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La Mesa Chamber News | October 21, 2022
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Your Weekly La Mesa Chamber News | |
Pre-Holiday Shopping Happened on October 12th at Thoughtful Creations | |
The pre-holiday season was joyful as we gathered to network with guests at Thoughtful Creations, an innovation retail location at 8270 La Mesa Boulevard. mixer. This was the perfect opportunity to walk around this unique business with friends and mix and mingle while shopping.
This retail location incorporates various local artisans that have goods to sell – all under one roof! These local artisans make a variety of items for your shopping pleasure. This retail location is truly a “one-stop” shopping experience. Shawndie was a gracious hostess and served great food and beverages during this evening mixer!
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Cabrillo Credit Union Open House & Ribbon Cutting
Was a Gigantic Celebration!
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On Thursday, October 13th the crowd was large and lively as people joined the Cabrillo Credit Union staff and friends to celebrate the new location of their La Mesa branch. The Cabrillo Credit Union took a location at 5454 Grossmont Center Drive and remodeled it to make it perfect to serve current and future members. Jane Drolet, Branch Manager was on hand to welcome guests and was joined by CEO Kevin Posey, the Board of Directors, and Supervisory Committee. As guests arrived, they were tantalized by the smell of pizzas being baked on site and were able to choose the type of pizza they wanted. Nothing is better than a fresh, hot slice of pizza at the end of the day! Guests were able to tour the branch, meet many of the employees and enter a drawing for valuable prizes.
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We send a “hearty” welcome to Cabrillo Credit Union, and we wish them continued success in serving their members and our community.
Photos courtesy of Eviezphotography.com.
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Welcome to Our New Chamber Members! | |
Congusto Services
Commercial office cleaning and ''move out'' residential cleaning
(619) 832-3914 | www.congustocleaning.com
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23 million California Taxpayers Will Get Refunds
You may be receiving a check from the state. Beginning on October 7th California rolled out the “Middle Class Tax Refund Estimator” program, with one-time payments ranging from $400 to $1,050 for couples who filed jointly on their 2020 state income tax return and $400 to $700 for those who filed independently. Payments should hit bank accounts by the end of October and more will be sent out through November 14. An additional 10 million payments will be mailed in debit cards. Remember eligible residents will need to have filed their 2020 tax return by October 15, 2021, meet the state’s adjusted gross income limits and were not claimed as a dependent in 2020. Individual will also have to live in California for six months or more in 2020 and are currently a California resident when the payment is issued. Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune - Nathan Solis.
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Social Security Benefits to Jump by 8.7%
Millions of Social Security recipients will get an 8.7 percent boost in their benefits in 2023, an historic increase but a gain that will be eaten up in part by the rising cost of everyday living. The cost-of living adjustment – the largest in more than 40 years – means the average recipient will receive more than $140 extra a month beginning in January. The Social Security Administration said the estimated average monthly Social Security benefit for all retired workers will be $1,827 starting in January. The boost in Social Security benefits will be coupled with a 3 percent drop in Medicare Part B premiums, meaning retirees will get the full impact of the social security increase. Source: The San Diego Union Tribune – Fatima Hussein.
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September Retail Sales Flat Amid High Inflation
The pace of sales at U.S. retailers was unchanged in September from August as rising prices for rent and food chipped away at money available for other things. Overall increase in consumer prices in September compared with a year earlier, according to a government report. Retail sales were flat last month, down from a revised 0.4 percent growth in August. Retail sales fell 0.4 percent in July. Excluding sales of automobiles and at gas stations, retail sales rose 0.3 percent. Excluding gas sales, spending was up 0.1 percent. Sales at clothing stores rose 0.5 percent, while businesses at department stores rose 1.3 percent. That indicates a solid back-to-school season but adjusted for inflation, spending was modest. Consumer spending accounts for nearly 70 percent of U.S. economic activity, and Americans have remained mostly resilient even with inflation near four-decades highs. It is a critical period for retailers as they prepare for the holiday shopping season, which accounts on average for 20 percent of the industry’s annual sales. Source: The San Diego Union Tribune – Anne D’Innocenzio.
