WEEKLY HEADLINES WEEKLY HEADLINES Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce 91 Gregory Lane, Suite 11 Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 (925) 687-0700 pleasanthillchamber.com [email protected]HOURS Monday - Thursday 10:00am - 3:00pm CLOSED Independence Day Tuesday, July 4, 2017 Steve Van Dorn President & CEO [email protected]Tina Traum Membership & Events Manager [email protected]Juanita Lopez Office & Membership Coordinator [email protected]Chamber Chamber Calendar Calendar **Friday!** 06/30/2017 - Pleasant Hill Tourism Improvement District (PHTID) Committee Meeting 07/04/2017 - Independence Day Chamber Office Closed 07/06/2017 - Wine at the Plaza Summer Concert Series: Fleetwood Mask 07/07/2017 - Chamber Ambassador Meeting 07/13/2017 - See's Candies Chamber Mixer 07/14 & 07/15/2017 - Blues & Brews Festival 07/20/2017 - Chamber Board Meeting 07/20/2017 - Ombudsman Service Ribbon Cutting Thank You to our Thank You to our Community Impact Partners Community Impact Partners July July Upcoming Events! Upcoming Events! Pleasant Hill Farmers' Market leasant Hill Farmers' Market Saturday, July 1st, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Gregory Lane & Trelany Road, Pleasant Hill Buy Fresh. Buy Local. Shop your Farmers' Market! Buy Fresh. Buy Local. Shop your Farmers' Market! The Pleasant Hill Farmers' Market is open every Saturday from May 6th to October 28th, bringing you the freshest locally-grown produce from your favorite farmers. If you would like to promote your business at the Pleasant Hill Farmers' Market, please contact the Cham ber office! Pleasant Hill | 4th of July Parade, Festival & Pleasant Hill | 4th of July Parade, Festival & Fireworks | 2017 Fireworks | 2017 Tuesday, July 4, 2017 - All Day | Cost: FREE Pleasant Hill Park | Cleaveland & Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, CA
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WEEKLY HEADLINESWEEKLY HEADLINESPleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce
**Friday!**06/30/2017 - Pleasant Hill Tourism Improvement District (PHTID)
Committee Meeting
07/04/2017 - Independence Day Chamber Office Closed
07/06/2017 - Wine at the Plaza Summer Concert Series:Fleetwood Mask
07/07/2017 - Chamber Ambassador Meeting
07/13/2017 - See's Candies Chamber Mixer
07/14 & 07/15/2017 - Blues & Brews Festival
07/20/2017 - Chamber Board Meeting
07/20/2017 - Ombudsman Service Ribbon Cutting
T ha nk Yo u t o o urT ha nk Yo u t o o urC o mmunit y I mp a ct Pa rt ne rsC o m munit y I m p a ct Pa rt ne rs
JulyJuly Upcoming Eve nts ! Upcoming Eve nts !
PP le asant Hil l Farme rs ' Marke t le asant Hil l Farme rs ' Marke t Saturday, July 1st, 9:00 am - 1:00 pmGregory Lane & Trelany Road, Pleasant Hill
Buy Fresh. Buy Local. Shop your Farmers' Market!Buy Fresh. Buy Local. Shop your Farmers' Market!
The Pleasant Hill Farmers' Market is open every Saturday from May 6th to October 28th,bringing you the freshest locally-grown produce from your favorite farmers.
If you would like to promote your business at the Pleasant Hill Farmers' Market, pleasecontact the Chamber office!
Ple asant Hil l | 4th o f July Parade , Fe s tiva l &Ple asant Hil l | 4th o f July Parade , Fe s tiva l &F ire wo rks | 2017F ire wo rks | 2017Tuesday, July 4, 2017 - All Day | Cost: FREE
Pleasant Hill Park | Cleaveland & Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, CA
Y oung Pro fe s s iona ls Mixe rY oung Pro fe s s iona ls Mixe rJune 22, 2017
Thank you to every one that joined us andThank you to every one that joined us andour guest speaker , our guest speaker , Marc Guzman, Marc Guzman, a sociala social
media guru!media guru!We would also like to thank ChamberWe would also like to thank Chamber
Member, Member, Yalla Mediter raneanYalla Mediter ranean for hosting for hostingus!us!
