Community Events

The recording of our Jan. 22 "Coffee" with Love Lafayette Mayor Candell can be found here: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/icwWfFJoNGP5U6Y0mZmPAbrRsuXIfOFcuEXPxo-nqZNyiYugTu0M-8MK7vdWK__D.84WHTQFhAafE3ufN

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We welcome Susan Candell as Lafayette’s new Mayor. Susan was sworn in at the December City Council Meeting. Susan grew up in Orinda and after her college years at Berkeley and MIT, she came back to Lamorinda and settled here in Lafayette over 20 years ago. She has volunteered for many non-profits including Children’s Hospital, LPIE, the Lafayette Community Foundation and, for the last three years, the Lafayette City Council. Mayor Candell's priorities for Lafayette in 2021 include the new General Plan for the City, state housing mandates and public safety. Join us for "coffee" and get a chance to meet and speak with Susan this Friday at 8am. 

Register in advance for this webinar at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x4CHoVdjRE2C8XkfXQoEug After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Send questions in advance to holly@lafayettechamber.org.

Excited for the hopefulness of 2021, join the Lafayette Chamber for our first mixer of 2021.

Hear from Board President John McCormick on the Chamber's mission for 2021. Be updated on the City's Business Assistance Program from Executive Director Jay Lifson. Meet and network with our new members and learn about important upcoming events that could help you thrive in 2021 and beyond! Networking and of course a fun surprise or two! 

Plus, to start your year off with rejuvenating healthy hair, skin and nails, Microhair Aesthetics will be giving away a free Fountain of Youth Collagen Powder and Cleansing Oil package!

Register here for Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtdOqrqDguG9KyfYRuI5l8Dliw6sklssa0

There is no better time than now to meet a new friend, explore cross-promotions, create a larger network, refer your neighbors and help us join together for the betterment the Lafayette community. Whether you’ve been a Chamber Member for 65 years or just days, we all have the same goal keep - Lafayette, CA Strong.

Uncertain about how to manage your digital marketing in 2021?

Learn the “5 Virtual Pillars” of digital marketing that will keep your business top of mind for your most valued customers in 2021 and beyond.

- Small business advertising solutions that don’t include Google Ads.

- Get tips on simple adjusts to your website that will improve your SEO.

- Automating social and best channels for your industry.

- Why reviews matter more than you know and how to ask for more.

- How to update and keep track of your company citations across the web.

Presented by Dave Coleman, The Piinch Company

Join the Zoom on Tuesday, Feb. 2 at noon: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83632300119?pwd=TjNQazAzaWpwNHZRYmtOVTYzRU1Edz09

Please join the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce and the City of Lafayette for Mayor Susan Candell’s State of the City address on Thursday, February 11, at 6:00 p.m.

This hour-long virtual event will include Mayor Candell's speech, presentations by City of Lafayette Departments, a Q&A, and musical entertainment by Scott Lindorfer and Rachel Dunzweiler. 

The evening will include a welcome by John McCormick, Chamber Board President and owner of Lamorinda Music followed by Mayor Candell's address. Jeff Heyman, Communications Analyst for the City of Lafayette will introduce the City Departments: Niroop Srivatsa, City Manager; Tracy Robinson, Administrative Services Director; Jonathan Katayanagi, Parks, Trails and Recreation Director; Mike Moran, Engineering and Public Works Director; Greg Wolff, Planning and Building Director; and Ben Alldritt, Police Chief. 

The public is encouraged to ask questions during the Q&A session. Please direct questions in advance to jheyman@ci.lafayette.ca.us.

Don't miss this special evening. Please click this link on February 11, at 6:00 p.m., To join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83678882542?pwd=aW93SnhiVFd5aGJmbVFjanhDSmRFQT09(Passcode: 814816) or tune in to the live broadcast on the City's YouTube channel here: http://bit.ly/LoveLafayetteYouTube.

The Importance of knowing What Your Business is Worth!

This webinar is designed to help you create your roadmap from today to when you sell your business (at the highest value possible)! Before selling your business, it's important to create a valuation road map to make the most profit from your hard work. 

Without a map of where you are going, you put yourself in the passenger seat instead of driving your company growth.

Attendees will learn:

- Why business valuation is important in succession planning.

- How retirement planning coincides with your business.

- How your business value is determined.

- You want to sell your business—Now what?

This webinar will also be presented live on Tuesday, February 23, noon -1pm.  

Online Happy Hour with the members of the Lafayette, CA Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Group.

Come join us for our first Margarita Monday on February 22nd! We will be having an evening of comradery, fun and great connections!

Please join us if you are a young career or business minded individual looking for more connections with people just like you! You will receive access to the event page and margarita recipes after you register!

Don’t Miss the General Plan Update’s Housing Element 101

Join the City of Lafayette for Housing Element 101 webinars to get informed about the General Plan update and the specific chapter on housing. Housing is relevant to you for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you are thinking about how you might age in place, maybe your family is growing and you need a larger space, and maybe you know a friend, sibling, or child that would love to live in Lafayette but cannot find a place that fits their budget. Come learn with your neighbors about what the Housing Element is and how it might affect you. To find out more information and register for a session, visit www.PlanLafayette.org. 

Also, join members of the Lafayette community on EngagementHQ to share ideas of what you want to see, things you’d like to improve, and what you love about Lafayette.

EngagementHQ will be updated with new activities, like mapping exercises, quizzes, surveys, and community forums. GPAC members will use feedback from this platform to inform the goals, policies, and programs for the General Plan. Register today to make your voice heard. You can also watch last week's https://youtu.be/gDEWEs830Jg on the City's YouTube channel. 

Housing Element 101 Meeting Information
All sessions will be held over Zoom Webinar. Visit PlanLafayette.org to register and receive log in information. Registration is Required. Write in questions ahead of time to generalplan@lovelafayette.org.

Downtown - Thursday, February 25th at 6PM
Special Session for Community Organizations - Wednesday, March 3rd at 6PM
Special Session for Youth - Thursday, March 4th at 6PM
Acalanes Valley & Happy Valley - Thursday, March 11th at 6PM
Reliez Valley - Thursday, March 18th at 6PM

The General Plan website is regularly updated with meeting information and project updates. Visit PlanLafayette.org to find activities, information on housing, materials from past meetings, and details on future meetings. 

We welcome Susan Candell as Lafayette’s new Mayor. Susan was sworn in at the December City Council Meeting. Susan grew up in Orinda and after her college years at Berkeley and MIT, she came back to Lamorinda and settled here in Lafayette over 20 years ago. She has volunteered for many non-profits including Children’s Hospital, LPIE, the Lafayette Community Foundation and, for the last three years, the Lafayette City Council.

Mayor Candell's priorities for Lafayette in 2021 include the new General Plan for the City, state housing mandates and public safety. 

 You can watch the recording here:         https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/wO-FVpT9EIc2yCGcpjyaA0-Ts2jMqVvwrg2IXmEJPh0DG4uYiZB4SSujiZCz5_Xx.XK3Z4Ep1Yf0JfCr_  

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