CHAMPION

OCTOBER 2018

TULARE

Just Who is an Independent Contractor? Adapted from Article by Lisa Renner, Capitol Weekly via CalChamber

Creating a Strong Local Economy

Representing the Interests of Business with Government

Providing Business Engagement

Opportunities

Promoting the Community

A sweeping new California Supreme Court ruling restricting who is an independent contractor is shaking up an exceptionally diverse range of industries.

The ruling, issued in April, affects an estimated 2 million independent contractors working in healthcare, beauty salons, gig economy jobs like Uber and Lyft, journalism, music, real estate, education, financial planning, agriculture, construction, technology, insurance, transportation and more.

The decision is praised by the California Labor Federation as offering workers protections like minimum wage, unemployment, workers’ compensation and disability insurance. But some independent contractors say they like their freedom and have no interest in being employees.

“The interesting rub on this whole issue it’s not a traditional business versus labor fight,” said Jennifer Barerra, senior vice president of policy for the California Chamber of Commerce. “This is really about two different forms of the workforce – a worker vs. worker situation. It’s about whether employees get to choose what status they want to be and what works best for their lifestyle.”

The chamber is coordinating the I’m Independent Coalition, which is asking the state Legislature to allow more flexibility for independent contractors.

The ruling on Dynamex Operations West Inc. vs. Superior Court of Los Angeles provides a new three-part “ABC” test to determine who can be an independent contractor. The ruling says that the worker must (A) be free from control and direction from the hiring business, (B) must

perform work outside the scope of the hiring entity’s usual business and (C) the worker must have an independent business of the same nature of work (demonstrated by taking out a business license or marketing services, etc.).

The biggest change is Part B, which was never included under previous law.

Dynamex is a same-day courier and delivery company that classified all its drivers as employees until 2004 when it reclassified them as independent contractors. Though the drivers could set their own schedules, they had to wear Dynamex uniforms and notify the company of their availability. The state Supreme Court ruled that the drivers should be employees.

Cont’d—See Special Contract Page 5

The reopening of the Tulare Regional Medical Center will generate approximately $107.1 million in economic impact annually and support over 660 jobs, according to an economic impact analysis commissioned by the Tulare C o u n t y E c o n o m i c

Development Corporation and p r e p a r e d b y I m p a c t DataSource of Austin, Texas. The report analyzed the planned investments and hiring

proposed by Adventist Health in reopening the medical center, and calculates the economic and fiscal impact

Economic Impact of

Tulare Regional Medical Center

associated with the investment. The study was sponsored by Tulare County Board of Supervisors, SoCal Gas, Tulare Chamber of Commerce, Greater Tulare Chamber Trust, Tulare Hospital Foundation, Sequoia Regional Economic Development Foundation, and Adventist Health.

“The impact of the hospital is significant, not just in the medical care it provides and the lives it saves, but it also economically benefits nearly every industry sector in the County through local spending and payroll” stated Tulare County Supervisor Pete Vander Poel. Tulare Chamber CEO Donnette Silva Carter added, “With an average salary of $74,500 for hospital workers, the restoration of lost jobs and addition of new ones, the hospital will have a positive impact on local spending as it reopens and ramps up to full operation.”

The Tulare Chamber of

Commerce Board of Directors voted

to SUPPORT Measure H. (See page 5.)

Cont’d-See Hospital Page 2

Reopening will generate $107.1 million in economic impact annually

Governmental Affairs Patrick Isherwood Governmental Affairs Chair

The economic impact is measured based on employment, compensation to employees, economic output and the value added from the operation. “Economic impact is more than the direct spending of the hospital and employees, as indirect spending and activity create additional economic impact and support further jobs in the community” stated EDC Vice Chairman Colby Wells of SoCalGas.

“We appreciate the leadership of the EDC in assembling sponsors and facilitating this study. Adventist Health looks forward to the hospital’s reopening, and to the economic health that will result”, said Adventist Health executive Randy Dodd. “We’re grateful for the warm welcome we’ve received and are enjoying the

many opportunities we’ve had to get to know our new community.”

