2013 CHAMBER BOARD RETREAT - the Atascadero Chamber of

Atascadero Chamber of Commerce
BUSINESS REPORTER
JANUARY 2013
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January 12th:
Annual Installation Dinner
5:00pm - 11:00pm,
Pavilion on the Lake
Our Biggest Fundraiser of the Year!
Auction Items and Volunteers Still
Needed. If you are interested in donating
or volunteering for the kickoff event of
the Centennial Year give us a
call at 466-2044
January 18th:
Women In Business
11:30am- 1:00pm,
Colby Jack’s, Atascadero
(Reservations, Payment and Cancellation due by
Tuesday, January 15th at noon.)
Save the Dates
February 7th
North County Young Professionals
5:30pm-7pm,
Joe Bella Coffee Roasters
February 8th
Women In Business
11:30am- 1:00pm,
Best Western PLUS Colony Inn
(Reservations, Payment and Cancellation due by
Tuesday, February 5th at noon.)
we would love it if
you would “like” us!
Tamrah DeLeon, Rita Carr, Ray Buban, Kelly Long, Kim Austin, Eric Gobler, Helena Berardi, John Neil, Donn Clickard,
Mike Talen, Jeannie Malik, Dr. Ryan McGaughey, Robert “Grigger” Jones, Joe Modica, Teri Davis, Terrie Banish, Joyce Stewart and
Linda Hendy. Not Pictured: E.J. Rossi and Carol Bezkostny.
2013 CHAMBER
BOARD RETREAT
Chamber Board Directors and
Staff reviewed the past year,
brainstormed to determine
direction and streamlined plans
for 2013 to continue to increase
the value of being a part of the
Atascadero Chamber.
I
ncoming Chairman of the Board, Robert “Grigger” Jones
shares his thoughts;
This year’s Chamber of Commerce annual retreat
sought to further solidify gains made in the past year and a
half under our CEO Linda Hendy. A review of the Board’s
goals from the past year was conducted. A highlight of 2012
was the completion of the Chamber’s website. It was agreed
by the board that the website with its interactive features and
links to all facets of the community continue to establish the
Atascadero Chamber of Commerce as the largest, oldest and
most prominent voice of business in the Atascadero area.
Another highlight was the discussion of the various
committees of the Chamber, participation by each board
member on at least one committee, and improvements to the
summer “Tuesday Barbeque In the Park” at the Atascadero
Lake Park.
The newest committee, North County Young Professionals,
was applauded for its ongoing education and social programs,
bringing together young business and professional men and
women, to get to know each other, and exchange ideas. Its
contact list has grown in excess of 130 men and women.
The Legislative Committee had a great year with a crosssection of dynamic speakers and a good turn-out.
The Ambassadors Committee renewed its commitment to
retention of new and old members under their new Chair
Eric Gobler.
Women in Business continue to have sold out events, with
speakers, discussions and events. They are moving into the
New Year with Kathy Nutt, incoming Committee Chair.
Member Benefits committee, instituted a “Connect for
Lunch” and a “Marketing Boot Camp” program for chamber
members. It continues to develop programs to benefit
member businesses.
Goals adopted for 2013 by the Board, were continual
improvement of Chamber-Government relations, rampingup plans for the Centennial year celebration kicking-off the
Chamber Dinner as the first Centennial event in January of
2013, and increasing Chamber membership and benefits.
Chamber administrative staff were applauded for making the
Chamber “Visitor Center” a dynamic, informed and friendly
place for members and visitors to Atascadero.
Finally, it was announced that a new 501 (c) (3) organization
was formed, The Atascadero Economic Foundation, to be a
recipient organization for funds from Corporate and other
entities, providing economic and educational benefits to
chamber members.
Outgoing Board Chair, Jeannie Malik passes
the gavel to Robert “Grigger” Jones for 2013
T
he Chamber Board of Directors unanimously elected
Grigger to serve as Chairman for the 2013 year. Grigger has served on the Executive Board this past year
along with Chair Jeannie Malik of Greg Malik Real Estate,
Past Chair Chuck Braun, State Farm Insurance, CFO Joe
Modica with Modica Financial and Tax and Linda Hendy,
President/CEO of the Atascadero Chamber.
For 2013 the Executive Board will consist of Chairman
Grigger Jones, Past Chair Jeannie Malik, Incoming Chair
Mike Talen and CFO, Joe Modica and Linda Hendy
President/CEO.
“Representing the business community and promoting the economic and civic welfare of Atascadero.”
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BOARD OFFICERS 2013
President’s
Perspective
Chairman of the Board
Robert “Grigger” Jones,
Retired Professional
Chairman-Elect
Chief Financial Officer
Past Chairman of the Board
Jeannie Malik, Greg Malik Real Estate Group
BOARD DIRECTORS
Terrie Banish, The Tribune
Helena Berardi, Heritage Oaks Bank
Carol Bezkostny, Rabobank
Ray Buban,
Ray M. Buban, EA, Financial &Tax Service
Rita Carr, Galaxy Theatres
Teri Davis, Mission Community Bank
Eric Gobler, Eric J. Gobler Civil Engineering
Kelly Long, Kelly’s Casuals
Dr. Ryan McGaughey, D.C.,
McGaughey Chiropractic
John Neil, Atascadero Mutual Water Co.
E.J. Rossi, Atascadero High School
AMBASSADORS
Ambassador Chair: Joseph Modica, Jr.,
Modica Financial & Tax, Inc.
Jeannie Malik,
Past Chair, Greg Malik Real Estate Group, Inc.
