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Nationally Recognized,
Locally Owned
Serving our neighbors is what we do best. Our Ace Coop recognizes it
too, and has ranked us a Platinum Performance Retailer. We’re honored
to be acknowledged at the National level, but our greatest satisfaction
is serving our community with success. Our local product assortment,
neighborly advice, and expert customer service, combine to make Rio
Grande Ace Hardware a Do-It-Yourself destination. Whether you’re
harvesting rainwater, growing your own produce, lighting your home
more efficiently, fixing a water leak, or adding color with a low VOC
paint, we can help you help our environment. Visit either of our two
locations to experience the service standard that we set for Northern
New Mexico, and that earned awards from the Cooperative that is
undefeated in customer service according to JD Powers (7 years in a
row). We like the notoriety, but we love serving our community, and it
shows. Let us help you with your next green project and experience the
“Helpful Place” for yourself.
the helpful place
Two Taos Locations:
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www.riograndeacehardware.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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About NMGCC
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NMGCC Membership Information
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Why Think Local
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9 Reasons to Think Local First
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Directory
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PRB
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West is Best
Partnership for Responsible Business
How Public Lands in the West Create a Competitive
Economic Advantage
HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE
Each of our member businesses is committed to the Triple Bottom Line. This
philosophy requests that a business recognizes that their responsibility lies with
stakeholders rather than shareholders. Focusing on the “People,” “Planet,” and
“Profit” aspect of running a business emphasizes the importance of social
responsibility rather than strictly seeing a profit. Our member businesses each
have different challenges and opportunities because of their specific services or
specialties. Through this Think Local First guide, we hope to highlight the
efforts made by our locally owned businesses to not only think of the Triple
Bottom Line, but to inspire you through their commitment to our community. In
addition to their contact information, each company also has a section to
highlight their “green” practices. For the purpose of this guide, we have defined
locally owned as having the ability to make decisions locally and having 80
percent of ownership in New Mexico (or within 200 miles from Taos). By
supporting the locally owned businesses you find in this guide, you too are
recognizing the social responsibility as a consumer and making the Taos area a
better, more sustainable community.
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TAOS GREEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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ABOUT NMGCC
ABOUT US
The New Mexico Green Chamber of Commerce (NMGCC) is a 501 (c)(6)
non-profit. Founded in 2010, the NMGCC now has regional chapters in Taos
Santa Fe, Albuquerque/Rio Rancho, Las Cruces, and Southwest New Mexico.
The NMGCC creates new opportunities for business by advocating on behalf of
renewable energy, strengthening local economies, and seizing the green
business advantage. Our members believe in investing in people, protecting our
air, land and water, and creating long-term profits. We are where profits and
values meet.
OUR VISION
The New Mexico Green Chamber of Commerce and its local chapters are a
coalition of businesses and organizations dedicated to building healthy
Building Strong Local Economies: Through programs such as Think Local First,
the NMGCC promotes locally owned, independent businesses that contribute to
strong local economies. Locally owned businesses recycle a higher percentage of
profits back intothe local economy. Local businesses keep taxes in our community
to support schools, parks, police, fire departments, etc.
Supporting Green Business Practices:
contribute
to a sustainable future by greening the way that business is done. This will ultimately
improve the quality of life in our communities. Our Annual Recycling Recognition
program is designed to recognize both large and small businesses who have excelled
at reducing waste.
Promoting Green Businesses to Consumers: The NMGCC offers extensive
advertising and promotional opportunities to businesses that participate in the Green
Business Practices and Think Local First Programs. In addition, our online business
directory serves as a clearinghouse of information for consumers. Attracting
consumers to local and green businesses will encourage sustainable economic
development by keeping money in the community as opposed to money leaking to
out of state shareholders.
Creating Economic Development with Clean Energy: The NMGCC seeks to
economy with clean, renewable energy. New Mexico is ranked 2nd in the nation for
solar potential, 12th for wind potential, and has vast untapped geothermal and
biomass resources. The NMGCC is working to promote policies and practices that
energy development.
Growing Small Businesses: In 2006, small employers in New Mexico accounted
(Source: U.S. Dept. of Commerce: Bureau of the Census.) Recognizing the
importance of small business development, the NMGCC is a strong advocate for the
interests, development, and growth of small businesses in NM.
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“The history of every Nation is eventually written
in the way in which it cares for its soil.”
~President Franklin Roosevelt
P.O. Box 2787, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557
Physical Location: 202 Chamisa Road, Taos, NM 87571
575.751.0584 . tswcd.org
tswcd@newmex.com
Fall, 2013
Dear Taos Business Community,
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the
New Mexico Green Chamber of Commerce's
2nd Annual Taos Think Local First Guide.
This guide is an opportunity for local businesses
who are members of the NMGCC to highlight their
company's products or services in an effort to
encourage more local spending.
