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A publication of the Santee Chamber of Commerce

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Hello Santee & Desk of the Chair Messages from President and CEO Amanda Daugherty and 2026 Board Chair Daniel Buksa.

How Chamber events connect, educate and celebrate our community.

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Cover Story

The Uniform Changed, the Mission Never Did. A Santee story of service that follows you home.

My Hometown

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Socializing Santee

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Membership Directory

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Every member business, listed by category.

Chamber & Community Calendar

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Take a peek at what's on deck for some fun around town.

Meet John Hossick, 2025 Person of the Year, whose path to Santee became a life of service.

Shop Santee

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Meet some of the newest members of the Santee Chamber.

Veterans Continue Serving Santee

On The Cover Veteran Owned & Veteran-Friendly Businesses

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Local leaders and the veteran owned businesses making a lasting impact.

The Santee Scoop

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John Olsen on Pam White and Mike Aiken, two Santee lives of service.

Santee Street Fair

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2026 Chamber Officers

2026 Office Staff

Daniel Buksa, Chair of the Board Mission Realty Group

Amanda Daugherty President/CEO

Curtis Anderson, Chair Elect Superior Asphalt San Diego

Jennae Gonzalez Operations Coordinator

Mike Aiken, Secretary Carlton Oaks Golf

Darrian Hilligas Office Administrator

Tim Staump, Treasurer Staump Music School

Sophia Macias Events and Marketing Coordinator

Karl Burris, 1st Vice Chair Live Life Physiotherapy

Shasta Vance-Gonzales Bookkeeper

Stephanie Wooding, 2rd Vice Chair Best Day Ever Weddings + Events

Nick Ossey Magazine Graphic Designer

Eddie Vandiver, 3rd Vice Chair Sportsplex USA Susie Parks, Past Chair of the Board Coffee Corner

Magazine Credits Publisher Santee Chamber of Commerce

2026 Chamber Directors Shaylin Fagerwold Expressions Dance & Movement Center Greg Gagnon The UPS Store Cory Kading Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve Rocky Qualin Padre Dam Municipal Water District Barbara Ryan Santee School District Arpad “A.J.” Tota Thrivent Financial

Editor Santee Chamber Staff, Nancy Aiken Graphic Design Nick Ossey Committee Members Amanda Daugherty, Alma Alvarez, Jennae Gonzalez, Shaylin Fagerwold, Susie Parks, Sarah Wood Contributing Writers Amanda Daugherty, Alma Alvarez, Jennae Gonzalez, Shaylin Fagerwold, John Olsen, Susie Parks, Sarah Wood Contributing Photographers Elle Hunt, Scott Lagace, Lynda Marrokal Printer Advantage Color Graphics

Dean Velasco Deano’s Pub East Sarah Wood Allegiance Heating & Air Conditioning

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@SANTEECHAMBER

FROM THE PRESIDENT

HELLO SANTEE Fall is upon us, and before the pumpkins and cider-scented candles take over, I want to reflect on an unforgettable summer for the Santee Chamber.

Our 18th Annual Santee Street Fair on May 23rd took more than six months of planning, and in my first year at the helm, watching it come together was something I will not soon forget. This year, we introduced exciting new additions to the fair, including a Car Show, Rock Band Stage, an Art Show featuring original work from local students, and free face painting and balloons, alongside more than 250 vendors filling our streets.

Thank you to the City of Santee and every department involved for your partnership and for guiding me through each step. To our Chamber staff and volunteers, our sponsors, and our Board of Directors, with 100% Board participation, your time, resources, dedication, and willingness to roll up your sleeves made this day possible.

Read more about this year’s street fair in this edition, and don’t miss our cover story unveiling the Chamber’s next exciting initiative!

Sincerely,

AMANDA DAUGHERTY Santee Chamber President & CEO

FROM THE DESK OF THE CHAIR

LOOKING AHEAD I’m proud to be a lifelong Santee resident, born and raised here, and honored to have called this community home for 50 years. Serving as Chairman of the Santee Chamber of Commerce is a privilege.

Together, we’ve helped make the Santee Street Fair our biggest ever, with record attendance, a car show, and new entertainment stages. We’ve also invested in our future by awarding more than $11,000 in skilled trades scholarships to 11 deserving students from West Hills and Santana High Schools. Please continue supporting our local businesses and helping keep Santee one of San Diego County’s best communities!

