Governor Newsom Signs New 2020 Employment Laws
CAL Chamber: Sunday, October 13, 2019, was the last day for Governor Gavin Newsom to either sign or veto legislation that the California Legislature passed in 2019. Employers need to be aware of a few significant new 2020 employment laws that may affect their daily business operations, policies and employees. Some new laws make significant changes while others make smaller changes to existing law. Here’s what to look forward to in 2020: New Employee Classification Test: AB 5 codifies the “ABC”
Charter Oak High School Football Stadium Named for Lou Farrar
COVINA – The Charter Oak Unified School Board voted to name Charter Oak High School Football Stadium for Coach Lou Farrar at their regularly scheduled October 3, 2019 meeting. Coach Farrar has been coaching football for 52 years and has served as the head coach at Charter Oak High School for 34 years.“It is an honor to recognize the numerous contributions Coach Farrar has made to Charter Oak High School and the players under his care over the years,” said School Board President Jeanette Flores. “He has
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Charter Oak High School Crucial Catch Event
Charter Oak High School is honored to partner with the American Cancer Society and the NFL’s Crucial Catch Program. For those of you that haven’t heard, Crucial Catch is the partnership between the National Football League and the American Cancer Society wherein they are committed to saving lives from cancer. Through fundraising, education, and awareness initiatives, Crucial Catch focuses on the prevention and early detection of multiple cancers, including but not limited to breast cancer. Yesterday,
Congratulations Charter Oak Marching Regiment!
Congratulations Charter Oak Marching Regiment! This past weekend the Color Guard won 1st place while the Band and Drum Line won 2nd place.
Glen Oak has been awarded Best of Covina in the category of Public School for 2019!
Glen Oak has been awarded Best of Covina in the category of Public School for 2019! This recognition is a result of your dedication and efforts as well as the work of others in your organization that have helped build your organization. Your team is now a part of an exclusive group of small businesses that have achieved this selection. We were chosen, because of YOU...*Caring, dedicated, exemplary teachers and special ed support staff *Warm, welcoming, and highly effective office team *Conscientious,
10 Year Anniversary of Glen Oaks Golf & Learning Center
The Glendora Chamber of Commerce had the pleasure to help celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of Glen Oaks Golf & Learning Center with a ribbon cutting and golf demonstration. Glen Oaks is located at 200 W. Dawson Ave. in the City of Glendora across the street from the Glendora Teen Center. Glen Oaks was represented by PGA Professional and Owner Paul Wellenstein, Teaching Professional Manager Mary Camaione, and PGA Professional Dan Monday. Representing State Senator Anthony Portantino was Representative
2019 St. Dorothy’s Oak Tree Festival – Celebrating 40 years!
St. Dorothy’s Catholic Church will host their annual Oak Tree Festival at the church. The festival runs Friday, October 18th, 6 p.m. – 11 p.m., Saturday, October 19th, 1 p.m. – 11 p.m., Sunday, October 20th, 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. There will be dozens of carnival rides and games for the entire family. Delicious food such as Mexican, Filipino, hot dogs, hamburgers, barbeque, ice cream, and many more dishes. Besides fresh coffee and refreshing soft drinks, there will also be a beer garden and wine tasting in the
Announcement: Construction Authority Awards Design-Build Contract for Glendora to Montclair Light Rail Extension to Kiewit-Parsons, a Joint Venture
Today, the Construction Authority Board of Directors awarded the main design-build contract for the next segment of the Foothill Gold Line light rail extension to Kiewit-Parsons, a Joint Venture. The contract includes an $805.6 million base scope for the first nine miles of the project from Glendora to Pomona, with a two-year contract option to complete the full 12.3-mile project to Montclair for a total contract award of $1,186.9 million if additional funds are secured by September 2021. The base scope
The Crazy Dog Ladies Dog Walking & Pet Sitting Receives 2019 Best of Glendora Award
The Crazy Dog Ladies Dog Walking & Pet Sitting Receives 2019 Best of Glendora Award Glendora Award Program Honors the Achievement GLENDORA July 31, 2019 -- The Crazy Dog Ladies Dog Walking & Pet Sitting has been selected for the 2019 Best of Glendora Award in the Pet Sitter category by the Glendora Award Program. Each year, the Glendora Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies
Protecting Seniors From Scams: Expert Panel Discussion With Senator Portantino
Elder abuse and senior issues are important to understand. Please join State Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D–La Cañada Flintridge) for a robust expert panel discussion focused on protecting seniors followed by a mixer in Duarte on August 8th at 6pm. The event is in partnership with Monrovia’s Providers Group and Westminster Gardens.WHO: State Senator Anthony J. Portantino WHAT: Protecting Seniors Panel & Mixer WHERE: Westminster Gardens, 1420 Santo Domingo Ave.
