May 2015 Newsletter - Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce

The Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the May Business of the Month Award to Coldwell
Banker Myers-Gallagher! COLDWELL BANKER MYERS-GALLAGHER and ARANSAS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
have been co-owned and operated by Joe Myers, Raymond Gallagher and his wife, Shirley Gallagher since
1997. Joe Myers is the designated Broker for the Coldwell Banker Myers-Gallagher and Shirley Gallagher
manages the office. Raymond Gallagher is the designated Broker for Aransas Property Management and Lisa
Barker manages that office.
The three owners have always felt that Aransas Pass is the jewel of the Coastal Bend and the perfect place to
buy real estate. You can still find some of the least expensive waterfront property in the nation, right here on
the South Texas Coast. With plenty of fishing, boating, birding and golfing for the outdoorsman/woman,
Aransas Pass is one of the best places to live especially when you consider the cost of living and affordability.
Therefore, this very successful company was formed and has since expanded to the Naylor Building, which
was purchased in 2004. The office operates with 12 Broker/Agents and will expand to 14 by the end of the
month. They have enough office space to expand as the market grows with the new companies that are
moving into the area along with the much anticipated development of Harbor Towne. We appreciate the
support you have given the Chamber and the Community. Thank you!
109 West Wilson Ave
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-7534
TexasCoastProperty.com
Redding Communications LLC
1115 Antelope
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
361.885.0846
reddcomm.com
Redding Communications was established in January 15, 1985
Their nature of business is Advertising, design, photography/Red
Rover Imaging & frames, digital photography & fine art prints, restoration, & picture framing, Redding Hott Tee’s Custom T-shirt
printing.
“We have enjoyed success in Aransas Pass, Ingleside, & Rockport
over the past 30 years. We have photographed every major offshore project on the Gulf Coast….and have built our reputation on
quality, service, & on time delivery.”
Bay Harbor Channel Owners Association, Inc.
114 Sea Mist Dr.
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361.758.8964
Bay Harbor Channel Owner’s Association was incorporated in 1993. They joined the Chamber of Commerce to
keep up-to-date and informed about changes going on
in the City of Aransas Pass and matters that might affect
their homeowners.
Welcome to the Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce!
A Ribbon Cutting was held to welcome our new Elite Member,
Windermere Bay Custom Homes to the Aransas Pass Chamber of
Commerce. Owners Rocky Chacon and Kevin Pawlik proudly gave
Chamber members and staff a tour of this delightful 3br/2b house
with stainless steel appliances, and granite counter-tops and a nice
large backyard with oak trees!
This new home is located at 1011 S.10th St. in Aransas Pass.
Call for more information at 361-730-5511 and visit wbchtx.com
Pictured L-R; Randall Freeze, CRMC; Courtney Figueroa, APCOC; Pat Fenton, Century 21 Lee Real Estate; Sherri Tringali, Value Bank Texas; Shirley Gallagher,
Coldwell Bank er Myers-Gallagher; Rocky Chacon & Kevin Pawlik, owners of Windermere Bay Custom Homes; Liz Dorris, Coldwell Banker Myers-Gallagher; Lori
Gunderson & Mary Ortiz, Northshore Title; Rosemary Vega, APCOC.
A warm welcome was given to new Chamber members, Harbor City Snack Shack, today with a Ribbon Cutting! The official
food and drink vendor for the summer, with over 20 years experience in the industry. They are located at 400 W. Johnson in
Aransas Pass next to the AP Aquatic Center.
They have a variety of items in their menu some being, fruit
cups, snow cones, hot dogs, drinks, smoothies, and much
more! Soon to be added to this mouth watering menu, roasted
corn!
"We are very excited to be a part of the growth & positivity
that is changing Aransas Pass." says, Kara Riojas, owner.
Stop by today to get a snack at the Harbor City Snack Shack.
Open 7 days a week from 11 am - 6:30 pm
Pictured back row L-R; Vickie Torres, APFY; Courtney
Figueroa & Rosemary Vega, APCOC; Debbie Aylesworth, Eagle Eye Magazine; Sarah Lee, City of AP;
front row L-R; Angelica Carranco, APFY; Robert &
Kara Riojas, Rick Powell, owners of Harbor City
Snack Shack; and Ed Garcia, State Farm Insurance.
WORKFORCE LABOR and EMPLOYMENT 2015 BRIEFING
Sponsored by the Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Ted Phlegar, Senior Counsel
for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Workforce Freedom Initiative gave an overview of
labor and employment regulations and legislation issues impacting the workplace focusing
on the anti-employer agenda being pushed by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
Phlegar spoke to the NLRB’s ambush election rule which went in effect on April 14,
2015 and said, “It reduces the ability of workers to get balanced information about unions,
and requires employers to give union organizers personal information about workers, such
as home addresses, home phone numbers, and private e-mail accounts. Employers use of
social media, like Facebook or Twitter, is a hot topic for the NLRB, which has stuck down
many sensible employer policies related to using social media to discuss the work place.