The New Mexico Green Chamber of Commerce was founded in 2010 with
chapters in Las Cruces and Silver City. The Taos Green Chamber of Commerce,
a Chapter of the NM Green Chamber of Commerce, began in September, 2011.
Through the work of an interim Steering Committee, the Taos Green Chamber
is developing its mission, vision and strategic direction. In 2012, the Taos
Steering Committee identified these potential areas of focus:
To date, the Green Chamber has been involved in several successful efforts in
Taos and throughout New Mexico in supporting the areas above and harnessing
the green business advantage. One of the biggest successes of the Taos area
designation by President Obama in March of this year. This designation will
bring more commerce to the region and increase much needed revenue from
visitors. The Green Chamber looks forward to continuing to support efforts to
encourage local consumer spending.
We would like to thank Chris Wood, Ad Manager at the Taos News, for his
advice and support in producing this guide. This guide would also not exist
without the hard work of Melissa Chavira, this year's amazing graphic designer,
who worked diligently within a short timeframe to deliver a superior product.
We are grateful for your work!
Sincerely,
President, Board of Directors
NM Green Chamber of Commerce
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Remodeling
New Construction
Super Efficient
Adobe Houses
Jose Romero
575.741.6040
AffAdobe@Taosnet.com
AffordableAdobe.com
Arroyo Hondo, NM
Granite Concepts
505-751-1998
Cabinets by Connie
505-816-8848
FREE ESTIMATES
Fall 2013
Dear Taoseños,
Congratulations on the second publication
of the Taos Think Local First guide!
This project by the New Mexico Green
Chamber of Commerce helps strengthen
Taos by encouraging more local buying
right here in the community.
Every dollar spent at local stores and
businesses has broader economic benefits
than a dollar spent at a national retailer.
Thank you for your continued support of
our local businesses.
Taos has a tremendous opportunity to attract more business to the area because of
the recent designation of the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument. With
increased local interest will come increased tourism revenue, and I applaud your
efforts to make Taos a welcoming destination for more visitors this year.
In Washington, D.C., I will continue to work on efforts that protect the beautiful lands
that we are proud to call home. As New Mexicans, we have a deep connection to the
land that has sustained generations, and as Taoseños, you know first-hand how
important preserving and protecting our land is to our way of life. In order to be good
stewards of the land, we must also protect our precious natural resources and care for
our environment. An important part of this effort is promoting a clean energy
economy that takes advantage of our abundant solar and wind resources and reduces
our dependence on fossil fuels. I look forward to continued work with the Taos
community to grow the use of renewable energy that is good for economy, good for
our environment, and good for our community.
It is an honor to represent you in Washington, and I encourage you to share
information about community activities and new initiatives with me and my staff. You
are always welcome to call us at 505-984-8950. I look forward to meeting with many
of you over the coming months, and as always, I look forward to enjoying all that the
Taos community has to offer!
Best regards,
Rep. Ben Ray Luján
U.S. House of Representatives
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The Best Selection of
Organic and Local Foods
in Taos
1
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Award Winner Every Year
Best of Taos GREEN Business
We are producing more TEMPTING TAKE-OUT
FOODS than ever before with our NEW KITCHEN!
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Cottam-Walker Ford
(575) 751-3200
1320 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
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NMGCC Membership Information
MEMBER BENEFITS
Learn From and Connect with Other Local Business Owners
Monthly networking and educational meetings
Monthly committee meetings wherein your business has an opportunity to
influence and develop the direction of our organization
Semi-monthly email announcements from members and the opportunity to
send your own announcements
Discounts on events, forums, workshops, and more
Newsletters
Sustainability Practices Program
Access to local and national BALLE networks. Business Alliance for Local
Living Economies (BALLE) is an organization that is focused on creating
real prosperity by connecting leaders, spreading solutions that work, and
driving investment toward local economies.
Statewide lobbying network that supports local business and the renewable
energy industry in our state.
Marketing and Promotion
Free listing in our Member Directory
Use of the Green Chamber logo and name for your business cards, shelf
tags, advertisements, website and fleet vehicles
Think Local First and Green Chamber business member window decals
An opportunity to showcase your business through our semi-monthly gatherings
Many member-to-member discounts between businesses
Opportunities to Strengthen our Community
Participate in educating our community about the importance of supporting
locally owned businesses that are stewards of our region
Teach, learn and find support from a community of like-minded local
business owners who share your challenges and vision
Advocate for policies that support independent local businesses and farms,
promote economic equity, and protect our clean air and water
Participate in our current initiatives, including:
Think Local First
Cash Mobs
Featured Business Column in our statewide newsletter (Circulation over 2,500)
Statewide Conferences:
Sustainable Business Summit
Renewable Energy and Clean Technology Conference
Recycling Recognition Program
Green Ribbon cuttings to welcome new members
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Shop Local,
Stay Local
When you rent from us you are GUARANTEED the following:
* Watch movies without purchasing lots of packaging that will end up in a landfill
* We will leave no carbon footprint from mailing discs back and forth
* We support many local causes and we stock lots of documentaries about green issues, from
food consumption and mountaintop removal, to natural cures for cancer
* We offer honest and caring employment to local people
* We support many local causes and recycle whenever
possible while providing a low cost way for members
of the community to entertain their families.