Sincerely,

DANIEL BUKSA Chair, Board of Directors

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Some of my earliest memories do not actually belong to me. They are the stories my parents told, stories of a young Navy family living in Groton, Connecticut, where submarines quietly slipped beneath the surface and life was measured by deployments, homecomings, and the next set of orders. I was born just a few miles away in New London while my father served aboard the USS Augusta, a nuclear-powered submarine. Before I was two years old, the Navy moved our family across the country to California. Over the years that followed, my father served during the Gulf War aboard the USS McKee, later the USS Salt Lake City and USS Pasadena, and ultimately retired after 23 years of service as a Senior Chief Electronics Technician.

As a child, I could not fully understand why families packed up at a moment's notice or why months apart were simply accepted as part of the journey. I only knew that serving his country was simply what my dad did. It was not until he retired that I realized it had never just been about the Navy.

Watching him move from commanding a submarine crew to overseeing a power plant, I began to see that for him, the work had always been the constant. The setting changed, but the commitment remained the same. The uniform changed. The mission never did.

Not every veteran gets a soft landing. My father was fortunate. Spending a few years as a Navy recruiter before retirement gave him a gradual introduction to the civilian world, a chance to practice navigating it before he had to fully embrace it. For many veterans, that bridge does not exist. The transition out of service can be abrupt, disorienting, and lonely in ways that are hard to explain to someone who has never worn a uniform. The identity, the structure, the sense of purpose; these do not come with a civilian equivalent handed to you on the way out. And yet many veterans find their footing, not because the path was clear but because they were built to keep moving.

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In Santee, that is exactly what so many local veterans have done. They figured out who they were outside of a uniform, did the work, found their footing, and built something worth being proud of.

Some have built businesses from the ground up, channeling the same discipline and determination that carried them through service. Some went on to become police officers and mortgage lenders.

Others give back through philanthropy, lending their skills, time, and resources to causes that strengthen the community around them. Some sit on boards and committees, using their leadership experience to help shape decisions that affect all of us. And others show up every day doing the work that keeps this community running.

Many of these inspiring individuals are featured on the cover photo of this edition. That photograph is especially meaningful to me. Standing beneath the words "Land of the Free Because of the Brave" are local veterans I have had the privilege of writing about. Their stories remind us that the skills learned through service, including decision-making, discipline, accountability, and the ability to lead under pressure, are qualities that help build strong businesses and strong communities. This cover is more than a photograph; it is a tribute to leadership in every form.

It is that same spirit that has inspired what comes next at the Santee Chamber of Commerce. Over the past year, I have had the privilege of meeting veterans in our business community and listening to their stories, their challenges, and their goals. Today, Santee is home to one of the region's largest veteran populations, including many ages 35 to 64 and many with service-connected disabilities.

Many of these individuals own businesses, lead teams, and are woven into the fabric of Santee's economy. They are an essential part of our local workforce.

COLIN SMITH

MIKE AIKEN

VICTORIA PARRILLO

MAT THEW CARMICHAEL

U.S. Navy, Petty Officer 8 years active, 8 reserve

U.S. Navy, Sonar Technician 1983 to 1989

U.S. Navy, Sonar Technician, E-5 4 years

U.S. Marine Corps, Corporal 2007 to 2009

Owner & Founder Beary Designs

Director Carlton Oaks

General Manager Feels Like Home Dog Care

Founder & Advisor Fox Legacy Financial

JOSE MARRERO

MAX WILTZ

RICHARD FIELDS

U.S. Navy, Chief Petty Officer 24 years

U.S. Navy, Electronic Warfare Technician 21 years

U.S. Air Force, Senior Airman 1977 to 1980

Owner & Founder Saga Security Services

Head of Tournament Communications Carlton Oaks

Pro Shop Lead Carlton Oaks

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JOEL CRUZ

MAT THEW OLSON

JOHN HOSSICK

U.S. Navy, Electronics Technician, E-5 6 years

U.S. Marine Corps, Sergeant 5 years

U.S. Navy Reserve, Captain, Salvage Diver 32.5 years

U.S. Navy, Chief Petty Officer 15 years

CEO & Founder Feels Like Home Dog Care

Owner SoCal Truck Accessories & Equipment

Owner Captain Mortgage

2025 Person of the Year SMOAC and Buddy’s Backpacks

In recognition of their contributions and as a natural extension of the Chamber's commitment to this community, I am proud to introduce SERV, Santee Entrepreneurial Resources for Veterans.

