2011 Public Policy Guide

POLICYPublic

As Utah’s business leader, we stand as the voice of business, we support our members’ success and we champion community prosperity

Guide2011

The Salt Lake Chamber is a

statewide chamber of commerce representing 6,100 businesses and

approximately 500,000 Utah jobs--nearly half the workforce of our

state. We are a capital city chamber with a statewide mission and

reach. Just as the capital city is the center of commerce in our state,

the Chamber works to strengthen the business climate throughout the

entire state. The Chamber has members in all 29 Utah counties as well

as in 10 states and Washington, D.C.

Nearly 80 percent of the businesses we represent are small businesses.

We have two strategic partners: the Downtown Alliance and the World

Trade Center Utah. Currently, we have formal partnerships with 11 other

chambers of commerce or business associations: State Chamber of

Commerce, ChamberWest (Taylorsville, Kearns, West Valley), Lehi Area

Chamber of Commerce, Murray Area Chamber of Commerce, National

Association of Women Business Owners, South Jordan Chamber of

Commerce, South Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce, Utah Asian Chamber

of Commerce, Utah Nonprofits Association, Utah Hispanic Chamber and

Vestpocket—and we continue to focus on increasing this list.

The Salt Lake Chamber has signed memorandums of agreement with

four international chambers: Tokyo Chamber of Commerce, AMCHAM

Camera del Comercio Americana del Peru (Lima), Paris Chamber of

Commerce and London Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

S tat e m e n t o n C i v i l i t y:

The Salt Lake Chamber supports the Utah Civility and Community 2011 effort. Under

the leadership of Utah Lt. Governor Greg Bell and Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker, we are committed to respectful discourse and behavior toward all people. Further, we are committed to being a welcoming, inclusive

and caring community.

“It’s time for civility to make a comeback in public discourse. Far from a sign of weakness,

civility shows strength of character and dedication to serving

the public interest.”

lane BeattiePresident and CEO, Salt Lake Chamber

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C o n t e n t S :

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Economic Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Health System Reform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Immigration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14International Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Salt Lake City - Downtown Rising . . . . . . . . . . 18Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Utah Air Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Small Business Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Capitol Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

“I’ve never seen a chamber as well organized and as committed to what it does as the Salt Lake Chamber.”

Dave Harris,Vice President, Taubman Company

Cover photograph courtesy Joshua Brown Photography

2 0 1 1 P U B L I C P O L I C y G U I D E 1

As the state’s largest business organization, the Salt Lake Chamber is committed to working with policymakers to create the best environment possible for economic success and community prosperity. We invite you to join us in this exciting endeavor.

Dear Fellow Utahns,As the voice of business in Utah, the Salt Lake Chamber is dedicated to strengthening the economy by supporting a pro-business climate. Thanks to engaged business leaders, the Chamber has successfully championed many federal, state and local government policies that have contributed to the outstanding business environment in Utah.

In the fall of 2010, Forbes magazine named Utah the “Best State for Business and Careers.” Forbes’ comprehensive rankings were based on 10 different economic indicators. The bottom line is that Utah’s policy and regulatory environment is pro-business and is a key element in keeping business costs low, providing a talented workforce, fostering economic development and promoting a wonderful quality of life. The Salt Lake Chamber has worked hard to cultivate Utah’s pro-business climate.

Of course, we always want to improve. Most concerning are the 102,200 unemployed Utahns. While our unemployment situation is better than most states, we can still do better. We are pleased to present as a public policy priority a 10-point plan to create 150,000 Utah jobs over the next five years.

Furthermore, we have many opportunities to build on our reputation as a business-friendly state. In the 2011 Salt Lake Chamber Public Policy Guide, we have outlined priorities of the business community that, if embraced, will further strengthen the foundation of Utah’s economy and poise our businesses to accelerate out of the Great Recession.

w o R K F o R C e : We must improve education so Utahns are prepared for the jobs of the future. We must also work with the federal government to address our broken immigration system.

i n F R a S t R u C t u R e : We must invest in the construction and maintenance of our energy, water, transportation and education infrastructure, which are essential to our quality of life and economy.

e C o n o m i C D e v e l o P m e n t: We must develop, grow and retain Utah businesses while supporting new economic development, innovation, entrepreneurship and the Utah Science Technology and Research (USTAR) initiative.

B u S i n e S S C l i m at e : We must reduce business costs, including unsustainable health care costs, taxes and regulations.

Lane Beattie Scott W. ParsonPresident and CEO Chair

S tat e m e n t o F P R i n C i P l e S :

n Free enterprise – We recognize that market forces are the best way to allocate goods and services and set prices.

n Ingredients for success – We believe that low taxes, reasonable regulations, top-notch infrastructure, a world-class workforce, and well-managed and limited government create the environment for economic success.

n Thriving community – We are committed to great life quality and the greater good.

n Strategic partnerships – We create and sustain model partnerships with the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, Economic Development Corporation of Utah, other chambers of commerce and business associations, the World Trade Center Utah, Downtown Alliance, and other like-minded entities.

P o l i C y P o S i t i o n S :

n Governor’s vision – We endorse Governor Gary Herbert’s vision that Utah will lead the nation as the best performing economy and be recognized as a premier global business destination. The Salt Lake Chamber will devote resources to and advocate on behalf of this aspirational vision.

n Governor’s objectives – We support and commit our best efforts to help Governor Hebert achieve his economic development objectives to:

• Strengthen and grow existing Utah businesses, both urban and rural• Increase innovation, entrepreneurship and investment• Increase national and international business• Prioritize education to develop the workforce of the future

n Jobs Agenda – We commit to the Utah Jobs Agenda™, a 10-point plan endorsed by our Board of Governers to create 150,000 Utah jobs over the next five years.

2 0 1 1 P u B l i C P o l i C y P R i o R i t i e S :

n Support the economic development priorities outlined throughout this policy guide – These include specific actions in education, energy, health system reform, immigration, international trade, Downtown Rising, transportation and air quality.

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“Business leaders enthusiastically endorse our governor’s vision to

lead the nation as the best performing economy and to be recognized as a

premier global business destination.”

Spencer P. eccles Executive Director,

Governor’s Office of Economic Development


n Repeal of the 1099 reporting requirement – We strongly urge our federal delegation to repeal the 1099 provision of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. This provision substantially increases regulatory burdens on 40 million

business entities nationwide, including both small and large businesses alike. It forces businesses to implement new, complex accounting systems and potentially requires numerous additional IRS filings per business.

Utah Jobs Agenda A plan to create 150,000 Utah jobs in five yearsThe Utah economy is poised to lead the nation. We have the workforce, infrastructure and pro-business policies to make it

happen. These economic fundamentals, when combined with purposeful and effective business leadership, will help create 150,000 Utah jobs in the next five years. Here is our 10-point plan:

the utah Jobs agenda will restore utah to full employment

Source: Utah Department of Workforce Service and Salt Lake Chamber forecasts

“Business leaders’ first and highest priority is restoring the Utah economy to full employment. The strength

of our future is jobs. We encourage the governor and the Legislature to work with us to create 150,000

Utah jobs over the next five years.”

lane Beattie President and CEO,

Salt Lake Chamber

education – Ensure that 90 percent of 3rd and 6th graders achieve reading and math proficiency and that two-thirds of Utahns have a certificate, degree or equivalent endorsement in a skilled trade or academic pursuit by 2020

transportation – Invest $4 billion in transportation infrastructure

international – Double the value of international merchandise exports

energy – Invest $1 billion in Utah’s energy economy

Business costs – Secure a third or better ranking among states for the cost of doing business

