ore than 100 people attended the Paramount Chamber Holiday Mixer. The annual event gives member restaurants the opportunity to promote themselves by providing refreshments and chamber members the chance to network in a relaxed environment.
“We try to make sure there is something for everyone, whether it’s the great food donated by our member restaurants or the opportunity for members to showcase their talent singing karaoke,” said Chamber President Martin Johnson. According to Executive Director Peggy Lemons, “It’s our members that make the event possible; they provide the food, raffle prizes and sometimes outstanding entertainment like the karaoke performance given by Marukan employee Tom McReynolds.”
Tom McReynolds from Marukan Vinegar was a big hit when he sang Mustang Sally at the holiday mixer.
Chamber President Martin Johnson having fun while handing out raffle prizes donated by chamber members.
Enjoying themselves at the holiday mixer from left are: Councilmember Gene Daniels, Bill Kalpakoff (Cal-Met Services), Len Gorecki (Paramount Public Works), Linda Benedetti-Leal (Paramount City Manager) and John Moreno (Asst. City Manager.)
Special thanks to Gazebo Florist for the Holiday Mixer centerpieces and to our member restaurants who donated refreshments.
Happy New Year, Paramount!
On behalf of my fellow City Council members, I hope 2009 was happy and healthy for all, and that 2010 will be a banner year in everyone’s lives. In some ways, it’s hard to believe that we’re already entering the second decade of the 21st century. Time marches on, but we can still take a slight pause to glance back on some of the highlights from the last 12 months.
This past year was another stable and progressive period for the City of Paramount. Even in this challenging economic climate, our conservative and steady budgetary management has allowed us to maintain our high level of programs and services for residents.
Some of the things that made 2009 special included a festive re-opening of the completely refurbished and expanded Dills Park; partnering with the federal govern-
ment and Southern California Edison to make improvements at the local Post Office; attracting the national clothing chain TJ Maxx to the City; and furthering the steady drop in crime statistics that has been ongoing for almost 20 years.
Another major success was coming into compliance with recycling law. The state requires that a significant portion of the local waste stream be kept out of landfills. The California Integrated Waste Management Board’s assessment of our recycling and other trash-diversion efforts confirmed how well our residents and businesses have done with recycling programs, and how we’ve met our diversion rates.
The City also created a Senior Services Commission to maintain excellent communication with this sizable segment of our community. The Commission is made up of five residents who meet monthly and provide input and advice to the Council.
As we move into the new year, Paramount will continue to promote the teamwork within our community that has long made our town a positive, forward-looking place.
Remember To Take In Your Holiday Lights
Here’s a friendly reminder that the City has an ordinance relating to the display of exterior winter holiday lights for residential properties. The law states that such lights must be removed by January 15.
“Holiday lights” are defined as a string of lights commonly associated with the
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holiday season that contains multiple- or single-colored or clear light bulbs that are attached to a structure. Only residential properties are affected.
The ordinance was passed a few years ago in response to concerns voiced by residents about keeping our neighborhoods attractive. The City appreciates everyone’s cooperation.
A Remarkable Career
Mary Elizabeth Lash has been devoted to the children of Paramount during a lengthy, esteemed career as a teacher and student advisor at Paramount High School. She has taught home economics since the school opened, has led the Corsairs Service Club since its inception and has long been involved with the Head, Heart, Hand and Health (4-H) Young Project Organization. She may, in fact, hold the longest tenure of any active, full-time, paid credentialed teacher in the State of California.
The City Council recently joined with Paramount High School and the Paramount Unified School District in celebrating Mary’s 60th year as a teacher and role model. Her unpretentious warmth and fine classroom skills have left a lasting impact on so many people in our community. Congratulations, Mary, on a lifetime of caring that has been
spent working for the benefit of the children of Paramount.
Recycle Your Christmas Tree
A reminder that Paramount residents who have single-family residential trash accounts with CalMet Services can place their Christmas trees out for free pickup from 12/28/09 through 1/15/10. The trees will be recycled into mulch.
Be sure to remove the stand and all decorations, lights and tinsel. Do not wrap the tree or enclose it in a plastic bag. If the tree is four-feet-tall or shorter, you can put it in your green waste recycling barrel. For anything larger, set it curbside on your normal garbage collection day by 6:00 a.m. (Flocked trees will also be picked up.) After 1/15/10, your tree can still be taken away by scheduling a bulky item pickup.
