Business Focus - August 2012 by Whittier Chamber

Business Focus There’s always something to smile about at Wake Up Whittier! Dentist David Warner and his wife and Whittier City Councilmember Cathy Warner talk teeth with fellow dentist Ramsey Ezaki during the monthly networking breakfast in July. Turn to PAGE 6 for more photos from the event

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Whittier Police Officer Diane Liberti guides an eager attendee through a very exciting fingerprinting experience at the Shop Local Showcase last month. Check out our special Shop Local centerfold on PAGES 10 & 11 for more photos from the event

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building relationships. For that reason, they put a premium on hiring only the most qualified individuals to serve on their team. ACRO prides themselves on being truly passionate about their work and take ownership of their clients’ projects as if they were their own, striving to deliver only the best every time. Staff members provide customers with options for everything from design to paper, to the ink and countless other variables important to helping clients meet their goals.

By Katie Galvin, Director of Public Relations

ere at the Whittier Chamber, we see all H kinds of marketing. People love to hand out everything from the generic postcard to bottled water, and plenty of pens, mugs and more. But who’s to say which method is the best, or more importantly, most effective? And who has time to put together fancy promotional pieces for every event? We know that one thing is for sure: businesses that fail to successfully market their services rarely keep their doors open. Here at the office, we spend most of our time promoting your products and/ or services and creating more buzz for your business via positive referrals and connections. However, as busy Chamber professionals, we too recognize the importance of effectively marketing our organization on-the-go and making sure that our message is received by our members and the community as a whole. Here are some quick tips to remind you on how to better market your business effectively and professionally: 1. Make it useful. Sure, everyone needs a wall calendar or a handy letter opener, but not 10. If you’re anything like me, I like to play favorites and usually have one specific item I prefer to use regularly. Don’t get lost in the pile! Some of the best marketing pieces I’ve run into were things I hadn’t seen before or things I could use in my everyday life, not just at the office but at home as well.

ACRO offers everything from A to Z; proof that quality service still exists By Katie Galvin, Director of Public Relations

f you’re from Whittier, chances are you’ve done business with ACRO Printing, Inc. Whether you’ve worked directly with them on your latest promotional items to brand your business, or the non profit you volunteer with used them for those fancy save-the-date cards you’re mailing out, it’s pretty hard doing business locally without running into something originally designed and produced by ACRO Printing, Inc.

When it comes to business communication services, ACRO has you covered. They’re your one-stopshop offering all of your printing needs under one roof and considered by many as “experts” when it comes to corporate identity pieces in particular. From A to Z, ACRO can customize just about anything with your logo or company identification. But that’s just the beginning. They can print your documents efficiently in both color and black & white, and they also have the capabilities of on-demand printing, which produce quality digital color and black & white pieces. These machines are connected to a computer network, thus they can move files to print as is or with personalized variable data. ACRO has always been on the leading edge of technology. They understand that an investment in technology can actually save money by improving Continued on page 16

LOCAL FAVORITE THE 6740 TURNS 15

ow many times have you found yourself enjoying some famous 6740 nachos or a delicious brew with a co-worker or friend? Too often to count? Well what you may not know is that that last month, our very own local pub, The 6740, celebrated their 15th year in business! According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), “Seven out of 10 new businesses survive at least 2 years, half at least 5 years, a third at least 10 years and a quarter stay in business 15 years or more.”

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First established in 1952, ACRO is a family-owned and operated full-service printing company located in the heart of Whittier’s Uptown district. Recognized as the “community printer” by many, ACRO is proud of the roots they have built within Whittier and many other surrounding cities. Not only are they known for their high-quality products and competitive prices, but for their overall company culture which is based on exceptional customer service and satisfaction.

With an old-fashioned service It has never been just about printing philosophy of “Your deadline is our for ACRO’s owner and leading lady schedule!” ACRO remains one of Bonnie Watje, who learned long ago Whittier’s longest running businesses. that they were really in the business of

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Congratulations are in order as The 6740 has managed to not only keep their doors open for business, but has also been an active member of the community for all those years. “Building a business doesn’t automatically mean instant success. Being a part of the greater Whittier community is about supporting each other. I want others to make money and watch them succeed too,” stated Mike Kachoeff, co-owner of the Uptown eatery.

What better way to celebrate our 15 years than to give back to 15 organizations that never stop giving to our community?

went back to funding programs like the Teen Center at the Boys and Girls Club or music tours and education for the kids at East Whittier Middle School.

Owners Mike, Dave and Audi have enjoyed the up and down journey of being business owners in Whittier. While it hasn’t always been rainbows and gumdrops, it has been quite the learning experience. With their – Mike Kachoeff 15 years in business, they have Playing such a role in the community learned a few things that kave kept means giving back and the “40” has them successful. done just that. For 15 days beginning Here are 15 keys to business success on July 15th, they gave 15% of all profits in honor of the 6740’s 15th birthday: made to a non-profit organization, eight of which are Whittier Chamber 1. You must have creativity, imagination and inventiveness. Just build the members including the Whittier Area guacamole, black bean and bell Literacy Council, LLC; The Whole Child; pepper chicken sandwich. Chances Whittier First Day Coalition; Spiritt are someone will like it! Family Services; Whittier Rio Hondo 2. Know your audience and treat them Aids Project; The Boys and Girls Club well. Customer service is KEY! of Whittier; Friends of the East Whittier Middle School Instrumental Music 3. Maintain a balance between work, play and family. Program; and the YMCA of Greater Whittier. 15% of every cheeseburger Continued on page 2

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2012-2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Sue Dean, Notary Signing Network Immediate Past President Ben Greer, GM Properties VP Administration & President-elect Bonnie Watje, ACRO Printing, Inc. VP Business Information Greg Gunter, Greg's Auto Body VP Community Affairs Heather Crawford, Prudential California Realty VP Finance Jeff Ball, Friendly Hills Bank VP Marketing Shannon Gimbel, Shannon G's Flowers VP Membership David Krake, Merrill Lynch VP Special Events Rudy Hernandez, RMH Dance & Productions

