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www.tracychamber.org
January 2017
CEO Message 2
City/Downtown Updates 3
Member News 4
New Members/Renewals 5
Winter Gala Winners 6
Professional Services 7
Calendar 8
Vol. 16 Issue 25
“Creating A Community Where Business Thrives”
Pink Turtle Shoppe Ribbon Cutting Euro Star Café
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Play Live Nation
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
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2017 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Board Chair: Nolan O’Brien, Lawrence Livermore Lab
Lisa Aguilera, Aspire Hometown Realty
Dan Arriola, District Attorney’s Office
Dan Ball, McLane Food Service
Dana Cooper, PG&E
Bill Fields, Surtec Systems, Inc.
Will Fleet, Tracy Press
Dave Garcia, Dave Garcia Designs
Dan Greene, Bank of the West
Joe Homen, Tracy Toyota
Cliff Hudson, Fresh Coat Painters
Sherry Jones, Owens Illinois of North America
Brent Ives, BHI Management Consulting
Robin Lopez, Taylor Farms
Patricia Palma
Debbie Rinaldo, Sutter Tracy Hospital
Dr. Brian Stephens, Tracy Unified School District
Chad J. Wood, Willbanks & Wood, PLC
CHAMBER AMBASSADORS
CHAIR: Germaine Clark
Karen Aranda, Altamont Mechanical Heating/Air
Carol Blevins, Aspire Hometown Realty
Carolyn Brown Blunt, Life Coach
Maggie Foresee-Griese, Welcome Wagon
Dave Garcia, Dave Garcia Designs
Virna Hudson, Fresh Coat Painters
Conrad Levoit, Levoit Advanced Protective Services
Dan Mendoza, Movement Mortgage
Betsy Moreno, California Advantage Real Estate
Carol Newman, Surtec Systems, Inc.
Debbie Pierotti, All Occasion Gift Baskets
Brian Schilling, Zero BS Marketing
Lon Swanson, Fry Memorial Chapel
CHAMBER STAFF Sofia Valenzuela, CEO [email protected]
Maria Valenzuela, Membership/Event Services [email protected]
Alyssa Mupo, Hire Me First Program Coordinator [email protected]
Carol Neely, Receptionist
A Message from the
Chamber CEO... Looking Back at 2016 - A Year In Review Happy New Year! What an exciting time for all of us! The New Year is a time to look forward to new opportunities, and a time to reflect on all the successes of the year before. Your Chamber had a busy 2016 filled with programs that were devoted to improving networking, education, and advocacy for our members. Whether you attended a new event or participated in one of our educational classes, I hope you found
value in the programs we diligently planned to help your business grow!
What did the Tracy Chamber do in 2016? With your help, we accomplished the following:
Created A Strong Local Economy -Recruited 104 of region’s top businesses as new members -Hosted 31 Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening ceremonies -Prepared over 1,000 high school students through Hire Me First -Held (2) business walks where we surveyed over 100 businesses -Attended city council meetings to show support for business friendly projects
Provided Networking & Education -Hosted 24 business coffees and mixers -Coordinated 24 lunch meet-ups -Coordinated Leadership Tracy with 13 graduates -Educated over 150 business owners on the commercial and residential growth of Tracy during the RED Tour Event -Held “Let’s Put Tracy on the Map with Google” Workshop to educate over 20 business owners
Invested & Promoted the Community -Awarded $4,000 in scholarships to Latino students through the Hispanic Business Group scholarship fund -Awarded (4) scholarships to Hire Me First to students -Celebrated the community during the 4th of July Day event -Hosted a Sold Out Mariachi Concert at Grand Theatre -Provided City maps and relocation packets to new and existing residents
Fostered Partnerships -Strengthened partnership with City of Tracy and Tracy City Center Association by cross promoting events and information -Held Governmental Affair and City/Chamber Liaison meetings to inform businesses on community growth and issues -Worked with chamber committees such as Ambassadors and Hispanic Business Group to promote networking among members In 2017, your Chamber will continue working to bring value and
education to your business. Please visit our website to view a
calendar of upcoming events, and plan on actively participating
with the Chamber in order to get the most out of your
membership. Best wishes for a prosperous, New Year!
