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The Chamber will testify tomorrow in support of a waiver for the Point Loma Treatment Facility, which would allow the plant to continue its current wastewater treatment process and avoid significantly increased water rates for businesses and residents.

The Point Loma Treatment Facility processes approximately 175 million gallons of wastewater per day, generated by more than 2.2 million residents. Currently, wastewater at the facility is cleaned to the advanced primary level and pumped into the ocean outfall, which is one of the longest and deepest in the world. Read more

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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers programs for businesses including financial and federal contract procurement assistance, management assistance, and specialized outreach to women, minorities and armed forces veterans. The SBA also provides loans to victims of natural disasters and specialized advice and assistance in international trade. View the Small Business Resource Guide for an overview of SBA’s programs and services here or learn more about local resources for businesses here.

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Do it smart…do it now. Don’t get caught ordering your company Holiday Cards at the last minute this year. Shop online and save with your Chamber Office Depot Program Account at bsd.officedepot.com. Not participating in the Chamber Program yet? Click here to sign up . In store shopping option available too.

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FREE Professional Development In October

Sexual Harassment Webinar: Learn how to protect your company from harassment lawsuits.

SPEED: Recovery Planning Workshop : Learn tips to create or modify your strategic planning process for the coming economic upswing. Limited to 50 attendees, sign up now.

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Check out the Chamber Source for an update on Chamber events.

Have a great week!

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


Unlocking the Secrets: Networking Strategies - Oct. 14 Participate in this interactive workshop focused on the art of attending networking events.

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

Business Exchange- October 21 In this fast-paced set-up each company will have a table to display information and have two representatives. Each rep will be able to meet half the businesses in attendance, meaning your company will make 75 – 100 contacts in less than two hours.	.

Sexual Harassment Webinar (45 minutes) - Oct. 27, 10 a.m. Free to members! Learn how to protect your company from harassment lawsuits. Leading experts Kit Goldman and Memo Mendez inform, entertain and enlighten you. Clients include: Disney, HP, Turner Broadcast, HBO, State Farm, MGM, the U.S. Navy & many more! Every business needs this vital info!

Unlocking the Secrets: The Art of Giving a Presentation - Oct. 27 Learn how to show-off what you do and share what makes your business, product or service unique.

Unlocking the Secrets: The Power of Strategic Alliances - Oct. 27 This in-depth session dissects the importance of strategic alliances for anyone interested in becoming an excellent networker.

SPEED: Recovery Planning and Execution - Oct. 29 Learn tips to create or modify your strategic planning process to position your organization f or the coming economic upswing. 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.	.

Morning Buzz - November 3 This lively quarterly event will include a continental breakfast, networking activities, tabletop display opportunities, and a door prize drawing.

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.

When is Updating a Bad Thing?

I often advise people to keep their software up-to-date by applying patches and using the most current versions of software. This advice is sound, but you need to understand when a new version of software is a bad idea. Read more..

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