Longmont Chamber Blog
Keep up with what the Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce is doing for and with our community! We use this blog to publish our positions on essential business legislation, event information, and community connections. Follow us on social media for more updates.
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Representative McCormick on Colorado Proposition 129: Veterinary Professional Associate Initiative
For 40 years as a veterinarian, compassionate animal care has been my calling. As a State Representative, we have explored the idea of a Veterinary Professional Associate (VPA), in Prop. 129, for three years. After hundreds of hours researching, listening to experts, veterinary economists, the FDA, the USDA, universities, accreditation teams, veterinary liability providers, professional organizations of veterinarians and veterinary technicians, shelters, practice owners, rural folks and animal lovers everywhere…we heard serious safety concerns and barriers, concluding a VPA would be unable to truly help the animals we love.
Supporting St. Vrain Valley School District’s 2024 Ballot Question 5C: Investing in Our Future Without Increasing Taxes
As a proud advocate for the prosperity of our community, the Longmont Chamber of Commerce wholeheartedly supports the St. Vrain Valley School District’s 2024 Ballot Question 5C. 5C is an investment of $739.8 million into our schools and communities without an increase in property taxes.
25th Annual Unity in the Community: Let’s Party Like it’s 1999
This year, the Longmont Chamber will host its popular “Unity in the Community” event, now in its 25th year. Unity started in 1999 with the name “Meet Your Elected Officials.” Now, this Longmont festival with the name “Unity in the Community” is more relevant than ever.
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Showcasing Longmont’s Vibrant History: The Chamber’s Jubilee Celebration
On Wednesday, February 28th, the Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce hosted our annual membership celebration and award ceremony, Jubilee, at the Longmont Museum.
Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce Announces partnership with Jenifer Freeman of Constellation Strategies for Public Policy and Advocacy Position
The Longmont Chamber has signed a contract with Jenifer Freeman of Constellation Strategies for its Public Policy and Advocacy work. Jenifer Freeman is the Founder and CEO of the newly formed Constellation Strategies firm.
Elevating the Business Voice: The Impact of Longmont Chamber’s Business Needs Survey
In 2023, the Longmont Chamber initiated its inaugural Business Needs Survey, an endeavor that yielded valuable insights shaping the Chamber’s initiatives throughout the year. We are getting ready to launch the 2024 survey in January, so I’d like to revisit key outcomes of the first edition and review its influence on the Chamber’s activities.
A Letter from Scott’s Mom
In this post, Longmont Chamber CEO Scott Cook’s mother, Victoria, shares a story close to her heart—a story about Longmont, a community that has played an integral role in shaping the lives of her family.
Foundation Forward: Building a Stronger Community Together
Fundraising on #GivingTuesday is new to us— as a 501(c)6 organization, the Longmont Chamber operates solely on the dues of our members and the sponsorship of our programs. With the help of the Longmont Community Foundation, we started the Foundation Forward fund so all contributions are a charitable donation and everyone has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact to support this effort.
