New Whittier Chamber members were welcomed and recognized on stage during the October Wake Up Whittier at Family Church Whittier. For more photos from the monthly networking breakfast see
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Business Focus Connecting the business and residential communities.
Whittier Chamber members enjoyed networking over a taco Tuesday style buffet during Tasty Tuesday at Manuel’s Original El Tepeyac Café in August. Find more photos from the lunch bunch on
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A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE WHITTIER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
VOL. 20 NO. 11
Vote for business on November 4: California Chamber of Commerce releases ballot positions The California Chamber of Commerce recently released its position on the Propositions slated to be part of the November 4th General Election. While these positions do not necessarily reflect the positions of the Whittier Chamber, local business owners and community members may note that the California Chamber chooses its positions based on the effect each proposition will have on business. Also included are the positions taken by the Regional Chamber Alliance (RCA), a committee comprised of representatives from the Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, La Mirada, Pico Rivera and Downey Chambers of Commerce. Read on and be informed!
Proposition 1
Proposition 2
Proposition 45
Proposition 46
The Water Quality, Supply and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014.
State Budget. Budget Stabilization Account. Legislative Constitutional Amendment.
Healthcare Insurance. Rate Changes. Initiative Statute.
Drug and Alcohol Testing of Doctors. Medical Negligence Lawsuits. Initiative Statute.
California’s economy depends on a reliable water supply. Proposition 1 secures California’s water future, keeps family farms and businesses productive, and puts Californians to work building the new facilities needed to store, deliver and treat water with a $7.5 billion bond. Placed on the Ballot by: AB 1471 Rendon (D-Lakewood; Chapter 188, Statutes of 2014) CalChamber Position: Support Reasons for Position California is in a severe, multi-year drought and has an aging water infrastructure. Proposition 1 creates a comprehensive state water plan that ensures a reliable water supply for farms and businesses during severe drought, protecting both the economy and the environment. The measure will help protect California’s rivers, lakes and streams from pollution and contamination and provides for the restoration of our fish and wildlife resources.
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Proposition 2 amends the State Constitution to strengthen the requirement for a budget reserve and to pay down budget-related debt. Proposition 2 would increase the size of the state’s “rainy day” reserve from $8 billion to $11 billion, and would require minimum annual contributions into that reserve of $800 million – and even more if capital gains revenues to the treasury are strong. Placed on the Ballot by: ACAX2 1 of 2014 (J. Pérez; D-Los Angeles) CalChamber Position: Support. CalChamber President and CEO Allan Zaremberg signed ballot arguments in support of the measure.
This measure requires the Insurance Commissioner (the Commissioner) to approve rates for all health insurance coverage before it can be sold to consumers. Placed on the Ballot by: Petition Signatures CalChamber Position: Oppose. CalChamber President and CEO Allan Zaremberg signed ballot arguments. Reasons for Positions Proposition 45 would unnecessarily create a new layer of bureaucracy, duplicating work already being done by Covered California and other state agencies, causing costly confusion and adding more red tape to the health care system. The nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office projects the measure could increase state administrative costs tens of millions of dollars per year — costs that ultimately will be paid by consumers.
Reasons for Position Placed on the ballot with bipartisan support, Proposition 2 forces the state to save money and requires politicians to live within their means and protect against unnecessary tax increases. In good times, money will be placed in a constitutionally protected reserve and used to pay down debt. In bad times, More Information: the Rainy Day Fund can be used to protect www.stophighercosts.org schools, public safety and other vital services. RCA Position: Oppose More Information: www.CaliforniaRainyDayFund.com RCA Position: Oppose
Sponsored by trial lawyers, the measure seeks to increase the cap on noneconomic damages for medical malpractice lawsuits. Proponents sweetened the measure by also proposing new random drug testing requirements on physicians and requiring health care providers to consult an electronic database regarding patient prescriptions before issuing any new prescriptions. Placed on the Ballot by: Petition Signatures CalChamber Position: Oppose Reasons for Position Proposition 46 would quadruple the limit on medical malpractice awards in California, which will cost consumers and taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars every year in higher health care costs, and cause many doctors and other medical care professionals to quit their practice or move to other states with lower medical malpractice insurance premiums. More Information: www.NoOn46.com RCA Position: Oppose
Proposition 47 Criminal Sentences. Misdemeanor Penalties. Initiative Statute. Proposition 47 reduces penalties for certain offenders convicted of nonserious and nonviolent property and drug crimes. The measure also allows certain offenders who previously have been convicted of such crimes to apply for reduced sentences. Placed on the Ballot by: Petition Signatures CalChamber Position: Oppose Reasons for Position CalChamber is joining the California Police Chiefs Association and the
California District Attorneys Association in opposition to Proposition 47. California has plenty of laws and programs that allow judges and prosecutors to keep first-time, low-level offenders out of jail if it is appropriate. Proposition 47 would strip judges and prosecutors of that discretion. Removing this discretion is especially dangerous for California businesses because shoplifting, theft, forgery and fraud — where the value of the stolen goods or forged documents is less than $950 — would be misdemeanors.
In addition, Proposition 47 will further burden California’s judicial system, jamming the courts with hearings to provide “Get Out of Prison Free” cards. Companies large and small need to have disputes resolved quickly so they can get back to doing what they do best – creating and selling products and services. More Information: w w w. c a l i f o r n i a p o l i c e c h i e f s . o r g / proposition-47 RCA Position: Oppose
Proposition 48 Indian Gaming Compacts. Referendum. Placed on the Ballot by: Petition Signatures CalChamber Position: No Position • RCA Position: No Position
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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE 2014-2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
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President Shannon Gimbel-Hammer, Shannon G’s Flowers Immediate Past President Bonnie Watje, ACRO Printing, Inc. President-Elect & VP Administration Rudy Hernandez, RMH Dance & Productions VP Community Affairs Melanie Bickley, Whittier Brokers VP Membership Ben Greer, GM Properties VP Business Information Chris Hardeman, DialMED Home Care VP Finance David Krake, Merrill Lynch
Do you know the Business Focus Newspaper has an estimated monthly readership of nearly 20,000 people? This includes over 1,000 people checking it out online each month! I know people read the Business Focus for a variety of reasons. Our members rely on it for information about Chamber events and benefits; residents appreciate updates regarding community projects and local activities; and everyone benefits from the information shared in the expert articles throughout the paper. Only members of the Whittier Chamber are able to advertise or be featured in the Business Focus and I can tell you from personal experience that it is a great source for referrals. I
VP Special Events La Donna Munier, Friendly Hills Bank
Ramsey Ezaki, Ezaki Dentistry Miguel Granados, Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary Greg Gunter, Greg’s Auto Body Ted Knoll, First Day Krista Lesa, The Quad at Whittier Elizabeth Martinez, Republic Services Gary Lee Martinez, The Traveling Traveler Greg Nicodemus, Credit Union Of Southern California Laurie Perschbacher, MAP Property Management Tom Rios, Emeritus at Chateau Whittier Monique Rodriguez, PIH Health
STAFF Executive Directors Carol Crosby & Lyn Carty Director of Public Relations Katie Galvin-Surbatovic Event & Member Relations Coordinator Natalie Saenz Receptionist Jessica Reyes Bookkeeper Amber Bookil-Lawrence Whittier Chamber Business Focus Official monthly publication of the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce This publication is mailed monthly to all licensed businesses in the city of Whittier, all Whittier Chamber members and 4,500 Whittier residents in selected areas. Papers are also distributed via various community locations such as Whittier Library, Community Center, Senior Center, City Hall, etc. Total monthly readership is 20,000. We welcome comments, press releases and community interest stories. All submissions are due by the 10th of the month prior to publication. The Whittier Chamber reserves the right to approve and edit submitted material. The Business Focus is also an excellent vehicle within which to advertise! For current advertising rates or to submit an article, email Katie Galvin at katie@whittierchamber.com or call (562) 698-9554.
