Early Voting Begins Today
Make your voice heard! Early Voting begins today and continues through Saturday, July 29,
2006. This election comprises several highly contested races, such as the US Senate seat that Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist is
vacating as well as Governor, several open Metro Council seats, and five School Board seats (see next section for further School Board Election
details). To view a complete list of candidates on the ballot, click here for the Chamber's
Voter Guide. It is important that you get involved to reflect the needs of the business community in this important election
year. If you can't vote early, please remember Election Day is August 3, 2006. For a complete listing of Early
Voting sites including addresses and times, click
here.
SuccessPac endorses Candidates
On Aug. 3, Nashvillians will take to the polls to make a very important decision. Of the nine
seats on the Metro Board of Public Education, five are up for election. The Chamber's political action committee, SuccessPAC, interviewed candidates
from all districts and has endorsed five highly qualified candidates. The endorsed candidates are: Terri Harris, district 2; Steve Glover, district
4; Gracie Porter, district 5; Karen Johnson, district 6; and David Fox, district 8. To find out more about SuccessPAC, how you can get involved or to
find your district, click here.
Westin Hotel Project
The Chamber participated in public forums this week to review the proposed Westin Hotel
project on Broadway between 2nd and 3rd Avenues. It is clear after meeting with the developers that they are committed to
sensitivity to the various concerns about preserving the atmosphere and integrity of Lower Broadway. It was also clear at the forums this week that
there is excitement and anticipation from the downtown business community for the positive impact this development will have on the city. The Chamber
is enthusiastically supportive of this project, knowing a Westin will complement the existing and planned developments that stand to completely
revitalize the SoBro area in the next few years.
Contact Us
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contact the Chamber's Government Relations Team.
