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Vol. 21 No. 11 November 2013 Holiday Happening pg. 5

100th Anniversay Awards Ceremonny pg. 6

Imagine Lubbock Together Update pg. 12

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In the news this month: Holiday Happening ................................................ 5 100th Aniversary Awards Celebration .................. 6 Voting Day Information ......................................10 TRC Annoucement ...............................................11 Imagine Lubbock Together Update ....................12 Fall 2013 WaterSmart Award ...............................13

2013 Board of Directors Executive Committee

Chairman Carlos Morales, Caprock Home Health Services Chairwoman-Elect Alona Bessinger, Suddenlink Communication Immediate Past Chairman Tim Collins, Collins Tile, LLP Treasurer Peter Hur, RFS Financial Services Secretary Eddie McBride , Lubbock Chamber of Commerce

A Message from the Chamber

Vice Chairman, Business Development Division Sidney Hopper, United Supermarkets, LLC

Since 1913, the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce’s mission of strengthening, promoting and serving its member businesses has positively benefited the entire region and local quality of life.

Vice Chairwoman, Communications Division Polly Vann, V-tech Environmental Services

As the largest business federation on the South Plains, the Chamber represents almost 2,200 members who employ approximately 73,000 workers, and account for around $900 million in economic impact in Lubbock and West Texas. This is accomplished without the use of tax dollars.

Each day, the Chamber strengthens, promotes and serves its member businesses through numerous programs and events. The Chamber advocates on local, state and federal levels and offers diverse programs for both large and small as well as minority-owned businesses.

Share your News!

To submit an article or sponsor an issue, contact the Chamber at (806) 761-7000.

Vice Chairwoman, Hispanic Business Divison Irasema Velasquez , Velasquez Insurance and Worksite Benefits Vice Chairwoman, Leadership Division Beth Bridges, South Plains Mall Office Vice Chairman, Legislative Affairs Division Jay Jacobus, Scarborough Specialties, Inc. Vice Chairman, Membership Division Robert Lacy, PYCO Industries, Inc. Hispanic Business Division Representative Gabe Vitela, Texas Land & Cattle Steak House

Board of Directors Carmen Aguirre, Children’s Advocacy Center of the South Plains Ron Betenbough, Betenbough Homes John Brock, NorthStar Surgical Center Michael Calvillo, Michael Calvillo Bail Bonds Renee G. Davis, Alderson/Mercedes-Benz Scott Fagin, First United Bank Brice Foster, Southwest Bank Linda Gaither, WestMark Realtors- Gaither/Ratclif Sonny Garza, City Bank Clayton Isom, TAO Development Group Dan Jackson, KCBD Brent King, UMC Health System Brandon Mulkey, Chick-fil-A South Plains Crossing David Park, Atmos Energy Richard Parks, Covenant Health Kathy Oaks, American Cancer Society Bill Patton, Robinson, Johnston & Patton, CPAs Tim Perrin, Lubbock Christian University Norval Pollard, City Bank Cathy Pope, StarCare Specialty Health System Cory Powell, Texas Tech University Shirley Schleuse, Lamar Outdoor Advertising Frank Silvas, AFLAC Diannah Tatum, Sanford & Tatum Insurance Agency David Vroonland, Frenship Independent School District Mitch Watson, FirstBank & Trust Co. Connie Wharton, Mulcahy Wharton Business Consultants Gary Zheng, Lubbock Power & Light

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Calender of Events

Chamber University - Marketing & Public Relations November 5 Chamber 101 - November 6 Fearless Friday Fan Fest – November 8 100th Anniversary Awards Celebration – December 5

Website Views

1,999,664 This number represents each time a business entry is viewed from our directory. When someone searches for a business, each result counts towards these impressions.

Pizza with the President Chamber 101: Everything you ever wanted to know about the Chamber

RSVP TODAY On November 6, make plans to attend Chamber 101 – Pizza with the President from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the San Jacinto room (second floor) at the Wells Fargo Building, 1500 Broadway.

If you are a new member of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce or a new employee of a long standing member, attending Chamber 101 is a great way to learn more about the Chamber. Not only will you learn what we do, but how you can get involved. This is also a great opportunity to grow your business network and start building relationships with other members, as well as our volunteers and Chamber staff.

The lunch is free to attend for all members and prospective members. To RSVP or for additional information, contact Colleen Evans, Vice President of Membership Services, at colleen.evans@lubbockbiz.org or by phone at (806) 761-7001.

