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Phoenix City Council Approves Airport Ground Transportation Changes
Updates Include Fee Adjustments, Larger Fines for Vehicles Left at the Curb, Investment Equity for Rideshare Providers Phoenix, AZ – Today, the Phoenix City Council approved amendments to the City Code which will allow Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to adjust fees for ground transportation providers to ensure proper investment in airport infrastructure. The code changes will also increase civil penalties for abandoning a vehicle at the airport curb and will allow future parking rate changes to
Trunk Or Treat Event
Gilbert, Family-Owned Business Recognized As Best In Arizona
Gilbert, Family-Owned Business Recognized As Best In Arizona Gilbert, Arizona – October 15, 2019 Clearly Clean Carpet has been recognized as the best carpet cleaning business in the State of Arizona. TopRatedLocal.com has ranked Clearly Clean best in the state with a perfect score of 100.00. The ranking can be found here - https://www.topratedlocal.com/awards/region/arizona/year/2019/category/17. Top Rated Local ranked Clearly Clean as the #4 Carpet Cleaner in Arizona in 2018 but moved that
Save the Family Holiday Family Sponsorships Available
Dear Friends, HOLIDAY SPONSORSHIP TIME IS HERE! The weather is cooling off, and the holidays are fast approaching! Our 2019 Holiday Sponsorship Program has opened, and we are anticipating to serve over 300 families this season! We are grateful for your previous support of our families by sharing the holiday spirit with those in need. If you are looking to sponsor a family for Thanksgiving this year, please plan to spend approximately $80 per family. For our Christmas sponsorship, plan on
Come meet Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert owner, Audrey Alfano and the 11 Honore team!
Ladies if you oversize 10 and love beautiful clothing this is the event for you. 11 Honore is the only e-commerce Co. where you can find couture designers that have expanded their size range! This is a trunk show style so you can drop in any time on October 24th between 4-8 pm. Come meet Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert owner, Audrey Alfano and the 11 Honore team! You can rsvp directly to me: aalfano@mbgilbert.com
IRS Headliners and News Releases - October
IRS NEWS FOR BUSINESSOctober 2019 UPCOMING WEBINARS Oct 10: Relief Procedures for Certain Former Citizens Oct 17:An Overview of the Foreign Tax CreditTax Obligations of U.S. Individuals Living and Working Abroad Oct 22: Understanding the 2020 Form W-4 and How to Use it to Compute Withholding Oct 24: Tax Security 2.0 - A “Taxes - Security - Together” Checklist To register, see Webinars for Small Businesses. EMPLOYERS AND BUSINESS OWNERS Employers: Keep employees
Gilbert Citizens’ Police Academy Alumni Association 20th Annual Golf Tournament
Gilbert Citizens’ Police Academy Alumni Association Superstition Springs Golf Club Saturday, November 2, 2019HELP US SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY!! Gilbert Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association consists of volunteers who support and assist the Gilbert Police Department. We have participated at crime prevention fairs, G.A.I.N., and other community events. We serve on the Crisis Support Team, Citizens on Patrol, and many internal departments. We are a totally non-profit, 501c(3) organization. All monies
Balloon Decorations and Santa services for all your event needs!
We offer Balloon Decorations and Santa services that we provide especially for all the business meetings and Ribbon Cutting ceremonies, and a wide variety of social events. Visit our webpage located at https://zippyisfunny.com/ and view our most recent photos of Santa and balloon decorations. We will make you an exceptional rate for being a Gilbert Chamber Member.
IRS Headliners and News Releases
Announcements & Upcoming Events: The hive@Central (Burton Barr Library) offers a series of small business workshops as part of their Financial and Tax Series, designed to help the small business owner understand and fulfill their federal tax responsibilities. These monthly workshops are currently offered at various locations around the valley. For a list of upcoming workshops, check out https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/small-business-tax-workshops-and-webinars or go
NEWS from ADOT Motor Vehicle Division
Don't get grounded! On October 1, 2020 new federal ID regulations will take effect at TSA airport security checkpoints. The new federal rules will require air travelers to have a federally-compliant form of ID in order to pass security clearance.Arizonans have a choice to get the Travel ID. This credential is a driver license or ID that has a gold star on the top right-hand corner, and getting one is perhaps the most convenient solution.In order to get one, you can make an appointment
Phoenix Sky Harbor to Close One of Three Runways November 1- November 4
Arrival Delays Could be Possible During Peak Periods PHOENIX, AZ – Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport will close one of its south runways (Runway 7R/25L) for maintenance beginning at 10 p.m. on Friday, November 1, through 7 a.m. on Monday, November 4. The airport has been in communication with the airlines and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to determine the least disruptive time for the closure. The time period of November 1-4 was chosen as the most acceptable option. Phoenix Sky
On September 24, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule to make 1.3 million American workers newly eligible for overtime pay.