Tamara Baldwin, Rabobank
Darren Barnes, Founders Community Bank
Vicki Blankenship, State Farm Insurance &
Financial Services, John Donovan
Vivian Borden, BNI
Angela Cisneros, K-Jon’s Fine Jewelers, Inc.
Ryan Dion, Modica Financial & Tax, Inc.
Eric Gobler,
Eric J. Gobler Civil Engineering
Liz Helgerson,
Community Action Partnership of SLO County
Amy Jimenez, Amy Jimenez Insurance Agency
Dustie Kaczmarek,
Creative Alternative for Learning & Living
Janine Lloyd, Atascadero News
Dixon Mann,
State Farm Insurance, Chuck Braun
Greg Modica, Modica Financial & Tax, Inc.
Jesus Rubio, Union Bank of California
Paul Shannon, Access Publishing
Mara Whitten,
Community Action Partnership of SLO
Roger Williams, Crossroads
Joyce Stewart,
Atascadero Chamber of Commerce
Starting the New Year
off with a Plan!
E
ach year your new and outgoing Board of Directors
take a full day out of their busy schedules to review
the past years accomplishments and begin to make
strategic goals for the new year ahead. The Board and Staff
of the Chamber have a responsibility to the members and the
community to provided member benefits and community
support throughout the year. Prior to the meeting a survey
was sent out to the membership and a separate one out to
the Board of Directors. The Board questions included; what
should the Chamber be proud of this past year? What can we
do even better for 2013? Board members also shared what
it is has been like to be on the Board of Directors for the
Chamber and what challenges they faced volunteering their
Meet Your
2013
Board Directors
Chairman of the Board
Robert “Grigger” Jones
Chair-Elect
Mike Talen
6904 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
Telephone: (805) 466-2044
Fax: (805) 466-9218
www.atascaderochamber.org
Information in this newsletter regarding
any business does not constitute an
endorsement by the
Atascadero Chamber of Commerce.
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January 2013
What are our members saying? The business community
needs change every day, we assume we know what benefits
and education you want through your membership but
through responses to the survey we learn what is important
to you today and as promised we are listening!
Here are a few example of survey results, question:
What are the main reasons for belonging to the Atascadero
Chamber of Commerce? Top 3 results - “Business Exposure”,
“Connection with other businesses” and third “Want to make
a difference in the community”.
What benefits offered by the Chamber do you feel are
most beneficial? Top 4 results - Networking, Chamber
Website, Support of our community events and Chamber
publications.
Several positive and constructive comments were submitted
and were the main focus of the Board retreat. We wrapped up
a very successful Board Planning session with 2013 goals and
a commitment to the members to continue to build a strong
local economy through business and community support.
A
Chamber’s Board determines policies and sets
goals aimed at improving the economic and socioeconomic well-being of the community. As the
policy-forming branch of the Chamber, the Directors
have a responsibility beyond the parochial interest of
their businesses or professions. They are expected to help
formulate policies for the good of the entire community and
to act as a representative of the members in governing the
Chamber. Meet your directors that will lead the Chamber
in 2013.
Chief Financial Officer
Joseph Modica, Jr.
Modica Financial & Tax, Inc.
Past Chairman
Jeannie Malik
Terrie Banish
The Tribune
Greg Malik
Real Estate Group
Retired Professional
Cold Stone Creamery
Helena Berardi
Carol Bezkostny
Ray Buban
Rita Carr
Teri Davis
Heritage Oaks Bank
Rabobank
Ray M. Buban, EA,
Financial &Tax Services
Galaxy Theatres
Mission Community Bank
Eric Gobler
Kelly Long
Eric J. Gobler
Civil Engineering
Kelly’s Casuals
Dr. Ryan McGaughey D.C.
John Neil
E.J. Rossi
McGaughey Chiropractic
Atascadero Mutual Water Co.
Atascadero High School
CHAMBER STAFF
Linda Hendy, President/CEO
Kim Austin, Office Manager
Joyce Stewart, Member & Visitor Services
Tamrah Michael, Marketing Director
Stephanie Roberts, Membership Development
Gerri Shoaf, Volunteer
professional time. A few words that were used to describe
their experience were; inspiring, honorable, involved,
rewarding and personally fulfilling. As you can see, we have
a passionate and dedicated Board to serve the Atascadero
Chamber; we are in very good hands!
Linda Hendy,
President/CEO
Mike Talen, Cold Stone Creamery
Joseph Modica, Jr.,
Modica Financial & Tax, Inc.
Chamber’s Perspective
Atascadero Chamber of Commerce
BUSINESS REPORTER
Members in Action
Greg Malik
Real Estate Group
Spotlight
G
reg Malik has been selling Real Estate in
Atascadero since 1980. (And he has the gray hairs
to prove it!) In 1993, he opened Peabody & Plum
Real Estate with 3 partners and in 2004 he established
Greg Malik Real Estate. In 2006, Greg expanded the
business by hiring Roger Hanson, a veteran of the real
estate and mortgage industry, to include mortgage loans
and refinances. In 2009, Heather Desmond, one of Greg’s
veteran buyer specialists, became a co-owner of Greg
Malik Real Estate. Greg’s wife Jeannie, his partner in life,
is his real estate marketing manager. Jeannie is currently
serving as the Chamber’s Chairman of the Board and she
is also active on the Chamber’s “Women in Business”
Board. Greg and Jeannie are actively involved in numerous
community organizations.
