Game On for Sports Betting!
The Greater Atlantic City Chamber has long been supportive of sports betting in Atlantic City. On September 26, 2011, President Joe Kelly testified in favor of sports betting before the State Senate. He stated, “We believe that legalized sports betting can be an exceptionally valuable tool in helping the casino industry in Atlantic City reinvigorate […]
Chamber Opposes Offshore Drilling
The Greater Atlantic City Chamber, along with other business and environmental organizations, has consistently opposed any kind of offshore oil exploration.  As a region that relies heavily on the condition of its beaches and waterways for its lifeblood as a tourism destination and where many commercial and recreational member businesses derive their economic livelihood, we can […]
“Quick Draw”. . .lottery or gaming?
In July of 2017 (NJ Lottery Press Release), New Jersey Lottery launched a keno-style game to be placed in hundreds of locations across the state. The game, Quick Draw, is made available to bars, restaurants, bowling alleys, and other public spaces where people gather for extended periods of time to socialize. A single play can […]
Assembly Candidate Vince Sera Guest Speaker at Chamber Meeting
Last week, Assembly Candidate Vince Sera was the guest speaker at the Advocacy Committee Chamber meeting. He talked about his prior experience as a legislative aide and his current role as a Brigantine council person. Sera also discussed the key issues facing our area and responded to questions from committee members.
Chamber & Members Continue to Oppose Expanded Gaming
While the “No North Jersey Casinos Coalition” proved successful back in November, there continues to be discussion on expanded gaming, particularly in North Jersey. On Monday, 8/7/17, The Greater Atlantic City Chamber was asked to sign a formal letter opposing expanded gaming by Deb DiLorenzo, of “No North Jersey Casinos Coalition” and The Chamber of […]
What is S2872? Learn How AC Chamber is Working For You
The Chamber’s Economic Development Committee has begun an effort to help grow and diversify the area economy. As part of that effort, the Chamber proposed expansion of an existing tax incentive program to benefit Atlantic City and Atlantic County. Â State Senate Bill S2872 was introduced in January 2017 and expands the NJEDA administered Grow […]
Slate of Officers June 1, 2017 – May 31, 2018
Charlie Wimberg, Chair Mitch Zitomer, Immediate Past Chair Paul Gallagher, Chairman Business Advocacy Committee John Heinz, Co-Chairman Communications Committee Justin Tinel, Co-Chairman Communications Committee Ken Calemmo, Co-Chairman Economic Development Committee David Goddard, Co-Chairman Economic Development Committee Julie Dods, Co-Chairwoman Membership Events Committee Janice Johnston, Co-Chairwoman Membership Events Committee Jeff Dolan, Co-Chairman Membership Retention and Development […]
Chamber Pulls Off Another Impressive Airshow
The Greater Atlantic City Chamber left Atlantic County locals and visitors fascinated with its thirteenth annual airshow. Â The 2015 Atlantic City Airshow presented by GEICO was a massive success and pulled in about 400,000 visitors to support local vendors and businesses. On behalf of the Greater Atlantic City Chamber and all those who work in […]
Chamber Voices Opposition to Expanding Gaming in New Jersey
The following statement was issued to the media and public officials on behalf of the Chamber and its Business Advocacy committee… [tabbed_content title=”Position Statement+TITLE+Chamber Analysis Highlights” type=”tabs-style-2″ targets=””]Atlantic County business leaders today reiterated their longstanding opposition to the expansion of gaming outside Atlantic City, noting that it is bad public policy to attempt to reallocate […]
SURVEY: Atlantic County Action Now
Change is coming to Atlantic County. Atlantic County, in cooperation with The Atlantic County Improvement Authority, is partnering with AngelouEconomics to develop an economic action plan – a road map to an enhanced business environment and stronger tax base. Together, they will identify the unique assets of the county and begin to leverage those assets […]