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THE INFORMER

A monthly publication of the Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce

May 2014 Volume 21, No. 5

ON THE COVER Roland Parrish Owner and Operator Parrish McDonald Restaurant, Ltd. 2014 Lancaster Chamber Honorary Co-Chair

Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce 2014 Gala & Auction Reflection & Review

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Greetings Fellow Chamber and Friends, Saturday, April 26, the Lancaster Area Cham-ber of Commerce held our annual Gala & Auction, “An Evening of Elegance in Black and White” at the Hilton Garden Inn Duncan-ville - Dallas. The event featured live musical entertain-ment, awards, an open bar, and a silent auction. The event also offered an opportu-nity for people to socialize with regional top business leaders, community activists, and

elected officials. All proceeds from the event assists the chamber in supporting the many programs that it sponsors in the community, including economic, business, leadership development and education-related programs. Throughout the night the chamber recognized winners from the recent awards luncheon and also recognized two winners for the first annual Blueprint Awards and Chamber President’s Award. The Blueprint Award, awarded to Crescent Medical Center Lan-caster, celebrates the hospital for making a positive impact in Lancaster and the Best Southwest econ-omy through job growth, innovation and expan-sion. The Chamber President’s Award, awarded to the Continental Societies, Inc. Dallas Chapter, was presented to the organization for making a signifi-cant contribution to the city of Lancaster, the Best Southwest, and North Texas communities through the Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce, giving tirelessly of time and resources. Thanks to the generosity of the sponsors, atten-dees, and supporters the chamber was able to achieve its budget and had a great time in the proc-ess. We could not have organized a successful fund-raiser without the help of our great group of volun-teers! On behalf of the Chamber, I am sending out a big thanks to everyone who helped us organize logistics, move and unpack items, manage the fund-raising event, and pack up at the end of the day. Your help was immeasurable, and we owe you our gratitude. Sincerely, STACY E. MARSHALL Stacy E. Marshall President & CEO Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce

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The Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce newsletter, The Informer, is published monthly and includes information on the latest area member benefits, regulatory and legislative developments, as well as the quality-improvement and leadership trends that are shaping and influencing the area business community. Readers get in-depth reporting on the issues and challenges facing business community leaders today. We make it our job to tell about the great things the Chamber and its Committees are doing every day to ensure the health of our community. Editorial guidelines are available upon request. Advertising rates may be obtained by contacting [email protected]. Advertisements do not imply endorsement by the Chamber. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without written permission of the publisher. Opinions expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect official policy of the Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce. If you have any news and updates you want to share with other members in an upcoming issue, please e-mail items in Microsoft Word or another compatible format to [email protected]. If you have a graphic or picture that you’d like to include, please send it as a separate file.

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On The Cover Roland Parrish

Owner/Operator, Parrish McDonald’s Restaurant, Ltd. Honorary Chair, Lancaster Chamber Gala & Auction

Cover Story

Best Southwest 2nd Quarter Luncheon Lancaster Chamber to host 2nd annual event at the Hilton

Employees are our greatest asset Roosevelt Nivens’ special message from Lancaster ISD

The Most Unpopular Approach Jay Jackson, CPT, Explores The You From Within

Lancaster Police Promote Pet Adoption Austin James Reports from the City of Lancaster

Lancaster Supports the Relay for Life Amber Dorsey Reports from the BSW/South Dallas

Chairman’s Welcome President’s Welcome

Membership National Issues

Chamber Committees Political & Social Issues

Area Business Spotlights Career Development

Professionals On The Move

Editor-In-Chief Kenneth Govan Managing Director Stacy E. Marshall Contributing Editors

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* Kenneth Govan, Chair ONCOR

