What Are We Up To?
Quincy Chamber of Commerce 
- We hosted a very successful Safe Trick-or-Treat last Friday, co-sponsored by American Valley Hardware. More details on that further down in this newsletter.
- We attended yesterday's All-Chamber Meeting with several folks from the Lost Sierra Chamber of Commerce, Richard Aiple from Nakoma and Lisa Kelly from the Feather River Tourism Association. We're planning on another meeting next week. We've really enjoyed collaborating with our sister Chambers across Plumas County!
- We had our monthly Board Meeting this morning. Our next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 18th at 7:00 a.m. If you would like to join us, please email us at info@quincychamber.com and we'll send you the Zoom link.
- We're working on our next big event, SPARKLE! Yes, it is ON and it is scheduled for Friday, December 3rd from 5:00-9:00 p.m.
- We're also going to do another Sparkle Video! Last year's playlist was such a huge success we wanted to do it again. The tentative plan at this time is to have all video submissions in the first week of December and release the video on YouTube the second week of December. We would LOVE to have your business or organization participate!
Safe Trick-or-Treat Photos & Thanks
Quincy Chamber of Commerce Safe Trick-or-Treat this year was AWESOME!!! Thank you to all the participating merchants - you really make this event spectacular for all our Plumas County kids!
Special shout-out to our adult Crossing Guards: Elaine Enderly, Doreene Wood, Rebekah Grammer, Louise Delaney, Jim & Gloria Boland, John Kolb and Barbara Sidener! Without all our volunteers we would not be able to have this event, so please show these folks some love next time you see them!
Huge thanks to the Quincy Jr./Sr. High School S Club - you guys SHOWED UP IN SPADES!!!! Noah W., Luke L., Lexi B., Olivia C., Shelby N., Addison G., Kimberely S., Ava M., Toby D., Mikey O., Bodhi O., Adam A., Quinn M., Elisha V., Kaleb D., Addie D., Kimberly S., Josiah H., Dylan M. and Kaitlynn M. - job well done!!!
More photos from this year's Safe Trick-or-Treat are up on our website at http://www.quincychamber.com/safe-trick-or-treat.html. Want to share your Safe Trick-or-Treat photos for the world to see? Email them to us at info@quincychamber.com.
Thanks for another fantastic event, Quincy!
Revamped OB Services Opened
Plumas District Hospital
As promised, Plumas District Hospital will resume all OB services, including deliveries on Nov. 1. Our commitment, as always, is on providing the safest and highest quality services possible. To that end, and after listening to the needs of our maternity patients, we have reimagined our OB program to include hospital midwifery services.
We’ve hired an exceptionally qualified Director of Midwife Services, Lori Link, to oversee the creation of this program. She has experience in creating and sustaining hospital midwifery programs. She will bring energy and vision to this new program, and we are excited to have her with us. In addition, we are actively recruiting a second midwife to work with her. We’ll have more on this new program and the Director of Midwifery Services very soon.
In an innovative move, our new Certified Nurse Midwives will also have Labor and Delivery nursing experience so they’ll also be able to serve in the nursing role with our current OB physicians. This will help ensure that there is always adequate nursing coverage during deliveries.
“We are very pleased to have our labor and delivery program open again,” said CEO JoDee Read, adding, “it’s a vital part of our mission to fully serve our community.”
It's Veterans Small Business Week
Sierra SBDC 
• Join us in honoring and celebrating NorCal’s Veteran Entrepreneurs during National Veterans Small Business Week, November 1 - 5, 2021.
Learn more about #NVSBW events
• As a way of saying thanks for the service and sacrifice of our veterans, please consider supporting a local #vetbiz business this week and throughout the holiday season.
Find a veteran-owned business near you
• If you are currently a veteran or a transitioning service member, our partner organization NorCal VBOC is standing by ready to help veterans and transitioning service members with FREE services designed to help start and grow your business.
Learn more about VBOC
50% Off Sale Going On Now!
Artists Opening Reception featuring Hannah Rose Rath
Time to Fall Back!
Quincy Chamber of Commerce  on Sunday, November 7th!
Story Idea Opportunities
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Assoc. 
Hi Everyone,
Below are the story topics for this month from Visit California. Deadline to email your story ideas to me is this Sunday November 7th. A reminder that 150-words is the maximum for a story idea. Just a couple sentences is acceptable if you are short on time to write more.
