03.04.10

The West Orange Chamber Presents 2010 Legislative Position Paper And Resolution Opposing Amendment 4

The West Orange Chamber of Commerce, through its various committees, generated input on issues that are being addressed during the 2010 Legislative Session. This input was provided to the Governmental Affairs Committee and the recommendations were developed into the 2010 Legislative Priorities. These priorities were adopted by the Board of Directors at its 2010 February meeting. The positions contained in this paper cover a wide range of issues from economic development initiatives to healthcare and education funding.

The Chamber Board also renewed its resolution opposing Amendment 4. Amendment 4, which will appear on the November ballot and, if approved by the voters, would impose a referendum requirement on all local comprehensive plan changes. This subverts a well-established, open, accessible, and democratic planning process. With the Vote on Everything amendment, many Sunshine State voters, not the representatives they elected, will be expected to decide 200 to 300 technical land-use planning amendments every year. For more information on the opposition of Amendment 4, please visit http://www.florida2010.org.

The West Orange Chamber of Commerce, the business voice for West Orange County, represents nearly one thousand businesses and 100,000 employees. The West Orange Chamber is proud to be an advocate for business.

The West Orange community is growing and evolving everyday. The West Orange Chamber is dedicated to showcasing the integrity and professional interests of our members and is proud to represent our community at both the local and state levels.

Legislative_Position_Paper_2-11-10.doc

Amendment_4_Resolution.pdf

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