Chamber Weekly | News & Events

September 22, 2022

Out & About with Donna

Micronova Corporation employees, friends, and family members support Coastal Cleanup

TEAM Torrance Organizes Successful Coastal Cleanup

This past Saturday, the weather could have not been more perfect for the 25^th annual Coastal Cleanup. The sun was up early, and the wind blew just enough to keep temperatures comfortable as a little over 200 volunteers combed Torrance Beach picking up 126 pounds of trash and 34 pounds of recyclables in two hours. Coastal Cleanup is an event that provides an opportunity for individuals, friends, and co-workers to get involved in the community and environment. Micronova Manufacturing, Miyako Hybrid Hotel, and Sonesta ES Suites Torrance each had several participants.

“Coastal Cleanup Day is about much more than picking up trash. It’s a chance for communities to join people around the world in expressing their respect for our oceans and waterways. Cleaning our beach inspires our volunteers to continue the practice of picking up trash and doing their part in preventing pollution year-round. Education is a big part of this cleanup and every year our youth participation increases as we “grow” our future leaders with a strong environmental conscience," stated Leslie Cortez, City of Torrance.

News

CalChamber Calls for Changes to Nonemergency

COVID Draft Rule

The Cal/OSHA Standards Board’s draft proposal to extend the state’s COVID-19 regulation for another two years—with some significant changes from the COVID-19 emergency regulation—still needs adjustments, the California Chamber of Commerce told the Standards Board last week.

In both testimony and a letter submitted to the Standards Board, the CalChamber said the COVID-19 rule should be extended only a year and identified problems with the proposal’s revised definition of “close contact,” notice provisions, requirements related to outbreaks, and recordkeeping requirements. Read More...

Civil Service Commission Appointments

The City Clerk’s Office is extending the deadline for applications for the Civil Service Commission. The new deadline is Thursday, September 29 by 5:00 PM. Applicants must have completed Commission Certification Training and be a registered voter in the City of Torrance. The appointments will take place at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, October 11, 2022. Applicants are responsible to contact the City Council for interviews AFTER their application has been received and verified by the City Clerk’s Office.

Description: The Civil Service Commission is primarily concerned with keeping City employment free from favoritism and irregularities. The Commission is responsible for overseeing the recruitment and testing of applicants for City employment, hearing appeals arising from the selection process or from disciplinary actions, and deciding questions regarding employee organization rights, responsibilities and jurisdiction. The Commission has prescribed responsibilities under the City’s Affirmative Action Plan. The Commission makes recommendations to the City Council on rules and regulations and other matters affecting the City’s personnel policies.

Commission Application

Voice Your Concerns to Support Use of the

Existing Row Alternative

L.A. Metro is planning passenger light rail in the South Bay. One proposal places the rail line down the middle of Hawthorne Boulevard. This will severely impact residents and businesses in Torrance. Torrance supports the light rail project on existing right-of-way and off Hawthorne Boulevard. Attend the transportation committee meeting in-person or virtually on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, 6:00 PM at the Torrance Council Chambers, 3031 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90503.

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League of Women Voters

Pros and Cons for the November 3rd Ballot Measures

The League of Women Voters offers educational unbiased forums free from partisan politics to assist voters to make informed decisions. The League of Women Voters, the Pros and Cons for the November 3rd ballot measures will be held on Thursday,

October 13th and is free and open to the public. It will take place at the Toyota Meeting Hall, 3330 Civic Center Dr. Torrance, CA 90503 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Looking for Ways to Get Involved?

Business owners are always looking for new opportunities to network, meet other business owners, and expand their business network. Many businesses increase their exposure through their involvement with the Chamber. One great way to get involved with the Chamber is through our councils.

Councils play an important role in executing the Chamber's vision by providing members with tools and opportunities they need to gain visibility, credibility, and profitability, monthly at no cost to Chamber members. Here are some great councils to get involved in: Read More...

Meet Board Member Tamala Lewis

Tamala Lewis is the Senior Director of Community Affairs and Foundation at AEG’s Dignity Health Sports Park. Lewis oversees the parks community affairs, public service events, and charity events for the venue.

Dignity Health Sports Park is Southern California’s home of world-class competition and training facilities for amateur, Olympic, collegiate, and professional athletes. The privately financed facility was developed by AEG on a 125-acre site on the campus of California State University Dominguez Hills in Carson, California. Dignity Health Sports Park is home to Major League Soccer’s LA Galaxy, the five-time MLS Cup Champions. Read More...