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More Environmental Litigation Likely If Pending Senate, Assembly Bills Pass

AB 953 (Ammiano; D-San Francisco) invites more litigation over CEQA projects by overturning a line of court decisions,

Posted on 5/10/2013

NLRB Union Poster Rule Struck Down

A three-judge panel for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia said the NLRB violated employers’ free speech rights

Posted on 5/8/2013

CDFW Seeks Public Comment and Data

Regarding Clear Lake Hitch by 5pm on June 14, 2013.

Posted on 4/24/2013

CLEANEST COUNTY IN THE NATION!

Lake County has complied with rigorous Californai standards for 23 consecutive years. No other Air District in California can match that record.

Posted on 4/24/2013

St. Helena Clear Lake Hospital and Sutter Lakeside Hospital Create Fundraising Partnership

Sutter Lakeside Hospital and St. Helena Clear Lake Hospital announce the creation of the Lake County Cares Campaign, a fundraising partnership that will support healthcare in Lake County.

Posted on 4/22/2013

Earth Day Clean-up Around Lake County Set

April 27th has been set as the day for Lake County Cleanup. The cities of Clearlake & Lakeport along with Middletown and Lakeside County Park will take part in the cleanup.

Posted on 4/16/2013

HOT ISSUES FOR WEEK OF APRIL 15, 2013

Business Legislation and Regulations:Environmental Regulations; Economic Development Barriers

Posted on 4/12/2013

California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard - Impact on Lake County.

If you've been hoping there is an end in sight to California's tidal waves of increasing trucking regulations, unfortunately, the tsunami has yet to strike...

Posted on 3/29/2013

Clear Lake Bass Tournament Results Are In

The team of Mike Knaisch of Petaluma and Brian Bailey of Nice won the 26th Annual Clear Lake Team Bass Tournament held over the weekend. The tournament drew 117 teams.

Posted on 3/28/2013

Call for YCCD Measure J Bond Program Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Members

The Governing Board of the Yuba Community College District is seeking qualified, interested individuals to serve on a committee of community leaders which will serve as the independent Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) for the District’s Measure J Bond Program.

Posted on 3/27/2013

Senate Budget Subcommittee Votes to Increase Employer Assessments

A Senate budget subcommittee yesterday agreed to changes in the state Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) budget that will unfairly increase employer assessments

Posted on 3/8/2013

Comments Sought on State Route 29 Transportation Project

Residents, employees, businesses and others with an interest in potential improvements on and near State Route 29 in Lake County

Posted on 3/4/2013

Workforce-Lake Offers 2 Job Fairs

Workforce-Lake and their associates, have partnered together in hosting a JobFair. They are inviting local business to participate.

Posted on 2/28/2013

U.S. Requires Poster Change for Employers of 50 or More

Employers with 50 or more employees are required to display an updated federal family leave poster starting March 8.

Posted on 2/19/2013

FRANCHISE TAX BOARD TAKES BACK Small Business Dollars

About 2,000 small business owners and investors across California

Posted on 2/1/2013

Tours Of Mendocino College Lake Center Offered

The new campus of Mendocino College located at 2565 Parallel Drive, is now open and offering tours.

Posted on 2/1/2013

Preparing Your Business For A Disaster

Christina DeWeese of Lincoln-Leavitt Insurance Agency is pleased to provide the Winter 2013 Commercial Insurance Connection. This edition includes articles on preparing your business for disaster and post-disaster business recovery.

Posted on 1/16/2013

Class To Address Ag, Dairy, Winery Energy Use Planned

Lake County Energy Watch, in partnership with the PG&E Energy Training Center to host class on "Integrated Energy Management for Dairy, Winery & Other Ag Facilities, February 12, 2013

Posted on 1/8/2013

Wintertime Conditions-What to Do & Resources

During winter months we have the possibilty for downed lines, loss of power, and flooding. Here's a list of do's & don'ts.

Posted on 12/3/2012

Results of CalChamber's Recommendations Props 37,38,39,40

The CalChamber is pleased to announce the results of Prop 37, 38 & 39 & 40.

Posted on 11/13/2012

Veteran’s Repair Award from Habitat for Humanity-Lake County

Habitat For Humanity receives grant to refurbish Veteran's homes.

