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June 20, 2023, NOAA launched the Climate Resilience Regional Challenge. Up to $575 million is available through this competitive grant program to help coastal communities increase their resilience to extreme weather events and impacts from climate...
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August is our Environment Issue Showcase your organization’s dedication to the environment by advertising in our green-themed August issue! Coastside Magazine readers care deeply about their natural surroundings. This is the perfect marketing opportunity for...
Half Moon Bay, News & Updates
Following several recent incidents in the neighborhood near Poplar Beach, the City is evaluating options for addressing after-hour activities, which are not only disruptive to nearby neighborhoods, but often represent public health concerns which include alcohol...
Coastside, News & Updates
The California Department of Industrial Relations announced on Monday that it cited two employers in Half Moon Bay following an investigation… Read more
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DoorDash “Disasters are unpredictable — but critical support shouldn’t be. The average small business loses $3,000 every day they remain closed due to a natural disaster. To help restaurants recover in times of critical need, DoorDash has partnered with Hello...
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Request for proposals will promote healing and well-being through creativityThe California Arts Council (CAC) is now accepting proposals from organizations interested in providing arts services promoting healing and well-being as part of California’s Arts in...
Input / Take Part Opportunity, Pillar Point Harbor
On July 13, 2023 the San Mateo County Harbor District is hosting a working group meeting to discuss how and what the District charges for Commercial Fishing Vessel Slip Fees.Commercial Fishing Vessel owners and Captains are highly encouraged to attend and provide...
Coastside, News & Updates
If you make $104,000 per year and live alone in San Francisco, San Mateo or Marin county, you’re considered low-income, according to new state data. The California Department of Housing and Community Development released its 2023 income levels, which it calculates...
News & Updates, Pillar Point Harbor, Princeton
Press Release Pelagic Restaurant Group, a Half Moon Bay collective comprised of local citizens, restauranteurs and culinary artists, is pleased to have received a positive decision from the San Mateo County Harbor Commission Board of Directors yesterday. We recognize...
Coastside, News & Updates, Regulation Updates
Redwood City — In an effort to crack down on illegal fireworks this Fourth of July, County of San Mateo officials are emphasizing the harm the booms, bangs and sparks can cause to pets, young children and entire neighborhoods. “When you light that firework, you...
Regulation Updates
California Department of Food and Agriculture Animal Care Program – Proposition 12 (2018) Implementation June 21, 2023 Announcement Related to Whole Pork Meat The Sacramento Superior Court has issued a modification of its November 28, 2022...
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If you are considering new energy-efficient equipment for your business, take advantage of this easy-to-use guide to learn how 0% financing helps you save money and time.Download your copy »
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On June 13, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board issued its long-awaited decision in The Atlanta Opera, in which it overturned prior law (SuperShuttle DFW, Inc.) and reinstated a narrower test for “independent contractor” (as opposed to “employee”) under the...
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PUBLIC TRANSIT, ON-DEMAND. Need a ride in Half Moon Bay or El Granada? SamTrans has you covered. Ride Plus is a brand-new service offering easy, affordable transportation for riders in Half Moon Bay, El Granada, East Palo Alto and the Belle Haven neighborhood of Menlo...
Regulation Updates
In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Policy Advocate Robert Moutrie to discuss the newest developments in California’s indoor heat regulations and proposed legislation, SB 553, dealing...
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Sales and Use Tax Filing Due Dates June 26—May 1 through June 15 prepayment June 30—May tax return (for accounts reporting monthly) For more information, please visit our Filing Dates for Sales & Use Tax Returns page. Important Information Know Your...
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The following course is open for registration through the DSA Academy Learning Management System. (Preferred Web Browsers: Google Chrome and Mozilla.) Registration closes on August 2, 2023 at 10:00am. CASp 101: Certification and Practice—$50 These webinars...
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The Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) invites consumers and automotive repair industry representatives to apply to serve on a citation review panel. The panel provides an opportunity to be a part of an important and collaborative consumer protection effort....
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The Program will award funds to eligible businesses and nonprofits that have incurred costs for COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave pursuant to Sections 248.6 and 248.7 of the Labor Code. Funds are limited and will be awarded based on eligibility...
Funding Opportunity
SACRAMENTO, June 7, 2023 – The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Pesticide Consultation and Analysis (OPCA) is now accepting grant applications for its Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Grant Program (BIFS). The goal of the BIFS...
