Controversy looms at the Chamber of Commerce about the chamber's policy on member awards and the size of its reserve, with questions coming from John Wuo. Wuo later resigned from Chamber Board.
The Chamber of Commerce's legislative committee unanimously passed a resolution recently urging the entertainment industry to "exercise social responsibility."
After 18 years during which she rose from part-time secretary to president, Jana Costuma will leave the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce by the end of June.
After 18 years during which she rose from part-time secretary to president, Jana Costuma will leave the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce by the end of June.
Arcadia city considers ban on some restaurant takeout containers (polystyrene, aka Styrofoam). Restrictions on straws, utensils also under review. Arcadia Council Member Tom Beck introduced the idea and Council Member Paul Cheng is enthusiastic about it. Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager and Development Services Director, said the City will work with restaurants and the Chamber of Commerce to implement the ordinance. The Cheesecake Factory is already using eco-friendly containers and utensils.
Taste of Arcadia Has Been Canceled. Last Thursday afternoon, the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce announced the cancellation of Taste of Arcadia 2020, which would have been held on Sept. 28.
The Taste of Arcadia is an annual event which showcases local food vendors and other businesses in a festive atmosphere at the L.A. County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. Normally, the event sees over 1,500 members of the public attend to sip and sample food, wine and distilled liquors. This might be the first time the event has been canceled in its nearly 40 year history.