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January 29, 2021 - Chico Chamber of Commerce Launches 2021 Special Report & State of the City Recording
This morning the Chico Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2021 Business Summit & State of the City Address. The event was held virtually via ZOOM, close to 200 of the community and Chamber members were in attendance. Chico Mayor Andrew Coolidge presented the State of the City Address, Mark Orme, City Manager & City Staff gave a Chico Community update, Mark Francis, President of Golden Valley Bank shared the latest Chico Economic Snapshot, and Ben Winter, Chair of the Chico Chamber Board, introduced the 2021 Chico Chamber Special Report.
Press Release Here 2021 Special Report Here 2021 Business Summit & State of the City Here |
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Chico Chamber and City of Chico to Host 2021 Business Summit & State of the City Address 1.29.21
January 15, 2021 -The Chico Chamber of Commerce is excited to once again co-host the official 2021 Business Summit & State of the City Address with the City of Chico on Friday, January 29th, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom. This annual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Please register to receive the Zoom meeting link. Full Press Release Here |
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Chico Chamber Takes a Stand on Proposition 15 & 20October 1, 2020 Chico, CA - Last week, at their regularly scheduled September Board meeting, the Chico Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted to take a stand on two key Propositions on the 2020 Ballot: Prop 15 & 20. No on Proposition 15. Yes on Proposition 20.
Full Press Release Here |
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Chico Chamber Releases 2020 Election GuideSeptember 14, 2020 CHICO, CA - The Chico Chamber of Commerce has released the 2020 Local Election Guide. As we head into elections, the ongoing role at the Chamber is to provide key information the community needs to make wise choices. The Chamber asked our Chico City Council Candidates to answer 5 critical questions to help voters have more insight and clarity into the ideas and positions these candidates hold. The public is encouraged to download the 2020 Local Election Guide from chicochamber.com. The Chamber has also created a 2020 Local Elections page that includes key election dates, voter information and district/candidate map.
Full Press Release Here |
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CHICO CHAMBER TO HOST 2020 CHICO CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATE FORUMSeptember 3, 2020 CHICO, CA - The Chico Chamber of Commerce will host a virtual 2020 Chico City Council Candidate Forum Thursday, September 24th at 6 p.m. This event will be hosted via ZOOM and is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
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CHICO CHAMBER OPPOSES PROPOSED CANNABIS ORDINANCE DISCUSSION AT TONIGHT’S CITY COUNCIL MEETINGChico, CA August 18, 2020 – The Chico Chamber sent the following letter to the Chico City Council requesting the proposed Cannabis Ordinance discussion be delayed noting the ordinance is not “essential city business,” and should be postponed until the Emergency Order has been lifted.
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August 17, 2020 - Health Department Urges Residents to Reduce Energy Consumption to Avoid Service Outages
Butte County and the rest of the western states continue to experience a widespread heatwave that will put pressure on our energy grid. In order to avoid electricity shortages, Butte County residents and businesses are asked to reduce energy usage between 3 and 10 pm, starting today through Wednesday.
Full Press Release Here
Butte County and the rest of the western states continue to experience a widespread heatwave that will put pressure on our energy grid. In order to avoid electricity shortages, Butte County residents and businesses are asked to reduce energy usage between 3 and 10 pm, starting today through Wednesday.
Full Press Release Here
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Chico CA - June 29, 2020: BUTTE COUNTY CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE DISTRIBUTE THOUSANDS OF MASKS TO LOCAL BUSINESSES
Friday, June 26th, the Chico, Oroville, Paradise and Gridley Chambers of Commerce hosted a massive mask giveaway to local businesses to help Butte County employees and shoppers stay safe! Countywide, a total of 53,500 masks were given out to local businesses. With the help of volunteers from the Chico Chamber Young Professionals Organization and Business Outreach Committee, the Chico Chamber distributed 24,000+ masks to the Chico community! Full Press Release Here |
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June 11, 2020 - "Local Chambers distributing thousands of masks to Butte County Businesses": The Chico, Oroville, Paradise and Gridley Chambers of Commerce are doing a massive mask giveaway to local businesses to help Butte County employees and shoppers stay safe!
The masks were purchased by North Valley Community Foundation and Feather River Health Foundation. They were purchased from new local business Salus Supply. Salus Masks are non-medical, source control face masks and are reusable and washable. The message that Feather River Health Foundation and the local Chambers are trying to get across to the community is that “I wear a mask to protect you, and you wear a mask to protect me.” Full Press Release HERE New PSA HERE |
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Chico Chamber Poised to Distribute 5,000 Free Masks- Chico, CA May 13, 2020: Now that we have entered Stage 2 of Butte County Reopens, businesses need to be prepared and ensure that their employees are safe. A significant part of that is being able to provide masks for situations where social distancing is challenging.
