Re: Wages, small businesses, etc.

[JJSwanberg@aol.com]

In a message dated 1/13/2000 2:54:44 PM Pacific Standard Time, adams@pcei.org 
writes:

>  There
>  are plenty of classes, books, etc. available to give advice on running a
>  small business which I'm sure many of the businesses people around town
>  have investigated.  Small businesses have something unique to offer a
>  community, something that large chain stores don't.  Among those benefits
>  are commitment to the community, and a greater economic multiplier.  It's
>  up to us to value their contributions and make our purchasing decisions
>  based on our values.

What forums are available locally for small business owners to share their 
experiences, advice, resources etc?  Has a list of business resources ever 
been compiled for the local area?  Are there established small businesses 
locally that would be open at this time to mentoring and sharing expertise 
with small business owners?  With prospective business owners?  What about a 
class in the community or through the UI Enrichment program, where community 
members teach.  Are there classes available in the near future that might 
meet these kinds of needs?

How can we as a community show our small business owners that we appreciate 
them?  A "Buy Moscow" campaign? Of course, patronage would be top on that 
list.  

Cheers,
Jennifer