President's Message
January 12, 2010
By Joel Bock, CPA
 Happy New Year and welcome to 2010! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season. I’m sure many of you are taking advantage of the few remaining weeks leading up to busy season to get organized and prepare. Although there are no chapter activities from February through April, you will be receiving an e-mail in the upcoming months regarding the chapter officers and board members for the 2010-11 year. Please take time to cast your vote.
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Chapter News
On behalf of the Bakersfield Chapter’s officers, directors and members, we extend our warmest of welcomes to our new members …
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CalCPA News
Election year 2010 will see the introduction of legislation that will impact you, your clients or your employer. Legislators are not always familiar with the CPA profession’s unique environment—CPA Day at the Capitol on Jan. 20 is your chance to familiarize your representatives.
Register or learn more about CPA Day at the Capitol online.
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This compliance assistance program will increase awareness and understanding about basic fiduciary responsibilities when operating a retirement plan. Among the topics covered: understanding your plan and your responsibilities; avoiding prohibited transactions; common mistakes & IRS correction programs; DOL Voluntary Correction Program.
Date: Jan. 28
Time: 9:15 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Location: Pasadena Public Library Auditorium; 285 E. Walnut St.; Pasadena
RSVP: By Jan. 18: Pat Humphlett (202) 693-8660 or humphlett.patricia@dol.gov
Info: Online
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Serving on a state committee gives you the opportunity to work with other professionals on projects that increase members’ technical knowledge; enhance the profession’s image; influence regulations and legislation; draw the best and brightest into accounting; and study the CPA’s role in local, national and global economies. Join a state committee and experience the many benefits, while building leadership skills and making valuable personal and business contacts.
Complete an application today. Committee assignments will be finalized in May.
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Submit a short video in one of six categories regarding CalCPA, client services, member benefits and financial literacy, and become eligible for awards of eight hours of free CPE. Student entries are eligible for a $250 scholarship. Complete rules and entry form are online.
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Pre-order your 2010 U.S. Master Tax Guide and Guidebook to California Taxes today and save as much as 40 percent. To order, call (800) 922-5272 or go online.
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