Corona Business News Jan/Feb 2017

CORONA BUSINESS NEWS

VOLUME 3, NUMBER 1 | JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2017

Serving Corona’s Business Community and Cutting Through Government Red Tape since 1910

Dr. Sebastian Gorka to Speak April 12 W

ith a clear and determined focused agenda, the Corona Chamber will be hosting a very special event on Wednesday, April 12 at Crossroads Church. This 4 hour symposium style event will highlight innovation, advocacy and national security. This includes the state of our region for the business community, large and small employers, elected officials, government officials, higher

The Journey of a Lifetime

Dr. Sebastian Gorka has confirmed to be our keynote luncheon speaker his topic is The Evolving Domestic Terrorism Threat to America. Dr. Gorka will join a plethora of diverse speakers and topics for our day’s agenda, states Yolanda Carrillo, chair of the event and Vice Chairman for the Corona Chamber Board. Our goal is to inform, engage and inspire the audience. The ... Continued on page 4

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T Book One consists of seven condensed chapters. Though anyone knowing Don (and Sally) realizes that pages of text could be scribed from ... Continued on page 8

he CORONA Chamber of Commerce is hosting a community Introduction to Economic Development on Friday, January 13. Our main presenter is Mo Collins of Entrepreneurial Communities. Mo is a lecturer, writer, consultant and public-sector intrapreneur, specializing in creative growth,

technology innovation and entrepreneurship. Over a seventeen year university career, she attracted more than 1M in soft funds annually to create and deliver new tech-driven entrepreneur resources, many of which have been scaled and licensed. She is the founder of ... Continued on page 3

Navy News

By Naval Surface Warfare Center Corona Public Affairs

Innovation at City Hall ith another new year upon us, we look at the 2017 business atmosphere with optimism. The City of Corona is positioned to continue its innovative and creative approach to grow our local commerce. Sharing this mission is the Corona Chamber of Commerce that stands as a strong partner with the City. Success over the past few years has strengthened the partnership between the City and Corona Chamber.

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE POSTER

Economic Development:

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on Garling will assume the responsibility of Chairman of the Board effective January 1, and the official oath of office will be at the Installation and Awards Gala on January 19 at Eagle Glen Golf Club.

The title of this article, The Journey of a Lifetime is truly a reflection of different chapters in Don’s lifetime.

education folks, and chamber members. The general mix will come from all walks of life. This mini summit will include an economic forecast, national and local security issues, as it relates to the region, state, and nation. The day will also host local experts on subjects, like employment/jobs, land use issues, education, the political influence, health care, and issues relevant to our region.

California & Federal

Corona Chamber CEO/ President, Bobby Spiegel, attributes the increasing success of Corona’s economic development to the enhanced efforts of the talented City of Corona staff, a lineup that is managed by City Manager Darrell Talbert.

Darrell is uniquely qualified for his job, as a lifetime Coronan, successful entrepreneur and former City Council member. ... Continued on page 4

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Manufacturers’ Summit February 3 T

he Manufacturers’ Council of the Inland Empire (MCIE) will hold the 6th Annual Summit on February 3, 2017 at the Ontario Convention Center. “This is the largest manufacturing-focused event of its kind in Southern California´ said Deborah Smith, Chairman of the Summit, “and we have an exciting program developed that will give attendees great take-aways for their businesses.”

Dorothy Rothrock, President of the California Manufacturers & Technology Association says, “This event brings together everyone who cares about manufacturing in the region. There is no better place to learn what local manufacturers think about state policies and regulations. It helps me do a better job in Sacramento to improve the business climate. ... Continued on page 13

aval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division has named Dr. Anthony Donaldson, founding dean and professor at California Baptist University’s Gordon and Jill Bourns College of Engineering, as Honorary Technical Director during a ceremony in late November.

Capt. Steve Murray, NSWC Corona’s commanding officer, presented Donaldson with the honor during a program showcasing the warfare center’s latest research projects that also featured the swearing-in ceremony for seven new hires who joined the federal labs’ ranks earlier in the day.

Joining him were the other two honorary leaders, Yolanda Carrillo, Honorary Commanding Officer and executive director of Corona-Norco Family YMCA, and Gordon Bourns, Honorary Chief Technology Officer and ... Continued on page 10

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Bill Newberry Elected To California Board

CORONA Chamber of Commerce 904 E. Sixth Street, CORONA, CA 92879 (951) 737-3350 | MyChamber.org Bobby Spiegel President/CEO Bobby@MyChamber.org

Stephanie Shapiro Member Services Stephanie@MyChamber.org

Heather Rawlings Member Services & Advertising Director Heather@MyChamber.org

Deserie Ramirez Member Services Memberservices@CoronaChamber.org

Linda Richards Member Services Linda@MyChamber.org

CORONA Business News Graphic Design Kim Lewis Jaclyn Fields Creative By Design www.creativebydesign.net

Betty Sherin Bookkeeping Betty@MyChamber.org

Jim Dorsey Photography 951.735.8668

CORONA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2017 OFFICERS Chairman of the Board Don Garling Lifetime Vinyl Fence Fabricators, Inc.

Vice Chair of Finance Don Williamson Corona History Association

Chairman-Elect John Weyhgandt Western States Financial

Immediate Past Chairman Mark Peabody Peabody Engineering & Supply, Inc.

Vice Chair Yolanda Carrillo Corona-Norco Family YMCA

President/CEO/Corporate Secretary Bobby Spiegel CORONA Chamber of Commerce

Chair of Finance Mike Ryan Ryan & Associates Financial Services

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Left to right: CNUSD Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Michael Lin with Board of Trustees: Cathy Sciortino, John Zickefoose, Bill Newberry and Mary Ybarra

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ill Newberry, CNUSD Board of Trustee was elected on Thursday, December 1, 2016 by the California School Boards Association (CSBA) at this year’s CSBA Conference held in San Francisco. Mr. Newberry is the first board member in the history of the District to serve on the Executive Board of the California School Boards Association.

CSBA is the non-profit education association representing the elected officials who govern public school districts and county offices of education. With a membership of nearly 1,000 educational agencies statewide, CSBA brings together school governing boards, and administrators from districts and county offices of education to advocate for effective policies that

advance the education and well-being of the state’s more than 6 million school-age children.

“It is certainly an honor to be elected by my peers and entrusted to represent the over 5,000 school board members across the state and the 6 million students we serve,” said Mr. Newberry.

“On behalf of the Board of Education and District, we congratulate Mr. Newberry for this accomplishment,” said Dr. Michael Lin, Superintendent. “Mr. Newberry’s years of hard work and dedication on behalf of public education has undoubtedly prepared him to continue his leadership as the newly elected Vice President of CSBA, we are all very proud and wish him the best of luck in this new post”

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Palbinder Badesha Express Employment Professionals

Kim Lewis Creative By Design

Mike Quraishi Aladdin Cleaning Services, Inc.

Tom Brockman Fender USA

Michael Lin, Ed.D. Corona-Norco Unified School District

Dean Seif CARSTAR Allstar Collision, Inc.

