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Vol. LXX No. 2 |October 2015

Inside This IssueCommerical Organics Recycling....…..….......1

Enviromental.......................................................2

President's Message........………………….......3

ASG Fashion Show Thank You.........................4

Membership Renewals...…………….…….....5

Commerical Organics, cont..............…...…….6

HR News..............................................................6

President’s Circle.........................….…….….....6

Enviromental, cont...................……….............7

CalChamber Stops Job Killer Bills....................7

Dia de los Muertos..............................................8

Small Business Saturday.............……................9

Event Photos......................……......….…........10

News & Events..................……......….……....11

Welcome New Members...……......….……...12

Contact the Chamber for video sponsorship opportunities

Commercial Organics Recycling Mandate to Take Effect April 1, 2016

A state law requiring businesses that generate a certain amount of waste per week to recycle their organic waste will take effect next spring.

The law, AB 1826 (Chesbro; D-North Coast; Chapter 727, Statutes of 2014) phases in new organic recycling requirements over several years, helping the state meet its goal of recycling 75% of its waste by 2020.

By January 1, 2016, according to the California Department of Resources Recycling and Re-covery (CalRecycle), local jurisdictions across the state must have organic recycling options in place for businesses, including multifamily residential dwellings that consist of five or more units.

The jurisdictions also must conduct outreach and education to those businesses about organ-ics recycling options, and monitor implementation.

Who Must Comply

AB 1826 states that businesses and multifamily complexes must start recycling organic waste by the following dates:

• Generators of 8 or more cubic yards of organic waste per week: April 1, 2016.

• Generators of 4 or more cubic yards of organic waste per week: January 1, 2017.

• Generators of 4 or more cubic yards of solid waste per week: January 1, 2019.

• Generators of 2 or more cubic yards of solid waste per week, if statewide disposal of organic waste is not decreased by half: January 1, 2020.

Types of Waste

AB 1826 requires that businesses arrange for recycling services for the following types of organic waste:

• food waste;

• green waste;

• landscape and pruning waste;

• nonhazardous wood waste; and

• food-soiled paper.

Multifamily complexes of five units or more must arrange for recycling services for the same materials with the exception of food waste and food-soiled paper.

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Environmental: CalChamber Stops Worst Bills, Secures Changes to Others The California Chamber of Commerce actively engaged in environmental legislation this year, positioning on dozens of bills related to haz-ardous waste permitting, Proposition 65, consumer product regulation, and oil and gas development.

Hazardous Waste Permitting

In response to the troubled Exide Battery Plant in Vernon, California, which was shut down earlier this year in part due to local air quality violations and an impending federal prosecution, the California Legislature proposed three significant pieces of legislation to reform the state’s hazardous waste permitting program.

Job Killer Delayed

The most problematic proposal, SB 654 (de León; D-Los Angeles), which the CalChamber labeled a job killer, would have shut down hazardous waste facilities if the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) failed to take final action on a hazardous waste permit renewal application within a specified timeframe.

Facing significant opposition from the business community, the author elected not to bring the bill to the floor of the second house; how-ever, it can still be revived next year.

Opposed Bills Amended

Another bill, SB 673 (Lara; D-Bell Gardens), establishes new permitting criteria that DTSC must consider when issuing or denying haz-ardous waste permits.

Finally, AB 1075 (Alejo; D-Salinas) attempts to crack down on serious and repeat hazardous waste violators.

After mounting significant opposition to both bills, CalChamber removed opposition when the authors accepted favorable amendments.

The original version of SB 673 required DTSC to adopt new and potentially problematic permitting criteria, while the amended version makes establishing the specified criteria voluntary only.

As for AB 1075, the original version gave DTSC the authority to revoke or suspend a hazardous waste permit for minor or mere paperwork violations, while the amended version, among other things, would give DTSC such authority only for serious repeat violations.

The Governor signed both bills into law.

Proposition 65

In light of recent statistics released by the Attorney General demonstrating that Proposition 65 is abused by unscrupulous lawyers who sue under the law for reasons unrelated to protecting public health, the CalChamber supported two reform proposals aimed at reducing the number of Proposition 65 warnings and curbing litigation abuse.

A CalChamber supported bill, AB 543 (Quirk; D-Hayward), would have helped to address the “overwarning” problem by stating that a business need not provide a warning when the business has conducted an exposure assessment by a qualified scientist which concludes that no warning is required.

