COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Division Goal:
Support and develop initiatives to promote Terre Haute and Vigo County as an excellent place to live, work and do business.

Division Vice Chair: Archie Kappel, Aisin Brake & Chassis, Inc.

Economic Analysis: The economic trends committee  develops programs and initiatives to educate the public and business community on local, state and national economic conditions. This includes planning the Groundhog Day Economic Forecast, conducting the Quarterly Cost of Living Study and compiling community demographics information.  (Chairperson: Dr. Robert Guell, Indiana State University; Staff: Rod Henry)

Terre Haute Tomorrow: Planning for the future, Terre Haute Tomorrow is a joint effort of the Chamber and the Terre Haute Area Economic Development Corporation. Opportunities for community improvement, growth and development are addressed through this collaborative planning effort.  (Chairperson: Norm Lowery, First Financial; Staff: Rod Henry)

Jobs Growth: Support and work cooperatively and assertively with Terre Haute EDC to attract quality employment opportunities as well as to enhance retention and expansion of business and industry.  (Scott Jaeger, Thompson's Honda, Motorsports & Toyota of Terre Haute; Staff: Rod Henry)

Other Division Initiatives: Wabash Valley Crimestoppers, Inc.




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