Posted on 10/10/2012

GOVERNOR BROWN SIGNS REGISTRATION LAW

Revenue from the fee would be used to support quagga/zebra mussel prevention programs

Posted on 9/24/2012

Calpine Corporation Visitor Center Now Open

Calpine Corporation's newly remodeled visitor center in Middletown is open to the public Wednesday through Saturday, 11am to 5pm.

Posted on 8/27/2012

PROCLAMATION SUSPENDING BURNING PERMITS

Due to the menace of wildfires and their potential to destroy life, property, and natural resources, as well as predicted fire weather

Posted on 8/15/2012

Small-business owners remain optimistic,

“There are many factors weighing heavily on the regional economy, such as the presidential election, a year-end fiscal crisis and a weak global outlook,”

Posted on 8/1/2012

AMIA Receives Grant to Repair Boardwalk

The Anderson Marsh Interpretive Association (AMIA) has received a $5,820 grant from the California State Parks Foundation (CSPF) to keep the Cache Creek Nature Trail boardwalk at Anderson Marsh State Historic Park accessible and in good repair.

Posted on 7/27/2012

HELP AAA SAVE CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS

Get a Free AAA Insurance Quote, Help Keep State Parks Open.Seventy of California's 279 parks have been slated for long-term closure due to budget cuts.

Posted on 7/23/2012

The 2nd Annual "Feed The Need"

Lakeport Grocerty Outlet is joining forces with Redwood Children's Services in their company wide event called, "Independence From Hunger".

Posted on 7/16/2012

'Job Killer’ Bill Inflating Litigation, Insurance Costs Awaits Assembly Action

A California Chamber of Commerce-opposed “job killer” bill that once finalized is expected to inflate litigation and insurance costs will be awaiting Assembly action when legislators return from their summer recess.

Posted on 7/13/2012

FIREWORKS SCHEDULE AROUND LAKE COUNTY

Clearlake starts off fireworks June 30th at dusk. Other community fireworks are:

Posted on 6/27/2012

2nd Summertime Tourism Networking Workshop June 28th

You Are Invited to Attend the 2nd "Don't Miss" event the the Summertime Tourism Networking Series.

Posted on 6/25/2012

Lake County Chamber Announces "Kids Corner" Calender

Now you can post events for kids on the Chamber Calendar. An easy way for kids groups to get the

Posted on 6/19/2012

ADA Does Not Protect Medical Marijuana Use

“We hold that doctor-recommended marijuana use permitted by state law, but prohibited by federal law....

Posted on 6/15/2012

Marymount College in Lake County

College campus to be located within Lucerne Hotel

Posted on 6/13/2012

Lake County Chamber Offers Half Off Memberships

?HALF PRICE CHAMBER MEMBERSHIPS? Discover how you can take advantage of a half-price Chamber Membership

Posted on 6/12/2012

Assembly OKs Job Creator Bikeways Bill

promotes tourism by exempting bikeways from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process.

Posted on 5/31/2012

Lake County Chamber Memorial Parade Results for 2012

The Memorial Day Parade results are as follows: People Services won Grand Sweepstakes, Theme Award Best of Division. For complete results see full list below.

Posted on 5/29/2012

It's A Wonderful Time To Spend Time In Lake County...

With 265 days of clear skies, there really isn’t a bad time of year to head to Lake County, a beautiful, little known area known for its wineries, Clear Lake, Mt. Konocti and only it is only about a two-hour drive from San Francisco.

Posted on 5/23/2012

Stars of Lake County 2012 Recipients Are

The beautiful banquet room at PSI Seminars in was the venue for the 15th year of Stars of Lake County. The recipients were as follows:

Posted on 5/7/2012

Supreme Court Issues Decision on Meal/Rest Periods

(April 13, 2012) Employers have finally received some much-needed clarity..........

Posted on 4/13/2012

PRELIMINARY APPROVAL GIVEN TO AMIA PROPOSAL TO OPERATE ANDERSON MARSH STATE PARK

The Anderson Marsh Interpretive Association (AMIA) proposal to take over the operation of the Park has now received preliminary approval from the Parks Department headquarters in Sacramento.