Another bill, AB 1252 (Jones; R-Santee), would have helped protect small businesses from unwarranted lawsuits related to alleged miss-ing or inadequate signage.

Despite significant support from the business community, neither bill made it for a vote in their respective policy committees.

Consumer Products Regulation

This year, CalChamber opposed three bills seeking to impose new labeling requirements on certain consumer products, and to ban others outright.

• AB 708 (Jones-Sawyer; D-South Los Angeles) sought to stifle innovation and exacerbate the “overwarning” problem by requiring manufacturers of certain consumer products to disclose the 20 most prevalent ingredients contained in the product by posting that information on the product label without providing any confidential business information protections.

AB 708 was never taken up for a vote by the full Assembly, but can be expected to reappear next year.

• SB 763 (Leno; D-San Francisco) sought to unnecessarily alarm consumers by requiring manufacturers of certain juvenile prod-ucts to provide an on-product label regarding the presence of flame retardants, even if the product did not contain flame retardants.

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Kerri Abatti • Katherina Beltran• Veronica Henderson • Carla Kuhns • Jennifer McGrew- Thomason• Renato Montaño•

Richard Morales • Terri Rogers • Harold Walk • Veronica Wright • Fernando Zavala

CHAMBER MISSION STATEMENT“The mission of the El Centro Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau is to be an advocate for business, provide economic leadership and foster

community pride to ensure growth, prosperity and quality of life in El Centro and the surrounding region.’’

David TylerPresident

Eusebio ArballoPresident Elect

Anne IrigoyenDirector at Large

Gary GludTreasurer

Les SmithPast President

Jeff SturdevantVice President

Drew WilliamsDirector at Large

2015-2016 DIRECTORS

STAFFDarletta D. WillisChief Executive O�cer

Gilda RoblesReceptionist/Administrative Asst.

Vicki ZamoraO�ce Manager

Anthony MorenoMembership/Program Director

2015 - 2016 Executive Committee

David Tyler, President

As I write this message it is late October, fall appears to have arrived, the weather has finally broken, election season is in full swing, and many of the great events that are held each year in the valley are taking place over the next several weeks.

It is a pleasure to write this report with the general theme that El Centro finally seems to be coming out of the great reces-sion of 2009. Here we are in late 2015, seeing significant indications that our local economy is doing better. We saw the first indications of this a couple of years ago, but the wheels of economic recovery can turn slowly, and now things are clearly evident that the local economy has improved. We see start-up businesses opening, we see young entrepreneurs opening businesses, we see existing local businesses expanding their operations, we continue to see large businesses opening loca-tions in the valley. In addition we are seeing housing starts, and plans on the books for significantly more new housing starts in the near future. While all of this may be happening a couple of years after the economic recovery was evident in other parts of the state, it is great to see this recovering finally evident in our valley.

At one of the recent events I attended, I spoke with a former El Centro resident who was in town visiting her family. She com-mented that, driving around town, she felt that El Centro had improved its appearance from what she had seen a couple of years ago. I think she is correct. With the economic improvement that we are seeing, we are also seeing the appearance of our community improving. And this is important as it energizes and stimulates the local economy. Like money recirculat-ing in a local economy, community appearance and civic pride recirculates too. If the business next door to yours looks good, you want your business to look good too.

In the weeks ahead we will see a wonderful time of year with many great events—Brawley’s Cattle Call, Thanksgiving, the El Centro Chamber of Commerce and Los Vigilantes’ Christmas Parade, and the El Centro Christmas tree lighting, and then of course the holiday season. This time of year is extremely important for our local merchants. I would like to encourage everyone to buy local whenever possible and especially during the upcoming holiday season. A few years ago American Express started a program called Small Business Saturday, a program to encourage people to shop small during the after Thanksgiving holiday shopping weekend. I think this is a great program and want to encourage everyone to remember how important it is to our local economy to shop in the Imperial Valley.

I want to welcome all of the Chambers’ new members and thank the many Chamber volunteers, committee members, ambas-sadors, board members and staff for all of their dedication to the Chambers programs.

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On Friday, October 2nd the Chamber held its 2nd Annual Air Show Gala Fashion Show & Ladies Night. With over 200 ladies in attendance and nearly

40 models, the event featured fashions from local vendors perfect for the Chamber’s Annual Air Show Gala. Models also showcased casual, cocktail and business attire and accessories perfect for any occasion. Thank you to everyone

who helped in making this event possible and the huge success that it was!

