In attendance were members from both Chamber's Board of Directors, the Chairmen of the Board, the CEO's for the Chamber and Chamber staff. Senator Tom Schedler, State Representative Michael G. Strain and St. Tammany Parish President Kevin Davis and his wife were also in attendance. Senator Schedler and Parish President Kevin Davis both addressed the gathering and stressed the importance of joint relations between both sides of the parish. Other issues including education, transportation and economic development were discussed. Both sides agreed that they will meet again in the future and they plan to open the reception to other community leaders and representatives.
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The Greater Slidell Area Chamber of Commerce, serving the business community since 1962, provides educational programs, networking and marketing opportunities, legislative representation on business issues, and the opportunity for business to give back to the community through many service projects organized by the Chamber. Leadership Slidell Begins 12th Year continued from front page community affairs. The program is directed by a Board of Trustees of community leaders with assistance of the Chamber staff. The purpose is to provide a forum for and increase the awareness of potential leaders by giving them an intense course which encompasses a broad scope of community concerns. The class was selected from nominations submitted from throughout the region.