SERV is a Chamber initiative created to support, connect, and empower veterans at every stage of their professional journey. Launching this Fall 2026, it will be led by veteran entrepreneurs and business leaders within the Santee Chamber of Commerce. Whether you are starting a business, growing one, building a career in the civilian workforce, or simply looking for a room full of people who understand the path you have walked, SERV was built with you in mind. The program will offer mentorship, business guidance, education, and a peer network designed to meet Santee's veteran business community where they are and help them build what comes next. At the Santee Chamber of Commerce, we understand that the uniform changed. The mission never did.

– Amanda Daugherty, President & CEO, Santee Chamber of Commerce

We are, and always will be, the Land of the Free Because of the Brave.

That same commitment will continue this Fall with the 8th Annual Veterans Appreciation Golf Tournament on Friday, November 6th at Carlton Oaks Golf Course. A great opportunity for the community to come together in support of local veterans. More information is available by scanning the QR code below or visiting www.santeechamber.com.

Scan QR Code to Register for the Golf Tournatment

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MY HOMETOWN

JOHN HOSSICK 2025 Person of the Year

John Hossick never planned on becoming

donation sites and has distributed over 14,000

one of Santee's most dedicated volunteers.

backpacks countywide.The numbers only tell

He describes his path as a series of happy

part of the story. He has watched children who

accidents: teachers in Nevada who encouraged

once received backpacks return years later as

him to write and serve, the Navy to help pay for

volunteers. He still remembers a mother who

college, and Santee after 12 years of service.

stopped him in a parking lot to say her son's new backpack was the first brand new thing he had

After leaving the Navy as a chief petty officer, he

ever owned. "I had to walk away for a minute,"

joined the Postal Service and bought a mobile

Hossick recalled. "That one stayed with me."

home near Prospect Avenue. When residents organized over rent stabilization, he volunteered

He also seeks collaboration rather than

as secretary for the Santee Mobile home Owners

competition, working with the Santee Chamber,

Action Committee. Today he is its president, and

the Santee-Lakeside Rotary Club, the Santee

has grown it into a resource serving students,

Community Foundation, and local businesses.

seniors, and families across East County.

"We get so much more done when we work together," he said.

Under his leadership SMOAC launched a food pantry, a senior holiday care package program,

His advice is straightforward: start somewhere.

and expanded Buddy's Backpacks. Hossick

"You don't have to have a plan," he said.

spent early weekends visiting businesses

"Sometimes the best things happen by accident."

and asking them to get involved. Those

For Hossick, those happy accidents have built a

conversations became lasting partnerships.

community made stronger one backpack, one

The drive now runs through more than 25

meal, and one connection at a time.

– Alma Alvarez

Meet some of the newest members of the Santee Chamber, and Meet some of the newest members of the Santee Chamber, and remember to Shop Santee and support local businesses! remember to Shop Santee and support local businesses!

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Learn More The City of Santee has moved into Phase 2 of the Santee Community Center Project (10129 Riverwalk Drive, Santee). Throughout the upcoming months you’ll be able to watch as the building takes shape. The majority of funding comes from restricted development impact fees and a State grant that are dedicated to park and recreation capital projects and cannot be redirected to City operations, road improvements, or other unrelated purposes. We want your ideas for art inside the Santee Community Center! Scan the QR code, view the renderings and take our online survey to give us your input!

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V E T ERA N S C O N TI NUE SERVI N G SANT EE LOCAL LEADERS. LASTING IMPACT. Military service builds values that do not disappear when the uniform comes off: integrity, accountability, leadership, teamwork, and a commitment to something bigger than yourself.

These five veteran-owned Chamber businesses continue serving Santee in new ways, protecting our community, guiding local families, creating quality products, supporting homeownership, and showing up when people need help.