DIRECTORS Susie Ausdal, Union Bank Melanie Bickley, Whittier Brokers Ernie Ceja, Vinatero Wine Shop Eric Day, Credit Union Of Southern California Miguel Granados, Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary Ana Gutierrez, Whittier College Gary Lee Martinez, The Traveling Traveler Carolyn Reggio, CAPC, Inc. Gil Rodriguez, Coldwell Banker Alliance Realty Monique Rodriguez, Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital

STAFF Executive Directors Carol Crosby & Lyn Carty Director of Membership Jessica Schreiner Magdosku, Director of Public Relations Katie Galvin Event & Member Relations Coordinator Natalie Saenz 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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Hope you all are having a great summer! This has certainly been one of our busier summers here at the Whittier Chamber! We have so many great things happening, all of which are bringing us into the home stretch of summer and getting us ready for the busy fall season ahead. We successfully completed our first annual Shop Local Showcase held at the Whittwood Town Center last month. This was an achievement beyond our expectations as we had hundreds of table vendors and local residents come to stroll the center and learn about our local businesses, while they enjoyed music, raffle prize giveaways and tasty free food available to all! This will certainly be a continuing annual event for the Chamber and we thank all of our participants! Take a look at this month’s centerfold for photos from the event. It’s now time to prepare for our upcoming Annual Hathaway Golf Classic to be held at Friendly Hills Country Club on Monday, September 10. Sponsorships are coming in, golfers are signing up and the Chamber staff and Hathaway committee are preparing for another spectacular golf event! This is one of our largest and most celebrated events of the year, and now is the time to take advantage of the exceptional marketing benefits available at the tournament. The big golf ball drop is back again and is always a highlight of the afternoon. Not a golfer? Not a problem! Join us for the 19th Hole Mixer beginning at 4 p.m. for networking, awards and dinner! What else is new at the Chamber? For starters, take a look as you read through this month’s Business Focus. It is now bigger, better and in all color! The redesign and other new features are exciting advances in the Chamber’s monthly newspaper which provides the reminder to

INDEX President’s Massage ............. 2 Community Celebrations ........ 3 Mayor’s Message ................... 4 Wake Up Whittier ................... 6 What’s Cool in Your School ..... 8 Restaurant Row ..................... 9 Community Calendar ........... 13 Around Town................14 & 15 Tasty Tuesday ...................... 16 Renewing Members ............. 18 New Members ..................... 19

our monthly readers to “shop local” by keeping up with all our local businesses and community news. We are always working to grow our business community and this is just another great step in the right direction. Without missing a beat, the Chamber presents the monthly Wake Up Whittier networking breakfast to be held on August 15 hosted by Candlewood Country Club. If that’s not enough, we also have our Tasty Tuesday event this month at The 6740, a local favorite who just celebrated their 15th anniversary in Whittier! We are always looking for ways to support business success and growth, which is why the Chamber recently formed the Whittier Young Professionals Group. This is an opportunity for young professionals between the age of 21 to 40 (or young at heart!) to “connect, influence and inspire!” Come find out what it’s all about or contact the Chamber office for more details on how you or your staff can get involved in this progressive group of young professionals. We are thankful that this summer has been full of so many great opportunities to take advantage of like networking, gaining new leads and enjoying our community. It has also been a time to enjoy the beautiful California weather, our families and friends. I hope you’ve all enjoyed some of the lazy, hazy days of summer and are getting ready to gently roll into the fall season. Until next month... stay cool!

AUGUST 2012 The 6740 Continued from page 1 4. Network: Let everyone know how awesome you are… all the time! 5. Be persistent and don’t give up. Rome wasn’t built in a day. 6. Build a brand name - just do it! (We don’t have to tell you why, NIKE already did that) 7. Stay organized. 8. Do something you love. If you do what you love, the money will follow. 9. Believe in your people. If you hire the right people, they will always put their best foot forward and deliver the right message to your customers. 10. Make sure you have a financial plan. Good times come and go! 11. Use your resources: send information to the Whittier Chamber and the local newspaper. 12. Online and off, interaction leads to success. A recent study shows that, of the small to medium sized businesses found online, interactors, those very actively involved in use of the technology to further their business online, have been the most successful. 13. Listen to your customers - you want them to come back right? If you listen to them and deliver what they want, they will rave about you to all their friends. 14. Knowledge is power - educate your staff constantly. 15. Dream BIG… McDonalds started off with a simple hamburger. Look at where they are now! Cheers to co-owners Mike, Dave and Audi, and all of the staff at The 6740, on their big accomplishment. The restaurant is located at 6740 Greenleaf Ave. (get it?) in Uptown Whittier. Be sure to stop by for their Tasty Tuesday and special ribbon cutting ceremony on August 28th from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for lunch, drinks and plenty of celebrating!

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The team at Keller Williams Realty in Uptown Whittier gathered to celebrate with Chamber supporters during their official ribbon cutting and open house event last month

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City Of Whittier

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MAYOR'S MESSAGE Owen Newcomer

How are you enjoying the beautiful summer weather? The park summer concerts series is an opportunity to get out and enjoy the warm summer evenings. The series runs through August 16 with a U2 Tribute at Parnell Park. Concerts begin at 7 p.m. and instead of cooking dinner, come out and support the local food vendors. Please carpool and don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Visit the city website at www.cityofwhittier.org for the full concert schedule. Last month, the City Council approved a specific plan amendment for the Whittwood Town Center. The amendments will help the Town Center attract new retailers to address the existing vacancies in the food court area and the area east of the Vons market. With the update to the specific plan, the opening of The Habit Burger Grill this month, and the new Chipotle and Panda restaurants that opened a few months back, the Whittwood continues to do very well. The Quad shopping center is also doing well; in fact, their spaces are fully leased! You can expect to see a Yogurtland and a Verizon Wireless store open there in the coming months. Across from the Whittwood Town

