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PULSE BEAT Paramount Chamber of Commerce (paramountchamber.com) • Serving the community since 1947 • June 2021

fter all the dismal months of social distancing because pandemic—which of the pandemic included cancellation of our tournament—it 2020 golf tournament was both a relief and a delight to see the 117 golfers who came out on May 17 to support the Paramount Chamber of Commerce at our Annual Golf Classic, held this year at the Los Coyotes Country Club in Buena Park. This tournament is the Chamber’s biggest fundraiser each year, and we’re very grateful for the participation of all those who enjoyed playing golf, eating excellent food, winning prizes and, perhaps best of all, sharing some muchmissed camaraderie. We especially thank Carlton Forge Works, our returning major sponsor, and our other generous sponsors shown on page 4, as well as our invaluable vendors and volunteers who helped make this event such a success. Funds raised from the Golf Classic will make Chamber of Commerce memberships more affordable to local businesses and will help the Chamber keep providing so many valuable services—including our Business Resource Center, free business counseling at the Chamber Office by the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the Pulse Beat, our local Business Directory, access to referrals and numerous networking and educational events each year. A portion of event proceeds will go to Paramount Education Partnership to sponsor scholarships for continuing education for local students. Please see additional information and photos on page 4.

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Golf Classic

Our scramble-style tournament was a great success! Congratulations to the winning team from Scarrott Metallurgical (above, left to right): Thomas Abrego, Brian Scarrott, Ray Hofer and Logan Hofer. Second place went to the Transcom Telecommunications team (below, left): Nick Torres, Alex Berg, Ben Berg and Jimmy VanZandt (not shown). The third place team was from Tax Solutions Center (below, right): Joe Mendoza (shown), Edwin Medina and Ted Vizcarra.

Tony Manos (Domino’s), presents the major prize he donated, a Taylor Made bag and full set of clubs, to lucky winner Omar Camacho.

Aji Verde Peruvian Restaurant served an array of food and drink from their restaurant at a “Tasting Tee” on the course; shown are (above, left to right) Karla Cortez, Nicole Escalante, Andrea Cortez and Stephanie Escalante, all family members in the business. Other Tasting Tee and vendor table sponsors were Café Corleone Italian Restaurant, Marisco Mi Lindo Sinaloa, Marukan Vinegar USA, New York Life Insurance Franco Agency and Dixon Golf.

Below, left to right: Nicole Murray of World Energy Paramount (our Mystery Prize Sponsor), Chamber President Alicia Valadez (Northgate Gonzalez Markets) and Chamber Executive Director Barbara Crowson.

Raffle prize winner Joe Redfern (above) from Carlton Forge Works won an Instant Pot that was donated by Marukan Vinegar USA. Enjoying a delicious barbeque dinner after golfing (above, left to right): James Chowtham, Alec Groth, Joe Redfern (Carlton Forge Works), Jose Baca (Skillset Group), Paramount Mayor Brenda Olmos (AppleCare Medical Management), Margaret Garcia-Alarcon (Paramount Unified School District) and Clint Armstrong (Skillset Group). R.D. McDonnell (below, left) shows his gift card to Aji Verde Peruvian Restaurant while Dr. Russell Chang looks on.

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Dr. Max Martinez won a summer hammock in the raffle.

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June 2021

Sign the kids up for Summer Day Camp The City of Paramount Summer Day Camp is a youth program that offers youngsters a chance to enjoy a wide variety of organized and supervised sports, crafts and other activities in a safe, fun and educational environment. Summer Day Camp runs from June 14 through August 6. Enrollment is limited, so sign up soon. Children six to eight will be at the Mariposa Center in Progress Park. Kids nine to 12 will meet at the Paramount Park Gym. The Summer Day Camp program will follow all Los Angeles County Public Health Department COVID-19-related guidelines. Here are enrollment details: • Participating ages: 6 to 12. • Resident fee: $90 per week.

ake part in Explore Paramount’s Receipts for Rewards program!

• Non-resident fee: $115 per week.

Step 1: Shop in Paramount and save your receipts.

• $10 discount per additional sibling enrolled per week.

Step 2: Submit your receipts online at ExploreParamount.com or at the Chamber of Commerce office, 15357 Paramount Blvd., once you have $50 or more in purchases (collectively or one purchase). Step 3: The Chamber will hold a weekly drawing to award one lucky shopper with a gift card to a favorite Paramount business. Visit mobile-friendly ExploreParamount.com. (Related story on page 6.)

• Hours of operation: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call (562) 220-2121.