November 1

Transportation Committee Meeting 10:30 a.m. – LCOC 2 Ribbon Cutting for US Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots 2013 Kick Off Event - 11 a.m. - 1501 Mac Davis Ln 5 Chamber University: Marketing & Public Relations 8 a.m. Childrens Hospital 4000 24th St. Ribbon Cutting for Tumbleco - 11:30 a.m. 2407 20th St. Young Professionals First Tuesday Networking - 5:30 p.m.

City Bank - 5219 City Bank Parkway 6 Chamber 101 - Pizza with the President 11:30 a.m. – 1500 Broadway, 2nd Floor San Jacinto Rm Ribbon Cutting for Tesori - 4:30 p.m. 2811 S. Loop 289, Ste. 10 7 Agriculture Committee Meeting - 8 a.m. - LCOC Business After Hours hosted by Stella’s 5:30 p.m.

4646 50th St. 8 Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting 10:30 a.m. - LCOC Ribbon Cutting for Hub City Vapors - 11:30 a.m. 4206 50th St., Ste. B Fearless Friday Fan Fest - 6 p.m. – United Spirt Arena 11 Chamber Offices Closed for Veterans Day 12 Leadership Lubbock Committee Meeting 10:30 a.m. - LCOC Young Professionals Committee Meeting Noon - LCOC 13 Ribbon Cutting for the TTU West Texas Business Summitt 9 a.m. - Overton Hotel & Conference Center New Century Leadership Committee Meeting 11 a.m. LCOC YPGL Lunch and Learn - Noon - 1500 Broadway 2nd Floor, San Jacinto Rm 14 Ribbon Cutting for Red, White and You Veterans Job Fair 9:45 a.m. - 1501 Mac Davis Ln, Civic Center Committee Prayer Breakfast Committee Meeting 3 p.m. - LCOC Ribbon Cutting for 10th Annual “Be A Santa To A Senior” sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care 4:30 p.m. - 6501 University Ave (KMart) 15 Ribbon Cutting for Costco - 7:30 a.m. - 6020 34th St. 19 Ribbon Cutting for MCM Elegante Hotel & Suites - 4:30 p.m.

801 Ave Q 20 Ambassador Monthly Luncheon - La Quinta Inn & Suites North 5006 Auburn St. Ribbon Cutting for Junior League of Lubbock Holiday Happenings 2013 - 4 p.m. - Civic Center 21 Executive Committee Meeting - Noon - LCOC 28-29 Chamber Offices Closed for Thanksgiving For a complete list of Chamber and member events, visit our calendar online at lubbockchamber.com.

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Holiday Happening

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

The Junior League of Lubbock, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Founded 60 years ago, The JLL is comprised of more than 150 active members and over 450 sustaining members who contributed more than 15,000 hours of volunteer service in the last year. Our current programs target our focus area of Education.

JLL volunteers currently impact the communityat-large through two signature initiatives, including: Food2Kids, a partnership with Lubbock ISD which provides up to 1,000 sacks of food each week during the school year for children who have little to no nourishment over the weekend; and SPARK, the JLL’s newest signature project which kicks off its pilot year this Fall. Prior projects include, Safety City, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Rainbow Room, Legacy Play Village, and many, many more.

Signature projects require funding and so the JLL reaches out to the community. Holiday Happening is an annual fundraiser of the Junior League of Lubbock. Since it was founded in 1979, Holiday Happening has raised more than $5 million for the Lubbock Community. Proceeds from this year’s event will be used to support the Food2Kids Program, Kids in the Kitchen and other community programs. The Food2Kids program provides almost 900 weekly food sacks to children in the Lubbock Independent School District who would otherwise go hungry during the weekend. The Kids in the Kitchen program is an initiative that educates and empowers children to make healthy eating and lifestyle choices.

This year there is more. Excitement is building as the Junior League of Lubbock’s 60th Anniversary Celebration Gala becomes reality. Cindy Whitehead and Deborah Finlayson, co-chairs for the event have assembled a committee of sustainers who have been busy bees getting the details put together.

Thank you to the Lubbock community for allowing the Junior League of Lubbock to continue to fulfill our mission and commitment to you.