-Sofia Valenzuela, CEO, Tracy Chamber of Commerce
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What’s Happening
in your City... Residential Projects Update:
In November, the City issued 19 permits for single-family homes; 13 within the Ellis project and 6 in Primrose subdivision
On December 6th, the Growth Management Board allocated a total of 730 RGA’s to five projects including Tracy Hills, Ellis, Barcelona Infill, Aspire Apartments, and
Rocking Horse. These 730 RGA’s can be used for the issuance of building permits starting January 2nd in 2017 and throughout the calendar year. Retail Projects Update:
Throne Room: Craft Beer and Wine in Dowtown Tracy has applied for a business license.
Jersey Mike’s Subs has opened on Grant Line Rd. and recently celebrated their ribbon cutting ceremony.
Panera has finalized construction and is now open on Naglee Rd. Chipotle should be opening soon next door.
Marriott Towneplace Suites is planned to include a 4-story hotel with 112 rooms at corner of Mac Arthur & Pescadero.
For more information about the City of Tracy visit www.ci.tracy.ca.us
Elite Ambassador: of the month:
Lon Swanson Fry Memorial Chapel
Thank you for your
continuous support to the
Chamber and its members!
What’s Happening
In your Downtown... The nationally touring show, Kalimba, The Spirit of Earth Wind & Fire will be at the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts on Friday, January 13 at 8:00pm. This show provides an Earth Wind & Fire experience so satisfying it transports audiences back to the excitement of the first time they heard these unforgettable songs. Lead vocalist, Thomas “Chazz” Smith, created Kalimba, The Spirit of Earth Wind &
Fire in 2011 with the vision of honoring the beloved Earth Wind & Fire hits he and millions of others listened to while growing up. The 10-piece organization includes a full horn and rhythm section to reproduce the infectious grooves created by EWF’s Verdine White and Ralph Johnson. The Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, in collaboration with Main Street Music, will transform its lobbies into a jazz club with drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and a variety of jazz styles by the region's celebrated players. The next show date is January 26 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Tickets are $8. Y & T will be here on Friday, January 27, at 8:00pm at the Grand Theatre. Tickets ranged from $25-$37. This event is SOLD OUT.
For more information about TCCA visit www.tracycitycenter.com
PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE
AT EVENTBRITE
01/27 Winter Gala 03/21 State of the City 04/12 RED Tour 04/29 Latino Awards 05/22 Golf Tournament
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Member News & Events:
H & R B l o c k O f f e r s Tax Solutions for Employees Chamber Business Members welcome to the New Year and the new tax season. H&R Block, is the world’s largest
income tax filing company with over 25 Million returns filed worldwide annually . H&R Block is excited and ready to assist you this year at any of our two convenient locations at 3301 N. Tracy Blvd and 1847 W. 11th St. in Tracy. Whether it’s allowing you to file taxes how and where you want, offering refund and payment options that fit your needs, or helping you with your finances, you’ve got a tax partner you can trust. H&R Block has filing options and products that only a company with more than 60 years’ worth of tax experience can offer. If you would like more information on H&R Block's Employer Solutions for your business and your employees please contact Tracy Chamber member and Tracy Hispanic Business Group member Arlene Galindo of H&R Block's offices in Tracy at 209.689.6747.
Child Development Centers Open House Child Development Centers (CDC) will be hosting Open Houses in the Tracy area on January 19th. CDC surrounds children with enriched environments that challenge and inspire them to develop a love of learning and exploration. Learn more about their preschool, before and afterschool, and camp programs at these events and meet their qualified staff. Visit cdicdc.org for more information about the company and to find a location near you. Call your local center for Open House details.
Movement Mortgage Presents Personal Branding Sales Coach Tim Davis Join Movement Mortgage as they host a FREE presentation for realtors and business owners in town to help them promote their personal brand in the New Year. The presentation will take place Thursday, January 5th from 11AM-2PM at El Patio Mexican Restaurant. Food and drinks will be served. All interested must RSVP as soon as possible to Pamela Dew at: [email protected]
Submit YOUR member news! Email 100 words or less to [email protected] by the 25th of every month!
Ambassadors Host Holiday Mixer Left to Right: Brian Schilling, Karen Aranda. Maggie Foresee-Griese, Germaine Clark, Carol Newman, Virna Hudson, Carolyn Brown-Blunt, Conrad Levoit, Carol Blevins, Lon Swanson, Debbie Morales
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Welcome to the
Chamber New Members!