Statewide corporate recruitment – Land three regional headquarters

immigration – Create a federally-approved, employer-sponsored work program

tax policy – Make incremental improvements in the efficiency, fairness and stability of the Utah tax structure

air quality – Attain and maintain the national ambient air quality standards

Rural development – Create a private-led business partnership with representatives of rural Utah

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The Salt Lake Chamber’s relationship with USTAR began at the inception of the initiative in the 2005 and 2006 Utah legislative sessions. The Chamber, recognizing a need for the state to improve technology-based economic development, worked closely with several other industry groups and policymakers to create USTAR. Since its creation, USTAR has exceeded expectations.

uStaR propels utah’s technology economy

n Six new companies:

• HCCS

• TheraTarget

• Metallosensors

• AlGen

• Space Environmental Technologies

• Utah Nano Wireless Healthcare

• Cancer detection through magnetic sensors, similar to your CD player

• High-precision drug delivery through polymer-based nanotechnologies

• Wireless communication of medical sensor data

• Mercury detection and other environmental sensing through nanotechnology

• Building sensors that adjust lighting and power levels based on activity patterns

• Using algae for environmental cleanup and biofuels production

• Sterile, low-saline solution that helps prevent infection in premature babies

• Painless dentistry through high-pressure water jets

• “Classroom of the future” projection technology

n eighty-seven invention disclosures including:

Utah Science Technology and Research Initiative USTAR

CHaiR: Jake Boyer, President and CEO, The Boyer Company

The Salt Lake Chamber Board of Governors - As the primary advisory board to the Salt Lake Chamber, each member of the Board serves as an ambassador for economic development throughout the state.

Can-Do Coalition CHaiR: Chris Redgrave, Senior Vice President, Zions Bank Scott Anderson, Zions Bank

Scott Beck, Salt Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Dr. Janet Bingham, Huntsman FoundationMark H. Bouchard, CB Richard EllisJake Boyer, The Boyer CompanyLori Chillingworth, Zions BankSpencer P. Eccles, Governor’s Office of

Economic DevelopmentJeff Edwards, Economic Development Corp.

of Utah

Tom Guinney, GastronomyDarris Howe, University of PhoenixClark D. Ivory, Ivory HomesTed McAleer, USTARJennifer Nakao, Grant ThorntonRichard R. Nelson, Utah Technology CouncilScott W. Parson, Staker Parson CompaniesJill Taylor, Key BankLinda Townsend, Economic Development Corp.

of Utah

e C o n o m i C D e v e l o P m e n t l e a D e R S :


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utah economy is expanding Year-over job growth

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utah’s economy is growing at twice the national rate Utah job growth

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utah retail sales have turned positive

The Chamber’s Commitment to Rural Utah:

All of Utah shares a common infrastructure, geography, government, history and economy. As a capital city chamber with a statewide mission and reach, the Salt Lake Chamber:

n Recognizes that urban and rural Utah share a common history and destiny.

n Believes that by working together we can strengthen the Utah economy.

n Will create a business-led partnership to maximize Utah’s rural economic assets.

n Develop targeted corporate recruitment program for downtown Salt Lake City – The renaissance currently occurring in Salt Lake City creates an extraordinary opportunity for renewed corporate recruitment for the capital city. We envision a proactive, targeted and collaborative effort to fill commercial office buildings, develop new areas within the city and sell downtown Salt Lake City as the cosmopolitan center of the Intermountain West. The Downtown Alliance will lead these efforts, in collaboration with GOED, EDCUtah, WTCUtah and Salt Lake City.

n Achieve strategic board alignment – We will work with our economic development partners within the community to strengthen the policy and advisory board cross-representation among entities. Board members will proactively seek to align work plans and priorities in ways that strengthen the Utah economy.

n Create an ambassador program to cultivate business relationships with existing, expanding and targeted businesses throughout the nation – This can be thought of as an “executive-to-executive” program where Chamber leaders reach out to welcome, orient and develop longstanding relationships with senior business executives.

n Continue to make a meaningful contribution to state economic development vision and strategies – We will continue to work with the governor’s office and other local government entities to achieve our economic development goals and create unity among and give direction to public and private economic development efforts.


n Education is a key investment priority – Utah business leaders know that education is a critical investment in a vibrant economy. It is the path to enduring prosperity. Great businesses are built with well-trained and educated workers.

n Funding must be tied to performance – To maintain our tradition of educational excellence, the performance of every student at every level must be measured and improved in a transparent process that properly aligns incentives.

n Embrace business principles – As business leaders, we know achieving ambitious goals means following basic management principles – creating unified goals and a clear plan, understanding customers, investing strategically, tying funding to achievement, measuring outcomes and rewarding success.

n We support Prosperity 2020 – Business and community leaders have launched this movement to advance educational investment and innovation. We support the Prosperity 2020 vision that our state’s educated and trained workforce will propel Utah to enduring prosperity, life quality and the strongest economy in the nation.

“We need to build on Utah’s reputation for

having a well-educated and growing workforce to ensure our economic

strength for decades to come.”

mark Bouchard Senior Managing Director,

CB Richard Ellis


EDUCATIONTHE PATH TO ENDURING PROSPERITY

PR OSPERIT Y 2020 GOAL

By 2020, 90 percent of 3rd and 6th graders should be proficient in reading

and math and two-thirds of Utahns should have a certificate, degree or

equivalent credential in a skilled trade or academic pursuit.

PROSPERITy2020.COM

Prosperity 2020 is founded by the following charter members within Utah’s business community:

Chambers of commerce throughout Utah: Cedar City Area Chamber, Davis Chamber,Lehi Area Chamber, Murray Area Chamber, Ogden/Weber Chamber, Richfield Area Chamber, Salt Lake Chamber, South Salt Lake Chamber, St. George Area Chamber, Utah Valley Chamber

Citizens for Educational ExcellenceEconomic Development Corporation of Utah Friends of Utah Higher EducationFriends of Weber/Davis Governor’s Office of Economic Development Junior Achievement of Utah United Way of Salt LakeUtah Technology Council


2 0 1 1 P o l i C y P R i o R i t i e S :

We are advancing strategic initiatives and investments that tie funding to achievement and hold people accountable to achieve results.

Public education

n Maintain 2010 per pupil spending – We must stop the erosion in our basic investment.

n Improve school readiness – Students must start 1st grade ready to learn. We call for funding optional all-day kindergarten for at-risk students statewide to start them on a path to success.

n Teach all students basic reading and math skills – Students who can read and do basic math are prepared for advanced learning. We call for restoring a 1st and 3rd grade reading initiative, and assessing progress, with a goal that 90 percent of 3rd graders achieve proficiency. A similar program should be launched and measured to ensure math literacy in the 3rd and 6th grades.

n Increase career paths in math, engineering and science – Fund USTAR high schools to prepare students for careers in math and science.

Higher education

n Advance institutional excellence – Launch a mission-based funding formula that enables every college and university to excel in its area of strength – from technical training to research that generates spinoff companies.

n Ensure students persist toward completion – Expand Utah’s commitment to need-based aid to help disadvantaged students stay in school. Also, fund Regents’ Scholarships for high-achieving students.

n Increase career paths in math, engineering and science – Fund two degree programs, integrating high school, community colleges and other institutions of higher education. Also, fund SMART, a program to increase the number of quality public education math teachers by providing alternative teacher certification for experienced professionals.

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Two-thirds of Utah jobs will require postsecondary education.