Community Impact Partner Spotlights RES COM Pest Control RES COM Pest Control has been offering general pest and termite control services to Tulare, Visalia, Porterville, D e l a n o , H a n f o r d a n d surrounding communities since 1985. RES COM Pest Control knows it’s important to give back to the community in various ways. As part of giving back the company has supported youth organizations such as Cal Ripken Baseball, Tulare Girls Softball, Soccer leagues, Tulare Elementary and High School yearbooks and other programs for the past 33 Years. The company was a major supporter of the Tulare Community Auditorium restoration project. Additionally, RES COM holds an annual Community Christmas Party fundraiser with all proceeds benefitting the Tulare Salvation Army. This year marks the 19th year, and over 1.1 million has been raised. Whatever pest control needs one may have, RES COM can provide a solution at prices you can afford. Contact RES COM Pest Control today at 685-8989 and ask about

their free inspection and estimate.

Will Tiesiera Ford Will Tiesiera Ford has spent three decades building a strong reputation among its customers and in the local community. Whether they’re helping out the Boys and Girls Club or sponsoring little league teams, they believe in creating a local

business that shoppers and area residents can believe in. The company brings the

kind of care and attentiveness that only f a m i l y - o w n e d dealerships can offer, and they support customers not just at the point of sale, but for the duration of the person’s time with their vehicle. Their customers are eligible for the Tiesiera Advantage and the associated perks, including 24/7 flat tire repair and wheel replacement, roadside assistance, free annual safety inspect ions, and more. For information on Will Tiesiera visit willtiesieraford.com or call 688-7471.

The November ballot, like many previous years, will include a long menu of various propositions seeking your vote. California has a hungry appetite for legislative fixes to many issues we deal with in the golden state. At the recent September GAC meeting, a few of the propositions were reviewed and voted upon. The GAC reviews Propositions and makes recommendations to the Chamber Board of Directors. Proposition 1 is the Housing Programs and Veteran’s Loans Bond. The GAC recommended to support and endorse Prop 1. A "yes" vote supports this measure to authorize $4 billion in general obligation bonds for housing-related programs, loans, grants, and projects and housing loans for veterans. The GAC committee did not take action on Proposition 2, and tabled the matter to the October meeting. Proposition 3 is the Water Infrastructure and Watershed Conservation Bond Initiative. The GAC recommended to support and endorse Prop 3. A "yes" vote supports $8.877 billion in general obligation bonds for water infrastructure, groundwater supplies and storage, surface water storage and dam repairs, watershed and fisheries improvements, and habitat protection and restoration. The GAC recommended to support and endorse Proposition 4, the Children’s Hospital Bonds Initiative. A “yes” vote supports authorizing $1.5 billion in bonds for the construction, expansion, renovation, and equipping of children's hospitals in California.

The GAC also reviewed and took a position on Proposition 10, the Local Rent Control Initiative 2018. The GAC recommended to oppose Prop 10. A “no” vote opposes the initiative, thus keeping the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act and continuing to prohibit local governments from enacting rent control on certain buildings. The Chamber Board of Directors at its September board meeting, followed suit with the GAC’s recommendations and concurred with the proposed actions. The GAC will review the remaining ballot initiatives at the October meeting.

The Governmental Affairs Committee has presentations from varying governmental entities regarding what could impact businesses and our community. If you would like to be informed regarding city, county and state policies, attend the GAC meeting on the second Monday of the month at Apple Annie’s Restaurant at noon. All members are welcome. The meeting is a no-host lunch.

UPDATES

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SPOTLIGHT

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Shades of Ireland March 11-20, 2019

Call 686-1547 or visit www.tularechamber.org for

information.

Greece April 4-12, 2019

Classic Italy by Rail October 14-23, 2019

Travel with the Chamber Hospital (Cont’d from Page 1)

BOOK NOW!