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Chico Chamber of Commerce & Coronavirus (COVID-19) - March 16, 2020 CHICO, CA: As of March 16, 2020, the Chico Chamber of Commerce will be cancelling all events, programs, and public meetings for the next 60 days as we adhere to the most recent federal and state agency guidelines. The health of our members and their businesses is a top priority for the Chico Chamber...
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Chico Chamber of Commerce Supports AB 1957: Paradise Irrigation District – Design Build Authority
March 3, 2020 CHICO, CA: The Chico Chamber Board of Directors voted to support Assemblyman James Gallagher’s AB 1957 bill at the February 26, 2020 meeting...
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February Community Development Update Scheduled
February 4, 2020 (CHICO, CA) Thursday, February 20th the Chico Chamber of Commerce, City of Chico, Valley Contractors Exchange & Chico Builders Association will co- host a Community Development Update from 12-1p.m. in the Old Municipal Building Conference Room, 441 Main Street Chico. This free event occurs quarterly and is open to the public. With limited seating, RSVPs are requested. To reserve your
seat please click the link below, email info@chicochamber.com or call 530.891.5556. |
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Chico Chamber Recognizes 2019 Award Winner at the 82nd Annual Dinner & Business Award CeremonyJanuary 17, 2020 (CHICO, CA) Thursday, January 16th the Chico Chamber hosted the 82nd Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony - Moving Chico Forward , in the Big Room, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. It was a special evening recognizing the 2020 Installation of the Chico Chamber Officers and Directors and 2019 Business & Community Awards and Scholarships. We are honored to announce the following 2019 award recipients...
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Chico Chamber and the City of Chico to Host 2020 Business Summit &
State of the City Address January 15, 2020 (Chico, CA) The Chico Chamber of Commerce will co-host the official 2020 Business Summit & State of the City Address with the City of Chico on
Friday, January 24, 2020, at 8:30 a.m. in the CARD Community Center located at 545 Vallombrosa Avenue in Chico. This annual event is free and open to the public BUT RSVPs are required as seating is limited. The event is expected to reach maximum capacity. |
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Chico Chamber Participates in Butte County Restaurant WeekThe second annual Butte County Restaurant Week is scheduled for January 17 - 26, 2020. As part of Visit California’s Restaurant Month, the Perfect Pairings-themed event will feature prix fixe food and/or drink pairings created especially for the week. Explore Butte County (EBC) is working with the Downtown Chico Business Association, Chico Chamber of Commerce, Oroville Area Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Oroville BID, Gridley Biggs Chamber of Commerce, and Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce to coordinate the efforts throughout the county. Restaurant Week is designed to bolster the economic vitality of Butte County and elevate Butte County in the California culinary narrative.
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Chico Chamber of Commerce Announces 2019 Legacy Award (Fred Davis Award)
January 2, 2020 CHICO, CA The Chico Chamber of Commerce is honored to announce it will (posthumously) present the 2019 Legacy Award in the name of Steve Nettleton. Nettleton is best known in the Chico community as a successful business leader as well as the owner of the Chico Heat Baseball Team. He and his wife Kathy are also well known as local philanthropists and volunteers. The award will be presented at the 82nd Annual Dinner & Business Awards taking place Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Sierra Brewing Company - Big Room.
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Chico Chamber 82nd Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony,“Moving Chico Forward”
ACCEPTING AWARD NOMINATIONS
November 19, 2019 - The 2020 Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony will take place
Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Big Room from 6-9 p.m. The Chico Chamber is currently accepting award nominations in the following categories...
Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Big Room from 6-9 p.m. The Chico Chamber is currently accepting award nominations in the following categories...
For Immediate Release: Chico Chamber’s 82nd Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony
“Moving Chico Forward” RESERVATIONS NOW OPEN!
October 21, 2019 (CHICO, CA) Reservations are now open for the Chico Chamber of Commerce’s 82nd Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony. The event celebrates “Moving Chico Forward” and will take place Thursday, January 16, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. in the Big Room at Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. Make a reservation.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Camp Fire Economic Recovery - Chico Chamber Convenes Community Leaders with Governor’s Office of Business & Economic Development and CalOES
August 20, 2019 CHICO, CA: Monday, August 19th, the Chico Chamber convened representatives from the Governor’s Office of Business & Economic Development and Office of the Small Business Advocate and CalOES to meet with local community and business leaders along with representatives from the Camp Fire Long Term Recovery Group. The Governor’s staff was briefed on the challenges facing the Chico community as it pertains to economic recovery. Some of the challenges discussed were infrastructure – sewer, roads, bridges, workforce housing, employee retention and recruitment, and public safety.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chico Chamber Releases 3rd Camp Fire Workforce Impact Survey
July 15, 2019, CHICO, CA-
The Chico Chamber of Commerce has released a 3rd quarter Camp Fire Workforce Impact Survey. As our community continues to recover from the recent Camp Fire, it is the Chamber’s priority to make sure we continue to recognize the loss of housing and the impact on our Chico business community.
