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  • San Dimas Chamber Upcoming Events
  • NEW! ~ San Dimas Chamber Member & Shop Local Section
  • COVID-19 Information & Business Resources & Upcoming Webinars

Reminder: The Chamber office is open during regular business hours but is limiting walk-in traffic. To ensure timely service please, call ahead and schedule an appointment. The San Dimas Chamber staff can be reached at (909) 592-3818 or by email at info@sandimaschamber.com.

This Week's Chamber Event

Tomorrow! ~ June Coffee Hour at Starbucks on Arrow Hwy
Tue., June 8, 2021 at 9 a.m.

Join us on Facebook Live or in person for this Coffee Hour event taking place at Starbucks in San Dimas on Arrow Hwy! 

Next Week's Chamber Events

Mid-Year Small Business Finance & Compliance Updates
Wed., June 16, 2021 at 10 a.m. 

In partnership with the San Dimas Chamber of Commerce, top-rated payroll & HR provider Southland Data Processing and FuturePlan, the Nation's largest Third Party Administrator (TPA), are bringing you a can't-miss Mid-Year Small Business Finance & Compliance Update.

Calsavers expert Nate DeLong from FuturePlan will begin with an overview of the Calsavers program: California's new mandated retirement savings plan for employers with 5+ employees. He'll dive into requirements, deadlines, and alternatives for employers with 5-49 employees, as well as those with 50+ employees.

Then, Southland Data Processing's Michael Reis will cover financial resources small businesses can take advantage of such as Employee Retention Credits (ERC) and the SBA's Restaurant Revitalization Fund. In addition to an overview of these programs, he'll provide actionable insights to determine your eligibility and start claiming this funding today.

Designed to answer the most common questions and concerns we've been hearing about these topics from other small businesses in our community, we hope to see you at the webinar!

Can't make it live? Still register to receive a recording after the event!
Click Here to Register

June After Hours Mixer 
At Amber Skin Care Boutique
Thursday, June 17, 2021 at 5 p.m. 

Join us for our first in-person Mixer on Thursday, June 17 at 5:00 p.m. Join us for our first in-person After Hours Mixer! Amber Adams from Amber Skin Care Boutique will be kicking off the summer with music, food, and good times! Make sure to swing by. The event is FREE and open to the public. 
Click Here to RSVP

Teacher of the Year 2021

Program and Event Recording

If you were not able to watch the live Teacher of the Year presentation on
Wed., May 26, 2021, click below to view the full recording and digital program!
Click Here to View the Program
Click Here to View the Recorded Presentation

NEW! ~ San Dimas Chamber Members Section

The San Dimas Members Section has a new look and location!
Click above to view the latest on our members!
To be included in this section please email info@sandimaschamber.com

June Member Spotlight 
Diana Veloz Broker House Real Estate

DIANA VELOZ BROKER HOUSE REAL ESTATE

1.    Describe your Business:
Diana Veloz and the Broker House Real Estate team are specialists in residential sales, acquisitions and investments of real property in Southern Ca. and specifically the San Gabriel Valley Communities.

2. What makes your business unique?
The Broker House real estate team provides extraordinary benefits to their clients by offering more than just buying or selling their next home.  With over 23 years experience, Diana Veloz, broker/owner has extended her education and training as a Certified Negotiator, Senior Residential Specialist, Certified Probate Specialist and Pricing Strategist.  

3. What do customers/clients say about your business?
The moment we met Diana, we knew she was a top notch professional.  She cared enough to instantly take our interests and dreams and made them her own.  We can’t say enough about her passion, honestly, efficiency and how she gets it all done with style and grace.  We are forever grateful.  ~  Bill & Lisa Wood
Before I retired last year, I was a partner in a real estate investment group.  I worked in a room full of Realtors and not one of them could have held a candle to Diana Veloz. She isn’t just the best Realtor I’ve ever worked with, she is the best business person.  She is professional, personable, innovative and a wonderful communicator.  My single regret is that I don’t have more properties to give her to sell!  ~  Dennis Duling

4. Why did you join the San Dimas Chamber of Commerce
I believe it’s important to love where you live and the San Dimas Chamber of Commerce is the organization that helps keep me informed about what going on in my city.  It offers avenues to be of service and to celebrate local business and community events.  It’s an organization that brings people together and since that is what I like and enjoy, it’s a natural fit.  

