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Colonial-themed restaurant, museum opens Feb. 12 Early American history and good food and drink will come together this month as the Green Dragon Tavern & Museum makes its long-awaited debut on Feb. 12, combining the flavor of the Colonial era with a modern twist.

Modeled after the historic Green Dragon Tavern in Boston — where Paul Revere was said to have heard the plans for the invasion of Lexington and Concorde that led to his historic ride — the local incarnation at 6115 Paseo del Norte has a 115-seat restaurant, a 115-seat tavern, a museum and state-of-the-art meeting space with catering facilities as well as a coffee and gift shop.

Interest in the new business has been strong for months as the new building took shape. John Lek, general manager and senior vice president of Green Dragon Tavern, Inc. said it’s thrilling to be so close to the unveiling.

“We’ve had tremendous amount of support and enthusiasm about what we’re bringing,” Lek said. “It’s thrilling to have something tangible that we can share with Carlsbad and the greater North County area.

It’s now up to us to provide phenomenal food and service and a historical experience.”

Lek said the new business is one-of-a-kind, noting that there is no other venue that sets out combine history and a dining experience the way the Green Dragon does. One thing Lek makes clear is that the Green Dragon Tavern & Museum is approaching both its theme and its food and service seriously.

“We’re walking a fine line, trying to embrace the theme of being a historic venue without going overboard and being gimmicky,” Lek said. “Our goal is to provide history through osmosis, to be a venue that people would like to come back to repeatedly

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort received the AAA Five Diamond award.

Local hotels earn prestigious AAA ratings

Pictured above, the outside of the Green Dragon Tavern, at 6115 Paseo Del Norte. The photo to the right shows a portion of the 115seat tavern. The new restaurant and museum, which combines food with colonial-era architecture and decor, opens Feb. 12.

for the food and the ambiance.”

Ultimately, he added, the mix of modern and colonial is not as stark as it sounds. Brass, wood and fireplaces go well with high-definition 65- and 75-inch television screens.

Lek said the business will strive to be always progressing and transforming itself to meet the needs of the community. The museum will evolve based on what the community needs. Lek said local teachers have been contacted and the Green Dragon is working on a curriculum based

on educational standards that will allow students to learn when they visit on trips.

Lek said when the company was looking for a place to open, it considered other places — including Liberty Station — but decided that Carlsbad was the best place for it.

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booming business and it also has a master-planned community that is seen as very attractive to bring families to the area,” he said.

The Green Dragon Tavern & Museum is currently planning several events related to its opening and is taking reservations. For reservations, call 760-918-2421 or email info@greendragontavernca.com.

The AAA has honored two Carlsbad Chamber member resorts by including them in its prestigious Diamond Ratings.

The Park Hyatt Aviara Resort received the AAA Five Diamond award, while the Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Resort & Spa was chosen for the Four Diamond award. Each year AAA reviews more than 29,000 hotels including resorts, historic inns, B&Bs and more. Just 0.4 percent make the AAA Five Diamond list. Only 5.3 percent of the more than 29,000 hotels Approved by AAA make the Four Diamond list.

In addition, both of the Park Hyatt’s fine dining restaurants, Vivace and Argyle Steakhouse, were honored with AAA Four Diamond ratings for 2014. This is Argyle Steakhouse’s second year on the Four Diamond list.

Continuing a 78-year tradition, AAA’s professionally trained inspectors use published guidelines to conduct unannounced hotel and restaurant evaluations, assigning Approved establishments a rating of One to Five AAA Diamonds.

Properties identified by AAA as potential candidates for the Five Diamond Rating undergo multiple evaluations and a final decision by a panel of experts.

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Peter MacLaggan of Poseidon Water speaks at a news conference to mark the one-year anniversary of construction of the Carlsbad Desalination Project.

Desal plant on track for 2016 opening Poseidon celebrates the one-year mark of construction

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Poseidon Water marked the one-year anniversary of construction of the Carlsbad Desalination Project with a news conference in which officials announced that the project is 25 percent complete, on budget and on track to open in 2016.

When finished, the plant will be the largest seawater desalination plant in the western hemisphere, providing 50 million gallons of water a day, about 7 percent of the region’s water demand.

As cranes swiveled in the background — placing large blue racks which will hold the filters that will to turn seawater into drinking water through reverse osmosis — officials remarked at the swift pace of construction, especially in contrast to the nearly 12-year planning and permitting process, delayed by lawsuits and other setbacks.

“It’s a pleasure to be here today, to mark what we’ve done in the last 12 months, which is far more than was done in the last 12 years, which was as long as this project sat on the shelves,” said Thomas V. Wornham, chairman of the San Diego Water authority.

The $1 billion project, housed on land at the Encina Power Station owned by NRG Energy Inc., will help the county diversify its portfolio of water sources, and will make up about a third of the water generated in San Diego County (other locally-created water sources include recycling and ground water and local water sources).

