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CLB FEATURES UNION BANK PRESIDENT, SHARE YOUR INPUT ON REDISTRICTING, CA SUSTAINABILITY DECATHLON, LIVE MUSIC RETURNS AND MORE! |
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HOT OFF THE PRESS
JOIN THE CONVERSATION! CLB FEATURING GREG SEIBLY:
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Grab your bagel and coffee and virtually join OCBC on July 21 at 8 a.m. for the second event in the 2021 Chairman’s Leadership Breakfast Series featuring Greg Seibly, President, Head of Regional Banking, Union Bank. Hear exclusive insight on the effects of record home prices, the pandemic’s substantial impact on minority- and women-owned small businesses, how Union Bank is addressing social and racial injustice amplified by the pandemic, and more! Register for free today.
TODAY! GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK ON REDISTRICTING:
- Today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. is the first of two OC Community of Interest meetings held by the CA Redistricting Commission to gather input on Congressional and State legislative district boundaries. The next opportunity is July 24. Click here to learn more.
FUNDS SECURED FOR CA SUSTAINABILITY DECATHLON IN OC:
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On July 6, Senator Dave Min announced that, with support from OCBC, he secured $5 million to bring the CA Sustainability Decathlon to OC, which challenges 20 teams from around the world to design, build, and operate green energy-powered houses that meet net-zero energy building standards, and will attract global media coverage and tourism to OC!
IRVINE CO. TO FIND NEW HOTEL OPERATOR:
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Irvine Co. plans to seek a new hotel operator for Fashion Island Hotel and Hotel Irvine, both of which were closed throughout the pandemic. Irvine Co. will retain ownership of the land and enter into a long-term lease with a top-tier hotel brand with national and international expertise. Read more.
TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR AGENCIES YEAR IN REVIEW:
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Transportation Corridor Agencies’ (TCA) “The Road We Traveled” offers a comprehensive look at a year unlike any other. Highlights include Oso Parkway Bridge Grand Opening, COVID relief efforts, Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency Bond Refunding, Conservation Grazing Pilot Program at Live Oak Plaza and much more!
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CITY OF HOPE OC NAMED BEST PLACES TO WORK:
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City of Hope OC was recently named one of OC's best places to work by Orange County Business Journal. The world-renowned center for cancer research and treatment is delivering on a $1B vision to expand access to its compassionate care and scientific breakthroughs in OC, and has kept this promise to both patients and employees. Great job and congratulations!
MESA WATER TO RECEIVE $1.6M GRANT TO ENHANCE LOCAL GROUNDWATER PRODUCTION CAPACITY:
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Mesa Water will help improve water supply reliability in the region through the support of CA Department of Water Resources' $55M multiyear grant. The grant program includes collaborative groundwater banking that will prepare agencies for extended dry periods. Read more.
COX CHARITIES COMMUNITY GRANT APPLICATION IS OPEN:
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Cox Charities will accept applications from nonprofit organizations as a part of their annual Community Grants program until July 31. Cox will award over $180K in grants to nonprofits statewide. Learn more or apply!
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OCBC SUPPORTS BILL CLOSING DIGITAL DIVIDE:
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Yesterday, OCBC testified in support of SB 556, a bill that helps bring high-speed internet to more Californian communities. SB 556 is a critical step towards expediting the deployment of broadband infrastructure to connect students, businesses and residents living in areas where broadband options are limited. The Assembly Communications & Conveyance Committee voted to advance the bill yesterday. Thank you Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva for voting yes!
SCAG TO HOLD GREENPRINT MEETING DUE TO BIZ COMMUNITY ADVOCACY:
- OCBC and SoCal business partners convinced Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) to hold a public meeting on SoCal Greenprint, an online regional mapping tool impacting land use planning and threatening future development. SCAG voted 25-24 to give stakeholders more input on Greenprint and ensure it does not unintentionally restrict housing and infrastructure projects. Read the coalition letter.
HOUSE PASSES INFRASTRUCTURE PACKAGE:
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On July 1, the House approved a $715B surface transportation and water infrastructure bill. The bill authorizes $547B in spending for surface transportation programs, including $334B for highways and $109B for transit. Stay tuned for more info on the Senate’s version of the bill, which has garnered more bipartisan support. OCBC urges Congress to not put the full tax burden on businesses to finance infrastructure investments. Read U.S. Chamber’s suggestions for strengthening the bill.
