Progress June 2017

June 2017 Vol. 38 Issue 6 modchamber.org

LEADERSHIP MODESTO: Nurturing Community Leaders

6 Cups to College

Graffiti Summer

National Night Out

CONTENTS JUNE 2017 Mission Statement

The Modesto Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to serving the greater Modesto Area, regional businesses and community prosperity through advocacy, collaboration, access to leaders, economic development, connectivity and business education.

Executive Committee Chairman Eric Tobias, F&M Bank

Chairman-Elect Steven Rank, Rank Investigations and Protection, Inc.

Past Chairman David Gianelli, Gianelli & Associates Vice Chairman, External Operations Stephen Madison, STANCO Vice Chairman, Internal Operations Patricia Gillum, Patricia A. Gillum,CPA Directors Elliot Begoun, The Intertwine Group Brad Blakeley, Edward Jones Investments Todd Falduti,Vintage Faire Mall Ryan Fitzpatrick,Valley BMW/Lexus David Gingerich, TD Gingerich Insurance Solutions, Inc. Paul Holshouser, Flowers Baking Co. of Modesto Michael Howell, Blom & Associates Warren Kirk, Doctors Medical Center Naomi Layland, Huff Construction Co, Inc. Craig Lewis, Lewis Capital Advisors Virginia Madueño, Imagen, LLC DeSha McLeod, Community Hospice Inc. Tom Nielsen, Individual Member Peggy O’Donnell, Mid-Valley Promotion Dillon Olvera, Beard Land & Investment Co. Kay Peck, HealthSouth Rehabilitation of Modesto Thomas Reeves, Pacific Gas & Electric Co. Lucy Virgen, Bank of the West Pete Zahos, Sysco Central California, Inc. Advisors Keith Boggs, Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office George Boodrookas, Modesto Junior College David Boring, Never Boring Kristopher Helton, Leadership Modesto Jim Holgersson, City of Modesto David White, Opportunity Stanislaus Melissa Williams, Modesto Irrigation District Cecil Russell, President/CEO Modesto Chamber of Commerce CRussell@ModChamber.org Publisher: Modesto Chamber of Commerce 209.577.5757 • Progress@ModChamber.org www.ModChamber.org Graphic Design: Never Boring 209.526.9136 • www.neverboring.com Printer: The Parks Group 209.576.2568 • mike@theparksgroup.com Distribution: The Parks Group 209.576.2568 Advertising Sales: Never Boring 209.526.9136 • progress@neverboring.com © Copyright 2017 Modesto Chamber of Commerce.

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LEADERSHIP

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Message from the CEO

EDITORIAL

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National Night Out

COVER STORY

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Leadership Modesto: Nurturing Community Leaders

GUEST COLUMN

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MoPRIDE, Inc.

NETWORKING & REFERRALS

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Chamber Calendar

EDUCATION

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SCOE Plans More Work Training

Options for Adults

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

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Leadership Modesto's Community Gift

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Modesto Chamber of Commerce.

STATE OF BUSINESS AND EDUCATION CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION UPDATE

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MESSAGE FROM THE CEO

By Cecil Russell, Chamber President and CEO

CECIL RUSSELL CHAMBER PRESIDENT AND CEO

The main focus of this issue of Progress is on Leadership Modesto. Leadership Modesto is a program of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce that was formed 34 years ago. Mike Zagaris, Jeff Cowan, and the President at that time developed this Leadership program to help insure that Modesto would continue to develop informed leaders for our community.

We thank them for this program.

Each year for the last 34 years, 25 people have attended a one-day class each month for 10 months to improve their understanding of our community. For the last decade or so, each class has undertaken a “class project.” This project is something that enhances and adds value to our community. This year’s class developed and raised funds to construct the Intersection of Art project (see related article on pages 6, 7, and 20).

Every month of the program, one of the program attendees writes an article of that month’s activities in Progress. These articles describe the exposure that comes with participating in Leadership Modesto.

For more information about how you can get involved in Leadership Modesto, please go to our website: modchamber.org/programs-events/ leadership-modesto.

Leadership Modesto is just one way we bring value to our members and the business community. We are always working to improve and bring even greater value. To that end, we will be sending out an online survey via e-mail in mid-June to our entire membership to gain insight into what our members are thinking and to gauge interest in our current and future programs and benefits. So please be on the lookout for this e-mail in the coming weeks. We would really appreciate it if you would take a few minutes out of your busy day to complete the online survey for us.

There has been a lot of activity in downtown Modesto this last month.

The return of AMGEN tour created a lot of excitement with statewide and national coverage for Modesto. The Downtown Modesto (DoMo) Partnership reported on the State of the Downtown, and also held its first presentation in its Visioning Series.

You can get more information and download the presentation at its website: www.domopartnership.org/visioning-series. There has been a flurry of new activity with openings of two new restaurants, Churchkey on 12th St. and Bayou Bar & Grill on 14th St. Smart & Final is in the process of relocating in the old Save Mart site on H St., and several architect and law firms are moving into new offices this summer.

The building that houses the Chamber has a new owner, and the building is undergoing a large remodeling and expansion process that

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will include many new businesses. There will be a downtown rally and reception on June 22 at 5:30 p.m. in the lobby at the Gallo Center for the Arts to celebrate the ACE Train Downtown station that will be built in Modesto. Our elected officials will be there, as well as cuisine samples and beverages from local downtown restaurants.

In other areas of the city, Doctors Medical Center took over the old vacated restaurant on McHenry and has totally remodeled it into a grand, state-of-the-art conference center. I also had the pleasure to be the Master of Ceremonies for Valley Children’s Healthcare’s groundbreaking ceremony for its new Specialty Care Center to be constructed on Pelandale Ave. on six acres by Save Mart. This will be a 40,000 square foot building that will care for the 9,900 outpatients, and is expected to triple to 27,500 in the next decade. Derek Carr, quarterback for the Oakland Raiders, was the featured speaker. His son was a patient when Carr was still in college, and he has been a spokesman and an ambassador for Valley Children Hospital since.