Save the Dates: Holiday Happening 2013-The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

November 20th-24th at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Sparkle and Shine-Celebrating 60 years of Service Saturday, March 22, 2014 at the Overton Hotel Ballroom For more information, call 806.794.8894, visit our website www.jllubbock.com or find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/jllubock

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We have been busy celebrating our centennial! Thanks to all who participated in answering our Facebook Trivia questions during Chamber of Commerce Week! Congratulations to all our winners!

The questions featured in the contest were: Where are the five Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Centennial billboards located in Lubbock? University (130th St) & 1585, 19th & Ave S, 25th & Texas Ave, Ave Q & 42nd, 19th & Nashville How many committees does the Chamber currently have? 21 How many Chairmen of the Chamber Board have there been? 94 Who was the first woman to serve as Chairwoman and what year?

Shirley Christian in 1997 What was the name of the predecessor organization prior to the Chamber of Commerce? Lubbock Commercial Club Who is the Chamber's longest known member? J.E. Murphee & Son

A BIG thanks to Coca-Cola Refreshments and Nothing Bundt Cakes and Diamontrigue for donating prizes!

Thanks for your support!

A century of working for business, believing in lubbock

100th Anniversary Awards Celebration The 100th Anniversary Awards Ceremony will celebrate a century of “Working for Business, Believing in Lubbock” for the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and will honor those who made it possible. Awards to be presented include Ambassador of the Year sponsored by Parkhill, Smith & Cooper; Volunteer of the Year sponsored by the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, Business Person of the Year, Business of the Year, as well as the Business Person Hall of Fame and Business Hall of Fame presented by FirstBank & Trust.

The luncheon will be Thursday, December 5th from 11:30 a.m.

– 1:00 p.m.in the Banquet Hall of the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center.

Thank you to our generous sponsors: Annual Meeting Presenting Sponsor: FirstBank & Trust Annual Report Presenting Sponsor: FirstCare Health Plans Annual Meeting Diamond Sponsors: George McMahan Development, LLC, Suddenlink Annual Report Diamond Sponsor: American National Bank Annual Report Platinum Sponsor: Atmos Energy McDougal Companies Annual Meeting Platinum Sponsors: Centennial Bank, Sanford & Tatum Insurance Agency Award Sponsors: Parkhill, Smith & Cooper Volunteer Center of Lubbock

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Annual Meeting Gold Sponsors: Betenbough Homes Caprock Home Health Services, Inc. City Bank Coca-Cola Refreshments Covenant Health Happy State Bank Lubbock County Lubbock National Bank Prosperity Bank Sysco West Texas, Inc. Wells Fargo Annual Meeting Silver Sponsors: AimBank BBVA Compass Bank Benchmark Business Solutions First United Bank Lubbock Christian University Lubbock Economic Development Alliance Reese Technology Center South Plains College South Plains Sonic Management Southwest Bank StarCare Specialty Health System UMC Health System Workforce Solutions South Plains Sponsorships are available including $750 Award Sponsors, $400 Silver Sponsors and $550 Gold Sponsors that all include one reserved table with seating for eight.

For additional information, click here, contact the chamber at (806) 761-7000 or email robin.raney@lubbockbiz.org.

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Christmas season is a for holiday festivities, time with family and gift giving. For some area elderly residents, Christmas can be a reminder of isolation and need. Unfortunately, some seniors could go without a Christmas celebration or a visit from friends or family. That’s why Home Instead Senior Care has coordinated with Meals on Wheels and Adult Protective Services Silver Star Board to collect and distribute gift items to needy seniors with the Be a Santa to a Senior community service program.

This year marks the 10th year for the program which distributes thousands of useful items to seniors each year in the Lubbock area to let them know that they have not been forgotten.

Most seniors are asking for practical gift items like blankets, space heaters, sleep wear, hygiene items and sometimes even food.

Those wishing to brighten the life of a senior may help by selecting a recipient from those listed on the ornaments displayed on Christmas trees located at Kmart, 6201 University, City Bank, 5219 City Bank Parkway or at the Home Instead Senior Care office at 1010 Slide Rd. Volunteers are also needed to help deliver the gifts and say “Merry Christmas” to a lonely senior on December 17th.

If you would like more information about how you can help a local senior this holiday, please contact Home Instead Senior Care at 281-4663 or visit the website www.beasantatoasenior.com

Costco in Lubbock!

Costco is known internationally for offering its 70 million members quality, name-brand and private-label merchandise at incredible values.

