State of the Schools Address was an incredible informative and exciting event! We learned so much from our amazing panelists and soon will be sharing with you their ideas on how to improve our educational community.

Lies, Damn Lies and Statistics

Statistics – raw numbers, averages, percentages – have no meaning without context. Two perfect examples came to my desk this week.

October Business Advocate Newsletter Published

The October issue of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce’s monthly newsletter features business and community news, legislative and political developments impacting your business, special Tempe Chamber offers, information on upcoming seminars, workshops and events and much more.

Vote “Yes” in Bond Election

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors has voted to support the Tempe Elementary School District’s Nov. 3 $77 million bond election.

“The Big Game” HDTV Raffle

The Tempe Chamber is holding a raffle for a flat panel High Definition LCD 1080p television.

Quality Education Adds Value To Our Community

Through prudent financial planning the Kyrene School District has weathered the economic meltdown better than many area school districts. Thankfully, despite the economic woes of our state, Kyrene has been able to improve the quality of education through the voters’ approval of overrides and bond programs.