City of San Dimas and Community News

Foothill Gold Line - Walnut Ave. at Railroad Crossing Full Street Closure

Funding Relief Options and Resources for Your Business

City of San Dimas
San Dimas Homeless Prevention & Diversion Grant Program

The City of San Dimas in partnership with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments, County of Los Angeles and the State of California for the purposes of administering Measure H funds to combat homelessness was awarded funds to help implement elements of our Homeless Plan.  Our Homelessness Plan includes action items that focus on homeless prevention for our residents.  These funds will offer opportunities to preserve housing affordability and shelter for those that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.  The funds will also assist our residents with their utility payments and grocery cards to meet their basic needs.  This emergency financial assistance is designed to provide services to individuals and families at risk of homelessness.

Applicants will be required to provide documentation of their hardship and meet the criteria listed in the application.  Applicants must agree to participate in the program by signing a participation and consent form, take part in a problem-solving interview, provide income verification, provide consent to participate in a follow-up interview with City staff or designee.  This program is time-limited and can be used for Rental Assistance, Utility payments and Groceries. If funding is fully expended, eligible applicants will be placed on a waitlist and notified if additional funding becomes available.

Participants must live within the City of San Dimas and have a maximum household income at or below 80% of the area median income (AMI) for Los Angeles County. Please contact Ann Garcia at (909) 394-6282 or by email at agarcia@sandimasca.gov with any questions regarding the program.

City of San Dimas City Council Meeting 

San Dimas City Council Meeting - May 25, 2021

Click here for upcoming City Council meeting information

Business Resources, COVID-19 Information, & Events

Los Angeles County COVID-19 Emergency Operations Center
What to Expect on June 15, This Week's Vaccination Sweepstakes and
The Risk is Still Real

What to Expect on June 15, This Week's Vaccination Sweepstakes and The Risk is Still Real

A daily collection of up-to-date content you can use to keep your community informed. Please copy, paste, download and share:

What to Expect on June 15


                      June 15 Reopening Changes

Public Hearings on Los Angeles County Redistricting

Click below to view information regarding upcoming Public Hearings on Los Angeles County Redistricting. The Public Hearing for the San Gabriel Valley zone will take place on August 11th at 7 pm. There will also be a Countywide Spanish Speaking one on August 7th at 10:00 am. For more information please visit the LA County Redistricting page at:

Click here to for more information   

SCORE
Upcoming Business Webinars

Upcoming Webinars To Grow Your Business
 
LinkedIn Marketing
Tactics for Your Business
June 9th | 10:30am-12:30pm
ONLINE

The purpose of this business-first platform is Growing and Maintaining Your Network. LinkedIn helps you grow and maintain your professional network and is a fantastic tool for reaching professionals. It’s a helpful way to remain in touch with your professional colleagues or even friends. LinkedIn isn’t just a networking site or job search site (although it’s great for both). It is a database of professionals.

It’s also a great way to gather information. You’ll be better informed about what’s going on in your industry and the industry of your ideal, favorite and most profitable clients.
REGISTER
 
Marketing Plan 101:
Create Your Roadmap to Success
June 9th | 1pm-3pm
ONLINE

Are you overwhelmed by all the choices for marketing your business? Not sure where your time and money would be well spent? Are you just following what everyone else is doing and hope it works for you too? If this is you...then it sounds like you may need a marketing plan! Without a plan in place, you could potentially waste thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours trying to grow your business.
REGISTER
How to Attract and
Sustain Your Business
June 10th | 10:30am-12pm
ONLINE

In uncertain times, business owners have to get creative about attracting and keeping customers. But many don’t know how to secure their business to continue through economic ups and downs.

