June, 2014 - Tracy Chamber of Commerce

Vol. 14, Issue 6
JUNE 2014
Chair Message
2
City /Downtown News
3
Retirement Planning
4
Member News
5
Member Spotlights
6
Professional Services
7
Calendar
8
“Creating A Communit Where Business Thrives” Perfect Cuts Opening
2014
Golf Tourney
www.tracychamber.org
May Mixer
A Message from the
2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Board Chair:
Mike Donaghy, West Valley Mall
Board Chair….
Lisa Aguilera, Keller Williams Realty
Did you know that your Chamber
hosts quarterly City of Tracy
Liaison Meetings? You may be
wondering what goes on in these
meetings? Who goes? Who cares?
Dan Ball, McLane
Larry Benson, Nationwide Insurance
Sheri Facciolla, Patriot Pest Management
Bill Fields, Surtec Systems, Inc.
Will Fleet, Tracy Press
The Chamber City Liaison
Meeting is a quarterly event where
city staff update the Chamber and
its membership on the following areas: retail and
entertainment growth and development activities,
industrial and business growth, as well as new
businesses relocating into our community. This is an
opportunity to meet one on one with the City and learn
what development and business growth is taking place.
This is your one stop place to get the latest in
development and City news updates.
Dr. Jim Franco, Tracy Unified School District
Other topics of interest are also discussed like recent
sales tax growth in the City, the recent retail survey,
special City events and promotions such as the Shop
Local Campaign. This is an opportunity to learn what is
going on first hand and talk directly with City staff.
Al Santa Catalina, Buffalo Wild Wings
In addition to the Chamber board members, all
Chamber members are invited to attend. This firsthand
knowledge can help you grow your business and give
you first-hand information to make better informed
business decisions. If you are like me you want to know
about new competition that is coming to town before
they get here and or any other relevant information to
help make better daily business decisions. We all care
about our business environment and our City and in
order to be informed, plan on attending the upcoming
City Liaison meeting at the Chamber offices on
June, 16th at 4:00 pm. The meeting generally lasts
about an hour. Please RSVP to the Chamber office at
209-835-2131.
In case you can’t attend this meeting, future
meetings will be held September 15th and December
15th all at 4PM at the Chamber office.
Please make plans to join us!
-Mike Donaghy Board Chair
Tracy Chamber of Commerce
Bruce George, Thrivent Financial
Daniel Greene, Bank of the West
Dana Cooper, PG&E
Cliff Hudson, Fresh Coat Painters
Nolan O’Brien, Lawrence Livermore Lab
Robin Lopez, Taylor Farms Pacific
Scott McFarland, Journey Christian Church
Doshia Myrick, Fairfield Inn Tracy
Tammy Shaff, Sutter Tracy Hospital
Chad Wood, Willbanks & Wood PLC
CHAMBER AMBASSADORS
Lisa Aguilera, Keller Williams Realty
Julie Andrade, Andrade Chiropractic
Karen Aranda, Altamont Mechanical Heating/Air
Gemaine Clark
Dave Garcia, Dave Garcia Designs
Bruce George, Thrivent Financial
Virna Hudson, Fresh Coat Painters
Ray Lopez, Keller Williams Realty
Conrad Levoit, Levoit Advanced Protective Services
Carol Newman, Surtec Systems, Inc.
Brian Schilling, Zero BS Marketing
Lon Swanson, Journey Christian Church
CHAMBER STAFF
Sofia Valenzuela, President
svalenzuela@tracychamber.org
Maria Valenzuela, Membership/Event Services
mvalenzuela@tracychamber.org
Robin Paloma, Events Assistant
events@tracychamber.org
Alyssa Mupo, Hire Me First Program Coordinator
hiremefirst@tracychamber.org
Carol Neely, Receptionist
www.tracychamber.org
What’s Happening
in your
City...
What’s Happening
in your
Economic Development:
Sports Authority in the West Valley Mall
set to open in August
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Red Robin construction underway with
opening slated for November
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Grant Bar & Lounge to open behind
Extended Stay America.
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New eateries to open at the Tracy Pavilion
center on Naglee Rd. including 2nd location for Dickeys BBQ,
Extreme Pita and Ono Hawaiian BBQ.
 Oak Valley Community Bank to occupy part of the former
Ward Real Estate building on corner of 11th & Central in
Downtown Tracy.
 Origins Books to open in June in the former Ria Mia Beads
location on 10th Street.