For apartments or condominiums, if the trees are on the curb by 6:00 a.m. they will be taken for free on regular pickup days. If it’s necessary to drive onto the property there will be a $5.00 charge per tree. In these latter cases, the service must be ordered 24 hours before regular pickup day by the manager or owner who must have the account number for verification.
If you have any questions, please call (562) 634-5420.
Mayor, Diane Martinez
On The Lookout For Impaired Drivers
In December, the Paramount Public Safety team and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department took part in California’s Holiday DUI Crackdown Campaign, holding a DUI checkpoint in town. These checkpoints are held in town throughout the year. The campaign also encourages the public to call 911 to report suspected drunk drivers.
Through an aggressive combination of various anti-DUI operations, including sobriety checkpoints, together with the public calling 911 when they see a drunk driver, public safety officials are working to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
If someone calls 911 to report a drunk driver, they should be ready to describe the vehicle, its location and direction of travel. The following clues can help motorists detect a drunk driver:
• Weaving/swerving in and out of the lane.
• Weaving within the lane quite noticeably.
• Traveling at speeds much slower than the flow of traffic.
• Braking erratically or stopping in the lane.
• Sudden stops for signal lights and slow start once they change.
• Remaining at the signal lights once they turn green – asleep at the wheel.
• Making wide turns and/or cutting the corner, striking the curb.
• Headlights off at night or on high beams.
• Driving with the turn signals on.
• Straddling the center line of the road or lane
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lines.
• The driver looks intoxicated – staring straight ahead, face close to the windshield, and appears to be quite sleepy.
• Finally aggressive driving – speed, tailgating and multiple lane changes or unsafe passing may also be the tell-tale signs of intoxication.
For more information, call (562) 2202002.
CPR Training For Adults Coming In March
The Greater Long Beach Chapter of the American Red Cross will be offering Adult CPR training at a reduced price in Paramount at Progress Park Plaza.
This CPR training teaches participants how to respond to victims of sudden cardiac arrest. Participants gain the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, recognize and provide basic care for cardiac episodes in emergency situations until advanced medical personnel arrive. The Red Cross CPR certification is valid for one year.
The training will take place Saturday, March 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The fee is $10. Progress Park Plaza is located at 15500 Downey Ave., Paramount.
You need to register for the training at the Paramount Sheriff’s Station. For more information please call (562) 220-2170. Registration deadline is Tuesday, March 9.
Compton Community College District Board of Trustees Elects Officers
In December, the Compton Community College District Board of Trustees elected new officers. The Board elected Charles Davis (Trustee Area 1) as president, Deborah Sims LeBlanc (Trustee Area 4) as vice president, and Andres Ramos (Trustee Area 3) will serve as secretary.
Following the November 3 election, the District now has all five board seats filled, other members are: Lorraine Cervantes, Trustee Area 1 (which has two seats); and John P. Hamilton, Trustee Area 2. Compton Community College District
Board of Trustees members are responsible for attending all Board meetings and key Compton Center events, in addition to advising on policy issues, and participating in trustee education programs. The board serves the Compton Community College District as an advisory panel.
The Board of Trustees meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month. Open session begins at 6:00 p.m. The Compton Community College District includes the communities of Carson, Compton, Enterprise, North Long Beach, Lynwood, Paramount and Willowbrook.
PARAMOUNT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Invites you to attend a Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting State Farm Luis Acosta
Thursday, January 21, 2010
16297 Paramount Blvd.
Beginning at 11:30 am
Lunch Served
Paramount City Council
Ted Hamm has been working
Diane J. Martinez, Councilmember Peggy Lemons and Councilmember Dar yl Hofmeyer.
Pulliam, a partner in
firm of Vavrinek, Trine, Day
meeting on Dec. 1, 2009, to present the award.
Two Sheriff’s deputies who served on the Paramount public safety team, and have been been assigned elsewhere, were recognized for their excellent work in town at the December meeting. From left, Councilmember Gene Daniels, Vice Mayor Tom Hansen, Deputy Humberto Barragan, Deputy Kasey Woodruff, Mayor Diane J. Martinez, Councilmember Peggy Lemons and Councilmember Daryl Hofmeyer.
