January 2010 Archives
Rep. Joe Baca, D-San Bernardino, will be hosting a jobs summit Feb. 1 in Fontana "to exchange ideas on job creation in the Inland Empire and take the local ideas and input to Washington to contribute to the national dialogue," according to a recent news release. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at Center Stage Theater, 8473 Sierra Ave. Baca will be joined by University of Redlands President Stuart Dorsey, who is an economist, as well as economic development professionals and employment experts.
Colliers International- Greater Los Angeles, which operates a location in Ontario, has announced that it will become part of the "new" Colliers International as the company combines operations with FirstService Real Estate Advisors. Martin Pupil will continue to lead the company's seven Greater Los Angeles offices.
Fontana's 2010 State of the City address will take place Thursday at the Jessie Turner Community Center. The annual event, sponsored by the city's Chamber of Commerce, will take place in three sessions: a breakfast session at 8 a.m., a lunch session at 11:30 a.m., and an evening session at 7 p.m. The theme at this year's speech by Mayor Mark Nuami is "Reviving Economic Opportunity." Cost: $35 for breakfast and lunch sessions. Evening session is free. Information: 909-822-4433; www.fontanachamber.com/index.html
AgentLegal in Pomona recently announced that John A. Martucci is joining the company as vice president of sales. He will be responsible for "developing, managing and expanding sales and business development initiatives for the AgentLegal electronic research management platform," according to the news release. The legal industry veteran brings to AgentLegal 28 years of focused technology sales experience coupled with a deep understanding of and commitment to the legal industry. Information: www.agentlegal.com
Cal State San Bernardino's College of Extended Learning will offer a two-day, five-class series in the Supervisory Skills Development Certificate program on Feb. 6 and 20. Topics in the certificate program include Your Role as Supervisor, Leading with Confidence, Building Effective Teams, Decision Making and Problem Solving, and Time and Project Management. The class instructor is Daniel Logue, president of Logue & Associates, a business and human resources consulting firm. The cost for all five classes is $269 per person or $255 per person for three or more students from the same organization. Classes meet from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 6 and 20 at the campus' Yasuda Center. Information: 909-537-3910; e-mail cgalvan@csusb.edu
EverGreen Recreational Vehicles LLC recently announced that its Family RV division has added the eco-friendly Ever-Lite travel trailer to its line of recreational vehicles at its Ontario and Irvine locations. "These lightweight, recyclable trailers are the first to use all sustainable ComposiTek construction in the floors, walls and roof to drastically reduce VOC out-gassing, including formaldehyde," according to a company news release. Information: 800-777-5943; www.familyrvusa.com
The San Bernardino Area Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 102nd anniversary at the annual installation and awards dinner Wednesday at the San Bernardino Hilton, 285 E. Hospitality Lane. The keynote speaker will be Bruce Branstine, an executive at CitizensTrust, who has more than 22 years of banking industry experience. Robert Gastel of Arrowhead Mechanical Co. will be installed for his second term as chairman of the board. The trade show and social hour begin at 5:30 p.m., with the dinner program following at 6:30 p.m. Cost: $55 per person. Information: 909-885-7515.
Hanley Investment Group Real Estate Advisors recently announced that at Edward B. Hanley and William B. Asher, along with Phil Berry of Commercial West, represented the seller, Euclid Plaza LLC, in the sale of two buildings in Chino for $5.85 million. The first building, at 6961 Schaefer Ave., is leased to Pacific Dental. The buyer was a private investor represented by Scott Hook at Marcus & Millichap. The second building, at 7033 Schaefer Ave., is leased to Chase Bank and Juice It Up. The buyer was JMA Investment LLC, represented by Mona Fang at Re/Max 2000 Realty.
The American Advertising Federation/Palm Springs, Desert Cities will feature guest speaker James B. Astrachan at its February luncheon. Astrachan will talk about advertising mistakes in a speech titled "The Law of Advertising: From Frankenstein to Vanna White." Astrachan, a principal in Astrachan Gunst Thomas P.C., will also address how not to use names, trademarks and copyrights. The event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Feb. 9 in the Cahuilla Ballroom at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. Cost: $35 for general admission; $30 for members. Reservations are required by 5 p.m. Feb. 5. Information: 760-325-2882; www.desertadfed.com
Western University of Health Sciences will be the site of Pomona's State of the City address on March 24 in Auditorium 2 of recently opened Health Education Center on campus. Mayor Elliot Rothman will present the talk, themed "Determined," at the Pomona Chamber of Commerce-sponsored event. There also will be talks by other city leaders, a video montage and a variety of community presentations. The State of the City event will begin at 4:30 p.m. Cost: $20 per person. Information: 909-622-8484.
Cal State San Bernardino has been selected as an award winner in the San Bernardino Area Chamber of Commerce's annual Beautification Awards Program. The university will be honored in the "Maintenance of Existing Property" category when the beautification awards are presented at the chamber's annual installation dinner Jan. 27 at the San Bernardino Hilton.
Fontana's Community Assistance Program will hold a "Budgeting 101" seminar 6-8 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Cypress Community Center, 8380 Cypress Ave. Instruction will be given on how to track spending, develop a plan to save toward goals, pay down debt and improve financial stability. The course will be taught by Springboard Nonprofit Consumer Credit Management. Reservations are required. Information: 909-803-1059, Ext. 198; www.fontanacap.org
The University of Phoenix's Southern California campus is partnering with the Riverside County Workforce Development Center and the Murrieta Community Center to host a job fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 2 at the community center, 41810 Juniper St.. According to a news release, the job fair will feature "many local businesses offering full-time, part-time and seasonal positions" as well as networking opportunities. Admission is free. Professional dress is required. Information: Bryan Walker, 951-691-5632; e-mail bryan.walker@phoenix.edu
The Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce has launched a new Web site, www.29chamber.org
The chamber's e-mail addresses are also changing. Executive Director Rob Fleck is now at 29chamber@29chamber.org
The administrative assistant is at admin@29chamber.org
Information: 760-367-3445
The holding company for newspaper publisher MediaNews Group filed for Chapter 11 protection Friday and expects to emerge from bankruptcy in a month or two. Affiliated Media Inc., the privately held parent company for the owner of The Sun and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, as well as the Denver Post and 51 other daily newspapers, had said Jan. 15 it would be making the move. It said it had a deal with creditors that will cut its debt to $165 million from $930 million. Lenders, led by Bank of America, would get most of the company's stock, wiping out shareholders such as Hearst Corp., which held a roughly 30 percent stake in MediaNews' newspapers outside the San Francisco Bay area. MediaNews says its newspapers will not be affected by the Chapter 11 case and William Dean Singleton will remain chairman and CEO. Singleton and the company's president, Joseph J. Lodovic IV, will own all class A shares, allowing them to choose a majority of the seven-member board of directors. 'By aggressively facing the challenges of the newspaper business, we will continue to deliver high-quality journalism and will prepare our newspapers for a promising future,' Singleton, who is also chairman of The Associated Press, said in a statement Friday. A bankruptcy court in Delaware has to approve the plan.
The Upland Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly membership luncheon at 11 a.m. Thursday at the DoubleTree Hotel, 222 N. Vineyard Ave., Ontario. The event, sponsored by Ben-E-Lect, will feature guest speaker Iris Patronite, redevelopment manager of the city Community Redevelopment Agency. Patronite's topic is "Back to Business Basics: Taking Advantage of Simple Business Resources." Check-in is at 11 a.m., followed by the luncheon and program at 11:30. Cost: $25 for members and $35 for nonmembers, reservations by Jan. 25; $35 for all at the door. Information: 909-204-4465; www.uplandchamber.org or www.discoverupland.com
Cal State San Bernardino's College of Extended Learning will host a "Grant Development in the Private Sector" workshop from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m Feb. 6 at the campus' Yasuda Center. Topics will include "fundamentals of researching and preparing proposals, creating agency profiles and estimating your project's budget," according to a news release. Students will draft grant proposal letters and have their work critiqued by the class. Cost: $140 per person. Enrollment is limited, so pre-registration is required. Information: 909-537-5981; cel.csusb.edu
Clinton Adams, dean of the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, has been named vice president of clinical affairs at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona. According to a news release, Adams will continue to serve as COMP dean while taking on the added responsibilities of the newly created position and managing all aspects of operations and planning for future osteopathic medicine school sites. "He also will lead the planning, development and operations of WesternU's Healthcare Practice Plan, including health care services, clinical services, and patient care services," the release said.
