February 2015 - Pismo Beach Chamber of Commerce

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PISMO BEACH, CA
PERMIT NO. 1
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
581 Dolliver St.
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
581 Dolliver Street
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 773-4382 Phone
(805) 773-6772 Fax
OR CURRENT RESIDENT
What’s inside:
EVERYONE HAVING FUN AT
THE 2015 installation &
awards dinner…
Lido restaurant
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From the Desk of the CEO
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Your Chamber Working For You
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City Council Report
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Marty’s Community Corner
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New Members/Renewing Members
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Business of the Month
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New Business of the Month
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February Events
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Mission Statement:
Business of the Year
PISMO COAST VILLAGE
RV RESORT
Citizen of the Year
HENRY MYERS
To Support and
Promote an
Atmosphere which will
Enhance the Economic
Vitality of our
Businesses and the
Quality of Life within our
Community.
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FEBRUARY EVENTS
7th: California Western Monarch Day, 773-5301
7th: Father/Daughter Dance, 773-7063, www.pismobeach.org
14th: HAPPY VALENTINES DAY
18th: Membership Luncheon, 489-1488
25th: Membership Mixer, Pismo Coast Shopping Plaza, 234-5912
28th: Cal Poly RPTA Auction & Dinner, 756-1246
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Creating a strong local
economy
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Promoting the community
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Providing networking
opportunities
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Promoting tourism
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Linking members with
business & government
“Discover Pismo Beach” KVEC-920AM Every Sunday at 12:30 PM
Join Anita Shower for lively conversation on topics relating to our wonderful city.
Photos by Robert Robert
& Rochelle Bento
FEBRUARY 2015
Volunteers of the Year
ROSS & JOANNE
CURRIE
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The Source
On January 15, 2015, the Pismo Beach
Chamber of Commerce held the Annual
Installation of Officers and Awards Banquet.
The Evening was Lovely, the Speakers
Eloquent, the Food Delicious, Recipients
Gracious, and the Silent Auction Bidders
Generous. To all who contributed their Time
CHAMBER STAFF
Chief Executive Officer
Peter Candela
peter@pismochamber.com
Executive Assistant
Rochelle Bento
rochelle@pismochamber.com
Visitor Information Center
Beth Stewart
Linda Liebig
Tommie O’Donoghue
info@pismochamber.com
Visitor Information Kiosk
Paul Lacey
April Thomas
Aveda Stafford
Barbara Nicholson
and Effort. . .
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MEET
BUSINESS
A NEW CHAMBER
OF THE MONTH
MEMBER
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BEACHWALKER INN & SUITES
Anil & Mike Panchal, Owners
490 Dolliver Street
805-773-2725
www.pismobeachwalkerinn.com
Driving Hwy 1, most of us noticed the complete remodel of a local motel that has been in
Pismo Beach since 1976. Brothers Anil and Mike Panchal purchased the Beachwalker Inn in
1999 and take pride in pleasing their repeat customers (50% of their business). They have a
seasoned staff that keeps the property spotless. The 19 comfortable rooms (including
suites) and heated pool make this a great get away. Each room has a Tempur-pedic bed,
microwave, refrigerator, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and there is a continental breakfast daily.
Only 2 blocks to the beach, their patio offers an ocean view. Anil and Mike own 6 other
hotels in Arroyo Grande, Santa Maria, San Simeon and Oakland. Their website will give you
a tour of the beautiful rooms at Beachwalker Inn & Suites.
CHAMBER AMBASSADORS
The Pismo Beach Chamber of Commerce is now accepting
Registrations for Restaurants, Wineries, & Breweries for the
The form is included in this newsletter.
Contact Rochelle at 805 773-43852 or
Rochelle@pismochamber.com with questions.
Anita Shower
Chief Ambassador
Miss Etiquette
Rita Canclini
California Fresh Markets
Narlene Carter
Keller Williams Realty
Jeff Chambers
Tommy Hilfiger
Kathy Fissori
Keller Williams Realty
Tickets for the April 25th
Event are now available for
purchase at
www.pismochamber com
$50 per/person
$25 Designated Driver
Don’t wait too long, last year we
Sold Out early!
