Business Focus - September 2011 by Whittier Chamber

A Publication of the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce

SEPTEMBER 2011 • VOL. 17 NO. 9

Network on the Greens at the 33rd Annual Hathaway Golf Classic

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Calling all golfers! We want you… to participate in the Whittier Chamber’s golf tournament being held on September 12 at Friendly Hills Country Club. Each year over 150 business owners and community members come together to network at the popular Hathaway Golf Classic. As one of Whittier’s only business-focused tournaments, the event will feature great tournament gifts, a full day of business networking on and off the course, delicious food and exciting prizes. Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital (PIH), Bright Health Physicians and The Rose Hills Foundation are the event’s Tournament Sponsors. “The networking and marketing opportunities available through the Hathaway Golf Classic are a great way to ‘jump back in to business’ after the slower summer months,” stated Shannon Gimbel, Hathaway Golf Chair and owner of Shannon G’s Flowers. “This is our Chamber’s largest fundraiser. Your participation makes it possible for the Chamber to continue to offer numerous free and low cost marketing, networking and business education activities and events.” From purchasing a tee sign or donating an auction item to being a major sponsor, the Chamber offers countless ways to get involved and lend your support to the Hathaway Golf Classic. GOLF: The cost to participate in the Hathaway Golf Classic is only $225 per golfer ($290 with pre-paid tournament package) and includes green fees, cart, tournament gifts sponsored by Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary, lunch, awards banquet and several new and exciting on-course games with great opportunities to win! Foursomes are $900, and, if you want some extra marketing for your business, be an Eagle Sponsor for $1095 ($1355 with pre-paid tournament packages). Golfers can ment Spo start their day by warming up for their round in the fun and challenging Putting Contest sponsored by a ns n o Matrix Oil. The awards banquet and 19th Hole Networking Mixer is a great way to end the day and will ur o feature a delicious Friendly Hills Country Club buffet, exciting raffle prizes and more opportunities to win. This year the tournament features a best ball scramble format. NOT A GOLFER? ATTEND THE 19th HOLE MIXER! Non-golfers are invited and encouraged to join our golfers at the 19th Hole Networking Mixer sponsored by Orbit Party Rentals! The Mixer will begin at 4 p.m. on the patio overlooking the picturesque golf course. It will feature cocktails, business networking, a delicious Friendly Hills buffet dinner and a seat at the tournament awards banquet. Attendees will have the opportunity to watch the popular $2,000 Golf Ball Drop sponsored by Bright Now Dental, Union Bank and The Quad and each person will also receive one entry into the Helicopter Ride Raffle where they will have the opportunity to take a ride over Friendly Hills. More importantly, attending the 19th Hole Mixer grants you access to networking with the 150 golfers, City officials and corporate representatives who attend the Hathaway Golf Classic. Tickets to the 19th Hole Mixer are $40 per Chamber member, and $60 for non-members. Continued on page 10

Fall Business Showcase: Outdoor Expo to Feature Local Businesses and Restaurants, Free and Open To The Public Join the Whittier Chamber at the Fall Business Showcase on Thursday, October 6 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Whittwood Town Center (in the parking lot near Vons). Come stroll through this outdoor table-top expo and network with businesses from both the Chamber and the Whittwood Mall. “Our larger indoor Expo held at the beginning of the year is always a huge success and a valuable marketing tool for our members,” stated Chamber President, Ben Greer of GM Properties. “Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, we are now able to provide this unique networking opportunity to our members and the community with a Fall Business Showcase.” The Whittwood Town Center, with its ample parking, central

location, awesome food court and fabulous shops, is the perfect location for the Fall Business Showcase… and attending is a great way to find referrals and secure new business leads. For only $99 Fall Business Showcase participants will have the opportunity to: • Showcase your products or services • Promote your business on a table top display • Network with both businesses and residents The Fall Business Showcase is perfect for promoting back-to-school specials, new products or upcoming holiday events. Reserve your $99 table today by calling the Chamber office at (562) 698-9554 or by visiting the Chamber Mall at www.whittierchamber.com.

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September 8, 2011 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“Our Family Caring for your Family”

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Whittier Chamber Office (8158 Painter Avenue • Whittier, CA 90602)

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Erin Vega (left) and Laura Zolnekoff of CAPC, Inc. were “happy” to promote their upcoming Celebrity Waiter Dinner & Dance during Wake Up Whittier at the Whittier Uptown Association last month. For photos from the Chamber’s monthly networking breakfast see page 9

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September 2011

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

MAYOR’S MESSAGE

For me, September is still “back to school’ time. Summer is coming to an end and we are beginning to anticipate the start of the fall season. This is a very special “back to school” year for me. My youngest daughter, Michelle, is starting her first year of teaching English at Cal State Fullerton. She called me last week screaming with excitement, “Dad, they even gave me an office!” It seems like only yesterday I was dropping her off at preschool. While you’re focused on your kids this fall, please remember to Shop Whittier for all of your “back to school” needs. Let’s continue to support our local retailers. Ben Greer, On another subject, I am excited to announce a new business GM Properties coming to Whittier. I recently had the pleasure of helping Darlene and Eric Arevalo lease a building on Whittier Blvd. for their “CrossFit Whittier” workout studio. I hope everyone who, like me, needs some help staying in shape, checks out this new business. CrossFit Whittier is also an example of the helpful, cooperative attitude evident at City Hall. Everyone from the counter planners to the Mayor was helpful in making this deal come together. This is the third deal that I have been involved in this year that needed and received “special attention” from our City staff. As a result, there are three new businesses opening up in Whittier. I want to recognize and thank the helpful pro business attitude displayed by our City Staff! Have you signed up for the Hathaway Golf Classic? It will take place Monday, September 12 at the Friendly Hill Country Club. The shotgun start is at 11 a.m. There is a mixer, dinner and awards presentation from 4 to 7 p.m. Call the Chamber for more information as there is still room for additional players and sponsorships. The Zen Den Spa is having an Open House and ribbon cutting on Friday, September 9 at 1 p.m. Come celebrate with Sandy! The Zen Den is an amazing place and Sandy is an amazing lady. For me, this is a can’t miss event! What do you know? A Special Event is having “A Special Event”! Chamber members are invited to a “Lunch Time Luau” Friday, September 16 starting at 11a.m. Lunch will be catered by the Swiss Park Banquet Center so please RSVP if you plan to attend. The address and phone number are available on the Chamber website. Our monthly networking breakfast ‘Wake Up Whittier” will be held Wednesday September 21 at the Candlewood Country Club. Come enjoy breakfast and network with your fellow Chamber members. My good friend, Monica Peters, owner of Saving Grace Renovations, is also having an Open House on Thursday, September 22 at 11:30 a.m. Monica combines her contractor’s license with an artistic eye. Come by and check out her unique talents and skills! Lastly, the monthly Tasty Tuesday lunch will be at Zumayas in Uptown Whittier on September 27. Bring your business cards and join us for some networking. As you can see, the Whittier Chamber is busy with activities and events for the month of September. Join us and get connected with the Whittier business community. Remember this fall that it’s “back to business” with the Whittier Chamber!

Greetings, the Whittier City Council hopes that you had a wonderful summer! There is quite a bit to report this month. First, the Whittier Boulevard Specific Plan (WBSP) was recently updated and modified to address unanticipated changes to the local economy along Whittier Boulevard. However, the original vision of the document remains the same. The Plan, which goes into effect this month on Sept. 8th, is the City’s guideline for development on the Boulevard. The recent changes addressed several administrative and land-use issues, not included in the original plan, including the modification of what was the Auto Sales/Commercial Expansion District between College Avenue and Catalina. This area has now Cathy Warner, Whittier City Mayor been re-organized between the Shopping Cluster District and the new Center District to allow greater development flexibility, including mixed-use projects. The WBSP can be found on the City’s website at www.cityofwhittier. org under the Community Development Department. Since January of this year, we have provided updates on the proposal to eliminate redevelopment as part of a plan to close funding gaps in the State budget. Unfortunately, those proposals became reality in June 2011 when Governor Brown signed legislation to eliminate redevelopment in California (AB X1 26). The Governor also created an Alternative Voluntary Redevelopment Program which will allow cities to “buy back” (AB 1X 27) their redevelopment agency by remitting an annual required payment. Consequently, the California Redevelopment Association (CRA) and the League of California Cities (League) jointly petitioned the California Supreme Court to declare AB 1X 26-27 unconstitutional. The lawsuit contends that the laws violate Proposition 22, which prohibits the State from raiding redevelopment coffers that was passed by California voters in November 2010. In mid-August, per the CRA/League petition, the CA Supreme Court granted a stay on many of the AB 1X 26-27provisions and then stated it will hear oral arguments before year-end and deliver a decision before City’s are required to make the first portion of the “buy back” payments on January 15, 2012. As we await the Court’s decision, the City Council decided to be proactive and make arrangements to participate in the Alternative Voluntary Redevelopment Program and to re-establish the Whittier Redevelopment Agency (WRA). In order to do that, City Council passed an ordinance on July 26, 2011 and committed the City to make the required “buy back” payment of $2.89 million (and ongoing annual payments in the range of $700,000) to the State if it is still required. The latest turn of events in the saga is that the Supreme Court clarified its stay order. The clarification revealed that the Court expects Redevelopment Agencies to begin the winding down process so that they are in compliance with AB 1X 26 if it is found to be constitutional. Consequently, in response on August 23, 2011, the City Council adopted a resolution to comply with the Court’s requirement for the adoption of Enforceable Obligation Payment Schedules. Needless to say, Staff has been meeting with the City’s redevelopment attorneys on a regular basis to decipher the legislation signed into law, the lawsuit filed by the CRA and Continued on page 3

