Velocity News May 6

May 6, 2024 | Week 19

Food Waste Regulations Workshop

Join us to learn about the new regulations in the City of Vista regarding organic/food waste and the usage of styrofoam/plastic for take out at restaurants. Our guest speakers for this event are Maria Gomez, Field Representative at EDCO and board member at the Vista Chamber of Commerce and Cassidy McCarthy, Climate Action Plan Program Administrator at the City of Vista.

Stay afterwards to connect with fellow business owners with some coffee and donuts.

Regulaciónes de Desperdicios de Alimentos - Este Miércoles!

Acompañenos para conocer las nuevas regulaciones en la ciudad de Vista con respecto al desperdicio orgánico / de alimentos y el uso de poliestireno / plástico en restaurantes. Nuestra experta invitada para este evento es María Gómez, representante de EDCO y miembro de la junta directiva de la Cámara de Comercio de Vista, y Cassidy McCarthy, Administradora del Plan de Accion Climática en la Ciudad de Vista.

Quédese después para conectar con otros dueños de negocios en la ciudad con cafe y donas.

Regístrese Ahora

Business Workshops

The Vista Chamber in partnership with the City of Vista will be hosting workshops to inform businesses about regulations on the following topics:

Organic Waste/Plastic Usage
Temporary/Promotional Sings
Special Events Permit Process

Spanish interpreting will be available. Register for any of these workshops here.

Welcome to Our New Members: April

Interested in learning more about membership? Reach out to Membership Development Specialist Caleb Rosado at Caleb@vistachamber.org to learn more.

Explore Marvelous Spain with the Vista Chamber

Experience the rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and delicious cuisine of this beautiful country with your Vista Chamber friends*.

We're hosting a free informational webinar this Tuesday, April 7 at 12:30pm. Register for the webinar here.

*Don't need to be a Vista Chamber member to join the tour.

Mohnacky Animal Hospital: Welcoming to Pets and Humans

Mohnacky Animal Hospital, which serves dogs and cats, was established in 2003. Caitlin Sacco, DVM, is Mohnacky's lead Veterinarian at their Vista location.

In the Spring issue of Vista Magazine, Dr. Sacco tells us more about the passion Mohnacky has for helping pets and their owners.

Read now here.

2024 Meet the Leaders

This past April 25, we hosted our Meet the Leaders dinner with guest speakers Congressman Mike Levin, Senator Catherine Blakespear, and Assemblywoman Laurie Davies.

Thank you to our event sponsors SDG&E, Scripps, EDCO, and Tri-City Medical Center. See more event pictures here.

Business Mixer - May 8

Join us at the Dogleg Brewing for our May Business Mixer!

Catch up with fellow Vista Chamber Members and meet professionals from all over North County to make new connections.

Members: $10

Future Members: $20

Ribbon Cutting

Barber Lex Studio

Tuesday, May 7 at 1:30pm

1356 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido

RSVP

Fix Auto Vista, North County Automotive & Ronco Trailers and Services

Thursday, May 16 at 3:00pm

2509 S Santa Fe Ave

RSVP

Fast Break for Small Business Grant Program

Now in its third season, Fast Break for Small Business is the largest grant program for small business owners. The program aims to assist business owners with the tools and resources they need to start and grow their businesses—the perfect play. This opportunity is designed to support both established and budding business ventures with the most significant distribution of funding for small business owners in recent years. Small businesses that have be in operation for at least 3 months are eligible to apply for $10,000 small business grant and/or up to $500 in LegalZoom products and services. Learn more and apply here.

City of Vista New Logo Survey

As valued members of the City of Vista community, we are excited to invite you to participate in an important initiative: the rebranding process of the City of Vista. Your insights and perspectives are crucial as we embark on this journey to create a fresh identity that represents Vista. To ensure that the new brand accurately reflects Vista’s aspirations and values, we invite your participation in a brief survey consisting of a brand noun exercise designed to gather input on potential iconography for the new logo and feedback on selecting a new City of Vista color palette. Please complete the survey by May 12, 2024, see survey here.

Senior Center Culture Caravan Launch Party

Culture Caravan provides roundtrip transportation, event tickets, and friendly tour guides to destinations throughout Southern California for Vista senior residents. Hear about trips offered by AFC Vacations and register for Culture Caravan trips. In-person Registrations will open following the presentation.

When: Wednesday, June 12 | 3:00pm

Where: Gloria McClellan Senior Center | 1400 Vale Terrace Dr.