SANTA BARBARA — The SBCC Scheinfeld Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation hosted its first Global Manufacturing for Startups Summit on Friday, October 27 at the Fess Parker Resort. Side by side, local entrepreneurs, students and regional community college and high…
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Ventura County Civic Alliance update for Nov. 15
Livable Communities Newsletter Vol. 11, No. 44 November 2017 Quick Links – See the Current State of the Region Report – Last Quarter’s Newsletter Join us at the Ventura County Civic Alliance! Welcome to Our Fall 2017 Livable Communities Newsletter! This…
Lady Leslie Ridley-Tree helped Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics Burn their Mortgage
SANTA BARBARA — In September, Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics made its final payment on the mortgage for the Eastside Neighborhood Medical and Family Dental Clinics. Lady Leslie Ridley-Tree, who along with her late husband, Lord Paul Ridley-Tree, provided major support to…
Dec. 1 nomination deadline approaching for El Concilio’s 28th annual Latino Leadership Awards
El Concilio is asking for nominations for the 29th Annual Latino Leadership Awards scheduled for April 6th 2018. OXNARD — We’ve made it easier for you to send in your nomination. Click on link here or on flyer to take you to our…
Bilingual commentary: Adjusting Education for the New Economy
By David Magallanes / Guest contributor David Magallanes Perhaps we need to re-think the entire approach to high school and college education as a new economic age dawns on the millennial generation beginning to enter the work force. Our curriculum…
Happily Ever After: Graduates of Self-sufficiency Program Celebrated with Major Community Partners
SANTA BARBARA — At 43, James Coronado is on the road to advancing his career in education, having recently earned his master’s degree from Antioch University. And surrounded by his wife and children, Coronado celebrated yet another graduation Oct. 19…
‘Round Up’ Your Purchases to Support Hospice of Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA — Whether your latest house renovation project involves new flooring, plumbing facilities, or just a simple paint job, your home improvement purchases could help support life-changing programs in your community. From now through Nov. 7, shoppers at the…
Halloween brings community, residents together at the Villas at Higuera affordable housing complex
SANTA BARBARA — Everyone knows Halloween is about tricks and treats, but it’s also about coming together as a community – and being a kid. Children from Peoples’ Self-Help Housing’s (PSHH) Villas at Higuera affordable housing complex dressed in festive…
7 de diciembre — Ultima Presentacion del 2017
View this email in your browser OXNARD — Ultima Presentacion del 2017. Programas y Servicios de SBA para Iniciar o Crecer tu Negocio at 7 de diciembre.
Housing Authority Welcomes New Board Commissioners Dave Gustafson, Pat Wheatley
SANTA BARBARA — The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce that Dave Gustafson and Patricia “Pat” Wheatley have been appointed to its Board of Commissioners. As retired Housing and Redevelopment Manager and Assistant Community…
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Appoints Dennis Allen as a New Trustee
SANTA BARBARA — Dennis Allen is board Chairman of Allen Construction, a general contracting firm, specializing in environmentally-friendly, custom residential and commercial buildings. Dennis is active in local community organizations, including the local chapter of the American Institute of Architects,…
Centerpoint Mall To Open New Free Indoor Playground on Oct. 27. Joins Lazer Broadcasting to Raise Funds For Children’s Hospital
Oxnard Chamber of Commerce to lead a ribbon-cutting ceremony while students from area schools to enjoy the new indoor playground OXNARD — Centerpoint Mall is set to open its new PlayTime Free Indoor Playground on Friday, October 27 at 11 a.m. To celebrate the…
CenCal Health Earns Excellent Rating and Recognition among California’s Medicaid Plans
SANTA BARBARA — CenCal Health rated in the top 5 percent of Medicaid plans nationally for 2 important areas of care, and in the top 10 percent for an additional 12 areas of care according to the most recent state…
Local Engineers Provide Career Advice at Cal State Northridge
NORTHRIDGE — Two local engineers from Ventura County have made a presentation at California State University, Northridge for career guidance to students. It was arranged by the student chapter of The American Society of Civil Engineers at the University. Engineering students of…
Women’s Economic Ventures Honors Trailblazer and Business of the Year Award Winners at “Empowerment is Priceless” Fundraiser
Annual event raises more than $400,000 to support local entrepreneurs SANTA BARBARA — Women’s Economic Ventures (WEV) welcomed close to 400 guests and raised more than $400,000 at their Empowerment is Priceless event held on October 10th at the Fess Parker…
New Board Members Bring Higher Education Experience to EDC-VC
VENTURA COUNTY — Dr. Greg Gillespie, chancellor, Ventura County Community College District and Ysabel Trinidad, vice president for finance and administration at California State University Channel Islands are the newest Economic Development Collaborative–Ventura County board members. “Greg and Ysabel each…
Ferguson Case Orr Paterson Attorney to Receive Ventura County Bar Association’s Public Service Award
VENTURA COUNTY — Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP (FCOP) attorney Joseph L. Strohman, Jr. has been named by the Ventura County Bar Association (VCBA) as this year’s recipient of the Ben E. Nordman Public Service Award. The honor is in…
