Additionally, the Chamber is concerned that Proposition 45 would create an expansive and costly state bureaucracy that would be ultimately paid for with higher health insurance premiums without any measures to control the costs that are driving health care costs. The initiative would also duplicate existing state agencies and regulation, creating costly confusion and overlap with other state and federal laws and regulations.

Business community urges voters to oppose initiatives that would raise medical costs and cut services for Californians.The Chamber recently joined a coalition of businesses and health care groups across California to oppose Propositions 45 and 46, which would raise health care costs for local businesses and their employees. The initiatives would force too many important health care decisions under the authority of a state agency and force patients to pay higher costs because of increased medical malpractice costs.

Proposition 45: Public Notice Required for Insurance Company Rates InitiativeIf approved by voters, Proposition 45 would require changes to health insurance rates and benefits to be approved by the California Insurance Commissioner before taking effect. However, the Chamber is concerned that the authority to determine health insurance rates and other important decisions would be too much for one administrative office. This one office would have overreaching powers to determine rates, co-pays, and benefits offered by employers and could force many small businesses to lay off employees, drop coverage, or go out of business.

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Chamber Warns Against Propositions 45 and 46, Potential Costs to Local Business

Each month, the Chamber helps build a stronger local economy

through surveying its membership.

See Measure L on page 5

New Water Bond Headed to November BallotSee page 4

Sign Up: Chamber’s Legislative SummitSee page 3

Doing Business With Local MilitarySee page 8

Chamber-opposed Propositions 45 and 46 would likely raise costs and reduce health care coverage options for local businesses and their employees.

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Volume 33, Number 10 ‘The Chamber…building a stronger local economy’

Measure L Creates Balanced Growth in La Sierra HillsChamber-supported measure heads to ballot in NovemberThe Chamber has supported Measure L, a Citizen’s for Balanced Growth Initiative, which will permanently preserve the La Sierra Hills and restrict further development of La Sierra Lands. The measure is headed to the November ballot to coincide with Riverside’s smart growth plan, and to permanently protect the hills as open space.

There are 1,300 acres of open land space in the Rancho La Sierra and La Sierra Hills region. The blueprint is laid out to construct housing within the rezoned 400 acres of this land, and permanently keep the remaining 900 acres of land open as public space. This portion of the project will stimulate job growth, provide tax revenues, and create new homes for Riverside residents.

The Chamber has also supported this measure so that the residents of Riverside can use the property for a possible site for a future school, public parks and trails, as well as the preservation of approximately 250 acres of the property. The Citizens for Balanced Growth Initiative would amend the current land use ordinance, Proposition R and Measure C in the La Sierra area. More specifically, it would repeal outdated planning regulations that currently allow for development of the La Sierra Hills and permanently protect those hills as open space while restricting develop-ment on the remaining La Sierra property adjacent to the Santa Ana River.

Over the next year, what growth plans do you have

for your business?

Where do you primarily draw your business’ workforce from?

Proposition 46: Medical Malpractice Lawsuits Cap and Drug Testing of Doctors

If approved by voters, Proposition 46 will increase the state’s cap on damages that can be assessed in medical negligence lawsuits to over $1 million from the current cap of $250,000. The initiative will also require drug and alcohol testing of doctors and repeal the Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act (MICRA), signed in 1975 by Governor Jerry Brown, which capped non-economic pain and suffering damages as a result of medical malpractice. However, the current cap under MICRA does not apply to economic damages, still allowing victims of medical malpractice to seek compensation for medical bills or lost wages.

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Executive Committee for 2014–2015Chair of the Board

Ron Redfern - iR3 AssociatesVice Chair, Chair-Elect

Bob Stockton – Rick EngineeringVice Chair – Governmental Affairs

Howard Saner – Riverside Physician NetworkVice Chair – Economic Development

Andrew Walcker – IW Consulting EngineersVice Chair – Membership

George Hoanzl – Jaguar Computer SystemsVice Chair – Community Development

Leni Zarate – PSomASVice Chair – Area Business Councils

Dave Fisher – Altura Credit UnionVice Chair – Area Business Councils

Bob mendez – RLm Wealth GroupVice Chair – Area Business Councils

Tom Nightingale – Wells Fargo BankRegional Commercial Banking officeVice Chair – Finance (Treasurer)

Linda Itzen – Itzen & Associates/Ameriprise FinancialLegal Counsel

Joe ortiz – Best Best & Krieger Past Chair

Judy Carpenter – Riverside medical Clinic

Board of Directors 2014–2015Al Arguello – Bank of AmericaSandy Austell – Lexus of Riverside michael Burke – Riverside Community College DistrictBeverly Bailey – Stronghold EngineeringGirish Balachandran – Riverside Public UtilitiesRod Ballance – Bud’s Tire & WheelLarry Boyer – UTC Aerospace SystemsPatrick Brilliant – Riverside Community HospitalLarry Burns – California State University, San Bernardinomike Burns – The Press-EnterpriseChrisann Coustenis – New York LifeJames Cuevas – JJC Project management Group, Inc.Carl Dameron – IE African American

