Blogs of the LA Area Chamber
Historic Water Conversation Today
Gary Toebben on September 26, 2017 at 5:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
Today, the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) Board of Directors will hold a historic hearing on the California Water Fix proposed by Gov. Brown to modernize the State Water Project. The Governor's plan would greatly enhance the reliability of a long-term water supply for L.A. County and Southern California. It would also improve the environmental integrity of the Bay Area Delta which is an integral part of the State Water Project.
An Olympic Victory Bigger Than a Month in 2028
Gary Toebben on September 19, 2017 at 9:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
In the summer of 2028, the world will flock to Los Angeles to celebrate sports, share cultures and inspire the youth of our world to run faster, reach higher and grow stronger in all aspects of life. The Games will also leave a legacy for L.A., as they have in the past. Many athletes, coaches and fans will travel Olympic Blvd. to visit the Los Angeles Convention Center and Staples Center for events like fencing, taekwondo, boxing, table tennis and basketball. In 1932, 10th Street was renamed Olympic Blvd. for the 10th modern Olympiad. It was the first of many legacies the Olympic movement would leave on our City.
Voice Your Opinion in Sacramento This Final Week
Gary Toebben on September 12, 2017 at 9:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
Meet With L.A. Elected Officials on Sept. 27
Gary Toebben on September 5, 2017 at 9:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
The Chamber invites you to hear from Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Council President Herb Wesson, City Attorney Mike Feuer, City Controller Ron Galperin and members of the L.A. Council during Access City Hall on Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Throughout the year, the Chamber serves as your voice and the voice of the L.A. business community at L.A. City Hall. We represent you in hours of meetings and hearings so you can focus on serving your customers and growing your business. But once a year, we ask you to join us at City Hall to advocate with one voice for a set of recommendations that will spur economic growth in L.A. and benefit every business in our region.