2011-2012 Board of Directors EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DIRECTORS President Gus Arriaza, Cartridge World Ernie Ceja, Vinatero Wine Shop Ben Greer, GM Properties Jin Chon, Immediate Past President Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary Dean Harako, Pay Advance Payroll Heather Crawford, VP Administration & President-elect Prudential California Realty Sue Dean, Notary Signing Network Eric Day, VP Business Information Credit Union Of Southern California Leighton M. Anderson, Greg Gunter, Greg’s Auto Body Bewley, Lassleben & Miller Ana Gutierrez, Whittier College VP Community Affairs Roy Hanna, Shannon Gimbel, Shannon G’s Flowers Bright Plaza Pharmacy Home Medical Equipment VP Finance Rudy Hernandez, RMH Dancesport Center Jeff Ball, Friendly Hills Bank Norm Kirschenbaum, Tri-Cities ROP VP Marketing Terri Starkman, STAFF Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital Carol Crosby & Lyn Carty, Executive Directors VP Membership Jessica Schreiner Magdosku, David Krake, Merrill Lynch & Co., Inc. Director of Membership VP Special Events Katie Galvin, Bonnie Watje, ACRO Printing, Inc. Director of Public Relations Amber Bookil-Lawrence, Bookkeeper Natalie Saenz, Event & Member Relations Coordinator

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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 circulation is 8,000. 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, please contact Katie Galvin at (562) 698-9554.

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BUSINESS seminar The B.O.S.S. Seminar Series kicks off with “Access to Capital” on September 15, 2011. The City of Whittier and the Whittier Chamber will team up again to offer the Business Owners Seminar Series (B.O.S.S.) from September 2011 to June 2012. The first seminar of the series titled “Where’s the Money? Access BUSINESS OWNERS SEMINAR SERIES to Capital” will be held on September 15, 2011 from Brought to you by the 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the Nixon Room of the Whittier Central Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce Library. The seminar will cover a number of important topics and provide valuable information needed when applying for a business loan. Further, seminar attendees will learn about developing a relationship with a bank/lender and will have an opportunity to ask questions and hear helpful tips from two guest speakers, one from a local bank and the other from a local credit union/ SBA lender. Business owners will walk away with an understanding of what business lenders are looking for in a borrower and much more. Don’t miss out on this informative seminar that will help you learn how to access much needed capital for your business! The B.O.S.S. program was developed in 2009 by the City of Whittier as part of the City’s Local Economic Stimulus and Business Assistance Plan. The seminar series has proven to be successful with an average of 30 business owners attending each month. The seminars will cover a variety of topics and offer a place for additional networking for local business owners. The free seminars are limited to 50 people and space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. All seminars will be held in the Whittier Central Library Nixon Room, 7344 Washington Avenue. Interested persons must call the City’s Community Development Department at (562) 567-9320 to RSVP. Visit the City’s website at www.cityofwhittier.org for upcoming seminars and additional information. “Mayor’s Message” - continued from page 2

League and the subsequent CA Supreme Court Order. With so many moving parts, the future of redevelopment and potential projects such as Nelles, Stats and the Local Economic Stimulus in the City is nebulous. The Whittier City Council remains hopeful the Supreme Court will deem the legislation unconstitutional. We will continue to monitor and provide updates to the community as appropriate. The study on Mineral Extraction in the Whittier Hills continues and staff is currently awaiting a response from consultants on public comments to the draft environmental impact report. The State Public Works Board voted to release the Fred C. Nelles site for private development earlier this summer. We are waiting for the State to finalize their due diligence and for Brookfield, the selected developer, to meet conditions established by the State. The Whittier City Council is grateful to the Whittier Chamber of Commerce for allowing us the opportunity to provide these monthly updates to the community.

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CalChamber Update Citizens Commission Adopts New Maps On August 15, the Citizens Redistricting Commission adopted and presented to the secretary of state new political maps for congressional, Senate, Assembly and Board of Equalization districts. The adoption of the maps ends the commission’s work until 2021 and culminates the long-held belief of the California Chamber of Commerce that fair redistricting is the key to meaningful political reform. CalChamber co-chaired the campaign in support of Proposition 11 and Proposition 20, which allowed the citizens of California—rather than the legislators—to draw legislative and congressional districts, thereby eliminating the inherent conflict of interest in the current system. CalChamber Comment “Although there is room for improvement, Proposition 11 created a result better than if the legislators had drawn their own lines,” said CalChamber President and CEO Allan Zaremberg. “Now we look forward to working with stakeholders and commissioners to improve this process for the future. The lessons we have learned will clearly help future commissions do better, such as nesting two Assembly districts into one Senate district and releasing more than one version of statewide draft maps for public comment.” The 2012 elections will be the first to use the redrawn districts that will be in place through 2020. The new maps coupled with the top two open primary system, which starts in June 2012, will create more competitive general elections to help elect more pro-jobs legislators. Referendum Challenge The day after the maps were adopted, a coalition supported by the California Republican Party and Senate Republican Caucus filed referendum papers to give voters an opportunity to approve/disapprove the Senate district maps. The major Latino advocacy groups— the Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund (MALDEF) and National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO)—also are looking at challenges to the maps. In a press release, the California Supreme Court said a challenge to any or all of the maps must be filed within 45 days of their being certified (by September 29). Given the limited time the court will have to review any petition challenging the map or maps, the court said the challenge and any response must be uploaded first in an electronic format to a specially dedicated judicial branch web page, followed by a hard copy within 24 hours. A litigant may be excused from the electronic submission requirement by demonstrating that compliance would pose a substantial hardship, the court said, “for example, by filing a declaration under penalty of perjury that the litigant has no access to a computer or Internet services, etc.” For more information on the CalChamber position on other important issues, visit the website at www.calchamber.com. Written by Staff Contact Rob Lapsley.

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FINANCIAL UPDATE Should You Prep Your Portfolio for Inflation?

Although many economists project overall U.S. inflation to remain modest in the near future, most see an uptick down the road. Economists and market watchers have been warning investors about the prospect of increased inflation since the housing bubble burst in 2007. The dreaded "I" word has been cropping up more frequently lately, largely due to escalating commodity prices, which have pushed up consumer prices, both in the United States and abroad. At the beginning Douglas M. Rowan, of 2011, the inflation rate stood at a paltry 1.6%. By May, it had more CFP, CMFC than doubled to 3.6%. And this could be just the start of a longer-term inflationary cycle.1 Should the economy noticeably improve and our federal deficits continue to soar, many experts feel prices in the United States will inevitably pick up their pace even further. Inflation Rates Around the World (as of May 31, 2011)2

Country Brazil Canada China Egypt Germany India Japan Russia United Kingdom United States Venezuela

Rate 6.6% 3.3% 5.5% 11.8% 2.3% 9.4% 0.3% 9.6% 4.5% 3.6% 22.8%

Staying Ahead For investors, staying ahead of inflation means, choosing investments or creating a strategic model that helps to provide returns to outpace it. Here's a look at how a climbing inflation rate might impact various investment types and asset classes. • Domestic Stocks -- Although past performance is no guarantee of future returns, historically, stocks have provided the best potential for long-term returns that exceed inflation. An analysis of holding periods between 1926 and December 31, 2010, found that the annualized return for a portfolio composed exclusively of stocks in Standard & Poor's Composite Index of 500 Stocks was 9.93% -- well above the average inflation rate of 3.01% for the same period. However, over shorter time periods the results are not as appealing. For the 10 years ended December 31, 2010, the S&P 500 returned an average of only 1.41%, compared to an average inflation rate of 2.33%.3 Continued on page 18