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PROTECTING PEOPLE AND PROPERT Y

SAGA Security Services

VETERAN-OWNED • PROFESSIONAL SECURITY SERVICES

Founded by veteran Jose Marrero, SAGA Security Services brings military discipline, professionalism, and preparedness to businesses, organizations, commercial properties, and community events throughout San Diego County.

Whether protecting people, property, or special events, Jose has built a company known for reliability, trust, and a commitment to keeping others safe.

SARAH’S SIDE NOTE: Jose brings the same calm, preparation, and sense of responsibility to his business that helped shape him during his military service.

(619) 208-1953 • sagasecurityservices.com

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HELPING FAMILIES PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

Fox Legacy Financial & Insurance Solutions

VETERAN-OWNED • FINANCIAL PLANNING • INSURANCE SOLUTIONS

Marine veteran Matthew Carmichael founded Fox Legacy Financial with a simple philosophy: people make better decisions when they understand their options.

Through education, honest conversations, and personalized financial guidance, he helps families and business owners prepare for the future with greater confidence.

SARAH’S SIDE NOTE: Strong leadership means helping people understand their choices and prepare for what comes next.

(805) 229-1217 • foxlegacyfinancial.com

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BUILDING A LOCAL BRAND MADE TO LAST

Beary Designs

VETERAN-OWNED • MEN’S SWIMWEAR • LIFESTYLE APPAREL

Founded by veteran Colin Smith, Beary Designs is a Santee-based apparel brand creating premium men’s swimwear and lifestyle products inspired by the Southern California coast.

The brand combines comfort, performance, and understated style to create timeless, versatile pieces designed for beach days, travel, and everyday adventures.

SARAH’S SIDE NOTE: Military discipline often shows up in the details. Colin is building a local brand focused on quality, purpose, and products made to go the distance.

Bearydesigns.com • @bearydesigns

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GUIDING FAMILIES TOWARD HOMEOWNERSHIP

Captain Mortgage

VETERAN-OWNED • RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LENDING

Former Navy officer Matt Olson now serves families in a different way by helping them navigate the path to homeownership.

Drawing on the leadership, integrity, and dedication developed during his military service, Matt guides buyers through one of life’s biggest financial decisions with honesty, patience, and a genuine commitment to their success.

SARAH’S SIDE NOTE: Leadership continues by helping families build their future, one home at a time.

(619) 977-5439 • barrettfinancial.com/matthew-olson

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SHOWING UP WHEN HELP IS NEEDED

TNT Locksmith

VETERAN-OWNED • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • AUTOMOTIVE

Marine veteran Ryan Rodrigues built TNT Locksmith on one simple principle: when someone calls for help, you show up.

Whether responding to an emergency lockout or helping secure a home or business, Ryan has built a reputation for reliability, professionalism, and earning trust one customer at a time.

SARAH’S SIDE NOTE: Accountability means being prepared, following through, and treating every call like it matters.

(619) 486-0279 • tnt-locksmith.com MILITARY SERVICE DOES NOT SIMPLY END. IT EVOLVES. These veterans continue strengthening Santee through their businesses, leadership, and commitment to serving others. As you choose where to shop and who to support, I hope you will remember these local veteran-owned businesses and the impact they continue to make in our community.

Cheers, supporting Santee always,

– Sarah Wood, Santee Chamber Board Director

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SANTEE SCOOP Hi, I’m John Olsen, a longtime resident and business advocate of Santee. As an active member of the Santee Chamber, I often showcase upcoming development projects and events around town. Be sure to follow me for more on Facebook.com/SanteeUpdate

Mike Aiken: Four Decades of Service Mike Aiken has spent more than forty years in service.

He began in the Navy as a sonar technician aboard the USS Barb, the Fighting Fish of the Pacific, tracking submarines through the Cold War. He then gave twenty-eight years to the San Diego Police Department, much of it as a K-9 officer working alongside his last partner, Bagheera.

Mike Aiken during his Navy service aboard the USS Barb.

Today he is Community Relations Director at Carlton Oaks Golf Club, sits on the Santee Chamber Board of Directors, and serves with the Santee and Lakeside Rotary Club. Six years at sea, twenty-eight on patrol, and he is still showing up for Santee.

Thank You, Pam White For forty years, Pam White helped build the Santee we have today. As the City's Economic Development Manager she welcomed new businesses, supported local employers, and built the partnerships that gave people a reason to stay.

