CIRCLE Events

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CIRCLE LogoThe Central Illinois Regional Chamber Legislative Effort (CIRCLE) has two upcoming events for chamber members. 

On Monday, April 29th, you and your guests are invited to join the Canton, East Peoria, Chillicothe, Morton, Pekin, Peoria, Peoria Heights, and Washington Chambers for our annual CIRCLE Legislative Reception.

This event gives the Central Illinois business community an opportunity to talk directly with area legislators about issues that impact their companies.  Enjoy appetizers and a cash bar while visiting with legislators and identifying other business people with common interests.  You can download a registration for more information.  
 
On May 9th CIRCLE is going to Springfield.  You can join representatives from 16 chambers of commerce to learn about and advocate for a common agenda with the Illinois General Assembly. There is power in numbers! 
 
We will arrange meetings with legislators and key committee staff members that relate to each of our issues (Public Pension Reform, Minimum Wage, Timely Payment of Bills, and Workers Compensation Reform). You will play an active role in the discussions with the policy makers so sign up today!  Download more information and a registration form here.

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