Center at the northwest corner of Santa Gertrudes Avenue, Russell Street and Whittier Boulevard, Sprouts is now under construction! Congratulations to Sprouts and the entire development team on moving this project forward. It won’t be long before we are able to stroll the aisles of Sprouts Farmers Market looking for healthy, all-natural and organic groceries. New redevelopment law passed the state legislature in late June. Assembly Bill 1484 supersedes AB X1 26, which attempted to dissolve redevelopment agencies statewide. The city’s oversight board will have to jump through many bureaucratic hoops and audits, but hopefully within the next year we’ll be able to: • Retain property owned by the former redevelopment agency for future development; • Repay loans made by the city to its former redevelopment agency; and • Use pre-2011 bonds for the purposes for which they were sold. Whittier, like many cities across the country, continues to battle graffiti vandalism. This negative social trend has a significant impact on the quality of life for residents and businesses as it causes neighborhoods to look deteriorated and run down. Graffiti also tends to instill fear or cause persons to associate the graffiti with other criminal activity. To help combat graffiti, we use a "graffiti tracker" system where every piece of graffiti is photographed before it is removed and entered into a computer database so it can be used

Mondays - Central Park - 6532 Friends Ave. August 6 ...... Smooth ...... Sounds of Santana August 13....The Trip....Classic Rock & Roll Thursdays - Parnell Park - 15390 Lambert Rd. August 2 .... Abbey Road .... Beatles Tribute August 9 .... Stone Soul .... Motown August 16 .... L.A. vation .... U2 Tribute when we catch and prosecute the little "artists". Unfortunately, we spend over $300,000 per year to combat graffiti – and we’d love to spend these dollars on many other needs in the community. Some recommendations to help reduce the occurrence for being a target of graffiti are: • Illuminate the front of your business; • Add a surveillance camera or two to the front of the business; and • Install graffiti coating to exterior wall surfaces and anti-graffiti film to windows. We urge you to call our graffiti removal hotline at 567-9560 to report graffiti so it can be removed as quickly as possible.

Finally, you may be aware that Greg Nordbak resigned from the City Council for business reasons as of July 11. Registered Whittier voters are invited to apply for the open Council seat soon, as the city charter gives the Council just 60 days to appoint a replacement member. Thank you to Greg for his 18 years of dedicated service to the community—and for his gift of using humor at times to make some business discussions less painful, some policy decisions more productive, and all in all to make the work of the Council a bit more fun. We’ll miss you, Greg.

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City Of Whittier

UPDATE

City Council Funds Greenway Trail Fitness Equipment The Whittier Community Foundation presented the City of Whittier with $50,073 at the June City Council meeting to purchase and install outdoor exercise equipment for the Greenway Trail Fitness Project. The Fitness Project is the latest in a series of projects whose fundraising was spearheaded by the Foundation. This amount was supplemented by two grants from the Kaiser Foundation Hospitals; a $7,500 grant also presented at the meeting and a $15,000 grant received previously. In addition to receiving the funds for the project, City Council also awarded the contract for the purchase and installation of the equipment to Fleming Environmental for $72,573. The Foundation is continuing to seek additional corporate sponsorships to further enhance the Greenway Trail Fitness Project. According to Fran Shields, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, the Greenway Trail Fitness Project is a model example of how charitable foundations, the business community and local non-profit groups can work together for the benefit of the City and its residents, an important consideration in these strained financial times. The Foundation conducts fundraising year round through such

activities as the Paws 4 a Cause Dog 3K and Fashion Show, the Spooktacular 5K/Children’s Creepy Crawly Dash and the recently held, highly successful first annual “Dancing with the Whittier Stars,” which netted $30,000 to go toward this Greenway Trail project. “Sheri Bathhurst, Community Benefit Manager at Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center, has also been a strong support of health-related efforts in Whittier for many years,” Shields said. “She encouraged City staff to apply to Kaiser for funding to further the Greenway Trail Fitness Project.” “Ms. Bathhurst is also a board member for Activate Whittier, a group composed of various local agencies, including the City, to provide improving the health and wellness of our community, by providing better access to healthy foods and phsyical activity for our residents,” Shields said. The four locations for the equipment are: the Palm Park Trailhead; slightly east of Mar Vista Street near Whittier Boulevard; Lambert Road west of Calmada Avenue; and the corner of Lambert Road and Mills Avenue. This will allow access to the equipment along the entire length of the Trail and it is estimated that the equipment will be installed by the end of the summer.

Police department to host 29th Annual National Night Out On Tuesday, August 7 from 5 to 8 p.m., neighborhoods throughout Whittier are invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the “29th Annual National Night Out” (NNO) crime and drug prevention event. National Night Out, which is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch and co-sponsored locally by the Whittier Police Department, will involve over 10,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases around the world. In all, over 34 million people are expected to participate in ‘America’s Night Out Against Crime’ on August 7. National Night Out is designed to: (1) heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; (2) generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime efforts; (3) strengthen neighborhood spirit

and police community partnerships; and (4) send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. On August 7, residents in neighborhoods throughout Whittier and across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend the evening outside. All residents are encouraged to join the Whittier Police Department and your neighbors at Michigan Park in Whittier from 5 to 8 p.m. Festivities will include raffles and giveaways, free food & drinks, K9 demonstrations, the Tactical Entry Team, ride-a-longs, LACO Fire Department, a bounce house, rock wall, music and more. For further information, please contact Community Relations Officer Brad White at (562) 567-9208.

Hispanic Outreach Taskforce plans annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway

Whittier Community Foundation board members Chief Jeff Piper, Marlene Martel, Dr. Karen Dalton, Fran Shields, Bruce Lazenby, Sue Dean and Chris George present a check for over $50,000 to Whittier Mayor Owen Newcomer for fitness equipment on the Greenway Trail

The Hispanic Outreach Taskforce (HOT), in conjunction with the City of Whittier and core partners including the Whittier Police Department, City Councilmember Cathy Warner, Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital & Bright Health Physicians of PIH, Calvary Baptist Church/Whittier Christian School, Cornerstone Celebration Center Intl., SPIRITT Family Services, The Whole Child and other local businesses, will be hosting this year’s 5th Annual “Back to School Backpack Giveaway.” The event will be held on Saturday, August 18 from 10 a.m. to noon at John Greenleaf Park located at 7227 Whittier Ave. in Whittier. In addition to the backpack give away, HOT will have a health fair for youth and their families sponsored by Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital and Bright Health Physicians of PIH. There will be live entertainment, free hot dogs, beverages and chips for everyone in attendance. HOT would like to invite other local businesses, churches, community nonprofits, schools and city departments to join them as they “lock arms” to equip the children in our community with school supplies. There are a few booths available at press time. HOT is also looking for sponsors to help with the hot dogs and school supplies; any and all donations are welcome. Anyone interested in making a donation and/or participating in this year’s event is encouraged to contact James Arenas at (562) 789-0550 or (951) 5451270 for more information. HOT would like to thank the Whittier community and participating businesses for their continued support!