Air filter rebates If you are a Paramount resident and have purchased certain indoor air purifiers and HVAC filters, you may qualify for a rebate from the City. Air purifiers must be “True HEPA” room-based units (reimbursement up to $100). Household HVAC filters must have a MERV value of 13 (up to $50 rebate). A one-time rebate is available per household for an air purifier unit OR an HVAC filter. An online application must be submitted with a copy of the receipt within 60 days of purchase.

Give input on housing and health in Paramount The State of California requires that all local governments adequately plan to meet the housing needs of everyone in the community by adopting Housing Elements as part of their General Plans. The State also requires that certain cities incorporate environmental justice policies into their General Plans. The Housing Element must be updated in eight-year cycles. Paramount’s update is currently underway. The City is also working on its first Environmental Justice Element to address goals, policies, and objectives to ensure that everyone has a healthy environment in which to live, learn and work. The success of the Housing Element update requires extensive community engagement and input. Please take part in a community survey to give your thoughts. You can find a link in a story in the News List at paramountcity.com. For more information, please contact the Planning Department at (562) 220-2036.

FEMA funeral assistance is available If you have lost a loved one to COVID-19 and incurred funeral expenses, you can apply for financial help through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Program. To be eligible for funeral assistance, you must meet all of these FEMA-established conditions: • The death must have occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia. • The death certificate must indicate the death was attributed to COVID-19. • The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national or a qualified non-citizen who incurred funeral expenses after January 20, 2020. Eligible applicants can call FEMA’s Funeral Assistance Line at (844) 684-6333 / (TTY) (800) 462-7585, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., or visit FEMA.gov for additional information.

For more details, or to apply, visit paramountcity.com/services/ rebate-programs. Call (562) 220-2036 with questions.

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Golf ClassicSponsors [Continued from page 1]

Event Sponsor:

Cart Sponsor:

CARLTON FORGE WORKS

IFW Quality forgings Since 1929 • A PCC Company

Lunch Sponsor:

Longest Drive & Closest-to-Pin Sponsor:

Awards Sponsor:

Gift Bag Sponsor:

WaveFront Technology, Inc. Major Prize Sponsor:

Sam Kotob Agency

Bar Cart Sponsor:

Beverage-on-Green Sponsor:

Tasting Tees Sponsors:

Sponsor of Mystery Prize (over $400 value):

Silent Auction Items:

PERUVIAN RESTAURANT Downey, California

Portion of Proceeds to: Paramount Education Partnership will receive a portion of the proceeds to sponsor scholarships for continuing education.

Golf Hole Sponsors Signature Events brought a variety of collectible items for our silent auction, including signed photos and basketballs from Kobe Bryant and Lebron James, a baseball signed by Clayton Kershaw, footballs signed by Peyton Manning and Lamar Jackson, as well as other great sports memorabilia.

Super Tee Signs from Carlton Forge Works, ACE Clearwater Inc., Marukan Vinegar USA, Weber Metals, Gus’s Deli BBQ & Grill, Barnhart Crane and Rigging, Raza Gold Company and Chang Orthodontics. Regular Tee Signs from Press Forge, AppleCare Medical Management, Total-Western, Scott Metallurgical Company, Transcom Telecommunications, CalMet Services Inc., Domino’s, Dr. Max B. Martinez (DDS, FAGD, FACD), Bodycote Thermal Processing, State Farm Galli Agency, Para Latino Medical Center, Enterprise Fleet Management, Mattco Forge Inc. and West Coast Arbor. Silent Auction & Raffle Prize Donations

Embassy Suites–Downey, Los Coyotes Country Club, Parmaount Resource & Recycling, Farmers Insurance Wolff Agency, Advocates for Family Unity, Transcom Telecommunications, Marukan Vinegar USA, ACE Clearwater Inc., WaveFront Technology, LGH Ceramics, Café Corleone Italian Restaurant, Casa Gamino Mexican Restaurant, Frank J. Zamboni Company, Aji Verde Peruvian Restaurant, CalHomes Realty, 369 Marketing, The Comeback Barbershop, On The Mark Digital Advertising, Herald’s Garage and 3G Investments. Vendor Table & Tasting Tee Sponsors

Café Corleone Italian Restaurant, Aji Verde Peruvian Restaurant, Marukan Vinegar USA, Marisco Mi Lindo Sinaloa, New York Life Insurance Franco Agency and Dixon Golf.

