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March 12, 2010
Barclays Center at Atlantic Yards Breaks Ground
The City celebrates the contribution of this project to the borough's economic engine. ...

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March 09, 2010
Top Designers Chosen to Exhibit at BKLYN DESIGNS™
Designers selected by esteemed jury panel for 3-day exhibition. ...

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March 02, 2010
Deadline Extended for Building Brooklyn Awards™
Mar. 12 deadline for boro's biggest architectural and economic development competition. ...

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March 01, 2010
Survey Finds Obstacles, Yet Biz Plan to Hire
Boro's biz community optimistic, but concerns about their own shops linger. ...

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February 26, 2010
Brooklyn Bridge Park Development Corporation RFP
BBPDC is seeking proposals from operators for Pier 1 food concessions expected to open this summer. ...

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February 18, 2010
NYC Council Speaker Quinn's 2010 Address
Christine Quinn's State of the City address focused on job creation and economic growth. ...

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February 18, 2010
NYS Taxpayers Are Urged to Get PAID Up and Save
The deadline for the Penalty and Interest Discount (PAID) program is Mar. 31. ...

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February 08, 2010
Chamber Prez Supports "Hire Now Tax Cut" Proposal
Carl Hum joined Sen. Schumer to rally support for his bipartisan jobs proposal for small biz. ...

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February 04, 2010
NYCEDC Issues RFP for Vacant Sunset Park Site
Proposals for predominately industrial uses should be submitted by Feb. 19. ...

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February 04, 2010
2010 State of the Borough Address
Borough President Markowitz's address can be viewed on demand at BIT. ...

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January 26, 2010
Chamber Gears Up for 10th Building Brooklyn Awards
Accepting nominations for new and renovated projects from across borough. ...

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January 20, 2010
Mayor Delivers 2010 State of the City Address
Mayor Bloomberg outlines his recovery strategy for the city. ...

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January 15, 2010
Haiti Earthquake Relief
Learn how you can assist the survivors and families of this disaster. ...

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January 06, 2010
2010 State of the State Address
The Governor announced a new program to replace Empire Zones during his speech. ...

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December 24, 2009
Chamber Prez on New BCAT TV Show
Carl Hum to be featured on premiere episode of new public affairs show, Intersect, on Jan. 4. ...

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December 18, 2009
Chamber Releases 2009 Member Issues Survey
Members are encouraged to take the survey and make their voices heard! ...

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December 16, 2009
Penalty Relief to Expire for City’s Biz on Dec. 21
The City is urging businesses to pay fines and save big. ...

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December 11, 2009
Pfizer Provides Meds Help for Newly Unemployed
Pfizer MAINTAIN helps eligible people without Rx coverage for up to one year. ...

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December 11, 2009
EDC Seeks Developers for IBZ Properties
Seven vacant industrial sites in East New York are slated for expedited development. ...

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December 02, 2009
NYS Ranks 48th for Biz-Friendliness
Results of SBE Council’s 2009 Index reflects sentiment of many local businesses. ...

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November 25, 2009
Chamber Joins Boro Prez at 'Shop Brooklyn' Launch
Participating businesses to offer special discounts Nov. 27 through Dec. 25. ...

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November 17, 2009
Biz Coalition Unites Against Paid Sick Time Bill
5 Boro Alliance, small business, non-profits detail ”unhealthy” impact of City Council bill. ...

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November 16, 2009
Chamber Offers Dental/Vision Plans for HealthWorks
Brooklyn HealthWorks member businesses now enjoy expanded benefits. ...

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November 12, 2009
In Conversation With...
Martin Gringer, Esq., Labor and Employment law with Franklin, Gringer & Cohen, PC. ...

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November 03, 2009
Chamber Rallies Members Against Paid Sick Leave
Members are encouraged to join the Chamber's efforts on this critical issue. ...

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November 02, 2009
New Hire Labor Rules for Business
As of Oct. 26, employers are required to inform new workers of their rate of pay in writing. ...

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