Chamber of CommerceSteve Desko – Walter’s Automotive GroupScott Ditfurth – Best Best & KriegerDr. Ronald Ellis – California Baptist UniversityJulio Figueroa – AT&T Jim Fuson – Galleria at Tylermr. Gupta – Asian Indian Chamber of CommerceDebbi Guthrie – Raincross Hospitality Corp. Brian Hawley – Luminex Software Inc. Peter Hayashida – University of California, RiversideKim Hicken – Home Instead Senior CarePeter Hubbard – American medical ResponseChing Liu - Solarmax Technology, Inc. Rose mayes – Fair Housing Council of Riverside County, Inc.Darcy mcNaboe – Village EnterprisesKathy michalak – Habitat for Humanity RiversidePatty moorman – Bourns, Inc. Colonel Russell muncy – 452nd Air mobility Wingmark orozco – Greater Riverside Hispanic

Chamber of CommerceGail ousley – United Way of the Inland ValleysLea Petersen – Southern California Gas CompanySteve Popkin – Parkview Community Hospital

medical CenterIlleen Rathnam – TTG EngineersPeggy Ricks – First ImpressionGlenn Rowden – Champion Electric, Inc. mark Rubin - Regional PropertiesRoger Rupp - The Boeing CompanyRob Starr – The Toro Company matt Webb – Albert A. Webb AssociatesVita Willett – Kaiser Permanente

medical Center RiversideDr. Randal Wisbey – La Sierra University

Chamber StaffCindy Roth, President/CEORathyna Gomer, Communications ManagerNicholas Adcock, Governmental Affairs ManagerRebekah Cloud, Administrative Assistant/Office ManagerLa Wanda Roy, Accounting ManagerRobert Cervantez, Accounting ClerkKelly Straine, Special Events ManagerCarole Slagle, Membership & Advertising ManagerTyler Hungerford, Membership & Advertising SalesJennifer Rainsberry, Membership & Advertising Salesmichael Johnston, Business Development CoordinatorSonja Chiado, Information SpecialistRichard Prince, Community Development Coordinator

Keep Riverside Clean & Beautiful Connie Librenjak, Executive DirectorJenny Anderson, Senior Project CoordinatorRonald Liu, Project Coordinator

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Chamber Urges Business Community to Let Their Voices Be Heard at Upcoming Election

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CPAC has endorsed Virginia Blumenthal for the Riverside Community College District Board of Trustees, Area 2, Janet Green for the Riverside Community College District Board of Trustees, Area 4, Tom Evans for the Western Municipal Water District, Board of Directors, Division 2, and Robert Schwandt for the Alvord Unified School District Board of Education, Area 4. These four business-friendly leaders have shown the business community their support, so I respectfully urge you to support them with your votes. When you are headed to the ballot box, be sure to bring along the Voter Guide that we have created to help you remember which candidates are pro-business.

As we near this year’s election, I encourage the local community to stay involved. The

Chamber will do its part in keep you informed with any developments. It is our responsibility to promote this community and build a stronger local economy.

As we are nearing the last part of the year, the Chamber anticipates many positive changes on the horizon for Riverside. Especially with the November election right around the corner, it is important for the business community to remain engaged through the process. The Chamber will do its part in ensuring that you are well informed of anything on the ballot that could help or hinder your business.

Both Proposition 45 and 46 could potentially cost local businesses. Proposition 45, if approved, would allow one elected official to have the power to determine co-pay rates and the benefits offered by employers. Having the power in one office would likely see undue influence exerted by special interests and result in decisions that could negatively impact small businesses and force many to downsize or even go out of business. Also, Proposition 46, if approved, would increase the state’s cap on medical malpractice lawsuits from the current $250,000 to over $1 million on assessed damages. This could significantly damage our local economy as it could force doctors to retire or relocate or force health-care professionals to pass on greater costs to their patients. The Chamber urges the community to oppose both propositions to help keep down the region’s ever-rising healthcare costs for its residents and businesses under control.

Measure L seeks to permanently preserve the La Sierra Hills and restrict development of that land. The Chamber supports this measure as it will protect the hills from future devel-opment, increase the City’s property tax base

with thoughtfully planned residential project, and improve the La Sierra neighborhood with a future school and new public parks that will come from this project.

Lastly, the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce Political Action Committee (GRCCPAC) identifies and supports candi-dates for public office who will advocate for business-friendly public policies. For the upcoming November election, The GRC-

“ Especially with the November election right around the corner, it is important for the business community to remain engaged through the process.”

Ron RedfernChair of the Board

Commander Discusses Involvement of the 144 Fighter Wing in Protecting RegionAt the latest Good Morning Riverside, Lieutenant Colonel Mark A. Jansky, Commander of the 144 Fighter Wing (144FW) Detachment-1 at March Air Reserve Base (MARB), addressed the business community on the wing’s strategic mission for domestic security. The presentation also commemorated the anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 and remembered the sacrifice of those that were injured and killed in the attacks.

The 144FW was established in 1948 as a part of the Air National Guard. From 1953 onward, they have supported the North American Aerospace Defense Command’s (NORAD) mission. Currently there are 36 members of the detachment, doubling in size since 2001. The 144FW is a strategically important unit to the nation’s domestic air security and a vital component to the operations at MARB.

Lt. Col. Jansky overviewed 144FW’s tremen-dous growth over the last decade and how they continue to emphasize the need to pro-tect and reinforce the region. Since the ter-rorist attacks, 144FW and other wings in the Air National Guard have shifted their mis-sions to address the changing threats. Lt. Col. Jansky stated, “Prior to 9/11, our bases were looking outward. Now we spend just as much time looking inward.” The Chamber has been a strong advocate to ensure that units like the 144FW continue to operate from MARB with all of the vital equipment and personnel to carry out their missions.