Fontana's Community Assistance Program will hold a "Preserving Homeownership & Foreclosure Prevention" seminar 6-8 p.m. Feb. 18 at the Cypress Community Center, 8380 Cypress Avenue. Instruction will be provided by Springboard Nonprofit Consumer Credit Management. Reservations are required. Information: 909-803-1059, ext. 198; www.fontanacap.org
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently announced the release of almost $26.6 million in funding to help eligible low-income homeowners and renters in California meet home energy costs. According to a news release, "These Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program contingency funds will provide California with additional assistance to pay heating and electricity costs." LIHEAP helps eligible families pay for home heating, cooling, and other energy costs, as well as helping to weatherize eligible families' homes. In recent years, more than six million low-income households across the country have received assistance under LIHEAP. Information: www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/lihe
Fontana's Community Assistance Program will hold seminars throughout February at the Cypress Community Center, 8380 Cypress Ave. The first workshop, "Effective Presentations," scheduled 6-8 p.m. Feb. 11, will provide instruction in "making effective presentations using PowerPoint, body language and communication skills," according to a news release. The course will be presented by Raylene Murphy. Reservations are required. Information: 909-803-1059, ext. 198; www.fontanacap.org
CB Richard Ellis has announced the completion of three industrial lease renewals in Chino on behalf of IDS USA, an integrated distribution and logistics service provider. IDS signed the three renewals totaling 1,115,000 square feet with landlord Majestic Realty as part of one major negotiation. CBRE's Frank Geraci, Walt Chenoweth, Juan Gutierrez and Patrick Wood of the Ontario office represented IDS, along with John S. Isaacs and Steve Sperber in the New York office of CBRE. In 2009, IDS signed a lease for 645,000 square feet in Mira Loma in a building owned by AMB Property Corp.
Assemblyman Curt Hagman has been given the designation of "Summa Cum Laude" on the California Small Business Association's honor roll. "As the owner of a small business I know firsthand how the actions taken in Sacramento affect businesses providing jobs in our communities," Hagman, R-Chino Hills, said in a news release. "I would like to thank the CSBA for all of their hard work. They are true advocates for California's small businesses." Information: www.assembly.ca.gov/hagman
The Inland Empire Economic Recovery Corp. and Help USA are partnering to host a series of home foreclosure prevention seminars once a month. The next class from is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 20 at Central Park Community Center, 11200 Base Line, Rancho Cucamonga. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet one on one with nonprofit housing counseling agencies and with their lenders to discuss loan modifications. Information: 909-723-8334.
The Inland Empire Women's Business Center at Cal State San Bernardino will hold a free workshop today in Fontana to help people who are considering launching a new business or who already operate their own business. "Successful Start-Ups: The ABCs of Starting Your Own Business" will take place 6-8 p.m. at the Cypress Community Center, 8380 Cypress Ave. Participants will receive contact information for government and business entities that are part of the start-up process, as well as information about available funding sources. Information: Carla Ulloa at 909-890-1242; www.iewbc.org
The Loma Linda Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Community Awards and Installation of Officers Dinner on Jan. 28 at the San Bernardino Hilton. The event will begin with a silent auction at 6 p.m. The dinner and program will begin at 7 p.m. Awards will include the chamber's community acknowledgments: Citizen of the Year: T. Jarb Thaipejr; Business of the Year: Inland Community Bank; City Employee of the Year: Konrad Bolowich. The chamber's President's Award will go to the Loma Linda University School of Medicine as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. The chamber Ambassador of the Year is G Hemphill; Volunteer of the Year is Gail Clary; Humanitarian of the Year is Dr. Leonard L. Bailey. The award for Excellence in Education will go to L. Roo McKenzie. Outstanding Board Member of the Year is Elsie Chan. Volunteer Emeritus will be awarded to Eldridge "EZ" Griffith. The chamber will also acknowledge its Teacher of the Year, Dorita West, Firefighter of the Year, James Gray, and Police Officer of the Year, Donald Rusk.
Cost: $60 per person. Sponsorships are still available. Reservations are required. Information: 909-799-2828.
Cost: $60 per person. Sponsorships are still available. Reservations are required. Information: 909-799-2828.
AT&T recently announced the activation of four new 3G cell sites in Ontario, Rialto and Redlands. "We have a long history of investing in our network throughout San Bernardino County to improve the quality of service we provide to our customers," Richard Porras, AT&T external affairs officer for San Bernardino County, said in a company news release announcing the move. "Our customers will experience enhanced wireless coverage and an improved user experience as a direct result of the activation of these new cell sites." Information: www.att.com/networknews
A tracking firm says the median home price in Southern California rose 4 percent last month from December 2008, its first year-on-year gain since summer 2007. San Diego-based MDA DataQuick reported Tuesday that the increase was the result of more high-priced homes in relatively expensive neighborhoods entering a market that had been dominated by lower-end sales. Last month's median home price in the six-county region of Southern California was $289,000, up from $278,000 in December 2008 and from $285,000 in November. DataQuick also says home sales increased more than 12 percent from a year ago to more than 22,300. December's increase made for 18 consecutive months of year-on-year gains. The increases were led by Los Angeles County, which showed a 5.9 percent year-over-year median price increase to $339,000, and Orange, San Diego and Ventura counties. Home sales increased in Los Angeles County by 31.3 percent over December 2008, with 7,679 units sold in the month. Meanwhile, some of the more affordable inland areas that saw robust 2008 sales recorded year-over-year declines last month. Median prices in San Bernardino and Riverside counties showed worse for December, coming in lower on both a year-to-year and month-to-month basis.
In San Bernardino County, sales increased 2.5 percent year over year, with 2,934 units sold. The median price in December was $154,000, down 14.4 percent from December 2008.
Riverside County sales decreased by 3.4 percent year over year, with 4,282 units sold. The median home price was down 6.2 percent from December 2008 to $196,000.
In San Bernardino County, sales increased 2.5 percent year over year, with 2,934 units sold. The median price in December was $154,000, down 14.4 percent from December 2008.
Riverside County sales decreased by 3.4 percent year over year, with 4,282 units sold. The median home price was down 6.2 percent from December 2008 to $196,000.
The International Association of Administrative Professionals is holding its monthly meeting at Dave & Busters at Ontario Mills on Jan. 27 at 6 p.m. Author Lee Silber will speak about tactics for working within corporations as administrative professionals. Organizers of the event welcome clerical assistants, administrative assistants, secretaries, office managers and other administrative professionals. It is $25 for members and $27 for guests. For more information, call 909-919-2615.
The American Advertising Federation -- Palm Springs and Desert Cities has announced that the annual Addy Awards Competition is now open for entries. Winners will be announced at a ceremony and gala event on March 12, a news release states. A panel of advertising executives will judge about 300 entries on Feb. 6. For fees and entry registration requirements, visit www.desertadfed.com or call 760-325-2882.
Riverside-based Tilden-Coil Holdings Co. Inc. announced Monday that it has acquired Illig Construction Co., a 90-year-old Los Angeles-based general construction company. "The acquisition will help Tilden-Coil expand its reach into the Los Angeles private school and religious construction markets," a news release states.
Redlands-based estate planning attorney and law professor Nathan McIntyre has joined a group of presenters, requested by the National Business Institute, "to provide advanced education opportunities to other lawyers and business professionals who must complete continuing education credits in order to remain certified and licensed," according to a news release. "McIntyre will ... provide instruction to attorneys, accountants, paralegals, trust officers, estate planners and financial planners ... March 15 at the San Bernardino Hilton." For more information, call 866-669-9266.