Video Casa
814 Paseo del Pueblo Norte
1353 Paseo del Pueblo Sur
575.758.2388
575.751.3995
Special Thanks to our
Statewide Visionary Sponsors
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TAOS GREEN
GREEN CHAMBER
CHAMBER OF
OF COMMERCE
COMMERCE
TAOS
Why Think Local
In a 2011 Economic Development Quarterly study of 2,953 counties
nationally in rural and urban centers alike, researchers found that the key
to reversing long-term trends of stagnating incomes in the U.S. lies in
further expansion and market consolidation by larger corporations.
In a 2004 Andersonville (IL) Chamber of Commerce economic study, for
every $100 in consumer spending with a local firm, $68 remain in the
Chicago economy; every $100 spent with a chain, only $43 remained in
the Chicago economy. For every square foot occupied by a local firm,
local economic impact is $179; for every square foot occupied by a chain
firm, local economic impact is $105.
Based on the 2011 analysis from the Maine Center for Economic Policy,
for every $100 spent at a local business in Portland, Maine, an additional
$58.03 is generated in local impact. By comparison, $100 spent at a
representative national chain store generates $33.43 in local impact.
TAOS
GREEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
THINK LOCAL FIRST
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Community services are here for
you to navigate your health and
increase wellness.
First Steps Home Visiting – Support for first time parents. Kids First – Strengthen the connections between children, parents, and community to
create vitality and long term health.
Medicaid Enrollment – If you’d like to get on Medicaid there are numerous categories
with specific eligibility requirements and benefits packages. Our navigators can help.
Taos Loves Kids Play Groups – For a detailed list of dates and times visit our website.
Nutrition Counseling – Registered dietitian Diane Johnson, RD, LD, MNT provides
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9 Reasons to Think Local First
Money Spent Local, Stays Local. Several studies have shown that money
spent in a local business stays in the community. For every $100 spent at a
locally owned business, $45 goes back into the community – and our tax
base. For every $100 spent at a chain store, only $14 comes back.*
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Local Owners are Local Contributors. Local businesses give a greater
amount of money to local causes. Nonprofits receive an average of 350%
more support from local business owners than they do from non-locally
owned businesses. They also directly inject money into the local economy
through payments of wages and benefits to local residents.
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Local Businesses Offer Stable Employment. Small local businesses are one
of the largest employers nationally, and local businesses offer greater loyalty
to their employees.
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Lower Environmental Impact. Independent businesses make purchases
requiring less transportation, and usually open and operate in commercial
corridors and in-town instead of developing on the fringe. This means less
sprawl, congestion, habitat loss and pollution. Higher densities and greater
access for pedestrians and public transit mean significantly less land
devoted to roads and parking lots.
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Promote Competition and Diversity. More local businesses equal more
competition and better prices. When certain businesses monopolize the
market, competition is gone.
Put Your Taxes to Good Use. Local businesses in neighborhoods need
comparatively less infrastructure investment and make more efficient use of
public services as compared to nationally owned stores entering the
6 generate a net annual surplus (tax revenue minus costs) of $326 per 1,000
square feet. Big-box stores, strip shopping centers, and fast-food outlets,
however, require more in services than they produce in revenue. A big-box
store creates an annual tax deficit of $468 per 1,000 square feet.*
Vote With Your Dollars. What you buy matters. Every time you choose a local
7 When you buy local, the ripple effect spreads from cash registers right to
your street.
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Keep New Mexico One-of-a-Kind. The unique shops, restaurants and
businesses who call our city home are a huge part of what makes New
Mexico inimitable. A multitude of small businesses, each selecting products
based not on a national sales plan but on their own interests and the needs
of their local customers, guarantees a much broader range of product choices.
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Invest in the Community. Locally owned businesses are run by people who
live here, work here, and are invested in the community with much more
than just their dollars. In an increasingly homogenized world, people are
more likely to invest in or move to communities that preserve their
one-of-a-kind businesses and unique attitude.
*Sources: The Economic Impact of Locally Owned Businesses vs. Chains: A Case Study in Mid Coast Maine, The
Institute for Local Self-Reliance and Friends of MidCoast Maine, September 2003; and Economic Impact Analysis:
A Case Study, Civic Economics, December 2002. *New Rules Project, Home Town Advantage Bullet in September
2003. *Tischler & Associates, Barnstable, MA.
