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Wednesday, July 10, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Harbage Consulting UEI College ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Carefree Spa, Inc New Song Community Church North County Transit District Pierview Properties Real Estate Red & White Superette Inc. San Luis Rey Bakery and Restaurant Sleep Number Walmart #5075 Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS MiraCosta College Launches Career Mentoring Program Targeting Business and Accounting Majors   2018 Oceanside Water Quality Report   Assembly Committee Approves Sen. Bates' License Portability Bill   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Walmart Oceanside - Vista Way Remodel Team Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Gems N Loans Sales Clerk Purple Heart Originals, LLC Digital Printer Operator Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 7/11/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Military Affairs Forum 7/17/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Awards Recognition Luncheon 7/17/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM North County Young Professionals Mixer 7/25/2019 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Ocean Hills Senior Living Grand Opening 7/26/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Get Your Business Online 8/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 8/1/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 8/2/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Lighthouse 8/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 8/8/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM North County Health and Wellness Fair 8/15/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Prince of Peace Abbey 8/16/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members and Mimosas 8/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Platesfor 8 at Hunter Steakhouse Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser   Last Chance to Join Us in Honoring Oceanside's Top Businesses Wednesday, July 17, 2019 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM  El Camino Country Club  3202 Vista Way  Oceanside, CA 92056 Join the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and staff  to honor and celebrate great achievements by local businesses in a wide variety of areas. We will recognize Small Business of the Year, Corporate Citizen of the Year, Non-Profit of the Year, Military Service Partner of the Year, Arts and Culture Partner of the Year, and Oceanside Chamber Citizen of the Year. This event will feature a delicious lunch, business awards presentation and many opportunities to make connections. We will also recognize many longtime chamber members who have anniversaries this year, including 5 years, 10 years, 15 years...all the way up to 70 years! More details and registration.  Military Affairs Forum Tomorrow! Thursday, July 11, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. Andy "Doc" Ortega, District Representative for Military & Veterans Affairs in U.S. Congressman Mike Levin's office, will be providing a more comprehensive update on the military and veterans issues Congressman Levin has working on lately. Fernando Hernández, Field Representative for the Office of Assemblywoman Tasha Boerner Horvath, will also be giving an update on the military issues their office has been handling. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month (odd numbered months), from 8am to 9:00am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. North County Young Professionals Mixer Next Wednesday! Wednesday, July 17, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Rais Case Building  1834 S. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us as North River Farms invites young professionals to an evening in South O! Come learn about projects happening in North County and discover new ways to get involved. The event is FREE and will feature guest presentations, food and drinks sponsored by North River Farms! More details and registration.  Get Your Business Online Friday, July 26, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 This session will discuss what a Business Profile on Google is and review the features that help you to manage business information and connect with customers across Google Search and Maps. We’ll walk you through how to claim or verify your free Business Profile, and provide you with time to claim your profile and gain hands on support with any questions you have surrounding Google My Business. Sessions are moderated by John Moore of SonicSpider, a local online development and marketing company, and are free for both Chamber members and prospective members to attend. More details and registration.  Oceanside Quarterly Journal: Reach Thousands of Homes & Businesses! Have you considered how an ad in our Quarterly Journal to help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 15,000 copies of the Quarterly Journal, with over 13,000 direct mailed to local business and residents. The publication features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights. For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Lowe or Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber or call 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Upcoming Chamber Events Offer Great Opportunities for Business Branding and Exposure  If being a part of some of Oceanside's most popular events sounds interesting to you, then you need to consider participating in one of our upcoming community events... North County Health Fair, Oceanside Harbor Days and the Oceanside Senior Expo. For local businesses, these events offer a great opportunity to reach out to thousands of customers. Chamber members receive substantial discounts on booth space at all of these events. Our sponsorship opportunities provide a way for businesses to take advantage of the strong branding associates with our events. North County Health Fair 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM  Thursday, August 8, 2019 City of Oceanside, Civic Center Plaza 300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 The North County Health Fair is free to the public and a great way to receive information, meet a new health specialist, take advantage of free screenings and learn more about healthy living.  Located at the beautiful Oceanside Civic Center Plaza, the North County Health Fair will run concurrently with the popular Downtown Farmer Market. More details. Register Online Oceanside Harbor Days Saturday, September 21, 2019 - Sunday, September 22, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Oceanside Harbor District  1540 Harbor Dr. North  Oceanside, CA 92054 On September 21-22, 2019  the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce along with Tri-City Medical Center and Genentech will present Oceanside Harbor Days at the Oceanside Harbor. The event will feature arts and craft exhibits, great food and fun activities for the entire family. The event is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Application Oceanside Senior Expo  Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM City of Oceanside Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Space Registration Form Register Online For more information, please call the Oceanside Chamber (760) 722-1534.  Ocean Hills Senior Living Grand Opening Thursday, July 25, 2019 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Ocean Hills Independent/Assisted Living and Memory Care  4500 Cannon Rd.  Oceanside, CA 92056 Please join us for a festive evening of elegance to celebrate Ocean Hills’ Grand Opening! Tour our beautiful Community, enjoy live entertainment, flamenco dancing, ice cream extravaganzas and extraordinary culinary creations paired with California wines created by our own chef, Ernest Fong. Meet our Team, Investors, Management and local Community Leaders as we celebrate together! Complimentary valet will also be available. More details. Western Dental Kids Grand Opening Photo Gallery On Saturday, June 29th, Western Dental Kids celebrated their Grand Opening at 3805 Mission Ave., Ste. A  in Oceanside. The event featured a DJ, tacos, face painting, balloon art and prizes. Many of Oceanside's newest pageant winners came out to show their support and the business received a Certificate of Recognition from Assemblymember Tasha Boerner Horvath. The spacious, brightly colored office provides comprehensive pediatric dental services, including sealants to help prevent cavities, fluoride treatments, hygiene and a full-service orthodontics department. Western Dental Kids accepts most forms of dental insurance, including Medi-Cal Dental and look forward to serving the growing Oceanside community. More photos. Nominate an Environmental Hero for Cox Conserves Heroes Award Thru July 31 The Cox Conserves Heroes program honors environmental volunteers who create, preserve or enhance shared outdoor spaces in their local communities. One California Cox Conserve Hero will designate a $10,000 grant to the environmental nonprofit of their choice, given by the James M. Cox Foundation, the Cox-affiliated foundation. The James M. Cox Foundation will also award $50,000 to the national winner’s nonprofit of choice. ​​​​Nominate a volunteer today through July 31. More details. OYPN Mixer at Goat Hill Park Photo Gallery The Chamber’s Oceanside Young Professional Network held fun filled night at Goat Hill Park's driving range on Thursday, June 27th from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Goat Hill Park provided a beautiful evening for our young professionals. Attendees got both the chance to network with one another and test out their golfing skills in a relaxed setting. The Park opened a few stalls in the driving range and supplied all equipment. Thank you so much to Intesa Communications Group for sponsoring all the drinks! More photos. 8th Annual North County Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (GRG) Symposium August 24, 2019 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM North Inland Live Well Center 649 W. Mission Ave. Escondido, CA 92025 This free community event is hosted in partnership with YMCA of San Diego County and 2-1-1 San Diego to provide information, resources and services to grandparents raising grandchildren and other relative caregivers raising young family members. The theme of the symposium is, “Growing Wings: Embracing the Beauty and Power of Change” in celebration of the process of transformation experienced by kinship families. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an array of activities throughout the day to connect with other families and individuals with similar life experiences and learn about local support groups. More details and registration. City of Oceanside Unveils Innovative Food Recovery and Preservation Kitchen to Reduce Waste and Feed the Community  On June 22, the City of Oceanside opened the doors to its Green Oceanside Kitchen—a state-of-the-art food recovery and preservation facility at the El Corazon Senior Center, providing innovative solutions to food waste, hunger and environmental and culinary education in North San Diego County. One of the most comprehensive facilities of its kind in the nation, the Green Oceanside Kitchen is the result of a public-private partnership between the City of Oceanside and O’side Kitchen Collaborative (OKC). The facility includes a 17,000 square foot commercial kitchen, a 500 square foot freezer that can hold about a semi-truck load of food and an interactive demonstration kitchen for culinary arts training and education. The facility was designed to maximize food recovery and preservation with specialty equipment installed throughout. More details. Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)  (Source: City of Oceanside) Oceanside Unified School District News -   California School Districts must create a Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) to address State Priority Areas by setting goals, establishing actions and services, and describing how the district will use its budget to achieve those goals. Oceanside Unified School District developed a draft 2019 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), based on new data and stakeholder input.  OUSD is seeking feedback from parents and community members on the proposed LCAP. More details. Calling All Small Businesses: Take One Simple Step to Reduce Summer Bill Spikes (Source: SDG&E) ​​​​Last summer, many small businesses were hit by unusually high energy bills due to record breaking temperatures and other factors. This summer, making a simple change in energy pricing plans could help small businesses alleviate bill spikes even when temperatures rise, and air conditioners are on full blast. Many small businesses are on an energy plan known as “Time-of-Use – event day plan”. This plan is subject to “Reduce Your Use” days in which the price for energy rises as much as 400% during certain time periods due to the need to conserve energy to prevent blackouts. More details. Meet the Buyers - Oceanside ​​​​​​Friday, July 12, 2019 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM El Corazon Senior Center 3302 Senior Center Dr. Oceanside, CA 92056 “Meet the Buyers” Tour is coming to Oceanside bringing buyers and small business advocates from agencies, large corporations and prime contractors together to help small businesses work with their organizations successfully. There are different buyers and experts at each “Meet the Buyers”. Participating organizations may include: AECOM, AT&T, Balfour Beatty, Bingham Construction, Blue Book, Butier Engineering, Inc., C.W. Driver, CalFire, California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and many more. Participants are subject to change. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the buyers, advocates and small business experts. More details and registration. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, August 2, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Lighthouse Fish and Seafood Market/Oyster Bar ​​​​​RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. Wednesday, August 21, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hunter Steakhouse ​​​​​RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. Thursday, September 5, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Rockin' Baja Coastal Cantina ​​​​​RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, July 3, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Connect Hearing SD Party Rentals Vista Unified School District ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Assistance League North Coast FoxFury, LLC Masters Kitchen Cocktail Real Property Management SAC Accounting, Inc. Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS MiraCosta College New Construction Opportunity: Bids Are Being Accepted for Construction of New Student Services Building at the San Elijo Campus   Scripps First to Use New Liver Transport System in San Diego County   Del Mar Bluffs Stabilization Efforts Recieve $6.13 Million from the State.   City of Oceanside Water Utilities to Receive $1.5 Million in Grant Funding   2018 Oceanside Water Quality Report   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Walmart Oceanside - Vista Way Remodel Team Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Gems N Loans Sales Clerk Purple Heart Originals, LLC Digital Printer Operator Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi 6/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Young Professionals Mixer 6/28/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM One More Customer Webcast: Leading Transformational Change 6/29/2019 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Western Dental Kids Grand Opening 7/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 7/9/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Tap That Tap Room 7/11/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Military Affairs Forum 7/17/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Awards Recognition Luncheon 8/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 8/1/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 8/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 8/8/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM North County Health and Wellness Fair 8/16/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members and Mimosas Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser   Join Us in Honoring Oceanside's Top Businesses Wednesday, July 17, 2019 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM  El Camino Country Club  3202 Vista Way  Oceanside, CA 92056 Join the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and staff  to honor and celebrate great achievements by local businesses in a wide variety of areas. We will recognize Small Business of the Year, Corporate Citizen of the Year, Non-Profit of the Year, Military Service Partner of the Year, Arts and Culture Partner of the Year, and Oceanside Chamber Citizen of the Year. This event will feature a delicious lunch, business awards presentation and many opportunities to make connections. We will also recognize many longtime chamber members who have anniversaries this year, including 5 years, 10 years, 15 years...all the way up to 70 years! More details and registration.  Business After Hours at Tap That Tap Room Tuesday, July 09, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM  Tap That Draft Beer Services and Tap Room  3207 Roymar Rd., Ste. E  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join the Oceanside Chamber for Business After Hours on the Second Tuesday of every other month from 5:00 - 6:30pm. This is a free, casual meet up for local business community members. Business After Hours is open to Chamber Members and Non-members, so bring a friend and make new ones! Come on in to the Tap That Tap Room and enjoy a cold draft brew from one of our local San Diego and Southern California area breweries! With 20+ local beers on tap every day and over 170 bottled and canned craft beers for on site enjoyment or  to-go, Tap That has something for every beer-lover’s tastes. Step in to the Tap Room and you will instantly feel like you are a member of the Tap That Family! See Ya Soon Friends! Cheers! More details and registration.  Military Affairs Forum Thursday, July 11, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. Andy "Doc" Ortega, District Representative for Military & Veterans Affairs in U.S. Congressman Mike Levin's office, will be providing a more comprehensive update on the military and veterans issues Congressman Levin has working on lately. Fernando Hernández, Field Representative for the Office of Assemblywoman Tasha Boerner Horvath, will also be giving an update on the military issues their office has been handling. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month (odd numbered months), from 8am to 9:00am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. North County Young Professionals Mixer Wednesday, July 17, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Rais Case Building  1834 S. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us as North River Farms invites young professionals to an evening in South O! Come learn about projects happening in North County and discover new ways to get involved. The event is FREE and will feature guest presentations, food and drinks sponsored by North River Farms! More details and registration. Upcoming Chamber Events Offer Great Opportunities for Business Branding and Exposure  If being a part of some of Oceanside's most popular events sounds interesting to you, then you need to consider participating in one of our upcoming community events... North County Health Fair, Oceanside Harbor Days and the Oceanside Senior Expo. For local businesses, these events offer a great opportunity to reach out to thousands of customers. Chamber members receive substantial discounts on booth space at all of these events. Our sponsorship opportunities provide a way for businesses to take advantage of the strong branding associates with our events. North County Health Fair 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM  Thursday, August 8, 2019 City of Oceanside, Civic Center Plaza 300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 The North County Health Fair is free to the public and a great way to receive information, meet a new health specialist, take advantage of free screenings and learn more about healthy living.  Located at the beautiful Oceanside Civic Center Plaza, the North County Health Fair will run concurrently with the popular Downtown Farmer Market. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Space Registration Form Register Online Oceanside Harbor Days Saturday, September 21, 2019 - Sunday, September 22, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Oceanside Harbor District  1540 Harbor Dr. North  Oceanside, CA 92054 On September 21-22, 2019  the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce along with Tri-City Medical Center and Genentech will present Oceanside Harbor Days at the Oceanside Harbor. The event will feature arts and craft exhibits, great food and fun activities for the entire family. The event is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Application Oceanside Senior Expo  Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM City of Oceanside Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Space Registration Form Register Online For more information, please call the Oceanside Chamber (760) 722-1534. Nominate an Environmental Hero for Cox Conserves Heroes Award Thru July 31 The Cox Conserves Heroes program honors environmental volunteers who create, preserve or enhance shared outdoor spaces in their local communities. One California Cox Conserve Hero will designate a $10,000 grant to the environmental nonprofit of their choice, given by the James M. Cox Foundation, the Cox-affiliated foundation. The James M. Cox Foundation will also award $50,000 to the national winner’s nonprofit of choice. ​​​​Nominate a volunteer today through July 31. More details. Oceanside Chamber Business Journal – Digital Version Now Available ​​​​​Read the digital version of the Oceanside Chamber’s 2nd Quarterly Business Journal. This edition features the Chamber’s policy platform on housing adopted by the Board, discusses tips provided by Waste Management for a sustainable, green summer, and spotlights on the American Red Cross and the North Coastal Prevention Coalition. You’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Economic Development News. Digital version. OYPN Mixer at Goat Hill Park Photo Gallery The Chamber’s Oceanside Young Professional Network held fun filled night at Goat Hill Park's driving range on Thursday, June 27th from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Goat Hill Park provided a beautiful evening for our young professionals. Attendees got both the chance to network with one another and test out their golfing skills in a relaxed setting. The Park opened a few stalls in the driving range and supplied all equipment. Thank you so much to Intesa Communications Group for sponsoring all the drinks! More photos. SCORE Women’s Networking Breakfast Friday, July 12, 2019 7:45 AM - 11:00 AM Handlery Hotel San Diego 950 Hotel Circle North, San Diego 92108 In this interactive session you will develop skills transferable to ANY situation in your personal and professional life. Take a quick assessment to understand your current communication styles, then discover the multiple channels of listening — and how to connect with each. Transfer these skills to your sales and marketing efforts, networking, speaking, and managing others, in your relationships and even in parenting! You will learn how to: Understand other “channels" Establish instant rapport and respect with others Apply these skills immediately in all areas of your life More details.  8th Annual North County Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (GRG) Symposium August 24, 2019 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM North Inland Live Well Center 649 W. Mission Ave. Escondido, CA 92025 This free community event is hosted in partnership with YMCA of San Diego County and 2-1-1 San Diego to provide information, resources and services to grandparents raising grandchildren and other relative caregivers raising young family members. The theme of the symposium is, “Growing Wings: Embracing the Beauty and Power of Change” in celebration of the process of transformation experienced by kinship families. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an array of activities throughout the day to connect with other families and individuals with similar life experiences and learn about local support groups. More details and registration. City of Oceanside Unveils Innovative Food Recovery and Preservation Kitchen to Reduce Waste and Feed the Community  On June 22, the City of Oceanside opened the doors to its Green Oceanside Kitchen—a state-of-the-art food recovery and preservation facility at the El Corazon Senior Center, providing innovative solutions to food waste, hunger and environmental and culinary education in North San Diego County. One of the most comprehensive facilities of its kind in the nation, the Green Oceanside Kitchen is the result of a public-private partnership between the City of Oceanside and O’side Kitchen Collaborative (OKC). The facility includes a 17,000 square foot commercial kitchen, a 500 square foot freezer that can hold about a semi-truck load of food and an interactive demonstration kitchen for culinary arts training and education. The facility was designed to maximize food recovery and preservation with specialty equipment installed throughout. More details. Sen. Bates Honors Oceanside's PJ Graphics as Small Business of the Year Senator Patricia Bates (R-Laguna Niguel) today honored veteran-owned PJ Graphics as the 2019 Small Business of the Year for the 36th Senate District. “PJ Graphics embodies the spirit of service, perseverance, and hard work that define small business,” said Senator Bates, a former small business owner. “I congratulate Tom and Helen Hartley for their successful stewardship of PJ Graphics and for serving their customers with innovative service. It is also noteworthy that it is a veteran-owned business, which I hope will inspire other military veterans to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.” More details.  Build NCC Partners with Waze Carpool to Offer Promotion Looking for ways to save time and money on your North Coast Corridor commute? To help you with your commute during the busy summer months, the Caltrans and SANDAG Build NCC team and SANDAG iCommute have partnered with Waze Carpool to offer North Coast Corridor commuters $2 flat rate rides for those traveling to or from one of these areas between June 1 and August 1, 2019. Drivers will be compensated up to $15 per ride, and passengers only pay $2. More details. FasTrak Customers, You’ve Got Mail. Beginning this month, The Toll Roads of Orange County are mailing 15,000 new sticker transponders per weekday to FasTrak® account holders to replace the hard-case transponders currently in use. The new transparent, bandage-size transponder is free and adheres to the inside of a windshield to collect tolls. Communication began in April, notifying more than 650,000 FasTrak account holders of the approaching introduction of sticker transponders by sending an informational postcard and issuing new license agreements. Customers will receive one sticker transponder for each vehicle listed on the account. More details. Oceanside Tourism Impact  (Source: City of Oceanside) Tourism continues to be on an upward trend in Oceanside, according to recent reports by Visit Oceanside, the destination marketing organization for the City.  There's been a consistent increase in visitors, travel spending and travel industry employment over the last eight years with 2018 reaching record highs. According to the most recent study, visitor spending in Oceanside in 2018 was $382 million, representing a 6 percent increase from 2017. The visitor spending directly supported more than 3,500 jobs in Oceanside. The City of Oceanside uses lodging tax funds (TOT) to support vital city services including parks, recreation, and public safety. More details. Stay Cool This Summer at Cool Zones (Source: SDG&E) ​​​​Did you know there are designated places in San Diego County where you can cool off on a hot summer day? These places are called Cool Zones. They are community facilities, such as libraries and senior centers, that are air-conditioned and open to the public. Anyone can head to a Cool Zone to beat the heat. Cool Zones are established especially with vulnerable populations in mind, such as low-income seniors, budget-constrained families, and people with  disabilities. The sites help people save on energy costs and conserve energy for the whole community. More details. It Pays for Employers to File Payroll Taxes Electronically Business owners who file payroll and employment taxes using paper forms should consider filing these electronically. Here are some of the forms employers can e-file: Form 940, Employer's Annual Federal Unemployment Tax Return: Employers use this form to report annual Federal Unemployment Tax Act tax. Form 941, Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return: Employers use this form to report income taxes, social security tax, or Medicare tax withheld from employee's paychecks. They also use it to pay the employer's portion of social security or Medicare tax. Form 943, Employer's Annual Federal Tax Return for Agricultural Employees:  Employers file this form if they paid wages to one or more farmworkers, and the wages were subject to social security and Medicare taxes or federal income tax withholding. More details. Meet the Buyers - Oceanside ​​​​​​Friday, July 12, 2019 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM El Corazon Senior Center 3302 Senior Center Dr. Oceanside, CA 92056 “Meet the Buyers” Tour is coming to Oceanside bringing buyers and small business advocates from agencies, large corporations and prime contractors together to help small businesses work with their organizations successfully. There are different buyers and experts at each “Meet the Buyers”. Participating organizations may include: AECOM, AT&T, Balfour Beatty, Bingham Construction, Blue Book, Butier Engineering, Inc., C.W. Driver, CalFire, California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and many more. Participants are subject to change. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the buyers, advocates and small business experts.More details and registration. Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! PST Pool Supplies Bliss Tea and Treats Sonus Hearing Care Professionals/ American Hearing Aid Center of the South Bay, Inc ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Breakwater Community Church Graybill Medical Group - Oceanside Oceanside Sea Center Oceanside Sea Lions Club Old Town Trolley Tours of San Diego Rookies Restaurant and Sports Bar The Toll Roads of Orange County Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Oceanside Watersmart Landscape Contest Winners 2019   MiraCosta College Simplifies Financial Aid Application Process   Southern California Water Coalition Quarterly Luncheon   Noteworthy Puppets Presents: The Three Little Pigs at the Oceanside Public Library   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Walmart Oceanside - Vista Way Remodel Team Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Gems N Loans Sales Clerk Purple Heart Originals, LLC Digital Printer Operator Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi 6/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Young Professionals Mixer 6/28/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM One More Customer Webcast: Leading Transformational Change 6/29/2019 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Western Dental Kids Grand Opening 7/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 7/9/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Tap That Tap Room 7/11/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Military Affairs Forum 7/17/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Awards Recognition Luncheon 8/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 8/1/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 8/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 8/8/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM North County Health and Wellness Fair 8/16/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members and Mimosas Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser   Employers Can Help Improve the Skills Gap California employers face major workforce challenges, especially a skills gap as high school-aged students enter the workforce without the tools necessary to succeed. One strategy to effectively prepare students for the real world is Linked Learning, which is an approach to education that integrates academics, high-quality career technical education, work-based learning and student supports to help them stay on track. More details. Young Professionals Mixer Tomorrow! Thursday, June 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Goat Hill Park  2323 Goat Hill Dr.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber’s Oceanside Young Professional Network invites you out for a fun filled night at Goat Hill Park's driving range on Thursday, June 27th from 5pm-7pm. Network with local young professionals and enjoy the driving range over drinks and appetizers. All equipment will be provided at no additional cost. The kids course will also be open for play. Tickets are $20 per person. Drinks sponsored by Intesa Communications. More details and registration.  One More Customer Webcast: Leading Transformational Change This Friday! Friday, June 28, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Growing your business means leading change. But how do you bring your team along? Too many businesses get stuck trying to grow without incorporating the transformational principles that will engage, motivate, and empower their employees. Being a great business owner means being a great leader of people. During this interview, James Rosseau will share the lessons he has learned across two decades of leading transformational change in teams large and small, including: •    The 5 inherent challenges you WILL face in leading change •    The 3 themes that must guide your efforts to empower you team •    How to create top line and bottom line growth as a result More details. Join the Fun at Western Dental Kids Saturday, June 29, 2019 11:00 PM - 2:00 PM  Western Dental Kids  3805 Mission Ave., Ste. A  Oceanside, CA 92054 Western Dental Kids is celebrating its Grand Opening with an Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Saturday, June 29th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Guests will be treated to refreshments, face painting, balloon artists, raffles, giveaways and toys. The dental team will also take guests on a behind-the-scenes tour of the office. The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will begin promptly at noon. It’s also an ideal time to make an appointment for a routine dental exam, teeth cleaning, or any other dental work that your child might need. In addition to a dental exam, consider dental sealants and fluoride treatments, both designed to prevent cavities and build strong, healthy teeth in young patients. Many of those services are covered by most dental plans, including MediCal and Medicaid, especially for kids. If you are interested in hosting a table at our event, please reach out to Jacqueline Phan. More details.  First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, July 02, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber's "First Tuesday Coffee" is a great networking opportunity and is open to chamber members and prospective members*. There is no cost to attend for members. Our format for the "First Tuesday Coffee" is roundtable "self-introductions", so come prepared to meet some great local business people and to tell them more about your business. Also be sure to bring plenty of business cards. Prospective members must call Emerald or Quinton at (760) 722-1534 prior to attending and may attend 1 meeting as a guest before joining. If you are a member who would like to bring a guest, please call Emerald at 760-722-1534 to arrange for a guest pass. Guest passes will not be given at the door. More details and registration.  Business After Hours at Tap That Tap Room Tuesday, July 09, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM  Tap That Draft Beer Services and Tap Room  3207 Roymar Rd., Ste. E  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join the Oceanside Chamber for Business After Hours on the Second Tuesday of every other month from 5:00 - 6:30pm. This is a free, casual meet up for local business community members. Business After Hours is open to Chamber Members and Non-members, so bring a friend and make new ones! Come on in to the Tap That Tap Room and enjoy a cold draft brew from one of our local San Diego and Southern California area breweries! With 20+ local beers on tap every day and over 170 bottled and canned craft beers for on site enjoyment or  to-go, Tap That has something for every beer-lover’s tastes. Step in to the Tap Room and you will instantly feel like you are a member of the Tap That Family! See Ya Soon Friends! Cheers! More details and registration.  Military Affairs Forum Thursday, July 11, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. Andy "Doc" Ortega, District Representative for Military & Veterans Affairs in U.S. Congressman Mike Levin's office, will be providing a more comprehensive update on the military and veterans issues Congressman Levin has working on lately. Fernando Hernández, Field Representative for the Office of Assemblywoman Tasha Boerner Horvath, will also be giving an update on the military issues their office has been handling. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month (odd numbered months), from 8am to 9:00am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. Awards and Recognition Luncheon Wednesday, July 17, 2019 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM  El Camino Country Club  3202 Vista Way  Oceanside, CA 92056 Join the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and staff  to honor and celebrate great achievements by local businesses in a wide variety of areas. We will recognize Small Business of the Year, Non-Profit of the Year, Green Business of the Year, Education Partner of the Year, Young Professional of the Year and Oceanside Chamber Citizen of the Year.This event will feature a delicious lunch, and opportunity to make connections, and business awards presentations. We will also recognize many longtime chamber members who have anniversaries this year, including 5 years, 10 years, 15 years...all the way up to 70+ years! More details and registration. Upcoming Chamber Events Offer Great Opportunities for Business Branding and Exposure  If being a part of some of Oceanside's most popular events sounds interesting to you, then you need to consider participating in one of our upcoming community events... North County Health Fair, Oceanside Harbor Days and the Oceanside Senior Expo. For local businesses, these events offer a great opportunity to reach out to thousands of customers. Chamber members receive substantial discounts on booth space at all of these events. Our sponsorship opportunities provide a way for businesses to take advantage of the strong branding associates with our events. North County Health Fair 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM  Thursday, August 8, 2019 City of Oceanside, Civic Center Plaza 300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 The North County Health Fair is free to the public and a great way to receive information, meet a new health specialist, take advantage of free screenings and learn more about healthy living.  Located at the beautiful Oceanside Civic Center Plaza, the North County Health Fair will run concurrently with the popular Downtown Farmer Market. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Space Registration Form Register Online Oceanside Harbor Days Saturday, September 21, 2019 - Sunday, September 22, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Oceanside Harbor District  1540 Harbor Dr. North  Oceanside, CA 92054 On September 21-22, 2019  the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce along with Tri-City Medical Center and Genentech will present Oceanside Harbor Days at the Oceanside Harbor. The event will feature arts and craft exhibits, great food and fun activities for the entire family. The event is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Application Oceanside Senior Expo  Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM City of Oceanside Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Space Registration Form Register Online For more information, please call the Oceanside Chamber (760) 722-1534. 25th Annual Oceanside Independence Parade Saturday, June 29, 2019 10:00 AM Downtown Oceanside Join MainStreet Oceanside on Saturday, June 29, 2019, for the 25th Annual Oceanside Independence Parade. Come see floats, bands, walking groups, vintage cars and more go by on Coast Highway from Wisconsin Avenue north to Civic Center Drive (just past City Hall). This year’s theme is once again "Hometown Heroes.”The parade will start at 10 a.m. at the intersection of North Coast Highway and Wisconsin Avenue. Running time from beginning to end is about two hours. The parade can be viewed from the sidewalks along the entire route. Spectators are encouraged to bring folding chairs. The highest concentration of viewers will be on the north end of the route past Seagaze Avenue. More details. SCORE Women’s Networking Breakfast Friday, July 12, 2019 7:45 AM - 11:00 AM Handlery Hotel San Diego 950 Hotel Circle North, San Diego 92108 In this interactive session you will develop skills transferable to ANY situation in your personal and professional life. Take a quick assessment to understand your current communication styles, then discover the multiple channels of listening — and how to connect with each. Transfer these skills to your sales and marketing efforts, networking, speaking, and managing others, in your relationships and even in parenting! You will learn how to: Understand other “channels" Establish instant rapport and respect with others Apply these skills immediately in all areas of your life More details.  City of Oceanside Unveils Innovative Food Recovery and Preservation Kitchen to Reduce Waste and Feed the Community  On June 22, the City of Oceanside opened the doors to its Green Oceanside Kitchen—a state-of-the-art food recovery and preservation facility at the El Corazon Senior Center, providing innovative solutions to food waste, hunger and environmental and culinary education in North San Diego County. One of the most comprehensive facilities of its kind in the nation, the Green Oceanside Kitchen is the result of a public-private partnership between the City of Oceanside and O’side Kitchen Collaborative (OKC). The facility includes a 17,000 square foot commercial kitchen, a 500 square foot freezer that can hold about a semi-truck load of food and an interactive demonstration kitchen for culinary arts training and education. The facility was designed to maximize food recovery and preservation with specialty equipment installed throughout. More details. Sen. Bates Honors Oceanside's PJ Graphics as Small Business of the Year Senator Patricia Bates (R-Laguna Niguel) today honored veteran-owned PJ Graphics as the 2019 Small Business of the Year for the 36th Senate District. Senator Bates recognized owners Tom and Helen Hartley during the California Small Business Day awards lunch at Sacramento’s Sheraton Grand Hotel. “PJ Graphics embodies the spirit of service, perseverance, and hard work that define small business,” said Senator Bates, a former small business owner. “I congratulate Tom and Helen Hartley for their successful stewardship of PJ Graphics and for serving their customers with innovative service. It is also noteworthy that it is a veteran-owned business, which I hope will inspire other military veterans to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.” More details.  Sew O'side Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery On Friday, June 14th Sew O’side celebrated the grand opening of their new location at 3375 Mission Ave., Suite F in Oceanside. Many of Oceanside's newest pageant winners came out to show their support and the business received a Certificate of Recognition from Assemblymember Tasha Boerner Horvath.  Their newly established location provides a larger space to serve our community. The owner Amanda Gerard has created quality, easy to follow classes, designed with beginners in mind for children and adults. They currently offer Semi-Private Sewing lessons and Project Workshops and Multi-day Sewing Camps. More photos. Discounted Online Sexual Harassment Prevention Training *Mandatory for employers with five or more employees* Effective January 1, 2019, California employers with 5 or more employees (including those located out of state) are required to provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees before January 1,2020. The minimum count of "5" employees includes seasonal and temporary hires as well as independent contractors. That's 2 hours of sexual harassment prevention training to California supervisors (and to out-of-state supervisors of California employees), and 1 hour of such training to non-supervisory employees in California. Training must take place within 6 months of hire or promotion and every 2 years thereafter. To comply with the January 1, 2020 deadline, all employees must be trained during the 2019 calendar year. More details.   Build NCC Partners with Waze Carpool to Offer Promotion Looking for ways to save time and money on your North Coast Corridor commute? To help you with your commute during the busy summer months, the Caltrans and SANDAG Build NCC team and SANDAG iCommute have partnered with Waze Carpool to offer North Coast Corridor commuters $2 flat rate rides for those traveling to or from one of these areas between June 1 and August 1, 2019. Drivers will be compensated up to $15 per ride, and passengers only pay $2. More details. 2020 Citizens Redistricting Commission Every ten years, after the federal census, California must re-establish the boundaries of its Congressional, State Senate, State Assembly, and State Board of Equalization districts to reflect new population data and shifting populations. The Voters FIRST Act gave this power to California citizens ensuring that new and fair political boundaries are drawn without special interests, politics and political influence. California citizens who are eligible may submit an online application to the California State Auditor’s Office during the initial 60-day application period from June 10, 2019, to August 9, 2019. More details.  FasTrak Customers, You’ve Got Mail. Beginning this month, The Toll Roads of Orange County are mailing 15,000 new sticker transponders per weekday to FasTrak® account holders to replace the hard-case transponders currently in use. The new transparent, bandage-size transponder is free and adheres to the inside of a windshield to collect tolls. Communication began in April, notifying more than 650,000 FasTrak account holders of the approaching introduction of sticker transponders by sending an informational postcard and issuing new license agreements. Customers will receive one sticker transponder for each vehicle listed on the account. More details. Get the free San Diego County Emergency App  (Source: City of Oceanside) Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, so it is important to plan in advance: how you will contact one another; how you will get back together; and what you will do in different disaster situations. The SD Emergency App contains disaster preparedness information, interactive checklists to help you to create your emergency plan, build an emergency supplies kit, and when disaster strikes; the SD Emergency App will keep you and your family informed with emergency updates, interactive emergency maps, and shelter locations. More details. A 1969 Early Electric Vehicle (Source: SDG&E) ​​​​Our company’s interest in electric cars goes back half a century. Looking through our archives, we found a picture of a research car that SDG&E had converted in 1969 to run on electricity. It was meant as a demonstration of early electric vehicle technology. Today, SDG&E has an entire group dedicated to advancing clean transportation. The goal of this group is to expand the electric vehicle charging infrastructure in this region so it's easier for people and businesses to make the switch to low- or zero-emission electric cars, trucks and equipment. More details. Taking Care of Business: Recordkeeping for Small Businesses Small business owners should keep good records. This applies to all businesses, whether they have a couple dozen employees or just a few. Whether they install software or make soft-serve. Whether they cut hair or cut lawns. Keeping good records is an important part of running a successful business. More details. Government Contracting in a Day ​​​​​​Wednesday, July 3, 2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This workshop is packed with all the information you need to get started with government contracting and then some! The instructor will cover what you need to get started, how to find your buyer, creating a capabilities statement, what certifications are available, and how to write a proposal all in one day! More details and registration. Free Banner for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Please reach out to Alphagraphics Oceanside and ask for Chris. Mention this ad and you will receive a free 6’ x 3’ Grand Opening Banner for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. All you need is your logo and a description of what you would like to say on the banner. You can reach Chris at: Alphagraphics Oceanside, 1920 Oceanside Blvd. #2, Oceanside, CA 92054, by phone760-722-1485 or by email at chris.weiner@alphagraphics.com. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Thursday, June 27, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Mangia e Bevi RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