* Deylan Walker, Chair-Elect G Walker Group Renovation & Repair

* Stephanie Williamson, Past Chair DART Transit

* Stacey McDonald, Vice Chair Corner Stone Credit Union

* Sharon Brooks, Treasurer Traditional Healthcare Services

Cheryl Adams Pattillo Insurance

Ellen Clark Lancaster Education Foundation

Kendra Codrington Home Depot

Melissa Cothern TownPlace Suites by Marriott DeSoto

Daniel S. D’Amico Crescent Medical Center Lancaster

Patricia Davis Cedar Valley College

Evelina Echols-Sutton Methodist Charlton Medical Center

Doug Hunt Access Self Storage

Jay Jackson Take Charge Fitness Studio

Hon. Valencia Nash Justice of the Peace 1 - 2

Andria Ross Hilton Garden Inn Duncanville - Dallas

Chef Carlos Whitfield Chef Carlos on the Square

Dr. John Wong University of North Texas Dallas

Sarah Zafarano Mote & Associates

EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS

Hon. Marcus Knight Mayor, City of Lancaster Knight Waste Services, Ltd.

Opal Robertson City Manager, City of Lancaster

Ed Brady Director of EDC, City of Lancaster

Dr. Michael McFarland Superintendent of Schools, Lancaster ISD

Charles Hatfield The Ellis County Press * Denotes Members of Executive Committee

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Calendar of Events Other Events Saturday, May 10, 2014 at 10:00 AM 2nd Saturdays on the Historic Square (Corner of Dallas Ave. & Main Street) Lancaster, TX 75146 Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at 2:00 PM Millbrook Healthcare/Rehabilitation Cntr. Rehab Reunion & Luau and Thursday, May 15, 2014 at 10:30 AM Millbrook Healthcare/Rehabilitation Cntr. Community Resource and Wellness Fair 1850 W Pleasant Run Rd. Lancaster, TX 75146

Thursday, May 29, 2014 at 11:30 AM BSW 2014 2nd Quarterly Luncheon Hilton Garden Inn Duncanville-Dallas 800 N. Main Street Duncanville, Texas 75116 Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 3:00 PM Triple Crown Derby Day Presented by The Chocolate MINT Foundation & City of Lancaster Park & Creation Department Helen Giddings Amphitheater 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134 Attire: Southern Belle & Bowtie Bean For more information, 972.224.7200

Thursday, June 12, 2014 at 11:30 AM Lancaster Chamber Luncheon Lancaster Recreation Center 1700 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Lancaster, TX 75134 Friday, June 27, 2014 at 8:00 AM Better Business Breakfast Lancaster Chamber of Commerce 103 N. Dallas Ave. Lancaster, TX 75146 Monday, October 13, 2014 at 10:30 AM Lancaster Chamber Golf Tournament Lancaster Country View Golf Club 240 W Beltline Road Lancaster, TX 75146

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Chamber program time/venue: Lancaster Recreation Center 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, Texas 75134 Thursday, June 12, 2014 Regional Economic Development “How Can I Create Wealth For Me and My Family In The Best Southwest Region?” For more information about this program, please contact Lauren Grady Johnson at 972.227.2579 or [email protected]. Time: 11:00 AM - Chamber Networker 11:30 AM - Lunch, Program, Etc. Cost: Call the chamber for more info RSVP To: Lauren Grady Johnson 972.227.2579 [email protected]

“NETWORK … AND EAT”

Thursday, June 19, 2014 5:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Bring your business cards and a door prize if you wish. Everyone will get a chance to tell us about their business. Call the chamber for the location.

BETTER BUSINESS BREAKFAST

“What Challenges do you face as a Small Business in Lancaster?” Roundtable discussion about problems you as a small businesses are facing today. Lancaster Area Chamber Office 103 N. Dallas Ave. P. O. Box 1100 Lancaster, Texas 75146

FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

Lancaster Networking will be the First Thursday of each month. We will alternate between a lunchtime event and an evening event. The Third Month will combine Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, Midlothian, and Lancaster for an evening networking event.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS SMALL BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE NETWORK @ NIGHT! MONTHLY NETWORKING!