She did it with kindness and without fuss. Business owners, community leaders, and anyone who walked in looking for direction left feeling heard.

On July 16, 2026, the City proclaimed Pam White Day. A fitting marker for a legacy that runs well past City Hall, through the businesses she helped open and the people she mentored.

Thank you, Pam. Enjoy what comes next.

Pam White, center, with colleagues.

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SANTEE STREET FAIR CELEBRATING COMMUNITY, LOCAL BUSINESS AND TRADITION On Saturday, May 23rd, Riverview Parkway came alive for the 18th Annual Santee Street Fair, hosted by the Santee Chamber of Commerce and presented by San Diego Pools. Since beginning in 2009, the Street Fair has grown into one of Santee's largest and most anticipated community traditions.

The day began with an opening ceremony honoring the meaning of Memorial Day weekend.

Representatives from the Santee American Legion and VFW joined local leaders and community members in recognizing the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. The Santee Fire Department presented the flag, local veterans led the Pledge of Allegiance, the West Hills High School Choir performed the National Anthem, and the Santana Cheer team helped kick off our big day with plenty of Santee spirit!

This year also brought several exciting new additions. The new Rock Stage, sponsored by Sycuan Casino Resort and Allegiance Heating & Air, added even more live entertainment to the event. The Car Show brought to us by Sedano Chevrolet in partnership with UPS of Santee gave guests another area to explore, while the Student Art Show, sponsored by Goodman Orthodontics, showcased the creativity of local students. Families also enjoyed complimentary face painting and balloon art sponsored by Davis Roofing.

Throughout the day, guests enjoyed live music, dance, theater, martial arts and cheer performances from talented local organizations. Families explored carnival rides, games and activities while shopping from local businesses, artisans and community organizations. More than 30 food vendors served a variety of meals, snacks and treats, while the Beer Garden, brought to us by BNS, also featured several local breweries.

The 2026 Santee Street Fair was another memorable celebration of local business, family and community, and we look forward to continuing this tradition for years to come!

– Jennae Gonzalez, Events and Marketing

T H A N K YO U TO O U R S P O N S O R S A N D PA R T N E R S The Santee Chamber extends its sincere appreciation to our Title Sponsor, San Diego Pools, along with Expressions Dance & Movement Center, Foothills Christian Church, Superior Asphalt, Goodman Orthodontics, Sycuan Casino Resort, Allegiance Heating & Air, Sedano Chevrolet, Davis Roofing, Raceway Electric & Solar, Lloyd's Collision & Paint Center, UPS Santee, BNS Brewing and Distillery, Deano's Pub, Staump Music School and Kings Horsemen Group. Their support helped make the day possible.

We are also grateful to the City of Santee, Waste Management, the Santee Fire Department, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department, our Board of Directors, Street Fair Committee, Chamber staff, vendors, performers and volunteers. A special thank you to Boy Scout Troop 308 for their time and support throughout the event.

SOCIALIZING SANTEE

CONNECTING COMMUNITY

THROUGH EVENTS THAT MATTER Santee Street Fair The Chamber pulled out all the stops for this year's Street Fair, bringing thousands of residents and visitors together for a day of community, local business, entertainment, and family fun. What most don't realize is that it is planned and staffed almost entirely by Chamber staff, Board Directors, and members. Thank you to everyone who gave their time and talents to make this year's Street Fair a success!

Lunch with Supervisor Anderson In June, County Supervisor Joel Anderson (District 2) joined us for another Government Luncheon, with lunch generously sponsored by Jimmy's of Santee. Guests heard updates on regional priorities and issues affecting local businesses and East County. These gatherings are open to anyone who wants to ask questions, share concerns, and talk directly with community leaders.

Celebrating Small Business!

Few moments are more rewarding than celebrating a new business. Ribbon cuttings let us welcome entrepreneurs as they take an exciting step toward their dreams, and this year the Chamber has celebrated more than a dozen grand openings and milestones. It is always an honor to bring out the oversized scissors.

Congratulations to all of our newest and growing businesses.