Source: Center on Education and the Workforce, Georgetown University, June 2010

By 2020, two-thirds of utah jobs will require postsecondary education

R e C e n t a C C o m P l i S H m e n t S :

n Waiting for Superman – In cooperation with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, we hosted business leaders and educators for an exclusive screening of the provocative film Waiting for Superman. The film documents challenges facing U.S. education and encourages improvements. During a panel session after the film, business leaders questioned and made suggestions to the state superintendent of public instruction and president of the Utah Education Association.

n Education summit – Co-sponsored a call-to-action summit in partnership with United Way and other business and community leaders. Business and education leaders identified strategies for improving student achievement, high school graduation and postsecondary education.

n Friend of education – Chamber President and CEO Lane Beattie received the Friend of Education award from the National Association of State Boards of Education.

ta S K F o R C e m e m B e R S H i P :

CHaiR: Mark Bouchard, Senior Managing Director, CB Richard Ellis

Clark Ivory, Ivory Homes and member of University of Utah Board of Trustees

David Jordan, Stoel Rives and member of State Board of Regents

Andrea Moss, American Express Randy Shumway, Cicero Group and former school board

member

Richard Kendall, Education Policy AdvisorVicki Varela, Communication Consultant


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utah math and reading scores trail peer states

Source: Utah Foundation

Source: Bureau of the Census, Gibson and Jung (2002), Perlich (2002), BEBR

majority of new students in utah schools are minorities

Minority33%

Minority65%

White Non-Hispanic67%

Population Growth Enrollment Growth

White Non-Hispanic35%



n Maintain a secure and affordable supply of energy – We support the development of Utah’s rich energy resources. Such strategic development ensures access to energy at reasonable costs.

n Responsible environmental stewardship – Utah’s spectacular natural environment is a legacy passed to us from preceding generations and it deserves protection. We support innovative and responsible development of energy resources.


n Cap and trade – Federal regulation of greenhouse gases must be designed to prevent the transfer of economic wealth from Utah to other states or nations, to minimize the economic hardship on businesses and consumers, to allow for alternative means of compliance, and to recognize that global warming is a global problem that requires global solutions. Utah should not participate in regional greenhouse gas initiatives.

n Nuclear – We support development of nuclear power if economically viable, including the assessment of economic risks and a policy for storing or reprocessing locally produced spent fuel.


n Natural gas corridor – Enhancements to the natural gas corridor are necessary to support cleaner vehicles in Utah. We support targeted state and federal initiatives to improve Utah’s natural gas infrastructure.

n Prudent regulation – Advance sensible utility regulation, which encourages capital investment, removes utility disincentives for demand-side management, creates enablers for energy management and provides consumers with pricing signals that reflect the cost of providing energy.

n Increase generation – A secure, clean, reliable and diverse mix of energy is essential to maintain Utah’s quality of life and sustain economic development. The Chamber will support and advance policies that promote long-term, cost effective energy development.

“Economic development and energy policy are

inseparably connected. The Salt Lake

Chamber Energy Task Force brings

industry expertise and a business paradigm to the state’s strategic energy plan. We look

forward to a continued, mutually beneficial

relationship between industry and the state as we tackle difficult

energy issues.”

Brendan Ryan Vice President, Rio Tinto -

Kennecott Utah Companies

ENERGY

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natural Gas vehicle Station map

Source: Questar Corporation


n Energy resources policy statement – In 2010, the Salt Lake Chamber’s Energy Resources Task Force completed a year-long effort to develop a comprehensive energy policy for business. It included a series of policy statements related to economic development, energy development, energy efficiency, regulation, siting facilities and the environment. This statement can be found at www.slchamber.com/energy.

n Representing business on Governor Herbert’s Utah Energy Initiative Task Force – This year, Governor Herbert created the Utah Energy Initiative Task Force composed of representatives from energy producers, energy users, environmentalists, academics and the business community. The governor asked the Salt Lake Chamber to represent business on the task force. The Task Force is developing a 10-year strategic energy plan to help guide economic development, job creation, energy development, environmental concerns, energy efficiency, conservation, demand-response, transportation, air quality, transmission infrastructure, technology, and research and development.

Such an approach is critical in coordinating the energy needs of the state with its rich natural resources and environmental concerns.

2 0 1 1 P U B L I C P O L I C y G U I D E 1 1

Chair : Brendan Ryan, Vice President, Rio Tinto - Kennecott Utah Companies

Betty O. Arial, EnergySolutionsKimberly Barnett, Salt Lake CountyJohn Baza, Utah Division of Oil, Gas and MiningMayor Ralph Becker, City of Salt LakeVicki Bennett, City of Salt LakeTodd R. Bingham, Utah Mining AssociationTom Bingham, Utah Manufacturers AssociationBob Bonar, Snowbird Ski & Summer ResortKenneth Bullock, Utah League of Cities & TownsRey Butcher, Questar CorporationBradley R. Cahoon, Snell & WilmerSteven J. Christiansen, Parr Brown Gee & LovelessMayor Peter M. Corroon, Salt Lake CountyGina Crezee, Rio Tinto - Kennecott Utah CompaniesRyan Davies, Renewable Energy Development Corp.

Jeff Edwards, Economic Development Corp. of UtahChristian Gardner, The Gardner CompanyJeff Hartley, Rocky Mountain PowerDennis Haslam, Snell & WilmerCarol Hunter, Rocky Mountain PowerDavid Jensen, Zions Securities CompanyRon Jibson, Questar CorporationJulia Jones, University of Utah College of EngineeringJohn S. Kirkham, Stoel RivesDennis Klaus, Salt Lake Community CollegeSteve Kroes, Utah FoundationTammie Lucero, Uintah County Economic DevelopmentMike McKee, Uintah County Economic DevelopmentDerek Miller, Office of Governor Gary R. HerbertDianne Nielson, Department of Environmental QualityScott W. Parson, Staker Parson CompaniesDave Pershing, University of Utah College of Engineering

Michael Petersen, University of Utah Media SolutionsRay Pickup, Workers Compensation FundKathy Pizzello, Salt Lake Community CollegeKeith O. Rattie, Questar CorporationBob Reeder, Parsons Behle & LatimerDebra Rigby, Questar CorporationGary Robinson, Questar Gas CompanyLincoln Shurtz, Utah League of Cities & TownsIan T. Spencer, CB Richard EllisShelly Teuscher, Parsons Behle & LatimerRoger O. Tew, Utah League of Cities and Towns A. Richard Walje, Rocky Mountain PowerClayton Walker, Rio Tinto - Kennecott Utah CompaniesBud White, U.S. Energy Engineers


utah electricity costs are well below the national average August 2009 and 2010

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n Reform based on market principles – We support reform that applies market principles to contain costs, strengthen Utah’s economy and improve lives. Such reform includes increasing transparency regarding cost and quality, as well as fostering competition and providing incentives for patients, doctors, hospitals and health insurance companies to utilize resources in ways that lead to measurably better outcomes.

n Renewed emphasis on controlling health care costs – Federal reform has not adequately addressed the unsustainable growth of health care costs. As a business community, we will approach this issue with renewed vigor.

n Health of Utahns – While increasing health costs are a tremendous burden on business, we also recognize that a healthy workforce is necessary to a productive business community. We will support reform that addresses the growing epidemic of obesity and lifestyle-induced diseases and results in better health outcomes for Utahns.


The Health System Reform Business Bill of Rights and Responsibilities summarizes the Chamber’s position on health system reform efforts. This document speaks for over half of Utah’s workforce and can be found at www.slchamber.com/health_system_reform_bill_of_rights.


n Medicaid reform – State budgets are threatened by federal Medicaid requirements. We must work proactively with the federal government and providers to address Medicaid reform now.

n Compensation transparency – Broker compensation should be transparent and disclosed prior to services being rendered.

n Speak with the purchasing power of business – During 2011, the Salt Lake Chamber, led by its Health System Reform Task Force, will assist employers in changing Utah’s health system by letting their purchasing power do the talking. The Chamber will introduce materials to educate and empower employers in the health system.

