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This is L.A.'s infrastructure moment. That's why we're rebuilding our port and airport, and...we're expanding Metro's reach in the San Fernando Valley."
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Mayor Eric Garcetti on the
State of the City
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Take the New
Survey
for the
Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project
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To help gather information for the Sepulveda Transit Corridor project,
Metro is conducting a short online survey to understand more about those who use the 405 freeway, Sepulveda Boulevard, canyon roads and other routes between the San Fernando Valley, the
Westside
, LAX, the South Bay and other parts of the
Southland
.
The Sepulveda Transit Corridor project launched a feasibility study last December to evaluate a number of rail transit alternatives with potential connections to the Orange Line, East San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor, Purple Line Extension, Expo Line and other transit connections near LAX. Local funding for the project comes from Measures R and M -- with Measure M supplying nearly $10 billion for the project. Metro is also pursuing the possibility of a public-private partnership to deliver the project sooner.
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Leave Everyday Life Behind and
Escape to Tuscany!
Early Bird Rate Ends Next Week!
Known for its beautiful landscapes, its rich artistic legacy and vast influence on high culture, Tuscany is widely regarded as the true birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, and has been home to some of the most influential people in the history of art and science. Visitors to Tuscany come for many reasons. Many come in search of fine art, others to explore the extraordinary countryside with charming medieval hill towns and sweeping hillsides full of vineyards. Join us as we explore the endless opportunities that Tuscany has to offer.
November 7-14, 2018
Early-Bird Special!
(if reserved by April 27)
$2,299
8 days, 6 nights including hotels, meals, day trips, and round trip airfare from
Los Angeles.
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Support Ban on Short-term Health Insurance
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VICA supports Senate Bill 910 (Hernandez), which would prohibit health insurance companies from selling short-term health insurance plans in California. SB 910 has become necessary
following the Trump Administration's proposal to allow health
insurance companies to sell short-term health plans
that last 364 days. This is a significant extension from the 90 day cap originally allowed under the Affordable Care Act.
Allowing short-term health policies to be sold will have a devastating impact on individuals and destabilize the individual market both inside and outside Covered California. Short-term health insurance plans provide little coverage for health care needs. They lack basic consumer protections and essential health benefits that cover prescription drugs, maternity care, mental health and other vital services. SB 910 would ensure that every Californian is fully covered and that individuals purchase meaningful, comprehensive health insurance while maintaining California's healthy risk mix.
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WITH THE CALIFORNIA
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Wednesday - Thursday, May 23-24, 2018
Visit with your local legislator and discuss issues of concern for your region. The cost for the trip is $125, which includes the CalChamber Capitol Summit registration, reception, breakfast, lunch and group transportation between the airport and Capitol (if at similar times). The cost of the flight and hotel are not included.
There is an additional VICA delegation dinner available Wednesday night for $65.
Sacramento Advocacy Trips are reserved for members of VICA.
Download the flyer and agenda
here.
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Committee Reports
Government Affairs Committee (4/18)
- Kathy Gloster, Elizabeth Ginsberg, and Jessica Mireles from Los Angeles County joined the committee to discuss the proposed Business Registration Program, which would require every business in unincorporated L.A. County to pay a $185 registration fee in order to facilitate better communications from the county.
- The committee recommended to oppose the placement of the California Consumer Privacy Initiative on the November 2018 ballot.
- The committee recommended to support the Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond of 2018, a $4 billion bond to help fund affordable housing program and starter loans for veterans.
- The committee also recommended to oppose SB 1300, a bill which would significantly expand employer liability for sexual harassment in the workplace.
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Member Messages:
Get Your Message in VICA Weekly!
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VICA members can promote their business, events and news in VICA Weekly. Member messages are available for $50 per week or $175 for four weeks. Messages are text-based and may not contain more than 70 words. A logo may be added for an additional $5 per week. For more information or to schedule your member message, contact
Helene@vica.com
or
call (818) 817-0545.
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