Greg Malik Real Estate Group has been active
in the community supporting Friends of the Library, Elk’s
Lodge #2733, Atascadero Quota Club, CAPS (Committee for Atascadero Public Schools), Colony Days Tent
City, AHS Greyhounds Athletic Foundation, AYSA Soccer Teams, Monterey Road PTA, San Benito Elementary,
Annual Children’s Day in the Park, Rio Rancheros 4-H
at Mid-State Fair, Amy Eckert Memorial, AHS Athletic
Boosters, AHS Forensics, AHS Fall Football, AHS Band
Boosters, The Link, The Food Bank, Big Brothers and Big
Sisters, North County Women’s Shelter, Justice for All,
Charles Paddock Zoo, Atascadero Optimists, Atascadero
Babe Ruth, APACC, Templeton Performing Arts, Atascadero Little League, 100 Women Who Care, Community
Giving Back, Coats for Kids, Lighthouse Project and has
also supported community members fundraising for Relay
for Life, American Cancer Society, March of Dimes and
Team in Training.
It would be our pleasure to serve you.
We are committed to meeting your personal Real Estate
needs, providing low pressure, highly professional service.
We are trained to listen, and dedicated to selling your home
in the shortest time possible, at the best possible price.
To learn more about how you can reap the benefits
from the “Smart Seller Program,”
call us at 466-2540 or visit us at
7450 Morro Road, Atascadero
Website: www.GregMalik.com
Email: [email protected]
Dept of Real Estate Lic. #01460686
New Calendar
A Gift to Everyone
E
veryone with an Atascadero mailing address, whether
for a home or business, received a gift kicking off the
Centennial Year, which is this year.
The Woodlands and Watersheds Community Calendar,
which was mailed out last month, and has been published for
the community since 1999, has been the work of Atascadero
Mutual Water Company and the Atascadero Native Tree
Association. The calendar contained all sorts of information
Chairman’s Circle 2013
These members are an elite group of
businesses influential to the economic
vitality of Atascadero whose continued
support has been instrumental in the
Chamber’s growth.
www.atascaderonews.com
www.amwc.us
www.wm.com
www.gregmalik.com
www.coasthills.coop
www.firstsolar.com
Front Row: Greg Malik, Jeannie Malik, Heather Desmond
Back Row: Joanne Peters, Christina Peay, Melanie Bryan,
Leigh Brimmeier, Jaime Silveira & Roger Hanson
Greg Malik Real Estate’s
“SMART SELLER PROGRAM”
• You get a whole team of professionals working for
you, providing the ultimate in service (vs. a single
agent)
• Each team member handles a specific part of the
sales process
• Complimentary competitive market analysis to help
determine sale price
• Education regarding current market conditions and
trends so that you will be able to understand the
market enabling you to make an intelligent decision
regarding the appropriate sale price.
• Your home will be strategically positioned to sell for
top dollar
• We will pay to have your home professionally
“Home Staged” by our Certified Home Stager
• Extensive, innovative and proven marketing system
• Flexible commissions ranging from 2-5%
• Right to cancel with our Easy exit and Satisfaction
Guaranteed agreements
• Proven results and accountability in Real Estate!
To learn more about how you an reap the
benefits from the “Smart Seller Program,”
call us at 466-2540 or visit us at
7450 Morro Road, Atascadero
DRE# 01460686
on a variety of conservation topics, plants of the month, birds
of the month and other watershed trivia. Its artwork has been
provided by a large variety of local artists and photographers.
For this Centennial edition, the artwork comes from
the hands of Mazie and Russell Adams, two of our earliest
residents of the young Colony started by eastern publisher
E.G. Lewis. Russell came here to survey the 23,000-acre
Henry ranch and Mazie began work in The Printery in
1919. Amateur photographers, Mazie and Russell took
pictures everywhere, focusing on the California Missions and
especially Atascadero. Their photographs were in black and
white, and Mazie used specials oils to hand-tint them. They
turned one room of their Colony home into a darkroom.
Mission Community Bank made those original photographs
available for use in the 100th anniversary community
calendar. The prints were first hung in the interior of Santa
Lucia Bank, which is now Mission Community Bank. Santa
Lucia Bank wanted Mazie’s artwork displayed when it opened
its brand new office at the corner of El Camino Real and
Pueblo Avenue in the 1980s.
Those 13 photos are an excellent representation of the city’s
first 100 years, with a photo from Tent City and Atascadero
Lake in 1915 to many in the 1920s and ‘30s. There is even
www.heritageoaksbank.com
www.idlers.net
www.kennedyclubs.com
www.midamerican.com
www.missioncommunitybank.com
www.pge.com
www.SanLuisObispo.com
www.rabobankamerica.com
www.twincitieshospital.com
www.wysongconstruction.com
a photo of the “Seven Sisters” Oak across Santa Lucia
Avenue which was there into the mid-1950s.
Centennial Committee Member Jaime Hendrickson,
Water Conservation Coordinator for Atascadero Mutual
Water Company, coordinated the production of this
excellent “collector’s edition.” It was provided at no cost
to residents of Atascadero by the many sponsors of this
year’s Centennial Celebration and a generous donation
from Poor Richard’s Press. Mike Lucas of Poor Richard’s
Press helped to project along. Calendar design was done
by Janai Wallace and historical text and “facts of the
month” were provided by Lon Allan.
A number of smaller black and white photos which are
scattered throughout were made available courtesy of the
Atascadero Historical Society.
Extra calendars for those who didn’t receive them are
available while supplies last at Atascadero Chamber of
Commerce or Atascadero Mutual Water Company.
The calendar speaks volumes to the rich and colorful
history all of us will be celebrating this year.
January 2013
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Atascadero Chamber of Commerce
BUSINESS REPORTER
Renewing Members
Kyle Company Roofing
Foundations Family Wellness
San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce
1010 Garage
Crystal Springs Water
Terry Miles Santa Lucia Properties, Inc.
