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OFFICERS Chairman — Brian Connors Southwest Healthcare System 1st Vice Chair — Tony Berardino Cornerstone E & S Insurance Services 2nd Vice Chair — Al Rubio DCH Auto Group Temecula Treasurer — Mike Noon Prudhomme Associates CPA’s Secretary — Janet Scott CNN Mortgage
DIRECTORS
Peter Baker - Loma Linda University Medical Center, Murrieta David Beshay - Corner Bakery Cafe Tom Demott - Temecula Creek Inn Leslie Doherty - Leslie Doherty, CPA, APC Soledad Escobedo - Pacific Western Bank BJ Fazeli - Fazeli Cellars Winery Jeff Kurtz - Promenade Temecula Dave Lester - Abbott Tammy Marine - Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley Paul Nolta - Small Business Development Center Esther Phahla - Esther N. Phahla, CPA, A Professional Corporation Robert Rosenstein - The Law Offices of Rosenstein & Associates Andrew Masiel, Sr. - Pechanga Development Corporation Donna San Miguel - California State University San Marcos Jackie Steed - Reliable Realty, Inc. Linda Wunderlich - The Valley Business Journal
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Alice Sullivan, President CEO Laura Turnbow, Chief Operations Officer Katie Cook, Membership Director Kara Hotz, VYP Director, Membership Director Jack Clark, Membership Sales Associate Jennifer Turnbow, Events Director/ Communications Coordinator Brooke Nunn, Communications Director/Events Coordinator Jeanette Kristensen, Community Specialist Sharon Lopez, Community Specialist/Membership Assistant
VOL.42 IS.3
The Temecula Valley Visitor Center
IN THIS ISSUE
4 TVCC Networking Opportunities...................................................... pg. 5 Temecula Jobs Steadily on the Rise................................................ pg. 6 Rancho Car Wash Celebrates 30 Years...................................... pg. 10 Success in Business: Visit Temecula Valley....................................... pg.
Go online to www.temecula.org to read the full issue of the Temecula Today.
CHAIRMAN’S ELITE CIRCLE MEMBERS
COMMITTEES
SWC LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL Chair — Greg Morrison, Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District Comsultant – Gene Wunderlich MEMBERSHIP SERVICES Chair — Tena Caracciolo, Insurance All Stars Agency SC MANUFACTURING COUNCIL Chairs — Bob Sher, Tension Envelope Jan Refsdal, Optiforms VYP
Leadership Chair – Stephanie Staab, Avensole Winery
CONTRIBUTORS
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Visit Temecula staff gathers to celebrate 50 years of service to the Valley.
SUCCESS IN BUSINESS:
VISIT TEMECULA VALLEY 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of Temecula Valley Wine Country. The region, we now call Temecula Valley, Southern California Wine Country, was first used to grow winegrapes in the 19th century, when California missionaries arrived from Spain and cultivated vineyards to make sacramental wine. During this time, Southern California produced more wine than Northern California. The first modern commercial vineyards were planted by Vincenzo Cilurzo and his wife Audrey in 1968. Cilurzo worked as a television lighting director in Los Angeles for many years and, like many later Temecula Valley pioneers, he fostered an interest in winemaking as a hobby before he decided to pursue his dream full time. Audrey Cilurzo said that “the region was wide open and there weren’t any commercial [buildings]. The town of Temecula had about 200 people.” She said in regard to purchasing that fateful plot of land with her husband back in the 1960s, they had responded to a newspaper ad promising “Gentlemen Farming” in Temecula. “First we planted 25 acres of Chenin Blanc and 15 acres of Petite Sirah. We later sold that parcel, which is where Maurice Car’rie Winery is today. There
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are still original vines there. We weren’t even doing it to be profitable; this was our fun project.” Later in 1968, Guasti-based Brookside Winery also planted a vineyard in Temecula Valley. In 1971, Brookside Winery produced the first commercial wines made from Temecula Valley grapes. Callaway Vineyard and Winery began farming grapes in 1969 and opened the first Temecula Valley Winery in 1974. Its founder, Ely Callaway went on to gain fame and fortune in the world of golf with his namesake company, Callaway Golf. John Poole’s Mount Palomar Winery opened in 1975, and in 1978 the Cilurzos opened the third Temecula Valley winery at a new site. On October 23, 1984, The United States Department of the Treasury Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) established the region as an American Viticultural Area (AVA) with the name Temecula AVA in the Federal Register. In 2004, the TTB approved an application made by the Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association, renaming the appellation “Temecula Valley AVA”.