Costco helps members save on a wide range of items and services, as well as helping business save on supplies and on items for resale. Its warehouses feature convenient specialty departments, including a Gas Station, Optical Department, Pharmacy, Tire Center and Hearing Aid Center.

The company’s ability to offer high-quality goods and

services at low prices has created a devoted following. Costco members have come to expect the best value on everything from electronics and furniture to fine wine and jewelry.

Costco keeps prices low by limiting the number of products it offers. By carrying an assortment of about 4,000 items, Costco’s buyers can focus on providing the perfect blend of quality, brand names and features.

The company has been recognized throughout the country for providing its employees with real living wages – the highest in the industry – and for its ethical business practices.

Join Costco today in Lubbock at 6020 34th St., just outside West Loop 289.

Business After Hours November 7, 2013 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

4646 50th Street Hosted by Stella’s Restaurant

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September Ambassador of the Month: Molly Harris

by Peyton Waldrip

The Chamber congratulates the September Ambassador of the Month, Molly Harris. Harris has been an Ambassador with the Chamber for 10 years. For the last six months, Harris has served as the regional director of business development for Lakeside Nursing and Rehab, Hospice of the South Plains, and several other facilities in the region. Harris assists in the development of relationships with physicians, case managers and discharge planners in order to continue the census growth in these facilities.

Harris certainly recognizes the importance and value of a Chamber membership.

“If you are truly interested in networking and promoting your business, joining the Chamber is a great way to get your face and name out to a vast number of people if you attend Business After Hours,” Harris said. “Many people attend this event, so you’re able to market yourself and your business in a short amount of time to a large number of people.”

Harris said her favorite Lubbock Chamber of Commerce events are the Business Expo and the Hub City BBQ. She currently serves as the chair of the Business Expo.

“The opportunities for networking and building lasting relationships are endless,” Harris said. “You get out of the Chamber what you are willing to put into it.”

Outside of the Chamber, Harris stays actively involved in See Us, Save Us, Motorcycle Awareness, CASA, Meals on Wheels and South Plains Home Care Association.

Ambassador Program sponsored by

Harris receiving her award from David Putman

Business of the Month: U.S. Marine Corps During the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce 12th annual Hub City BBQ, Marines and Marine Candidates distinguished themselves through their superior performance by providing support for the volunteer roles and various responsibilities required to run an event of this magnitude.

A p p rox i m a te l y 90 U.S. Marine volunteers worked from 6 a.m.

Wednesday morning to the end of the day Thursday. The marines are from two different units: The Marine Corps Recruiting Command, Recruiting Station Albuquerque, which includes the Officer Selection Team and Enlisted Recruiting led by Staff NCO in charge Gunnury Sergeant Humphries. The second unit is led

by Sergeant Padilla of the Motor Transportation Company Combat Logistics Battalion 453.

These Marines and Candidates displayed exceptional communication and initiative enabling the Chamber to have the most successful BBQ event to date. Their professionalism, outstanding organizational and communication skills

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while dealing with participants and attendees contributed significantly to the success of the event and made a lasting impression on the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, the Lubbock business community and Lubbock citizens.

Their exemplary ability, initiative and dedication to duty reflected great credit upon themselves and the United States Marine Corps while further increasing their community engagement.

Mike Lambert reads a letter from Eddie McBride to Gunnery Gergeant Humphreys, Captain Pardo, Sergeant Brown, Sergeant Padilla and Captain Strehl.

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Chamber Staff President & CEO Eddie McBride, IOM Vice President Administration Sheri Nugent, IOM Vice President Business Development Robin Raney, IOM Vice President Communications & Marketing Tammi Boozer Vice President Hispanic Business Division Diana Fabing Vice President Leadership Vacant Vice President Legislative Affairs Norma Ritz Johnson, IOM, CCE Vice President Membership Services Colleen Evans, IOM Retention Specialist Amy Marquez Project & Research Specialist Audrey DeLeon Administrative Assistant Kathy Bass Office Coordinator/Accounting Clerk Patsy Moffett Customer Service Representative Patricia Picon Interns Samantha Daggett Keely Hamman Peyton Waldrip

Lubbock Chamber of Commerce

100th Anniversary Awards Celebration

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December 5, 2013 |11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Lubbock Memorial Civic Center

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November 5 Election Day Voting Information Each of the amendments on the November ballot has been approved by two-thirds of the House and Senate and will require majority approval from voters to take effect.

The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce endorses 8 of the 9 amendments as indicated below.