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Public Safety P E P TA L K City of Paramount • Paramount USD • Paramount Chamber of Commerce

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nly Safe and Sane fireworks are allowed in the City of Paramount for the Fourth of July celebrartion. All others—including bottle rockets, cherry bombs, firecrackers and M80s—are illegal.

• Safe and Sane fireworks can be set off anywhere in Paramount on July 3 and July 4 only. Setting them off on any other date can result in a $250 fine. • You must be 16 years or older to buy Safe and Sane fireworks. • Violation of these restrictions, and use or possession of illegal fireworks, can result in a fine up to $2,000. • Violation of these restrictions, and sales of illegal fireworks, can result in a fine up to $5,000. Please clean up after the fun so the streets of Paramount aren’t left in a mess. For more information, call (562) 220-2002.

Alerta Fuegos Artiﬁciales

olo los fuegos artificiales “Safe and Sane” son permitidos en Paramount. Todos los otros—como cohetes que vuelan al aire, o cohetes tronadores y M80s—son ilegales.

For more information, see CityScape on page 15

Education Month honors Paramount students, teachers

he City of Paramount celebrates Education Month in June each year. In normal times, students and teachers are invited to the first City Council meeting in the month to be recognized.

Although public meetings are getting closer to opening up, the June 8 City Council meeting will still be virtual and those honored will not be in attendance. The following will be highlighted: • Teachers of the Year from each campus of the Paramount Unified School District. • The Valedictorian and Salutatorian from Paramount High School – Class of 2021. • Top 25 Paramount High Academic Students – Class of 2021.

• Los fuegos artficiales “Safe and Sane” pueden ser encendidos los días 3 y 4 Julio. El encenderlos cualquier otro día puede resultar en una multa de $250.

• Top 5 Paramount High Volunteer Students – Class of 2021.

• Deberá tener 16 años de edad o más para poder comprar fuegos artificiales “Safe and Sane.”

To see a list of the first five categories, please see CityScape on page 15. Scholarship winners were listed in last month’s CityScape.

• La violación de cualquiera restricción, o el uso o posesion de los cohetes ilegales, puede resultar en una multa de $2,000. • La violación de cualquiera restricción, y venta de cohetes ilegales, puede resultar en una multa de $5,000. Para más información, favor de llamar al (562) 220-2002.

Catalytic converter theft suspects arrested

n response to the wave of catalytic converter thefts throughout the region, investigative work by the Paramount Sheriff ’s Detective Bureau and Special Assignment Officers (SAO) led to the apprehension of a 34-year-old male and 25-year-old female from Long Beach who are accused of stealing a catalytic converter in Paramount. After the arrests, the SAO Team executed a search warrant at the Long Beach residence and recovered several reciprocating saw blades of the type commonly used to cut catalytic converters off vehicles within seconds. A further records check revealed that both suspects are also under investigation by a local law enforcement agency for several such thefts in the South Bay area. Congratulations to our team for this excellent work, which should help curb the ongoing threat of catalytic converter thefts in our town.

• Top 5 Paramount High Momentum Students – Class of 2021. • PEP Scholarship winners.

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Washing your car can pollute the ocean and even result in fines and lawsuits

NO WASTE! Some storm drains have markings like this:

Drains to ocean

Did you know that there are very serious DOs and DON’Ts when it comes to washing your car? Paramount is one of many cities in Los Angeles County and Orange County that have for years been under a court order to protect storm drains from pollutants that can enter and damage rivers and the ocean. This court order stemmed from a lawsuit filed by numerous environmentalist groups. The soapy runoff from washing cars and trucks in driveways can contain chemicals that harm the environment. When they flow into gutters and then into storm drains that reach the ocean and other waterways, the City of Paramount can be liable for large fines from regional enforcement agencies as a result of that lawsuit. The risk is real. Environmental groups constantly monitor storm drain discharges. If we aren’t vigilant and pollutants get through, cities like Paramount can be sued. Paramount residents are encouraged to take their vehicles to professional car wash businesses, which are required to have devices that capture runoff. They also usually recycle their water. Car washes in parking lots or mobile car wash services are not allowed in Paramount and many other cities. For more information, please visit the Public Works Department page at paramountcity.com and look for “Stormwater” on the left side of the page. Thanks for your cooperation and understanding.

‘Receipts for Rewards’ program now underway

n the photo at the right, Barbara Crowson, Executive Director of the Paramount Chamber of Commerce, presents a gift card to Boris Bukvic, the first winner in the new “Receipts for Rewards” program recently launched by the City of Paramount and the Chamber as part of the Explore Paramount initiative that’s designed to incentivize and encourage patrons to experience all aspects of the many unique dining and shopping opportunities that Paramount has to offer. Boris won his gift card by shopping in Paramount and saving his receipts. After he had accumulated receipts totaling $50, he submitted them, and his name was entered in a weekly drawing—which he won!

