Important Seminar TONIGHT!-New Water Rates Ahead!

An Information Session for Foster City Businesses-- if you use water you should attend!!!

Date: Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Place: Foster City Council Chambers 620 Foster City Blvd., Foster City CA 94404

Beginning this summer, the Estero Municipal Improvement District (EMID) is proposing to change the water utility fee structure and implement "conservation-based water rates," which for some will include a "tiered rate model", and others will include a "water budget-based model". Under a tiered rate system, the unit price for water increases as usage increases. The water budget based model assigns a water budget for each user and evaluates their usage throughout the year. These models are intended to encourage conservation of a limited natural resource in response to a growing demand and shrinking supply. Come hear about the reasons for the change and its potential impact, practical choices you can make to help conserve water and improve your bottom line, and rebates and other resources that can help ease your transition to the new rates. There will be time to ask questions, voice concerns, and provide feedback to the presenters. We look forward to seeing you at the event!

Free Seminar- Financial Strategies for Employees in Transition 2/18

Today's headlines are scary. Government bailouts of insurance and mortgage giants, as well as the big three automakers, are all over the news. Companies having to close their doors or layoff their valued employees seems to be a daily occurrence. The stock market has had a dramatic effect on the retirement accounts of baby boomers. This class will review three key areas where employees in transition - whether retiring or recently laid off - can take action upon:

• Retirement plan options when leaving an employer;
• Account withdrawal strategies for easing the market pain once in retirement; and
• Provisions of the stimulus package.

Chamber member Kirsten Weiss from SGC Financial and Insurance Services will be the presenter. This information should not be considered as specific tax/legal advice. You should consult your tax/legal advisor regarding your own specific tax/legal situation. Kirsten Weiss, Financial Advisor. CA Insurance License #: 0G53502. Registered Representative, Investment Advisor Representative, Securian Financial Services Inc. Securities Dealer member FINRA/SIPC; A Registered Investment Advisor, SGC, Inc. is Independently Owned and Operated. Tracking Number #125498 and DOFU 11-2009.

Location : Chamber Office, 1031 E Hillsdale Blvd, Suite F, Foster City
Contact : Chamber - 650-573-7600 RSVP Requested.

FREE BUILD YOUR BUSINESS SEMINAR - SOCIAL NETWORKING METHODS & STRATEGIES 2/23

CHANGE OF LOCATION!!!

Chamber member Michael Neuendorff, owner of The Growth Coach, will continue a seminar series on marketing tactics and strategies for business owners that want to do more to build their businesses in 2010.

Aspects to be covered this time are:

Social Networking: What social media platforms and tools can I use and how do I use them?

Social Networking Strategy: How can I apply a strategy to my social networking?

The Growth Coach helps small business owners to make better decisions, get more leads, and close more sales through 1-on-1 coaching and group workshops.

This presentation is scheduled for February 23, 2010 at 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm

Location: Charter Square USSD, 1064 Shell Blvd., Ste E , Foster City.

Contact: To reserve a seat or for additional information, call 650-573-7600 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Seminar Windows® 7! Thursday, 3/4/10
Find out what the buzz is all about.
Here's your chance to get up close and personal with the latest productivity enhancements, as well as safety and security improvements that Windows® 7 provides.
Come find out how Windows 7 helps your business work the way you want.
When: Thursday March 4, 2010
Time: 5:15- 7pm
Location: Wind Room - Foster City Community Center (above Library) 1000 E. Hillsdale Blvd.
Join us for a firsthand look at Windows 7: Doing the tasks you do everyday are easier and faster with Windows 7. You can share files and devices easily, find the information you need, stay productive anywhere and protect your data so you can spend more time helping your business grow.

• See a live demo of Windows 7
• Try Windows 7 out for yourself at live demo stations
• Ask Microsoft Partners questions about upgrading your system
• Get a chance to win great prizes

Don't miss this fun and exciting event. Space is limited so be sure to register today!
Call 573-7600 to reserve your space!

Does Your Restaurant/Hotel/Catering Business Qualify for a "San Mateo County: As Fresh as it Gets" Award?

San Mateo County/Silicon Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau is once again accepting applications to honor restaurants and other business that are striving to use local, fresh products (produce, seafood, beer, wine, etc.) on their menus. We thought that the chamber members would be a great place to start since you would be able to tell of us who you think deserves this recognition.

If you could kindly send the name and contact information for any restaurants or caterers that come to mind that are not already winners it would be greatly appreciated. Or if you feel more comfortable I have can send you an application that can be forwarded to these members. Please help us in honoring our fellow Chamber members!

Any questions, feel free to call the Chamber at 573-7600.

Start the Day Off Right!

Jamba has now extended its $1 Oatmeal Wednesday to February 24! Jamba's Oatmeal is made 100% natural, organic steel-cut oats that support heart health. It's a healthy, balanced breakfast- contains fruit, protein, good source of fiber and low in fat. This isn't your ordinary instant hot oatmeal, it slow cooked for almost 1 hour. We will also offer catering of the oatmeal but you must call a day prior to that Wednesday! 1000 Metro Center Blvd # B 650-571-6200