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Commute.org is a public agency that works to reduce single-occupant vehicle trips throughout San Mateo County. We are conducting a survey to better understand how people who live or work in San Mateo County commute to work or college. The San Mateo County...
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The Coastside is having it’s first Pride parade this weekend and you can take part! Click here to register!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRnSxqzfXKEey_ZZO-nEZN8XoVsnvmoSdO66QOU9-y1aHrkA/viewform
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11 AM – 3 PMMac Dutra Plaza, Corner of Main & Kelly We are excited for the 5th Annual 4th of July Block Party! Join us for a fun time before and after the HMB Beautification Committee’s Ol’ Fashioned Parade! Kids activities and games will be throughout the day and...
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The 4th of July parade 2023 is in the works! Click here for the general entry form.https://july4th.miramarevents.com/images/4th-of-July-Parade-General-Registration-Form-2023.pdf Click here for the Equine Registration...
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The 32nd Annual Farms, Fish & Flowers offers the general public a once-a-year opportunity to visit the Half Moon Bay Coastside’s nurseries, greenhouses, historic sites, farms and even a working harbor. Many of these businesses are not ordinarily open to the public...
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Neighborhoods of the Coastside This definitive guide features the 34 neighborhoods from Pacifica to Pescadero described in full with photographs and annotated maps. This is the perfect reference tool for home buyers and sellers providing useful need-to-know...
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The Bike Hut Classic is back again this July! Our 4th annual DIY fundraiser ride is from July 1 – 16, with a Ride Reception at Potrero Nuevo Farm on July 22, 2023. Ascend 8 miles through gorgeous Redwoods starting at The Bike Hut on Tunitas Creek Road in Half...
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Budget surpluses may be a thing of the past, but Governor Gavin Newsom can still initiate massive new investments in state infrastructure—if he can cut enough red tape to deliver the projects when they’re needed. Facing the daunting prospect of spending an...
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The CDFA’s Manure Recycling and Innovative Products Task Force will hold a public meeting on June 7th, 2023 (Wednesday) from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. to discuss the latest developments in California’s efforts to develop innovative solutions for manure management that...
Regulation Updates
On May 4, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration Customs and Enforcement (ICE) announced that employers have 30 days to reach I-9 compliance after COVID-19 flexibilities end on July 31, 2023. Under this announcement, all employees onboarded...
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Available resources Backup PowerSee if you qualify for a generator or battery rebate. Medical Baseline ProgramIf you rely on power for qualifying medical equipment or a medical condition, you may be eligible for energy savings and may receive additional Public Safety...
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In 2022, tourism’s recovery accelerated beyond earlier projections. California’s tourism economy grew by 32% in 2022 and is poised to set new records this year for visitor spending, employment and tax generation. According to Visit California’s...
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The California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) today released a draft strategy for its Outdoors for All initiative, which aims to ensure that all Californians have access to the outdoors, regardless of their background or location. This strategy maps out how...
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Join #GrowWithGoogle on 5/24 for the special livestream event “Cybersecurity and Your Small Business”. Tune in to learn ways to identify common cyber threats and best practices to protect your business → g.co/grow/CyberSMBWorkshop 65% of business owners say that data...
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June 8, 2023, 10:00 am – 11:30 am From remote work discussions to our ever-changing labor laws, CEA is here to break down the key areas that employers need to focus on for the remainder of 2023. Join us for an interactive and informative Mid-Year Labor Law...
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Redwood City — With funding from a legal settlement with paint manufacturers, San Mateo County has entered into an agreement with local nonprofit Rebuilding Together Peninsula to establish a lead paint hazard remediation program for residential housing in the...
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Governor Gavin Newsom released his revised budget last Friday, revealing a larger revenue shortfall, higher estimated safety net spending, but even so not a fiscal emergency. The combined revenue shortfall plus higher expenditures resulted in a $31.5 billion gap from...
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SACRAMENTO, May 12, 2023 – CDFA’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation (OEFI) is accepting public comments on its draft Request for Grant Applications (RGAs) for the 2023 Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP), 2023 Dairy Digester Research and...
Coastside, Half Moon Bay, News & Updates
It was shortly before noon when the first brassy notes — from a Half Moon Bay High School ensemble — cut the Saturday morning air. The sound coming from the Main Stage was so clean and so clear it seemed to blow the fog back from whence it came. The Half Moon Bay Wine...