This is a very welcomed addition to our growing health care needs in our community.

The other exciting new development is the 48 million dollar investment that Koelsch Organization is investing in North Modesto on Healthcare Way across the street from Kaiser Hospital: their Independent Living Center, The Park at Modesto. The Care Community will have 135 apartments, living units, and will complement The El Rio Memory Care also on Healthcare Way. The El Rio Memory Care is scheduled to open in September of this year and The Park is scheduled to open in the summer of 2018. The Memory Center will have 24 hour nursing care and the total number of employees will be 90. Thank you to Aaron Koelsch for choosing Modesto and bringing these much needed facilities and jobs to our community.

The Modesto Chamber has been in planning discussions with The Disney Institute to bring their world-class professional development and leadership training classes to Modesto. This will be a one-day class, and it is the only class Disney is offering in California in 2017 or 2018. We hope this will become an annual event for our region. We already are receiving reservations. More details on this opportunity will be published in the next issue of Progress.

June always kicks off Graffiti Summer in Modesto and the North Modesto Kiwanis parade of classic cars and their car show will bring excitement on June 9, with the parade on June 10, and June 11 for the car show. This is a tradition that brings joy to one and all.

This brings us to one last thing that the Chamber is working on to bring added benefit and to remind you that your Chamber CARES. Next month we will be coming out with a new look for Progress Magazine, so keep an eye out for the July issue. We look forward to your feedback! P

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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

By Rosie Garcia, Community Service Officer in the Crime Prevention Unit with Modesto Police Department Let’s get this party started! National Night Out is an annual communitybuilding campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie helping to support stronger and safer neighborhoods. The annual event is always the first Tuesday in August.

This year, NNO falls on Aug. 1.

Why be involved in National Night Out?

The event is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for and participation in local anti-crime programs, strengthening neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships while sending a message to criminals letting them know that communities are organized and fighting back.

How does Modesto celebrate National Night Out?

Neighborhoods close their streets and host events like ice cream socials, group barbecues,potlucks, and fun family games (horseshoes, frisbee, football, etc.) Some neighborhoods host their NNO event in their local park inviting all to attend. This event opens the door to meet your neighbors. When you know your neighbors, you are more apt to keep an eye out for each other, thus making for a safer community.

On National Night Out, various City Departments go out and visit neighborhood parties throughout the city. Participants include, but are not limited to: Modesto Police Department, Modesto Fire Department, City Manager, Council members, Mascots, ADT (a national sponsor), and many more. These staff members visit parties, building relationships with the community.

KICK-OFF PARTY ART • MUSIC • FOOD • FUN

Thursday, June 15, 2017 | 5pm-9pm Hosted in conjuntion with the DOWNTOWN MODESTO ART WALK featuring art galleries, as well as businesses and organizations that display art for the evening, coming together to showcase the best of the arts in downtown Modesto.

For a list of downtown locations visit: modestoartwalk.com

National Night Out Kick-Off Party 10th Street Place Plaza, Downtown Modesto

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie helping to support stronger and safer neighborhoods

In Partnership with: For more information contact

MODESTO POLICE DEPARTMENT Crime Prevention Unit Rosie Garcia 209-572-9636 | Miguel Hernandez 209-342-9175 Susan Cuevas 209-342-9175

LENDING IN YOUR COMMUNITY

How do businesses get involved?

ADT and first-time participant McDonalds provided funding for the National Night Out t-shirts and yard signs that are given to each host registering their party with Modesto PD. Partnerships with our local businesses and national sponsors are necessary for a successful event.

First time participants:

Downtown Modesto Art Walk, DID, Modesto Visitors Bureau and downtown businesses are hosting a National Night Out Kick-Off party on June 15, 5 p.m. through 9 p.m., downtown Modesto.

Our local businesses come out in force to sponsor give aways that are provided to members of our community at events leading up to National Night Out. What better way to showcase the businesses in our city that some people may not have visited before? Let’s promote Modesto first and our local businesses, keeping our citizens in Modesto for fun, food, and entertainment!

How can you get involved?

Call Modesto Police Department Crime Prevention Unit at 209.342.9185 P

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LEADERSHIP MODESTO: Nurturing Community Leaders

By Ashley Stinson

The backbone of every community, large or small, is its leadership.

The people at the helm of the community decide whether cities and towns will thrive and how they will overcome the myriad challenges of everyday life. For more than thirty years, Leadership Modesto has been making sure that Modesto’s community leaders are developed, informed, and ready to carry our city into the future.

The program begins with a retreat where that year’s class has a chance to meet each other and form bonds which will last through the program and beyond, providing them with a network of hard-working assertive leaders outside of their own field. These are f riendships which can last a lifetime and which can be used strengthen the whole community.

In the early 80s, inspired by Leadership Denver, Jeff Cowan, who was, at the time, the President of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, and Dave Kilby, then Chamber Manager, brought the idea of a local leadership program before the Chamber. The Chamber approved his forward-thinking program and it’s been continuously running ever since.

In the 35 years that Leadership Modesto has been running, countless community leaders have passed through the program. Leadership Modesto alumni have included judges, elected officials, sheriffs, and many who have gone on to lead nonprofit organizations. To the program’s originator, the effects of the program on the civic landscape of Modesto is obvious and positive.

The program is a ten month course and a weekend retreat, designed to instill participants with the knowledge it takes to be prominent members of the community, educating them in valuable areas such as local issues, the arts, law enforcement, healthcare, land usage, and the business community.

