[Inside]Tracks - Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce

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January / February 2013
Supporting the business community of the greater Truckee area
2013 Economic Forecast Slated for
January 8th Good Morning Truckee
Fiscal cliff? Economic growth? Recession? Global influences on the economy? Plan to
start 2013 off with a solid economic forecast from the well-respected and always interesting Thomas R. Harris, Professor, Department of Economics at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Good Morning Truckee is open to the public – everyone is invited. It is held the
second Tuesday of every month at Truckee Tahoe Airport from 7:00-8:30am. Price at
the door for general public is $10; Truckee Donner Chamber members $8 and includes
a continental breakfast.
Good Morning Truckee is presented by the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce
in partnership with sponsors Tri Counties Bank, The Office BOSS, the Sierra Sun,
101.5FM Truckee Tahoe Radio, Truckee Tahoe Airport District, the Town of Truckee,
and Red Truck. Additional sponsorship opportunities are available.
Good Morning Truckee is a community forum presented by the Truckee Donner
Chamber of Commerce to provide timely and relevant information on a variety of topics and create a networking opportunity.
For more information, contact the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce at 530587-8808 or e-mail [email protected].
Sally Jones (top) joins Tahoe Donner as
new Cross Country Manager. Fawn
Usher-Mansoor joins CATT as new
Membership & Event Coordinator.
Read more on page 11.
[Inside]Tracks
Deadline Extended to January 7 for 2013
North Lake Tahoe-Truckee Leadership
Program
Are Your 2013 Business Goals in Place?
Small Business Development
Center Offers Programs to Assist
Business Owners
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers no cost individual consulting
services to both existing and pre-venture businesses. Appointments are held at the
Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce.
Statistics show that 90% of businesses with a current business plan realize its
goals. Statistics also show that 85% of the businesses that fail do not have a business
Order 2013 Labor Law Products Today!
plan.
When Generations Collide Workshop
January 17
get your new business off to a great start with a comprehensive business plan. Dave
2013 Employment Law Update February 8
Truckee in the News – Highlight of 2013
Media Coverage
Now is a great time to schedule an appointment to review your plans for 2013 or
McDougall is still the SBDC Truckee expert and has been serving Truckee for the past
eight years. Take advantage of this great NO COST service.
Appointments can be scheduled by calling the SBDC Sacramento office at 877853-9093.
Our mission is to promote and
develop local business and tourism,
while improving the community's
quality of life.
2012-13 Board of Directors
Robb Etnyre, Chair
Tahoe Donner Association
Christy Curtis, Chair Elect
Coldwell Banker
Tonya Beyer, Past Chair
W&T Graphix
Jon Borden
Truckee Donner Lodge
Jude M. Koenig
Attorney at Law
Paul Kucharski
Tri Counties Bank
Larry Larson
Tahoe Forest Physical Therapy
Kelly Rodriquez
Northstar California™
Kevin Smith
Truckee Tahoe Airport District
Alyssa Thomas
Truckee Downtown Merchants Association
These businesses have recently made a commitment to our community and an
investment in their future by joining the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce.
We encourage all our readers to do business with these new member businesses.
Ed Chaon Bookkeeping & Tax
Preparation
Preparing taxes makes most people uneasy, then there are others whose talents
are in the preparation of taxes. Ed Chaon is
in the latter category. He is good at what
he does—taxes. Ed, a 23-year native of
Truckee, offers accurate and timely bookkeeping services as well including accounts receivable (A/R), accounts payable
(A/P) and financial statements. His services also include accurate and affordable
tax preparation. He offers a mobile tax
preparation and bookkeeping service.
Ed attained his bachelor’s degree in
accounting, and the goal of owning his
own accounting and tax preparation business. He is registered with the California
Tax Education Council and is a member of
the American Institute of Professional
Bookkeepers. Ed can be reached at 530214-0687.
Chamber Staff
Lynn Saunders
President/CEO
Mountain Mental Health
Ruth Geresy
Executive Assistant
Manager, California Welcome Center
Christopher Old, LPCC, MFT, NCC’s private
practice, Mountain Mental Health, located
at 10363 High Street, helps clients create
positive change and meet their personal
goals through individual, family and couples’ therapy. As a Licensed Professional
Clinical Counselor and a Marriage and
Family Therapist Christopher’s dual licenses equip him with the additional training and expertise needed to help a wide
variety of people with different goals.
Christopher also uses Adventure Therapy, learning through doing, a natural result after many years as a wilderness guide
and instructor. He also institutes Positive
Psychology to increase clients’ well-being
rather than focusing solely on what is
wrong with people. A Truckee therapist
since 2005 he also teaches Psychology
and Personal Development classes at Sierra College. Christopher welcomes your
call at 530-582-4171.
Precision Flooring
John and Sarah Wolfe, the new owners of
Precision Flooring, continue to provide the
excellent service and quality workmanship
that Truckee and the Tahoe area have
come to expect from this business over
the years.
See New Members, page 10
California Welcome Center
Concierge Staff
Marilyn Colquhoun
Carla Embertson
Cassandra Gonzalez
Helyn North
Nancy Palmer
January
Karen Snyder
Good Morning Truckee – Tuesday, January 8, 7:00-8:30am, Truckee Tahoe Airport
Truckee Tracks
Tourism Committee – Wednesday, January 9, 9:00am, Cedar House Sport Hotel
is the bi-monthly publication of the Truckee
Donner Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber
reserves the right to edit submissions as
necessary for space requirements. Send
comments or submissions to
[email protected].
Board Meeting – Tuesday, January 15, 3:30 p.m., Truckee Tahoe Airport
Truckee Donner Chamber of
Commerce
10065 Donner Pass Road ● Truckee, CA 96161
530-587-8808 ● 530-587-2439 (fax)
[email protected]
truckeechamber.com ● truckee.com
February
Ambassador Committee – Tuesday, February 5, 11:30am, Moody’s Bistro, Bar + Beats
Mixer – Monday, February 11, 5:00-7:00pm, Truckee Tahoe Pet Lodge
Good Morning Truckee – Tuesday, February 12, 7:00-8:30am, Truckee Tahoe Airport
BoardMeetings
As a member of the Chamber of Commerce, you are encouraged to attend board meetings.
