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U. S. Post Office threatens hundreds of jobs in the City of Redlands

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By Paul Barich

The Federal Government is about to decide if it should stay or go, a decision that will effect hundreds if not thousands of residents in the Redlands area. While unemployment in the Inland Empire still hovers at an all time high and the government feigns at efforts to put a finger in the hole of the unemployment dike the U. S. Post Office is ready to drop the axe on hundreds of jobs by closing the distribution center in Redlands and rerouting the mail processing to smaller facilities further south or east.

While meetings have indicated that if Redlands processing is closed a portion of the handling will go to neighboring Moreno Valley, a smaller facility, just twenty miles away, that facility smaller in size will not be able to handle the volume.

While the outrage of no more first class delivery and the inconvenience to bulk rate customers is bad enough the real insult is the hundreds of workers who will have to relocate or lose their jobs should the decision to close be made regarding the Redlands site.

In the real business world it would make better sense to close the satellite offices and bring operations back to the larger base. But trust the Federal Government to over think the solution and impact the lives of hundreds of citizens and leave a gapping hole in the economy of a town that is already struggling to stay afloat.

Should the guillotine fall and the center close yet another building will stand empty and surrounding businesses will be affected. The burger joint and sandwich shops who have served those postal workers breakfast lunch and dinner for years will wonder not where the beef went but where the customers went? The gas stations and retailers will find a significant drop in sales when that many customers leave en mass. The housing market will take a hit as workers will either be forced to relocate, sell or simply walk away.

U. S. Post Office you are talking about hundreds of jobs and impacting thousands of people you need to be very sure you are not making a knee jerk decision but considering the bigger picture and influence on so many lives.

REDLANDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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December 2011 and January 2012

December 14 (Wednesday) Government Review Committee 4:00 PM Chamber Office

December 15 (Thursday) Ambassador Committee Meeting 8:00 AM Chamber Office

December 16 (Friday) RIBBON CUTTING/GRAND OPENING SLEEP NUMBER STORE 127 Alabama Redlands, CA 12:00 Noon

December 21 (Wednesday) Board of Directors 7:30 – 9:00 AM Chamber Office NO BUSINESS TO BUSINESS IN DECEMBER DUE TO HOLIDAY

January 4 (Wednesday) Government Review Committee 4:00 PM Chamber Office

January 6 (Friday) Rise N Shine Redlands 7:00 AM Casa Loma Room, University of Redlands $10 Prepaid – $15 At the Door Reservations Needed (909) 793-2546

January 11 (Wednesday) Executive Board Committee 7:30 – 9:00 AM Chamber Office

January 11 (Wednesday) Government Review Committee 4:00 PM Chamber Office

January 18 (Wednesday) Board of Directors 7:30 – 9:00 AM Chamber Office

January 18 (Wednesday) Government Review Committee 4:00 PM Chamber Office

January 19 (Thursday) Ambassador Committee Meeting 8:00 AM Chamber Office

January 24 (Tuesday) Business to Business Networking 11:30 Lunch Meeting 12:00 Noon Chamber Office

January 25 (Wednesday) Government Review Committee 4:00 PM Chamber Office

January 26 (Thursday) Chamber Installation Dinner & Community Awards Ceremony 6:00 PM Casa Loma Room, University of Redlands $50.00 Per Person Reservations Needed (909) 793-2546

Welcome New Chamber Members

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FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Darryl Evey
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 760-843-0701
Fax: 760-843-9551
Web Site: www.familyassist.org

FIVE TEN
Wally Barker
1419 W. State Street Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 798-4222
Fax: 798-5272
Web Site: www.fiveten.com

FOUNDATION FOR CAL STATE SAN BDNO
Richard Jarvis
5500 University Parkway San Bernardino, CA 92407
Phone: 537-7769
Fax: 537-7017
Web Site: www.csvsbfoundation.scusb.edu

NORSEMAN & CO.
Michael Wilke
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 809-9573

REDLANDS DENTAL GROUP
Lisa Chatwood
422 Orange Street Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 792-7500
Fax: 792-7503
Web Site: www.redlandsdental.com

SLEEP NUMBER STORE
Laura Calderon 127 Alabama Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 792-0195

THE SUN
4030 No. Georgia Blvd San Bernardino, CA 92407
Phone: 386-3990
Fax: 889-3176
Web Site: www.inlandnewspapers.com

A Better Class Limousine guarantees to get the job done right the first time

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City Council passes ordinance that provides preference for local businesses

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In an effort to promote business retention, Redlands City Council recently agreed to provide an 8% preference for goods, equipment, services or construction to local businesses in the procurement processes for the City of Redlands. The intent of the ordinance is to promote economic health and encourage local business participation in the procurement process.

Local businesses are defined as having a valid Redlands Business License and having its principal business operation located in the City of Redlands.