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Lt. Col. Jansky entered the United States Air Force in 1986 as an enlisted member of the California Air National Guard. He was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant upon graduation from the Academy of Military Sciences and continued his Air Force career as an Undergraduate Pilot Training student at Laughlin Air Force Base in Texas. He is Command Pilot with over 3,200 hours of flying experience and has flown the T-37, T-38, F-4, and the F-16.

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Lt. Col. Mark A. Jansky and Chamber Chair Ron Redfern discuss the 144FW’s importance to the region at the latest Good Morning Riverside.

Center, Corona Division add $800 million in economic benefit to the region. These military bases contribute a great deal to the community. The Chamber thanks the local military for protecting the region and will continue to support them.

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The Chamber is proud to host California State University (CSU) Chancellor Tim White, CSU Board of Trustees Chair Lou Monville, and California Community Colleges Board of Governors President Manuel Baca for a discussion of higher education challenges and solutions at the Chamber’s 2014 Legislative Summit.

Join the Chamber on October 10 at The Riverside Convention Center as this year’s Legislative Summit focuses on “The View Forward in Higher Education.” The program will also feature legislative updates from Senator Richard Roth and Assemblymember Jose Medina. Check-in is at 11:30 AM and the program will begin at 12 PM.

The former chancellor of UCR, Chancellor Timothy P. White leads the California State University system, the largest four-year system of higher education in the United States.

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The Chamber hosted a Riverside Community College District Board of Trustees Candidate Forum. Candidates from left to right include: Mark Ford, virginia Blumenthal, Bernard Fradkin, Janet Green, and Ben Johnson.

Left to right: California State University (CSU) Chancellor Tim White, CSU Board of Trustees Chair Lou Monville, and California Community Colleges Board of Governors President Manuel Baca will preview “The view Forward in Higher Education” at the Chamber’s 2014 Legislative Summit.

which provides oversight and sets policy for the entire CSU system. He is also the Vice President of O’Reilly Public Relations.

Dr. Manuel Baca serves as the President of the California Community Colleges Board of Governors, which sets policy and provides guidance for the 72 districts and 112 colleges that constitute the system. He is also a political science professor at Rio Hondo College and a member of the governing board of the Mt. San Antonio Community College District.

The Legislative Summit is a luncheon open to Chamber members at $45 per seat, or $360 for a table for eight. Tickets for non-members or prospective members are $55. Member businesses are invited to become promotional partners for this event where nearly 300 people are expected to attend.

To register for the Chamber’s Legislative Summit or for more information, contact Nicholas Adcock at 951-683-7100 ext. 217 or nadcock@riverside-chamber.com.

At the Chamber’s recent Business Education Partnership (BEP) Council meeting, Riverside Community College District (RCCD) Board of Trustee Areas 2 and 4 candidates met with over 50 local business leaders and representa-tives for a candidate forum.

Both candidates participated from Trustee Area 2 including Virginia Blumenthal and Mark Ford Three of four candidates from Trustee Area 4 participated, including Bernard Fradkin, Janet Green, and Ben Johnson. Each candidate had an opportunity to discuss their policy priorities and positions on project labor agreements, differential fee mechanisms to support high cost technical programs, four year degrees offered by community colleges, and college readiness.

Each candidate expressed passion for various policy priorities and changes to be imple-mented. Blumenthal will seek to reinstitute classes dropped during the recession. Ford

will strive for renewed respect between staff and the board. Fradkin wants to give more attention to success and completion rates. Green will focus on proper student counseling to ensure completion. Johnson wants to work toward graduating all students within two years.

Responsibilities of RCCD’s Board of Trustees range from approving district policies and contracts to adopting the annual budget. Its decisions impact Riverside’s educational landscape and local economy. Trustee Area 2 covers part of west Jurupa Valley and southwest Riverside. Trustee Area 4 covers south Corona to Perris and the Lake Matthews area.

Join the Chamber at the next BEP Council meeting on October 14 at 7:30 AM and meet the new superintendent for Riverside Unified School District, Dr. David Hansen. For more information, contact Richard Prince at 951-683-7100 ext. 218 or rprince @riverside-chamber.com.

The Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce Political Action Committee (GRCCPAC) recently endorsed Virginia Blumenthal and Janet Green for the Riverside Community College District, Trustee Areas 2 and 4, respectively. The Chamber PAC also endorsed Tom Evans for the Western Municipal Water District Board of Directors for Division 2 and Robert Schwandt for the Alvord Unified School District Board of Education, Trustee Area 4. Voters will head to the polls on November 4.

Virginia blumenthal – riverside community college District board of trustees, Area 2Over her past two terms, Virginia Blumenthal has helped the board to suc-cessfully navigate tough budgetary negotia-tions and debilitating funding cuts to ensure that minimal impacts reached the classroom. In particular, she cites as one of the board’s best accomplishments was maintaining a financial reserve for the district and minimiz-ing the number of positions eliminated. She continues to support differential fee funding for technical programs, offering baccalaureate degrees to address workforce needs in the community, and opposing project labor agreements to maximize the district’s finan-cial resources in capital projects.

