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June 22, 2021

Lomita Chamber Celebrates 2021 Business of the Year Award Winner Coastal Funeral Center

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Congratulations to Coastal Funeral Center! Coastal Funeral Center has truly held their ground after facing the challenges of carrying on a legacy in the ownership transition from AM Gamby to Coastal Funeral Center. Proving to still be the family mortuary of Lomita, Coastal triumphed during a time where many funeral homes said no to families who lost their loved ones. Dealing with the emotional, financial and health concerns that occurred during the pandemic, their team of 3 worked around the clock with families to show them that they could entrust their loved one into the care of Coastal Funeral Center. Nominated for their dedication and professionalism in meeting an unprecedented demand for services while adapting to innovate and create new ways to safely honor loved ones during the difficult time of Covid, Coastal Funeral Center is recognized as the 2021 Business of the Year Award Recipient.

Thank you to our Sponsors: Coastal Funeral Center, City of Lomita, California, Thompson Building Materials, Lomita Post-Acute Care Center, California Water Service, Monster Tree Service of South Bay, Water Replenishment District, Torrance Memorial, Home Health Depot Medical Equipment & Supplies, Tabitha Pennington – State Farm Insurance Agency, Dee Dee McGuire Financial Services Professional with NYLIFE Securities LLC, Jane Lau Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties #01854188, Lomita’s Best, South Bay Credit Union, Localista, and Koven Video Productions.

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April 28, 2021

City of Lomita Community Workshop on April 29 (Housing & Safety Elements)

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An opportunity for Lomita residents, businesses and property owners to be informed and get involved

The City of Lomita is in the process of updating its Safety and Housing Elements to the General Plan. Both elements are components of the General Plan and are guided by State law.

The Safety Element outlines how the City minimizes, prepares for, responds to, and recovers from hazard events such as extreme heat, earthquakes, and wildfires. This includes identifying safe places to build, populations that may need extra help in responding to hazards, and how to ensure residents are prepared for hazards.

The Housing Element is a strategic vision and policy guide designed to help address the City’s housing needs, identify barriers or constrains to providing needed housing, and provide goals and policies to address these housing needs and constrains. Lomita’s projected housing needs for the 2021-2029 planning cycle is 829 units based on population and household growth.*

*Per the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) as mandated by State Housing Law as part of the periodic process of updating local housing elements of the General Plan.

How can you Get Involved?

Community Survey

Share your needs and priorities on the City’s community survey. Here is a link to the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8P9DKCH

Register for Virtual Community Workshop

A virtual community workshop will be taking place on Thursday, April 29 at 5pm to provide residents with opportunities to be involved in the process and provide feedback.

Thursday, April 29 5pm – online
Register here:
https://dudek.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KK88cckpSxSXacaNrNpr7g

A second community workshop will take place in the summer. Details will be posted on the City of Lomita website, http://www.lomita.com/cityhall/.

Please direct any specific questions to the City of Lomita’s Planning Division.

April 13, 2021

Meet City of Lomita’s Planning Staff & Ask the Mayor @Farmers Market April 25 – Virtual Community Workshop on April 29

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VIRTUAL COMMUNITY WORKSHOP ON APRIL 29

The City of Lomita is in the process of updating its Safety and Housing Elements to the General Plan. Both elements are components of the General Plan and are guided by State law. The Safety Element outlines how the City minimizes, prepares for, responds to, and recovers from hazard events such as extreme heat, earthquakes, and wildfires. This includes identifying safe places to build, populations that may need extra help in responding to hazards, and how to ensure residents are prepared for hazards. The Housing Element is a strategic vision and policy guide designed to help address the City’s housing needs, identify barriers or constrains to providing needed housing, and provide goals and policies to address these housing needs and constrains. Lomita’s projected housing needs for the 2021-2019 planning cycle is 829 units based on population and household growth.

A virtual community workshop will be taking place on Thursday, April 29 at 5pm to provide residents with opportunities to be involved in the process and provide feedback.

To register visit, https://dudek.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KK88cckpSxSXacaNrNpr7g. A second community workshop will take place in the summer. Details will be posted on our website, http://www.lomita.com/cityhall/.

Community Survey

Share your needs and priorities on the City’s community survey. Here is a link to the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8P9DKCH

Sunday, April 25 – “Ask the Mayor” & Meet Lomita’s Planning Staff

Please visit the City of Lomita’s booth at the Lomita Farmer’s Market on Sunday, April 25 from 10am to 2pm to learn more.

Ask the Mayor – Mayor Mark Waronek will be there to answer questions you have about the City. The City’s Planning Staff will also be there to share more about housing and safety elements of the City’s general plan.

In celebration of Earth Day, the City will have coloring books and seeds available for children.

Come on out and join us!