Ambassador Spotlight Alex Gutierrez La Piazza Ristorante Italiano

A Tulare native, Alex Gutierrez’s parents immigrated from Aguascalientes, Mexico. His father has worked on dairies and his mother multi-tasked being a homemaker, mother, worker and student. His parents both showed Alex and his four younger brothers that with hard work and perseverance you can do anything in this great country. Upon completing high school, Alex worked to support his son, who he adores, and he enrolled in the College of the Sequoias. After a chaotic period in his life, he decided at the age of 23 to refocus and get serious on improving not only himself, but the community, by getting involved and restarting his education. Alex has volunteered his time in various capacities for multiple organizations. He has learned a tremendous amount, met outstanding individuals and keeps his eyes open wide to the reality of what faces the people of Tulare. For almost four years Alex has worked at La Piazza Ristorante Italiano and has had the honor of being their Ambassador to the Tulare Chamber of Commerce for almost two years. He is proud of the delicious food that Camilo Danh serves in the beautiful restaurant that Melina Maack designed.

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Business Spotlight Garton Tractor

Garton Tractor has ten dealerships throughout California and sells, services, and rents farm and construction equipment from New Holland , Hitachi, Lemken, Kubota, Oxbo,Taeuchi, Air-O-Fan, Rears as well as many other manufactures.. The Tulare dealership services Tulare, Kings, and Kern Counties and their giving doesn’t stop at the city limit sign. Realizing that agriculture is not just a segment of our community, but rather it is woven into every aspect of our community, their giving is not limited specifically to agricultural organizations. The company employs 32 people, and has made countless contributions to our area. Over 40 pedal tractors have been sent to auctions raising money for organizations. The tractor dealership assisted the Tulare Baseball Association get Mules (industrial golf carts) to get around the ballpark. Their greatest donation was a tractor to the Tulare High School Farm and Future Farmers of America (FFA).

Educating people on tractors is a way Garton Tractor gives back as well. George Pierce, General Manager, spent a Saturday at a Girl Scout event with a tractor so that Scouts from throughout California could see a tractor, possibly for the first time. The company is actively involved in the AgVentures Learning Center at the International Agri-Center and does safety demonstrations there for kids from rural schools.

Loaning out equipment is something Garton does constantly. Whether it is to prepare for the World Ag Expo, provide people movers for the Antique Farm Equipment Show, helping FFA students prepare for competitions, supporting Relay For Life, or helping pull a float through a parade, Garton is happy to assist and be in the community. The dealership donates to even more causes through the livestock auctions at area fairs, the Kiwanis Pork Feed, the Summer Send-Off Car Show, Farmer of the Year luncheon, Agriculturist of the Year for Kings County, Encore Theatre, and Young Farmers and Ranchers just to name a few. For more information visit gartontractor.com or call 686-0054.

Board Member Spotlight Graciela Soto Perez Altura Centers for Health

Graciela Soto Perez was raised in Woodlake. Her parents were migrant farm workers. Graciela harvested olives, grapes, and oranges, along with her family, year-round from childhood to adolescence. In 8th grade she started to volunteer at Kaweah Delta Health Care District as a Candy Striper (Hospital Volunteer), starting in their library then translating in the Emergency Room. The medical field was intriguing, and she became a Certified Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide during her high school years and obtained a business certificate from the Tulare County Organization for Vocational Education (TCOVE) program. Graciela obtained a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Public Policy Planning and Development, with a minor in Health Care Administration, from the University of Southern California and later obtained a Masters in Health Administration and Geriatrics from the University of Southern California. Her first occupation after finishing school was as Chief Executive Officer of Tulare Community Health Clinic, now Altura Centers for Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center. She continues to hold this position.

Graciela serves on multiple boards and committees.

Due to her migrant background, she has a passion for helping youth and has a mission to serve the underserved and uninsured. Healthcare is not just a business to Graciela, it is about people’s lives and compassion, hospitality and heart are vital at all levels.

SPOTLIGHTS

Tulare Chamber

of Commerce

Takes a Position

on Propositions

Support Proposition 1

Housing Programs and Veterans Loan Bonds

Proposition 3

Water Infrastructure and Watershed Conservation

Bond

Proposition 4 Childrens’ Hospital Bonds

Initiative

Oppose Proposition 10

Local Rent Control Initiative

Positions on additional

propositions will be made. An email will be sent out after stances are taken.

Oct 4 City Council Candidates’ Forum, 6:00pm

Tulare Senior Center, 201 N. F Street

Oct 10 Business After Hours Mixer, 5:30pm

Beauty Bar 613, 1005 E. Prosperity Ave.