Get involved in the leadership of your organization, offer your input, and let your directors
know of your concerns, opinions, and ideas. Any business you wish to present to the board
must be placed on the agenda by notifying the President / CEO ten (10) days prior to the
meeting. Board meetings are held as noted in the Chamber Calendar. Agendas are available
one week prior to the meeting and can be sent to you upon request.
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TruckeeChamber.com • Truckee.com
Monday, February 11 [ 5P to 7P ]
Hosted by: Truckee Tahoe Pet Lodge
Where: 10960 West River Street, Ste. 106E
Interested in Hosting a Mixer?
Mixers are an excellent way to keep your business top-of-mind, introduce a new business
to influential business leaders, showcase a change or renovation, and more. If you are
interested in hosting a mixer, contact Ruth Geresy at 530-587-8808 or e-mail
[email protected].
Congratulations to the following members for renewing their commitment to the local economy and business community
with their investment in the Chamber.
40+Years
Porter Simon, A Professional
Corporation
35+Years
TIP Inc. Printing and Graphics
25+Years
Squaw Valley
Sugar Bowl Resort
20+Years
AC Electric
Cottonwood
Dickson Realty - Donna Gogain
First Realty of Tahoe Truckee
15+Years
Alpine Meadows Ski Resort
Blue Ribbon Personnel Services
Community Ink, Inc.
Glasforms Glassblowing
High Sierra Media Group
Ryan Group Architects
The Treehouse Children's Clothing
and Gifts
10+Years
Alpine Quality Drywall, Inc.
Bar of America
Big Blue Adventure LLC
Brimer Construction and Plumbing
Brown Bear, Inc.
Business Connections
CBJ Accounting Solutions
Center for Economic
Development (CED)
Contractors Association of
Truckee Tahoe
East West Partners
Granite Chief Inc.
Just Imagine Marketing and
Design
Keller Williams - Tahoe Truckee
Homes
Kiski Design & Construction Inc.
Law Offices of John S. Mohun
Nik N Willies Take-n-Bake Pizza
Pianeta Ristorante
Alpen Engineering Inc
Black Tie Ski Rentals
CAL Lodge
Canine Country Truckee, Inc.
Disabled Sports USA Far West
Erskine Creative Photography
FiftyFifty Brewing Co.
Greenhorn Creek Guest Ranch
H & R Block
Henness Flats Apts.
High Sierra Taxi
Hudson Design
JMA Ventures, LLC
KVMR 89.5/105.1 FM
LJM Design Group, Inc.
Mikuni Sushi
Monitor Premiums
Precision Flooring
Switchback Public Relations +
Marketing
Tahoe Forest Health System
Foundation
Tahoe Guide
Tahoe Telephone Directories
Truckee Host Lions Club
Wallace Promotions
Wells Fargo Bank
Zano's Family Italian & Pizzeria
Resort at Squaw Creek
Royal Gorge LLC
Shampoo Hair & Make-Up Salon
Sierra Cosmetic Laser
Sierra State Parks Foundation
Tahoe Mountain Resorts Lodging
The Best Stove and Chimney
Service
The Pour House
Truckee Community Christmas,
Inc.
Truckee Donner Recreation & Park
District
Vacation Home & Estate Care
5+Years
101.5 FM Truckee Tahoe Radio
AAA Northern California, Nevada
and Utah (NCNU)
2+Years
Best Pies Pizzeria & Restaurant
Burger Me!
CoffeeBar
Copy Center
Dorinda's Chocolate Cafe
Drunken Monkey Sushi
Gateway Urgent Care
Home Concepts
Pamela Hurt Associates
Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Scott Shots Photography
Sierra Nevada College
Tahoe Fund
Tourist Club
Truckee Donner Maintenance &
Spa Repair
Truckee Hometown Sears
1Year
Far West Nordic Ski Education
Association
Lucky Dog Consulting
Rocket-Powered.com
Second Home Care
Ski Butlers
Tahoe Expedition Academy
Truckee Realty Broker
Truckee Talkers Toastmasters
Wireless Store, Inc
Tahoe/Truckee, California
2012 All-America City
3rd Grade Reading Success Matters
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Linda Pendleton to Leave
Chamber
The Chamber is Working For You!
After seven years with the Chamber,
We wish Linda well with her new
Linda Pendleton has resigned as
venture, look forward to seeing her at
Membership Manager. Linda and her
future Chamber events and hear how the
husband Rick will be starting their own
new publication is going!
business, publishing a coupon magazine
in the Reno market similar to The Local’s
Coupon Magazine published locally by
Chamber member Rebecca Deatsch.
“I loved my job with the Chamber”
said Pendleton. “I enjoyed talking with all
the members and finding ways the
Chamber could assist them with their
businesses. This new endeavor is a total
change and an opportunity for my
husband and I to work together on an
exciting new project.”
If you are interested in a position with the
Chamber working on Member Programs
such as recruitment of new members,
retention of existing members,
coordination of member-related programs
such as Truckee Weekly e-newsletter, the
new websites www.Truckee.com and
www.TruckeeChamber.com, Business
Directory & Relocation Guide, Annual
Business Expo, and Annual Awards Dinner,
please contact Ruth at the Chamber at 530587-8808 or e-mail [email protected].
Save the date!
Promote Your Company at the
20th Annual Business Expo
Join us in a unique opportunity to
This is your chance to:
showcase your business, meet potential
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customers and network with other
promote your business on a
personal level at an affordable cost
Chamber members in Truckee’s popular
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business-to-business expo. The 20th
Annual Business Expo is produced by the
introduce new products or services
meet new people who may
become customers/clients –
Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce.
or know someone who may
The Business Expo will be held on
become a customer/client
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April 24 from 5:00-7:30 p.m. at The
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Resort at Squaw Creek. This great event
educate people about your
business in just hours
will include door prizes, food, and drink —
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just like a Chamber Mixer but more!
The savviest marketers know the
network with other Truckee
business people
importance of marketing. The Business
Watch for more details! You don’t
Expo helps you make the most of your
want to miss this extremely popular
marketing budget and take advantage of
event. For more information, contact
the opportunity to showcase your
Ruth at 530-587-8808 or e-mail
business to the community in a relaxed
[email protected].
atmosphere at the Business Expo.