Gold Chamber Partners

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Networking Events 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Various Times/Locations. Call Chamber for info

February 6 - Call Chamber for location April 3 - Call Chamber for location June 5 - Call Chamber for location August 7 - Call Chamber for location October 2 - Call Chamber for location December 4 - Chamber Holiday Reception

5:00 - 8:00 PM Various Times/Locations. Call Chamber for info

January 16 - Call Chamber for location March 6 - BSW Chamber Area Networking May 8 - BSW Chamber Area Networking June 19 - BSW Chamber Area Networking July 10 - No Networking Event September 25 - BSW Chamber Area Networking October 16 - BSW Chamber Area Networking

2nd Saturdays Monthly Events Vendors | Shops | Restaurants | Games | & More Historic Town Square | Main St. & Dallas Ave. Jan 11 | Feb 8 | Mar 8 | Apr 12 | May 10 Jun 14 | Jul 12 | Aug 9 | Sep 13 | Oct 11 Nov 8 | Dec 6 & 13 April 12 (Includes Greater Dallas Bike Ride) October 11 (Includes Fall Festival & OktoberFest) December - 13 (Includes 61st Annual Holiday Parade, Festival, and various city events for children)

Better Business Breakfasts 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (New Time, Same Location) Lancaster Chamber Office | 103 N. Dallas Avenue

January 24 - No Business Breakfast February 28 - Call Chamber for topic March 28 - Call Chamber for topic April 25 - Call Chamber for topic May 23 - Call Chamber for topic June 27 - Call Chamber for topic July 26 - No Business Breakfast August 1, 8, 15, 22 - Best Southwest TGIF September 26 - Call Chamber for topic October 24 - Call Chamber for topic November/December - No Business Breakfast

Special Events Thursday, February 27 Annual Back To Work Job Fair - 9:00 - 2:00 PM

Saturday, April 26 Annual Chamber Gala & Auction

Monday, October 13 Annual Lancaster Chamber Golf Tournament

December 4 Annual Chamber Holiday Reception

TBD New Year & Member Appreciation Reception Annual Chamber Bowl-a-Thon Call chamber for date

Monthly Luncheons 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Lancaster Rec. Cntr. | 1700 Vet. Memorial Pkwy

January 9 - Mayor State of the City February 13 - Annual Chamber Awards March 27 - BSW Luncheon - Economic Dev. April 10 - Call Chamber for topic May 29 - BSW Luncheon - Education Scholarships June 12 - Call Chamber for topic July - No Luncheon August 14 - Call Chamber for topic September TBD - BSW Luncheon - Legislation October 9 - 2015 Economic Forecast November 12 - BSW Luncheon - Healthcare November 13 - LISD State of Schools Report December - No Luncheon

Best Southwest Networking “CAN” 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Various Times/Locations. Call Chamber for info A combined networking with the Chambers: Lancaster, DeSoto, Duncanville, & Cedar Hill

March 6 - Lancaster Chamber May 8 - Cedar Hill Chamber June 19 - Midlothian Chamber September 25 - DeSoto Chamber October 16 - Duncanville Chamber

Stay up to date! The Chamber calendar is a comprehensive list of all of the Chamber of Commerce's upcoming events. We are always in need of sponsors and volunteers, so check them out and get involved! Call us, 972.227.2579, for more info about some of the annual events put on by our Chamber.

Contact The Chamber Office For info and to submit information: 2014 Calendar of Events and Activities Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce P. O. Box 1100 103 N. Dallas Avenue | Lancaster, TX 75146 v: 972.227.2579 f: 972.227.9555 [email protected]

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Three of today’s leading business re-searchers share this sentiment. Patrick Lencioni, a best-selling author on or-ganizational health, often writes about the impact of trust, vulnerability, and collaboration as viable avenues for organizational success. Both Marcus Buckingham, New York Times best-selling author and business consultant, and Tom Rath, a researcher best known for his studies on strengths-based leadership and wellbeing, share the ideology that building on the

