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CHAMBER NOTES

January 22, 2008

A weekly summary of events, activities and information of interest to members of the Yuba-Sutter Chamber of Commerce.

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Member Notes

THE CHAMBER CHALLENGE: The Chamber kicks off the year with its latest, innovative and fun program to inform people about the Yuba-Sutter business community. It's called "The Chamber Challenge," an engaging game-show style program featuring host Rich Gabel, the Chairman of the Board, and featuring three local contestants playing for $500 for the charity of their choice. The first show airs on Wednesday, January 30, at 7:30 p.m. and is repeated on Friday at 8 p.m. on Comcast Channel 19, the Chamber's partner in this effort.

ECONOMIC CENSUS, U.S. BUREAU OF THE CENSUS: More than 4 million American businesses, including throughout Yuba and Sutter counties, have received the 2007 Economic Census forms. They are due back by February 12, 2008. While many very small businesses were not sent a form, those businesses that did get a form are required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code) to complete and return it. Many businesses may not realize how important this census is -- how the data, though collected only once every five years, support both public policy and business decisions, both national and local. If you need more information about the 2007 Economic Census, please contact Robert Marske, Laurie Torene, or Paul Zeisset at 1-877-790-1876, or e-mail econ2007@census.gov.

FAMILY FRIENDLY WORKPLACE AWARDS: The Appeal-Democrat, Child care Planning Council of Yuba and Sutter Counties and the Yuba-Sutter Chamber of Commerce, have teamed up to offer the 1^st Family Friendly Workplace Awards. The award recognizes employers that offer family friendly programs and benefits in their workplace. Any business is eligible. Nomination forms are due by February 15. They can be downloaded at the Childcare Planning Council and Appeal-Democrat websites. Submit nominations to the council at 1010 I Street in Marysville. Call 749-3726, ext 106, for more information.

This Week's Chamber Events

Tuesday, January 22, 5:30 p.m., Ribbon Cutting: Golf Etc, 1199 Butte House Rd, Ste A, Yuba City.

Wednesday, January 23, 4:00 p.m., Deadline for a $12 reservation to the Business Connection Breakfast.

Thursday, January 24, 5:30 p.m., Ribbon Cutting: Ginno's Appliance Factory Outlet, 1697 Sierra Ave, Yuba City.

Friday, January 25, 7:30 a.m., Business Connection Breakfast: "Birthdays: Celebrating Our Cities" is the January topic. Invited speakers are Karen Compton, Marysville Golden History Days Celebration and Nancy Geweke, Yuba City Centennial Celebration. Please join us at Sam's Club, 900 N. Walton Ave in Yuba City. $12 with a reservation by Wednesday, January 23, 4:00 PM, $15 thereafter. Reservation obligates payment and payment in advance is requested. Thank you to the 2008 Business Connection Breakfast sponsor, Colusa Casino Resort.

Upcoming Chamber Events

Thursday, January 31, 5:30 p.m., Ribbon Cutting: Noble Romans Pizza Tuscano Subs, 1601 B St, Marysville.

Other Member Community Business Events

Thursday, January 24, 7:30 - 9:00 a.m., Creating Customer Loyalty: Improve profits immediately, create daily customer referrals and make your customers say "Wow!" Guest speaker will be Ken Freeman, Director of the Yuba College Small Business Development Center. To register call 822-0140. Join us for this fun and educational experience at the Sutter County One Stop, 256 Wilbur Ave in Yuba City. $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

Saturday, February 2, 2 to 5 p.m., Personal Emergency Preparedness Class: Offered by the American Red Cross - Three Rivers Chapter, this class will be interactive and informative. There is no fee to attend and is open to everyone. Learn to prepare a Disaster Supplies Kit for your home, office and automobile and a Family Disaster Plan for responding to various emergency situations. Join us at St. Monica's Parish Hall in Wheatland. Please register for the class with Charles McCaul at 530-673-1460.

Next Issue of Business Today

Monday, January 28, 2007, Sponsor: Yuba Highlands

"The Chamber Challenge" airs, Channel 19: Wednesday, January 30th, 7:30 p.m. AND Friday, February 1st, 8:00 p.m. Watch "The Chamber Challenge," a fun new "game show" format featuring community leaders playing for a $500 prize to the charity of their choice!

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