Janet Green – riverside community college District board of trustees, Area 4Janet Green continues to be a strong asset and advocate

for the college district and educational opportunities for students in the region. Her pragmatic approach to programs and strong financial stewardship has been instrumental to ensuring that the Riverside Community College District weathered significant cuts in funding and state support from Sacramento. Green has also been an emphatic supporter of the business community and will be influential on future discussions of project labor agreements.

tom evans – Western Municipal Water District, board of Directors, Division 2Tom Evans has an expansive knowledge of the factors and issues that impact water access in the region. He has worked with his fellow board members to develop a positive working relationship with the City of Riverside and Riverside Public Utilities. Some of his major priorities include increasing the availability of local water resources and reducing dependency on outside sources, thereby working to contain costs placed on local business ratepayers and residential consumers.

robert Schwandt – Alvord Unified School District board of educa-tion, Area 4Robert Schwandt would bring a fresh perspective and a wealth of business experience to the Alvord Unified

Chamber-supported Proposition 1 will authorize a much needed water bond to fund an aging water infrastructure in California.

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Chamber Supports Proposition 1, Water Bond to Increase Storage and ReliabilityThe Chamber’s Board of Directors recently moved to support Proposition 1, a $7.545 billion water bond that will fund several projects to strengthen California’s water supply infrastructure and increase the state’s water supply and reliability.

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If approved by the voters in November, the measure would enact the Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014. The bond would specifically authorize $7.12 billion in general obligation bonds for state water supply infrastructure, storage, treatment, recycling, restoration, protection, emergency supplies and drought relief.

Additionally, the bond would condition funds allocating towards certain projects by requiring the lead agency to also provide matching funds from non-state sources. This will ensure that shovel-ready projects will receive the funds and move forward with construction at a faster pace.

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BackgroundIn 2009, the Legislature passed SB 2, also known as the Safe, Clean, and Reliable Drinking Water Supply Act of 2010, which would authorize an $11.14 billion bond for water infrastructure projects in California. However in 2010, with onset of the struggling economy and its impact on government spending, both the Legislature and former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger agreed to postpone the measure from the November 2010 ballot to the November 2012 ballot. With the economy only beginning to recover, the water bond was postponed from the November 2012 ballot again.

Just this past year, Governor Jerry Brown called on the legislature to replace the previous $11.14 billion bond with a cheaper measure, stripped of excessive funding for projects. The resulting $7.12 billion bond was passed by the Legislature, signed by Governor Brown, and will go before the voters on November 4.

In 2014, Riverside made head-lines for being the #8 Coolest City (Forbes), #2 Millennial Boomtown (Forbes), and the #1 U.S. City for Small Business (Inc.). Mayor William “Rusty” Bailey is expected to touch on these highlights, as well as share the vision for the City’s future, as he is set to deliver his third State of the City address on January 22, 2015.

January’s event will be billed as the 38th Annual State of the City, marking the number of years the City of Riverside and Chamber have partnered to present the program. The event will return to the Riverside Convention Center that re-opened earlier this year following a multi-million dollar renovation, and will continue to be an evening event with the main program beginning at 5:30 PM.

Other highlights of the evening will include the presentation of the Riverside Hero Award and announcement of Keep Riverside Clean & Beautiful’s Beautification Award recipients. Sponsors along with ticketholders will be invited to attend The Mayor’s Reception following the event.

38th Annual State of the City Event Set for January 22

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Bailey was sworn in as Riverside’s 17th mayor in December of 2012, after serving almost two terms as the councilmember for Ward 3. Since graduating from West Point with a degree in political science in 1994, he has worked in a variety of public service positions and has earned a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from UCLA.

Among his many accomplish-ments, Mayor Bailey has served as a helicopter pilot, platoon leader and Company Executive Officer in the U.S. Army, and has served as a Legislative Aide for County Supervisor John F. Tavaglione. In addition, he has worked for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the Executive Office of the President as a Presidential Management Fellow, as well as for the Riverside County Economic Development Agency.

To be an event sponsor, contact Kelly Straine at kstraine@riverside-chamber.com or 951-683-7100 ext. 211. Individual tickets will be available for purchase beginning this November.

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The original intent for the Rancho La Sierra and La Sierra Hills land was to “preserve, protect, and promote citrus and agricultural uses” in the area.

Measure L…Continued from page 1 The Chamber will remain active in support

of Measure L. For more information, contact Michael Johnston at 951-683-7100 ext. 210 or mjohnston@riverside-chamber.com or Nicholas Adcock at 951-683-7100 ext. 217 or nadcock@riverside-chamber.com.

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A celebration luncheon on October 23 at the Riverside Marriott will recognize the following for the spirit of volunteerism, environmental leadership, and community engagement.

The awards: Iron Eyes Cody – Gurumantra Khalsa, Lady Bird Johnson – Shanna Franks, Spirit of Volunteerism – Megan Brousseau, Environmental Steward – The Toro Company, Outstanding Waste Reduction – The OSI Group, LLC, Outstanding Litter Prevention – Mormon Helping Hands/Riverside Stake, Bob Stewart- Council Member, Mike Gard-ner and Sponsor of the Year – Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse. “It is a privilege to recognize these award recipients and celebrate their dedication to making our community flourish,” said Scott Ditfurth, KRCB Board Chair. “These people and organizations serve as a great inspiration in our local effort to keep America beautiful.”

