Put your business on the map
Every other year, we partner with Community Matters, Inc. in the development, printing and distribution of the Grapevine Detailed Street Map. Up to 30,000 high quality copies are distributed, as well as an interactive digital map available on our website.
TOOLKIT
The Grapevine Chamber of Commerce is not a PAC (Political Action Committee), but the organization uses its relationship with local, regional, state and national elected officials to inform the business investors on issues that impact their operations and bottom line daily.
Working with other area leaders and organizations, the goal for the staff and Board of the Grapevine Chamber is to provide relevant updates and notifications on current legislation or actions of our elected officials so that our businesses can let their voices be heard as a part of the process, rather than mere observers.
The Grapevine Chamber will continue to provide alerts and notifications on legislative issues from other organizations such as the Texas Association of Business. While their positions may not be that of all of our local businesses, the alert allows each business to form their own opinion and to express those opinions to our State leaders.
We encourage all businesses to stay informed and involved in the process of government by visiting our Legislative Action Center or contacting your Government Representatives.
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Certificate of Origin
Area companies come to the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce to verify Certificates of Origin. These companies are shipping products overseas and need this verification, which can only be obtained from a Chamber of Commerce.
The United States has numerous trade agreements with many foreign countries, and under the terms of many of these agreements, American products receive lower tariff rates. The foreign customs office verifies product qualifications for these preferential duty rates by accompanying Certificates of Origin. Also, some countries have banned certain products from countries that have been caught dumping. The Certificate of Origin helps prove that the product is allowed into that particular country.
Overview
Origin Document info:
Chamber Members – $10 per stamp, $300 bulk rate
Non-Members – $25 per stamp, $600 bulk rate
Certificate of Origin Information and Instructions (for bringing documents to Chamber)
Affidavit of Origin and Indemnity Agreement
(for bringing documents to Chamber)
NAFTA Certificate of Origin Template
- The staff of the Grapevine Chamber of Commerce has the authority and right to deny the request to sign documents if they are not complete.
- Any questions on this process can be directed to the Chamber staff at (817) 481-1522
Online Certificates of Origin
Note: Bulk Permit Certificates of Origin do not apply when going through essCert.
essCert, the efficient way to process Certificates of Origin, saves you time and money.
Benefits of essCert for Exporters Mailing or sending couriers to get your Certificates of Origin stamped is both inefficient and costly.
That is why we have adopted the next generation essCert technology as an option to process your Certificates of Origin. With essCert, Exporters and Freight Forwarders now have a seamless and streamlined electronic solution providing real value in cost savings and efficiency gains. Eliminate your paper-based processing of Certificates and start saving time and money today! With essCert you will:
- Eliminate courier costs
- Reduce administration costs
- Reduce errors
- Improve turnaround time
- Receive prompt notification of acceptance or rejection
- Download the essCert User Guide
View more information about essCert
Cost for essCert:
$15 for CURRENT members of the Grapevine Chamber
$45 for Non-Members
There is no Bulk Rate for the essCert Service
LEGISLATIVE ACTION CENTER
The Grapevine Chamber of Commerce is not a PAC (Political Action Committee), but the organization uses its relationship with local, regional, state and national elected officials to inform the business investors on issues that impact their operations and bottom line daily.
Working with other area leaders and organizations, the goal for the staff
and Board of the Grapevine Chamber is to provide relevant updates and
notifications on current legislation or actions of our elected officials so that our businesses can let their voices be heard as a part of the process, rather than mere observers.
Below are resources to help you follow all the action at the State Capitol this session.
Texas Legislature Online
88th Legislature Second
Called Session
Texas Senate Online
News, Information and Events of the 88th Legislative Session
E-mail notification
Bill Flowchart
Texas Legislative Information
and Resources
Government Representatives
Greg Abbott
P.O. Box 12428
Austin, TX 78711
State Capital Bldg.
1100 Congress, Room 2S.1
Austin, TX 78701
Gary Fickes
645 Grapevine Hwy
Ste. 6
Hurst, TX 76054
Giovanni Capriglione
1100 Bear Creek Pkwy
Keller, TX 76248
District 98
History of Grapevine
Grapevine is the oldest settlement in Tarrant County, originating under the Lone Star flag in 1844, a year before Texas became a part of the United States.
In October, 1844, General Sam Houston and fellow Republic of Texas Commissioners camped at Tah-Wah-Karro Creek, also known as Grape Vine Springs, to meet with leaders of ten Indian nations. This historic meeting culminated in the signing of a treaty of “peace, friendship and commerce,” which opened the area for settlement by homesteaders and pioneers. The settlement was named Grapevine because of its location on the Grape Vine Prairie near Grape Vine Springs, both of which were named for the tart, wild Mustang grapes that blanketed the area.
“Millions of stories are gone forever, but it is not too late to capture what remains…” Mayor William D. Tate, February 11, 2002
Following the signing of the treaty, settlement began in the area that would become the city of Grapevine. Growth during the 19th century was modest but steady. By 1890, the town had about 800 residents, along with amenities more common in larger cities such as a newspaper, a public school, several cotton gins, a post office and a railroad depot. Steady growth continued early in the 20th century and, on January 12, 1914, after the area had been known by several other names, the post office changed the town name to the one-word title Grapevine.
Today, the City of Grapevine remains deeply committed to the preservation and faithful stewardship of its historic resources. The city even established a non-profit organization devoted to historic preservation advocacy called the Grapevine Heritage Foundation. This membership organization provides historic preservation advocacy, education and outreach to thousands of school children and visitors who explore the city each year.
The spirit of Grapevine is alive and well thanks to the volunteer efforts of our community including the Grapevine Heritage Foundation and other local organizations. Two annual major downtown festivals — Main Street Days and GrapeFest provide funding for revitalization and new projects which preserve and celebrate the rich history of Grapevine for generations to come.