YES: Amendment 1: would authorize the Legislature to provide a property tax exemption for the spouses of veterans.

This amendment specifically authorizes a tax exemption for all or part of the market value of the residences of spouses of military members who are killed in action.

YES: Amendment 2: would eliminate a requirement for a State Medical Education Board and a State Medical Education Fund. Neither is in operation, with the State Medical Education Board having been defunct for more than a quarter-century.

YES: Amendment 3: would extend the tax exemption period on storing aircraft parts in the state and would provide more tax relief to aerospace manufacturers, which often hold such parts in inventory for an extended period of time.

YES: Amendment 4: would authorize the Legislature to give a partial property tax exemption on charity-donated residences to disabled veterans or their surviving spouses. The amendment would strike the current requirement that qualifying residents be "100 percent" disabled.

NEUTRAL: Amendment 5: would allow homeowners age 62 or older to use reverse mortgages to purchase residences.

The current law only expressly allows traditional mortgages, which lets such homeowners borrow against the equity of their homes. The amendment would allow the prospective borrower to use a Federal Housing Administration-insured home equity conversion mortgage to help buy a new home.

YES: Amendment 6: would create two funds to help finance key projects in the state water plan by pulling about $2 billion from the Texas Economic Stabilization Fund. Authored by state Sen. Tommy Williams, R-The Woodlands.

YES: Amendment 7: would authorize home-rule municipalities to choose how to fill city council vacancies if the positions have less than 12 months remaining in a three- or fouryear term. The amendment would remove the requirement to hold a mandatory special election for those positions if local voters choose to change their charters accordingly.

YES: Amendment 8: would repeal a constitutional provision authorizing the creation of a hospital district in Hidalgo County.

YES: Amendment 9: would authorize the State Commission on Judicial Conduct to use additional disciplinary actions — including public admonition, warning, reprimand, or required additional training or education — against judges or justices after a hearing. The current law allows the SCJC to issue a public censure or recommend a judge's removal or retirement.

Chamber University Nov. 5: Marketing & Public Relations Learn from the pros! Local subject matter experts from The Price Group and RD Thomas will discuss key components of marketing and public relations, including effective and innovative use of social media, brand management and protecting your brand. Eddie Owens, Director of Corporate Communications for United Supermarkets, will discuss key components of crisis communications.

Registration begins at 8 a.m. with a light continental breakfast in the Arnett Room of Covenant Children’s Hospital located at 4000 24th Street. The seminar begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. and concludes by 11:30 a.m.

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Chamber University is presented by Covenant Health, and sponsored by American National Bank, United Supermarkets,LLC, and Workforce Solutions South Plains Questions regarding the Chamber University series may be directed to Robin Raney, VP of Business Development at robin.raney@lubbockbiz.org or by calling (806) 761-7000.

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2013 Total Resource Campaign Announced The success of the 2013 Total Resource Campaign would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of the volunteers. The planning for the 2014 Total Resource Campaign, “THE BIG PICTURE,” has begun and we need you. The eight-week revenue generating program will run February 27, 2014 – April 30, 2014. If you would like to volunteer for this highly successful project please contact Sheri Nugent, sheri.nugent@lubbockbiz. org or one of the leadership team members listed below: Brice Foster, Southwest Bank – Chairman Nick Atwood, MassMutual Financial Group – Co-Chairman and Vice Chairman Marinda Heinrich, Atmos Energy – Vice Chiarwoman Chris Ramirez, Suddenlink – Vice Chairman Diannah Tatum, Sanford & Tatum Insurance Agency – Vice Chairwoman Scott Fagin, First United Bank – Vice Chairman

The Big Picture 2014 Total Resource Campaign DIRECTED BY

STARRING

BRICE FOSTER

AWARD-WINNING VOLUNTEERS

Now Accepting Nominations Membership Hub City bbq Business Expo Golf Classic Business Mercado Annual Meeting Chamber University AND SO MUCH MORE

Marinda Heinrich

SUPPORTING CAST

Chris Rameriz

The 5th Annual Business Mercado was held on October 15 at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. Forty-four exhibitors and nearly 500 attendees enjoyed free food, entertainment, and prizes throughout the four-hour event. Attendees enjoyed a large variety of businesses ranging from healthcare to banking services. The Lubbock High School ballet folklorico dancers and mariachi band performed throughout the event and business members enjoyed learning about each other through the vendor commercials displayed onstage.