Sysco Corp. is awaiting changes for certain land-use designations that will allow the company to proceed with plans to build a large food distribution hub in Riverside, according to a news release. Sysco plans to construct a 515,000-square-foot building in the Meridian business park.
XtraLight Manufacturing, an expert in commercial and industrial relighting, has selected Blanchard Associates in Ontario to "represent XtraLight energy-efficient lighting fixtures, and proprietary lighting audit and engineering software, to the growing energy services market," according to a news release. Blanchard Associates advises clients on the lighting upgrade process and manages lighting projects for clients. XtraLight products allow users to implement facilitywide energy-efficient lighting programs without disrupting operations.
Rancho Cucamonga-based Accent Computer Solutions, an information technology service provider, has announced the opening of its new branch in Riverside. The company is expanding and has "outgrown the 8,000-square-foot Rancho Cucamonga location," according to a news release. The company's headquarters will remain in Rancho Cucamonga.
Elaine Yakura, a professor of Industrial and Labor Relations at Michigan State University, will lead a free interactive session on successful mentoring and networking practices from 2-4 p.m. Jan. 23 in the England Evans Room of the Bronco Student Center at Cal Poly Pomona. Also participating are Computer Information Systems department Chairwoman Ruth Guthrie and CIS professor Louise Soe. Information: 909-869-3235; or e-mail cisdept@csupomona.edu
Riverside Mayor Ronald Loveridge will kick off a series of lectures on "Sustainability Issues in Southern California," sponsored by UCR Extension in cooperation with the Edward J. Blakely Center for Sustainable Suburban Development. Loveridge will address local governments and regional growth. The five following experts will discuss Southern California land-use planning, development, transportation and environment. The lectures will be delivered from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays beginning Jan. 27 at UCR Extension, 1200 University Ave., Riverside. The series, which is required for a certificate in Sustainable Development and Green Design, can be taken for credit. Individual lectures may be attended on a noncredit basis. The fee for individual lectures is $35. Cost of the series is $349, including parking and refreshments. Other lectures: Feb. 3, Michael Woo, dean of the College of Environmental Design at Cal Poly Pomona, who will address "Land Use, Housing and Housing Density in the Region;" Feb. 10, Eric Garner, a partner at Best Best & Krieger, who will address "California's Water Situation;" Feb. 17, Barry Wallerstein, executive officer of the South Coast Air Quality Management District, who will discuss "Southern California's Air Quality Situation;" Feb. 24, Ty Schuiling, director of planning & programming for San Bernardino Associated Governments, who will discuss "Transportation Issues;" and March 3, Rick Bishop, executive director of the Western Riverside Council of Governments, who will cover "Financing Infrastructure Development." Information: Jennifer Campbell, 951-827-5804.
The San Dimas Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Business Education Systems, is re-starting its Small Business Education Workshop program. The first of a series of bimonthly workshops will be from 7-9 p.m. Jan. 20 at the Red Roof Inn, 204 N. Village Court, San Dimas. The topic for January is "Reasons to Keep Your Customers and Help Your Business Grow." Cost: $10. Fee is waived for chamber members or for those who own a business within the city. Information: Ken Salzman, 626-260-6541; 909-592-3818
Palm Springs has launched a new marketing campaign, showcasing the city's "Better, Bolder, Beautiful" hotel and convention center collection. The campaign targets meeting planners across the country to inform them about the $180 million investment into new hotels, property renovations and the 300,000 square feet of meeting and convention space available in the city, according to a news release. Information: 800-333-7535; www.VisitPalmSpringsCC.com
Incycle Inc. has purchased the retail building at 9110 Foothill Blvd., Rancho Cucamonga, for $1.06 million, or about $220 per square foot, from a private trust, according to costar.com. It will be the fourth location for the bicycle company in the region. Eric Ramirez of MGR Real Estate represented the seller. Frank Artura of TVM Commercial Realty Group represented Incycle.
The College of Graduate Nursing at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona will host a state-wide nursing doctoral education conference Feb. 5. Nursing educators, clinicians and nursing students from throughout California are invited. The conference is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Health Education Center, Lecture Hall II. Cost: $20 for nursing students; $40 for other professionals. Reservations are required. Information: 909-469-5523; e-mail dnpinfo@westernu.edu
The Yucaipa Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold a networking lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 21 at the Yucaipa Community Center, 34900 Oak Glen Road. The event, sponsored by the city of Yucaipa, will be catered by Jose's Mexican Restaurant and feature speaker Annette Kerber of the San Bernardino County Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office. Cost: $15 for chamber members; $20 for nonmembers. Reservations are requested by Jan. 19. Information: 909-790-1841; www.yucaipachamber.org
Rancho Capital Group, a Rancho Cucamonga-based mortgage company, will host a free seminar for home buyers from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20 at Central Park in Rancho Cucamonga. The goal of the seminar is to simplify the home-buying process, according to a company news release. Information: 909-477-3050; e-mail jeff@ranchocapitalgroup.com
Affiliated Media Inc., the holding company for MediaNews Group, and its lenders have agreed on a plan that will significantly reduce the company's $930 million in debt, the Denver-based company announced Friday. The agreement swaps debt for equity, retains the current management team and excludes all of the company's media properties, including The Sun and the Daily Bulletin, according to the announcement. Affiliated Media will be left with debt of $165 million. The plan will be implemented in the near future through a pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. "It gives us one of the strongest balance sheets in the industry," said MediaNews Chairman and CEO William Dean Singleton. "It gives us breathing space to create a new model for the newspapers we publish." Because all of the company's individual media properties will be excluded from the filing, advertisers, vendors, employees and subscribers will be unaffected, Singleton emphasized. "For them it is business as usual," he said.
The company is current on all vendor payments and has adequate cash to fund all operations. No layoffs or wage cuts are planned because of the reorganization, Singleton said.
MediaNews is the controlling partner of the California Newspapers Partnership, which owns The Sun, Daily Bulletin and more than 30 other daily newspapers in the state.
"This is a great outcome for Affiliated Media. The result is that there is no impact on California Newspapers Partnership," said Steve Rossi, CNP president and CEO. "Our advertising and circulation trends are improving, and are among the best in the industry. We are focused on excelling in content for our readers and Web site users, and in providing the best media value in our marketplaces for advertisers."
The company is current on all vendor payments and has adequate cash to fund all operations. No layoffs or wage cuts are planned because of the reorganization, Singleton said.
MediaNews is the controlling partner of the California Newspapers Partnership, which owns The Sun, Daily Bulletin and more than 30 other daily newspapers in the state.
"This is a great outcome for Affiliated Media. The result is that there is no impact on California Newspapers Partnership," said Steve Rossi, CNP president and CEO. "Our advertising and circulation trends are improving, and are among the best in the industry. We are focused on excelling in content for our readers and Web site users, and in providing the best media value in our marketplaces for advertisers."
Harold Sullins, food service director for the Fontana Unified School District, was recently honored with the Silver Rising Star Award by the National Foodservice Achievement Management Excellence Award program. Sullins was honored at an award ceremony Jan. 10 at the Sawgrass Marriott Hotel in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., during the School Nutrition Association's Child Nutrition Industry Conference. According to a news release, "In his first year at Fontana Unified School District, Sullins sought out competitive bids for milk and frozen foods. In this process, he was able to achieve a savings of over $400,000 for the district's nutrition program." Sullins is channeling profits and savings from the budget into food court renovation projects that he says he hopes improve the meal-time atmosphere in the district, according to the release. The award program is sponsored by Basic American Foods, Schwan's Food Service Inc. and Tyson Foods Inc.