Carolyn Corrao Waste Management Dr. Aimee French Breathe Clinic

Jan Steiner Thoro Packaging

Chris Miller Thomas Miller Mortuary and Crematory

Don Goodluck Dart Container Coporation

Tony Monteforte 3M Corona

Jim Gore Vulcan Materials Company

Linda Pearson Corona Regional Medical Center

Ruth Jaffe Kaiser Permanente

Lea Petersen Southern California Gas Company

Sean Kelley Kelley Law

Dr. Anthony Pirritano Integrated Medical Center of Corona – CompAccess

Jerry Wilson PRMG Liaison for NAVSEA Corona Division Jennifer Stewart US Navy / Naval Weapons Surface Warfare Center

For advertising information, contact Heather Rawlings at (951) 737-3350 Since 1910, the Corona Chamber has been providing ‘resources for prosperity’ for the businesses and community of Corona, CA. This Chamber represents the interest of business in the greater Corona service area by providing its members networking opportunities, promoting the community, and engaging federal, state, and local officials in order to improve the economic prosperity of the Inland Southern California region. With a membership of over 900 businesses, representing over 55,000 jobs, the Corona Chamber is the voice of business. Learn more by visiting www.MyChamber.org.

CALL FOR PAPERS

Do you have a topic you’d like to share with our readers?

We are currently accepting articles for upcoming publications. If your business or organization has anything it would like to share, please send the text, and any relevant print-quality images to: Linda@MyChamber.org.

TOPICS include: Innovation; Human Resources; Law; Marketing; Health; Tips & Tricks; How-to’s etc.

Submission Guidelines: • Word count: 250 • Type of document: Word • Submission method: Email only • Include author’s name when e-mailing a submission, be sure to include your full name, title, institutional affiliation, and contact information (including email address and phone number), along with one or two sentence biography (optional)

• Include picture/graphic (300 DPI or greater) • Deadline 25th of each ODD month • No opinions/editorial • No time-sensitive articles (publication date not guaranteed) • Our distribution (5,000 printed and numerous views via web) • All work is submitted on a volunteer basis • Original work only

Editors reserve the right to make editorial revisions, deletions or additions. Not all submissions will be printed and publication date will be chosen by Chamber News staff. Submissions may also be used in another publication for the Corona Chamber.

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Economic Development cont’d the national award-winning technology programs MyEntre.Net, Dream Big Grow Here, and the Business Concierge, and is the author of the upcoming book WE- Women Entrepreneurs.

Mo will share on economic development, technology transfer and commercialization, entrepreneurs and technology, the innovation economy and small business.

This 4 hour seminar will be available for a limited number of seats. Mention IE Business News and save $100 from the fee.

In the late 1990’s, the US economy made a fundamental shift from an economy driven by manufacturing to one driven by innovation. Almost overnight, this change transformed the field of community and economic development.

Our largest companies have embraced technology to improve their

efficiencies, and need far fewer employees to reach those goals. Since 2000 more than 10M American manufacturing jobs have become obsolete.

Alternatively, companies less than five years old are now the source of all net new jobs, but they have also created churn- and have forced us to change our expectations for how, where and for how long we work. As Mark Twain once said, “People are all for progress, its change they don’t like.”

Through Mo’s ½ day program, she will help explain the process, enabling attendees to better understand these changes- both those that have happened and that which is ahead. Our goal in hosting this program is to develop strategies to foster entrepreneurship, encourage innovation and re-engage our area workforce. She gets this. M0 represents the economic

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development field, community leadership, higher education and entrepreneurship. This course will easily be inclusive for the twenty somethings and boomers alike; collectively, Mo brings the wisdom of the old economy with the creative intellect of the new.

Deadline to reserve seats is January 10, 2017 Cost: $495/person Group Discount: 2 people from one company $695, 3 people $895 For more information: MyChamber.org Friday, January 13, 2017 Chamber Conference Room 904 E 6th Street, Corona, CA

3RD QUARTER 2016

Economic Snapshot employment 2008=100

1.5%

Q3 2016

Q2 2016

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employment at a glance...

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100,000 There were 77,127 residents employed in Q3 16, an increase of 1,098 jobs from the previous quarter.

* Seasonally Adjusted

80,000

Over the past two years, employment has increased seven of eight quarters.

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Employment is 4.3% or 3,481 jobs away from recovering back to our pre-recession level of Q1 08.

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Q3 employment has increased every year since Q3 12.

3RD quarter trend Q3 16 Employment figures for CORONA ranked at the fifth highest level since the index started in Q1 08. There were a total of 77,127 residents employed in Q3 16, up 1,098 more jobs or 1.5% from the previous quarter.

Compared to just two years ago, there are now 4,078 more CORONA residents employed. Current levels are just 4.3% away from a full recovery back to pre-recession levels of Q1 08 when there were over 80,600 residents employed after seasonal adjustment.

CORONA’s employment has noticed a strong and consistent increase since the recession low of Q1 10. We expect this upward trend to continue with stable employment figures considering all reasonable economic factors.

Q3 EMPLOYMENT Since Recession Lows

Chamber Ambassadors. . .

Does the jacket fit?

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f you have been around the Chamber for any amount of time, you most likely have seen a friendly group of burgundy jacket folks greeting at events.

They are a committed team of Chamber members and part of the exclusive Ambassador Club – The purpose of the Ambassador Club is to promote the image of the Chamber and serve and help coordinate at events.

Have you thought about how to get more involved in the Chamber? Consider becoming an Ambassador.

Be the face of the Chamber.

Grow Your Business • Represent the Chamber by participating in business visits • Opportunity to introduce your company or organization Visibility • First to greet and meet new and potential members Exclusivity • You get to be the owner of one snazzy burgundy jacket and name badge Be Our Guest • Join the Ambassador Club, volunteer at events and you can attend for free (limited number of Ambassadors at events) Volunteering • Feels good to the soul and helps grow our local economy

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Camaraderie • Volunteering alongside like-minded individuals

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Vital • Be an integral part of the retention plan for members

Sound like something you may be interested in?

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Contact or email the Chamber for an application or email Heather@MyChamber.org 951-737-3350.

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Calvert Moves to City Hall

Congressman Ken Calvert recently moved his District Office into Corona City Hall. The Corona

Sebastian Gorka cont’d

CNUSD Updates

variety of speakers and topics will do just that. Others invited to speak on April 12 include: District Attorney Mike Hestrin; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Michael Lin; Corona City Manager Darrell Talbert; Captain Stephen Murray, Nav Sea; Rob Fields, Riverside Economic Development Manager; Mark Uffer, Corona Regional Medical Center; Stephen Espinosa, Serial Entreprenuer; Kimberly Davidson, Economic Development Manager, City of Corona; Jay Orr, Executive Officer for County of Riverside. The Chamber will host a special Business Expo that same day, beginning at 9am until 2pm. For more information about the event or Business Expo, log on to www.

MyChamber.org or call 951-737-3350.