Even policies simply encouraging workers to be respectful have been rules overbroad and
unlawful.”
The Workforce Freedom Initiative is a grassroots, education and advocacy campaign to
preserve the workplace democracy, protect employer free speech rights, employee freedom of choice and block the anticompetitive agenda advocated by many labor unions.
For the first time in the Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce history the “Community Goodwill” award was presented to a very deserving individual. This is an outstanding award, the type of recognition that will only be given
when an individual displays remarkable service and dedication to the City of Aransas Pass, the Chamber of Commerce, and the entire community.
The Community Goodwill Award was presented to Mr. Rudy Abrego by the Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce
and was sponsored by Sherwin Alumina Company.
Rudy, has been a resident of Aransas Pass for 42 years since moving from Corpus Christi and has been an employee with AEP for over 44 years. In the past, he has served on the Advisory Committee to the Mayor, a group that
was tasked with working to improve, enhance and beautify city streets and parks of Aransas Pass. As a dedicated
Board Member of Aransas Pass ISD, he is a proud supporter of our “Panther” students.
He has served a 5 year term and is currently serving a 3 year term with the Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce.
When not serving on the Chamber Board, he volunteers for the Chamber by working many of the various events.
He served as President of Aransas Pass Little League ten years and currently serves on Aransas Pass Tri County
Christian Service Center Board.
Rudy demonstrates his passion for Aransas Pass daily with his selfless acts of giving back to the community he
lives in. His hard work and dedication to help with countless projects within the community have resulted in
many positive outcomes, projects and accomplishments.
His passion, support and efforts do not go unnoticed. In fact, Sherwin Alumna Company stepped up and partnered with and sponsored this historical award. They also expressed their appreciation for all this individual does
by sponsoring a custom bench in front of the Chamber building in his honor. Rudy is pictured here, seated on the
bench. This award was originally presented at the Chamber’s Installation of Officers Banquet in January of this
year.
Pictured: Rudy Abrego, Yadira Gonzales, Rosemary Vega, Eric Blanchard, Roland
Meza, Kris Spears, Sarah Lee, Bella Perego, Courtney Figueroa, David Perkins,
Ramiro Gomez and Randall Freeze
The Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centers Mission is to promote
business, tourism, recreation, economic development and improve the quality and
standard of living in Aransas Pass. Join us as we work toward strengthening the
Aransas Pass business community!
Lexington Place Nursing and Rehab Center
AGI Insurance and Financial Services
406 S. Commercial
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-7971
farmersagent.com
Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
877 Hwy 35 Bypass
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-386-2626
AllenSamuelsAP.com
Aransas Flower Company
1661 W. Yoakum
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-7686
lexingtonplacenursing.net
Northshore Emergency Center
1702 Highway 181 North, Ste. A-11
Portland, TX 78374
361-761-CARE (2273)
northshoreer.com
Prosperity Bank
2106 W. Wheeler
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-9191
aransasflowercompany.com
1005 S. Commercial
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-5624
prosperitybanktx.com
Aransas Pass Civic Center
Security Service Federal Credit Union
700 W. Wheeler
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-0009
aransaspassciviccenter.com
402 S. Commercial
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-643-7536
ssfcu.org
Bakery Cafe
Skid-O-Kan
434 S. Commercial
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-3511
622 McBride
Corpus Christi, TX 78408
361-883-6642
skid-o-kan.com
Care Regional Medical Center
1711 W. Wheeler
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-8585
crmctx.com
Cheniere Energy, Inc.
1702 Hwy 181, Ste. A-4
Portland, TX 78374
cheniere.com
Corpus Christi Harley-Davidson/Buell
502 S.P.I.D.
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
361-854-3146
Corpuschristiharley.com
Dairy Queen of Aransas Pass
535 W. Cleveland
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-5341
dqtexas.com
H.E.B. of Aransas Pass
101 E. Goodnight
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-5900
heb.com
Stacey D. Durham, CPA, PC
1464 W. Wheeler
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-8342
staceydurhamcpa.com
Stripes, LLC
4525 Ayers St.
Corpus Christi, TX 78414
361-510-8933
susser.com
Value Bank Texas
925 S. Commercial
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-758-8511
valuebanktexas.com
Windermere Bay Custom Homes
1204 S. Houston
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
361-730-5511
wbchtx.com