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URGENT ACTION NEEDED!
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Urge
Senators to Support Interchange Relief Amendments
These
Amendments Will Be Voted on in the Coming Days
The National Grocers Association reports that Amendments
to address interchange fee reform on behalf of merchants and consumers to S.
3217, The Restoring American Financial Stability Act, is currently being
considered by the Senate.
These
amendments represent the best chance to enact interchange reform this year,
therefore it is imperative to seek your Senators support:
What the amendments do:
S. Amendment # 3771: Amendment to limit
payment card networks from imposing anti-competitive restrictions on businesses
and other entities that accept payment cards. This amendment would prevent card networks like Visa
and MasterCard from: prohibiting sellers from offering discounts to use one
card network as opposed to another; prohibiting sellers from offering discounts
to customers for use of a particular form of payment (cash, check, debit
card, stored value card or credit card); and prohibiting sellers from setting
maximum or minimum transaction amounts for a form of payment.
S. Amendment # 3769: Amendment to ensure that
the fees that businesses and other entities are charged for accepting debit
cards are reasonable and proportional to the costs incurred. This
amendment would give authority to the Federal Reserve Board to issue
regulations to ensure that any interchange fee imposed on a debit card
transaction is "reasonable and proportional" to the cost incurred in processing
the transaction. The amendment includes a carve-out for debit cards
issued by small banks and credit unions with assets of $1 billion or less.
The Senate is expected to vote on
the amendments in the coming days, therefore your IMMEDIATE ACTION is
requested by calling:
- Senator
Barbara Boxer: Senate #(202)
224-3553 State #(916) 448-2787
- Senator
Dianne Feinstein Senate #(202) 224-3841 State #(310)
914-7300
If you receive feedback
from your Senator's offices we ask that you please forward that information to
N.G.A.'s government affairs team as quickly as possible. Information as
well as questions call or email:
Tom
Wenning, NGA Executive Vice
President call 703/516-8805 or email: twenning@nationalgrocers.org
Call CIGA at 800/852-7606 if you need assistance.
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Coupons Facts and Figures
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2009 was a very strong year for coupons with both distribution and redemption
up markedly from 2008. Distribution increased 11% in 2009 to 311 billion
coupons, while redemption grew 27% to 3.2 billion coupons. The average face
value per redeemed coupon increased from $1.04 to $1.09.
These trends reflect
the importance of coupon promotions in today's economy and the strong momentum
that coupons have in 2010. Distribution and redemption in the 1st quarter of
2010 maintained this pace, with both showing growth of approximately
10% compared to Q1 '09.
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Silver's Harassment Prevention Workshop
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Have you completed the required management
training?
This
workshop is required for all California supervisors and managers
in
firms with 50 or more employees and contractors. The
course
must be completed within 6 months from hire/promotion and
also
every two years. This is a fun and fast way to meet California
State
requirements!
Cost:
$75 per attendee; Silvers retained clients attend at no cost.
Thursday,
June 24, 2010 - 9
am-11:30 am
Mel
Rapton Honda
3630
Fulton Avenue Sacramento, CA
Reservations
must be made by June 14, 2010
Contact Mary Patterson at (916) 791-8506 or mary@silvershr.com
Silvers
HR, LLC
(916)
791-8506 office
(916)
791-1412 fax
Website:
www.silvershr.com
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Safety Topic: Workplace Fires
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The potential for fire is present in any workplace. But, if you are aware of the causes and conditions, if you are prepared, and if you think before you act, the risk of a workplace fire and its damaging effects - on you, your co-workers and your company - can be minimized.
Following good housekeeping practices is crucial to fire prevention. That means keep heating and electrical equipment clean, clear and in good repair; regularly clean ducts and fume hood filters, keep ovens and ranges clean and free of spilled fats, sugar, sauces, etc.; keep paper products, aeresols, and other flammable materials away from heating elements; and store flammable liquids away from heat sources, exits or escape routes.
To avoid electrically-caused fires, check, replace or have professionally fixed any appliance with frayed or loose cords and wires or cords that get hot during use. Avoid running cords or wires under rugs and carpets or near a heat source; and keep them out of doorways where they can become worn.
Ensure that fire protection equipment (i.e. sprinklers, smoke/heat detectors, alarms, fire hoses, fire extinguishers, and fire blankets) are maintained, available for use, and not impaired or concealed. Make sure fire extinguishers correspond to the potential risk. Know where they're located and how to use them.
Besides training in fire prevention and protection, make sure you understand company emergency communication and evacuation procedures. Know the location of fire alarms and the telephone numbers for emergency response personnel. Report a fire even if it seems minor. Fire fighters would rather arrive and find nothing than be called after it is too late to save individuals or property. Keep in mind that all workers are responsible for preventing fires, but not everyone is expected to fight major fires. Fire fighting is best handled by trained professionals.
Article by: State Compensation Insurance Fund
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JULY is......
| July brings the following in-store promotion opportunities:
July is.....National Ice Cream; Hot Dog; Baked Beans and Blueberry Month.
July Holiday and Events include:
July 4, 2010 - Independence Day
July 18, 2010 - National Ice Cream Day!
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Education Conference - January 15-22, 2011
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| CIGA's 30th Annual Education Conference will be held at the Sheraton Resort, Maui, Hawaii.
Registration is located on CIGA's
website - fill it out and fax it to (916)
929-0301 or call CIGA at 800/852-7606
and we'll sign you up!
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CIGA's 51st Annual Sonoma Golf Tournament
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WHEN: Wednesday, June 2, 2010
WHERE: Oakmont Golf Course - Santa Rosa
| CIGA's 51st Annual Golf Tournament. Come enjoy a round of golf with fellow independent grocers and supporting vendors.
Sign up Today! Registration form at www.ciga.org.
Don't golf? Volunteer or join us for the Awards Dinner - Hole Sponsor or Volunteer.
Great tee prizes, raffle prizes and golf awards!
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CIGA PAC - Contribute Today! You Can Make A Difference!
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Contribute
to CIGA's PAC #990928 - get involved in
the political process that will help get business friendly officials elected.
A
contribution of $250, $500, or $1,000 (note the maximum contribution is $5,300
in a calendar year). Click here for Donation Form. The time to get involved is NOW. Thank you!
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Trade News is the offifical publication of:
California Independent Grocers Association
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