AMERICA’S CHRISTIAN CREDIT UNION CELEBRATES NATIONAL FOSTER CARE MONTH
America's Christian Credit Union (ACCU), a faith-based financial institution, celebrated National Foster Care Month with gusto. While sponsoring events in line with its call to Missional Banking, the credit union also reinforced its core value of Building Stronger Families. On Saturday, May 18, ACCU’s premier foster care partner, Olive Crest, hosted a Foster Champions breakfast at Eagle Rock Baptist Church. The gathering included about fifty champions from all over Los Angeles County, representing
New Businesses and Service to the Glendora Area
Your Glendora Chamber has been busy assisting our local businesses celebrate their openings and more. The past few weeks we have had the opportunity to see the opening of The Dow Agency of Farmers Insurance in the Glendora Village, Jiffy Lube Multicare on Route 66, Dedication of the Charger Station Sensory Room at Charter Oak High School, and the launch of Fund My Challenge a local non-profit. Dow Agency – Farmers Insurance is a full-service Insurance and financial services company. They have experts ready
Foothill Gold Line from Glendora to Montclair: PUBLIC MEETING/HEARING
The Foothill Gold Line from Glendora to Montclair (Project) is undergoing a supplemental environmental review and the public is invited to review the draft report and provide comment between now and May 6, 2019. The Project includes a 12.3-mile extension of the Metro Gold Line light rail system from Azusa to Montclair, and the Construction Authority proposes to modify the existing approved Project (2013 FEIR as addended). Project Modifications evaluated in the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact
AMERICA’S CHRISTIAN CREDIT UNION PRESIDENT/CEO ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT
After 42 years of excellent and dedicated service, and 33 years as President and CEO of America’s Christian Credit Union (ACCU), Mendell L. Thompson announced his retirement this week, effective March 2020. “Mendell’s leadership both at ACCU and in the community has been nothing short of exemplary,” said Dr. Kevin Mannoia, member of ACCU’s Board of Directors. “We are proud of Mendell’s Christ-like, effective leadership in setting a high bar of impact over decades of faithful service.” Among his many
VISITING ANGELS GLENDORA ADOPTS NEW OWNERS
On March 1, 2019, Visiting Angels Glendora, officially changes ownership after 18 years. Located in the heart of Glendora, near the downtown village, Visiting Angels has served the families of the surrounding communities faithfully and compassionately and that legacy will continue to be a focus. The new local owners Andrew and Melinda Dilwicius are excited to have this opportunity and feel honored that Lindsey Rehfeld has entrusted the future of Visiting Angels Glendora to them. The Dilwicius’ both grew
Business News Update
Special March 2019 Election - Measure EIn an effort to maintain the services that the Glendora community has come to expect, on November 27, 2018, the Glendora City Council voted unanimously to call a Special Municipal Election for Tuesday, March 5, 2019, for voters to consider the Measure. The Measure would enact a 0.75% (¾ cent) transaction and use tax that would generate approximately $3.75 million in FY 2019-2020 and approximately $5 million per year thereafter. All funds would stay in Glendora and
Ribbon Cutting for Authentic Escrow Inc. Azusa CA
Today the Glendora Chamber of Commerce & Azusa Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting for Authentic Escrow at their newly renovated but historic office in the City of Azusa. Out front of the building originally built in 1909 stands a monument, pictured below, commemorating the history of the structure and it’s use by early settlers. At today's festivities certificates were presented to Office Manager Jennifer La Gray and Escrow Assistant Amanda Gatdula. Presenters in attendance were Azusa Mayor Joseph
Public Scoping Meeting hosted by the Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority
You are invited to attend a Public Scoping Meeting hosted by the Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss a proposed modification to the possible phasing of construction and operation for the 12.3-mile, six-station Foothill Gold Line light rail project from Glendora to Montclair. Public Scoping Meeting Monday, December 10, 2018 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM La Verne Community Center 3680 D Street, La Verne CA 91750 The Construction Authority proposes to modify the
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Willow Groundbreaking Ceremony!
On Wednesday, October 17, 2018, Charter Oak USD proudly broke ground on the Willow Elementary School new Learning Resource Center (LRC) with the support of Governing Board Members, Superintendent, Citizen Bond Oversight Committee, Glendora City Council Members, School Principal Karen Goss, Director of Facilities Shawn Yocum, school staff and parents. The new LRC is a 4,000 square foot project with largely open space for library, media/technology, STEM and a gathering center. It will contain movable
Glendora Woman's Club to Celebrate 110 Years of Service
The Glendora Woman's Club will celebrate 110 years of service to Glendora and honor the club's past presidents at the club's birthday luncheon meeting on Tuesday, April. Sharing the special day will be a musical program by the Darden Sisters Band. The club day will begin with a social time at 10:30 a.m., followed by the business meeting at 11 a.m. The cater luncheon by Ritz Catering at noontime and the musical program by the Darden Sisters will follow. To mark the special day's and honor the club's past
Dog Walking by THE CRAZY DOG LADIES!
THE CRAZY DOG LADIES Dog Walking and Pet Sitting is a team of loving, experienced and responsible animal lovers. We provide 30, 45 and 60 minute walks if you need to get your pups out during the day while you are at work! Our goal is to be your neighborhood pet sitter offering friendly, dependable and professional services to accommodate you and your pets. We are licensed, bonded and insured. Our pet sitters are pet CPR certified and background checked for everyone’s peace of mind. Visit Yelp
We Walk Dogs!
We provide 30, 45 and 60 minute walks if you need to get your pups out during the day while you are at work! THE CRAZY DOG LADIES Dog Walking and Pet Sitting is a team of loving, experienced and responsible animal lovers. Our goal is to be your neighborhood pet sitter offering friendly, dependable and professional services to accommodate you and your pets. We are licensed, bonded and insured. Our pet sitters are pet CPR certified and background checked for everyone’s peace of mind. Visit Yelp for
Dog Walking and Pet Sitting!
THE CRAZY DOG LADIES keep pets exercised and comfortable in their own home while you are away! Now that the holidays are over, we have some long weekends coming up. If you are headed out of town for MLK in January or the Presidents Days in February, call THE CRAZY DOG LADIES for pet sitting! We also provide 30, 45 and 60 minute walks if you need to get your pups out during the day while you are at work! THE CRAZY DOG LADIES Dog Walking and Pet Sitting is a team of loving, experienced and responsible
