Four officials who represent Melissa residents in Washington, Austin and McKinney are on the program for the Melissa Chamber of Commerce's October legislative update, set for the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 27.
The chamber lists U.S. Rep. Keith Self, state Rep. Jeff Leach, Collin County Judge Chris Hill and Collin County Tax Assessor-Collector Scott Grigg as speakers. The event runs from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at the Crossland building, the red building at 1904 Cooper St., with doors opening at 7:45 a.m. for breakfast.
According to the chamber's listing, the morning is meant to let business owners and residents hear directly from county, state and federal officials about the decisions and issues shaping the county and the district. Registration is through the chamber's online calendar; the listing does not give a ticket price. Community Waste Disposal is listed as the presenting sponsor.
The breakfast falls during early voting, which opens Oct. 19 and closes Oct. 30 ahead of Election Day on Nov. 3. Residents who are not yet registered have until Monday, Oct. 5, to sign up.
More on the chamber calendar
The chamber has several other events later this fall. Its BOO! No Tricks Just Screaming Treats event for children with special needs is Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the courtyard of the chamber office at 1710 Cooper St., Suite 200, with candy, sensory toys and food at no charge to families. Sponsors can register to host a table.
The fifth annual Heart of Melissa Fall Fest and a Jeep showcase follow on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. behind Kenny Deel Stadium at Melissa High School, 3030 Milrany Lane. Admission is free; Jeep entries are $20, with prizes in several categories near the end of the show.