Dr. Gorka, the New York Times best-selling author, is Chairman of

Innovation cont’d

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NUSD health pathway students have been busy these past five months; listening to guest speakers, visiting health facilities and learning CPR. Highlights include: An interactive visit to the Ben Clark Training Center for Law Enforcement and Public Safety Training. Approximately 80 Corona High School students, coached by Ben Clark trainees, participated in mock medical emergencies.

A Medical Boot Camp sponsored by the Inland Health Profession Coalition and the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development.

Students were required to commit four Saturdays in October. During the Saturday sessions, students had

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the opportunity to explore different professions in the medical field, visit a health care site, meet professional mentors in the health fields and become CPR-certificated. Approximately 30 Corona and Roosevelt High Schools students participated in this unique experience.

Workshops by Mini Medical School students, UCR, to Citrus Hills Intermediate School (Wellness and Yoga), River Heights Intermediate School (Autism Awareness), and Roosevelt High School (Alcohol Addiction).

A mortician guest speaker at Corona High School A family medical resident, Riverside University Health Systems, guest speaker at Santiago High School.

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Talbert is one of two employees directly hired by the five elected members of the Corona City Council, the other being the City Attorney. All other staffing for the City is under his jurisdiction. This involves hiring and supervising all department heads, including the police and fire chiefs. His open door policy and focus to help community members and businesses motivates many, while earning him wide support throughout the region.

Corona has been recognized for multiple successes by various statewide and national organizations. Creating opportunities for businesses to locate, expand and prosper here has been the top priority on Talbert’s watch. The Corona Chamber has worked as a team mate with the city in the arena of business retention and recruitment.

In early 2017, “Walk-Abouts” will be launched by the Corona Chamber, which will find dozens of visits to businesses monthly.

A current City project is developing an “Innovation Center” in the

native has moved into a first floor office, where he and his staff will provide a number of constituent services.

Rep. Calvert’s office can assist constituents who are having a problem with a federal agency, arrange tours for people visiting Washington D.C., and help individuals interested in purchasing a flag that has flown over the U.S. Capitol.

The office will be open from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. The address is 400 S. Vicentia Avenue, Suite 125, Corona, CA 92882. The office can be reached at (951) 277-0042.

Threat Knowledge Group, where he provides training and expertise to the law enforcement, military and intelligence communities. He serves as Vice President for National Security Support, and Professor of Strategy and Irregular Warfare at the Institute of World Politics, and was previously the Major General Horner Distinguished Chair of Military Theory at Marine Corps University. Born in the United Kingdom to parents who fled from communist Hungary, Sebastian served as a reserve member of the British Army’s Intelligence and Security Group (V), and now he is a U.S. citizen. In 2012 he was awarded the Joint Civilian Service Commendation by US Special Operations Command. Dr. Gorka also served as a Department of Justice expert on the Boston Marathon bombing trial.

community. This will be a valuable tool in bringing and keeping businesses in Corona. Talbert’s team has worked on securing a special grant to assist in bringing the old police station (Buena Vista and Sixth Street) up to ADA standards for conversion to this Center. Though still several months away, the city is positioning itself now to bring a variety of other new features into Corona.

A recent example of Talbert’s ingenuity is repurposing unoccupied space at City Hall. In mid-December (2016), US Congressman Ken Calvert’s office relocated to the lower floor of the 400 S. Vicentia Avenue facility. Bobby Spiegel tells us, “It is a win-win, having our Congressman’s district headquarters located right at the heart of our community.” Talbert is seeking other tenants for similarly available workspace, whose site requirements could be satisfied. This might not be as easy as it seems. However, Talbert’s positive attitude and tenacity to find the right occupants is one of his priorities and there is every reason to be confident that he will find success as the calendar pages turn to 2017.

NEW EMPLOYMENT LAWS SCHEDULED FOR 2017 AND BEYOND www.MyChamber.org January/February 2017

and Enforcement AB 1732: All-Gender Restrooms

March 1, 2017

Single-user facilities

CORONA CHAMBER

L E AV E S O F A B S E N C E A N D B E N E F I T S AB 2393: Paid Sick Leave and Parental Leave

January 1, 2017

School district employees/sick and parental leaves

AB 2337: Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking Projections

July 1, 2017

Required form for new employees

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BACKGROUND CHECKS

CALIFORNIA EMPLOYERS

NEW EMPLOYMENT LAWS AB 1843: Juvenile Criminal History Information

January 1, 2017

Prohibits employers from asking for or using juvenile criminal history information

AB 1289: Criminal Background Check/Ride Sharing Services

January 1, 2017

Requires background checks for drivers

W O R K E R S ’ C O M P E N S AT I O N

MOST OF THE OF NEW LAWS FROM THE 2016 CALIFORNIA LEGISLATIVE SESSION ARE SCHEDULED FOR 2017.

OTHER BILLS SIGNED

BY THE GOVERNOR ARE ON A 2018 OR 2019 TIMETABLE.

DATE

BILL NUMBER

REMARKS

SB 1160, AB 2503: Liens and Physician Requirements

January 1, 2017

Changes to liens filed after 1/1/17, and amended requirements for physician reporting and authorization requests

AB 1244: Medi-Cal and Medicare Fraud/Abuses

January 1, 2017

Prompt suspension of providers

AB 2883: Business Owner/Officer Exclusions

January 1, 2017

Instances when business owners or officers are excluded from coverage

SB 1175: Provider Bill Submissions to Employers

January 1, 2017

Bill submissions within 1 year

WAGE AND HOUR

SB 3: Minimum Wage Increase

January 1, 2017

Scheduled increases begin for employers with 26 or more employees

AB 2535: Itemized Wage Statements

January 1, 2017

Pay stub requirements for exempt employees

AB 1785: Driver Safety

January 1, 2017

Use of electronic devices while driving

AB 1066: Agricultural Exemption Change

January 1, 2017

Agricultural employers required to provide one day’s rest in 7 worked

SB 1241: Choice of Forum/Choice of Law Litigation

January 1, 2017

Employment contracts

AB 1847: Payroll/California Earned Tax Credit

January 1, 2017

Updated notice

AB 2899: Challenges to Minimum Wage Violations

January 1, 2017

Bond requirements

MISCELLANEOUS

SCHEDULED FOR 2017 AND BEYOND

LAWS MOST OF THE OF NEW LAWS MOST OF THE OF NEW LAWS OTHER BILLS SIGNED ORNIA FROM THE 2016 CALIFORNIA FROM THE 2016 CALIFORNIA

BY THE GOVERNOR ARE LEGISLATIVE SESSION ARE OR 2019 ARE LEGISLATIVE SESSION ARE ON A 2018 SCHEDULED FOR 2017.

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SCHEDULED FOR 2017.