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listed for free in the 2015 Whittier Chamber Business Directory and Community Guide, as well as featured for free in the new member section of the December 2014 or January 2015 Business Focus Newspaper! The best thing about both of these benefits is that they require very little of your time‌ all you need to do is provide the Chamber staff with details about your business and they do the rest to get your information out to the community. Obviously I am a fan of the Whittier Chamber. I wouldn’t dedicate my time and service to the organization if I didn’t believe in what it stands for and what it does to strengthen the entire Whittier community. I can think of dozens of Chamber benefits that have helped give my business more exposure over the years‌ but I, too, was a new member once and the free marketing I received when I joined the Chamber really assisted me in those early stages of branding my flower shop in the community. If you are interested in learning more about the benefits associated with a Whittier Chamber membership investment, please call the office at (562) 698-9554 or check us out online at www.whittierchamber.com.
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have several customers who have come into my shop because they read about Shannon G’s Flowers in the Business Focus Newspaper. I love that it is really focused on local news, and it continues to connect the business and residential communities together each month with important updates and feel-good stories. Another great printed resource for referrals is the Whittier Chamber Business Directory and Community Resource Guide. Again, only members are featured in this publication which is printed and distributed throughout the community to businesses and residents annually. The book is an easy-to-use, go-to resource which includes contact information for Chamber member businesses, information about local City resources and City departments, as well as interesting statistics and facts about our community. If your business is not a member of the Whittier Chamber, I invite you to learn more about all the benefits associated with a membership investment. In my opinion, November is the perfect time to join the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce because businesses that join by December 1st are guaranteed to be
Year End Tax Planning for 2014
Richard Scrivanich Year-end tax planning is especially challenging this year because Congress has yet to act on a host of tax breaks that expired at the end of 2013. Some of these tax breaks may be retroactively reinstated and extended, but Congress may not decide the fate of these tax breaks until the very end of this year (and, possibly, not until next year). These breaks include, for individuals: the option to deduct state and local sales and use taxes instead of state and local income taxes; the above-the-line-deduction for qualified higher education expenses; tax-free IRA distributions for charitable purposes by those age 70- 1/2 or older; and the exclusion for up-to-$2 million of mortgage debt forgiveness on a principal residence. For businesses, tax breaks that expired at the end of last year and may be retroactively reinstated and extended include: 50% bonus first year depreciation for most new machinery,
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equipment and software; the $500,000 annual expensing limitation; the research tax credit; and the 15-year writeoff for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. Higher-income-earners have unique concerns to address when mapping out year-end plans. They must be wary of the 3.8% surtax on certain unearned income and the additional 0.9% Medicare (hospital insurance, or HI) tax that applies to individuals receiving wages with respect to employment in excess of $200,000 ($250,000 for married couples filing jointly and $125,000 for married couples filing separately). The surtax is 3.8% of the lesser of: (1) net investment income (NII), or (2) the excess of modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) over an unindexed threshold amount ($250,000 for joint filers or surviving spouses, $125,000 for a married individual filing a separate return, and $200,000 in any other case). As year-end nears, a taxpayer’s approach to minimizing or eliminating the 3.8% surtax will depend on his estimated MAGI and net investment income (NII) for the year. Some taxpayers should consider ways to minimize (e.g., through deferral) additional NII for the balance of the year, others should try to see if they can reduce MAGI other than NII, and other individuals will need to consider ways to minimize both NII and other types of MAGI. The additional Medicare tax may
require year-end actions. Employers must withhold the additional Medicare tax from wages in excess of $200,000 regardless of filing status or other income. Self-employed persons must take it into account in figuring estimated tax. There could be situations where an employee may need to have more withheld toward year end to cover the tax. For example, an individual earns $200,000 from one employer during the first half of the year and a like amount from another employer during the balance of the year. He would owe the additional Medicare tax, but there would be no withholding by either employer for the additional Medicare tax since wages from each employer don’t exceed $200,000. Also, in determining whether they may need to make adjustments to avoid a penalty for underpayment of estimated tax, individuals also should be mindful that the additional Medicare tax may be overwithheld. This could occur, for example, where only one of two married spouses works and reaches the threshold for the employer to withhold, but the couple’s income won’t be high enough to actually cause the tax to be owed. If you have any questions regarding the above discussed topic or any other tax matter, please feel free to give me a call at (562) 698-9891. Richard Scrivanich, Partner For Harvey & Parmelee LLP
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MAYOR'S MESSAGE Cathy Warner
The Boulevard is booming with construction and new businesses. Construction is underway right now down the entire length of Whittier Boulevard and many new businesses will be opening soon: • A new market has signed a lease at the former Alberston’s site located at Whittier Boulevard and Greenleaf Avenue and plans for an exterior remodel should be submitted soon. • Corner Bakery is opening in December at the former Boston Market store across from the Quad. • LA Fitness is also opening in December at the former Chrysler/ Jeep dealership. • O’Reilly Auto Parts is expected to open any day now at the former Blockbuster Video store at Strub Avenue. • Polly’s Pies is working on plans to rebuild, which became much more complex and expensive when the true extent of the structure’s condition was uncovered. • Dunkin’ Donuts is hoping to open this month at the former Arby’s property. • Herbie’s is opening a third store in the city. Most of you know of Herbie’s Natural Foods on Whittier Boulevard just west of Painter Avenue but some may not know of their second store, Herbie’s Rock Pile, on Painter just south of Whittier Boulevard, which opened about a year ago and sells jewelry, gems, and rare stones. Herbie’s is now opening a third store, Herbie’s Active, which will sell vitamins, supplements, sports apparel and alkaline water for active lifestyles. Herbie’s Active will be located next to Party City at 14153 Whittier Boulevard. • Although not on Whittier Boulevard, the new drive-thru Starbucks at the northwest corner of Norwalk and Beverly Boulevards is expected to open before Christmas. The City Council recognizes that many residents were disappointed to learn that the Ralph’s supermarket at the Quad will be closing this month. City staff will work closely with the Quad to