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Tax tips You and Your Company Can Avoid the Disguised Dividend Tax Trap If you are the owner or part owner of a C corporation, you might think that your compensation plan is relatively straightforward. You pay yourself a salary to cover your living expenses during the year. At year end, if your company has made money, you pay yourself a bonus. Your company deducts the salary and bonus so it winds up with little or no net income and pays little or no corporate tax. Richard Scrivanich, In such a scenario, you might be in for a shock. The IRS could say Harvey & Parmelee that your compensation is unreasonable. Par of your compensation may be LLP recast as a dividend, subject to both corporate and personal income taxes. Example: Grace Moran owns 100% of ABC, a C corporation. She pays herself a salary of $10,000 a month, or $120,000 a year. In 2011, Grace pays herself a $300,000 bonus. ABC reports no taxable income for 2011, and Grace pays personal income tax on her total income of $420,000. The IRS examines ABC’s corporate return and decides that Grace’s $120,000 salary is reasonable compensation for her efforts. The other $300,000 is classified as a dividend, bringing ABC’s corporate income up to $300,000 for the year. Counting state and federal taxes, ABC owes about $100,000 in corporate income tax. Grace, meanwhile, also has to pay personal income tax on both the $300,000 dividend and her $120,000 salary. Sidestepping the snare With careful planning, your C corporation can avoid this tax trap. Possible strategies include • creating a formal compensation plan. Your corporate minutes can explain the plan and report its adoption. Such a plan might call for owner-executives to receive a salary plus a bonus that’s determined by financial goals, such as revenues, profits, and market share. If you worked for years with little compensation, helping your company to grow, your minutes might state that some of your compensation is a makeup for prior sacrifice. • using external comparisons. Your compensation plan might refer to an industry study indicating that executives at other companies in your field are paid amounts comparable to those you are likely to receive. You might get such data from an industry association. • paying some corporate income tax. In the previous example, Grace could pay herself a $200,000 or $250,000 bonus, rather than a $300,000 bonus. That would leave some money in the company subject to corporate income tax. On the first $75,000 of corporate income, your company will pay only 15% or 25% in federal corporate income tax. • paying some dividends. Taking some profits as double-taxed dividends can indicate you are not “zeroing out” corporate income to avoid tax. • making an S corporation election. Your company must meet several criteria (for example, it can have only one class of stock). But, if your company meets these criteria and makes the election, it will be an S corporation and, therefore, will not be subject to federal corporate income tax. 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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Los Nietos School District Board members gather to cut the ribbon and unveil their newest plaque in celebration of their 150th anniversary alongside family, friends and community members

Owner Jacob Youseff and his family celebrate with Whittier Chamber Ambassadors and Board members during the grand opening ribbon cutting for Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt shop in Whittier

Chamber President Ben Greer (far right), Whittier City officials and East Whittier City School District supporters gather during the ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of CHEAR’S California Family Center Community Health Clinic in Whittier

Whittier City Mayor Cathy Warner and fellow City Councilmembers Owen Newcomer and Joe Vinatieri celebrate with Whittier Chamber supporters during the ribbon cutting for the completion of Phase 1 of the Bus Stop Improvement Plan outside of the Tri-Cities ROP building

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More Whittier Union High School District Students Completing Courses Needed for College More Whittier Union High School District students are not only completing the classes necessary for college admission, but are also taking more Advanced Placement courses that can qualify students for college credit, recent data show. There has been a dramatic increase in the percentage of Whittier Union students completing all courses required for entrance into the California State and University of California systems and most four-year universities. In 2006, 27.7% of Whittier Union students were completing these courses, known as the A through G requirements. This year, 48.8% of the District’s students completed the college-preparatory classes. In addition, the percentage of students taking college-level coursework through Advanced Placement (AP) classes has soared from 16% in 2002 to 29% in 2011. Not only are an increasing number of students taking these classes, but also many more are passing the AP exams. A high score on an AP exam qualifies students for college credit. “We believe that a college education provides our young people with the preparation necessary to build successful and fulfilling professional lives,” said Sandra Thorstenson, Superintendent of the Whittier Union High School District. “Therefore, we do everything we can to encourage all students to complete the A through G requirements, so that they have the option to attend college, and to challenge themselves by taking the most rigorous AP classes.” “We’re thrilled to see that close to half of our students are completing the courses necessary for college admission and that close to 30% are taking college-level AP courses,” Thorstenson said. “We hope to see these numbers continue to climb in the years to come.” In order to get into a four-year university, high school students need to complete specific courses designed to prepare them for college-level learning as a requirement for admission. During the past five years, the Whittier Union High School District has made it a top priority to provide all of its students with the information, guidance and support necessary to complete these college-preparatory classes and to create a college-going culture on each of its campuses. Students are also encouraged to take AP classes. All students receive information, guidance and counseling in the 9th through 12th grades from teachers, counselors and administrators on the A through G requirements and how best to fulfill them in planning for college. In an effort to help those students who need extra support in getting to college, Whittier Union also offers programs designed to aid them in achieving their academic goals. Pioneer, Santa Fe and Whittier high schools each offer Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) a college-readiness system designed to increase the number of underrepresented students who enroll in four-year colleges. La Serna, California, Pioneer and Whittier high schools offer Puente, a program that provides an academically rigorous 9th and 10th grade college preparatory English class, taught by the same Puente-trained teacher; four years of academic counseling for students; and mentoring/community leadership activities.

And in an effort to challenge students with an even more rigorous curriculum that will prepare them well for the demands of college-level coursework, each of Whittier Union’s five comprehensive high schools provide students with a wide variety of AP classes in subjects that include Math, Science, Social Science, Literature, History, Languages and more. “Our teachers, counselors and administrators are all focused on providing our students with a high-quality, rigorous academic curriculum and the support they need to succeed in these classes in order to offer them the best preparation for college and careers,” Thorstenson said.

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• English: Four years of college preparatory English composition and literature (take one each year) • Math: Three years (four years are recommended), including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, or higher mathematics (take one each year) • History and Social Science: Two years, including 1 year of U.S. history (or 1 semester of U.S. history and 1 semester of civics or American government) and 1 year of social science • Laboratory Science: Two years with a lab class • Language (other than English): Two years of the same language (American Sign Language is applicable) • Visual and Performing Arts: One year of dance, drama or theater, music, or visual arts • College Preparatory Elective: One year of any college preparatory subject Source: The California State University website

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member spotlight Improve Your Home, Improve Your Life With Saving Grace Renovations Saving Grace Renovations’ Monica Peters believes that a person’s home should be their sanctuary. Whether it is choosing a new paint color or changing a light bulb, furniture placement or a complete bathroom remodel, Saving Grace Renovations treats every job as a “big job.” Monica is a licensed contractor and interior consultant with a degree in art and design. With the idea of one day becoming the art director for a prominent ad agency, she moved out to California to pursue her passion. She landed her first job at a nearby agency and began designing a major campaign for a prominent grocery store chain. She later joined the team at a local sign shop and spent the better part of 15 years helping customers find their vision and offering her creative design work to local businesses. In the meantime, Monica continued to spend her free time offering her artistic assistance to friends and family members from performing various home improvement projects and renovations within their vintage homes to helping them maintain their antique surroundings and favorite furniture pieces. It was then that her true calling became clear and her woodwork designs and creations began to flourish. She has worked in the Whittier area since 1984 and finally opened her official workshop in September of 2010. “Thanks to my dear friend and Chamber President Ben Greer, who found me a warm, safe space to utilize and call my own here in Whittier, I was able to really branch out on my own as a business owner and it has been a wonderful experience ever since.” Saving Grace Renovations will work closely with each client and attempt to truly listen to their specific needs and desires. They strive to make their client’s home a reflection of who they are, not just what is trendy. Collaboration with a person and their home is essential in creating an environment that not only represents that person, but expresses who they are. Her services include everything from kitchens, bathrooms and wall finishes to cabinet & storage design, landscaping and hardscaping and real estate construction. Monica also offers a number of additional artistic services via her side business Hebert Design Werks, which she claims to be her “adventures in wood creations” like custom humidors for your personal cigar collection and life-size jewelry boxes, and she is also a Certified Reiki Master/Teacher, a unique holistic Japanese therapy which focuses on experiencing harmony, relaxation and healing through gentle treatment. Monica will not only take personal appointments for her patients but will even clear the energy in your home or office, leaving her clients with a positive and calming environment. The Whittier Chamber will host a ribbon cutting ceremony during an open house at Saving Grace Renovations on Thursday, September 22 at 11:30 a.m. Monica’s workshop is located at 12405 E. Slauson Ave. in Whittier and all are welcome to attend. For more information on Monica’s services or to schedule an appointment with her, call (562) 447-0383 or visit her website at www.savinggracerenovations.com to see samples of her work.

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BE A TEE SPONSOR!: Tee sponsorships are a great way to participate and market your business to the 200 golfers and volunteers that day. Tee sponsorships include a sign on the course, recognition in the dinner program, and a listing in all editions of the Business Focus newspapers prior to the tournament. There are many ways to make sure your business is seen with a tee sign this year: • Classic Tee Sign ($100 Chamber members; $150 non-members): Your business name on a sign • Feature your LOGO instead of your name (addt’l $25) • Include a card holder to display your business cards (addt’l $25) • Include a brochure holder on the tee sign (addt’l $25) WIN $2,000 IN THE GOLF BALL DROP! One of the most popular and exciting aspects of the Hathaway Golf Classic is the $2000 Golf Ball Drop! This cash prize game is open to both golfers and non-golfers and features the chance of winning up to $2,000! Here is how it works: Purchase a Hathaway golf ball from the Whittier Chamber for $25 (or 5 balls for $100). At the 19th Hole Mixer, a helicopter will hover over the golf course and drop all the purchased golf balls over the green. Whichever ball(s) fall into the designated hole wins the cash prize! Multiple winners will split the grand prize. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to win $100 thanks to the generosity of Union Bank and The Quad. Purchase your Hathaway golf ball today – you could be a big winner! Balls can be purchased online at www.whittierchamber.com. Winners need not be present. The 33rd Annual Hathaway Golf Classic is expected to sell out! To secure your space in the golf tournament or at the 19th Hole Mixer, or to become a major sponsor or tee sign advertiser, visit the Chamber Mall at www.whittierchamber.com or call (562) 698-9554. Hathaway sponsors at press time include: PRINTING SPONSOR

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Chamber Members Offer September Incentives Through Door-To-Door Flyer Distribution Program The Door-to-Door Flyer Distribution Program is a great way for local businesses to reach out to the residential community. In late August, thousands of residents throughout the City received the Chamber’s Door-to-Door bags packed full of incentives and marketing flyers from 11 Whittier Chamber members. Listed below are the advertisers who advertised in August.

