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Monthly Workshop Series on Lake County Tourism Business Starts May 17th

Lake County business owners and tourism professionals will have an exciting opportunity to learn, network, and be inspired in a new monthly workshop series to be held throughout the summer.

Posted on 5/11/2012

Stars of Lake County 2012 Recipients Are

The beautiful banquet room at PSI Seminars in was the venue for the 15th year of Stars of Lake County. The recipients were as follows:

Posted on 5/7/2012

Lake County Chamber Memorial Parade Theme: Hello Summer!

The Memorial Day Parade will be on Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 11 am and will be on Main Street in Lakeport. Applications now available

Posted on 4/25/2012

Supreme Court Issues Decision on Meal/Rest Periods

(April 13, 2012) Employers have finally received some much-needed clarity..........

Posted on 4/13/2012

PRELIMINARY APPROVAL GIVEN TO AMIA PROPOSAL TO OPERATE ANDERSON MARSH STATE PARK

The Anderson Marsh Interpretive Association (AMIA) proposal to take over the operation of the Park has now received preliminary approval from the Parks Department headquarters in Sacramento.

Posted on 4/5/2012

Stars of Lake County Nomination Deadline April 13, 2012

Nomination forms are available at the Lake County Chamber office, 875 Lakeport Blvd., Lakeport or

Posted on 3/29/2012

Local Organizations and Businesses Invited to Participate in Annual Earth Day Celebration

Calpine will host the annual community Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 14th at the Calpine Visitors Center in Middletown.

Posted on 3/28/2012

Businesses at Risk for Lawsuits

AB 1450 prohibits employers from considering an applicant’s current “employment status” .......

Posted on 3/22/2012

Results of the Clear Lake Bass Tournament Held March 17 & 18

Clear Lake Bass Tournament Results are for the 1st thru 22.

Posted on 3/19/2012

California Employer UI Taxes Set for Steady Annual Increases

California’s outstanding loan balance of more than $10.2 billion is close to triple......

Posted on 3/12/2012

Deadline Approaching to Claim Small Business Health Care Tax Credit

As the March 15 corporate tax filing deadline approaches,

Posted on 3/7/2012

Recordkeeping 101 Live Webinar March 15th 10am-11:30am

CalChamber, offers a Webinar to help employers understand the records they must keep.

Posted on 2/27/2012

Tax Relief For Homeowners?

Recently, the Franchise Tax Board introduced a campaign to make income tax filings and deductions more complicated

Posted on 1/27/2012

Counterfit $100 Circulating in Lake County

It has come to our attention that a very realisitc counterfit $100 bill is circulating in Lake County.

Posted on 1/19/2012

CalChamber: Draft ‘Green Chemistry’ Rules Still Unworkable,

In comments to the state Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC),

Posted on 1/17/2012

Yet Another Scam!

We have learned from our members in the Fine Arts Community that there is another scam circulating.

Posted on 1/6/2012

American Airlines Reports Fraudulent Emails Confirming Flights

American Airlines and now Verizon reports that they NEVER send executable files as attachments. See full article with sample of fraudulent email.

Posted on 12/5/2011

Winter Internship and Career Fair at UC Davis

Winter Internship and Career Fair Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. ARC Pavilion, University of California, Davis

Posted on 12/2/2011

24th Annual Holiday Lighted Parade Viewed By Several Hundred

The 24th Annyal Holiday Parade on November 26th was well attended as part of a Very Merry Main Street in Lakeport.

Posted on 11/30/2011

California State Pensions

Two potential initiatives filed with the attorney general’s office Wednesday November 2, 2011.

Posted on 11/3/2011

‘Job Killer’ Tag More Important Than Ever

Legislators don't want to be accused of “not being on the side of jobs and the economy.”

Posted on 10/13/2011

Governor Brown’s signature on SB 617

Regulatory overreach is often cited as a reason California is perceived as being hostile to business. Economic growth and prosperity depend on a predictable and rational regulatory climate.

Posted on 10/7/2011

Mt. Konocti's Wright Peak Trail Now Open

We are pleased to announce that Mt. Konocti has opened to the public beginning Saturday Sept 24th!

Posted on 10/6/2011

Mendocino College-Lake Center Ground Breaking Set

Ceremony on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. College staff, call 467-4018 for more information.......

Posted on 9/23/2011

'Job Killer' Bills Awaiting Action by Governor

September 12, 2011 In the closing days of the legislative session, four California Chamber of Commerce-opposed “job killer” bills passed the Legislature. One “job killer” passed the Legislature in late June and was vetoed by the Governor just a few days later. The following bills await action by Governor Edmund G. Brown

Posted on 9/12/2011

Workers’ Comp Victory for Employers

California employers and insurers scored a victory

Posted on 9/9/2011

Cost Saving Workers' Comp Bills Await Senate Action

Two CA Chamber of Commerce supported bills that will help lower workers' compensation costs await action in the Senate. AB 378 lowers pharmaceutical costs & AB 335 lowers frictional costs in the workers' compensation system.