Until the recent decision the local preference was just 1% a small differential that made little or no difference in the bidding process. The move to increase the local preference will encourage local vendors to participate in the procurement process and keep the dollars local.

While the Chamber has been focused on a Shop Redlands Campaign for years the City’s leadership in setting the new 8% preference for local businesses aids in delivering the message of keeping the dollars circulating in town.

To learn more about the procurement process contact the City purchasing department or go on line www.cityofredlands.org.

Chamber to host the Annual Installation Dinner and Civics Award Ceremony in January

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The Redlands Chamber of Commerce will present new directors and welcome new officers to the organization Thursday, January 26, 2012, at the Casa Loma Room, University of Redlands.

After the installation of directors and officers, attendees will be treated to the announcement of the prestigious Man and Woman of the Year and Police    and    Firefighter    of    the    Y ear Awards. While selections are made earlier, all four awards are held in secret until the announcement that evening creating an air or excitement and surprise until the very last revelation.

Tickets are limited; reservations are necessary, $50 per person. For information about the dinner call the Chamber office at 793-2546.

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Kitchen Solvers services include, cabinet re-facing, installing new cabinets, countertops, accessories, and more. But they are not limited to just kitchens they can help you remodel your bath, your closet help you with organizing systems and even with your flooring needs.

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To bring your kitchen or bath dreams into reality call David Fisher at 909 709 4964 for an appointment today.

President Elect Paul Barich announces new directors to the Board

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Serving as Chair of the Nomination Committee Barich announces nominees for directors who have agreed to step up to serve three-year terms to the Chamber’s Board of Directors.

Richard Pennington, owner of Pennington Designs, has been and active member of the Chamber since joining. He has also lent his time and talent to the Redlands Optimists as well as a number of community projects that has him fully engaged in the city and business community.

Geoff Bonney, owner of Bonney Architects, has
volunteered his talents as a leader with the chamber for a number of years, serving on the Government Review Committee most recently as
chair, spearheading the campaign to assist Senator Bob Dutton pass legislation to assist business owners comply with ADA requirements while at the same time avoid “legal extortion” demands made by unprincipled attorneys. Bonney has also been involved in the Million Dollar Mutt Mansion and Redlands Chamber LIVE

Wayne Stair, First Centennial Bank is returning to the Board after a short hiatus. Wayne, a Leadership Redlands graduate, has served the organization in a number of capacities including Treasurer and Past President as well and talented presenter on Redlands Chamber LIVE. He was a member of the Downtown Redlands Business Association Board of Directors and is now returning to the Chamber to offer his expertise and talent to the Board.

Paul Emmerson, owner of Emmerson of Emmerson and Farrar Jewelers will join the Board and bring a new perspective to the organization. Paul has been a long time supporter of the Chamber and after serving as a champion of downtown Redlands will bring his leadership skills and retail
knowledge to the Chamber Board.

Matt Younkman, Beeman’s Pharmacy Redlands, a member of the Young Professionals Network, will step up representing the next generation of business leaders. Matt has been involved in the Chamber prior to the formation of the YPN, having volunteered his services at the Chili Cook off and Fireman’s Muster and Redlands Chamber LIVE. He has served as MC of Rise n Shine Redlands and is a regular at Business to Business.

The organizations’ bylaws provides for additional nominees by petition signed by 20 members in good standing. Petitions must be filed at the Chamber office fifteen days after public notification.

Young Professionals Network hosted first successful Mixinar

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In spite of the seasons first rainfall Redlands’ young business professionals showed up at Hanger 24 in full force for the premiere “Mixinar” presented by the Redlands Chamber Young Professionals Network Committee. The sold out event brought the 21 to 40 year old set out to network, socialize and hear from Mayor Pete Aguilar, the evening’s keynote speaker.

Hanger 24 was the ideal location for the event offering a comfortable setting that allowed attendees a familiar venue for networking outside the usual locations.

As the youngest Mayor in Redlands history Pete Aguilar serves as an inspiration to the next generation of business leaders. He challenged those attending to be creative to think big and come up with the next “big idea”. He acknowledged that success and position are not determined by age but rather hard work and determination. His message was clear that the torch will be handed over and the leadership needs to be ready, willing and able to receive it.

Those attending enjoyed food samplings from the Stockyard, Romano’s, Jose’s Mexican Food and Kiddough’s Bakery, and door prizes were provided by Hanger 24,

“The Chamber’s The Young Professionals Network offers diverse opportunities for personal and professional growth through social and educational activities.” said Megan Barich, committee chair person. “The committee agreed this Mixinar would be an excellent way to introduce ourselves, our mission and purpose. We are delighted with the out come. This is the first of many YPN events the committee worked hard to put this together and it clearly paid off.”

We are grateful to the Mayor for joining us and challenging us to “step up to the plate” in the business arena.

We are looking forward to making plans for the next Young Professionals Network event early in 2012.”