OBMA Member & Business News
This section is for OBMA Member-specific information, events, issues, and news for small business owners in Ocean Beach.
Members, if you wish to have an announcement or article published in our Local News section for the general public, please email us your article or announcement here.
SDG&E: New seasonal and peak periods launching
Every few years, SDG&E submits a forecast of future costs to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to set rates that adequately provide safe and reliable gas and electric service to our customers. The proceeding, called the General Rate Case (GRC), is subject to a rigorous review process by the CPUC and other stakeholders and interested parties. Recently, the CPUC ruled on several changes that will become effective December 1, 2017. What changed and why? The decision established new time periods for Time-of-Use (TOU) rates and changed the month of May from a Summer month to a Winter month. The new seasonal periods are: Summer: June 1 – October 31 Winter: November 1 – May 31
2017 Storefront Decorating Contest
Spread holiday cheer this season by decorating your storefront! The OBMA invites you to create a festive and beautiful business district. Attract holiday shoppers, beautify OB, and compete to win great prizes!
2017 Holiday Packet
Dear OBMA Members, It's that time of year again to do everything we can to keep the neighborhood bright, the businesses profitable, and our members well informed. We're pleased to present our holiday packet that includes information about the storefront decorating contest, the schedule of OB holiday events, advertising opportunities, information on Small Business Saturday/Shop Small, and the holiday homes contest. Click here to download your packet! Happy Holidays!!
OBMA Member Event: 2018 Annual Marketing Breakfast
Save the date for the 2018 Annual Marketing Breakfast on Tuesday, January 9! More info coming soon.
OBMA Member Event: 2018 Annual Meeting and Awards Celebration
Save the date for the 2017 OBMA Annual Meeting and Awards Celebration on Thursday, January 25, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. More information coming soon!
Handwashing Posters from San Diego County
From the San Diego County Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures We have previously reached out to you to share information about the locally declared public health emergency due to the ongoing hepatitis A outbreak and what you can do to disinfect public restrooms or common areas you may have as part of your business operations. We wanted to follow up and share with you the attached posters that you can print and display at your place of business as a reminder that washing hands stops germs, can prevent the spread of hepatitis A, and keeps us healthy. Please feel free to also share this information with your membership or partner contacts.
Participate in the 2024 OB Restaurant Walk - Taste of Ocean Beach
The 2024 OB Annual Restaurant Walk is new and improved, organized by Ocean Beach MainStreet Association and OB Community Foundation. New Date and Time: Tuesday, October 22, 2024 from 5 pm - 9 pm. You and your business are invited to participate in the local foodie event of the year – the 2024 Annual Restaurant Walk. OB Restaurant Walk will feature up to 40 of OB's fantastic restaurants, breweries, and bars. This event raises crucial funds to support the OB Holiday Food and Toy Drive which helps over 150 local families and seniors.
2017 Shop Small OB Campaign
Our 2017 Shop Small campaign is going to be the best yet!! There are plenty of ways for all our members to get involved. SHOP SMALL PASSPORT CARD: We are creating a Shop Small OB Passport card. 20,000 cards will be distributed along with the Beacon throughout Ocean Beach and Point Loma. Participating businesses will receive a special hole punch; customers will come to your storefront to receive a punch starting at our launch event on Small Business Saturday (Nov. 25). On or before December 20, they’ll turn in their cards for a chance to win great prizes! Participation is FREE for OBMA members!!!! You must provide at least one prize worth at least $25 (merchandise or gift card).
Music As You Like It for Special Events
October 3, 2017 Dear OBMA Member, As a longtime member of the Ocean Beach Mainstreet Association, I’m enclosing some current information regarding the services of Music As You Like It, a full-service entertainment production company. We are dedicated to bringing the best entertainment and decor available to your special event. Please keep our card on file for future reference and pass it along to your clients if they need entertainment. Music As You Like It has performed at over 26,000 events throughout San Diego since 1973. We offer a variety of entertainment including bands, disc jockeys, novelty acts, and customized theme parties that include props and decor. All of our entertainers are state-licensed, bonded, and carry a million dollar liability policy.
SDG&E: Say goodbye to gasoline, hello to electric vehicles
Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) are on a trajectory to surpass cars with internal combustion engines in the next two decades, according to Bloomberg News. Automakers around the world are working on plans to phase out petroleum-driven cars and focus on EVs, and with that will come increased demand for charging stations at commercial and residential properties. San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is installing 3,500 EV charging stations at apartments, condos and businesses in the region through its Power Your Drive initiative. Visit sdge.com/PowerYourDrive to join the interest list and learn how we can help you install the infrastructure you need to attract and keep quality tenants at little or no cost to you.
SDG&E: Don’t miss SDGE&E’s fall classes for your business and home
Whether you're a trade professional, business owner or homeowner, you can gain basic and advanced skills in green buidling practices. Classes are designed to teach you how to improve performance and become more energy efficient. Specialized energy efficiency and sustainability courses are a great way for businesses to completitively get ahead and keep current on the latest technologies that can help your business reduce its energy usage. Check out SDG&E's classes at seminars.sdge.com.
SDG&E: Take advantage of SDG&E’s business offers
See the newly-consolidated Business Energy Efficiency Rebates Catalog and to review our policies and procedures, read the Energy Efficiency Business Rebates Handbook. • Free smart thermostats including free installation o Control multiple thermostats anytime, set up and receive alerts, modify occupancy schedules and more. For details see sdge.com/thermostats. • Streamlined Ag Efficiency Program o A refreshed program that can help Agribusiness customers save time and cut energy costs. Read more at sdge.com/agbiz. • Instant lighting rebates
SDG&E: Higher rebates for foodservice measures
Do you have a commercial kitchen or use refrigeration? For a limited time, SDG&E is providing higher rebates for ice machines, refrigeration cases, electric fryers and more – available through November 10, 2017. Learn more at sdge.com/foodservice. See all available business rebates in the 2017 Business Energy Efficiency Rebates Catalog.
Opportunity to Support OB Elementary
Ocean Beach Elementary School's PTA sent us the following information about a great opportunity for local businesses to support their upcoming event: Dear Potential Corporate Donor, The Ocean Beach Elementary PTA is hosting our annual jog-a-thon for the 2017/18 school year on January 19th, 2018. This event serves as the primary fundraiser for our arts program in the children’s education.
Advertising Opportunity: PassPort San Diego
Contact Carolyn Howard for more information on advertising in PassPort San Diego! Carolyn Howard Vice President PassPort to San Diego, Inc. 619-251-4530 (Direct) 619-465-7550 (FAX) www.PassPortToSanDiego.com
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