Posted on 4/5/2012

Stars of Lake County Nomination Deadline April 13, 2012

Nomination forms are available at the Lake County Chamber office, 875 Lakeport Blvd., Lakeport or

Posted on 3/29/2012

Local Organizations and Businesses Invited to Participate in Annual Earth Day Celebration

Calpine will host the annual community Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 14th at the Calpine Visitors Center in Middletown.

Posted on 3/28/2012

Businesses at Risk for Lawsuits

AB 1450 prohibits employers from considering an applicant’s current “employment status” .......

Posted on 3/22/2012

Results of the Clear Lake Bass Tournament Held March 17 & 18

Clear Lake Bass Tournament Results are for the 1st thru 22.

Posted on 3/19/2012

California Employer UI Taxes Set for Steady Annual Increases

California’s outstanding loan balance of more than $10.2 billion is close to triple......

Posted on 3/12/2012

Deadline Approaching to Claim Small Business Health Care Tax Credit

As the March 15 corporate tax filing deadline approaches,

Posted on 3/7/2012

Recordkeeping 101 Live Webinar March 15th 10am-11:30am

CalChamber, offers a Webinar to help employers understand the records they must keep.

Posted on 2/27/2012

Tax Relief For Homeowners?

Recently, the Franchise Tax Board introduced a campaign to make income tax filings and deductions more complicated

Posted on 1/27/2012

Counterfit $100 Circulating in Lake County

It has come to our attention that a very realisitc counterfit $100 bill is circulating in Lake County.

Posted on 1/19/2012

CalChamber: Draft ‘Green Chemistry’ Rules Still Unworkable,

In comments to the state Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC),

Posted on 1/17/2012

Yet Another Scam!

We have learned from our members in the Fine Arts Community that there is another scam circulating.

Posted on 1/6/2012

American Airlines Reports Fraudulent Emails Confirming Flights

American Airlines and now Verizon reports that they NEVER send executable files as attachments. See full article with sample of fraudulent email.

Posted on 12/5/2011

Winter Internship and Career Fair at UC Davis

Winter Internship and Career Fair Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. ARC Pavilion, University of California, Davis

Posted on 12/2/2011

24th Annual Holiday Lighted Parade Viewed By Several Hundred

The 24th Annyal Holiday Parade on November 26th was well attended as part of a Very Merry Main Street in Lakeport.

Posted on 11/30/2011

California State Pensions

Two potential initiatives filed with the attorney general’s office Wednesday November 2, 2011.

Posted on 11/3/2011

‘Job Killer’ Tag More Important Than Ever

Legislators don't want to be accused of “not being on the side of jobs and the economy.”

Posted on 10/13/2011

Governor Brown’s signature on SB 617

Regulatory overreach is often cited as a reason California is perceived as being hostile to business. Economic growth and prosperity depend on a predictable and rational regulatory climate.

Posted on 10/7/2011

Mt. Konocti's Wright Peak Trail Now Open

We are pleased to announce that Mt. Konocti has opened to the public beginning Saturday Sept 24th!

Posted on 10/6/2011

Mendocino College-Lake Center Ground Breaking Set

Ceremony on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. College staff, call 467-4018 for more information.......

Posted on 9/23/2011

'Job Killer' Bills Awaiting Action by Governor

September 12, 2011 In the closing days of the legislative session, four California Chamber of Commerce-opposed “job killer” bills passed the Legislature. One “job killer” passed the Legislature in late June and was vetoed by the Governor just a few days later. The following bills await action by Governor Edmund G. Brown

Posted on 9/12/2011

Workers’ Comp Victory for Employers

California employers and insurers scored a victory

Posted on 9/9/2011

Cost Saving Workers' Comp Bills Await Senate Action

Two CA Chamber of Commerce supported bills that will help lower workers' compensation costs await action in the Senate. AB 378 lowers pharmaceutical costs & AB 335 lowers frictional costs in the workers' compensation system.

Posted on 9/2/2011

QUAGGA MUSSEL THREAT STATE WIDE STATE OF EMERGENCY

At the reccommendation of the Clear Lake Advisory Committee on August 9th, the Lake County Board of Supervisors passed a Resolution requesting that Governor Brown declare a California State of Emergency.

