WHERE DID ALL THE BUSINESSES GO?

Rising Sun, Indiana, November 1, 2005 — The Rising Sun - Ohio County Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a a Public Forum on Current Business Issues in Rising Sun. “Where did all the Businesses Go?” is a open forum for Public Officials, Business Persons, and the General Public to attend and express their views on the current business issues facing Rising Sun and Ohio County.

The forum will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2005 at 6:30 p.m. at Rising Sun City Hall on North Walnut Street. The event will take place in the City Council Chambers on the Lower Floor

Please join the Chamber for an open discussion of the current issues facing businesses in our community. We will talk about the recent loss of businesses, the efforts of local economic development officials, and what is on the horizon for Rising Sun and Ohio County. There will be a panel of people available to address your questions and concerns. Please come prepared to be involved in an open-minded give-and-take public meeting.

You may submit any specific questions or comments in writing in advance to the Chamber. We will also distribute index cards at the forum for you to complete. Please remember that this is a public forum and questions should be limited to the subject matter. Debate may be limited by the moderator in an effort to give all interested parties an opportunity to speak. Personal attacks will not be tolerated.

For additional information, Contact: Chamber President, Lane Siekman at (812) 438-4072 or info@risingsunchamber.com