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1. The rationale currently used allows virtually every worker who applies to be ultimately eligible for benefits, regardless of the reason for losing employment.

   In Affiliated Chambers of Commerce of Greater Springfield support modest, incremental increase in Massachusetts' minimum wage

2. We had a system that was working, and now we're going into a different system and we're not sure it's going to work or not.

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3. There were seven or eight new entrants.

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4. We wanted to be sure we thoroughly understood the issues and understood how to capitalize on the positive impact an $800 million investment would have on the city and the region and minimize any potential drawbacks, In the end, we determined that the benefits of the opportunity far outweighed any reservations.

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5. That would really add a lot of value to our real-estate market.

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6. They are a freight -moving company.

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7. Many of our members join the chamber because it's a solid organization more than 100 years old.

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8. The lists also show diversity. We have manufacturers, software developers, retailers, restaurants.

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9. I believe this program is a great showcase of our region and truly shows the diversity of our employment base, our businesses, which is our strength.

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10. Once that happens, we will have hotline numbers, e-mail addresses, and better explanations of programs available to residents and businesses.

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