Wilkins Action Graphics
At&T Authorized Retailer
Ted Miles Motors, Inc
Quota International of Atascadero
Envisions Gallery
Roseann N. Parks
Odenwald Construction Company, Inc.
Burbach, Dwayne R., D.D.S., Inc.
San Luis Security, Inc.
Members Are Our Business
Welcome New
Members
The businesses listed below have
made a significant commitment to the
community and an important investment
in their future by joining the Atascadero
Chamber of Commerce.
Blue Sky Gardens
Colleen Childers
Loc:
19505 Walnut Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone: (805) 610-6330
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.blueskygardens.net
Distinctive Glassware
Dyann M. Shepard, C.P.A.
Ralph & Paula Byrd
Loc: 3500 Dry Creek Rd #11, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone: (805) 712-7662
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.distinctiveglassware.net
110% Club
A&W Restaurant
Atascadero Shotokan Karate
Patrick Curley
Loc:
9700 El Camino Real, Suite #201,
Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone: (805) 712-2010
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.atascaderoshotokan.com
Simply Clear Marketing, Inc.
Lani Colhouer
Loc:
1203 Main St., Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone: (805) 772-4600
Fax:
(805) 772-4625
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.simplyclearmarketing.com
Paradise Valley Care
Judy Santo
Loc:
7360 Morro Rd, Atascadero CA 93422
Phone: (805) 468-4141
Fax:
888-373-2123
Emai: [email protected]
Web: www.paradisevalleycare.com
Davies and Glenn, Fiduciary Association
Northern Energy Propane
Member Spotlights
Atascadero Main Street
Atascadero 76
Janet Fitzpatrick, CPA
Applied Telecom Technology
Uniquely Yours
Dennis Swanson
Sal Shihadeh
5920 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805)460-6300
7175 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805)464-0330
Studio 101 West
Tree of Life
Chafin Accountancy Corporation
Sligh Cabinets, Inc.
Mira Vista Apartments
Kevin Anderson, Attorney At Law
Edward Jones Investments, Gina Krumland
State Farm Insurance, Chuck Braun
Established: 2010 Atascadero
(1989 in SLO)
Chamber Member: 2 years
What brought you to Atascadero to open a business?
Macy Homes
We lived in Atascadero for 25 years and decided to move our
business closer to home (from SLO) and found it to be very
friendly to do business here.
Guest House Grill
Why do you belong to the Chamber?
All About Tabletops
To support the community and local businesses. Also to
promote my business and connect with others.
Atascadero Jewelry & Loan
Rick, Nelson, Farmers Insurance
Atascadero Mutual Water Company
W
e are excited
to announce
that we have
added Stephanie Roberts to our staff as Membership Development.
Stephanie was born and
raised in the SLO county area and graduated
from Cal Poly.
She has worked in
non-profit management for over 10 years including
SLO YMCA and the North County Christian School.
Stephanie has 5 kids ranging from Kindergarden
through 6th grade. Stephanie’s husband Joshua
Roberts works as a Civil Engineer at RRM Design
Group.
She enjoys her North County life of riding her
horses, entertaining, traveling and spending time
with friends and family.
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January 2013
Designers Outlet Stores
Established: 2012
Chamber Member: 1 year
What brought you to Atascadero to open a business?
We liked Atascadero and the area. We liked the fact that there
isn’t any major retail clothing in Atascadero and we thought it
would be a great opportunity to open high end retail store.
Why do you belong to the Chamber?
It is a great way to be a part of the community and to have
our name out there.
Aletha Silverstein
Mike Talen
8315 Morro Rd., Suite 202
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 952-5535
6917 El Camino Real
Atascadero
(805) 461-1899
Established: 2010
Established: 2003
Layered Accounting
Stephanie Roberts
Joins Chamber Staff
An investment in the Atascadero
Chamber of Commerce is one of the
strongest assets a business can have.
Chamber Member: 1 year
What brought you to Atascadero to open a business?
Cold Stone Creamery
Chamber Member: 10 years
What brought you to Atascadero to open a business?
I live in Templeton and most of my clients are in SLO.
Atascadero seemed like the perfect happy medium.
This is a wonderful family town and we sell ice cream and
cupcakes!
Why do you belong to the Chamber?
Why do you belong to the Chamber?
There are so many benefits with such a great organization,
such as networking, advertising and updates on community
news and activities.
Great Business contacts which I enjoy. It is also very helpful to
be kept up to date on all of the business activities in town.
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Atascadero Chamber of Commerce
BUSINESS REPORTER
Networking Opportunities
Women
in Business
Exciting New Year Begins
Friday January 18th at
Colby Jack Café
“What’s A Girl To Do?”
Y
ou are invited to hear from Dr. Carolyn McGaughey,
Naturopathic Doctor, in a discussion about how to be
a little healthier, happier and slimmer this New Year.
We will all be taking a look at the affect our hormones and
stress levels can have on our mood, our motivation, and our
dietary choices. Learn just what you can do to achieve the
high level of wellness we all desire!
Barbie Butz
Dr. Carolyn
McGaughey
Jeannie Malik
The Children’s Museum at
the Paso Robles Volunteer
Firehouse
Colby Jack Café
623 13th Street, Paso Robles
238-7432 • www.pasokids.org
WIB Attendance: 3 years
Jeannie Malik, Dr. Carolyn McGaughey, Sheri VanFleet, Kelly
Long, Jessica Hamilton, Barbie Butz, Kim Croft
T
he Atascadero Chamber of Commerce presented their
Second Annual Holiday Fashion Show Luncheon on
December 7, 2012 at the beautiful Castoro Cellars.