Member NewsMember News
Pleasant Hill hosts a full day of Fourth of July fun with events rangingfrom a traditional patriotic parade through the downtown Crescent Drive
area, family fun and games in Pleasant Hill Park, and live music andfireworks in the evening at College Park High School on July 4, 2017.
2017 Schedule:
6:30 am - Registration opens for the Firecracker 5K FunRun by the Clock Tower on Crescent Drive7:50 am - 100 yard dash for kids 7 and under8 am - Firecracker 5K Fun Run9:30 am - Parade begins. This year's theme is "Red,White and Bloom"10:30 am - Party in the Park at Pleasant Hill Park - Food,kid's games, watermelon eating contest, live music byDr. D, petting zoo, inflatables, etc.7:15 pm - Fireworks show begins with live music by FastTimes followed by spectacular fireworks show. Foodvendors will be there.
You just might see some of your friendly Chamber members there withspecial transportation courtesy of Sallie Severns - State Farm.
(2016 Fourth of July Parade - Picture Courtesy of Susan Wood Photography)
"Wine at the Plaza""Wine at the Plaza"Summe r Conce r t Se r ie sSumme r Conce r t Se r ie sThursday, July 6th, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pmDowntown Plaza, Pleasant Hill (in front of JACK'S Restaurant & Bar)
Performing at the July 6th ConcertF le e t wo o d Ma s kF le e t wo o d Ma s k
DID YOU BUY YOUR TICKETS YET?DON'T MISS OUT ON PLEASANT HILL'S
BIGGEST BEER FEST!
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
Join the Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Pleasant Hill, and theCity of Pleasant Hill at our July Summer Concert Series and Wine at the Plaza onJuly 6th, 2017 and every 1st Thursday of each month through September. Bringthe whole family to the Downtown Plaza and enjoy great music, great wine orbeer, face painting and great community fun! Music starts at 6:30 pm, comeearly and get the best spot!
680 Networking Group680 Networking Group2nd & 4th Wednesday and Thursday of the Month8:30 - 10:00 amJFK University, 100 Ellinwood Way, Pleasant Hill
Specifically designed for Chamber members who want to grow their professional network.This is a great opportunity to share ideas, find ways to generate new business, and buildconnections. For more information, please call or email the Chamber Office.
Chambe r Bus ine ss Mixe rChambe r Bus ine ss Mixe rHos te d by Se e 's Cand ie sHos te d by Se e 's Cand ie sThursday, July 13th, 5:00 - 7:00 pmSee's Candies (across from Kohl's)2380 Monument Blvd, Suite E, Pleasant Hill
Join us for our July Business Mixer at See's Candies (across from Kohl's)
Not your ordinary See's Candies, this See's location is dedicated to service your specificneeds. Our helpful shop team is always ready and willing to lend a hand. Specializing inVolume Discounts, we are here to meet your Business Gifts and Fundraising needs!
Free to Chamber Members!Guest and Non-Members: $20
Members: Don't forget to bring a prize for the raffle, which gives you theopportunity to promote your business!
Blue s & Bre ws Fe s tiva lBlue s & Bre ws Fe s tiva lFriday, July 14th & Saturday, July 15thPleasant Hill Park, 147 Gregory Lane
Sponsorships are filling up fast! Contact the Chamber Office toconnect with the Pleasant Hill Community!
2017 Destination Guide and Business2017 Destination Guide and BusinessDirectoryDirectory
Don't miss this opportunity to upgrade your basicDon't miss this opportunity to upgrade your basiclisting in our upcoming business directory, whichlisting in our upcoming business directory, whichwill be distributed to over 13,000 businesses andwill be distributed to over 13,000 businesses and
residents in Pleasant Hill!residents in Pleasant Hill!
This 8.5 x 11 full color, glossy magazine-style guide and perfect-bound directory includes a free basic listing for all Chamber
members. If you would like to upgrade your basic listing to include alogo or Ad space, please contact the ChamberChamber .
**IMPORTANT****IMPORTANT**Since all Chamber members wil l be l isted complimentarySince all Chamber members wil l be l isted complimentaryin this directory, please make sure all of your informationin this directory, please make sure all of your informationis correct on our website. Contact the is correct on our website. Contact the ChamberChamber with any with any
changes to your information.changes to your information.
Pleasant Hill Park, 147 Gregory Lane
Pleasant Hill's favorite July event attracts thousands of music and beer lovers!The Blues & Brews Festival is held at the Pleasant Hill Park on Gregory Lane.Start dancing on Friday night when the music begins and continue dancingSaturday as the day is packed with fabulous Blues Music!