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Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Non-Profit Management Consulting Orfila Vineyards & Winery ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Design Hair, Nails & Spa Excell Research Martha (Marti) Farris MakeMy Vacation.com North County Financial Associates Ocean Hills Country Club Homeowners Association Pacific Coast Real Estate - Doug Thompson Pryor Products Rodeway Inn Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Prevent Financial Elder Abuse   Oceanside Charitable Foundation Awards Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside $15,000 for Culinary Arts & Workforce Development Program   Free Art Classes for Teens   Free Zumba Classes for Teens   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Gems N Loans Sales Clerk Purple Heart Originals, LLC Digital Printer Operator Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 6/20/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Business Mixer at Arrowood Golf Course 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi 6/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Young Professionals Mixer 6/28/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM One More Customer Webcast: Leading Transformational Change 6/29/2019 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Western Dental Kids Grand Opening 7/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 7/9/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Tap That Tap Room 7/11/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Military Affairs Forum 7/17/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Awards Recognition Luncheon 8/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 8/1/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 8/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 8/8/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM North County Health and Wellness Fair 8/16/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members and Mimosas Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser   Recent CalChamber Podcasts on Common Employer Problems: Misclassification, Breaks (Source: CalChamber) The latest two episodes of The Workplace, a CalChamber podcast, deal with common issues employers face — misclassifying workers and not following meal and rest break rules. There are so many different types of workers: hourly employees, managers, supervisors, exempt employees, and independent contractors. But how do you classify each one under California labor laws? In an episode of The Workplace, CalChamber Executive Vice President and General Counsel Erika Frank discusses exempt employee misclassification with employment law expert Jennifer Shaw. They discuss the differences between exempt and nonexempt employees and the common mistakes employers make when classifying their employees as exempt. More details. Make New Connections: Business Mixer at Arrowood Golf Course Tomorrow! Thursday, June 20, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Arrowood Golf Course  5201A Village Dr.  Oceanside, CA 92057 Join us on June 20, 2019 for a Business Mixer at the beautiful Arrrowood Golf Course located at 5201-A Village Drive, Oceanside CA 92057.  Enjoy food a no-host bar, appetizers, networking and some great door and raffle prizes. Clive Berkman, Director of Food and Beverage, of Arrowood Golf Course has a delicious menu planned for our June Mixer. Raffle proceeds will benefit the Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club. Cost of admission is $5 for Oceanside Chamber Members (Pre-Paid online) or $10 at the Door. Non-Member price is $20. If you have a door or raffle prize to donate, please contact Event Coordinator Kristi Hawthorne at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com or 760-722-1534 ext 104. More details ​​​​​​ Young Professionals Mixer Thursday, June 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Goat Hill Park  2323 Goat Hill Dr.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber’s Oceanside Young Professional Network invites you out for a fun filled night at Goat Hill Park's driving range on Thursday, June 27th from 5pm-7pm. Meet John Ashworth- the man behind both Linksoul & Goat Hill Park and learn how he and his team not only saved but revitalized the self-proclaimed “people’s park of Oceanside”. Network with local young professionals and enjoy the driving range over drinks and appetizers. All equipment will be provided at no additional cost. The kids course will also be open for play. Tickets are $20 per person. Drinks sponsored by Intesa Communications. More details and registration.  You are invited to Meet Your North County Elected Officials  Thursday, June 27, 2019 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM  MiraCosta College San Elijo  3333 Manchester Ave. #200 Encinitas, CA 92007 This is an opportunity for the elected officials in coastal North County from local government, K-16 education, the state, and special districts to come together with business and civic leadership in the region. We expect over 75 elected leaders from North County and a similar number of business leaders. Light refreshments will be served along with a no-host bar. At 3:30 p.m. MiraCosta College Superintendent/President Dr. Sunny Cooke will make welcoming remarks followed with Assemblymember Tasha Boerner-Horvath and State Senator Patricia Bates (confirmation pending) to provide the inside perspective on what is happening in Sacramento and the implications for North County. More details and registration.  Join the Fun at Western Dental Kids Saturday, June 29, 2019 11:00 PM - 2:00 PM  Western Dental Kids  3805 Mission Ave., Ste. A  Oceanside, CA 92054 Western Dental Kids is celebrating its Grand Opening with an Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Saturday, June 29th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Guests will be treated to refreshments, face painting, balloon artists, raffles, giveaways and toys. The dental team will also take guests on a behind-the-scenes tour of the office. The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will begin promptly at noon. It’s also an ideal time to make an appointment for a routine dental exam, teeth cleaning, or any other dental work that your child might need. In addition to a dental exam, consider dental sealants and fluoride treatments, both designed to prevent cavities and build strong, healthy teeth in young patients. Many of those services are covered by most dental plans, including MediCal and Medicaid, especially for kids. If you are interested in hosting a table at our event, please reach out to Jacqueline Phan. More details.  Upcoming Chamber Events Offer Great Opportunities for Business Branding and Exposure  If being a part of some of Oceanside's most popular events sounds interesting to you, then you need to consider participating in one of our upcoming community events... North County Health Fair, Oceanside Harbor Days and the Oceanside Senior Expo. For local businesses, these events offer a great opportunity to reach out to thousands of customers. Chamber members receive substantial discounts on booth space at all of these events. Our sponsorship opportunities provide a way for businesses to take advantage of the strong branding associates with our events. North County Health Fair 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM  Thursday, August 8, 2019 City of Oceanside, Civic Center Plaza 300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 The North County Health Fair is free to the public and a great way to receive information, meet a new health specialist, take advantage of free screenings and learn more about healthy living.  Located at the beautiful Oceanside Civic Center Plaza, the North County Health Fair will run concurrently with the popular Downtown Farmer Market. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Space Registration Form Register Online Oceanside Harbor Days Saturday, September 21, 2019 - Sunday, September 22, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Oceanside Harbor District  1540 Harbor Dr. North  Oceanside, CA 92054 On September 21-22, 2019  the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce along with Tri-City Medical Center and Genentech will present Oceanside Harbor Days at the Oceanside Harbor. The event will feature arts and craft exhibits, great food and fun activities for the entire family. The event is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Application Oceanside Senior Expo  Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM City of Oceanside Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Space Registration Form Register Online For more information, please call the Oceanside Chamber (760) 722-1534. 25th Annual Oceanside Independence Parade Saturday, June 29, 2019 10:00 AM Downtown Oceanside Join MainStreet Oceanside on Saturday, June 29, 2019, for the 25th Annual Oceanside Independence Parade. Come see floats, bands, walking groups, vintage cars and more go by on Coast Highway from Wisconsin Avenue north to Civic Center Drive (just past City Hall). This year’s theme is once again "Hometown Heroes.”The parade will start at 10 a.m. at the intersection of North Coast Highway and Wisconsin Avenue. Running time from beginning to end is about two hours. The parade can be viewed from the sidewalks along the entire route. Spectators are encouraged to bring folding chairs. The highest concentration of viewers will be on the north end of the route past Seagaze Avenue. More details. SCORE Women’s Networking Breakfast Friday, July 12, 2019 7:45 AM - 11:00 AM Handlery Hotel San Diego 950 Hotel Circle North, San Diego 92108 In this interactive session you will develop skills transferable to ANY situation in your personal and professional life. Take a quick assessment to understand your current communication styles, then discover the multiple channels of listening — and how to connect with each. Transfer these skills to your sales and marketing efforts, networking, speaking, and managing others, in your relationships and even in parenting! You will learn how to: Understand other “channels" Establish instant rapport and respect with others Apply these skills immediately in all areas of your life More details. Discounted Online Sexual Harassment Prevention Training *Mandatory for employers with five or more employees* Effective January 1, 2019, California employers with 5 or more employees (including those located out of state) are required to provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees before January 1,2020. The minimum count of "5" employees includes seasonal and temporary hires as well as independent contractors. That's 2 hours of sexual harassment prevention training to California supervisors (and to out-of-state supervisors of California employees), and 1 hour of such training to non-supervisory employees in California. Training must take place within 6 months of hire or promotion and every 2 years thereafter. To comply with the January 1, 2020 deadline, all employees must be trained during the 2019 calendar year. More details.   Build NCC Partners with Waze Carpool to Offer Promotion Looking for ways to save time and money on your North Coast Corridor commute? To help you with your commute during the busy summer months, the Caltrans and SANDAG Build NCC team and SANDAG iCommute have partnered with Waze Carpool to offer North Coast Corridor commuters $2 flat rate rides for those traveling to or from one of these areas between June 1 and August 1, 2019. Drivers will be compensated up to $15 per ride, and passengers only pay $2. More details. 2020 Citizens Redistricting Commission Every ten years, after the federal census, California must re-establish the boundaries of its Congressional, State Senate, State Assembly, and State Board of Equalization districts to reflect new population data and shifting populations. The Voters FIRST Act gave this power to California citizens ensuring that new and fair political boundaries are drawn without special interests, politics and political influence. California citizens who are eligible may submit an online application to the California State Auditor’s Office during the initial 60-day application period from June 10, 2019, to August 9, 2019. More details.  FasTrak Customers, You’ve Got Mail. Beginning this month, The Toll Roads of Orange County are mailing 15,000 new sticker transponders per weekday to FasTrak® account holders to replace the hard-case transponders currently in use. The new transparent, bandage-size transponder is free and adheres to the inside of a windshield to collect tolls. Communication began in April, notifying more than 650,000 FasTrak account holders of the approaching introduction of sticker transponders by sending an informational postcard and issuing new license agreements. Customers will receive one sticker transponder for each vehicle listed on the account. More details. Beachfront Improvement Plans (Source: City of Oceanside) Beachfront improvements are scheduled to begin in Fall 2019.  The 1930's era beach restroom will be remodeled to serve as a new Police Department Substation.  A new, wider staircase will be constructed with a landscaped viewing area.  The existing sewer lift station will be reconstructed.  The plaza under the Pier will be beautifully remodeled.  A new building will be constructed to include new restrooms and inviting storefront areas. A small service building will house pumps and controls for the sewer lift station and beach cleaning equipment. Construction is anticipated to take 18 months to complete. More details. Innovative Ways for Your Business to Find Savings  The following is a list of innovative ways your business can find savings: Occupancy sensors: If no one is using certain areas in your facility, why are you paying to light, heat or cool those spaces? Occupancy sensors make lighting more sustainable by not constantly illuminating sporadically occupied areas – such as break rooms, restrooms, loading docks, seldom-used passageways and storage areas. Telecommuting. If you don’t need staff on hand, allowing employees to telecommute could help reduce costs. Getting the same production with less overhead gives a big boost to your business’s bottom line. More details. During Small Business Week, IRS Urges Businesses to Make Estimated Tax Payments so They Don’t Owe As part of Small Business Week, the Internal Revenue Service today reminds small business owners and self-employed people that they can avoid a surprise tax bill and possibly a penalty by making estimated tax payments during the year. This year, National Small Business Week is May 5-11. For more than 50 years, the week has recognized the important contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. ​​​​​​More details. Getting Started With Marketing Automation ​​​​​​Tuesday, June 25, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 Staying on top of emails to prospects and customers can be a full time job. Even if you have templates for outreach and replies, it still takes time to tweak your message and send out emails. Marketing automation can take over some of that job for you, sending and replying to standard emails automatically so you don’t have to. Join us for this workshop full of tips and tricks to getting started with marketing automation. Plus learn typical pitfalls to avoid, getting you off on the right foot and putting you a step ahead of your competition. More details and registration.  One More Customer Webcast: Leading Transformational Change Friday, June 28, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Growing your business means leading change. But how do you bring your team along? Too many businesses get stuck trying to grow without incorporating the transformational principles that will engage, motivate, and empower their employees. Being a great business owner means being a great leader of people. During this interview, James Rosseau will share the lessons he has learned across two decades of leading transformational change in teams large and small, including: •    The 5 inherent challenges you WILL face in leading change •    The 3 themes that must guide your efforts to empower you team •    How to create top line and bottom line growth as a result More details. Free Banner for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Please reach out to Alphagraphics Oceanside and ask for Chris. Mention this ad and you will receive a free 6’ x 3’ Grand Opening Banner for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. All you need is your logo and a description of what you would like to say on the banner. You can reach Chris at: Alphagraphics Oceanside, 1920 Oceanside Blvd. #2, Oceanside, CA 92054, by phone760-722-1485 or by email at chris.weiner@alphagraphics.com. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, June 27, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Mangia e Bevi RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Vets' Community Connections Marie Hines EXP Realty ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Anita's Fine Mexican Restaurant Manheim San Diego Auto Auction, Inc Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS CSUSM/VCC MA Training Program   City of Oceanside Opens New Kitchen to Foster a Sustainable Food System Dedicated to Zero Waste and Feeding the Community   Federal Heath Acquires Advance Graphic Systems of Rochester, MI   SDCCU's Super Shred Event   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Gems N Loans Sales Clerk Purple Heart Originals, LLC Digital Printer Operator Tri-City Medical Center Summer Clinical Laboratory High School Intern Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/14/2019 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Sew O'side Grand Opening 6/20/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Business Mixer at Arrowood Golf Course 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi 6/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN Balls. Buckets. & Beers. 6/28/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM One More Customer Webcast: Leading Transformational Change 6/29/2019 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Western Dental Kids Grand Opening 7/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 7/9/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Tap That Tap Room 7/11/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Military Affairs Forum 7/17/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Awards Recognition Luncheon 8/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 8/1/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 8/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 8/8/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM North County Health and Wellness Fair 8/16/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members and Mimosas Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Employers Can Help Improve the Skills Gap (Source: CalChamber) California employers face major workforce challenges, especially a skills gap as high school-aged students enter the workforce without the tools necessary to succeed. One strategy to effectively prepare students for the real world is Linked Learning, which is an approach to education that integrates academics, high-quality career-technical education, work-based learning and student supports to help them stay on track The program connects students with resources, individuals and local businesses to inspire their learning and skills development to succeed in a real-world setting. More details. Make New Connections: Business Mixer at Arrowood Golf Course Thursday, June 20, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Arrowood Golf Course  5201A Village Dr.  Oceanside, CA 92057 Join us on June 20, 2019 for a Business Mixer at the beautiful Arrrowood Golf Course located at 5201-A Village Drive, Oceanside CA 92057.  Enjoy food a no-host bar, appetizers, networking and some great door and raffle prizes. Clive Berkman, Director of Food and Beverage, of Arrowood Golf Course has a delicious menu planned for our June Mixer. Raffle proceeds will benefit the Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club. Cost of admission is $5 for Oceanside Chamber Members (Pre-Paid online) or $10 at the Door. Non-Member price is $20. If you have a door or raffle prize to donate, please contact Event Coordinator Kristi Hawthorne at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com or 760-722-1534 ext 104. More details ​​​​​​ You are invited to Meet Your North County Elected Officials  Thursday, June 27, 2019 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM  MiraCosta College San Elijo  3333 Manchester Ave. #200 Encinitas, CA 92007 This is an opportunity for the elected officials in coastal North County from local government, K-16 education, the state, and special districts to come together with business and civic leadership in the region. We expect over 75 elected leaders from North County and a similar number of business leaders. Light refreshments will be served along with a no-host bar. At 3:30 p.m. MiraCosta College Superintendent/President Dr. Sunny Cooke will make welcoming remarks followed with Assemblymember Tasha Boerner-Horvath and State Senator Patricia Bates (confirmation pending) to provide the inside perspective on what is happening in Sacramento and the implications for North County. More details and registration. Oceanside Businesses Band Together to Help Dads on Father's Day There is no more joyous an experience than finally welcoming your newborn into the world. Unfortunately for many Oceanside families, that moment can actually be one of the most agonizing if their child needs to be admitted into the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for specialized care. We’re teaming up with Tri-City Medical Center to ease anxiety while making the first Father’s Day special for new dads in the NICU and are asking for your business’s support. We’re asking Oceanside businesses to donate gift cards for their businesses’ services or products that we can include in a “First Father’s Day Gift Basket.” Any and all “gifts for dad” are welcome – from a free car wash or hair cut to discounted dry cleaning or gym memberships. More details.  Discounted Online Sexual Harassment Prevention Training *Mandatory for employers with five or more employees* Effective January 1, 2019, California employers with 5 or more employees (including those located out of state) are required to provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees before January 1,2020. The minimum count of "5" employees includes seasonal and temporary hires as well as independent contractors. That's 2 hours of sexual harassment prevention training to California supervisors (and to out-of-state supervisors of California employees), and 1 hour of such training to non-supervisory employees in California. Training must take place within 6 months of hire or promotion and every 2 years thereafter. To comply with the January 1, 2020 deadline, all employees must be trained during the 2019 calendar year. More details.  Sew O'side Grand Opening  Friday, June 14, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM  Sew O'side  3365 Mission Ave., Ste. J  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for Sew O’side’s Grand Opening on June 14th. Enjoy music, snacks, desserts and drinks at this celebration and open house. Doors open at 4:30pm, Oceanside Chamber of Commerce is conducting the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony promptly at 5pm and stick around for snacks, demos, shopping and more until 7:30pm. More details. OYPN Balls. Buckets. & Beers. Thursday, June 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Goat Hill Park  2323 Goat Hill Dr.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber’s Oceanside Young Professional Network invites you out for a fun filled night at Goat Hill Park's driving range on Thursday, June 27th from 5pm-7pm. Meet John Ashworth- the man behind both Linksoul & Goat Hill Park and learn how he and his team not only saved but revitalized the self-proclaimed “people’s park of Oceanside”. Network with local young professionals and enjoy the driving range over drinks and appetizers. All equipment will be provided at no additional cost. The kids course will also be open for play. Tickets are $20 per person. Drinks sponsored by Intesa Communications. More details and registration.  Short-Term Rentals (STRs)  (Source: City of Oceanside) An Ad Hoc Committee (AHC) and City staff developed recommendations on STRs intended to minimize potential adverse impacts and outline expectations for STR operators and guests via a Good Neighbor Policy. The proposed regulations address maximum occupancy, parking, complaint response time, minimum night stay, noise and an enhanced enforcement protocol. The recommendations will be presented at a City Council Workshop on June 12, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. More details.  CalChamber Podcast Focuses on Meals and Breaks at the Office (Source: CalChamber) Although California’s meal and rest break rules are intended to give hourly employees time to take breaks during their shifts, problems can arise if employees skip their breaks or if employers don’t offer them. In this episode of The Workplace, CalChamber Executive Vice President and General Counsel Erika Frank discusses meals and breaks at the office with attorney Michael Nader, shareholder with Ogletree Deakins, who focuses his practice on defending wage-and-hour class actions. In the podcast, they discuss meal and rest break rules and the importance of tracking employees’ breaks to protect employers against class action lawsuits. More details. Hiring Our Heroes - Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zones The U.S. Chamber Foundations’ Hiring Our Heroes Program aims to increase employers efforts in hiring military spouses who currently have an unemployment rate of a shocking four times higher than their civilian counterparts. Throughout this month, numerous events are being hosted in the San Diego area to help military spouses in finding employment opportunities. In addition to these events, “Hire 100K Spouses” is an initiative under the Hiring Our Heroes Program which allows companies to “report their hires” upon or after hiring military spouses and share that they are committed to doing so now and in the future. More details.  Oceanside Harbor Dredging Complete (Source: City of Oceanside) The Army Corps of Engineers' (Corps) contractor has completed the annual dredging of the entrance of the Oceanside Harbor to ensure safe navigation for vessels.  The Corps estimates the total amount of dredged sand is approximately 220,000 cubic yards. City staff continues to seek opportunities to gain beach quality sand from coastal developments through our Sand Compatibility Opportunistic Use Permit. More details. Empower Employees to Help ​​​​​​Save Energy  Buildings don’t use energy – people do. Your employees affect a building’s energy performance. Many people already save energy at home. Show them the connections between those good behaviors and what they can do at work. It’s the little things that, when added together, can make a big difference. High utility costs can be a result of paying for energy that is wasted by lights, equipment, and HVAC systems that are left on for long periods while not in use. According to Energy Star, office buildings waste up to one-third of the energy they consume. More details. Small Businesses Can Benefit from Deducting Vehicle Costs on Their Taxes Businesses that use a car or other vehicle may be able to deduct the expense of operating that vehicle on their taxes. Businesses generally can use one of the two methods to figure their deductible vehicle expenses: Standard mileage rate Actual car expenses For 2019, here are the standard mileage rates for calculating the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes: 58 cents per mile driven for business use 20 cents per mile driven for medical or moving purposes 14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations More details. Getting Started With Marketing Automation ​​​​​​Tuesday, June 25, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 Staying on top of emails to prospects and customers can be a full time job. Even if you have templates for outreach and replies, it still takes time to tweak your message and send out emails. Marketing automation can take over some of that job for you, sending and replying to standard emails automatically so you don’t have to. Join us for this workshop full of tips and tricks to getting started with marketing automation. Plus learn typical pitfalls to avoid, getting you off on the right foot and putting you a step ahead of your competition. More details and registration.  One More Customer Webcast: Leading Transformational Change Friday, June 28, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Growing your business means leading change. But how do you bring your team along? Too many businesses get stuck trying to grow without incorporating the transformational principles that will engage, motivate, and empower their employees. Being a great business owner means being a great leader of people. During this interview, James Rosseau will share the lessons he has learned across two decades of leading transformational change in teams large and small, including: •    The 5 inherent challenges you WILL face in leading change •    The 3 themes that must guide your efforts to empower you team •    How to create top line and bottom line growth as a result More details. Free Banner for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Please reach out to Alphagraphics Oceanside and ask for Chris. Mention this ad and you will receive a free 6’ x 3’ Grand Opening Banner for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. All you need is your logo and a description of what you would like to say on the banner. You can reach Chris at: Alphagraphics Oceanside, 1920 Oceanside Blvd. #2, Oceanside, CA 92054, by phone760-722-1485 or by email at chris.weiner@alphagraphics.com. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, June 14, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, St. Tropez Bistro RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com Friday, June 27, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Mangia e Bevi RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! StayCoastal Vacations ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Automobile Club of Southern California Mission Animal and Bird Hospital Motel 6 #679 Oceanside Adventures OOLY, LLC Oside E-rides PJ Graphics SCAN Health Plan Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Water Authority Bill Aims to Boost Water Industry Jobs for Veterans   Wyland Custom Graphics for Oceanside Adventures Luxury Catamaran   Studio Ace Announces Adults Art Classes for June Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Gems N Loans Sales Clerk Purple Heart Originals, LLC Digital Printer Operator Tri-City Medical Center Summer Clinical Laboratory High School Intern Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/6/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/14/2019 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Sew O'side Grand Opening 6/20/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Business Mixer at Arrowood Golf Course 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi 6/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN Balls. Buckets. & Beers. 6/29/2019 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Western Dental Kids Grand Opening 7/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 7/9/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Tap That Tap Room 7/11/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Military Affairs Forum 7/17/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Awards Recognition Luncheon 8/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 8/1/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 8/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 8/8/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM North County Health and Wellness Fair 8/16/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members and Mimosas Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser You are invited to Meet Your North County Elected Officials  Thursday, June 27, 2019 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM  MiraCosta College San Elijo  3333 Manchester Ave. #200 Encinitas, CA 92007 This is an opportunity for the elected officials in coastal North County from local government, K-16 education, the state, and special districts to come together with business and civic leadership in the region. We expect over 75 elected leaders from North County and a similar number of business leaders. Light refreshments will be served along with a no-host bar. At 3:30 p.m. MiraCosta College Superintendent/President Dr. Sunny Cooke will make welcoming remarks followed with Assemblymember Tasha Boerner-Horvath and State Senator Patricia Bates (confirmation pending) to provide the inside perspective on what is happening in Sacramento and the implications for North County. More details and registration. Oceanside Businesses Band Together to Help Dads on Father's Day There is no more joyous an experience than finally welcoming your newborn into the world. Unfortunately for many Oceanside families, that moment can actually be one of the most agonizing if their child needs to be admitted into the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for specialized care. We’re teaming up with Tri-City Medical Center to ease anxiety while making the first Father’s Day special for new dads in the NICU and are asking for your business’s support. We’re asking Oceanside businesses to donate gift cards for their businesses’ services or products that we can include in a “First Father’s Day Gift Basket.” Any and all “gifts for dad” are welcome – from a free car wash or hair cut to discounted dry cleaning or gym memberships. More details.  Discounted Online Sexual Harassment Prevention Training *Mandatory for employers with five or more employees* Effective January 1, 2019, California employers with 5 or more employees (including those located out of state) are required to provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees before January 1,2020. The minimum count of "5" employees includes seasonal and temporary hires as well as independent contractors. That's 2 hours of sexual harassment prevention training to California supervisors (and to out-of-state supervisors of California employees), and 1 hour of such training to non-supervisory employees in California. Training must take place within 6 months of hire or promotion and every 2 years thereafter. To comply with the January 1, 2020 deadline, all employees must be trained during the 2019 calendar year. More details. Emerging Issues Forum Tomorrow!  Thursday, June 06, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 At our June Meeting, please join Oceanside City staff to hear about the findings of the Community Choice Energy (CCE) Technical Feasibility Study, ask questions and provide input. The purpose of this presentation is to share with you the final results of the CCE technical feasibility study and introduce you to the basic concept of CCE program. The goal of the presentation is to describe how CCE program works and explore our options as a city if we choose to have a CCE Program as an alternative supplier of electricity to our residents and businesses in Oceanside. More details.  Last Chance to Get Your Oceanside Heroes Tickets! Wednesday, June 12, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Oceanside Museum of Art  704 Pier View Way  Oceanside, CA 92054 On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, 92054, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will take profound pleasure in presenting the 4th Annual Oceanside Heroes Reception Ceremony. The Chamber has committed to annually recognize, honor and pay tribute to Oceanside's dedicated and deserving firefighters, police officers, teachers and lifeguards. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce commends these public servants as individuals who truly merit praise. More details and registration. Sponsorship packet. Scholarship donations.  Make New Connections: Business Mixer at Arrowood Golf Course Thursday, June 20, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Arrowood Golf Course  5201A Village Dr.  Oceanside, CA 92057 Join us on June 20, 2019 for a Business Mixer at the beautiful Arrrowood Golf Course located at 5201-A Village Drive, Oceanside CA 92057.  Enjoy food a no-host bar, appetizers, networking and some great door and raffle prizes. Cost of admission is $5 for Oceanside Chamber Members (Pre-Paid online) or $10 at the Door. Non-Member price is $20. If you have a door or raffle prize to donate, please contact Event Coordinator Kristi Hawthorne at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com or 760-722-1534 ext 104. More details. OYPN Balls. Buckets. & Beers. Thursday, June 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Goat Hill Park  2323 Goat Hill Dr.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber’s Oceanside Young Professional Network invites you out for a fun filled night at Goat Hill Park's driving range on Thursday, June 27th from 5pm-7pm. Meet John Ashworth- the man behind both Linksoul & Goat Hill Park and learn how he and his team not only saved but revitalized the self-proclaimed “people’s park of Oceanside”. Network with local young professionals and enjoy the driving range over drinks and appetizers. All equipment will be provided at no additional cost. The kids course will also be open for play. Tickets are $20 for Chamber Members and $30 for Non-Members online. The first 15 registrants will receive a free drink ticket. More details and registration.  Oceanside Harbor Dredging Complete (Source: City of Oceanside) The Army Corps of Engineers' (Corps) contractor has completed the annual dredging of the entrance of the Oceanside Harbor to ensure safe navigation for vessels.  The Corps estimates the total amount of dredged sand is approximately 220,000 cubic yards.  City staff continues to seek opportunities to gain beach quality sand from coastal developments through our Sand Compatibility Opportunistic Use Permit and other project options.  Fun Field Trips for Families Five morning field trips to explore our connection to Nature are being offered Monday, June 17th through Friday, June 22nd by Chamber member Body & Brain Wellness and the non-profit Earth Citizens Organization, San Diego County chapter. Each day’s program starts at 8:30am at Buddy Todd Park for a short “Brain Power” stretch-and-wake-up session, then participants proceed by car caravan to a local Nature-related activity with multi-generational appeal, concluding at 11:30am. All are welcome! More details. Recent Emerging Issues Forum Features Update from SDG&E on Time-of-Use Plans  The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum, held the first Thursday of every month, provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. May’s forum educated attendees on the evolving energy landscape and why the State is transitioning eligible residential customers to Time-of-Use pricing plans. Providing the information was Katie Scanlan, Public Affairs Manager at San Diego Gas & Electric. Scanlan began the Forum with a brief introduction of Residential Time-of-Use plans, discussing the October 2013’s Rate Reform, or AB327. AB327 allowed the CPUC (California Public Utilities Commission) to restructure the plan, placing primary focus on narrowing the price gap between the highest and lowest pricing. This led to the installation of Time-of-Use (TOU) plans which ensure greater power reliability and a better energy future by reducing the strain on the grid through more meaningful approach to energy conservation. More details. Hiring Our Heroes - Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zones The U.S. Chamber Foundations’ Hiring Our Heroes Program aims to increase employers efforts in hiring military spouses who currently have an unemployment rate of a shocking four times higher than their civilian counterparts. Throughout this month, numerous events are being hosted in the San Diego area to help military spouses in finding employment opportunities. In addition to these events, “Hire 100K Spouses” is an initiative under the Hiring Our Heroes Program which allows companies to “report their hires” upon or after hiring military spouses and share that they are committed to doing so now and in the future. More details. Keep Your Water Heating from Burning a Hole in Your Bill  Water heating averages up to 7% of the energy used in commercial buildings. These simple changes can help reduce water use and the amount of energy required to heat it.  ​ Install faucet aerators in restrooms and low-flow showerheads for on-site shower facilities.  Use front-loading washing machines with high-speed spin cycles to save water and energy used for drying. Choose low-water-use dishwashing equipment for cafeterias.  Make use of the free heat being exhausted by air conditioners, icemakers, or above a cooking line with a heat pump water heater. These water heaters also return a moderate amount of free air conditioning as a by-product.  More details. Taking Care of Business: Recordkeeping for Small Businesses Small business owners should keep good records. This applies to all businesses, whether they have a couple dozen employees or just a few. Whether they install software or make soft-serve. Whether they cut hair or cut lawns. Keeping good records is an important part of running a successful business. Here are some questions and answers to help business owners understand the ins and outs of good recordkeeping. More details. Getting Started With Marketing Automation ​​​​​​Tuesday, June 25, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 Staying on top of emails to prospects and customers can be a full time job. Even if you have templates for outreach and replies, it still takes time to tweak your message and send out emails. Marketing automation can take over some of that job for you, sending and replying to standard emails automatically so you don’t have to. Join us for this workshop full of tips and tricks to getting started with marketing automation. Plus learn typical pitfalls to avoid, getting you off on the right foot and putting you a step ahead of your competition. More details and registration. Free Banner for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Please reach out to Alphagraphics Oceanside and ask for Chris. Mention this ad and you will receive a free 6’ x 3’ Grand Opening Banner for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. All you need is your logo and a description of what you would like to say on the banner. You can reach Chris at: Alphagraphics Oceanside, 1920 Oceanside Blvd. #2, Oceanside, CA 92054, by phone760-722-1485 or by email at chris.weiner@alphagraphics.com. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, June 14, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, St. Tropez Bistro RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com Friday, June 27, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Mangia e Bevi RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

