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Tuesday, June 23, 2009
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GOVERNOR SCHWARZENEGGER ADDRESSES OCBC DELEGATION
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Top
OCBC business
leaders met with Governor
Schwarzenegger in his capitol office for lunch and
a private
briefing with
administration officials on
the budget,
water, AB 32, regulatory reform and
other business
issues.
The Governor remains the State's
top cheerleader but
after many
years of budget battles, knows that tough choices must be
made to fill a $24
billion budget deficit. The
Governor foreshadowed some of the tax
reform
measures coming from the California
Commission on the 21st Century Economy www.cotce.ca.gov to
stabilize revenue volatility.
Sacramento Bee Columnist Dan
Weintraub noted that
the Governor has proposed the most fiscally responsible budget package to date
but it's unclear what legislative proposal may move forward as negotiations
continue. On the other
hand, Mr. Weintraub also commented that he supported the Governor's ballot measures for spending
reform and tax extensions this past
May and those went down in defeat! [Read more]
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STATE CONTROLLER CHIANG AND COMMISSIONER POIZNER TACKLE STATE ISSUES
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 In separate meetings, OCBC's delegation met with both State Controller John Chiang and Commissioner Steve Poizner on the budgetary woes and the curtailing of California's education and infrastructure system. Chiang, who was dubbed by Sac Bee Columnist Dan Weintraub as the likely "new dictator of California, deciding who does and doesn't get paid when the state runs out of money" provided OCBC one of the most impactful and thorough presentations on the state
budget and the consequences of the very real cash flow crisis the state is
contending with currently.
Chiang underscored the importance of no longer being able to run the state as is. With spending out of alignment and revenue far short of predictions, the state is weeks away from fiscally drying up. The controller pointed out that this is not a legal problem, the legislature
passed a budget already but it was immediately out alignment with revenue
shortfalls far below projected levels. He stated the budget debate is about
getting the budget back into balance and it's going to require tough
choices. [Read more]
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OCBC ADVOCACY MEETINGS PACKED WITH INFORMATION, INSIGHT
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 OCBC held a
number of high-level meetings with the Orange County legislative delegation and starting
with a private briefing with Senate
Republican Leader Dennis Hollingsworth on the state
budget. It is clear the Senate Republican Caucus will push back on any proposals
to increase taxes and advocate strenuously for cuts in spending. He also
provided some good feedback on other priority issues for the Business Council,
including critical interim measures to address water delivery in California, expanding tax
credits to turn around housing markets, and expressed support for CEQA reform
and other initiatives to deliver vital infrastructure
cost-effectively.
The agenda
also included a series of meetings with OC legislators who provided varied and
individual perspectives on the budget process. Senator Lou Correa
discussed the importance of balance, stating "We need to grow our way out of
this recession. It's not going to get done by taxing or
cutting
alone." Senator
Correa also highlighted his voluntary 10% cut in salary, noting it's difficult
to see others pleading
for relief
when they haven't cut themselves first. [Read more] |
FIRST-IN-THE-NATION RECOVERY ACT INSPECTOR GENERAL LAURA CHICK BRIEFS OCBC
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 In her first appearance to Orange County as National Recovery Act Inspector General, Laura Chick sat down with the Business Council and business leaders to discuss her new role as Inspector General.
Chick, formally LA City Controller, was selected by Governor Schwarzenegger to track, monitor and ensure accountability in the funds dished out to California under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). As the stimulus watchdog for California, Inspector General Chick's three priorities are simple: deter, detect and disclose. [Read more] |
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY: CEO TOM MCKERNAN OF THE AUTO CLUB JUNE 30
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 Please join OCBC, and CLB series sponsor at&t, for a candid interview
and breakfast with President and CEO of the Automobile Club of Southern California, Tom McKernan. McKernan currently oversees the
largest AAA-affiliated motor club in the country and is also chairman
of the Orange County chapter of the New Majority, an organization that
promotes fiscally responsible government. In addition, Mr. McKernan serves on the
board of directors of the California Chamber of Commerce and was
appointed by Governor Schwarzenegger to serve on the Delta Vision Blue
Ribbon Task Force.