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El Niño conditions — the warming of ocean waters off South America that can alter weather across the globe, including California’s summer temperatures and the amount of rain it might receive next winter — are emerging in the Pacific Ocean for the first time in 4...
Regulation Updates
Generative AI, which is a type of artificial intelligence that can produce or create new content, has already started to impact the workplace in various ways. On the positive side, it can automate repetitive and time-consuming tasks, leading to increased efficiency...
Regulation Updates
On November 4, 2021, the Biden administration and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued an interim final rule which required certain workers at CMS-covered healthcare facilities to be...
Regulation Updates
The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) would like to announce that the Office of Administrative Law approved the CDTFA’s amendments to Sales and Use Tax Regulation 1599, Coins and Bullion. The amendments to Regulation 1599 increase the...
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Wholesale prices in the United States rose modestly last month, the latest sign that inflationary pressures may be easing more than a year after the Federal Reserve unleashed an aggressive campaign of steadily higher interest rates. From March to...
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Three environmental groups, including one based in San Diego, have filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn a controversial decision by the California Public Utilities Commission that changed the rules for the 1.6 million customers in the state with rooftop solar. Read...
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Redwood City – The Property Tax Highlights publication, which shows property tax revenues collected and distributed to local governments operating within San Mateo County, is now available for fiscal year (FY) 2021-22. Property Taxes Distribution“It’s important to our...
Regulation Updates
On May 1, 2023, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) to prevent and reduce workplace falls. For the last 12 years, 29 CFR 1926.501 (Duty to Have Fall Protection) has topped OSHA’s list of most...
Regulation Updates
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDATuesday, May 16, 2023, 10:00 A.M. Staff of the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) will hold a Timber Advisory Committee (TAC) meeting regarding suggested immediate harvest values for each species or subclassification...
Coastside, Regulation Updates
Redwood City — The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors today voted unanimously to increase penalties on businesses that sell cigarettes and other tobacco products to minors. Proposed by County Health, the increased penalties are intended to discourage retailers...
Coastside, News & Updates
Redwood City – The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors today put $1 million toward an expanding effort to build affordable housing for local farmworkers. “We are 100 percent committed to this effort,” said San Mateo County Supervisor Ray Mueller, whose District 3...
Half Moon Bay, News & Updates
The city of Half Moon Bay hosted a public meeting on Monday about the proposed affordable housing development at 880 Stone Pine Road. The event grew heated at times with some attendees adamantly supporting the project while others were upset over the potential...
Coastside, Input / Take Part Opportunity, News & Updates
Farmworkers, policymakers and the public will gather on May 20 to discuss issues important to the people who plant and harvest our food. The meeting will cover clean water, housing and health care, and will focus on specific policies that could improve the lives of...
Funding Opportunity
“eBay is giving back to the small businesses powering America.In partnership with Hello Alice, eBay is awarding more than $500,000 in grants and education resources to support U.S. small businesses with the resources they need to scale, grow and...
Coastside, Montara, News & Updates
VIDEO. From the Montara Water and Sanitary District Director’s meeting on Thursday, April 2oth, 2023 at 7:30pm, as a hybrid meeting. Watch Video on Coastside Buzz
Coastside, News & Updates, Pillar Point Harbor
STAFF REPORT. From San Mateo County Harbor District Commissioners meeting on April 19th, 2023 at 1:00pm, as a hybrid meeting. PPH Johnson Pier Reconfiguration, DEFGH Dock and Fuel Dock Replacement Project: Initiated Jan. 2017, added DEFG Docks 10/20/21 90% Pier...
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“The ‘Progressive® Driving Small Business Forward’ fund program will provide $25,000 towards a commercial vehicle to 10 Black-owned small businesses.Progressive Commercial is the #1 commercial auto insurer in America and is committed to serving small...
Coastside, Input / Take Part Opportunity
Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco and San Mateo CountiesThursday, May 18 | 5:30 – 7 p.m. We’ll share more about our wildfire safety efforts within your region and community resources available to keep you safe. You can ask questions and share your feedback...
Coastside, Miramar, News & Updates
The new Mirada Road Pedestrian Bridge in Miramar along the Half Moon Bay Coastal Trail was installed Thursday, May 4, marking a major milestone in completing this Department of Public Works project. The aluminum bridge was delivered in two segments and required a...
Coastside, News & Updates, Regulation Updates
San Mateo County Superior Court is now using MyCitations, an online option for people challenged with paying fines related to infractions. The release of MyCitations for public use corresponds with San Mateo Superior Court’s ongoing effort to increase access to...
