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La Verne Hires New Public Works Director and Restructures Community Services Department
The City of La Verne is proud to announce the hiring of new Public Works Director Shawn Igoe and creation of the Community Services Manager position, which former Recreation Supervisor Yvonne Duran will fill. These staffing changes will enhance internal and external City operations as well as ensure that the City is prepared for the continued reopening of community programs. Following the recent retirement of Dan Keesey, the City hired Shawn Igoe to fill the vacant Public Works Director position. Igoe most
Progress is Taking Place Along All 9.1 Miles of the Glendora to Pomona Project Segment
Travel anywhere along the Glendora to Pomona Project Segment corridor and it is clear that significant progress is being made on this important regional infrastructure project. As of this month, five at-grade crossings are undergoing reconstruction (five more have already been completed), five bridge structures are underway, and crews are actively installing a new and relocated freight track through more than half of the project. Additionally, the pedestrian undercrossing at the future Glendora Station is
A Growing La Verne is Taking Steps to Usher in the City’s Bright Future
The recent increase in construction activities related to the Glendora to Pomona project segment of the Foothill Gold Line (also known as the L Line) is an exciting reminder of and glimpse into the City of La Verne’s future near the planned Gold Line station. The extension of the light rail line will support the projected population and employment opportunities growth in the region, which will also be complemented by the City’s Old Town La Verne Specific Plan. To accelerate funding for the public
How to Start a Dental Practice
Many medical professionals start out careers learning and practicing with an already established office. These dentists were specifically trained in making notes and reading charts but not how to start or maintain those systems for building the practice. Let’s face it, setting up a professional medical company like a dental practice is hard. Many dentists don’t know anything about the business of their practice when first starting out. They have spent several years and have acquired a particular set of
SoCalGas Launches Program to Support Disadvantaged Communities in Los Angeles Co.
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) in conjunction with eight regional charity organizations has launched the 2021 Fueling Our Communities program to help feed individuals experiencing food insecurity. This year’s program will provide free meals, groceries, and restaurant gift cards to thousands of individuals from 20 underserved communities across Los Angeles County. The program, which is funded by a $325,000 donation from the utility, will also help stimulate local small businesses and is expected to
Livestreaming Musical Benefits IVRT and Four Other Local Nonprofit Theatres
Inland Valley Repertory Theatre (IVRT) proudly announces its livestreaming benefit performance of the musical play “I Do! I Do!” A montage of 50 years of marriage, the play is told in song, story and dance by actors from IVRT, Ophelia's Jump Productions, Center Stage Fontana, 3D Theatricals, and the Chance Theater. Proceeds from this performance will benefit each of the participating nonprofit theatre companies.“Local and regional theatres were hit so hard in 2020,” said Donna Marie Minano, Executive
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Tax Day 2021 Is May 17
The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. "This continues to be a tough time for many people, and the IRS wants to continue to do everything possible to help taxpayers navigate the unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, while also working on important tax administration responsibilities," said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig. "Even
10 Tips for Buying a Business
Are you looking to buy a business? If so, stick around because in this video we're going to talk about 10 tips for buying a business. 1. Where to Look?There are a number of websites where you can search businesses for sale online. Two of the most common websites are www.bizbuysell.com and www.bizben.com. Here you can create a free account and set up search alerts much like if you were looking for a home on Zillow or Redfin. Once you set up your search the sites will notify you when new listings meet
Updates to gatherings, receptions, conferences, and indoor live events and performances April 15
With vaccination rates increasing and the state's COVID-19 test positivity rate near a record low, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) today released updates to the state's Blueprint for a Safer Economy reopening framework allowing additional activities to resume with modifications to reduce risk. The updates include gatherings, private events or meetings such as receptions or conferences, and indoor seated live events and performances. These updates take effect April 15. California's
California’s Energy Companies Unite to Keep Restaurants Cooking
The California Restaurant Foundation (CRF), a non-profit that invests in and empowers California's restaurants and its workforce, has received more than $1.25 million from SoCalGas, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E), and others to launch the Resilience Fund. The fund will provide grants of up to $3,500 to single-unit restaurants across California, with priority given to woman- and person of color-owned restaurants. “The Resilience Fund will provide critical
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City of La Verne Reformats Its Virtual Council Meetings to Allow For More Community Engagement