“I’ve done a lot of things in the community, because I’ve been around a long time,” Cowan said. “I’ve been on more boards than I can count.

But I would rate at the top of my list for things done for the community, for working with the community, things I’ve been most proud of being involved in is the development of Leadership Modesto.”

“I came into Leadership Modesto

Cowan’s enthusiasm for the program is shared by those who have taken part in it. Cynthia Birdsill, Director of Community and Economic Development for Modesto, is a member of the 2017 Leadership Modesto class.

feeling like I was still just visiting and left feeling not only that I knew Modesto but that it was my home.”

“The steering committee that put it together, we all stayed together for at least a couple years, just babysitting it,” Jeff Cowan recalled.

“We just wanted to make sure that it absolutely functioned well, were there things we needed to change or do differently, so we went to every session, we were involved in the retreat. That first year, we were mother hens about it.”

The attention that Cowan and the rest of his team gave to the program paid off. Since the first Leadership Modesto class began in the fall of 1982, the program has continuously been taking those in the area who wish to lead the community, those who are in local government or local nonprofits, and helping to establish them by providing them a firm knowledge base of area issues and connections to other proactive community members.

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“Because I am in government, I thought that I would already know most of what Leadership Modesto covered,” Birdsill said. “However, the program was much more enriching than I anticipated.”

The course that Birdsill participated in is much the same as the one which the alumni of the very first Leadership Modesto took part in. She and other participants were presented with a broad swath of subjects important to Modesto’s function, culture, or economy, which they explored thoroughly through hands-on, instructive activities including police ride-alongs, agriculture operations, and simulations of critical public safety events.

Birdsill praised her peers in the group, and the varied backgrounds and skills of her peers, as helping them all be successful in their training together.

“Being a transplant to Modesto, the Valley, and the west coast as whole, it was hard to feel connected to Modesto,” said a classmate from this year, Nate Benninger. “My hope was that Leadership Modesto would push me out of my comfort zone and connect me the community at large. It worked. The class make up is from very diverse social-

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economic, religious, and political backgrounds. Each class member gives you a glimpse into another microcosm of the community, and the ‘class room’ days only help to reiterate these concepts.”

In fact, this year’s class has chosen to raise awareness for the arts— and revitalize Downtown Modesto at the same time. They call it the “Intersection of Art.” Two intersections were beautified: I and 10th St., and I and 11th—both right in front of the Gallo Center for the Arts. The intersections were transformed into a local artist’s homage to music, performing arts, and more.

Going forward, Jeff Cowan expresses his hope that more business people will join the ranks of Leadership Modesto’s alumni. Many who enter the program come from the governmental sector or are leaders for nonprofit organizations, but Cowan thinks that business leaders would especially find the classes useful and represent a very important portion of Modesto.

“Over the years we’ve had a lot of nonprofits and a lot of governmental agency people go through—and that’s good, because they need to have a greater view of the community other than just their particular governmental agency,” said Cowan.

“But at the same time, I think it’s the business community that really needs to participate. We have a section of the economy that’s not represented. And that’s the concern I have, making sure that, over time, we get a true representation of the community in these classes.”

The latest Leadership Modesto class will be graduating from the program in the middle of June, and a new class will be chosen over the summer for next year’s program.

“I came into Leadership Modesto feeling like I was still just visiting and left feeling not only that I knew Modesto but that it was my home,” said Benninger.

For more information about Leadership Modesto, contact Natalie Nielsen at the Modesto Chamber, 209.577.5757 or nnielsen@modchamber.org

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6 CU PS TO COLLEGE MENT ORSHIP P ROGRAM O F FE R S R E WAR D ING E XP ERIENC E FO R MENT ORS A ND MENT E E S

By Stanislaus Community Foundation STANISLAUS COUNTY—Central Valley High School student Adriana Mendoza always knew she wanted to go to college, but wasn’t sure how.

“College was kind of this abstract concept I felt like I was walking into with my eyes closed,” Adriana said. “Since my parents didn’t go to college, I didn’t have anybody to give me much advice. The learning directors at my school did a great job helping us students get signed up and ready to go, but every student has a different story. College goes beyond getting signed up.”

One program Adriana signed up for in her senior year did take her beyond the basics. The 6 Cups to College mentorship program exposed her to the various possibilities available to her.

“Through the program, I was able to get professional, one-on-one advice on my college decision,” Adriana said. “My mentor guided me and gave me all sides of the story, and showed me the ups and downs of each decision.”

Adriana was accepted to Humboldt State University and CSU Channel Islands. She hopes to attend Humboldt State in the fall, if she receives enough financial aid.

“I am so proud of her,” said Adriana’s mentor and SCOE employee, Ninfa Smith. “I feel very optimistic about her future. It was such a rewarding experience to know that my limited and humble knowledge made a difference. Sometimes it’s the small things that we don’t think are a big deal but, to that student, that small piece of information changes their world.”

ABOUT 6 CUPS TO COLLEGE 6 Cups to College is a volunteer mentorship program that pairs a professional with a high school student to meet at least six times, whether at a coffee shop or the student’s school. The Stanislaus County Office of Education (SCOE) College and Career Planning team administers the program, matches each pair, and provides guidance and resources to the mentors. The mentor and mentee discuss college options, applications, financial aid options, scholarships and career goals.

The program is one element of an initiative called Stanislaus Futures —a long-term, large-scale effort to provide low-income Stanislaus County students the opportunity to achieve their college and career goals through college and financial aid guidance as well as scholarships.

SCOE, Stanislaus Community Foundation, and The Modesto Bee are all Stanislaus Futures partners, providing support and funding.