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WA K E U P W H I T T I E R at Credit Union of Southern California

Whittier Chamber Board member David Krake of Merrill Lynch welcomes prospective member Jeff Larsen with First American Title and Chamber member Richard Magdaleno with Magdaleno Financial Services to the monthly networking breakfast at Credit Union of Southern California

Credit Union of Southern California CEO Dave Gunderson (center) and his amazing staff went above and beyond to put together a fantastic Wake Up Whittier event for the Chamber

No need for an ice breaker game here! These Whittier Chamber ladies were off and networking before the morning program got started

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Easy Marketing Tips Continued from page 1 2. Stay consistent. The key to maximizing 7. Two words: social media. Managing your reach is by doing it right. So you’ve your company’s social media outlet got this great idea, but that’s just the can seem daunting, but maintaining first part. Once you put that plan into a consistent presence on websites motion, don’t stop. Marketing effectively like Facebook and Twitter will not only is about being proactive and consistent. reinforce your brand, but connect you Repeat exposure brings results. to your audience. Make sure to add 3. Focus on your local audience. Here in your social media information to your Whittier, we are very lucky to have such promotional items so people can easily an active business community where access your business via their favorite most of us are not only interacting with internet hot spots! our customers at the office, but also at 8. Get on your game face. Successful the gym, the school play or even our marketing isn’t just about business front yard. Remind your customers that cards and pocket organizers. getting to know them on a personal level Networking is by far one of the most and helping strengthen the community powerful marketing tools available. are important to you. People are likely The Chamber offers networking to invest in something they feel a opportunities at least two to three times personal connection to. a month at no cost to our members, 4. It pays to advertise. For some making it an ideal place to build and business owners, marketing is just nurture business relationships. Don’t about semantics. Your marketing forget, every member of your team budget shouldn’t just be viewed as an plays this role in your company, whether expense, but rather as an important it’s the VP or the first person to answer tool for retention and revenue. Those the phone, so make sure everyone is dollars are bringing in your customers putting their best face forward. so make sure you’re spending them 9. Like my grandmother always said, wisely! Like with any other method of “Dare to be different.” Remember advertising, it’s safe to say that those that the purpose of marketing is to grab who advertise monthly in our Business someone’s attention. Don’t just follow Focus newspaper see a much greater the norm, why not take a risk? You can ROI than our one-time-only advertisers. still be “professional” while stepping Successful branding takes time! outside the box and it’s a great way 5. Offer testimonials. We live in a society to make sure that your customer, where word-of-mouth can make or and perhaps the competition, will break your business. Offering up remember you. positive testimonials on your marketing 10. Keep it simple. There are so many pieces from satisfied customers can great suggestions when it comes to help your business stand out from the marketing and branding your business, crowd. Play up the great feedback and it’s okay to prefer one approach you’ve received and let people know over another. Just remember to keep about it! it simple and always add a personal 6. Proofread. I cannot tell you how many touch to everything you put out times I have picked up a promotional there. People love to feel special and item or marketing piece that had an something as simple as a hand written obvious misspelling or grammatical thank you note can sometimes make error and left it where I found it. Spell all the difference. Some may call it oldcheck exists for a reason! Proofread all fashioned, I just call it caring. your work before it goes to print because nothing hurts more than lost credibility over a misspelled word, ouch!

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$ TAX TIPS SIMPLE Retirement Plans and SIMPLE 401(k) Plans

Richard Scrivanich In addition to Simplified Employee Pensions (SEPs), which was discussed in last month’s Tax Tips article, there are other business retirement plans which are available for you to consider, such as the “SIMPLE” retirement plan: “savings incentive match plan for employees.” This type of plan is targeted at businesses with 100 or fewer employees, and is designed to offer greater income deferral opportunities than individual retirement accounts (IRAs), with fewer restrictions and administrative requirements than traditional pension or profit-sharing plans. Under a SIMPLE plan, any employee with compensation of at least $5,000 must be permitted to enter a “qualified salary reduction arrangement.” Under this arrangement, an employee can elect to have a percentage of compensation not in excess of $11,500 (in 2012) set aside in an IRA, instead of receiving it in cash. This maximum is indexed for inflation each year. Amounts taken out of the employee's salary and contributed to a SIMPLE IRA are not taxed to the employee until

withdrawn from the SIMPLE IRA. Early withdrawals may be subject to a 10% penalty (25%, if the withdrawal is made within the first two years). Under a qualified salary reduction arrangement, the employer must make “matching” contributions to the SIMPLE IRA. That is, the employer must make contributions to an employee's SIMPLE IRA in the same amount that the employer contributed under the employee's salary reduction election, up to 3% of the employee's compensation. For example, if an employee with compensation of $50,000 elects to have 10% of his pay contributed to the plan ($5,000), the employer must contribute an additional $1,500 (3% of $50,000). For these purposes, an employee's compensation is the amount reported on his Form W-2, plus the amount of elective deferrals (e.g., the amount of the salary reduction contributed to the SIMPLE IRA). But the matching contribution for the year cannot exceed $11,500 in 2012. This amount is indexed for inflation each year. If an employer wishes to contribute less than 3%, he can give employees proper notice and drop the contribution to as low as 1% of compensation, as long as this isn't done for more than two years out of the five-year period ending with the year of reduced contributions. Alternatively, instead of making “matching” employee contributions, the employer can simply contribute a flat 2% of “compensation” (limited to $250,000 for 2012, and as adjusted for inflation in following years), for every employee eligible to participate in the plan, whether the employee elects to reduce his salary or not. Special notice must be given to employees if the employer wishes to take this approach. Instead of adopting a simple retirement plan, an employer can set up a SIMPLE 401(k) plan. By making matching contributions (or 2% nonelective contributions) and

