Election Day
Date and Time
Tuesday Nov 8, 2016
6:30 AM - 7:30 PM EST
Polls are open 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location
Description
It’s so important for everyone – especially business people – to cast their ballot, during early voting or on Nov. 8.
If you’re an Orange County voter:
The Chamber has endorsed both bond referendums on Orange County ballots:
- $120 million for capital needs Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools and Orange County Schools
- $5 million for affordable housing.
If you’re a Durham County voter:
Learn more about the bond referendum supporting $20 million in construction at Chamber Major Investor Durham Tech Community College. Funding will support, among other priorities, a 20,000 to 30,000 square foot expansion of a campus building to provide additional space for Automotive Systems and Construction trades as well as relocate classrooms and labs for Industrial systems, Architectural Technology and other industrial and engineering technology programs. Learn more at durhamtech.edu/vote.htm.
If you’re a Wake County voter:
The Regional Transportation Alliance (RTA) – of which our chamber is a founding member – is urging all Wake County citizens to vote for the Wake Transit Referendum. Learn more at letsgetmoving.org/WakeTransit and support the Moving Wake County Forward Campaign at movingwakeforward.com.
Voting Resources:
- Important dates
- Check your voter registration and download your sample ballot
- Find your polling place
Programs and Networks
Critical Issues Series
Quarterly Policy Forums
Critical Issues
This series of quarterly forums connects Chamber members with influential guest speakers who address timely topics for Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro and share critical insights related to the economy; economic, workforce, and community development; local elections; and policy and legislative matters that matter to the local business community.
Chapel Hill Young Professionals
Under 40 Monthly Networking
CHYP
CHYP pronounced "chip" is a group of fun professionals under 40 that meets the first Tuesday of each month for networking, professional development and community service.
Women's Networking
Quarterly Socials & Luncheons
Women's Events
Our Chamber's strong group of professional women gather quarterly for networking and learning opportunities. Sponsored by The Women of State Farm.
Ribbon Cuttings
Celebrations of New Business Openings, Anniversaries, and Milestones.
Ribbon Cuttings
Celebrations and acknowledgement of special milestones for new and existing Chamber member businesses.
Annual Signature Events
Friday, February 3, 2023
Come celebrate the successes of our business community from 2022 and get a preview of the exciting developments for 2023. This annual gathering of business and community leaders is a wonderful way to connect and get inspired for the future.