SB 1342: Local Wage Enforcement

January 1, 2017

Subpoenas issued for noncompliance

AB 1978: Janitorial Workers

January 1, 2017

New recordkeeping requirements for covered janitorial employers

SB 1015: Domestic Workers

January 1, 2017

Extends Domestic Worker Bill of Rights

AB 2230: Overtime/Private School Teachers

July 1, 2017

Minimum earnings requirement for exempt employees

AB 2437, AB 2025: Licensure Requirements for Nail/Hair Salons

July 1, 2017

Required poster

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BY THE GOVERNOR ARE BY ON A 2018 OR 2019 TIMETABLE.

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SB 1063, AB 1676: Fair Pay Act Amendments

January 1, 2017

Expand wage equality laws

AB 1661: Harassment Prevention Training for Local Officials

January 1, 2017

New training requirements

January 1, 2017

Penalties for document abuse

SB 1001: Immigration-Related Protections

DATE

BILL NUMBER

BILL NUMBER

REMARKS

AB 488: Revised Definition of Employee

SB 3: Minimum Wage Increase

AB 1684: Human Trafficking

January 1, 2017

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January January1, 1, 2017 2017

Pay stub requirements forlaws exempt Compliance with anti-discrimination

January 1, 2017

AB 2535: Itemized Wage Statements AB 2844: State Contracts and

Anti-Discrimination Certification SB 1442: Discrimination Regulations

AB 1066: Agricultural Exemption Change and Enforcement AB 1732: All-Gender Restrooms

AB 1847: Payroll/California Earned Tax Credit

Scheduled increases begin for employers with 26

Enforced by the California Department of Fair or more employees Employment and Housing (DFEH)

January 1, 2017

Expands DFEH authority

March 1, 2017

Single-user facilities

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Updated notice

AB 2899: Challenges to Minimum Wage Violations SB 1342: Local

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January 1, 2017

School district employees/sick and parental leaves

July 1, 2017

Required form for new employees

January 1, 2017

Bond requirements

WAGE AND HOUR

AB 2337: Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking Projections Wage Enforcement

January 1, 2017

REMARKS

SB 3: Minimum Wage Increase

January 1, 2018

Scheduled increases begin for employers with 25 or fewer employees

AB 1978: Janitorial Workers

July 1, 2018

Registration requirements for covered janitorial employers

AB 1066: Agricultural Overtime

January 1, 2019

Phased-in overtime requirements begin for agricultural employees

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January 1, 2017

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March 1, 2018

Extends appeal time

SB 1234: Private Retirement Savings Plans

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January 1, 2017

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January 1, 2017

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January 1, 2017

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January 1, 2017

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SB 1442: Discrimination Regulations and Enforcement

January 1, 2017

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March 1, 2017

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ealizing the many quality businesses, marketing experts and educators we have in our area, the Corona Chamber announces increased recognition that will be coming to Good Morning CORONA in 2017. “We have close to 1000 members, and so many businesses are excelling in their field, contribute to local and national charities, not for an award or recognition, but merely to do the “right thing” cited Don Garling, 2017 Chairman of the Board for the Corona Chamber, founder of Lifetime Vinyl Fence Company. “Starting in January, the Chamber will present

the Award of Excellence in Business to businesses in various categories from Manufacturing to Retail, Service to Distribution along with the Beyond the Classroom for educators nominated by their peers.”

“Recognition is a natural added feature and will take place in the first segment of our 90 minute program,” Garling continued, “Life is a Journey, and we want to acknowledge all the great things people are involved with.”

“Each month, the GMC will provide unique Marketing Tips for the attendees, these will be key nuggets that anyone can use,” John Weyhgandt,

Chamber’s 2017 Chairman-Elect owner of Western States Financial. “Often you hear about knowing your 30 second elevator speech, it is equally important to sharpen your networking skills. This year we will introduce a variety of tips for businesses.”

GMC is a monthly event that provides relevant business information, networking opportunities and a better understanding of what new is coming to Corona. The location is Eagle Glen

Golf Club. The typical meeting date is the last Friday of each month, in November and December it is the 3rd Friday. Networking and buffet breakfast begins at 6:30am and the official start of the meeting is 7am. The event typically adjourns by 8:30am For more information on nominations or other items for Good Morning CORONA, contact Stephanie (Stephanie@MyChamber.org) if you have questions on these awards.

Corona High School STEM Academy to host 2nd Annual Robotics Competition

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orona High School STEM Academy to host 2nd Annual Robotics Competition on Saturday January 14th, 2017. The doors open for registration and set up at 7:30am. The event is expected to conclude around 6pm. There will be 40 teams from all over southern California competing. Corona STEM is a Project Lead the Way (PLTW) program designed to provide a rigorous, relevant STEM education. Through an engaging, hands-on curriculum, PLTW encourages the development of problem-solving skills, critical thinking, creative and innovative reasoning and a love of learning. PLTW features the VEX EDR system in several of its project-based engineering courses. (source: http://www.

vexrobotics.com/vexedr/education) Corona STEM is calling on community volunteers to assist in this year’s program. Specifically, there is a need for Referees (about 6 people- preferably post high school) and about 6-10 judges that are or were engineers or involved in a tech related career. High school students looking for community service hours are also encouraged to contact us to find out how they can be involved. For more information on how you can assist at this year’s Corona STEM Robotics Competition please contact Pete D’Agostino at : pdagostino@cnusd.k12.ca.us or cell (951) 531-3812.

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mall, gradual changes are a great way to start incorporating healthy, anti-inflammatory foods into your lifestyle. The name of the game is to focus on whole, nutrient-rich foods that energize you and to move away from processed, unbalanced foods that zap your energy.

What does that nutrient-rich lifestyle look like? Lots of fresh (or frozen) fruits and vegetables that are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, fiber and minerals to lower

inflammation. There are numerous nutritious compounds found in a vast array of produce. However, a few powerhouse fruits and veggies stand out to fight inflammation and restore your health at a cellular level to keep you feeling energized every day - Tomatoes, Green Leafy Vegetables, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Beets, Blueberries and Pineapple.

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any small business owners struggle with advertising their business. They are unsure of where to advertise and what a good ad should contain.

Nothing’s worse than spending money on an ad and not getting a response from it. In this free workshop, The 5&5 of Advertising, Kim Lewis, Creative Director and Paige Donahoe, Marketing Director from Creative By Design will share the top 5 mistakes that business owners make when creating their ad materials.

They will also reveal the 5 essentials of a good ad and go over what marketing channels are the best for your business or industry. “There is no one rule-ofthumb option to advertise a business.

Each business has their own target

market and should advertise differently than another business,” says Lewis.

Kim Lewis and Paige Donahoe have over 45 years of combined experience in advertising, publishing and marketing. Creative By Design has won over 60 awards for their creative works and have worked with companies such as Main Place Mall, The Beverly Center, National Parks & Recreation Association, Kia Motors, Toyota, Dominos and Many Others.

Friday, March 10, 2017 Corona Chamber of Commerce 904 E. Sixth St., Corona 92879 To save your FREE seat at this workshop, visit www.MyChamber. org or call 951-737-3350

Corona History Association Recounts Racism in Corona

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he Corona History Association will present a Forum, “The History of Racism in Corona”, on January 25, 2017, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Corona Fundamental Intermediate School, 1230 South Main Street (on Main between Grand Blvd and Olive Street), in Corona. Corona History Association, founder, Don Williamson, will be recalling the restrictions and narrow attitudes based upon race that are part of our local legacy.