Thank you to all our businesses who participated in the Business Mercado and the sponsors who helped make this event possible.

Media Sponsor Ramar Communications, Inc. Diamond Sponsor FirstCare Health Plans Suddenlink

Nick Atwood

Scott Fagin Diannah Tatum

Platinum Sponsor American National Bank TTU Small Business Development Center Gold Sponsor Amerigroup Caprock Home Health Services, Inc. Texas Department of Transportation United Supermarkets, LLC Wells Fargo Workforce Solutions South Plains Print Sponsor Parks Printing, Inc. Door Prize Sponsor Prosperity Bank Edible Arrangements Hospitality Sponsor State Farm Sam’s Club

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Imagine Lubbock Together Update The Imagine Lubbock Together (ILT) implementation effort officially began August 1 and is taking shape with initial meetings of various task forces and groups focused on seeing the plan to fruition. A copy of the plan can be found here. The ILT Implementation effort comes on the heels of an 18-month long process that included 12 months of gathering public input to shape the plan.

“During our 20 public events in 2012, we visited with over 1,900 citizens including 800 at our Vision Summit last October,” said Connie Wharton, ILT Committee Chairwoman. “We received over 1,250 comments and over 500 ideas from almost 8,000 people who visited our website as well as our events.

Those who live in our hometown definitely care about Lubbock, and it really showed during the entire visioning and planning process,” she added.

After the public input phase of ILT, the ILT Steering Committee began the process of developing the policy framework for the Strategic Plan. They took into consideration four factors: the vision derived from the community’s ideas, the recommendations made by stakeholders during the ILT design charrette, the analysis of conditions and trends prepared by the consultants, and their personal and institutional knowledge of the community.

Based on those four factors they identified eight elements around which to organize the strategic implementation plan of the vision. They include: Arts and Culture, Basic and Fundamental Services, Beautification and Image, Downtown, Economic Development, Education, Entertainment and Recreation, and Neighborhoods.

Basic and Fundamental Services was further divided into five elements: Energy, Water, Mobility, Health, and Safety.

Each plan element is chaired by volunteers who are facilitating partnerships and processes aimed at fulfilling the ILT Vision and Strategic Implementation Plan.

Strategic Plan Elements and Leaders 1. Arts and Culture – Kathy Gilbreath and Dr. Don Haragan Primary Recommendation -- Expand and improve Lubbock’s role as a cultural center. WHO -- ILT supports and endorses the efforts of Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Alliance (LEPAA) and recommends they accomplish the steps.

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2. Basic and Fundamental Services – Mayor pro tem Karen Gibson and TBD Energy.

Primary Recommendation -- Make Lubbock a national leader in long-term energy planning and supply including renewable energy sources. WHO -- The City leads the effort. ILT supports and endorses the efforts through the support of the Chamber.

Water. Primary Recommendation -- Continue City leadership of the highly successful water supply and planning program.

Enhance Lubbock citizens’ awareness of our long-term water supply and continued outstanding planning program. WHO -The City leads the effort. ILT supports and endorses the efforts through the support of the Chamber.

Mobility. Primary Recommendation -- Support the implementation of a multimodal transportation system. WHO – City, County and MPO; ILT promotes and supports implementation through the Chamber Transportation Committee.

Health. Primary Recommendation -- Emphasize healthy lifestyles. WHO -- ILT supports and recommends the creation of a coalition of community (City, County, TTU, public schools, other State and Federal agencies) and wellness activities.

Safety. Primary Recommendation -- Make Lubbock safer. WHO -- ILT recommends City Council create a coalition to satisfy this step and include County resources to assist.

3. Beautification and Image – Suzanne Taylor and Chamber staff Primary Recommendation -- Create an attractive and inviting community that fosters a positive image.

Ensure our gateways/highways/roads are esthetically pleasing.

WHO -- ILT recommends that the City Council coordinates with TxDOT, MPO, County, City of Lubbock Streets Department and Parks and Recreation Department and include in all maintenance plans.

Encourage our community to promote cleanup, recycling and beautification initiatives. WHO -- ILT should recommend to the City Council to empower Keep Lubbock Beautiful to include public, private, and civic sector leaders to shape the effort and support the city.

Redevelop a long-term branding campaign and ensure use of all forms of communications/media, i.e., TV, radio, newspaper/ magazines, social media, etc. WHO -- ILT recommends LEDA/

Lubbock Business Network CVB/Chamber create a task force of public, private, and civic sector leaders to build upon the “Lubbock, the Giant Side of Texas” image campaign to support the city.

