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California Board of Equalization's (BOE) Business Resource Seminar & Expo in Torrance From left to right: Assemblyman David Hadley, Mayor Patrick Furey (City of Torrance), Jerome E. Horton (Chair of the BOE), and Jonathan Beutler (Sunrider International, Chairman of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce).

OUT & ABOUT

Donna Visits PTN’s Camp Escapades

For the past several years, I have visited Camp Escapades, an innovative two-week summer day camp for children aged 5-14 with special needs and developmental delays, hosted by Pediatric Therapy Network (PTN). I leave Camp Escapades each year with my spirits lifted. Overseeing the program is a highly trained multidisciplinary camp team, including three occupational therapists with numerous years of camp experience. But the one-on-one teen volunteers who are each child’s “buddy” throughout the week gain my respect the most. The interactions between the volunteers and their buddies are priceless.

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NEWS

Kirk Rossberg, Owner of Torrance Bakery, Named Citizen of the Year Since 1953, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has selected the citizen of Torrance whose achievements have been significant to the community and to the general welfare of the people of the city. Kirk Rossberg of Torrance Bakery has been named the 2016 Distinguished Citizen of the Year. Congratulations, Kirk! Read the full article

Show your support for Kirk by attending State of the City!

Reserve Your Seat Online

or call (310) 540-5858

Advocacy Update: September 13, 2016

Nineteen of 24 job killer bills identified this year by the California Chamber of Commerce were stopped before the 2016 legislative session came to a close on August 31, thanks to concerted efforts of CalChamber, various local chambers and the business community. To Governor - Action Needed! Four job killers are on the Governor’s desk. The CalChamber is urging its members to contact Governor Brown and ask him to veto  SB 654 ,  SB 839  and  SB 1150 . Sample letters at  calchambervotes.com .

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State Senate gives blessing to rename Torrance stretch of 405 Freeway after Louis Zamperini

The state Senate has approved a resolution renaming the section of the 405 Freeway between Redondo Beach Boulevard and Western Avenue the Louis Zamperini Memorial Highway after the 1936 Torrance Olympian and World War II hero. The bipartisan effort was spearheaded by South Bay Republican Assemblyman David Hadley.

Read article at dailybreeze.com

Keep an Eye Out for this Scam

The Torrance Police Department is notifying all Torrance area businesses and residents of the following scam: People have been receiving phone calls in which the caller states they are from the IRS or a Government Agency and are requesting payment via iTunes cards. Neither the IRS nor any other Government Agency would ever request such information. Ignore this phone call in the event you receive it.

EVENTS

Register now! Mayor Patrick Furey's annual State of the City luncheon is coming Thursday, September 29th to the DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance - South Bay. With more than 300 expected in attendance, the Honorable Mayor's address is one of the most anticipated events of the year, providing invaluable insight into the city’s ever-evolving economic landscape. Individual or group/table reservations can be made online or by phone at 310-540-5858. This event will sell out, so don’t delay in booking your seats!

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Is your business looking for a unique promotional opportunity? Sponsor State of the City! Please contact TACC President and CEO Donna Duperron at (310) 540-6688 to discuss a tailored sponsorship package that highlights your business through our integrated marketing channels.

"If you can dream it, you can do it." — Walt Disney The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Business Expo returns October 25th to the Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach. This year's theme is inspired by the above quote by Walt Disney. It should give businesses plenty of inspiration to zest up their booths this year. Whether you want to claim your booth today or join 500+ community members in supporting local businesses by attending the event for free, these links have you covered:

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Coastal Cleanup Day 2016

Saturday, September 17th 9am - noon Miramar Park 201 Paseo De La Playa Torrance, CA 90277

Volunteers, please meet at Miramar Park!  Join us for this fun yearly community activity. Students can earn community service credits, too!

Malaga Bank is hosting a Last Day of Summer Evening Mixer Please RSVP with Yvonne at yvonnes@malagabank.com  or online here.

September 22nd, 2016 5:30pm - 7:30pm Malaga Bank 25700 Crenshaw Blvd Torrance, CA 90505

There will be: Opportunity drawings Beer & wine bar Taco bar Red Onion appetizers

Your Life — Your Choices Older Adult Town Hall Meeting

EXPERTS WILL DISCUSS: The latest in home care & assisted living options Advance care planning, palliative care & hospice Fall prevention & home safety Care for older adults Resources Available in the South Bay How to Remain in Your Home

Thursday, September 15th 2-4pm First Lutheran Church 2900 W Carson Street Torrance, CA 90503 moderated by Assemblymember David Hadley Vice-Chair, Aging and Long Term Care Committee

RSVP by calling (310) 375-0691

There's always something happening with the Torrance Area Chamber View the full calendar

THE COMMUNITY

NEW MEMBERS Look who joined the Chamber! Welcome to the community.

Clear Recovery Center SCH&A South Bay Cheer 360 The Flying Locksmiths

Compass Medical Systems I.D. Systems & Supplies Co Tower Market Joe McMahon KW Beach Cities Realty

RENEWING MEMBERS The Torrance area business community wouldn't be the same without you.

20-29 YEARS Fastsigns Spirit Cruises & Yacht Parties Moog Inc. Powley Properties 10 - 19 YEARS El Camino College Miami Auto Spa PDM, LLP Torrance Woman's Club Dimondale Adolescent Care Harbor Interfaith Services Kiwanis Club of Torrance One Stop Windows & Doors

5 - 9 YEARS Miyako Hybrid Hotel South Bay Security, LLC Torrance Tribune Ortega 120 Parishioners Federal Credit Union Networker Services Inc. Pop-a-Lock of West LA UNDER 5 YEARS Connections For Children Ramada Torrance Togo's Sandwiches of Torrance Fox Drug of Torrance Behavioral Health Services - NCADD Sharefest Community Development Welbrook Senior Living South Bay Hey 19 Public House Multi-Link Communication Products Silverado Senior Living Vectis Strategies, LLC Engel & Volkers Torrance Antique Street Faire McCormick Ambulance

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