Corona History Association Board Member, and Corona native, Sylvia Martinez Barnett, whose mother Frances Martinez was an important figure in changing Corona policies, says, “Everyone likes to focus on the positive aspects of their hometown, but it is important to acknowledge the struggles caused by racism and

resulting triumph over it.”

This presentation will include incidences from Corona’s earliest days, the attitudes of those that were affected and the progress that occurred over the decades. Unfortunately, the story is not unique to Corona, but an historic blight on America’s evolving character.

Dr. Samuel Buenrostro, Deputy Superintendent of the Corona-Norco Unified School District and Vice-President of the Corona History Association, will introduce the topic and act as event host.

The public is welcome to attend this free Forum and light refreshments will be available. For more information on this memorable night, call (951) 529-2999.

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e on the lookout for upcoming “Coffee with the Entrepreneur” events at the Chamber.

In December we received a phone call from serial entrepreneur and former Corona resident, Steve Espinosa letting us know that he would

be in town and available chat with our business community the following week. Not skipping a beat, Kimberly Davidson, Economic Development Manager at the City of Corona jumped on it, and connected with the Chamber to make it happen. A few Facebook posts and an EBlast and we packed the house to hear from this powerhouse.

Steve shared from his own experiences and took questions from the crowd. Currently, Steve is working on an anti-terrorism cyber security project at the White House with the United States Digital Service, has worked as a Lead Program Manager at Google, owned and sold several businesses and announced his desire to run for Congress.

All of 29 years old and not looking the part of a “West Winger,” Espinosa’s many tattoos, casual attire, and mellow attitude are every bit the epitome of a millennial serial entrepreneur.

You will not want to miss the next Coffee with an Entrepreneur! Other inspiring business leaders will be joining us so . . . follow us on Facebook @CoronaChamber and sign up to be on our mailing list for upto-the minute announcements just like this one!

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Garling cont’d pen, memories, laughter and learning. One outstanding theme resonates with the Garlings is the genuine love for people – who you are, no matter your background, faith, ethnicity or stature…you are a gift from god and you are treasured, respected and loved.

Chapter One: Don was born in Columbus, Ohio and moved to Anaheim California when he was five years old. He was fortunate to spend his summers as a young boy with his family in Columbus.

Chapter two: Following high school Don began his 30 plus years in education. While working he became a reserve police officer for the city of Anaheim and continued his education to become a police officer in the city of Tustin. Don was offered a job back in education in 1985 at Brea Olinda Unified School District. He retired as an Administrator in 2002.

Chapter three: Don met and married his wife Sally while both he and she were employed at Brea High School.

They blended their family, his two sons and her two daughters in 1989.

During Don’s tenure at Brea Olinda, the district built their new high school and Don was actively involved in the project which he is very proud of.

Chapter four: Don moved to Corona in 1990. Don and Sally have been blessed with four grandchildren, two boys, two girls, the oldest a student at Cypress College, the youngest a student at El Cerrito Middle School.

Chapter five: Don retired from the school district to devote his time and energy to his vinyl fence company, Lifetime Fence Supply Inc. Working many hours a day, sometime seven days a week, Don and his dedicated team grew their business larger and larger. They fabricate vinyl material for approximately 125 contractors in Southern

California and his staff installs fencing for large homeowners associations. Don continues to serves as a “Subject Matter Expert for the California State Contractors License Board (in Sacramento).

Chapter six: This chapter could be titled a second chance. Without going into too many details, Don got the scare of his life, literally….and today boasts about the excellent health care he received at Corona Regional Medical Center, their staff and his physicians.

Chapter seven: Don feels very fortunate that he can give back to the community by supporting the many non-profits in the community. Some of them include: his commitment to serve on Governing Board of the Corona Regional Medical Center, a board member of Circle City Rotary, a board member of the Corona-Norco Family YMCA, President of the Eagle Glen Homeowners association.

A full volume of Don’s (and Sally’s) generosity could be written, but true to their personality, they give to charities without expecting or requesting acknowledgement. Just know, they truly provide the 3 important T’s when serving on boards,

helping organizations, families etc.

Time, Talent and Treasures.

Book TWO – is being produced this year, as Don experiences his Journey of a Lifetime. You all will be part of writing the history, his legacy, and

your interaction with our top leader.

Chapter ONE – Chairman of the Board for the Corona Chamber. For the last five years, Don has positioned himself to take the helm as the top volunteer for the CORONA Chamber. His involvement on the Board of Directors, insights and involvement have been a tremendous asset for all of the business community. Don’s vision, input and knowledge has provided strength and wisdom for this membership driven organization nearing 1,000 businesses.

Don’s focus during 2017 will be communicating and nurturing businesses.

His personal commitment to our team will see weekly “Walk-Abouts” with the Chairman and President. This will consist of a team of volunteers who want outreach to the business community.

If you are interested in being part of Don’s Journey of A Lifetime, please connect with Heather Rawlings at the Corona Chamber 951-737-3350

New Board Members Anthony Monteforte – 3M Anthony Monteforte and his family have lived in the Inland Empire since 2001. Tony is currently the Human Resources Manager at 3M’s Industrial Mineral Products Corona facility. He has been employed with 3M for over 22 years in various capacities and several locations. 3M and Tony have been long-standing supporters of the Corona-Norco United Way, the Corona-Norco Family YMCA, and the Corona-Norco Unified School System. Prior to 3M, he served eight years as an Officer and Aviator in the United States Navy. Tony is a Life Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and a graduate of Georgetown University.

Jennifer Stewart – NAV SEA CORONA Division Liason Jennifer Stewart serves as the Office of Research and Technology Applications (ORTA) representative for Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division. As the ORTA, Jennifer Stewart acts as a broker, connecting Corona Division’s scientists and engineers with academia and industry for technology transfer.

Stewart, a graduate of California Baptist University, Riverside, Calif., joined NSWC Corona’s Product Engineering Assessment Department in 2003.

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Eric Jorgensen and Bill Mazurek Ambassador Super Heroes and our two 2016 Ambassadors of the Year!

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he Corona Chamber has a group of volunteers comprised of business owners, managers, sales associates and employees. These volunteers Ambassadors. Ambassadors meet monthly to review the chambers calender of events, Grand openings and areas of need. We are fortunate to have our Ambassadors team. Each year we select the Ambassador of the year. This year was a exceptional and are happy to announce that we have two Ambassadors that will receive this reward.

Eric Jorgensen and his wife, Debbie, are the owners of their own business, Pampered Panels, located in Corona.

They have found a unique niche market in Pampered Panels. Their positive attitude and willingness to serve and help others, has proven a unique opportunity to service our community.