strengths of people will allow them to thrive and succeed in today’s competi-tive climate. Although these three lead-ers talk about multiple factors of or-ganizational success, they all have one common factor — the people. If we truly believe that people are our greatest asset, then why not take in-tentional efforts to build their capac-ity? As organizational leaders, one of our many challenges is to build systems that will remove barriers that impede the success of our organizations. Creat-ing systems to strengthen and build employee capacity is absolutely neces-sary and critical for the success of our community. Lancaster ISD has embraced this phi-losophy and has taken steps to further employee capacity by creating access to continuing education programs. In addition to offering our staff job-embedded professional development and daily opportunities to collaborate with one another, Lancaster ISD has launched a customized Master’s Incen-tive Program (MIP). Our MIP is an opportunity that we offer to current secondary math and science teachers and potentially to new hires. This program requires that the teach-

ers in these areas obtain a master’s degree in their specific content. If they currently have a master’s degree, the teacher will have to complete 18 addi-tional graduate hours in their specific content. This will allow all these teach-ers to be able to teach dual credit courses which will allow our students to graduate, from high school, already earning as many as 60 college credits. Imagine the power of graduating high school and enrolling in a college or university to continue your education and you already have 60 hours under your belt. This is what “more than a diploma” looks like in Lancaster ISD. As an incentive for program participa-tion, Lancaster ISD will pay for 75% of the teacher’s degree. In addition, each teacher will receive a $7,000 stipend. It is the expectation that this initiative will increase organizational perform-ance, the quality of instruction and organizational effectiveness in meeting the needs of our students. In Lancaster ISD, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset and we are aligning our resources and sys-tems to strengthen and build their capacity.

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The Most Unpopular Approach To A Healthy Relationship By Jay Jackson, CPT, Take Charge Fitness Studio, Contributing Columnist

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A truly healthy relationship starts with you being healthy. It is not a secret that a man’s first option will always be to find a woman who is physically attractive and presumably healthy. I can prove this in several ways, but the most obvious is that men never gather together and say, “Hey guys, let’s go down to the hospital and try to hook up with some ladies before they get the gastric bypass sur-gery.” I know you are saying, “Not every man wants a skinny woman,” and I have to agree. However, 100% of my female weight-loss clients have all expressed how their social lives greatly improved after they lost the extra inches. Good health is not about being slim, and there are plenty of unhealthy women who do not weigh more than 125 pounds. I am well aware that the inside is what mat-ters the most. So let’s look at your in-side. No, seriously, let’s look at what is inside of you. If a mythical ‘living au-topsy’ was performed on you, what would be found in your digestive sys-tem? What would the Pathologist’s re-port read? If the inside is that important, would your examination reveal that you care about your dietary intake? Or, would it reveal a horrible and damaging diet?

Would your digestive system be filled with fast food and sweets? Would you be described as one who consumes too much alcohol and too much unhealthy stuff? Would your autopsy also show the stored waste in your digestive track due to your irregularity?

I usually try to avoid this topic because it sounds disgusting, but in my line of work there is no way around it. So here it goes. If you are constantly eating foods that are high in calories and low in nutri-ents, your insides are in bad shape. Your outside may simply be a direct reflection of your

poor eating habits. Does your physical appearance increase or decrease your odds of attracting the right man for the relationship you are seeking? So, when I ask about your physical ap-pearance, I am actually not asking a superficial question. How you look on the outside is a by-product of the activ-ity occurring on the inside. A few years ago, I published a fitness article in Epitome Magazine that high-lighted best supporting Oscar winning actress, Mo’Nique. The article discussed Mo’Nique’s stand-up comedy routine which launched a verbal attack on skinny women. In the article, I suggested that Mo’Nique’s bold, overweight, on-stage character, though highly success-ful, was not sending the best message to overweight, little girls who may not have the talent to turn their unhealthy phy-sique into stardom. Moreover, there is nothing humorous about an obese child who is at risk of a heart attack or stroke. We see that when the laughter stopped, the real truth of Mo’Nique’s dissatisfac-tion with her weight became known. On May 13, 2013 Nicole Eggenberger pub-lished an article in US Weekly where Mo’Nique disclosed that her husband, Sidney Knicks, encouraged her to change her unhealthy habits. After losing 80 pounds, Mo’Nique said she felt great. Mo’Nique was quoted saying, “Let me stop being selfish and eating every-thing…..and I ate everything. I was a junk food junkie.” In case you missed it, Mo’Nique’s husband encouraged her to raise her standards, change her behav-ior, and use better judgment. In keeping with the Check Mate philosophy, Mo’Nique did not need her husband to pay her car note or any of her other bills for that matter. So what did Mo’Nique need her husband to do? She needed him to be honest and encouraging. Con-sequently, Mo’Nique and her husband benefited from the change in her values pertaining to health. The physical results are too obvious. It is no secret that good health can im-prove your relationship and your overall quality of life. Mo’Nique realized that she had a responsibility to her husband and family to be healthier, and being a bitter, obese woman was a message that she would no longer promote.