Oct 12 TBEC Freshman Academy Lunch

Edison Energy Education Center

Oct 15 Ribbon Cutting—Tulare Regional Medical Center managed by Adventist Health, 9:00am

869 North Cherry St. (Lobby)

Oct 16 Tulare City Council Meeting, 7:00pm

Oct 25 Ribbon Cutting—Learn 4 Life/Kings Valley Academy, 10:00am

1462 E. Prosperity Ave.

SAVE THE DATE

Nov 15 South San Joaquin Valley Industrial Summit

Edison Energy Education Center

CHAMBER CALENDAR

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Meet the Newest Leadership Class

Seeking Nominations for Annual Awards

Each year the Tulare Chamber of Commerce presents an award to a man, woman, small business, and large business who exemplify outstanding community spirit and service. Last year, the category of male and female youth of the year was added. The Chamber is now accepting nominations for the 2018 awards program. Anyone wishing to nominate a person or business can view the requirements and download the application at tularechamber.org.

The 135th Annual Banquet will be on Friday, January

25th, at the International Agri-Center, Heritage Complex. The evening begins at 6 pm with a social hour, followed by dinner and then the program.

For more information on the Chamber’s awards, call 686-1547.

Margarita Camacho College of the

Sequoias

Cosmo Costales College of the

Sequoias

Broc Maffia JD Heiskell & Co.

Daniel Moreno AltSys Solar, Inc.

Richard Payne Tulare Police Department

Margie Perez City of Tulare

Fernanda Rocha Rabobank

Alex Ruiz Frank’s Automotive

Repair

Dave Schlaepfer TF Tire & Service

Sean Smiley Tulare Fire

Department

Read more about the Leadership

Tulare Class of 2018/2019 on

the Chamber’s website

Photo Credit: Gainsborough Studios

Crush Party a Success– THANK YOU!

How exciting it is to see Adventist Health’s enthusiasm for opening Tulare Regional Medical Center (TRMC) and becoming part of this community. Their motivation to impact the delivery of health care in the greater Tulare area is admirable. They have taken on the monumental task of reopening a hospital that was closed due to severe financial problems and management challenges. Adventist Health presented the Tulare Local HealthCare District with a proposal to bring this vital service to life again, first as the organization managing TRMC, and hopefully with the positive vote of district constituents, as the lease operator for renewable five-year terms up to thirty years. With the passage of Measure H, they will be called Adventist Health – Tulare.

Having a hospital in a town the size of Tulare is critical not only for adequate health services for residents, but also for sustaining and enhancing economic vitality. The past year’s loss of the hospital has had a negative impact on the local economy. We have seen residents without jobs who have been challenged with financially maintaining their households. That loss of revenue impacts them as well as local restaurants, retailers, and service providers whose businesses aren’t shopped by customers who have cut back on spending. Analysts report that a dollar spent locally circulates five times through the economy, so imagine if you will, the loss of millions of dollars in payroll, multiplied by five – that’s money that hasn’t been circulating for a year in Tulare. Our local businesses have felt the loss. Additionally, having a hospital is a necessity in terms of business attraction. When we meet with companies considering Tulare, they are interested in hearing about many factors from housing to spending trends and education to health care. While there are great local health care providers through private and clinic options, not having a hospital, especially to serve companies in potential emergency situations, definitely affects how a prospect views our town.

In making the decision to SUPPORT Measure H, the Chamber Board considered all of the economic impact factors, the unemployment of its community members, and the health and wellbeing of residents of the greater Tulare area. A key factor also taken into consideration was Adventist Health’s long-standing, positive reputation for the delivery of quality health care in our region and across the United States. The vote to support on behalf of our members, and the over 10,000 employees they represent, was good business sense and just plain good common sense.

Adventist Health very quickly embraced Tulare and has joined our other members in being a champion for business and community. We are grateful the Tulare Local Health Care District chose them and that they chose us. Having our hospital open again will allow all of us to rest better.