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Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! ClearCaptions LLC. Lennar Homes of California Inc. ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Boat Rentals of America CITSLINC INTERNATIONAL, INC. Friends of Oceanside Parks NOVA Biologics, Inc. San Diego Coffee, Tea & Spice, Inc The Simpleloan Group powered by Prime Mortgage Lending and Equity Services, Inc. Veterans Association of North County (VANC) Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Library to Host Write On Oceanside! Literary Event   Summer Reading Kicks Off at Oceanside Public Library Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Gems N Loans Sales Clerk Purple Heart Originals, LLC Digital Printer Operator Tri-City Medical Center Summer Clinical Laboratory High School Intern Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 5/31/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM One More Customer Webcast - Entrepreneurial Leadership: Culture, Core Values, Cash Flow 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/6/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/14/2019 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Sew O'side Grand Opening 6/20/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Business Mixer at Arrowood Golf Course 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi 6/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN Balls. Buckets. & Beers. 6/29/2019 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Western Dental Kids Grand Opening 7/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 7/9/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Tap That Tap Room 7/11/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Military Affairs Forum 7/17/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Awards Recognition Luncheon 8/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 8/1/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 8/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 8/8/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM North County Health and Wellness Fair 8/16/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members and Mimosas Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Emerging Issues Forum  Thursday, June 06, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 At our June Meeting, please join Oceanside City staff to hear about the findings of the Community Choice Energy (CCE) Technical Feasibility Study, ask questions and provide input. The purpose of this presentation is to share with you the final results of the CCE technical feasibility study and introduce you to the basic concept of CCE program.  The key word here is the “Choice” which is basically to provide customers with a choice of getting their electric supply from an “Investors Owned Utilities (IOUs) like SDG&E or from a publicly owned entity like Community Choice Energy. The goal of the presentation is to describe how CCE program works and explore our options as a city if we choose to have a CCE Program as an alternative supplier of electricity to our residents and businesses in Oceanside. More details.  North County Coastal All Elected Officials Reception Thursday, June 27, 2019 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM  MiraCosta College San Elijo  3333 Manchester Ave. #200 Encinitas, CA 92007 This is an opportunity for the elected officials in coastal North County from local government, K-16 education, the state, and special districts to come together with business and civic leadership in the region. We expect over 75 elected leaders from North County and a similar number of business leaders. Light refreshements will be served along with a no-host bar. At 3:30 p.m. MiraCosta College Superintendent/President Dr. Sunny Cooke will make welcoming remarks followed with Assemblymember Tasha Boerner-Horvath and State Senator Patricia Bates (confirmation pending) to provide the inside perspective on what is happening in Sacramento and the implications for North County. More details and registration. Chamber Joins Coalition in Opposition to Job Killer Bill The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce has joined a coalition of business organizations in Opposition to AB1066 (Gonzalez). This bill would overturn more than 70 years of precedent by charging employers to provide unemployment insurance (UI) to workers during labor disputes and create additional solvency issues for California’s UI system. View opposition letter. Friday is the Last Day to Reserve Your Ad Space in the Next Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal  Deadline: Friday, May 31st Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement.  First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, June 04, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber   928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber's "First Tuesday Coffee" is a great networking opportunity and is open to chamber members and prospective members*. There is no cost to attend for members. Our format for the "First Tuesday Coffee" is roundtable "self-introductions", so come prepared to meet some great local business people and to tell them more about your business. Also be sure to bring plenty of business cards. The event takes place from 8am to 9am at the Chamber office, 928 North Coast Highway in Oceanside. You can reserve your space online or RSVP to Emerald Lowe at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. More details and registration.  Chamber to Honor Local Police, Firefighters, Lifeguards and Teachers at Oceanside Heroes Reception Wednesday, June 12, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Oceanside Museum of Art  704 Pier View Way  Oceanside, CA 92054 On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, 92054, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will take profound pleasure in presenting the 4th Annual Oceanside Heroes Reception Ceremony. The Chamber has committed to annually recognize, honor and pay tribute to Oceanside's dedicated and deserving firefighters, police officers, teachers and lifeguards. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce commends these public servants as individuals who truly merit praise. More details and registration. Sponsorship packet. Scholarship donations.  Business Mixer at Arrowood Golf Course Thursday, June 20, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Arrowood Golf Course  5201A Village Dr.  Oceanside, CA 92057 Join us on June 20, 2019 for a Business Mixer at the beautiful Arrrowood Golf Course located at 5201-A Village Drive, Oceanside CA 92057.  Enjoy food a no-host bar, appetizers, networking and some great door and raffle prizes. Cost of admission is $5 for Oceanside Chamber Members (Pre-Paid online) or $10 at the Door. Non-Member price is $20. If you have a door or raffle prize to donate, please contact Event Coordinator Kristi Hawthorne at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com or 760-722-1534 ext 104. More details. OYPN Balls. Buckets. & Beers. Thursday, June 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Goat Hill Park  2323 Goat Hill Dr.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber’s Oceanside Young Professional Network invites you out for a fun filled night of buckets, balls & beer at Goat Hill Park on Thursday, June 27th from 5pm-7pm. Meet John Ashworth- the man behind both Linksoul & Goat Hill Park and learn how he and his team not only saved but revitalized the self-proclaimed “people’s park of Oceanside”. Network with local young professionals and step up your golf game over drinks and appetizers. Tickets are $20 for Chamber Members and $30 for Non-Members online. The first 15 registrants will receive a free drink ticket. Contact Emerald@oceansidechamber.com or Hana@oceansidechamber.com for additional information. More details and registration.  Fun Field Trips for Families Five morning field trips to explore our connection to Nature are being offered Monday, June 17th through Friday, June 22nd by Chamber member Body & Brain Wellness and the non-profit Earth Citizens Organization, San Diego County chapter. Each day’s program starts at 8:30am at Buddy Todd Park for a short “Brain Power” stretch-and-wake-up session, then participants proceed by car caravan to a local Nature-related activity with multi-generational appeal, concluding at 11:30am. All are welcome! More details. Last Chance to Register for the 2019 China Trip  In October of 2019 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to China. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2099 (single occupancy). The Trip Includes... Roundtrip international airfare & Chinese domestic airfare & tax​​​​​ 4-and 5-star hotel accommodations 3 meals each day Deluxe bus tours  Fluent English-speaking tour guides Entrance fees for attractions The deadline to reserve your spot is Friday, May 31st! Final payments and paperwork can be submitted to Tracy Chin at the Chamber offices. She can be reached by email at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com, or by phone at (760) 722-1534 *103. More details and registration information.  Chamber Joins Coalition in Opposition to Job Killer Bill The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce has joined a coalition of business organizations in Opposition to AB1066 (Gonzalez). This bill would overturn more than 70 years of precedent by charging employers to provide unemployment insurance (UI) to workers during labor disputes and create additional solvency issues for California’s UI system. View opposition letter. Recent Emerging Issues Forum Features Update from SDG&E on Time-of-Use Plans  The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum, held the first Thursday of every month, provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. May’s forum educated attendees on the evolving energy landscape and why the State is transitioning eligible residential customers to Time-of-Use pricing plans. Providing the information was Katie Scanlan, Public Affairs Manager at San Diego Gas & Electric. Scanlan began the Forum with a brief introduction of Residential Time-of-Use plans, discussing the October 2013’s Rate Reform, or AB327. AB327 allowed the CPUC (California Public Utilities Commission) to restructure the plan, placing primary focus on narrowing the price gap between the highest and lowest pricing. This led to the installation of Time-of-Use (TOU) plans which ensure greater power reliability and a better energy future by reducing the strain on the grid through more meaningful approach to energy conservation. More details. Assistance League of the North Coast Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery On Sunday, May 19th the Assistance League of the North Coast celebrated the grand opening of their "Sparkle" chapter house at 1816 Oceanside Blvd., Ste. F in Oceanside. Their newly established location provides the opportunity to further develop their programs and better serve North County San Diego. Assistance League of North Coast is a community of hands-on volunteers dedicated to enriching the lives of those in need. They established their chapter in 2000, and became the 105th chapter of the National Assistance League. They operate a thrift shop at 1830 Oceanside Blvd. in Oceanside. Donations that can be accepted include clothing, housewares, furniture, books and more. They offer reasonably priced merchandise in a clean & friendly environment. All donations and purchases directly fund their 12 philanthropic programs throughout North County. More photos. Hiring Our Heroes - Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zones The U.S. Chamber Foundations’ Hiring Our Heroes Program aims to increase employers efforts in hiring military spouses who currently have an unemployment rate of a shocking four times higher than their civilian counterparts. Throughout this month, numerous events are being hosted in the San Diego area to help military spouses in finding employment opportunities. In addition to these events, “Hire 100K Spouses” is an initiative under the Hiring Our Heroes Program which allows companies to “report their hires” upon or after hiring military spouses and share that they are committed to doing so now and in the future. More details. San Diego's Farms and Foods... Brought to You by Water! San Diego may be known nationwide for its beautiful beaches and unbeatable year - round weather, but what many people don’t realize is that many of the avocados in their tacos, the lettuce and tomatoes in their salad, and the potted plants for their yard are all grown right here in San Diego County. With more than 5,500 local farms employing thousands of San Diegans, the local $4.8 billion agriculture industry is thriving – and it’s all possible because of the safe and reliable water supply provided by the San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies along with our famously perfect climate. More details.​​  What Happens to Homeless Patients When They are Discharged from the Hospital? (Courtesy of: Tri-City Medical Center and Pacific Standard News) Every year, thousands of homeless San Diegans cycle through local hospitals and emergency rooms. Now a new state law is forcing hospitals and regional leaders to publicly grapple with where those patients can recover once they are released from the hospital. Senate Bill 1152, signed into law by then-Governor Jerry Brown last fall, requires hospitals statewide to establish plans for discharging homeless patients and to get a handle on resources that might keep them from returning to the street. Regional leaders have publicly called for more so-called recuperative care beds to aid homeless San Diegans recovering from surgeries, strokes, and other health issues. But there are only a few dozen of those beds in a county with the nation's fourth-largest homeless population—and the San Diego Rescue Mission, which had for years operated the largest facility in central San Diego, halted its program just as the new state law took effect. More details. Empower Employees to Help Save Energy Buildings don’t use energy – people do. Your employees affect a building’s energy performance. Many people already save energy at home. Show them the connections between those good behaviors and what they can do at work. It’s the little things that, when added together, can make a big difference. High utility costs can be a result of paying for energy that is wasted by lights, equipment, and HVAC systems that are left on for long periods while not in use. According to Energy Star, office buildings waste up to one-third of the energy they consume. More details. IRS Spotlights Expanded Tax Benefits for Depreciation and Expensing During Small Business Week, the Internal Revenue Service is highlighting tax reform changes that impact depreciation and expensing for nearly every business. In some cases, these changes allow small business owners and the self-employed to write off the cost of machinery, equipment and other property more quickly. This year, National Small Business Week is May 5-11. For more than 50 years, the week has recognized the important contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. The IRS is reminding small businesses and self-employed individuals about tax benefits and reporting rules. More details.  One More Customer Webcast - Entrepreneurial Leadership: Culture, Core Values, Cash Flow Friday, May 31, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber of Commerce  928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Jason Russell is a serial entrepreneur, business leader, and managing partner of a leading small technology firm. His varied experience and years of successfully building companies from the ground up has given him insights into process, culture, cash flow, and more that can help your business. Tune in as Jason shares some of his keys to: Identifying your core values and cultivating them in your business How and why small companies like his – and yours – can pursue and win much larger clients Developing company culture as you grow and identifying the right hires Developing a relationship approach that generates consistent cash flow. More details. Getting Started With Marketing Automation ​​​​​​Tuesday, June 25, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 Staying on top of emails to prospects and customers can be a full time job. Even if you have templates for outreach and replies, it still takes time to tweak your message and send out emails. Marketing automation can take over some of that job for you, sending and replying to standard emails automatically so you don’t have to. Join us for this workshop full of tips and tricks to getting started with marketing automation. Plus learn typical pitfalls to avoid, getting you off on the right foot and putting you a step ahead of your competition. More details and registration. Free Banner for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Please reach out to Alphagraphics Oceanside and ask for Chris. Mention this ad and you will receive a free 6’ x 3’ Grand Opening Banner for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. All you need is your logo and a description of what you would like to say on the banner. You can reach Chris at: Alphagraphics Oceanside, 1920 Oceanside Blvd. #2, Oceanside, CA 92054, by phone760-722-1485 or by email at chris.weiner@alphagraphics.com. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com Friday, June 14, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, St. Tropez Bistro RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com Friday, June 27, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Mangia e Bevi RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