“We need to keep our eyes on the objective of controlling costs if we are to solve America’s

health care crisis. Anything less will not

change the trajectory of the ever-increasing cost

curve that threatens every business in

America.”

Scott Hymas CEO, R.C. Willey


Health SystemReform

$ 13,770*$ 13,375*

$ 12,680*$ 12,106*

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$ 4,704*$ 4,479*

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* Estimate is statistically different from estimate for the previous year shownSource: Kaiser/HRET, Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Benefits, 1999-2010

Average Annual U.S. Premiums for Single and Family Coverage, 1999-2010

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Cumulative increases in U.S. health insurance premiums, Workers’ Contributions to Premiums, Inflation, and Workers’ Earnings, 1999-2010

Health care costs continue to increase at unsustainable levels


n Educating employers about federal legislation – The Chamber teamed with SelectHealth to educate small business about federal subsidies that may be available to them. With so many technical changes to federal health care law, expert advice on issues that affect a business’ bottom line is critical to our members.

n Legislative oversight and implementation workgroup – The Chamber advises legislators as a member of this workgroup which reports to the Health System Reform Task Force.

n Washington, D.C. advocacy trip – In September, a Chamber delegation visited our nation’s capital to advocate pro-business policy and develop stronger relationships with Utah’s federal delegation. Health system reform was an issue of focus for our delegation as we met with policy leaders and elected officials. The Chamber will continue to work for pro-business health system reform at the state and federal levels of government.


Co-CHaiRS: Scott Hymas, CEO, R.C. Willey Rich McKeown, President and CEO, Leavitt Partners

Bob Baker, Cafe RioDeborah Bayle, United Way of Salt LakeTom Bingham, Utah Manufacturers Association

Candace Daly, National Federation of Independent Business

Chip Everest, EnergySolutionsChristian Gardner, The Gardner CompanyPaul Glauser, Staker Parson CompaniesKaye Mickelson, Office of Salt Lake City Mayor

Ralph Becker

Scott W. Parson, Staker Parson CompaniesRay Pickup, Workers Compensation FundKevin R. Pinegar, Durham Jones & PinegarChris Redgrave, Zions BankJill Taylor, Key Bank of UtahNathan Wickizer, Cache Valley Electric Company



n In-state tuition – We support extending education opportunities to all children who are educated in Utah, regardless of the decisions of their parents. Children who have attended three or more years of high school in Utah, whose parents are undocumented immigrants, should be eligible for in-state tuition.


THE UTAH COMPACTA declaration of five principles to guide Utah’s immigration discussion

FeDeRal SolutionS Immigration is a federal policy issue between the U.S. government and other countries—not Utah and other countries. We urge Utah’s congressional delegation, and others, to lead efforts to strengthen federal laws and protect our national borders. We urge state leaders to adopt reasonable policies addressing immigrants in Utah.

law enFoRCement We respect the rule of law and support law enforcement’s professional judgment and discretion. Local law enforcement resources should focus on criminal activities, not civil violations of federal code.

FamilieS Strong families are the foundation of successful communities. We oppose policies that unnecessarily separate families. We champion policies that support families and improve the health, education and well-being of all Utah children.

eConomy Utah is best served by a free-market philosophy that maximizes individual freedom and opportunity. We acknowledge the economic role immigrants play as workers and taxpayers. Utah’s immigration policies must reaffirm our global reputation as a welcoming and business-friendly state.

a FRee SoCiety Immigrants are integrated into communities across Utah. We must adopt a humane approach to this reality, reflecting our unique culture, history and spirit of inclusion. The way we treat immigrants will say more about us as a free society and less about our immigrant neighbors. Utah should always be a place that welcomes people of goodwill.

“The Chamber has been a steady and consistent voice on this difficult issue

for many years now. Chamber leadership on immigration will

be critical in avoiding unnecessary damage to

our community and the economy during this

legislative session.”

utah State Senator Curt Bramble


Immigration


n Pursue federal solutions –

• The Chamber urges Utah’s federal congressional delegation to work diligently to secure federal action on this important issue.

• The governor should use his influence to effect federal action. We urge the governor to act through the Western Governors’ Association, the National Governors Association and through other groups, to seek federal action. We also encourage the governor to deploy his federal lobbying resources to persuade the federal government to take action.

n Guest worker program – We support the creation and implementation of a program that allows undocumented individuals who are already living in Utah to normalize their status as a temporary guest worker, subject to meeting certain requirements such as passing a criminal background check and a medical examination, among others. We believe this program will benefit our economy and community.


CHaiR: Timothy Wheelwright, Shareholder, Durham Jones & Pinegar

Jeff Adams, Sanmina - SCI Corp.Carlos Alegre, Granite Construction CompanyJeff Alexander, Alexander’s Print AdvantageKaren Andrews, Kassing Andrews AdvertisingBrian Bethers, 1-800-ContactsDr. Janet Bingham, Huntsman Cancer FoundationTodd Bingham, Utah Mining AssociationTom Bingham, Utah Manufacturers AssociationPres Cynthia Bioteau, Salt Lake Community CollegeJake Boyer, The Boyer CompanyLonnie M. Bullard, Jacobsen Construction CompanyPatrick Burt, Kipp and ChristianPaulette Cary

Wilford Clyde, Clyde CompaniesGary Coker, CB Richard EllisCandace Daly, CJD & AssociatesJerry Dewey, Associated Food StoresSpencer P. Eccles, Governor’s Office of Economic

DevelopmentClint W. Ensign, Sinclair CompaniesBryson Garbett, Garbett HomesTom Guinney, GastronomyJohn Hadfield, Hadco ConstructionTom N. Hori, RedconDeneece Huftalin, Salt Lake Community CollegeClark D. Ivory, Ivory HomesPeter JenksJonathan Johnson, Overstock.comBarbara Melendez, Kirton & McConkie

Robert Nilsen, Cafe RioBrett Okland, Okland Construction Company Scott W. Parson, Staker Parson CompaniesMike Phillips, SME Steel IndustriesRay Pickup, Workers Compensation FundAlan Rindlisbacher, Layton Construction CompanyJennifer W. Sanchez, United Way of Salt LakeAlice Steiner, Utah Transit AuthorityPaul Torres, Manuel’s Fine FoodsRoger Tsai, Parsons Behle & Latimer Maxine Turner, Cuisine Unlimited Catering & Special EventsSteven E. Tyler, Holland & HartVicki Varela, Vicki Varela Strategic CommunicationsDarin young, Ivory HomesJoe Zeidner, 1-800-Contacts



n Original signatory of The Utah Compact – The Utah Compact was developed over several months by groups and individuals who were concerned about the tone of Utah’s immigration discussion. The Compact has broad support from community leaders, business associations, law enforcement officers and members of Utah’s religious community. It outlines the five guiding principles against which we urge the Legislature to measure all immigration legislation.

n E-verify – The Chamber and its strategic partners utilize E-verify for each new hire. The Chamber encourages all businesses to utilize an employment verification system and has provided training opportunities for employers regarding the utilization of such systems necessary to comply with state law.

n Protecting business – The Chamber worked with several other business groups to prevent unnecessary government intrusion into the workplace. The Chamber will work to prevent a government overreach that requires employers, as opposed to federal law enforcement officials, to police immigration.


n Open markets – We support public policy that encourages open markets and the full participation of Utah businesses in the world economy.

n Global perspective – Public policy should take into account the global nature of competition and empower Utah businesses to succeed in such an environment.


n Ongoing funding of World Trade Center Utah – We support the governor’s proposed budget recommendation for WTCU.

n Education – Human capital is the key to creating globally competitive Utah businesses. The World Trade Center Utah supports Prosperity 2020 and is committed to improving Utah’s education system. Education should be one of Utah’s top investment priorities.

n Immigration – Along with developing talent domestically, the United States should provide opportunities for foreign students, educated in the United States, to integrate into our economy as opposed to taking their knowledge and talents abroad after completing their studies. We must also avoid state immigration legislation that would harm Utah’s international reputation and competitiveness.

n Favorable business climate – We must continue to reduce business costs, including unsustainable health care costs, taxes and regulations.


n Assessments for Utah businesses – WTCU offered in-depth assessment services and assistance to 500-plus companies in the following industry clusters:

“In 2009 Utah experienced record

exports and 2010 has been an even better

year for international trade in our state.

Despite tough economic times, international

trade expansion continues to be a key job creator in Utah.

The World Trade Center Utah and its strategic partner, the Salt Lake Chamber, play critical roles in

facilitating Utah businesses’ success in the

global marketplace.”

Scott anderson Chair, World Trade Center Utah

and CEO, Zions Bank


InternationalWORLD TRADE CENTER UTAH

2010 world trade Center utah assessment Portfolio

n Products/Services: 52%n Technology/IT Firms: 20%n Construction/Manufacturing: 11%n Finance/Consulting/Investment Firms: 8%n Energy: 5%n Nutraceuticals/Life Sciences: 4%

n Educating Utah businesses – Training and educational services are provided by WTCU and our strategic partners – the Salt Lake Chamber, Governor’s Office of Economic Development and the U.S. Commercial Service.

n Training and education resources and events –

• WTCU launched the Export Expert and Import Club series of educational seminars with topics including: international trade outlook, strategies for service exports, selling food products overseas, market access barriers, free trade agreements and financing exports through the World Bank.

• Global Utah newsletter distributed weekly information on international business to over 2,000 subscribers.

n Connecting Utah businesses – Facilitated over 250 networking events to connect businesses with international resources.

n Expanding Utah’s international influence – Secured official agreements between the Salt Lake Chamber and international business associations including the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Paris Chamber of Commerce, Tokyo, Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry and AmCham Lima, Peru.

n In coordination with the Chamber, the following delegations were hosted – Canada (york), China, India, Senegal, Peru, Taiwan, Kazakhstan, South Korea, Vietnam, Japan, Brazil and several multi-regional delegations.

n Welcoming Foreign Dignitaries – Hosted Ambassadors of Belarus, Peru, Germany, Slovak Republic, Israel, Kosovo, U.S. Ambassador to the UAE, the presidential candidate from Uganda, Senegal Education Minister, Governor of Piura Region, Peru; Consuls General of the UK, India, Taiwan, President of the American College in Greece in Athens.


Business

Lew Cramer, President & CEO, World Trade Center Utah

Chair: Scott Anderson, Zions Bank

Lane Beattie, Salt Lake ChamberBishop H. David Burton, The Church of Jesus Christ of

Latter-day SaintsGary Crittenden, Huntsman Gay Capital PartnersDavid Clark, Utah House of RepresentativesBryan Davis, Xango

Mark Garfield, Zions BankNatalie Gochnour, Salt Lake ChamberDean Luikart, Wells FargoAlan Hall, MarketStarGreg Miller, Larry H. Miller Group of CompaniesRichard Nelson, Utah Technology CouncilDinesh Patel, vSpring CapitalPaul Savage, Kirton & McConkiePres. Michael Waddoups, Utah State SenatePres. Michael young, University of Utah

E x - O f f i c i O :Spencer P. Eccles, Governor’s Office of Economic

DevelopmentJeff Edwards, Economic Development Corporation of UtahCraig Peterson, Governor’s Office of Economic

Development

E m E r i t u s :Jack Sunderlage, ContentWatch

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n Heart of our region – We recognize downtown Salt Lake City as the regional center for culture, commerce and entertainment and the historic hub of transportation, financing, banking, law and federal, state and local governments. It is also the headquarters for a world religion. Accordingly, we advocate public policies that complement the historical investment that has occurred in Utah’s capital city to strengthen downtown’s unique role as the urban heart of our region.

n Downtown development – We affirm that a vibrant metropolitan center is an important economic engine for the entire region. We support economic development that energizes downtown, supporting 70,000 downtown workers who live in communities across Utah.

n Interconnected – We recognize the economic relationship between urban, suburban and rural communities and support fair and balanced tax policies focused on economic development for all geographic areas.

2 0 1 1 P u B l i C P o l i C y P R i n C i P l e S a n D P R i o R i t i e S :

n Downtown rising signature projects – The series of individual projects outlined in the Downtown Rising Vision will add to the life and purpose of downtown and make Salt Lake City one of the most livable and prosperous cities in the nation. These projects include a year-round public market and a performing arts center.

n Economic development – We look to improve coordination with the economic de-velopment offices of Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County, along with the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and the Economic Development Corporation of Utah, to bring new regional corporate headquarters to Utah’s capital city.

“With the rise of the City Creek project, the

transformation of Main Street, the development

of The Leonardo and a new performing arts center, downtown Salt

Lake City’s dynamic cityscape attests to our progression as a Great

American City. The Salt Lake Chamber and the Downtown Alliance have been

exceptional partners in our capital city’s

renaissance.”

mayor Ralph Becker


DOwntown

may 31, 2006 Business and community leaders launch Downtown Rising

october 2006 Property Reserve announces plans for City Creek, the largest private mixed-use development ever undertaken in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City

December 2006 Construction begins on City Creek

march 2007 Downtown Rising vision released. The vision outlines eight signature projects including a regional rail network, a year-round public market, dynamic urban living, a global exchange place and a performing arts center

may 2007 Fidelity Investments consolidates regional offices in new regional headquarters at the Gateway

august 2007 Hamilton Partners breaks ground on 222 Main

July 2008 The Metro Condominiums open

Summer 2008 Patrick Dry Goods Condominiums open

april 2008 UTA completes TRAX extensions to Salt Lake Central Station and FrontRunner North begins service to Ogden

august 2008 Construction begins on Front Runner south-a key component of UTA Front Lines 2015

october 2008 Salt Lake City announces 135 S. Main as the location for the Performing Arts Center

Summer 2009 City Creek Food Court opens

September 2009 OC Tanner opens flagship retail store in the renovated Hansen Planetarium

The Leonardo begins renovation

november 2009 Voters approve $125 million bond for the construction of a new public safety building to be located downtown

December 2009 222 Main opens

Salt Lake City Redevelopment Agency purchases the Utah Pantages Theater

Jan- Dec 2009 Over 30 new small businesses open in the downtown area

LEADErs: Vasilios Priskos, Chair, Downtown Alliance Board of Trustees

Lane Beattie, President and CEO, Salt Lake Chamber / Downtown Alliance

Jason Mathis, Executive Director, Downtown Alliance

DOwntOwn ALLiAncE BOArD Of trustEEs:Chair: Vasilios Priskos, InterNet Propertiesvice Chair: Kent Gibson, Property Reserve Inc.Bruce Bingham (Immediate Past Chair),

Hamilton PartnersChristina Alter, Goldman SachsLane Beattie, Salt Lake ChamberJake Boyer, The Boyer CompanyJim Divver, Zions Bank

John Dahlstrom, Wasatch PropertiesJerry Fenn, Qwest CorporationDavid Golden, Wells Fargo BankPeggy Lander, Richter7Molly Mazzolini, Infinite Scale DesignGary Porter, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Ex OfficiO BOArD mEmBErs:Mayor Ralph Becker, Salt Lake CityMayor Peter Corroon, Salt Lake CountyCouncil Member Luke Garrott,