ensure the new user will acclimate to the “Whittier Way” and be a great business member of the community. Uptown is also in on the economic development action. Local resident Denise Portillo recently opened ForkingGood Restaurant at 6744 Greenleaf Avenue, where the former cupcake store was located. Kyle Koestner, owner of the Rusty Monk, recently changed the Fenix 5-4 to the Canoe Café. The food is delicious and the comfy cabin décor is quite pleasant. Jay and Nikomi Arroyo, owners of Phlight Restaurant, are opening a third restaurant, 4 Bricks, now under construction on Greenleaf Avenue just south of the Winchell’s Donuts on Hadley Street and expected to open mid-2015. Three new residential projects on Whittier Boulevard are anticipated to help increase sales at the new restaurants and retail stores: • Oakmont Senior Living will be completed in the spring on the site of the former Harris Buick, Pontiac, GMC dealership; • Catalina Luxury Apartments demolished the former Mitsubishi dealership building last month and will begin construction in the spring; and • Park Place Apartments is expected to begin demolition this month at the former Whittier Toyota used car lot. The development of the Fred C. Nelles site continues to move forward. Last month the draft environmental impact report was released for public review and comment on the potential environmental impacts. A community meeting was held on October 29 at the Whittier Community Center. If you weren’t able to attend the meeting, there is still opportunity to review and comment on the environmental document through mid-November. Contact Community Development at (562) 567-9320 for locations to view the document. Public hearings before the Historic Resources Commission, Planning Commission, and City Council are being scheduled and will be posted on the City website at www.cityofwhittier. org. The Nelles site is being developed by Brookfield Homes into a mixeduse project consisting of homes and approximately 200,000 square feet of commercial development which will likely include retail and office uses. Last month the City Council approved a Community Participation Plan to guide the City in its efforts to create four voting districts for City Council elections. This historic effort is underway following
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approval by Whittier voters of Measure W in June, 2014. The City looks forward to the community’s participation in this critical process. Now is your chance to get involved and help guide the City in its efforts to determine the appropriate boundaries for the districts. Residents may sign up online to receive meeting notifications and information related to the process. The first round of community meetings is as follows: • 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 15 at Uptown Senior Center • 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 19 at Palm Park • 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 20 at Parnell Park Additional details for these meetings and informational materials that highlight the process and background information
are posted online for reference. To receive the latest updates, make sure to provide your contact information at the Voting Districts Formation (VDF) webpage at www.cityofwhittier.org/vdf. Public input is integral to the process needed to create voting districts for the City. Please share this information with friends and family in the City to help ensure community participation in this historic process. For additional information, contact Kathryn Marshall, City Clerk-Treasurer, at (562) 567-9854 or email districts@cityofwhittier.org. Don’t forget to shop Whittier first this holiday season! Instead of driving outside of town for your holiday shopping, we encourage you to first visit the specialty boutiques in Uptown, the great variety of shops at the Quad at Whittier and the Whittwood Town Center. You may be surprised by all our local businesses have to offer!
Whittier observes Veterans’ Day November 11 Residents are invited to join the Whittier City Council at the 2014 Veterans Day ceremony on Tuesday, November 11 from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Peace Memorial on the City Hall front lawn, 13230 Penn Street. This annual event honors all who served our country, and community members are invited to come and show them honor. Veterans are also invited to come and be recognized for their service. For more information, contact the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department at (562) 567-9400.
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Two City of Whittier employees and three Whittier residents, two of them children, have been honored as “Hometown Heroes” by the American Red Cross, Long Beach-Rio Hondo Chapter. At a luncheon on Wednesday, September 24, employees Albert Del Real and Isabel Haro, and residents Giovanni Galluzzo, Niccolo Owens, and Michael J. Vargas, were recognized for their heroic actions. “We are extremely proud of our City staff and residents who have been named ‘Hometown Heroes,’” said Mayor Cathy Warner. “They showed courage and care for people in danger. They truly represent all that Whittier stands for: a caring community that is always ready to come to the aid of those who need it.” City employees Del Real and Haro were on duty at the Parnell Park Senior and Community Center front office when several people in one of the classrooms rushed in saying someone had collapsed and stopped breathing. While Haro rushed to the classroom, Del Real called 911, relaying the information from the other participants to paramedics on the victim’s condition. With the paramedics on the way, he then joined Haro in the classroom to assist. They got the student on the floor and Haro began administering CPR. On the tenth compression, the student regained consciousness. Giovanni, 8, was with a group of family and friends enjoying his mother’s birthday party. Since it was a warm day he and his friend Jaden, 3, were cooling off atop a raft in a swimming pool. Giovanni suddenly realized Jaden was no longer on the raft. After calling for his friend, Giovanni saw bubbles coming up in the water. Diving into eight feet of water, he found Jaden sitting at the bottom of the pool and pulled him to safety. Quick action taken by Niccolo, 10, brought his family to safety in a dangerous house fire. Niccolo was awakened by the smell of smoke filling his room. He quickly awakened the other five family members and got his 9-year-old sister and 21-yearold uncle down the stairs and out of the house. He and his father got the other family members, including the family dog, out to safety. Niccolo then instructed his mother to call 911 to summon assistance. Vargas was visiting a friend at a local hotel when he noticed two women yelling frantically in a foreign language and gesturing toward the hotel pool. When he looked over, he saw a woman’s body. Vargas dove into the pool and found the woman unresponsive. He quickly surfaced and ordered bystanders to call 911. He dove back into the pool and brought the woman to the surface, where he and the manager were able to get her out. When another bystander attempted to perform CPR, Vargas noticed it was not being done correctly, so he took over. After police arrived, Vargas continued to assist, holding the woman’s head sideways so she would not choke and her air passages would remain clear. All five local heroes were presented with medals from the Red Cross to honor them for their bravery and quick response, which was responsible for saving lives. To learn more about these “Hometown Heroes” contact the Rio Hondo Chapter of the American Red Cross at (562) 945-3944.