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TAOS GREEN
GREEN CHAMBER
CHAMBER OF
OF COMMERCE
COMMERCE
TAOS
Town of Taos
Recycling Center
The Town of Taos recycling Center
has operated for the past 16 years
providing a drop-off recycling center
for their 5,500 town residents, as well
as residents from the entire region
of 32,000. Processing: mixed paper
corrugated cardboard, plastic 1 & 2,
glass, steal and tin cans, along with
electronic scraps, aluminum and
phone books. Taos processes on
average 1,200 tons of recyclable
materials each year.
201 Bertha Street, Taos
(575)758-9679
Hours of Operation
Tues - Fri 7:00am - 4:45pm
Sat & Mon 7:00am - 3:45pm
Directory
PO Box 1661
El Prado, NM 87529
baileyschimney@gmail.com
www.baileyschimney.com
(575) 770-7769
Bailey's Chimney Cleaning and Repair installs,
services and consults on wood stoves. Our
mission is help people gain energy
independence. We consult/inspect all wood
burning appliances. Bonded, insured, CSIA
certified and 16 years experience.
Taos Field Office
226 Cruz Alta Road
Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-8851
(575) 758-1620 FAX
As land managers, we balance competing uses of our public lands to meet
needs of current and future generations, including development of energy
resources that conserves other public lands resources – natural, cultural and
historic. www.blm.gov/nm/st/en/fo/Taos_Field_Office.html
Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-1148
www.cidsfoodmarket.com
A green grocery store with the best selection of local, organic and gourmet
foods in Taos. We recycle and buy produce from local farmers during season
and provide an outlet for products from local manufacturers.
Francina Trujillo
5542 NDCBU
Taos, NM 87571
Physical Address:
125 Camino de la Merced,
Taos
(575) 758-4491
francina@kxmt.com
www.radiointaos.com
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Locally owned and operated radio broadcasting
system, serving Northern NM including: Adult
Contemporary (KKIT 95.9FM), True Country
KKTC 99.9FM Angel Fire/100.7FM Taos, Spanish
Language (KXMT 99.1FM) and Talk Radio
(1340AM KVOT The Voice of Taos).
best price and service
in the industry.
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Nurturing Childcare for children
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481A State Road 150, Arroyo, Seco, NM 87514
575-776-8995 ∙ karinag@taosnet.com
Taos County is here to serve you...
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DJ Heckes, CEO
6207 Pan American Freeway, NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 828-0574
Toll Free: 1-877-964-1965
design@exhib-it.com
www.exhib-it.com
EXHIB-IT! is a woman-owned business with 50+ years of team experience.
Over 70% of our products are considered Green. We have graphic design
services to keep your branding consistent, while offering printing at
affordable prices.
Green Fire Times
c/o The Sun Companies
PO Box 5588
Santa Fe, NM 87502-5588
info@sunbooks.com
www.greenfiretimes.com
A monthly publication widely distributed throughout north-central NM.
GFT provides useful information for anyone interested in discovering the
wealth of opportunities and resources available in our region: community
members, business people, students, and visitors.
Habitat for Humanity of Taos
PO Box 1888
114 #E Alexander
Taos, NM 87571
ph. (575) 758-7827
fax (575) 758-0715
www.taoshabitat.org
HFHT operates The ReStore; a building materials
recycling center and home improvement store, whose
missions is to RECYCLE donations, RESELL them to
the public, and REINVEST into HFHT to help REBUILD
lives through building homes.
John Dunn Shops
120 Bent Street,
Taos, NM 87571
575.758.8110
http://www.johndunnshops.com
The John Dunn Shops line a beautiful pedestrian walkway in the heart of the
Historic District. All independent and locally owned, the shops offer something
for everyone and all price ranges. Taos merchants welcome you.
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Kimosabé Gallery
108 Teresina Lane
Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-8826
rewranch@taosnet.com
www.kimosabetaos.com
Kimosabé is a mecca for Indian art and antique
collectors and decorators from around the world.
Located in an 1860's adobe near the northwest
corner of Taos' main plaza, Kimosabé exudes the
charm of old Taos.
The KTAO Solar Radio
PO Box 1844
Taos, NM 87571
Physical location:
9 State Road 150, Taos
(575) 758-KTAO
K TAO@newmex.com
www.KTAO.com
KTAO Solar Radio is the community radio station for Taos, Los Alamos, and
Española. A resource in northern NM, KTAOS has broadcasted a 100% solarpowered radio signal from atop Picuris Peak for over 20 years.
Kit Carson Electric Coop
118 Cruz Alta Road
Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-2258
sfuhlendorf@KitCarson.com
www.kitcarson.com
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative serves Taos, Colfax and Rio Arriba counties.
KCEC is ranked #4 nationally in solar production by the Solar Electric Power
Association. We demonstrate commitment to community and environment
through our actions.
Mattress Mary's Taos Lifestyle.