Salt Lake City CouncilScott Beck, Salt Lake Convention & Visitors BureauD.J. Baxter, Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake CityCurtis Bennett, Downtown Retail Merchants Association

n Art and culture district – Reflecting its role as Utah’s capital city, downtown is the cultural core of the region. A new art and culture district will pave the way for an even more vibrant capital city and continue to build momentum for art-based economic growth. We support a downtown art and culture district as an economic development tool for the entire region and as the most effective way to build a culturally engaged population.

n Advancing public and private projects – Supporting Utah’s capital city enhances the entire region. Public and private projects that serve the long term interest of the communnity, leverage existing assets and maximize current investments should be supported by all levels of government.

n Convention hotel – We support policies and projects that help to grow Salt Lake’s convention industry including the development of a headquarters hotel that utilizes a privately-led financing model.


n EA Sports corporate offices relocation to downtown, joining Disney and other electronic media.

n Announcement by Goldman Sachs of plans to move 1,500-plus jobs/employees to offices at 222 Main, making downtown Salt Lake City the second largest Goldman Sachs office in the Americas.

n Questar Corp, a publicly traded Fortune 500 company, began construction on new corporate headquarters built downtown by Wasatch Commercial Management.

n Sixty small businesses opened in the Central Business District in the past two years.

n Hundreds of new residences have come online establishing a 24/7 population downtown.


risingJanuary 2010 Federal Courthouse construction begins. Expected completion in 2013

march 2010 Goldman Sachs announces new offices at 222 South Main and the addition of 1,500 new jobs, making Salt Lake City the second largest Goldman Sachs office in the Americas

may 2010 City Creek Richards Court Condominiums open along with Deseret Book store and the Blue Lemon restaurant

october 2010 Renovation begins at the Gallivan Center Plaza

Spring 2011 Construction to begin on Salt Lake City Public Safety Complex

march 22, 2012Scheduled opening of City Creek Center

march 2013 Scheduled completion of the Salt Lake City Public Safety Complex

Spring 2011 Expected completion of Broadway Park Lofts

July 2010 Harmons City Creek breaks ground

Jan-Dec 2010 an additional 30 businesses open in downtown Salt Lake City

June 2010 EA Sports moves headquarters to downtown Salt Lake City

march 2010 Main Street pedestrian bridge placed

“The Salt Lake Chamber has been

a major catalyst for transportation

investment in Utah. This disciplined

investment in infrastructure is

the envy of states throughout the

nation.”

Speaker of the utah House of Representatives

Becky lockhart



n Economic prosperity requires efficient transportation systems – The efficient movement of goods and people saves money and strengthens our businesses. We support a vibrant transportation system that facilitates the success of business.

n Disciplined planning and investment – State government and business leaders have shown wisdom in planning for and funding highway, transit and air traffic systems in Utah. We must not let the fruits of our past planning and funding efforts lull us into passivity until we again encounter gridlock in our transportation systems. Continued planning and funding efforts are necessary to maintain and improve our systems.

n It’s a good time to invest – In today’s economy, investment in infrastructure yields jobs and supports our economy. We also benefit from incredible bonding terms while construction materials and labor remains affordable. As bonds continue to expire, we should take advantage of these circumstances and continue to invest in our future.


Users should pay – Where feasible, those who utilize and benefit the most from government services, such as infrastructure, should pay accordingly. We continue to support an indexed fuel tax to fund vital transportation projects. User fees are the most fair and transparent method of taxation. This fuel tax could be offset by tax reductions in other areas.


n Prioritize maintenance – We must protect our substantial investment by properly maintaining our transportation infrastructure. Currently, UDOT is spending about half of what is needed to keep the status quo-- in other words, roadway conditions continue to deteriorate. With current levels of investment, in just 10 years only 10 percent of lower volume rural roads will be in good condition.

n Secure additional non-stop international flights – As Utah leads the United States out of troubling economic times, we will work to improve Utah’s international relevance by securing more non-stop international flights in and out of Salt Lake City International Airport.

TransportationDelivering for Utah

CHaiR: Kip Wadsworth, President, Ralph Wadsworth Construction

Carlos Alegre, Granite Construction CompanyJeff Alexander, Alexander’s Print AdvantageMichael Allegra, Utah Transit AuthorityDesmond Barker, Rio Tinto - Kennecott Utah CompaniesTom Bingham, Utah Manufacturers AssociationJon Brewer, Symbol ArtsKenneth Bullock, Utah League of Cities & TownsRey Butcher, Questar CorporationRobert Campbell, Wheeler MachineryRick Chesnut, TerraconWilford Clyde, Clyde CompaniesDarrell Cook, Mountainland Association of GovernmentsEd Cooper, Ash Grove Cement CompanyDavid Creer, Utah Trucking AssociationGina Crezee, Rio Tinto - Kennecott Utah CompaniesJerry Dewey, Associated Food StoresDan England, CR EnglandRolayne Fairclough, AAA UtahChris Gamvroulas, Ivory HomesAndrew Gemperline, CB Richard Ellis

Stephen Goodrich, Utah Dept. of TransportationAndrew Gruber, Wasatch Front Regional CouncilRandy Halley, America First Credit UnionDan Harbeke, Union Pacific RailroadTim Harpst, City of Salt LakeJeffery Harris, HNTB CorporationTom N. Hori, RedconTim Hunt, Go Natural CNGJohn M. Inglish, Utah Transit AuthorityDan Johnson, Chevron Products CompanyDon Jones, Joseph Eve, CPAsMichael King, Wilson & Company, Engineers & ArchitectsSam Klemm, Wasatch Front Regional CouncilSteve Kroes, Utah FoundationChristopher Kyler, Utah Association of RealtorsDavid Layton, The Layton CompaniesMichael Long, Holcim USAlan Matheson, Coalition for Utah’s Future (Envision Utah)MK Mortensen, Grant ThorntonJason Moyes, Certified Building MaintenanceBrett Okland, Okland Construction CompanyRandy Okland, Okland Construction Company

Mike Ostermiller, Utah Association of RealtorsScott W. Parson, Staker Parson CompaniesRay Pickup, Workers Compensation FundScott Reynolds, Altaview ConcreteMatt Riffkin, InterPlanMichael Seare, KiewitLincoln Shurtz, Utah League of Cities & TownsMichael Smith, American Council of Engineering CompanyJordan Snedaker, Wells FargoDavid Stewart, Altria Client ServicesShelly Teuscher, Parsons Behle & LatimerClint Topham, Parsons BrinckerhoffPaul Van Slooten, Pepsi Bottling GroupM. Royce Van Tassell, Utah Taxpayers AssociationGuy Wadsworth, Wadsworth Brothers ConstructionThomas R. Warne, Tom Warne and AssociatesLaVarr Webb, Exoro GroupDavid W. Zimmerman, Holland & Hart



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n Balance economic interests – We must carefully address air quality issues and minimize costs to business. Without action we risk the loss of federal highway funding and further regulatory burdens on business. The Chamber will work with businesses to implement voluntary initiatives that improve Utah’s air quality.

n Economic development – Utah’s livability is a central selling point to businesses considering relocation to our state. However, poor air quality has negative implications in the recruiting process and hinders Utah’s economic development agenda.

n Address tragedy of the commons – As a shared public resource, our air quality is susceptible to this “tragedy” that occurs when rational choices by individuals—choosing to benefit from a community resource—damage the common resource (air quality). In this case, more than half the particles in our air come from motor vehicles. We all have a role in cleaning our air. Businesses, citizens and government share our roads and each should do their part to drive cleaner and smarter.


n Increase availability of natural gas – Utah has abundant and inexpensive natural gas reserves. We support the expansion of Utah’s natural gas infrastructure and encourage businesses, organizations and individuals throughout the state to explore natural gas vehicle options.

n Natural gas act – We support the Natural Gas Act, which reinstates tax incentives on natural gas and the purchase or conversion of a CNG vehicle.

n Federal regulatory compliance – The Chamber supports efforts to comply with current federal air quality standards. Reaching compliance will limit regulatory burdens on business and help secure future federal highway funding.