Coastside, Funding Opportunity, Half Moon Bay
The City of Half Moon Bay is inviting qualified non-profit or government organizations to operate mental health crisis response services (MHCRS) in Half Moon Bay and the surrounding Coastside communities. Submissions must be delivered electronically no later than...
Coastside, Half Moon Bay, News & Updates
The City Council recently approved the execution of a professional services agreement with Toole Design to create a Streetscape Master Plan that will increase access and mobility, stimulate more economic activity, and enhance the visual attributes of downtown. Toole...
News & Updates, Regulation Updates
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has officially implemented its “Simplified Arrival” program that was piloted in various cities from 2021 to 2022 to streamline the arrival process for international travelers at all 238 arriving airports, 34 seaports, and all...
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HCD Comment on San Mateo County Draft Housing Element San Mateo County submitted its draft updated 2022-2031 Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review on January 20, 2023. HCD reviewed and provided comment on...
Coastside
IN SUMMARY In 2019, Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed and the Legislature approved a tax penalty on Californians without health insurance. That money was supposed to be used to lower costs for those insured through Covered California, but that has only happened once. Article...
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — One potential consequence of California’s ballooning budget deficit: Higher taxes for businesses, with increases possible every year for the next decade. Business owners pay a tax on each of their workers. The money goes into a fund that...
Regulation Updates
Issue 14 of the Commercial Feed Regulatory Program’s Quarterly Feed Update newsletter is now available. In this Issue: 2022 Sampling Summary, State of the Science Summit, 2022 Crop Year Mycotoxin Report, 2022 Tonnage Report, Staff Spotlight: Amber Hayter,...
Regulation Updates
Fiduciaries of retirement plans continue to be plagued by class actions brought under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) challenging their fiduciary management of investment options and participant fees. A recent federal court decision, however, shows...
Regulation Updates
On May 1, 2023, the Office of Administrative Law approved and filed with the Secretary of State the Bureau of Automotive Repair’s (BAR) regulatory action concerning automotive repair dealer registration application requirements. Effective July 1, 2023, the regulatory...
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Stable births, fewer deaths, and a rebound in foreign immigration slowed California’s recent population decline in 2022, with the state’s population estimated at 38,940,231 people as of January 1, 2023, according to new data released today by the California Department...
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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is now accepting public comments on drafted updates made to the Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP) and Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) Benefits Calculator Tools and Quantification Methodology...
Funding Opportunity
The Employment Social Enterprise (ESE) Solicitation for Proposals for Program Year 2022-2023 grants will be awarded to design, develop, and implement programs that will promote job training opportunities and transitional employment through social...
Funding Opportunity
“For the third consecutive year, The PG&E Corporation Foundation (The PG&E Foundation) is providing grants to independent restaurant owners and their staffs through the California Restaurant Foundation’s (CRF) ‘Restaurants Care Resilience...
Coastside, Half Moon Bay, News & Updates
VIDEO. From the City of Half Moon Bay City Council Priority Setting Session on Wednesday, April 19th, 2023 at 9:00am, in person only, but recorded. City Manager, Matthew Chidester, introduces the Priority Setting Session and the Budget Review. Read More...
Coastside, Miramar, News & Updates
PHOTO ESSAY. Due to high winds the contractor will wait until Tuesday, April 24th, 2023, to install. After installation, final connections may take a couple more weeks before opening. Read More & View Photos
Coastside, News & Updates, Pillar Point Harbor
VIDEO. From the San Mateo County Harbor District Directors’ meeting on Wednesday, April 19th, 2023 at 1:00pm as a hybrid meeting. Agenda Item Surfers Beach Replenishment Pilot Project Update. Policy Implications: Consistent with the District’s goal to use...
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California approved Thursday a first-in-the-nation, ambitious rule limiting rail pollution to aggressively cut greenhouse gas emissions in the state’s latest move to establish itself as a global leader in the fight against climate change. The...
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The ports of Oakland, Los Angeles, Long Beach, Hueneme and San Diego will receive a one-time $27 million allocation from the state budget to develop a shared data system aimed at improving the flow of goods, an attempt to tackle some of the logistics challenges that...
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Coastal Commission staff is pleased to announce the release of the proposed final draft of the Public Trust Guiding Principles and Action Plan. A Public Review Draft was released on June 9, 2022, followed by a 45-day public review period. A total of 61 comment...