Carlos Riva, CEO of Poseidon Water, pointed out that the water generated by the project will be “drought-proof,” providing drinking water that could serve up to 112,000 households in the county.

A construction crew secures a beam to the hook of a crane at the site of the Carlsbad Desalination Project.

The Carlsbad Desalination Project will require running 132,000 linear feet of pipe underground, which is the equivalent length of 14 Golden Gate bridges.

The pipeline will use 11,000 tons of steel pipe segments, which is roughly the same weight as 88 blue whales. So far, nearly two miles of pipeline has already been installed.

The construction project is a joint venture

by J.F. Shea Construction, Inc. and Kiewit Infrastructure West. IDE Technologies, Ltd. is engineering the desalination process and the related equipment and handle plant operations.

Carlsbad Mayor Matt Hall said the construction has brought nearly $350 million to the local economy and created 2,500 construction-related jobs.

“This has got to be one of the … premier projects throughout this whole country,” Hall said. “As the mayor of Carlsbad, I’m really glad to have it here… I cant wait for 2016 when we’re here to actually cut the ribbon and see this project completed.”

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Carlsbad Chamber member Carol Fehr, a sales director with Mary Kay Cosmetics, recently earned her 11th free car from Mary Kay, a 2014 Pink Cadillac SRX. The cosmetics company awards its top-performing independent sales directors the right to use the iconic pink-hued Cadillacs based upon meeting certain sales goals. Fehr celebrated her 22nd year with Mary Kay in January.

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What do thousands of downtowns in the U.S. and around the world have in common? From Napa to New Haven, from Boulder to Buffalo, downtowns and commercial districts have discovered the benefits of having a strong private-sector leadership organization funded by a Property-based Business Improvement District (PBID).

Over the past two years, we’ve acted as advocates for the Village by implementing pilot projects, writing grants, creating new programs and events and facilitating new investment in the Village. The Village needs an “advocate” long after we’re gone to continue to attract new investment, to promote the downtown, to increase retail sales, and to create a thriving commercial district for its nearby residents. That is the role PBIDs play in downtowns around the world.

SO - WHAT EXACTLY IS A PBID?

A PBID is a private sector initiative to manage and improve the environment of a business district.

The services provided are financed by a self-imposed and self-governed assessment on real property.

ARE THESE THINGS LEGAL?

PBIDs were enabled in California by state legislation in 1994.

Since then, more than 80 PBIDs have been established in the state.

There are more than 1,000 PBIDs in the U.S. alone, and more than half of them are in cities with less

A PBID FOR CARLSBAD VILLAGE?

Part of Urban Place’s threeyear contract with the City of Carlsbad is to set up a privatesector organization with the funding and leadership to continue the Village’s success

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than 100,000 people. The median annual budget of PBIDs in the U.S. is $342,000, according to the International Downtown Association.

WHAT DO THEY DO?

It depends on the needs of the downtown, but a PBID’s services can include public safety, maintenance and cleaning, economic development, marketing, special events and more.

WHY DO THEY WORK?

PBIDs work because they provide enhanced services above existing city services that are tailored to the specific needs of the downtown. The district is governed by a non-profit board of property owners who pay the assessment, and it unifies the private sector into a strong downtown leadership organization with improved political clout.

HOW DO YOU FORM A PBID?

A downtown consultant, such as Urban Place, is usually involved to help guide the somewhat-lengthy into the future.

A PBID is the best mechanism by which to accomplish this, and Urban Place has established or renewed over 50 PBIDs across the country.

Over the past year, we’ve met with property owners and held public workshops

Property owners and other stakeholders discuss the elements of a PBID in Carlsbad Village. process. Initial steps include determining the downtown’s needs and educating stakeholders, and developing the “management plan,” which is the business plan for the district (more on this in the next paragraph). This is the phase we’re in at the time this article is published.

Next, we’ll need to develop consensus around the management plan, and then complete both a petition campaign and a ballot process. If those are successful, City Council would hold public hearings to establish the district, and then contract with the non-profit management organization with a board of property owners.

WHAT’S IN A MANAGEMENT PLAN?

The term of the district, its boundaries, programs, budget, and assessment methodology. to explore the possibility of a PBID here in the Village.

For more information, please contact Ashley Westman at ashley@urbanplaceconsulting.com or visit www. carlsbad-village.com/pbid for updates and frequently asked questions.

WHAT IS THE TERM?

It depends, but the maximum initial term for a PBID is five years.

The PBID automatically sunsets at the end of the term.

If, towards the end of the term, property owners are happy with the programs and wish to continue it, a petition campaign and ballot process must be completed again in order to renew the PBID. In most downtowns, PBIDs have renewed at the end of their terms.

