Policy Statements
The Chamber’s advocacy work is focused on initiatives concerning economic development, education & workforce, transportation, taxation, and land use.
Contact Stayce Bume for more information about the Gresham Chamber Government Affairs Council.
For state chamber policy, contact the Oregon State Chamber of Commerce.
Economic Development
The Chamber supports legislation and regulation that enhances and encourages sustainable economic development. The Chamber is opposed to legislation or regulation that encumbers economic expansion.
Education and Workforce
The Chamber advocates for adequate funding and responsible spending in education; supports investment and collaborative partnerships to provide a strong workforce development system for regional economic development; and strives to maintain a strong and vibrant relationship with our region’s school districts.
Transportation
The Chamber supports investment in an efficient and well-maintained transportation system, which is vital to the health of our region’s economy. To support the needs and growth of the region, transportation objectives must foster the movement of consumers and freight for commerce, a healthy business climate, safe passage and promote economic development.
Taxation
Taxes should be levied only for the purpose of maintaining essential government services with the least detrimental effect on economic vitality. Careful consideration should be given to the relationship of federal, state, regional and local tax assessments.
Land Use
The Chamber supports the adequate supply of commercial and industrial land and eliminating barriers to development. This is critical to commercial development and commerce. We encourage state and local governments to create incentives for economic development by streamlining permit processes with a consistent and reasonable application of state and local land use laws