End of an Era: Celebrating Two Remarkable Women This year marks the close of an important chapter for two valued Board members. Barbara Ryan, representing the Santee School District for more than 47 years, and Pam White, longtime liaison to the City of Santee's Economic Development Department, have each made lasting contributions to the Chamber and to the relationships that make Santee special. We will miss them around the board table and wish them the very best.

JOIN US You are invited to spend time getting to know us at an upcoming event! Visit SanteeChamber.com/events, scan the QR Code, or follow the Chamber on social media for future opportunities!

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Heart Art LLC (619) 994-4082 Suzy Staulz Fine Art (808) 651-4563 AUTOMOTIVE

Five Star Express Car Wash (619) 448-2142 Horsman's Automotive (619) 596-8826 J&K Automotive (619) 449-4769 Lloyd's Collision & Paint Center (619) 448-8768 Philip Thearle's Autowerks Collision Center (619) 449-0111 San Diego Automotive Museum (619) 398-0301 Sedano Auto Group (619) 464-7777 SoCal Truck Accessories & Equipment (619) 749-0742 Sparky's Transmission (619) 449-5740 The Dyno Shop (619) 562-3933 Tint Tech Window Tinting (619) 749-5005 Toyota Certified of Santee (619) 270-2901 BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS

Banner Bank (619) 873-1281 California Coast Credit Union (858) 636-4229 San Diego County Credit Union (877) 732-2848 BAR / BREWERY

BNS Brewing & Distilling Co. (619) 956-0952 Burning Beard Brewing Company (619) 456-9185 Deano's Pub East (619) 439-7433 Full Circle Saloon (619) 596-8350 The Malt House (619) 295-0881

M E M B E R S H I P D I R E C T O RY

BOOKS

Friends of Santee Library (619) 596-1525 San Diego County Library - Santee Library (619) 448-1863 BUSINESS RESOURCES

East County Career Center (619) 319-9675 East County Economic Development Council (619) 258-3670 Global Payments (619) 830-0006 San Diego Employers Association (858) 505-0024 San Diego Small Business Development Center (619) 482-6391 ZenBusiness (512) 765-4985 CASINO

Sycuan Casino Resort (619) 445-6002 CHILDCARE

Children's Choice (619) 457-0381 CHIROPRACTORS

Awesome Family Chiropractic (619) 465-4880 Barker Chiropractic (619) 449-1601 Dilliard Chiropractic Professional Corporation (619) 447-2651 CHURCHES

City View Community Church Santee (619) 581-2311 Pathways Community Church (619) 449-1269 CLEANING SERVICES

Groovy Bubbles Window Cleaning (619) 971-2425

COMPUTER SERVICE/INTERNET/CABLE

HawkIT 1-619-259-8621 Adobe Acrobat (408) 753-5826 Cox Communications (858) 836-7318 CONSTRUCTION & CONTRACTOR

Paradigm Mechanical Corp.

(619) 456-4562 ACME Safety & Supply Corp.

(619) 299-5100 Martin Marietta - Santee Aggregates (619) 562-6184 Alison Construction (619) 977-8543 All Access Services (619) 990-6735 Bare Steel, Inc. (619) 334-1440 Clear Cut Commercial Door (619) 414-4224 Davis Roofing (619) 440-0373 Floor Coverings International - Northeast San Diego (619) 340-1780 Gen-Pro Painting (619) 764-6001 Gold Coast Flood Restorations (619) 449-9611

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La Mesa Glass, Inc. (619) 286-6411 SERVPRO of Santee / Lakeside (619) 258-7200 Superior Asphalt (619) 571-4324 TDT Construction (619) 454-4911 TC Construction Company, Inc. (619) 448-4560 CONSULTANTS

Dadian & Associates (619) 702-2095 Hodge Consulting (619) 274-2588

EVENT PLANNING

Best Day Ever Weddings + Events (858) 522-0504 FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

A J Tota with Thrivent Financial (619) 830-4600 Agent, New York Life Insurance Company - Andrew Johnson (858) 623-8795 Fox Legacy Financial & Insurance Solutions (805) 229-1217 Sarah Cougnet - The Shine Financial Group (619) 438-2993 Captain Mortgage, powered by Barrett Financial Group, LLC (619) 977-5439

DANCE

Elev8 Arts Foundation (619) 880-0089 Expressions Dance & Movement Center (888) 991-3362 DENTAL

