February - Deer Park Chamber of Commerce

February 2009
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
STATE OF THE CITY
LUNCHEON
February 5
Golden Division Meeting
9:00 a.m. - Deer Park Community Center
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February 5
Ambassador Meeting
11:30 a.m. - Deer Park Community Center
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February 6
Gulf Coast Leadership Conference
Beginning at 8:00 a.m. - Hobby Hilton
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February 12
Beautification Award Presentation
4:00 p.m. - Associated Credit Union
309 W. X Street Deer Park
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February 16
CHAMBER OFFICE CLOSED
President’s Day
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February 17
Executive Board Meeting
10:45 a.m. - Chamber Office
Volume 3, Number 13
Mayor Riddle
Each year Mayor Wayne Riddle delivers the
“State of the City” address to Deer Park
Chamber of Commerce business members.
This year’s event will be held Thursday,
February 26th at the Jimmy Burke Activity
Center located at 500 W. 13th Street
beginning at 11:30 a.m.
At that time Mayor Riddle will bring us up to
date on issues and current events impacting
our city. We anticipate he will speak approximately 20 to 30 minutes
and will field questions from the floor, time permitting.
We are expecting a large attendance, so be sure to make reservations
early. You may either return the form enclosed in this publication or call
the chamber office at 281-479-1559. Please contact the chamber no
later than noon on Monday, February 24th. Luncheon cost is $16 each
(with prior reservations and meals either prepaid or paid at the door),
and $18 for late reservations. Reserved tables seating 8 are also available.
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February 17
Board of Directors Meeting
11:30 a.m. - Chamber Office
This luncheon will be sponsored by Vesco Business Products and Office
Furniture Direct.
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February 24
Small Business Growth & Development
“IT Tips & Tricks” Presented By Cap 5
Noon - Chamber Office
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February 26
State of the City Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - Jimmy Burke Activity Center
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IT Tips and Tricks
Join the Chamber at noon on Tuesday, February 24th for a special “Brown
Bag”, bring your own lunch, educational tutorial at the chamber offices.
The Small Business Growth and Development is pleased to give you the
opportunity to learn about “IT Tips and Tricks” from Cap5 Technology
Solutions.
COMMUNITY PRAYER BREAKFAST
Speaker: Pastor Randy Weaver, Lone Star Cowboy Church
For this year’s Community Prayer Breakfast the chamber was fortunate to have secured Pastor Randy Weaver of Lone
Star Cowboy Church as our speaker.
Pastor Randy Weaver is the Senior Pastor of Lone Star Cowboy Church. A former PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) Calf Roper and Steer Wrestler, Randy began his ministry in 1976 but has been an Assembly of God United States
Missionary to the Rodeo Cowboys from 1988 to date. He felt the call to start a Cowboy Church in Montgomery in 2000. With
the help of great people the Lone Star Cowboy Church has been the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. The arena is his "fishing
pond"; the pulpit is his evangelistic field.
Join the chamber and friends at the Jimmy Burke Activity Center on Wednesday, March 4th beginning at 7:00 p.m. to hear
the inspirational preaching of Pastor Randy Weaver. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the chamber office located
at 110 Center Street in Deer Park.
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New Member Orientation
New Member Orientation
Volunteer Of the Year Photo
Terry Sims
Volunteer of the Year
Terry Sims
Golden Division Member of
the year
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Rex & Dorothy Beall
Golden Division Members of the Year
Rex and Dorothy Beall
AMBASSADOR
OF THE YEAR
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Harry Glaze
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Grady
West
What a Party! The Chamber Annual Banquet was held on
Friday, Jan. 16th at the Hobby Hilton. The Art Park Players were awesome as they performed numbers from their
current show "Beehive". It appeared that everyone in attendance had a good time. The night was a great tribute
to Jim Fox, Past Chair. Susan and the "Beehive" ladies
took every opportunity to get him on stage and involved in
the performance. Terry Sims, and the Banquet Committee, did a fantastic job in preparing for the event and invested long hours to insure it was successful. If you
haven't been coming to the annual banquets, I encourage
you to plan on attending next year. It is always a wonderful time!
Congratulations to Melissa Harrison our Citizen of the
Year. Thane used the night as an opportunity to surprise
Melissa by secretly having her family appear for the celebration. She of course was in tears. Thank You Melissa
for all that you do, not only in Deer Park but throughout
the region.
With the banquet, 2009 got off to a fast start. Close on its
heels was the New Member Orientation Breakfast on Jan.
21 where about 20 new members were briefed on chamber activities. Welcome to all new members – we hope
you choose to become an active member because you
make a difference.
