California Attorney General Rob Bonta today unveiled a new law enforcement bulletin highlighting the statutory changes and additions made to current law under the newly passed Proposition 36. On November 5, 2024, California voters passed Proposition 36, known as “The Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act.” Proposition 36 takes effect on December 18, 2024. “Ultimately, our success in combating organized retail crime hinges on our ability to work together, innovate, and remain steadfast in our
Las Positas College is proud to announce that freshman forward Saul Tecle has been named the United Soccer Coaches Junior College Division III National Player of the Year, the most prestigious honor awarded to a college soccer athlete. This historic recognition marks the first time a student-athlete from LPC Soccer has received this national accolade, shining a spotlight on the college at a national level. Tecle, originally from Frankfurt, Germany, and a graduate of Catawba Ridge High School (SC), led
In November, REACH was honored to receive the 2024 Excellence in Impact Award (Budget Under $1M) at the Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance's (TVNPA) Power of Giving event at the Bankhead Theater! For over 30 years, REACH has provided extremely affordable and safe homes within our Tri-Valley for adults with I/DD. Read More...
Stanford Blood Center is offering a special thank-you to donors this December with exciting rewards and a chance to win big while helping patients in need.WHAT: Give blood, win big! Donate with Stanford Blood Center and receive a $20 e-gift card of your choice PLUS a chance to win $3000 in free groceries. For more details on the promotion, please visit Stanford Blood Center’s website. WHEN: Donate blood December 18 – 31WHERE: Stanford Blood Center donation sites in Menlo Park, Mountain View, Campbell
VISIT TRI-VALLEY ANNOUNCES LOCATION OF NEW MULTI-USE EVENT CENTERThe City of Dublin will be Home to the New Facility Set to Host Events and Drive Tourism to the Region After announcing the development of a new, state-of-the-art, Multi-use Event Center in September, Visit Tri-Valley (VTV) is pleased to announce the proposed location of this new events facility to be built in the City of Dublin, California. The site selection was recommended and approved by the VTV Board of Directors following a one-year,
The Dublin Chamber is now reserving spaces for the 2025 Dublin Community Guide We are pleased to announce the Chamber has once again partnered with Town Square Publications to produce our annual 2025 Community Guide & Membership Directory. This publication will help you market your business directly to area business owners, neighborhood residents and visitors. You can view the Community Guide for 2024 here. Deadlines:Space reservation: January 22, 2025*AD Deadline: February 17, 2025Publication Date: March
K–12th-Grade Students Encouraged to Share Creative Visions for Water-Wise Native Gardens The Tri-Valley’s water agencies - Zone 7 Water Agency (Zone 7), the cities of Livermore and Pleasanton, California Water Service Company (Cal Water), and Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD), are excited to announce the first annual Tri-Valley Water Conservation Art Contest for K-12th-grade students. This year’s theme, “Habitat Heroes: Transforming Lawns into Vibrant Native Gardens”, encourages students to let
The Corporate Transparency Act mandates U.S. companies to report their beneficial owners to FinCEN, aiming to curb financial crimes by increasing transparency. As of today, 12/04/2024, Dublin, CA business owners have 27 calendar days(or 21 business days) left to file their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report with FinCEN—don’t wait, or you could face fines of $500 per day! 1. Determine if Your Business Must File. Most LLCs, corporations, and small businesses qualify as “reporting companies.”
Stanford Blood Center (SBC) is creating a warm and welcoming space at its Dublin donor center this holiday season, offering a variety of rewards for blood donors. In addition to giving the gift of life, donors will have the opportunity to enjoy festive family-friendly community events and special seasonal perks.PROMOTIONS:NOVEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 17"Ugly Sweater" T-shirt GiveawayAll who donate now through December 17 will receive a 2024 long-sleeve holiday t-shirt, seen here.DECEMBER 18 – 31 $20 E-Gift Card +
As the holidays approach, children, youth, and families in foster care face unique challenges that often go unnoticed. With a $50 donation, you can make a meaningful difference in their lives by providing essential items like holiday gifts, clothing, and personal care products. Your support reminds foster children they are valued, loved, and not forgotten during this special time of year.Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, foster families can experience the joy of Winter activities and holiday
Imagine combining the passion and understanding of your personal relationship with the strategic acumen needed for a successful business. Starting a business with your partner promises not only potential economic gain but also the unique opportunity to grow closer through shared challenges and triumphs. Yet, while the concept is enticing, it demands careful orchestration of communication, financial planning, and mutual respect. In this article, embark on an exploration of key insights and strategies
Imagine tapping into marketing strategies that have the uncanny ability to thrive regardless of the era. These aren’t just relics of the past; they are time-tested techniques that have seamlessly adapted to the digital age, continuing to yield impressive results. Welcome to a journey where traditional marketing methods are rejuvenated with modern tweaks, proving their enduring relevance. Whether you’re a seasoned marketer or a business owner aiming to sharpen your strategy, the following insights will
Levi’s® Stadium Renews Partnership with the ACE® train to Enhance Fan Experience with Special Game-Day Service Levi’s® Stadium and the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) are thrilled to share that they will be renewing their partnership to encourage visitors to take public transportation to select events hosted at the stadium. The goal is to make sure that attendees from the Central Valley and Tri-Valley have a convenient, car-free option to reach the stadium with special train service provided
This is not a comment on the actual item or service you sell but in how you present it. If you’re not using your audience’s language and talking to a need they’ve identified, you’re fighting a marketing battle, and you need to change that today. Here’s why: Years ago, I worked with a client who used a term I had never heard before. She wasn’t selling to NASA or some market ladened in acronyms. It was a common audience, albeit somewhat younger than me. But when she insisted she was the leader of this