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satisfying rules similar to those for simple plans, SIMPLE 401(k) plans will be considered to satisfy the otherwise complex nondiscrimination test for 401(k) plans. The contribution rules for SIMPLE plans apply to simple 401(k) plans, except that if an employer adopts the matching contribution approach (instead of the flat 2% option), the maximum contribution percentage cannot be dropped below 3%. Unlike a SIMPLE plan, a SIMPLE 401(k) plan is part of a qualified plan, and is subject to the qualified plan rules. Contributions to SIMPLE 401(k) plans are not subject to the 15 percent limits on contributions to profit-sharing or stock bonus plans. SIMPLE plans have the advantages of simplified reporting requirements and the absence of the qualification rules prohibiting the plan from discriminating against lower-level employees. These advantages come with some obligations, such as the matching contribution

requirement. Additionally, to be eligible to adopt a SIMPLE plan, an employer must not contribute to, or accrue benefits under, any qualified retirement plan for services provided during the year (or in any year after the qualified salary reduction arrangement takes effect). But employers that maintain a plan for collectively bargained employees can maintain a SIMPLE plan for noncollectively bargained employees. A restriction similar to the “exclusive plan requirement” applies to SIMPLE 401(k) plans, but only for services provided by employees eligible to participate in the SIMPLE 401(k) plan. This may by a good time to reassess the retirement planning approach for your business. 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.

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The La Serna High School Class of 1967 was once again proud and honored to award their fourth Melvin E. Locke Honorary Scholarship at the Student Recognition Dinner and Senior Awards Program held at La Serna High School recently. The scholarship honors Melvin E. Locke, La Sernaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first principal, who led the school for 22 years. It was his unparalleled vision and dedication at La Serna that helped lay the foundation for the outstanding school La Serna has always been and remains today. It was also set up to â&#x20AC;&#x153;pay it forwardâ&#x20AC;? to a qualifying La Serna graduating senior and share the lasting spirit of the great Class of 1967. Stephanie Rogoff was this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipient and the fifth La Serna graduate to receive the scholarship. Stephanie was selected from 27 applicants by the members of the Scholarship Committee for her all-around scholastic abilities, attendance, community involvement, extra curricular activities and her plans to continue her education. Stephanie

will be attending Cypress Community College in the fall of 2012. Melvin Locke was at the dinner to personally congratulate Stephanie on her achievements and present her with a plaque and the Scholarship Award in his honor for $1,000. Also present to see Stephanie receive her award were Stephanieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother, stepfather and twin sister, Mrs. Locke and the Class of â&#x20AC;&#x2122;67 Scholarship Committee. Stephanieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name has also been added to the perpetual Melvin E. Locke Honorary Scholarship plaque, which is proudly displayed in the Principalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office at La Serna High School. The Class of 1967 would like to encourage all 2013 seniors to pick up an application, which outlines the qualifications to participate in next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scholarship award, or email classof1967scholarship@gmail.com. In this picture from L to R: Thoma Page, Maxine Berkowitz, Stephanie Rogoff, Melvin Locke, Bob Taylor, Tom Maxfield, Marsha Lozano and John Carrol, of the Scholarship Committee.

Tri-Cities Regional Occupational Program Offers Fall Classes This fall Tri-Cities ROP will be offering low cost, fee-based courses for adults at both Pioneer High School and the El Rancho Education Center located across the street from El Rancho High School on Passons Blvd. in Pico Rivera. Many TCROP classes prepare students for successful passage of State Board Certification tests, which can translate into a new or better job. All Tri-Cities ROP courses provide a Certificate of Competency listing skills that have been mastered in the class. This certificate is widely recognized by businesses and is a valuable tool for those seeking employment. Adult classes being offered include: Auto Brakes & Wheel Alignment, Digital Printing & Design, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Assistant Administrative, Medical Assistant Clinical (back office), Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification and Registered Dental Assistant. The top reasons to take TCROP classes are: 1) job training in less than 6 months for most classes; 2) industry recognized certificates from an accredited school; 3) internships at local businesses provide on-the-job training and the unique opportunity to get your foot in the door; 4) employability workshops provide preparation for confidence and success in a job search; 5) classes taught by State of California Credentialed teachers who have extensive experience in their field; and 6) low cost classes.

Adults may register for classes at the recently re-located TCROP offices now at Pioneer High School, 10800 E. Benavon St., Whittier, 90606. The TCROP phone number remains the same at (562) 608-9571 x 200. TCROP will also provide over 60 Career & Technical courses at six high school campuses this fall, as well as at the new Dental Clinic located at Pioneer High School. Additionally, Auto Brakes & Alignment, Administration of Justice Academy, Digital Printing & Design, Introduction to Dental Assisting and Nurse Assistant PreCertification, Principles of Landscaping & Recreation Leader will be offered for high school students after the traditional school day at various locations. Tri-Cities ROP is a non-profit public school that provides career-technical education to high school students and adults preparing for college and careers. Courses are designed to prepare an individual for employment in a specific field. Several of the courses offered at Tri-Cities ROP take less than 6 months to complete and include a community internship. For financial assistance, TCROP refers individuals to the local Partners for Progress WorkSource Center. For additional information, please visit TCROP.k12.ca.us online or call (562) 698-9571.

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Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary

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Networking opportunities around every corner at the Chamber’s Hathaway Golf Classic

olf tournaments can bring people throughout the community together like no other sporting event and the Whittier Chamber’s Hathaway Golf Classic is no exception. 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 popular contests and games. Whether you golf, volunteer or join us at the reception, you don’t want to

miss the 34th Annual Hathaway Golf Tournament taking place on Monday, September 10 at beautiful Friendly Hills Country Club. “Well over 150 business owners and community members will participate on the day of Hathaway,” stated Shannon Gimbel, Hathaway Golf Chair and owner of Shannon G’s Flowers. “The tournaments recurring theme is NETWORKING! We want our guests to leave feeling like they had the opportunity to meet new people and

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create new leads.” Golfers will play a team scramble format with awards being given in several flights including Callaway. Everyone is invited to join us, regardless of whether you are new to golf or are the next Rory McIlroy. Even if you don’t golf at all, there are still numerous ways to participate in the Hathaway Golf Classic.