WHAT ARE THE BOUNDARIES?

Generally, the commercial core of the Village. If the district passes, all properties within the district are required to pay the assessment whether they voted for it or not.

WHAT MIGHT THE PROGRAMS BE FOR CARLSBAD?

Initial meetings with stakeholders have focused on business and economic development, marketing and communication, public space improvement, and advocacy.

WHAT IS THE BUDGET?

This is still to be determined, but the programs and services identified have an annual cost in the mid-$300,000 range.

HOW WOULD PROPERTIES BE ASSESSED?

For PBIDs in California, a property’s value is not an allowed method for assessment. Instead, a property must be assessed on some characteristic of the property, such as streetfront footage, building square footage, or lot square footage. The current recommendation for the Village is a 50-50 split of building and lot square footage.

CONCLUSION

Success in a downtown over the long-term requires the participation of three parties: business owners, property owners, and the public sector. Merchants and cities are usually involved in most downtowns – it’s the property owners, however, that often don’t have a seat at the table.

But because they have a longterm vested interest in, and a vision for, their neighborhoods, their involvement is critical. Renewed interest in the Village and a changing economy have led to more than $42 million in private investment committed in the Village over the next two years!

The Village must continue to attract new investment, new businesses, and new residents in order to become the economically viable, vibrant, and active heart of Carlsbad.

Westman can be reached at ashley@ urbanplaceconsulting.com.

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The daily grind of running a business chews up so many hours in a day. To think about adding another item on the “to do” list may seem overwhelming, but blogging may very well be worth it.

The truth of the matter is that writing compelling content actually promotes a business with cyberspace followers. In essence, it’s another level of marketing.

There are advantages to business blogging and here’s why.

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Why blogging for your business matters button. This button can reference a giveaway or service offering, such as: • Complimentary consultation • Free product • Complimentary webinar • Free shipping

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This “call to action” button will virtually whisk away a visitor to a landing page where the promotion is offered. Here, a company can acquire the information they need to solidify a lead.

Keep track of these conversion leads to see what promotion works best. According to the type of business, these promotions may also have a seasonal influence.

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THE BLOGGING DISCOVERY

GOOGLE WILL NOTICE

Blogging helps a business get discovered and drives traffic to a website.

After publishing a blog on a particular subject, it should be posted on the company’s social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+ and all the rest. This type of “social media” limelight raises the marketing bar.

Think of these social media channels as an extra way to attract potential clientele.

Blogging content should not contain sale pitches. Instead, implement helpful and interesting content to the reader. Don’t get overzealous with links back to your site – use a few links at most.

When adding blogs, not only will potential clients notice, but Google will, too.

After each blog post is published, it automatically indexes another page onto a company’s website.

Yes, this is a good thing. This indexing alerts search engines, including the Google powerhouse, that your site is producing content and not dormant.

Let’s say someone types in their search engine, “Best cosmetic dentist in Carlsbad.” The goal is to have the dentist’s blog post appear as an organic search result; and, this blog post can remain in the search engine ranks for several months, and even years.

ESTABLISHING A NICHE Blogging helps businesses verify their niche and demonstrates that they are authority on a subject matter. In example, if a skin care company publishes educationalbased content on anti-aging skin care tips, this will draw in readers.

Before publishing content, make certain it is meaningful, helpful and impactful.

READY, SET, BLOG

CALL TO ACTION

When a blog generates traffic to a company’s website, this is “prime time” for visitors to transform into clients. It’s an opportunity to offer something compelling for a visitor to become a lead.

This “call to action” can be done weekly, monthly or quarterly.

Somewhere visible in the blog post, create a “call to action” lead

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INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY NOMINATIONS CLOSE JAN. 15

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Aethercomm, Inc. Arbor Scientia AT&T Buzztime Cox Business

Datron World Communications, Inc. FMT Consultants, LLC ICREATE Technologies, LLC Integrity Applications Legend3D, Inc.

Playdek, Inc. Productive Computing, Inc. Triton Micro Technologies tw telecom ViaSat, Inc.

LIFE SCIENCES Alphatec Spine, Inc. Beckman Coulter, Inc. Genoptix Medical Laboratory, a Novartis Company

Life Technologies Corporation Ortho Organizers, Inc. OYC Americas Safety Syringes, Inc. (a BD Medical company)

Scripps Health SLR Research Tri-City Medical Center Zimmer Dental

CLEAN TECHNOLOGIES Air Products and Chemical, Inc. Dudek DyoTech, LLC EcoDirect Fish Window Cleaning

Myron L Co NRG Energy, Inc. Poseidon Water, LLC San Diego Gas & Electric Solar Rain Bottled Water Company

Solatube Global Marketing, Inc. Sullivan Solar Power Sustainable Surplus Exchange Waste Management

