"The entertainment and creative industries are essential to our community and the Valley. It is part of who we are, and is a big driver of our economy."
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- Assemblymember Jessie Gabriel during the Assembly Select Committee on Jobs and Innovation in the San Fernando Valley's hearing on "The State of the Entertainment Industry in Los Angeles."
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Fighting for the San Fernando Valley in Sacramento
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| James Garrison (Pacific Federal), Veronica Romero (Pacific Federal), VICA Chair Brad Rosenheim (Rosenheim and Associates), Assemblymember Luz Rivas, David Gonzalez (Association of Independent Commercial Producers), VICA Legislative Affairs Manager Armando Flores, VICA Board Member David Gershwin (David Gershwin Consulting), VICA President Stuart Waldman. |
On Tuesday, VICA visited Sacramento for our February advocacy trip to meet with State Legislators where we spoke about significant issues on behalf of the San Fernando Valley's business community.
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| VICA Delegation with Assemblymember Ash Kalra |
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The VICA delegation met with Assemblymembers Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, David Chiu, Laura Friedman, Jesse Gabriel, Tim Grayson, Ash Kalra, Tom Lackey, Al Muratsuchi, Luz Rivas and Shirley Weber, Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva's staff, as well as Senator Scott Wiener.
During the meetings, the VICA delegation discussed our top legislative priorities for 2020 and our concerns regarding the legal status of independent contractors in California. Other issues VICA discussed included housing and ensuring flexibility in employee scheduling practices.
Thank you to all Assemblymembers, Senator Wiener and legislative staffers who met with VICA for their time and the opportunity to converse about issues that are important to residents and businesses in the San Fernando Valley.
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Friday, March 13, 2020
5:30 to 9 p.m.
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City
VICA invites you to dinner with your state lawmakers!
VICA provides a rare opportunity for Valley business leaders to connect with state lawmakers and enjoy an exciting program during its annual State Officeholders Dinner.
Confirmed speakers as of February 28, 2020
Assembylmembers
Richard Bloom
Wendy Carillo
Vince Fong
Laura Friedman
Jesse Gabriel
Tim Grayson
Chris Holden
Tom Lackey
Marc Levine
Adrin Nazarian
Luz Rivas
Blanca Rubio
Miguel Santiago
Christy Smith |
Senator
Bob Hertzberg
Insurance Commissioner
Ricardo Lara
State Treasurer
Fiona Ma
Secretary of State
Alex Padilla
State Controller
Betty Yee |
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Vote 'Yes' to Fund Needed Improvements to Schools and Colleges
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VICA supports the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act, designated as Proposition 13, which is a $15 billion general obligation bond measure to construct and improve facilities for public preschools, K-12 schools, community colleges and universities. Many California school and college facilities are in need of serious repairs. This bond measure would prioritize funding projects for improving a school's health and safety, and expansions that address school overcrowding. Given that many schools are underfunded, California must bolster its role in the state-local funding partnership for school facilities. Relying solely on local funding exacerbates existing inequalities. Bond measures are preferable to tax increases, and Prop 13 will benefit schools and higher education institutions in the San Fernando Valley.
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Upcoming 2020 Trip Dates
Click one of the dates below to RSVP
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| VICA Delegation with Assemblymember Richard Bloom during the January 2020 Advocacy Trip. |
VICA's regular advocacy trips to the State Capitol are crucial to ensuring the voice of the business community is heard by legislators.
These member-only trips allow direct interaction with state elected officials and create the freedom for discussion on issues that are vital to our members. Join VICA in Sacramento for one of our monthly advocacy trips.
The cost of the trip is
$50, which includes lunch and group transportation between the airport and the Capitol. The cost of the flight is not included.
Sacramento Advocacy Trips are reserved for VICA members.
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Measure N Will Preserve Affordable Housing in Calabasas
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VICA supports Measure N - the Calabasas Neighborhood Preservation Initiative - which would help preserve affordable housing for 80 families while allowing the construction of 161 new units at the existing Avalon Calabasas property. With the ongoing housing and homelessness crises, the City of Calabasas cannot afford to lose these affordable housing units. Measure N would provide the City with an opportunity to contribute a meaningful amount of affordable and market-rate units consistent with its planning goals and state requirements.
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VICA Joins Panel to Discuss Keeping Production Jobs in Los Angeles
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| VICA President Stuart Waldman, Kerri Wood Einerston (SAG AFTRA), Melissa Patack (Motion Picture Association of America), and Assemblymembers Jesse Gabriel, Laura Friedman, Luz Rivas and Adrin Nazarian. |
This morning, the California State Assembly Select Committee on Jobs and Innovation in the San Fernando Valley held a hearing on the "State of the Entertainment Industry in Los Angeles." VICA President Stuart Waldman was invited to speak on a panel to discuss how to keep entertainment jobs in the San Fernando Valley, and the importance of incentive programs to keep and bring more TV and film productions to Los Angeles. Joining Waldman was Melissa Patack, Vice President of the Motion Picture Association of America, and Kerri Wood Einerston, Senior Public Policy Director of SAG AFTRA.
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VICA Legislative Affairs Manager - Position Opening
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VICA is looking for a Legislative Affairs Manager who will be responsible for advocating for business issues at the local, state and federal levels, as well as advocating policies, legislation and regulation that are conducive to a positive and successful business environment through the engagement of our members.
If you or anyone you know would like to work for the most influential business group in the Valley, email a resume and cover letter to Armando@vica.com
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Member Messages:
Get Your Message in VICA Weekly!
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VICA members can promote their business, events and news in VICA Weekly. Member messages are available for $50 per week or $175 for four weeks. Messages are text-based and may not contain more than 70 words. A logo may be added for an additional $5 per week. For more information or to schedule your member message, contact
cathy@vica.com
or
call (818) 817-0545.
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