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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’s how it works: purchase a numbered 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 prize. There will be chances to win additional cash prizes if your ball lands in one of the pre-set circles sponsored by Union Bank, The Quad, Southern California Edison, Orbit Event Rentals and Friendly Hills Bank. Purchase your Hathaway golf ball today – you could win $2,000! Balls can be purchased online at www.whittierchamber.com. Winners need not be present. The 34th 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 Store at www.whittierchamber. com or call (562) 698-9554.

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Whittwood Town Center has been an active Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce member for many years. During that time, the Chamber team has been very supportive and involved in assisting Whittwood Town Center’s retailers and restaurants by empowering them with countless member benefits to tailor any marketing budget. The Shop Local Showcase Expo, held at the Whittwood Town Center in July, was a perfect example of another successful Whittier Chamber event. We look forward to continuing our partnership with the Chamber to better serve our community.

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Harmony Center for Spiritual Living (12907 E. Bailey St.) for 3rd Annual Fine Art & Craft Fair coming in October. For more information contact Marilyn McCarty at mmc.caligal@yahoo.com or call (562) 440-6575

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Concerts in the Park Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd., Whittier), 7 to 8:30 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 567-9400 Abbey Road (Beatles Tribute) will perform

12th Annual Uptown Whittier Car Show Uptown Whittier (Greenleaf Ave. and Philadelphia St.), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. FREE and open to the public. Antique classic cars, awards, raffle prizes, music, 50/50 drawing and a 2012 Car Show Limited Edition T-Shirt included. Contact (562) 696-2662 for registration information

Aug 4 Reception for featured artist Robert Thome Whittier Art Gallery (8035 Painter Ave.,Whittier), 6 to 9 p.m. Contact (562) 698-9710 for more information Progressive Dinner Various Uptown Whittier restaurants, 4:45 to 9 p.m. $50 per individual. Proceeds to benefit SKILLS Foundation. Contact Toni Banuelos for more information at (562) 325-5620

Aug 6 Concerts in the Park Central Park (6532 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 to 8:30 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 567-9400 Smooth (the sounds of Santana) will perform (562) 945-9638 • 13301 Philadelphia St. • Whittier, CA 90601

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Ribbon cutting & grand opening Native Dreams (7255 Comstock Ave.), 4 p.m. FREE and open to the pubic. Support your fellow Chamber member and enjoy business networking. For information contact the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554

Aug 9 Concerts in the Park Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd., Whittier), 7 to 8:30 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 567-9400 Stone Soul (Motown) will perform

Aug 11 "Everyone at SoCal Post-Acute Care is very good at their jobs. I have enjoyed my stay here." - Janet Faust

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Food Truck Roundup & Flea Market Trinity Lutheran School (11716 Floral Dr. near Beverly), 3 to 8 p.m. FREE admission. Enjoy great food and purchase items from various vendors. For more information call (562) 699-7431

Aug 13 Concerts in the Park Central Park (6532 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 to 8:30 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 567-9400 The Trip (Classic Rock) will perform

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Wake Up Whittier Monthly Networking Breakfast Candlewood Country Club (14000 Telegraph Rd.), 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. FREE for Whittier Chamber members; $20 for non-members. Contact the Chamber office at (562) 698-9554 for more information

Aug 16 Concerts in the Park Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd., Whittier), 7 to 8:30 p.m. FREE. Contact (562) 567-9400 L.A. Vation (U2 Tribute) will perform “Caregiving for Memory Impaired Adults” Workshop Whittier Place Senior Living (12315 Burgess Ave.), 6 to 7:30 p.m. FREE & open to the public! Presented by the Program Director of A Day Away, Leslie Ciletti. Please RSVP to (562) 321-9401 to reserve a spot

Hispanic Outreach Taskforce’s 5th Annual “Back to School Backpack Giveaway” John Greenleaf Park (7227 Whittier Ave.), 10 a.m. to 12 noon. FREE admission. Health fair and lunch provided. Please contact HOT for more information at (562) 789-0550 Guest artist Nadine Risha Harmony Center for Spiritual Living (12907 E. Bailey St.), 7 to 9 p.m. Suggested donation $25. Proceeds benefit the “Raise the Roof” campaign to repair the roof at Harmony Center. For more information and reservations, please contact (562) 698-0341

Aug 24 Ribs 4 Kids Boys & Girls Club of Whittier (7905 Greenleaf Ave.), 4 to 6:30 p.m. $25 (feeds two) includes full rack of baby back ribs, potato salad and cheesy garlic bread and Coca Cola product. Place an order online at www.bgcw.org or contact Amanda Settlage at (562) 945-3787 x113

Aug 25 “Victory Fiesta” Summer Fundraiser The home of Ruth B. Shannon, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Reservations are $40 per person. Enjoy a homemade Mexican dinner, entertainment by Trio Chapala and a raffle drawing. Sponsored by the Whittier Republican Women Federated. Make checks payable to WRWF and mail to PO Box 16, Whittier, CA 90608. Contact Selma Minerd at (562) 696-1578 “Masquerade into Fashions” Fashion Show Fundraiser Whittier Elks Lodge (13620 Whittier Blvd.), 11 a.m. happy hour & lunch; 1 p.m. fashion show. Cost is $25 per person. For more information call Please call (562) 696-7117

Aug 28 Tasty Tuesday Monthly Networking Lunch The 6740 Restaurant (6740 Greenleaf Ave.) 11:30 a.m. $10 all-inclusive. Enjoy business networking, great food and learn more about the Whittier Chamber! Call (562) 698-9554 for more information

Aug 29 “Your Credit Score” Workshop Credit Union of Southern California (8028 Greenleaf Ave., Whittier), 6:30 to 8 p.m. FREE. Strengthen your credit knowledge and learn why your credit score matters. Discover simple tips on how to improve your score and build good credit. Contact Rebecca Burck at rburck@cusocal.org to reserve a seat and for more information

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AROUND TOWN Beverly Hospital awards 11 scholarships to employees