The final rule updates the earnings thresholds necessary to exempt executive, administrative and professional employees from the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) minimum wage and overtime pay requirements and allows employers to count a portion of certain bonuses/commissions towards meeting the salary level. The new thresholds account for growth in employee earnings since the thresholds were last updated in 2004. Under currently enforced law, employees with a salary below $455 per week ($23,660 annually)
Airport Museum Strikes a Chord with Local Guitar Makers
PHOENIX – What do a pilot, a lumber company and the jungles of Nicaragua have to do with a world-renowned guitar making school in Arizona? The answer is the creation of the Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery. More than 60 years ago, a pilot named John Roberts was scouring tropical forests for mahogany to begin a hardwood import company. When he brought his venture to Phoenix, local guitar-makers were captivated by the wood and envisioned its potential for creating instruments. The idea took root with John
Boys & Girls Clubs is in Need of Volunteers!
WE ARE BUILDING A PLAYGROUND! We need more than 125 volunteers from the community to help us give more than 250 area kids the childhood they deserve by building a new playground. ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST SIGN UP AT THE LINK BELOW TO PARTICIPATE. Saturday, November 9th 8:00 a.m. Boys & Girls Clubs of the East Valley Grant Woods Branch / Mesa Arts Academy 221 W. 6th Ave Mesa, AZ 85210 Volunteers should be age 18+ and will assemble playground pieces, mix concrete, move mulch, etc.
FREE Self Defense for Women & Children
FACT: 86% of people who fight back against an attack get away. Learn self-defense with KAJUKENBO AZ! With more than 25 years of experience in teaching, taking our seminar is THE BEST way to increase awareness, discover attackers' "tricks", and learn the REAL verbal and physical skills that actually work in multiple situations. No matter your size, athletic ability or age, you will benefit from learning practical self-defense. Confidence and mindset can save your life! Especially recommended for Scouts,
STRONG TOWER INSURANCE GROUP SELECTED AS BEST PRACTICES AGENCY
Strong Tower Insurance Group is part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies around the United States participating in the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America "Best Practices" study group conducted by IIABA or the Big “I” and Reagan Consulting. In August 2019, Strong Tower Insurance Group was selected as a Best Practices Agency, ranking among the top performers in the annual Best Practices Study. The purpose of the Best Practices Study is to compile the operating statistics
SRP Named Among Arizona's Most-Admired Companies
Thirty-five-year-old Leah Harrison, SRP's manager of Research Archives and Heritage, is a second-generation Salt River Project employee. Her father retired from SRP, after spending his career managing the transmission of power to the not-for-profit utility's more than 1 million electric customers. Harrison is one of countless "legacy" employees whose fondness for the company as children led to seeking out SRP as a place to work to follow in their parents' footsteps."I chose to work here because of SRP's
Arizonan honored with national award: Cox’s Susan Anable named “Woman to Watch” at Women in Cable Television Awards in NYC
Wins alongside executives from HBO and AMC NetworksNEW YORK, NY – Cox Communications is proud to announce that Arizona’s Susan Anable, Vice President of Public Affairs, Southwest Region, has won the prestigious Women in Cable Television (WICT) “Woman to Watch Award”. A global organization, WICT exists to create woman leaders who transform the cable television industry. Anable accepted the honor this week in New York City.LINK for brief comments from local business and community leaders: “I am deeply
AYT's Encore! Program is proud to present a Winter and Fall Break session of ANNIE KIDS for AGES 6-16
Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award-winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse, and Martin Charnin, Annie KIDS features everyone’s favorite little redhead in her very first adventure. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an
Benedictine University Mesa’s Annual Fall Career Fair
You are invited to have a table during Benedictine University Mesa’s annual Fall Career Fair on Wednesday, October 23rd, from 12 pm – 2 pm, to share your opportunities with, and recruit potential candidates from, our talented pool of students, soon-to-be graduates, and alum. This event is an opportunity for our undergraduate students at all levels, and in all degree programs, to connect with companies and organizations that are looking to fill various types of opportunities, including internships &
Improved tool on IRS.gov helps taxpayers check their withholding
Improved tool on IRS.gov helps taxpayers check their withholdingTax Reform Tax Tip 2019-106August 7, 2019 All employees should make sure their employers are withholding the correct amount of tax from their paychecks. The best way for employees to do this is to use the new IRS Tax Withholding Estimatoron IRS.gov. The IRS just launched this improved tool to help taxpayers check their withholding by doing a Paycheck Checkup. This lets the employee check to see if their employer is taking enough tax from
New Non-Stop Destinations on Allegiant!
