"The unsustainable pension system is the single greatest threat to our state's fiscal health. We recognize the many challenges faced by the Governor and the legislature in developing a timely and credible budget, and we support the Governor's demand that pension reforms be a part of that budget."
— Chamber President & CEO Gary Toebben, in response to the Governor's proposed pension reforms.
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Biz Groups Stand Guard Over Tax Breaks Los Angeles Business Journal, July 5 Read more
Chamber joins LABC, UCLA to launch campaign for Solar Feed-in Tariff program The Chamber joined the Los Angeles Business Council (LABC) and a coalition of business, environmental and nonprofit organizations Thursday to launch a campaign to create a 600-megawatt Solar Feed-in Tariff (FiT) program. The FiT would create thousands of local green jobs and generate enough clean energy to meet three percent of Los Angeles' needs. The program would facilitate private investment to meet renewable energy goals by enabling residents and business to install solar panels on their property and sell the power generated back to the electrical grid. "When we're creating a solar program in the City of L.A., we are going to approach sustainability with sustainability, to make sure this program has staying power," said Chief Deputy Mayor for the City of Los Angeles Jay Carson. This proposal was developed based on a report issued by the UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and the LABC.
Contact Jessica Duboff, 213.580.7558 or [email protected].
Chamber testifies in support of California job creation through high speed rail The Chamber testified in support of high speed rail Thursday at the California High Speed Rail Authority's Board of Directors meeting. Supporting high-speed rail will lead to job creation, environmental improvements and congestion reduction, and 450,000 permanent jobs are expected to be created by 2035 as a result of the economic growth the high-speed rail system will bring to California. Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa also voiced his support for the plan. "This is an infrastructure solution to relieve one of the most congested regions in the country." Contact Jessica Duboff, 213.580.7558 or [email protected].
Experience the culture and business climate of China with the Chamber The Chamber has partnered with Premier World Discovery to present a trip to China, featuring stops in Beijing, Suzhou, Hangzhou and Shanghai, along with the opportunity to see the changing business climate and gain insight into the Chinese culture. The nine-day tour includes roundtrip airfare, seven nights first-class hotels and 20 meals, in addition to comprehensive sightseeing. View the full trip details or call 310.372.3668.
Southern California Gas Company to continue leasing downtown location Southern California Gas Company will continue to lease 350,000 square feet at The Gas Company Tower, maintaining a significant presence in downtown Los Angeles. "We're pleased to announce our continued commitment to the City of Los Angeles and to a vibrant downtown community," said Michael W. Allman, president and chief executive officer of The Gas Company. "Our 1,300-plus employees based here enjoy the central location, proximity to public transportation, and all the services and conveniences that Downtown Los Angeles has to offer." Read more.
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The Chamber joined the Los Angeles Business Council (LABC) and a coalition of business, environmental and nonprofit organizations Thursday to launch a campaign to create a 600-megawatt Solar Feed-in Tariff (FiT) program. The FiT would create thousands of local green jobs and generate enough clean energy to meet three percent of Los Angeles' needs. The program would facilitate private investment to meet renewable energy goals by enabling residents and business to install solar panels on their property and sell the power generated back to the electrical grid. "When we're creating a solar program in the City of L.A., we are going to approach sustainability with sustainability, to make sure this program has staying power," said Chief Deputy Mayor for the City of Los Angeles Jay Carson. This proposal was developed based on a report issued by the UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and the LABC.
Contact Jessica Duboff, 213.580.7558 or 
The Chamber testified in support of high speed rail Thursday at the California High Speed Rail Authority's Board of Directors meeting. Supporting high-speed rail will lead to job creation, environmental improvements and congestion reduction, and 450,000 permanent jobs are expected to be created by 2035 as a result of the economic growth the high-speed rail system will bring to California. Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa also voiced his support for the plan. "This is an infrastructure solution to relieve one of the most congested regions in the country." Contact Jessica Duboff, 213.580.7558 or 
Southern California Gas Company will continue to lease 350,000 square feet at The Gas Company Tower, maintaining a significant presence in downtown Los Angeles. "We're pleased to announce our continued commitment to the City of Los Angeles and to a vibrant downtown community," said Michael W. Allman, president and chief executive officer of The Gas Company. "Our 1,300-plus employees based here enjoy the central location, proximity to public transportation, and all the services and conveniences that Downtown Los Angeles has to offer." 