710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571
575.758. 5885 or 575.613.1570
sleepsanctuary@gmail.com
www.sleepsanctuary.com
Sleep Sanctuary carries the largest
selection of quality, name brand mattresses
in the County. We have organic mattresses,
wool topper pads and sheets. Delivery
service and free removal of old mattress
(donated to C.A.V. Thrift Store).
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Move Into Balance
Feldenkrais® Studio
PO Box 2714
Taos, NM 87571
Physical location:
1335 Gusdorf Road, Suite J
(575) 779-7169
info@moveintobalance.com
www.MoveintoBalance.com
The object of this learning is to remove
outside authority from your inner life."
~Moshe Feldenkrais
Awareness Through Movement® &
Individual Functional Integration®.
A deeply profound wayof learning to move
with ease and grace.
New Mexico Educators Federal Credit Union
630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, 87571
North of La Posta Road
575-776-2703
www.nmefcu.org
With over 135,000 member-owners, we are the largest not-for profit-credit
union in New Mexico. We serve our members as the financial institution of
yesterday with all the convenience, technology and accessibility of today
and tomorrow.
New Mexico River Outfitters
Association
802 Early Street
Santa Fe, NM 87505
raftnewmexico.org
juliapyatt@gmail.com
NMROA is a collection of New Mexico's finest Outfitters seeking to promote
enjoyment of the river environment with the highest possible degree of river
safety for our employees and the outfitted public, whom we serve.
Positive Energy
211 Cruz Alta Rd.
Taos, NM 87571
(575) 737-9553
Toll Free: (855) 344-8931
info@PositiveEnergySolar.com
positiveenergysolar.com
Customers trust us to provide maximum value from their investment in solar
photovoltaic technology. Our local Solar Advisors can help you with all
your needs.
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Chimney Cleaning & Repair
P.O. Box 1661, El Prado, NM 87529
575-770-7769 or 505-988-2771
baileyschimney@gmail.com
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PPC Solar
1036 Reed Ln., Unit 1
Taos, NM 87571
toll free 877-736-5896
local (575) 737-5896
www.ppcsolar.com
info@ppcsolar.com
PPC Solar is one of the longest operating solar installation companies in
New Mexico. A family owned company for over 31 years, we strive to make
an honest profit in harmony with people and planet.
Peter Rommel, Realtor,
Associate Broker
Prudential Taos Real Estate
314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte
Taos NM 87571
575-758-1924
www.adobesoftaos.com
peteroutwest@hotmail.com
Fine homes, condos, cabins-in-the-woods, investment properties---let Peter
be your docent. An accomplished builder and entrepreneur, Peter has
renovated homes, built and operated a bed and breakfast, and owns raw
land---he can help.
Recycle Taos Collection
PO Box 548
Arroyo Seco, NM 87514
(575) 776-4000
taosrecycler@yahoo.com
premier private recycling service. We
specialize in easy, on-site pickup of
recycling from your business or home.
Call today to create a successful program
to suite your recycling needs.
Sol Luna Solar
56 C County Road 65
Dixon, NM 87571
(575) 770-7042
sollunasolar.com
info@sollunasolar.com
We offer PV, Solar Thermal Radiant and Solar Hot Water Installations.
Licensed Mechanical, Electrical and General Construction. SLS has the
skills and reputation to succeed. Ask about financing.
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Sage West Consultants
PO Box 1271
Taos, NM 87571
(575) 776-1479
William M. Brown
nmglobalwarming@yahoo.com
www.sagewestconsultants.com
SWC was formed to create the High Performance Building Ordinance for the
Town of Taos. Our team lives in the community and represents years of attention
to the region and its beauty, history, amenities and needs.
Studio Karina, LLC
Ana Karina Armijo
208 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, #407
Taos, NM 87571
(575) 770-1638
www.studiokarina.com
aka@studiokarina.com
Studio Karina offers a wide range of graphic
design services for small businesses and
special events in and around Taos, New
Mexico. We focus on helping small
businesses improve their web presence
and marketing focus.
Taos County
105 Albright Street, Suite G
Taos, NM 87571
Ph: (575) 737-6300
Fax: (575) 737-6314
www.taoscounty.org
Open County Government protecting the
health, safety, welfare and environment
of its citizens. Visit our website for agendas
and minutes of meetings, job openings,
hours of operation, and information about
all departments and their employees.
Taos Community Foundation
PO Box 1925
Taos, NM 87571
Physical: 114 Des Georges Lane, Taos
Phone: (575) 737-9300
Fax: (575) 751-7130
www.taoscf.org
Taos Community Foundation is dedicated to serving the communities of Taos
and western Colfax Counties. Our philanthropic efforts support and enrich the
lives and opportunities of citizens and protect the environment which sustains us.
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Birdman Discs and Recognize A Miracle
Disc Golf Outreach
Chamisa at Salazar Rd.
