Monthly Archives: March 2014

By Laura Perdew

Following the 5.1 magnitude earthquake last Friday, March 28 and the subsequent aftershocks, City of Fullerton personnel from various agencies have diligently worked to ensure homes, businesses, and schools are safe.

Fullerton Mayor Doug Chaffee explained, “Immediately after the earthquake, we activated our Emergency Operations Center which led to our quick response to repair water leaks and ensure the safety of buildings in our city. Thankfully, there were no injuries reported as a result of the earthquake. Over the past two days, all of our water pipes have been repaired.” He added that City staff worked around the clock to minimize loss of water and power, which have since been restored throughout Fullerton.

While residents and businesses are encouraged to contact their respective insurance companies to report any damages to their homes and businesses, in the event a resident or business needs assistance, they can contact the City Building Department at (714) 738-6541.

If a resident discovers a more serious or life-threatening situation, such as the smell of natural gas, they are advised to call 911 immediately.

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Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

By Allison Fletcher

March 31, 2014

Recent Senate Votes

Ukraine Aid – Substitute Amendment – Vote Agreed to (98-2)

The Senate agreed upon a substitute amendment offered by Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J. to a Ukrainian aid package on Thursday. As amended, the bill would offer $150 million in aid to the Ukrainian government and offer loan guarantees from unobligated funds in the State Department budget. It would expand visa restrictions, freeze the assets of Russian officials and require the Defense Department to review Russian military capabilities annually through 2020. As amended, the bill passed by voice vote later that day.

Sen. Dianne Feinstein voted YES
Sen. Barbara Boxer voted YES

Unemployment Benefits – Cloture – Vote Agreed to (65-34, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate invoked cloture on a bill that would exempt volunteer service hours by firefighters and other first responders from the 30-hour-a-week threshold under the 2010 health care reform laws that established a full-time employer mandate for health coverage. The bill is intended to serve as a legislative vehicle to extend expired long-term unemployment benefits.

Sen. Dianne Feinstein voted YES
Sen. Barbara Boxer voted YES

Recent House Votes

National Monument Designations – Passage – Vote Passed (222-201, 8 Not Voting)

The House narrowly approved a bill on Wednesday to limit …read more

Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

Following the 5.1 magnitude earthquake last Friday, March 28 and the subsequent aftershocks, City of Fullerton personnel from various agencies have diligently worked to ensure homes, businesses and schools are safe. …read more

Source: City of Fullerton

By Editor By Steven Greenhut | California’s governor and legislators have been almost giddy about the state’s balanced budget and they simply ignore the clear evidence that the state remains awash in debt. Its budget is balanced in the same way a … →
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Source: Fullerton Association of Concerned Taxpayers

By strategiccomm@fullerton.edu (strategic communications) The world is “Frozen”-obsessed and Cal State Fullerton alum Wayne Unten, who served as animation supervisor for the character of Elsa in the Disney film, doesn’t have to look far to realize it. …read more

Source: CSUF News

By mmclaughlin

Don’t miss the celebration! By Morgan McLaughlin Editor/Publisher (photos courtesy Jenny Ho – click them to enlarge) It’s been two years since our first review of Green Bliss in downtown Fullerton and Saturday, April 12, 2014 will mark the 2 Year Anniversary Celebration. You’ll want to stop by to tell them happy birthday and Henna […]

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Source: Inside Fullerton

By Theresa Harvey

President Obama recently signed an executive order calling for new rules on overtime pay. Currently, salaried workers in executive, administrative and professional positions aren’t eligible for overtime pay if they make over $455 per week. The President suggested $600 or $640 as the new threshold – the current standards for New York and California.

Unfortunately, these new overtime law changes, if put into effect, will most likely disproportionately affect small businesses. While most large firms can absorb new regulatory costs, small businesses have less revenue to spread the costs across. Read More

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Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

By Allison Fletcher

Networking at Noon
Tuesday, April 1, Colette’s Catering at the Meridian Club, 1535 Deerpark Drive, 11:30 a.m. check-in, 12-1 p.m. program. Topic: “Networking for Success” facilitated by Beverly Thomson, HostingOC.com
Cost: $15 in advance or $20 at the door, space permitting. Call (714) 871-3100 to reserve your spot.

North Orange County Legislative Alliance (NOCLA)
Wednesday, April 2 at 7:30 a.m. Brea Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive.
NOCLA advocates for public policy that encourages business growth and economic expansion for businesses in Brea, Fullerton, La Habra, Placentia, and Yorba Linda through the combined influence of five chambers. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month.

State of the City Luncheon
Friday, April 4 at 11:30 a.m. at CSU Fullerton’s Titan Student Union, 800 N. State College Blvd.
This event will feature a presentation from Mayor Doug Chaffee, who will provide his perspective for 2014.

Happy Hour Networking
Friday, April 4 at The Olde Ship, 709 N. Harbor Blvd., 4 p.m.
Complete your work week with a casual afternoon of Happy Hour Networking with the Fullerton Chamber of Commerce!

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Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

By mmclaughlin

This Monday marks the end of the month, enjoy today and plan for exciting fun this week with our Egg Hunt and the Art Walk on Friday (with two fundraising shows)! To Do today: 9-11am: Get a really great Service Industry Professionals deal with Rod the Chiropractor (515 E. Commonwealth Ave.) Take advantage of life enhancing chiropractic adjustments and […]

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Source: Inside Fullerton