Paramount Women’s Club attends Los Cerritos District luncheon. From left Laura Oropeza, Shirley Elliott, Cleone Hatwan, Ethel Hillyard and Helen Melton.
Paramount Education Partnership Making a Difference With Programs
The Paramount Education Partnership, Inc. (PEP) is making a tremendous difference in our City. Students who attend its programs have improved their grades, increased their self-esteem and are having an overall positive effect on the entire community.
PEP has also helped several hundred working parents in the Paramount Unified School District who otherwise would not have access to an after-school program. In addition, PEP inspires higher student test scores and more focused students in the classroom. Successful after-school programs like these offer an academic environment that is critical in the 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. time period before most working parents can get home.
PEP provides a school-based environment where academic learning is the norm. Students in the after-school program do better in math and literature. This also creates a safe place for students during the peak hours when they can typically become victims of crime or engage in criminal activity themselves.
One of the best things about the program is the way it brings together various community members and gets them actively involved in helping kids learn and grow.
PEP currently has over 130 students enrolled in the Literacy & Math Enrichment Program, which provides computerized training and hands-on activities in reading, writing and mathematics to K-8th students.
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More than 530 homework help sessions were offered to K-12th students in November alone.
The Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Achievement Program (MESA) at CSULB has over 330 students from Paramount Unified participating.
The adult programs are just as successful! The aerobics class is steady throughout the year. Many participants have met their goals of weight loss and improved health. The English as a Second Language (ESL) class continues to increase participation and the motivation for learning. The parenting classes have been just as helpful to many members of the community.
Starting next year, PEP will host several workshops that are geared toward educating parents about self-esteem, communication techniques, nutrition, domestic violence, tobacco and alcohol and drug prevention.
Last but not least, PEP will begin preparation for its annual scholarship fundraisers – Pennies for PEP, which encourages the participation of all K-8th schools in the School District, and PEP’s big themed annual event, which brings all sectors of the community together to raise money for scholarships.
So, thank you to everyone who has supported PEP, and continues to support the great work that the Partnership does for this great community of Paramount!
Harvest Festival at Lifegate Foursquare Church
More than 500 people attended the Lifegate Foursquare Church Annual Harvest Festival. The event included game booths, a dunk tank, cookie walk and food court. The Festival was made possible by donations from Heath Machine, Clinica Medica Hispana and the hard work of more than 40 Lifegate volunteers. Pictured are Pastors Debbie and Larry Jameson with Jasmine Hernandez who won the festival drawing for an 18 speed mountain bike.
Paramount Elks Lodge
Seniors
Riverdance
January 19, 2010
A musical filled with Irish music and dance.
$54.00 per person at side orchestra or side Mezz
(registration begins Dec. 14, 2009 at 9am)
Depart: 5:30 am
Return: Approx. 11:00pm
San Manuel Casino
January 27, 2010
($2 per person)
Registrations will begin Dec. 21, 2010 at 9am
Depart: 9:00 am
Return: Approx. 6:30 pm
Cruise to Alaska
Months of Sailing
May through July 2010
Deposit: $350 per person
Cost of trip will depend on sailing date. Sound like fun? Visit front desk to sign interest list.
Catalina Island
If interested in taking an excursion to Catalina Island, please visit the front desk or call (562) 220-2090 to begin an interest list.
Exercise class
every Monday
11 am to 12 pm
Fee: 1$ per class
Held at Paramount Park
Bingo
Tuesdays 11 am to 12:30 pm
Donation $1 for 3 Cards Cash Prizes! Held at Paramount Park
Oil Painting Class
Every Thursday 9 am in Rooms 1 & 2
Sign up at the
HELP WANTED
OUTSIDE SALES AND BODY & PAINT TECHNICIAN WITH TOOL EXPERIENCE. Trouble-shooting. Apply at Herald’s Garage, 8124 E. Alondra Blvd, Paramount. 562-633-2136, Ask for Joe.