How to Attract Customers and Sustain Your Business will teach you how to evaluate your business model, marketing and operations so you can identify opportunities to attract and keep customers. You’ll learn how to establish a business management strategy for growth and sustainability.
REGISTER
 
Starting a Business:
What You Need to Know
June 10th | 2pm-4pm
ONLINE

Starting a Business: What You Need to Know cuts through the confusion and chaos of what you need to do and think about to start a business.

In just 2 hours, you will gain a clear understanding of all the legal requirements for a start-up business, as well as actions that are simply smart to do. Some of the key topics covered include naming your business, licenses and taxes, insurance, financing sources, elements of a business plan, and marketing considerations. You’ll also hear how SCORE can help you succeed in your new venture.
REGISTER
Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.

Los Angeles County Consumer & Business Affairs Upcoming Webinars

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Webinar: Worker Protections & Resources

Worker protections and financial navigators webinar

Join our webinar on Tuesday, June 8 at 3 pm to learn about wage ordinances to protect workers including anti-retaliation, LA County's Minimum Wage and Hero Pay Ordinances, and the new Employee Paid Leave for Expanded COVID-19 Vaccine Access Ordinance.


We'll also cover additional resources like our Financial Navigators Program to help you deal with your financial concerns. 

RSVP Today!


University of La Verne SBDC Upcoming Events

Upcoming L.A. SBDC Network Webinars
 
Financing Your Business - Webinar
About this webinar:
This class will teach you what you need to know to apply for a business loan. Topics include: What documents and paperwork you will need to use for the application process from major banks, which banks are currently loaning money and what you will need to qualify, why a business may need financing, sources of credit, and what you should know about credit.
DATE: June 9, 2021
TIME: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
COST: FREE
LOCATION: Online
Taking Charge of Your Career through Franchise & Business Ownership - Webinar
About this webinar:
Are you looking to get into business ownership but don’t know where to start? Discover what type of business could leverage your professional acumen and have a team to support you build a successful company. During our webinar learn what type of businesses excelled through Covid and are Recession Resistant. 
Additional topics we will be covering: 
  • Buying into a Franchise & Running your New Business 
  • The Surprisingly low upfront cost 
  • The different types of Franchise Models 
  • Whether franchising is a good fit for you 
  • Misconceptions about franchising 
  • Building Retirement Income 
  • Creating a Semi-Absentee business (10-15 hours a week) 
DATE: June 9, 2021
TIME: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
COST: FREE
LOCATION: Online
How Basics of Search Engine Optimization
About this webinar:
Are you looking to get more traffic to your website from Google search? Curious how to measure the effectiveness of your SEO activity? Join us for a seminar on the two main types of SEO and which can have the biggest impact on your search rankings. We will provide vital techniques that any small business can use to attract more visitors, drive more leads, and ultimately drive sales. We’ll help you find valuable keywords, optimize your website for Google, and improve your backlink profile. These techniques can be used both for local businesses and e-commerce businesses alike.
In this seminar:
  • What is SEO?
  • On-page vs. off-page SEO
  • The importance of rankings
  • How to identify profitable keywords
  • The difference between local and national SEO
  • Link-building techniques
  • Free must-have SEO tools 
DATE: June 24, 2021
TIME: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
COST: FREE
LOCATION: Online
For more webinars visit: https://smallbizla.org/workshops/

COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan

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Eligible small businesses, nonprofits, sole proprietors and independent contractors can still apply for a COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan. Learn more about EIDL, the Targeted EIDL Advance and Supplemental Targeted Advance.