After contacting many solar panel manufactures regarding care and maintenance of solar panels, they discovered that solar manufacturers highly recommend a cleaning and maintenance schedule, yet few people have the resources to clean them regularly. They are the only known solar panel cleaning and maintenance company, that offers a comprehensive cleaning service for large and small clients. They specialize in commercial solar panels, and also have a residential division.

Immediately joining the CORONA Chamber in 2014, Eric became active in the Ambassador Club and devoted many hours to serving the community and the members of the Chamber.

Eric received the Ambassd0r 0r the mont for the first seven (7) monthes 0f 2016. Work requirements to Erick

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to northen California. He continues to serve the chamber.

Bill Mazurek is the Vice President of Wolcott Insurance Services and has been with the company for over 11 years. Wolcott Insurance is an Independent Brokerage that services California, Arizona and Texas. They specialize in High Risk Insurance Policies, which include Auto, Homeowners, General Liability, Workers Compensation and Professional Liability.

Recently they have branched into the preferred market as well.

He and his best friend from high school, Jason Wolcott, started the company in Laguna Hills, CA in 2005 and chose to open up another office in the city of Corona in 2012. Bill runs the Corona office but can be found in client’s offices, visiting local businesses or at the Chamber most of the time.

Bill and his wife Barbara have a blended family of 6 Children. He loves

coaching, spending time with friends and family and lives, works and shops in the wonderful city of Corona.

Soon after joining the CORONA Chamber, Bill was attending our Good Morning Corona Membership Meeting when he heard about the Ambassador Club. He was looking for a way to get more involved and being an Ambassador for the Chamber was a perfect fit. From the moment he first put on the burgundy blazer, he has been at most events helping with set up, breakdown and greeting those in attendance as well as personally delivering many membership renewal plaques. His dedication to the community is obvious by anyone who spends time with him and by the countless hours he spends serving.

We are so thankful for both Eric Jorgensen and Bill Mazurek for their efforts in making the Corona Chamber of Commerce the very best.

Don Williamson Chamber Foundation Volunteer of the Year

Kerry Pendergast, President for The Corona Chamber Foundation stated, “It is with great pleasure,

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pride and honor that we will present our inaugural Volunteer of the Year award to Don Williamson.” at the Chamber’s Annual Installation and Awards Gala. “Don has set the stage for others to follow, specific to serving as a model volunteer, dedicating his time, energy and resources to our Foundation.” Williamson becomes President of the 501 (c)3 organization on January 1.

“Williamson has been an integral part of numerous activities and projects the Foundation has accomplished during 2016. He has been the mainstay at Cars and Coffee (a weekly event) never missing one Saturday in 65 continuous weeks; he chaired the ever successful Corona Night with the Angels where over 1300 Corona

residents enjoyed a winning game!

The following month he was actively involved with Memorial Mile March and wrapped up his involvement with the Restaurant Week.”

About the Foundation: The purpose of the Foundation is to promote and support educational activities within the community. Other Foundation activities include providing support to the community’s active duty military and veterans, and supporting and offer financial assistance to individuals and families faced with the economic hardship associated with a wide array of emergency and non-emergency medical expenses. The Corona Chamber Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Learn more at www.

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AMBASSADORS OF THE YEAR: Eric Jorgensen Pampered Panels Bill Mazurek Wolcott Insurance CHAMBER FOUNDATION VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR Don Williamson Corona History Association AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE – BUSINESSES OF THE YEAR Manufacturer:

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Photos by Jim Dorsey Photography Farmers Insurance District Office held its official Grand Opening ceremony where they honored military, collecting clothing for soldiers returning to civilian life. Jim Heidrich, general manager, took time to introduce military personnel who were present. Jim’s focus is to help individuals seeking to become a business owner, assisting them in training and education towards a career with Farmers Insurance.

You can reach Jim by calling (951) 880-0427.

Corona Chamber Board Members present Corona Fire Chief David Duffy and Corona Police Chief Michael Abel with flags commemorating 9/11. Each name of the First Responders were placed in the ‘red’ stripes. Presentation took place at the 18th annual Honoring our Local Heroes luncheon in December.

Members enjoying Chamber 101 – where individuals learn more about the Chamber and multiple benefits offered to its members.

Join us on January 10 for our next Chamber 101 – location is at the Corona Chamber offices, 904 E Sixth Street, Corona 92879. Lunch will be provided. 11:30 until 1:30pm.

Kimberly Davidson, Economic Development Manager for the City of Corona, was our guest speaker at December’s Women’s Leadership Luncheon at the Sizzler. She talked to a packed house of men and women on Encouraging Business Growth in the Region.

2016 Corona Chamber Holiday Party hosted by Citrus City Grille was a roaring success.

Festivities included Holiday carols sung by Corona High School’s Choir, tasty and fabulous food by Citrus City Grille and donated toys went to the Tasos Project for Kids. Lots of Holiday fun had by all.

NAVY cont’d chief executive of Bourns, Inc., of Riverside, who serve as counterparts to Corona’s acting technical director, Dianne Costlow, and chief technology officer, Arman Hovakemian.

Donaldson’s appointment continues a tradition that began in 2014 to recognize, honor and harness the knowledge of community leaders to further the warfare center’s strategic initiatives and bring greater understanding of the warfare center’s critical role for the Navy and Marine Corps to the community.

“It’s a tremendous opportunity for me to serve as the honorary technical director,” Donaldson said. “Both NSWC Corona and CBU combine a sense of high calling and purpose to our science and engineering efforts, and I’m excited for our students and

faculty to help solve engineering challenges for the Navy of the future.”

Beginning with the first graduates in 2011, more than 20 CBU’s engineering alumni work at NSWC Corona, with 14 able to attend the ceremony.

Murray said the honorary leaders are champions of NSWC Corona and its mission, adding that Donaldson will add depth as an acclaimed

engineer as he joins the team. The honorary leader received his bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in electrical engineering from Texas Tech University. In 1994, he also received a Master of Arts in missions and evangelism from Asbury Theological Seminary in Kentucky.

As part of graduate research, Donaldson worked on the so-called “Star

Wars” pulsed power project where his research in modeling electrode erosion in high-energy pulsed switches resulted in more than 40 peer-reviewed articles and presentations, along with a patent for a new type of material.

Shortly after he joined CBU in 2006 as head of the engineering school, NSWC Corona began its relationship with the budding department that started with 53 students and one faculty member. Since then, the school has expanded to more than 600 full-time students and 37 full-time faculty members and is a formal education partner with the warfare center, providing many skilled interns and employees to the warfare center, working on projects ranging measurement science and calibration to missile evaluation to ensure the Navy is capable and ready.

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Angel Tree Shares the Christmas Spirit

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orona’s historical business was citrus, boasting the lemon capital of the world for years. Since those early times, this community has created a rich history of turning lemons into lemonade. This was evident most recently when Corona Chamber CEO and President, Bobby Spiegel was informed of a serious problem with some families in our local school system: many of our students and their families lack some basic needs, like shoes, pillows and undergarments! A simple request by Nielle Reinhart, a Corona High School teacher via a Facebook post requested donations for some of these students, many of whom are homeless. Through a unique process, teachers at some CNUSD schools do their due diligence to find families in need, and started the Angel Tree program. Some of these students put a wish list together, asking for gifts unlike other teenaged children. One asked for a pillow for their younger brother, as he never had his own. Another shared a request for a new pair of tennis shoes, to replace the current pair which had cardboard stapled to the soles. Undergarments, jackets, and basic necessities also topped the lists. Spiegel is quick to note,

“There are many needs, charities and things going on daily in Corona, and “little elves” (and big hearted / generous people) step-up all the time.”