INSURANCE SALES – Growing company seeking hard working, energetic, bilingual (Spanish/English) and sales oriented individuals with a strong interest in educating the community about Insurance and Financial Products. A positive attitude and commitment to providing exceptional customer service are required. Insurance experience is a bonus but not a necessity. More importantly, we are looking for ambitious quick learners who are excited about determining their own salary and want to be an integral part of a growing company. Email resume to maria@galliagency. com or fax resume to 562-817-5621.
Members of Paramount Elks Lodge 1804 and their families put together more than 230 gift bags for vets at Long Beach Veterans Hospital.
In
spirit
holiday season, local State Farm agents held a turkey giveaway
Paramount. Families from Paramount and surrounding communities attended the event which included free
drinks, music and a visit from Mayor Diane Martinez. More than 900 turkeys were distributed to deserving families thanks to State Farms generosity and message of being a good neighbor.
Weber Metals Expands Production To Supply New Boeing Aircraft
In a darkened conference room on the morning of December 15, 2009, employees of Weber Metals gathered to watch a special broadcast streaming from The Boeing Company outside of Seattle, WA. Around 10:30 a.m., they burst into spontaneous applause as the “Dreamliner,” the aerospace titan’s new 787 airliner, lifted into the atmosphere on its inaugural flight.
Why would a group of Paramount workers be so intrigued and enthused about events taking place on an overcast runway thousands of miles away? Well, in this case they had a vested interest. Weber Metals is a longtime supplier of forged aluminum and titanium products to Boeing, reaching back almost to the company’s inception. In 2005, they won the first of many contracts to supply parts for the 787, including the cockpit window frames and a number of structural components throughout the aircraft.
To provide long-term support for the new jetliner, Weber Metals has expanded its production capability by building a state-of-the-art forging press and facility designed specifically for titanium. This is their first new press in 20 years.
A forge press works the raw material metal through compression and generates material properties needed for a specific part. The new press increases the company’s capacity by about 30%. At 3,300 tons, it’s actually one of Weber’s
smaller ones. Its three-year construction process was completed on December 19th when the press began operations. The forging press ran through two complete cycles that activated each motor, pump and valve in a specific sequence. Next, the press enters a phase of performance criteria specification testing, debugging and defect review that will be immediately followed by the production of parts scheduled for delivery this year, when Boeing enters full production of the Dreamliner. Boeing has orders for more than 800 of the 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
It’s been a long and soaring journey for a company that opened as a scrap metal business in Paramount in 1945. As the West Coast aerospace industry began to grow, Weber Metals saw a market for providing its aluminum forging needs. Today, 95% of
the company’s sales are aerospace related, and Weber parts end up in airplanes made by producers all over the world.
The company – which has been owned by Otto Fuchs Metallwerke of Germany since 1979 – now covers 21 acres, with nearly $150 million in annual sales and close to 300 employees. Its leadership in the industry is illustrated by the fact that President and CEO J. Rick Creed is the current president of the Forging Industry Association, a national organization that represents over 280 member companies.
A longtime presence on the Paramount scene, Weber Metals also understands the
importance of being a contributing member of the community. It actively supports the Chamber of Commerce (with CFO Paul Dennis serving on the Executive Board) and became an early and generous supporter of the Paramount Education Partnership (PEP), which provides an array of programs and resources for local residents to increase their educational levels.
The 787 Dreamliner represents a new style of aircraft design. It’s no surprise that Weber Metals is playing a significant role in the plane’s production – they’ve been a cutting-edge leader in this field for many years.
The recently built forge press is Weber Metals’ first new one in 20 years.
Weber Metals is a longtime presence in the Paramount business community.
Accessing a Path to Security
Whether you’re a parent planning for a child’s education or a small business owner poised for growth, one thing’s for certain — there’s not much you can control about the future. And when you add the backdrop of a turbulent economy, it may be difficult to even think about making long-term plans for yourself, your family or your loved ones.
But one key to moving forward may be securing a level of financial protection against life’s uncertainties, for however long you need it. Term life insurance can help provide that protection.
As many households are juggling multiple obligations including mortgages, auto loans and educational expenses, the prospect of leaving loved ones burdened with those responsibilities can be particularly overwhelming. All these concerns can be addressed in ways tailored to what you and your family can afford. Term life insurance provides coverage at a level you choose, for a period of time you designate. For young families or single parents, term policies are an accessible path to security. And, as your financial circumstances change in the future, a term policy can be easily upgraded to permanent insurance to cover your long-term goals and dreams.