In compliance with Governor Newsom’s Executive Order to minimize the spread of the coronavirus, the City of La Verne, like all California cities, stopped in-person city council meetings last March. While the public has been able to participate and stream the council meetings virtually, the necessary precautions taken as a result of the coronavirus pandemic has left many people feeling disconnected from each other and from local decision makers. In an effort to bring the La Verne community together, the City
New Grant: Keep Our Shops on the Block
The LA Regional COVID Fund has a new grant opportunity, available to personal care and retail businesses. Applications open on April 5. Apply for a $10,000 grant by the April 11 deadline. Join an upcoming webinar for additional assistance:English: Friday, 4/2 at 2 pm Armenian: Monday, 4/5 at 12:30 pm Korean: Monday, 4/5 at 1:30 pmMandarin: Monday, 4/5 at 2:30 pmLA County has partnered with LISC LA to distribute $4.7 Million in grants to personal care and retail sector small businesses in need of financial
LA County Assessor: 571-L Business Property Statements Due; Property Tax Relief
What is Business Personal Property?If you are a business owner, you are likely familiar with Business Personal Property taxes, which are paid on machinery, furniture and equipment. Business Property Statements, also known as a 571-L are due on April 1and become delinquent on May 7. The county assessor’s office makes it easy to file your 571-L Statement online and provides additional information about who needs to report, and what information is required. Who needs to report?Owners of businesses with
Resale Certificate
In this video I’ll show how to get and use a resale certificate. Im Josh from the University of LaVerne Small Business Development Center. Here at the SBDC we provide small business owners with free one on one consulting and business tip videos just like this one. So if you are new here, consider subscribing to our channel. And check out the companion article and resources in the description below. Many people who are looking to start selling retail products will eventually come across this issue.
STATEMENT FROM THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON LOS ANGELES COUNTY ENTERING ORANGE TIER
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors offered the following statement in response to Los Angeles County entering the Orange Tier with key sectors reopening, resuming indoor operations and/or increasing capacity starting Monday, April 5: “Reaching the Orange Tier is a welcome milestone for Los Angeles County and everyone who lives and works here. After a long, tough year, this is the clearest sign yet that we are moving into a new season of hope and renewal. Thanks to our collective vigilance,
Assemblymember Holden’s Dual Enrollment Legislation Passes Assembly Higher Education Committee
Assemblymember Chris Holden’s legislation to extend dual enrollment opportunities for California students, AB 102, passed the California State Assembly Committee on Higher Education. The legislation eliminates the sunset date for the College and Career Access Pathways, making the dual enrollment program that was first established by Assemblymember Holden in 2015 (AB 288) a permanent one. “Dual enrollment increases the number of college graduates, reduces time and money spent for college, and helps close
SBA to Increase Lending Limit for COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans
The U.S. Small Business Administration is increasing the maximum amount small businesses and non-profit organizations can borrow through its COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program. Starting the week of April 6, 2021, the SBA is raising the loan limit for the COVID-19 EIDL program from 6-months of economic injury with a maximum loan amount of $150,000 to up to 24-months of economic injury with a maximum loan amount of $500,000. “More than 3.7 million businesses employing more than 20
For LA Co.: Important Spring Break Traveling Information, Back to School Safety, and End Hunger and
Important Spring Break Traveling InformationThe more people who travel, the more interactions people have. More interactions mean higher risk of getting and spreading COVID-19. All non-essential travelers arriving or returning to LA County from out of state or country must quarantine for 10 days.With Spring Break upon us, LA County's Department of Public Health encourages everyone to remain close to home and adhere to the State travel advisory which recommends no recreational travel outside a 120-mile
Southern California Gas Company Sets Bold Net Zero Emissions Pledge
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas), the largest gas utility in the U.S., today announced the company's bold commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in its operations and delivery of energy by 2045. This commitment makes SoCalGas the largest gas distribution utility in North America to set a net zero target including scopes 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions, which would eliminate not only its own direct emissions, but also those generated by customers' energy delivered by SoCalGas' energy
Shop Local Membership Perks Program
In advance of the 2019-20 school year, Bonita Council PTA in partnership with the La Verne and San Dimas Chambers of Commerce encourages ALL chamber members to participate in the value-added Shop Local Membership Perks Program for current PTA and PTSA members. Members from the La Verne and San Dimas Chambers of Commerce can sign up to participate in this NO COST promotional opportunity by completing a simple application and commit to offer a promotion to the current Bonita Council PTA members (The
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