Communities cannot grow and prosper without an infusion of community s p i r i t . T h a t m e a n s participation from service clubs, public and private sector and of course, local chambers of commerce. I tip my hat to the staff and t h e v o l u n t e e r s a n d ambassadors who make the B a n n i n g C h a m b e r a functional and vibrant organization.

I see more good things ahead when the Chamber moves across the street to larger quarters. Change happens whether we like it or not and while there is a sentimental attachment by some to the existing building, it just isn’t large enough for the needs of Banning's growing chamber and the responsibilities that come with it.

Here’s something I’ve found in almost every community… there’s only a handful of people who pitch in and get things done. The problem there is the burnout factor. So I guess it’s time to ask those age old questions. What do you want your Chamber to do for you?

Are you interested in growing your business? Are you new in town? Do you attend mixers? Would you like to see more mixers/less mixers? Oh yes, how would you like to pitch in to make the Banning Chamber a more vibrant organization?

Nothing happens until somebody does something about it! The statement may not be profound; just true.

D o y o u h a v e suggestions? Good! Why not drop an email, a note, or make a phone call and tell the Chamber what you think! Working together just makes Banning a better place to work and live. Thanks for caring.