Chamber Board

Votes to Support

Measure H By Donnette Silva Carter, IOM

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Contractors (Cont’d from Page 1)

The court ruling has put doctors in a bind who are now caught between this ruling and the state Business and Professions Code, which bars hospitals from directly employing most physicians. Many doctors serve as independent contractors at several hospitals – sometimes working a few shifts at safety net hospitals, which provide lower reimbursement rates, and other shifts at higher-end hospitals which pay more. Because they set their own schedules, they can have more time to spend with children and family if they choose.

“I think this was not meant to include physicians because the doctors who are independent contractors like being independent contractors,” said Dr. Aimee Moulin, immediate past president of the California Chapter of the American College of Emergency Room Physicians. “They don’t need the same labor protections that other employees do.”

Gail Blanchard-Saiger, vice president and counsel on labor and employment for the California Hospital Association, said the ruling potentially exposes hospitals and other employers to a huge liability in fines. It may also cause some hospitals to cut back on wellness classes provided by independent contractors such as yoga classes, CPR and birthing classes.

The ruling has caused Neighborhood Music School, a 104-year-old educational organization in Los Angeles that serves 350 students mostly ages 5-21, to throw out its business model that has worked for over a century. It has reclassified all its music teachers as part-time employees, in many cases over their objections.

“We have less than a $1 million budget,” said Connie St. John, executive director of the school. “If the (California Employment Development Department) came after us, we couldn’t keep our doors open.”

The musicians who work for the school typically also have private students and perform with other groups. “The teachers do not want to be classified as employees,” said St. John. “They do not want to check to take a day off or to take off to tour for six weeks.”

The EDD ordered the school to reclassify its workers as part-time three years ago but the school appealed the decision and won. The EDD appealed that decision but the school won again. “We were thinking we’re good now,” St. John said. “We won twice.” But with the Dynamex ruling, the school quickly realized it had to act fast. “We became a sitting duck.”

Randy Dotinga, former president of the American Society of Journalists and Authors and a freelance writer based in San Diego, said the ruling is already concerning to his group’s members. Some writers have already lost work because of the decision. While they support workers who want employee status, they also want flexibility for those who don’t.

“As independent contractors, many of us our able to have more fulfilling, lucrative, secure jobs that aren’t possible in the news industry these days,” he said. “I feel I make more money, am more secure than I could have been in the news industry. I’ve been doing this almost 20 years. This works for me, this allows me to have a successful writing career. I don’t want to lose my job.”

Hair stylists are also caught up in the changes. Many work as independent contractors for salons, which rent them a station. But Daniel Muller, a San Jose attorney who works with the Professional Association, said it shouldn’t be too hard for them to keep their independent status if they choose to. Salon owners should just be sure to only rent them space and not get involved with collecting money or booking appointments or putting up a web site that identifies stylists as part of their team. “The devil is in the details,” Muller said.

Engage with Youth

Make a Difference Be Future Ready

Friday, November 9 Conduct mock interviews and/or

have lunch with students To sign-up or for more information,

email darcy@tularechamber.org.

Freshman Academy Lunch Friday, October 12

Have lunch with students

Give a small amount of time and make a big difference in the lives of youth!

Foodlink for Tulare County Non-Profit Organization 611 2nd Street Exeter, CA 93221 (559) 651-3663 foodlinktc.org

Pierpoint Bar & Grill Restaurants 801 Highway 190 Springville, CA 93265 (559)483-9163 pierpointonthemighty190.com

San Joaquin Valley College Schools, Colleges & Education 3828 W Caldwell Ave. Visalia, CA 93277 (559) 302-1122 sjvc.edu

August New Members

Diamond Community Impact Partner

Tulare Regional Medical Center

managed by Adventist Health Hospitals, Health & Wellness, Health Services

869 N. Cherry St., Tulare

(559)685-3462

tulareregional.org

Bronze Community Impact Partner

Chukchansi Gold

Resort & Casino Casino, Hotels/Motels,

Restaurants

711 Lucky Lane

Coarsegold, CA 93614

(559) 692-5295

chukchansigold.com

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System One Filtration Oil Filtration Products, Racing 6080 Leonard Noell Drive Tulare, CA 93274 (559) 687-1955 system1filters.com

Tractor Supply Co. Tulare Farm Equipment & Supplies 1949 E. Prosperity Ave. Tulare, CA 93274 (559) 688-1334 tractorsupply.com

The Gardens at California Turf Nursery, Landscape Architect-Contractors & Designers 950 North ''J'' Street Tulare, CA 93274 (559) 688-2084 thegardensshop.com

Business After Hours Mixer Thank you to the Tulare County Fair for hosting the

September Business After Hours Mixer! The mixer was the perfect kick-off to the Fair. Attendees enjoyed a fiesta

that even included a margarita machine!