PhoneCalls
December 2011 ......................................................... 898
January 2012 .......................................................... 1,029
February 2012 ........................................................ 1,023
March 2012................................................................. 998
April 2012.................................................................... 1,211
May 2012.................................................................. 1,080
June 2012...................................................................1,196
July 2012 .................................................................. 1,058
August 2012............................................................... 972
September 2012 ....................................................... 956
October 2012............................................................. 1,112
November 2012 ..................................................... 1,026
WrittenRequests
December 2011.......................................................... 295
January 2012 .............................................................620
February 2012 ........................................................... 724
March 2012.................................................................966
April 2012...................................................................1,174
May 2012..................................................................... 623
June 2012................................................................. 1,020
July 2012 ................................................................... 1,273
August 2012..............................................................1,412
September 2012 .................................................... 1,085
October 2012............................................................. 623
November 2012 .......................................................1,129
Truckee.comVisits
December 2011........................................................6,153
January 2012 ..........................................................5,529
February 2012 .........................................................5,125
March 2012.................................................................5,111
April 2012................................................................. 5,081
May 2012.................................................................. 6,149
June 2012.................................................................8,752
July 2012 .................................................................11,003
August 2012........................................................... 8,700
September 2012 .................................................... 6,150
October 2012..........................................................3,568
November 2012 ......................................................4,158
ChamberVisitors
December 2011...................................................... 4,969
January 2012 ......................................................... 5,606
February 2012 ........................................................5,262
March 2012.............................................................. 5,180
April 2012................................................................ 5,690
May 2012................................................................. 5,502
June 2012.................................................................7,593
July 2012 .................................................................8,090
August 2012........................................................... 6,607
September 2012 .................................................... 6,017
October 2012..........................................................5,253
November 2012 ..................................................... 4,041
[ Flyers Energy
LLC ]
Barney Ferreira,
Owner
Barney, this business that has been a long-standing institution, how
long have you been in business, and how long have you been
conducting business in Truckee?
We have been in business since 1918, originally as Standard Oil,
then Bi-State Petroleum, Berry-Hinckley Industries, Western
Energetix, and finally Flyers Energy.
What is the nature of your business, what goods or services do you
provide?
We provide bulk fueling and lubricant solutions to a large area
that includes Truckee, Lake Tahoe and Sierra Valley.
Who are your clientele?
We service cities and towns, public utility districts, fire
departments, heat to fuel customers, excavators, contractors,
marinas for their boats, and ranchers with all of their machinery
needs.
What has been the most rewarding project undertaken by you in
Truckee?
Most recently I have been pleased to have been providing the
fuel for the new hospital cancer center building and the
expansion project.
What has been the greatest challenge overall to your business?
Trying to stay afloat, amidst an array of ever changing,
government rules and regulations – especially in this industry!
What has been the most beneficial overall to your ability to conduct
business in Truckee?
Due to Truckee’s desirability, there always seems to be a few
large projects going on keeping us busy.
Do you have any tips or pointers for other small business owners in
the region interested in continued success like yours?
Be the best at what you do, have a passion for what you do,
[ McCarthy
Sign Co. ]
Rob and Jeanie
McCarthy,
Owners
Rob you and Jeanie have been here for a long time, what is your
history?
Rob: McCarthy has been in the sign and graphic business for 42
years. Established as McCarthy Sign Co. in Truckee in 1978, when
we joined the Chamber. Our present business location is at 13406
Donner Pass Road, Donner Lake area, in the “Blue Building.” I also
was on the Chamber’s board of directors back then.
I began my career as an artist with Disney World in Florida in
1970 painting scenes, airbrushing characters and signs. We have a
complete full service sign business designing custom signs and
even your logo that will “brand” your business, and make you
stand out from the rest, especially your competition.
Jeanie: Rob can craft simple or fancy signs to reflect your
business budget or home with materials such as wood, granite,
metal, plexiglas, and even sandblasted boulders with your logo.
Rob also does digital printing and his portfolio is available at
McCarthysign.com.
What has been your most rewarding project since beginning in
Truckee?
Rob: My most rewarding project has been painting the Charlie
Chaplin mural on the Old Capital building in downtown in Historic
Truckee and the entrance sign to the Delta King in Historic Old
Sacramento.
Jeanie: Our McCarthy business slogan is “If you can’t catch
their eyes, you can’t catch their business.”
Rob: My goal is to treat all prospective customers like a “one
man shop” remembering when I started out, no job is too small!
And I am familiar with all of the Town of Truckee regulations and
permits for the Historic District.
Jeanie: The second trade that not everyone may know about is
that Rob sandblasts furniture, wood, car parts, etc. and on-location
homes interior and exterior and commercial buildings.
and have superior knowledge/performance for what you do.
When you have the opportunity, what are some interests outside of
work that you and your staff enjoy?
We enjoy all of the outdoor things such as camping, boating, jet
skiing, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and reading the Chamber
newsletter!
What do you find is the most valuable benefit of chamber
membership?
I appreciate the support of the business community.
What do you find is the most valuable benefit of chamber membership?
Rob: The most valuable benefit for me is the Chamber Mixers to
meet local business owners and friends. We are members of the
Truckee Lions Club and I was awarded Lion of the Year last year.
When you have the opportunity what are some interests that you
enjoy?
Jeanie: We have been married for 38 years with one daughter and
three grandchildren, and are professional dance instructors
teaching private swing and ballroom dance lessons. In fact Rob
and I met in Kitzbuhel, Austria on the dance floor – it’s a Cinderella
story.
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Deadline Extended
to January 7th for
2013 North Lake
Tahoe-Truckee
Leadership
Program
Changes to Member E-mail
Broadcast Program
By now you are getting used to receiving
If you are interested in scheduling an
Truckee Weekly every Wednesday in
e-broadcast to appear in a future
your in-box. To be more digitally
Truckee Weekly, contact Ruth Geresy at
conscious and respectful of our members,
[email protected] for details and to
you no longer receive daily emails filling
reserve a spot.
your in-box! Instead, once a week, you
It’s not too late to submit your application
for the North Lake Tahoe-Truckee
Leadership Program if you act quickly!
The deadline for applications has been
th
extended to January 7 .
receive Truckee Weekly -- your eresource for news, events, and
promotions in our community -- which
contains all e-mail broadcasts for that
week.