Cal Poly Pomona's Career Center will host an engineering and high-tech job fair for students, alumni and the general public on Jan. 29. About 100 companies and government agencies will be on hand from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Kellogg Gym to discuss full-time and part-time jobs as well as internships. According to a news release, among the companies scheduled to attend are Fluor, Northrop Grumman, Valero, General Electric, Parsons, Raytheon and Southern California Edison. Participants are encouraged to dress professionally, bring plenty of resumes and be prepared for on-the-spot interviews. There also will be a "Resumaniac" from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Jan. 28 at the school's Career Center, where corporate recruiters and career counselors will be on hand to critique resumes and cover letters. No appointment is necessary. Participants must bring a hard copy of their resume. Off-campus participants will need to visit the parking kiosk on Kellogg Drive for a $5 parking pass. Information: 909-869-2342; dsa.csupomona.edu/career
The National Association of Workforce Boards announced the winners of its contest for best stories about the 2009 Summer Youth Employment Program. Out of 70 submittals, the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Department was among the six winners. According to a news release, the county agency will receive a free registration to NAWB's forum, "Preparing a Competitive U.S. Work Force: Reflection, Reinvestment, Recovery," scheduled March 6-9 in Washington, D.C. Information: www.nawb.org
InlandHires is holding a job fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 8 at the Hilton Ontario Airport, 700 N. Haven Ave. According to a news release, the event will offer the chance to meet with such employers as Aaron's, Aflac, KOLA 99.9 FM and KCAL 96.7 FM, Snap-On Tools and many others. All job seekers are encouraged to bring resumes and dress professionally. Information: 702-614-9537; www.inlandhires.com
Pomona-based library automation technology company Auto-Graphics Inc. announced that Marcus Roberson has joined the company as North American sales director. In his new role, Roberson is responsible for developing, managing and expanding sales initiatives across the entire library automation platform, according to a news release.
Local students enrolled in building and construction trade programs are eligible for a new scholarship program. Home Depot has announced $1 million in funding for its 2010 Pro Trade Scholarship Program, which, officials said, will support not only individual students but also the schools they attend. Scholarship applications will be accepted through April 30 online at www.homedepot.com/tradescholarship
They are also available in a downloadable Spanish language format. The scholarship program is open to all students nationwide who are enrolled in a building and construction trade school program at a vocational/technical school, college or university.
Grubb & Ellis Co., a real estate services and investment firm, announced that David Wu, senior vice president of the company's industrial group, represented Nexgrill Industries Inc. in leasing office and warehouse space in Chino. The manufacturer of barbecue grills leased space in Chino Gateway Business Park, 5270 Edison Ave., as well as warehouse space at 13860 Benson Ave., also in Chino. Nexgrill will use the space in the Chino Gateway Business Park as the company's headquarters. Peter Lee represented the landlord, a private investor, in the 13860 Benson Ave. transaction. Noah Samarin, Dan Foye and Ken Andersen of Collins Commercial Real Estate and Investments represented the landlord, The Muller Co., in the 5270 Edison Ave. transaction.
A new office of Home Instead Senior Care has opened at 42001 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake, and will serve the Big Bear Valley, Lake Arrowhead and other mountain communities. Information: 800-473-6467, 909-866-1850; www.homeinstead.com
Voit Real Estate Services' brokerage division has announced the addition of Senior Associate Ryan Moore to the firm's Anaheim Metro office. Moore specializes in the Corona and Chino market. "The addition of Moore is in line with Voit's plan to eventually open an Inland Empire office," Kurt Strasmann, managing director of the Anaheim office, said in a news release. The opening of the Inland Empire office is projected for this year. Information: www.voitco.com
Cindy Daigneault has been recognized as an accredited cruise counselor by the Cruise Lines International Association, a cruise industry trade organization, after completing a series of training sessions, according to a news release. Daigneault lives in Twentynine Palms and is an associate of Custom Travel in Yucca Valley. She is also president and general manager of Joshua Tree-based KCDZ-FM radio station.
The College of Education at Cal State San Bernardino will host an information session Jan. 25 about the fall session of its educational doctorate program, the only doctorate offered at the university, according to a news release. The session will be from 5 to 6 p.m. at the education college, Room CE-373. For more information, contact Catherine Farrington at 909-537-5651.
Desmond McLeish Inc., a full-service public-relations agency in Redlands, has announced the addition of a new client, California Employers Association. The association helps people find work and helps businesses stay compliant with state and federal labor laws, according to a news release. McLeish will "focus on building greater awareness of California Employment Association's workforce investment-related services."
Dollar Tree Inc., a nationwide operator of discount variety stores, has announced a new store in Apple Valley. "The 8,046-square-foot store is at 20346 Highway 18," states a news release.
For the Inland Empire's office market, a report by Colliers International real estate firm says vacancies will rise, construction will drop and rental rates will drop in the first quarter of this year. As for the fourth quarter of last year, "The total vacancy rate has increased ... to 24.3 percent," it states. "There was 137,000 square feet of leasing activity, a decline from 218,900 reported (in the third quarter 2009)." Also, the weighted average asking lease rate dropped 5 cents to $1.92 per square foot. Chino, Chino Hills and Corona experienced a drop in vacancy, but Riverside saw the largest vacancy increase.
Riverside-based law firm Best Best and Krieger LLP has hired Jonathan Lamb as an associate attorney in the firm's municipal law practice at the Ontario office, according to a news release. "Lamb, 27, graduated from Pepperdine University School of Law, where he was the managing editor of the Pepperdine Law Review and published an article on classified evidence in national security trials," it states.
The Inland Empire's industrial real estate market will continue struggling in 2010, according to a report by Voit Real Estate Services. "Lease rates are expected to remain soft for the near future, and concessions should continue to increase in the forms of free rent, relocation funds and tenant improvement allowances to 'incentivize' tenants to act now," it states. About 6.2 million square feet came onto the market in 2009. Vacancy for direct/sublease unoccupied space ended last year at 11.65 percent. And "the average asking triple net lease rate was 34 cents per square foot each month last quarter. The report further states: "The primary concerns ... are increasing vacancy, tenant delinquencies, scarce financing, economic uncertainty and volatility, and the gap between 'ask' and 'bid' pricing between buyers and sellers."
Anatomic Global Inc. in Corona, the maker of the first plant-based memory foam made in the United States, has expanded its partnership with Relax the Back, a specialty retailer of ergonomic and comfort products, to launch a new mattress line, PureRelax Mattress. According to the news release, the product aims to deliver "outstanding pressure relief and contouring support." Information: www.ecomfortmattress.com
Cal State San Bernardino's College of Extended Learning will hold a course on "Funding Source Development," which aims to teach the "skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in grant development and management," according to a news release. The workshop will cover topics including federal, state, local and private grant funding, searching for funding opportunities on the Web and more. The class is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 30 at the school's Yasuda Center. Cost: $140 per person. Enrollment is limited. Information: 909-537-5981; cel.csusb.edu
The Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a grand opening event for Quality Commercial Pest Control as they open their new, larger office at 9380 Seventh St., Suite H, Rancho Cucamonga. The owner, Chuck McDonald, was a district manager for a large pest control company for many years before deciding to start his own company in August. According to a news release, the company has outgrown a previous location and is bringing in a new technician and a new truck. Information: 909-702-2103
Cal State San Bernardino's Inland Empire Women's Business Center will hold a workshop from 6-8 p.m. Jan. 19 to "help business owners establish their accounting system using QuickBooks accounting software." The workshop will be held at the center's office, 202 East Airport Drive, Suite 155, San Bernardino. Cost: $15 if preregistered online; $20 at the door. The course will be taught by La'Vonne Shields from Management Consultants of America and will cover day-to-day business bookkeeping functions, including invoicing, purchasing and banking. Information: 909-890-1242; www.iewbc.org
The latest quarterly survey of California purchasing managers by the A. Gary Anderson Center for Economic Research at Chapman University points to a sharp rebound in the manufacturing sector in the first quarter of 2010. The outlook cuts across all three manufacturing industry groups, the high-tech industries, the durable goods industries other than high-tech, and the nondurable goods industries, according to the report. The composite index reading of 60.7, where an index value over 50 shows expansion, marks the highest value for the index since the first quarter of 2006. Even the employment index is expected to reach a level over 50 for the first time since the fourth quarter of 2007, indicating renewed hiring. Production, new orders and commodity prices are all projected to increase at a much faster rate in the first quarter of this year compared to the fourth quarter of 2009, according to the report.