On the near horizon is the State of the City luncheon on
Feb. 26 at Jimmy Burke Activity Center. This is one of
the more popular luncheons so make your table reservations early. The Community Prayer Breakfast is set for
March 4 at the Jimmy Burke Activity Center. The Legislative Trip to Austin, March 9 and 10 is an especially enjoyable and informative activity. A chartered bus takes
members to Austin to visit the Capitol, TAB and the Texas
Chemical Council. In addition they have the opportunity
to observe legislative sessions and visit with legislators
at a private dinner. Contact the chamber office for details.
In this tough economy we as a Chamber will continue to
support initiatives and programs that will allow our members to compete in an increasingly global market. The
small business assistance and development program is
one example of our Chamber supporting and developing
local businesses. I hope all of our members will continue
to suggest ideas. Their feedback enables the Chamber to
provide continued support for fellow members and the
local business community. Hopefully this will provide
economic vitality for our area into the future.
Upward,
Ambassador of the Year
Harry Glaze
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Grady West
Chairman of the Board
IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU!
Norma’s Country Dreams
A New Dawn Pet Adoption Center
This beautiful, elegant shop offers items that are wonderfully
unique and appealing. They carry the finest and latest decor
items such as furniture, table top decorations, frames, floral,
home fragrances, and seasonal items. Personal items can
also be found such as jewelry, foundation garments, trendy
comfortable shoes, and purses. They offer super sweet
baby items, too. Gourmet, fresh ground coffee is a favorite.
For countless homeless dogs and cats in the Deer
Park/Pasadena areas, the New Year has effectively begun
at 202 San Augustine. Last year, Dawn Kubitz set a goal
that has now been brought to fruition in time to ring in 2009.
Kubitz is the founder of A New Dawn, a non-profit pet adoption agency originally based in Pasadena and has moved to
Deer Park with the help of a team of volunteers.
This is the perfect place to find that special gift for a girlfriend or mother with free gift wrap on non-sale purchases.
You really must visit Norma's Country Dreams at 4705 Center St. in Deer Park to fully appreciate the atmosphere. The
staff is interested and very helpful and Norma is a genius
with first rate taste.
Years of volunteer service at Pasadena’s Animal Control
and Adoption prompted Kubitz to look for other options for
the hundreds of animals picked up on the street and locked
behind a city cage. To contribute to A New Dawn with donations such as money, cat litter or volunteers, call 281-9040280 or visit www.anewdawnpetadoption.org.
Texas Lawn and Sprinkler
Tankco Services of Texas Corp.
You should be able to take pleasure in the exterior environment of your home just as much as you do the interior. The
outside character of your home adds value to your home
and the homes in your neighborhood.
Since 1996, Tankco Services of Texas Corp. has been
proud to serve the environmental and industrial communities of Texas. With 18 locations within the Gulf Coast Area,
their company is growing strong and continues to provide its
customers with outstanding service. With over 130 years of
management experience, Tankco Services of Texas Corp.
has combined the expertise of its staff with those of the
USES Group. This combination enhances safety and operational performances, while providing strong financial resources and administrative support. As part of the USES
Team in Houston, Tankco’s Industrial Group can provide a
variety of services including storage tank cleaning, vapor
recovery, vacuum truck services and general in-plant maintenance.
Texas Lawn and Sprinkler is a knowledgeable, trustworthy
company that is able to create an enjoyable exterior ambiance. When money is invested in the maintenance of your
yard, the task should be completed properly. They offer services such as landscaping, lawn maintenance, sprinklers,
drain systems, lighting, pavers, fountains & waterworks and
mosquito systems. They are your one stop for an outdoor
setting that can be enjoyed year round. Give Jerry a call at
713-660-6175 to begin the exterior renovation of your home.
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Melissa Harrison
Citizen of the Year
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Melissa Harrison
Citizen of the Year
The Citizen of the Year is a
prestigious award given to an
individual who sets a sterling
example of what every resident
should inspire to be.
This year it was awarded to a
pillar of our community who has
aided the Deer Park community
in many ways. Melissa is a
natural leader, and exemplary
role model. Beyond her volunteer time and community service, Melissa has a full time job
with Phleps State Farm Insurance.
Jim Fox &
Grady West
Passing the Gavel
Jim Fox, former chairman of the Deer Park Chamber of Commerce, passes the gavel to the current
chairman, Grady West at the 50th Annual Banquet.
Passing the gavel signifies an orderly succession
from one chair to another.
RIBBON CUTTINGS
FREE BUSINESS
PROMOTION
When chamber Ambassadors perform a ribbon cutting, a gift bag is
presented to each new member. If
you would like your promotional
items to be included, please contact
Nicki for additional details by calling
281-479-1559 or
via e-mail at
nicki@deerparkchamber.org.
TXBACU
Texas Bay Area Credit Union
Texas Bay Area Credit Union opens its doors at 12611 Fuqua in Houston. Texas Bay Area Credit Union was established on May 12, 1936, as the Houston Sinclair Refinery
Employees Federal Credit Union. Today this credit union
has locations in Pasadena, North Shore and the Houston
location on Fuqua.