ACTION SPORTS & MANUFACTURING Acushnet Company (Titleist-FootJoy) Callaway Golf Forecast 3D L+L Companies

Palomar Technologies, Inc. Polara Golf prAna Living, LLC Quality Systems Integrated Corporation

Reef Spy Optic TaylorMade Golf Company ToeSox

HOSPITALITY & LEISURE California Watersports Carlsbad Danish Bakery Carlsbad Premium Outlets Cinepolis Luxury Cinema La Costa Harrah’s Rincon Casino & Resort Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Resort & Spa

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach K1 Speed, Inc. LEGOLAND California Resort Museum of Making Music Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Paintball Park at Camp Pendleton Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Pedego Carlsbad Electric Bikes Shadowridge Golf Club Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa The Crossings at Carlsbad The Forum Carlsbad Westfield Carlsbad

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provides an opportunity for 8 chamber members to meet for breakfast or lunch and learn more about each other’s businesses. A Carlsbad Chamber member hosts and facilitates at a local chamber member restaurant.

This program is open exclusively to Carlsbad Chamber members; and the only cost is the price of your meal. RSVP’s are required and can be made by contacting the person listed next to the date.

FEBRUARY Wednesday, February 12 Call Christine Davis (760) 644-2121

Friday, February 21 Call Lupe Hairston (760) 744-5510

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ESORTS › RContinued from Page 1 Our second wedding destination is located just a few miles down the street from the Grand Pacific Palisades.

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort, which is home to the beautiful Clubhouse, which offers a breathtaking reception site with a wraparound veranda and heavenly panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. Whether you are planning an intimate event or a more extravagant affair, the clubhouse can accommodate up to 100 guests. This unique location allows for any outside catering and vendors to be brought into the Clubhouse (which is a great bonus for many brides). Carlsbad Seapointe Resort is truly a hidden gem, nestled on a bluff overlooking the 101.

Lastly we arrive in the heart of Carlsbad, where vacation, love and life all meet at one location; The Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort & Hotel.

Imagine a destination wedding that allows you to fully enjoy you vacation with family and friends while only steps away from relaxing on the beach or strolling through the shops, restaurants and spas in the Village of Carlsbad. The wedding location of your dreams is right here. At the Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort & Hotel you can plan the perfect intimate wedding within a romantic setting that boasts beautiful outdoor lush gardens and a stunning ocean view. One of the most picturesque locations at the inn, The Pointe, offers an idyllic setting for up to 100 of your friends and family to witness the exchange or renewal of your vows. The Sunset Terrace grants a captivating venue for your reception of up to 60 guests

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Pictured (from left) Grand Pacific Resorts employees Sarah Formica, Kylie Maraj, Brenda Turnbull and Johnny Cesena. with majestic ocean views and a walk out patio overlooking a beautiful courtyard. The Village Terrace offers a comfortable open setting with the vaulted ceilings, large windows and French doors that open to a large veranda overlooking Carlsbad Village, accommodating up to 80 people, with the option of selecting everything from the caterer to the music. At the Carlsbad Inn, it is truly your day, your way.

All of Grand Pacific Resorts properties are known for memorable vacations and beautiful resorts; we continue to drive that same motto through our weddings and events! Please contact Director of Weddings and Events Brenda Turnbull at Bturnbull@gpresorts.com for more information or to set-up a tour to come and visit one of our Carlsbad properties.

Are you or someone you know getting married in Carlsbad? If so, consider the following Carlsbad Chamber Members, who can help you create the special day you’ve always dreamed about.

BAKERY

Carlsbad Danish Bakery

2805 Roosevelt St., Carlsbad 760-729-6186 www.carlsbaddanish.com Carlsbad Danish Bakery has been creating top quality, great tasting professional wedding cakes to suit every couple’s one-ofa kind style for over 25 years.

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Grand Pacific Resorts in Carlsbad allows you the flexibility to plan the wedding of your dreams.

The Business Spotlight is a paid advertorial feature. To get your business in the spotlight, contact Julie Miramontes at julie@carlsbad.org.

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Frozen desserts are custom made using Sub Zero’s unique flash freezing process with liquid nitrogen. The result is an incredibly smooth, delicious treat. It’s not just ice cream: it’s an experience for the whole family. We cater weddings, office parties, family reunions, birthdays, special events and more.

COSMETICS AND SKIN, BODY CARE

Mary Kay Cosmetics (Carol Fehr)

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Arthur Murray Dance Studio

2216 S. El Camino Real, Ste,. 203, Oceanside 760-754-1106 www.arthurmurraystudios.com Bring your romance onto the dance floor with the help of Arthur Murray. Learn the most popular dances from certified dance professionals through private lessons, group classes and dance parties. Imagine how happy your loved one will be when you bring home a gift certificate to dance your nights away.

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