The 2014 Summer Block Party Series
continues with “Boots, Chaps & Cowboy
Hats” on June 13th and “Rhythm & Blues”
on June 20th. The free Block Parties are held
at the Downtown Plaza (6th Street and
Central Avenue) from 6 to 9 p.m. Food and
beverages are available for purchase.
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Tracy Highlights:
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Unemployment rate for Tracy continues below California
average at 7.2%. Far below surrounding cities (Manteca10.1%; Lodi 8.8%; Stockton 14.3%)
Sales tax for Tracy continues in an upward trend showing a
12.7% increase. Increases for other cities included Lodi 6.6%,
Manteca 4.8% and Stockton 2.8%.
For more information about the City of Tracy visit www.ci.tracy.ca.us
Downtown...
The Downtown Tracy Farmers' Market is
open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The new Wednesday
evening market begins on June 4thand runs through August
27th from 4 to 8 p.m.
EMOS Korean Restaurant (31 W. 10th Street) and Thai
Jasmine (29 W. 10th Street) are now open! SweeTarts Bakery
has chosen to locate in Downtown Tracy (1020 B Street) and
will begin construction soon. Visit Main Street Music in their
new, larger location at 45 W. 10th Street.
This month's Third Friday falls on June 20th! Several
downtown businesses will remain open until 9pm. Don't miss
the extended shopping hours and specials!
Download the Downtown Tracy phone application, like us on
Facebook, and follow us on Instagram and Twitter for the
most up to date information!
For more information about Downtown Tracy, visit www.tracycitycenter.com
Elite Ambassador:
of the month:
Dave Garcia,
Dave Garcia Designs
Thank you for your
continuous support to the
Chamber and its members!
www.tracychamber.org
Don’t Rely Soley on
Uncle Sam’s Help
for Retirement
Twenty years ago, retirement
was a time to look forward to
and savor. But, today, we live
in uncertain times. So, for
most
working
adults,
retirement has become very
complex—requiring years of
planning, a well-thought-out strategy, and a
phase to be put off as much as possible.
We’re living more years in retirement.
Why? Company-sponsored pensions have all
but become extinct. Thanks to medical
advances and healthier lifestyles, people are
living longer. In the early 20th century, life
expectancy was 47.3 years vs. today’s life span of
nearly 79 years. According to data from the
Social Security Administration, a man who lives
to 65 will live on average to age 84, while
women of the same age should live to age 86. Or
course, this is good news; but we need to be
prepared for it.
The truth about Social Security.
And if you believe that Social Security will be
there to support you, think again. For retirees in
2013, if you retire at the full age of 66, your
maximum monthly benefit is $2,533—not
enough for many of you to live comfortably.
While there are no easy solutions, life insurance
can guarantee the protection of your loved ones
and also supplement your retirement savings if
the death benefit is no longer needed.
Leaving a legacy.
Life insurance’s primary purpose is to deliver
death benefit protection, which can provide a
generally tax-free legacy to your loved ones. But
permanent life insurance also carries “living”
benefits. Your policy earns cash value that
accumulates tax deferred. This means you do
not pay taxes on any of the accumulation within
the policy. Additionally, you can access that
money generally tax-free through policy loans.
This cash value can be used to fund college
expenses, a small business loan, or any other
anticipated or unexpected event.
In addition to the death benefit protection, the
cash value of permanent life insurance can also
be used to supplement your retirement income.
As such, it can be a vital piece of the complex
puzzle of retirement planning.
Article Courtesy of Erik Andersen, Agent,
CA Ins. Lic. #0G64204 New York Life Insurance
To learn more about the information or topics discussed,
please contact Erik at 209-914-6010.
www.tracychamber.org
Member News
Welcome to the
Chamber New
Members!
Small Business Vendor Fair by Events by Che
Come and visit area businesses such as One Perfect Dazzle,
Hendi’s Loving Hands, Diva Fashion for You, Princess House, and
more on Saturday, June 21st from Noon-4PM a the Lathrop
Holiday Inn. For more info visit www.eventsbyche.com . Guests
who visit the Events by Che table during the fair will have the
chance to register for a raffle to win a mini-session photo package
courtesy of Vinay Visions which includes a 60 minute photo
session.
Casa Grande Mexican Restaurant
30 W. 10th Street, Tracy, CA
209-836-5344
Javier Arias
*Restaurants - Dining
Tracy Cancer Support Group Speaker Series
Sutter Tracy Hospital would like to invite any cancer survivors,
fighters, friends or family members to attend one or all of the
upcoming presentations:
June 24th-Relaxation through Yoga
July 22nd-Coping with Art
August 26th-Healthier Meals for a Healthier You
September 23rd-Road to Recovery
Meetings are free and take place at the Sutter Community Room
at 6:30 p.m.. Call to register, 209-833-2328; space is limited.