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SCE Phone Scams – Don’t Become a Victim! against becoming a victim. In the past several The best weapon months, Southern against scams is education. California Edison and These tips can help local police departments SCE customers protect around the area have themselves from becoming been waging a fight victims: against fraudulent callers Captain Michael Davis posing as utility company employees threatening to disconnect • P h o n e n u m b e r s : P h o n e scammers often use “off” phone electric service for non-payment or numbers like 888 or different late payments. number combinations; SCE uses Southern California Edison (SCE) 800 numbers for any customer has asked local law enforcement to contacts. warn residents and business owners to be aware of this telephone scam • Extension numbers: Imposters use extension numbers to make that demands immediate payment themselves appear more legitimate; for allegedly past due electricity bills. SCE does not use extension Imposters have been calling SCE numbers. customers telling them they must make immediate payment on past • Threats: SCE does not threaten their customers with service shutdue bills or have their electric service off for two-weeks. disconnected. The callers are also demanding that payment be made • Reloaded Debit Cards: SCE does not accept Green Dot or Vanilla through a prepaid cash card. Other reload debit cards. forms of fraud involve customers being asked to purchase prepaid debit • Weekends/Holidays: SCE does not call customers on weekends or cards. Scammers ask for the debit card on holidays. number and collect the value deposited on the card. “Southern California Edison SCE customers have reported about 900 instances of phone scams does not threaten its customers with this year. About 150 residential and disconnection of service,” said Marilyn commercial customers have been Denter, Manager of SCE Customer victimized by some form of bill scam with Service. “We’re in the business of the incidents costing them an average keeping lights on, especially for of $1,000 to $2,000. “Scammers businesses. We’re not here to try and know there’s a good opportunity to put our customers out of business.” Customers are urged to call SCE’s collect money without going through a lot of hassle,” said Art Chico from Call Center at (800) 655-4555 to report SCE Corporate Security. “Customers a suspicious call, verify information, and fear if they don’t pay they could lose get answers to collection questions. their business and they aren’t familiar The center is serviced 24 hours a day, with SCE procedures.” Customers seven days a week. Customers should suspecting a fraudulent call should ask never use call back numbers provided for the caller’s name, department and out of the blue to verify their billing business phone number. If the caller information. Instead, call legitimate refuses to provide this information, SCE telephone numbers printed on customers should terminate the call their utility bill or SCE website. M o s t i m p o r t a n t l y, n e v e r g i v e and report the incident immediately to local police or SCE at (800) 655-4555. out personal information over the Roughly 90% of those targeted by telephone. “These imposters are this scam against SCE customers are greater fi shers of information,” said businesses, and 85% of the victims are Chico. “You never know who they are Hispanic, Asian and Middle Eastern and imposters will use that information who own commercial businesses – against you.” Please visit sce.com/safety to restaurants, small markets, pizzerias, carwashes and hair salons – who access the safety tips section. For speak English as a second language. additional crime prevention information, This is all the more reason that SCE please visit whittierpd.org. Mike Davis is a Captain with the customers should stay vigilant about suspicious telephone calls requesting Whittier Police Department. He can be personal information or demanding reached at (562) 567-9253 or via email payments, and learn how to guard at mdavis@cityofwhittier.org
Michael Davis is a Captain with the Whittier Police Department and oversees the Department’s Patrol Division. He can be reached at (562) 567-9253 or via email at mdavis@cityofwhittier.org
Community to rebuild Kennedy Park The City of Whittier and the Whittier Community Foundation have been selected by KaBOOM and Nestlé USA to create a new playspace at Kennedy Park, 8530 Painter Avenue on Thursday, December 4. As advocates of play, the KaBOOM organization believes that access to a safe and engaging place to play makes children happier, fitter, more creative and more socially adept. “The City and the Community Foundation are to be congratulated for their dedicated efforts to bring the KaBOOM program to Whittier,” said Mayor Cathy Warner. “And we are also excited with the group that is partnering with the City, Foundation and KaBOOM, Nestlé Crunch®.” Whittier is fortunate to have Nestlé as a partner in this project,” Warner said, noting that Nestlé has been named one of “The World’s Most Admired Food Companies” in Fortune Magazine for 17 consecutive years. The Kennedy Park rebuild will take place on December 4 with over 150 volunteers from Whittier and Nestle doing all of the work from prepping the grounds to installing the new play equipment. The new play structure was selected after local children were interviewed and asked for a wish list of things they would like their park to have. “We are so excited to be part of this great effort to rebuild Kennedy Park,” stated Carol Crosby, President of the Whittier Community Foundation. “This project fits our mission statement and we are happy to do this and give back to our community.” The Whittier Community Foundation has dedicated over $30,000 to the project and additional funds are being sought to add amenities to the park, such as benches, murals and more. KaBOOM is a national non-profit organization dedicated to bringing play back into the lives of children - to embark on a “Cause for Play.” Play has a purpose - to inspire, to motivate, to create and to energize. Every child deserves a great place to play, yet a steady decrease in the quality and quantity of play spaces has contributed to a decline in play throughout the United States. KaBOOM’s mission is to create great playspaces through the participation and leadership of communities. Over the past 16 years, KaBOOM has helped 2,200 communities build playgrounds for our children. For more information on the KaBOOM park program the Whittier Community Foundation, or ways that you can help with this project, contact Jeff Lopez of Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department at (562) 567-9400.
YMCA of Greater Whittier to host 35th Annual Christmas Prayer Breakfast Join the YMCA as we joyfully ring in the Christmas season with breakfast and a morning of fellowship, scripture reading, and an inspirational “message of the season.” This year’s Guest Speaker will be Mr. Chad Williams, author of the book, SEAL of God. Chad shares his journey through the grueling Naval Ops training and onto the streets of Iraq, where he witnessed the horrors of war up close. Chad shares his own personal experience and the lessons he learned in survival, leadership, and the value of team work. Days before Chad was to report to military duty in Great Lakes, Illinois, he turned on a television and was greeted with the horrifying images of his mentor, US Navy SEAL Scott Helvenston, being brutally murdered in a premeditated ambush on the roads of Fallujah, Iraq.
Steeled in his resolve, Chad followed in Scott’s footsteps and completed the US military’s most difficult and grueling training to become a Navy SEAL. One of only 13 from a class of 173 to make it through to graduation, Chad served his country on SEAL Teams One and Seven for five years, completing tours of duty in the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Iraq. The YMCA Christmas Prayer Breakfast will be held Friday, December 5, 2014, beginning at 7 a.m. at the Radisson Hotel in Whittier, 7320 Greenleaf Avenue. The cost is $20 per person; $160 for table of 8. Unwrapped toys/books for the Salvation Army are also welcomed. Reservations will be accepted starting November 1. Please contact the YMCA of Greater Whittier at (562) 907-2727 for more information or to reserve your seat.
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Junior Scouting. Both Wes and Rebecca were determined to see their children enjoy a full Scouting career. Son Wesley IV earned the Eagle Scout award in 2009 and daughter Victorianne earned the Gold Award in 2013. Although these were proud moments for the Romberger family, the journey was enjoyed as well. Along the way, Wes and Rebecca involved themselves in troop leadership as they created an abundance of family memories in the Scouting program, including a trip to Washington DC and the last Fort AP Hill National Jamboree, co-directing the 2005 Cub Scout daycamp program, funding and opening the FSR Romberger Range, and helping to revitalize the Fix-n-Fun family program at Forrest Lawn Scout Reservation. Wes was active in Scouting from the moment son Wesley entered Tiger Scouts as a pack leader, troop leader, merit badge counselor, Wood Badge Scoutmaster, Jamboree leader and more. BSA recognized Wes’s commitment to Scouting with the Silver Beaver award in 2008. In addition to her Scouting contributions, Rebecca is also a 20+ year member of Soroptimist International of Whittier, and as Executive Director of the Intercommunity Counseling Center for more than 15 years, she also served on a variety of committees in support of other non-profits including First Day, Bridge of Faith and HOW House. As the children grew, she supported their efforts
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Laurie Rios Santa Fe Springs Laurie Rios Mayor Pro Tem Laurie Rios has lived in Santa Fe Springs since 1957, the year in which the City incorporated, and has loved and served the community ever since. She met husband Albert J. Rios in 1949, and together they raised two sons and a daughter, all of whom attended local schools and to this day remain close to the community. Laurie began working for the Little Lake City School District from 1969 through 1995 when she made the decision to retire. As part of instilling their belief of active citizenship, Laurie and Albert enrolled both of their sons in Cub Scouts at an early age and remained active in Scouting through their early teenage years. Albert was a young Scout himself and he and Laurie often marveled at how much the uniforms had changed since he was a Boy Scout. Laurie was an active den mother and assistant to the den mother for over 10 years, and very involved in camping with the Scouts, parades, all of her children’s projects, the pack meetings, and carnivals. Not only were the two boys in Scouting, but her daughter, was also a member of the Girl Scouts.