Kelly Long owner of Kelly’s Casuals showcased her latest
styles in professional, career and casual attire to over 80
attendees. Kelly’s sparkling personality and enthusiasm
wowed the ladies as she introduced the models, walking and
swaying across the stage in the beautiful outfits from Kelly’s
Casuals.
Catering by Chef Charlie provided a delicious meal and
luscious dessert. The tables were set with gorgeous gold
tablecloths that Jaynee Orcutt, owner of Arlyne’s Flowers,
beautifully decorated with Holiday Centerpiece available at
her store.
Festive, Tacky, and Tasteless:
Only NCYP Could Look This Good
N
By Dr. Carolyn McGaughey, N.D.
ot only are the North County Young Professionals
adept at networking and marketing, but it turns out
they know how to dress, too. The patrons and staff
of Que Pasa` restaurant in Atascadero were treated to quite
the gathering of festive tasteless and tacky holiday sweaters
and miscellaneous attire on Thursday, December 6th as the
Young Professionals gathered to celebrate the holiday season
in...umm... style…or not, as the case may be.
Christmas sweater vests seemed to make quite an impressive showing and wooed the judges into awarding one such
wearer, George Lyon, “The Tackiest Sweater Award” for the
night. Atascadero attorney, Adam Daner, couldn’t help but
impress attendees with his choice of red ladies Christmas
tree sweater with matching Santa shorts; and Greg Modica
of Modica Financial and Tax could easily have been in the
running for “Best Use of Electricity on a Sweater” for the
3-dimensional Christmas tree and real working Christmas
lights adorning his cerca 1980’s sweater.
Despite the garish fashions gracing the floors of Que Pasa`,
owner Omar Cisneros, in his usual way, was more than generous and gracious to attendees, providing a delicious array
of appetizers to the NCYP-ers. In speaking to the group,
he encouraged the Young Professionals to understand that
Kim Croft
Ms. Tamara Richardson
Friday, January 18, 2012 | 11:30 a.m.-1p.m.
Second Annual Holiday Fashion Show
Sheri VanFleet
WIB MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Mark Your Calendar:
$25 for Members, $30 for Non-Members
Reservations, Payment or Cancellations required by noon, Tuesday,
January 15, 2013. Please call Joyce at 466-2044 to make your
reservations or online at www.atascaderochamber.org.
Jessica Hamilton
Linda Hendy, Traci Hollinger, Dustie Kaczmarek, Cindy Michael,
Kathy Nutt, Amy Summer, Tricia Williams, Mary Ann Tardiff,
Joyce Stewart, Katy Deshotels-Moore, Marguerite Pulley
success comes with
much hard work and
that they should always
consider the financial
risk that comes with
opening a business, but
that it can be done as
evidenced by his own
success in opening four
Que Pasa` restaurants,
and soon to be five with
his new location in San
Luis Obispo.
Colby Jack Café` featuring Cassie’s Custom
Cakes also provided a President, Lauryn Fransicso and Robin
tasty treat for the group Ewing are leading the way for fun at
by donating beautifully their NCYP Mixer at Que Pasa.
wrapped
Christmas
Much fun was had as NCYP’s decked the halls with their favorite
ugly sweaters! Left to right are: Robin Ewing, Joe Modica, Adam
Daner, Paul Shannon, Drew Lewis, Ryan Dion Front Row: Paul
Gaines, Cynthia Green, George Lyon, Lauryn Francisco, Dr.
Carolyn Jones McGaughey.
The Paso Robles Children’s Museum is an
intergenerational educational facility. Providing a
bright, cheerful and friendly place for children to
experience the world though play. The Museum features
interactive exhibits reflecting the volunteer firefighting
heritage of Paso Robles and the rich agricultural
influences of the North County.
Why do you love Women in Business? I treasure
the opportunity to network with women who have
influenced me, believed in me and encouraged me.
Two women come to mind. First Janice Felde, owner
of Atascadero Children’s Center encouraged me to
continue my education in Administration of Children’s
Educational Programs. Barbie Butz has inspired me
through her dedication to our children to do more for
the youth of our community.
cookies, which were raffled off to attendees throughout
the night.
Overall, the Tasteless and Tacky Holiday Sweater Party
was a success for the North County Young Professionals,
and proved that style, or lack thereof, can translate into
fruitful networking and marketing opportunities.
NCYP would again like to extend our sincerest thanks
to Omar Cisneros and Que` Pasa` restaurant for hosting
and sponsoring the event, and to Colby Jack Café` featuring Cassie’s Custom Cakes for their generous cookie
donation.
The NCYP committee would also like to wish everyone a very happy holiday season, and we’ll look forward
to resuming our NCYP events in February, as we will be
taking a break from our activities in January.
And remember, we “Like” You, so “Like” Us on Facebook so we can keep you up-to-date on what’s happening in 2013!
Mandi Derringer, Dr. Carolyn Jones McGaughey, Adam
Daner, Ross Tenhaeff, and guest show off their “Ugly” sweaters
at the recent NCYP Mixer.
January 2013
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Atascadero Chamber of Commerce
BUSINESS REPORTER
Building Business
Labor Law Corner
with Mary Ann Tardiff
Centennial Kickoff Sure to be an exciting night!
T
he once-in-a-lifetime Atascadero Chamber of
Commerce Centennial Kickoff and Annual
Awards Dinner will be held January 12th.
This special night will be dedicated to celebrating
our Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, Business Person of the Year, Community Service Award,
Organization of the Year and Ambassador of the
Year, as well as recognizing our outgoing Board of
Directors and welcoming our new 2013 Board of
Directors. The festivities will begin with the social hour and silent auction at 5:30 pm, followed by
dinner at 6:30 pm with the awards program and live
auction following at 8:00 pm.
