Austin residents are invited to share their opinions through an online survey about the vision of the Waller Creek District, which includes both the public and private property along the downtown creek. The survey is available at the project’s Web site, www.cityofaustin.org/wallercreek. Deadline to submit responses is May 31.

The City began the public outreach process to collect this information in November 2007 when the first Public Design Workshop for the Waller Creek Tunnel and Master Plan Project was conducted. During that workshop, staff asked about the desired character of the creek area and what activities should be available. A survey was also distributed asking similar questions
 

The City of Austin’s Small & Minority Business Resources Department (SMBR) is hosting a Certification 101 Workshop on Wednesday, May 14^th from 5:30 – 7:30 pm in the Waller Creek Building located at 625 East 10^th Street.
 
Certification 101 gives businesses a chance to find out about the opportunities available for small minority-owned or women-owned business enterprises (MBE/WBEs) with the City of Austin. SMBR also certifies vendors as Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) so that they can participate in federal procurement opportunities dealing with highways and transportation.
 

Date: Friday, June 6, 2008
Tickets: $55.00 - $65.00
 

 
For more information or to purchase tickets visit:
http://www.gettix.net/concert/?event_id=2491
 
 
Special Give-Away:
Rozone Productions has partnered with the Capital City Chamber to provide ONE lucky Chamber member with TWO Tickets to the Bill Cosby Performance. To enter the drawing email your name, contact number, & email address to abrooks@capcitychamber.org. All submissions must be entered by Thursday, May 15^th at 5:00 pm. Winner will be contacted on Friday, May 16^th. LIMIT ONE SUBMISSION PER MEMBER.

The Capital City Chamber is proud to announce our Annual Business Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, June 4, 2008. This luncheon will highlight our members for their accomplishments made over the past year.
 
There were will awards for various types of businesses. For more information on how to submit an application click VIEW FULL STORY.

The City of Austin has made tremendous progress in implementing community desires during the past two years of the African American Quality of Life Initiative, according to a project update presented to City Council today.

"It's been an extremely productive time," Assistant City Manager Mike McDonald said. "I'm pleased to report that all of the initiatives brought forward by the implementation teams are in place or are currently ongoing."

Launched in 2005, the African American Quality of Life Initiative began as the City assessed the conditions and sentiment of the African American community through a series of discussions and presentations to City Council.
 

Does organizing your financial strategies make your heart race? You're not alone in feeling overwhelmed when it comes to financial health. A recent AARP survey has shown that many mature women have a false sense of confidence in areas such as finances and health. There's good news. If you get started today, you can learn how to improve your financial fitness and get on the road to a better outlook on your mind, body and pocketbook.

When: Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Time: 5:30 pm until 6:30 pm
Location: 14101 Hwy 290 W, Suite 400A, Austin, TX 78737
Please R.S.V.P. by calling 894-0665

Join Edward Jones Advisor Shalana Poole as nutrition expert, Zonya Foco, R.D., medical journalist, Holly Atkinson, M.D., and Edward Jones financial professionals share practical strategies for taking better care of yourself and your financial well-being. 

To reserve your seat for this free video presentation, Improving Your Financial Fitness Doesn't Have to Be a Workout, contact your financial advisor today.

The U.S. Department of Energy, its Prime Contractors and Co-Sponsor: The Veterans Corporation invite you to the
9th ANNUAL SMALL BUSINESS CONFERENCE in San Antonio, Texas, June 24 - 26, 2008.
 
Highlights include:

• Information Sessions and Panels with leading industry and government experts
 
• A Business Expo with over 200 exhibitors, including DOE’s largest contractors and government procurement officials
 
• Networking Opportunities with public and private sector decision-makers
 
• A Matchmaking Forum with DOE Prime Contractors
 
 
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 888-246-2460 or visit www.smallbusiness-outreach.doe.gov