This exclusive Chamber Office Depot Program features discounts up to 60% off a list of most commonly purchased items. Most other items at the retail store are discounted at least 5% over everyday low web price. Typically members save 15% to 25% annually when using the program. Members can add 10 additional items to the list that are important to your company

Shop from a variety of products: office supplies, cleaning and break room, environmentally friendly products, technology, promotional products, and furniture.

The program is easy to use. You can shop online when you set up your business account or you can shop in the store by linking your credit card to the Chamber pricing or by using a store purchasing card. When you shop online you can receive FREE next day delivery when placing an order of $50 or more by 5 PM.

Shop Online: Create an online account by linking your favorite business or personal credit card to the special pricing or register for an invoice billing account. Receive new account information (subject to credit approval) and have the option to request a Store Purchasing Card that invoices your company for all purchases made in the store.

Last year, Julio Figueroa from AT&T led scores of volunteers from the county flood control maintenance yard.

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Shop in the store: Print off a Chamber Store Purchasing Card (SPC). The SPC is linked to the special pricing. You can take it with you to any store in the country and present it at the register at the time of checkout. Your special pricing will be applied and then you can pay with cash, check, or credit card.

Use the group buying power of the Chamber. Sign up today! Visit saveatofficedepot.com/riverside chamber or email your Chamber Office Depot Representative Paul Hale at Paul.Hale@officedepot.com for more information.

Seeking Nominations for Mayor’s State of the City AddressKeep Riverside Clean and Beautiful opens nominations for the 29th Annual Beautification Awards presented in five categories with first, second and third place winners, recognizing buildings and facilities within the City of Riverside that capture outstanding landscape, cleanliness and curb appeal.

The five categories for judging are: New Construction with Landscaping, Exterior Reconstructing with Landscaping, and Main-tenance of Existing Facilities & Landscaping, Historical & Cultural Preservation and Sustainable Design and Innovation. The award winning buildings will be featured at the Mayor’s State of the City address, January 22. Call 951-683-7100 or visit www.KRCB.com by November 18 at 5 PM to nominate.

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chamber recognizes Mark Molsberry as Ambassador of the Month Mark Molsberry, Financial Advisor, was named Ambassador of the Month for October 2014. Molsberry joined the Ambassador Committee two years ago and currently serves as Vice Chair of the Committee. He can often be seen welcoming members at events like the Afterhours Business Mixers and New Member Receptions. The Chamber thanks him for all of his time and effort in helping to ensure members make the connections needed for success.

It was also announced that Yolanda Meyers, Christmas Trees of Hope, claimed Ambassador of the Quarter. The Chamber congratulates both Molsberry and Meyers and their exceptional work as volunteers on behalf of the Chamber.

The Chamber’s Ambassador Committee is a special group of volunteers who support the Chamber efforts to build and retain membership. They provide support and assistance at most of the Chamber functions and for many civic and non-profit sponsored events. The Ambassadors are a vital liaison between the Chamber and the membership. They strive to encourage members to use the benefits available to them and to be active in their Chamber and community. For more information on the Ambassador Committee, please contact Kelly Straine at (951)683-7100 ext. 211 or kstraine@ riverside-chamber.com.

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riverside National cemetery Names New Director Peter Young was recently named Director of Riverside National Cemetery in. As Director, he is responsible for assisting in all burial, maintenance and administrative operations at the facility. The Chamber congratulates Young on accepting this notable position.

He previously served as Director of Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Illinois, Assistant Director of Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio and Director of Fort Rosecrans and Miramar National Cemeteries.

Young also served as Chief of Operations (COO) For Memorial Service Network (MSN) I in Philadelphia. As the COO, he assisted the MSN directory with the administration of 33 national cemeteries and 12 soldier’s lots, government lots, and Confederate cemeteries located in nine northeastern and Mid-Atlantic states as well as the District of Columbia.

Before joining the NCA, Young was a project manager for a government contractor for more than five years. He retired as a commissioned officer from the U.S. Navy in August 1994.

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TEDxRiverside tickets are now on sale for the locally organized event that will take place on October 16 at the Fox Performing Arts Center. Sponsors include the City of Riverside and Riverside Public Utilities.

The event will feature Nobel Laureate chemist Richard Schrock, Grammy- winning singer Melissa Manchester, and a wide array of speakers from the fields of innovation, science, technology, entertainment, sports and academia. The event’s speaker list also includes Sally Rockey, a Deputy Director of the National Institutes of Health; San Bernardino-based animatronics guru Garner Holt; former NFL player Kermit Alexander; and Riverside native, dancer and cystic fibrosis survivor Adam Young.

Tickets for the event, which includes a catered lunch, range from $99 for VIP seating, $75 for preferred and $50 for general admission. Individual tickets may be purchased online through Live Nation at http://www.livenation.com. Group tickets are available through the organizers at tedxriverside@gmail.com.

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School District Board of Education. A long time native of the community and more than 30 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, Schwandt promises to bring a strong financial outlook to the board’s policies. He will also focus on developing a stronger partnership with the business community to create more career technical education opportunities for students.

November 4 Election

Riverside County voters will head to the polls on November 4 from 7 AM to 8 PM. Vote-by-mail ballots must be received by county elections offices no later than 8 PM on Election Day, so mailed ballots must be sent well before November 4. For more information, visit www.voteinfo.net.

Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce Political Action Committee (GRCCPAC)The GRCCPAC is a separate, non-partisan organization that identifies and supports candidates for public office that will advocate for business-friendly public policies. No Chamber membership dues or revenue are used to fund GRCCPAC-endorsed candidates.