Big Heart Family Clinic - “Our clinic is open Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All services are $40 and we only accept walk-in clients. We are located at 11120 Whittier Blvd., #C.” Elke Wurzbach, FNP – (562) 881-9200

The Gables of Whittier- “The Gables of Whittier is a new attached home community with sensitive, traditional aesthetic. The Gables of Whittier is where the best of historic Whittier and progressive Whittier meet to create an oasis for those who appreciate both. Come see a virtual tour at www.thegablesmodelth3.com” Mark Gelberg (562) 947-2233 • ksellers@upofca.com

South Western Federal Credit Union- “Are you looking for a better way to pay for college? We offer a private student loan solution with your best interest in mind. We’d love to help you plan for college and find your path to financial success” (562) 694-8296 • www.swfcu.org

BHP- “It’s Bright Health Physicians Peditarics’ goal to promote early literacy for children in the community. Reach Out and Read is a special event on Saturday, October 1 from 1 to 3 p.m. Children ages 6 months to 5 years are invited to attend this free special event with their parents.” RSVP to 1 (877) 285-3627 15725 E. Whittier Blvd., Second Floor

PIH- “The PIH Pediatric Hospitalist Program is comprised of pediatricians who specialize in the care of hospitalized children. At PIH a pediatric hospitalist is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to care for your child. The PIH Pediatric Hospitalist Program is another way PIH provides quality care and devotion to your child’s health. Pediatric Hospitalist Department • (562) 698-0811

St. Mark’s Lutheran School , Hacienda Heights- “St. Mark’s is an accredited pre-school through 8th grade Blue Ribbon school offering exceptional teaching in an inspiring, challenging and encouraging environment. Please call to arrange a campus tour.” (626) 968-0428 • www.stmarks.ws

DialMed HomeCare- “We have been providing quality caregivers to the Whittier community for 15 years. If you out someone you know needs assistance with daily living activities, please give us a call. We are Whittier’s original home care company.” (562) 464-0295 • 14613 E. Whittier Blvd.

Smokey Joe’s Chimney Sweep - “The US Consumer Product Safety Commission research indicates that most wood heating fires involve the chimney. We inspect and sweep chimneys, install gas fire log sets, carbon monoxide alarms and chimney caps, as well as clean dryer vents and gutters.” Joseph Maholick – (562) 945-4646 • smokeyjoes1@verizon.net

Swiss Park Banquet Center - “Enjoy Swiss Park Catering in your own home our office. Our friendly staff will deliver a complete buffet for any gathering of 25 people or more. Perfect for business meetings, retirement parties, birthday parties, holiday events and more!” (562) 692-4803 • staff@swisspark.com • www.swisspark.com

At the Whittier Chamber… We Mean Business! Our members are entrepreneurs and service providers that do everything from A-Z… and when you need a referral we want you to call us first! Our helpful and enthusiastic staff will do their best to assist you, just call (562) 698-9554 or visit our online directory at www.whittierchamber.com. If you’re looking for an attorney, plumber, printer or dentist just give us a call. Better yet, visit the Chamber office located at 8158 Painter Avenue and check out marketing materials conveniently left by hundreds of our Chamber members for the public to take. The Chamber is a valuable tool and we want to be a resource to Whittier residents by helping you connect with businesses in the area. When you need a professional to help with a home improvement project, the Whittier Chamber is here to assist you. Within the Chamber membership there are numerous businesses that can help you with a variety of home improvement and repair projects. For more information on the Chamber’s Door to Door Flyer Distribution program, contact Natalie Saenz at (562) 698-9554.

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These ladies are serious about their networking! The Whole Child’s Meg Rottman enjoys her lunch with Kathy Miller (center) and a fellow business representative of Popular Community Bank during the Tasty Tuesday lunch at Whittier College

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“In the game of life it’s a good idea to have a few early losses, which relieves you of the pressure of trying to maintain an undefeated season.” - Lee Trevino “One lesson you better learn if you want to be in politics is that you never go out on a golf course and beat the President.” - Lyndon B. Johnson

Whittier College President Sharon Herzberger (second from right), Bon Appetit’s Vania Hernandez (far right) and the Bon Appetit staff hosted another delicious and successful networking luncheon last month

“One of the most fascinating things about golf is how it reflects the cycle of life. No matter what you shoot, the next day you have to go back to the first tee and begin all over again and make yourself into something.” - Peter Marshall “Competitive golf is played mainly on a five-and-a-half-inch course… the space between your ears.” - Bobby Jones Whittier College Trustee and longtime supporter Ruth B. Shannon dropped by Tasty Tuesday and enjoyed her lunch with fellow Chamber member and Whittier College alumnus Vince Daigneault of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

“I have a tip that can take five strokes off anyone's golf game. It is called an eraser.” - Arnold Palmer “The reason the pro tells you to keep your head down is so you can't see him laughing.” - Phyllis Diller “Golf's three ugliest words: still your shot.” -Dave Marr “The only sure rule in golf is - he who has the fastest cart never has to play the bad lie.” - Mickey Mantle “Golf is like solitaire. When you cheat, you only cheat yourself.” - Tony Lema

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Basic Guidelines for Employers on Interview Do’s & Don’ts By Rebecca Rodarte-Byrne, HR Direct Response

There are some things that employers cannot ask about on job applications or during interviews. Laws against illegal discrimination might bar questions such as the ones below. Note, however, that federal discrimination laws usually apply only to employers that have 15 or more employees. But your state or city might have similar laws that apply to smaller employers. • • • • • • • •

Your race Your national origin Your religion Your disability Your age Your sex Your sexual orientation Your prior criminal activity

Race Your application form cannot ask any questions about an applicant’s race, including the color of the applicant’s skin, eyes, or hair. You also cannot ask the applicant to include a photo of him/herself with the application, because this would indicate the applicant’s race. National origin You cannot ask an applicant about his or her heritage or national origin. That includes questions about what country the applicant came from or “place of birth.” You also can’t ask whether English is the applicant’s first language. You can’t ask if the applicant has a “green card.” But every employer of 15 or more employees is required by federal immigration laws to make sure that the applicant can show that he or she can work in the United States – even if the employer has no reason to suspect that the applicant is not a citizen. To do so, the applicant is required to complete an “I-9 form. A copy of that form is available through the Immigration and Naturalization Service. Religion You may not ask about a job applicant’s religion, if the applicant has religious beliefs or what those beliefs are, or what religious days the applicant observes, because those questions are prohibited by laws against religious discrimination. You may, however, tell an applicant what days the applicant will be required to work. In certain circumstances, you might be required to accommodate an employee whose religion forbids working on certain days.

Disability You cannot ask on the application form if an applicant has a disability – though you are permitted to ask whether the applicant can perform the “essential functions” of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. If a job applicant’s disability is obvious in an interview, you may not ask you how bad the disability is – unless the question is directly related to the applicant’s ability to perform the job. For example, if a hearing-impaired applicant applies for a job where he or she would seldom have to be able to hear well to do the job, you cannot ask you how bad the applicant’s hearing loss is. Age When hiring employees, you cannot ask you how old a job applicant is, or any other questions that would indicate how the applicant is, because those questions are prohibited by laws against age discrimination. For example, when hiring employees, you probably can’t ask the applicant’s high school graduation date or how old he or she was when President Reagan was elected. But the applicant’s age doesn’t stay a secret from you forever. After you’ve hired the worker, you can ask for the employee’s birth date if you need that information to know, for example, eligibility for retirement benefits. Sex Generally, you cannot ask about a job applicant’s sex on an application form, because that is prohibited by laws against sex discrimination when hiring employees. Also, you can’t ask an applicant if she is pregnant. Sexual Orientation There is no federal law that forbids an employer from asking about an applicant’s sexual orientation. However, some states and cities have laws that prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation. Prior criminal activity Some states have laws restricting questions about prior criminal activities. Generally, you may ask if an applicant has been convicted of a crime. However, state or local law might prevent you from asking if an applicant has been arrested. If you have questions about hiring employees, consult with a business lawyer in your area. For more information on common HR questions and more, contact Rebecca RodarteByrne of HR Direct Response at (310) 903-9308, by email at Rebecca@hrdirectresponse.com.