Learn more

2021 Small Business Grant Application

UPS + United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Deadline to Apply: June 11, 2021
UPS is committed to keeping Latinx-Owned small businesses moving forward. Covid-19 has impacted small businesses across the board and minority small business community has been especially hard hit. 
Grant Criteria: 
- The applicant must be a small business with less than 20 full-time employees. 
- The applicant must be a majority Hispanic-owned business with an active EIN or ITIN number.
- The business must have been in operation for at least 9 months from the date that you complete this form.
- The business registered main address must be located in the U.S. states or territories. 
- Typical grant amounts will be $5,000 per business that is selected. 
If you have any technical difficulties filling out this grant application, please contact Brianna Dimas at bdimas@ushcc.com. 
PepsiCo Foundation Hispanic Business Program
Allies for Community Business
Deadline to Apply: June 25, 2021
To celebrate the Hispanic community and ensure that the businesses that play a fundamental role in shaping our society continue to thrive and grow, The PepsiCo Foundation is launching  a new program to aid Hispanic-owned small food & beverage businesses. The PepsiCo Foundation is working with Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) partners Allies for Community Business, Accion Opportunity Fund, Ascendus, DreamSpring, and LiftFund to administer the program.
The program also includes free business coaching in English and Spanish for 500 Hispanic-owned food and beverage businesses. The program is designed to help business owners at every level retain employees and construct long-term business plans to support their economic recovery and set them on the path to generational wealth.
Click Here to Learn More + Apply

Jane Walker First Women Grant Program 

IFundWomen
As part of the First Women campaign, Jane Walker and IFundWomen have teamed up to help create more opportunities for women to achieve their goals. Jane Walker will be funding a total of 30 groundbreaking women-owned businesses through the end of the year. Businesses will be selected across the Entertainment & Film, Music, Sports, STEM, Journalism and Hospitality industries to receive a $10K grant plus a one-year Annual Coaching Membership on IFundWomen.
Click Here to Learn More

TMC Community Capital COVID-19 Recovery Loan Program

COVID-19 Recovery Loan Program
TMC Community Capital
The loans are flexible, transparent and are designed to help businesses access the capital and advisory services they need to get through these challenging economic times. Please note, this program is not associated with the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) or any other SBA program. The loans are not forgivable in part or whole. The loans will need to be paid back over a 2- to 5-year term with a fixed annual interest rate. Proceeds can be used for working capital, inventory, marketing, refitting for new social distancing guidelines, operating and emergency maintenance, property taxes, utilities, rent, supplies, and other appropriate business purposes.

City of Los Angeles Business Source
 Upcoming Business Educational Programs

Southland Data Processing
CalSavers Deadline Webinar 

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Calsavers Deadline

Under California Senate Bill 1234, all CA employers with 5+ employees are required to either offer a qualified retirement plan or give employees access to the CalSavers program by the following deadlines:

  • 100+ employees: September 30, 2020. (Already passed)
  • 50+ employees: June 30, 2021.
  • 5+ employees: June 30, 2022.

We've put together a complimentary webinar on May 11 covering everything you need to know about this requirement including who is impacted, requirements for employers, deadlines, pros/cons, and a Q&A with Calsavers expert Nate Delong.

Register Now

More questions on Calsavers? Check out the resources below:

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Complimentary Webinars

Who's ready for more SDP Connect Workshops?! Whether you've been using SDP Connect for years or just a few weeks, we want to make sure you're set up for success.

Join us on the last Friday of each month as we take 30 minutes to dive into a different topic and cover how-to's, tips & tricks, and answer your questions!

June: Customizing User Roles

July: Setting Up Your Company Org Chart

Can't make a live session? Still register to receive a copy of the handouts and recording after the session!

Foreclosure Prevention & Mortgage Relief Program

The Foreclosure Prevention & Mortgage Relief Program has been developed in partnership with the LA County Board of Supervisors, NHS Center for Economic Recovery and the Department of Consumer & Business Affairs. This program will provide foreclosure counseling and mortgage relief to L.A. County property owners. If the property owner has experienced financial distress between March 1, 2020 and December 31, 2021 as a result of COVID-19 and the property is located in a community highly impacted by COVID-19, they should consider applying for mortgage relief.
Approved applicants can receive up to $20,000 to help offset mortgage delinquencies. Program Eligibility Includes:
  • Residents of LA County
  • Residents of LA City are ineligible
  • Property must be owner occupied
  • Up to 80% Area Median Income for 1-unit property owners
  • Up to 150% Area Median Income for 2-4 units property owners
  • Counseling with HUD-approved counselor from partner agency required

We will begin accepting applications for this program on April 12, 2021. Have attended our one of our REQUIRED Foreclosure Prevention Workshops?  If so, complete your application today.