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Military Experts to Share Purchasing Tips with Local BusinessesThe military employs and contracts for thousands of jobs and services each year. How many businesses know its next steps to be considered for future projects? At the Chamber’s next Business Seminar Series, “Doing Business with Military,” industry experts will showcase tips, resources, and guidelines on how to get on the bid lists for upcoming projects, vendor opportunities, and select services with March Air Reserve Base (MARB) and Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division (NSWC).

Sean Foley, Chief Contracting Officer of NSWC, Daniel Deconzo, Deputy for Small Business of NSWC, and Matt Stern, Chief of Contracting of MARB will present on this topic. The speakers represent years of experience in purchasing with the military and provide a wealth of insight and perspective on how to be considered for future work.

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“Doing Business with Military” will show businesses how to get on the military’s bid lists for upcoming projects and vendor opportunities.

Congressman Mark Takano serves lunch to thousands of local troops.

The Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee and 300 volunteers recently expressed their appreciation to approximately 4,200 members of Team March. The annual picnic kicked off at noon with opening remarks made by Colonel Russell Muncy, 452nd Air Mobility Wing and Base Commander, Congressman Mark Takano, 41st District, and Roger Rupp, Chair of the Military Affairs Committee.

Volunteers were thrilled to extend their appreciation to all active duty, guard, and civilian personnel who continually carry out a variety of missions to serve and defend this nation. March Air Reserve Base and the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division add $800 million in economic benefit to the region. The Picnic Committee was pleased to announce this year’s honoree, Colonel Harold R. “Hal” Austin, USAF (Ret.). Col. Austin joined the Air Force Reserves in 1943.

MARB and NSWC are two of the region’s largest employers. Between the two military groups, thousands of employees are contracted for work. They both bring a multitude of high-tech and high-wage jobs to the region. They are key elements to Riverside’s economic strength and future growth.

Learn what organizations look for and what tips could be the difference in landing your company a new contract with the military.

The seminar will take place in the Chamber’s Bourns Boardroom on October 31 at 7:30 AM. It will include a complimentary light breakfast and free parking. Do not miss this opportunity to learn under these decision makers. To register, please visit www.riverside-chamber.com or contact Richard Prince at 951-683-7100 ext. 218 or rprince@riverside-chamber.com.

The Chamber would like especially thank Albertsons #6514 store for providing all the food and beverages that day. This event would not have been made possible without the following additional donors: Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, Air Force Association - Bob Hope Chapter, Air Force Village West, Allegra Marketing Print Mail, Baker’s Drive Thru, Burrtec, Boeing Company, Castle Park, The Community Foundation, Court-yard by Marriott, CR&R, Farmer Boys, Michael Goldware, Habitat for Humanity Riverside, Hampton Inn & Suites, Home Depot, Hyatt Place Riverside/Downtown, InterCoast College, Kaiser Permanente, Kona Ice, Laborers’ International Union of North America Local 1184, Lexus of Riverside, Lowe’s, LSA Associates, Inc., March Field Commissary, March Joint Powers Authority,

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“ Jaguar Computer Systems has been a member of the Chamber for 21 years. Being an active member of this organization has provided the opportunity for us to make informed decisions and connections with business decision makers. We have built our business over the years with these connections made through the Chamber.”

Geroge HoanzlJaguar Computer Systems, Inc.

Member Anniversaries

78 YearsRuhnau Ruhnau Clarke & Associates

53 YearsArk Insurance

45 to 47 YearsJacobs Development CompanyVan Buren Drive-In Theatre

32 to 37 YearsPaul E. BellCommunity ConnectRiverside Unified School District

21 to 30 YearsAdkan EngineersBlanchard Signs

Mardon Jewelers at the Mission InnMFI Recovery CenterParkview Community Hospital FoundationRiverside County Sheriff/Coroner Stanley SniffSouth Coast Air Quality Management District

11 to 20 YearsArlington High SchoolAssistance League of RiversideAuto ExpertCalifornia Citrus Co-opCalifornia State University San Bernardino

Business Network International (BNI)-Riverside Town & CountryCalifornia Smog & Automotive InstituteCentral Ave Self StorageDuBois Institute/ Dr E.M. Abdulmumin- PsychologistFive Star Catering & Event ProductionGold’n West Surplus, Inc.On Target PromotionsThunderbird LodgeTours of the TownTR Design Group Architecture

1 to 5 YearsAll Temperature AirAmPac TriState CDCAppian EscrowBELFOR Property RestorationBen Clymer’s The Body ShopBoys & Girls ClubsChase Bank – ArlingtonChase Bank – Canyon CrestChase Bank – Magnolia

Canyon Crest Towne CentreCustom Service SystemsJaguar Computer Systems, Inc.K&N Engineering, Inc.Konica Minolta Business SolutionsMagnon CompaniesMario’s PlaceMcDonalds – Van Buren Blvd.Orco Block CompanyRiverside City Clerks OfficeRoyal Wholesale Electric