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Active, passive, or somewhere in between? Your best approach may include a little of both. The debate that pits an active versus a passive style of investing has been argued in the investment world for decades. Up Close: Passive vs. Active Management Passive management generally refers to the use of index funds -mutual funds that are structured to mirror the performance of a particular market index.1 For instance, an S&P 500 index fund simply buys all 500 stocks in the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index in exact proportion to each stock’s representation in the index.2 The argument in favor of index, or passive, investing is based largely on the notion of “market efficiency” -- that is, passive investors feel that all information available about a company is reflected in the company’s current stock price, and it is impossible to predict and profit on future stock prices. Rather than trying to second-guess the market, passive investors buy the entire
market via index funds. Investors who adhere to an active management style counter the market is not always efficient and that through research, active fund managers may be able to uncover information not already reflected in a security’s price and potentially profit by it. For instance, active fund managers may exploit market inefficiencies by purchasing securities that they believe are undervalued or by selling securities they believe are overvalued. Active managers often use a variety of strategies to construct a portfolio, including quantitative measures such as price-to-earnings ratios and/or attempting to anticipate long-term macroeconomic trends.3
managed growth funds in the largecap, midcap, and multi-cap categories all posted better returns than their respective benchmarks.4
Points to Consider Instead of claiming allegiance to either of these investment styles, why not combine the two approaches to help address multiple investment objectives? For example: • Index funds can help to establish a known risk level and provide a level of return that closely matches the market’s average.5 • By combining funds that track different types of market indices, or by supplementing index funds with actively managed funds or individual A Mixed Performance Picture stocks, you can potentially build a A review of the most recent S&P portfolio designed to seek returns Indices Versus Active Funds (SPIVA®) appropriate for your investment time U.S. Scorecard -- a well-known tracking frame while also helping to moderate resource for active-versus-passive overall portfolio risk.6 investment performance -- may • Index funds help lower a portfolio’s help add perspective to the issue. overall expense ratio. As of December For the year ended December 31, 2013, 31, 2013, the average expense ratios the S&P 500®, S&P MidCap 400®, and of actively managed domestic largeS&P SmallCap 600 ® indices posted cap, midcap and small-cap funds were record-breaking 32.39%, 33.50%, 0.80, 0.97, and 1.04, respectively. By and 41.31% gains, respectively. 4 comparison, the index versions of By comparison, 55.80% of actively these fund categories charged 0.11, managed large-cap funds and 68.09% 0.18, and 0.19.7 of actively managed small-cap funds Your financial advisor can help you underperformed their above-mentioned determine the best mix of investments benchmarks.4 Only active midcap funds for your financial objectives. posted better returns than their S&P Source/Disclaimer: 1 MidCap 400® benchmark.4 Yet when Investing in mutual funds involves risk, including 2013 performance was broken down loss of principal. Mutual funds are offered and sold by prospectus only. You should carefully consider according to investment style (e.g., the investment objectives, risks, expenses and growth versus value), with the exception charges of the investment company before you of small-cap growth funds, actively invest. For more complete information about any
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Indoor Tips: Toilets – Toilets are one of the most used indoor fixtures. High efficiency toilets can save up to 38 gallons of water per day! This can reduce your water bill and save money.
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I thought an employee’s first commute Dishwashers and Washing Machines – Make sure when you purchase these new to work is unpaid, but my employees appliances that they are Energy Star certified. This will also reduce the number of drive their own vehicles, and deliver gallons used for these appliances, resulting in more savings. tools and equipment to the job site. Is Outdoor Tips: this compensable time, and if so, what Landscaping – The less grass you have, the less water you will use. Grass is considered law states that I have to pay for this time? to be one of the highest water-using plants in landscaping. The City of Whittier has The law is not so specific that it notified all residents to water their yards in a way that does not cause water run-off. defi nes all situations in such detail. The In northern California they have already mandated that watering of landscaping can obligation to compensate an employee only be twice a week. In the City of La Habra they have mandated odd/even watering depends upon whether the time meets days. Its only a matter of time before the entire state is taking this drastic action in order to conserve water. There are also special rebates available if you change your the definition of hours worked found landscaping to drought-tolerant. In addition, use a broom instead of a hose to clean in the Industrial Welfare Commission off sidewalks and driveways and always remember to water plants at night or early in Orders, Section 2, Definitions. the morning to reduce evaporation and increase effectiveness. “Hours worked” means the time during which an employee is subject to Sprinklers – There are sprinklers on the market that have rotating nozzles which control the control of an employer, and includes the amount of water distributed onto your landscaping. Many sprinkler nozzles today all the time the employee is suffered have lower precipitation rates to decrease the amount of runoff and improve the water or permitted to work, whether or not distribution. Drip irrigation is a very effective way to water plants to a specific location at or near plant roots. This system encourages water efficiency for all landscaping and required to do so. also helps to prevent weed growth. Leaks on irrigation systems are often times hard to detect and can go unnoticed for long periods of time. A few key locations to monitor are Performing Job Duties hose bibs, sprinkler heads, irrigation piping, and valves. There are pressure-regulation The Division of Labor Standards sprinklers with high efficiency nozzles to control the water being sprayed on your Enforcement (DLSE) gives guidance landscape and also reduce maintenance to the sprinkler head. Consider upgrading about travel time in its Opinion Letter your system to something more conservative and look into more ways you can lessen 2003.04.22, stating in part: “Also, if your water footprint by visiting http://www.centralbasin.org. the travel involved the employee being required to deliver any equipment, goods or materials for the employer, the travel, M A P Property Management can assist you with replacing old appliances, no matter how extended, would be faucets, or toilets and repairing or upgrading your irrigation systems to be compensable.” more drought-tolerant. We also offer full service property management. Call On the basis of this definition, when Laurie for more information at (562) 945-3404. an employer directs an employee to deliver tools and equipment, the employee is working and the hours are compensable. On the other hand, if the employee is simply driving to the first place he/she is to report for work without any additional obligations imposed by the employer, that commute time is not compensable. When an employee is performing a duty for the employer, the fact that it is the employee’s first commute of the day does not negate the obligation to pay for all hours worked. This means whether the employees are driving their own vehicle or a company vehicle, they are on the clock
when they commence driving to the work location. Keep in mind that if the employees are driving their own vehicle, mileage reimbursement will be required. Company Vehicle The fact that a company provides a vehicle for convenience does not necessarily equate to owing for the first commute. The issue of how much control and direction exists is the deciding factor. One court determined that an employee driving a company vehicle was entitled to compensation because the employer exerted control over the commute and considered the following restrictions: • He was required to drive a company vehicle; • He could not use the company vehicle for personal errands; • He could use the company vehicle only to drive to and from his jobs; • He could not transport any passengers; • He had to have his cell phone turned on at all times, but could not use his cell phone while driving, except for company business. Develop a Policy Deciding what is and is not hours worked can be complicated. Develop a policy about travel time payment and make sure your managers/supervisors are aware that asking an employee to deliver equipment to a job site may create a time and mileage obligation for the company. The Labor Law Helpline is a service to California Chamber of Commerce preferred and executive members. For expert explanations of labor laws and Cal/OSHA regulations, not legal counsel for specific situations, call (800) 348-2262 or submit your question at www.hrcalifornia.com.