Coastal Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics (619) 562-5437 Gechoff Orthodontics (619) 448-1611 Goodman Orthodontics (619) 749-4033 Saint Orthodontics (619) 448-9455 Santee Children's Dentistry (619) 449-4673 EDUCATION

ABC San Diego (619) 876-6355 Grossmont Union High School District (619) 644-8000 Grossmont-Cuyamaca CCD (619) 644-7573 Momentum Tutoring (619) 991-1422 Santee School District (619) 258-2300 University of Maryland Global Campus (619) 932-8405 ELECTRIC & SOLAR

Lightning Electrical Services (619) 980-3465 Perry Electric (619) 449-0045 Raceway Electric & Solar (619) 596-1918 ENTERTAINMENT / RECREATION

Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve (619) 596-3141 Off Broadway Live (619) 988-5483 TNT Entertainment (619) 788-9188 Sportsplex USA (619) 334-1000 EQUIPMENT RENTALS

Sun Diego Portables LLC (619) 959-7667

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FITNESS

Balanced Yogi Studio (619) 990-6315 Live Life Physiotherapy (619) 871-7028 Wise Owl Fit (619) 648-2345 FLORISTS

Christine's Floral Designs (619) 569-4717 FOOD & BEVERAGE

The Coffee Corner (619) 996-9007 Crumbl Cookies Santee (619) 728-4625 Hilltop Deli (619) 504-3172 Jersey Mike's Subs (619) 456-9577 Earl of Sandwich (619) 244-7595 Habibi Grill Inc (619) 334-1705 Janet's Cafe And Deli (619) 749-1786 Jimmy's of Santee (619) 448-8994 Junction 52 Bar & Grill (619) 334-0752 Pizzabilities (619) 461-5757 The Stand (619) 649-8989 Broken Yolk (619) 996-9655 Chick-fil-A Santee (619) 562-0774 El Pollo Loco (619) 873-1558 Angela's Eccentric Kitchen (619) 562-7062 Pepper Farm Deli (619) 201-8129 Finest City Sweet Treats LLC (619) 980-0880 Handel's Ice Cream (619) 312-2381 GENERAL RETAIL

Goodwill San Diego 1-619-756-5004 Beary Designs LLC (512) 576-3209

G.T.M. Discount General Stores (619) 449-4953 Macy's (619) 667-6380 Pro Image Sports (619) 277-0184 Costco Wholesale Santee 403 (619) 562-3227 GOLF COURSE

Carlton Oaks Country Club (619) 448-4242 Singing Hills Golf Club (619) 445-6002 GOVERNMENT

City of Santee (619) 258-4100 San Diego District Attorney Office (619) 441-4588 Santee Sheriff's Department (619) 258-2200 California State Assembly - District 75 - Carl DeMaio (858) 566-7538 California State Congress - District 48 - Darrell E. Issa (202) 225-5672 California State Senate - District 40 - Brian Jones (858) 547-3818 San Diego County Supervisor - District 2 - Joel Anderson (619) 441-4327 Santee Firefighters Association (619) 261-7968 HOLISTIC HEALTH

Santee Acupuncture (619) 354-9570 Hilife Group Santee, LLC (619) 857-3001 Santee Project LLC (619) 935-9333 The Wellness Co. (619) 444-3264 HOME OWNER ASSOCIATIONS

360 Community Management (619) 270-7360 HOME SERVICES

Sunset Finish Door & Trim (619) 943-3667 Maximum Comfort Heating and AC Repair (619) 432-3079 Fresh Coast Heating and Air Conditioning (619) 647-3407 Allegiance Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. (619) 449-2469 Advanced Solar Cleaning LLC (619) 655-2844 Express Blinds & More (619) 461-2101 Robust Home Defense LLC (888) 281-3858 All-Pro Quality Garage Doors, Inc. (858) 576-7223 HOSPITALS & CLINICS

Children's Primary Care Medical Group - Santee (619) 749-2150 Clinic Ovis (619) 219-8017

M E M B E R S H I P D I R E C T O RY

Grossmont Healthcare District (619) 825-5050 Neighborhood Healthcare San Ysidro Health Santee Family Medicine (619) 442-4100 Sharp Grossmont Hospital (619) 740-4406 Comfort Keepers San Diego (619) 795-6036 Vivacity Health a Nursing Corporation (858) 215-4099 Homewatch Caregivers Northwest San Diego & Santee (619) 608-1107 Love Right Home Care Referral Agency (619) 819-8780 HOTELS/MOTELS

