By JohnBressler
Saturday, February 22, 2014
Senator Huff (right) takes part in an Anaheim graffiti cleanup with apartment manager Jose Avila
Source: State Senator Bob Huff
Discussing solutions to the problem of graffiti
Monthly Archives: February 2014
In With the ‘In’ Crowd
By Staff
By Jon Coupal | It’s good to be in with the “in” crowd, especially when the “in” crowd is made up of Sacramento politicians capable of doling out millions of dollars in tax credits.
Those currently in with the “in” crowd include any industry or company that can somehow attach “green” to their credentials. This helps explain why the state just provided the successful Tesla electric car company a $35 million tax subsidy. Yes, contrary to Kermit the Frog’s song “It’s Not Easy Being Green,” in California, it is easy being “green” because lawmakers are anxious to lavish benefits, at taxpayer expense, on those who claim a chlorophyll connection.
While the rumors that Kermit has applied for tax credits based on his being green are probably pure fiction, his parent company, Disney, may be about to apply for a handout based on their glamour factor.
That’s right, the glamorous are also part of the Sacramento “in” crowd, and nothing is more glamorous than Hollywood. That’s why Democratic Assembly members Gato and Bocanegra have introduced what they are calling the California Film and Television Job Retention and Promotion Act, legislation to extend and expand a state program that provides tax credits to movie makers …read more
Source: Fullerton Association of Concerned Taxpayers
Fullerton events for Tuesday, February 25
By bulate
Looking for a career opportunity? There will be a job fair for you to check out today along with many other great events! To do today: 10-11:30am: Life and Accomplishments of 19th Century California Naturalist A.L. Heermann will be the topic of the free seminar at the Ruby Gerontology Center at Cal State Fullerton from […]
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Source: Inside Fullerton
Salon Lujon & Day Spa to host a fundraiser in support of education in Fullerton
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Charity “Cut-a-Thon” Salon Day for Fullerton School District Education and Technology Foundations – April 6
Salon Lujon & Day Spa hosts fundraiser in support of education in Fullerton
FULLERTON, CA – After putting over 3,000 laptops, 1,500 iPods, 2,000 iPads, 500 digital cameras, and 100 digital microscopes into Fullerton classrooms, parents, teachers and community will be pampered in support of the Fullerton Technology Foundation and the Fullerton Education Foundation ‘Cut-a-thon’ at Salon Lujon & Day Spa, 216 North Harbor Blvd in Fullerton, April 6, 2014, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Continue reading
Senator Correa to Host Free Tax Prep Workshop
State Senator Lou Correa, State Controller John Chiang and the Horizontal Cross Cultural Center are teaming up to present a free tax preparation workshop on March 13 through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. The workshop will take place at the Horizon Cross Cultural Center, 3707 W. Garden Grove Blvd. in Orange at 1 p.m.
Documents to bring include: photo id, social security card, w-2′s, 1098s, 1099s, prior year tax return, bank account and routing numbers, other income/expense information, tuition fees and expenses, day care expenses, day care provider’s identifying number and landlord’s name, address and phone number. Please make your appointment by calling Senator Correa’s office at 714-558-4400.
Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce
Orange County’s Own Professional Soccer Team!
On February 5th, 2014 in front of a large crowd at the Irvine Wyndham, owner Ali Mansouri officially announced that LA Blues is now Orange County Blues FC. He also announced that the Blues will play at Anteater Stadium at UCI, and revealed new blue and orange kits. Visit their new website at ocbluesfc.com!
OC Blues FC will play 15 home matches this season, with the home opener on Saturday, April 5th vs OKC Energy FC at 7PM. All home matches will take place at Anteater Stadium on the campus of UC Irvine. You can purchase season and group seats by contacting the front office at (714) 738-8011, or by emailing seats@bluessoccerclub.com. They look forward to seeing you out at matches this season!
Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce
Drought Legislation Introduced to Expedite Water Project Funding
Governor Jerry Brown was joined by Assembly Speaker John Perez and Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg today to unveil emergency drought legislation to alleviate the impacts of California’s water crisis.
As the state deals with one of the driest periods on record, the legislation is said to provide $687.4 million in funding to increase local water supplies and help communities that are affected by the extremely dry conditions. The announcement comes on the heels of President Obama’s visit to the Central Valley last week where he saw firsthand several drought-stricken areas of the state. “This is a call to action.” Gov. Brown said in today’s press release. “We must all do our part to conserve in this drought.
Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce
Meet Jeesun Kim
By strategiccomm@fullerton.edu (strategic communications) Crisis and health communication, activism and reputation management make up the focus of Jeesun Kim’s research endeavors. …read more
Source: CSUF News
Free Excel Webinar
REGISTER TODAY! We are co-hosting a Free Excel Webinar with our online training partner, COGGNO.
WHEN: March 12th – 11:00am PST, 12:00pm MST, 1:00pm CST, 2:00pm EST
Register here: attend@coggno.com
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Tips and Tricks in Excel
Arguably one of the most popular applications in Microsoft Office, this webinar will cover some fantastic tips and tricks in Excel. Tips for navigating, formatting, reviewing and building spreadsheets will be reviewed.
Join us to increase your efficiency in this pivotal product!
Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce
Things for Your Calendar: 2/24/14
Insider’s Briefing: Legislative Update with Assemblywoman Quirk-Silva
Friday, February 28, 7:30 a.m., Howard Johnson Hotel, 222 W. Houston Ave.
Topic: Legislative Update, including how business and government can work together for job growth
Featuring Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva, 65th Assembly District
Cost to attend is $35 and includes a light breakfast. Click here for more information!
Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce