The Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce works closely with the Iowa Chamber Alliance. The non-partisan coalition represents 16 Chambers of Commerce and economic development organizations throughout Iowa. The mission of the Iowa Chamber alliance is to put forth and enact an agenda to grow the state’s economy through support of proactive programs that stimulate economic growth opportunities for the entire state and its residents. Iowa Chamber Alliance Guiding Principles
- We believe that by working together we can create significant, positive changes that will prepare Iowa for the future and ensure quality of life for its citizens.
- We believe Iowa needs strategic, aggressive, forward-thinking statewide policies and programs that stimulate strong economic growth that results in additional jobs and increased state and local revenues.
- We support the following issues to make Iowa the location of choice for business and residents:
- Long-term statewide policies and programs that provide reliable economic development tools for encouraging business relocation, expansion and entrepreneurship in Iowa communities.
- A regulatory and tax climate conducive to making Iowa the most competitive location in the United States for attracting business expansion opportunities and fostering the growth of new and existing businesses.
- An ongoing funding mechanism for building infrastructure and amenities that improve the quality of life in Iowa communities.
- Streamlined governments at all levels that are efficient, cost-effective and responsive to business needs by finding ways to use tax dollars more wisely while improving their services.
- A long-term marketing plan that effectively promotes Iowa's positive distinguishing attributes to both internal and external audiences to position Iowa as the location of choice for operating a business, living and travel.
At the end of the legislative session, The Chamber begins working with the Alliance to develop next year’s agenda. The agenda is developed during the summer months and formally approved by the Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors in November.
If there are certain topics, concerns or issues you think need to be addressed in the 2011 legislative session please contact Lisa Guge at lguge@cedarrapids.org or 319.730.1401.
View the 2012 Iowa Chamber Alliance Agenda (PDF File)