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OCBC CELEBRATES LEA SUCCESS, LAST CALL FOR NOMINATIONS, WELCOME HOLLAND & KNIGHT, NO TO EXPANDED SICK LEAVE AND MORE! |
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HOT OFF THE PRESS
ICYMI! WATCH OCBC'S ANNUAL LEA RECEPTION:
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OCBC held its annual LEA Reception on Tuesday to honor all the families who successfully completed the 10 Education Commandments and recognize the strong community behind the program's monumental success. The night was inspiring, filled with parent testimonials on the program's positive impact. Mayra Reyes, a parent of a Ponderosa Elementary Student, said, "The classes taught me the importance of helping your child at an early age so that they have a successful future." LEA, formerly known as Latino Educational Attainment, now stands for Leading Educational Attainment for Families, encompassing the programs' inclusive reach and expansion. Special thank you, Mario Aguirre, for being an extraordinary Emcee and SoCalGas, our title sponsor. Watch it here!
NEW WEBSITE SHOWS HOW OC IS USING FEDERAL PANDEMIC AID:
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Orange County Business Council’s President and CEO, Lucy Dunn, said the money was “hugely important” and allowed some businesses to keep their doors open through OCBC’s SafeDineOC program, which administered restaurant aid funds. Dunn sees the fruits of the county’s aid spending in its unemployment rate, which she said recently rose as more people resumed looking for work, but at 6.3% is lower than the state’s 7.9% rate. “Our economy’s coming back,” said Dunn. Learn more.
LAST CALL! SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATIONS FOR TURNING RED TAPE INTO RED CARPET AWARDS:
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Do you know of a public agency policy, program or leader that is cutting through red tape, eliminating barriers to economic growth and supporting a resilient OC? OCBC will honor them at the 11th Annual Turning Red Tape Into Red Carpet Awards on Nov. 4! The Awards recognize the tireless work of local agencies and governments, including cities, special districts, educational institutions and more. Learn more and submit your nomination. Deadline is COB tomorrow. For questions, please contact Connor Medina.
UNITED WAY'S MONTHLY UPDATE:
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United to End Homelessness was recently awarded a contract with the County of Orange to help identify rental units for 475 of the 557 new federal Emergency Housing Vouchers allocated specifically to the Orange County Housing Authority. United Way’s WelcomeHomeOC program reached a new milestone housing over 500 people in just two-and-a-half years! Keep up the great work! Learn more.
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JOIN US IN WELCOMING NEW OCBC MEMBER |
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OCBC WELCOMES HOLLAND & KNIGHT |
Holland & Knight puts their legal knowledge to work for their clients in a practical manner by providing personalized solutions tailored to their clients' needs. With more than 1,600 lawyers in their U.S. and international offices and legal colleagues in over 40 countries worldwide, Holland & Knight serves in various areas that range from commercial litigation, regulatory matters, mergers and acquisitions, real estate and government advocacy. Holland & Knight aims to provide seamless, efficient client-centric services over a wide range of industries. Collaboration across practices and offices, along with highly focused management of matters and cases, enables them to deliver dynamic legal support, regardless of location. Learn more. |
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OCBC OPPOSES UNREASONABLE EXPANSION OF PAID SICK LEAVE:
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OCBC and a coalition of business groups statewide ask the State Senate to oppose AB 1041, a bill expanding the California Family Rights Act to allow employees to take leave to care for any person of their choosing, exposing businesses to costly litigation under the Private Attorneys General Act. In addition to other expansions of paid leave, businesses—especially small businesses—will face increased costs while they recover from the pandemic. Read the letter here.
OCBC OPPOSES IMPOSING BROAD BURDENS ON WAREHOUSE OPERATORS:
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OCBC and a coalition of business groups statewide ask the State Senate to vote no on AB 701, a bill targeting warehouse distribution centers with onerous regulations. The bill would give plaintiffs’ attorneys more grounds to leverage large settlements from warehouse employers. AB 701 would raise costs for warehouses, which would be passed down to consumers. Warehouses are key contributors to Orange County’s supply chain and economic competitiveness. Read the coalition letter here.
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OCHCA'S LATEST UPDATES:
Residents should wear a mask in both indoor public and non-public settings, especially if they or someone they live with is immunocompromised or at increased risk. CDC recently issued a health advisory against the use of a prescription medication called ivermectin, normally used to treat certain infections caused by internal and external parasites, to prevent or treat COVID-19. Currently, only third doses of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are being offered to individuals ages 12 and up receiving treatments associated with moderate to severe immune compromise. Learn more.
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HOST A VACCINE INFO SESSION AT YOUR BUSINESS:
- Do you have employees hesitant about vaccines? Need more info? Need doctors with up to date info? Orange County Health Care Agency will COME TO YOU! Make an appointment here. Email Anza Vang for personalized service. It’s no cost. It’s the right thing.
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CITY OF HOPE'S MULTIPLE MYELOMA SQUAD:
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City of Hope's positive impact extends beyond their cancer care centers as patients develop strong friendships and embark on a new journey filled with togetherness, transforming their visits. City of Hope's Multiple Myeloma Squad, or MM Squad, has learned to lean on each other through the roller coaster of emotions and find happiness in each other's company. Read the full story.
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UPCOMING EVENTS AND MEETINGS |
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EVENTS
2021 Orange County Community Indicators Report Rollout
September 16 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Join OCBC virtually for the release of the 2021-22 OC Community Indicators Report that tracks the region’s health, prosperity, and where the county is performing and making progress. Hear from Dr. Wallace Walrod, OCBC's Chief Economic Advisor, on a broad range of robust, data-rich reports that track issues of importance on a regular basis. Thank you title sponsor, Amazon.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS*
September 2 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Join OCBC virtually for a meeting with Gustavo Velasquez, Director of the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
OCBC members, contact Connor Medina, OCBC Government Affairs Manager, to register.
September 10 | 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Join OCBC virtually to discuss and take action on public policy issues that have a direct impact on the business community.
OCBC members, contact Connor Medina, OCBC Government Affairs Manager, to register.
September 14 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join OCBC virtually to advocate for an infrastructure system critical to meeting the growing needs of Orange County’s residents and businesses.
OCBC members, contact Connor Medina, OCBC Government Affairs Manager, to register.
September 15 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join OCBC virtually for the opportunity to hear Jim Mayfield, Director, U.S. Export Assistance Center-Orange County, discuss the impacts of the pandemic on trade in the Orange County and Southern California region and Treyland Bradley, Senior Business Development Specialist – Los Angeles Region, Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development discuss California's pandemic business recovery programs.
*OCBC Committee meetings are an exclusive benefit offered to OCBC members.
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NOT AN OCBC MEMBER? JOIN TODAY! |
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Join OCBC and connect with the most influential companies and top executives actively engaged in creating a pro-business environment and prosperous economy. Hundreds of Orange County's leading businesses, cities and non-profit organizations represent an elite group from every industry cluster. But we need YOUR VOICE! For more info, contact Natalie Rubalcava, OCBC Chief Operating Officer.
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