March 25, 2021

Congress extends deadline for PPP applicants to May 31, 2021

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Small businesses have an additional two months to apply

PPP applicants can go through the loan process with the following changes:

The PPP program is open through May 31, 2021 or until the new funding is exhausted.
If you are a 501(c)(6), a 501(c)(5), a local news media organization, or a housing cooperative you may be newly eligible for a loan.
You may qualify even if you took advantage of the Employee Retention Tax Credit.
If you are a publicly traded company, you are now prohibited from receiving a loan.
Group insurance payment can be included in your payroll costs when determining your maximum loan amount (see Step 3 in our original Guide).
If you are a seasonal employer, you have greater flexibility in picking the 12-week period between February 15, 2019 and February 15, 2020 used to determine your payroll costs and thus your maximum loan amount.

Small businesses have an additional two months to apply which may also open the door to apply for a second PPP loan if the first draw was recently received and not enough time passed between loans to apply for a second one. (Eight weeks must pass between the loans so there’s time to spend the money on payroll.)

More helpful resources are here:

Guide to Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Loans

Guide to PPP Forgiveness

For more info, visit the SBA website.

March 20, 2021

Blood Drive & Be The Match Bone Marrow Donor Registry At Lomita Farmers Market

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Children’s Hospital LA and Be The Match will be onsite at this Sunday’s Farmers Market

Be The Match bone marrow donor registry will be onsite on March 21st at the Lomita Farmers Market!

Be The Match is a nonprofit organization that’s mission is to help patients with blood cancers and blood illnesses find their stem cell or bone marrow match.

The registration is all done digitally and cheek swabs are available at live registry events, or if you feel more comfortable, you can order your cheek swab kit and have it mailed to you. If you’re unable to make it out to the drive this weekend, you can still register online just text 61474 with a message CHLA21 you can create your account and order a cheek swab.

When you join the Be The Match Registry^®, you become part of every patient’s search for a bone marrow donor. Thousands of patients with blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma, sickle cell, and other life-threatening diseases need a bone marrow transplant. You could be the one to save a life. (Learn more here)

The blood drive for Children’s Hospital LA will be held from 9am to 3pm (registration required).

Meet other other local businesses and Chamber members at the Market.

And of course our farmers and food vendors featuring…

Veggies, Herb Plants, Berries, Eggs, Honey, Strawberries AND… Craft Beer, Fresh Breads, Vegan Pastries, Acai Bowls, Kettle Corn, Hummus, Tamales, Loose leaf tea… and some great home goods, succulent arrangements, jewelry, candles, clothing and accessories.

See you Sunday, March 21st 10am-2pm at Lomita Farmers Market (Lomita City Hall: 24300 Narbonne Ave, Lomita, CA 90717).

For more information and vendor application, please visit LomitaFarmersMarket.com

March 16, 2021

Second Draw PPP Loans ends March 31, 2021

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Second Draw PPP Loans – PPP ends March 31, 2021

The Paycheck Protection Program ends on March 31, 2021. All eligible entities can apply through a participating lender until then.
Second Draw PPP Loans can be used to help fund payroll costs, including benefits. Funds can also be used to pay for mortgage interest, rent, utilities, worker protection costs related to COVID-19, uninsured property damage costs caused by looting or vandalism during 2020, and certain supplier costs and expenses for operations.
Maximum loan amount and increased assistance for accommodation and food services businesses.
For most borrowers, the maximum loan amount of a Second Draw PPP Loan is 2.5x the average monthly 2019 or 2020 payroll costs up to $2 million. For borrowers in the Accommodation and Food Services sector (use NAICS 72 to confirm), the maximum loan amount for a Second Draw PPP Loan is 3.5x the average monthly 2019 or 2020 payroll costs up to $2 million.

A borrower is generally eligible for a Second Draw PPP Loan if the borrower:

Previously received a First Draw PPP Loan and will or has used the full amount only for authorized uses
Has no more than 300 employees; and
Can demonstrate at least a 25% reduction in gross receipts between comparable quarters in 2019 and 2020

For more info, visit the SBA website.

Don’t miss the SBDC’s webinar series on PPP to find out who is eligible, how to apply, loan details and how to use the funds. Register for the SBDC’s PPP webinar here.

Update: What If I Never Received a PPP Loan?

For new PPP applicants, the PPP program is open through May 31, 2021 or until the new funding is exhausted.

March 8, 2021

Health & Wellness Day at the Market!

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Health & Wellness Day at the Market!
Health and Wellness Day gives customers education and tips on making positive healthy lifestyle choices. Find resources and local businesses that can help with health and wellness needs.

Come meet Members of the Chamber’s Health & Wellness Committee at the Lomita Farmers Market:

Stop by Adam Chiropractic
Working from home, increased sitting due to endless Zoom calls, it’s no wonder we’re all probably feeling a little off balance these days. Say hi to the friendly team from Adam Chiropractic & Wellness Center. Set up an appointment, get your questions answered or enjoy a mini massage.
Offering complimentary mini massages and spinal screenings!

New to Medicare or assisting someone who has Medicare? John Ballard can help you.
Medicare can be confusing. John can give you peace of mind by helping you with your Medicare questions.
Come by for a no-cost consultation with your friendly Lomita Medicare Guide.

