March 22, 2022
Vol. 2.3.4
Weekly Chamber Update
Chamber News & Events
Purchase Tickets for our 43rd Annual Awards Gala

Join us as we celebrate the businesses, nonprofit organizations and citizens that make our city and region shine. It will be a Night of Beauty, Music and Love - and a few surprises! Purchase tickets here
April 5 @ 8:30 AM - Wake Up Menifee at Fairfield Inn & Suites

Join us at the Fairfield Inn & Suites for breakfast time networking on Tuesday, April 5. Register here
April 5 @ 11:30 AM - Meeting the Retirement Mandate

The Menifee Chamber will be hosting a panel discussion featuring financial planning experts to help businesses meet mandated retirement requirements. Register here
Menifee Chamber Community Map in Development

The Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Lunar Cow Publishing to develop a map of Menifee and the surrounding areas. Chamber members will have the first opportunity to purchase advertising space for this publication. Visit our website for more information
Chamber Resources
CPR Classes Available at the Menifee Chamber
Businesses now have the opportunity to enroll in CPR classes. The Menifee Chamber will host CPR classes on a recurring basis. The next set of classes will be held on Saturday, March 5. Click here to register.
Buy Employment Posters From the Chamber (English & Spanish)

Do you have the latest labor law poster? The Menifee Chamber has laminated posters that include a free update if anything changes. Purchase here
Healthcare-oriented and long-term care facilities can request Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) from the Menifee Valley Chamber. Click here to submit a PPE request.
Sponsorship Opportunities
A variety of sponsorships are available for the 43rd Annual Menifee Chamber Business Awards Gala. Purchase a Sponsorship or Tickets Here.
Community Updates
Thursday, March 31 @ 3:30 PM - All Chamber Mega Mixer

Chambers across Southwest Riverside County and the Inland Empire will unite to allow business members networking opportunities across Chamber service areas. More information here
Register in Riverside County's Fast Pitch Competition

As part of Innovation Month, local startups will have the opportunity to deliver a 5-minute pitch before a panel of judges. Businesses located within the local area that are interested in entering can download an application form and email Neveen Zeit at Nzeit@MurrietaCA.Gov
California District 28 Little League Golf Tournament Seeking Sponsors
The D28 Little League Golf Tournament will take place on April 24, 2022, at Menifee Lakes Country Club. D28 Little League is currently seeking sponsors for this event. If you are interested, send an email to info@cadistrict28littleleague.org.
Click this link if you are interested in registering and playing in the tournament.
Perris Union Management Association Charity Golf Tournament

The PUMA Golf Tournament is seeking sponsors and golfers. Proceeds from this event will go toward scholarships for high school seniors. Contact Grant Bennett: grant.bennett@puhsd.org for more details.
City of Menifee News
Thursday, March 24 @ 4:00 PM - Chat With The City Manager
City Manager Armando G. Villa, invites the public to learn about the city budget and Menifee's transparent financial reporting platform (Menifee Open). Read more

Business Workshops
Thursday, March 24 @ 1:00 PM E-Commerce Basics

The Inland Empire Small Business Development Center and the Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship will host a workshop for businesses interested in launching an e-Commerce platform and growing their online presence. Register here.
Tuesday & Wednesday, March 29-30 @ 11:30 AM - Webinar Series: Contracting and Certifications 101: Is it Right For You?

The Inland Empire Small Business Development Center will be hosting a webinar series explaining the certification process and how to begin obtaining government contracts. Register here
Thursdays March 31 - May 5: e-Commerce training program

California Shop Small is a six-week training program for product-based business owners to sell products online. Completion of the program will reward participants with a six-month subscription to sell on a California branded e-Commerce platform. Register here
Thursdays May 5 - June 9: Cottage Food Operation + Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation Webinar Series

Register for this six-week program that outlines the essentials to starting your own CFO or MHKO. Classes will be held every Thursday starting May 5, from 10:00 AM - 12 PM. Sign up here
Business Grants & Loans
Riverside County to Offer COVID-19 Relief Program for Microbusinesses
The Riverside County Office of Economic Development will be accepting grant applications beginning February 14, 2022, at 8 AM. The grant aims to mitigate financial setbacks incurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is currently being carried out on a first-come, first-serve basis. A microbusiness for this grant is classified as a business with less than five employees. Click here for more information.
Restart Small Business Loans Available
The County of Riverside & AmPac Business Capital are partnering to provide emergency and ongoing capital for small businesses in Riverside County. Restart loans are available to businesses located anywhere in the county. Loans may be given for $15,000 to $30,000. Apply here.
Apply for the California Competes Tax Credit

The Californa Competes Tax Credit is an income tax credit for businesses that want to grow their business in California.

Interested in applying? Watch the California Competes Application Workshop.

The deadline to submit an application is Monday, March 28, at 11:59 PM.
Menifee Commercial Real Estate
Medical Office Building for Sale or Lease
Are you in the market for a Medical Office Building? Check out this listing for a ~2,400 square feet property located at 27188 Sun City Blvd, Menifee, CA 92586. Buying or leasing options are available.

Interested buyers should contact Eileen Doody at (949) 390 5506 or email eileen.doody@madisonmarquette.

Visit our commercial properties page for more information.
Legislative Updates
CalSavers Retirement Savings Trust Act Deadline Approaching

The State of California's retirement plan mandate for businesses with five or more employees is approaching. By June 30, 2022, employers will need to provide a retirement saving plan for their employees to avoid financial penalties.
March 21: SWCLC Session Summary

This week, the SWCLC met to declare positions on several pieces of legislation. Read summary here