This event is for 21 Years and Older!
Pat Holladay
Grand Awards
Moyses Muguira
Edward Jones
Robin O’Hara
Keller Williams Realty
Lori Sterling
Grandview Property Management
Peter Ward
Pismo Coast Village RV Resort
MEET A NEW CHAMBER MEMBER
MONGO’S SALOON AND RESTAURANT
Tom Rehder, Owner
Sean Nisbet, General Manager
359 W. Grand Ave.
Grover Beach
805-489-3639 www.mongossaloon.com
Who knew Mongo’s was an award winning restaurant? Opening in
September, 2005, with a varied menu that covers every appetite, locals enjoy gourmet
burgers, tacos, fish & chips, salads, ribs, etc. The chicken wings have won awards, as well
as their famous clam chowder. The Bloody Marys have won 18 contests in the past 9 years.
The Saloon also is popular for Happy Hours, with 8 TV screens, Live Music every Saturday,
Dance Parties, Pool, D.J., and Karaoke. The owner Tom Rehder, is a pro-football player, who
played in Super Bowl XXV. His nickname, “Mongo”, comes from the Alex Karras character in
the movie Blazing Saddles. Mongo’s Saloon & Restaurant is the best kept secret in the 5
Cities for homemade food at reasonable prices and a comfortable saloon with great music
and friendly staff. Log on to their website for upcoming bands and weekly food specials, you
will love Mongo’s!
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CHAMBER OFFICERS
President
Mike Spangler
Associate Member
Vice President
Marc Lebed
Law/Disputed Solution
Medicine, DPCS
COCO’S RESTAURANT
Treasurer
Rick Turton
Pacific Leisure Marketing
Secretary
Paul Jones
Associate Member
Past President
Roger Wightman
Sand Castle Inn
CEO
Peter Candela
EVERY VISITOR TO THE VIC AND VIK IS
YOUR POTENTIAL CUSTOMER
VISITOR CENTER
KIOSK on the PIER
Walk-Ins:
633
Phone Calls:
418
Out of Country
90
Emails:
154
Printed Brochures:
1130
Web Visitors:
2667
Page Visitors
18,427
Mobile Device Visitors: 851
Facebook Fans:
2,127
Walk-Ins:
Out of Country
YTD Web Visits:
62,252
YTD Page Visits: 343,415
REFERRALS
Lodging:
Dining:
Recreation:
Retail:
Real Estate:
Events:
Wine:
Camping:
317
42
VIC
65
117
426
172
17
136
40
30
Kiosk
15
118
298
60
3
60
21
51
TOTAL CONTACTS: 1368
TOTAL REFERRALS: 1613
CHAMBER BOARD MEMBERS
Greg Baker
Ameriprise Financial
DG ADVENTURES
Andrea Bradford
Morovino
Terence Concannon
Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa
Dr. Robert Higginbotham
Pacific Eye
Melissa Moscardi
Pismo Brewing Company
Barbara Parra
Best Western Shore Cliff Lodge
Joseph M. Scott
Social Media Solutions, Strategic
Gary Stone
Mackey & Mackey Insurance
Anthony Wells
Beach Walk Resort, LLC
FARMER’S MARKET
EVERY WEDNESDAY
PISMO PIER
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO EVERYONE
THAT DONATED TO THE INSTALLATION
SILENT AUCTION
Best Western Plus Shore Cliff Lodge
SeaCrest Oceanfront Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn
Cliffs Resort
Dolphin Bay
Giuseppe’s
Penny’s All American
Zorro’s Café & Cantina
CoCo’s Restaurant
Scotty’s Bar & Grill
Rosa’s Ristorante Italiano
F. McLintocks
Del’s Famous Pizzeria & Italian
Pismodise
Pismo Pedicabs
Lion’s Club
Harry & David
Rosa’s Boutique
Pismo Beach Surf Shop
Keller Williams
Gee Consultants
Curves
DG Adventures
Beach Cycle Rentals
Anita Shower
Avila Beach Realty-Jim LaMarca
Rita & Chris Canclini
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Blue Seal Inn—2 Years
Don & Mamta Ranat
La Perla Del Mar Chapel—3 Years
Shelly Malcolm
Subway—1 Year
Daljit & Rani Chohan
Charla Anderson—5 Years
Mackey & Mackey Insurance Agency, Inc
Sun Coast Smiles—4 Years
Brian Hanratty
CITY COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS...Jan. 6, 2015
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Gary Stone—8 Years
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Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards—3 Years
Saucelito Canyon Vineyard—2 Years
Keith Kelsey
Nancy Greenough
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Bring
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INSTALLATION & AWARDS DINNER
