Foothill Transit: Connecting Communities for 35 Years
Connecting Communities for 35 Years We’re celebrating 35 years of service this month and reflecting on our remarkable journey since launching our initial buses on Lines 495 and 498 in December of 1988. Today, we offer 35 local and express lines spanning over 300 square miles in the San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys and Los Angeles. Our eco-friendly fleet includes electric double-deck and hydrogen fuel cell buses that help keep the air clean. To commemorate this special occasion, we've created limited-edition
Act Now: Avoid Penalties and Secure Your Employees' Future with CalSavers
Time is running out to comply with California's CalSavers Retirement Savings Program, and failure to act could cost you. The mandate creates a legal requirement, and many employers with an average of five or more employees are past their deadline to register or certify an exemption. The Program is open for employers with as few as one employee, and soon it will be required for them as well – if they do not offer a qualified retirement plan. Immediate action is required to avoid penalties that start at $250 per
Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Think Fast: Fundamental Changes Coming for Fast Food Chains
Writen by: Giuliana Gabriel, J.D., HR Compliance Director on Thursday, October 12, 2023: https://www.employers.org/ Although the writing has been on the wall, fast food chains need to prepare for fundamental changes in how they do business in California. In an agreement between labor and fast-food companies, the FAST Act (AB 257) has been repealed, but replaced with other terms under AB 1228. Some key takeaways are that a $20/hour minimum wage will go into effect on April 1, 2024, for workers at
Small Efforts: Big Wins for All
California Clean Air Day is a statewide initiative dedicated to raising awareness about air quality and inspiring collective action to improve it. This week Foothill Transit offered free fares on October 4 to encourage people to try transit.We can all do our part, beyond one day a year, when it comes to air pollution though. Commuting with Foothill Transit is one of those ways. Visit California Clean Air Day to see all the creative ways people celebrate the day and what else you can do to help. By joining
Rose Bowl Shuttle: Hassle Free Access
Go car(e) free to live events at the Rose Bowl. Let us take care of the driving so you can sit back, relax, and avoid the hassle of Rose Bowl traffic and parking. Next up:UCLA vs. Washington State Cougars, October 7, shuttle starts at 9 a.m. The game is at 12 p.m., and shuttle service continues until 90 minutes after the game ends.UCLA vs. Colorado Buffaloes, October 28, TBDUCLA vs. Arizona State Sun Devils, November 11, TBDUCLA vs. California Golden Bears, November 25, TBDPark your car at the Parsons
Students overcome challenges and succeed with assistance from Citrus College program
By Patricia A. Rasmussen, Ed.D. Citrus College Governing Board Member A college education wasn’t part of Alexis Carlin’s original plan. After graduating from high school, she worked in the cosmetic industry for more than a decade. However, motherhood – along with a global pandemic – led her to change direction and register for classes at Citrus College. “I knew I wanted to build a wonderful life for my son and realized that going back to school would probably be a lot easier than the other obstacles I was
Top Tactics for Boosting Collaboration Among Your Team
In the modern workplace, it's increasingly important for employees to work together effectively, since collaboration can boost productivity by up to 25%. Working together as a united front is essential for completing projects on time and within budget. When team members share ideas and knowledge freely, they can pool their resources and come up with creative solutions that wouldn't be possible working alone. Here are some techniques that will encourage collaboration to help your company operate
California’s 2024 Minimum Wage Increases to $16 Per Hour
By: JESSICA MULHOLLAND (calchamber) On Monday, July 31, the California Department of Finance Director Joe Stephenshaw officially certified that beginning January 1, 2024, California’s minimum wage will increase from $15.50 per hour to $16 per hour for all employers, regardless of size. Per California’s Labor Code, once the state’s minimum wage reaches $15 per hour — which already has occurred, as the current minimum wage is $15.50 per hour — the California Director of Finance must determine on or before
Making Restaurant Ownership Affordable
Starting a restaurant can be one of the most exciting things you will ever do. It is fun to be able to create something from scratch and watch it grow over time. A restaurant is not only a business but also an art. It requires lots of creativity and hard work to make it successful. Successful restaurants have "a story" that they tell to the customers and they are able to create an unforgettable experience for them. If you’re interested in learning how to make restaurant ownership affordable, this
Holiday Strategies All Small Businesses Should Have in Place
As the holidays approach, small businesses need to start thinking about their holiday strategy. There are a number of reasons why a small business should have a holiday strategy. First, the holidays are a busy time for consumers and businesses alike. This means that there is increased competition for consumers' attention and dollars. Conveyance Marketing Group notes that a small business needs to have a plan for how they are going to stand out from the competition and drive holiday
A Glendora, CA Entrepreneur's Guide to Harnessing Innovation for Business Development
As an entrepreneur, you can use technology in many ways to give your business a competitive edge. From cloud computing to artificial intelligence, cutting-edge developments make it easier than ever to streamline processes and reduce redundancy at the workplace. Even small businesses without large tech budgets should consider getting tech tools. As Winman reveals, continual investment in innovation helps to boost productivity, enhance efficiency, finetune quality, and boost customer service. Discover how