Whittier Elks Lodge to host charity fashion show event

The Beverly Hospital Guild recently presented eleven Beverly Hospital employees the William W. Wilkinson, MD Nurse Education Scholarship awards for furthering their careers in the field of healthcare. The William W. Wilkinson, MD Nurse Education Scholarship, established in 2001, was named for a beloved physician who dedicated his work to Beverly Hospital. The late Dr. W. W. Wilkinson was a graduate of the University of Michigan Medical School, who joined the medical staff at Beverly Hospital in 1958 and served as chief of the medical staff and as a member of the Board of Directors. He claimed three great loves: Beverly Hospital, his nursing career and education and the scholarship program. Twice a year a selection committee awards the scholarships to members of Beverly’s

Save the date for a special fashion show fundraiser event on Saturday, August 25 at the Whittier Elks Lodge located at 13620 Whittier Blvd. The theme of the event will be “Masquerade into Fashions” and it will begin at 11 a.m. with a Happy Hour and lunch to follow, and the fashion show will start at 1 p.m. The cost to attend is $25 per person. Fashions & commentary by Loretta Sandoval of L & M Fashions and Accessories. There will be a 50/50 drawing, door prizes and more! Reservations are now being accepted. Please call (562) 696-7117 to save your place as this is sure to be a sold out event.

staff wishing to pursue academic education, continuing education or specialized education within the nursing field. “I want to get my BA and knowing that I have financial assistance takes a burden off my shoulders. I’m happy that my job is about helping employees to better themselves,” commented Maria Walker, Nursing Administration Secretary. On hand to congratulate the recipients were Carlos Haro, PhD., Chairman of the Board and Kathy Schlotz, Foundation President. The Beverly Guild continues to be a major contributor to this education fund. To date, the hospital Foundation and Guild has honoured 151 recipients and awarded $133,450 to recipients.

Women’s service club welcomes new members this month Soroptimist International of Whittier invites all women to join them Tuesdays at noon for networking, lunch and to learn more about how they can better serve their community. Lunches are planned at various local restaurants throughout the month of August. Attend the networking luncheon to learn more and become part of an active and fun group of dedicated women. Members join for the service and stay for the friendships! For more information or to RSVP, call Dr. Yani Feliciano at (562) 698-1275 or visit Soroptimist International of Whittier online at www.siwhittier.org.

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Pictured with scholarship recipients are Kathy Schlotz, Foundation President (far left) and Carlos Haro, PhD., Chairman of the Board (far right)

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Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital will be honored by the Boys & Girls Club of Whittier at their 38th Annual Gala Auction on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at the Friendly Hills Country Club. The 4th annual Lee Owens Award will be presented to PIH for their dedication and commitment to the health and well-being of our community’s children. “We are honored to have such a strong partnership with PIH. Their belief in our mission and willingness to invest in our kids’ futures has made this Club an even stronger resource for our community and for our more than 1,600 members,” shared Carl Cheffers, President. Proceeds from the 38th Annual Gala Auction will be used to support the on-going daily operations of the Boys & Girls Club of Whittier. “In these difficult economic times, the Boys & Girls Club of Whittier is taking a proactive leadership role to ensure the health of our children today (academically, physically and emotionally) and the continued strength of our community tomorrow,” commented Samantha Ridout, Executive Director. BGCW’s Gala Auction is open to the community and tickets, sponsorships and/or advertisements may be secured by contacting the Boys & Girls Club of Whittier at (562) 945-3787 x113.

Patriotic celebrations took place throughout our nation over the Independence Day weekend, and the celebration was especially significant for the city of Whittier since one of its own, Miguel Cosio of Team Warriors MMA Academy, became the Heavyweight Muay Thai Kickboxing Champion of the World. Cosio was preselected to represent the United States of America, in a U.S.A. vs. Mexico Muay Thai Kickboxing Competition held last month. The competition, promoted by the International Kickboxing Association (I.K.B.A.), took place on Saturday, July 7 in Tijuana, Mexico. The bouts were scheduled for five five-minute rounds with the winner titled the new heavy-weight world champion. Miguel Cosio was victorious over Mexico’s competitor by way of knock

out during the first minute of the second round. The win is a hard earned victory for Cosio who, during this time, faced challenges while opening a new location for his community gym while training for the life changing fight. However, bringing home the International Championship belt was well worth the journey for Cosio. The I.K.B.A. Championship belt is on display inside Cosio’s home school, the Team Warriors MMA A c a d e m y, w h i c h i s l o c a t e d a t 16525 Whittier Blvd. in Whittier. In honor of his international victory, Cosio will also be giving private kickboxing lessons, as well as advanced classes. To schedule an appointment with Team Warriors, please call (562) 943-1500.

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AROUND TOWN Friends Chiropractic offers “Friends Helping Friends” summer special

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Friends Chiropractic has been in practice in Whittier for 25 years. They make it their priority to find out exactly what ails you and fix it so you can have a great life free from pain and limitations. They believe you should live life to the fullest and want to help you achieve wellness quickly, painlessly and naturally. During the month of August, Friends Chiropractic is pleased to announce the “Friends Helping Friends” special to new clients. Just mention the “Friends Helping Friends” special and receive a free consultation and ProAdjuster screening. If you choose to have other services that same day, such as a complete examination and/or x-rays, those services will be priced at 25% off per service. Call Dr. Yani Feliciano at (562) 698-1275 for more information or to schedule a free consultation. Friends Chiropractic will also offer Yoga classes on Wednesday nights at 6:30 pm. All levels are welcome! Learn how Yoga can help you increase your flexibility, improve your range of motion, enhance your posture and much more. Bring a yoga mat or one will be provided for you. Certified Instructor: Rebecca Merlino. Friends Chiropractic is located at 6736 Friends Ave. in Whittier. Call (562) 698-1275 to reserve a spot. Cost: voluntary donation.