As always, the evening promises to be filled with
fun and excitement but seating is limited. For
information, contact the Chamber office, 466-2044
or email [email protected]
Promote Your Business by
Donating and Auction Item!
This is our only fundraiser for the year and we are
in need of Auction Items. If you have something
you would like to donate, please call the Chamber
office at 466-2044. We can take large or small items.
Remember, this is a great way to get your name in
front of the business people and the influential in
our county. So take a moment and think about
what you would like to donate. What does your
company have to offer? If you don’t have a product
or service to donate, you might think about looking
at our website and finding another chamber member
that you purchase a basket or gift certificates from.
This will still allow you to market your business
name and promote your company as well.
Volunteers Needed!
As we near this exciting evening, we are looking
for volunteers to help in such areas as pouring wine,
helping with the silent auction as well as the live
auction. If you are interested in volunteering, please
call our office at 466-2044.
New California
Employment Laws
for 2013
G
overnor Jerry Brown recently signed into law a number of employment-related bills that may have a significant impact on employers with employees based in
California. The most notable are discussed below. Unless otherwise specified, each of these news laws takes effect on January 1, 2013. Employers with employees in California should
review their employee handbooks, policies, and practices to
ensure compliance with these new requirements.
FEHA’s Definition of “Sex” Expanded to Protect Breastfeeding
The California Legislature has taken another step to expand
the definition of “sex” under the California Fair Employment
and Housing Act (FEHA), which prohibits specified discriminatory practices in employment. Under existing law, “sex”
includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth. AB 2386 expands
the definition of “sex” to include breastfeeding and medical
conditions relating to breastfeeding.
Religious Accommodation under FEHA Enhanced
Under FEHA, employers must reasonably accommodate
religious beliefs and observances of their employees unless the
accommodation would create an undue hardship for the employer. AB 1964 clarifies that religious dress and grooming
practices are covered “beliefs and observances.” In addition,
the new law states that FEHA’s “significant difficulty or expense” definition of undue hardship, not the narrower federal
Title VII standard, applies to the FEHA religious discrimination section. AB 1964 also specifies that segregation, such as
assigning an employee to a stock room out of public view, will
no longer be an acceptable religious accommodation.
mation for any personal social media, or that they “divulge”
any personal social media. “Social media” is broadly defined
to include any “electronic service or account, or electronic
content, including, but not limited to, videos, still photographs, blogs, video blogs, podcasts, instant and text messages, email, online services or accounts, or Internet Web site
profiles or locations.” A limited exception will allow employers to ask employees to divulge their personal social media for
the purpose of an investigation into alleged employee misconduct or violations of law.
Employee Rights To Inspect Personnel Files Clarified
While existing California law already provides employees
with the right to inspect their personnel files, the law was previously unsettled on certain specifics of that process. AB 2674
eliminates some of that confusion by amending the Labor
Code to specifically require that employers retain personnel
files for at least 3 years following termination of employment,
and to permit current and former employees (or their representatives) to inspect and receive a copy of their personnel
records within 30 days of a request to do so.
The new law also specifies that an employer is not required
to comply with more than 50 requests for copies of personnel
records by “a representative or representatives of ” employee(s)
in one calendar month. In addition, the new law requires that
employers develop, and provide upon request, a written form
employees may use to request access to, and a copy of, records
in their personnel file.
Temporary Services Employers Must Provide Extra Detail
on Wage Statements
Beyond the extensive wage statement requirements already
in place for California employers under the Labor Code, AB
1744 will amend the Code to require that temporary services
employers (with the exception of certain security services
companies) include additional information on employee wage
statements. Specifically, temporary service employers will also
have to include the rate of pay for each separate assignment,
the name and address of each entity that secured the temporary employee’s services, and the total hours worked for each
such entity. These new requirements for temporary services
employers will not take effect until July 1, 2013.
Employee Social Media Privacy Interests Protected
AB 1844, an addition to the California Labor Code, will
prohibit employers from requiring or requesting that employees or applicants disclose their user name or password infor-
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day as it should be Celebrated–In Ireland!
Holiday Mixer
Scenic Ireland
Chamber Discoveries
Departing
March 13, 2013
Call Joyce at the Chamber for more information, 466-2044
graphic design solutions to enhance your image
logos • brochures • catalogs
flyers • posters • newsletters
JP & Uloppi Patel, Owners of Best Western PLUS
Colony Inn hosted a beautiful Holiday Mixer.
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January 2013
ads • rack cards • web design
805.460.0870 • www.jemdesigngraphics.com
Atascadero Chamber of Commerce
BUSINESS REPORTER
Voice of Business
Holiday Mixer
News From
The City
By City Manager, Wade G. McKinney
T
he approaching New Year promises to bring many reasons to celebrate our community and we have two very
special centennial celebrations planned that will span
the entire the year. The festivities will begin mid-February,
when we celebrate legendary photographer and Atascadero
resident Joe Schwartz’s 100th Birthday and then again in July,
when we can anticipate the re-opening of our beloved historic
City Hall building.
In February, we will celebrate Schwartz’s life and career.
From the 1930s to the 1970s, Joe captured the everyday lives of
“economically dispossessed” ordinary folks living in the slums
or housing projects of Los Angeles and New York. His photos
of racially mixed people were considered too controversial
to sell, prior to the civil-rights movement, however, in the
last decade, his prints are being sold for as much as $1,000.
Schwartz describes himself as a folk photographer, and
although his work was considered documentary photography
when he started out, his work is now considered fine art.
