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Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce I April 13
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L.A. BUSINESS THIS WEEK
Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce Weekly Newsletter
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L.A. City Council approved Chamber-supported housing ordinance
This week, the Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved both the Permanent Supportive Housing Ordinance (PSH) and the Interim Motel Conversion Ordinance, policies the Chamber has spent the last year advocating in support of. Prior to the vote, President & CEO Gary Toebben spoke at a rally with community partners and elected officials on the importance of these tools to address our homelessness crisis. The PSH ordinance creates a streamlined process for approvals of Proposition HHH projects while the Interim Motel Conversion Ordinance is a creative strategy to use existing resources immediately. Both ordinances are expected to be signed by Mayor Garcetti.
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MWD supports California WaterFix
In a major victory, the Metropolitan Water District's Board of Directors approved a plan to take on more financial responsibility for funding California WaterFix two tunnel option. The Chamber spoke at Tuesday's Board meeting, emphasizing our long-standing support for the project, the project's urgency and its link to local water projects. The Board of Director's historic decision to support a two tunnel approach, instead of the recently floated one tunnel option, allows the state to move forward with securing a reliable, safe and secure water supply for decades to come.
LAX modernization takes huge step forward
Wednesday, the L.A. City Council unanimously approved a $4.9 million contract for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of an automated people mover at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) that will carry passengers from the central terminal area to a rental car facility, intermodal transportation center and connect to the Metro system. The Chamber has long advocated in favor of this transformative project for the gateway to Los Angeles. Congratulations to LAWA and all the Chamber member companies involved in the LAX Integrated Express Solutions winning proposal.
Democracy at Work campaign launch
On Monday, the Chamber hosted a press conference with Secretary of State Alex Padilla, Frontier Communications and the Los Angeles Rams to announce the launch of Democracy at Work, a non-partisan initiative that encourages businesses to promote voter registration to employees and customers. For information, resources or to engage your company, see HERE.
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IMG premieres King Tut Exhibition in L.A.
To celebrate the 100-year anniversary of the discovery of King Tut's tomb, the California Science Center proudly presents the world premiere of KING TUT: TREASURES OF THE GOLDEN PHARAOH - the largest King Tut exhibition ever toured! Los Angeles will be the first city in the world to host the precious artifacts. In a dramatic new presentation, dazzling multimedia complements rare artifacts to take guests on an immersive journey of the pharaoh's quest for immortality. Examine exquisite rings found on King Tut's fingers, opulent jewelry that adorned his body, and the gold sandals placed on his feet upon burial. Discover how the scientific analysis of King Tut's 3,300-year-old mummy has revealed new information about his health and lineage, and how cutting-edge technologies have played a role in discovering new tombs and analyzing existing ones in ways never before imagined.
Chamber members can book now and save $5 off the adult ticket price. To BUY TICKETS NOW Use promo code: lachamber.
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World Trade Week kickoff event to highlight economic impact of global trade
On Friday, May 4, more than 900 prominent business, government and civic leaders will assemble for the 92nd annual kickoff of World Trade Week (WTW) in Southern California. This year, we will be joined by L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti and Laurie Tolson, chief digital officer for GE Transportation, who will give the keynote address. Tolson will detail the partnership between GE and the Port of Los Angeles on a new digital information system, which aggregates key cargo data online to facilitate better cargo tracking, projections and productivity. The kickoff breakfast will also feature a special conversation with U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Kevin McAleenan. READ MORE about WTW or RSVP today.
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The Action
Chamber supports housing ordinance at press conference
MWD supports California WaterFix
LAX modernization takes huge step forward
Democracy at Work campaign
The Member
IMG premieres King Tut Exhibition in L.A.
The Opportunity
World Trade Week kickoff event to highlight economic impact of global trade
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Welcome New Chamber Members!
Kasya Imaginative Inc.
IMG Worldwide
ROADIS USA HOLDING LLC (ROADIS)
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Member Good News
The Biggest Electrical Vehicle Company You've Never Heard Of - BYD (Build Your Dreams) was recently recognized by Fast Company magazine as the world's largest maker of electric vehicles. READ MORE.
It's Official: Los Angeles to host 2020 MLB All-Star Game:
Los Angeles will host Major League Baseball's 91st All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium in July 2020. Congratulations to our friends at the Los Angeles Dodgers for bringing the Midsummer Classic back to our city for the first time since 1980. READ MORE.
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In the News...
Dreamers and the workforce, NBC News, 3.28.18; California business leaders oppose US tariffs on Chinese imports, Global Times, 3.26.18; California business leaders oppose U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, Xinhuanet.com, 3.25.18; Tarzana hospital's 'critical' $542 million expansion gets key approval, Los Angeles Daily News, 3.20.18; First China International Import Expo to Hold Roadshow in Los Angeles on March 23, PR Newswire, 3.16.18
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