(2 blocks west of Guadalajara South)
575-224-1546
David Smith
207 Morgan Rd, #2
Taos, NM 87571
ramdgo@me.com
www.skitaos.org/content/disc
Birdman Discs and Recognize A Miracle
Disc Golf Outreach are proud to be part of
the growth of disc golf as it emerges
mainstream. Help us implement school
disc golf leagues nationwide.
Visit RAMDGO.com
Taos Inn
Taos, New Mexico 87571
575.758.2233
taosinn@newmex.com
www.taosinn.com
The Historic Taos Inn is a proud
leader in local sustainability. We buy
from local farmers, leading to better
food, while helping the local economy.
Visit our famed Doc Martin's Restaurant
and The Adobe Bar!
The Taos News
P.O. Box 3737
226 Albright Street
Taos, NM 87571
(575) 758-2241
www.taosnews.com
For 50+ years, we have reported on Northern
New Mexico environmental issues such as
water/land preservation, recycling, and alternative
energy. We reach 85% of County residents weekly
in print and have 160,000 monthly online users.
Tayco Screen Printing & Embroidery
Kerrie Pattison
PO Box 133
Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525
(575) 776-8785
kerrie@taycoscreenprinting.com
www.taycoscreenprinting.com
industry for over 30 years backed by a wealth of expertise,
quality and a commitment to your project. Call me for a competitive quote.
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Escape the Everyday
Beautiful Views
Spacious Rustic Rooms
Fresh Mountain Air
Pet Friendly
Shopping and Dining within Walking Distance
GREAT ESCAPES MOTEL
416 E. Therma Dr. Eagle Nest, NM 87718 (575)377-0586
View all listings at www.c21success.com
Serving Northern
New Mexico Since 1979
Members of Taos, Santa Fe, and Albuquerque MLS
EACH OFFICE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED
575-758-0080 t 800-336-4826
829 Paseo del Pueblo Sur t 5528NDCBU
Paul Romero
Managing Broker
Century 21 Success LLC
829 Paseo del Pueblo Sur
Taos, NM 87571
Office: 575-758-0080
Cell: 575-770-7581
Realtor of the Year - Taos County Assoc. of Realtors - 2012
Total Health and Wellness Center of Taos
622A&B Paseo del Pueblo Sur
Taos, NM 87571
(575) 737-5810
(575) 737-5811 (fax)
taospharmacy@taosnet.com
taoshealthandwellness.com
We offer clinical services that help differentiate
us. We believe healing involvesthe patient, and
strive to provide you information to participate in
health care decisions. We also provide products
and services about disease prevention.
Twirl Toy Store and Play Space
225 Camino de la Placita
Taos, NM 87571
Physical location:
Teresina Lane, off NW corner of Taos
Plaza—look for the yellow duck!
575.751.1402,
molly@twirlhouse.com
www.twirlhouse.com
An independent toy store offering inspirational toys, games, and a magical play
space providing free classes, activities and an outdoor playground. Voted “Best
Place to Have Fun” and “Best Place to Shop for Kids.”
Vapour Organic Beauty
PO Box 99
Taos, NM 87571
888-751-3662
www.vapourbeauty.com
info@vapourbeauty.com
Vapour Organic Beauty revolutionizes luxury and
performance cosmetics with pure organic
formulation, unique light-as-air textures and
sophisticated color artistry. Made from natural
mineral pigments suspended in Certified Organic
botanicals, Vapour delivers the look of flawless,
glowing skin without compromise.
Robin Cunningham, CH, RRMT, SF, TH, LMT
What Would Freedom Feel Like?
Wholistic Alternatives
PO Box 1881
Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557
(575) 779-6802
http://wholisticalternatives.com
sacredqi@centurylink.net
Providing Integrative approaches to healing the Whole Being. Over 35 years
experience in holistic therapies. Integrating Classical Homeopathy, Shamanic
Healing, Advanced Reiki Therapies, Crystal Healing, Sound Healing, Cranial
Sacral Therapy, Soul Work and much more.
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The Partnership for Responsible Business (PRB) is a New Mexico non-profit
501(c)(3) corporation, that was founded in 2010. The PRB educates the public
about local sustainable economies, promotes economic and community
development through environmentally and socially responsible entrepreneurship,
and partners with allied organizations to advance socially responsible economic
and community development policies and practices.
mission. We strive to create public awareness for businesses and consumers
interested in investing in people, protecting our air, land, and water, and creating
long-term sustainable profits.
One way we accomplish this is through programs educating communities on the
benefits of buying local. Buying local provides a positive multiplier benefit to the
community and avoids negative health and environmental impacts of supplychain transportation. The PRB also works to educate business owners on
practices that enable them to conserve resources. Better practices include
reducing energy use, conserving water, mitigating carbon, increasing recycling,
and supplying locally.