UTAH AIRQUALITY


“When it comes to recruiting new

businesses to the state, I can assure you air

quality issues are economic development issues. The Chamber’s

efforts on this issue will benefit Utah’s

economy.”

Jeff edwards President and CEO,

Economic Development Corporation of Utah



n Green business award winner – We partnered with Salt Lake City to motivate Utah business to accept the Clear the Air Challenge. The 2010 Clear the Air Challenge saved 2.2 million pounds of emissions, 59,500 gallons of gasoline, 1.3 million road miles and 105,000 trips. The Chamber and city were awarded the Utah Business magazine Green Business Award in October 2010.

n Establishment of an air quality task force – The Chamber Board of Governors has identified air quality as a critical issue facing the business community. The task force was organized to promote best business practices and sound policy related to air quality.

CHaiR: Jonathan Johnson, President, Overstock.com

Stacee Adams, Department of Environmental QualityC. Lance Allen, Waste Management of UtahAlan Anderson, ChamberWestVicki Bennett, City of Salt LakeJerry Benson, Utah Transit AuthorityJames Campbell, Rocky Mountain PowerJen Colby, University of UtahGina Crezee, Rio Tinto - Kennecott Utah Companies

Quinn Dietlein, Hale Centre TheatreJeff Edwards, Economic Development Corp. of UtahMark Eggett, Sysco IntermountainRobin Erickson, Utah Clean Cities CoalitionRoger Gardiner, Goldman, Sachs & Co.Stephen Goodrich, Utah Dept. of TransportationCol. Gary Harter, Governor’s Office of Economic DevelopmentKate Lilja, City of Salt LakeNancy Matro, American ExpressMK Mortensen, Grant Thornton

Angelo Papastamos, UDOT TravelWiseJohn Prince, SelectHealthDave Robertson, CB Richard EllisDon Schulthies, WalmartBrett Slack, ComcastRobert Storey, Zions BankMichele Straube, City of Salt LakeMike Zody, Parsons Behle & Latimer


utah Pollution Sources

Source: utah Division of air Quality

Cars & Trucks: 38%

Commercial: 26%

Large Industry: 28%

Household: 8%

“The Salt Lake Chamber has shown a dedication

to small business. We understand the unique

challenges small businesses face and we’re determined

to help Utah small businesses thrive.”

Scott Parson Chair, Salt Lake Chamber

Board of Governors


S m a l l B u S i n e S S C o u n C i l :

The Salt Lake Chamber Small Business Council represents the interests of businesses with 100 or fewer employees. Council members provide oversight and strategic counsel relative to the small business programs, policies and initiatives of the Chamber.

Small Business is the lifeblood of the utah economy• Approximately 700,000 Utahns are employed by about 68,000 small businesses • Nearly 80 percent of the 6,100 businesses the Chamber represents

are small businesses • Small businesses add jobs more quickly after a recession• 86 percent of all exports and 96 percent of all imports in Utah were

from small businesses


n Fund small business resources – We support Governor Herbert’s budget recommendations to reinstate full funding for Utah’s Business Resource Centers ($300,000 one time) and Small Business Development Centers ($136,900 one time). These programs, along with the Women’s Business Center, have proven results in

facilitating the success of small business and strengthening the economy.

n Repeal of 1099 reporting requirement – The Salt Lake Chamber strongly urges our federal delegation to repeal this provision of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which burdens small business.

Utah Small Business Coalition: The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with 11 other community small business resource providers, formed the Utah Small Business Coalition. The USBC identifies all services currently offered to small business, evaluates efficiencies and seeks to provide new services. The USBC website, www.utahsmallbiz.com, has a comprehensive list of small business resources as well as an “Ask an Expert” feature that allows experts to answer questions submitted by business owners.

n Downtown Alliancen Governor’s Office of Economic Developmentn Miller Business Resource Centern National Association of Women’s Business Ownersn Salt Lake Chambern Salt Lake Chamber Women’s Business Center

n Salt Lake City Office of Economic Developmentn Small Business Development Centersn Utah Hispanic Chambern Utah’s Ownn Utah State Chamber of Commercen VestPocket

SMALL BUSINESSCouncil

m i S S i o n :

To engage business leaders in the most pressing public policy issues of the day.

2 0 1 0 C a P i t o l C l u B G u e S t S :

n February: LDS Presiding Bishop H. David Burton

n March: Lt. Governor Greg Bell and Greg Poulsen, Vice President, Intermountain Healthcare

n April: Senator Bob Bennett

n May: Governor Gary Herbert

n July: Joe Cannon, Editor, Deseret News

n August: Senator Orrin Hatch

n September: Charles Kuck, Immediate Past President of the American Immigration Lawyers Association

n October: Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon

C a P i t o l C l u B m e m B e R S H i P :

Neil Abercrombie, Utah State University

C. Lance Allen, Waste Management of Utah

Kevin N. Anderson, Esq., Fabian &

Clendenin

Clay Ashdown, Intermountain Healthcare

Russell Banz, Deseret Management

Corporation

Brock Beattie, Zions Management Services

Company

Mason Bishop, Salt Lake Community College

Christopher R. Bleak, Utah Association of

Public Charter Schools

Patrick Burt, Kipp & Christian

Brandon Burton, Bonneville International

Corporation

Aaron Call, G&A Partners

Jed Call, MediaOne

Maura Carabello, Exoro Group

Marty Carpenter, Salt Lake Chamber

T. Kent Cheeseman, L-3 Communications

Gary Coker, CB Richard Ellis

Sheryl Cox, America First Credit Union

Nicole Dunn, Salt Lake County

Scott Eastmond, Deseret Media Companies

Jake Goodliffe, Staker Parson Companies

Stephen Goodrich, Utah Dept. of Transportation

David Grauer, Intermountain Medical Center

Jeremy Hafen, Clyde Companies

Val Hale, Utah Valley University

Kay Hall, Zions Bank

Jeff Hartley, RIESTER Advertising &

Public Affairs

Lori Jackson, Strong & Hanni

Michael Johnson, FCS Community Management

Michael Kennedy, Office of Senator

Orrin G. Hatch

John G. Kimball, REAL Salt Lake / Rio

Tinto Stadium

Garrett Koerner, Ernst & Young

R. Chet Loftis, Loftis Law & Policy

Dean W. Luikart, Wells Fargo

Jason Mathis, Downtown Alliance

Ben McAdams, City of Salt Lake

Brad Mortensen, Weber State University

MK Mortensen, Grant Thornton

Andrea Packer, Utah Transit Authority

Jared Perry, University Hospital Foundation

Zach Pino, eBay

Tyler Ploeger, Tanner LC

Alan Rindlisbacher, Layton Construction

Company

Holly Robb, Rio Tinto - Kennecott Utah

Companies

Jennifer Seelig, 1-800-Contacts

Daniel Seelos, Salt Lake Chamber

Tim Sheehan, Salt Lake Community College

Paul O. Skeen, Hansen, Barnett & Maxwell

Matt Smith, LANDesk Software

Wesley G. Smith, Salt Lake Chamber

Steve Starks, Larry H. Miller Group

Greg Summerhays, Workers Compensation

Fund

Juliette Tennert, Governor’s Office of Planning

& Budget

Mike Todd, Deseret Morning News

Justin Toth, Ray Quinney & Nebeker

Alan Westenskow, Zions Bank

John Weston, Snell & Wilmer

Mike Winder, The Summit Group2011 Chair: Anne Marie Gunther, Director of Community and Government Affairs, APX Alarms

immediate Past Chair: Ted McAleer, Executive Director, Utah Science Technology and Research (USTAR) Initiative