Presenting Sponsors

Tres Chic Sponsor International Farm Services, LLC

Trend Setter Sponsors Ametza, LLC Law Office of Edgard Garcia Law Office of Veronica A. Henderson The Vein Clinic of Imperial Valley

Thank you Sponsors!

Special Thank You to: Air Show Gala Fashion Show Committee & Terri Rogers A’gaci Between Women & Linda Cady Ceci Inzunza & Roberto Saldivar Crazy Horse Clothing D’s Curvy Closet Desert Prosound Entertainment Elizabeth’s Specialties Junior’s Café Naval Air Facility El Centro NY & Co. Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District Styles & Smiles Sparkletts Water The Courtroom Restaurant Valley Vision Care Center Optometry

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Thank you to all that have renewed their membership in August, September and October!

Nicklaus Engineering, Inc. Beach & Son Towing El Centro Police Officers Association Imperial County Imperial Valley Family Care Medical Group APC Shamrock Foods Co. Valley Vision Care Center - Optometry Alford Distributing Claypool Distributing Co. Cramco Inc. DBA Lee Tire Hart Insurance Center, Inc. Kentucky Fried Chicken S & W Investigations Time Warner Cable Digital The Fruth Group Snively, Ed Realty Styles & Smiles Beauty Salon Yeager & Pierson El Toro Export LLC El Centro Elementary School District Farm Credit Services Southwest Gio's Mobile Home Estates Town Center Village, LLC Valley Plaza Shopping Center WomanHaven Inc. dba Center for Family Solutions AM/PM Mini Storage Reliance Public Relations Inc. Soroptimist of El Centro D Walk Appraisals Cancer Resource Center of the Desert, Inc.

EnergySource LLC KVYE/KAJB/KSEH/KMXX McDonald's of El Centro Oswalt, Jean M., CPA The Soco Group Inc. Garcia, Edgard, Law Office of Imperial Stores Headquarters Karina B. Alvarez, CPA Cheryl Von Flue- Life, Education & Business Coach and Consultant El Centro Regional Medical Center First Imperial Credit Union George J. Woo, CPA Prince & Associates Realtors Barcelona Event Center Credit Bureau of Imperial County El Toro Smog Station Horton, Knox, Carter & Foote, LLP. I. V. Direct Insurance Agency Imperial Valley Regional Occupational Program (IVROP) Pinney, Caldwell & Pace Rabobank Royale Palms Mobile Lodge & Storage LLC Sts. Peter & Paul Episcopal Church PR1ME Computers Advanced Eye Care Optometry Brunners Inn & Suites Lenderman & Salorio, Attorneys at Law Rogers & Rogers Nissan, Toyota, Scion, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge

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2015-2016Platinum

San Diego Gas & ElectricImperial Palms Resort at Barbara Worth

GOLDQuechan/Paradise Casino

RabobankSkyline Security

SILVERAlford Distrubiting

City of El CentroWalmart Supercenter

BRONZEBurgers & Beers

CR&R IncorporatedCalifornia Health & Wellness

Community Valley Bank (CVB)First Imperial Credit UnionHutchinson & Bloodgood

Imperial Printers Imperial Valley Family Care Medical Group

Molina HealthcareOcotillo Express LLC

Rogers & Rogers Auto GroupSpectrum Advertising

Sprint Swain & Kennerson an Accountancy Corp.

Tyler Insurance AgencyUnited States Gypsum

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How to Comply

Businesses can comply with the new requirements by taking one or any combination of the following actions, according to CalRecycle, provided that the action is in compliance with local ordinances and requirements:

• Source-separate organic waste from other waste and subscribe to an organic waste recycling service that specifically includes collection and recycling of organic waste.

• Recycle organic waste onsite, or self-haul for organics recycling.

• Subscribe to an organic waste recycling service that includes mixed-waste processing that specifically recycles organic waste.

• Sell or donate the generated organic waste.

More Information

For more information on mandatory commercial organics recycling, visit CalRecycle’s Web page, www.calrecycle.ca.gov/recycle/commercial/organics/ ■

ACA Reporting Requirements Take Effect in 2016

Beginning in 2016, employers subject to the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA’s) employer mandate must comply with reporting requirements concerning the health insurance coverage they offer to employees

The ACA amended the Internal Revenue Code to require that “applicable large employers” (employers with 50 or more full-time and full-time equivalent employees) file information returns with the IRS detailing the coverage that they did or did not offer to full-time employees in the pre-ceding year. These employers also must provide statements to employees about the coverage they were or were not offered.