Marilyn Neece has been hired as the new Executive Director for the Intercommunity Counseling Center. Neece is the first full-time executive director at ICC since 2009. The counseling center is well into a strategic growth plan to serve the burgeoning need for mental health services in the greater Whittier area and allow the organization to be financially sustainable. “The investment in a full-time executive director was the first step in this Boardinitiated financial turnaround,” said Mary Ann Gilbert, ICC Board President and owner of Whittier Hearing Center. “We expect Marilyn to help us be more effective, serve more clients and have a greater impact on the mental wellbeing of our community, in a financially sustainable operation. In fact, as our transitional executive director, Marilyn has already strengthened our Board, expanded our collaborative efforts and increased our fundraising.” A Whittier resident for 43 years, Ms. Neece has more than 25 years of nonprofit management and fundraising experience. Prior to her appointment at ICC, Ms. Neece was a professional interim executive and development director with The Third Sector Company in Long Beach. She has been the transitional executive director for ICC since September 2011 and has also held positions at Claremont Graduate University, Whittier College and the University of Southern California. Ms. Neece began her nonprofit management career with the Whittier Uptown Association in 1985, followed by four years as manager of the Pico Rivera Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Neece holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Whittier College and an MBA from the University of Southern California. “I am honored to be a part of this remarkable organization and to assist the Board in contributing to the mental well-being of our community,” Neece commented. “It’s an important time for ICC as the Board is committed to

Local art gallery to host reception and exhibit for acclaimed artist in August The Whittier Art Gallery, located at 8035 Painter Ave., will host internationally acclaimed artist Robert Thome this month. This will be his 6th exhibition with the gallery and his exciting work is always enthusiastically received. Robert is a lifetime member of the International Mouth and Foot Painting Association. The show will run from August 1 through August 26 and the reception is August 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. The public is invited to attend. For more information on gallery hours and events, call (562) 698-9710.

Whittier Chamber member honored as 60th District Veteran of the Year State Assemblyman Curt Hagman was proud to introduce to the California State Assembly Mr. Chuck Morse as his 60th District Veteran of the Year. Each year the Assembly selects a veteran that resides in the district that has had a distinguished military career or has significantly contributed to the community. Charles Morse served in the US Army (Spc-3) from July, 1954 through September of 1956. He received the European Occupation, Good Conduct and Sharpshooter medals and was a member of the 7888 Special Troops, G-2 Intelligence stationed in Heidelberg, Germany. Since being discharged, Chuck moved from his hometown of San Bernardino to the City of La Habra some fifty years ago. He is the former Executive Director of the La Habra Community Foundation and has been very active both personally and professionally in the community as a member of the LH Host Lions Club, the La Habra Business

Connection and several Chambers of Commerce. Presently he is organizing a committee to bring the traveling Vietnam Wall to La Habra in 2013 and is a member of the American Legion Post 267 in La Habra. One of his proudest accomplishments is the continued news coverage and viewers he receives each Memorial and Veterans Day at his La Habra home for his display of the "Gathering of the Crosses" honoring the men and women from Orange County who have died in Iraq and Afghanistan. This year there were 70 crosses on this front lawn, each containing a short bio and photo of the deceased. Chuck states," I really hope I don't have to make any more.” Assemblyman Hagman stated “Veterans like Chuck have made the sacrifice for each American family. This award is given to him this year, but the honor symbolizes all those that have served, and continue to serve, our great nation.”

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growing ICC’s impact and creating a financial sustainable operation.” Since 1976, ICC has provided affordable, professional counseling to those in need. ICC serves the greater Whittier community’s mental health and well-being by providing individual, marriage and family counseling, classes in anger management and cooperative parenting, workshops and support groups. In addition, ICC partners with several other area nonprofits who serve our community’s low-income and less-insured residents to provide mental health education and counseling at partners’ sites. ICC continuously explores collaborative partnerships to provide a comprehensive tapestry of care by being present with mental health support services in the same place their clients get their family’s food, medical care, child care, education and general community assistance. ICC also continues to excel in developing the professional counselors of tomorrow through a training program for Masters and Pre-doctoral level students. The professional alumni of ICC’s training program over the last twenty years are now in practice across the United States and in Germany and Switzerland. For more information on Intercommunity Counseling Center, please call (562)

Marilyn Neece, Executive Director Intercommunity Counseling Center

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Whittier Place Senior Living wants to help you gain a better understanding of the normal aging process, dementia and behavioral management, creation of safe and supportive environments, therapeutic activities, personal care and community resources through an upcoming monthly workshop taking place on Thursday, August 16. Presented by the Program Director of A Day Away, Leslie Ciletti, this workshop is free and will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Whittier Place, 12315 Burgess Ave. in Whittier. Please RSVP to (562) 321-9401 by Tuesday, August 14 to reserve a spot for this very informative workshop.

Annual car show comes to Whittier; registration now open The 12th Annual Uptown Whittier Car Show will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2012 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free, family event is open to all car makes and models. Sign up online and take advantage of the $30 online special. Find out about a special group rate at www.whittieruptown.org or call (562) 696-2662 for more information.

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at Fenix 5-4 efficiencies and are Mac and PC compatible, utilizing most software to create and accept files. Customers can also upload files on their own via ACRO’s user-friendly website (www.acroprinting.com), along with a request to print. Their highly-trained graphic designers always assist clients with digital files before they go to print, usually catching things a client could miss or offering up new and creative ideas. Whether your documents warrant a new look or an update, the ACRO team is capable of meeting your demands and exceeding your expectations. ACRO Printing, Inc. is located in Uptown Whittier at 13301 Philadelphia St. and their business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Whether you’re about to print a set of personalized business cards, brochures for your organization or even your next party invitation, ACRO promises to listen to you and help you achieve your goals. They are always there with honest, expert advice and quick, friendly customer service. For more information on ACRO Printing, please call (562) 945-9638 or visit their website at www.acroprinting.com.

Three’s a crowd! These Whittier Chamber members took a break from their bites to say cheese

Would you like to see your business featured as our front Page Member Spotlight? Contact Katie for more information at (562) 698-9554 The amazing and friendly staff at Fenix 5-4 served up some delicious entrees for the Whittier C h a m b e r ’ s Ta s t y Tu e s d a y event in June

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Who Cares? Caregiving for Memory Impaired Adults Through this event, our hope is to help you gain a better understanding of the normal aging process, Dementia and behavioral management, creation of safe and supportive environments, therapeutic activities, personal care, and community resources. Presented by Leslie Ciletti, Program Director at A Day Away

Thursday, August 16th, 2012 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. No cost to attend • Refreshments will be served Please RSVP by Tuesday, August 14th to reserve your spot! (562) 321-9401

Whittier Chamber members got a chance to mix n’ mingle during the monthly networking lunch while gaining new business leads and enjoying an exclusive menu from the popular Uptown eatery

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