Your last chance to Your last chance to Become a Sponsor!Become a Sponsor!
Volunteer Needed!Volunteer Needed!
Ombudsman Se rvice s o f ContraOmbudsman Se rvice s o f ContraCos ta R ibbon Cutting Co s ta R ibbon Cutting Thursday, July 20th, 5:00 - 6:30 pm2255 Contra Costa Blvd., Suite 204, Pleasant Hill
Come join us help Chamber Member, Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, newlocation with a Ribbon Cutting!
They are the primary and first advocates for the 9,000 residents of long term care in ContraCosta County.
Gove rnme nt Affa irs Committe e Gove rnme nt Affa irs Committe e Monday, June 26th, 4:30 - 5:30pmBack Forty Texas BBQ100 Coggins Drive, Pleasant Hill The Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee (GAC) providesa monthly forum for members to interact with our local elected officials. With an everincreasing business representation and committed leadership, we provide a unified voiceon issues and projects affecting businesses, members and citizens within the Chamber's
Don't Miss Out On Theses Great Opportunities to PromoteDon't Miss Out On Theses Great Opportunities to Promote
Your Business!Your Business!For more info, For more info, contactcontact the Chamber office. the Chamber office.
Blues & Brews FestivalBlues & Brews FestivalFriday, July 14th & Saturday, July 15th
Pleasant Hill's favorite July event attracts thousands of music andbeer lovers! The Blues & Brews Festival is held at the PleasantHill Park on Gregory Lane. Start dancing on Friday night when themusic begins and continue dancing Saturday as the day ispacked with fabulous Blues Music!
Last Chance to Become a Sponsor!Last Chance to Become a Sponsor!
Ar t, Wine & Music FestivalAr t, Wine & Music FestivalSat., October 7th & Sun., October 8th
Pleasant Hill Chamber's premier event, the first weekend ofOctober! Enjoy a weekend of FREE live music, fun activities andexpanded entertainment area for children, over 70 arts & craftvendors, as well as premium wines and micro-brew beers. Don'tmiss this favorite bay area event for the entire family!
Become a Sponsor of one of Pleasant Hill'sBecome a Sponsor of one of Pleasant Hill'sBiggest Events!Biggest Events!
Welcome New MembersThank you for starting your partnership with us!
CarePatrol
Diablo Valley Camp Bow Wow
Pet and Home Care
Zio Fraedo's Inc
The Light Digital
Les Schwab Tire Center
Evoke Spinal Care
P. Richard Means
Peirano Jewelers Est. 1976
spavia day spa
ADT Security Services
Gilmour Insurance Agency - Farmers Insurance
Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa
Assembly Member Timothy S. Grayson
The Chamber Link
on issues and projects affecting businesses, members and citizens within the Chamber'sservice area. For more information on the Government Affairs Committee, click here.
MEGA MIXERMEGA MIXERThursday, July 27th, 5:00 - 7:00 pmConcord Clarion Hotel1050 Burnett Ave., Concord
Join the Chambers of Pleasant Hill, Concord, Lafayette, Martinez, Orinda, Moraga,Hispanic & Walnut Creek.
Meet and network with members of multiple chambers at this fun annual event. Appetizerswill be generously provided by participating Chamber members.
Free to Chamber Members and their Guests!
Community Ne ws & Eve nts !Community Ne ws & Eve nts !GO-Biz Hosting 28 Workshops for Businesses Interested inGO-Biz Hosting 28 Workshops for Businesses Interested in
Applying for Over $200 Million in Tax CreditsApplying for Over $200 Million in Tax Credits
Sacramento, Calif. - The Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development(GO-Biz) today announced a series of 28 workshops across California designed to helpbusinesses apply for over $200 million in available California Competes Tax Credits(CCTC).
"Our message to business owners is simple, take advantage of this tax credit and createnew job opportunities," said Kristen Kane, GO-Biz Deputy Director. "The CaliforniaCompetes tax credit has encouraged hundreds of companies to expand in California and
Membership RenewalsThank you for your continued partnership with us!