Don’t miss the opportunity to
participate in this outstanding program to
broaden your understanding of the region
A few highlights of Truckee Weekly:
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and its issues, challenges and
opportunities, while developing and
Each broadcast is sent to a list of
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The receiver sees a small version of
honing their leadership skills. Since 2004,
your promotional flyer and a
the program has graduated more than
summary of your message in the e-
200 individuals. Program meets once a
broadcast
month for five months beginning January
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24th.
to the Chamber website
Tuition fee for the Leadership
(www.TruckeeChamber.com) where
Program is $750; $500 for those affiliated
all promotional flyers can be found
with a non-profit organization; and covers
all expenses of the program including
meals and supplies. Partial scholarships
for a full week
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broadcasts
For more information, visit the
www.TahoeTruckeeLeadership.com, or
contact Cheri Sprenger at 530-414-1321 or
Upon request, we can report clickthrough stats for purchased e-
are available.
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PLAN AHEAD! Reservations are
[email protected] or
taken on a first come, first served
Lynn Saunders at the Truckee Donner
basis. Reserve early to ensure your
Chamber of Commerce, 530-587-8808 or
message can be sent when you
[email protected].
need it! Don’t wait until the last
minute or you may be disappointed
The North Lake Tahoe-Truckee
Leadership Program is a collaborative
if we can’t accommodate your
project of the Truckee Donner Chamber
request.
of Commerce, North Lake Tahoe
Chamber/CVB/Resort Association, and
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All reservations and materials must
be received by the previous Friday
North Tahoe Business Association in
at 3:00 pm. This includes your
conjunction with Sierra Nevada College, a
electronic promotional flyer (pdf is
private four year educational institution
the ideal/desired format), headline
with campuses in Incline Village and Las
(8 words or 30 characters),
Vegas, and the Tahoe Truckee
subhead (8-13 words or 30-50
Community Foundation as fiscal sponsor.
characters), body text (35-45
words).
Squaw Valley Institute Expands Board
with Prominent Locals
Squaw Valley Institute (SVI) announces
said Eric Sather, president of Squaw
Larry Lawrence, owner of Lawrence
Valley Institute. “We purposely
Realty in Squaw Valley, is returning to the
downsized the Board a couple years ago,
Board of Directors. In addition, Dr. Robert
and have been working efficiently to
Leri, Superintendent Chief Learning
focus on financial sustainability and vision
Officer of the Truckee Tahoe Unified
for the future.”
School District will join the board.
Lawrence, a founding member of the
B.A.S.I.C.S. (Being. Aware. Safe. In. Crazy.
The new Institute format offers events
approximately once a month, down from
Institute that has been in existence for
over 30 per year in prior years. These
more than a decade, will bring historical
events have drawn larger crowds on
perspective, having served at the
average than lectures and activities in the
Institute’s inception, along with local
past. “Renee Koijane has done an
connections, that will be beneficial as the
excellent job as executive director, and
organization continues to be revitalized.
we are excited to be expanding the Board
Dr. Leri, with an extensive background
through world-class fundamentals
coaching and education. The B.A.S.I.C.S. 2
– Avalanche Awareness video is intended
Upcoming programming includes
to help outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy
the backcountry to be better equipped
and safe while being aware of the
Cheryl Strayed on January 13, author of
forward with a more integrated approach
the bestseller book Wild which chronicles
with local education institutions, and help
discoveries on the Pacific Crest Trail; and
identify captivating, engaging
Polyface farmer Joel Salatin on February
programming that informs and instructs,
13.
“We’re thrilled to have Larry
Fives Foundation, has released the
series to promote safety and awareness
expected to assist the Institute move
but retains Tahoe ties.
Situations) a program service of the High
second installment of a five part video
on a more stable footing,” Sather added.
in education and organization, is
High Fives
Foundation
Releases
Avalanche
Awareness Video
inherent dangers with such activities.
“In 2012, North America saw 34
deaths due to avalanches,” said Roy
Tuscany, High Fives Foundation cofounder. “This video is designed to act as
For more information, visit
a catalyst to get youth and winter sports
www.squawvalleyinstitute.org.
enthusiasts motivated to become
Lawrence and Dr. Leri join our Board,”
educated in backcountry safety,
prevention, and awareness.”
In 2012 Lake Tahoe skier, Ben Brackett
lost his life due to an avalanche.
Donations made in honor of “Benny”
helped fund the Avalanche Awareness
[ Togo’s Grand
Opening ]
Hardeep Gill; Richard
Anderson, Truckee Town
Council; Mayor Joan
Jones; Mike; and Togo’s
Mascot at recent Grand
Opening. Visit Togo’s
Sandwiches at 11991
Highway 267 (in front of
Hampton Inn & Suites
Truckee Tahoe). Open
daily from 10:00am to
9:00pm.
video and a subsequent educational tour.
“The creation of B.A.S.I.C.S. has been
essential in the growth of the High Fives
Foundation,” said JT Holmes, B.A.S.I.C.S.
Program Director. “We are working hard
to educate winter sports enthusiasts by
encouraging them to use good judgment
in order to catch them before they crash
or have an accident. I also feel it is
important to give back to your sport.
Knowing that we could potentially
prevent an avoidable accident through
this education series of videos is very
rewarding.”
Watch and share the B.A.S.I.C.s. 2
Avalanche Awareness video by going to
basics.highfivesfoundation.org.
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Employment Law Update for Business
Leaders and Managers
The business community is invited to
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attend a lively employment law update on
February 8th at the Cedar House Sport
Hotel from 8:30 am to noon. This popular
on your mind. Submit questions for the
attorneys confidentially in advance to
Laura Moriarty, SPHR, SHRA PresidentElect at
[email protected].
Presenters will be Mary Guifoyle and
Walter Stella of the Miller Law Group in
San Francisco. Ms. Guifoyle has been
practicing labor and employment law for
20 years, representing management in
both federal and state court in
employment litigation matters. Mr. Stella
has over 20 years’ experience
representing companies in all aspects of
employment law and related litigation.