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Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Creative Hub Marketing Senor Grubby's Audeo Charter School ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Star Theatre Company Window Pros Shaklee Distributor - Richard Fox Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Oceanside Friends of the Arts to Offer Scholarship Grants   Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Receives Grant from David C. Copley Foundation     Scripps Invests $395 Million into Community Benefits in Region   Frontwave Credit Union Expands its Mortgage Team Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Gems N Loans Sales Clerk Purple Heart Originals, LLC Digital Printer Operator Tri-City Medical Center Summer Clinical Laboratory High School Intern Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 5/31/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM One More Customer Webcast - Entrepreneurial Leadership: Culture, Core Values, Cash Flow 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/6/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/14/2019 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Sew O'side Grand Opening 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi 6/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN Balls. Buckets. & Beers. 6/29/2019 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Western Dental Kids Grand Opening 7/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 7/9/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Tap That Tap Room 7/11/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Military Affairs Forum 7/17/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Awards Recognition Luncheon Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser CalChamber Podcast: Texting in the Workplace and Other Cautionary Employment Tales (Source: CalChamber) In last week’s episode of The Workplace, CalChamber Executive Vice President and General Counsel Erika Frank and employment law attorney Jennifer Shaw discuss the implications of events highlighted in three recent news stories: The first recounts a company’s job announcement seeking “preferably Caucasian” candidates; the second involves an employer’s attempt to establish a no-touching workplace; and the third describes problems that can be created in the workplace due to texting mishaps. More details. Just 10 Days Left to Reserve Your Ad Space in the Next Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal  Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement.  First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, July 02, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber   928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber's "First Tuesday Coffee" is a great networking opportunity and is open to chamber members and prospective members*. There is no cost to attend for members. Our format for the "First Tuesday Coffee" is roundtable "self-introductions", so come prepared to meet some great local business people and to tell them more about your business. Also be sure to bring plenty of business cards. The event takes place from 8am to 9am at the Chamber office, 928 North Coast Highway in Oceanside. You can reserve your space online or RSVP to Emerald Lowe at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. More details and registration. Chamber to Honor Local Police, Firefighters, Lifeguards and Teachers at Oceanside Heroes Reception Wednesday, June 12, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Oceanside Museum of Art  704 Pier View Way  Oceanside, CA 92054 On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, 92054, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will take profound pleasure in presenting the 4th Annual Oceanside Heroes Reception Ceremony. The Chamber has committed to annually recognize, honor and pay tribute to Oceanside's dedicated and deserving firefighters, police officers, teachers and lifeguards. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce commends these public servants as individuals who truly merit praise. More details and registration. Sponsorship packet. Scholarship donations.  OYPN Balls. Buckets. & Beers. Thursday, June 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Goat Hill Park  2323 Goat Hill Dr.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber’s Oceanside Young Professional Network invites you out for a fun filled night of buckets, balls & beer at Goat Hill Park on Thursday, June 27th from 5pm-7pm. Meet John Ashworth- the man behind both Linksoul & Goat Hill Park and learn how he and his team not only saved but revitalized the self-proclaimed “people’s park of Oceanside”. Network with local young professionals and step up your golf game over drinks and appetizers. Tickets are $20 for Chamber Members and $30 for Non-Members online. The first 15 registrants will receive a free drink ticket. Contact Emerald@oceansidechamber.com or Hana@oceansidechamber.com for additional information. More details and registration. Last Chance to Register for the 2019 China Trip  In October of 2019 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to China. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2099 (single occupancy). The Trip Includes... Roundtrip international airfare & Chinese domestic airfare & tax​​​​​ 4-and 5-star hotel accommodations 3 meals each day Deluxe bus tours  Fluent English-speaking tour guides Entrance fees for attractions The deadline to reserve your spot is Friday, May 31st! Final payments and paperwork can be submitted to Tracy Chin at the Chamber offices. She can be reached by email at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com, or by phone at (760) 722-1534 *103. More details and registration information.  Chamber Joins Coalition in Opposition to Job Killer Bill The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce has joined a coalition of business organizations in Opposition to AB1066 (Gonzalez). This bill would overturn more than 70 years of precedent by charging employers to provide unemployment insurance (UI) to workers during labor disputes and create additional solvency issues for California’s UI system. View opposition letter. April Emerging Issues Forum Provides Federal Legislative Updates April’s forum provided attendees with a detailed update on federal legislative issues impacting businesses and the Oceanside community as a whole. Providing the update was Jennings Imel, Executive Director at the Western Regional Office of the US Chamber of Commerce. To begin his presentation, Imel gave an overview of the 2018 midterm elections, discussing the key departures, additions and takeaways in both the House and the Senate. Within the House, the 2018 midterm elections saw the second highest number of House departures since 1970. At 73 departures, 51 Republicans and 22 Democrats, 21% of the House is new with 93 new freshmen. The Senate, however, saw 3 retirements, Jeff Flake, Bob Corker and Orrin Hatch. With these new retirements and roles, almost half of the 2010 GOP is gone, leaving Democrats in control of the House and Republicans in control of the Senate. More details.  Assistance League of the North Coast Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery On Sunday, May 19th the Assistance League of the North Coast celebrated the grand opening of their "Sparkle" chapter house at 1816 Oceanside Blvd., Ste. F in Oceanside. Their newly established location provides the opportunity to further develop their programs and better serve North County San Diego. Assistance League of North Coast is a community of hands-on volunteers dedicated to enriching the lives of those in need. They established their chapter in 2000, and became the 105th chapter of the National Assistance League. They operate a thrift shop at 1830 Oceanside Blvd. in Oceanside. Donations that can be accepted include clothing, housewares, furniture, books and more. They offer reasonably priced merchandise in a clean & friendly environment. All donations and purchases directly fund their 12 philanthropic programs throughout North County. More photos. Hiring Our Heroes - Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zones The U.S. Chamber Foundations’ Hiring Our Heroes Program aims to increase employers efforts in hiring military spouses who currently have an unemployment rate of a shocking four times higher than their civilian counterparts. Throughout this month, numerous events are being hosted in the San Diego area to help military spouses in finding employment opportunities. In addition to these events, “Hire 100K Spouses” is an initiative under the Hiring Our Heroes Program which allows companies to “report their hires” upon or after hiring military spouses and share that they are committed to doing so now and in the future. More details. San Diego's Farms and Foods... Brought to You by Water! San Diego may be known nationwide for its beautiful beaches and unbeatable year - round weather, but what many people don’t realize is that many of the avocados in their tacos, the lettuce and tomatoes in their salad, and the potted plants for their yard are all grown right here in San Diego County. With more than 5,500 local farms employing thousands of San Diegans, the local $4.8 billion agriculture industry is thriving – and it’s all possible because of the safe and reliable water supply provided by the San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies along with our famously perfect climate. More details.​​ One More Customer Webcast - Entrepreneurial Leadership: Culture, Core Values, Cash Flow Friday, May 31, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber of Commerce  928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Jason Russell is a serial entrepreneur, business leader, and managing partner of a leading small technology firm. His varied experience and years of successfully building companies from the ground up has given him insights into process, culture, cash flow, and more that can help your business. Tune in as Jason shares some of his keys to: Identifying your core values and cultivating them in your business How and why small companies like his – and yours – can pursue and win much larger clients Developing company culture as you grow and identifying the right hires Developing a relationship approach that generates consistent cash flow. More details. Need help with your energy bill?  SDG&E has several assistance programs to help lower your monthly energy bill while keeping your home comfortable.  SDG&E has several assistance programs to help lower your monthly energy bill while keeping your home comfortable.   California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Program: Save 30% or more every month on your bill. Eligibility is based on participation in certain public assistance programs, or household income and how many people live in your home.   Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) Program: If you don’t qualify for CARE, you may for FERA. You could receive a 12% discount on your energy bill. FERA is only open to households with three or more people.   Medical Baseline: This program has helped over 30,000 people, who have a qualifying medical need or medical device, to lower their energy costs. Household income isn’t a qualifying factor. Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program: You may receive free energy-saving improvements for your apartment, condo, house or mobile home; such as lighting, furnace repair, weather-stripping, attic insulation and select appliances like a refrigerator.   More details. IRS highlights credits and deductions for businesses during Small Business Week  During Small Business Week, the Internal Revenue Service reminds small business owners and self-employed individuals to take deductions and credits that will help their bottom line. This year, National Small Business Week is May 5-11. For more than 50 years, the week has recognized the important contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. Reviewing options and eligibility now can help business owners better estimate their tax situation and plan ahead. Here are just a few key deductions and credits that can benefit small business taxpayers.   More details. Labor Compliance in a Day Tomorrow! ​​​​​​Thursday, May 23, 2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This workshops training topics include Government Contracting including: California Prevailing Wage 101, discussing the history of labor code, subcontractors vs general contractors and penalties and enforcement, a step-by-step how to for DIR Registry, Wage Determinations & Classifications, Certified Payroll & Related forms, Fringe Benefits, and Process Flow & Best Practice. More details and registration.  Free Banner for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Please reach out to Alphagraphics Oceanside and ask for Chris. Mention this ad and you will receive a free 6’ x 3’ Grand Opening Banner for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. All you need is your logo and a description of what you would like to say on the banner. You can reach Chris at: Alphagraphics Oceanside, 1920 Oceanside Blvd. #2, Oceanside, CA 92054, by phone760-722-1485 or by email at chris.weiner@alphagraphics.com. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  *Notice to Members The Oceanside Chamber’s 2018 Year end financials have been approved by the Chamber board and are available for review upon request with 2-day advance notice at the Chamber office.    Forward to a friend

