Government Affairs
This Friday, April 27
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Join the Conversation on how Anaheim is addressing its homeless population this Friday. Registration Required Space is Limited. |
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Free CalSavers Retirement Saving Program Webinar |
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Employers with 5 to 50 California employees must register in CalSavers Retirement Program by June 30. Learn more in an Anaheim Chamber Free Webinar on May 5, 2:00 PM |
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Angels Baseball Luncheon - May 20, 2022
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State of the City Luncheon
Sponsorships Available
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Registration is open for the largest event of the year featuring Mayor Harry Sidhu. Learn about the latest developments and opportunities in Anaheim!
Hosted in partnership between the City of Anaheim and the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, the Annual Anaheim State of the City Luncheon is on July 27. The event requires advance registration. Sponsorship opportunities are available! Contact Heather Sievers at heather@anaheimchamber or 714-758-0222 with questions.
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33rd Annual Anaheim Hills 4th of July Celebration |
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The 4th of July Celebration is a wonderful and enjoyable opportunity for sponsors to meaningfully connect with the community, and the Anaheim Hills Community Council needs your assistance.
Bringing thousands of residents, families, and businesses together to safely celebrate the Fourth of July requires generous community financial support.
We strongly encourage you to become a sponsor and be part of making this year’s 4th of July Celebration the best ever! Please see our sponsorship brochure for levels of giving and benefits.
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Angel Stadium Land Sale Clears Final Hurdle |
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The "final hurdle in the Angel Stadium land sale has been cleared," as the city of Anaheim and the California state housing agency have "reached a settlement over the city's violation of California affordable housing law." |
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Cal/OSHA Standards Board Adopts Third COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards to Remain in Effect Until December 31, 2022 |
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On April 21, 2022, by a 6-1 vote, the California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board voted to adopt the proposed revisions to the current COVID-19 emergency temporary standards. The Office of Administrative Law is likely to approve the new language for implementation by May 5, 2022. |
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Two Approaches to Worker Scheduling |
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CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss AB 2932 (Low; D-Campbell), a proposal that would impose overtime requirements after 32 hours, and AB 1761 (Voepel; R-Santee), a proposal that would allow for a worker-selected flexible work schedule. |
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Bills Being Heard by Legislative Committees
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The State Legislature is in one of its busiest seasons, as Senate and Assembly committees consider an avalanche of bills introduced in their houses. The Anaheim Chamber of Commerce is reviewing, tracking, advocating, and working with partners on bills that impact the Anaheim business community. Among the positions the Chamber is advocating for the Legislature are:
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SUPPORT AB 1595 (Quirk-Silva & Choi): This bill would authorize the California Department of Veterans Affairs to study, construct, and operate a Southern California Veterans Cemetery anywhere in Orange County, rather than just in the City of Irvine. By enabling the Southern California Veterans Cemetery anywhere in Orange County, rather than just Irvine, this will enable it to be in the Gypsum Canyon site in Anaheim Hills east of the 241 toll road.
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STATUS: Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Passed 9-0 on April 26, Heading to Assembly Appropriations Committee. LEARN MORE
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SUPPORT SB 1196 (Umberg): This bill would make the Anaheim Transportation Network eligible to seek funding from the State Transit Assistance (STA) Program. (ATN is not eligible to seek STA Program funds under current law.)
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STATUS: Senate Transportation Committee Passed on April 26, Heading to Senate Appropriations Committee. LEARN MORE
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SUPPORT SB 1036 (Newman): This bill would establish the California Ocean Corps through a four-year pilot program, initially based in Orange County, and that can eventually serve as a model for replication and expansion throughout the state. (The Orange County Conservation Corps is headquartered in Anaheim.) Subsequent bill amendments propose to expand the pilot program statewide.
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STATUS: Senate Natural Resources & Water Committee Passed 8-0 on March 22, Awaits Hearing in Senate Appropriations Committee. LEARN MORE
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OPPOSE AB 2932 (Low): This bill would impose a 32-hour workweek on businesses and mandates overtime pay for workweeks exceeding that. Additionally, this bill requires employers to increase the pay of existing employees in a 32-hour workweek to be commensurate with what they made in a 40-hour workweek, granting a de facto 25% pay raise.