Upon discovering the donation request, Spiegel outreached to Adam Owens, President of SLAC, Inc. (Student Loan Assistance Center), who coincidentally had recently expressed interest in donating, so his company could make an impact in the community.

Spiegel facilitated a conversation between Owens, Reinhart and himself to discuss the Angel Tree “Challenge”: raise $10,000 in less than 10 days. Thankfully, Owens accepted this Challenge, and agreed to provide a $5,000 donation which would be the catalyst of what Spiegel described as a “Matching Fund Mania”! The Corona Chamber rolled out the Angel Tree Challenge hitting the internet at 3:20pm on December 1. Public donations started to come in immediately.

Soon after the public request, Spiegel received a call from Joe Elhert, the General Manager of Larry H. Miller Toyota Corona, who also pledged to donate $5,000 and use it for expanding the matching funds.

Left to right: Bobby Spiegel, Corona Chamber CEO; Nielle Reinhart, CHS Teacher; Charlotte Vega, CHS Assistant Principle; Dean Seif, Chamber Past Chairman

Shortly thereafter, Mike Downs from Downs Energy called Spiegel and said their non-profit organization would be sending in $5,000 for the local children and families.

As the outreach went viral, CNUSD Board of Trustee Bill Newberry informed the Chamber that there are about 50 students at Orange Grove High School who are in a high-need category. Spiegel also outreached to the Superintendent Dr. Michael Lin, who identified other schools that have families that could benefit if more funds were to become available.

Besides corporate sponsors, many private individuals and other clubs and organizations have generously offered to help. The local Rotary Clubs turned their Christmas parties into a night of giving.

The Corona Rotary Club President, Kevin Button, presented on behalf of his club over $500 worth of plush blankets for the students; Circle City Rotary donated funds toward Orange Grove High.

Northpoint Church’s Quilting Club donated over 30 handmade quilts.

The outreach has been tremendous.

The Chamber’s 2016 Chairman of the Board, Mark Peabody of Peabody Engineering, donated $1,000. Each of these businesses have graciously provided funding, without asking for recognition.

Peabody stated in the email to Spiegel, “I just read this for the first time, and I am heartbroken. We are all so incredibly blessed and we are called to help folks like this in need.” Spiegel echoed this sentiment, stating he was only the facilitator for a much needed cause. “I wanted to make sure the students would not be publicly identified, embarrassed or singled out, and the teachers ensured this.

All major donors agreed that our goal of raising funds for the less fortunate will be what we focus on.” Spiegel further added, “Mrs. Reinhart, as the majority of teachers, do so much more than simply teach, and put in extra hours beyond classroom time. Teachers (and all district staff) are committed to assist and nurture our young people, who will someday be our workforce, business

owners and consumers. We need to do whatever we can to assist them.”

Just as we were going to press, Lucas Oil Products had generously pledged 31 Stater Bros. gift cards at $100 each, to help ensure families receive a Christmas dinner and groceries!

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Manufacturers’ Summit cont’d This program has gotten better every year, which is saying something because it was good from the start! It is a “must attend” for me and my team each year.”

The Summit will feature Garry Ridge, President of WD-40 Company as keynote speaker. Ridge is responsible for developing and implementing high-level strategies, all operations, and the oversight of all relationships and partnerships for the Company. Headquartered in San Diego, WD-40 Company recorded net sales of $378 million in fiscal year 2015 and its products are currently available in more than 176 countries and territories worldwide. WD-40 Company is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select market under the ticker symbol “WDFC.” Last years’ local attendees included A.J. Metal Manufacturing, Baghouse & Industrial Sheet Metal Services, Liquid Analysis Systems, and American National Manufacturing.com.

“One of the most interesting and popular exhibits, the “Made in the Inland Empire” displays, will again be presented,” stated Smith. “Last year

we had about 30 manufacturers who brought in locally made products to show them off.” Manufacturers who attended and displayed included Microdyne Plastics, Garner Holt Productions, Cott Beverages, Phenix Technology and Safariland.

Attendees will also be treated to the Manufacturers’ Innovation Awards, where three, top manufactures will discuss innovations within their companies. The 2016 winner of Innovation in Workforce Development was Newport Cottages, a minority-owned, family run business that specializes in creating children’s furniture, located in Riverside California. Celestica, located in Ontario, won in the category of “Innovation in Resource Efficiency.”

The Manufacturers’ Council of the Inland Empire, a 501(c) 3 non-profit, supports and provides education to manufacturers, their employees, students looking for jobs in manufacturing and the community at large.

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The annual Summits are designed to provide informational take-aways on business trends and issues in the region and state. It brings together manufacturers, supporting businesses, regional colleges and universities and agencies.

The February 3rd event will also provide a panel discussion on Regulation Hurdles in Manufacturing led by Dorothy Rothrock, President of CMTA and featuring real issues and solutions for dealing with conflicting agencies.

Micro-burst presentations will replace past breakout sessions with short, hot topics that everyone would like to learn about. “We are trying out a new format because people wanted to attend multiple presentations last year that were scheduled at the same time,’ stated Smith. “ Now these Micro-burst presentations will be on the main stage, allowing everyone to hear them.”

Each presentation will be short and to the point. To dig in deeper, those same topics will be presented, in detail at regular, monthly meetings of the MCIE. Topics slated include Cyber-Security Risks to Businesses, Robotics and Their Impact on Man-

ufacturing, and the Graying of the Workforce.

Popular with everyone will be the large exhibit area, with opportunities to talk with a variety of vendors who support manufacturing. Larger manufacturers also present in the exhibit area. Past exhibitors have included: Brithinee Electric, the largest electrical motor rewinding plant in the southwest, and manufacturer of electric motor controls; Cott Beverages, an international manufacturer and one of the largest beverage producers; California Steel Industries, an international producer located in Fontana; Safariland, producer of high-quality accessories for law enforcement and personal defense; and Vista Metals.

For more information: mfgcouncilie.com Friday, February 3, 2017 7:00am – 2:00pm Ontario Convention Center

3rd Annual Fire & Ice Chili Cook-off and Craft Beer Festival

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he Fire & Ice event has proven to be a favorite “Must Go” event for the residents of Corona and the surrounding areas. There is a real festival atmosphere in this open-air competition where the best chili cooks and regional craft breweries come to compete and determine who is the best of the best.