 

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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Fugu Ice Cream ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS BeachFront Only Vacation Rentals Masterteach, Inc Oceanside Rotary Club Oceanside Friends of The Arts Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Frontwave Credit Union Receives 4 Diamond Awards for Marketing Excellence   Stater Bros. Honors Truck Drivers for Safety Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Gems N Loans Sales Clerk Purple Heart Originals, LLC Digital Printer Operator Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Beach Break Cafe 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/19/2019 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Vista Community Clinic5K Fun Run/Walk 5/19/2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House Grand Opening 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Too Costly for the State Budget? Employers Have Budgets Too! (Source: CalChamber) On May 17, 2019 the Senate and Assembly appropriations committee will weigh the fiscal impact of all bills in the suspense file and determine which bills will move out of suspense to the floor. The appropriations committees’ focus is the cost impact of any bill to the state. The higher the cost to the state, the less likely the bill will move off the suspense file.  While state costs are considered during this process, costs on the private sector are not. A great example of this dynamic is with regard to bills related to health care. More details. Oceanside Hire Local Survey & Business Roundtable The City of Oceanside is interested in hearing from Oceanside businesses regarding their employment outlook and hiring practices, and the level of interest in a potential City hiring incentive. Please take a moment to fill out this short 14 question survey. Please feel free to share with other Oceanside businesses as we would like as much input as possible from the Oceanside business community. You are also invited to attend a Business Roundtable on this topic on May 16, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at Gilead Science Conference Center, 4100 Avenida De La Plata. (You can RSVP to the Business Round Table In the survey question 13. and 13.a) Thank you for your investment in Oceanside and for taking the time to share your input. Take the survey.  Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation This Saturday! Saturday, May 18, 2019 11:00AM - 4:00PM Downtown Oceanside Oceanside Civic Center Plaza and Pier View Way Operation Appreciation has a NEW LOCATION.  This event will span over 3 blocks in downtown Oceanside and will begin near the corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway. Free parking is available in the Civic Center Parking Structure as well as the Transit Center parking structure. Thousands of active duty military, their family and dependents are treated to a day of free food, entertainment and a fun zone for kids. The fun begins at 11:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. The day consists of a host of activities: including a great children's fun zone with inflatable jumps, rock climbing wall, kid's crafts, activities and face painting. All Active Duty Military and their dependents must bring an Active Duty Military ID Card to get unlimited rides, activities, and a free lunch. This event is open to the public, and food and fun zone tickets available for purchase. Entertainment can be enjoyed by all who attend. More details. Event sponsorship information.  5K Fun Run/Walk to Benefit Local Community Health Center, VCC Sunday, May 19, 2019 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM  South Ponto Beach Carlsbad, CA 92024 North County San Diego based Vista Community Clinic (VCC) will be holding its second annual charity fun run/walk next month on Sunday May 19th at South Ponto Beach in Carlsbad. The 5k fun run/walk event will begin with registration at 7:00 a.m., and will benefit the health center directly. Registration for the event is $30 per adult, $10 for children 6-12, and free for kids 5 and under. All proceeds will go toward the programs and services VCC provides to the communities served. Participants will receive a race shirt, goody bag, and breakfast following the event, and all ages are welcome to run, walk, ride, scoot, or skate on a short, scenic course along the coast. Dogs on leashes are also invited to join in. More details. Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House Grand Opening Sunday, May 19, 2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House 1816 Ste. F ​​​​​Oceanside Blvd. Oceanside, CA 92054 For many years ALNC members have had to manage the business of the organization from a small cramped space shared with the Thrift Shop. On May 19 members will celebrate the expansion of the business to now include a proper Chapter House where board meetings, program meetings and guests can be invited to conduct business and share information about ALNC. Program supplies have been moved from rented storage units to convenient and usable space within the Chapter House. Conference tables and chairs have been arranged to invite members and guests to visit and work together.  Please join us on May 19 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for a celebration of our growth and our success with helping and supporting students. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be facilitating the ribbon cutting ceremony at 2:30pm. More details.  Chamber to Honor Local Police, Firefighters, Lifeguards and Teachers at Oceanside Heroes Reception Wednesday, June 12, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Oceanside Museum of Art  704 Pier View Way  Oceanside, CA 92054 On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, 92054, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will take profound pleasure in presenting the 4th Annual Oceanside Heroes Reception Ceremony. The Chamber has committed to annually recognize, honor and pay tribute to Oceanside's dedicated and deserving firefighters, police officers, teachers and lifeguards. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce commends these public servants as individuals who truly merit praise. More details and registration. Sponsorship packet. Scholarship donations.  Last Chance to Register for the 2019 China Trip  In October of 2019 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to China. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2099 (single occupancy). The Trip Includes... Roundtrip international airfare & Chinese domestic airfare & tax​​​​​ 4-and 5-star hotel accommodations 3 meals each day Deluxe bus tours  Fluent English-speaking tour guides Entrance fees for attractions The deadline to reserve your spot is Friday, May 31st! Final payments and paperwork can be submitted to Tracy Chin at the Chamber offices. She can be reached by email at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com, or by phone at (760) 722-1534 *103. More details and registration information.  Chamber Joins Coalition in Opposition to Job Killer Bill The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce has joined a coalition of business organizations in Opposition to AB1066 (Gonzalez). This bill would overturn more than 70 years of precedent by charging employers to provide unemployment insurance (UI) to workers during labor disputes and create additional solvency issues for California’s UI system. View opposition letter. April Emerging Issues Forum Provides Federal Legislative Updates April’s forum provided attendees with a detailed update on federal legislative issues impacting businesses and the Oceanside community as a whole. Providing the update was Jennings Imel, Executive Director at the Western Regional Office of the US Chamber of Commerce. To begin his presentation, Imel gave an overview of the 2018 midterm elections, discussing the key departures, additions and takeaways in both the House and the Senate. Within the House, the 2018 midterm elections saw the second highest number of House departures since 1970. At 73 departures, 51 Republicans and 22 Democrats, 21% of the House is new with 93 new freshmen. The Senate, however, saw 3 retirements, Jeff Flake, Bob Corker and Orrin Hatch. With these new retirements and roles, almost half of the 2010 GOP is gone, leaving Democrats in control of the House and Republicans in control of the Senate. More details.  Reach Thousands of Potential Customers Through Direct Mail Distribution of Oceanside Quarterly Journal Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement.  Hiring Our Heroes - Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zones The U.S. Chamber Foundations’ Hiring Our Heroes Program aims to increase employers efforts in hiring military spouses who currently have an unemployment rate of a shocking four times higher than their civilian counterparts. Throughout this month, numerous events are being hosted in the San Diego area to help military spouses in finding employment opportunities. In addition to these events, “Hire 100K Spouses” is an initiative under the Hiring Our Heroes Program which allows companies to “report their hires” upon or after hiring military spouses and share that they are committed to doing so now and in the future. More details. San Diego's Farms and Foods... Brought to You by Water! San Diego may be known nationwide for its beautiful beaches and unbeatable year - round weather, but what many people don’t realize is that many of the avocados in their tacos, the lettuce and tomatoes in their salad, and the potted plants for their yard are all grown right here in San Diego County. With more than 5,500 local farms employing thousands of San Diegans, the local $4.8 billion agriculture industry is thriving – and it’s all possible because of the safe and reliable water supply provided by the San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies along with our famously perfect climate. More details.​​ One More Customer Webcast - Entrepreneurial Leadership: Culture, Core Values, Cash Flow Friday, May 31, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber of Commerce  928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Jason Russell is a serial entrepreneur, business leader, and managing partner of a leading small technology firm. His varied experience and years of successfully building companies from the ground up has given him insights into process, culture, cash flow, and more that can help your business. Tune in as Jason shares some of his keys to: Identifying your core values and cultivating them in your business How and why small companies like his – and yours – can pursue and win much larger clients Developing company culture as you grow and identifying the right hires Developing a relationship approach that generates consistent cash flow. More details. When You Use Energy Will Matter this Year  Throughout California, businesses are already paying electricity costs based on when it’s used. Residential households will start making the switch to Time-of-Use pricing plans in March. These plans give you more choice and control for managing your energy use. With these plans, prices are lower all day except between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. More details.  During Small Business Week, IRS Spotlights Expanded Tax Benefits for Depreciation and Expensing  During Small Business Week, the Internal Revenue Service is highlighting tax reform changes that impact depreciation and expensing for nearly every business. In some cases, these changes allow small business owners and the self-employed to write off the cost of machinery, equipment and other property more quickly. This year, National Small Business Week is May 5-11. For more than 50 years, the week has recognized the important contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. The IRS is reminding small businesses and self-employed individuals about tax benefits and reporting rules. More details. Labor Compliance in a Day ​​​​​​Thursday, May 23, 2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This workshops training topics include Government Contracting including: California Prevailing Wage 101, discussing the history of labor code, subcontractors vs general contractors and penalties and enforcement, a step-by-step how to for DIR Registry, Wage Determinations & Classifications, Certified Payroll & Related forms, Fringe Benefits, and Process Flow & Best Practice. More details and registration.  Free Banner for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Please reach out to Alphagraphics Oceanside and ask for Chris. Mention this ad and you will receive a free 6’ x 3’ Grand Opening Banner for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. All you need is your logo and a description of what you would like to say on the banner. You can reach Chris at: Alphagraphics Oceanside, 1920 Oceanside Blvd. #2, Oceanside, CA 92054, by phone760-722-1485 or by email at chris.weiner@alphagraphics.com. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Beach Break Cafe RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  *Notice to Members The Oceanside Chamber’s 2018 Year end financials have been approved by the Chamber board and are available for review upon request with 2-day advance notice at the Chamber office.    Forward to a friend

 

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Wednesday, May 8, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Center for Stress Recovery and Resilience Western Dental Kids ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Amerillum Brands - A Light Brookdale Carlsbad Hass Team Realty - Robbie Calderon-Hass Hobie Cat Company Hunter Steakhouse of Oceanside iFly Oceanside Cramer Jackson LOL - Life of Liberty Merrill Gardens at Oceanside Quality Inn & Suites Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Appoints Frontwave Credit Union CEO Bill Birnie as Chairman of the Board   San Diego County Employees’ Charitable Organization Awards Boys & GirlsClubs of Oceanside Two Science Lab Tables   Goodwill Industries Week Job Fairs and Employer Panel   Studio Ace Mother's Day Gift Specials Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Gems N Loans Sales Clerk FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available ​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Breakwater Brewing Co. 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Fat Joe's O'side 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/19/2019 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Vista Community Clinic5K Fun Run/Walk 5/19/2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House Grand Opening 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Oceanside Hire Local Survey & Business Roundtable The City of Oceanside is interested in hearing from Oceanside businesses regarding their employment outlook and hiring practices, and the level of interest in a potential City hiring incentive. Please take a moment to fill out this short 14 question survey. Please feel free to share with other Oceanside businesses as we would like as much input as possible from the Oceanside business community. You are also invited to attend a Business Roundtable on this topic on May 16, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at Gilead Science Conference Center, 4100 Avenida De La Plata. (You can RSVP to the Business Round Table In the survey question 13. and 13.a) Thank you for your investment in Oceanside and for taking the time to share your input. Take the survey.  Job Creator Housing Bill Narrowly Passes Senate Committee (Source: CalChamber) Legislation identified by the California Chamber of Commerce as a job creator because it will minimize frivolous litigation that blocks infill housing projects won bipartisan approval from a Senate policy committee and is headed for a vote by the entire Senate. The Senate Judiciary Committee approved SB 659 (Borgeas; R-Fresno) on a vote of 5-4 on April 30. In testimony to the committee, CalChamber Policy Advocate Adam Regele noted that the bill is “narrowly crafted to protect crucial housing from meritless frivolous lawsuits.” The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is used sometimes by special interest and community groups to delay, scale back or halt projects for reasons unrelated to the environment. More details.  Military Affairs Forum Tomorrow! Thursday, May 09, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. This month's speakers are Kynan T. Henderson (K.T.), USO Camp Pendleton Pathfinder Site Manager and retired U.S.M.C. and Maria Paige, Program Director at Armed Services YMCA Camp Pendleton. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month (odd numbered months), from 8am to 9:00am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details.  New Member Breakfast This Friday! Friday, May 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber’s New Member Breakfast provides a focused presentation about maximizing your membership. Learn about various opportunities to increase your visibility and to build valuable connections in the community. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards to pass around. Breakfast will be provided at no cost! *Please Note: RSVP is required, as space is limited. Reservations are limited to one representative per company. More details and registration.  Business After Hours at Breakwater Brewing Co. Tuesday, May 14, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM  Breakwater Brewing Co.  101 N. Coast Hwy. #C-140  Oceanside, CA 92054 Join the Oceanside Chamber for Business After Hours on the Second Tuesday of every other month from 5:00 - 6:30pm. This is a free, casual meet up for local business community members. Business After Hours is open to Chamber Members and Non-members, so bring a friend and make new ones. This month's venue is Breakwater Brewing Co. Breakwater opened its doors in July of 2008, on the corner of Pacific Coast Hwy and Seagaze Drive in downtown Oceanside, just steps away from the town’s iconic pier. The restaurant started brewing beer early in 2009, and has been delighting local regulars and visitors ever since. Have some questions? Contact Membership Coordinator, Emerald Lowe, at Emerald@oceansidechamber.com or call (760) 722-1534 x 110. More details and registration. Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Saturday, May 18, 2019 11:00AM - 4:00PM Downtown Oceanside Oceanside Civic Center Plaza and Pier View Way Operation Appreciation has a NEW LOCATION.  This event will span over 3 blocks in downtown Oceanside and will begin near the corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway. Free parking is available in the Civic Center Parking Structure as well as the Transit Center parking structure. Thousands of active duty military, their family and dependents are treated to a day of free food, entertainment and a fun zone for kids. The fun begins at 11:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. The day consists of a host of activities: including a great children's fun zone with inflatable jumps, rock climbing wall, kid's crafts, activities and face painting. All Active Duty Military and their dependents must bring an Active Duty Military ID Card to get unlimited rides, activities, and a free lunch. This event is open to the public, and food and fun zone tickets available for purchase. Entertainment can be enjoyed by all who attend. More details. Event sponsorship information.  5K Fun Run/Walk to Benefit Local Community Health Center, VCC Sunday, May 19, 2019 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM  South Ponto Beach Carlsbad, CA 92024 North County San Diego based Vista Community Clinic (VCC) will be holding its second annual charity fun run/walk next month on Sunday May 19th at South Ponto Beach in Carlsbad. The 5k fun run/walk event will begin with registration at 7:00 a.m., and will benefit the health center directly. Registration for the event is $30 per adult, $10 for children 6-12, and free for kids 5 and under. All proceeds will go toward the programs and services VCC provides to the communities served. Participants will receive a race shirt, goody bag, and breakfast following the event, and all ages are welcome to run, walk, ride, scoot, or skate on a short, scenic course along the coast. Dogs on leashes are also invited to join in. More details. Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House Grand Opening Sunday, May 19, 2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House 1816 Ste. F ​​​​​Oceanside Blvd. Oceanside, CA 92054 For many years ALNC members have had to manage the business of the organization from a small cramped space shared with the Thrift Shop. On May 19 members will celebrate the expansion of the business to now include a proper Chapter House where board meetings, program meetings and guests can be invited to conduct business and share information about ALNC. Program supplies have been moved from rented storage units to convenient and usable space within the Chapter House. Conference tables and chairs have been arranged to invite members and guests to visit and work together.  Please join us on May 19 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for a celebration of our growth and our success with helping and supporting students. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be facilitating the ribbon cutting ceremony at 2:30pm. More details. Chamber to Honor Local Police, Firefighters, Lifeguards and Teachers at Oceanside Heroes Reception Wednesday, June 12, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Oceanside Museum of Art  704 Pier View Way  Oceanside, CA 92054 On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, 92054, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will take profound pleasure in presenting the 4th Annual Oceanside Heroes Reception Ceremony. The Chamber has committed to annually recognize, honor and pay tribute to Oceanside's dedicated and deserving firefighters, police officers, teachers and lifeguards. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce commends these public servants as individuals who truly merit praise. More details and registration. Sponsorship packet. Scholarship donations.  Last Chance to Register for the 2019 China Trip  In October of 2019 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to China. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2099 (single occupancy). The Trip Includes... Roundtrip international airfare & Chinese domestic airfare & tax​​​​​ 4-and 5-star hotel accommodations 3 meals each day Deluxe bus tours  Fluent English-speaking tour guides Entrance fees for attractions The deadline to reserve your spot is Friday, May 31st! Final payments and paperwork can be submitted to Tracy Chin at the Chamber offices. She can be reached by email at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com, or by phone at (760) 722-1534 *103. More details and registration information.  Reach Thousands of Potential Customers Through Direct Mail Distribution of Oceanside Quarterly Journal Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement.  San Diego's Farms and Foods... Brought to You by Water! San Diego may be known nationwide for its beautiful beaches and unbeatable year - round weather, but what many people don’t realize is that many of the avocados in their tacos, the lettuce and tomatoes in their salad, and the potted plants for their yard are all grown right here in San Diego County. With more than 5,500 local farms employing thousands of San Diegans, the local $4.8 billion agriculture industry is thriving – and it’s all possible because of the safe and reliable water supply provided by the San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies along with our famously perfect climate. More details.​​ Receive an SDG&E Bill Credit for Clean Driving For the third consecutive year, electric vehicle drivers in SDG&E’s service area may be eligible for a bill credit on their energy bill for driving clean. If you drive an all-electric or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, you may qualify for the annual Electric Vehicle Climate Credit (EVCC). This credit is part of a statewide program administered by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in California. ​“More and more people are making the switch to plug-in vehicles because they see many advantages beyond environmental benefits, including performance and fuel savings,” said Mike Schneider, SDG&E’s vice president of clean transportation and asset management. “The progress our region is making in clean transportation is a sign that we are moving in the right direction to build a clean air and clean energy future.” More details. With New SALT limit, IRS Explains Tax Treatment of State and Local Tax Refunds  The Internal Revenue Service today clarified the tax treatment of state and local tax refunds arising from any year in which the new limit on the state and local tax (SALT) deduction is in effect. In Revenue Ruling 2019-11, posted today on IRS.gov, the IRS provided four examples illustrating how the long-standing tax benefit rule interacts with the new SALT limit to determine the portion of any state or local tax refund that must be included on the taxpayer’s federal income tax return. Today’s announcement does not affect state tax refunds received in 2018 for tax returns currently being filed. More details. Labor Compliance in a Day ​​​​​​Thursday, May 23, 2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This workshops training topics include Government Contracting including: California Prevailing Wage 101, discussing the history of labor code, subcontractors vs general contractors and penalties and enforcement, a step-by-step how to for DIR Registry, Wage Determinations & Classifications, Certified Payroll & Related forms, Fringe Benefits, and Process Flow & Best Practice. More details and registration. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Money Mailer of North Coastal Oceanside Physical Therapy Staples - Oceanside #0759 ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS AFLAC - Rusty Smith Cinematic Arts & Sound Greater Tri Cities IPA Medical Group Jakprints JaniExpress Sunny Day Tutoring Service Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS MiraCosta Community College District Awards Construction Contract for Iconic New Monument Sign at its Community Learning Center Site   Free Comic Book Day May 4th!   Mother's Day Pancake Breakfast at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside! Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Gems N Loans Sales Clerk FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk ​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/8/2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM North County Employers Internship Workshop 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Breakwater Brewing Co. 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Fat Joe's O'side 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser California Law Prohibits Questions About Gender on Job Applications (Source: CalChamber) Our job application asks applicants to state their gender. Is that allowed under California law? California law prohibits employers from asking, either directly or indirectly, about an individual’s sex or gender. Therefore, job applications should not include any questions about an applicant’s sex or gender. For employers who must request information about sex or gender for legally required government reporting (such as EEO-1 Reports), the disclosure of that information must be voluntary. In addition, you can’t discriminate against someone who refuses to provide that information. More details.  Emerging Issues Forum Tomorrow! Thursday, May 02, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. In May, our featured speaker will be Katie Scanlan, Public Affairs Manager at San Diego Gas & Electric. Come learn about the evolving energy landscape and why the State is transitioning eligible residential customers to Time-of-Use pricing plans. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 1st Thursday ,of every month, from 8am to 9:30am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. CalChamber - Sponsored Bill to Protect Businesses from Predatory Lawsuits Passes (Source: CalChamber) Legislation sponsored by the California Chamber of Commerce to help educate businesses and protect them from predatory lawsuits passed an Assembly committee last week with unanimous support. AB 1607 (Boerner Horvath; D-Encinitas) will provide notice about the Gender Tax Repeal Act to businesses when they obtain a business license. The Gender Tax Repeal Act precludes businesses from charging different prices for services based upon gender and requires a select list of businesses (tailors, barbers, hair salons, dry cleaners) to post a notice of pricing for the standard services provided. More details. First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, May 07, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber   928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber's "First Tuesday Coffee" is a great networking opportunity and is open to chamber members and prospective members*. There is no cost to attend for members. Our format for the "First Tuesday Coffee" is roundtable "self-introductions", so come prepared to meet some great local business people and to tell them more about your business. Also be sure to bring plenty of business cards. The event takes place from 8am to 9am at the Chamber office, 928 North Coast Highway in Oceanside. You can reserve your space online or RSVP to Emerald Lowe at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. More details. North County Employers Internship Workshop Wednesday, May 8, 2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM  North Coastal Live Well Health Center  1701 Mission Ave  Oceanside, CA 92058 Expand your business and serve the community by establishing an internship program! Interns increase your productivity, boost brand visibility, and provide future talent. Help our youth gain essential job skills, begin to build a network, and receive mentoring. More details and registration.  Military Affairs Forum Thursday, May 09, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. This month's speakers are Kynan T. Henderson (K.T.), USO Camp Pendleton Pathfinder Site Manager and retired U.S.M.C. and Maria Paige, Program Director at Armed Services YMCA Camp Pendleton. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month (odd numbered months), from 8am to 9:00am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details.  New Member Breakfast Friday, May 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber’s New Member Breakfast provides a focused presentation about maximizing your membership. Learn about various opportunities to increase your visibility and to build valuable connections in the community. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards to pass around. Breakfast will be provided at no cost! *Please Note: RSVP is required, as space is limited. Reservations are limited to one representative per company. More details and registration. Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Saturday, May 18, 2019 11:00AM - 4:00PM Downtown Oceanside Oceanside Civic Center Plaza and Pier View Way Operation Appreciation has a NEW LOCATION.  This event will span over 3 blocks in downtown Oceanside and will begin near the corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway. Free parking is available in the Civic Center Parking Structure as well as the Transit Center parking structure. Thousands of active duty military, their family and dependents are treated to a day of free food, entertainment and a fun zone for kids. The fun begins at 11:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. The day consists of a host of activities: including a great children's fun zone with inflatable jumps, rock climbing wall, kid's crafts, activities and face painting. All Active Duty Military and their dependents must bring an Active Duty Military ID Card to get unlimited rides, activities, and a free lunch. This event is open to the public, and food and fun zone tickets available for purchase. Entertainment can be enjoyed by all who attend. More details. Event sponsorship information. Chamber to Honor Local Police, Firefighters, Lifeguards and Teachers at Oceanside Heroes Reception Wednesday, June 12, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Oceanside Museum of Art  704 Pier View Way  Oceanside, CA 92054 On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, 92054, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will take profound pleasure in presenting the 4th Annual Oceanside Heroes Reception Ceremony. The Chamber has committed to annually recognize, honor and pay tribute to Oceanside's dedicated and deserving firefighters, police officers, teachers and lifeguards. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce commends these public servants as individuals who truly merit praise. More details and registration. Sponsorship packet. Scholarship donations. Reach Thousands of Potential Customers Through Direct Mail Distribution of Oceanside Quarterly Journal Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement.  San Diego's Farms and Foods... Brought to You by Water! San Diego may be known nationwide for its beautiful beaches and unbeatable year - round weather, but what many people don’t realize is that many of the avocados in their tacos, the lettuce and tomatoes in their salad, and the potted plants for their yard are all grown right here in San Diego County. With more than 5,500 local farms employing thousands of San Diegans, the local $4.8 billion agriculture industry is thriving – and it’s all possible because of the safe and reliable water supply provided by the San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies along with our famously perfect climate. More details. Business, Education, and Community Partnerships Are Key To A Strong Workforce Pipeline in Oceanside Nearly 1,500 students graduate from Oceanside Unified School District (OUSD) high schools each year. With diploma in hand they are deemed ready for the next step whether pursuing a postsecondary degree or certificate, starting a job or joining the military. But, are they really prepared to meet the needs of local, regional, and global businesses? According to the results of 2018 Global Talent Shortage Survey conducted by the Manpower Group, 46% of participating USA companies reported difficulties in finding talent with the skills they need to fill open positions. Currently, only 41% of OUSD’s high school graduates meet California’s college and career readiness standards known as A-G Requirements. More details. Help Oceanside Win #1- Take the Pledge Now!  The City of Oceanside is participating in the 2019 Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, a national competition to see which cities are the most water-wise. Help our city win the challenge by taking a one-minute pledge online at mywaterpledge.com from April 1-30. By taking the pledge, residents will positively impact their cities through their commitments to reduce potable water consumption and prevent excess waste from entering watersheds. In return, residents from the highest scoring cities will be entered into drawings for $3,000 toward their home utility bill, smart irrigation devices for their yard and hundreds of other prizes. Watch how Oceanside Mayor, Peter Weiss, takes the pledge and shows us how easy it is to help make Oceanside a greener Oceanside: Full video. With New SALT limit, IRS Explains Tax Treatment of State and Local Tax Refunds  The Internal Revenue Service today clarified the tax treatment of state and local tax refunds arising from any year in which the new limit on the state and local tax (SALT) deduction is in effect. In Revenue Ruling 2019-11, posted today on IRS.gov, the IRS provided four examples illustrating how the long-standing tax benefit rule interacts with the new SALT limit to determine the portion of any state or local tax refund that must be included on the taxpayer’s federal income tax return. Today’s announcement does not affect state tax refunds received in 2018 for tax returns currently being filed. More details. Labor Compliance in a Day ​​​​​​Thursday, May 23, 2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This workshops training topics include Government Contracting including: California Prevailing Wage 101, discussing the history of labor code, subcontractors vs general contractors and penalties and enforcement, a step-by-step how to for DIR Registry, Wage Determinations & Classifications, Certified Payroll & Related forms, Fringe Benefits, and Process Flow & Best Practice. More details and registration. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