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In 1998, many Temecula Valley vineyards were decimated by Pierce’s Disease, a bacterial disease transmitted by the glassywinged sharpshooter (GWSS) insect which disables an infected vine from absorbing water. After rapid vineyard loss, which threatened the Temecula Valley AVA and the California wine industry at large, the California Department of Food and Agriculture, in collaboration with University of California, Davis (UC Davis); University of California, Riverside; and several other U.S. universities began to study the pest and methods of controlling its spread. Though the crop loss was devastating in the short term, Temecula Valley winegrowers seized the opportunity to replant their vineyards to a broader range of grapes throughout the early to mid-90s, greatly expanding the versatility and improving the quality of premium wines produced in the AVA. Today, Temecula Valley AVA is home to more than 40 wineries. The Federal Register lists the official area for the Temecula Valley AVA at 33,000 acres. Approximately 2,460 acres are currently planted in commercial vineyards. In the 50 years since the first commercial vineyard was planted, the region has grown into an incredible destination that annually contributes $78 million to the regional economy, supports more than 4,800 jobs and produces delicious wines that have received thousands of domestic and international awards, and are regularly scored 90 points and above in top wine publications. Under the theme of “The People, Passion and Perseverance,” the Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association (TVWA) and Visit Temecula Valley (VTV) have announced a series of events and programs, including an intimate wine dinner among the vines and the launch of a commemorative wine, to celebrate the important milestone for the region throughout the entire year. “Our 50th Anniversary theme truly exemplifies what makes this wine region so special,” said TVWA Executive Director Krista Chaich. “Ours is a story of dreamers and curious entrepreneurs who saw the promise of this extraordinary region and poured their hearts and souls into building Temecula Valley into what it is today. It’s about the artistry, care and craftsmanship that Temecula Valley winemakers dedicate to growing quality wine grapes and making premium, award-winning wines year after year. Over the past five decades, we’ve triumphed over adversity, challenges and skeptics to emerge a bright, burgeoning wine destination, whose wines can compete on the world stage, and whose visitors delight in the discovery of all that Temecula Valley has to offer. I know I am not alone in being immensely proud of this region. We invite you, our neighbors, to join us in this milestone celebration and hope to see you in wine country soon.”
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2018 NETWORKING MIXERS The TVCC monthly networking events give you an opportunity to meet top business leaders, network with peers, and forge powerful partnerships for your business. Sponsorships are available and are a great opportunity to promote your business.
THE COFFEE CONNECTION The Coffee Connection is a casual, open-house style networking event held the first Friday of each month from 8:00am-9:30am at the Temecula Chamber office. It is attended by 50-70 people and there is no charge to attend. Enjoy a cup of coffee on us, visit business vendor tables and meet local business representatives. Join us for the upcoming events on Friday, August 3rd and Friday, September 7th.
THE BUSINESS MIXER The Business Mixer is an evening networking opportunity held at a TVCC Member business. These events are held the third Wednesday each month from 5:30-7:30 pm. They feature appetizers from local restaurants, refreshments from Temecula wineries & breweries, entertainment, prize drawings and more TVCC members are complimentary and future member’s fee is $20 to attend. We look forward to seeing you at the next Mixer!
THE MORNING MIXER The Morning Mixer is a unique networking opportunity held the 4th Wednesday each month at BJ’s Restaurant in Temecula from 7:30 -9:00am. Enjoy complimentary coffee, continental breakfast, a few short presentations by local businesses, prize drawings and the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business to over 75 people. During the summer months, July, August & September, this event is complimentary for everyone! Be sure to invite a friend to attend with you! Join us for the upcoming 2018 Morning Mixers on July 25th, August 22nd and September 26th.
TVCC BOARD OF DIRECTOR
NOMINATIONS!