Update to include:
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New laws that take effect in 2013
and how they impact employers
California legislative update and
California case law updates
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format includes a great presentation
followed by plenty of time to ask what is
When Generations
Collide Workshop
January 17th
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For the first time in history, four
Significant agency regulations,
generations are working side by side.
opinions and trends to watch in
Strengthen your leadership skills by
2013
gaining a better understanding of the
Best practices and practical advice
different generations, and how they think
to prepare your organization for
and behave the way they do at this
employment law compliance in the
workshop January 17th at the Cedar House
new year and beyond
Sport Hotel from 8:30 am to noon.
Early bird registration (before
Is it possible that each older
February 1st): $55 for Chamber and
generation believes that the up and
SHRA members, $65 for non-members.
coming generation has a slacker work
Registration and coffee service will begin
ethic? Would it surprise you to learn that
at 8:30 am. Seating is limited and
90 percent of 18-24 year olds feel that
advance registration is required. To
listening to an iPod while working
register, visit www.sierrahra.com by
improves their level of job satisfaction
clicking on the online store.
and productivity? Find out how to
Co-sponsored by the Truckee Donner
and North Lake Tahoe Chambers of
communicate, motivate, retain, coach and
counsel the different generations.
Commerce, in partnership with the Sierra
Human Resources Association.
Facilitating the workshop will be
Laura Moriarty, SPHR, a seasoned HR
For more information, contact the
executive, nationally known corporate
Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce
trainer and frequent presenter.
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at 530-587-8808.
Take a tour of what defines a
generation
2013 Labor Law Products
Now For Sale
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Explore generational values and
work ethics
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Designs for recognition and
rewards
The Truckee Donner Chamber of
Commerce is once again offering
California labor law products for sale at a
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for California Employers
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For more information, contact Ruth
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[email protected].
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American Cancer
Society Announces
Chair for Relay For
Life of TruckeeTahoe
The 7th annual American Cancer Society’s
Relay For Life (RFL) of Truckee-Tahoe
will be held July 13-14, 2013 at the Truckee
High School fields. Chris Otto of
Soroptimist International of Truckee
Donner will return as 2013 chairman.
The 2012 Truckee-Tahoe Relay was a
huge success with 36 teams honoring 85
survivors, 950 luminary bags lit around
Mark Brown, D.C. Appointment with
the League of California Cities
D. Mark Brown, D.C. Truckee Town
The Committee on Administrative
Councilman was recently appointed as
Services reviews election law and
the Chairman of the Administrative
administration, insurance and tort reform,
Services Policy Committee of the League
open meeting law (the Brown Act), the
of California Cities. The League of
Public Records Act, the Political Reform
California Cities was established in 1898.
Act and other conflict of interest laws
The League of California Cities is a
that affect cities throughout California.
nonprofit statewide association that
There are over 80 people appointed
advocates for cities with the state and
to the committee from all 16 districts
federal governments and provides
within the state as well as from the
education and training services to elected
caucuses within the League of California
and appointed city officials. They
Cities.
represent 468 cities within California.
the track in memory and honoring those
that battled cancer.
Money was raised for much needed
services for cancer patients and their
families in the form of research, advocacy,
support, transportation and scholarships.
Share the 1-800-ACS-2345 number and
www.cancer.org to anyone facing cancer
so that they can receive assistance.
Those interested in participating in
the 2013 Truckee Relay For Life, contact
Chris Otto after 6 pm at
[email protected] or 530-2772639. For more information, visit
www.relayforlife.org/truckeeca and like
us on Facebook at Relay For Life of
Truckee – Tahoe.
New Members
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Located at 11357 Donner Pass Road,
#E, John and Sarah have a showroom that
will motivate those who have been thinking about making improvements to their
home, or are in the process of building.
Here you’ll envision seeing the new carpet
or hardwood, luxury vinyl tile and laminate
that is on display, in your own home. The
wide selection provides something for
everyone, as well as window coverings,
and their customer service team offers
convenient installation. John and Sarah will
be pleased to answer your questions at
530-587-0102.
Rainbow Lodge
Dating back to the late 1800s, Rainbow
Lodge is a turn-of-the-century historic
lodge situated along the Yuba River on
Donner Summit, off of Highway 80, along
historic Old 40 Highway. The rich history
of this remote and beautiful riverside
lodge is replete with many accounts of
those transported by stagecoach in a bygone era.
True to this serene setting there are no
phones or televisions in the rooms — the
perfect place to unwind, with crosscountry skiing, gourmet dining, luscious
menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner as
well as a cozy fireplace and bar, and enjoy
their natural artesian spring water served
at the tables as well as in the tubs. Experience long lasting memories. Call 530-4263661 to learn more.
See New Members, back page
Recommend a New Member to the Chamber and get $25 hard cash.
Call the Chamber for details, 530-587-8808
Member
New Member
Sandy Horn, Dickson Realty ........................................................................... Tahoe Social, LLC
Brit Crezee, JMA Ventures, LLC.......................................................................Shane McConkey Foundation
Jon Borden, Truckee Donner Lodge............................................................ Daryl Simms, Independent Contractor
Jon Borden, Truckee Donner Lodge............................................................ La Fleur Rouge
Maja Thaler, SDBX Studio...................................................................................Discovery Map of Tahoe-Truckee
Melody Rebbeck, Hampton Inn & Suites Tahoe-Truckee ...................... Togo’s Sandwiches
Andrew Cross, Truckee-Tahoe Lumber Co................................................ Grant Kaye Photography
Truckee Sports Exchange Announces
Rob Cavallo as General Manager
Tahoe Donner
Announces Sally
Jones New Cross
Country Manager
the Best of Tahoe edition of the Sierra
Sun and was also recently nominated for
Tahoe Donner Association recently hired
Small Business of the Year by the Truckee
Sally Jones as the new manager of the
Donner Chamber of Commerce.
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area.