6 to 10 YearsA-1 Grit CompanyA-Check America, Inc.ACU Web Services

Chase Bank – RiversideChase Bank – TrautweinChase Bank – UniversityCyclery USA, Inc.D-Dogs Sports RestaurantDLR GROUP ArchitectsFuller Truck AccessoriesHyatt Place HotelInland Empire Latino Lawyers Assoc., Inc.Lamb EnergyLibrary Systems and ServicesMelaleuca – Independent Marketing ExecutiveMorongo Casino Resort and SpaM’Sole Condo RentalsOptimum Group, LLCRedFusion Media, Inc.Rehab Loan Group, Inc.Rogers Anderson Malody & Scott, LLPSEIU 721South Bay Health & Insurance ServicesSt Catherine’s Catholic SchoolSuccess Solutions, LLCUnion Pacific Railroad

“ For the first time we feel that our business is part of a community. The benefits of the connections and, above all, the relationships we have made through the Chamber have catapulted our business to new heights. No business in Riverside should be without a Chamber membership”

Diana NealMiracle Ear

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10 Acre ranchDavid LudingtonRiverside, CA 92504(951) 784-7081 • www.10acreranch.orgCommunity Organizations

Airwave communicationsMarco Hurtado7213 Old 215 Frontage Rd.Moreno Valley, CA 92553(951) 656-5699www.airwavecommunication.comCommunications

Aleph Group, Inc.Jales Mello6920 Sycamore Canyon Blvd.Riverside, CA 92507(951) 213-4815 • www.alephgroupinc.comAutomobile/Parts & Supplies

express employment ProfessionalsPalbinder Badesha357 N Sheridan St., #100Corona, CA 92880(951) 272-6946 • www.expresspros.comEmployment Agencies

Fiesta VillagePatti Swift1405 E Washington St. • Colton, CA 92324(909) 824-1111 • www.fiestavillage.comAmusement Places

Fusco-Orsini Insurance Services, Inc.Michael Fusco5095 Murphy Canyon Rd., #200San Diego, CA 92123(858) 384-1506 • www.foagency.comInsurance

Hotel San bernardinoMarisa Delgadillo285 E. Hospitality Ln.San Bernardino, CA 92408(909) 889-0133www.thehotelsanbernardino.comHotels/Motels/Resorts

Law Office of Kyle A Patrick PcJonathan Fuller3890 11th St., #218 • Riverside, CA 92507(951) 742-8010 • kpatricklaw.comAttorneys

Lotter GroupScott MeinertGrand Terrace, CA 92313(951) 255-3009Financial Services

Main electric Supply co.Karen Morris3600 W. Segerstrom Ave.Santa Ana, CA 92704(949) 833-3052www.mainelectricsupply.comContractors/Electricians

Miracle earDiana SalgadoP.O. Box 369Mira Loma, CA 91752(951) 354-2467www.miracle-ear-riverside.comHealth Care/Hearing

The Optometric GroupTrung Tran3824 La Sierra Ave.Riverside, CA 92505(951) 359-3377www.theoptometricgroup.comOptical/Optometrists/Opticians

Penny Lane commercial & residential cleaning ServicesTyesha HardenRiverside, CA 92503(888) 507-6717www.pennylanecrc.comCleaning Services

PrimePayYvonne Mendez2223 Wellington Ave., #330Santa Ana, CA 92701(951) 490-3992 www.primepay.comCredit/Debit Card Processing

ratkovich PropertiesCliff Ratkovich2465 Campus Dr., 3rd FloorIrvine, CA 92612(562) 537-1002www.ratkovichproperties.comReal Estate/Developers

tASte! catering by raincross HospitalityTed Weggeland3750 University Ave., #175Riverside, CA 92501(951) 323-0955Caterers

West coast exhibits Services, Inc.Michael Taylor250 E. Harrison St.Corona, CA 92879(951) 248-0000www.wcexhibits.comEvent Management/Convention Services

WorldPayKaren LeeFontana, CA 92336(626) 324-7206Credit/Debit Card Processing

Michele McKinney Underwood (left) from Western Municipal Water District and Ben Johnson (right) from the Alvord Unified School District Board catch up the region’s latest updates at September’s Good Morning Riverside.

Members of the business community spend their morning networking at the latest INSIDE Magnolia Center meeting hosted by Notre Dame High School.

Larry Burns (center), Golf Chair enjoyed a round of golf with title sponsor AT&T representatives, Richard Porras (right) and Julio Figueroa (left) at the Chamber’s 29th Annual Golf Classic.

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At a recent INSIDE La Sierra meeting, hosted by Anchos Southwest Grill & Bar, the Chamber held a forum to introduce five out of the six candidates running for the Alvord Unified School District (AUSD) Board of Education. The candidates emphasized the importance of the connection between the business community and student education. Area business leaders also had the opportunity to meet the candidates to gain a better understanding of specific topics.

In Trustee Area 1, Art Kaspereen, Jr. was present while his challenger Mia Alvarado was unable to attend the forum. Julie Moreno and Donna Wandro were both present for Truestee 3, and in Trustee 4, incumbent Greg Kraft and challenger, Robert Schwandt were each in attendance.

Throughout the forum, candidates were faced with challenging questions prepared by the Chamber. There were a few common goals

The Mega Mixer & Trade Show aims to be the premier location for businesses to promote themselves, connect with other professionals, and grow their customer base. Back for a third year and hosted by the Galleria at Tyler and the Chamber, it will take place on January 29, 2015 from 4:30 to 7:30 PM.

Chamber members that register early can save $25 on General Space registration. General Spaces include a table, two chairs and linen, with a listing in the event program. The special offer will run until November 28, at 5:00 PM. After that, regular prices of $250 for a General Space will be available leading up to event day or when spaces sell out. A limited number of Premier Spaces include electricity and additional benefits.