Adapa and Agastya Medical Associates 652 W. 11th Street Ste#137, Tracy, CA
209-833-7555 Arlene Mercado
*Physicians - Family Practitioners
Downtown Edward Jones 1026 B Street, Tracy, CA
209-833-1325 Shad Roundy
*Financial Services
Farmers Insurance Azizi Abawi Insurance 474 W. Grant Line Rd. Ste#102, Tracy, CA
209-688-2834 Manija Azizi Abawi
*Insurance
Jersey Mike’s Subs 2892 W. Grant Line Rd, Tracy, CA
209-835-2885 Joshua Feldman
*Restaurant
New York Life - Anthony Napoli 3255 W. March Lane, Stockton, CA
209-814-8743 Anthony Napoli
*Financial Planning/Investments
Robert Griffin Home Services 11501 Dublin Blvd. Ste#200, Dublin, CA
209-914-0635 Juana Dement
*Real Estate
Sky Transport Solutions 2680 N. Tracy Blvd. Ste#4, Tracy, CA
209-855-6938 Aakash Nayyar
*Vehicle Registration
Vita Dolce, Inc. 11 E. 6th Street, Tracy, CA
209-834-1234 Cynthia Jimenez
*Restaurants - Deli * Café
World Coffee 69 W. 10th Street, Tracy, CA
209-229-8327 Desiree Lim *Coffee House
Thank You for Renewing With Us
Under 5 Years:
California Advantage Real Estate Co Occupational Medical Partners
First Class Travel Service Foster’s Freeze
Kanga Zoom Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt
Mountain’s Hope Community Worship Oak Valley Community Bank
Olive Garden Ray Lopez - Keller Williams Realty
San Joaquin County Historical Society The Owl Box Tracy Toyota
5-10 Years:
Altamont Mechanical Heating & Air Conditioning Hacienda Floorings, Inc. Mo-Cal Office Solutions
Nationwide Insurance - Charles Manne
11-20 Years:
American Cancer Society Barista’s Coffee House
Behnam Accounting Solutions McHenry House Tracy Family Shelter
Sunset Liquors Tracy African American Association
VCA Old River Animal Hospital
20-35 Years:
Albert Realty Services American Medical Response
Brookdale Senior Living J T Storage, L.P.
Kemper CPA Group Miller’s Family Dentistry
Old Republic Title
40+ Years: Harold K. Reich’s Pharmacy
Kagehiro Ranches, Inc. S.J. Frerichs & Son Insurance Agency
Tracy Inn
Thank you for your support! [email protected]
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BUSINESS QUOTE OF THE MONTH:
“What the New Year brings to you will depend a great deal on what you bring to the New Year”
– Vern McLellan
Community Award Winners Announced
The 2016 Community Recognition Award Winners were announced at a press conference last month held at the Chamber office. The Tracy Chamber has hosted the annual Community Recognition Awards Winter Gala for over 50 years, and this year’s winners represent a group of community members and businesses that serve Tracy with excellence and pride. The following award recipients will be recognized at the 2017 Winter Gala held Friday, January 27th at the Tracy Community Center:
Ambassador of the Year: Germaine Clark
Business of the Year: The Owl Box
Educator of the Year: Geri Neylan
Emerging Youth Leader: Maha Siddiqui
Entrepreneurs of the Year: Michael Lacross & Craig Cauwels
Morgan Territory Brewing
From the Heart Award: Tracy Celebrates Children
Organization of the Year: Grand Foundation
Professional of the Year: Troy Brown
Male Citizen of the Year: Brent Ives
Female Citizen of the Year: Cynthia Thoming Sanders
Join us as we recognize the service and contributions of the 2016 award winners at the Winer Gala. Tickets are $80 and can be purchased by calling the Chamber office, 209-835-2131. This event will sell out. To read the bios of the award winners, email [email protected] to receive a copy of the press kit.