MEMBER NEWS

Tulare Regional Medical Center managed by Adventist Health will reopen on October 15th. The community is invited to join them at 9:00am for a ribbon cutting in the lobby of the hospital. The hospital will open with the following services: emergency services, intensive care, anesthesia, nutritional services, lab, medical/surgical nursing, emergency surgery, pharmacy, and medical imaging. For more information, visit reopentularehospital. For employment opportunities, visit careers.adventisthealth.org.

Relay for Life of Tulare is looking for teams and volunteers for the event which will be held October 13th-14th. For more information, call 331-0629 or visit www.relayforlife.org/tulareca.

Soroptimist International of Tulare will hold Wine & Shop on October 11th at the Tulare Outlets from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. The event will feature wine tasting, food, music, and a cigar bar. There will be a silent auction and a drawing for a $500 shopping spree. Tickets are $25 and must be purchased in advance. Attendees must be 21 or over.

The International Agri-Center will present Harvest Festival on October 13th from 3:00pm to 9:00pm. Admission is $5 or three cans of food. Kids under 6 or in costume are free. There will be live music, food trucks, shopping, carnival games, beer, hay rides, a pumpkin patch, and a haunted house. The event will take place at the IAC’s grounds located at 4500 S. Laspina. For more information visit iacharvestfestival.org.

Hands in the Community announces its upcoming night of laughter — Comedy Blast — on January 25, 2019 at 8:00pm, featuring the off-the wall duo of comedian Ken Davis and ventriloquist David Pendleton. This will be a night of side-splitting hilarity for the whole family presented at Visalia First Assembly’s located at Akers and Caldwell. Tickets are on sale at hnconline.org and are $25-$30.

The 28th annual restaurant showcase, Taste Treats in Tulare benefitting the Tulare Historical Museum, will be held Monday, October 29th from 6:00pm to 8:30pm at the International Agri-Center in Pavilion C. Admission is $50 and includes a hosted bar. Tickets are available by calling 686-2074 or visiting tularehistoricalmuseum.org.

Pints for Polio is an event sponsored by the Tulare Sunrise Rotary and is an evening of fun, camaraderie and community service. Proceeds from the event go towards the fight to eradicate polio. The event will be held on October 10th from 5:30pm to 8:00pm at Hazel’s Kitchen located at 237 North L Street. Tickets are $20 and include a glass, t-shirt, and a pint of beer.

The Marriott in Visalia will be hosting a fundraiser unlike any our area has seen. Visalia Over the Edge will allow 92 people, who fundraised $1000 for The Source, LGBT+ Center, to rappel down the side of the hotel from the eighth story on November 10th. Sponsorships are available and some include the opportunity to rappel. To learn more, visit visaliaovertheedge.com.

Happy Trails Riding Academy will be hosting Round Up, a cowboy picnic featuring music, wine, a parade of horses, and a silent auction on October 5th. To purchase tickets visit happytrailsridingacademy.org.

Proud to Wear Pink, a Tulare Hospital Foundation event, will be held October 6th and will include a luncheon, fashion show, exhibitors, boutique, entertainment, and designer purse live auction. The event will be held in the Heritage Complex at the International Agri-Center. Tickets are $40 and available by calling 685-3438.

Join the fight to end Alzheimer's on October 13th at Mooney’s Grove Park. This Alzheimer's Association’s event will open registration at 8:00am, a ceremony will be held at 9:30am and the walk will begin at 10am. For more details call 753-8204 or email visaliawalk@alz.org.

The Tulare Public Library will host a job fair on Friday, October 19 from 10:00am to 1:00pm at the library located at 475 North M Street. Vendor space is available at no charge. For more information, call Jane Zikratch at 685-4517 or email jane.zikratch@tularepubliclibrary.org.