The Chico Chamber of Commerce has released a 3rd quarter Camp Fire Workforce Impact Survey. As our community continues to recover from the recent Camp Fire, it is the Chamber’s priority to make sure we continue to recognize the loss of housing and the impact on our Chico business community.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chico Chamber President & CEO goes to Capital to speak before Senate Environmental Committee in support of AB430
July 8, 2019 CHICO, CA -
Wednesday, July 3rd Chico Chamber President & CEO Katy Thoma went to the Capitol to speak before the Senate Environmental Committee in support of Assemblyman James Gallagher’s bill, AB 430. Despite the fact the Chico City Council asked to be removed from the bill, the Chamber believes in order to solve the lack of workforce housing it will have to be solved regionally. Thoma said, “Assemblyman Gallagher has done an outstanding job representing his district by championing this important bill through some difficult hearings. It is encouraging to see the bipartisan support he was able to garner for our region to build much needed workforce housing."
Wednesday, July 3rd Chico Chamber President & CEO Katy Thoma went to the Capitol to speak before the Senate Environmental Committee in support of Assemblyman James Gallagher’s bill, AB 430. Despite the fact the Chico City Council asked to be removed from the bill, the Chamber believes in order to solve the lack of workforce housing it will have to be solved regionally. Thoma said, “Assemblyman Gallagher has done an outstanding job representing his district by championing this important bill through some difficult hearings. It is encouraging to see the bipartisan support he was able to garner for our region to build much needed workforce housing."
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chico Chamber Participates in Butte County Delegation Tour
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June 6, 2019 - Chico, CA The Chico Chamber participated in a tour of Paradise and Magalia with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce along with a number of their national partners: Wells Fargo, Target, Drop Box, IBM, Johnson & Johnson, and JP Morgan. The purpose of their trip was to find ways in which to partner with those who have been affected by the Camp Fire.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chico PD, Chico Chamber, & DCBA Release Retail Watch PSA’s
May 29, 2019 - CHICO, CA The Chico Police Department, Chico Chamber of Commerce, and Downtown Chico Business Association released a series of Retail Watch PSA’s today. The PSA’s encourage local retailers and the community to Prevent, Report, & Prosecute. The “Retail Watch” program was formed to convene retailers and the Chico Police Department to combat shoplifting in Chico.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: City of Chico, Chico Chamber, and Valley Contractors Exchange Host Community Development Update May 16th
May 2, 2019 CHICO - CA- Thursday, May 16th the City of Chico, Chico Chamber of Commerce and Valley Contractors Exchange will host a Community Development Update from 12-1p.m. in the Old Municipal Building Conference Room, 441 Main Street Chico. This free event occurs quarterly and is open to the public.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chico Chamber Hires President and CEO
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March 27, 2019, CHICO, CA – The Chico Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that longtime Chico resident and community leader Katy Thoma will serve as the President and CEO of the non-profit business organization.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chico Chamber Releases 2nd Camp Fire Workforce Impact Survey
March 15, 2019, CHICO, CA : The Chico Chamber of Commerce has released a Camp Fire Workforce Impact Survey - 2019 Quarterly Update. As our community recovers from the recent Camp Fire, it is the Chamber’s priority to make sure we continue to recognize the loss of housing and the impact on our Chico business community. The responses from this survey will help the Chamber learn about the most current needs of our businesses and workforce. Click here for survey: Camp Fire Workforce Impact Survey – 2019 Quarterly Update.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Team Chico & Chico Chamber Host Chico Business Forum
February 27, 2019 CHICO, CA: TODAY Thursday, February 27th, Team Chico & the Chico Chamber will host a Chico Business Forum from 3-5 p.m. in the Old Municipal Building Conference Room, 441 Main Street Chico. The Chico business community is invited to attend this forum to get an update on the current status from the City of Chico Management Team. Q&A will be included. This event is free. With limited seating, RSVPs are requested. To reserve your seat please visit www.chicochamber.com, email info@chicochamber.com or call 530.891.5556.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chico Chamber of Commerce Launches 2019 Special Report & New Website
February 15, 2019 CHICO, CA: This morning at the sold-out 2019 Business Summit & State of the City Address hosted at the CARD Community Center, the Chico Chamber of Commerce released the 2019 Special Report from the Task Force on City Revenues & Expenditures, calling the City of Chico and community to continue to action around exploring a revenue measure to meet immediate community needs like housing solutions for creating more longtime housing availability, roadway improvements by dramatically increasing road funding, and a reduction in crime by funding a proactive policing model. The Chamber’s goal is to make Chico the safest, most premier, vibrant city in the North State.