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La Vie En Rose – “Couture for a Cause” @ Friendly Hills Country Club (8500 Villaverde Dr.) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join Whittier Guild Children’s Hospital Los Angeles for a luncheon and fashion show. $65 per person. For more information call (562) 693-4444
Every Monday: Pathways Support Group @ American Red Cross (6701 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 to 8:30 p.m. FREE. For more information call (562) 698-0304
November 5th through 29th: A 3-D Point of View Art Show @ The Whittier Art Association and Gallery (8035 Painter Ave.) Wednesday through Sunday 1 to 6 p.m. Free. For more information call (562) 698-8710 November 1 Parent Education & Student Leadership Conference @ Whittier College (13406 Philadelphia St.) 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join the Hispanic Outreach Taskforce for an event targeted for parents with children in grades K-12. Free. For more information call (562) 789-0550 Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Roundup @ L.A County Sheriff’s Department – STAR Training Center (11515 S. Colima Rd.) 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dispose of household hazardous items such as cell phones, paint thinner, and batteries. Free and open to the community. For more information call (800) 238-0172
Healthy Connection Lectures @ Beverly Hospital – Tower Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd.) 2:30 to 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association. FREE. For reservations call (800) 618-6664 November 8 19th Annual Fall Street Faire @ Uptown Whittier (13000 Philadelphia St.) 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Miss Uptown Whittier competition, raffles, art, and food vendors. Free admission. For more information call (562) 696-2662 History of Native American Basketry @ Whittier Museum (6755 Newlin Ave.) 2 to 3 p.m. Jane Gothold will be speaking. Refreshments will be served. Free admission. For more information call (562) 945-3871
“A 3-D Point of View” Reception @ The Whittier Art Association and Gallery (8035 Painter Ave.) 3 to Holiday Gift Boutique @ First Christian Church 6 p.m. Free. For more information call (562) 698-8710 (6355 Greenleaf Ave.) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Join Neighborhood Toy Store Day @ The Wonder Intercommunity Counseling Center for their Holiday Emporium (2436 W. Whittier Blvd.) 10 a.m. to Gift Boutique. Free admission. For more information 5 p.m. Come out and support your local toy store. The call (562) 698-1272 Wonder Emporium will be having special activities throughout the day. Free. For more information call November 2 Dia de los Muertos Cultural Festival @ Rose Hills Dana at (562) 691-2360 Memorial Park (3888 Workman Mill Rd.) 11:30 a.m. to November 10 4:30 p.m. Enjoy arts & crafts, live entertainment, and Fundraiser for WAPADH @ Candlewood Country a food court. Free admission. For more information Club (14000 Telegraph Rd.) Check in: 8 a.m. Santa call (562) 696-8196 Fe Springs Firefighters presents their first annual Rio Hondo Symphony Concert @ Vic Lopez Auditorium Charity Golf Tournament. For pricing and more (12417 E. Philadelphia St.) 3 to 5 p.m. “Musica Latina” information call (626) 388-8118 A tribute to music from Latin countries from Spain to Mexico featuring Bill Cunliffe and Folklorico dancer, November 11 Emilio. Free. For more information call (562) 698-8626 2014 Veteran’s Day Ceremony @ Peace Memorial (13230 Penn St.) 9 to 10 a.m. Free. For more information call Virginia (562) 567-9400 November 3 Senior Exercise Class @ Beverly Hospital – Tower Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd.) 10 to 11 a.m. Chair Senior Exercise Class @ Beverly Hospital – Tower aerobics for those ages 50 and older. FREE. For Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd.) 10 to 11 a.m. Advanced chair aerobics for those ages 50 and older. reservations call (800) 618-6664 FREE. For reservations call (800) 618-6664 Zumba Class @ Beverly Hospital – Tower Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd.) 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Have fun November 12 while exercising! FREE. For more information call Bowling Mixer @ AMF Friendly Hills Lanes (15545 Whittier Blvd.) 5 to 8 p.m. The Whittier Beverly Hospital at (800) 618-6664 Young Professionals Group will be hosting a November 4 bowling night and mixer at Buffalo Wild Wings ELECTION DAY! Contact the City of Whittier for (10033 Whittwood Dr.) to follow. $100 per team; polling locations at (562) 567-9999
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Chamber hosts free open house for new members; learn how to build business through chamber programs and services Did your business recently join the Whittier Chamber? Are you a new employee who wants to know more about how to maximize your company’s existing chamber membership? Or do you simply need a reminder on all the Chamber has to offer? If so, you’re invited to join us for the Whittier Chamber’s Meet ’N Greet Open House on Thursday, November 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Whittier Chamber office (8158 Painter Ave.). “The New Member Orientation isn’t just for “new” members,” states Whittier Chamber President Shannon Gimbel-Hammer of Shannon G’s Flowers. “Every time I attend the quarterly open house event, I learn something new about the Chamber that my business can utilize. Plus, I get to meet so many new people! It’s definitely time well spent for any member
New Member Orientation is critical for new members to attend because it offers a great overview of how the Chamber can work for your business. It’s also a great way to meet the “movers and shakers” in the Whittier Chamber; those fellow members who are a must-have in your hip pocket. Whether you have been a member for 10 minutes or 10 years, New Member Orientation is a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of all things Whittier Chamber! Judy Bradt, Owner of A Special Event and Whittier Chamber Ambassador Chair
looking to get involved or prospective members who are thinking about joining.” As members arrive at the Whittier Chamber office, they will visit a series of informative stations intended to help them better understand how to utilize their membership benefits, such as special events, the Business Focus newspaper, monthly business seminars, the chamber’s website, and free networking events like Wake Up Whittier, Tasty Tuesday, and after hours mixers. In addition, light refreshments and goodies will be provided in the board room allowing members to mingle and exchange business cards in a fun, casual atmosphere. All new and prospective Whittier Chamber members are encouraged to drop by anytime during the New Member Orientation & Open House. Please RSVP by calling Jessica Reyes at (562) 698-9554 or by email to jessicar@whittierchamber.com.