Let’s face it. You can’t be prepared for everything. But a term insurance policy might help you plan for more than you realize. This educational third-party article is being provided as a courtesy by Christopher T. Hicks, CA Ins. Lic. # 0664003, Agent, New York Life Insurance Company. For additional information on the information or topic(s) discussed, please contact Christopher T. Hicks, CLU, LUTCF at 562-989-1232.
Earthquake Preparedness Tips
By Maria F. Galli
State Farm Galli Agency
562-817-5620
Living in California, means living with earthquakes. They can happen at any time. Are you and your family prepared? If not, you may want to familiarize yourself with these earthquake safety tips.
The best protection during an earthquake is to get under heavy furniture such as a desk, table or bench. The greatest danger exists directly outside buildings, at exits and alongside exterior walls. Fatalities often happen when people run outside of buildings and get hit by falling debris from collapsing walls. Ground movement during an earthquake is seldom the direct cause of death or injury. Most earthquake-related casualties result from collapsing walls, flying glass and falling objects.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has information to help you prepare for all types of disasters, including earthquakes. Here are a few:
* Check your home for hazards – make sure shelves are fastened securely to walls; large, heavy objects and breakable items are stored on lower shelves; pictures and mirrors are hung away from areas where people sit and sleep; check for defective electrical wiring and gas leaks as these pose potential fire hazards
* Have disaster supplies on hand – flashlights; portable battery-operated radio; first aid kit and essential medicines; emergency food and water; handoperated can opener; cash and credit cards; sturdy shoes
* Develop and emergency communication plan – in case family members get separated, have a designated place to meet; ask an out-of-state relative to be your family contact and make sure everyone has the phone number
A little advance planning can help you and your family weather disasters of any kind more safely. And remember ... earthquake damage is generally not covered by your homeowners’ insurance policy, so make sure to include your local insurance agent in your planning.
Home-Based Businesses Need Business Insurance
By Luis Acosta State Farm® agent
562.531.1900
The dream of owning a business is becoming a reality for thousands of people each year. For many of these would-be captains of industry, that means starting the operation at home.
However, your enterprise may be in jeopardy if you don’t have business insurance.
You need business insurance because most homeowner’s policies place limits on business-related exposures. For instance, a copier or fax machine used for business and damaged in a fire may not be fully covered because it is considered business property.
Also, the homeowner’s policy does not cover business liability, loss of income, exterior signs and many other important items. If a client were injured at your home while conducting business, your homeowner’s policy would not apply. Anyone who operates a home-based enterprise and does not have the proper insurance coverage is putting his or her business and personal assets at risk.
Business insurance may provide many or all of the coverage’s listed below:
• Accidental direct physical loss coverage for business personal property.
• Broader off-premises property coverage Loss of income coverage.
• Extra expense coverage.
• Contractual liability coverage.
• Liability of employees while acting within the scope of their employment.
Many entrepreneurs start their businesses on shoestring budgets and try to cut corners by keeping expenses at a minimum. But when you consider what you get, business insurance becomes an affordable tool you can’t afford to work without.
When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get to Marketing
By Phil Glover
Now that we are coming to the end of what has been a very tough year for business, it is time to begin to think about how to increase your revenue in 2010. Marketing is always a sure-fire way to get people excited and knowledgeable about your products or services.
You must always remember that marketing activities and the expenditure of resources is an investment in your enterprise’s growth. It is an investment in your business. It is not an expense that you can afford to cut-out or ignore. It is really the life blood of your business and the engine that makes it grow. Marketing expenditures can help you increase revenue by keeping the customers you already have and gaining new customers you want. However you must spend the money to do this and on tighter budgets you must spend it wisely.
Focus on your best customers. Common wisdom says that in general 80% of the profits come from 20% of the customers. In tough times that rule can be replaced by a 90/10 rule. Your most loyal customers also spread the word about your brand and create new customers for your business. So now is time to rethink marketing efforts with your best customers to make sure that you do not lose them but rather maintain and grow that relationship. Commit to staying in touch with these customers on a regular basis by using email for newsletters, creating webinars, and using the internet to write articles (blogs) that allow you to communicate valuable information about your business and why your customers should be using your products and services. Don’t forget, phone calls work as well, there is nothing like talking directly to your customers.