BILL WOULD SET INFEASIBLE CARBON NEUTRALITY TARGET:
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AB 1395 (Muratsuchi) aims to achieve carbon neutrality statewide by 2045. While OCBC recognizes the need to address climate change in an economically sensible way, this bill would actually limit tools for achieving carbon neutrality and lacks analysis on its policies’ feasibility, costs and cost-effectiveness. Climate change policies must be reasonable and based on science. Read the opposition letter from OCBC and partners.
OCBC JOINS NATIONAL CALL FOR BROADBAND INVESTMENT:
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OCBC and 196 business community leaders nationwide urged Congress to prioritize digital infrastructure investment when considering infrastructure legislation. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted how critical digital tools are for healthcare providers, students, government and others —but has also exposed gaps in America’s connectivity. Read more about the steps needed to modernize digital infrastructure, including leveraging private sector investment and addressing affordability.
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LEARN HOW TO SUBMIT BIDS AND PROPOSALS FOR CITY PROJECTS:
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Join Santa Ana's business workshop on July 22 at 5 p.m. to learn how to submit proposals and win contracts. Register here.
10TH ANNUAL BUILDING RESILIENCE THROUGH PRIVATE-PUBLIC PARTNERSHIPS CONFERENCE:
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Join the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and U.S. NORTHERN COMMAND, on July 27 and July 28. Hear how collaboration among private, public, and nonprofit sectors can help mitigate the effects of all disasters. Register now!
PREPARE YOUR PROPERTY FOR AN EV FUTURE WITH SCE:
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Southern California Edison’s (SCE) $430M EV charging incentive program will launch on July 12 for commercial, public and multifamily customers. Having an EV charging infrastructure will make your property stand out. Join SCE’s Charge Ready Launch Event to learn about EV infrastructure and how to make the most of the available incentives and rebates.
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CONCERT OF RESILIENCE AND REBIRTH:
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Live music is back! Join OCBC’s Lucy Dunn in a wonderful concert of Resilience and Rebirth. It’s always more fun to sing live but you can also stream this concert from the comfort of your home.
WOODEN FLOOR’S 38TH ANNUAL CONCERT - PASSAGE/HOME:
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Wooden Floor returns to live performance on July 15 with a site-specific exploration of place. Youth from low-income communities will once again have the opportunity to co-create and express themselves through multiple concerts. Tickets are limited!
NEW 'SHOTS AT THE SHOP' INTIATIVE ENCOURAGES VACCINE CONFIDENCE:
- Shots at the Shop is a collaborative initiative to support barbershops and beauty salons nationwide with funding, training and resources to build confidence in re-opening with low COVID-19 rates in their communities. By providing $1,000 stipends and COVID-19 vaccine site training, the initiative aims to equip hard-hit communities with accurate vaccine information and resources to achieve COVID-19 immunity. Learn more.
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS! COVID-19 COMMUNITY IMPACT AND NEEDS SURVERY:
- OCHCA is conducting a survey on the impact of COVID-19. Let the County know how they can help by taking this ten-minute survey. Responses are confidential.
LATEST OCHCA COVID-19 RESOURCES:
- Stuck on how to encourage loved ones to get vaccinated? Check out these tips from the CDC! With new variant strains it is crucial that individuals who received the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, receive both doses of the same vaccine to have full protection against COVID-19. Visit Othena to schedule a vaccine.
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UPCOMING EVENTS AND MEETINGS |
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EVENTS
Chairman’s Leadership Breakfast featuring Greg Seibly
July 21 | 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Join OCBC virtually for the second event in the 2021 Chairman’s Leadership Breakfast Series featuring Greg Seibly, President, Head of Regional Banking, Union Bank. Hear from Greg on the effects of record home prices, the pandemic’s substantial impact on minority- and women-owned small businesses, how Union Bank is addressing social and racial injustice amplified by the pandemic, and more!
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
*OCBC Committee meetings are an exclusive benefit offered to OCBC members.
July 9 | 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Featuring a discussion with Senator Josh Newman, District 29.
To register, contact Connor Medina, OCBC Government Affairs Manager.
July 13 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Featuring a presentation from Southern California Edison.
To register, contact Connor Medina, OCBC Government Affairs Manager.
August 4 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Hear from major employers in Orange County on how to construct a DE&I plan and how to hold yourself accountable through metrics and benchmarks.
August 11 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Featuring a discussion with Ian Williamson, Dean of UCI Paul Merage School of Business and Sridhar Sundaram, Dean of CSUF College of Business and Economics.
To register, contact Jesse Ben-Ron, OCBC VP, Workforce and Economic Development.
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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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