In a statement to Village Council at their January 20, 2010 meeting, chamber vice-chair David Getreu announced the chamber’s intent on being a strong advocate for business in the area. As part of that advocacy the chamber was publicly siding with Village Council’s stated goals regarding local business and economy as included in the Granville Comprehensive Plan and that the chamber urged council to make those goals priorities.

Below is the text of the chamber’s stated presented 1/20/2010 to Village Council by David Getreu.

 

"I am David Getreu representing the Granville Area Chamber of Commerce and chair of it’s advocacy committee.  Last Wednesday the chamber board met and came up with goals for 2010.  One of our top priorities this year is advocacy for business."

"We will be advocating for issues that are related to business and development in the Granville Area. This past year has been difficult for business in Granville.  Therefore, we appreciate Village Council for seeing the chamber as a collaborative partner for business this year in your goals on page 2.  We will work with you to help manage growth and promote a positive image of Granville."

"On page 4 of your goals you set fourth your development goals.  The chamber will work with you in being proactive with business, supporting Granville area businesses and fostering entrepreneurship. We will work with you to develop a strategy for recruiting, retaining, sustaining Granville area businesses.  Therefore, we want you to rank these goals as high priorities for the Council over this year.  Thank you."