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PROCLAMATION HONORING PENNY CHANDLER ON HER RETIREMENT FROM THE INDIAN RIVER COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WHEREAS, Penny Chandler has served as President of the Indian River County Chamber of Commerce for 23 years; and WHEREAS, Penny is known as a convener, collaborator and consensus builder, leading the way to strengthen the county's economic development and tourism programs for the benefit of all residents while keeping Chamber members informed on current issues; and WHEREAS, under Penny's leadership, the Chamber was named the 1999 "Florida Chamber of The Year" and in 2008, recognized with 4 -Star Accreditation, placing the organization in the top 3% of all (nearly 7,000) Chambers in the U.S.; and WHEREAS, Penny was named the 2010 "Florida Chamber Professional of the Year" by the Florida Association of Chamber Professionals; and WHEREAS, Penny was instrumental in recruitment of the CVS distribution center, the retention of Piper Aircraft in Vero Beach, and establishing the Leadership Indian River County program; and WHEREAS, Penny created partnerships with many regional and state organizations and developed credible partnerships with governments at all levels; and WHEREAS, Penny coordinated local efforts to raise over $1.5 million to build a new Chamber facility — the first place many visit when arriving in Vero Beach and Indian River County; and WHEREAS, Penny has served on numerous community boards and committees, all for the betterment of Indian River County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that the Board honors Penny Chandler and her tireless work as President of the Indian River County Chamber of Commerce, and expresses its appreciation for her 23 years of service. Adopted this 3rd day of April, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA Peter D. O'Bryan, Chairman Bob Solari, Vice Chairman Susan Adams Joseph E. Flescher Tim Zorc 1