2018 Legilsative Agenda Action & Advocacy Division *In accordance with the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce Program of Work DIVISION CHAMPION plan to implement opportunity to voice their Mike Williams, Vice Chair future military hardware economic development of Governmental Affairs, modernization needs to our elected Incoming Chairman -GBSD- Ground Base ocials through events and Strategic Deterrence political forums OVERALL GOAL • Elected ocials and a. Responsibility: Tonya Influence governmental legislation at all levels of Dove, Director of Partner and administrative government who support Relations, Action & structures for economic economic development Advocacy, Wyoming development advancement efforts to best serve our Wrangler Committee and future business community Chamber Staff STRATEGIES • Identify and elect OBJECTIVES 4. Create and achieve an candidates who 1. Lobby all levels of action plan to fully fund understand and support government to achieve the Wyoming Wrangler’s economic development the goals of our Partner’s lobbyist program and • Lobby issues and prioritize business principals conduct a Washington important initiatives to a. Responsibility: Dale D.C. fly-In with 20 or more pursue a healthy future Steenbergen, Chamber representatives business climate President/CEO, Stephanie a. Responsibility: Nick • Fully educate Partners Meisner-Maggard, Vice Dodgson , Outgoing and the public regarding President, Tonya Dove, Chairman, Wyoming the Wyoming Wranglers Director of Partner Wrangler Committee and our advocacy results Relations and Dale Steenbergen, • Lead the charge for President/CEO and Tonya regional economic 2. Plan and execute Greater Dove, Director of Partner development Cheyenne Community Plan Relations a. Responsibility: Mike SUCCESS MEASURES Williams, Vice Chairman 5. Fully Develop the • Informed and invested of Governmental Affairs, “Enhanced Use Lease” for Partners who clearly Dale Steenbergen, Warren Air Force Base understand the Chamber President/CEO, a. Responsibility: Mike value advocacy and and Stephanie Meisner- Williams, Vice Chairman of governmental affairs Maggard, Vice President Governmental Affairs and management for valuable Dale Steenbergen, CEO/ economic development 3. Hold events to equip President • Emergence of a definitive our Partners with the CheyenneChamber.org | 307.638.3388 | 2018 Legilsative Agenda Guiding Principles Action & Advocacy Committee Our Philosophy: The Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce supports a core set of principles that will be used to evaluate public policies, and their effect on general business, at the local, state and national level of legislation and regulatory making policy bodies. The following are guidelines for best discernment relative to policy making. They are based on what is best for business in Laramie County and correlated with economic principles. The Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce Principles below: Taxation and Regulation: Support all efforts to protect and sustain the mineral industry A tax structure that encourages job growth Support the principle of a balanced budget at all levels of government Reduce regulatory burdens and increase government accountability Streamline permitting and licensing for business Repeal redundant regulation at the national, state, and local level Encourage cost-effective free market options for workers’ compensation coverage Support efforts to discourage excessive lawsuits Transportation and Infrastructure: Encourage private sector investment and expansion through comprehensive planning and funding for development Support broadband expansion to enhance our business mix th 121 W. 15 St. Suite 204 | www.cheyennechamber.org | 307.638.3388 Cheyenne, WY 82001 CheyenneChamber.org | 307.638.3388 | 2018 Legilsative Agenda Increased utilization of air service and/or rail services Maintain and expand quality local infrastructure for optimal business recruitment and expansion Encourage lowest cost for dependable utilities to adhere to business and consumer needs Obtain funding that maintains quality roads Support viable water solutions for all citizens Business Creation, Recruitment, Retention, and Expansion: Adopt incentive programs for existing and new business Support the private business sector through a healthy competitive environment Reduce barriers of entry for businesses through a less restrictive government environment Support the downtown core initiatives Promote plans which encourage the purchase of underutilized properties Policies that encourage workforce development through our education system with skill set training Quality of Life: Affordable and available access to health care for businesses and their employees Support affordable housing projects Support “quality-of-life” standards to influence workforce recruitment and retention Military: Maintain funding initiatives on the 5-Year Defense Plan Maintain as well as update national security by supporting advancements such as ground-based strategic deterrence capabilities Head opportunities for the Enhanced Use Lease Support increased aerial capability Encourage funding from all levels of government for increased opportunities for military missions to maintain competitive standing nationwide Note: Public policy positions will be identified with a majority vote of committee members in attendance. CheyenneChamber.org | 307.638.3388 | 121 W. 15th St. Suite 204 | www.cheyennechamber.org | 307.638.3388 Cheyenne, WY 82001 2018 Legilsative Agenda Federal & State Agenda Combat Economic friendly candidates to rallying investment in the budget. This Conditions adequate support for political will be $20 billion increase to reinforcement, the Wyoming F.E. Warren for the technology, In an economic downturn due to Wranglers is engaged in infrastructure and personnel the energy sector, the Wyoming infl uencing sound decisions at expenses related to the Wranglers successfully funded all levels of government. The modernization. The Wyoming 600+ careers increasing the Wyoming Wranglers activates Wranglers is now actively mission of the military base. federal funding and support of engaged in the next phase of This resulted in a surplus of local economic improvements. working with local contractors net-migration for an increase in They are engaged in supplying and businesses to be vendors of population. With an increased our congressional delegation this area investment. population, the customer base for with the information needed The Wyoming Wranglers has products and services improve to achieve the outcomes the also been successful in securing the local business community. Wyoming Wranglers identify. The 90th Missile Wing employs funds for projects committed over 3,000 military personnel and Congressman Liz Cheney is to Wyoming’s military on the nearly 1,000 civilians compared to serving on the Armed Services Future Year Defense Plan (FYDP). 2,800 employed by the University Committee, which allows for These included the Weapons of Wyoming. The Wyoming Wyoming to have a voice at the Storage Facility, the Roll Transfer National Guard employs more committee level for defense Facility, the Helicopter Hangar than 1,500 individuals. This nationally. This appointment was and new helicopters for Security doesn’t include the number of positive for the State and the Forces, as well as needed C130 spouses and retirees also coming Wyoming Wranglers is an active upgrades. Funding for these to the area because of the partner in her appointment. projects total nearly $200 million military. It shows that any growth in investments. in the local military results in a large economic impact for the Securing Direct Federal Funding Leading National & State. Federal funding supporting the mission of the local military is & Support for Local Initiatives a win for the State of Wyoming’s Wyoming & Region The Greater Cheyenne Chamber economy and a large win for the Goals and achievements have of Commerce CEO/President, Nation’s security. included the funding of the Dale Steenbergen and Board modernization of the Ground- of Directors Member, Patrick Based Strategic Deterrent Collins, serve on the Global Strike Infl uence Sound Program in replacement of the Command Civilian Advisory Decisions current ICBMs. The Wyoming Committee. They actively work Wranglers, for the last 9 years, toward National initiatives of From educating the general has championed this military the U.S. Strategic Command public on electing business- CheyenneChamber.org | 307.638.3388 | 2018 Legilsative Agenda (USSTRATCOM). Developments positive, and hopefully lasting, the State and a state-wide like the Enhanced Use Lease fi rst impression to visitors and perspective on issues funding off of I-25 are a direct result of newcomers. opportunities and overall area these partnerships and efforts. needs. Stephanie Joy Meisner- The 83-acre development will Maggard, Vice President of the The Greater Cheyenne Chamber provide a housing solution for the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of of Commerce leads many other local airmen and increase retail Commerce, also serves on the local and national initiatives and commercial opportunities Wyoming State Chamber of with the power of the Wyoming for the greater Cheyenne area. Commerce Board of Directors Wranglers. The project will also supply an and is the Legislative Chairman. improved gateway for Wyoming’s Her role allows for unity across Capital. In addition, providing a Local Agenda Initiatives include: towards transportation along the Front Range. Stephanie Joy