Jones comes with an impressive
Cavallo saw the opportunity to
Rob Cavallo, General Manager
Truckee Sports Excahnge
The Truckee Sports Exchange recently
promoted long-time employee Rob
provide locals and visitors with the best
amount of experience in the cross
possible shopping experience in the
country ski business, most recently as
Truckee-Tahoe area. As a result, the
the Auburn Ski Club Director of Nordic
Sports Exchange is now home to Tahoe
Programs on Donner Summit, a post she
Mountain Guides and Cyclepaths, offering
held for 16 years. Auburn Ski Club has the
sports enthusiasts a one-stop-shop for all
largest membership of any ski club on the
mountain sporting endeavors. He also
west coast, and its Nordic programs have
worked to develop a state-of-the-art
long been the most popular and
tuning shop. With their new Wintersteiger
successful in the Far West region.
tuning equipment and a newly renovated
Jones holds the highest level of
tuning shop, the Sports Exchange is able
certification from the Professional Ski
to get skiers and riders equipment in top
Instructors Association (PSIA), and has
shape for the slopes.
helped develop instructor training
certification for cross country skiing in
The Truckee Sports Exchange
Cavallo to general manager. Cavallo, who
specializes in new and used sales, rentals
both New Zealand and the United States.
studied business at the University of
and servicing of sporting equipment for
She is currently a clinician and chief cross
Nevada Reno, has played a key role in the
mountain sports including rock climbing,
country examiner for PSIA’s Western
growth of Truckee Sports Exchange over
cross-country/AT/tele/alpine skiing,
Division and an active international cross
the past six years as an employee and
camping, kayaking, and stand up paddle
country ski race technical delegate
manager. Together with owner Brent
boarding.
(referee) for the United States Ski
Cutler, Cavallo has implemented several
Located at 10095 West River Street,
Association.
“I’m extremely excited with the
exciting initiatives that helped the West
the store is also home to an indoor
River Street storefront recently win the
bouldering gym. For more information,
direction that Tahoe Donner is taking to
title of “Best Sport Shop of the Year” in
visit www.truckeesportsexchange.com or
improve the cross country ski area,” said
Jones. “Their commitment to cross
country skiing, with the new lodge being
CATT Hires Membership & Event
Coordinator
built and upgrading their ski programs is
what made me so interested in taking the
job.”
Exciting events are also being
The Contractors Association of Truckee
communication, customer service, event
Tahoe (CATT) has hired a new full-time
planning, fundraising and marketing to
Membership & Event Coordinator to
CATT.
enhance fundraising and membership
planned, including the United States Ski
Association’s flagship event, the Super
Tour Finals and National Distance
CATT Executive Director Pat Davison
activities of the organization. Fawn
said, “Hiring another staff person has
Usher-Mansoor comes to CATT from the
been a goal of the Association board for
Silicon Valley where she was the Director
the last two years. This achievement
of Member Services at the largest YMCA
takes CATT to a higher level of service,
in the region, where she managed
which is fitting since we will be
programs for more than 4,700 members.
celebrating our 15th year in existence in
Fawn held that position for four years and
2013.”
Championships in April. By hosting four
out of the event’s six races, Tahoe Donner
will be front and center internationally on
the Nordic competition circuit, with some
of the best skiers in the world arriving for
a series of events to determine the
champions for 2013.
now brings her expertise of
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Truckee Donner Land Trust Appoints New Officers
The Truckee Donner Land Trust is pleased to re-elect William
Truckee Donner Land Trust executive director, Perry Norris,
Thauvette to another term as Board President. Thauvette is a
adds, "It’s great to have a Donner Summit resident at the helm of
veteran of the Ford Motor Company with a 30-year career in
the Land Trust as we work to protect, manage, and restore the
finance. He has served on the Serene Lakes Property Owners’
Royal Gorge property.”
Association board and was president of the board of the T&I
Thauvette lives in Serene Lakes with his wife Mary Alice where
Credit Union. Thauvette currently serves as the secretary-
they enjoy cross-country skiing, hiking, biking, kayaking, and
treasurer of the Sierra Cascade Land Trust Council.
world travel.
Thauvette, who replaced J. Thomas Van Berkem, began his
tenure at the Land Trust in 2000. “With Royal Gorge, Webber
Lake, Lacey Meadows, and several other projects, the Land Trust
Other officers recently elected are: Janet Zipser Zipkin, Vice
President; Geoff Griffin, Treasurer; and Jeff Brown, Secretary.
The Truckee Donner Land Trust preserves and protects
is protecting lands at a faster pace than ever before in our 22-
scenic, historic and recreational lands with high natural resource
year history,” says Thauvette.
values in the greater Truckee Donner region. Learn more about
the Land Trust board at: www.tdlandtrust.org.
Office Products Are the
New Line of Defense
Against Germs
Ski Butlers Partners with
the High Fives Non-Profit
Foundation
The Office Boss now carries antimicrobial products to help
Ski Butlers Tahoe has partnered with the High Fives Non-Profit
safeguard families and office workers from spreading germs on
Foundation for their Community Involvement and Round-Up
commonly used everyday items.
programs for the 2012-13 season.
With flu season upon us, it’s important to take preventative
“Ski Butlers Core Value # 7 is Make a Difference in the
measures against germs. These new office products are treated
Community,” said Wynn Meyer, GM of Ski Butlers Tahoe. “High
with antimicrobial additives that kill germ-carrying
Fives is a perfect fit for us to give back to the community that
microorganisms and inhibit their growth.
has given us so much.”
“These products especially can act as a first line of defense
Ski Butlers team members will be paid to volunteer at High
for office workers, students at schools, and for anyone who
Fives for two hours each month and will be encouraged to
works in a shared space. It’s an innovative new way to help
volunteer more on their own. Ski Butlers will also donate money
safeguard ourselves, and therefore our kids, from the endless
to the High Fives through a new program called Round-Up.
growing array of flu viruses,” said Jeff Ridgel, owner of the Office
Customers will be given the option to “round up their bill” to the
Boss.
nearest dollar or donate a flat amount of $5, $10, or $20.
Antimicrobial office products work to destroy the germs that
are spread by touch. Office supplies tend to exchange hands
frequently throughout the work day, making office areas a
prevalent place for germs to be transferred.
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[ Marketing ] Tips
[ By Laura Partridge ]
What is Media Buying?
Media buying is the purchase of advertising space from a
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In today’s day and age, there is more media than ever before.
A media buyer evaluates all advertising options, looking for
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Developing a media plan not only entails calculating reach and
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they read? Do they read the print version or the digital version?
needs to get purchased, requiring negotiations and contracts, and
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Your media buyer is essentially responsible for your brand
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and more brand engagement, and ultimately, more customers.
media is negotiated differently and getting the best rates and
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Truckee [ In The News ]
The Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce works to promote and develop local business and tourism. Those efforts can include paid media
such as an ad, or “free” press such as stories or articles. The Chamber retains Switchback Public Relations + Marketing Inc. to assist in generating regional and national media exposure for Truckee.
