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HOT OFF THE PRESS:
SUPERVISOR BARTLETT OPENS GRANT PROGRAM FOR 5TH DISTRICT SMALL BUSINESSES*:
- Do you operate a small business or nonprofit in Orange County's Fifth District? If so, you may qualify for a $10,000 grant. The application period runs until June 28; access online portal by clicking here.
VISIT CALIFORNIA: TOURISM OFFERS A PATH TO RECOVERY:
- The COVID-19 crisis has snuffed out 10 years of economic growth in California’s travel and tourism industry. The fallout from this crisis is estimated to cost the state $72.1 billion in visitor spending this year and 613,000 tourism jobs last month alone. However, the tourism industry offers a path to economic prosperity, continue reading.
REUSABLE GROCERY BAGS NOW OK TO USE IN MOST OF CALIFORNIA*:
- As California reopens, grocery stores in some counties may allow customers to resume using reusable grocery bags, with the exception that customers bag their own groceries. Read more.
NEW DISNEY RESERVATION SYSTEM TO INSTITUTED TO PROTECT GUESTS*:
- The reopening of Disneyland in July will see a different experience for annual passholders that includes limits on advance reservations and a temporary halt to park hopping. The changes will help support reopening safely. Read more here.
SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS IN OC, READ THIS TO GET YOUR SHARE OF $75 MILLION:
- OC Board of Supervisors and local cities have started the process of distributing $75 million in COVID-19 relief funding to small businesses. If your business has been affected by COVID-19, Click Here to learn how to apply for funding.
ARE YOU IN NEED OF PPE? NEW WEBSITE CONNECTS MANUFACTURES WITH BUSINESSES:
- California Manufacturing and Technology Association has launched a new website that will link California manufacturers producing personal protective equipment with buyers. If you're in need of PPE, visit Safely Making California.
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GOOD BUSINESS IS GOOD HEALTH:
THIS THURDAY!
OCBC AND OC HEALTH CARE AGENCY HOST WEBINAR ON HOW TO REOPEN*:
WHERE TO GET FREE COVID-19 TESTING IN OC:
ADVOCACY UPDATES:
BAD BILL HARMING
PROPERTY OWNERS
KILLED IN ASSEMBLY*:
- Opposed by OCBC, AB 2501 narrowly failed last week, thanks in large part to Orange County’s Assemblymembers. The bill would force financial institutions and financial service businesses to halt mortgage payments for up to two years after the COVID-19 state of emergency ends, increasing loan defaults exponentially, and ultimately force many businesses to close. OCBC thanks Assemblymembers Brough, Chen, Choi, Daly and Quirk-Silva for voting no.
NEW H-1B VISAS SUSPENDED THROUGH 2020*:
- President Trump signed an executive order restricting foreign nationals certain employment based-visas through the end of the year. Although OCBC appreciate's the President’s desire to want to get people back to work, Orange County companies heavily rely on the talent brought by H-1B visa holders to do the high skilled work the region is known for. This move will most likely hamper, not help, economic recovery. Learn more.
BUSINESS RESOURCES
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CALIFORNIA FORWARD REQUESTING NOMINATIONS IN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT*:
- California Forward is seeking nominations for their Partnerships for Industry and Education (PIE) Contest. If you are part of an amazing partnership between an employer and educational institution that is preparing students for successful careers considering applying here.
ARE YOU HIRING?
- OCBC supports the Orange County Development Board by helping job seekers land jobs. OCBC will create a custom job flyer for your open positions that is then circulated across the county. To view a previous flyer, click here. If your business is hiring, contact Jesse Ben-Ron, OCBC VP of Workforce and Economic Development.
WEBINAR- "UNDERSTANDING CERTIFICATION, CONTRACTING, & PROCUREMENT SERIES”:
- Join America’s Small Business Development Center in a four-part series to discuss available contracts for small businesses and how to utilize government contracts to build company revenue. Wednesday, June 24 at 11:00 a.m. Register here.
WEBINAR- "THINK LIKE AN INTERNATIONAL SALES EXPERT”:
- Hear from U.S. Commercial Service Trade Specialist on how to succeed in global markets and make your next export sale on Thursday, June 25 at 2:00 p.m. Register here.
WEBINAR- "CA WOMEN LEAD ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION ON RACISM & VIOLENCE AGAINST THE BLACK COMMUNITY":
- California Women Lead will host a complimentary round table discussion on the issues of systematic racism and how to incite national change. This event takes place on Friday, June 26, from 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. Featuring moderator, Board Member, Dr. Diandra Bremond and guest speakers: Board of Equalization Chair, Malia Cohen, Assembly member Sydney Kamlager-Dove, and others. Register here.
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MEMBERS IN THE NEWS:
OCBC PROUD TO PARTNER WITH OC BUSINESS JOURNAL & OC BLACK CHAMBER:
- Thank you Orange County Business Journal for providing OCBC and OC Black Chamber an opportunity to showcase black owned businesses, organizations and leaders in Orange County. Learn more here.
JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT LOOKS TO FUTURE*:
- JWA propels into the future with sustainability enhancements such as the use of the use of more energy-efficient lights, an upgraded automatic generator system with solar and electrical power, the installation of new water conservation technology, which will save approximately two million gallons a year, and more. Review the report.
PACIFIC SYMPHONY ANNOUNCES SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS:
- This summer, Pacific Symphony will host the Symphony’s AXP@Home program from June 22- July 17. A two-week, virtual music program that immerses middle school students in the fine arts and to creatively connect with peers. Register here.
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