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Wednesday, April 24, 2019
OCC Update April 24, 2019

Oceanside Chamber Update April 24, 2019

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Money Mailer of North Coastal Oceanside Physical Therapy Staples - Oceanside #0759 ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Agri Service All Day Heating and Air Conditioning LLC Buffalo Wild Wings Lawyer Referral Service of the San Diego County Bar Association The Super Dentists Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Region’s First Clinic for Inflammatory Breast Cancer Launches   Portrait of a Woman Veteran at First Friday Art Walk   Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Hosts Representative Mike Levin   Federal Heath Names Sid Rasnick New President as Kevin Stotmeister Announces Retirement   MiraCosta College Student Success Stories Underscore Why April has been Designated as California Community College Month   Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Gems N Loans Sales Clerk FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk ​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 4/24/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 4/26/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/8/2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM North County Employers Internship Workshop 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hoursat Breakwater Brewing Co. 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Fat Joe's O'side 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Retaliation Still Dominates EEOC Charges Nationwide (Source: CalChamber) The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released detailed breakdowns of the 76,418 workplace discrimination charges the agency received in fiscal year (FY) 2018. Retaliation continues to be the most frequently filed charge for the agency. In FY 2018, the EEOC resolved 90,558 discrimination charges and secured over $505 million for victims in private sector, state and local government, and federal workplaces. The EEOC reduced their charge workload by 19.5 percent even while handling 519,000 calls, 34,600 emails and more than 200,000 inquires in field offices. More details.  Emerging Issues Forum Thursday, May 02, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. In May, our featured speaker will be Katie Scanlan, Public Affairs Manager at San Diego Gas & Electric. Come learn about the evolving energy landscape and why the State is transitioning eligible residential customers to Time-of-Use pricing plans. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 1st Thursday ,of every month, from 8am to 9:30am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. Make New Business Connections at Tomorrow's April  Business Mixer Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for our Business Mixer on Thursday, April 25th at the Veterans Association of North County (VANC), 1617 Mission Avenue, Oceanside CA 92058 from 5 to 7 pm.  Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit VANC. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Please note overflow parking is available at the County offices across the street. Register.  OYPN's 1st Annual Puzzle Competition Tonight! Wednesday, April 24, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stone Brewing Co. 310 N Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Are you up for a little competition? Join the Oceanside Young Professional Network as they host their first Annual Puzzle Completion at Stone Brewing in Oceanside on April 24th from 5pm-7pm. Pre-register with discounted pricing online today! Tickets are $30 for a team of 4 or $10 for individuals online. All teams will compete in a 500pc competition before the 2 winning teams move on to the final 1000pc competition. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a local nonprofit. No experience necessary. Come out and meet fellow young professionals and support a good cause! Each team member competing will receive a free prize. Winning team members in the final round will receive gift baskets from participating sponsors! Register here!   North County Employers Internship Workshop Wednesday, May 8, 2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM  North Coastal Live Well Health Center  1701 Mission Ave  Oceanside, CA 92058 Expand your business and serve the community by establishing an internship program! Interns increase your productivity, boost brand visibility, and provide future talent. Help our youth gain essential job skills, begin to build a network, and receive mentoring. More details and registration. One More Customer Webcast: How to Use Video to Promote Your Business Friday, April 26, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us for this episode as Burt Holland shares insights to help you navigate the world of video. As the importance of video content and marketing grows, you need to understand how to leverage video in the most effective, powerful, and attractive way! We’ll look at several examples as Burt shares: How to creatively tell your business’s story How to assess your business’s video needs Equipment and resources to help you produce better video Common mistakes that small businesses and how to avoid them Burt Holland is co-founder and creative partner of Encyclomedia , an award-winning video production house. After graduating with honors from Florida State University with a degree in business, Burt embarked on a management career with Hyatt Hotels. While overseeing the development of training videos for the company, he soon discovered his true calling in video production. More details. First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, May 07, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber   928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber's "First Tuesday Coffee" is a great networking opportunity and is open to chamber members and prospective members*. There is no cost to attend for members. Our format for the "First Tuesday Coffee" is roundtable "self-introductions", so come prepared to meet some great local business people and to tell them more about your business. Also be sure to bring plenty of business cards. The event takes place from 8am to 9am at the Chamber office, 928 North Coast Highway in Oceanside. You can reserve your space online or RSVP to Emerald Lowe at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. More details. Last Chance to Advertise in The Best of OCEANSIDE City Map DEADLINE: April 30th The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce publishes the City of Oceanside Street Map annually. The printed map is distributed through the Chamber office, California Welcome Center - Oceanside, MainStreet Oceanside, Oceanside Public Library, at Community events including Sunset Market and Farmer's Market; via the Oceanside Chamber's weekly military welcome aboard meetings at Camp Pendleton, at local hotels and vacation rentals, real estate offices, and more. Advertising space is limited. ContactEmerald Lowe or Kristi Warwick for details. Download Media Kit/Advertising Agreement.   Building a Green Photography Business (Source: Marcy Browe Photography) "On this Earth Day I am thrilled to announce that Marcy Browe Photography has been included in the Green Oceanside Business Network!!! Green Oceanside Businesses are recognized as environmental leaders that incorporate sustainable practices. The Green Oceanside Business Network was created to spur innovation and environmental responsibility while helping Oceanside businesses prosper in the green economy. I take pride in running an environmentally conscious business and I provide my clients with beautiful, sustainable products." More details. Last Chance to Thank Our Troops in the Annual Operation Appreciation Guide! DEADLINE: April 29th On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Tap That 6 Year Anniversary Party This Saturday! Saturday, April 27, 2019 3:00 PM - 11:00PM Tap That 3207 Roymar Rd. Ste. E Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us Saturday April 27th to celebrate Tap That Turning 6! We are so very thankful to all of our amazing customers for all the love and support we have received over the last 6 years and we want to celebrate with YOU! As Always this is a FREE to enter event. No tickets needed, however it is a 21+ event so please leave the kiddos at home for this one. Also please refrain from bringing your four legged babies as space will be limited. We will have live Music from The Euphonics-Will Locken from 3 to 6pm, Small Batch Ramblers from 6-7pm, and DJ Strikeout in the house from 7-11pm to keep the party rockin! Hourly Raffles starting at 4 pm with the Grand prize winner being drawn at 10pm.* Our Friends with The Pig Roasters will be on site cooking up their amazing BBQ. And you KNOW we will have some KILLER Beers on tap for this event, so don't miss out! More details. Military Automotive Assistance Program Thursday, May 2, 2019 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 During the Military Automotive Assistance Program (MAAP), find out how you can buy a vehicle on your terms not the dealers. Our mission is to prepare you to make the 2nd largest purchase of your life. Understand the purchase process and methods dealers so you can keep your hard earned dollars. Learn from someone who has over a decade of experience in the industry. This is a free workshop. Dinner will be provided. More information and registration. Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Saturday, May 18, 2019 11:00AM - 4:00PM Downtown Oceanside Oceanside Civic Center Plaza and Pier View Way Operation Appreciation has a NEW LOCATION.  This event will span over 3 blocks in downtown Oceanside and will begin near the corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway. Free parking is available in the Civic Center Parking Structure as well as the Transit Center parking structure. Thousands of active duty military, their family and dependents are treated to a day of free food, entertainment and a fun zone for kids. The fun begins at 11:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. The day consists of a host of activities: including a great children's fun zone with inflatable jumps, rock climbing wall, kid's crafts, activities and face painting. All Active Duty Military and their dependents must bring an Active Duty Military ID Card to get unlimited rides, activities, and a free lunch. This event is open to the public, and food and fun zone tickets available for purchase. Entertainment can be enjoyed by all who attend. More details. Event sponsorship information. Oceanside Business Journal: Direct Mailed to Thousands of Local Businesses and Residents Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement. The USO Serving Camp Pendleton The USO has arrived at Camp Pendleton and in less than a year has already served more than 45,000 military members.​​ For almost 80 years, the USO has been the nation’s leading organization serving men and women in the U.S. military, and their families, throughout their time in uniform. From the moment they join, through their assignments and deployments, and as they transition back to their communities, the USO is always by their side. More details. El Camino High School Chosen to Design Vans Shoe for Annual Custom Culture Contest  (Source: Josh Jenkins – Fox 5 San Diego) Every year, Vans, an American manufacturer of skateboarding shoes and related apparel, hosts the Vans Custom Culture design contest. The contest aims to inspire and empower student creativity through art and design, and to bring much needed attention to struggling arts education budgets. The Custom Culture contest spans nationwide, encouraging students to take a specific theme and let their imagination run wild on a blank Vans shoe canvas. Out of several thousand submissions nationwide, El Camino High School was selected as 1 of 500 schools to receive two pairs of Vans shoes to customize. These top two designs will then be submitted back to Vans who will choose the top 50 designs advancing to a public vote. The winner of the contest receives $75,000 for their school’s art program, a BBQ and a surprise musical performance from Vans. FOX 5 photojournalist Josh Jenkins got a firsthand look at some of the student’s custom designs. Full video. Help Oceanside Win #1- Take the Pledge Now!  The City of Oceanside is participating in the 2019 Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, a national competition to see which cities are the most water-wise. Help our city win the challenge by taking a one-minute pledge online at mywaterpledge.com from April 1-30. By taking the pledge, residents will positively impact their cities through their commitments to reduce potable water consumption and prevent excess waste from entering watersheds. In return, residents from the highest scoring cities will be entered into drawings for $3,000 toward their home utility bill, smart irrigation devices for their yard and hundreds of other prizes. Watch how Oceanside Mayor, Peter Weiss, takes the pledge and shows us how easy it is to help make Oceanside a greener Oceanside: Full video. With New SALT limit, IRS Explains Tax Treatment of State and Local Tax Refunds  The Internal Revenue Service today clarified the tax treatment of state and local tax refunds arising from any year in which the new limit on the state and local tax (SALT) deduction is in effect. In Revenue Ruling 2019-11, posted today on IRS.gov, the IRS provided four examples illustrating how the long-standing tax benefit rule interacts with the new SALT limit to determine the portion of any state or local tax refund that must be included on the taxpayer’s federal income tax return. Today’s announcement does not affect state tax refunds received in 2018 for tax returns currently being filed. More details. Fundamentals of Desktop QuickBooks for Business Owners Tomorrow! Thursday, April 25, 2019 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This course will teach you the essential elements of the desktop version of QuickBooks and help you to understand how the program works to provide you with the financial information you need to run your business successfully. You will learn about the chart of accounts and item lists-the very foundation of this robust accounting program. You will see how to enter basic transactions, customize the program to your business needs, obtain reports and much, much more! More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, April 26, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hunter Steakhouse RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

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Wednesday, April 17, 2019
OCC Update April 17, 2019