Lunch Meet-Up at Nana Olie’s Panaderia Front Left: Mary Lou-Edwards, Germaine Clark, Sylvia Gama, Betsy Moreno, Theresa Kinney,
Ceci Haas, Brian Schilling accompanied by owner of Nana Olie’s Eleazar Lopez & Staff
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Tracy Chamber Professional Services Listing
JANUARY 2017
ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVICE Behnam Accounting Solutions……………...209-835-9655
BANKS Bank of Stockton………………...……………..209-820-2000 Oak Valley Community Bank………………..209-834-3340
BANQUET HALL Nirvaana Banquet Hall & Event Center…….209-839-1005
BOOKKEEPING & PAYROLL Account Masters Bookkeeping……………...209-836-4961
COFFEE HOUSE World Coffee…..……………………………......209-229-8327
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Altamont Mechanical Heating & Air …………………………………………………......209-346-2422
INSURANCE SERVICES Farmers Insurance - Azizi - Abawi Insurance …………………………………………………..209-688-2834 Farmers Insurance - Hashimi Insurance Agency …………………………………...……………..….925-353-5942 State Farm - Pearl Losoya………………….....510-828-4146
Larry Benson Nationwide Insurance Life, Home, Auto, Business, Workers Comp, Motorcycle
………………………..………………....………...209-229-1096
FINANCIAL ADVISOR Downtown Edward Jones …………………....209-833-1325 New York Life - Anthony Napoli…………....209-814-8743
FLOORING/TILE The Tile Doctor………….. …………………....209-915-4668
MARKETING/BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/Events Graphic Design, Websites, Social Media Marketing
Premier Production Group, LLC…………….209-597-8288
MORTGAGE LENDING Pamela Dew– Movement Mortgage ………..209-814-3135
MOVING & STORAGE COMPANY Greater Bay Relocation Services, North American Van Lines….………………………………...…...209-830-4435
NON-PROFIT UNEED2, INC………………………………...….....209-831-3550
PAINTING CONTRACTOR Fresh Coat Painters……………...…………..…..209–390-4326
PHYSICIANS - FAMILY PRACTITIONERS Adapa and Agastya Medical Associates……209–833 –7555
POOLS & SPA Pacific Pool & Spa………………………...…..…..925-337-4207
PSYCHOLOGIST Carey Psychological Services…………...….…209– 923-1749
REAL ESTATE Aspire Hometown Realty..……………………...209-814-8256 California Advantage Real Estate……………..209-836-3300 Norine Higa—Century 21 M&M and Associates ………………………………………………...……..209-207-4439 Ray Lopez - Keller Williams….………………...209-914-8010 Robert Griffin Home Services…………….…...209-914-0635 Shelly Simonich - Keller Williams…………….209-910-3334
RESTAURANT Jersey Mike’s Subs……………………………......209-835-2885 Vita Dolce, Inc……………………………….……209-834-1234 World Coffee House…………………………….209– 229-8327
SHOPPING - RETAIL The Owl Box…………………………………….....209-830-0796
TERMITE & PEST CONTROL SERVICES Take Care Termite & Pest Control …………………………………………....................209-832-7300
VETERINARIAN SERVICES VCA Old River Animal Hospital…………….....209-835-5166
VEHICLE REGISTRATION Sky Transport Solutions………….……………..209-855-6938
WATER WELL PUMP CONTRACTOR Commercial, Domestic, Irrigation, 24 Hr.
I. J. Larsen Pumps, Inc…………………..……….209-529-2020
WEBSITE HOSTING & DESIGN Nnvent……………………………………………...888-408-2515
Get NOTICED for 12 months of the year on the Chamber’s Professional Services
Page featured in each edition of the newsletter! Your company can be listed
here for just $100 per year. Call 209-835-2131
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January Meetings 01/03 8:30AM Ambassadors at Chamber 01/10 12:30PM Hispanic Group at Chamber 01/12 12PM Starting Your Own Biz at Chamber 01/19 4PM Governmental Affairs at Chamber 01/25 4PM Board Meeting at Chamber
January Events 01/06 2:30PM Ribbon Cutting at Adapa & Agastya Medical Associates 01/10 8AM Chamber Coffee at Kids Care Dental 01/20 9AM Member Appreciation Coffee at Chamber 01/26 5PM Mixer at Downtown Tax Service 01/27 5PM Winter Gala at Tracy Community Ctr
February Meetings 02/07 8:30AM Ambassadors at Chamber 02/09 12PM Starting Your Own Biz at Chamber 02/14 12:30PM Hispanic Group at Chamber 02/16 4PM Governmental Affairs at Chamber 02/22 4PM Board Meeting at Chamber
February Events 02/14 Chamber Coffee at TBD 02/23 5PM Mixer at DeAfghanan Cuisine