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Greater Bowie Chamber requests $25,000 from Bowie for veteran‑business directory and 'Shop Local Bowie'; council asks for more detail
Summary
The Greater Bowie Chamber of Commerce requested $25,000 from the city to create a veteran‑owned business directory and a Shop Local Bowie marketing program; council members and staff asked for a more detailed implementation plan, KPIs, budget breakdown and matching commitments before any appropriation.
Representatives of the Greater Bowie Chamber of Commerce asked the City of Bowie for a $25,000 grant to fund two initiatives: creation of a searchable local directory of veteran‑owned businesses and an implementation of a “Shop Local Bowie” marketing campaign and small‑business cohort support.
Michael White (St. John Properties and vice president of the chamber) and Patricia “Trish” Watson (associate director and CEO‑advocate for the chamber’s management team) described plans to rebuild the chamber’s online presence, create a local business directory that highlights veteran‑,…
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