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THE RESULTS During the 2016-2017 school year—6 Cups to College’s first year – the program had 18 mentors and 21 students. Counselors from the seven Stanislaus Futures pilot high schools selected the students.

Even in its first year, the program has made an impact. SCOE and Stanislaus Community Foundation report that each mentee applied to at least one college and many of them received acceptances from universities like UC Davis, UC Merced, Stanislaus State, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Cal State Long Beach. 80 percent of the mentees in this first cohort will attend college in the fall—that’s 15 percent higher than the college-going rate for the pilot schools. Nine of the 21 mentees will receive a Stanislaus Futures scholarship.

THE REWARDS OF MENTORING The students aren’t the only ones benefiting from 6 Cups to College.

“I like being a mentor because I can positively impact a local student’s future through education,” said Dr. Cassandra Abram, a mentor and optometrist in Turlock. Her mentee plans to attend Stanislaus State after graduating from Ceres High School. “It’s rewarding to have a hand in helping a student in my community achieve their educational goals, and hopefully set them on a journey for their own personal and career growth like I experienced in college.”

“Being a mentor has ignited a passion in me to invite my friends and colleagues to get involved,” said Ninfa. “I think we have some amazing talent here in our community that is untapped. I believe we can create a ‘college-going culture’ one student at a time.”

HOW YOU CAN HELP 6 Cups to College is hoping to expand its reach to match 175 students with mentors in the 2017-2018 school year. If you’re interested in becoming a mentor, you can attend one of three orientations at the SCOE Patterson Room at 1100 H St. in downtown Modesto this summer: Thursday, June 29, 6-8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 12, 6-8:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 5, 9-11:30 a.m.

Register at www.stancoe.org/SCOE/admin/CollegeAwareness/ currentEvents.htm. For more information, contact Tony Boatner at 209.238.1717 or aboatner@stancoe.org. P

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GUEST COLUMN M OP RI DE, I NC . E D U C AT I N G T HE P U B L I C A N D B U SI NESSES O N T O L E R A N C E A N D R E S P E C T

By Kelly Cruz, President, MoPRIDE, Inc.

Through the vision, dedication and hard work of their supporters, MoPride, Inc., a California 501(3)(c), became a reality in 2014. It came together to share ideas and resources and to build a strong, visible LGBTQ community in Stanislaus County. Since its inception, MoPride, Inc. has focused primarily on outreach to LGBTQ individuals through sponsorship of public events with a focus on visibility, advocacy for civil rights issues, partnership with the local youth and high school GSA clubs, participation in community support events with other nonprofit groups and fundraising for continued support of the community.

MoPRIDE, Inc.’s mission is to act as a catalyst for building and celebrating the strength, dignity, self-determination and equality of LGBTQ individuals in Stanislaus County.

MoPRIDE, Inc. opened the Central Valley Pride Center (CVPC) in October, 2016, and is located at 400 12th St., Suite 2, in Modesto.

The center is MoPRIDE, Inc.’s primary vehicle for providing programs that focus on participant-specific peer-support groups, civil rights advocacy, mentorships, LGBTQ equality rights, suicide prevention information and transgender rights. MoPride, Inc. hosts social events and mixers, and offers referrals to mental health, substance abuse, and health providers within Stanislaus County. The CVPC ensures that members of the LGBTQ community have a safe place to be heard and supported. MoPRIDE, Inc. and CVPC are currently run solely by volunteers. The CVPC is open Wednesday— Friday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday f rom noon to 6:00 p.m.

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MoPRIDE, Inc. and the Central Valley Pride Center seek to affirm LGBTQ individuals in their lives and identities by providing leadership, education, peer support, outreach (particularly to youth), community development, visibility and advocacy. MoPride, Inc. works to educate the public on tolerance and respect for all people within the LGBTQ community, and conducts other activities associated with this goal as allowed by law.

MoPride’s largest annual fundraising event is Pride in the Park. This year it is to be held at John Thurman Field on June 17. Pride in the Park aims to bring people together to recognize and applaud the achievements of the LGBTQ community, to remember our history, and to raise awareness of the work still to be done.

In addition to Pride in the Park, MoPRIDE, Inc.’s funding comes fundraisers such as bi-monthly bingo, grants, and funding from the California Endowment and CRLA, and shows at the Gallo Center for the Arts and The State Theatre.

MoPRIDE, Inc. also offers presentations for groups, classes and businesses designed to help others understand more about who they are, the discrimination the LGBTQ community faces, and the ways in which they can be fully welcomed into workplaces, families and communities. The information, in a two-hour to six-hour workshop, is presented to audiences who want to learn more about the LGBTQ community and to support and educate its allies. This education is critical to the success of the movement for LGBTQ understanding and equality, and promotes an inclusive and welcoming environment for all people. P

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Modesto Rotary Club 26th Annual Senior Stride Fun Walk Senior Stride Fun Walk event provides seniors, families and friends the opportunity to enjoy fellowship, a fun walk, entertainment and more while learning about services and resources available to them in our community.

Friday, Sept. 8, 2017 | 8-11 a.m.