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La Mesa Chamber Launches a Brand New Raffle
“Show Me the Money” Raffle
Our members have enjoyed participating in our mixer and event raffles and drawings throughput the past 14 years. We decided to take the raffle concept to a new level and have created the “Show Me the Money” raffle.
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This drawing will award the following cash prizes:
1st Prize: $2,500
2nd Prize: $1,000
3rd Prize: $500
Tickets are on sale NOW with the drawing taking place on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 (right before the holidays). WINNER NEED NOT BE PRESENT TO WIN!
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Donation Options:
1 for $10 |3 for $20 | 10 for $50 | 30 for $100
We are happy to answer your questions or sell you tickets.
Let the La Mesa Chamber “Show YOU the Money!”
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From the Live Well San Diego Business Sector: Updates for the Business Community 10.13.2022 | |
Founders First Funding
Founders First Job Creators Quest Grant is awarding 30 qualifying businesses in Southern California with a total of $100,000. Visit Founders First for pre-registration. The deadline for applications is November 14, 2022.
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Public Health Leaders End Weekly Testing Requirements for Workers
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is ending COVID-19 policies that required weekly COVID-19 testing for unvaccinated individuals in high-risk workplaces and schools. Health care facilities, other congregate settings, and schools will no longer be required to administer weekly COVID-19 testing of unvaccinated and under vaccinated workers. The changes took effect September 17, 2022. View the article.
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County Annual Report ― Connect With Us to Build a Better Future
The County of San Diego released its Annual Report, calling on San Diegans to “Connect With Us” to build “a just, sustainable and resilient future.” The report also listed accomplishments and cited goals ranging from ending homelessness to enhancing communities and correcting climate change. For more information, visit the County’s Annual Report webpage.
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Want to make a difference this holiday season for the children of military personnel that live in La Mesa military housing? Then join the members of the La Mesa Chamber of Commerce and purchase toys, diapers and other items that will make their holiday season special. The Chamber is collecting toys, diapers, and other items for children of military families living in La Mesa military housing between the ages of 2 -13 years old. We are thrilled to announce our partnership with BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse, 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa and will be holding our toy drive party at the BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse in Grossmont Center on Tuesday, December 6th from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Our Presenting Sponsor of this party is EDCO with Supporting Sponsor Kirk Paving, Inc., and Associate Sponsor Amanda Hammett Insurance & Financial Services – State Farm.
Admission is complimentary to Chamber Members bringing a new, unwrapped toy, Non-Member guests $10 each and bring an unwrapped toy and $20 each for all “At Door” guests and bring a new unwrapped toy, as well. The evening includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, salads, and signature pizzas. Make your reservation by Thursday, December 1st to: rsvp@lamesachamber.com. Those that are unable to attend the event but wish to donate may contact the Chamber office, 619-465-7700 to make arrangements to either deliver the toys or have them picked up.
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We encourage you to join us and make a difference in the lives of La Mesa homebound seniors. Each year the Chamber has assisted homebound seniors. This year we shall assist a total of 16 seniors,12 women and 4 men. We are now beginning to gather items for these seniors. It is the goal of the Chamber to collect, purchase and assemble items and place them in large gift baskets and gift bags. All these gift bags are delivered to the selected seniors by the La Mesa Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol. Due to delivery schedule, the deadline to receive the gifts for our seniors is Friday, December 2nd. This will allow time to wrap all the items, prepare all the gift baskets and purchase the items needed.
We ask that if you wish to donate items from your pantry, please double check the expiration date on those items and make sure they have not expired.
Here are items that we suggest you can purchase to donate to this year’s gift baskets: Canned soups, canned vegetables, canned fruits, packets of crackers, packets of pasta or macaroni & cheese, bars of soap, tubes of tooth paste, packs of tissues, bottles of hand soaps, bottles of hand sanitizer, pens and pads of paper. Gift cards in any denomination from the following locations: Walmart, Target, or any grocery store. If you have another item you believe will put a smile on their faces, by all means drop them off! We want to make this a memorable holiday for our seniors again this year.
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Items may be delivered to the La Mesa Chamber office: 8080 La Mesa Blvd., Suite 214, La Mesa to Fran Smith. Monday - Friday between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Mary England is also available 7 days a week to meet donors and pick up those items directly. Contact Mary England on her cell 619-251-7730.