Cakes by Jeff the Chef Launches Website
Newest Chamber member, Jeff Taylor, owner of Cakes by Jeff the
Chef has launched a website for his business. Please visit the
website for your next cake or dessert needs,
www.cakesbyjeffthechef.com
Corral Hollow Family Dental
1837 W. 11th Street, Tracy, CA
209-834-2990
Breanna Crider
*Dentists
corralhollowfamilydental@gmail.com
Hammercraft Construction & Development Inc.
Tracy, CA
209-814-9412
Tom Solveson
*Construction
tomsolveson@sbcglobal.net
Thank You for
Renewing!
Under 5 Years:
5-10 Years:
Bagel Street Café
Brite Smiles Dentistry
Buffalo Wild Wings
CMV Service
Linda Jimenez
Mount Oso Building Association
Ray Morelos
Ringer Chiropractic
Stroup Insurance & Financial Agency
The Great Plate Bar & Grill
Tori Verber-Salazar for District Attorney
Tracy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Verizon Wireless/Clickaway Mobile
Women’s Center-Youth & Family Services
BBVA Compass
Crop Production Services
Fresh Coat Painters
Hearts of Harvest Foundation
Jacobson CDI
Nationwide InsuranceLarry Benson Agency
PDQ Promotions Printing,
& Embroidery
Raley’s Fresh Market
San Joaquin County Office of
Sign A Rama
Education Workability I
Strings Italian Café
Tracy Women’s Forum Assoc.
West Park Executive Suites
11-20 Years:
Account Masters Bookkeeping
Delta Blood Bank
Fireworks & Stage FX America
Sutter Gould Medical Foundation
Take Care Termite & Pest Control
Tracy Police Officers Association
West Valley Mall
Juan Barragan-Team Barragan
18 W. 11th Street, Tracy, CA
209-229-8882
Juan Barragan
*Real Estate
teambarragan@gmail.com
M.H. Elite Group/Klemm Real Estate
585 Wicklund Crossing Wy. Mountain House, CA
209-597-6186
Alicia Hernandez
*Real Estate
homesbyalicia@hotmail.com
20-30 Years:
Pioneer Americas, Inc.
www.tracychamber.org
Pampered Pet Grooming & Spa
1872 W. 11th Street, Tracy, CA
209-833-7600
Michelle Cooper
*Pet Grooming
pamperedgrooming2@yahoo.com
Pool Table Pros
470 W. Larch Rd, Ste#4, Tracy, CA
209-879-9192
Chris Weigart
*Billiard Service & Sales
nicoleptp@yahoo.com
Member Spotlight…
Storage Solutions by Mobile Modular
A storage container is just a storage
container, right? It can be, but at
Mobile Modular Portable Storage,
their mission is to provide each
customer with a portable space
solution designed to meet their
customer’s specific needs, combined
with a level of individual service that
exceeds expectations. Headquartered out of Livermore, CA, Mobile
Modular Portable Storage takes pride in being innovators in both
product design and in creating great customer experiences. Here’s
how they work to differentiate themselves from other portable storage
container rental companies in Northern California.
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Exceptional interactions: Fast quotes & deliveries of containers
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Exceptional products: Quality equipment & vast size selections
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Exceptional value: Competitive pricing
Have an upcoming project that might require extra storage
space? Contact Mobile Modular Portable Storage in Livermore, CA
for a quote or more information. A dedicated sales specialist is
available to speak with you Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm at
866-459-7600. You can also view their container offering and request
a quote online at www.mmrents-portablestorage.com.
Denham Honored
with IFDA Award
U.S. Representative Jeff
Denham (R-Turlock)
has been named a
recipient
of
the
International Food
Service Distributors
Association’s, (IFDA)
2014 Thomas Jefferson
Award.
The IFDA presents the
award to members of
Congress who demonstrate their commitment to strengthening
the free enterprise system. The award is based on voting records
during the 113th Congress on issues critical to the growth of the
foodservice distribution industry and the nation’s overall
economy.
“Representative Denham has taken positive votes on legislation
to support job growth, the private sector and free market
principles,” said IFDA President and CEO Mark S. Allen.
