All About Shop Rome First!
BACKGROUND A Zogby International poll in 2001 convinced the Chamber's Retail Promotion Committee to develop an aggressive "Shop Rome First" campaign. The regional holiday promotion, supported by local business and sponsors, includes thousands of dollars' worth of contest prizes, a themed Treasure Hunt, and discounts during November and December. Spending at Rome retailers helps to preserve and grow Rome jobs. Employees of Rome retailers who live and shop in Rome add to the economic stability of Rome. Sales tax receipts collected by businesses are used to fund the local government, and that, in turn, lessens the likelihood of property tax increases. Shopping in Rome first for products and services before considering any other sources is important because, when practiced, we encourage job growth, generate sales tax revenue, and build our tax base. A vibrant, healthy business community is also necessary to fund the increasing costs of public education. Thanks in part to the Shop Rome First campaign, December sales tax revenue in Rome has increased steadily. RETAIL COMMITTEE MEMBERS The Chamber's volunteer committee works year-round to organize ways to bring more shoppers into Rome stores: Committee chair Peter Capponi (The Jewel Box), and committee members Laurie Fusco (Ridge Street Depot), Jim DiBella (DiBella's), Linda Carlson (Rome Sentinel), and Roberta Cavano (The Printed Word). |
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The Rome Area Chamber of Commerce announces the 10th Annual... “Shop Rome First” Holiday |