Now is your chance to nominate a fellow TVCC member for the Chamber’s board of directors. All candidates must be members of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce for a minimum of one year and have served as an active member of a TVCC committee and/or other local non-profit organization. Only TVCC members can nominate a candidate. Deadline to receive nominations is 5:00pm, Friday, September 14th, 2018. To receive a nomination form contact TVCC President/CEO Alice Sullivan at asullivan@temecula.org
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S 2018 WOMEN IN BUSINESS:
“SUCCEEDING TOGETHER” Thursday, September 6, 2018 8am –1pm Pechanga Resort & Casino 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula
The 12th Annual Women In Business event will take place at the beautiful South Coast Winery Resort & Spa. Join the TVCC for an event that focuses on providing an opportunity for women to network with each other, find resources, mentorship and receive additional education and support.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2018
STUDENTS OF THE YEAR
The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce eight outstanding Temecula students as 2018 Student of the Year. Each of these students received a college scholarship valued at $1,550 from the Temecula and Murrieta business community. The students and their families were treated to a formal breakfast at Sizzler Restaurant in Murrieta on Thursday, May 10, 2018. The students were commended by numerous business sponsors and were each awarded plaques and certificates from Local, County, State and US dignitaries. Every year, the Student of the Month recipients compete through a rigorous application and essay process to be selected as the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Students of the Year. The Student of the Month Program has honored students in Temecula since 1993 which was founded by Sally A. Myers of Sizzler/BMW Management Inc. All gifts, meals and scholarships are donated by the generosity of the business community. The 2018 Students of the Year are: • Chaparral High School: Andra Deaconn
• Great Oak High School: Michelle DeMers
• Linfield Christian High School: Mariana Arino
• Rancho Christian High School: Jacob Davies • Rancho Vista High School: Olivia Vasquez • Susan H. Nelson High School: Mia Prim
• Temecula Preparatory School: Nicklas Wright • Temecula Valley High School: Andrea Hilton
The Student of the Year Breakfast would not be possible without the many sponsors that contribute to the program. The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the sponsors for recognizing the importance of education and the community. For a complete list of sponsors, please visit http://temecula.org/student-of-the-month/. For more information on how to be a part of this amazing program, please call Brooke Nunn at (951) 676-5090. Photo: Jimmy Fu-tography
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We look forward to seeing your business represented at this great event. Many sponsorships are available. Be on the lookout for more information. If you are interested in participating as a sponsor, exhibitor or event guest please contact Brooke Nunn at brooke@temecula.org or (951) 676-5090.
CITY OF TEMECULA JOBS
STEADILY ON THE RISE
Recent job statistics from the State of California Employment Development Department (EDD) reported a 10% rise in employment rates since 2014 in the City of Temecula – equating to more than 5,300 jobs created since first quarter 2014. Reports state jobs are at an all-time high with second quarter 2017 statistics reporting 54,231 total jobs within the city limits. The City experiences steady employment growth as economic development continues to be a mainstay in its effort to create jobs locally, enhance local economy and improve the quality of life of its residents. Mayor Matt Rahn commented “I’m pleased to see Temecula continues to attract reputable companies and developers; we embrace new businesses coming into the community.” Rahn added “The City continues to strive to enhance job opportunities and create an ecosystem that strengthens our local economy.” EDD also reports a total increase of 16% in employment rates since first quarter 2014 in Southwest Riverside County – accounting for over 11,900 additional jobs in the region. “We continue to work toward building a community that can live, work and play here in town by focusing our efforts on business attraction, retention and creating jobs,” says Kisa Puckett, Office of Economic Development. With several upcoming hotels, restaurants and retail being sought after, the addition of a state-of-the-art Mt. San Jacinto College campus, and a focus on capitalizing on growing industries, the City of Temecula foresees continuous growth as more job opportunities become available and new developments materialize.
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18/8 Fine Men’s Salon of Temecula 39694 Winchester Road, Ste. B Temecula, CA 92591 www.EighteenEight.com/temecula-ca/
Academy Mortgage 3 Betterworld Circle, Ste. 200 Temecula, CA 92590 www.AcademyMortgage.com
Basic Elements Academy, Inc. 39040 Sky Canyon Drive, Ste. 110 Murrieta, CA 92563 www.BasicElementsAcademy.com
Courtyard by Marriott 25419 Madison Avenue Murrieta, CA 92562 www.Marriott.com/onttc