Featured in photo (Left-Right) Patrick Peters, COO of Saladino’s Foodservice
Distribution, Dan Ball, General Manager of McLane Food Service, Inc., and Craig
Saladino, President of Saladino’s Foodservice Distribution
Photo & Article courtesy of TurlockCityNews.com
SAVE THE DATE:
Business Building
Boot Camp
BUSINESS QUOTE OF THE MONTH:
“You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience
in which you really stop to look fear in the face”
- Eleanor Roosevelt Tuesday, June 17th
9AM-12PM
Transit Station
Attendees Will Learn How To:
*Create or improve your brand
*Increase awareness for your business
brand or personal brand
*Simple, effective sales, social media &
PR strategies
Cost: $35
Register by calling 209-835-2131
Or by clicking page 9 of the
e-newsletter
www.tracychamber.org
Tracy Chamber Professional Services Listing
JUNE 2014
AUTOMOBILE - REPAIRS & SERVICE
D & M Automotive………..………...…..209-879-9345
BANKS
Bank of Stockton………………...……..209-820-2000
BAR & LOUNGE
MJ’s Bar & Lounge LLC……………..…209-831-9948
BOOKKEEPING & PAYROLL
Account Masters Bookkeeping……....209-836-4961
ENTERTAINMENT
Creative Clowning Sparkles & Ravioli
…………………………………………......209-835-8383
ELECTRICIAN
3 Phaze Electric…………….………..…209-239-2700
FARMERS MARKET ASSOCIATION
Stockton Certified Farmers Market
……………………………………..……...209-943-1830
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Dave Garcia Designs…………….….…209-200-3283
GROCERY STORES
Grocery Outlet of Tracy………………209-836-2182
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
Altamont Mechanical Heating & Air
………………………………………….....209-346-2422
INSPECTIONS/SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION
All Aspect Inspections……………………,,,,,,………
www.allaspectinspections.com
INSURANCE SERVICES
Life, Home, Auto, Business, Workers Comp,
MORTGAGE LENDING
Pamela Dew-Diversified Capital Funding
…………………………………………..209-833-3338
MOBILE FOOD TRUCK
El Toro Food………………...……..…530-953-6614
MOVING & STORAGE COMPANY
Greater Bay Relocation Services, North
American Van Lines ………………209-830-4435
NON-PROFIT
Manteca CPR Classes………………209-817-8464
PET GROOMING
Pampered Pet Grooming & Spa….209-833-7600
REAL ESTATE
California Advantage Real Estate..209-836-3300
Lisa Aguilera—Keller Williams…...209-814-8256
Ray Lopez - Keller Williams….…...209-914-8010
SHOPPING - RETAIL
West Valley Mall Community Room Rental
……………………………..……209-836-4091 x108
SOLAR SALES
Verengo Solar……………....…..……209-814-6156
SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE
AFLAC…………………….……...……209-323-4183
TERMITE & PEST CONTROL SERVICES
Take Care Termite & Pest Control
……………………...............................209-832-7300
WATER WELL PUMP CONTRACTOR
Commercial, Domestic, Irrigation, 24 Hr.
I. J. Larsen Pumps, Inc……………209-529-2020
Motorcycle, Boat
Larry Benson Nationwide Insurance
………………………..……...……...…...209-229-1096
WEBSITE HOSTING & DESIGN
Nnvent…………………………….....888-408-2515
Your company can be listed here for just $100 per year. Call 209-835-2131
www.tracychamber.org
June Meetings
06/03 & 06/17 12:30PM Hispanic Group El Tapatio
06/03 8:30AM Ambassadors at Chamber
06/12 12PM Starting Your Own Business at Chamber
06/12 & 06/26 12:30PM Asian Pacific Group at
Asian Cajun Crawfish
06/16 4PM City Liaison Mtg at Chamber
06/20 9AM New Member Orientation at Chamber
06/25 4PM Board Meeting at Chamber
June Events
06/10 8AM Coffee by American Red Cross at
Fire Station
06/17 9AM Business Boot Camp at Transit Station
06/23 1PM Ribbon Cutting at Brite Smiles Dentistry
06/26 5PM Business Expo Mixer at West Valley Mall
July Meetings
07/01 & 07/15 12:30PM Hispanic Group El Tapatio
07/01 8:30AM Ambassadors at Chamber
07/10 12PM Starting Your Own Business at Chamber
07/10 & 07/24 12:30PM Asian Pacific Group at
Asian Cajun Crawfish
07/23 4PM Board Meeting at Chamber
July Events
07/04
07/04
07/04
07/08
07/24
10AM 4th July Parade Downtown Tracy
11AM-8PM 4th of July Day at Lincoln Park
9:30PM Fireworks Show at Tracy High
8AM Coffee by Begin Again Skin
5PM Mixer at Buffalo Wild Wings
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