October 16, 2018
Register for the State of Huntington Beach, featuring a detailed city update from Mayor Mike Posey
In addition to a detailed city update, the State of Huntington Beach will feature a tourism update from Visit Huntington Beach President & CEO Kelly Miller. As a travel destination, information from both the city and the visitor's bureau is imperative to having a growing understanding of the trajectory of the city in terms of infrastructure, budget, and planning. For questions or thoughts, please don't hesitate to send us an email .

The meeting will be in the Golden West College Theater with a continental breakfast and networking half-hour included at the start of the event. Register online using this link or by calling the office directly at
(714) 536-8888.
HB Business News: AES Project Update at AM Connect
The HB Business News runs every Tuesday in the Chamber Preview and is posted to the Chamber's Facebook and Twitter pages. All videos are produced by Matt Liffreing, Marketworks Video.

News
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 67 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2019 – e.g. the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).  Source: Social Security Administration / COLA Formula: here / Historical COLA: here  

By the end of 2021, JetBlue will retrofit 138 Airbus A320 aircraft with vortex generators, which reduce noise on landings.  The retrofits will leave the carrier's entire fleet of Airbus A320s and A321s with the noise-reducing devices, which divert wind from passing over ports on the wing, preventing a whistling tone during approach into an airport. The entire retrofit will cost less than $1 million. The effort applies to older aircraft. Since 2015, JetBlue has been taking new deliveries of Airbus A320s and A321s with vortex generators. Source: Business Wire  

A rundown of corporate action to eliminate single-use plastics. Hilton: committed to removing plastic straws by the end of 2018. Four Seasons: will ban the use of plastic straws by the end of 2018. Marriott: straw-free by July 2019. California: first state to implement a partial ban on plastic straws. Seattle: the first U.S city to ban plastic straws and utensils. Source / Full List: National Geographic  


Lending Options for Your Business

Short-term, real-estate, startup loans, lines of credit and more -
join us to learn how you can obtain the right funding for your business needs.

Special introduction by HB Mayor Mike Posey

For more information call (657) 278-1801 or REGISTER HERE.

WHERE:
Huntington Beach Public Library
7111 Talbert Avenue
Huntington Beach, CA 92648

WHEN:
Tuesday, October 16
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Events & Programs
State of Huntington Beach
We cordially invite you to the State of Huntington Beach, held on Monday, Oct. 22 at Golden West College. Hear from Mayor Mike Posey, Visit Huntington Beach President & CEO Kelly Miller, and other city representatives and community leaders as they share recent accomplishments and provide an overview of opportunities and visions for our community in the year ahead.



B2B Networking Luncheon
Join us for our monthly networking luncheon, this month hosted by  Cucina Alessa Restaurants ! Featuring a presentation and discussion by OC Taxpayers Association President & CEO Carolyn Cavecche. Every ticket includes lunch, a 20-second introductory commercial and entry into the door prize raffle. Register on our website by clicking on the link or call (714) 536-8888.


Ribbon Cutting - Celebrating New Ownership at The Cure Kitchen & Bar
Join us for The Cure Kitchen & Bar's ribbon cutting celebrating new ownership! The Cure Kitchen & Bar is the newest addition to the burgeoning Orange County Restaurant & Bar scene. Featuring local craft beers, seasonal, market-driven menu, utilizing the freshest, highest quality ingredients for our community to enjoy. 

Ribbon Cutting - 40th Anniversary of Simone & Son Fine Jewelry
Join Simone & Son Fine Jewelry & Custom Design to celebrate their 40th anniversary and remodel! At Simone & Son, they know that at the heart of every jewelry purchase is the symbolic reflection of your love and affection given to the people who matter most in your life. Their philosophy encompasses more than just jewelry. Celebrate this local business!
Member Events
Tuesday, 10/16
5 - 9 p.m.
Tuesday, 10/16
6 - 8 p.m.
Wednesday, 10/17
5:30 - 8 p.m.
Thursday, 10/18
8 - 11:55 p.m.
Saturday, 10/20
8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sat/Sun, 10/20-21
12 - 8 p.m.
Saturday, 10/20
2 - 4 p.m.
Saturday, 10/20
8 - 10 p.m.
Sunday, 10/21
2 - 7:30 p.m.
Monday, 10/29
7 - 9 p.m.
Wednesday, 10/31
4 - 8 p.m.
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