June Renewals Zachary's Pizza
Pleasant Hill Grocery Outlet
Brandman University
Pleasant Hill Courtyard by Marriott
Foundation for Pleasant Hill Education
Pleasant Hill Community Foundation
Pacific Union - Michael Moore
Kinder's Custom Meats, Inc
Eye and Vision Center of Pleasant Hill
Artisan Home Builders & Custom Cabinetry
Pacific Gas & Electric
The McConnell Group
Michael Harris
Waters Moving & Storage
SkinScience Med Spa
Steve Lack
AHA! Movement
Timmons Auto & Truck Repairs
Chamber Opportunitiesclick for more information
Chambe r is Go ing to CHINA!Chambe r is Go ing to CHINA!
Registration FormDestination Info
Questions & Answers
City Happenings
06/29/2017 - Measure K Oversight Committee
06/29/2017 - Planning Commission Special Meeting
Competes tax credit has encouraged hundreds of companies to expand in California andadd thousands of good paying jobs. This application is free, it's easy to apply and we wantgreat companies that are expanding to receive these valuable tax credits."
GO-Biz is awarding over $200 million in tax credits in fiscal year 2017-18. The next CCTCapplication period starts July 24, 2017. Businesses interested in applying can register toattend any of the workshops and receive helpful information from GO-Biz staff. GO-Bizhas also partnered with several organizations to help promote the workshops andencourage local businesses to attend the events.
This program is open to any business planning to create new full-time jobs in the state,regardless of size or location. Since 2014, GO-Biz has allocated $492.5 million to 688companies projected to create 70,747 new jobs and $14.4 billion in new investments.The online application can be accessed starting July 24, 2017.
Members of the CCTC team are available to provide technical application assistance. Anapplication guide, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), program regulations, and a videoexplaining how to create an account are available here.
COMPLETE LIST OF WORKSHOPS (JUNE 26 - JULY 20)
Share Your Thoughts on the Future of Transportation in ContraShare Your Thoughts on the Future of Transportation in ContraCosta County Costa County at a Public Open House!at a Public Open House!
The 2017 Countywide Transportation Plan (CTP) provides the overall direction forachieving and maintaining a balanced and functional transportation system within ContraCosta County while strengthening links between land use decisions and transportation. Itoutlines the Contra Costa Transportation Authority's (CCTA) vision for Contra Costa andestablishes goals, strategies, projects, and actions for achieving that vision. The CTP will play an important role in shaping our transportation policy and investmentdecisions over the next two decades. Currently about $3.7 billion in project funding hasbeen identified, which is not enough to meet our long-range transportation needs. The CTPoutlines the strategies that are essential for a smooth transition from vision to reality.
So far, more than 5,000 people from all over Contra Costa have participated in a range ofactivities to inform the CTP. CCTA is now holding an additional phase of engagement toenable the community to weigh in on the 2017 CTP. As a Commissioner for CCTA, Iinvite you to join us at our upcoming public meeting to learn more about the CTP, theprocess to date, and upcoming opportunities to participate in shaping the CTP:
CTP Public Open HouseThursday, June 29, 2017
6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.2999 Oak Road, Suite 150Walnut Creek, CA 94597
You can also submit your feedback at our convenient Online Open House portal, whichwill remain open through August 1, 2017. Let's work together on a path toward an evenbetter transportation future for Contra Costa and the Bay Area!
Interstate 680 Nighttime Lane Reductions for Resurfacing WorkInterstate 680 Nighttime Lane Reductions for Resurfacing Workin Danville/San Ramonin Danville/San Ramon
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is working on a storm damagerepair project on Interstate 680 to replace failed concrete slabs from Diablo Road in Danvilleto Alcosta Boulevard in San Ramon. The work is to repair damage created when excessiverain caused delamination and undue unraveling of the top layer of road surface. Areas of
rain caused delamination and undue unraveling of the top layer of road surface. Areas ofpothole damage also will be addressed by the resurfacing work. Work hours are anticipatedto be as follows:
I-680 northbound and southbound Diablo Road to Alcosta Boulevard 6/21/17 -7/1/17:
Lane reductions nightly Wednesday through Saturday from 8:00PM - 5:00AM,and until 8:00AM on Saturdays and Sundays.Possible ramp closures may also occur during night construction; no twoconsecutive ramps will e closed simultaneously. Detour signs will be posted.
The project is anticipated to be completed in late Summer of 2017. Please follow signage
directions during closures. Noise, traffic delays and odors may be associated with the
construction work. All work is weather permitting. Please #BeWorkZoneAlert.
The Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce is proud to be a certified Green Business!
