In 2006, the Chamber established the Public Policy Committee which is responsible for identifying, selecting, then taking action on public policy issues that impact members, providing advocacy on their behalf by becoming the "voice" of the membership. The Shakopee Chamber's Board of Directors approved the Public Policy Committee guidelines, moving the organization from just being an agent of information exchange to becoming a strong provider of representation on public policy issues that impact business operation.
The purpose of this committee is, "To be a proactive voice for the business community on public policy issues that impact our members, to facilitate communication, inform Chamber members, and to make recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding adopting a position or taking action on those issues." The committee follows a process of 1) Identifying possible issues; 2) Selecting an issue; 3) Gathering information; 4) Making recommendations; and finally 5) Board action, which can include voicing our members' position to the appropriate policy makers. While the Chamber can only accept feedback from member businesses, decisions have the potential to benefit all Shakopee businesses.
If you have an issue that you think would be of interest to the Public Policy Committee, please email our President Angie Whitcomb or call her at 952-445-1660.