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STATUS: Awaits Hearing in Assembly Labor and Employment Committee. LEARN MORE
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SUPPORT AB 2893 (Daly): This bill would amend the Standardized Regulatory Impact Assessment (SRIA) to require that state agencies update their analysis of major regulations to include Department of Finance (DOF) comments. By including DOF comments, each analysis would now include the cost considerations of their proposed regulations.
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STATUS: Assembly Accountability And Administrative Review Committee Hearing on April 27. LEARN MORE
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SUPPORT SB 847 (Hurtado): This bill would provide rental assistance for landlords and tenants who did not previously qualify for assistance under the state Emergency Rental Assistance Program. This bill helps ensure landlords can pay their mortgages and keep tenants housed in situations in which tenants are unable to pay rent. There is a safeguard for taxpayers that if money is eventually received from the state Emergency Rental Assistance Program, then the landlords must return the SB 847 money.
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STATUS: Senate Housing Committee Passed 8-0 on March 24, Senate Judiciary Committee Passed on April 26, Heading to Senate Appropriations Committee. LEARN MORE
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OPPOSE SB 1044 (Durazo): This bill would give broad discretion to employees to walk away from a completely safe workplace, regardless of how outdated the state of emergency is or how distant it is from the workplace, and the employer could do little in response without risking litigation.
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STATUS: Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee Passed 4-1 on March 22, Awaits Hearing in Senate Appropriations Committee. LEARN MORE
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OPPOSE SB 1276 (Durazo): This bill would authorize any government agency citing a public purpose to order a shared mobility service provider to provide to that government agency the personal information of any individual—without the individual's knowledge or consent. This is an unprecedented encroachment on consumer privacy and would be a reversal of California's leadership and direction on privacy over the last decade.
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STATUS: Senate Judiciary Committee Passed on April 26, Heading to Senate Appropriations Committee. LEARN MORE
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SoCalGas has partnered with California Restaurant Foundation’s Restaurants Care Resilience Fund and is now offering grants to restaurant owners for kitchen equipment upgrades or retention bonuses. Eligible restaurants can apply for a $3,000 grant until April 30.
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For Earth Day 2022 With Anaheim Transportation Network |
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In honor of Earth Day, not only did ATN celebrate ART’s 20th Anniversary, and also officially unveiled their new 60-foot all-electric bus! A special thank you to Congressman Lou Correa, OC Board Chairman Doug Chaffee, Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu, Anaheim City Council Member Avelino Valencia, Anaheim City Council Member Stephen Faessel, Anaheim Council Member Gloria Ma’ae, Buena Park Mayor Sunny Park, Buena Park Mayor Pro Tem Art Brown, Buena Park Council Member Connor Traut; Representing Supervisor Katrina Foley- Kalvin Alvarez, Representing Senator Tom Umberg- Richard Santana for attending and making the day special. |
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For years, Northwestern Mutual has helped families and businesses across Anaheim reach their financial goals. Their version of financial planning brings the right insurance and investment strategies together, so you can do the things that matter most, with the ones who matter most. And we'll be there to guide you every step of the way. Contact Cheryl Garcia at Cheryl.Garcia@nm.com or (909) 251-9913 for more information.
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Looking for Shutters or Shades in Anaheim or the surrounding area? Cali Coast Shutters & Shades is your one-stop-shop.
They offer a variety of window coverings to meet your budget and keep your home stylish. Learn more about your options and receive a customized quote through our free in-home estimates!
Their professional designers will visit you in your home or office to provide a free estimate.
Company Info:
9778 Katella Ave, Suite 207
Anaheim, CA 92804
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By Appointment Only Located at - 9778 Katella Ave Suite 207, Anaheim, CA 92804
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Veteran Air is veteran-owned and operated. Established in 2009. After more than 10 years in business, they have established themselves as the highest-rated HVAC company in Orange County. Their mission statement has always been to provide the best value and customer service to you, the customer.
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Cornerstone Employee Benefits Insurance Solutions - Headed by Aaron Donaldson, their trained consulting team has over 20 years of experience. They work with small and medium-sized companies to improve employee benefits for the same cost or get the same benefits at a lower cost. Get a complimentary company benefits check-up today! Are you in compliance with your employee benefits?