RECEIPTS for REWARDS

You can submit your receipts online at ExploreParamount.com (which is mobile-friendly), or you can just drop them by the Chamber of Commerce office at 15357 Paramount Blvd. In addition to “Receipts for Rewards,” Explore Paramount offers an e-gift card platform that showcases all types of local businesses (not just restaurants and traditional retail), as well as the “Paramount Al Fresco” program for safe outdoor dining. Learn more at ExploreParamount.com.

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Please see related Explore Paramount stories on pages 3 (From the Mayor’s Desk) and 6 (‘Receipts for Rewards’ program now underway)

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Paramount Chamber of Commerce

member-to-member discounts As a Paramount Chamber of Commerce member, these discounts are extended to you by your fellow members. Visit the following businesses to receive the discounts listed below. But remember, these offers are available only to Paramount Chamber members! Attorney & Legal Services

Funeral Services

Lerma Law Office (562-272-4353): 15% discount on initial retainer fee or flat-rate service.

Palacios Funeral Home (562-972-5429): 5% off services. Hotels & Motels

Automotive

Casa Gamino (562-634-6225): 10% discount on food purchases.

Embassy Suites Hotel (562-861-1900): 15% off best available room rate (subject to availability). Ask for “Chamber rate.”

Delfin Seafood & Market (562-630-1928): 10% off any order.

Insurance

El Compa Restaurant (562-630-1068): 10% discount on all food purchases.

Herald’s Garage (562-633-2136): 15% discount on labor and a free engine light reset. Beauty Family Cutz (562-408-2733): $3 off regular haircut, 10% off color service. Marali Beauty Salon (562-964-1126): Free haircut & treatment with purchase of any chemicals. Communications Transcom Telecommunications (562-630-1200, ext. 221): 10% off equipment (business phone services). Contractors H1 Floor Covering (424/785-5551): 15% off first visit. Jones Scaffold Co. (800-266-3864): 10% off net rental of scaffold equipment.

2000 Insurance Service (562-602-0001): 25% off new business. Medical Clínica Médica Hispana (562-630-1991): 25% discount. Lakha Medical Clinic (562-602-8877): Alena Skin Care–Free consultation. Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center (562-865-9600)–10% off any laser or cosmetic surgery procedure.

Casa Adelita (562-408-2360): 10% off (may not be combined with other specials).

Gus’s Deli, BBQ & Grill (562-630-2802): 10% off all food purchases. Mariscos Alas (562-633-1348): 10% Chamber member discount. 15% discount for law enforcement & City employees. Mariscos El Perihuete (562-408-1661): 10% off on food purchases over $10.

Plumbing & Heating

Mariscos Mi Lindo Sinaloa #1 (562-529-5110): 10% discount on all food purchases.

Downey Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning (562-861-1234): 10% off HydroJet service and/or 10% off material.

Pika Tortas Ahogadas (562-529-5787): 10% discount on all regular-priced food items (excludes combo deals).

Production (Events)

El Sinaloense Restaurant (562-363-3011): 10% off on food purchases.

Data Base Services

YSL Production (323-490-6315): 20% any event services: Sound, lighting, stage, LED video, wall & truss equipment.

NEXTSTEP (877-305-6932): Free needs analysis and special Chamber member discount rate.

Printers

One Coat Roof Seal LLC (833-232-8121): 20% off each can.

Dental

Source Graphics, Inc. (562-408-2734): 10% discount on all printing.

Wellness & Health

Paramount Dental Care (800-266-3864): Free whitening. Free exam. Free cancer screening.

Real Estate

Spiritual Quest (877-535-2267): 50% off salt lamps only.

GM Properties (562-696-0200): 5% of gross commissions on closed deals will be sent to the charity of our choice in your name. Ask for Matt.

Enagic (562-833-3823): Free ionized alkaline water.

Penta Pacific Properties (562-699-1922): Free market value opinions on commercial and industrial properties.

Wholesalers & Distributors

Financial Services SG Tax Services (562-630-4004): $25 off tax preparation for Chamber members and their employees. Vicky Professional Services (562-634-1178): 20% off bookkeeping and accounting service.

The R.M. Cool Company (562-630-6000): Ask about preferred pricing for Chamber members.

Flowers

Restaurants

Diana’s Flowers (562-529-5045): Free local delivery and free balloons.

