I thought I would use this space in the August Newsletter to remind folks of something of tremendous significance which happened ten  years ago this month. That’s right, it has now been ten years and those who were a part of it have had their efforts and vision validated many times over. You might now be asking yourself just what happened ten years ago that was so important. Ten years ago this month, the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors unanimously endorsed Liquor by the Drink. For those not familiar with this initiative, it may seem like an obvious step forward. For those who were not here at the time, let me tell you it was anything but obvious nor was it an easy thing to accomplish. Due to the hard work and vision of a business-minded group of individuals, volunteers canvassed the community to secure enough valid signatures to get the initiative on the ballot in November of 2000.