In mid-December, more than 4 million American businesses, including 3,800 businesses in Arlington County, will receive 2007 Economic Census forms from the U.S. Bureau of Census. Responses to the questionnaire are required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code) and are to be returned by February 12, 2008.

Every five years, the Economic Census develops a comprehensive portrait of American business, from the national to the local level. A special web page business.census.gov has been created to explain the Economic Census and to provide statistics our members can use to access and grow their business operations. Click here to learn what the 2002 Economic Census found about Arlington County.
 

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), will hold a public hearing, one of six to be held throughout the Washington Metropolitan area, regarding proposed adjustments to passenger fares, parking rates and fees, and other related matters commencing on or about January 6, 2008. The meeting will be held on November 15, 2007 at 7 p.m., in Room 307, # 1 Courthouse Plaza, 2100 Clarendon Boulevard. An open house will be conducted prior to the hearing at 6:30 p.m. Click here for information on the proposal, registering to speak and to submit a written statement.
 

Donate to the Silent Auction Today!
 

Donating to the Gala's Silent auction isn't only good for the Chamber; it's a SMART business decision. This is an opportunity for the Chamber's membership and the who's who of Arlington to get a taste of what your business has to offer. Get your name noticed at the Chamber's largest fundraiser!

Click here for the donation form or email Kate for more information.
 

Save the date for an opportunity to attend briefings from DIA and the defense intelligence community. Industry days are uniquely designed for agency personnel to present their current and future initiatives and requirements to an audience of industry representatives.
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