Governor Signs Jackson Bill to Provide Job-Protected Leave for New Parents
SACRAMENTO – In a signing ceremony today focusing on legislation that affects women, children and families and attended by members of the California Legislative Women’s Caucus, Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) that will allow…
Bill to Extend Solar Thermal Program Signed by Governor Brown
Law Will Incentivize Solar Energy to Reduce Natural Gas Use SACRAMENTO — Governor Brown signed AB 797 (Irwin) into law yesterday afternoon. The bill previously passed the Assembly by a bipartisan vote of 45-19 and the Senate with a bipartisan 30-10…
Small Business Development Center Adds New Advisor who specializes in business, corporate law
CENTRAL COAST — The Small Business Development Center of Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, which provides free one-on-one consulting to help strengthen the bottom lines of area companies, has added attorney Joyce Wallach as a new consultant to its roster…
Pre-applications for 70 Apartments at Casas De Los Carneros Apartments Affordable Housing Now Being Accepted by Peoples’ Self-Help Housing
GOLETA — As Peoples’ Self-Help Housing continues to work on the Casas De Los Carneros Apartments multi-family housing development, time for prospective renters to apply for a spot in one of the site’s one, two, and three-bedroom apartments is fast-approaching. Scheduled…
San Miguel Families Receive Keys to New Homes Built Through Peoples’ Self-Help Housing Home Ownership Program
SAN MIGUEL — After 14 months of hard work, the big day finally arrived for eight San Miguel families with dreams of home ownership. Thanks to Peoples’ Self-Help Housing’s (PSHH) Owner Builder Program, and a lot of elbow grease, eight…
Heroes of Hospice of Santa Barbara Honored at Awards Luncheon
SANTA BARBARA — Hospice of Santa Barbara was pleased to recognize and celebrate the heroes in our community last Wednesday at its “Jewels by the Sea” luncheon and awards ceremony, held at the Four Seasons Biltmore, Coral Casino. As part of…
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley Announce New Chief Executive Officer
AGOURA — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley is pleased to announce the appointment of their new CEO, Dr. Crystal N?one. Before joining the Boys & Girls Clubs, Dr. N?one served as the Chief Executive Officer of…
Feria de Educación Financiera el 17 de noviembre en Oxnard
OXNARD — Feria de Educación Financiera el 16 y 17 de noviembre en el Consulado de México en Oxnard, 3151 W. 5th St., Oxnard. 805.8738, ext. 131 para más información.
VCCDC update for Sept. 29
September 2017 From House to Home Client Highlight For Aimee Shapiro her new home is more than just a place it’s the feeling of freedom, independence and peace. Homeownership wasn’t something that Aimee, a single mother of two boys, thought…
EDC-VC Business Line update for Sept. 29
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Chairman’s Message Cheryl Heitmann is EDC-VC board chair and Ventura City Councilwoman Celebrating the Power of Women Entrepreneurs in Ventura County October is National Women’s Small Business Month, which calls us to…
Museum of Ventura County update for Sept. 28
Museum of Ventura County Elects New Board The Museum of Ventura County announced Tuesday that it has elected a new board of directors who will direct the museum’s fundraising, exhibits and programming, connecting the community with the history and culture…
Pacific Premier Banking on Student Futures
CENTRAL COAST — When it comes to building a healthy life filled with opportunity, Pacific Premier is banking on the bright futures of students who live at Peoples’ Self-Help Housing (PSHH) properties. Knowing that being able to live in safe,…
Gold Coast Health Plan Helps Fund the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging’s Fall Prevention Program
Medi-Cal Plan Awards $50,000 to Local Health Care Agency CAMARILLO — Gold Coast Health Plan has awarded $50,000 to the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging’s Fall Prevention Program through its Community Health Investments initiative. The award supports supervisor John C.…
Gold Coast Transit District Presents Contest Winner with New Beach Cruiser
OXNARD — Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) presented Rebecca Kajumba with her new beach cruiser after her photo was randomly selected as the winner of the District’s Dump the Pump Summer Selfie Contest. Launched in June, the annual Dump the Pump…
EDC-VC’s Small Business Development Center Director Recognized as ‘State Star’
VENTURA COUNTY — Ray Bowman, director of the Small Business Development Center of Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, recently received the Association of Small Business Development Centers coveted “State Star” Award in recognition of his contributions to the state SBDC program.…
CAPS Media Center update for Sept. 20
News and Events September Radio Orientation/Training will be held September 27 & 28 at 6pm The two-part class will provide you with all the tools and techniques you need to produce your own show. Training sessions are held the 4th Wednesday…
Embassy Suites by Hilton Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort Announces Appointment of Jacob Anthony Bernard as Executive Chef
OXNARD — The Embassy Suites by Hilton Mandalay Beach Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacob Anthony Bernard as Chef de Cuisine. Bernard has worked for Hilton Hotels since 2014 and recently served as Sous Chef at the Embassy…
Bilingual commentary: The Dilemma of the DREAMers