4. Downtown – Jim Gilbreath and Chamber staff Primary Recommendation -- Revitalize the core of downtown.

WHO -- ILT recommends the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce create a standing committee to coordinate and drive downtown development in conjunction with master developer/planner and Tax Increment Finance committee.

5. Economic Development – John Osborne and Charlie Wall Primary Recommendation -- Develop bold strategies to achieve comprehensive economic development goals. WHO -ILT and LEDA formalize the coalition of partners.

6. Education – Adrienne Cozart and Cathy Allen Primary Recommendation -- Prepare students to be productive citizens. WHO -- ILT recommends the Community Workforce Partnership (CWP), Lubbock County School Districts and local institutions of higher education carry out these responsibilities.

7. Entertainment and Recreation – Rob Allison and David Park Primary Recommendation -- Expand diverse shopping, dining, recreation and entertainment options.

Develop the Canyon Lakes area to include: shopping, restaurants, nightlife and outdoor amenities. WHO -- ILT should create a task force to explore and identify resources to coordinate implementation of these steps.

Encourage improvement of the facilities at the South Plains Fair Grounds. WHO -- ILT works with South Plains Fair Grounds Board to inform them of this citizen input.

Develop an entity whose purpose is to attract retail development. WHO -- ILT recommends the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce form a committee to coordinate retail attraction efforts.

8. Neighborhoods – David Langston and Jorge Ramirez Primary Recommendation -- Strengthen existing neighborhoods. WHO -- ILT forms a Task Force to develop the neighborhood enhancement entity.

WaterSmart Fall 2013 Award Winner: High Plains Water District Congratulations to the High Plains Water District for winning the Fall 2013 WaterSmart Business Award! HPWD Manager Jason Coleman expressed his appreciation to the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce for the award.

“We commend the Chamber of Commerce’s Water Conservation Council for recognizing the water conservation efforts of Lubbock businesses. It is an honor for the High Plains Water District to be included as one of the 31 businesses that have received this award since Jan. 2010,” Coleman said.

Stormwater infiltration, passive rainwater harvesting, water wise landscape materials, and permeable pavement are among the water conservation features incorporated into a new parking area at the High Plains Water District office.

The district purchased adjacent property north of the office, razed the existing structures, and began construction of the new parking area in 2012.

Rather than simply having a hardscape, the district wanted to incorporate water conservation features into the new landscape. It is the district’s hope that others will use this as an example to incorporate similar techniques at their homes or offices.

A Lubbock landscape architect was hired to design the new parking area. The main landscape feature is a long, slender swale (25 feet x 150 feet) which is planted in native grasses and shaped to capture and absorb a one-inch rain falling onto the adjacent parking area.

“This quantity of rainwater equals approximately 5,000 gallons that would normally be directed to the curb and gutter of nearby Avenue Q as storm water,” Coleman said.

The swale is bordered by smooth river cobble and accented with boulders. This provides erosion control and a clean edge next to the Western Wheatgrass and ornamental Switch Grass

in the swale. These native grasses are used as an alternative to turf grass.

The perimeter of the parking area contains water-wise shrubs, flowering perennials, and a few shade trees along the sidewalk area. Drip irrigation is used to water the planting beds, which are covered with crushed gravel mulch from a local quarry.

“The southern end of the area features a small grove of trees with several cut stone slabs. The floor of the space is paved in decomposed granite, which is an alternative to concrete paving.

This area is designed as a future classroom spot to demonstrate and discuss the water conservation techniques demonstrated in the landscape. A future interpretive sign is planned for this outdoor classroom area,” Coleman said.

He also designed two parking spaces adjacent to an existing pecan tree to serve as a permeable paving demonstration.

“The permeable paving system is made of 100 percent recycled high-density polyethylene installed over a crushed stone base and filled with decomposed granite gravel to provide an attractive surface. The gravel parking spaces allow rainfall to soak in while providing parking for vehicles in the shade of the large tree,” Coleman said.

For more information regarding the Chamber’s WaterSmart Business Award, or to nominate your business, contact the Chamber at 806-761-7000.

