Eastern Idaho Home Builders Association in conjunction with the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce is pleased to provide a "facts & figures" perspective on growth in our community at a luncheon on Thursday, December 10th from 12-1:30 at the Red Lion in Idaho Falls.  Dr. Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D., will present amazing facts and answer questions about the economic benefits of home building in the Greater Idaho Falls Area. 

• What is the economic impact of single family home construction?
• What is the total impact and ongoing impact?
• What are the costs vs. benefits?
• How long does it take before new construction pays for itself?
• How many jobs does new construction create?
• What revenues does home building create?

Dr. Elliot Eisenberg is the Senior Economist of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) in Washington, D.C. He holds a Bachelors of Arts degree in economics with First Class Honors from McGill University as well as a Master of Public Administration degree and Ph.D. in Public Administration from Syracuse University.

He is the creator of the multifamily stock index and is the author of more than 50 homebuilding industry articles. Dr. Eisenberg is frequently seen on televsion and heard on radio, and his research and opinions have been featured in Business Week, Forbes, Fortune, most national and local newspapers, and in many other publications.

Portneuf Greenway Foundation to present at Pocatello Chamber Luncheon

Greater Pocatello Chamber of Commerce members will meet on Friday, May 1, 2009 for the monthly General Membership Meeting. Trade Tables open at 11:30 a.m. Lunch and the meeting begin at Noon at the Red Lion Hotel - Pocatello. R.S.V.P. to the Chamber office at 233-1525 or amiles@pocatelloidaho.com.

The program will feature the Portneuf Greenway Foundation. Since the inception of the Portneuf Greenway in 1992, the board has strived to complete a trail that will benefit the health and economic well being of the people living in Pocatello and Bannock County. Through additional funding we hope to connect the small pieces of trail into one continuous system from the Simplot Don Plant to the Portneuf Gap. This trail will be available to walkers, riders, and runners.

Many people wishing to change locations look at locations with outdoor recreational opportunities. We already have great mountain bike trails, skiing locations, fishing places and beautiful natural scenic areas. With the completion of the Portneuf Greenway, Pocatello will continue to attract the type of people who enjoy these amenities.

The luncheon is sponsored by Bangs Office Products.

Idaho Falls Chamber Business After Hours at the Home Emporium

This looks like a fun event for Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce members!

Thursday, March 19
5 pm - 7 pm
1568 N 25th E (Hitt Rd)
Trellis Square (South of the Lincoln Round-about)

The Home Emporium is a permanent home and garden showroom with a no-pressure setting and unmanned booths that allow you to browse at your leisure. When you're finished, our staff will put you in touch with the companies you're interested in--and your improvement, design or building project can begin. Catered by: The Cellar (YUM!) Music By: Kevin Young

For information on space available in Trellis Square, contact Randy Waters or Steven Frei at 208.525.8088

Community News: Simplot Games Track & Field Event in Pocatello, Idaho

Pocatello is welcoming over 1800 athletes, coaches, parents and fans to the Annual Simplot Games this weekend! Simplot Games is the nation's premier indoor track and field event for high school athletes. Located in Holt Arena on the campus of Idaho State University , the Games' unique 200 meter banked-board track is one of the fastest in the nation. Records are broken each year at this one-of-a-kind indoor facility.

Join the Pocatello Chamber the following events:

Thursday
"Let the Games Begin” Ribbon Cutting at Holt Arena
4:45 pm on Main Track with cake and refreshments from Costco

Friday
Breakfast with Fosbury and Friends, hosted by Olympian Dick Fosbury
Special Guest: Olympian Triple-jump legend Willie Banks, “Success is just a hop, skip, and jump away"
Red Lion Hotel at 7:30 am, Tickets are $20, Call 235-5604

Saturday
Simplot Games Ceremonies at 11:20 am at Holt Arena
Visit www.simplotgames.com for updated schedules and information!

Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cuttings

Monday, January 5, 2009
Lincoln Court & American Cancer Society
1:30 pm
850 Lincoln Drive, Idaho Falls

Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Teton Toyota
11 am
2252 W Sunnyside Rd, Idaho Falls