We believe responsible business owners can in turn provide broader leadership
to the community to make these conservation practices more commonplace.
OUR MISSION
EDUCATE
PROMOTE
To educate the public
about local sustainable
economies.
To promote economic
and community
development through
environmentally and
socially responsible
entrepreneurship
PARTNER
To partner with allied
organizations to advance
socially responsible
economic and community
development
policies and practices
To learn more about the PRB,
visit: www.prbnewmexico.org
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West is Best
How Public Lands in the West Create
a Competitive Economic Advantage
From 1970 to 2010, western non-metro counties
with more than 30% of the county s land base in
federal protected status increased jobs by 345%.
As the share of federal lands in protected status goes down, the rate of job
growth declines as well.
Non-metro counties with no protected federal land increased jobs by 8%.
The effect protected federal lands have on per capita income can be most easily
described in this way: on average, western non-metro counties have a per
capita income that is $436 higher for every 10,000 acres of protected federal
lands within their boundaries.
The chart above shows four scenarios, ranging from 0 to 150,000 acres of
protected public lands in non-metro western counties. The increase in per
capita income explained by protected public lands ranges from $2,180 to $6,540.
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For example, a non-metro western county with 100,000 acres of protected public
lands will have on average a per capita income that is $4,360 higher than a
county with no protected public lands.
To put this premium in perspective, the average per capita income for all
non-metro western counties was $34,870 in 2010.
Headwaters Economics research and that of others clearly show that protected
public lands are a competitive economic advantage in the West, supporting faster
rates of job growth and higher levels of per capita income. These benefits should
increase as the region, including non-metro counties, continues to shift toward a
knowledge-based econom y. This raises the important question of what federal,
state, and private policies and investments will maximize the value of protected
public lands for western businesses and communities.
Source of Information: " West is Best: How Public Lands in the West Create a
Competitive Economic Advantage," A Research Paper by Headwaters
Economics, November 2012, published online:
http://headwaterseconomics.org/land/west-is-best-value-of-public-lands
chris@headwaterseconomics.org
The RGDN effort has provided an economic boost to
Taos businesses and keeps on giving statewide!
On March 25, 2013, President Obama officially designated the Rio Grande del
Norte National Monument1. This was the culmination of a multi-year effort to
officially preserve the area through national monument status, and reap the
rewards that come with that designation in economic impact to the Taos area.
As soon as the designation occurred, the Green Chamber worked with local
businesses to organize a celebration that had immediate impacts to local
businesses. The Green Chamber organized an event on March 30, 2013, by
bringing then-Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, Senator Martin Heinrich, former
Senator Jeff Bingaman, Congressman Ben Ray Lujan, Mayor Cordova and
hundreds of supporters to celebrate the new monument. The celebration was the
largest day-time money-making event that had ever been held at Taos Mesa
Brewing Company to that point, an important milestone for a new local business.
Taos Mesa Brewing Company even created a new special brew for the
celebration and sent the President a case to enjoy! The Rio Grande del Norte
National Monument story will continue to be an important economic draw for the
Taos area, and the Green Chamber is committed to helping promote local
businesses in Taos to our state and national partners.
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The Green Chamber has continued to be involved in similar local efforts around
the state, including the current effort to make the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks
in Dona Ana County a national monument. The Taos business community has
continued to be an amazing partner, helping to share the advantage that comes
with increased tourism to an area from a new national monument. Last month,
several members of the Taos community joined business leaders in Las Cruces
for an economic forum to share their stories on taking advantage of increased
tourism and marketing the new monument to visitors who spend money locally
when they come for the natural wonder. The Green Chamber would like to
extend our deepest thanks to Taos County Commissioner Larry Sanchez, Dan
Irions of Taos Mesa Brewing Company and Stuart Wilde of Wild Earth Llama
Adventures for their participation in the "Land and Culture: Economic
Opportunities from Conservation" forum in Mesilla, New Mexico on August 23,
2013. They represented the Taos community very well, and encouraged business
leaders in Dona Ana County to continue the effort to seek monument status in
their own backyard for economic gain.
The Green Chamber looks forward to making more partnerships that will help
promote our local businesses around the state. Thank you for your interest and
support of our efforts!
1
See the official proclamation at http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2013/
03/25/presidential-proclamation-r-o-grande-del-norte-national-monument
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& Body Care products provide a tactile and aromatic skin care experience
with the most naturally sourced ingredients possible.
Available at Earth & Spirit Gallery, Taos Country Furnishings or
our production center 1.8 miles west of the Old Blinking Light.