A highlight of some
placements for 2012 include:
Diablo Magazine
Date: January 1, 2012
Section: Travel
Circulation: 39,075
“Sensational Sierra Snow”
National Geographic
Date: January 2012
Section: Adventure
Circulation: 63,817
“World’s 25 Best Ski Towns”
The Hollywood Reporter
Date: January 27, 2012
Section: Travel
Circulation: 55,071
“How to Hit the Slopes In Style”
Snowshoemag.com
Date: February 18, 2012
Section: Features
Viewership: 8,320 UMV
“North Lake Tahoe’s Amazing Snow
Conditions and Après Snowshoe Options”
Sacramento Business Journal
Date: June 15, 2012
Headline: Tahoe tourism cruising at a
higher altitude
Section: Business Files
Circulation: 13,103 UMV
“Tahoe tourism cruising at a higher
altitude”
SFGate.com and San Francisco Chronicle
Date: June 22, 2012
Section: Sports
Circulation: 3,728,940
“The best spots to golf in the Sierra this
summer”
SkiMag.com
Date: July, 2012
Section: Travel
Circulation: 41,439
“Summer In Tahoe”
VisitCalifornia.com
Date: July, 2012
Section: California Fives
Circulation: 93,405
“Five Favorite Truckee Hikes”
RGJ.com
Date: February 29, 2012
Section: Outdoor Briefs
“Truckee Makes National Geographic”
The Sacramento Bee
Date: July 29, 2012
Section: Escapes
Circulation: 268,321
“Custom Cribs in Truckee”
Men’s Journal
Date: May 2012
Section: Feature Story
Circulations: 724,023
“The Best Mountain Towns in America:
Summer in the high country”
Latimes.com
Date: August 21, 2012
Section: Tuesday Travel Ticker
Viewership: 5,281,625 UMV
“What’s SUP in Truckee”
Mensjournal.com
Date: May 2012
Section: Feature Story
UMV: 850,000
“The Best Mountain Towns in America:
Summer in the high country”
HubPages.com
Date: May 2012
Section: Travel and Places
Viewership: 11,147,938
“U.S. Roadtrip - A week in the Sierra
Nevada”
Sacramento Bee
Date: May 13, 2012
Section: Escapes
“Solar Eclipse”
Entrepreneur
Date: June 1, 2012
Section: Travel
“Trip of a Lifetime”
rgj.com
Section: News
“Truckee Police Patrol Donner Lake on
Paddleboards; sport thrives in Tahoe area”
Los Angeles Times
Section: Travel
“A stand-up police force in Truckee”
usatoday.com
Section: News
“Police Take to Paddle Boards to Patrol”
The bleacherreport.com
Date: September 18, 2012
Section: Golf
Viewership: 7, 816, 490 UMV
“High Sierra - The Ultimate Golf
Destination”
SacBee.com
Date: September 30, 2012
Section: Travel
“Escapes”
BlackMeetingsandTourism.com
Date: October 16, 2012
Section: Wellness
“Truckee is fast becoming a mecca for
wellness”
TahoeSnowboardingMagazine.com
Viewership : n/a
“Backcountry Adventures in Tahoe This
Season”
Reno Gazette and Journal
Section: Weekend Events
“Donner Party Hikes offered this
weekend in Truckee”
RGJ.com
Date: November 7, 2012
Section: Northern Nevada Outdoors
“Truckee in running for best U.S. ski
town designation”
KTVN.com
Section: local news
“Truckee in Running for Best Ski Town in
North America”
KOLOTV.com
Section: Local news
“Truckee in Running for Best Ski Town”
7X7.com
Section: Tahoe
“Five Favorite Ski and Snowboard Shops”
Yubanet.com
Section: Regional
“Truckee welcomes the holiday season
with events and shopping”
KGOAM810.com
Section: Travel
“Truckee, Lake Tahoe—Backcountry
playground with adventures for everybody”
UMV = Unique Monthly Visitors: the number
of people that visit the site each month on
average.
“Truckee is within 10
miles of 10 lakes:
Donner for fishing or
swimming, and
Prosser, glass-smooth
in the morning and
motor-free for
standup paddling.”
Men’s Journal, May 2012
Comprehensive
Regional Events
Calendar on
Truckee.com
North Tahoe Snow Transformed
into Art at Carve Tahoe
Prestigious snow carvers from around the
Marketing Officer Andy Chapman of the
world will participate in the region’s firstever Carve Tahoe competition, February 8-
North Lake Tahoe Chamber/CVB/Resort
Association.
12.
The weeklong international snow sculpture
“The Village at Northstar is an ideal
location to showcase these incredible snow
contest is specifically geared for spectators
sculptures. Our guests are going to love
who will view firsthand 20-ton blocks of
pure snow shaped and carved into
watching the snow come to life in such a
unique way, and seeing the work of these
breathtaking masterpieces. The competing
teams represent more than 20 countries
talented artists in person,” said Director of
Village and Base Area Operations Nadia
with the judging take place February 13.
Guerriero of Northstar California.
Lawrence Nobel, the lead judge of
Carve Tahoe, is an award-winning sculptor
While the highlight of Carve Tahoe is
the talent and skill of the carvers from
and illustrator who previously designed a
Gold Medal for the 1984 Olympics and
Finland, Germany, Japan, Russia, Canada
and the United States, charitable donations
created George Lucas’ Yoda Sculpture in
also play a key role. According to event
the Presidio of San Francisco.
organizers, every dollar donated per
“This is a unique opportunity to
introduce our visitors and local residents to
the extreme and rugged art challenge of
spectator per vote will go directly to a local
non-profit.
For more details about Carve Tahoe,
snow sculpting at a destination that
celebrates all things snow,” said Chief
click to www.carvetahoe.com.
on Events in the lower navigational bar to
see our comprehensive Regional Events
Calendar for everything happening in and
around Truckee. If you have an event
coming up, please submit your information!
It’s easy to do and ensures that we don’t
miss promoting your event and that we
have all the correct information directly
from the event producer.