Shuttered Venue Operators Grant

Shuttered Venue Operators Grant. Apply at sba.gov/svogrant
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
SBA
Now Open
The SBA is currently accepting applications for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant. To submit an application, visit sba.gov/svogrant.

The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program was established by the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act, and amended by the American Rescue Plan Act. The program includes over $16 billion in grants to shuttered venues, to be administered by SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance. Eligible applicants may qualify for grants equal to 45% of their gross earned revenue, with the maximum amount available for a single grant award of $10 million. $2 billion is reserved for eligible applications with up to 50 full-time employees.
Click Here to Learn More + Apply

Jewish Free Loan Association JFLA 

Jewish Free Loan Association (JFLA)
Small Business loans up to $36,000 are available, with 2 guarantors.
Eligibility:
·    Applicants must be permanent residents of Los Angeles or Ventura county.
·    Applicants must have credit scores of 680 or better, demonstrate need, and have the ability to repay the loan.
·    Two guarantors with good credit and steady income are required on each loan up to $36,000.
·    Applicant must submit required documentation, by email, to JFLA prior to a virtual interview.
·    Each applicant presents individual circumstances to be considered by Jewish Free Loan.
Please note that we do not offer Small Business loans to non-profit organizations.
APPLY HERE

California State Treasurer’s Office
CalSavers Retirement Savings Program

Safer at Work Resources for Business

Safer at Work 
California Labor and Workforce Development Agency + California Department of Industrial Relations
With the right information and tools, we hope to reach and motivate workers and employers to protect themselves, their workplace, and their community. This site is brought to you by the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency and the California Department of Industrial Relations. It serves as a resource to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace and bring awareness and easy access to vital programs, services and information offered by the Department of Industrial Relations.
Click Here to Learn More

CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program

If you're a landlord or income-eligible renter in California, have been financially impacted by COVID-19, and need help paying rent or utilities, the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program may be able to help. To check eligibility and apply, or to find an organization in your community to help, visit HousingIsKey.com or call 833-430-2122.

Workforce Development Aging & Community Services

    Eviction

Older adults may qualify to receive rent relief and financial assistance through our Home Safe program!

Home Safe helps older adults at risk of becoming homeless with: 

  • Security & utility deposits 
  • Rental assistance & move-in expenses 
  • Backed rent & past due bills 
  • Legal fees, reunification services & more 

If you got an eviction notice or are behind on your rent, call 213-610-1589 or email apshomesafe@wdacs.lacounty.gov. Learn more about Home Safe here

                                       Contact Home Safe by June 15th

 

Los Angeles County Consumer & Business Affairs 
Rent Assistance & Financial Navigators Program

Financial Navigators Program Helps Residents Facing Hardship During COVID-19 Pandemic

Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed about your finances? Get help through our Financial Navigators program. The program can help residents in Los Angeles County who are facing financial hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Financial Navigators are here to help you prioritize your financial concerns, identify immediate action steps, and make referrals to other social services and resources that may offer long-term assistance. A Navigator can guide you through some of the following concerns:

  • Paying for daily expenses
  • Supplementing income
  • Paying back debt
  • Locating food and housing resources
  • Finding special services or resources for you and your family
  • How to stay well and plan ahead

If you live in L.A. County and are facing financial difficulties, you can get started with a Financial Navigator by completing a short online interest form. You can also call (800) 593-8222 for assistance in completing the form.

Sign-up today to get your free session. Our Navigators are ready to help you!

Learn More

Financial Navigators

Free San Dimas Chamber Laminated Business Signs

The San Dimas Chamber is now provided FREE laminated signs for your San Dimas or Chamber Member business locations. Some restrictions apply. Please contact the San Dimas Chamber for details at (909) 592-3818 or email info@sandimaschamber.com.

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