The information bulleted below must be included for Visit California to consider your submission.
• Include a 1-2 high res photos with your story if possible and the name of the photographer for photo credits
• Story content should not be a Press Release and needs to be 150 words or less
• Include a public contact including name, email, and phone number
Topics for this month:
California's Sustainable Wineries
Sustainability is an important facet of California’s agriculture, including its world-renowned wine regions. Please highlight the best sustainable (ie: biodynamic and organic) wineries in your destination, including information about local winemakers and any innovative measures they are implementing.
New Year's Eve
Submit information about the best ways for visitors to celebrate New Year’s Eve in your destination, such as chef dinners, hotel packages or community events. Please include any information about any Lunar New Year celebrations as well.
Wellness and Detox Travel
What are the new wellness and detox trends in your destination? With a new year just around the corner, we are looking for information about wellness-centered vacation offerings.
Looking forward to your story idea submissions.
Time to Pre-Order
Feather River Food Co-op It's time to pre-order pies, cheesecake, rolls and more! Stop by either location or call (530) 283-3528 to reserve. Click the link below to see the full list of items offered.
https://buff.ly/3jNLYkJ
Travel in Style
Plumas Motor Supply Keep your coffee warm on your holiday road trips. Now through December 29, 2021 receive a free RTIC® mug, after mail-in rebate, when you purchase a Mobil 1™ oil change bundle for $37.99.
https://bit.ly/3nHitSJ
Exciting News!
Feather River College 
Elected officials and community leaders,
I found out today that FRC was nominated as a finalist for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The committee nominates 150 colleges nationally every two years, with FRC being a finalist for the 2023 award.
I looked at the metrics for nomination: success, retention rates, graduation rates, performance increase over past 5 years, students of color graduation and award rates, and low-income student graduation rates. These prove that our staff's dedication is making a difference in our student's lives.
This nomination is because of hard work and commitment, and the success of FRC reflects directly upon everyone at FRC and our supporters in the community. Thank you.
Kevin Trutna, Ed.D.
Superintendent/President
Feather River College
570 Golden Eagle Avenue
Quincy, CA 95971-9124
Phone: (530) 283-0202 ext 233 | Fax: (530) 283-3757 | Email: ktrutna@frc.edu
Congratulations to the 150 institutions eligible to apply for the 2023 Aspen Prize!
The $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, awarded every two years, is the nation's signature recognition for America's community colleges-as President Obama called it, "basically the Oscars for great community colleges." The Aspen Prize honors colleges with outstanding achievement in five critical areas: teaching and learning, certificate and degree completion, transfer and bachelor's attainment, workforce success, and equity for students of color and students from low-income backgrounds.
By focusing on student success and lifting up models that work, the Aspen Prize aims to celebrate excellence, advance a focus on equitable student success, and stimulate replication of effective culture and practice.
Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence - The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program< https://highered.aspeninstitute.org/aspen-prize/>
Changes to District Tax Codes
California Dept. of Tax & Fee Administration 
CHANGES TO FORMATTING OF DISTRICT TAX CODES (SCHEDULE A)
The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration will be modifying the codes used to identify Special Taxing Jurisdictions codes from a three‑digit numeric format to a three‑character alpha numeric format. Because this formatting change may require modifications to your existing accounting systems, we are providing you with this information in advance. Notification of the format change will be provided on our Local and District Tax page prior to changes occurring. Please visit the page regularly for notification.
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To set up a username and password, visit our Online Services page and Sign Up Now.
Legislation Updates
Senator Brian Dahle 
In 2021, I was fortunate enough to move several pieces of legislation forward. Three special measures were recently signed into law and will become effective January 1, 2022.
Senate Bill 208 - Sierra Nevada Conservancy
Senate Bill 436 - In-State Tuition for Tahoe Community College
Senate Bill 709 - Timber Harvest Plans
My staff have collected numerous District-related issues for possible introduction in January. We welcome your ideas and feedback to make California better.
This year, 836 bills reached the Governor's Desk out of 2,421 bills introduced. 770 were signed into law and 66 vetoed. One measure that will have far-reaching negative consequences, especially for rural residents, is AB 1346. This new law will ban the sale of gas-powered equipment, including lawnmowers and generators. I strongly spoke and voted against this bill, and provided an overview of my continued opposition here. I raised concerns and voiced support on a variety of proposals in committee and on the Senate Floor, and you can find some of those comments here.