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From Grossmont Healthcare District:
Grossmont Healthcare District Celebration!
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I hope you’ll be able to join us at our upcoming Open House event, where we’ll proudly celebrate the Grossmont Healthcare District’s 70 years of service to the east county, and the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Herrick Community Health Care Library. We look forward to the opportunity to give thanks to those who built our legacy, and to celebrate with all of you who are a part of our future.
When: Wednesday November 2nd 10AM-1PM
Where: 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa
There will be a brief program in the auditorium at 10:30, and then we’ll enjoy food, music, art, and opportunities to experience some of the health and wellness programs that we offer at the library and in the community. For more details, please visit www.grossmonthealthcare.org/community/ghd-events/fall-open-house/
To RSVP, please email events@grossmonthealthcare.org, or call (619) 825-5010.
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From Trilogy Health: 5 Spooky 👻 Good Deals | | |
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Dr. Ellyn Levine
Trilogy Health
5290 Baltimore Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
www.trilogyhealth.net
Phone: (619) 567-6914
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From SDG&E: Medical needs? Here’s your prescription for savings. | |
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Certain medical needs may qualify you or someone in your home for savings every month on your gas and electric bill. Apply for the Medical Baseline Allowance program if you need to use more energy due to a qualifying medical condition or to prevent an existing condition from getting worse. Examples include:
A requirement for permanent space heating or cooling due to paraplegia, quadriplegia, hemiplegia, multiple sclerosis, scleroderma, a compromised immune system or a life-threatening illness.
Required use of a life-support device, such as an aerosol tent, apnea monitor, kidney dialysis machine, motorized wheelchair or respirator (devices used for therapy don’t qualify; only medical devices that sustain life or are needed for mobility).
To get a Medical Baseline Allowance application and more information, visit sdge.com/medical. Eligibility requirements include having a physician sign your application to certify the medical need.
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December 2 - Deadline to donate to the La Mesa Homebound Seniors Holiday Project | Details
December 6 - Toy Drive for La Mesa Military Families & Party at BJ's: 5:30-7pm at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse | 5500 Grossmont Center Dr. in La Mesa | Details/RSVP
December 7 - Grand Prize Drawing for "Show Me the Money" Raffle | Details
NOTE: We recommend those that are feeling ill, or who have been exposed to someone who is ill – please stay home.
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Show Off Your Membership With Pride! | |
"Most consumers (59%) think that being active in the local chamber of commerce is an effective business strategy overall. It is 29% more effective, however, for communicating to consumers that a
Not only do we provide members a physical plaque to display at their place of business, we also provide a way to further brand your business by providing a Virtual Plaque to display right on your website. Membership in a chamber of commerce has come to signify corporate citizenship and excellence, and your website is your storefront to the consumer and the world. Just place it on your website with a link back to www.lamesachamber.com or to your personal business page in our directory.
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Special Thank You to Our Premium Members | |
Diamond Member:
Cush Plaza La Mesa
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Cush Plaza La Mesa
Commercial Real Estate
5565 Grossmont Center Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91942
858-549-2874
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Acapela Modern Mex
American Medical Response
Angelo's Towing & Recovery
Barnes & Noble -
Grossmont Center
Benchmark Financial
Cabrillo Credit Union
Charcoal House
Restaurant & Bar
Community Spectrum
EDCO Waste & Recycling Corp.
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Focuscom Inc.
Frazier Farms
Kostedt Design & Marketing
Major Security Services
Mattia Law, APLC
McGee Mechanical
Park Station
PenChecks, Inc.
Productivity Plus Office Support
Reitz Heating & Air, Inc.
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Sanctuary Cruises
Sensi Media
Studio M.I.F.
The Copier Depot
The East County Californian
Ultimate Catering Concepts
Warren-Walker School La Mesa
Whissel Realty Group
Workout With Kirk
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Thank you for being a member and for your support!
Mary England
President & CEO
Cell: 619-251-7730
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La Mesa Chamber of Commerce ∙ P.O. Box 94 ∙ La Mesa, California 91944
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