The IRS will use the information to administer the ACA’s employer man-date, and to determine if employees are eligible for premium tax credits.

Applicable large employers must file their information returns with the IRS on or before February 29, 2016, or by March 31, 2016, if they file the information returns electronically (employers filing more than 250 returns must do so electronically). Applicable large employers must pro-vide the required statements to their employees by February 1, 2016.

Employers can find resources on the reporting process on the IRS’s ACA Information Center for Applicable Large Employers site. ■

HR NEWS

El Centro City Council Candidate Forum

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The author decided not to pursue the bill when an Assembly committee sought an amendment eliminating the requirement to provide a label when the product does not contain flame retardants.

• AB 888 (Bloom; D-Santa Monica) prohibits the sale of personal care products containing plastic microbeads and, in doing so, bans the use of naturally derived or nature identifiable alternatives that pose no risk to the environment or public health. The Gover-nor signed AB 888 into law.

Oil and Gas Development

The CalChamber opposed numerous bills aimed at limiting or shutting down in-state energy development, including several proposals to undermine the state’s Underground Injection Control (UIC) program and impose a de facto moratorium on hydraulic fracturing. Fortunately, none of these proposals made it to the Governor.

CalChamber opposed as a job killer AB 356 (Williams; D-Carpinteria), which could have shut down certain in-state oil production opera-tions by redefining critical components of the UIC program.

These new definitions would have compromised oil production without providing any additional environmental or groundwater protections beyond those already proposed by state regulators.

Other proposals to undermine the UIC program, SB 248 (Pavley; D-Agoura Hills) and SB 454 (Allen; D-Santa Monica), also did not survive the legislative process.

Finally, CalChamber succeeded in stopping job killer AB 1490 (Rendon; D-Lakewood), which would have driven up fuel processing and energy prices by halting all hydraulic fracturing activities after an earthquake of a magnitude 2.0 or higher.

Given the high frequency of such small magnitude earthquakes, this bill amounted to a de facto moratorium on all hydraulic fracturing activities. ■

CalChamber Stops 18 of 19 Job Killer Bills in 2015Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. vetoed the two California Chamber of Commerce-opposed job killer bills on his desk this week. In 2015, CalChamber identified 19 job killer bills and stopped 18 of them from becoming law.

On October 11, the last day for the Governor to act on legislation sent to his desk, the Governor vetoed AB 465 (R. Hernández; D-West Covina), which would have increased litigation, and SB 406 (Jackson; D-Santa Barbara), which would have significantly expanded the California Family Rights Act.

“We appreciate the Governor’s thoughtful approach and attention to the adverse consequences of overly broad legislation,” said Allan Zaremberg, CalChamber president and CEO. “These vetoes will help establish the certainty that California businesses need in managing their workforce and will be a positive factor in promoting California job creation.”

AB 465: Increased Litigation

The CalChamber argued that if signed into law, AB 465 would have worsened the litigation environment and hurt job creation because it precluded mandatory employment arbitration agreements, which is likely pre-empted by the Federal Arbitration Act.

Governor Brown agreed with CalChamber, writing: “California courts have addressed this issue of unfairness by insisting that employment arbitration agreements must include numerous protections to be enforceable, including neutrality of the arbitrator,

adequate discovery, no limitation on damages or remedies, and a written decision that permits some judicial review and limitation on the costs of arbitration.”

On the issue of pre-emption, the Governor wrote that “recent decisions by both the California and United States Supreme Courts have found that state policies which unduly impede arbitration are invalid.”

Expansion of Family Rights Act

SB 406 (Jackson; D–Santa Barbara) was identified as a job killer because the bill would have increased costs and the risk of litigation.

The bill would have created inconsistencies with federal law by expanding the family members for whom leave may be taken, which would have provided a potential 24-week protected leave of absence for employers to administer.

The Governor agreed with CalChamber’s assessment of SB 406, pointing out that the bill “could require employers to provide employees up to 24 weeks of family leave in a 12-month period.”

The Governor continued that he is “open to legislation to allow workers to take leave for additional family members that does not create this anomaly.”