Quincy Job Board
Quincy Chamber of Commerce 
- Plumas Rural Services is looking to hire a Domestic Violence Advocate, a Domestic Violence Case Manager and Care Providers. An application and full job description can be obtained by calling (530) 283-2735, by coming by our office at 711 E. Main St. in Quincy or accessing our website at www.plumasruralservices.org.
- Plumas County has several job openings. For a complete listing, view their website here.
- Looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare industry? Plumas District Hospital has multiple positions open now! Click here for more information.
- Feather River Foods Co-op is looking for a Prepared Foods Associate and a Store Support Associate. For more information, give them a call at (530) 283-3528.
- Lost Sierra Dental is hiring for a Dental Assistant. For more information, give them a call at (530) 283-1119.
- Do you like working with the public? How about a job with Plumas Bank? They're looking to hire a Client Resource Center Rep in Quincy. Visit their website here to apply.
- Quincy Volunteer Fire Department is seeking a Mechanic/Facilities Engineer. For more information, visit their website here.
- HVAC Service Tech needed at Heat Transfer Systems! To apply, submit your resume to heattransfersystems1@gmail.com or stop by their office at 64 Bresciani Lane.
- Madden Plumbing & Heating is looking to hire a Plumber's Helper. For more information, give them a call at (530) 283-1605.
This Week's Events
Future Forward Business Ignitor Course
11/04/2021
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM P
Online
Marketing Your Business
11/04/2021
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM P
Online
FRC Women's Volleyball vs. Siskiyous
11/05/2021 P
Feather River College
570 Golden Eagle Avenue
Quincy, CA 95971
Movie: "Dear Evan Hansen"
11/05/2021
07:00 PM - 09:15 PM P
Town Hall Theatre
469 Main Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Live Music featuring Corinne West, accompanied by Ken Cawley
11/05/2021
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM P
Drunk Brush
436-438 Main Street Grover Alley in the courtyard
Quincy, CA 95971
Artists Opening Reception featuring Hannah Rose Rath
11/05/2021
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM P
Plumas Arts Gallery
525 Main Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Open House
11/05/2021
11:00 AM - 06:00 PM P
Main Street Artists Gallery
436 Main Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Bingo!
11/06/2021
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM P
Quincy Elks Lodge
2004 E. Main Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Curmudgeons for Christ
11/06/2021
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM P
Community United Methodist Church
282 Church Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Movie: "Dear Evan Hansen"
11/06/2021
07:00 PM - 09:15 PM P
Town Hall Theatre
469 Main Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Health Weekend
11/06/2021
02:00 PM - 08:00 PM P
Quincy Seventh-Day Adventist Church
2333 Pine Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Open House
11/06/2021
11:00 AM - 04:00 PM P
Main Street Artists Gallery
436 Main Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Movie: "Dear Evan Hansen"
11/07/2021
04:00 PM - 06:15 PM P
Town Hall Theatre
469 Main Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Health Weekend
11/07/2021
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM P
Quincy Seventh-Day Adventist Church
2333 Pine Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Movie: "Dear Evan Hansen"
11/08/2021
07:00 PM - 09:15 PM P
Town Hall Theatre
469 Main Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Quincy Firewise Meeting
11/09/2021
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM P
Rotary Pavilion
Pioneer Park
Quincy, CA 95971
Taco Tuesdays
11/09/2021
05:00 PM - 09:00 PM P
Lucio's Restaurant
875 E. Main Street
Quincy, CA 95971
Future Forward Business Ignitor Course
11/09/2021
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM P
Online
Provider Cafe
11/09/2021
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM P
Online
CEA University Orientation
11/09/2021
01:30 PM - 02:00 PM P
Online
Digital Marketing Hour: Facebook Ads to Build Brand Awareness
11/10/2021
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM P
Online
Mindful Nurturing Parenting
11/10/2021
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM P
Online
Free Webinar: How to Start a Childcare Business (6-part series)
11/10/2021
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM P
Online
Price Right Lab Screening
11/11/2021
07:30 AM - 04:00 PM P
Plumas District Hospital
1065 Bucks Lake Road
Quincy, CA 95971
Future Forward Business Ignitor Course
11/11/2021
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM P
Online
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s - VIRTUAL
11/11/2021
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM P
Virtual, join online or by phone
Quincy, CA
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