Don Kendrick, the new mayor of La Verne, will be giving his first State of the City address Thursday morning at the La Verne Rotary Club's breakfast event. The meeting will take place at 7:30 a.m. at the Meeting House at Hillcrest Homes, 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne. Cost: $15. Tickets are available through the La Verne Chamber of Commerce. Information: 909-593-5265.
Chino is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, and there are sponsorship opportunities available for local businesses. Beginning in February, opportunities include advertising in the Save the Date flier for the Centennial Celebration, the use of the Centennial Logo in marketing strategies for the year, banners at City Hall, and spaces on the Chino Monopoly board game. Information: Yolanda Poulter, 909-464-8385; or e-mail ypoulter@cityofchino.org
The Inland Empire Women's Business Center at Cal State San Bernardino will hold a free social networking workshop from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at 625 Pico Ave., San Jacinto. "Social Networking: Easy as 1, 2, 3!" aims to help people use social-networking sites to grow their businesses and attract more clients. Information: 909-890-1242; www.iewbc.org
The Four Corners Transportation and Economic Summit, scheduled for Jan. 28 in Diamond Bar, will feature author Joel Kotkin presenting a Landmark Study, "Four Corners: From Periphery to Center of the Action." Participating experts include economists John Husing of Economics & Politics Inc., Wallace Walrod of the Orange County Business Council and Jack Kyser of the Kyser Center for Economic Research. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Diamond Bar Center, 1600 S. Grand Ave., Diamond Bar. Cost: $35. Information: www.fourcornerssummit.net
The local chapter of the American Advertising Federation club will host a workshop on how to use Facebook for business marketing, which will be led by Eydie Stumpf, owner of Eydie's Office. The event is scheduled from 11:45 a.m to 1:30 p.m. Thursday at San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino. The event is free to AAF club members and students who register before 6 p.m. today; $15 at the door. The general public is welcome. Cost: $20 if registered before 6 p.m today; $25 at the door. Information: 909-921-1062; aaf-inlandempire.com/events.html
A drop of 36 percent in the annual count of small and midsized businesses sold was recorded in San Bernardino County last year compared to 2008, according to a report released by BizBen.com late Friday. This result followed the decline in small business sales throughout California, with 14,277 completed deals in 2009, compared to the 21,689 escrows closed the previous year. "Limited access to capital has been a major factor in the sales activity slowdown," said Peter Siegel, founder and CEO of BizBen.com, in a news release. "Banks have been reluctant to make business loans as they react to the lending excesses in the recent past. And this has affected sales by making it more difficult for buyers to finance deals." The largest sales total in the county was the 103 closed transactions for the year in the city of San Bernardino. There were 73 sales in Ontario and 50 each in Chino and Rancho Cucamonga.
Altura Credit Union will hold several free seminars on the tax advantages of the Roth IRA in Riverside, Hemet and Palm Desert. The workshops are scheduled:
● 5:45 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the credit union's 6403 Riverside Ave., Riverside, branch.
● 5:45 to 7 p.m. Jan. 26 at the credit union's 10725 Magnolia Ave., Riverside, branch.
● 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 27 at the Palm Desert Library, 73300 Fred Waring Drive.
● 5:45 to 7 p.m. Jan. 27, at the credit union's 320 S.
Sanderson Ave., Hemet, branch Reservations are requested. Information: 951-517-5369; www.alturacu.com
● 5:45 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the credit union's 6403 Riverside Ave., Riverside, branch.
● 5:45 to 7 p.m. Jan. 26 at the credit union's 10725 Magnolia Ave., Riverside, branch.
● 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 27 at the Palm Desert Library, 73300 Fred Waring Drive.
● 5:45 to 7 p.m. Jan. 27, at the credit union's 320 S.
Sanderson Ave., Hemet, branch Reservations are requested. Information: 951-517-5369; www.alturacu.com
L.A. Care Health Plan, the nation's largest public health plan, has announced the appointment of Pomona resident Alejandra Martinez to the position of 2010 chairwoman of the Executive Community Advisory Committee. Martinez is a consumer member and is chairwoman of the plan's 11th District, which includes La Puente, El Monte, Baldwin Park, Pomona, Diamond Bar, Claremont and other cities east of the San Gabriel Valley. She is also an active health promoter trained by L.A. Care's Health Promoters/Promotores Program, according to a news release. Also announced was the appointment of Sareena Haff, a Palmdale resident, to the position of vice chairwoman.
Joe Barter LLC has teamed with the developers of the proposed NFL stadium in Industry to put on the "Joe Jobs Expo" on Friday at the Pacific Palms Hotel and Conference Center, One Industry Hills Parkway, Industry Hills. Tickets available for the afternoon session, which will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. The advertising for the event claims "nearly 20,000 jobs will be up for grabs," including opportunities at the new stadium and more than 100 other companies. Cost: $5. Information: 213-300-3871; www.JoeJobsExpo.com
The Resource Center for Nonprofit Management, a program of the Volunteer Center of Riverside County, and the Youth Opportunity Center are partnering to provide a two-day workshop on "Preparing to Start Your Nonprofit" from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 27-28. The workshop, to take place at the Youth Opportunity Center, 2060 University Ave., Riverside, will be facilitated by Debra Williams of Higher Ground International. Reservations are required by Jan. 25. Cost: $150 for Resource Center members; $200 for nonmembers. Information: 951-686-4402, ext.165; or e-mail mponce@vcrivco.org or www.vcrivco.org
The AIR Commercial Real Estate Association's 17th annual Market Review & Forecast for the Los Angeles metropolitan area will take place Jan. 27 in Los Angeles. Among the presentations will be one by Steve Bellitti of Colliers International, which will address what is to come for the Inland Empire market. The dinner event will start at 5 p.m. at a private club at 545 S. Figueroa St. Cost: $99 for AIR members; $119 for nonmembers. Information: 213-687-8777; www.airea.com
Riverside Public Utilities is launching two free energy-efficiency programs for qualified Riverside business owners: the Programmable Thermostat Direct Installation Program and the VendingMiser Direct Installation Program. The programmable thermostats provide businesses a way to cut facility heating and cooling costs by programming different settings only for the hours needed. VendingMiser and CoolerMiser adjust power inside vending machines to keep products cool without wasting energy. Information: 951-826-5485.
The Pomona Chamber of Commerce will hold a networking lunch at 11:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Coco Palm Restaurant, 1600 Fairplex Drive, Pomona. Cost: $15 for members; $20 for nonmembers. The chamber also is holding a reception for the Pomona Unified School District's new superintendent, Richard Martinez, and the district's newly elected board members 5-7 p.m. Jan. 14 at the Sheraton Fairplex. Information: 909-622-1256.
The Holiday Inn Ontario Airport, which is managed by San Diego-based Trigild and owned by Prime Hospitality LLC, has received the 2009 InterContinental Hotels Group Newcomer Award. The hotel, which opened in February, was recognized during the 2009 IHG Americas Investors & Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. The property's general manager, Jim Haupert, accepted the award. Information: 888-722-7022; www.hiontario.com
Christopher Soltis, CEO of Soltis and Co. Inc., a landscaping firm in Fontana, and Dena Garvin-Smart, senior vice president and administrative officer of Stellar Business Bank in Covina, have been appointed to the all-volunteer board of directors of the LeRoy Haynes Center in La Verne.