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President of the Board of Supervisors announced that applications are being accepted for appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission. There is currently one (1) vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission representing District 3, Supervisor Ray Mueller’s...
Regulation Updates
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — New big rigs and buses that run on diesel would not be sold in California starting in 2036, according to new rules approved by state regulators Friday to wean the state off fossil fuels and combat climate change. The rule would tackle...
Regulation Updates
On April 25, 2023, the Office of Management and Budget approved the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs’ (OFCCP) updated form prospective and current employees must use to voluntarily self-identify as an individual with a disability. The form is applicable...
Regulation Updates
The month of May is often marked by the end of the academic school year, graduation parties, and shopping and dining out as the weather warms. Once school is out for the summer, you may be considering hiring a minor or intern. Unfortunately, it isn’t as easy as it...
Funding Opportunity
“The ‘Blueprint’ celebrates the undeniable influence of Black women on the beauty industry.To continue the celebration, we created a grant and mentorship program to help uplift the next generation of trailblazers.This program will provide support and...
Coastside, Funding Opportunity
The City of Half Moon Bay is pleased to provide the Community Services Financial Assistance (CSFA) grant program, which provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Half Moon Bay in support of their local community services programs. For FY 2023-24 local nonprofits...
Coastside, News & Updates
Every year, the Chamber uses the hotel revenues to estimate the number of visitors the Coastside saw in the past year. Those numbers are in! In 2022, visitor numbers continued to rebound from the pandemic. We are roughly 10% lower than our best year leading into the...
Funding Opportunity
Statewide arts grant opportunities fund arts engagement and infrastructure to bolster well-being, resilience, and vitality of California’s arts workforce The California Arts Council (CAC) has announced the opening of its 2023 grant season, with online applications now...
Funding Opportunity
“Women of color entrepreneurs are vital to our economy. Fearless Foundation and the Tory Burch Foundation are partnering again to launch the ‘Women of Color Grant Program.’Together, we will award up to 75 deserving women of...
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We are thrilled to announce that Reusable San Mateo County has been chosen as one of three finalists this year for The Reusies® 2023 Community Action of the Year in the Policy category. The awards program recognizes and honors individuals and...
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SPECIAL RATES Pet Tips: Local pet and pet-friendly businesses share a favorite pet tip and their pet’s photo when they advertise with us in June! Summer Activities & Events: Do you offer outdoor dining, summer sports like kayaking, guided nature walks, a...
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Earlier this week, the California Senate Labor, Public Employment, and Retirement Committee approved SB 616. This bill now moves on for consideration by the Senate appropriations committee. SB 616, sponsored by California State Senator Lena Gonzalez from Los...
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May 9, 2023, 10:00 am – 11:00 am An employee handbook is one of the most important communication tools you can have between your company and your employees. It sets your expectations for your employees, describes what they can expect from you, and ensures...
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The Commercial Feed Regulatory Program has released a Notice to Industry. View the notice here: https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/is/ffldrs/pdfs/2023/damaged_feed_nti_april_2023.pdf All Feed Industry Notices can be found...
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Visit California has kicked off the Regional Tourism Strategic Planning process with our partners at JLL. As a valued member of our state’s tourism ecosystem and broader community, I would like to officially extend an invitation and encourage you join the...
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Apr. 21, 2023 – June 5, 2023 The California Building Standards Commission (CBSC), on its own behalf and that of the Division of the State Architect, Department of Housing & Community Development, Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development, and the...
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SACRAMENTO, April 20, 2023 – The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce the availability of grant funding for two pilot block grant programs under the Healthy Soils Program and the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement...
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“Concerned about sustainability and climate change? Want to apply your talents to the fast-growing, vitally important area of clean energy and do meaningful work that helps the community and the environment?With Peninsula Clean Energy, you join a collegial,...
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“The Office of Sustainability offers technical assistance and resources to small and medium-sized businesses located in San Mateo County to conserve energy and water, minimize waste, prevent pollution, and save money!Do you want to have safer products and happy...
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The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors at its April 11 meeting voted to restrict the use of County resources to assist federal immigration authorities, calling all residents “valued and integral members” regardless of their status. The ordinance specifically...
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VIDEO. From the San Mateo County Harbor District meeting on Wednesday, April 19th, 2023 at 1:00pm as a hybrid meeting. Watch Video on Coastside Buzz