Café Corleone (562-408-6100): 10% discount on all food purchases.

Pulse Beat available only online until further notice In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Board of Directors of the Paramount Chamber of Commerce has decided to suspend hard-copy printing and distribution of the Paramount Pulse Beat until further notice. However, the full text of each new Pulse Beat will be available online each month on the Paramount Chamber of Commerce website at paramountchamber.com. If you would like to have a printed copy of the Pulse Beat, contact us and we can mail it to you, or you can pick it up at the Chamber office. If you have questions, please call the Chamber of Commerce at 562-634-3980. We at the Chamber thank you for your continued support and understanding during these difficult times for our community, and we will keep you informed about our future plans for the publication.

Roofing

Rayvern Lighting Supply, Inc. (562-634-7020): 5% off fixtures and ballast orders (commercial distributor of lighting and fixtures).

To add your business to this section, please call the Paramount Chamber of Commerce for information: 562-634-3980.

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7300 Alondra Blvd., Suite 201A Paramount, California 90723 562-372-1382 • 562-633-6588

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EMPLOYMENT

Membership RENEWALS We’re very grateful that the businesses below have renewed their Paramount Chamber of Commerce memberships, making our valuable services possible.

Press Forge Company.................................................37 years 7700 Jackson St., Paramount, CA 90723

Top Line Manufacturing.............................................37 years 7032 Alondra Blvd., Paramount, CA 90723

Lions Club of Paramount..............................................31 years P.O. Box 1100, Paramount, CA 90723

California Screw Products.........................................26 years P.O. Box 228, Paramount, CA 90723

Bianchi Paramount Theatres.....................................22 years 7900 All American City Way, Paramount, CA 90723

Hunt Industrial Properties........................................22 years 10001 Artesia Blvd., Paramount, CA 90723

Bianchi Paramount Theatres.....................................22 years 7900 All America City Way, Paramount, CA 90723

OPPORTUNITIES EPOXY COATING LABORER—Long-term, full-time (40+ hours per week). Will train. Install various flooring systems for commercial and industrial projects. Perform tasks involving physical labor; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods. Operate equipment (as instructed). Techcoat Contractors, 15720 Garfield Avenue, Paramount, CA 90723. Contact: Brenda or Jessica at 562-529-5700. Apply Monday– Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. WAREHOUSE MAINTENANCE WORKER—Longterm, part-time (20 to 25 hours per week). Will train. Staging equipment and materials for daily projects. Receive and process warehouse stock products. Maintain inventory. Operate and maintain warehouse vehicles and equipment. Run errands (as needed). Techcoat Contractors, 15720 Garfield Avenue, Paramount, CA 90723. Contact: Brenda or Jessica at 562-529-5700. Apply Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN—Full-time. Experience helpful, but willing to consider an excellent new graduate who can learn quickly. Call Martha at Fobi Pharmacy: 562-630-5700.

Standard Catering, Inc..............................................18 years

BARTENDER—Part-time, including evenings and weekends. Call Leroy: 562-634-9001.

Southern California Immediate Medical Center..........18 years

SKILLED LABOR OPPORTUNITIES—SkillsetGroup currently has these positions available for first, second and third shifts: Machine operator, sanitation, loading & unloading, forklift drivers, production line, and order pulling. Come in and apply today! SkillsetGroup actualmente tiene aperturas para puestos disponibles para Primer, Segundo y Tercer turno. ¡Ven y aplica hoy! Call us at 866-375-3094 or use Instagram (@ skillsetgroup) or Facebook for weekly updates. 7300 Alondra Blvd., Suite 202, Paramount, California 90723.

7549 Alondra Blvd., Paramoun., CA 90723

7300 Alondra Blvd., Paramount, CA 90723

Latina’s Art Foundation..............................................10 years 8441 Ives St., Paramount, CA 9072

Ink Head Design & Prints.............................................10 years 7310 Adams St., Suite D, Paramount, CA 90723

Optica Vision Center...................................................8 years 16259 Paramount Blvd., Unit B, Paramount, CA 90723

SC Fuels.......................................................................8 years 1800 W. Katella Ave., Suite 400, Orange, CA 9286

St. Pius X - St. Mathias Academy...................................7 years 7851 Gardendale St., Paramount, CA 90723

In Motion Design.........................................................7 years 7314 Madison Ave., Paramount, CA 90723

Game Changer..............................................................6 years 14905 Paramount Blvd., Suite D, Paramount, Ca 90723