Among the green jobs training grants awarded by the Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration are several affecting the Inland Empire. The nearly $100 million in grants were authorized by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Grants affecting the local community: $5 million: Utility Workers Union of America to help "women, minorities, older youth and incumbent workers in counties in New Jersey, Massachusetts and California," including San Bernardino and Riverside counties. $5 million: California State Labor Management Cooperation Committee for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the National Electrical Contractors Association to help unemployed and underemployed electricians statewide. $5 million: International Training Institute for the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Industry to help unemployed and underemployed individuals, veterans, minorities and women in counties across the U.S., including San Bernardino, Riverside and Los Angeles counties. $1.9 million: National Ironworkers and Employers Apprenticeship Training and Journeyman Upgrading Fund to help dislocated workers across the U.S., including areas within 400 miles of La Palma.
Alliance Surgical Distributors in Redlands announced Thursday that it is to host the first "Surgeon-Owned Implant Distribution Workshop" at the annual Orthopedics Today Hawaii event. The workshop, to be held Monday at the Fairmont Orchid on Hawaii's big island, "takes surgeons through the steps necessary to develop a working model for this valuable ancillary service that reduces health care costs," according to a news release. Information: 909-798-4534; www.alliancesurg.com
The Upland Chamber of Commerce will hold a business mixer 5-7 p.m. Jan. 21, hosted by Physiotherapy Associates Inc. at its office at 299 W. Foothill Blvd., Suite 200. The event will include hors d'oeuvres, prizes and a 50/50 opportunity drawing. Information: 909-204-4465.
Wal-Mart has continued its solar initiative with the completion of three solar projects, including at the Highland store, 4210 E, Highland Ave. According to a company news release, Wal-Mart's total combined solar efforts in California are expected to generate up to 32 million kilowatt-hours of renewable energy per year -- the equivalent of powering more than 2,600 homes. The installations provide 20 percent to 30 percent of each facility's total electric energy needs, it was reported. The other announced completions are in Paramount and Baldwin Park.
Bill Leonard, a member of the state Board of Equalization, will address the Inland Valley Business Alliance's Ultimate Business Connection at 11:30 a.m. Monday at Antonino's Ristorante Italiano, 7945 Vineyard Ave., Rancho Cucamonga. The Board of Equalization is California's elected tax board and oversees the state's sales and use taxes. Leonard, who served in the state Legislature for 24 years, will discuss the state's business climate and budget, as well as tax laws that affect area businesses. Cost: $15. Reservations are requested. Information: 909-477-6623; www.ivbusiness.org
State Controller John Chiang on Thursday released his report on California's cash balance, receipts and disbursements in December. The month's receipts exceeded estimates by $481 million, or 5.7 percent, according to a news release. Year-to-date revenues remain below the amended 2009-10 budget's estimates by $353 million, or 0.9 percent, and state payments went out faster than expected near the end of the 2009 calendar year, the office reports. The state's overall cash position was $202 million below its projected level on Dec. 31. The state started the fiscal year with a $11.9 billion cash deficit in the General Fund, which grew to $24.8 billion by Dec. 31, according to the release. Information: www.sco.ca.gov
The Inland Empire Chamber Legislative Alliance is encouraging local business leaders to be on the lookout for a survey they are sending to all members of the group's participating chambers. The survey is requesting information regarding the taxes member businesses pay to operate in California. The data collected, which will include no names, will be compiled into a report that will be sent to legislators in Sacramento, according to the IECLA.
Financial Peace University, a 13-week financial-literacy class, is returning to Chino. The class, which is open to FPU lifetime family members, will focus on how to get rid of debt and live "financially free." The lifetime family memberships are available at daveramsey.com, and include class materials. The course will take place at CentrePoint Christian Fellowship, 6251 Schaefer Ave., Chino. It is being coordinated by Lowell Jepsen. Classes start at 7 p.m. Feb. 1, with previews being held at 7 p.m. Jan. 25 and 5 p.m Jan. 31. Child care will be provided. Information: 909-591-7555
The National Latina Business Women's Association in the Inland Empire will hold a networking event from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Jan. 26 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 10543 Sierra Ave., Fontana. The "Speed Networking" event offers business leaders the opportunity to meet and build relationships with other business owners and professionals, pitch their company's "30-second commercial" and more. Cost: $10. Registration begins promptly at 5:30 p.m. Reservations are required by Jan. 25. Information: 909-238-5516; nlbwa-ie.com
David C. Harvey has been named executive vice president and chief operations officer for Citizens Business Bank in Ontario. "David brings almost 20 years of experience in treasury operations, cash management, accounts payable, loan documentation and foreign exchange to Citizens Business Bank," said Christopher D. Myers, president and chief executive officer of Citizens Business Bank, in a news release. "He is an outstanding banker who will lead our operations, technology and services staff in the new decade."
The beginning of the new year marks the final days for California Guard and Reserve members and their families to nominate supportive employers for the 2010 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award. With 117 nominations from California already submitted, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, a Department of Defense agency, continues to encourage nominations of employers who have gone above and beyond in their support of military employees. Nominations will be accepted at www.FreedomAward.mil through Jan. 18. The 15 recipients will be announced in the spring and honored in Washington, D.C., at an award ceremony Sept. 23.
The Yucaipa Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly lunch meeting from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 21 at the Yucaipa Community Center, 34900 Oak Glen Road. Speaker will be Annette Kerber, assistant tax treasurer for San Bernardino County. The meal will be catered by Jose's Mexican Food.
Estrada Strategies has announced the appointment of Eduardo Santana to the position of CEO coach. According to a news release, Santana brings more than 10 years of experience in business consulting, management and real estate development to the company. As CEO coach, he is charged with training, coaching and monitoring chief executive officers of small to medium-sized businesses in Los Angeles County. His office is at 225 S. Lake Ave., Suite 300, Pasadena. Information: 213-479-0564; esantana@estradastrategies.com
The Montclair Chamber of Commerce will continue its "Most Common Mistakes Employers and Employees Make" series at its Jan. 14 membership breakfast. The event is at 7:30 a.m. at the Montclair HomeTown Buffet. The speaker will be Yesenia Flores of Human Resources Consulting. Information: 909-624-4569; www.montclairchamber.com
State Auditor Elaine Howle recently opened the application process for Californians to apply for the first-ever Citizens Redistricting Commission, which will draw new state Senate, Assembly and Board of Equalization district lines. The California Chamber of Commerce is encouraging the state's business organizations and leaders to apply and "get involved in the process." The application window closes Feb. 12. Information: 866-356-5217; www.WeDrawTheLines.ca.gov
Grubb & Ellis Co., a real estate services and investment firm that has an office in Ontario, has released its 2010 Real Estate Forecast, which indicates that 2010 commercial real estate fundamentals will decline more slowly than in 2009. According to the report, most property types will see a slow recovery starting in 2011. With and San Bernardino and Riverside counties expecting a 2.3 percent decline in employment during 2010, there will be flat demand for commercial real estate during the year, according to Grubb & Ellis' report. "Ample opportunity exists for tenants in the market ready to lock in leases, given the low rates and attractive packages currently available," according to Mano Leventakis, executive vice president, managing director of Grubb & Ellis' Inland Empire operations. "Buyers with cash are well-positioned to acquire properties at a discounted rate."
New Century Companies Inc., which has production facilities in Rancho Cucamonga, has announced that the board of directors approved increasing the company's authorized stock shares significantly to "alleviate large non-cash derivative liabilities." The Santa Fe Springs-based company rebuilds and retrofits mediumto large-size boring mills, lathes and machining centers for manufacturers.
A news release says that because of asset value declines and "plagued revenues," Fitch Ratings, a debt rating agency, has downgraded two series of municipal bonds issued by Riverside Public Financing Authority. The 2007 series C tax allocation bonds (Arlington, Magnolia Center, Hunter Park/Northside, University Corridor/Sycamore Canyon Merged, La Sierra/Arlanza Redevelopment Project), worth $89.1 million, has been downgraded to BBB from BBB+. The 2007 series C tax allocation bonds (Arlington, Magnolia Center, Hunter Park/Northside, University Corridor/Sycamore Canyon Merged, La Sierra/Arlanza Redevelopment Project) (taxable), worth $40.6 million, was also downgraded to BBB from BBB+.