BLUE FEATHER – 1 CIELO DULCE RD, EL PRADO NM 87529 575-770-2806 bluefeathersoap.com
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UPCOMING EVENTS
The Santa Fe Green Chamber of
Commerce Presents “Commerce,
Climate & Community: An Interactive
Evening with Paul Hawken”
Tuesday, October 8, 2013 at 7:00pm
Lensic Theatre, 211 W San Francisco
St, Santa Fe, NM
Purchase tickets at Lensic Box office:
505-988-1234 or www.lensic.org
The purpose of the 3rd Annual
Renewable Energy & Clean
Technology conference is to set a
business-supported common
renewable and clean tech energy
policy. NMGCC business leaders
will be identifying key state and
national policies that will help them
create jobs and expand their
renewable or clean tech businesses.
Friday, October 4th 2013 from 8am-5pm
For more information, please visit www.nmgreenchamber.com
Join us for Green Drinks, a monthly networking
event hosting a variety of speakers presenting on
green, sustainable, and buy local initiatives around
the state. Find out more about our Albuquerque and
Santa Fe Green Drinks at www.nmgreenchamber.com.
Taos Green Drinks coming soon!
Choose Local and Independent this Holiday Season!
Join the New Mexico Green Chamber in a national
campaign building a tradition that strengthens local
economies, expands employment, nurtures a sense of
community, and provides a more relaxed, fun, and
rewarding shopping experience. Spend your holiday
dollars at locally owned, independent businesses!
For more information, visit www.shiftyourshopping.org.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Be Part of our 2103 Recycling Business Recognition
Program! Hosted in partnership with the New Mexico
Recycling Coalition and the Partnership for Responsible
Business. Does your business recycle? Want to be
recognized for your recycling and waste reduction efforts?
Submit an online application by October 15, 2013
at http://nmgreenchamber.com/recycling-businessrecognition-program-2013/.
Recognition will take place on November 15th in celebration of America
Recycles Day with a local event and media coverage aimed at spotlighting
selectedbusinesses.
TAOS COUNTY EVENTS
Taos Grand Fall Arts
Late September through October
"Taos Fall Arts Festival" is the oldest arts festival in Taos, founded in 1973 by a
group of artists and gallerists. Over the years, other art events have set their
dates to coincide with Fall Arts. The season has come to be known as "Grand
Fall Arts". Contact Taos Fall Arts for more information, 575-758-0505
Taos Wool Festival
Kit Carson Park
October 5-6, 2013
Immerse yourself in the more than 400 years of wool tradition as New Mexico,
Colorado and Texas breeders and fiber artists celebrate at the Wool Festival of
Taos. Join in at Kit Carson Park for two days of family fun. As always, admission
is free! For more information, call Taos Wool Festival at 800-684-0340
Taos Mountain Balloon Rally
Balloon Rally Field Behind County Courthouse
October 25–27, 2013
For over 30 years, the Taos Mountain Balloon Rally has truly been a Taos
community event. Every year on the last full weekend in October, as the trees in
the high country erupt into a painter's canvas of oranges, reds, ambers and
yellows, even more color is added to the vista as the Taos skies are filled with
dozens of brightly colored hot air balloons lifting into the clear, cold dawn of a
Taos Mountain sunrise.For more information, call Taos Mountain Balloon Rally
at (575)758-9210
Yuletide in Taos
Thanksgiving through New Years
“Yuletide in Taos” is the name we give to all the unique New Mexican celebrations
that happen throughout the holiday season. Celebrations include Yuletide Arts &
Crafts Fair, Lighting the Christmas Tree on Taos Plaza, Lighting Ledoux, Bonfires
on Bent Street, Christmas Eve Procession and Deer Dances at Taos Pueblo.
For more information, visit Taos.org.
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Why Join?
The New Mexico Green Chamber of Commerce represents over 1100
member businesses dedicated to a Triple Bo om Line that invests in
our people, conserves our air, water and land, and creates long-term
pr s.
We are unleashing the crea ve force of business to restore local
n an evolving
communi es and take advantage of new opportuni
economy.
In coopera n with the Partnership for Responsible Business, we
for Business as a road map to
have developed New Opportuni
prosperity for New Mexico enterprises and our local communi s.
Thinking loca rst
Leveling the playing d for small business
The green business advantage
Building an entrepreneurial economy
Protec ng natural resources as business assets
Capitalizing on the clean energy economy
For more informa on, visit our website at:
www.nmgreenchamber.com
Or call us at (505) 244-3700
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Valle
Escondido,
Spanish
for Hidden
Valley, is the
perfect place
for golf.
The sky meets the earth for a surreal experience in the beautiful high country
of Northern New Mexico. Valle Escondido Golf Course is environmentally
aware, one of the few in the United States, using no pesticides and leaving it up
to mother nature to water the fairways. Nevertheless, the ability for the course
to play well is our number one concern, focusing in a traditional manner to
greens and tee boxes. This type of maintenance gives respect not only to the
environment but to the history of the sport.
Valle Escondido Golf Course and Home Owners Association
28 Lodge Rd. Taos, NM 87571
575-758-3475
squintanilla@taosgolf.org
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