East La Loma Park 2001 Edgebrook Drive Modesto, CA 95354 Registration fee to participate is $2 and includes a Senior Stride t-shirt, light breakfast, community vendor fair, and more. Preregistration is encouraged but not required. To learn more about Senior Stride or to register call 209.578.9999. Event sponsorship opportunities are available. P

Join Modesto Gospel Mission for a Night at the Museum Art Auction & Fundraiser! Stroll through McHenry Mansion on a warm summer's eve. Enjoy the museum's displays along with art for auction from local artists like Henrietta Sparkman, Dr. Sandra Gaskell, CCC-SLP.D RPA, Louise Bogetti, Wally Carroll, Carolyn Rossman, Ken McBride, Danise Huey, Merla Jordan, Darlene Day, Amie Postma, and more! We will also be featuring art f rom our mission guests. Appetizers and ref reshments will be served. Tickets are $25 and are in a limited quantity. Get your tickets f rom 9-5 p.m. at 1400 Yosemite Blvd in Modesto, by phone at 209.225.2951, or through Eventbrite. P

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There’s a lot more to Eyeglass World than being your one-stop shop for all things eyewear. Eyeglass World keeps customers happy with an impressively wide range of services and products. Part of their success may be attributed to one simple mission: “to help people see their best to live their best.” With over 100 locations across the U.S. and the newest location right here in Modesto, Eyeglass World offers eye exams, contact lenses, eyeglasses, sunglasses, and protective eyewear.

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NEW CHAMBER MARKETING TOOLS CLASS Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 12 to 1 p.m.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING* Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 7:30 to 9 a.m.

STANISLAUS GREEN TEAM Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1020 10th St. 9 to 10 p.m.

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING* Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 12 to 1 p.m.

ACE PASSENGER RAIL SERVICE TO DOWNTOWN MODESTO Community Celebration and Reception Gallo Center for the Arts 1000 I St. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

AMBASSADOR/WELCOME TEAM* Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 8 to 9 a.m.

DID YOU KNOW… Modesto Chamber offers

Public Notary Services $15 per signature For more information: CHERYL FOOTE cfoote@modchamber.org 209.577.5757

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING* Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 7:30 to 9 a.m.

BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS American Chevrolet 4742 McHenry Ave. 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

NEW CHAMBER MARKETING TOOLS CLASS Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 12 to 1 p.m.

STANISLAUS GREEN TEAM Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 9 to 10 p.m.

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AT&T MOBILITY Nathan Oliver 1600 McHenry Ave., Ste A Modesto, CA 95355 209.557.9725 Att.com CAROLYN HUFF PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO AND GALLERY Carolyn Huff 1224 K St. Modesto, CA 95354 209.918.6627 Carolynhuff.org DELTA CHARTER SCHOOLS Jeff Tilton 31400 S Koster Rd. Tracy, CA 95304 209.740.4699 Deltacharter.net EYEGLASS WORLD Dorothy Soda 2225 Plaza Pkwy., Ste. C-1 Modesto, CA 95354 Eyeglassworld.com GROUPSYNC SOLUTIONS, LLC Phil Williams 2455 Naglee Rd., #260 Tracy, CA 95304 209.814.4700 Groupsync365.com LEWIS CAPITAL ADVISORS Craig Lewis 1114 J St. Modesto, CA 95354 209.996.0271 MERCADO DULCERIA MEXICO Jesus Tovar 301 9th St. Modesto, CA 95351 209.572.2269

MOLLARD INDUSTRIES DBA MIDAS MODESTO Kevin Mollard 3833 McHenry Ave. Modesto, CA 95356 209.523.4706 Fax 209.571.0893 Midas.com NOVO TECHNOLOGIES Kathy Martinez 5039 Pentecost Dr., Ste. C Modesto, CA 95356 209.505.1896 Consultnovo.com PRINCETON EVENT CENTER Hawel Hawel 1640 Princeton Ave. Modesto, CA 95350 209.529.9927 Modestobanquethall.net RENEE’S DAY SPA & SALON – TIFFANY IVEY Tiffany Ivey 1245 McHenry Ave. Modesto, CA 95350 209.815.1935 REPSCO, INC Paul Bennett, Jr. 5300 Clause Rd., Bldg. 2 Modesto, CA 95357 303.294.0364 Repsco.com VALLEY MOUNTAIN REGIONAL CENTER Enos Edmerson 702 N. Aurora St. Stockton, CA 95202 Vmrc.net

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EDUCATION SCOE PLANS MORE WORK TRAINING OPTIONS FOR ADULTS

By Scott Kuykendall, Assistant Superintendent Educational Options, Stanislaus County Off ice of Education

SCOTT KUYKENDALL

Exciting things are happening at the Stanislaus County Office of Education (SCOE). The adult high school diploma program, Come Back Kids (CBK), just broke another enrollment record and now serves over 700 students countywide.

The largest CBK site is located in downtown Modesto. Over 20 instructors and support staff work with students at the former Modesto Bee building—but it’s about to get much more interesting.

The large building at 1325 H St. takes up nearly the entire city block; over half is wide open, industrial space that once housed the newspaper’s two story printer, paper warehouse, and circulation docks. This huge space (think aircraft hangar) will soon be home to a variety of training programs for motivated job seekers in the area. Opportunity Stanislaus is already a partner.

SCOE recognizes the importance of working alongside the business community and seeking input when determining which programs are most relevant to our local economy. VOLT and NCCT are both programs created to meet the demands of the current labor market.

This ongoing collaboration will ensure programs are responding to work force needs.

Training offerings will be fluid and reflect the current economic climate.

Much of the space is adaptable for a variety of uses and the possibilities are almost endless. SCOE is looking forward to better meeting the needs of our students, local businesses, and the community with these up-and-coming job training opportunities. P

Its newly created Valley Occupational Learning & Technology (VOLT) Institute will be one of the first hands-on vocational training programs on site. VOLT will offer a variety of business-driven technical courses needed in advanced manufacturing. There will be an admissions and screening process, but candidates who successfully complete the program are assured of a good paying job with a local employer. For more information, contact volt@opportunitystanislaus.com.

Northern California Construction Trades (NCCT), another SCOE partner, will be moving from its current Turlock location at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds to the Modesto site as well. Program participants learn a variety of framing and carpentry skills. The new facility will allow students to construct an entire house complete with necessary electrical, plumbing, flooring, and roofing—all of this done in the enclosed space where the printer once was. Solar panel installation and forklift training are two more certifications that will be offered.