Oceanside Chamber Update April 17, 2019

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Care Choice Health Systems, Inc ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Batteries Plus Bulbs Insight Oceanside North County LGBTQ Resource Center Oceanside Abbey Carpet & Floor Oceanside Marine Centre Inc Rockin' Baja Coastal Cantina Studio Ace Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS California Community College Month Highlights MiraCosta College Contributions to the Community   National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 27th from 10:00am to 2:00pm   Oceanside Adventures Gray Whale Mom & Baby! Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Gems N Loans Sales Clerk FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk ​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 4/17/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wine, Women and Wealth 4/12/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 4/24/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 4/26/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/8/2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM North County Employers Internship Workshop 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hoursat Breakwater Brewing Co. 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Fat Joe's O'side 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser CalChamber Launches #RespectWorks Campaign; Employers Embrace Effort to Promote Inclusiveness and Ensure Harassment-Free Workplaces  (Source: CalChamber) The California Chamber of Commerce today kicked off #RespectWorks, a campaign joined by a large and growing list of flagship California companies pledging to promote inclusiveness and prevent harassment in their workplaces. “Harassment has no place in our workplaces,” said Allan Zaremberg, President of CalChamber.  “Joining #RespectWorks demonstrates an employer’s solid commitment to their workers and the success of their company.   Harassment-free workplaces have higher retention rates, recruit and hire the most qualified workers and are more productive and successful.” More details. Make New Business Connections at the April Business Mixer Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for our Business Mixer on Thursday, April 25th at the Veterans Association of North County (VANC), 1617 Mission Avenue, Oceanside CA 92058 from 5 to 7 pm.  Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit VANC. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Please note overflow parking is available at the County offices across the street. Register.  Google Workshop Tips for Measuring Online Success Tomorrow! Thursday, April 18, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 In this presentation, we will talk about three ways to track and measure online success, using of tools from Google. Over 50 percent of global internet traffic is on mobile devices and over 70 to 56 percent of that traffic is devoted to transactional oriented searches (searchers want to buy something). As a small business, are you willing to ignore that market for your business?  Google has devoted considerable resources to provide information and tools to help you tap into that market and Oceanside Chamber is presenting targeted Google sessions that cover these topics and tools. More details and registration. OYPN's 1st Annual Puzzle Competition Wednesday, April 24, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stone Brewing Co. 310 N Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Are you up for a little competition? Join the Oceanside Young Professional Network as they host their first Annual Puzzle Completion at Stone Brewing in Oceanside on April 24th from 5pm-7pm. Pre-register with discounted pricing online today! Tickets are $30 for a team of 4 or $10 for individuals online. All teams will compete in a 500pc competition before the 2 winning teams move on to the final 1000pc competition. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a local nonprofit. No experience necessary. Come out and meet fellow young professionals and support a good cause! Each team member competing will receive a free prize. Winning team members in the final round will receive gift baskets from participating sponsors! Register here!   Last Chance to Advertise in The Best of OCEANSIDE City Map DEADLINE: April 30th The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce publishes the City of Oceanside Street Map annually. The printed map is distributed through the Chamber office, California Welcome Center - Oceanside, MainStreet Oceanside, Oceanside Public Library, at Community events including Sunset Market and Farmer's Market; via the Oceanside Chamber's weekly military welcome aboard meetings at Camp Pendleton, at local hotels and vacation rentals, real estate offices, and more. Advertising space is limited. ContactEmerald Lowe or Kristi Warwick for details. Download Media Kit/Advertising Agreement.   Last Chance to Thank Our Troops in the Annual Operation Appreciation Guide! DEADLINE: April 29th On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Wine, Women and Wealth Tonight! Wednesday, April 17, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Wine, Women and Wealth is a nationwide community of women led by many of Five Ring’s top female producers. This is a community of women who desire to take charge of their financial future, expand their knowledge, and build their confidence regarding money and wealth. Amazing things happen when women team up – especially when you add fine wine to the mix. Whether you’re at the end of your rope or the top of the corporate ladder, there is always more to learn about how you can make your money work for you. Wine, Women & Wealth is offered in multiple locations across the country, we encourage you to attend a few in order to meet all of the amazing women in our community. Don’t forget to bring lots of business cards! More details.  Tap That 6 Year Anniversary Party! Saturday, April 27, 2019 3:00 PM - 11:00PM Tap That 3207 Roymar Rd. Ste. E Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us Saturday April 27th to celebrate Tap That Turning 6! We are so very thankful to all of our amazing customers for all the love and support we have received over the last 6 years and we want to celebrate with YOU! As Always this is a FREE to enter event. No tickets needed, however it is a 21+ event so please leave the kiddos at home for this one. Also please refrain from bringing your four legged babies as space will be limited. We will have live Music from The Euphonics-Will Locken from 3 to 6pm, Small Batch Ramblers from 6-7pm, and DJ Strikeout in the house from 7-11pm to keep the party rockin! Hourly Raffles starting at 4 pm with the Grand prize winner being drawn at 10pm.* Our Friends with The Pig Roasters will be on site cooking up their amazing BBQ. And you KNOW we will have some KILLER Beers on tap for this event, so don't miss out! More details. Military Automotive Assistance Program Thursday, May 2, 2019 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 During the Military Automotive Assistance Program (MAAP), find out how you can buy a vehicle on your terms not the dealers. Our mission is to prepare you to make the 2nd largest purchase of your life. Understand the purchase process and methods dealers so you can keep your hard earned dollars. Learn from someone who has over a decade of experience in the industry. This is a free workshop. Dinner will be provided. More information and registration. North County Employers Internship Workshop Wednesday, May 8, 2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM  North Coastal Live Well Health Center  1701 Mission Ave  Oceanside, CA 92058 Expand your business and serve the community by establishing an internship program! Interns increase your productivity, boost brand visibility, and provide future talent. Help our youth gain essential job skills, begin to build a network, and receive mentoring. More details and registration. Oceanside Business Journal: Direct Mailed to Thousands of Local Businesses and Residents Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement. El Camino High School Chosen to Design Vans Shoe for Annual Custom Culture Contest  (Source: Josh Jenkins – Fox 5 San Diego) Every year, Vans, an American manufacturer of skateboarding shoes and related apparel, hosts the Vans Custom Culture design contest. The contest aims to inspire and empower student creativity through art and design, and to bring much needed attention to struggling arts education budgets. The Custom Culture contest spans nationwide, encouraging students to take a specific theme and let their imagination run wild on a blank Vans shoe canvas. Out of several thousand submissions nationwide, El Camino High School was selected as 1 of 500 schools to receive two pairs of Vans shoes to customize. These top two designs will then be submitted back to Vans who will choose the top 50 designs advancing to a public vote. The winner of the contest receives $75,000 for their school’s art program, a BBQ and a surprise musical performance from Vans. FOX 5 photojournalist Josh Jenkins got a firsthand look at some of the student’s custom designs. Full video. Help Oceanside Win #1- Take the Pledge Now!  The City of Oceanside is participating in the 2019 Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, a national competition to see which cities are the most water-wise. Help our city win the challenge by taking a one-minute pledge online at mywaterpledge.com from April 1-30. By taking the pledge, residents will positively impact their cities through their commitments to reduce potable water consumption and prevent excess waste from entering watersheds. In return, residents from the highest scoring cities will be entered into drawings for $3,000 toward their home utility bill, smart irrigation devices for their yard and hundreds of other prizes. Watch how Oceanside Mayor, Peter Weiss, takes the pledge and shows us how easy it is to help make Oceanside a greener Oceanside: Full video. Oceanside’s LAMVIN, Inc. Receives California Competes Tax Credit LAMVIN, Inc. is a manufacturer of custom architectural acoustical products here in Oceanside, California. Opened in 1961, the company’s name was derived from Laminating Vinyl.  Under new ownership in the 1980s, acoustical products became their primary focus. (If you’ve ever eaten in a noisy restaurant or café, you can most often attribute the noise level to a lack of “acoustic absorption”.  Acoustic absorption reduces sound and echoes by adding soft materials to hard surfaces.) More details. The North County Elevate My Business Challenge LIFT Development Enterprises (LIFT) is a not-for-profit micro small business growth accelerator program. Through workshops and mentorship, the program educates small businesses on how to become job creators, scale their business, and improve their business financial health. As a celebratory conclusion for the program’s successful graduates, a Pitch & Graduation Day is held where cash and service prizes are awarded to the top growth plan presentations, along with the opportunity to network with potential investors and partners. Post-program support is included for all graduates. More details. Tax Time Guide Wrap-Up: Tips on Payment Options, Penalty Waivers, Refunds and More The Internal Revenue Service today urged taxpayers to file an accurate tax return on time, even if they owe but can’t pay in full. The IRS also recommends that taxpayers do a Paycheck Checkup early in 2019 to avoid having too much or too little tax withheld. Most taxpayers are being affected by major tax law changes. While most will get a tax refund, others may find that they owe taxes. Those who owe may qualify for a waiver of the estimated tax penalty that normally applies. See Form 2210, Underpayment of Estimated Tax by Individuals, Estates and Trusts, and its instructions for details. This news release is part of a series called the Tax Time Guide, a resource to help taxpayers file an accurate tax return. Additional help is available in Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax, and the tax reform information page. More details. Sustainable Strategies for Business Innovations Wednesday, April 24, 2019 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM  SDG&E’s Energy Innovation Center 4760 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. San Diego 92117.  Are you in need of a strategy to incorporate sustainability into your business operations? While some businesses incorporate sustainable practices because of environmental convictions, others are motivated from pressure from stakeholders including regulators, shareholders or customers to demonstrate knowledge for a competitive edge. This seminar will examine how businesses develop and implement strategies to promote sustainability. Participants will examine roles and responsibilities of sustainable strategic managers and learn how to apply the tools of strategic business management to problems of sustainability. Participants will consider how managers apply leadership strategies to promote sustainable practices in their organizations. More details. Fundamentals of Desktop QuickBooks for Business Owners Thursday, April 25, 2019 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This course will teach you the essential elements of the desktop version of QuickBooks and help you to understand how the program works to provide you with the financial information you need to run your business successfully. You will learn about the chart of accounts and item lists-the very foundation of this robust accounting program. You will see how to enter basic transactions, customize the program to your business needs, obtain reports and much, much more! More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, April 26, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hunter Steakhouse RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

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Wednesday, April 10, 2019
OCC Update April 10, 2019

Oceanside Chamber Update April 10, 2019

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Harris Agency - Farmers Insurance QTC Medical Services Coomber Craft Wines LA Fitness ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Harvest Time Produce, Inc Jersey Mike's Subs, Oceanside LP Fishing Supply Mariposa Ice Cream Oceanside Pier Pick Up Stix Swami's Cafe Tap That Draft Beer Services and Tap Room Anderson Catering Services Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Progress on Oceanside Quiet Zone Project   MiraCosta College Promise Offers First-Time, Full-Time Students Tuition-Free College for Two Years   BGCO Granted $1,000 by San Diego County Ag in the Classroom to Expand Garden at San Luis Rey Elementary Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Gems N Loans Sales Clerk FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk ​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/17/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wine, Women and Wealth 4/12/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 4/24/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 4/26/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/8/2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM North County Employers Internship Workshop 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hoursat Breakwater Brewing Co. 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Fat Joe's O'side 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser CalChamber Releases 2019 Job Killer List (Source: CalChamber) The California Chamber of Commerce yesterday released its annual Job Killer list, which includes 24 bills that would harm California’s economic growth and job creation should they become law. “These bills represent some of the worst policy proposals affecting California employers and our economy currently being considered by Legislature,” said CalChamber President Allan Zaremberg. “Some of these bills have been rejected time and again by the Legislature or vetoed by the previous Governor. Legislators should, instead, focus on removing impediments to economic growth and creating upward mobility for all Californians.” More details. Oceanside Economic Development News Oceanside has a dynamic business climate with new restaurants, retail shops, and manufacturing businesses moving into the City. The City's Economic Development Division assists businesses with expansion and relocation to Oceanside by offering site searches, business visits, demographic and statistical information, and assistance with permit processing and business license issuance. Check link above for the latest new and coming business news. More details. Make New Business Connections at the April Business Mixer Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for our Business Mixer on Thursday, April 25th at the Veterans Association of North County (VANC), 1617 Mission Avenue, Oceanside CA 92058 from 5 to 7 pm.  Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit VANC. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Please note overflow parking is available at the County offices across the street. Register.  Last Chance to Advertise in The Best of OCEANSIDE City Map The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce publishes the City of Oceanside Street Map annually. The printed map is distributed through the Chamber office, California Welcome Center - Oceanside, MainStreet Oceanside, Oceanside Public Library, at Community events including Sunset Market and Farmer's Market; via the Oceanside Chamber's weekly military welcome aboard meetings at Camp Pendleton, at local hotels and vacation rentals, real estate offices, and more. Advertising space is limited. Contact Emerald Lowe, Director of Membership. Download Media Kit/Advertising Agreement.   Last Chance to Thank Our Troops in the Annual Operation Appreciation Guide! On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Ken Blanchard to Keynote Unite North County Luncheon Thursday, May 2, 2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad, CA, 92008 Join the key civic, business, church and non profit leaders of Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside, and Vista as we become INFORMED, INSPIRED and then ENGAGED for the good of our communities. The keynote speaker for this event is Ken Blanchard, world-renowned author and leadership expert. Ken is one of the most influential leadership experts in the world and is respected for his years of groundbreaking work in the fields of leadership and management. The event's emcee Luma Haddad, a distinguished public speaker. Luma Haddad is the Multi Ethnic Divisional Coordinator for the Southwest Division of Young Life as well as a Young Life Urban Area Director for San Diego South Bay for 19 years. More details. Final China Trip Orientation! Reserve Your Spot Now! Wednesday, April 10, 2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 In October of 2019 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to China. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2099 (single occupancy). The Trip Includes... Roundtrip international airfare & Chinese domestic airfare & tax​​​​​ 4-and 5-star hotel accommodations 3 meals each day Deluxe bus tours  Fluent English-speaking tour guides Entrance fees for attractions We are hosting a free orientation for all who are interested in learning more about the trip. Refreshments will be provide. Space is limited at the orientation so RSVP is required. Register.  Download our informational flyer. OYPN's 1st Annual Puzzle Competition Wednesday, April 24, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stone Brewing Co. 310 N Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Are you up for a little competition? Join the Oceanside Young Professional Network as they host their first Annual Puzzle Completion at Stone Brewing in Oceanside on April 24th from 5pm-7pm. Pre-register with discounted pricing online today! Tickets are $30 for a team of 4 or $10 for individuals online. All teams will compete in a 500pc competition before the 2 winning teams move on to the final 1000pc competition. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a local nonprofit. No experience necessary. Come out and meet fellow young professionals and support a good cause! Each team member competing will receive a free prize. Winning team members in the final round will receive gift baskets from participating sponsors! Register here!   The Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available Read the digital version of The Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal. This edition features the California Competes Tax Credit recipient, discusses the Chamber’s support of the North River Farms Project, highlights the history of the Top Gun house, and spends five minutes with Frontwave Credit Union exploring their recent unveiling of their new brand name. You’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Business News. Digital version.​ 6th Annual North County Economic Summit Wednesday, April 10, 2019 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM California State University San Marcos - University Student Union Ballroom 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd San Marcos, CA 92096 Join us April 10th for our 6th Annual North County Economic Summit The Summit is the main event for San Diego North Economic Development Council and your attendance and support helps us execute on our core mission of economic development: Marketing the region, Assisting North County companies as they expand and grow, and Connecting employers and educators to strengthen the region's workforce. Chamber members are eligible for a discounted price that is just $5 more than SDNEDC investors ($95). Email Hana Gilbert, Communications and Outreach Coordinator at the Oceanside Chamber, for your exclusive promo code. More details. Wine, Women and Wealth Wednesday, April 17, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Wine, Women and Wealth is a nationwide community of women led by many of Five Ring’s top female producers. This is a community of women who desire to take charge of their financial future, expand their knowledge, and build their confidence regarding money and wealth. Amazing things happen when women team up – especially when you add fine wine to the mix. Whether you’re at the end of your rope or the top of the corporate ladder, there is always more to learn about how you can make your money work for you. Wine, Women & Wealth is offered in multiple locations across the country, we encourage you to attend a few in order to meet all of the amazing women in our community. Don’t forget to bring lots of business cards! More details.  Google Workshop Tips for Measuring Online Success Thursday, April 18, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 In this presentation, we will talk about three ways to track and measure online success, using of tools from Google. Over 50 percent of global internet traffic is on mobile devices and over 70 to 56 percent of that traffic is devoted to transactional oriented searches (searchers want to buy something). As a small business, are you willing to ignore that market for your business?  Google has devoted considerable resources to provide information and tools to help you tap into that market and Oceanside Chamber is presenting targeted Google sessions that cover these topics and tools. More details and registration. North County Employers Internship Workshop Wednesday, May 08, 2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM  North Coastal Live Well Health Center  1701 Mission Ave  Oceanside, CA 92058 Expand your business and serve the community by establishing an internship program! Interns increase your productivity, boost brand visibility, and provide future talent. Help our youth gain essential job skills, begin to build a network, and receive mentoring. More details and registration. Bubbles by the Beach Ribbon Cutting Ceremony On Saturday, April 6th, Bubbles by the Beach celebrated their Grand Opening at 218 N. Cleveland St. in Oceanside. The event featured live music and food from fellow members Benito’s Pizza Cafe, Beach Hut Deli, Knockout Pizza & more. Many of Oceanside's newest pageant winners came out to show their support along and the business received a Certificate of Recognition from Congressman Mike Levin. The newly renovated market features everything craft beer, wine, champagne, spirits, grocery & bait. They are open Monday-Saturday 6am-1am and Sunday 7am-12am. More Photos. Coast Highway Corridor Study: Status Update In 2009, the City of Oceanside adopted the Coast Highway Vision and Strategic Plan. This plan serves as a blueprint for the revitalization and enhancement of the Coast Highway corridor between Harbor Drive in the north and Buena Vista Lagoon in the south. The Vision and Strategic Plan includes several recommendations to transform Coast Highway from an auto-oriented thoroughfare into a "complete street" that serves all modes of transportation from automobiles to pedestrians to bicyclists and transit vehicles. More details. The North County Elevate My Business Challenge LIFT Development Enterprises (LIFT) is a not-for-profit micro small business growth accelerator program. Through workshops and mentorship, the program educates small businesses on how to become job creators, scale their business, and improve their business financial health. As a celebratory conclusion for the program’s successful graduates, a Pitch & Graduation Day is held where cash and service prizes are awarded to the top growth plan presentations, along with the opportunity to network with potential investors and partners. Post-program support is included for all graduates. More details. 10 Energy Saving Tips for Small Businesses ​According to the EPA's ENERGY STAR program, U.S. small businesses together spend a whopping $60 billion on energy each year. Additionally, a survey conducted by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) found that energy costs are a top-three business expense for more than one-third of the nation's small businesses. More details. ​​​​ IRS Expands Penalty Waiver; Key Threshold Lowered to 80 Percent  The Internal Revenue Service today provided additional expanded penalty relief to taxpayers whose 2018 federal income tax withholding and estimated tax payments fell short of their total tax liability for the year. The IRS is lowering to 80 percent the threshold required to qualify for this relief. Under the relief originally announced Jan. 16, the threshold was 85 percent. The usual percentage threshold is 90 percent to avoid a penalty. More details. Fundamentals of Desktop QuickBooks for Business Owners Thursday, April 25, 2019 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This course will teach you the essential elements of the desktop version of QuickBooks and help you to understand how the program works to provide you with the financial information you need to run your business successfully. You will learn about the chart of accounts and item lists-the very foundation of this robust accounting program. You will see how to enter basic transactions, customize the program to your business needs, obtain reports and much, much more! More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, April 12, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, The Miller's Table RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Friday, April 26, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hunter Steakhouse RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

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Wednesday, April 3, 2019
OCC Update April 3, 2019

Oceanside Chamber Update April 3, 2019

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Century 21Award / Homes for Heroes Sharkey's Cuts for Kids Classy Glass Cleaning ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Epiphany ADR Omni Financial TENTEN Oceanside Metroflex Gym Coastal R.E. Service Team - Sylvia McGuire Altitude Trampoline Park - Vista Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Cox Charities Celebrates 20 Years of Giving with 20 Acts of Kindness in 2019   Oceanside Public Library Offers Books and Music with Link+   City of Oceanside Hosts Egg Hunt April 20th Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Membership Development Representative Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 4/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 4/6-4/7/2019 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM Relay for Life 4/6/2019 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Bubbles by the Beach Grand Opening 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/17/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wine, Women and Wealth 4/12/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/13/2019 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saluting Our Wounded Warriors Event 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 4/24/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 4/26/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM North County Employers Internship Workshop 5/8/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Full calendar ​​