Syncis, Inc...................................................................5 years 3711 Long Beach Blvd., Suite 1004, Long Beach, CA 90807

Sam’s Roofing Material................................................4 years 7640 Rosecrans Ave., Paramount, CA 90723

Rabbit Rescue Inc........................................................4 years 7640 Rosecrans Ave., Paramount, CA 90723

Delfin Seafood Market & Restaurant...........................2 years 8526 Rosecrans Ave., Paramount, CA 90723

STATE FARM AGENT—State Farm Agents help their customers protect what’s important to them, all the while making time to give back to their neighborhoods. Improve your career! Call David Maciel: 562-305-2111. FULL-TIME SEAMSTRESS—5-Star Interior Services, Inc., needs a full-time seamstress with drapery-making experience. Contact Leroy at 818-845-4518. CREW WORKER—Specialty construction. Will train. Installation of epoxy coatings, including preparation of concrete floors and other structures using various equipment. Long-term, 30+ hours, including some weekends. Report in person to TECHCOAT, 15720 Garfield Ave., Paramount, California 90723; M-Th 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.

Fu Plus Chinese Kitchen...............................................2 years

CLEANING SERVICE JOB (Persona para limpiesa)— A&R Cleaning Multiservices. Please contact Yolanda Monday-Friday at 562-500-2284.

On the Mark Advertising Network.................................1 year

To place an ad, call the Chamber at 562-634-3980.

Emmanuel Preschool..................................................2 years 15941 Virginia Ave., Paramount, CA 90723

7508 Rosecrans Ave., Paramount, CA 90723

5119 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Suite 616, Long Beach, CA 90723

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BUSINESS CORNER

Two business growth strategies for hard times By Richard L. Weinberger (Originally published May 13, 2021, on allbusiness.co; see author proﬁle below))

very part of the globe has felt, and is still feeling, the ill effects of the worldwide pandemic. Businesses in practically every segment of the economy have been negatively affected. Sales are down, employees have been laid off, and supply chains continue to be interrupted. What used to be the normal course for most businesses is now far from normal. While some government assistance programs will help some businesses survive, other companies will be forced to close or declare bankruptcy. However, for the businesses that can outlast the economic downturn, their business models will likely change forever. From a positive standpoint, these forced changes can result in a business becoming more efficient and more profitable, leading to a brighter future.

Sometimes you need to adapt to a changing business environment. . .

Small businesses must become more creative in their efforts to thrive during these difficult times—and think about two crucial words that can give their companies a necessary boost: diversification and adaptation. Businesses that were accustomed to doing the same thing over and over again without change (same products, same services, same sales efforts, same pricing, same customer service . . . basically, same everything) will find themselves at the back of the pack rather than leading the pack. While change is imperative and good for business, keeping operations the same can result in business stagnation. In today’s economic environment, businesses cannot afford to remain stagnant. This is the time for small businesses to be entrepreneurial and creative when thinking of business growth strategies. Rather than operating in the same way they have operated in the past, businesses must develop new models that retain parts of the past and capitalize on the future to become different, better, and unique. Diversification is certainly one element that can contribute to business growth. This is a process of expanding or varying the range of products or services a business offers. This might include offering related and valueadded products and services, or even adding a completely different line of products and services. Basically, anything that allows a business to become more diverse will increase the opportunity for future sales and growth—not only with current customers, but with prospective customers. Diversification allows the typical target market to be expanded into new markets with additional products and services offered.

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D I V E R S I F I C AT I O N

A D A P TAT I O N Adaptation is another key factor that is important to the long-term success of a small business. In today’s rapidly changing world, adaptation in business means adapting to the local and global environment, altering business operations to market forces, and modifying existing products and services to meet the needs of customers and evolving new and different markets. While many employees continue to work remotely and customers adhere to isolation policies, businesses can either adapt to the current situation or even close due to lack of business. Businesses that understand the need for adaptation and learn how to adapt will build stronger foundations for the future. While some changes in the way companies have to conduct business now may be temporary, many of these changes will become permanent. Customers, as well as employees, will find a new comfort zone with many of the adaptations that have been implemented and will not want to return to previous business models. Curbside pickup, home and business delivery, free and priority shipping, Zoom conferencing, live-streamed demonstrations, upgraded technology, telehealth calls, online selling, and more flexible payment options are here to stay.

Even big businesses need smart growth strategies The effects of a weak economy and a changed business world have caused new business models to surface that never would have been considered six months or even a year ago. Although it is certainly not easy to change the normal operations of a business, with some forethought and ingenuity on the part of business owners and managers, those who try may be rewarded. Not all new ideas will be successful, but simply keeping the status quo may not be enough to sustain the profitability of a business that is feeling the sting of an ever-present downturn in business.