By David Magallanes / Guest contributor David Magallanes Recently, the unfortunate residents of south Texas and then south Florida knew that storms were brewing and growing before they struck. Similarly, this country’s DREAMers, who had been afforded protection from deportation…
City of Oxnard Cultural and Community Services update for Sept. 14
Visit https://www.oxnard.org for more information September 2017 DEPARTMENT NEWS OXNARD PAL HELPS KIDS START THE SCHOOL YEAR PREPARED! The Oxnard Police Activities League (PAL) recently expanded on its Back-to-School Outreach program by providing free backpacks to students at Haycox School…
Jackson’s SB 63, New Parent Leave Act, Passes Off Senate Floor, Heads to Governor’s Desk
SACRAMENTO — SB 63, a bill authored by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) to provide 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected maternity and paternity leave for Californians who work for smaller employers of 20 or more, passed the Assembly floor today on…
Bills Aiming to secure California from Cyberattacks Reach Governor’s Desk
SACRAMENTO – The California State Legislature passed two bills designed to help further secure California’s valuable network from cybercriminals. Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin, Chair of the Select Committee on Cybersecurity, has authored AB 531 and AB 1022, which provides more tools for…
Bill to Extend Solar Thermal Program Passes California Legislature
Bill to Incentivize Solar Energy to Reduce Natural Gas Use Headed to Governor’s Desk SACRAMENTO—The California Legislature passed AB 797 (Irwin) this afternoon. With the bipartisan vote in the Assembly of 45-19 today and the Senate’s bipartisan 30-10 vote on…
Economic Development Collaborative–Ventura County’s SBDC Expands Roster of Advisors
VENTURA COUNTY — The Economic Development Collaborative-Ventura County has added Jay Tsao to its team of 30-plus advisors providing free one-on-one consulting to local businesses to help area companies strengthen and grow their bottom line. Tsao’s expertise in international trade…
Jackson Bills SB 44 and SB 290 Pass Assembly Floor and Head to Governor’s Desk
SACRAMENTO – Two key coastal protection bills authored by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) , SB 44 (Coastal Oil Wells) and SB 290 (Marine Entanglement), passed the Assembly floor with a 76-0 vote and 60-15 vote, respectively on Sept. 7 Senate…
‘Back to School Drive’ Drops Off Back to School Items at Franklin Elementary
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY — Franklin Elementary School students grinned and giggled as City National Bank and United Way of Santa Barbara County (UWSBC) staff recently outfitted them with backpacks and classroom supplies to get them ready for the new school…
Three Gold Coast Transit District Operators Reach Prestigious Driving Milestones
OXNARD — Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) recognized three of its bus operators for joining the prestigious One Million Mile Club and Two Million Mile Club, as determined by the National Safety Council, during today’s Board of Directors’ meeting. The former recognizes professional drivers…
Twin Vee PowerCats, Inc. Donates Boat to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley
Proceeds of boat raffle to provide financial assistance to local families in need Fort Pierce, FL – Twin Vee PowerCats, Inc. (Symbol: TVPC) pledged the donation of one of their popular boat models to the Boys & Girls Clubs of…
Ferguson Case Orr Paterson Launches New Website
VENTURA COUNTY — Ventura County’s largest law firm, Ferguson Case Orr Paterson, recently launched its new website at www.fcoplaw.com. Designed to offer quick and easy access to essential information, the new site features a more comprehensive profile of the firm’s…
Hygiena expands distribution operations in Latin America
Purchase of PMR and creation of Hygiena Mexico establishes permanent base in Mexico City CAMARILLO — Hygiena, a Warburg Pincus portfolio company that specializes in rapid food safety and environmental sanitation testing, today announced that it has acquired Pruebas Microbiologicas Rapidas (PMR),…
CALSEIA Presents Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin with Legislator of the Year Award
Over 150 Local Workers Traveled to Sacramento to Thank the Southern California Legislator for her Clean Energy Leadership SACRAMENTO — At its annual Solar and Storage Worker Day, the California Solar Energy Industries Association (CALSEIA) honored Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks) for…
Heroes in our Community Celebrated at Heroes of Hospice of Santa Barbara Luncheon at the Four Seasons Biltmore, Coral Casino
SANTA BARBARA — Hospice of Santa Barbara is proud and privileged to celebrate the 2017 Heroes of Hospice of Santa Barbara “Jewels by the Sea” at the Four Seasons Biltmore, Coral Casino. This year, the organization will honor the Flower…
Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin, Attorney General Xavier Becerra provide update on child identity theft law
SACRAMENTO — Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks) and California Attorney General Xavier Becerra provided an update on child identity theft law (AB 1580), which now allows parents, legal guardians or conservators to freeze the credit of children and incapacitated adults. The Attorney…
Assemblymember Irwin co-hosted Military and Veterans Expo and Job Fair
SACRAMENTO – Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks) co-hosted a Military Expo and Job Fair with the Ventura County Military Collaborative on Aug. 26. This was the sixth consecutive year the expo was held and the first that our office hosted the…