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AROUND TOWN CDA Cares Dental Clinic coming to Pomona this month Ezaki Dentistry is pleased to participate in the upcoming CDA Cares Dental Clinic. This free service allows the opportunity for financially challenged people to receive much needed dental care. Whittier area residents are welcomed to attend. The main goal of the clinic is to relieve pain and eliminate infection by providing cleanings, fillings, extractions, and oral health education. To date, more than 10,000 people have received care from the CDA Foundation and CDA Cares. The CDA Cares Dental Clinic will take place on Friday, November 21 from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, November 22 from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Pomona Fairplex, Building 4 (1101 W. McKinley Ave. Pomona 91768). CDA Cares will provide dental services at no charge to patients who experience barriers to care. Patients will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. The CDA Cares Dental Clinic is in need of volunteers for various stations. Those who are not in the healthcare field are still encouraged to volunteer. If you are interested in receiving care or volunteering at this event, please visit cdafoundation.org/cda-cares/Pomona or call Ezaki Dentistry at (562) 947-9958.
Broadoaks invites community to attend Reach for the Stars fundraising auction Join The Broadoaks School of Whittier College for their 30th Annual Auction Fundraiser taking place on Saturday, November 22 at the Friendly Hills Country Club in Whittier. This adults-only event will feature silent and voice auctions from 7 to 11 p.m., accompanied by hearty hors d’oeuvres and a no-host bar. The raffle drawing will be at approximately 9 p.m. and one lucky winner will walk away with a grand prize of $1,000. This is a great opportunity to do your holiday shopping and help Broadoaks at the same time! All proceeds from this event go directly to children’s programs and services at Broadoaks, one of the nation’s premiere
demonstration schools for preschool through 8th grade. Broadoaks, which is celebrating more than 100 years of service to children and families, serves as a learning laboratory for undergraduate and graduate students at Whittier College, as well as for professional educators, social workers, psychologists, policy makers, and child advocates. Reservations may be made online at http://broadoaks2014auction. eventbrite.com, and if space is available, you may pay at the door on the evening of the event. For more information visit the Broadoaks website at http://www.whittier.edu/broadoaks or call (562) 907-4250.
Innovative business services offered through Are you a brand new start-up business? Are you struggling to improve your business? Are you a well-established business looking for help? The Southeast Area Social Services Funding Authority (SASSFA) WorkSource Center has programs specifically designed to help local business owners save time and money. They offer paid work experience programs for adults and youth by working with you to find pre-screened qualified candidates for your company. Similarly, they have an on-the-job training program that reimburses you up to half the salary of a new employee during the time you need to train that new employee. For more information, contact Arthur Monreal at (562) 633-9511 extension 239. If you are a start up business or a struggling business, you face unique challenges. Two SASSFA programs, known as Layoff Aversion and Rapid Response, can assist you during these
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AROUND TOWN The Whittier Art Association and Gallery proudly present “A 3D Point of View” This is the eagerly anticipated 13th annual show featuring award winning sculpture, pottery, assemblage, jewelry, mosaics, and virtually anything that doesn’t lie flat on the page! There are some exciting artists who are new to the group, plus 20 more of the viewing public’s favorite prize winning artists. There will be a silent auction and every item in the auction is hand crafted. This is an excellent opportunity to obtain some unique and surprisingly inexpensive gifts for the holidays. The show will be running from Wednesday, November 5 to Saturday, November 29. The public is warmly invited to attend the reception on Saturday, November 8 from 3 to 6 p.m. There will be an opportunity to meet the artists at the reception and there is no admission charge. Also at the Gallery: The Life Drawing Group, which meets on the first Friday of each month. All artists
in the area are welcome to attend. The price is $20.00 and a model is provided. The session goes from 7 to 10 pm. The Gift Shop, featuring textiles, jewelry, cards, prints, paintings, and much more. All are one of a kind treasures by the Gallery’s award winning members. Prices are deliberately kept low to enable the community to purchase fine art work at reasonable prices. Perfect for the holidays! The Ongoing Book Sale features exciting books on art and related subjects available for the donation you choose to make. Stop by and be amazed. The WAA is a non profit organization. Memberships and donations to the Gallery are tax deductable. For further information visit the Whittier Art Association and Gallery at 8035 Painter Avenue Whittier, CA 90602 or call (562) 698-8710. The Gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m.
5th Annual Teddy Bear Drive supports cancer patients at local children’s hospitals Who didn’t love to snuggle with a soft, plush teddy bear when you were sick as a child? B r e n d a Tr u j i l l o , senior partner for Bowen-Meyers & Associates, is participating again in helping Alexandra “Alex” Munoz collect new teddy bears for children undergoing chemotherapy during the holidays. At the young age of seventeen, Alex was diagnosed with cancer. With the will to fight the deadly disease, chemotherapy, and her family’s support, she is now cancer free. Her experience changed her outlook and inspired her to begin collecting new teddy bears for kids receiving chemo treatment. She delivers them to local hospitals throughout Orange and LA Counties during the
holiday season. Brenda would like your help in reaching Alex’s goal of collecting 1000 stuffed animals by dropping off your donation at one of their collection sites from November 1 through December 15. As you’re out shopping this year, please purchase a new teddy bear for a young cancer patient that won’t make it home for the holidays. Brenda and Alex thank you in advance for your generous donation and continued support! Brenda will be collecting stuffed animals at BowenMeyers & Associates, 10845 Norwalk Blvd. in Santa Fe Springs. Due to compromised immune systems, only new stuffed animals can be accepted. If you have any questions, please contact Brenda Trujillo at (562) 888-9191.
PIH Health earns National Research Corporation’s Path to Excellence Award for fifth consecutive year PIH Health continues to prove its commitment to the community and the patients they serve by earning the prestigious National Research Corporation’s Path to Excellence award for the fifth consecutive year. PIH Health Hospital - Whittier was recognized at the 20th Annual NRC Picker Patient-Centered Care Symposium held in San Diego this September. The Path to Excellence award recognizes healthcare organizations for their dedication to improving the patient experience. PIH Health was selected from National Research Corporation’s extensive database of members ranging from small, specialty hospitals to large multi-hospital systems. PIH Health was recognized as a top performer in the category of hospitals with 300-plus beds when patients were asked the question, “How would you rate this hospital?”