Chamber Welcomes New Members
The following businesses and individuals have realized the importance of economic growth for Deer Park and have pledged
their support to this cause by investing in their Chamber of Commerce. Please support your community by calling on these
businesses when you are in need of products or services.
A New Dawn Pet Adoption Center
202 W. San Augustine
Deer Park, TX 77536
281-904-0280
Dawn Kubitz
Non-Profit
THANK YOU
NEW MEMBERS
California Pipe Recycling
1318 Minchen Drive
Deer Park, Texas 77536
713-478-8266
Anthony Figueroa
Pipe Recycling
Candlewood Suites
1250 South 13th Street
La Porte, Texas 77571
281-471-0555/281-471-0520(fax)
Donald Thorsen General Manager
Hotel;
APPLAUSE...Is our way of thanking those who have donated services, prizes and/or products during the month for
their generosity and support.
BUSINESSES:
Adswork4u
Art Park Players
AT&T
Bayshore Medical Center
Beacon Federal Credit Union
Beyond Beaute’
Capital Bank
Casa Ole’
CenterPoint Energy
Certified Safety Specialists
City of Deer Park
Deer Park Animal Hospital
Deer Park ISD
Delta Chemical Group
Downtown Eatery
Eclipse Massage & Spa
Evonik’s
Fairmont Jewelry
Golden Nugget
Hilton Houston Hobby Airport
BUSINESSES:
Hotel Galvez
JSC Federal Credit Union
The Lubrizol Corporation
The Mundy Companies
Norma’s Country Dreams
Pei Wei
Perfexions Tanning
Phelps State Farm Ins.
Poco Loco Lodge
Port of Houston Authority
Pro-Inspect
Qualified Properties
Rohm & Haas, Texas
Salon Mia Bella
Saltwater Assault Guides
San Jacinto College District
San Jacinto Day Foundation
Shell Deer Park
Shell Federal Credit Union
Southwest Airlines
BUSINESSES:
TexEquity
Texas Chiropractic College
Texas Lawn & Sprinkler
Vopak Terminal Deer Park
Wal-Mart-Deer Park
Waste Management
GOLDEN DIVISION:
Dorothy Beall
Rex Beall
Billie Dooly
Beverly Fadner
Allen Fousek
Martha Fousek
Marilyn Nabors
INDIVIDUALS:
Linda Aubert
Louie Ditta
Allison Fox
Jim Fox
Melissa Harrison
DeLane Jones
Sandy McCafferty
Susan Mele
Alicia Phelps
Ken Phelps
Mayor Wayne Riddle
Terry & Maggie Sims
Sandi Watkins
Liz Webb
Wayne Webb
Melissa West
Cheryl Willis
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Monday, March 9th thru Tuesday, March 10th
Sponsored By:
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Renewing Their Commitment
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These individuals, organizations and firms have renewed their financial commitment to the growth of our community through
their continued investment in the chamber:
22 - 50 Years
Ed & Jerry Watson
Deer Park Vision Center
Washinton Mutual
Wells Fargo Bank Deer Park
Intercontinental Terminals Co.
Donna Thomas
Les Ellard Farmers Insurance
Mobley Industrial Services
Steve Phelps, Port Comm.
Port of Houston Authority
San Jacinto Day Foundation
21 - 16 Years
50 years
41 years
40 years
40 years
29 years
20 years
20 years
23 years
22 years
22 years
22 years
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Soltex FCU
DIRECTIONS
A publication for members and friends
of The Deer Park Chamber of Commerce 110 Center Street, Deer Park,
Texas, 77536
Phone: (281) 479-1559
Fax:
(281) 476-4041
Grady West
Chairman of the Board
Sharon McLean
President
Website: www.deerpark.org
E-mail: info@deerpark.org
Constable Bill Bailey
Deer Park Rental and Sales
Houston Ammonia Terminal
Filters Unlimited, Inc.
T&T Construction
Turner Industries Group, LLC
Ref-Chem
Texas Stress, Inc.
Olive Boone
Reginald Knowles
D.L. & Thelda Poe
The Rose
1 - 14 Years
21 years
21 years
21 years
18 years
18 years
18 years
17 years
17 years
16 years
16 years
16 years
16 years
Beverly Fadner
Summit Realty
Deer Park Art League
Jimmy & Peggy Burke
Carlton Staffing
Schwan’s Global Supply
BEI Staffing
Murphy’s Retreat
Bob & Mellie Bratcher
JSC Federal CU (13th Street)
Lil Jack Moonwalk
Jump-N-Wild
Challenge Office Products
14 years
14 years
12 years
10 years
9 years
9 years
8 years
8 years
4 years
2 years
2 years
2 years
1 year
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