For information about Joe’s work, please go to: http://www.
joeschwartzphoto.com/
In July, our administration building, a registered state and
national historic monument originally completed in 1918, is
slated to re-open. Since October 2010, we have been working
diligently to repair the building to modern safety standards
and to restore the building to its original glory. With the
generous funding for the reconstruction granted by FEMA,
we have been able to meet the milestones of this project that
is so dear to the heart of our community. The roof tile at the
top dome and the replacement of the upper drum brick is
complete, and in the lower rotunda, the decorative ceiling
From the Office of Supervisor
Jim Patterson
5th District Supervisor
It’s Been a Pleasure to
Serve You and I’m Proud
of Our Accomplishments
I
t has been both an honor and a pleasure to serve the residents of San Luis Obispo County as 5th District Supervisor these past eight years. I leave office knowing that the
county is well positioned to continue to serve our residents
effectively and efficiently. We are fiscally sound, with a balanced budget and an improving economy. I entered office
when the economy was booming only to experience a global
and national economic meltdown not seen since the Great
Depression. Through sound fiscal management and planning, we were successful in weathering that storm to build a
county that is among the top in the state.
As I took office in 2005, I wholeheartedly embraced the
county’s mission to enhance the economic, environmental
and social quality of life for all residents of the county. I
wanted county residents to have the same opportunities I had
when I graduated from Cal Poly and became a permanent
county resident 40 years ago. I placed my focus and energy
on improving public participation in local government,
addressing the housing shortage, improving the local economy
and protecting our natural environment. Despite the “Great
Recession”, we have made tremendous progress these past
eight years. Our success is a tribute to both the ingenuity and
dedication of county employees and the sound management
and forward thinking of county leadership. I am pleased to
highlight many of our county’s accomplishments during my
two terms in office.
San Luis Obispo County continues to be a leader among
counties on many fronts including our award winning budget
preparation, our Housing Element and our Conservation
Like IWO Flag Raising © Joe Schwartz
painting is underway. Next, the masons will focus on the
lower façade brick that will continue into 2013.
In the coming year, our community can reflect on how our
founding father Lewis wanted the Colony of Atascadero to be
California’s first master planned, sustainable and progressive
community. The double-domed rotunda of our City Hall
that once symbolized sustainability and progressiveness, will
once again stand for the same optimism and cohesiveness that
has made our community what it continues to be today. I
look forward to celebrating these joyful milestones with you
as a community in
the coming New
Year and to see you
at the festivities
Wishing
you happiness,
good health, &
prosperity in the
New Year,
Wade McKinney,
City Manager of
Atascadero,
California
Members of the Atascadero Chamber enjoy the
festivities and great food and wine at the Holiday
Mixer at Best Western PLUS Colony Inn.
Greg Modica of Modica Financial and Barbie Butz,
Chair of Coats for Kids show some of the cute coats
that have been donated.
Polish National Home © Joe Schwartz
and Open Space Element.
Additionally, working with
the Economic Vitality Corporation and over 100 business
professionals, we developed and adopted a county-wide
Economic Strategy that lead to the adoption of an updated
Economic Element within the County’s General Plan. We
were one of the first local governments in the nation to
adopt an EnergyWise Plan that includes climate adaptation
strategies. Comprehensive water planning was achieved
through the adoption of the County Master Water Plan and
the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Management Plan. These
efforts, and more, were achieved through extensive public
outreach and participation by stakeholders and interested
members of the public.
The county’s economy is improving dramatically. The
construction to two large solar-electric projects and substantial
increases in employment in the visitor-serving sector; as well
as public infrastructure projects such as the Willow Road
interchange and the launching of the $180 million Los Osos
wastewater project have brought employment opportunities
to our area. Soon, new libraries will be built in Cambria and
Atascadero, as well as an expansion to the women’s jail and
juvenile hall. These construction projects help provide much
needed local employment.
Like the rest of the country, we are experiencing an aging
workforce. The county has successfully taken several steps
in implementing smooth transitions in county management
and leadership. We have proudly promoted a new County
Administrative Officer, Dan Buckshi, and a new County
Counsel, Rita Neal, and have hired a new Assistant
Administrative Officer, Greg Schulte. County Auditor Gere
Sibbach and County Treasurer Frank Freitas also retired after
more than thirty years in public service, leaving a legacy of
sound fiscal management and making way for even more new
leadership opportunities.
Planning for change; fiscally, programmatically, and
personnel-wise, remains a critical function of progressive
management. I leave office knowing we are well positioned
to continue ensuring that the health and safety of county
residents remains a top priority and the protection of the
environment and nurturing a vibrant economy are essential
to maintaining the quality of life we all enjoy.
I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to have served you.
Jim Patterson, Fifth District Supervisor
Greg Modica of Modica Financial presents the winner
Wade McKinney, City Manager with a beautiful
flower arrangement donated by Jaynee Orcutt owner
of Arlyne’s Flowers
Best Western PLUS Colony Inn Staff Members
Nettie Murillo, Office Manager & Robin Ewing,
General Manager.
Beautifully decorated Christmas Tree.
January 2013
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Atascadero Chamber of Commerce
BUSINESS REPORTER
www.atascaderochamber.org
Members
Making News
Heritage Dance Classes – Social Group
Dancing for Ages 10-99: The Atascadero Recreation
Department is offering a NEW CLASS Starting January
8th! All the dancers interact and cooperate with each
other by doing quadrilles, vintage-style contras and circle
dances that emphasize traditional values and etiquette.
No prior experience necessary. You will learn how to
do the Virginia Reel, Quadrilles, Promenade Circle and
more! YouTube videos of Heritage Social Dances can
be found at www.heritagedanceevents.com Questions?
Contact Debra Newby at 801-4000.