As a business owner, you are well-served by collecting emails and running an email marketing campaign if for no other reason than to remain top-of-mind with your customers. When they’re getting emails from you with exciting news and great deals (who couldn’t use those these days?) they’ll get used to hearing from you and seeing your name. But you want to do more than just be recognizable and remain top-of-mind. You want your emails to drive purchases. Even if you don’t sell online, emails are an
Even with costs escalating, consumers are increasingly making purchasing decisions based on a company's values. Sustainability and transparency are no longer just buzzwords – they're key factors influencing brand loyalty and attracting a new generation of eco-conscious customers. According to recent research, consumers sustainability demands are rising and customers are willing to pay more for it. Now is the ideal time to embrace going green for more green. It’s More Than Just Saving the
Small business owners and solopreneurs learn quickly that they must wear many hats. While this ability to work in every area of their business may save money in the short term, it doesn't take long to understand that multitasking can be bad for business. When your focus is diluted across many channels and business goals, you may find that you do a little bit of everything but never solidly complete anything. You spend a good part of your day putting out fires and starting projects and at the end may realize
Ask yourself a simple question—what’s holding your potential customers back from buying from you? You might think cost. Perhaps it’s ease of purchase (online ordering), location, or not knowing about you. But there could be something much easier to fix than cutting your prices, moving, or rebranding/launching a huge marketing campaign. While all these things are important—pricing, location, and top-of-mind recognition—there is something else you could be doing to get more people in your business. You
Chabot-Las Positas Community College District (CLPCCD) Chancellor Ronald P. Gerhard was recognized on February 22, 2024 with the Harry Buttimer Distinguished Administrator Award, a prestigious statewide recognition. It was presented to him by the Association of California Community College Administrators (ACCCA) at their 48th annual conference. First presented in 1986, The Harry Buttimer Distinguished Administrator Award was named after Harry Buttimer, a founding member of the ACCCA. The award
Under California state law, your property tax may increase due to “New Construction” activity. “New Construction” refers to any improvements to your home other than normal maintenance or repair. When construction is performed, the changed or new portion of your home may be reassessed at market value, thus increasing your property’s assessment value. How does our office determine market value of your new construction? If the new construction project is only partially completed on the January 1st
If you are interested in getting married in-person at the Clerk-Recorder’s Oakland Office, please schedule an appointment through our online reservation system or by calling 510-272-6362. You should complete the marriage license application online prior to your arrival. A maximum of 25 guests are permitted to attend the ceremony. Please arrive at least twenty minutes prior to your wedding ceremony appointment to allow time to check in. I am excited to announce that the Alameda County
For years now, marketers have touted word-of-mouth marketing as the most powerful, influential, and effective marketing out there. Business owners heeding this advice have begged, borrowed, and bribed people to review them. But it’s been an uphill battle for most. That’s because when customers have a good (or even great) experience, they are less likely to review a product or service than when they are disgruntled. What can we say? People enjoy mudslinging. To build greater customer loyalty,
In the summer of 2023 an American Flag retirement drop box was installed at the Dublin Camp Parks Military Center. The Military Center is located outside and to the left of the Camp Parks main gate on Dougherty Road. U.S. flags no longer fit for display, for reasons such as tearing, fraying or fading can be placed in the box during the Center's visiting hours, daily from 11:00 AM till 5:00 PM. As a joint venture with Dublin/Pleasanton American Legion Post 237 the box was built and installed by the
Launching a business is a thrilling journey filled with possibilities and challenges. While no year is without challenges, the first few are particularly so for most businesses. Many naive owners think that if they can make it through the first year, their success is guaranteed. However, that isn’t the case. The first year actually has the lowest failure rate. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 20% of small businesses fail within their first year. The failure rate increases to 30% by
Starting and managing a business is no small feat. While you may feel empowered to start a business or work for yourself, it can be daunting. You may be facing a myriad of fears and uncertainties. Unfortunately, there’s no magical time that they go away. It’s not like once you pass the five-year mark, you become fearless. No, you must work at that and leverage your resources. So, let’s explore the most common fears for business owners and the strategies for addressing them. One solution that can
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Do you have a limited marketing budget? Do you think what you can accomplish with your budget is less than ideal because you don’t have the money of a large company? While that may seem true, there is one thing you can do to really move the dial and maximize your small marketing budget. Sure, there are many ways to get “free” marketing through social media and growing your referral network but using funds in a targeted way can have a huge impact on obtaining more customers and showing the community who
As an established entrepreneur will tell you, learning on the job is key to being successful at running a business. New entrepreneurs are bound to make mistakes, given the sheer amount of responsibility on their shoulders. However, instead of letting mistakes hold you back, the correct approach is to use them as a learning experience to make better decisions in the future. In this article, we explore a handful of common mistakes most new small business owners make and some helpful tips for minimizing and
In today's business world, it's more important than ever to keep up with the latest digital innovations. By harnessing the power of technology, small businesses can level the playing field and compete with larger businesses. Courtesy of the Dublin Chamber of Commerce, here is a collection of great advice on some ways that small businesses can use digital innovation to grow.Using AI Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a thing of the future — it's here now, and it's changing the business landscape.
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