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SEPTEMBER COMMUNITY CALENDAR Special events in September: Pathways Support Group @ Red Cross Center (6706 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday. FREE. Contact (562) 698-0304 for more information

$6 Zumba Class @ Aloisio Silva Brazilian Jui Jitsu (9150 Painter Ave., Ste. 105E, Whittier), 8:15 to 9:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Bootcamp classes start September 7 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. every Monday & Wednesday. Chamber members get first class FREE. Contact Miguel Cosio at (562) 696-1010

Community Yoga Classes @ Friends Chiropractic (6736 Friends Ave., Whittier), 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Bring a yoga mat or one will be provided. Certified Instructor: Rebecca Merlino. Voluntary donations accepted. Contact Friends Chiropractic (562) 698-1275

Summer Live Salsa Series Poolside @ Radisson Hotel Whittier (7320 Greenleaf Ave., Whittier), 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. New band featured every Friday. For more information call (562) 945-8511

The Sunday Market Place in Uptown Whittier @ Greenleaf Ave. (near Hadley St.), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. FREE. Enjoy a certified farmer’s market, specialty booths, crafts, food and live music every Sunday. For more information call the Whittier Uptown Association (562) 696-2662

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7. Chair Aerobics for Seniors @ Beverly Hospital (309 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello), 2 to 3 p.m. FREE. Call (800) 618-6664 and reserve a space 8. New Member Meet ‘N Greet @ Whittier Chamber Office (8158 Painter Ave., Whittier), 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. FREE. Light lunch will be served. Event is designed for NEW members and NEW business representatives, or works as a refresher course for existing members on the benefits of Chamber membership. To RSVP, contact Jessica Magdosku at (562) 698-9554 9. Ribbon Cutting @ the Zen Den Spa (7750 Painter Ave., Whittier), 1 p.m. FREE. Contact Dr. Sandy Vidal for information at (562) 945-2490 10. AAUW Monthly Luncheon @ Radisson Hotel Whittier (7320 Greenleaf Ave., Whittier), 12 noon. $15 includes lunch. Guest speaker and author to discuss Civil Rights Movement. To RSVP call Carole Restovich at (562) 696-0296 or email to WhittierAAUWreserv@yahoo.com

“A Night in Tuscany” @ the home of Dom & Sandy Niccoli (8421 La Bajada, Whittier), social hour 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m. $40 per person. Evening includes authentic Italian dinner and special musical entertainment. Sponsored by the Whittier Republican Women Federated. To purchase tickets, contact Selma Minerd at (562) 696-1578

12. Whittier Chamber’s 33rd Annual Hathaway Golf Classic @ Friendly Hills Country Club (8500 S. Villaverde Dr., Whittier), registration 9 a.m., shotgun start 11 a.m. $225 per golfer (includes banquet dinner and prizes). For more information on sponsorships call the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554 13. Disaster Preparedness for Your Pets @ Beverly Hospital (309 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello), 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Co-sponsored by the American Red Cross and Humane Society. For reservations call (800) 618-6664

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NETWORKING QUOTE The Whittier Chamber has been instrumental in introducing us to a wide range of business professionals throughout the greater Whittier community. Thanks to the close ties we’ve formed with other area business owners and residents, the Zen Den Spa was recently named the LA Times Reader’s Choice for the Best in Alternative Medicine. As a result of being part of the Whittier Chamber of Commerce, numerous doors have opened for us! We are also collaborating with Renew Spa and Skin Care to work together harmoniously and better serve the community. We are very proud to be a part of the Chamber family and are extremely fortunate to have such a well developed Chamber in our backyard. I can’t thank the Whittier Chamber staff enough for their help and trust, and allowing me the opportunity to be a part of such a great community. Dr. Sandy Vidal Owner of the Zen Den Spa

14. Advanced Chair Aerobics for Seniors @ Beverly Hospital (309 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello), 2 to 3 p.m. FREE. Call (800) 618-6664 and reserve a space 15. “Where’s the Money? Access to Capital” Business Seminar @ Whittier Central Library (7344 Washington Ave., Whittier), 8 to 9:30 a.m. FREE. B.O.S.S. program is co-sponsored by the City of Whittier & the Whittier Chamber. Space is limited; RSVP to (562) 567-9320

Ribbon Cutting & Open House @ Sweet Dreams Dessert Lounge (12824 Hadley St., Unit 106, Whittier), 10:30 a.m. FREE. Refreshments will be served. For information call Sweet Dreams at (562) 945-5000

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16. A Special Event’s 20th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting @ the home of Amelia Gutierrez (14762 Victor Ct., Whittier), 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. FREE. “Lunchtime Luau” catered by Swiss Park Banquet Center. For information contact Judy Bradt at (562) 695-9570 17. “Home & Garden Show” Art Reception & Plant Sale @ Whittier Art Gallery (8035 Painter Ave., Whittier), 3 to 6 p.m. FREE. For more information call the Whittier Art Gallery at (562) 698-8710 20. “7 Step Peak Energy” Community Workshop @ Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital (12401 Washington Blvd., Whittier), 6:30 p.m. FREE. Guest Speaker is Dr. Yani Feliciano, Board Qualified Chiropractic Orthopedist and Wellness Advisor. Call (562) 698-0811 ext. 18305 to reserve a seat 21. Wake Up Whittier Networking Breakfast @ Candlewood Country Club (14000 Telegraph Rd., Whittier), 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. FREE for Chamber members; $20 for non-members. Contact the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554 for more information 22. Open House & Ribbon Cutting @ Saving Grace Renovations (12405 E. Slauson Ave., Ste. G, Whittier), 11:30 a.m. FREE. Visit Monica’s workshop to see samples of her home improvement work and more! Contact owner Monica Peters at (562) 447-0383 24. “Paws 4 A Cause” Dog 3K Walk/Run & Fashion Show @ Palm Park Greenway Trailhead (5703 Palm Ave., Whittier), 9 a.m. to 12 noon. $15 per dog and owner; $5 each additional dog. Proceeds go to support the Whittier Community Foundation. For more information, contact Marlene Martel at (562) 567-9460 25. “Heroes” Concert @ Whittier High School, Vic Lopez Auditorium (12417 Philadelphia St., Whittier), 3 p.m. FREE. Sponsored by the Rio Hondo Symphony. For concert information call (562) 698-8626, send an email to riohondosymphony@verizon.net or visit the website at www.riohondosymphony.org 27. Tasty Tuesday Networking Lunch @ Zumaya’s (7317 Greenleaf Ave., Whittier), 11:30 a.m. Cost $10. Contact the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554 for more information 28. Balance & Agility for Seniors @ Beverly Hospital (309 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello), 2 to 3 p.m. FREE. Call (800) 618-6664 and reserve a space

Monthly Business Mixer & Speaker Series @ Merrill Gardens (13250 E. Philadelphia St., Whittier), 6 to 9 p.m. FREE. Food and drinks served. RSVP to (562) 945-3904

29. Aloisio Silva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting @ (9150 Painter Ave., Ste. 105E, Whittier), 3 p.m. FREE. Additional parking will be available at the DMV office on Mulberry and Painter. Learn more about classes and how the academy can change your life. Contact Miguel Cosio at (562) 696-1010

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AROUND TOWN Whittier High Volleyball Sees Renewed Attitude

Whittier High School recently acquired their new coach Elliott Walker. Coach Walker comes with many years of experience working with youth. Among his many attributes, he has successfully coached athletes at the elementary, middle and high school levels. Joining Coach Walker is his former player and now associate coach Ray Rodriguez. The two are working together along with former athletes who are committed to helping develop volleyball on the Eastside and look forward to this year’s season with the girls program. When asked, “Now, that you are at the helm of a new program, what is your outlook on the season?” Coach Walker deferred the question to members of the 2011 squad. Christianne Pantoja, senior setter replies, “I am looking forward to competing with a new team, learning new levels of volleyball, and being able to show our true talent. Compared to previous seasons, we have learned game winning strategies and can now put them together on the court.” Melissa Ramirez, senior outside hitter says, “I had fun my previous years as a Whittier athlete, but something about this season is special. I look forward to the intense workouts, each one filled with game like situations and tactics to help us understand the game. We have been challenged to work on improving our skills and volleyball IQ that I look forward to being a competitive team this year!” Unanimously echoing about the crowd is the consensus that there is a strong feeling of team unity. As for the season, Coaches Walker and Rodriguez say, “We are confident that the teams will do well. We look forward to competing against our opponents but more so, ourselves. To help us work on our game and volleyball IQ, we have scheduled some challenging tournaments to help push us to a higher skill and game level.” Deferred back to the girls, Emily Sanchez, senior opposite says, “I am actually looking forward to knowing the feeling of winning! The coaches have taught more than game tactics and strategy, but how to believe in ourselves.” From a distance, in a soft but affirmative voice, someone exclaims, “We are already winners!” For more information on how you can support the Whittier High School Girls Volleyball team, contact the school at (562) 698-8121.