Sign Up at Atascadero.org
Fee: $35for Four Weeks
$5 Discount for Family Members
Tuesdays: 6-7 pm at the Lake Pavilion
4 Week Classes held January – May
2013 Holiday BMX Camp: Do you like trick riding
BMX bikes? Do you want to learn new skills and tricks?
Would you like to learn in a positive environment? If
you answered yes to any of these questions; Come out
and learn to ride from some of the best BMX riders in
the area. Beginner to intermediate levels of BMX bike
riding ability are welcome. Our goal is to develop skills,
sportsmanship, and park etiquette. BMX riders must
bring a BMX bike, and a helmet. Protective elbow and
knee pads are highly recommended. The BMX camp will
be held January 2nd – 4th, 2013 from 9 am – 12 pm
for ages 8 – 16 years (5-7 years-parent must be present).
The fee is $50 for Atascadero residents and $55 for nonresidents.
Throughout this fun filled three day BMX camp you
will learn more about BMX bike trick riding, what
tricks and skills you want to work on, play some games,
have an optional BMX competition, and get to know
the A-town park staff! To get more information please
contact 461-5000 or 461-7606. Registration will be
taken at the A-Town Park at 5493 Traffic Way, Colony
Park Community Center at 5599 Traffic Way, Monday
through Fridays 9am – 6pm, or register online at www.
atascadero.org.
Chamber Shout-Out
Our Biggest
Fundraiser of the Year!
Annual
Installation Dinner
January 12, 2013
AUCTION ITEMS
NEEDED
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
If you are interested in donating
or volunteering for the kickoff
event of the Centennial Year give
us a call at 466-2044
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January 2013
Cal Poly Men’s Basketball – Chamber of Commerce
Night: Come in to the Chamber and get your 2 for 1 ticket
voucher for the Cal Poly Men’s Basketball game - Chamber of
Commerce Night January 5, 2012. Cal Poly will be taking
on UC Irvine.
Save Our Tails: Third Annual “Save Our Tails” Fashion
Show to benefit North County Humane Society. Please join
us at the Best Western Colony Hall, Atascadero from 1:00
PM to 3:00 PM Friday January 18th. Finger food and wine
will be served. Your $10 donation assists with medical care,
food, spay/neutering and daily care of the animals at North
County Humane Society. Get your tickets at Kelly’s Casuals
461-1800 or NCHS 466-5403. Bring one of the following
to get an extra raffle ticket: Bleach, Paper Towels, Friskies
Canned Food, Friskies Kitten Chow, Small Paper Plates,
Liquid Laundry Detergent, Windex or Cat Treats.
Centennial Daffodils: Be a part of the Atascadero
Centennial and put some color in your yard! Whether it is
your business or your home, you can brighten your place up
and be a part of the Centennial Festivities by adding a splash
of yellow daffodils to the mix! Your last chance to be a part of
the Atascadero Centennial Daffodil project!
Pick up your daffodils at the Atascadero Chamber of
Commerce. Make sure you are not the only one on your
block that doesn’t have daffodils in their yard! Pick up your
bulbs today, plant them and in the spring your “Atascadero
Centennial Daffodils” will be in full bloom!
In the Spirit of Giving, the Atascadero Chamber of
Commerce Women in Business collected donations
for Atascadero Loaves and Fishes. Their focus was to
help families in need, in our community that have school age
children. These children would normally receive free meals
at school, in some cases these are their only meals of the day.
During Christmas break these children don’t get these meals
and that is where we would like to help
2013 Holiday Scooter-Skate Camp: Do you like
skating & riding a scooter? Do you want to learn new skills
and tricks? Come join Atascadero’s Holiday Scooter-Skate
Camp for ages 8-16 (5-7 years – parent must be present). The
camp will be held January 2nd- 4th, 2013 from 12pm – 3pm.
The Scooter-Skate Camp will take place at 5493 Traffic Way
at the indoor A-Town Park. Throughout this fun filled three
day camp you will learn about skating and scooter riding,
what tricks and skills you want to work on, play some games,
have an optional skate and scooter competition, plus get to
know the A-Town park staff! The fee is $50 per resident and
$55 per non-resident. Registration will be accepted at the
A-Town Park 5493 Traffic Way during hours of operation,
and the Colony Park Community Center, from 9am – 6pm
Monday through Fridays, 5599 Traffic Way, or register online
at www.atascadero.org.
All participants must have a signed waiver form prior to
park entry and helmets with straps are required. To get more
detailed information on the A-Town Park hours of operations
please contact A-Town Park staff at (805) 461-7606.
Got News? Please contact Kim Austin at
the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce at
466-2044 to share your News with the
Community.
JANUARY 2013
SUNDAY
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MONDAY
TUESDAY
1
1
NCYP
Committee
13
8
9
Executive Board
Committee
14
15
Board of
Directors
Meeting
10
16
17
Legislative
Committee
CHAMBER
CLOSED
Martin Luther
King’s Birthday
27
28
12
18
19
25
26
(Colby Jack’s
11:30am-1pm)
(Chamber, 12 noon)
22
Annual
Installation
Dinner
Women In
Business
(TBD. noon)
21
11
(Pavilion on the
Lake, 5:00-11pm)
Ambassadors
20
SATURDAY
5
4
(Chamber, 9am)
7
(TBD, 1:30pm)
FRIDAY
Member
Benefits
Committee
Planning Commission Meetings, CHAMBER
Jan. 15th (City Hall, 7pm)
CLOSED
City Council Meetings,
Jan. 8th & 22nd (City Hall, 6pm)
6
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
2
3
23
24
30
31 Save the Date:
1
WIB Committee
(Chamber, 12 noon)
29
2
NCYP: Feb. 7th
Women in Business: Feb. 8th