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32nd Annual Chippewa Valley Rally
Organized by the Chippewa Valley Chamber Alliance representing
the Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire and Menomonie Chambers of Commerce
This annual event is a unique opportunity to bring a collective voice on regional and state economic priorities to Madison all at one time. At the Rally, we'll deliver to policymakers a shared consensus on issues important to the economy of the Chippewa Valley. Topics include healthcare, education, talent attraction & retention, childcare, economic development & tax reform, transportation & infrastructure, and energy. This year's trip will be important to strengthen relationships with legislators, express thanks for accomplishments, and highlight issues that still need attention.
When you join us, you'll spend a productive day taking part in issue briefings, small group meetings at legislative offices, a keynote luncheon, and networking with others from our area who are interested in state government policy. You'll also be invited to online pre-event briefings to help you be prepared for a effective day in Madison. And don't worry if you've never participated before. Our legislative office meetings will be led by experienced previous attendees.
Event information:
• Thursday, February 19, Madison
Click here for details and to register
Eggs & Issues dates for 2026
Topics will be announced soon, but be sure mark your calendar to join us on these dates in early 2026: Friday, Jan 23; Friday, Feb 27; and Friday, March 13.
Also for your calendar...
• 2026 Human Resource Conference - Thursday, Jan 15
• Wisconsin National Civics Bee - Essays due by Feb 3
• Eau What A Night: Chamber Annual Meeting - Thursday, Feb 12
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Members sought: City of EC Housing Opportunities Commission
The City of Eau Claire's Housing Opportunities Commission is looking for resident volunteers to bring their expertise, lived experience, and passion for community to the table. The City is seeking people with knowledge in: Housing and real estate, Building/development, Accessible design, Property management, Home financing, and/or Local business ownership.
More information:
Housing Opportunities Commission (City of Eau Claire)
Resource Bank to apply (City of Eau Claire)
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Federal and economic stories...
Inflation cooled in November, delayed report shows (Axios)
As ACA cliff approaches, Wisconsin small business owners, employees struggle to find affordable health care (WPR)
House passes GOP health bill without subsidies (Axios)
U.S. House passes GOP health care bill, sends to Senate (The Center Square)
Centrist Republicans revolt, signing a petition to force a vote on Obamacare funding (NBC News)
Wisconsin libraries and museums see federal grants restored, worry about volatility (WPR)
The Political Hot Potato of Property Assessments (Governing)
Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern file merger application with STB (Progressive Railroading)
Food for thought...
Who Should Regulate AI? (Charles Hilu and Jonathan Gibson, The Dispatch) An executive order preempting state legislation raises as many questions as it answers.
Thanks for reading this issue of Business Advocate. If you have comments or questions, contact Scott Rogers, Sr Dir of Governmental Affairs, at 715-858-0616 or rogers@eauclairechamber.org
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