A Special Event Celebrates 20 Years

A Special Event is turning 20 years old this month and you are invited to join the celebration! Friends and family are welcome to join Whittier Chamber supporters for a “Lunch Time Luau” on September 16, 2011 at the residence of Amelia Gutierrez, 14762 Victor Court in Whittier. A Special Event will be unveiling a new website and logo, as well as showing guests how they can make their next celebration “truly a special event” and more. The event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. More details to follow. For more information contact Judy Bradt of A Special Event at (562) 695-9570.

Club Offered Fun, Active Summer for Whittier Youth

The Boys & Girls Club of Whittier worked diligently over the summer to provide more than 350 kids each day, ages 7-18 years, with exciting and creative activities to participate in. Among this summer’s field trips were to a Dodger game, a beach trip, Knott’s Berry Farm adventure, trip to Raging Waters, a visit to Splash, fun at Nickel Nickel Arcade and to the theatre. Through a partnership with the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and Kid’s Café, club members were provided with a free nutritious lunch and afternoon snack every day during the eight-week summer session. Additional summer highlights included:  The first ever co-ed softball league. Through a grant from RBI (Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities), the Boys & Girls Club of Whittier had more than 42 Club members practice and play competitively against each other on three teams.  Weekly trips to the Whittier Public Library to participate in their summer program.  Hula, hip hop and salsa dance classes.  For teen members, there was daily circuit training, a “recyclable” art show and dinner at least twice a week. Registration is now open for the BGCW 2011-2012 After-School Program. Membership is $25 per year for all kids ages 6 – 18 years (no child is ever turned away; scholarships are available). BGCW will run programs this year at Dexter and Edwards Middle School, their main Clubhouse on Greenleaf Avenue, as well as at their Teen Center. For more information, please call (562) 945-3787 x100 or visit www.bgcw.org.

Local Women’s Group to Host Backyard Summer Party

Women Republican Women Federated invite you and your friends to join them for “A Night in Tuscany” on Saturday, September 10, 2011 at the home of Dom & Sandy Niccoli, 8421 La Bajada in Whittier. The fundraising event will begin at 6 p.m. with a social hour and dinner will follow at 7 p.m. The evening will include deliciously authentic Italian food and music from the “golden age of music” during the 1940’s and 50’s. The cost per person for dinner and entertainment is $40. To RSVP or for more information, please call Selma Minerd at (562) 696-1578.

Home & Garden Show to Take Place This Month at Local Art Gallery

The Whittier Art Association invites the public to a very exciting and beautiful "Home and Garden Show." The show will run from Wednesday, September 7 through Sunday, October 2, 2011 at the Whittier Art Gallery, 8035 Painter Ave. On display will be drawings, paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry and textiles by well known local artists. In addition, the show will feature plants and handmade pottery, all for sale at attractive prices. There will also be raffles on both the art and greenery. For more information on the event, call the Whittier Art Gallery at (562) 698-8710 or visit their website at www.whittierartgallery.com.

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AROUND TOWN Civil Rights Author to be Featured at Women’s Luncheon

The Greater Whittier Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) has scheduled a luncheon meeting at 12 noon on Saturday, September 10 at the Radisson Hotel Whittier, 7320 Greenleaf Ave. The program will feature Eva Rutland, author of "When We Were Colored: A Mother's Story," in conversation with her granddaughter Eva Fields. Eva's first book provides a contemporary prospective of the Civil Rights Movement told through the eyes of a middle-class black mother. Mrs. Rutland began writing her stories in the 1950's and 1960's when her children were growing up and compiled them into a book that was originally published in 1964. Despite the discrimination that she and her family faced, the 94-year old author keeps the book upbeat and funny. Although she went blind in her fifties, she continues to write and has published more than 20 novels. In 2000 she wrote "No Crystal Stair," which is a fictionalized account of her life from the 1940's to modern day. She is currently working on a personal memoir about the life of a grandmother. Both books will be available for sale and signing at the luncheon. Reservations for the luncheon meeting at $15 must be made by Tuesday, September 6 with Carole Restovich by phone at (562) 696-0296 or by email to WhittierAAUWreserv@Yahoo.com.

Assistance League Hosts 3rd Annual Whittier Trail-A-Thon in October

Assistance League is urging Whittier residents to save the date for Saturday, October 15, 2011 for the third annual Trail-A-Thon. Registration will take place at 7 a.m. and the walk will follow at 8 a.m. Participants are invited to walk, stroll, jog or run from Palm Park to Mills Ave. The round trip is 8 miles, but participants need not cover any particular distance. Registration is $25 for adults and $15 for students and dogs. Everyone who registers before September 17, 2011 will receive a t-shirt and a medal. Children under 8 are free, but must pay a $15 fee if they would like a T-shirt or medal. Late entrants are not promised those special tokens. Special prizes this year include one for children 6 years and younger who walk one mile, and one for children 7-14 years who walk two miles. Groups of five adults or five students will get $5 off each registration. Assistance League, whose motto is “Caring and Commitment in Action,” has numerous philanthropies including Operation School Bell, Dental Care, Continuing Education Scholarships, Bookmobile and more. For details about the Trail-a-Thon or membership in Assistance League, please call (562) 693-0941.

Women’s Choral Group Seeks New Voices

The New Century Singers Whittier group is seeking women who like to sing and perform. Rehearsals are on Wednesday mornings from 9 to 11 a.m. at Harmony Center, 12907 Bailey Street. For women who work during the daytime, there are additional rehearsals on Sunday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at East Whittier Methodist Church, 10005 Cole Road. No auditions are required. For further information, please contact B Bennett at (562) 695-1785. If you would like to have the group perform for your club or organization, contact Linda Cheatham at (562) 695-5508.

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Seniors Find Joy and Benefits of Exercise at Beverly Hospital

There are so many good reasons for seniors to participate in aerobic exercise. Senior aerobics is a joyful way to improve muscle strength and tone, assist with losing excess weight, all while maintaining heart health, mobility and fitness. It also helps to lower blood pressure, cholesterol levels, improves stamina and decreases fatigue, lowers depression and even helps improve self-confidence. Exercising may look hard or tiring, but there are gentler ways to raise the heart rate enough without jumping, running, jolting or straining. Beverly Hospital offers the perfect solution - Chair Aerobics. The classes are very simple and designed for seniors. The benefits of these one-hour classes are limitless. Aside from the wonderful physical benefits, chair aerobics also enhances feelings of calmness and overall well-being. Beverly Hospital invites people age 50 and over to join the 50+ Connection chair aerobic exercise program taught by Tony Lorrich, a certified personal fitness trainer. Classes are free and held at Beverly Hospital, 309 W. Beverly Blvd. in Montebello, from 2 to 3 p.m. Call (800) 618-6664 and reserve a space for the following classes: Chair Aerobics –September 7 Comprehensive program involving stretching and movement of arms, legs and torso area. Increases flexibility and circulation throughout the body. Advance Chair Aerobics –September 14 Improves strength and flexibility. Bring a small weight (onethree pounds) or a16 oz. can. Balance and Agility –September 28 Involves standing balance exercises and range-of-motion. Strengthens interior core of the body, and helps to stabilize skeletal structure.

Whittier Hosts 9th Annual Abilities Awareness Faire Next Month

“Living Life without Limits,” the ninth annual Abilities Awareness Faire and Celebration of Disabilities Awareness Month, will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, October 17 at the Whittier Community Center, 7630 Washington Ave. All community members are invited to come to this free event to learn more about how Whittier is working to become accessible to all residents. The event is jointly sponsored by the City of Whittier Accessibility Committee, Park, Recreation and Community Services Department, Southeast Area Social Services Funding Authority (SASSFA) Work Source and the Whittier Union High School District. More than 50 agencies will be represented at the Faire, featuring exhibits and displays on employment assistance information, advocacy, independent and assisted living, parent education, support programs, social services resources and emergency preparedness information. For more information or to participate in the event, contact Martin Browne, Accessibility Coordinator, at (562) 567-9480 or mbrowne@cityofwhittier.org.

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AROUND TOWN Symphony Announces Upcoming Admission Free Concerts

The 79-year-old Rio Hondo Symphony is announcing its 2011-2012 season of four admission-free concerts to be performed for the enjoyment of local area residents. All concerts will be at 3 p.m. Sundays in the Vic Lopez Auditorium at Whittier High School. The first concert, “Heroes,” is set for September 25, 2011. Conductor and Music Director Kimo Furumoto will begin the afternoon with Rossini’s William Tell Overture. The orchestra will also play Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 (Erica) and Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 1 featuring Alison Edwards, a formidable pianist in high demand. The orchestra, founded 79 years ago, is sponsored by Whittier, Pico Rivera and Santa Fe Springs, as well as Rio Hondo College. It is supported financially by hundreds of individuals and businesses throughout the area. For concert and membership details, please call (562) 698-8626, send an email to riohondosymphony@verizon.net or visit the website at www.riohondosymphony.org.