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Vocational Innovations - Their mission is to enhance the lives of people with developmental disabilities by providing them with individualized support, opportunities for growth, and access to all the benefits of their community. They are dedicated to providing meaningful and respectful person-centered programming to empower people to expand their relationships and contribute to society.
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Eric Bisaillon
Business Development Manager, Goodwill of Orange County
Q&A with Anaheim Chamber Ambassador Eric Bisaillon
1. Q: How long have you been involved with the Chamber’s Ambassadors Committee?
A: 5 years
2. Q: What is your day job?
A: I work for Goodwill of Orange County as Business Developer Manager, so I partner with OC businesses to inform them about the people we serve and to advocate to hire a person with a barrier. Goodwill has been doing this for 95 years in Orange County, and the main program I work with we serve approximately 600 individuals on a daily basis at their job sites.
4. Q: We hear you are the poet in the group. When did you know you had this gift? (Fun fact: Eric can rhyme at any time, at any place, about anything!)
A: About a year and a half ago I was attending a networking meeting, and it was very dull. I decided to try to enlighten the group and made up a few rhymes, and thankfully it worked! I now try my best to include other Chamber Members in my 60-sec commercial.
5. Q: What are some of your favorite things about being a Chamber Ambassador?
A: I really enjoy getting to know other local business owners or managers on a more personal level. We see each other at the Ambassador Meetings, lunches, breakfasts, mixers, Chamber events including Ribbon Cuttings and it’s a great feeling when a strong group of people supports each other as well as Chamber Businesses in Anaheim.
6. Q: What would you like to say to anyone who is thinking of becoming an Anaheim Chamber Ambassador?
A: I would say give it a try; you get to meet other great people who are involved in the Anaheim Community. It is also a great feeling when supporting and welcoming new businesses to Anaheim by attending their Ribbon Cutting, networking, and providing referrals to each other.
Being an Anaheim Chamber Ambassador makes for active Chamber membership and allows one to become part of a dynamic group that takes the lead in welcoming new members and working along with existing members. It is a wonderful way to volunteer at exclusive Chamber and member events and allows for effective networking opportunities.
If you are interested in learning more about our Ambassadors Program, please call (714) 758-0222 or email us at kathleen@anaheimchamber.org. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Enter For A Chance To Win 80,000 Hilton Honors
OR 120,000 Marriott Bonvoy Points
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Submit an RFP for a minimum of 50 rooms on peak by Dec. 31, 2022, and you will be entered for a chance to win 80,000 Hilton Honors OR 120,000 Marriott Bonvoy Points of your choice.
Exclusions apply. No purchase necessary. More information and how to enter can be found here by clicking the button below.
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Enter to Win the OCSC Golden Ticket |
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Are you the ultimate sports and entertainment fan in Orange County!? Do you love visiting our destination we are proud to call home!? Here’s your chance to win the OCSC Golden Ticket!
One lucky winner will win ALL of the following:
Disneyland® Resort - Two (2) Enchant Keys
Knott’s Berry Farm® - Two (2) Regular Season Passes
Anaheim Ducks® - Two (2) Orange Alliance Season Tickets
Angels Baseball® - Two (2) 2023 Season Seats
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Small Business Administration & SCORE Upcoming Events |
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SBA Score Upcoming Events |
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*All events listed are in PDT (Pacific) |
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Resource Partners are here to help you...
If you need assistance navigating any of SBA's funding options, or with general business guidance, SBA's resource partners are available to help.
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Other local resource partner organizations can be found at:
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Office Depot And OfficeMax
Anaheim Chamber members can save up to 55% off every time they shop at Office Depot. That means you get more of what you need and love for a lot less! Make sure you're signed up to take advantage of this incredible program too. Your Mobile Member Code is AnaheimCard OR text the code to 844-446-6358 to receive the card on your phone.
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UPS Discounts
Anaheim Chamber of Commerce is proud to bring you valuable discounts on the products and services you need. Make the most out of your membership and take advantage of competitive rates on UPS shipping services. Plus, with the UPS one-driver advantage and more than 60,000 drop off points, there's no need to sort your air and ground shipments.
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