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Pro business groups are concerned that the San Diego County draft General Plan Update (GPU) will not meet the region’s future employment, economic development and regional housing needs because of significant down zoning. The GPU has not been updated since 1978, and will direct future growth in the unincorporated areas of the County.

Last Thursday, the Chamber, Building Industry Association and San Diego Economic Development Corporation came together to testify before the San Diego County Planning Commission citing concerns with certain key policy elements of the draft GPU.

Click here to read the coalition’s concerns and recommendations and click here for more information on the GPU.

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San Diego is the only city in the County and among the few cities in the state that charge employers Housing Impact or ‘Linkage’ Fees. In spite of the weak economy, some Council members believe it is appropriate to increase these fees. Read more...

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This is your last chance to register for the Wednesday, December 2nd Fireside Chat with Mayor Jerry Sanders presented by SAIC.

For Circles of Influence members only – our final Circles Reception of the year is at the Rancho Bernardo Inn on December 10. Circles Receptions are proudly presented by Fashion Valley Mall / Simon Gift Cards and sponsored by ESET, Prime Business Systems / AVAYA & SAIC.

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NEVER stop networking, it’s your lifeline to future business. Check out the Chamber Source to learn about the chamber's impressive lineup of FREE seminars and networking events.

Have a great week!

Bill Holman
Vice President, External Affairs
San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce

Fireside Chat with San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders - December 2

An informal discussion and Q&A with the city's chief executive. This intimate setting provides an opportunity to engage Mayor Sanders on local issues important to your business.

Circles of Influence Reception - December 10

The Circles of Influence Reception will be held at the Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Resort & Spa. Don't miss out on this opportunity to mix and mingle at this exclusive event with other Chamber Circles of Influence members. Event is only open to members at the Bronze level or higher.

Business After Five Mixer - December 17

The December Mixer will be held at Crowne Plaza San Diego. Check out this newly renovated Convention Center and the Grand Hanalei Ballroom. Join us this holiday season to mix and mingle with at least 250 Chamber members and cap your year off with great business relationships.

Interested in Hosting a Mixer?

Hosting an event is a prime opportunity to
promote your business to a captive
audience while displaying firsthand the
quality of your product, service and facility.
Click here for more info

The Chamber Academy is dedicated to educate and cultivate the business community throughout the region by providing informational seminars and workshops. Chamber Academy is complimentary for San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce members, thanks to our sponsor Bank of America.

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Unlocking the Secrets: Referral Generation - December 15 Take no nonsense look into making word of mouth marketing really work.

Unlocking the Secrets: Networking Strategies - December 17 Participate in this interactive workshop focused on the art of attending networking events.

SIMPLICITY: Blow Out Bureaucracy and Costs - December 18 In three and a half hours, you and your staff will learn a new way to plan that is holistic, effective and ensures ongoing attention and focus on your organization's strategic objectives.

Unlocking the Secrets: The Power of Strategic Alliances - January 20 This in-depth session dissects the importance of strategic alliances for anyone interested in becoming an excellent networker.

Unlocking the Secrets: The Art of Giving a Presentation - January 26 Learn how to show-off what you do and share what makes your business, product or service unique.

Watch Out for Vishing

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