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Starting in 2014 Obamacare will affect small businesses. Learn the insurance requirements and tax impact specific to your business. Discover quick and long term solutions and actions to benefit from these changes. This seminar is open to all businesses and will be held Wednesday, March 27, 2013 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the San Bernardino Employment Resource Center. Located at: 658 E. Brier Dr., Ste. 100, San Bernardino, CA 92408 For more information contact Shanna Williams at (909) 383-9937 or by email at swilliams@wdd.sbcounty.gov. About the Workforce Investment Board of San Bernardino County The Workforce Investment Board of...
California pet and animal owners would pay less for medicines purchased from a local veterinarian if a new legislative measure sponsored by the California State Board of Equalization becomes law. “Making pet medicine tax-free will benefit California pet owners and veterinarians. It also benefits Californians by keeping more dollars in our state and promoting animal health,” said George Runner, who voted to support the proposal. According to the Californian Veterinary Medical Association, there are 19 million companion animal pets in California. Approximately 33% of households own at least one dog and approximately 28% own at least one cat. Many Californians...
The 2013 State of the County, titled “Vision In Action,” will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at Citizens Business Bank Arena located in Ontario, Calif. The event will provide more than 1,200 business, community, civic and education leaders with an opportunity to hear the latest on the Countywide Vision as well as gain insight from industry leaders. “We look forward to sharing our successes and to discussing the future of our region,” San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Chair and Second District Supervisor Janice Rutherford said. County Government worked closely with San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG), the county’s 24 cities and towns, residents, and community leaders to create a Countywide...
This no-cost, in-depth workshop covers of all the topics employers need to know about 2013 Wage and Hour Laws including: The Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) The Wage Orders that cover your organization Hours of work – including travel time, make-up time, meal and rest periods, and the definition of “hours worked” The rules for hourly, salary, and piece-rate pay Bonuses, profit-sharing plans and tips Overtime and double-time wages Alternative workweeks Tools and equipment, uniforms, and work-related losses Paid time off – vacation, PTO, holidays and sick leave Unpaid time off When and how employees must be paid Payment...
On Sunday March 17, 2013 at 4:00 pm the Inland Empire Debating Society is meeting at Denny’s Restaurant, located on 1180 Alabama Street in Redlands, to debate if the U.S. President should have the authority to decide who should be targeted to die in drone strikes. The Inland Empire Debating Society will have the opportunity to hear from Allen Hernandez, the current clean energy community organizer for the Inland Empire Sierra Club’s My Generation Campaign. Get to know our speaker: Allen Hernandez was born in Los Angeles and raised in Fontana. He comes from a loving family where his father...
Fewer regulations will streamline applications and ensure program integrity through enhanced oversight. Borrowers and lenders of loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration will have greater access to capital and less paperwork as a result of a proposed regulation aimed at streamlining the SBA application process, while also strengthening oversight and the integrity of the agency’s loan programs. “Streamlining and simplifying has been a key focus of our agency over the last few years. The changes are the latest steps to reduce paperwork burden, with our eye on the larger goal of expanding access to capital and giving entrepreneurs...
Assemblyman Mike Morrell, R-Rancho Cucamonga, today released the following statement reacting to the discovery of $3.6 million in hidden funds at the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection: “It is inexcusable for any state agency or department to conceal funds away from the public eye. These dollars do not belong to anyone but hardworking Californians who expect state money to be spent responsibly on their priorities and not the priorities of government bureaucrats. These discoveries of hidden funds have become far too common. “But what makes this revelation at the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection particularly frustrating is that...
Fontana, California, The Mayor and City Council thank 2nd District Supervisor Janice Rutherford for her generous contribution towards the rehabilitation of Martin Tutor Park and expansion of the Memorial Rose Garden. “It is such a blessing to see the commitment from our 2nd District Supervisor Janice Rutherford. As the founder of “Healthy Fontana” I understand the importance of creating spaces for children to be active. Supervisor Rutherford’s contribution to Martin Tutor Park is helping our young people have a future by renovating this beautiful park for the children to play.” stated Mayor Warren. The aquatics area of Martin...
Mayor Acquanetta Warren and the City Council Thank Senator Gloria Negrete-McLeod and Assembly Member Carter for their efforts to restore a critical revenue stream. Fontana, California, August 29, 2012. The Mayor and City Council want to publicly thank Senator Gloria Negrete-McLeod and Assembly Member Carter for their efforts to protect public safety dollars for the City of Fontana. In June 2011, Governor Brown passed a bill (SB 89) to redistribute Vehicle License Fee (VLF) revenue to replace an expired funding source for local law-enforcement grants. A law in 2006, had given new cities or cities with newly annexed areas additional license fee revenue to help...
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