Posted on 9/2/2011

ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN LAKE COUNTY

Energy efficiency benefits everyone both in the short and long term in both costs and Environmental benefits. Lake County Energy Watch,

Posted on 7/26/2011

Sales Tax Requirements for Non-Profits & Exempt Organizations from Betty T. Yee of State Board of Equalization

"Sales and Use Tax Requirements for Nonprofit and Exempt Charitable Organizations” has recently been updated with additional information including:

Posted on 7/22/2011

County Officials Work To Help Minimize Clear Lake's Seasonal Algae Bloom

LAKE COUNTY, CA — Lake County officials moved into action last week at the early signs of a seasonal algae bloom, which emerged in recent days on Clear Lake, in limited areas such as Redbud, Austin, and Highlands parks in the City of Clearlake and

Posted on 7/15/2011

Lake County Food Guide Now Available at the Lake County Chamber

Pick up your copy of the Lake County Food Guide.

Posted on 7/13/2011

Statewide Sales and Use Tax Rate Decreases by 1% on July 1st

The statewide base sales and use tax rate decreased from 8.25 percent to 7.25 percent on July 1, 2011.

Posted on 7/1/2011

RECREATIONAL AREAS FREE OF AQUATIC WEEDS

The County's more proactive approach to controlling aquatic weeds will create specific recreational areas

Posted on 6/30/2011

Discussion Proposed on District Boundaries

The Supervisorial Redistricting Advisory Committee invites members of the public to attend one or more of the meetings listed in this article.

Posted on 6/21/2011

What is Shop,Stay & Play?

Have you wondered what Shop, Stay & Play was all about? If you missed the workshop, please read on to find out more.

Posted on 6/20/2011

Lakeport Police Officers Association Announces Benefit

A benefit carwash will be held for Lake County Sheriff's officer Brian Kenner & his family on Saturday, June 25th from 10am to 2pm, Umpqua Bank parking lot on 11th St. in Lakeport. Brian

Posted on 6/7/2011

LAKE COUNTY SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION SET FOR MAY 20

The public is invited to attend a celebration of Lake County’s 150-year anniversary

Posted on 5/13/2011

In support of the LC 150 effort

KEELING-BARNES FAMILY FOUNDATION PRESENTS CHALLENGE AWARD TO COMMUNITY

Posted on 5/13/2011

Job Fair Planned By LAKE ONE-STOP

Attention Lake County Employers. If you are considering hiring employees, sign up with Lake One Stop for the May 20, 2011 Job Fair.

Posted on 5/4/2011

Governor Signs CalChamber-Supported Bill Removing State Tax on Health Care

removing the state tax on health care coverage for adult children.

Posted on 4/8/2011

All CA Food Handlers Must Carry Food Handler Card

The California Food Handler Card law went into effect Jan. 1, with a compliance deadline of July 1

Posted on 3/18/2011

Keep Redevelopment Funds in Lake County!

Please sign a petition telling the state legislature that you want the state to honor Proposition 22, passed last November, which rejects state budget raids of local redevelopment funds.

Posted on 3/9/2011

North Coast Tourism Council Annual Workshop March 22, 2011CANCELLED

The North Coast Tourism Council (NCTC) has created a wonderful opportunity for you to discover vibrant market segments. Cancelled!

Posted on 3/8/2011

URGENT: ~ DO YOU ISSUE 1099'S EACH YEAR?

Congress has expanded the IRS Form 1099 reporting requirements to include private citizens who own rental property.

Posted on 2/28/2011

Failure to Provide Meal and Rest Period Equals Two Violations

In a February 16 decision, the 2nd District Court of Appeal found

Posted on 2/23/2011

Tax Relief Bill

President Obama Signs Tax Relief Bill With 2% Employee Social Security Tax

Posted on 12/27/2010

TAX BILL HELPS FAMILY FARMERS AND RANCHERS

The estate tax forces farming families to take extensive and expensive actions

Posted on 12/17/2010

The Lake County Quilt Trail Phase I Complete

KELSEYVILLE – Phase I Maps are now available for downloading.

Posted on 12/13/2010