Don’t miss the Featured Events section
that provides even more details about
certain major events. For a limited
introductory time, Featured Events are
being offered at no charge. If you would
like your event listed as a Featured Event,
contact Ruth Geresy at 530-587-8808 or
e-mail [email protected].
Jack London
Commemorative
Sierra Sled Dog
Derby
Volunteers Needed for
IRONMAN Lake Tahoe
More than 3,100 volunteers are needed to
mile bike course. Cyclists will travel along
successfully execute the first full-distance
IRONMAN® event in California since 2001 IRONMAN Lake Tahoe, which is scheduled
for September 22, 2013.
Of the 3,100 volunteers that will provide
behind-the-scene logistics and ground
execution, 100 will serve as captains to
ensure a safe and fun event. Volunteer
positions still open include athlete check-in,
transition set-up, youth race, environmental
clean-up, welcome banquet, bike aid
station, crowd control, parking, swim beach
support, bike course pointer sector, bike
handlers, volunteer tent, transition tear
down, licensed nurse/paramedic, run aid
the lake into Tahoe City, follow the Truckee
River past Squaw Valley, and head into
Truckee.
From there, the course turns south back
toward Lake Tahoe, has a short loop in
Martis Camp, and climbs Brockway Summit.
After a decent back down to Kings Beach,
athletes will complete a second loop, and
then a final, flat 17 miles to finish the bike
course at Squaw Valley.
With a transition at the Village at Squaw
Valley, runners will travel along the bike
path into Tahoe City, and continue south to
a turnaround in Homewood, and finish back
at the Village at Squaw Valley.
station, as well as security. To register for a
volunteer position, click to
www.ironmanlaketahoe.com.
IRONMAN Lake Tahoe will start with a
two-loop, 2.4-mile swim in Kings Beach; a
lakeside transition to start a two-loop 112-
For more information about the
IRONMAN brand and global event series,
visit www.ironman.com. Athlete inquiries
may be directed to
[email protected].
Be sure to head to Truckee.com and click
Sled dog races return to the TruckeeTahoe area! Head to Donner Summit March
2-3 to see this exciting event. Watch
mushers race 3 to 8-dog teams of Alaskan
huskies and Siberian huskies. The first sled
dog race in the continental U.S. was held in
Truckee in 1915.
Admission is free. Spectators are
encouraged to park at Sugar Bowl Resort
where shuttle buses will provide transport
to the race staging area and starting line in
Soda Springs. Race will run through the
Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Resort to
Sugar Bowl Resort, pass in front of the
“Village Lodge” and make a loop to return
to the starting line. 9:00am to 4:00 pm
each day.
The race is organized and conducted
by the Sierra Nevada Dog Drivers, a nonprofit organization. For more information,
visit www.sierrasleddogderby.com.
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KINGS BEACH, CA
PERMIT #1
10065 Donner Pass Road
Truckee, CA 96161
530-587-8808
truckee.com
truckeechamber.com
New Members
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Riverside Studios
Riverside Studios is a locally grown business that offers handmade and one-of-akind artistically made goods including pottery, leather, jewelry, clothing, candles,
soap, metal sculpture, water color, oil,
acrylic paintings, photography and more.
This hip and inspiring art gallery and
gift shop, located in the heart of downtown Truckee, at 10060 Donner Pass Road,
is owned and operated by four women;
Mary Guerra who specializes in silver and
stones; Alanna Hughes’ knowledge is in
pottery; Kahlil Johnson’s expertise is in
leather goods; and Sondrea Larsen’s talents are in silver, gold and stones. These
ladies each present items from other artists that are in their area of expertise to
sell in the shop. Call to learn more or ask
questions at 530-587-3789.
RPM Mortgage — Rice Conway Team
The Rice Conway Team, Katie Rice and
Victoria Conway, at RPM Mortgage are a
dynamic private mortgage banker and
broker that can offer the best of both
worlds in today’s lending environment.
Located at 11050 Pioneer Trail, Suite #201
their in-house processing, underwriting,
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action, always keeping their clients best
interests at heart.
Katie and Victoria provide the highest
level of service resulting in the distinction
as this year’s recipients of the Affiliate of
the Year award from the Tahoe Sierra
Board of Realtors. Call them today for a
mortgage consultation at 530-582-9992.
Togo’s Sandwiches
Togo’s Sandwiches, a west coast original
since 1971, serves big, made-to-order sandwiches stuffed with fresh ingredients on
artisan breads, as well as delicious salads,
wraps and soups. Located at 11991 Highway 267, and open daily from 10:00 a.m. to
9:00 p.m., owner Hardeep Gill ensures that
Togo’s commitment to use fresh, superiorquality ingredients and meats, make the
difference in flavor, and the California avocados are mashed daily. Artisan bread,
abundant quantities of lean pastrami, roast
beef, turkey and other premium meats are
part of Togo’s menu.
For more information or to place an
order call 530-550-7220 and join the
Togo’s Sandwich Club for all the latest
Togo’s news, coupons and special offers
delivered straight to your inbox.
Truckee Auto Mall
Truckee Auto Mall’s new owner, Jason
Dorn, specializes in high quality, preowned vehicles, especially those with all
wheel drive/4-wheel drive (AWD/4WD).
You can view the vehicles in their showroom located at 11025 Pioneer Trail, Suite
#104, or they can arrange to find what you
want with their numerous industry contacts.
Jason also offers New Vehicle Brokerage Service in which he obtains lower
quotes on the new model you are interested in, saving you the inconvenience of
time, and spending more than you need to.
This family owned business offers you a
no-pressure car buying experience just the
way they would want their family to be
treated. You can call first at 530-587-8437
to learn more or drop by.
Truckee River Business Center
Truckee River Business Center-Office Center, located at 10015 Palisades Drive, #10,
has been recently remodeled offering an
attractive ambience. This center that
houses many businesses, and has room for
more, offers free Wifi in a convenient location including security cameras, and abundant onsite parking.
This business center is a one-stop center to service your many needs. You can
enjoy coffee, stop to pick up grocery
items, have lunch and dinner and more.
Truckee River Business Center includes the
7-11 convenience store, and the Blue Coyote restaurant.
New owner Ted Laliotis aspires to
make Truckee River Business Center the
office location of choice in Truckee. For
more information, or to inquire about moving your business here, call Ted at 530550-7800.

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