“MARTY’S PISMO BEACH COMMUNITY CORNER”
Ambassador of the Year
PETER WARD
President’s Award
GARY GROSSMAN,
COASTAL COMMUNITY BUILDERS
Presentations: Admin. Services Director introduced newly hired Accounting Clerk, Jana
Etteddgue
Public Comment Period: Dr. Paul Jones offered a prayer, Alan Aherne spoke about concerns
regarding using property as vacation rental and the collection of TOT
Consent Calendar: Approved as presented
Public Hearings: Request from community input regarding 2015-17 budget items, goals and work
plans. Southbound 101 traffic issues, arterial road, Bello Bridge, recycled water program, old city
hall, underground utilities, Pismo Preserve
Item 7.A: City Council Goal Setting Workshop, Jan. 23, 2015 at 10:00 am
Item 7.B: Review of IT status and IT strategic plan implementation update, staff report, info only
Item 7.C: Purchase of Load and Pack and Appropriate Funds, Passed
City Manager’s Report: James Lewis announced vacancies on advisory bodies, siren testing,
photo contest, Shell Beach Library re-opening, traffic and circulation workshop
City Attorney’s Report: nothing to report
City Council Comments and Requests: Investigate options for online payment opportunities,
conference call with Greg Burns, City Lobbyist, SLOCOG getting the southbound 101 lane
completed, joint meeting with SCT and RTA, SLOCOG recognized nationally for their best
practices
Council Subcommittee Reports: info reported under section11, City Council Comments/requests
Pulled Consent Agenda Items: Approved Investment Policy dated 1-6-2015
“Marty’s Pismo Beach Community Corner”
Martin L. Meltz, Ph.D.
Action for Healthy Communities"
A Collaborative Preparing Community Needs Assessments
Director of the Year
TERENCE CONCANNON
Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) was started in 1998 as a "collaborative", with participation by agencies
and public and private organizations committed to improving the overall quality of life in SLO County. There
are currently more than thirty (30) such organizations participating. ACH, approximately every three years,
undertakes a community wide study covering seven different "sectors," issuing topic specific folios on
important matters facing our community. The report is now called "Vital Signs - Understanding SLO County."
Its 7th and most recent folio focuses on "Homelessness in SLO County." The study has a large enough
sample size so that information in its reports can be provided for the four major regions of the County: South,
North, Central and Coastal.
A Steering Committee oversees the implementation of the studies and dissemination of the resulting reports.
2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Steering Committee is comprised of representatives from various sectors, such as health, education,
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county government, social services, and planning and development An independent research firm is hired to
conduct a random digit-dial telephone survey and collect secondary data for the reports. The Steering
Committee oversees additional face to face surveys for special populations, such as monolingual Spanishspeaking parents and homeless persons.
The mission of Action for Healthy Communities is to "develop a comprehensive planning approach to identify
and address community needs," with the goal to inspire "collaborative efforts with community partners to
implement effective programs that improve community health and well-being." This is in part accomplished by
providing "valid information on an ongoing basis to service providers, policy-makers and funders concerning
the creation, management and support of programs."
The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County serves as the fiscal agent for the ACH (and is also one
of its sponsors) For additional information about Action for Healthy Communities, and access to other recent
reports ("Status of Children in SLO County" and "Cost of Living," please visit its web site at:
www.ActionSLO.org