The Chili Cook-off has 4 divisions; Best Texas Red and Verde Green “beanless” chili judged by an esteemed panel of local dignitaries and subject to International Chili Society rules. Competition Chili in these two categories are prepared on-site the day of the event. There is also a People’s Choice category where the best home-cooked “anything goes” chili is presented for the attending public to taste and decide who is the best by voting on their favorite. Local restaurants will also compete to determine who has the “Best Restaurant Chili” in town. Winners in each category will get recognition and cash prizes in the individual categories. Last year, there were over 20 competitors and this year, more are expected.

The Craft Beer Festival features over 20 local craft breweries presenting two different craft beers for tasting and the attending public will decide who makes the best beer

as well. Everyone is a winner in this event, especially the beer aficionados out there who will judge the beer in 5 categories including taste, color, aroma and more.

The event includes live music from talented local performers, games for the kids and some of the best beer and chili you’ve ever had. All proceeds from the event go to support the YMCA and other local charities, so it’s all for a good cause. Tickets are only sold in advance, not on the day of the event, so be sure to purchase tickets early, as the event always sells out. Tickets are available for entrance to the Chili Cook-off, Beer Tasting, and a separate VIP ticket for early entry to taste the great beers before the general public is let in. Sponsorship opportunities are also available and all contributions are tax-deductible.

For more information, visit our website at www.FireandIceCorona.org or https://fireandicecorona.eventbrite. com for tickets.

Saturday, February 25, 2017 Corona-Norco Family YMCA 1331River Road Corona, CA 92880 For more information, visit www.fireandicecorona.org

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Corona Night With the Angels

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n Thursday, April 27, the CORONA Chamber Foundation will return with the popular “CORONA Night with the Angels”. The Angels will be facing their Western Division rival, Oakland Athletics, in a contest that will begin at 7:05 p.m.

“CORONA Night with the Angels”, ticket sales will kick off on Tuesday, January 31, at 9:00 a.m. at the CORONA Chamber of Commerce office, 904 East Sixth Street, CORONA. Come and hear a prominent baseball personality, who will be on hand to discuss the Angels,

along with snacks and door prizes.

Last season’s “CORONA Night” found hundreds of locals attending with their family, friends, co-workers, church members and assorted acquaintances. Many took advantage of the special Metrolink train that dropped them off at the Big A, just beyond center field. The same service will be available in 2017, allowing fans to avoid parking fees and traffic hassles.

“CORONA Night with the Angels” is a fun and reasonably priced opportunity for businesses to unite their

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staffs and enjoy a night at the ballpark.

Tickets will be available in multiple price ranges at rates competitive with the box office, but without the “service charges”. There will be bonuses with multiple ticket purchases, such as having company names listed on the Angel’s message board. There will also be chances for special Stadium participation, such as being on the field for the 7th Inning Stretch, watching batting practice, delivering the first pitch to the mound, and other surprises. Official Angel caps will also be available at a discount through the CORONA Chamber Foundation.

This fundraiser is possible through the generosity of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. The Angels sell the tickets to the CORONA Chamber Foundation at a reduced fee enabling the 501c(3) charity to sell them for a profit offer them at a competitive cost. The best seats are sold first, so those purchased early will be the best available locations.

Learn more at the “CORONA Night with the Angels” Kickoff, January 31. For more information, contact CORONA Chamber Foundation president, Don Williamson, at (951) 529-2999, the Chamber Office at (951) 737-3350 or via the Chamber website.

Kick off event: Tuesday, January 31st 9:00 am Corona Chamber 904 E Sixth Street Corona, CA 92879 Game Day Thursday, April 27th 7:05 pm Angels Stadium Tickets will be available for purchase starting 1/31/17 at the Chamber Office. For more information, call 951-737-3350. www.MyChamber.org

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Buy a Brick to help preserve Corona landmark and honor fallen Vietnam Heroes

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ike so many Coronans, have you noticed the arched monument at Butterfield Stage Park and wondered what it was, and why it’s in such a dilapidated state?

In 1969, Rena Parker the first Corona female mayor, spearheaded the campaign to establish a memorial for the fallen heroes in the Vietnam War, nine of which were Corona residents. It was made of adobe bricks with a bell in the middle arch, and brass plates with the resident’s names. Unfortunately, time, weather, and vandalism have deteriorated the monument.

With the City’s approval, the Corona Historical Preservation Society (CHPS) plans to rebuilt, restabilize and refurbish the monument.

Among the many updates, a new

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bell will be sought, and a historic marker will be installed to insure the preservation of Corona’s history for future generations and visitors.

Please join us by Buying a Brick to rebuild this Vietnam era memorial, with Mayor Dick Haley pledging the first $1000. Bricks are a $100 each and all donations are tax deductible. All donors will be acknowledged on the historic marker page set up for this project.

Make checks payable to “Corona Historic Preservation Society” C/O Memorial Wall Fund P.O. Box 2904 Corona, CA 92878-2904 For more infomration, visit www.corona-history.org

3RD QUARTER 2016

Economic Snapshot housing 2008=100

2.3%

Q3 2016

Q2 2016

107.8

Housing market at a glance...

110.3

$500,000

*Seasonally Adjusted $400,000

Current average sales price is up 53.4% from the recession low level in Q2 09, when the average was $292k.

$300,000

$200,000

Properties spent an average of 57 days on the market, down 10 days from Q2 16.

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Source: MLS / Shannon Seif Q1-08 Q2-08 Q3-08 Q4-08 Q1-09 Q2-09 Q3-09 Q4-09 Q1-10 Q2-10 Q3-10 Q4-10 Q1-11 Q2-11 Q3-11 Q4-11 Q1-12 Q2-12 Q3-12 Q4-12 Q1-13 Q2-13 Q3-13 Q4-13 Q1-14 Q2-14 Q3-14 Q4-14 Q1-15 Q2-15 Q3-15 Q4-15 Q1-16 Q2-16 Q3-16

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Average sales price in Q3 16 was $448,213, up 2.3% from Q2 16 and up 5.5% from a year ago.

There were 699 closed sales in Q3 16, which is 37 more homes sold than the previous quarter.

3RD quarter trend Percentage of sales Housing prices have continued to increase every quarter for the past two years after seasonal adjustment is applied. Current average prices are up 5.5% from a year ago and up 53% from the recession low in Q2 09 when the average sales price was just over $292k.

The market has continued to show improvement in Q3 16 with more closed sales, properties spending an average of 10 less days on the market, and prices continuing to increase. With interest rates continuing to remain low, the market should continue this upward trend. That being said, we could potentially see the market start to reach a plateau at some point if prices continue to climb.

A big thank you to Shannon Seif from Keller Williams Realty for providing us with all of the necessary data for this report!

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<$299,999 $300,000-$599,999 >$600,000

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Corona Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert Music Director, Marco A. Mejia and the Corona Symphony Orchestra present; Grieg’s Piano Concerto in A Minor Guest Pianist, Yuyoung Jeong Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5 Don’t miss this evening of classics!

Saturday March 18, 2017 7:00pm Location: Northpoint Church 988 W. Ontario Ave. Corona, Ca. Tickets will go on sale February 3, 2017 www.corona symphonyorchestra.org

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