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Ribbon Cuttings

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Ribbon Cuttings sponsored by

Broadway Funeral Directors 1901 Broadway

Budget Blinds 122nd & Frankford #107

Business Mercado 1501 Mac Davis Lane

CareMinders Home Care 3824 50th St., Ste A

Cottage Fabrics 3412 82nd St.

Covenant Health’s Mobile Mammography Bus 4101 22nd Place

Gypsy Road 5149 69th St., Ste. 100

Helen Devitt Jones Print Studio 5th & Ave J

High Point Village Enrichment Center North Milwaukee Ave at Kent Street

HWY 108: Holistic Wellness & Yoga 4410 50th St.

Kids and Maternity Consignments 8004 Inidana Ave., Ste. A-7

KK’s Corner Mall 6409 Indiana Ave

Lubbock Business Network

Lubbock Christian University Chap Radio 5601 19th St.

Mama Fu’s Asian House 1910 Quaker Ave., Ste. #106

Mighty Wash Lube & Tune 6310 82nd Street

Moster Law Firm 4920 S. Loop 289, Suite 102

South Plains Career Expo 1501 Mac Davis Lane

South Plains Job Fair 1501 Mac Davis Lane

Stonebridge at Ironton 7010 Ironton

Tracy R. Henson - McBee, DDS, PA 8705 Milwaukee

Vacuum Superstore 9810 Indiana Ave., Ste. 110

Welcome New Chamber Members!

9/20/13 - 10/19/13

Please place this addition in your Chamber Business Directory & Resource Guide

Alliance Federal Credit Union Central Branch 2220 34th St Lubbock, TX 79411 (806) 798-5554 Banks/Credit Unions

Alliance Federal Credit Union Main Branch 8401 Quaker Ave. Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 798-5554 Banks/Credit Unions

Alliance Federal Credit Union Medical District Branch 3802 24th St. Lubbock, TX 79415 (806) 798-5554 Banks/Credit Unions

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Lubbock Business Network

Welcome New Chamber Members!

Please place this addition in your Chamber Business Directory & Resource Guide Alliance Federal Credit Union Midtown Branch 6601Indiana Ave. Lubbock, TX 79464 (806) 798-5554 Banks/Credit Unions Alliance Federal Credit Union Northwest Branch 1008 Frankford Ave. Lubbock, TX 79416 (806) 798-5554 Banks/Credit Unions Alliance Federal Credit Union South Branch 2404 82nd St. Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 798-5554 Banks/Credit Unions Alliance Federal Credit Union Southwest Branch 6716 82nd St. Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 798-5554 Banks/Credit Unions Carpet Solutions 10609 PR 1320 Wolfforth, TX 79382 (806) 548-45821 Carpet Cleaning Churchwell Plumbing, Inc. 8807 Urbana Ave. Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 744-4939 Plumbing & Sewer Service

Cottage Fabrics 3412 82nd St Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 797-7397 Fabric Shops

Hank’s Bar B-Que Catering 1502 FM 400 Slaton, TX 79364 (806) 392-0847 Catering

Delta Signs and Designs 12402 Slide Rd., Ste. 401 Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 771-3010 Signs

Medley Material Handling 7113 Santa Fe Drive Lubbock, TX (806) 319-9779 Forklift Sales & Services

Durbin & Company 2950 50th Street Lubbock, TX 79413 (806) 791-1591 Accountants - Certified Public

Nancy’s I.T. Guy Lubbock, TX (806) 319-9779 Computer - Services & Repairs

Flatland Freight 5152 69th St., Ste. 100 Lubbock, TX 79424 (855) 737-7447 Freight Brokerage Glenn Hegar Campaign Lubbock, TX (806) 366-6949 Advocacy Organization Grower Information Services Coop 7602 University, Ste. 206 Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 686-2940 Agricultural Related Businesses Guardian Utility Construction, LLC P.O. Box 98005 Lubbock, TX 79499 (806) 780-6652 Contractors - Utility

Stonebridge at Ironton 7010 Ironton Lubbock, TX 79424 (806) 798-8800 Apartments Tesori 2811 S. Loop 289, Ste. 10 Lubbock, TX (806) 416-2811 Home Accessories and Decor Tumbleco 2407 20th St. Lubbock, TX 79411 (806) 317-8090 Office Space Vacuum Superstore 9810 Indiana Ave., Ste. 110 Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 745-5822 Vacuum Cleaners - Sales and/or Service

Current membership information can be found on the Chamber’s online Business Directory. Members can be searched by category or keyword. Membership information can be verified online through the Member Only section.

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