The focus of all trainings will be to prepare students for “middle skill” jobs. Middle skill is defined as a training or certification that requires a high school diploma but not a four-year college degree. Common careers in this category include respiratory therapists, police officers, construction managers, dental hygienists, and electricians.

With this in mind, all aspects of the building will be scrutinized in light of potential work force training. The existing cafeteria could be used for food service and culinary arts. Ample space allows for a stateof-the-art computer lab to be used for Microsoft Windows and Google certifications. Already in the planning stages is an onsite childcare center that doubles as a training ground for aspiring early childhood development and education teachers.

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Students from the Northern California Construction Trades (NCCT) program train on lift equipment.

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19TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GRAFFITI CAR SHOW & FESTIVAL

By North Modesto Kiwanis Club The North Modesto Kiwanis Club expects almost 1,300 classic vehicles—vintage 1979 and older—for its 19th annual American Graffiti Car Show and Festival June 9 to 11 in Modesto. It is the largest of many local activities scheduled during Modesto’s Graffiti Month.

Trophies for car show winners will be presented at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 11.

The weekend opens with a classic car parade on Friday, June 9 that loops through downtown and out McHenry Ave.. The parade will begin at 6:30 p.m. McHenry Avenue and several downtown streets will be closed to traffic starting at 3 p.m.

Participation in the parade is only open to classic vehicles that have been registered for the Kiwanis car show.

Car owners also may register between 1 and 6:30 p.m. on June 9 at the Clarion Inn Conference Center, 1612 Sisk Rd., and on Saturday and Sunday mornings at the show. For car owners who have registered in advance, packets may be picked up at the Clarion Inn. To enter the parade route, vehicle owners must display a sticker that is only available with their registration packet.

Grand marshal for the 2017 parade and festival will be John Sanders, a retired businessman and longtime North Modesto Kiwanis Club member. Sanders chaired the American Graffiti Car Show and Festival from its inception through last year.

American Graffiti 2017 t-shirts will be available in the registration room at the Clarion Inn on June 9 and at the show both days.

The two-day show will be held June 10 through 11 at the Modesto Municipal Golf Course, 400 Tuolumne Bld. As well as showcasing hundreds of classic vehicles, the show will feature a display of specialty vehicles and live music on the Firestone Walker 805 Stage. Among musicians scheduled to perform are the well-known tribute band Journey Revisited, Rock of Ages, Woman of Rock and ZZ VaughnStevie Topp. More than 100 vendors will offer a variety of food and beverages, crafts, car-related gear, games for children and more.

Candy Clark and Bo Hopkins, who starred in the 1973 movie “American Graffiti,” will attend again this year, signing autographs in a booth at the show. Custom car creator Gene Winfield also will have a booth.

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The parade and car show are open to vehicles from model years 1979 or older. Registration is $40 per vehicle through May 28, and $50 after May 28. More information and registration forms are available at www.americangraffitifestival.com or by calling 888.746.9763.

The parade is free. Spectator admission to the car show is $10 per person, with children 12 and under admitted free if accompanying an adult. Show hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 10, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

June 11. Free parking is available on the golf course. Watch for signs at Tuolumne Bld. and Roselawn Ave.. Street parking is limited on the golf course perimeter, and the Modesto Nuts have home games that weekend.

All car show proceeds go to dozens of local youth programs that are supported by the 90-member North Modesto Kiwanis Club.

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Graffiti Summer 2017 Fri & Sat Nights (all summer long) A & W Root Beer 1404 G Street. Classic Cars, Elvis, Hula Hoop contest, Karaoke & Root Beer Floats served by Car Hops on Roller Skates.

Wednesday Nights (all summer long) Velvet Creamery 2204 McHenry Ave. Classic Car Show, Activities, Raffles & more!

June 3 American Graffiti Ready for root beer floats & dancing in the aisles to one of the best film soundtracks in history? Don your best duds from the late ‘50s and early ‘60s, or dress as your favorite character from American Graffiti, George Lucas’ consummate coming-of-age film, and join in the fun! Showtime 2:00pm. Tickets: $3. State Theatre, 1307 J Street. For more information please call (209) 527-4697.

June 4 12th Annual Graffiti Classic Car Show Modesto Area Street Rod Association’s 12th annual classic car show at the McHenry Village Shopping Center. Show time 9:00am to 3:00pm, live rockin’ oldies by The Hot Rods Band. Raffle drawings all day long, with special dignitary awards and over 50 trophy sponsor awards. *Celebrating 50 years of Camaro 1967-2017 with special parking and custom designed t- shirts for the first 50 Camaros parked in the designated area. Car entry fee $25.00 till May 30th, $30.00 after, includes lunch for two. Free admission for spectators. A portion of all proceeds go to local charities.

Early registration packet pick up on Saturday, June 3rd from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at the McHenry Village back parking lot. Love classic cars, spend the day with us. For more information call Ray at (209) 521-6607 or visit www.modestoasra.com.

June 5-8 Mid-Valley Chevy Club Car shows are free & at a different location each night from 5-8pm.

Mon. American Chevrolet 4742 McHenry Ave. Tues.

Vintage Faire Mall 3401 Dale Road *Wed. Downtown Modesto 10th Street Plaza Thur.

Cool Hand Luke’s 2505 Patterson Rd, Riverbank *Staged cars will be in the 11th & K Streets parking lot. Contact Mid Valley Chevy Club at 209-499-2163. www.midvalleychevy.com.