Mo’Nique’s honesty has paid dividends to her life and marriage. As for you, if you are overweight you may also be at risk of a many underlying health issues. Your excessive weight and body-fat could lead to diabetes, heart disease, or even cancer. Remember, it’s what’s on the inside that counts, right? So, your physical appearance is not un-related to your overall health. Ulti-mately, your poor diet and health is directly tied to your values. If you value your unhealthy eating habits more than improving your overall health, please pass this information to someone who can benefit from it. As a result of poor values, your poor eating habits could be interpreted as selfish and self-defeating. If you look in the mirror and see that you are a physi-cal mess on the outside, what do you really think is going on inside of your body? Not to mention, if you are over-weight and are constantly eating out at restaurants as oppose to preparing healthier meals at home, this could have a tremendously negative effect on how your potential husband perceives your values. Likewise, if your male counter-part is overweight and you do not wish to actively participate in helping him improve his diet by learning to prepare healthier meals, you become more of a detriment than a benefit to him. The inevitable events of life that include sickness, aging, and death can create stress and with stress comes the risk of further developing an unhealthy rela-tionship with food which results in un-wanted pounds and inches every time you resort to eating as a way to cope with the stress. This cycle will negatively impact your appearance which could also result in lowering your self-esteem, standards, and overall happiness. In enough time you may even begin to blame your dwindling health on your mate; or, if you are single you will even-tually use your overweight and un-healthy physical appearance as yet another excuse for why you cannot find the right relationship. Please do not underestimate the impor-tance of good physical health and ap-pearance. I am not saying that you should be healthier just so you can look and feel better. I am saying you have a

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responsibility to yourself and your future mate to maintain good health. I am not suggesting that you should attempt to become a candidate for the Miss America contest, but you should at least strive to maintain a physical status that reflects good values. You may be saying, “My husband is supposed to want me for me.” I am certain that your husband would much rather you care about being healthy, just like Mo’Nique’s husband encouraged her to care more about her own health. Let’s say you do not have a weight prob-lem. What about your lips, teeth, eyes and skin? Do you expect your future husband will want to kiss discolored lips due to cigarette and or chronic mari-juana use? Do you think he wants to rub your face if it is always packed with too

much make-up? Finally, on the subject of appearance is hair weave, tattoos, and body or facial piercings. All of these can collectively detract from an accurate outward image, and if you want your mate to ever fall in love with your inner beauty, they will first need to be able to recognize you outwardly from across the room. The J42 Success Continues in 2014 Shari hosted the first Take Charge Fit-ness Studio Healthy House Party in Janu-ary of this year and lost 9 pounds in the first seven days! She simply invited a few friends, co-workers and family members and invited me to facilitate my six week eating regimen called the J42. I spent one hour with Shari and her guests, recorded their weight, and today they are thrilled about the results! I challenge you to do the same.

Send a text message or an e-mail to a few people that are serious about losing weight then give me a call and let’s set up your Take Charge Fitness Studio Healthy House Party at your home or office. I am also available to host your party from Take Charge Fitness Studio located at 246 East First Street in Lan-caster, Texas 75146. Attention: Parents of the Class of 2014 Do you have a high school student going to the Prom or graduating this year? If so, there is no time to waste. The J42 can help your daughter or son get, “Red Carpet Ready” for the biggest event of a young person’s life. Weight loss has been proven to improve self-esteem and build confidence. Please give me a call today at 972.639.4543 and give your son or daughter a gift that they will cherish for the rest of their lives!