Woodspring Suites Hotel (858) 207-4263 INSURANCE & INVESTMENT SERVICES

Farmers Insurance - Nadia Korkis Agency (619) 820-7474 O'Brien Insurance Agency (619) 602-3243 Ronn Hall Insurance and Notary Services (619) 562-8585 State Farm Insurance - James Cassady (858) 229-3312 Contractor Solutions Insurance Agency, Inc. (619) 741-5118 Farmers Insurance - Mike & Marla Clinkenbeard (619) 442-0415 JEWELRY

H. Tim Williams (619) 448-4365 LANDSCAPING

Del Sol Pavers 1-619-788-6987 RCP Block and Brick, Inc. (619) 460-7250 LEGAL SERVICES

Best, Best & Krieger, LLP (619) 525-1300 McGovern Law Group, APC (619) 344-0123 Wedeking Law APC (619) 663-8428

MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Scantibodies Laboratory Inc. (619) 258-9300 Yeiser Research & Development LLC (619) 449-2392

HomeFed Corporation/Fanita Ranch (760) 918-8200 Mission Realty Group (619) 448-2949 North Palisade Manager, LLC (213) 495-2945 Select Living Realty Group (619) 507-8303 W.A. Rigley Corp.

(619) 991-0333 Whissel Realty (619) 304-4440

MARKET

Santee Certified Farmers Market (760) 533-5305 MASSAGE THERAPY

Body Work (619) 348-5523 MUSIC STUDIO

Santee Music Academy (619) 334-0673 Staump Music School (619) 333-7204 NOTARY SERVICES

Curlypri Services (619) 373-2751 Marquess Mobile Notary (971) 336-5869 OP TICAL SERVICES

Santee Family Optometry (619) 448-2020 PEST CONTROL

Simple Pest Management (619) 373-7378 PETS

Essential Grooming and Wellness (619) 334-1070 Feels Like Home Dog Care (860) 336-8950 FURology Pet SPaw (619) 334-6218 KageWerks Inc. (619) 448-7200 PURRology SPaw & Retreat (619) 486-6726 Real Roar LLC (858) 382-1711 Village Pet and Feed (619) 938-4069

LIQUOR STORE

Big Rock Market (619) 647-8007 Mission Gorge Market and Shell Gas Station (619) 200-4017

Stills by Hill Photography, Inc. (619) 246-7016

PHOTOGRAPHY

MAIL SERVICES

PLUMBING

The UPS Store - Santee (619) 562-0888

Arcane Plumbing Service and Repair (619) 333-6116 Expert Plumbing and Repipe (619) 335-5434

MANUFACTURED HOMES

M E M B E R S H I P D I R E C T O RY

SECURIT Y SERVICES

Excell Security Inc. (619) 579-0442 Saga Security Services, Inc. (619) 208-1953 SENIOR LIVING & SERVICES

Lantern Crest Senior Living (619) 258-8886 SHREDDING SERVICES

Data Disposal (619) 585-0184 SPORTING GOODS

Al's Sport Shop (619) 562-4263 Pedego Santee (619) 738-2500 STORAGE

American Eagle Self Storage (619) 562-8831 TRAVEL AGENCIES

TCK Travel Liaison and TCK Consulting (619) 880-0279

PHARMACY

All Care Pharmacy (619) 449-0908

Cameron Brothers Company LLC (619) 448-2133 Mobile Home Connection (619) 596-0333 SMOAC - Santee Mobilehome Owners Action Committee (619) 823-5547

REALTOR

Deniese Ossey, Compass (619) 251-7546 John Olsen (619) 855-1151 Tracey Groos | Realtor | Pacific Sotheby's International Realty (619) 933-0163

UTILITIES

Padre Dam Municipal Water District (619) 448-3111 Republic Services (619) 562-9325 SDG&E (619) 441-3895 Waste Management (619) 596-5198

PRESS

East County Californian (619) 441-0400 East County Community Times (619) 445-0374 East County Magazine (619) 698-7617

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