June 7 Graffiti Cruise Route Presentation Legends of the cruise route presentation. Join us as we honor the new inductees into the Walk of Fame. 7:00pm. 10th Street Plaza, 1010 10th Street. www.modestocruiseroute.com June 9 Official Kiwanis Classic Car Parade The route travels through cool Downtown Modesto and goes down McHenry Ave. to Orangeburg & back to downtown. The parade will feature thousands of classic cars, hot rods & street rods. 6:30pm in Downtown Modesto. You do not want to miss this amazing event! To enter your classic car visit www.americangraffitifestival.com

June 10 Modesto Nuts Graffiti Night Take me out to the ballgame to enjoy action packed baseball, classic cars, 50’s and 60’s music, root beer floats and fun contests. Modesto Nuts take on the Stockton Ports, Game time 7:05pm. Fireworks after the game.

John Thurman Field, 601 Neece Drive. www.modestonuts.com 209-529-0366 www.modestonuts.com June 10 The Doo Wop Project Featuring current and former stars of “Jersey Boys” and “Motown: The Musical,” and their hot band, it’s a night filled with classics including Dion and the Belmonts’ “I Wonder Why,” Thurston Harris’ “Little Bitty Pretty One,” The Del-Vikings “Come and Go With Me,” The Capris’ “Morse Code of Love,” and many more! Show starts at 8:00pm at the Gallo Center, 1000 I Street. Call 209-338-2100 for tickets or visit www.galloarts.org.

June 10th & 11th American Graffiti Car Show & Festival This 19th Annual event is presented by the North Modesto Kiwanis. The car show & festival is Saturday June 10 from 9am to 5pm & Sunday June 11 from 9am to 3pm. Check out the classic cars, visit Gene Winfield as he chops a car, stroll through hundreds of specially selected food & vendor booths.

Live music throughout the festival each day. All proceeds go to local charities. Municipal Golf Course, 400 Tuolumne Blvd. 1-888-746-9763 or www.americangraffitifestival.com.

June 17 24th Annual Back to Graffiti at the Fruit Yard Join us for the longest running classic car show in Modesto commemorating George Lucas’ American Graffiti movie. Car Show will feature raffle prizes, music, vendors and more! Registration $35.00. Free to the public. 9:00am The Fruit Yard, 7948 Yosemite Blvd. 209-577-3093.

June 17 Sing-a-long Grease Dress up as your favorite character from the film, compete for prizes, & dance in the aisles with Rydell Highs most famous graduating class. There will be fun giveaways, drink specials, contests and prizes. Showtime 3:00pm.

Tickets $5. State Theatre, 1307 J Street. 209-527-4697.

June 25 The 10th Annual Rod & Custom Car Show Classic cars & custom hot rods! Music, food & beverages available for purchase. Breakfast 7:00am-10:00am. Proceeds to benefit Modesto Elks .

Free admission. Car show starts at 9:00am. Car participants parking is 7:008:30am. Car registration $25 in advance & $30 day of the show, includes lunch for two. Awards presented at 3:00pm. Elks Lodge 645 Charity Way. 209-529-0366.

June 9 Downtown Cruise-In Immediately following the Classic Car parade June 9th, we invite you to join us in Downtown Modesto to stay & ‘hang out’ on the Historic Graffiti Cruise Route! Live entertainment & music including a very special tribute to Chuck Berry! Special parking for classic cars. For more information call 209-529-9303.

Look for the official Graffiti Summer tabloid in the Modesto Bee May 28th!

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LEADERSHIP MODESTO’S COMMUNITY GIFT

By The Class of 2017

As the Leadership Modesto year wraps up, the class was able to present its gift to the Modesto Community. The class examined a lot of options and at first, was compelled to help disadvantaged youth or the homeless populations of Modesto.

So how did we go from shelters to art? The hardest part of choosing a project wasn’t finding something that we were passionate to complete, it was finding something that we could actually complete during our time together and that would leave a lasting impact. Some proposed projects were two years out from being able to start and some we weren’t sure were even possible.

The Intersection of Art, as it came to be known, offered a unique opportunity. It already had support from several key stakeholders. It could be completed in an aggressive manner and with an accelerated timeline. Lastly, it made a statement on the downtown landscape.

The Intersection of Art was chosen because it was believed that the project would create a permanent point of interest in Modesto. One that would promote the arts in our community and highlight what is good and right about Modesto. Our hope was that people would come to see the crosswalks and enjoy dinner and a show, and perhaps even play Heart & Soul or Chopsticks as you cross the street.

With the vision to highlight the community as a whole, our class began raising awareness and much needed funds to make this happen.

This was and is a community project that was designed by community artists Julie Scherer and John Griswold, championed by community leaders, and completed for the community. We’re proud to say that there were zero public funds used for this project. Instead, we have local business owners, residents, friends, and family to thank for making this project happen. There were gifts of all sizes from fifteen to several thousand dollars. The response that we received from the community was amazing. People were just as excited to be a part of this great project as we were.

When the paint hit the street the excitement only grew. The Intersection of Art, which had begun as an idea, took on a life of its own. News teams came out to see the contractors working and try to guess what was going on. Kids of all ages (we don’t judge) went dancing across the keyboards. Schools coming to the downtown to visit museums, libraries, or take in a show at the Gallo Center would go out of the way to show off the new artwork that glistened on the streets of downtown. It had accomplished exactly what it was meant to do: give people something good to talk about in Modesto. Even as it was officially unveiled, hundreds of people flooded the plaza to enjoy an environment that echoed a street fair more than a traditional ribbon cutting. There were art vendors, food, prizes, and a live band.

It was so much fun to see kids dancing to sounds of Tongue & Groove and taking crazy pictures in the photo booth.

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As we look back on all the hard work of this last year, there are several lessons that we learned. However, there is one that stands out.