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S a lt l a K e C H a m B e R 2 0 1 0 - 2 0 1 1 B o a R D o F G o v e R n o R S

Chair, Scott W. Parson, Staker Parson Companiesvice Chair, David R. Golden, Wells FargoBruce Bingham, Hamilton PartnersMark H. Bouchard, CB Richard EllisJake Boyer, The Boyer CompanyLori Chillingworth, Zions BankSpencer P. Eccles, Governor’s Office of Economic DevelopmentJerry Fenn, Qwest CommunicationsKent Gibson, Property Reserve, Inc.Gordy Haycock, Grant Thornton Patrick Holmes, Holmes Homes

Carol Hunter, Rocky Mountain PowerClark D. Ivory, Ivory HomesRon Jibson, Questar CorporationAndrea Moss, American ExpressBrett Okland, Okland Construction CompanyRay Pickup, Workers Compensation FundVasilios Priskos, InterNet PropertiesKelly Sanders, Rio Tinto - Kennecott Utah CompaniesVicki Varela, Vicki Varela Strategic CommunicationsBert R. Zimmerli, Intermountain Healthcare

Don Adams, Bear River Mutual Insurance Co.John Adams, Ray Quinney & NebekerAbby Albrecht, Granite Construction CompanyPres. Stan L. Albrecht, Utah State UniversityJeff Alexander, Alexander’s Print AdvantageChristina Alter, Goldman, Sachs & Co.Lisa Arnett, Prescott Muir ArchitectsD. J. Baxter, Redevelopment Agency of Salt LakeDeborah Bayle, United Way of Salt LakeScott Beck, Salt Lake Convention & Visitors BureauMayor Ralph Becker, City of Salt LakeCurtis Bennett, OC TannerBrian Bethers, 1-800-ContactsBruce Bingham, Hamilton PartnersDr. Janet Bingham, Huntsman Cancer FoundationPres. Cynthia Bioteau, Salt Lake Community CollegeMark H. Bouchard, CB Richard EllisJake Boyer, The Boyer CompanyTerry H. Buckner, The Buckner CompanyLonnie M. Bullard, Jacobsen Construction

Company Bishop H. David Burton, The Church of Jesus Christ of

Latter-day SaintsKeith M. Buswell, Wadman CorporationSheila Camarella, Key Bank of UtahDale Campbell, R & O Construction Jennifer B. Cannaday, Regence BlueCross BlueShield

of UtahRichard W. Casey, HowreyMark Chamberlain, UPSLori Chillingworth, Zions BankSam W. Clark Jr., Dale Barton AgencyWilford Clyde, Clyde CompaniesBill Comeau, Rocky Mountain PowerDean Cottle, Morgan Stanley Smith BarneyMayor Peter M. Corroon, Salt Lake CountyTracy Crowell, Crowell Advertising, Marketing & PRJohn Dahlstrom, Wasatch Commercial ManagementMichael Dale, New Media StrategistsBob Dalley, Deseret PowerRay J. Dardano, UBS Bank USAIngolf de Jong, General CommunicationsJim Divver, Zions BankAlex Dunn, APX AlarmSpencer P. Eccles, Governor’s Office of Economic

DevelopmentJeff Edwards, Economic Development Corporation

of UtahClint W. Ensign, The Sinclair CompaniesDavid Entwistle, University of Utah Hospitals

and ClinicsRaymond J. Etcheverry, Parsons Behle & Latimer

Chip Everest, EnergySolutionsJerry Fenn, Qwest CommunicationsChris Gamvroulas, Ivory HomesBryson Garbett, Garbett HomesChristian Gardner, The Gardner CompanyLuke Garrott, Salt Lake City CouncilKent Gibson, Property Reserve, Inc.David R. Golden, Wells FargoLisa Gough, Sysco IntermountainTom Guinney, GastronomyBill Haberstock, Million AirJonathan Hafen, Parr Brown Gee & LovelessJohn Hanshaw, MountainStar - HCA Mountain DivisionRon Hansen, AC-FPSDan Harbeke, Union Pacific RailroadGordy Haycock, Grant ThorntonPres. Matthew Holland , Utah Valley UniversityPatrick Holmes, Holmes HomesTom N. Hori, RedconCurt Howell, HumanaKirk Huffaker, Utah Heritage FoundationCarol Hunter, Rocky Mountain PowerScott Hymas, R.C. Willey Home FurnishingsJohn M. Inglish, Utah Transit AuthorityClark D. Ivory, Ivory HomesGraden P. Jackson, Strong & HanniRon Jibson, Questar CorporationJonathan Johnson, Overstock.comRichard H. Johnson II, Stoel RivesPatricia Jones, Dan Jones & AssociatesDebbie Kotter Barkley, NordstromSteve Kroes, Utah FoundationPeggy Lander, Richter7Jennifer Lange, GE Healthcare SurgeryCharlie Lansche, Fidelity InvestmentsPaul Liljenquist, Focus ServicesRichard Linder, Coherex MedicalDaniel C. Lofgren, Cowboy PartnersBrent Low, MediaOneSteve Lundgren, Marriott HotelsAl Manbeian, GPS Corporate Foreign ExchangeBill Manning, REAL Salt Lake / Rio Tinto StadiumMolly Mazzolini, Infinite Scale Design GroupRich McKeown, Leavitt PartnersPres. Ann Millner, Weber State UniversityMike Moffit, Gold Cross ServicesAndrea Moss, American ExpressScott Murray, eBayRichard R. Nelson, Utah Technology CouncilSterling W. Nielsen, Mountain America Credit

Union CorporateBrett Okland, Okland Construction Company

Troy Olson, Les Olson CompanyScott W. Parson, Staker Parson CompaniesSteve Petersen, Petersen IncorporatedRay Pickup, Workers Compensation FundKevin R. Pinegar, Durham Jones & PinegarGary B. Porter, The Church of Jesus Christ of

Latter-day SaintsVasilios Priskos, InterNet PropertiesGreg Randall, KPMGDr. Taylor Randall, David Eccles School of BusinessJohn R.E. Redd, Edward JonesChris Redgrave, Zions BankGavin M. Reese, Holland & HartJill Remington Love, Salt Lake City CouncilPatricia Richards, SelectHealthRandy Rigby, Utah JazzRhett Roberts, Redmond MineralsRobin Rockwood, Federal Reserve Bank of San

Francisco / Salt Lake City BranchKelly Sanders, Rio Tinto - Kennecott Utah CompaniesClint Sanderson, CrexendoDon Schulthies, WalmartRandy Shumway, Cicero GroupJerry Stevenson, J & J Nursery and Garden CenterJoe Tomon, Procter & GamblePaul Torres, Manuel’s Fine FoodsSteven E. Tyler, Holland & HartPaul Van Slooten, Pepsi Bottling GroupVicki Varela, Vicki Varela Strategic

CommunicationsKip Wadsworth, Ralph L. Wadsworth ConstructionJohn Ward, HarmonsGlen Watkins, Jones Waldo Holbrook &

McDonoughMichael Weinholtz, CHG Healthcare ServicesGrant Whitaker, Utah Housing CorporationW. Don Whyte, Kennecott LandNathan Wickizer, Cache Valley Electric CompanyJody L. Williams, Holme Roberts & OwenSuperintendent McKell Withers, Salt Lake City

School DistrictAndrea P. Wolcott Todd Wolfenbarger, The Summit GroupRick Woodbury, Woodbury CorporationPres. Michael K. young, University of UtahBert R. Zimmerli, Intermountain Healthcare

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