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“I’m thankful for the community partners of Whittier and Whittier College. Working collaboratively ensures a team effort to help build our local and global community.” Debra Cruz, Employer Relations Coordinator, Whittier College “First, I am thankful and grateful that the recent merger between South Western FCU and Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) has been a smooth and positive transition. Second, I am thankful to be a part of such an amazing team which will allow me to gain more experience through new and various aspects of business development. Last but not least, I am thankful to have an awesome family who loves and supports me.” Jennifer Collaso, Assistant Director of Employer Relations, Credit Union of Southern California “I am thankful for my amazing mother who has instilled in me the value of a great work ethic, and for my loving and supportive boyfriend, Julian, who has helped support me through my adventure of becoming my own boss. I am also thankful for an amazing TEAM at The Skin Room - working with them brings me joy and excitement. Knowing that I have a great team by my side is very rewarding. Thank you Skin Room gals... your hard work is exceptional!” Brenda Rodriguez, Owner, The Skin Room
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“I am thankful for our clients who have made MSF one of the premier fitness studios around. I am thankful that I am able to give back to the Whittier community through the Boys and Girls Club, SPIRITT, Whittier Community Foundation, Interfaith Food Center and the Whittier Chamber. And I am thankful that I can help people by motivating and training them to reach their goals and fitness potential.” Michael Y. Seril, MS, Award Winning Personal Trainer, Owner, MSF Studio “M.T. Evictions is deeply grateful for our community that has been generous enough to give us their blessing throughout the year by trusting us with the fate of their business. Our goal this upcoming year is to reflect that same appreciation by reciprocating and showing how much we really value our community.” Paulina Martignon, MT Evictions
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NEW MEMBERS AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS Midas Auto Service Ashok Prasad, President 15130 Whittier Blvd. Whittier, CA 90603 Phone: (562) 693-0766 Email: ashokp62@yahoo.com Website: www.midas.com
Midas Auto Service in Whittier is now under new ownership and new management. Committed to providing excellent service to the community, Midas of Whittier takes pride in providing personalized customer service. They specialize in total car care and total customer satisfaction. Stop in at Midas of Whittier for your automotive needs.
GENERAL CONTRACTORS SGV Construction Erik Swift, RMO 151 S. 9th Ave. Suite G City of Industry, CA 91746 Phone: (626) 330-8866 Email: erik@sgventerprises.com Website: www.sgventerprises.com SGV Construction is a general engineering, landscaping, and traffic control contracting firm committed to offering high quality professional service. SGV Construction is the contractor of choice because they work with you. Every job results in a satisfied customer with a job completed on time and on budget. Their dedication to understanding the needs of their clients is fundamental. Through communication and collaboration, SGV Construction fulfills the specifications and requests of their customers.
ORGANIZATIONS BANKS/SAVINGS & LOANS Bank of Whittier, N.A. Mike Abdelaaty, Chief Credit Officer 15141 E. Whittier Blvd. Whittier, CA 90603 Phone: (562) 945-7553 Email: mabdelaaty@bankofwhittier.com Website: www.bankofwhittier.com
Bank of Whittier sets themselves apart from other banks by keeping their business community oriented. They strive to buy their products and services from businesses within the community. Bank of Whittier is a true private bank that serves you on a personal basis. They invest their time and experience in you, your family, and your business. If you are looking for a local bank that has your best interest in mind, make Bank of Whittier your first choice.
FINANCIAL SERVICES New York Life – Papa Gabriel Papa, Agent 801 N. Brand Blvd. Penthouse Suite Glendale, CA 91203 Phone: (808) 497-8006 Email: gpapa@ft.newyorklife.com Website: www.GabrielPapa.com Gabriel Papa is an Agent licensed to sell insurance through New York Life Insurance Company. He has over 5 years of experience with individuals, families, and local business owners. Gabriel enjoys helping his clients by offering products that can provide tax reduction strategies, save more money, and protect the things most important to them. He offers a variety of products and services that can help meet many insurance and financial needs, including, but not limited to college funding, retirement, and lifetime income strategies. Financial consultations are free with no obligation. Trilogy Financial Services, Inc. Roxanne Quintero, Financial Executive 1000 Lakes Dr. Ste 325 West Covina, CA 91790 Phone: (626) 918-5670 Ext. 4208 Email: Roxanne.quintero@trilogyfs.com Website: www.trilogyfs.com
Roxanne Quintero, Financial Executive at Trilogy, provides unbiased, objective guidance for clients in helping them achieve their most important financial goals. Ms. Quintero is fully licensed through FINRA and the state of California to offer a variety of services to accommodate each family or individual’s unique situation. Roxanne’s goal is to make a meaningful difference in the lives of each person she works with. Securities through National Planning Corporation (NPC) Member FINRA and SIPC. Trilogy Financial Services and NPC are separate entities.
DG Therapy Foundation, Inc. Hilda Garcia, Program Director 12411 Slauson Ave. Suite E Whittier, CA 90606 Phone: (562) 464-3754 Email: hildag@dgtherapyfoundation.org Website: www.dgtherapyfoundation.org
DG Therapy Foundation is an established non-profit organization founded by Diana Gutierrez, Chair and Physical Therapist. DG Therapy Foundation’s mission is to support the successes of children with developmental disabilities, to strengthen their families, and build embracing communities. They are driven by the core belief that children and adults with developmental disabilities have the right to realize their full potential and live as independently as possible. Their total commitment is to provide exceptional services to ensure all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT STC Management Amy Li, Office Manager 10722 Beverly Blvd. Suite P Whittier, CA 90601 Phone: (562) 695-1513 Email: info@stcmanagement.com Website: www.stcmanagement.com
STC Management’s expertise and people-oriented philosophy have proven to be key in successfully connecting members of their community and ultimately promoting the well-being of everyone. With dedication, honesty and knowledge, STC Management is committed to grow jointly and successfully with their clients, their trusted vendors, and their valuable tenants by working diligently and happily. As both real estate experts and members of the community, STC Management strives to educate its clients and give them the best advantage possible in today’s economy.
RESTAURANTS Buffalo Wild Wings David Valdez, General Manager 10033 Whittwood Dr. Whittier, CA 90603 Phone: (562) 943-2813 Email: 510@buffalowildwings.com Website: www.buffalowildwings.com Buffalo Wild Wings opened their first restaurant in 1982. They now have a store in every state in the United States including Whittier, CA. Buffalo Wild Wings is best known for their wings, beer, and sports. With over 16 different wing sauces, a variety of beers on tap, and 30 plus flat screen TVs, Buffalo Wild Wings is the place to be on game day. Check out the new Whittier location today!
PEST & TERMITE CONTROL SERVICES Team Champion Exterminators Connie Rodriguez, Manager 3693 San Gabriel River Pkwy. Whittier, CA 90660 Phone: (562) 699-0090 Email: connie@teamchampion.com Website: www.teamchampion.com Team Champion Exterminators is a national termite company specializing in serving your termite control needs. Their reputation and service in the industry are second to none. With years of experience in the termite industry, they can assist you in inspecting and protecting your property. Trust a company that has your best interest in mind. Contact Team Champion Exterminators for your pest control needs.
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Magical Playground Sugeyle Tapia, Owner 7013 Greenleaf Ave. Whittier, CA 90602 Phone: (562) 360-1570 Email: mymagicalplayground@gmail.com Website: www.magicalplayground.com
Magical Playground is a safe and clean socks-only children’s indoor playground for kids of all ages. They provide a special place where children and their parents or caregivers can enjoy a fun atmosphere and host private birthday parties. Their mission is to provide an enjoyable indoor playground for both kids and grown-ups to enjoy and spend time together. Check out magical playground today for a fun family friendly experience.
For more information contact the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce at (562) 698-9554
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