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Workforce Investment Board's
2011 Investment Plan
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
 The Santa Cruz County WIB has released the 2011 Economic Development Strategy update. This annual report updates the key public capital investment objectives for the cities and the County and provides an overview of key aspects of the local economy. |
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Chamber Endorses Earthquake Insurance Bill
 Senator Diane Feinstein is the principal sponsor of a bill that would create a cooperative reinsurance fund to spread the risk in insurance loses. The Chamber board of directors took the infrequent step of endorsing this federal legislative proposal.
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 Ribbon Cutting
Restore Grand Opening
Habitat for Humanity Santa Cruz County invites you to the opening of ReStore, a home-improvement re-sale store open to the public, and encourages homeowners who are starting home remodeling projects to recycle their reusable home building materials by donating reusable materials. ReStore will celebrate a Grand Opening and ribbon cutting, officiated by Santa Cruz Vice-Mayor Hilary Bryant, on Saturday, August 18th from 9 am to 1 pm.
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 Chamber Networking Mixer
Tannery Arts Center
Join us at the Tannery Arts Center and check out the newly opened Digital Media and Creative Arts Center. The DMCAC at the Tannery is 25,000 sq. feet dedicated to painting, fashion design, literary arts, sculpture, dance, music, glass art, ceramics, photography, encaustics, jewelry, digital media, sculpture...and more! Bring plenty of business cards and join us for an evening of food, drink, and networking. Wine, soft drinks, and light appetizers will be served. Cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. No RSVP is required-we hope to see you there!
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 Member Tip: Schedule a ribbon cutting for your grand opening or grand reopening
Did you know...
The Santa Cruz Area Chamber of Commerce offers free ribbon-cutting ceremonies for its members! We celebrate Chamber member grand openings reopenings, remodels, and anniversaries with fun, exciting events at your business location.
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Member and Community News
CASA honors community members' efforts for foster children Court Appointed Special Advocates annually honors an outstanding organization, educator, and individual in Santa Cruz County whose special efforts help support children in the county's foster care system. This year CASA will honor educator Wendy Bailey, web designer Cathy Mayer, and Cyclists for Cultural Exchange as the recipients of its 7th annual Community Awards. The Board of Directors will honor them at a reception for them and their families at CASA's Mary and Richard Solari House in Watsonville on August 13. Read more»
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