Oktoberfest will be celebrated on October 5th and 6th at Pierpoint Bar and Grill in the Sequoia National Forest, on Highway 190 just 16 miles

east of Springville.

The Tulare Downtown Foundation will be hosting a Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee and Haunted Historic Hayride on October 27th, at the corner of K Street and Kern Ave., 5:00pm-8:00pm. For more information visit tularedowntown.com or call 685-2350.

The South Valley Industrial Collaborative will hold the 2nd Annual South Valley Industrial Summit on November 15th at the Edison Energy Education Center. The program for the summit is designed by industry and for industry to bring you the best value. This year, there will be five pre-summit, all day workshops offered free of charge to industry partners to learn about new technologies. Please register at southvalleyindustrialsummit.org.

THANK YOU AUGUST LOYAL RENEWING MEMBERS Cream of the Crop Ag Service, Inc.** City of Tulare-City Council * Chris and Lucy Van Scyoc Clarklind Farms George Pierce Golden State Auto Glass & Tint Greg Watte Ranch ImagineU Interactive Children's Museum Kiwanis Club of Greater Tulare (Morning) Lesley & Associates Lynn & Annette Dredge Mario Simoes Family Dairy Meridian Pool & Spa Mid Valley Property Management Optimal Hospice Foundation Oxi Fresh Central Valley Pixley Auto Parts & Farm Supply Richard & Kelsey Jones Shannon Brothers Company, Inc. Sign Time Steve Presant Tulare Community Church Tulare County Association of Governments Tulare Local Development Company Tulare Meat Locker Tulare Sunrise Rotary Club Vermillion & Associates Insurance Agency **Community Impact Partnerships *Enhanced membership

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Community Impact Partners receive additional

marketing opportunities. If you would like more

information on being a Community Impact

Partner, please call Teresa at 686-1547.

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PAID PERMIT #232

2018 Chamber

Board of Directors

Renee Soto Chair State Farm Insurance - Renee Soto Kevin Mooney Chair Elect Morris Levin & Son Kelsey Jones Immediate Past Chair Educational Employees Credit Union Mike Watson Vice Chair of Finance Golden State Paint & Body, Inc. Jack Ramsey Vice-Chair of Membership AltSys Solar Karen Bravo Land O'Lakes Inc. Pam Chiaramonte Chiaramonte Construction & Plumbing Ken Dodson Civic Minded Danny Giotto Giotto's Alarm Tech Lee Ann Hakl International Agri-Center Kathleen Johnson Rosa Brothers Evan Orgeron TF Tire & Service Graciela Soto-Perez Altura Centers for Health Lucy Van Scyoc TJUHSD Brian Thoburn Southern California Edison

Chamber Staff Donnette Silva Carter Chief Executive Officer Donnette@tularechamber.org Teresa Menezes Director of Community Partnerships Teresa@tularechamber.org Darcy Phillips Director of Marketing & Events darcy@tularechamber.org Jackie Yniguez Information Coordinator info@tularechamber.org

Adventist Health is managing Tulare Regional Medical Center.

CURRENT RESIDENT OR

Tulare Chamber of Commerce 220 East Tulare Avenue

Tulare, CA 93274 PO Box 1435

Tulare, CA 93275 (559)686-1547 |(559)686-4915 fax

www.tularechamber.org

FROST INC.

Community Impact Partners Investing in programs for economic and community prosperity

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Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino | Coldwell Solar | Cream of the Crop | Custom Almonds | DAMCO Doug Les Farms | GAR Tootelian, Inc. | Gainsborough Studio Garton Tractor | Griswold, LaSalle, Cobb, Dowd & Gin, LLP

Hydros Agritech Inc. | Lionsgate Construction | Madero Dairy Systems | River Valley Church State Farm Insurance-Renee Soto | Sunworks Solar Power

Welcome New

Community Impact

Partners

Griswold, LaSalle, Cobb, Dowd,

& Gin, LLP &

Madero Dairy Systems

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——Diamond—— ——Platinum——

Welcome to our newest

Diamond Community Impact Partner!