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: Learn about advances in new HVAC technologies
Already have a good understanding of air conditioning units? Then take this advanced class at the Energy Innovation Center on December 7th that focuses on the energy efficiency of unitary systems. You earn continuing education units too! This class is for building engineers, facility managers and maintenance staff. Check out our free HVAC classes in December at seminars.sdge.com.
SDG&E: Winter energy-saving tips to reduce business energy costs
There are a variety of ways you can reduce costs in your business when it comes to energy. By assessing the needs of your employees and your customers, you’ll be able to make a plan that helps you cut costs where you need it the most.
SDG&E: Choose and use generators safely
A portable electric generator or small permanent standby generator can help keep your essential equipment running during a power outage. Before you run a generator for the first time, however, state law requires you to notify SDG&E. For safety tips and a video on choosing and using a generator, visit sdge.com/chooseagenerator.
SDG&E: New seasonal and peak periods are here
Your energy costs are based on how much electricity you use and when you use it. To better reflect energy use patterns and the impact on the electric grid, the California Public Utilities Commission recently approved these changes, effective December 1, 2017. Seasonal periods Energy use aligns with two seasonal periods and the winter season now includes the month of May. Winter: November 1 to May 31 (previously November 1 to April 30) Summer: June 1 to October 31 (previously May 1 to October 31)
Advertising Opportunity: PassPort San Diego (June 2018)
Contact Carolyn Howard for more information on advertising in PassPort San Diego! The deadline for the next issue is December 15, 2017. Carolyn Howard Vice President PassPort to San Diego, Inc. 619-251-4530 (Direct) 619-465-7550 (FAX) www.PassPortToSanDiego.com
CA Competes Tax Credit (Presentation Dec. 8)
There is a CA Competes Tax Credit Presentation on Friday December 8th, 2017, from 9:00-10:00 at SD City Council Chambers. From Jan 2-22, 2018, interested business owners can submit grant applications for these credits. $100M in credits will be available and 25% must go directly to small businesses. This is a competitive application process. Below is a flyer for the Dec. 8th Presentation and a flyer that outlines the criteria used in evaluating applications.
Apple Pay Activation in OB: December 16-17, 2017
From Apple Pay's representatives: Hello Ocean Beach Merchant, Apple Pay is hosting a neighborhood “Lose Your Wallet” campaign in Ocean Beach to promote participating local businesses in the area on Dec. 16 & 17th from around 10-6pm and we'd like you to participate! Apple will promote the event via social, digital media, and radio to drive more traffic to the neighborhood and encourage people to shop locally. Apple Pay representatives will also be able to help you assess your capability to accept Apple Pay and get setup for the event. Additionally, there will be an event footprint at the Cafe Bella parking lot with activities such as custom tote bag silkscreening, caricature artists, leather stamping, each for $1 with Apple Pay.
Small Business Consulting at No Cost from SDSU
The Small Business Consulting Program at San Diego State University pairs astute students with small businesses in the San Diego area. As a client, you meet your student team, led by a graduate assistant, and design the project plans to meet the scope of the project. This 16 week experience will give you the opportunity, to discover and apply, important primary and secondary market research, utilizing the 100+ hours of student enterprise, concluding in recommendations and an action plan. Not to mention the lasting positive impact made in students’ lives and your company. If the program interests you, please visit our website for more information. The deadline to apply is Monday, January 8th, 2018.
SDG&E: Last call for energy-efficiency classes at the Energy Innovation Center
Discover how to distill your message down to a 15-second elevator pitch that is both repeatable and memorable. Learning to Sell Energy- Efficiency Effectively (see link to class below) is a must class for any professional in the energy industry interested in getting insights, focus and skills to maximize their closing ratio. Will be held on Friday, November 3rd from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Or check out SDG&E’s Fundamentals for Effective Business Energy Management (see link to class below) class on Tuesday, November 7, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
SDG&E has increased foodservice rebates
Did you know that up to 80 percent of the energy used by business cafeterias and kitchens is wasted by inefficient equipment? SDG&E offers rebates on new foodservice equipment such as ice machines, convection ovens and ventilation controls. And for a limited time – these rebate amounts have increased! For a complete list of eligible foodservice rebates, visit SDG&E’s Foodservice page.
SDG&E: Business tips and tools help speed disaster recovery
A disaster such as a fire or earthquake can disrupt your business without warning, sometimes at great cost. Being prepared can help you restore operations faster and limit your losses. You’ll find the basics outlined in our four-minute video, “Emergency Preparedness for Businesses,” at sdge.com/business/emergency. Steps you should take include: developing a written plan; training staff; practicing emergency procedures; stocking emergency supplies; maintaining defensible space; backing up and storing information securely off site; and periodically testing equipment, such as electric generators and smoke detectors.
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 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!
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