If you take a group of passionate leaders and turn them loose on a city, good things will happen. It was not easy by any stretch, but the leaders that make up the 2017 Leadership Modesto class aren’t ordinary leaders. They set aside egos, titles, and at times ownership, to create a landmark. It was never our project, but rather our gift to our community. For this reason, 2017 is the BEST class ever, and we have the shirts to prove it.

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LOC AL LOGISTICS By: Ashley Stinson

Although their praises often go unsung, shipping warehouses are one of the most vital aspects of

sensitive to the conditions and needs of his clients and can quickly and efficiently respond to

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emerging demands.

Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group provides clients with secure, temperature-regulated storage and the capacity to quickly and efficiently ship product throughout the state by truck or rail.

They are specially-equipped to handle the unique products of our area such as wine, spirits, and food products.

Sometimes in the world of modern business, community involvement can be lacking. This is not the case with Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group. The company isn’t just local, but is, itself, part of the Modesto community and provides its support and participation to around a dozen area programs and organizations. In a non-exhaustive list, Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group supports the arts by way of Gallo Center for the Arts and the Modesto Area Music Association.

“Turning logistics over to a local, experienced, and expertly-run company could be the best decision a small business could make.”

Based out of Modesto, Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group is run under the guidance of CEO Chris Murphy, a prominent member of the Modesto community and publisher of the ModestoView, an all-in-one resource for what’s happening in Modesto.

ModestoView first published its magazine in 2006, but Chris Murphy has been helping community members follow developments across Modesto since 1997 when he started tracking 10th street construction projects. As a local who is active and connected in our community, Murphy is

They provide help for education by supporting Lakewood Elementary, Modesto High School, and California State University Scholarships.

Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group also supports area health groups for the disabled and young families, mental health through art, and job training groups which can prepare local workers for the same sort of logistics work that is performed by Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group.

For area farmers, vineyards and breweries, Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group provides services which are essential—warehouse space, which is specially calibrated to keep the Valley’s most sought-after exports fresh, and shipping which gets it anywhere in the state expediently, including to the ports of Stockton or Oakland.

Turning logistics over to a local, experienced, and expertly-run company could be the best decision a small business could make.

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PRESIDENT’S CLUB CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE SILVER LEVEL

Flowers Baking Co. of Modesto, LLC

Seven Up Bottling Corporation

E. & J. Gallo Winery

PLATINUM LEVEL

Acme Construction Company, Inc.

F & M Bank

Solecon Industrial Contractors

Kaiser Permanente

American Chevrolet

Galletto Ristorante

Solar City

Walmart

American Medical Response

Gianelli & Associates

Solid Networks, Inc.

Walmart Neighborhood Market

Aramark Uniform Services

Gilton Solid Waste Management, Inc.

Atherton & Associates, LLP

DIAMOND LEVEL

Certified Public Accountants

Bank of the West

Bank of Stockton

Beard Land and Investment Co.

Brightwood College

Capax-Giddings, Corby, Hynes, Inc.

Brunn & Flynn

Doctors Behavioral

California State University, Stanislaus

Care One Home Health

Health Center- DMC

Doctors Medical Center-DMC

and Hospice, Inc.

Frito-Lay Company, Inc.

Central Sanitary Supply Co.

MedAmerica Billing Services, Inc.

Golden Valley Health Centers Grimbleby Coleman CPAs, Inc. Grover Landscape Services, Inc. I.J. Larsen Pumps, Inc. Infiniti of Modesto International Paper Company Iron Mountain, Inc.

Stanislaus Distributing Stanislaus Food Products Company Stanislaus Surgical Hospital Storer Coachways SunOpta Aseptic, Inc. Sutter Gould Medical Foundation Telcion Communications Group TSM Insurance Turlock Irrigation District

JS West & Company

Union Bank

Central Valley Ag Grinding

Lewis Capital Advisors

US Bank

Modesto & Empire Traction Co.

Central Valley Automotive

Maxx Value Foods

Valley Children’s Healthcare

Pacific Southwest Container

Central Valley Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge

Mercer Foods

Valley First Credit Union

Central Valley Nissan

Mocse Credit Union

Valley Lexus-BMW

Central Valley Volkswagen Hyundai

The Modesto Bee

Vintage Faire Mall

Central Valley Medical Group

Modesto Toyota

W.H. Breshears, Inc.

5.11, Inc.

Central Valley Specialty Hospital

Oak Valley Community Bank

Crystal Creamery

Chuckchansi Gold Resort & Casino

O’Brien’s Market

DoubleTree Hotel

Clark Pest Control

Fiscallini Cheese Company

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Pacific Gas & Electric Company

HealthSouth Rehabilitation

Collins Electrical

Physician Referral Service-DMC

GOLD LEVEL

of Modesto

Comcast

Memorial Medical Center

Covanta Stanislaus, Inc.

Modesto Irrigation District

Damrell, Nelson, Schrimp, Pallios,

Modesto Nuts Professional Baseball

RACOR, Division of Parker

Del Monte Foods

Delta Sierra Beverage

Hannifin Corporation

Pacher & Silva

Panelized Structures Inc. Pepsi Bottling Group PMZ Real Estate

Winton-Ireland, Strom & Green

Insurance Agency

Yosemite Meat Company, Inc.

D.B.A Courtesy Staffing

Raymond James & Associates, Inc. Rizo-Lopez Foods, Inc.

The Eberhardt School of Business English Oaks Nursing &

Rogers Jewelry Company

San Joaquin Valley College

Taco Bell

Wells Fargo Bank

Prompt Staffing

Sysco Food Services of

Rehabilitation Hospital

Warden’s Office Furniture Outlet

Prime Shine Car Wash

Seneca Foods, LLC Central California

Warden’s Office Products Center

Final Cut Media

Save Mart Supermarkets

First Choice Physician Partners

Smile Shine Family Dental

Food Maxx

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