Lodge Celebrates Centennial with Special Fall Event Schedule

Ever since the Whittier Elks Lodge #1258 was first chartered one hundred years ago on November 11, 1911, they have worked side by side with the City of Whittier. With the fraternal orders motto, “Charity, Justice, Brotherly and Fidelity”, the Lodge has served the city well. They have sponsored the Cavalier’s Band, food baskets for the needy during the holiday season, scholarships for local students, volunteer programs at Brentwood Veterans Hospital, various events at the Whittier Public Library and dinner dances for handicapped youth each year, just to name a few. The Grand Order of Elks would like to invite the community to attend an open house in celebration of the Centennial on October 1, 2011. There will also be a breakfast hosted by the Lodge for all community leaders on October 2, as well as a special dinner event in December during which they will have the honor of welcoming the Grand Exalted Ruler David Carr and the state President Wayne Howard. For more information on the upcoming Centennial celebrations, contact the Whittier Elks Lodge at (562) 696-7117.

Bowling Alley Offers Fall League for Family and Friends AMF Friendly Hills Lanes recently announced they will have numerous bowling leagues starting soon for youth, adults and seniors. No matter what your skill level is, AMF has the perfect league for you! AMF Friendly Hills lanes is Bowling is the worlds #1 participation sport so bring in your business associates for a great team building opportunity or just bring yourself and meet some great new people. Get in on the fun today! The Toys for Tots League is scheduled to start on September 27, 2011 and will run for 12 weeks. Cost is only $15 per person per week. $6 of the bowling fee will be going toward the Toys for Tots Program. The league will end just before Christmas where they will hold the first annual Toys for Tots collection day and formally make a donation! Help make someone’s holiday season a very special one. For more information, please contact Jonathan Smith at AMF Friendly Hills Lanes (562) 947-3815.

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YMCA of Greater Whittier Receives Grant to Convene Leaders for Community Change Initiative

The YMCA of Greater Whittier has received a grant from the YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) to participate in Action Communities for Health, Innovation and EnVironmental changE (ACHIEVE), a program to help “make the healthy choice the easy choice” for Whittier residents. Action Communities for Health, Innovation, and EnVironmental changE (ACHIEVE) is part of the YMCA’s Healthier Communities Initiatives which focus on making policy and environmental changes that support healthy lifestyles. These changes are built on the concept that local communities can work together to make healthy lifestyle choices available to all members of the community. Through grants awarded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Whittier is one of 10 communities nationwide receiving the grant, which will be used to expand the current work of Activate Whittier to create “A Healthy, Active Whittier.” Activate Whittier, established in 2008, is local group of community leaders working together to provide programs, activities and information to help Whittier residents improve their health and fitness. The YMCA Healthier Communities Initiatives assist families to put nutritious food on the table by bringing farmers markets with fresh fruits and vegetables to neighborhoods where healthy food options are scarce; make streets safe for pedestrians and cyclists through “complete streets” plans; give parents the peace of mind to let their children walk to school by creating safer routes; and keep a generation of children healthier by working with schools to increase physical education and physical activity during the school day. Launched in 2008 to prevent chronic diseases and related risk factors, ACHIEVE is designed to unite YMCAs, local and state health departments, parks and recreation departments and other community-based organizations in the fight against chronic disease. ACHIEVE is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and is in partnership with the National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD), the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), Society for Public Health Education and Y-USA. For more information on Activate Whittier or the local ACHIEVE program, contact Lori Tiffany at ltiffany@ymcawhittier.org or (562) 907-6530.

Increase Energy at Free Community Workshop

Are you like 95% of the population who complains of not having enough energy? Come find out what you need to know about how to increase your energy and productivity on a daily basis. Acquire the tools to implement the 7 Step Peak Energy Solution which will increase your energy and productivity by 40%, decrease your stress by 50% and help your body function optimally. Don’t let fatigue ruin your life! The workshop will be held on Tuesday, September 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital, 12401 Washington Blvd. Guest Speaker: Dr. Yani Feliciano, Board Qualified Chiropractic Orthopedist and Wellness Advisor. Call (562) 698-0811 ext. 18305 to reserve your seat. Free booklet and materials for all participants. You’ve got nothing to lose but your fatigue!

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Thank You Renewing Members of the Whittier Chamber Bright Health Physicians (562) 789-5401 8 Years

Frugo’s Yogurt (562) 696-5676 3 Years

Reliance Funding (562) 902-9922 4 Years

Christopher Magdosku, Civic Member 2 Years

Greg’s Auto Body (562) 789-1300 10 Years

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Consolidated Disposal Service (562) 347-4000 25 Years

Henry’s Auto Repair (562) 693-1036 16 Years

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Derek Rice, O.D. (562) 947-0391 7 Years

John and Laurie Peel, Civic Members 12 Years

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• International Stocks -- Diversifying into foreign markets may help provide downside protection when the U.S. economy sputters.4 During the same 10-year span that ended December 31, 2010, the MSCI EAFE, which is comprised of established economies such as Germany and Japan, outpaced U.S. inflation with an average return of 3.94%. The MSCI Emerging Markets index, which tracks developing world economies such as Brazil and China, was even more stellar, returning an average of 16.23%.5 • Bonds -- Historically, investors have turned to shorter-term corporate and high-yield bonds for protection in rising-rate environments.6 There are two types of bonds that receive a lot of investor interest when inflation starts to rise: Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) and I Savings Bonds. Both TIPS and I bonds are types of fixed-interest rate bonds whose value can rise as inflation rates rise. • CDs and Other Cash Instruments -- The Federal Reserve is still keeping a tight lid on interest rates, forcing investors who hope to keep pace with inflation by investing in cash instruments facing a harsh reality. The rates on a 1-year CD are averaging under 1%, while a 5-year CD is yielding just over 2%, according to Bankrate.com. Money market and other bank savings accounts are also averaging well under 1%. Although many economists project overall U.S. inflation to remain modest in the near future, most see an uptick down the road. For investors, a well-rounded, strategically designed portfolio may be your best weapon. The key is to consider your time frame, your anticipated income needs, and how much volatility you are willing to accept, and then construct a portfolio with a mix of investments you are comfortable with. Consult your financial professional to discuss your specific needs and options.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, June 2011. Sources: TradingEconomics.com and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, June 2011. 3 Sources: Standard & Poor's, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The S&P 500 is an unmanaged index. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. 4 Diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against a loss in a declining market. 5 The MSCI EAFE and MSCI EM are unmanaged indexes. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. 6 Bonds are subject to market and interest rate risk if sold prior to maturity. Bond values will decline as interest rates rise and are subject to availability and change in price. Douglas M. Rowan, CFP, CMFC is an investment adviser representative with over twenty-five years of experience in the field. He helps companies and individuals walk through the complexities of today’s marketplace, specializing in portfolio design for corporate and individual retirement plans and endowments. He handles the multi-dimensional financial affairs for a select group of families, businesses and charities in Orange County, Los Angeles, and the Valley. (562) 945-7787 or (800) 441-0136. 1 2

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The views are those of Douglas M. Rowan, CFP, CMFC and should not be construed as investment advice. Additional risks are associated with international investing, such as currency fluctuations, political and economic stability, and differences in accounting standards. All information is believed to be from reliable sources; however, we make no representation as to its completeness or accuracy. All economic and performance information is historical and not indicative of future results. Securities offered through Financial Network Investment Corporation, member SIPC September 2011 — This column is produced by the Financial Planning Association, the membership organization for the financial planning community, and is provided by Douglas M. Rowan, CFP, CMFC, a local member of FPA.

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NEW MEMBERS BAKERY Sweet Dreams Dessert Lounge Betty Mendez Gabriel Gallegos 12824 Hadley St., Unit 106 Whittier, CA 90601 (562) 945-5000 sweetdreamsdessertlounge@gmail.com Facebook.com/sweetdreamsdessertlounge

FITNESS CENTER Crossfit Whittier Erik and Darlene Aravelo 14301 Whittier Blvd. Whittier, CA 90605 (714) 738-1717 erik@crossfitwhittier.net

Sweet Dreams Dessert Lounge is not your average cafe or bakery. From the moment you step in the door you’re welcomed by the Sweet Dreams’ Team, who will make your visit as pleasurable as can be. With a trendy atmosphere, stepping into the lounge will make everyone feel like they’re on a pleasant getaway. “Some people don’t get to travel everyday we want them to feel relaxed...It’s cheaper than a vacation,” says coowner Gabriel Gallegos. Sweet Dreams’ cakes and pastries are not the only treats found inside the shop. Before even opening Sweet Dreams, Betty Mendez gained partnership with clothing designer Nicole Miller, as their exclusive cake vendor. They have also worked with high end clients from the east and west coast and are also Wedding Wire rated. With a wide variety of freshly roasted gourmet coffees to their delicious pastries and eloquent atmosphere, Sweet Dreams Dessert Lounge promises to make their customers happy.