Join past OCBC Chairman Tom Phelps, of Manatt, Phelps and Phillips, for a candid
no-holds-barred interview with one of nation's leading business leaders. Are you
an OCBC investor of $10K and above? Contact Michelle Hart to receive your COMPLIMENTARY ticket to the breakfast!
 Date: Thursday, June 30
2009
Time: 8 a.m. breakfast | 9:30
a.m. program
Place: The Center Club, Costa
Mesa, CA
Info? Michelle
Hart at 949.794.7219
Online Registration | Event Flyer
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2010 CANDIDATE FOR CALIFORNIA STATE SUPERINTENDENT TALKS EDUCATION WITH OCBC
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 A diverse group of business and educators, led by OCBC's Workforce
Development chair, Chris Harrington, of Toshiba, met with Assemblymember Tom
Torlakson for breakfast at OCBC to discuss the current state of
education. Mr. Torlakson heard some terrific ideas for education reform
including eliminating burdensome state and federal regulations that hamper
local control and waste funding, eliminating or curtailing the use of tenure,
including opportunities for students to learn online and schools receive
funding for it, increasing 21st century technology in the classroom.
Looking ahead as Torlakson vies for the 2010 California State Superintendent of
Public Instruction, he believes in focusing on local needs and local visions in
order to prepare and excite young people for jobs and career tracks. [Read more] |
SCAG SB375 OUTREACH BEGINS IN ORANGE COUNTY
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OCBC's Lucy Dunn and Kris Murray attended a kick-off meeting
at First American Title for the Southern California Association of Government's
SB 375 Outreach Efforts in Orange
County. Coordinated by Curt Pringle & Associates, the meeting
brought together a broad reaching group of Orange
County elected officials, business and
community leaders and city planners to discuss Orange County's
future within SB 375.
This group will continue to meet monthly to develop a
strategy to reduce green house gas emissions while ensuring future jobs,
housing and transportation growth throughout Orange County. The group will aim to provide maximum
flexibility and development choice, while protecting the quality of life
enjoyed by those in our region.
For more information about this effort, please contact Todd Priest at Curt Pringle & Associates at 714.939.9070. |
OCBC MEMBER HOSTS SUSTAINABLE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SUMMIT
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 OCBC staff attended Siemen's Sustainable Southern
California Summit at the Ritz Carlton in Laguna Niguel last week.
The event showcased The Golden State's leadership role in addressing climate
change including the ROI and performance of green buildings and the ability to
improve operational efficiencies through innovative technology. Much emphasis
was placed on cultivating renewable energy strategies to reduce our carbon
footprint and to increase our nation's energy independence.
"Southern California has always been at the forefront of
setting sustainable technology trends, and we are excited about partnering with
communities and customers to implement next-generation Green solutions", said
Sven Hackmann, Vice President of Siemens Healthcare and Regional Ambassador.
"Today's Thought Leadership symposium further underlines Siemens ongoing
commitment to advancing sustainability through technology solutions and
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CAL STATE FULLERTON ADDRESSES ORANGE COUNTY's WORKFORCE NEEDS
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 OCBC's Workforce Development Committee hosted Cal State University, Fullerton's Chris Reese and Frances Teves who presented to the committee what Cal State Fullerton is currently doing to help address Orange County's growing workforce development needs.
CSUF estimates that by 2025, 41 percent of jobs will require a college degree, however, only 32 percent of adults will have achieved that by that time. In response, Cal State Fullerton is working on campus wide workforce development in addressing the achievement gap as well as building a strong and talented nursing workforce. Click here to view the presentation and see what Cal Stat Fullerton is specifically doing to meet those goals.
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OCBC AFFINITY PROGRAM: SPECIAL OFFER FROM THE
EXCLUSIVE CENTER CLUB
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 In support of the Orange County
Business Council, the Center Club is offering all OCBC investors 50% off the
$5,000 initiation fee to join the Center Club. In addition, the Center Club will
donate $1,000 back to the Business Council for each membership received.