Job Killer Signed

One job killer bill, AB 359 (Gonzalez; D-San Diego), dealing with grocery workers, was sent to the Governor in August and was signed into law. ■

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DIA DE LOS MUER†ѲS FIRST ANNUAL CELEBRATION THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. City of el centro old post office pavilion 230 So. 5th Street PLEASE JOIN US.. IT IS A FREE EVENT The purpose of this event is for developing intercultural understanding of heritage for the community with teachings of the history of DIA DE LOS MUER†ѲS. To honor our ancestors and loved ones. EXPLORE THE MEXICAN CULTURE ALTAR EXHIBIT SUGAR SKULL CONTEST Face PAINTING ART EXHIBIT MUSIC ARTS AND CRAFT S SPEAKER- HISTORY OF DIA DE LOS MUER†ѲS FOOD & PAN DE MUER†Ѳ

For more information please call: 760-540-9056

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NOV 28

SHOW SUPPORT WITH SELFIES ON SMALLBUSINESS SATURDAY®

The El Centro Area Chamber wants people to show support for local businesses with more than a purchase —

that’s why we’ve organized a selfie event on Small Business Saturday. This year, we’re bringing the idea to our

neighborhood with a #ShopSmall Selfie event, and we want your business to be a part of it.

HERE’S HOW YOU CAN JOIN IN

* Think of a unique selfie for people to take at your business on Small Business Saturday. Have some fun with your

ideas — try anything from getting your entire staff in a picture to showcasing an item your business is known for.

You can also write the name of your business on a “I #ShopSmall at…” sign (available from the Chamber) and ask

people to include it in their photos.

* Fill in a poster (available from the Chamber) with your social media information (e.g., Facebook, Twitter,

Instagram). Hang the poster to remind people to tag your business in their selfies on Small Business

Saturday.

* We’ll can also provide you with a table tent card. Place it next to your register as another way to remind

shoppers about the event.

JOIN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD’S # SHOPSMALL SELFIE E VENT TO HELP CELEBRATE

SMALL BUSINESS SAT URDAY.

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El Dorado Printing Ribbon Cutting Star Award Presentation, Direct Auto Honda

Rocket Copy's Business Hero Award Burn Institute Mixer, Randy Taylor, Steve Benton, Victor Platero and Victor Nava

Burn Institute Mixer with Payless Auto Crew Air Show Gala Fashion Show, NAFEC Sailors

Air Show Gala Fashion Show Guests Air Show Gala Fashion Show Survivors

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News & EventsParade applications now available: El Centro Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau/70th Annual Christmas Parade - Now is the time to consider promoting your business by participating in this year's parade to be held Saturday, December 6th. The Theme of this year's parade is "Believe in the Magic." The Early Bird rate of $20 ends October 30, 2015. The regular rate of $35 will be accepted from November 1 to November 25. DEADLINE IS Wednesday, November 25, 2015. For more information contact the El Centro Chamber at (760) 352-3681.

October 29Dia De Los Muertos First Annual Celebration - The purpose of this event is for developing intercultural understanding of heritage for the community with teachings of the history of DIA DE LOS MUER†OS to honor our ancestors and loved ones. Event takes place at the Old Post O�ce Pavilion, 230 S. 5th St, El Centro from 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. For more information call: (760)540-9056.

October 30Remember My Name - Remembering Those Who Lost Their Lives to Domestic Violence - Join us for this day of remembrance in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, in memory of those who have died because of domestic violence, honoring those who have survived, and celebrating those who work to end the violence in Imperial County. Draw Down dinner & Silent Auction will take place at Ricochet's Silver Eagle Room at 450 West Aten Road, Imperial. The cost is $50 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets please contact Kathy at (760) 455-0079.

November 7-142015 Brawley Cattle Call - Chili Cook o�- Nov. 7th; Cattle Call Farmers Market & Family Fun Day – Nov. 8th ;Kick O� Mixer-Nov. 9th; Mariachi Night- Nov. 11th; Parade takes place on November 14 starting at Western Ave. and Main St. For more information contact the Brawley Chamber of Commerce at (760) 344-3160.

November 13Imperial Valley College Annual Golf Tournament

November 18National Philanthropy Day - Imperial Valley's 2015 National Philanthropy Day lunch celebration is taking place Wednesday, Nov. 18th from 11:30am-1:30pm at the Old Eucalyptus Schoolhouse in El Centro, CA. Please join us as we celebrate and give thanks for the wonderful volunteers, donors, and organizations that make the Imperial Valley such a great place to live. For more information or questions, please contact Bobby Brock, IVCF President/CEO at (760) 336-0055 or email bobby@ivcommunityfoundation.org.

November 19El Centro Chamber Monthly Mixer - El Centro Chamber’s November Mixer will be held, Thursday, November 19 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. This month’s mixer is being sponsored by Community Valley Bank (CVB) located at 1443 W. Main St., El Centro. All El Centro Chamber members are encouraged to attend.

November 2111th Annual Westmorland Honey Festival – takes place from 7am to 2:30pm at the Westmorland City Park & Youth Center. Event to include; Pancake Breakfast - 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. ($7.00), Mini Parade - 8:30 a.m., Stilt & Fire Performers, Princess Leia & Olaf 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Vendor & Educational Booths. For more information or to participate please call (760)344-3411.

November 21Abate Local 38 Annual Turkey Run – Takes place at the El Centro Walmart’s Parking Lot with registration from 8:30am to 10am. For more information contact Ed at (760) 554-8843.

November 26-27Thanks Giving Holiday - Chamber o�ce Closed

December 4Seasonal Tree & Street Fair – 11th & Main Street, El Centro from 5-10pm. What a great opportunity for our community to come together to participate in traditional celebrations of the season! For more information contact the City of El Centro Parks & Recreation at (760)337-4555.

December 4NAF El Centro Christmas Parade– This parade is open to the local community and all are invited to join in. Would you like to have a �oat in the parade? For more information email NAFECPAO@gmail.com

December 570th Annual El Centro Christmas Parade - Join the El Centro Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the Christmas Spirit with the Annual Christmas Parade. This parade boasts more than 100 entries that include marching bands, school dance & drill teams, equestrian teams and various Christmas themed �oats from local residents and businesses. The Theme of this year's parade is “Believe in the Magic.” The Early Bird rate of $20 ends October 30, 2015. The regular rate of $35 will be accepted from November 1 to November 25. DEADLINE IS Wednesday, November 25, 2015. For more information contact the El Centro Chamber at (760) 352-3681.

December 11Imperial Chamber Parade of Lights – Imperial Chamber of Commerce (760) 355-1609.

December 12Imperial Chamber Christmas in a Small Town –Come and enjoy great food, live music and do some Christmas Shopping! You are guaranteed to �nd that one-of-a-kind gift for everyone on your list. Don't forget photos with the one and only SANTA CLAUS! For more information contact the Imperial Chamber of Commerce (760) 355-1609.

December 12Calexico Chamber Annual Christmas Parade – Calexico Chamber of Commerce (760) 357-1166.

December 17El Centro Chamber Monthly Mixer - The El Centro Chamber's December Mixer will be held Thursday, December 17 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. This month's mixer is being sponsored by Karina B. Alvarez, CPA. located at 450 W. Main Street, El Centro. All El Centro Chamber members are encouraged to attend.

December 25El Centro Chamber o�ce closed

January 14Business Showcase 2016 - The Imperial Valley Joint Chambers of Commerce is proud to sponsor the 18th annual "Business Showcase 2016" from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. January 14 in the Preble building at the Imperial Valley Expo in Imperial. We are looking forward to another exciting Showcase and we want to invite you to be a sponsor of this annual event. If you have any questions regarding Sponsorship, or booth space reservations please contact Attorney's Bookkeeping Service at (760) 352-7164.

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Welcome New MembersComputer Service, Surveillance SystemsPR1ME ComputersOscar Canizales732 W. State StreetEl Centro, CA 92243760-618-1014

Insurance & Financial ServicesBelellano Insurance ServicesOctavio Gonzales395 Broadway, Ste. 11El Centro, CA 92243760-370-3090www.belellanoinsurance.com

Landscape & Supplies/NurseryAdvance Service Inc.Alberto Gradillas 255 5th StreetCalexico, CA 92231760-353-9758www.advanceserviceinc.com

Professional ServicesUpSpaceBrooks Hamby955 North Imperial AvenueEl Centro, CA 92243760-550-3387http://upspace.us

Real EstateCentury 21 Neighborhood AgentsDrew Willams422 N. Imperial AvenueEl Centro, CA 92243760-482-5812http://neighborhoodagents.c21.com

Attorneys & Related ServicesWilliams & Singh, LLPDrew William422 N. Imperial AvenuEl Centro, CA 92243760-994-4992Fax 760-589-1006www.williamsandsingh.com

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