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VA MASK MATCH MADE, IS YOUR RESTAURANT ON THE LIST?, SENATOR FEINSTEIN JOINS OCBC, LOW COST UCI ANTIBODY TEST, AND MORE! |
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HOT OFF THE PRESS
OCBC PLAYS MATCHMAKER! BYD DONATES 10,000 FACE MASKS TO LONG BEACH VA HOSPITAL:*
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When Isabelle Krasney, Irvine’s veteran advocate extraordinaire, called looking for face masks for vets, OCBC knew just who to ask: BYD, a high-tech electronics, automobile, new energy and rail transit company dedicated to innovation. Thank you Frank Girardot, Sam Kang, Stella Li of BYD and Trevor Daley of Cerrell.
LOOKING FOR A SAFE RESTAURANT? CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE OC RESTAURANTS WHO RECEIVED A #SafeDineOC GRANT!:*
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Restaurants who are awarded a #SafeDineOC $1,000 grant are featured on running list of restaurants that create a safe environment for their staff and patrons! View the list.
RECOMMEND YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT GET THEIR GRANT TODAY:* Apply here!
APPEAL COURT GRANTS LYFT & UBER TEMPORARY REPRIEVE AMID LYFT SERVICE SUSPENSION:*
SEN. FEINSTEIN JOINS OCBC ADVOCACY SUMMIT IN DC: LAST DAY TO REGISTER:*
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U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein will be the closing speaker for OCBC’s Virtual DC Advocacy Summit Monday, August 24, joining U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia, Reps. Alan Lowenthal, Mike Levin, Gil Cisneros and Mark Takano, and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Senior VP of Congressional and Public Affairs Jack Howard. Today is the last day to register so, click HERE!
YOUR HELP NEEDED STILL DURING THE PANDEMIC:*
DON'T MISS THIS - OC HEALTHCARE AGENCY'S STAR STUDDED SPREAD POSITIVE VIBES CAMPAIGN:*
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Spread Positive Vibes will debut August 24 and features a number of local celebrities from across OC. Learn more.
HELP CHILDREN LOCALLY - HERE ARE THE TOP 5 NEEDS AT CHOC CHILDREN'S:*
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Below are the top five items CHOC has identified as the highest priority and shortage needs this week. Contact Rachel Rolnicki for more information.
- Surgical Cap (24 inch Primary Blue Large Print)
- N95 Regular Masks
- N95 Small Masks
- Isolation Gown (Universal)
- Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) Hood (Medium/Large)
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ADVOCACY UPDATES:
PROPOSED RESTRICTIONS ON OWNERS TO COLLECT RENT—A JOB KILLER:
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AB 1436, labeled as a “Job Killer” by California Chamber of Commerce, would force rental property owners to not collect rent for the entirety of the COVID-19 state of emergency or until April 1, 2021 (whichever comes first) and restricts owners from collecting unpaid rent for an additional 12 months after that. The bill offers no financial assistance to property owners or renters. This dangerous bill could result in foreclosures statewide and discourage new housing construction at the worst possible time. AB 1436 is heading to the Senate floor—contact your legislator and ask them to vote NO.
ECONOMIC RECOVERY
COME ON IN, WE ARE OPEN:*
- Shop local in Huntington Beach! View the complete list of Huntington Beach restaurants services, and hotels that are open. Businesses that would like to be added to list may sign up here.
DISTRICT 2 NON-PROFIT GRANT PROGRAM TO SUPPORT CHILDCARE:
- After-school programs and non-profit organizations located in Costa Mesa, Cypress, Huntington Beach, La Palma, Los Alamitos, Newport Beach, Seal Beach, and Stanton may apply for a one-time grant of up to $45,000. Apply here.
BUSINESS RESOURCES:
WEBINAR- SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION BUSINESS VIABILITY WORKSHOP:*
- On August 25, learn to assess new business models for a post-COVID world. Re-imagine how customers spend, behavior changes, and how to bring in new clientele. Register here.
CA 45TH DISTRICT OFFICE OFFERS VIRTUAL CONSULTATIONS:
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The office of Congresswoman Katie Porter will provide one-on-one virtual consultations for questions about the IRS, the Social Security Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, and more. Schedule an appointment here.
SAFE TRAVEL AND GLOBAL PROTOCOLS FOR BUSINESSES:
SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES:
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COVID-19 NEWS:
UCI BUILDS LOW-COST ANTIBODY DETECTION PLATFORM:*
- UCI scientist have developed the TinyArray imager that detects COVID-19 antibodies with the prick of a finger. The device can show available test results in two to four hours and has entered into a distribution partnerships for wide scale use.
SCHEDULE AN ANTIBODY TEST TODAY!:*
- Interested to know if you have had a previous COVID-19 infection? Book an antibody test and receive results in 3-4 business days. Schedule an appointment here.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND UPDATES
THIS WEEKEND- ART ALONG THE COAST:*
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Join artist from the 2020 Festival of Arts of Laguna Beach on August 22-23 for a no-cost, self-guided art tour from San Clemente to Santa Ana. Enjoy the chance to view artists at work and pick up a new piece of art or jewelry. View event information and tour map.
TODAY’S EVENT- SENIOR ICE CREAM SOCIAL:*
- The City of Mission Viejo will celebrate National Senior Citizen Day with a drive-through ice cream social at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center from 11 a.m. to noon.
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS:
SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS RECEIVES CHECK FOR ONLINE LEARNING:*
- Segerstrom Center of the Arts was presented with a $52,000 check for its Center at Home program by the Avenue of the Arts Hotel. The Center at Home provides community members of all ages online activities and educational programs. That is hosted by specially trained artists for a one-of-a-kind experience.
JPMORGAN CHASE & CO. ADVANCES SUSTAINABLE DEVLOPMENT GOALS:*
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JPMorgan Chase & Co. magnifies commitment to low-carbon economy and clean energy transition with $200 billion financing to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The action goals include the installation of on-site renewable energy at retail branches and commercial buildings, increase access to housing, education and health care, and support clean water and waste management.
WHERE TO GET TESTING IN OC:
MISSED OCBC'S PREVIOUS NEWSLETTERS? View them by clicking here. PLEASE SHARE THESE UPDATES WITH COLLEAGUES, FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
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Join OCBC and connect with the most influential companies and top executives actively engaged in creating a pro-business environment and prosperous economy. Hundreds of Orange County's leading businesses, cities and non-profit organizations represent an elite group from every industry cluster. But we need YOUR VOICE! For more info, contact Natalie Rubalcava, OCBC Chief Operating Officer.
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OC Community: Support Your Local Business!
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Support Local Restaurants!
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Giving Back
Donate, Volunteer or Host a Virtual Food Bank
Basic supplies needed
Help students with laptops & other financial assistance
Help support Vital Link's STEM and career pathways for students
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OCBC works to get you the best information in these difficult times fighting COVID-19, its health and economic impacts. Check your email often for important updates AND follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin. In addition, check out our COVID-19 Resources page on OCBC.org.
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