Real estate professionals dealing with REOs across the Inland Empire can attend the 2010 REO Con Summit Convention on Jan. 29, 30 and 31 at the Anaheim Marriott, according to a news release. It will cover commercial REOs, loan modifications, legislated rights of possession, short sales, managing a high volume office, options for financing, insights into the latest technology for the default industry, and a question-andanswer session with leading asset managers. Speakers include Bruce Norris, president of Riverside-based The Norris Group; Chris Thornberg, founder of Beacon Economics; and Rick Sharga, senior vice president of Irvine-based RealtyTrac. For more info, visit http://reocon.net
California's technology and manufacturing industries "appear poised for a cyclical recovery in activity," according to an economic forecast published Monday by Wells Fargo Securities Economics Group. As for other areas, "We expect some moderately higher residential building." However, It will take "a while longer" for several other sectors to start hiring. "The probability of another moderation in (consumer spending) demand remains high for the second half of 2010 and into 2011. California commercial real estate markets have not yet hit bottom. Longer term, rising state and local tax rates, a high cost of doing business and slowing population growth will weigh on California's potential growth rate. California is likely to remain a relative underperformer economically over the forecast horizon."
Bruce Fielder has been named regional sales manager of credit union ATM services for CO-OP Financial Services in Rancho Cucamonga, an industry servicer in access and convenience products for credit unions, according to a news release. Fielder joins CO-OP Financial Services from Elan Financial Services, a subsidiary of U.S. Bank.
Colliers International, a commercial real estate services company, has expanded its Ontario office, according to a news release. More than 15 brokers and staff members from Colliers' Diamond Bar office have joined the Ontario office "in a move to centralize its operations within the hub of the Inland Empire's commercial real estate marketplace," it states.
San Bernardino County Supervisor Brad Mitzelfelt offered an optimistic appraisal of the coming year in a New Year's Eve message to constituents. Mitzelfelt, whose district encompasses the High Desert region of the county, noted that construction would like begin this year on one or more of three major projects in the Victorville area: the La Mesa/Nisqualli interchange in Victorville, the Yucca Loma Bridge in Apple Valley, and the Ranchero Road interchange at the 15 Freeway. "Next July, I will likely be seated as president of San Bernardino Associated Governments, the regional transportation agency, and will have the opportunity to lead the county's efforts to bring more jobs and mobility to the region," Mitzelfelt said. "This past year, I led the successful fight by mountain and desert jurisdictions to more than triple the amount of stimulus dollars for local streets and roads."
The Inland Empire Women's Business Center will offer a workshop Jan. 21 in Fontana aimed at helping would-be entrepreneurs launch new small businesses. The workshop, "Successful Startups: The ABCs of Starting Your Own Business," will include lessons on building a business plan, financing options, licensing and permits. It will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Cypress Center, 8380 Cypress Ave. On Jan. 28, the IEWBC will offer a workshop on "Writing a Winning Business Plan," also from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Cypress Center. Information: 909-890-1242; iewbc.com The IEWBC is part of the Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship at Cal State San Bernardino.
Jim Blouin has been named a regional sales manager for CO-OP Financial Services in Rancho Cucamonga. He will be responsible for "business development and sales in the northeast," said Lynn M. Kneebone, director of sales for CO-OP Financial Services, in a news release. "His strong industry knowledge and well-established relationships with credit unions and business partners in the northeast will position us for continued growth and success in this key market area." Blouin is based in Montpelier, Vt.
Stater Bros. Markets has purchased the store at 9575 Central Ave., Montclair, from Ronald Gershman for $3.7 million, according to costar.com. The San Bernardino-based grocer had been occupying the building when the all-cash purchase went through. Stater Bros. used in-house representation. David and Kevin Lachoff, and David Ghermezian, all of Grubb & Ellis, represented the seller.
The Business Insight Series at San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino continues Jan. 28 with a presentation on managing change in personnel, operational processes and business models by John Semcken, vice president of Majestic Realty. Semcken is senior development partner for the development of a new 600-acre National Football League stadium Industry and an NFL-themed mixed-use development. He has also worked on such notable developments as the Staples Center and the $60 million renovation of the Pacific Palms Conference Resort. The program, at the casino at 777 San Manuel Blvd. will be from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will include lunch. Tickets are $65. For more information, see businessinsightseries.com
The San Bernardino Area Chamber of Commerce annual installation dinner will be held from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Jan. 27 at the San Bernardino Hilton, 285 E. Hospitality Lane. The event includes a "mini expo." The chamber is still seeking participants. Space is limited. Reservations are required by Jan. 15. Information: 909-885-7515.
ISC Engineering has purchased the industrial building at 4351 Schaefer Ave., Chino, from a private trust for $1.75 million, according to costar.com
The custom-molded cable manufacturer will be relocating its headquarters from 157 Stare St., Pomona. Doug Earnhart, Paul Earnhart and Erik Hernandez of Lee & Associates represented the seller. David Lee of Coldwell Banker Commercial represented the buyer.
The Adelanto Chamber of Commerce's Jan. 14 luncheon will include the State of the City address by Mayor Charley B. Glasper. Reservations are requested. Cost: $14 with reservation; $17 at the door. Information, including event time: 760-246-5711; or e-mail office@adelantochamber.com
J.D. Heiskell & Co., a grain and commodity trading and feed manufacturing business that operates a feed mill in the Scoular Grain facility in Ontario, has acquired the Land O'Lakes Purina Feed facilities in Twin Falls and Gooding, Idaho. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed, but Heiskell officials said the acquisition is consistent with their long-term strategic plans and commitment to growing their direct dairy-producer business. They indicated the ownership transition should be "relatively seamless for employees, customers and the communities." "Our goal is to make the ownership transition as smooth and seamless as possible for all concerned," J.D. Heiskell & Co. Chairman Scot Hillman said. J.D. Heiskell and Co., founded in 1886, is a privately owned, commodity trading and feed manufacturing company serving the West. The company has regional trading offices in Elkhorn, Neb., Tulare, Calif., Amarillo, Texas, and Minneapolis.
The Credit Union Journal has reported that non-federally insured institutions, including state-chartered credit unions that have been certified as Community Development Financial Institutions by the Treasury's CDFI Fund, are now eligible to become Federal Home Loan Banks. According to the industry news organization, eligible CDFIs include community development loan funds, some venture capital funds and state-chartered credit unions that do not have federal insurance.
The National Association of Women in Construction's Inland Valley Chapter No. 140 will hold it's monthly general meeting at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 14 at Antonino's Ristorante Italiano, 7945 Vineyard Ave., Suite D7, Rancho Cucamonga. The speaker will be Christopher Byrd, HR director for Proactive Packaging & Display. He will be discussing new employment laws for 2010. Cost: $30. Reservations are required by Jan. 12. Information: 909-982-7911; 951-202-4484; or e-mail nawic140@msn.com
The Association of Commercial Real Estate's Inland Empire chapter will hold its third annual Economic Public/Private Partnership Summit on Jan. 20 at the Ayres Hotel & Suites, 1945 E. Holt Blvd. The event's moderator will be Joseph W. Brady, president of The Bradco Companies. The event includes displays by Inland Empire cities, which will be available from 1:30-2 p.m. The panel discussion begins at 2 p.m., and will be followed by a networking hour at 5 p.m. Cost: $40 for ACRE-IE members; $50 for non-members. Information: 951-686-7400; www.acre-ie.org
The Upland Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly membership luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 28 at the Doubletree Hotel, 222 N. Vineyard Ave., Ontario. The event will be sponsored by Ben-e-lect health insurance company. Cost: $25 for members with a reservation by Jan. 25; $35 for all at the door. Information: 909-204-4465.