Say hello to Mary & John with The Wellness Company
Learn more about The Wellness Company, an American Manufacturer of more than 400 products that are available only online and contain no harmful ingredients.. The catalogue includes nutrition, safe and effective household cleaners, beauty, personal care for babies, kids and adults, pure essential oils, medicine cabinet items. Switch stores and save up to 50% off market value.

Meet other other local businesses and Chamber members at the Market including:

Yai’s Naturals
South Bay Credit Union
Project Barley
Kettle Corn King & Acai Bowls
Shabby Shaw, State Farm Agent

And of course our farmers and food vendors featuring…

See you Sunday, March 14th 10am-2pm at Lomita Farmers Market (Lomita City Hall: 24300 Narbonne Ave, Lomita, CA 90717).

For more information and vendor application, please visit LomitaFarmersMarket.com

January 28, 2021

Health & Wellness Day at the Market!

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Come meet Members of the Chamber’s Health & Wellness Committee at the Lomita Farmers Market:

Be sure to visit Still Got It Fitness!
Frustrated with getting older, gaining weight and struggling to do the activities you once loved? Come talk to the health and fitness specialists to help you build strength, balance and motivation to live a long, healthy and active life.
Offering a 1-week trial and free book!

New to Medicare or assisting someone who has Medicare? John Ballard can help you. Medicare can be confusing. John can give you peace of mind by helping you with your Medicare questions.

Come by for a no-cost consultation with your friendly Lomita Medicare Guide.

Meet other other local businesses and Chamber members at the Market including:

South Bay Credit Union
Project Barley
State Farm Insurance Shabby Shaw
Kettle Corn King & Acai Bowls

And of course our farmers and food vendors featuring…

See you Sunday, January 31st 10am-2pm at Lomita Farmers Market (Lomita City Hall: 24300 Narbonne Ave, Lomita, CA 90717).

For more information and vendor application, please visit LomitaFarmersMarket.com

January 13, 2021

Lomita Chamber Advocates for Businesses & California Economy: Appeal to Governor Newsom

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“The California economy cannot fully recover until businesses are allowed to reopen… At the same time, California continues to suffer a significant exodus of employers to other states… California needs to address both crises immediately.”

On January 13, 2021, the Lomita Chamber of Commerce along with nearly 160 fellow California Chambers of Commerce and industry organizations rallied to appeal to Governor Gavin Newsom to take executive action to immediately and temporarily suspend for at least six months, specific laws and regulations, to reduce burdens on employers without affecting the health and safety of Californians.

The following letter was sent by CalChamber to Governor Newsom.

January 12, 2021

2021 CARES Act & Paycheck Protection Program

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Apply for PPP Loans Today

The Small Business Administration launched an online portal for eligible businesses to apply for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans based on the latest Covid-19 stimulus package.

Overview

Applications will initially be reserved for first-time community-based borrowers.
In an effort to make the process more equitable, the SBA is aiming to prioritize the distribution of the much-needed aid to smaller and financially vulnerable business, including borrowers participating in Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs), Certified Development Companies (CDCs) and Microloan Intermediaries.
First-time borrowers are welcome to start submitting applications now.
Second-time borrowers can start requesting a new loan starting on Wednesday, January 13.

According to the latest regulations approved by Congress, Business with fewer than 300 employees and who suffered a decrease in gross receipts of at least 25% in any one quarter of 2020 compared to the same quarter in 2019 are eligible to apply for the PPP loans.

How to Apply

You can apply through any existing SBA 7(a) lender or through any federally insured depository institution, federally insured credit union, and Farm Credit System institution that is participating. Other regulated lenders will be available to make these loans once they are approved and enrolled in the program. You should consult with your local lender as to whether it is participating in the program.

If you wish to begin preparing your application, you can download the following PPP borrower application forms to see the information that will be requested from you when you apply with a lender:

Paycheck Protection Program First Draw Borrower Application Form (revised 01-08-21)
Paycheck Protection Program Second Draw Borrower Application Form (01-08-21)

Contact a local lender with any questions.

More information can be found here: SBA PPP User Guide

Information about the CARES Act of 2021 and other relief programs can be found here:U.S Treasury Department CARES Act of 2021

Please contact the Lomita Chamber of Commerce if you need assistance with any of these areas. We’re happy to connect you with a resource to help answer your questions.

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An opportunity for Lomita residents, businesses and property owners to be informed and get involved

How can you Get Involved?

Children’s Hospital LA and Be The Match will be onsite at this Sunday’s Farmers Market

Come meet Members of the Chamber’s Health & Wellness Committee at the Lomita Farmers Market:

Come meet Members of the Chamber’s Health & Wellness Committee at the Lomita Farmers Market:

Apply for PPP Loans Today

Please contact the Lomita Chamber of Commerce if you need assistance with any of these areas. We’re happy to connect you with a resource to help answer your questions.

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