Posted on 9/2/2011

QUAGGA MUSSEL THREAT STATE WIDE STATE OF EMERGENCY

At the reccommendation of the Clear Lake Advisory Committee on August 9th, the Lake County Board of Supervisors passed a Resolution requesting that Governor Brown declare a California State of Emergency.

Posted on 9/2/2011

ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN LAKE COUNTY

Energy efficiency benefits everyone both in the short and long term in both costs and Environmental benefits. Lake County Energy Watch,

Posted on 7/26/2011

Sales Tax Requirements for Non-Profits & Exempt Organizations from Betty T. Yee of State Board of Equalization

"Sales and Use Tax Requirements for Nonprofit and Exempt Charitable Organizations” has recently been updated with additional information including:

Posted on 7/22/2011

County Officials Work To Help Minimize Clear Lake's Seasonal Algae Bloom

LAKE COUNTY, CA — Lake County officials moved into action last week at the early signs of a seasonal algae bloom, which emerged in recent days on Clear Lake, in limited areas such as Redbud, Austin, and Highlands parks in the City of Clearlake and

Posted on 7/15/2011

Lake County Food Guide Now Available at the Lake County Chamber

Pick up your copy of the Lake County Food Guide.

Posted on 7/13/2011

Statewide Sales and Use Tax Rate Decreases by 1% on July 1st

The statewide base sales and use tax rate decreased from 8.25 percent to 7.25 percent on July 1, 2011.

Posted on 7/1/2011

RECREATIONAL AREAS FREE OF AQUATIC WEEDS

The County's more proactive approach to controlling aquatic weeds will create specific recreational areas

Posted on 6/30/2011

Discussion Proposed on District Boundaries

The Supervisorial Redistricting Advisory Committee invites members of the public to attend one or more of the meetings listed in this article.

Posted on 6/21/2011

What is Shop,Stay & Play?

Have you wondered what Shop, Stay & Play was all about? If you missed the workshop, please read on to find out more.

Posted on 6/20/2011

Lakeport Police Officers Association Announces Benefit

A benefit carwash will be held for Lake County Sheriff's officer Brian Kenner & his family on Saturday, June 25th from 10am to 2pm, Umpqua Bank parking lot on 11th St. in Lakeport. Brian

Posted on 6/7/2011

LAKE COUNTY SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION SET FOR MAY 20

The public is invited to attend a celebration of Lake County’s 150-year anniversary

Posted on 5/13/2011

In support of the LC 150 effort

KEELING-BARNES FAMILY FOUNDATION PRESENTS CHALLENGE AWARD TO COMMUNITY

Posted on 5/13/2011

Job Fair Planned By LAKE ONE-STOP

Attention Lake County Employers. If you are considering hiring employees, sign up with Lake One Stop for the May 20, 2011 Job Fair.

Posted on 5/4/2011

Governor Signs CalChamber-Supported Bill Removing State Tax on Health Care

removing the state tax on health care coverage for adult children.

Posted on 4/8/2011

All CA Food Handlers Must Carry Food Handler Card

The California Food Handler Card law went into effect Jan. 1, with a compliance deadline of July 1

Posted on 3/18/2011

Keep Redevelopment Funds in Lake County!

Please sign a petition telling the state legislature that you want the state to honor Proposition 22, passed last November, which rejects state budget raids of local redevelopment funds.

Posted on 3/9/2011

North Coast Tourism Council Annual Workshop March 22, 2011CANCELLED

The North Coast Tourism Council (NCTC) has created a wonderful opportunity for you to discover vibrant market segments. Cancelled!

Posted on 3/8/2011

URGENT: ~ DO YOU ISSUE 1099'S EACH YEAR?

Congress has expanded the IRS Form 1099 reporting requirements to include private citizens who own rental property.

Posted on 2/28/2011

Failure to Provide Meal and Rest Period Equals Two Violations

In a February 16 decision, the 2nd District Court of Appeal found

Posted on 2/23/2011

Tax Relief Bill

President Obama Signs Tax Relief Bill With 2% Employee Social Security Tax

Posted on 12/27/2010

TAX BILL HELPS FAMILY FARMERS AND RANCHERS

The estate tax forces farming families to take extensive and expensive actions

Posted on 12/17/2010

The Lake County Quilt Trail Phase I Complete

KELSEYVILLE – Phase I Maps are now available for downloading.

Posted on 12/13/2010