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Volume 8
Issue # 7
January 2019
INSIDE A NEW YEAR BRINGS NEW LAWS
Now that the Holidays are over, and most people are back to work we can take a moment to peruse the new laws enacted by the California Legislature. Like any other year, there are some laws where one wonders, did we really need a law for this? Page B1
COMING SOON TO MENIFEE...
the new movie theater that truly is a one of a kind, coming soon.
This year is already off to a great start! With all of those New Year’s resolu�ons, one might get lost in hustle and bustle of everyday life. Make it your resolu�on to stay connected with the community and share not only your personal success but the local successes taking place all over the city. Menifee con�nues to expand and cater to the people of its town. With so much opportunity and growth, it’s hard to keep up with all the new events going on. There are a lot of posi�ve changes to look forward to., the Chamber of Commerce Tony LoPiccolo for a very successful first year as CEO him and the staff have been a great addi�on to the Directors its members. The opening of the new City Hall and the first official Menifee Police Department are just a couple of things we are looking forward to seeing this year. There are many new establishments under construc�on. Such as,
It’s hard to know where to begin to look for all the events happening around own. Look no further, the Buzz has you covered! Here is a look at our amazing upcoming year and why you should be proud to be a part of this exci�ng �me. Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events: Business Awards and Installa�on: MVCC and its members are looking forward to future and its infinite possibili�es. Which is the theme for our Business Awards and Installa�on that will be held on February 2,2019. Tickets will be live to purchases on Jan 2, 2019. High School Ground Breaking Ceremony : Please join the City of Menifee, Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Perris Union High School Dis-
trict for the new High School Ground Breaking Ceremony on Saturday, February 9, 2019. The new High school will be called Liberty High School. Career and Job Fair : Mt. San Jacinto College is partnering with California Family Life Center and the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce to offer the spring 2019 Career and Job Fair. The fair will take place on Friday, April 12, 2019 at the Menifee Valley Campus from 10:00 am - 1:30 pm. Last year, we had over seventy employers and over 1,000 students and community members a�end our event. Mt. San Jacinto College invites you to save the date! Wake up Menifee: First Thursday of every month, check the website of Facebook page for upto-date �mes and loca�ons. menifeevalleychamber.com
CHAD BIANCO SWORN IN AS RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF
Newly-elected Riverside County’s 14th Sheriff, Chad Bianco, 51, a former Sheriff ’s Lieutenant and 25-year Department Veteran, was sworn in by his brother, Los Angeles County Superior Court, Judge Bre� Bianco, Tuesday, January 8th, 2019, in a ceremony a�ended by hundreds who gathered and cheered at the front of Riverside County Historic Courthouse in Riverside. Page B6 UPDATE: NEWPORT TOWNE SQUARE, MENIFEE LAKES PLAZA AND SHOPPES AT THE LAKES CONTINUE TO GROW
Come on in we’re Open for business. Read more on what is open in these centers. Page A2
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LOCAL BUZZ
A NEW YEAR, A NEW CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
all the Directors over these past years who played a part, especially this year’s Directors which are the best group of individuals I’ve worked with collec�vely on a Board. Of course, we needed a stellar crew to help navigate the ship, that being our new Captain, CEO of the Chamber, Tony LoPiccolo, and his first mate, Opera�ons Manager, Des Cassady.
by Vicki Carpenter
As I reflect on my term as Chair of the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce, I can say that I am leaving the Chamber a be�er place than when I came on board over 3 years ago.
Our staff and the Directors have been instrumental in revitalizing the ship, along with our Ambassadors, Commi�ee Par�cipants, and Chamber Members. I can’t thank you enough for everything you, we, have accomplished to enhance the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce for our members and business community.
This ocean liner (Chamber) and our hard working tug boats (Directors), worked diligently to revitalize, repair, repaint, and redirect its course. I thank
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CITY BUZZ
LOCAL BUZZ
DENVER HONORED FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF MENIFEE.
ACES COMEDY IS BACK
That's right ACES Comedy is BACK!!! Now located at Page B7 Mount Palomar Winery, Page A3
HEALTH BUZZ WHY SETTING RESOLUTIONS SET YOU UP FOR FAILURE Every year as the clock strikes midnight we all celebrate as a New Year graces us with it’s presence. Page A9
WINE COUNTRY TEMECULA VALLEY ANNUAL BARREL TASTING JANUARY 26 & 27, 2019 Page A7
TECH BUZZ NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS FOR THE GEEKS Page B4