Full Press Release below.
Full Press Release below.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Seats Still Available 2019 Business Summit & State of the City Address
OR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Seats Still Available 2019 Business Summit & State of the City Address
February 12, 2019 CHICO, CA Seats are still available at the 2019 Business Summit & State of the City Address co-hosted by the Chico Chamber and the City of Chico THIS Friday, February 15th, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in the CARD Community Center located at 545 Vallombrosa Avenue in Chico. This annual event is free and open to the public BUT RSVP’s are required as seating is limited. The event is expected to reach maximum capacity. RSVP HERE
February 12, 2019 CHICO, CA Seats are still available at the 2019 Business Summit & State of the City Address co-hosted by the Chico Chamber and the City of Chico THIS Friday, February 15th, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in the CARD Community Center located at 545 Vallombrosa Avenue in Chico. This annual event is free and open to the public BUT RSVP’s are required as seating is limited. The event is expected to reach maximum capacity. RSVP HERE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Team Chico & Chico Chamber Host Chico Business Forum Thursday, February 27th
February 5, 2019 CHICO, CA: Thursday, February 27th, Team Chico & the Chico Chamber will host a Chico Business Forum from 3-5 p.m. in the Old Municipal Building Conference Room, 441 Main Street Chico. The Chico business community is invited to attend this forum to get an update on the current status from the City of Chico Management Team. Q&A will be included. This event is free. With limited seating, RSVPs are requested. To reserve your seat please visit www.chicochamber.com, email info@chicochamber.com or call 530.891.5556.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: City of Chico, Chico Chamber, & Valley Contractors Exchange Host Community Development Update February 21st
February 4, 2019 CHICO, CA: Thursday, February 21st, the City of Chico, Chico Chamber of Commerce and Valley Contractors Exchange will host a Community Development Update from 12-1p.m. in the Old Municipal Building Conference Room, 441 Main Street Chico. This free event occurs quarterly and is open to the public. With limited seating, RSVPs are requested. To reserve your seat please visit www.chicochamber.com, email info@chicochamber.com or call 530.891.5556.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2019 Business Summit & State of the City Address Set for February 15, 2019
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January 31, 2019
CHICO, CA: The Chico Chamber of Commerce will co-host the official 2019 Business Summit & State of the City Address with the City of Chico on Friday, February 15th, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in the CARD Community Center located at 545 Vallombrosa Avenue in Chico. This annual event is free and open to the public BUT RSVP’s are required as seating is limited. The event is expected to reach maximum capacity. |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chico Chamber Recognizes First Responders, Community Members, and Business Advocates at the 81st Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony
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January 18, 2019
(CHICO, CA): Thursday, January 17th the Chico Chamber hosted the 81st Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony “Bright Community, Bright Future” , in the Big Room, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. It was a night of hero’s, community, hope and resilience as local first responders, community members and individuals were recognized for their service during the Camp Fire. |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Second Disaster Assistance Meeting Scheduled with SBA
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December 12, 2018
CHICO, CA: Thursday, December 13, 2018 the Chico Chamber of Commerce, Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce, Team Chico and the Small Business Administration (SBA) will host a second disaster assistance meeting specifically for businesses that have been affected by the recent Camp Fire. The meeting will take place upstairs in the Old Municipal Building located at 441 Main Street from 5-6:00 p.m. This meeting welcomes displaced businesses to easily gather resources and ask questions of the SBA. The event is free and open to all businesses and the community. RSVP is not required to attend... |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - U.S. Secretary of Labor Visits with Chico & Paradise Businesses
December 11, 2018 CHICO, CA - This week, the Chico Chamber of Commerce, Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce and California State University, Chico hosted U.S. Secretary of Labor Alexander Acosta for a roundtable discussion with several Chico and Paradise members impacted directly and indirectly by the recent Camp Fire...
Chico Chamber 81st Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony
Now “An Evening of Hope”
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December 7, 2018 (CHICO, CA) The 81st Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony “Bright Community, Bright Future” is still scheduled to take place January 17, 2019 in the Big Room, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. at 6 p.m. In light of the Camp Fire, it is now an “evening of hope” as we recognize those businesses in our community who most dramatically impacted Camp Fire relief efforts... |