Tilden-Coil Constructors Inc. in Riverside has announced the retirement of its chief executive officer, Dean Irving, effective Dec. 31. Irving has been with the 71-year-old company for three decades. Irving plans to "enjoy more time with his family and some of the beautiful golf courses in the area, while continuing his involvement as a board member of the University of Redlands and the Redlands YMCA," according to a company news release. Irving will pass the leadership torch to the company's current president, Brian Jaramillo, who will assume majority ownership of the firm. "Tilden-Coil Constructors would like to thank Dean Irving for his 30 years of service and dedication to this company, our clients and this community," the news release states.
Los Banos City Manager Steve Rath recently announced the extension of Rancho Cucamonga-based accounting firm Trine Day & Co. to continue filling the duties of chief financial officer for the city, according to the Associated Press. The city has been searching for a new CFO since October. The City Council voted to extend the firm's contract until the end of March 2011 at a cost of $13,750 per month, totaling $206,250 through the end of the agreement.
The Upland Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly "First Friday" networking meeting at 7 a.m. Jan. 8 at the Carnegie Building, 123 E. D St., Upland. The morning's topic will be memory training with speaker Chuck Douglas. Cost: $10 for chamber members; $15 for non-members. Reservations are required by Jan. 5. Information: 909-204-4465.
Altura Credit Union is offering a free seminar on Medicare and Medi-Cal insurance from 5:45 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the credit union's branch, 3451 14th St., Riverside. Space is limited, so reservations are requested. Information: 951-571-5369; www.alturacu.com
The National League for Nursing has awarded Gloria Leifer, an Ontario resident and associate professor of nursing at Riverside Community College, the designation Certified Nurse Educator. Leifer receives the designation "after meeting strict eligibility criteria and successfully completing a rigorous certification examination developed and administered by the National League for Nursing," according to a news release. Leifer has been a member of the Riverside Community College faculty for 20 years and is the author of four textbooks and multiple professional journal articles.
The Contractors State License Board has released a statement highlighting new laws and regulations the will go into effect today. Among them is Assembly Bill 370, which increases the penalties for unlicensed contracting that are identified in Business & Professions Code Section 7028. The bill also amends the Code to include that anybody who uses an unlicensed contractor is a victim entitled to restitution, regardless of whether they knew the contractor was unlicensed. Changes to the California Code of Regulations that have been approved by the Office of Administrative Law became effective Wednesday, and includes clarification that that state-issued contractor license numbers must be included in advertising, business documents and any promotional signs or materials. Information, as well as all changes: www.cslb.ca.gov
The state Board of Equalization has released gasoline and diesel consumption figures for September, as well as results from the third quarter 2009. In September, gasoline demand rose 0.05 percent, with Californians using 1.219 billion gallons of gasoline during the month. In the third quarter of 2009, gasoline consumption increased one percent. Californians used 3.772 billion gallons of gasoline,compared to 3.736 billion gallons the third quarter 2008. Gasoline sold in September generated approximately $322 million in sales tax during that month, an estimated $23 million less than generated last year, according to the news release. Diesel fuel sales declined 3.9 percent compared to September 2008, with a total of 244 million gallons sold during September 2009. Diesel consumption in California declined 10.6 percent in the third quarter of 2009, as Californians used slightly more than 654 million gallons. Information: www.boe.ca.gov
Lenders Who Care, a nonprofit organization that aims to provide information on affordable home ownership, will hold a workshop on available first-time home buyer programs 6:30-7:30 p.m. Jan. 11 in the Multi-purpose Room of the Upland Public Library, 460 N. Euclid Ave. Information: 877-811-1592; www.LendersWhoCare.org
The Yucca Valley-based Hi-Desert Water District is moving forward on plans for a wastewater-treatment and water-reclamation project, with a request for proposals for engineering services to perform the assessment district formation. According to a news release, "The successful bidder for the assessment district formation contract will review the preliminary design phasing map (which includes the downtown areas of Yucca Valley) and prepare a report. When complete, this report will list the parcel numbers to be included in the assessment district and a cost estimate for each property." Information: Jennifer Cusack, 760-228-6267; www.hdwd.com
The Credit Union Journal is reporting that CU Direct Lending in Ontario has reached a deal with GE Capital Fleet that will allow the fleet management company to help CUDL's clients market repossessed vehicles. "GE Capital, Fleet Services is one of the largest commercial wholesale 'remarketers' in the country, remarketing more than 120,000 vehicles each year," CUDL Communications Coordinator Bill Meyer told the Credit Union Journal. "By participating in the 'Remarketing by GE' program, credit unions can benefit from GE's brand, remarketing strategy, and competitive rates to potentially earn higher net sale prices for repos, often with a shorter sales cycle than credit unions can achieve on their own."
The office of Rep. Joe Baca, D-San Bernardino, recently announced that the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee has awarded the Fontana Housing Authority nearly $565,000 in federal tax credits, which will be used to construct South Mill Creek Apartments, an affordable rental housing complex in the city. According to a news release, "CTCAC administers a federal and state housing program which provides funds for investment in affordable rental housing for low-income families and individuals."
Kathy Lynn Tully, a financial adviser for Morgan Stanley Smith Barney's Ontario office, attended the fourth annual Barron's Winner's Circle Top Women Advisors Summit, hosted by Barron's magazine in early December. The invitation-only conference, held in Palm Beach, Fla., brought together more than 400 financial advisers from participating firms, including Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Bank of America-Merrill Lynch and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC. "It was an honor to be a part of this event and to meet other professionals who share the same integrity and passion for this industry," Tully said in a news release. "Discussing best practices one-on-one with the top financial advisers across the country was a unique experience. It will be beneficial to bring these insights back to my firm and my clients." Information: www.morganstanley.com
San Dimas-based Sea West Enterprises Inc. has been awarded a transit center project in Corona, according to a company news release. The facility will serve as a hub for CommuterLink express bus service and integrate with Corona North Main Metrolink Station. The project has been six years in the planning and will incorporate bus bays, a covered pedestrian plaza, driver facilities, parking and an elevator-served pedestrian bridge connection to the Metrolink station, according to the release. The $6.5 million project is scheduled for a summer opening. Rick Byrne is the project superintendent. Engineering and construction management services are being provided by Psomas. Sea West and Psomas also will team to complete a solar-power system integrated into the pedestrian plaza canopies to provide all electrical needs for the site.
According to its most recent newsletter, the Highland Area Chamber of Commerce will be relocating its offices in March to the Jim Cimino Realty office, 27255 Messina St., Highland. The move offers the chamber an opportunity to downsize. Persons interested in purchasing office furniture and fixtures from the current chamber location are asked to call the office. All sales will be final and must be made prior to Feb. 1. Sales will support the cost of moving, according to the newsletter. Information: 909-864-4073; www.highlandchamber.org
Personalized Business Service will observe its 50th anniversary from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 9 with a "classic American celebration, complete with hot dogs and apple pie" at the company's Upland office, 1453 W. Foothill Blvd. Owner Brian Glick said in a news release that "50 years in business says a lot about what we're doing here -- offering good old-fashioned service that stands the test of time." Personalized Business Service, with offices in Upland and Hesperia, offers payroll, tax, accounting and financial services to small and medium businesses. Information: 909-981-5661; or e-mail kates@personalizedtax.com
REO brokers, investors and lenders are encouraged to attend the REO CON Default Industry Summit Conference from 4 p.m. Jan. 29 through 7 p.m. Jan. 31 at the Anaheim Marriott, 700 W Convention Way. The conference will "offer the latest information from top industry speakers and reveal where the new fortunes are to be made," according to a news release. Speakers include Christopher Thornberg, a founding principal of Beacon Economics; Bruce Norris, an investor, hard money lender and real estate market trends forecaster who hosts a show on KTIE-AM (590) and is on the board of the Real Estate Research Council of Southern California at Cal Poly Pomona; and Rick Sharga, senior vice president of Irvine-based RealtyTrac, an online foreclosure tracker. Information: reocon.net
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