Always maintain your marketing frequency. Research has shown that businesses that increase advertising during tough times, when competitors are cutting back can improve market share. You can usually get better advertising prices when times are tough because the advertisers need the business and not as many businesses are advertising. If you are currently advertising and need to cut-back, here are some tips to making sure your customers still see you: move from 30 second spots to 15 seconds, switch from television to radio, or use smaller ad sizes. The key is not to change the frequency in your advertising, but rather find ways to save money in the budget. Now is the time to increase mindshare among the customers of the differences between you and your competition. The campaign shouldn’t bash the competition but educate the customer. Talk about how your products or services reduce costs, are made of better quality, and/or last longer.
Temporary price promotions work. While customers are shopping for the best deal, don’t go straight to slashing prices, instead offer temporary price promotions. Reduce the thresholds for quantity discounts, extend credit to long
standing customers or price larger pack sizes more aggressively. Offer incentives that build a goodwill relationship with your customers. You can offer a frequent buyer discount, use older inventory as a giveaway, or you might offer a buy three get one free promotion. You can also offer free estimates or use promotional items such as
pens, water bottles or other items when they pay for your products or services. They will remember and it will result in more business. Lastly, remember that the more you put yourself in front of your customers, the more likely they are to use your product or service. In tough times it is usually the marketing budget that gets cut first.
If you are still actively marketing, this will be your opportunity to set yourself and your business apart from the rest.
Phil Glover is the Marketing Advisor at the Long Beach Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Hosted by Long Beach City College, the SBDC is a group of successful small business own-
ers helping fellow entrepreneurs start, sustain, and grow their business through low-cost workshops and free one-on-one consulting in business planning, finance, marketing, and various other specialty areas (Spanish speaking consultants available). To make an appointment call: (562) 938-5100, or email: sbdcinfo@lbcc.edu.
Paramount Businesses Invited to Learn about Transitional Subsidized Employment
What if, as a business owner or business manager, you were given several employees for you to train and utilize in your business, use them in any capacity that would serve your business best, for up to 40 hours a week, all the way through September of 2010, at no cost to you? Your only responsibility would be supervision and the timecards, but other than that it is absolutely free!!! Honest.
The City of Paramount, the Chamber of Commerce, the Southeast Area Social Service Funding Authority (SASSFA) and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) are holding a seminar in the Paramount City Council Chambers for local businesses to come and learn about the Stimulus Package program that has the ambitious goal
of putting 10,000 people back to work. The Transitional Subsidized Employment (TSE) has two basic programs and two basic goals. The programs include the regular CalWORKs/GAIN participants, and the business Lay-off Aversion. The goals are easy, put people back to work and help companies keep existing employees.
The regular program is designed to put existing DPSS/GAIN clients back to work in any type of business, Public, Private or NonProfit, that goes on-line to contract with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) and register as a TSE participating business. Once certified, SASSFA will begin to refer potential employees to the business for interviews, just like any other candidate, you choose who you feel
will benefit your company. Once brought on board by a TSE contracted business, they will work for your business; however, they will officially be employees of the South Bay Workforce Investment board, where they will earn $10.00 an hour, receive payment, and be covered under their workers compensation insurance! They are like any other employee, subject to the same rules and policy guidelines of any regular employee.
The Lay-off Aversion Program is completely different, as it applies to a company’s qualified existing employees. It is designed to help a company that is suffering a downturn during this recession and is in danger of laying people off. When DPSS comes in and certifies the company as TSE Lay-off Aversion eligible, qualified existing employ-
ees that have minor children and are earning less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Level guidelines could receive subsidized wages up to $10.00 per hour. It is designed to support the business and avoid future lay-offs.
Employers will also learn about the Workforce Investment Act Youth Employment Program, a year round program that includes a Work Experience aspect, paid training, support services and workshops to help the youth become a valuable member of any organization. If you have any questions regarding either program, you can contact Arthur Monreal at (562) 946-2237 ext. 259, amonreal@sassfa.org or at SASSFA/California Worksource Center, 10400 Pioneer Boulevard, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