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While change has always been present in business and more of an option than a necessity, change today is now necessary. From small businesses to large businesses, local businesses to global businesses, change is ever present. Small businesses only have to look at the examples of some very well-known large businesses (J.Crew, Gold’s Gym, Neiman Marcus, JCPenney, Hertz, Brooks Brothers, California Pizza Kitchen, to name a few) either filing for bankruptcy protection or announcing major downsizing in the last year in order to understand that if large, wellknown, well-established businesses can fail, so can a small local business.

Sometimes you need more than one basket—and more than one way of doing things. . .

Diversification and adaptation can certainly be elements contributing to the success of a small business. They may also be the salvation of small businesses that are trying to survive. It is great being better than the competition, but being different and unique certainly creates a competitive advantage that every business seeks. Richard L. Weinberger, PhD, CPA, has over 30 years of experience as a management and financial consultant dealing exclusively with small businesses, and he is CEO of the Association of Accredited Small Business Consultants.

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LOCAL RE STAUR ANTS Still serving you during the pandemic. . .

Aji Verde Peruvian Restaurant • 310-554-4493 • Takeout, DoorDash, Postmates Alondra’s Restaurant • 562-531-4200 • Takeout, local delivery Antojitos Mexican Restaurant • 562-712-5992 • Takeout, DoorDash, Postmates Café Arte (Cerritos) • 562-866-2824 • DoorDash, GrubHub, Seamless Café Corleone Italian • 562-408-6100 • Takeout, local delivery, DoorDash, GrubHub, UberEats Casa Adelita Mexican Restaurant • 562-408-2360 • Drive-thru, takeout, DoorDash, UberEats Casa Gamino Mexican Restaurant • 562-634-6225 • Takeout, DoorDash, Postmates Delfin Seafood Market & Restaurant • 562-630-1928 • Takeout Domino’s Pizza • 562-408-1531 • Takeout, local delivery Doublz • 562-531-0222 • Drive-thru, takeout, DoorDash, Postmates El Compa Mexican Restaurant • 562-630-1068 • Takeout El Peri Sushi • 562-408-0459 • Takeout, DoorDash El Sinaloense Restaurant • 562-297-4461 • Takeout, DoorDash, UberEats Fu Plus Chinese Kitchen • 562-297-4461 • Takeout, Local delivery, GrubHub, Postmates Gus’s Deli, BBQ, Grill & Meat Market • 562-630-2802 • Takeout Horchateria Rio Luna • 562-663-9043 • Takeout, DoorDash IHOP • 310-933-8513 • Takeout, DoorDash, Postmates, UberEats La Espiga • 562-349-4521 • Takeout, Local delivery Mariscos Alas Restaurant • 562-633-1348 • Takeout, GrubHub Mariscos El Perihuete • 562-408-1661 • Takeout, DoorDash Mariscos Mi Lindo Sinaloa • 562-5531-4282 • Takeout McDonald’s • 562-630-1444 • Drive-thru, takeout, DoorDash, Postmates, UberEats Rosewood Family Restaurant • 562-925-6120 • Takeout Parrain’s Soul Food • 562-634-6050 • Takeout, GrubHub, Postmates, UberEats Shakey’s Pizza Parlor • 562-630-6090 • Takeout, local delivery Stinkin Crawfish • 562-297-4018 • Takeout Subway • 562-531-4947 • Takeout, DoorDash, GrubHub, Postmates, UberEats Tam’s Burgers #22 • 562-630-8267 • Drive-thru The Hummus Factory (Downey) • 562-322-2300 • Takeout, DoorDash, GrubHub, Seamless Tropical Paradise • 562-531-1846 • Takeout

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TRITION SERVICES

R S P I C K U P G R O C E R Y K I T S C U R B S I D E A T T H E F O L L O W I N G S I T E S ALONDRA ~ COLLINS ~ LINCOLN ~ LOS CERRITOS ~ WIRTZ

EVERY THURSDAY STARTING JUNE 17, 2021 FROM 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM AS PART OF THE SUMMER MEAL PROGRAM, EACH CHILD WILL GET INGREDIENTS TO MAKE EASY TO PREPARE HOMECOOKED MEALS FOR BREAKFAST AND LUNCH FOR 7 DAYS.