Lancaster Police Promote Pet Adoptions By Austin James - Community Relations, City of Lancaster

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as National Police Week. During National Police Week, the City of Lancas-ter honors the fallen law enforcement heroes who lost their life in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. During this time, we are re-minded of the continuous commitment and dedication our officers have to this community. The Lancaster Police De-

partment is on a mission to continue to work together with members of the community to foster a safe environment and enhance the quality of life for all our citizens. In an effort to do so, they en-courage residents to adopt a pet from the Lancaster Animal Shelter. In addition to providing unconditional love, dogs can also be great companions and pro-vide additional home security. The Lancaster Police Department has partnered with the Lancaster Animal Shelter to support their efforts to in-crease Lancaster’s homeless pet adop-tion rate. Officer Walden of the Lancas-ter Police Department, who adopted three dogs of his own, would like to show his support in adopting pets by introducing one of the many wonderful pets waiting for a loving home. “Ronald”, a male Black Lab/Hound mix came to the Lancaster Animal Shelter on

April 24, 2014. He is still a puppy, but is as big as he is going to get. Ronald is full of energy and would be perfect for a family with children who would give him lots of attention, or an owner who ap-preciates the outdoors by going on long walks, camping or hunting to allow him to time to run and explore. He is very affectionate and was sure to give Officer Walden plenty of kisses when he came to visit. Ronald is a delightful young dog who is looking to love and to be loved back. If you are interested in adopting Ronald or other adoptable pets, please visit the Lancaster Animal Shelter at 690 E. Main Street, Lancaster, Texas 75134 or call 972-218-1210. All adoptable animals at the Lancaster Animal Shelter are avail-able to view on www.petfinder.com and www.lancaster-tx.com.

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Lancaster Supports The Best Southwest/Southwest Dallas Relay For Life Hosted By The American Cancer Society By Amber Dorsey - Community Relations, City of Lancaster


The Best Southwest/South Dallas Relay for Life hosted by the American Cancer Society gives everyone in the community a chance to help the organization save lives and create a world with less cancer and more birthdays. The City of Lancaster is a proud participant in this effort and encourages you to register your team today! Relay for Life takes place from 7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 30, 2014 until 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2014 at DeSoto High School Eagle Stadium located at 600 Eagle Drive, Desoto, Texas 75115. Relay for Life events are held overnight as individuals and teams camp out at Eagle Stadium with the goal of keeping at least one team member on the track or pathway at all times throughout the evening. Former and current cancer patients, those who have lost a loved one to cancer, families, businesses, faith-based and civic organizations, and anyone wanting to make a difference in the fight against cancer are invited to take part in this exciting team event. Information about how to form a team, donate to a team or become involved in Relay for Life is available at www.RelayForLife.org or by calling 972-218-1301. The City of Lancaster invites you to “like” the City on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, or register for weekly e-mail alerts regarding upcoming events on our website at www.lancaster-tx.com by clicking on “Notify Me”.

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At the Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce, We are forging ahead in community and business support. Our membership luncheons are held each month with informative and educational programs. We host NCA5 evening events giving local businesses networking opportunities. We have quarterly meetings of the Manufacturers and Logistics Roundtable, and monthly meetings of the Small Business Council, called Better Business Breakfasts. Each year the Chamber hosts the annual State of the City address by our mayor. We also host a candidates forum for the community and businesses where candidates have an opportunity to meet constituents. Lancaster is a very unique city in southern Dallas County. We have a regional airport, a municipal golf course, and a 155-year-old historic Town Square. We have the Lancaster Community Park with a recreation center and a library that is unparalleled in the whole metroplex. Lancaster also has Cedar Valley College, the University of North Texas at Dallas, Paul Quinn College, and Northwood University located in close proximity. These institutions of higher learning have consistently shown a willingness to offer services and support to citizens and businesses in our area. The Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce directors and staff hope that you find us useful as you make your business connections.

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