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This report is gathered from news stories in the Pasadena Star-News and the Los Angeles Times.

From the LA Times: Sweeping new laws ramping up in 2021 will force California businesses to offer employees more help to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, including measures on disclosure of workplace infections, on healthcare and wage replacement, and on job-protected leave to care for sick family members. 

Happy New Year.

We have endured 2020 and are all ready to move on. 

2021 will bring a changed business landscape and a very different workplace for most all of us.

As we move into 2021, I wish you all the best and hope we can share a prosperous, happy and fun New Year!

New State of California Grants: Last month, the state announced the creation of a $500 million Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program (

On December 8th, all retail food establishments were notified via email that the City will allow restaurants to maintain outdoor furniture for public use during the State's latest Safer At Home Order. While most restaurateurs have already removed their tables, chairs and outdoor furniture from their outdoor dining areas, restaurants have the option to maintain tables, chairs and other fixtures for public use during the time that outdoor dining is prohibited.

The Pasadena Chamber continues to remind everyone that shopping with our local stores does more than keep them in business (which is VERY IMPO

COVID-19 cases are again surging. Hospital Intensive Care Units are filled to capacity. Please take care to have a safe and healthy holiday with loved ones. Wear a mask when you encounter anyone outside your immediate household. Keep social distance. Do your best to stay home. Protect your loved ones bny protecting yourself and those around you.

Happy Holidays from all of us at the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce.

Please stay safe as you gather to celebrate with loved ones.

Even if you can't visit a store in person, dine at a restaurant or get yoru hair done, you can support our local businesses by purchasing gift crads for yourself to use later and as gifts. Cash flow is critical for small businesses right now. Purchasing a gift card (or cards) can keep our favorite local small businesses open into 2021 and beyond.

FOUND/LA Small Business Recovery Fund: Eligible business owners based on the criteria below can apply for grant support from FOUND/LA through one of our operating partners during open application windows. Applicants will submit complete applications and required documents. Those who meet the eligibility requirements will be entered into a pool of eligible applicants.