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Tuesday, April 06, 2021Governor Newsom Outlines the State’s Next Step in the COVID-19 Pandemic Recovery, Moving Beyond the Blueprint
The below press release from the Governor details a plan to move away from the tier system June 15th and fully reopen. This announcement is new and more details are to come – we will continue to update you as more details become availableCalifornia has administered 20 million vaccines, including 4 million to the hardest-hit communities State aims to fully reopen on June 15, will continue to require masking and encourage all Californians to get vaccinated SACRAMENTO – As California surpasses a major
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Wednesday, March 10, 2021Santa Maria Valley Chamber Expands Support for Education and Workforce Preparation
The Santa Maria Valley Chamber has long prioritized support for education, particularly as it ensures a strong local talent pipeline for the workforce. Recognizing that this work is among the most important ways to support our local economy, the Chamber is excited to announce a formal partnership with Partners in Education, a non-profit operating under the Santa Barbara County Education Office (SBCEO). The Chamber has a strong history of collaboration with SBCEO and individual local school districts,
Tuesday, February 02, 2021Santa Maria Valley Chamber Welcomes Angelica Gutierrez to their Board of Directors
The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the appointment of Angelica Gutierrez, Project Manager at L&G Farms Inc., to their Board of Directors. “Angelica’s diverse background in banking and agriculture, as well as her impressive involvement in the community will be a huge asset for our Board of Directors,” said Glenn Morris, President/CEO for the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce. “The Chamber found itself with a couple of open seats due to a couple of members moving out of
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Monday, January 25, 2021Santa Maria Valley Chamber Applauds City Council for Support of Local Businesses
The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce applauds the Santa Maria City Council for showing their support for local business with the adoption of an important resolution during their January 19th City Council Meeting. Sponsored by the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Chambers across Santa Barbara County, the Resolution to Support Safe Business Operations makes clear the case that businesses can (and should be allowed to) operate safely during the COVID pandemic. “The Chamber
Wednesday, December 02, 20202020 Freedom Monument Veterans Memorial Ceremony Cancelled Due to COVID-19
In a typical year, today would have been spent honoring the brave men and women who have served our country during the Freedom Monument Veterans Memorial ceremony. Unfortunately, this year’s event has been cancelled due to COVID-19. The annual ceremony, put on by the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce, traditionally takes place around the December 7th Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day at the Freedom Monument Veterans Memorial, located at 600 S. McClelland, in front of the Abel Maldonado Community Youth
Tuesday, September 29, 2020Protect. Respect. Repeat!
Community leaders encourage continued protection efforts as Santa Barbara County downgrades COVID threat level Community leaders are strongly encouraging county residents and businesses to continue efforts to protect families, businesses, and communities as Santa Barbara County moved to a lower COVID-19 threat level this week. The group launch ed an updated “Protect. Respect. Repeat!” campaign to encourage face coverings and other precautions to fight the pandemic locally. The downgrade from a purple to
Wednesday, September 16, 2020Santa Maria Valley Chamber Advocates Voter Registration during Employee Voter Registration Week
The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce they will be participating in Employee Voter Registration Week, taking place September 21-25. This is an important initiative that encourages private sector citizens to register and vote in the upcoming 2020 elections. The elections this year are important, as we will have the opportunity to vote for elected officials at the local, state, and federal level including the President. It is important to remember that the individuals we elect or
Thursday, September 03, 2020Local Businesses Continue Despite Growing Impacts from COVID-19
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 2, 2020 Local Businesses Continue Despite Growing Impacts from COVID-19The Santa Maria Valley Chamber’s Business Impact Survey for August showed that the local business community continues to face challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. “What we saw from this month’s results was somewhat to be expected,” explained Chamber President/CEO Glenn Morris. “Our local businesses continued to experience a decrease in revenue this past month, with many saying their top needs are cash
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Monday, August 03, 2020Santa Maria Valley Chamber Launches Campaign to Encourage Community to “Support Santa Maria Valley”
When you support Santa Maria Valley's businesses today, you are helping ensure a strong local community tomorrow. That’s the message behind the “Support Santa Maria Valley” campaign launched by the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce.“The COVID-19 pandemic has brought countless challenges to our local business community,” explained Glenn Morris, President/CEO of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce. “Our organization felt it was critical to remind the community of the importance in continuing to
Thursday, May 28, 2020Regional business survey shows uncertainty and adaptability in the face of plummeting revenue
San Luis Obispo, CA - More than 900 businesses between Solvang and San Miguel responded to the Central Coast Coalition of Chambers COVID-19 impact survey, providing data to back up what Chambers throughout the region are hearing from their members every day. The survey ran from May 11- 17, 2020 and covered topics including general sentiment, financial impacts, general challenges and reopening status of businesses. An overwhelming majority of respondents were feeling unsure and believe