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by each of the candidates such as ensuring that there no child is left behind in the current education system. Many of the candidates reinforced the need to further develop students’ basic skills through annual testing, annual academic progress reports, report cards, teacher qualifications, and funding progression.

Candidates also stressed that the District needs to support the local teachers by providing the resources needed to create a successful learning environment. This includes training programs that would help achieve higher goals and expectations for student attainment.

At the end of the meeting, it was clear that each of the candidates had the one common goal to help grow AUSD. The Chamber will continue to provide updates regarding the candidate race and future of AUSD. For more information, contact the Chamber at 951-683-7100.

Drive Thru, Brandi & Friends Salon, Burrtec Waste Industries, Charter Business, InterCoast College, Leadership Institute of Riverside County, National University, Ontario International Airport, Riverside Public Utilities, Sky Zone Riverside, Spartan Staffing, and more.

Companies that do business in Riverside can join the Chamber in building a stronger local economy by making the right connections and should take advantage of this mega opportunity that happens only once a year. All exhibitors must be members of the Chamber and spaces will sell fast.

To learn more about the Mega Mixer & Trade Show or to register as an exhibitor for the event, contact Kelly Straine at kstraine@riverside-chamber.com or 951-683-7100 ext. 211.

Left to right: Alvord Unified School District Board of Education candidates: Art Kaspereen, Jr., Julie Moreno, Greg Kraft, Donna Wandro, and Robert Schwandt.

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Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center, Assemblyman Jose Medina, Moreno Valley Military Affairs Committee, The Riverside Convention and Visitors Bureau, Riverside Public Utilities, Security Bank of California, Stronghold Engineering, Dwight Tate and Kathy Wright, and Visterra Credit Union.

Lastly, the Chamber would like to thank Military Appreciation Picnic committee co-chairs Roger Rupp of Boeing Company, and Julie Verduzco, for their time and commit-ment to ensure the picnic was a success.

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The Chamber fears that Proposition 45 will force costs for medical malpractice lawsuits to rise steeply, forcing doctors and health care providers to pass on greater costs to their patients. Conversely, rising costs from this proposition may force many doctors to retire or relocate, exacerbating the already significant shortage of physicians in the region.

Along with doctors and healthcare professionals across California, the Chamber urges voters to oppose Propositions 45 and 46 to curb the rising health care costs facing local businesses and their employees.

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CHAMBER CALEnDARStay connected with the Chamber and create your next business opportunity at one of our signature events.

visit www.riverside-chamber.com or call 951-683-7100 for more information on any of the Chamber’s events.TUE | OCT 21INSIDE Arlington7:15 AM – WElbROOk SEnIOR lIvInG ARlInGTOn • 7858 CAlIfORnIA AvE.

Come hear the latest updates on all of the new and exciting developments occurring in the Arlington Business Council. Attendees will have the chance to meet new members and network with other business leaders in the area.

THU | OCT 23Afterhours Business Mixer 5:30 PM – bMW Of RIvERSIDE AnD InfInITI Of RIvERSIDE • 3040-3060 ADAMS ST.

Make new business connections and dance the night away at this month’s Afterhours Business Mixer hosted by BMW of Riverside and Infiniti of Riverside. Complimentary valet

service will be available. For more information, contact Kelly Straine at 951-683-7100 ext. 211.

TUE | OCT 28Economic Development Council 7:30 AM – CHAMbER bOURnS bOARDROOM3985 UnIvERSITY AvE.

The Economic Development Council provides a basis for the Chamber to act on local, state and federal economic develop-ment issues.

fRI | OCT 31Business Seminar Series7:30 AM - CHAMbER bOURnS bOARDROOM3985 UnIvERSITY AvE.

At the Chamber’s next Business Seminar Series, industry experts will showcase tips, resources, and guidelines on how to get on bid lists for upcoming projects, vendor opportuni-

ties, and select services with March Air Reserve Base and Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn how to gain new work.

EvERY WEDBusiness In Action7:15 AM – CHAMbER bOURnS bOARDROOM3985 UnIvERSITY AvE.

By providing an outlet for business members, BIA is a place to network with an opportunity to hear various speakers on related subjects. This committee helps develop strong business ties and new business opportunities.

THU | OCT 9Good Morning Riverside 7:00 AM – THE MISSIOn Inn HOTEl & SPA3649 MISSIOn Inn AvE.

The Chamber will host a 41st Congressional Candidate Forum during this month’s keynote presentation at Good Morning Riverside sponsored by University of California, Riverside.

fRI | OCT 10Legislative Summit11:30 AM – THE RIvERSIDE COnvEnTIOn CEnTER3637 5TH ST.

Join the Chamber for this year’s Legislative Summit focuses on “The View Forward in Higher Education.” The program

will also feature legislative updates from Senator Richard Roth and Assemblymember Jose Medina. The Legislative Summit is a luncheon open to Chamber members at $45 per seat, or $360 for a table for eight. Tickets for non-members or prospective members are $55.

TUE | OCT 14Business Education Partnership Council7:30 AM – CHAMbER bOURnS bOARDROOM3985 UnIvERSITY AvE.

Join the Chamber at the next Business Education Partnership Council meeting. Meet the new superintendent of Riverside Unified School District, Dr. David Hansen.

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