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Gubernatorial debate tickets now sold out
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Posted on Oct 24 2005
There are no more seats available for people who want to attend the Saipan Chamber of Commerce’s gubernatorial election debate on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at Saipan World Resort Diamond Hall, as all tickets have been sold out.
“We now have sold them [tickets] all. There are no more tickets available, and people will not be able to buy tickets at the door,” said Chamber executive director Christine Parke.
For those who want to see the debate, she said that MCV will tape the event and will show it on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Everyone who will be attending should note that doors open at 5:30pm and close promptly at 7pm, when the debate starts. No one will be allowed into the hall after 7pm, so that candidates are not distracted by latecomers.
Cost of tickets is $15 for adults and $7 for students with proof of student status. Children accompanying adults must have a ticket. Tickets at the door, for adults or students, will be $20. Tickets can be purchased at the Saipan Chamber of Commerce office located in the Family Building on Garapan Street in Garapan. Telephone number is 233-7150. Office hours are 8am to noon, and 1pm to 5pm.
The Saipan Chamber of Commerce said that all gubernatorial candidates have confirmed that they will participate in the debate. The Chamber sponsors these election debates to allow the public a chance to hear the candidates speak and answer questions about what they would do if elected.
“Voters must have as much information as possible to make these important decisions,” the Chamber said in a statement.
The election debates also are a fundraiser for some of the Chamber’s community activities. Specifically, proceeds from the night’s debate will help fund the Saipan Chamber of Commerce Education Scholarship Fund. In 2005, the Chamber awarded $2500 scholarships to five deserving high school students who are now in college. The proceeds will also fund the Armed Forces Committee’s activities to welcome visiting military personnel to Saipan. (PR)
