Chamber CEO: State budget gaps and “leadership deficit” threaten local businesses

The Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce is warning of a dual threat to local Idaho Falls business leaders, citing a looming state budget deficit and a nationwide "leadership deficit."

During a recent networking event, Chamber CEO Paul Baker described the current fiscal environment as a "critical moment" for Eastern Idaho. He warned that despite the region being called the best-performing small cities in the country, legislative decisions in Boise are creating a "trickle-down" effect that will soon hit local taxpayers.