Owners Erik and Darlene Aravelo will be opening their second Crossfit location on September 15, 2011. The program design at Crossfit Whittier is designed to challenge you with something new every day. One of their philosophies is rest when needed, work when you can. The fitness level of each individual is different, so go at your own pace. From the hardcore athlete to a beginner in fitness, anyone can succeed. They are a blue collar facility with a primary objective of getting results. Crossfit Whittier is not a gym! They train you to execute real world movements under heavier loads, longer distance, with greater intensity. They fly with a bit of moxy but keep their egos grounded. Group training is the preferred way with Crossfit. It is a sight to behold when a group of individuals get together and push through the mental and physical anguish to achieve one relative goal. The Virtus classes have developed into a brotherhood creating a high energy atmosphere and an understanding that each member is an important pillar in the foundation. Crossfit Whittier is waiting for you to come and join them, so call Erik today at (714) 738-1717.

BANQUET FACILITIES

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Swiss Park Banquet Center 1905 Workman Mill Rd. Whittier, CA 90601 (562) 699-1525 staff@swisspark.com www.swisspark.com Swiss Park Banquet Center is a full-service banquet facility and catering business, featuring a beautiful garden and gazebo, ideal for wedding ceremonies. They offer two large banquet rooms for groups ranging from 50 to 350 guests. Their delicious menus are suitable for a variety of events including off-site catering to your home or office. Visit and tour Swiss Park 7 days a week. For hours and additional information, please call (562) 699-1525 or visit their website at www.swisspark.com. For updated event news and pictures, please see their Facebook page. Swiss Park Banquet Center looks forward to hosting your next special event! Referred by Judy Bradt, Owner of A Special Event

CHIMNEY SWEEP SERVICES Smokey Joe’s Chimney Sweep Joe Maholick (562) 945-4646 Smokeyjoes1@verizon.net www.smokeyjoeschimneysweep.com Smokey Joe’s Chimney Sweep is a longtime Whittier business located in and serving Whittier and surrounding cities for more than 20 years, providing thorough, top quality fireplace inspections and comprehensive cleanings for residents, realtors and insurance agents. Smokey Joe’s also cleans both residential and commercial dryer vents and gutters. Smokey Joe’s installs only building code compliant spark arrestors (ask about custom sizes) to keep bats, squirrels, raccoons and birds from accessing/nesting in your chimney. Installing a top closing damper will keep everything (bees) out of your chimney and keep your cooled or heated air inside your home, saving you energy dollars and providing comfortable living spaces. Call today to book your inspection and sweep – remember flu season is just around the corner!

DENTAL SERVICES Bright Now! Dental Jo Ann Garcia 101 W. Imperial Hwy. Suite E Brea, CA 92821 (located in the Gateway Shopping Center) (714) 988-1000 brea@smilebrands.com Bright Now Dental would like to welcome you to one of their newest offices in the City of Brea. They offer General Dentistry, Cosmetic, Orthodontic and Oral Surgery services. They are also conveniently open late evenings and on Saturdays. Their mission statement is “Smiles for Everyone!” and they believe there is nothing better than a healthy beautiful smile. They look forward to helping those with all types of dental needs. Call and book your appointment today!

HEALTHCARE Big Heart Family Clinic Elke Wurzbach, N.P. 11120 Whittier Blvd. #C Whittier, CA 90606 (562) 699-0800 elke.wurzbach@gmail.com Big Heart Family Clinic provides medical services to all ages for a set and low price. Adult physicals and sick visits are $40. Children 12 and under for sports physicals or sick visits are $25. No immunizations provided except tetanus and TB. Additional costs for labwork only. Big Heart Family Clinic is open on Mondays and Fridays only, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. No appointments are needed, walk on in! They are located at 11120 #C Whittier Blvd.

HOME BUILDER Brookfield Homes Dave Bartlett 3090 Bristol St. Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714) 427-6868 dave.bartlett@brookfieldrp.com www.brookfieldsouthland.com

NURSERY & LANDSCAPING Sierra Nursery and Landscaping Joe Maholick 11226 Painter Ave. Whittier, CA 90605 (562) 698-3882 Sierra_nursery@hotmail.com

Sierra Nursery and Landscaping creates beauty where none existed before. If your office is bland or boring, Sierra Nursery and Landscaping can make it come alive with beautiful plants and greenery. If your home just needs a “little something” or even a whole makeover, Sierra Nursery and Landscaping can help – no job is too small. Call Sierra Nursery and Landscaping for all your interior or exterior landscaping needs and let them make your life more beautiful. Referred by Joe Maholick, Smoky Joe’s Chimney Sweep

PLUMBING Ted Dean Plumbing (562) 695-5041 tdplbg@hotmail.com Ted Dean Plumbing has been repairing leaky faucets, fixing faulty toilets, cleaning clogged drains and installing water heaters for three generations in Whittier. First there was Ted Dean, the original, who started the home-based business in 1957. Then it went to Craig Dean, and the third generation is Craig’s son, Ted. Both Craig and his son Ted are accredited Green Plumbers. They specialize in residential service and repair, the installation of plumbing fixtures, and drain cleaning. Ted Dean Plumbing’s secret to success is offering a service that is fair and to always treat people’s homes as if they are working in their own home. Referred by John Peel with Concept 7, a Foster Care and Adoption Organization

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Plainsite Business Forms Jean Harwood 12040 Rivera Rd. Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 (562) 698-9828 Brookfield Homes, a member of Brookfield Residential, plainsite@plainsite.com is committed to being more than a homebuilder. They are www.plainsite.com a premier lifestyle provider comprised of a dedicated and Plainsite Business Forms is a local, friendly, family-owned knowledgeable team of professionals with the passion and business that has been operating since 1958 with traditional in-depth experience to craft new homes and neighborhoods values and ideas on what customer service really is. They offer that speak to the aspirations of homebuyers in every stage of a large selection of products from business forms, checks (for life. Over the years, Brookfield Homes has been consistently all software), business cards, letterhead and envelopes. They acknowledged as a leader in their industry with an exceptional also offer healthcare products for medical, dental and filing reputation for quality, design and customer service. Brookfield supplies, and even tax forms, holiday cards and promotional Residential, publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange, products. Call to learn more about their affordable pricing is dedicated to creating great places to live and is a leading for all of your business needs at (800) 262-9828. North American land and housing company. Active in ten Referred by major markets across the United States and Canada, Brookfield Ben Greer, GM Properties draws strength from geographic diversity and affiliation with community development and homebuilding operations across the globe. Brookfield Homes Corporation merged REAL ESTATE with Brookfield Properties’ residential operations in March DEVELOPER 2011 to form the new public company, Brookfield Residential Properties Inc. The company is listed on the New York and Far West Industries for the Gables of Whittier Toronto Stock Exchanges under the symbol BRP. For more Community Sales Counselor: Mark Gelberg information, please visit www.brookfieldrp.com. DRE# 01113297 16046 Gables Way INSURANCE SERVICES Whittier, CA 90603 Soto & Soto Insurance 14542 Whittier Blvd. Phone: (562) 947-2233 Whittier, CA 90602 Fax: (562) 947-2299 (562) 692-0494 mgelberg@farwestindustries.com ericksoto@astrafg.com www.farwestindustries.com Facebook: Soto and Soto Insurance Soto & Soto Insurance, formerly Padilla Insurance, has been serving Whittier and the surrounding communities since 1985. Their mission is to provide families and business owners with exceptional service and complete protection for peace of mind. They offer a full line of personal insurance products including Home, Auto, Life and Retirement Planning. At Soto & Soto Insurance, they also strive to understand their small business clients by providing them with a variety of products including Insurance, Employee Benefit Plans, Retirement Plans, Consulting Services and Merchant Card Services. They strive to provide products that give our Small Business Clients increased Cash Flow, Expense Reductions and a Competitive Edge in this difficult marketplace.

The Gables of Whittier is a new attached home community with a sensitive, traditional aesthetic built by Far West Industries. They are offering 6 floor plans with distinct enhanced features. The Gables of Whittier is where the best of historic Whittier and progressive Whittier meet to create an oasis for those who appreciate both. Their models and sales office are open for viewing Friday-Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please contact Mark Gelberg at (562) 947-2233 to set up your personal tour today. For nearly 34 years, Far West Industries has earned the trust of thousands of homebuyers, “Building Homes for Tomorrow, Not Just for Today”, and have established themselves as one of the most respected builders in Southern California.

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A Handy Reminder

Open enrollment season is here — and it’s important to remember that the medical group you choose now also links you to a hospital. Bright Health Physicians is the only medical group exclusively affiliated with Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital (PIH). If you want assured access to the area’s preferred hospital, switch to Bright Health Physicians. Making the switch is as easy as 1, 2, 3: 1. Choose a health plan. 2. Choose Bright Health Physicians as your medical group. 3. Choose any Bright Health Physicians primary care doctor, and you’ll have access to PIH should you require hospitalization.

The doctors of Bright Health Physicians are trusted experts who take the time to get to know you and your family, and provide you with the personalized, high-quality care you deserve. We have over 150 primary care physicians and more than 180 specialists available to you. Chances are, you can switch to Bright Health Physicians and keep your current doctor. And we’re convenient — providing same-day access for primary care in most of our offices and an urgent care center to accommodate evening, weekend, and holiday needs. Call the member services department of your health plan now, and make the move to Bright Health Physicians.

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