Allegiant has announced new non-stop service from Gateway Airport to Fort Collins, Colorado (FNL) beginning November 22nd, Traverse City, Michigan (TVC) beginning November 13th, and Bentonville, Arkansas (XNA) beginning November 14th! Tickets are on sale now at allegiant.com.BOOK NOW
Capture Sales at the Largest Event of the Year! SanTan Village Holiday Balloon Glow Event.
Gilbert Chamber Members get 20% OFF any of these levels if they sign up before the end of August 2019.
SanTan Village Has Indoor Event Space for Rent
SanTan Village has an indoor event space for rent (our old food court area). 11,500 sq. ft.Plenty of available parking at the south entranceEntrance and exits on both the north and south sides of the venueRestrooms insideAC/HeatOccupancy 767 (with tables), 900 withoutMust work with Town of Gilbert for any permits required Location okay for alcohol permitsMust carry insurance for your event Great for dances, indoor farmer’s markets or vendors fairs, corporate events, etc.
Pediatric Brain Foundation 1k, 5k, 10k Teams Forming Now!
Hi Gilbert Chamber Family! Network with me!I am looking to put together a 1k, 5K and 10K in the fall for the Pediatric Brain Foundation. Community is really important to Little Sunshine's and we are opening our 2nd Gilbert location. Although enrollment drives the success of our school, PBF drives success in research, development and treatment for pediatric brain injuries, illness and cancers. Looking for those who would like to network with me to set this up for an amazing
Memory Care Support Group Monthly Meetings!
Memory Care Support Group - Meets every 1st Thursday of the month from 3:30-4:30! Are you a caregiver for an aging parent ~ Join the club! Meet with our Caregivers Support Group, and share your caregiving worries and successes. When caring for an aging loved one, it may seem like no one understands what you’re experiencing. So take a break with other caregivers, and exchange valuable tips and suggestions.?Brookdale North Gilbert 845 N El Dorado Dr. Gilbert, AZ 85233
Arizona’s Top Rated Local® Massage Therapists Award Winner: Blue Skyes Massage & Wellness Center
With medical and therapeutic massage, the team at Blue Skyes Massage & Wellness Center helps patients restore balance and live pain-free lives. Blue Skyes Massage & Wellness Center has earned dozens of online reviews with an average rating of 4.79 stars, a wonderful Rating Score™ of 93.88 and a 2018 Top Rated Local award for being ranked among the top 10 massage therapists in all of Arizona! Click here to read the article!
The Dhaba Restaurant Receives Diners' Choice Awards from OpenTable
OpenTable Diners Vote The Dhaba As One of the Best Around including Healthy in the Phoenix area, Best Overall in the East Valley, Best Food in the East Valley, Best Service in the East Valley, Best Value in the East Valley, Fit For Foodies in the East Valley, Healthy in the East Valley, and Neighborhood Gem in the East Valley.www.the-dhaba.com
Resource Leadership Group helps businesses create more effective teams!
Resource Leadership Group helps businesses create more effective teams - enhancing individual and collaborative skills. They specialize in workshops and retreats for leadership and organizational development, with the goal of helping organizations capitalize on their vision and move closer to reaching their goals. Using a variety of assessments, they profile individuals to provide keen insight into team dynamics for improved communication effectiveness and increased productivity – both in soft skills