Experience privileges such as:
- Social, gold and tennis privileges at over 200 of the finest clubs in the
world
- Access to the Center Club's Social Calendar
- Two complimentary tickets to attend the 2010 Board of Governors Gala
- and much more... (click here to see all
benefits)
For additional
information regarding the OCBC Membership at the Center Club, please contact
Director of Membership, Annie Luther at 714.662.3414 or annie.luther@ourclub.com. Click here for club guide,
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UPCOMING OCBC EVENTS
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 Chairman's Leadership
Breakfast:
Featuring Tom McKernan,
CEO, Automobile Club of Southern California
Thursday, June 30, 2009 | 8 - 9:30 a.m. | Center
Club, Costa Mesa
Executive Invitational Golf
Tournament:
In Partnership w/ UC
Irvine
Wednesday, August 5, 2009 |
Shotgun start at noon | Monarch Beach Golf Links
Chairman's Leadership
Breakfast:
Greg Spierkel, CEO,
Ingram Micro
Thursday, September
10, 2009 | 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. | Center Club, Costa Mesa
Workforce Development
Conference:
Sherry Lansing, former
CEO, Paramount Pictures
Thursday,
October 15, 2009 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Hyatt Regency
Irvine
Economic Forecast Conference:
Richard Davis, CEO, US
Bank
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 |
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 a.m. | Hyatt Regency Irvine
Click here fore event details and
registration!
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COMMITTEE MEETINGS
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 June
2009
Community College Working Group
Thursday,
June 25, 2009 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Advocacy and Government Affairs
Friday,
June 26, 2009 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
July
2009
Infrastructure
Tuesday,
July 14, 2009 from 7:30 - 9 a.m.
Advocacy and Government Affairs
Friday,
July 15, 2009 from 7:30 - 9 a.m.
Committee meetings are open to
OCBC members and invited guests only. All committee meetings are held
at the OCBC offices unless otherwise specified. For more information on
upcoming committee meetings for 2009 check out OCBC's Committees.
Looking to get more involved?
Click below to receive specific committee notices.
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COMMITTEE MEETINGS
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Health Care Reform: A National Priority
The
OC Forum invites you to their latest distinguished guest speaker
program featuring President of Kaiser Permanente Southern California,
Dr. Benjamin K. Chu. Dr. Chu has served as president of Kaiser
Foundation Health Plan, Inc. and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals in
Southern California since February 2005. Kaiser Permanente Southern
California includes more than 50,000 employees who work in partnership
with the Southern California Permanente Medical Group to care for 3.3
million members through 13 hospitals and 130 medical offices in an area
that extends from Bakersfield to San Diego.
To register, or for more informatin, visit www.ocforum.org or call 949-588-9884
Goodwill Invitational Golf Tournament
On Thursday, June 18, Goodwill of Orange County will host the annual
Goodwill Invitational golf tournament at Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club in Mission
Viejo. The Goodwill Invitational is considered by many to be one of the premier
tournaments in Orange County. This superb event not only provides an
outstanding opportunity for business leaders to network, but allows them to make
a significant impact on the most underserved population in Orange County.
Goodwill provides job training, job placement services, and ongoing employment
support to individuals with disabilities and other barriers. Leading local
businesses already supporting this extraordinary event include DLD Insurance
Brokers, Union Bank of California, SM&A, U.S. Bank, Glenn Woody Financial
Services, and Hyundai Motor America. There are still a few spots
available. Visit www.goodwillinvitational.org for
more information or to register for this exciting event contact Hillary LeBail
at 714.547.6308 extension 278.
Dead Banks Walking? A Panel Discussion on the Future of the Global Financial System
The World Affairs Council of Orange County presents an informative panel discussion of the current state of
the global financial crisis and the challenges and optio we face as we move
forward. This informative panel will take place Wednesday, July 29 at the Hilton Costa Mesa - 6 p.m. Reception, 7 p.m. Dinner. 7:45 Program. OCBC members receive discount ticket offers! Visit www.worldsaffairscouncil.org or call 949.253.5751 for more information.
Filipino
American Chamber of Commerce of Orange County - Business Opportunity
DayThe Orange County Chapter of the Filipino American Chamber of
Commerce is proud to present A Twenty First Century Business Opportunity Day.
Save the date: Thursday, September 17, 2009. Highlights will include updates on
the Obama health reform, panel discussion on preserving the eco-systems, tax
incentives for starting green businesses and more. For event information
and registration, please visit www.faccoc.org.
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BUSINESS MEETS SOCIAL MEDIA
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