KITS ARE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 18

C HI L DR E N D O NO T NE E D T O B E E N ROLL ED AT P U SD O NE G ROC ERY KIT PE R CHILD PE R PICK UP D AY C HI L DR E N D O NO T NE E D T O B E PRE SEN T M E NU S AR E SU B JE CT T O C HA NG E W IT HO UT NO TIC E. D U E TO P O T E NT I A L I S S U E S W I T H P R O DU C T AND D E LI V E R Y, T HE R E I S A P O S SIB I LITY M EA L KI TS M AY N OT BE THE SAM E.

W W W . P A R A M O U N T . H E A L T H E L I V I N G . N E T

Please visit Paramount.k12.ca.us to learn more about this “Grocery Kits” program, as well as other Paramount Unified School District programs and events that benefit Paramount USD students and their families.

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Walk, run, wheelchair roll, or bike outdoors with members of your household

Choosing Safer Activities Choosing Safer Activities Attend a small, outdoor gathering with People who are fully vaccinated are starting to resume a wide range and of activities that have been prohibited for more than fully vaccinated family friends

a year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In short, for the fully vaccinated, life is rapidly returning to normal. For those who are not yet vaccinated, however, many activitiesAccessible are still considered unsafe to various extents. Here’s the latest link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/participate-in-activities.html CDC guidance concerning what’s safe and what isn’t.

Attend a small, outdoor gathering with fully vaccinated and unvaccinated people

Unvaccinated People

Fully Vaccinated People

Examples of Activities

Dine at an outdoorOutdoor restaurant with friends from households Walk, run, multiple wheelchair roll, or bike outdoors

Safest

with members of your household

Attend aAttend crowded, outdoor event, like a live a small, outdoor gathering with performance, parade, orand sports fully vaccinated family friendsevent

Less Safe

Visit a outdoor barberrestaurant or hair with salon Dine at an friends from multiple households

Least Safe

Attend a small, outdoor gathering with fully Indoor vaccinated and unvaccinated people

Attend outdoor event, like a live Go toa crowded, an uncrowded, indoor performance, parade, or sports event

shopping center or museum

Attend a small, indoor fully vaccinated and Visit agathering barber or hairof salon unvaccinated people from multiple households

Safest

Less Safe

Indoor

Go to an uncrowded, indoor shopping center or museum

Go to an indoor movie theater

Attend a small, indoor gathering of fully vaccinated and unvaccinated people from multiple households

Attend aGo full-capacity worship to an indoor movie theaterservice Attend a full-capacity worship service Least Safe

Sing in an indoor chorus Sing in an indoor chorus

Eat at an indoor restaurant or bar Eat at an indoor restaurant or bar

Participate in an indoor, high intensity Participate in an indoor, high intensity exercise class class exercise Get a COVID-19 vaccine GetGet a COVID-19 vaccine a COVID-19 vaccine

Prevention measures not needed Take prevention measures Prevention measures not needed Wear a mask, stay 6 feet apart, and wash your hands.

Take prevention measures

Wear a mask, stay 6 feet apart, and wash your hands.

• Safety levels assume the recommended prevention measures are followed, both by the individual and the venue (if applicable).

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situation and the risk to you, your family, and your community before venturing out. CDC cannot provide the specific risk level for every activity in

every community. It is important to consider your own personal situation and the risk to you, your family, and your community before venturing out.

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Families grow healthy with WIC! Familias crecen sanas con WIC! WIC is a nutrition program for women, infants and children. WIC es un programa de nutricion para mujeres, bebes y niños. South Los Angeles Health Projects WIC Program

You may qualify if you:

WIC provides:

• Are pregnant, breastfeeding or just had a baby • Have a child under age 5 • Have a low to medium income* • Receive Medi-Cal, CalWORKs (TANF) or CalFresh (Food Stamps) benefits • Live in California

• Nutrition education and health information • Breastfeeding support • Food benefits • Referrals to medical providers and community services

Usted puede calificar si:

• Educación sobre nutrición e información de salud • Apoyo con la lactancia • Beneficios de comida • Referencias a proveedores de servicios medicos y servicios

• Está embarazada, está dando pecho o acaba de tener un bebe • Tiene un niño menor de 5 años • Tiene un ingreso bajo a mediano • Recibe beneficios de Medi-Cal, CalWORKs (TANF) o CalFresh (Estampillas de Comida) • Vive en California

WIC proporciona:

*Income levels change annually. Niveles de ingreso cambian anualmente. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Está institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

310-661-3080

Call WIC today to see if you qualify. Llama a WIC hoy para ver si calificas.

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