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GOVERNOR SIGNS LEGISLATION TO STREAMLINE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Chamber applauds Gov. Jerry Brown for signing legislation this week to streamline environmental review for key construction projects. The two bills — AB 900 and SB 292 — signed during a ceremony, above, at the proposed site of the Farmers Field stadium, are expected to drive hundreds of millions of dollars in economic investment while ensuring all projects meet California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) criteria. "It's time for big thinking and big projects that put Californians back to work," said Gov. Brown. The Chamber was a proponent for both these bills. Contact Beverly Kenworthy, 213.580.7531. (Photo courtesy of Office of Gov. Jerry Brown)
Join the Chamber at ACCESS L.A. City Hall, Oct. 5
 If you haven't registered yet, plan to join hundreds of L.A. business leaders for the Chamber's annual ACCESS L.A. City Hall event on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 7:30-11:30 a.m. Confirmed speakers include L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, City Council President Eric Garcetti, L.A. City Controller Wendy Greuel and L.A. City Attorney Carmen Trutanich. The Beacon Economics Los Angeles City Council Districts 2011 Economic Report will also be presented. Register now or contact Beverly Kenworthy, 213.580.7531.
Chamber meets with U.S. Ambassadors to promote business in Latin America
 On Wednesday, the U.S. Ambassadors to Peru and Chile, and the U.S. Charge d'Affaires to Brazil called on Chamber members to explore business opportunities in Latin America, help double U.S. exports and support 2 million jobs by 2015.
"If it’s made in the United States, chances are there’s a market for it in Chile," said U.S. Ambassador to Chile Alejandro Wolff. "There’s brand recognition and confidence — we’re deemed reliable." Ambassador Wolff was joined by U.S. Ambassador to Peru Rose Likins, U.S. Charge d'Affaires to Brazil Todd Chapman and Vicki Weil of the Business Council for International Understanding. From left: Likins, Wolff and Chapman. Contact Jasmin Sakai-Gonzalez, 213.580.7569.
Chamber discusses future outlook for Port of Los Angeles
 "We're excited at the Port of Los Angeles for stepping into the future. We see lots of challenges, but lots of opportunities," said Mike Christensen (left), Port deputy executive director at the Economy & Infrastructure Council on Wednesday. Even with the highly anticipated opening of the widened Panama Canal, Christensen said, businesses are still willing to pay a premium to come to Southern California, as long as we can give them value. The Council also voted to support the recently released draft EIR for BNSF Railway Company's Southern California International Gateway project, which is projected to remove 1.5 million truck trips annually from our freeways and create 22,000 direct and indirect jobs in Southern California. Contact Jessica Duboff, 213.580.7558.
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Los Angeles to host Water Environment Federation convention, Oct. 15
 The Water Environment Federation (WEF) will convene its 84th Annual Technical Exhibition and Conference — the largest and most significant water quality event in North America — at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Oct. 15-19. More than 17,000 are estimated to attend with a total of 32,000 room nights reserved, making a significant economic impact citywide and generating nearly $30 million in revenue.
"We're extremely pleased to welcome WEF back to Los Angeles," said Mark Liberman, president and CEO of LA INC. The Los Angeles Convention and Visitors Bureau. Read more.
PwC celebrates 100 years in Los Angeles
 PricewaterhouseCoopers LLC US (PwC) recently celebrated 100 years in Los Angeles, and all 1,400 of the firm's local partners and staff are getting involved to give back to the community. To honor the centennial, PwC's L.A. office launched "100 Years of Service, 100 Ways of Giving Back," a major community service campaign featuring projects across greater Los Angeles. Above, Martha Corbett, managing partner for PwC's L.A. office, with a certificate recognizing the company for being a Chamber member for 100 years, presented by Chamber VP of Business Development Lee Ligons, at the kickoff celebration at Walt Disney Concert Hall. Read more.
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Chamber signs trade agreement with Korean importers
On Thursday, the Chamber and the Korea Importers Association signed an agreement, agreeing to share information about new and ongoing trade opportunities, investments, as well as joint ventures. Above, Dr. Ju-Tae Lee, Korea Importers Association, with Chamber President & CEO Gary Toebben. Contact Carlos J. Valderrama, 213.580.7570.
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The Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE) will host the 6th Annual Diversity Job & Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Pasadena Conference Center. More than 40 local and national, public and private employers who are currently hiring will be at the fair. Attendance is free, but space is limited. Register now.
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