Crop Productions Services, Inc. 28690 Las Haciendas Street Temecula, CA 92590 www.cpsagu.com
Down4Hope Temecula, CA 92591 www.Down4Hope.com
Hope Lutheran Church 29043 Vallejo Avenue Temecula, CA 92592 www.HopeTemecula.org
Jerome’s Dream Shop Mattresses 26480 Ynez Rd. Temecula, CA 92591 www.Jeromes.com
Kannaway Murrieta, CA 92563
KND Financial 43537 Ridge Park Drive Temecula, CA 92590 www.KNDFinancial.com
Murrieta/Temecula Interfaith Council 42690 Margarita Road Temecula, CA 92592
Nations Reliable Lending (NRL Mortgage) 1 Better World Circle, Ste. 100 Temecula, CA 92590 www.nrlmortgage.com
New Palace Realty 28475 Old Town Front Street, Ste. E Temecula, CA 92590 www.NewPalaceRealty.com
Old Town Survival Supply Temecula, CA 92592 www.OldTownSurvivalSupply.com
REACH Air Medical Services / AirMedCare Network 37610 Sky Canyon Drive Murrieta, CA 92563 www.AirMedCareNetwork.com
Urbane Cafe 40688 Winchester Road Temecula, CA 92591 www.UrbaneCafe.com
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NEW MEMBERS 102.5 The Vine - KGGN-FM 26089 Girard Street Hemet, CA 92544 (480) 250-1079 www.1025thevine.org Community & Government & Non-Profit
Comprehensive Autism Center, Inc. 26720 Ynez Court Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 813-4034 www.CAC.co Healthcare & Wellness
Golden Eagle Properties 41593 Winchester Rd. Suite 102 Temecula, CA 92590 (951)805-4992 www.goldeneagleproperties.com Real Estate & Construction
QC Manufacturing 43352 Business Park Drive Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 325-6340 www.QuietCoolSystems.com Industrial & Manufacturing
Advanced Security Technologies 5053 La Mart Drive, Ste. 206 Riverside, CA 92507 (951) 259-0956 www.AST-Security.com Home & Commercial & Garden
Courtyard by Marriott 25419 Madison Avenue Murrieta, CA 92562 (951) 698-1300 www.Marriott.com/onttc Hotels & Travel & Tourism
Golden West Diagnostics, LLC 27625 Commerce Center Dr. Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 699-0957 www.GoldenWestDiagnostics.com Industrial & Manufacturing
ReviewBuzz 3156 Vista Way, Ste. 300 Oceanside, CA 92056 (760) 407-8080 www.ReviewBuzz.com Advertising & Media
Ameresco Solar 42191 Zevo Drive Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 600-1130 www.Ameresco.com Home & Commercial & Garden
Craft Brewing Company Tasting Room 41955 4th Street, Ste. 101 Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 506-0555 www.CraftBrewingCompany.com Restaurants & Food & Beverages
Hardy Realtors 43533 Ridge Park Drive Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 595-0517 www.AskHardy.com Real Estate & Construction
Reyes Insurance Services, Inc. 41593 Winchester Road, Ste. 200 Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 526-2016 www.DeborahReyesInsurance.com Finance & Insurance
Bank Of America 31934 Temecula Parkway Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 652-2554 sbbankers.bankofamerica.com/ claudette.s.anderson Finance & Insurance
Cross Creek Golf Club 43860 Glen Meadows Road Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 506-3402 www.CrossCreekGolfClub.com Sports & Recreation
Jerome’s Dream Shop Mattresses 26480 Ynez Rd. Temecula, CA 92591 (866) 633-4094 www.Jeromes.com Shopping & Retail
Sears 40710 Winchester Road Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 719-3500 www.Sears.com Shopping & Retail
DeGrave Communications 40575 California Oaks Road, D-2137 Murrieta, CA 92562 (951) 764-0865 www.DeGravePR.com Advertising & Media
Kannaway Murrieta, CA 92563 (650) 533-0252 Healthcare & Wellness
Shore Capital Corporation 28765 Single Oak Dr. #110 Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 992-2790 Real Estate & Construction
BenBridge Jeweler 40820 Winchester Road, Ste. 2265 Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 587-4242 www.BenBridge.com Shopping & Retail Blue Ribbon Cruise & Travel, Inc. 43980 Mahlon Vail Road #2804 Temecula, CA 92592 (951) 303-6256 www.BlueRibbonCruise.com Hotels & Travel & Tourism Bonnie Foster Productions 2233 Manchester Avenue #4 Cardiff, CA 92007 (858) 967-0167 www.BonnieFosterProductions.com Entertainment & Events Cafe Rio Mexican Grill 40705 Winchester Road Temecula, CA 92591 www.CafeRio.com Restaurants & Food & Beverages CDM Inc. 29980 Temecula Parkway Temecula, CA 92592 (909) 938-0979 www.CDM-Inc.net Real Estate & Construction Coldwell Banker Associate Brokers Brenda Aguilar 40355 Murrieta Hot Springs Murrieta, CA 92563 (951) 236-7263 Real Estate & Construction Colonial Life - Li-Mor Raviv Temecula, CA 92592 (786) 277-9638 www.ColonialLife.com Finance & Insurance
Devilicious Eatery 28693 Old Town Front Street, Ste. 104 Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 506-4024 www.DeviliciousEatery.com Restaurants & Food & Beverages DISC and Beyond Murrieta, CA 92562 (401) 258-4252 www.discandbeyond.com Business & Professional Services Envision This! 41690 Ivy Street, Ste. C8 Murrieta, CA 92562 (951) 426-0688 www.EnvisionThisLife.com Business & Professional Services Fadaie Insurance Services, Inc. 27290 Madison Avenue, Ste. 100 Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 506-9780 www.FadaieInsurance.com Finance & Insurance Feel Better Massage & Bodywork 31045 Temecula Parkway, Ste. 205 Temecula, CA 92592 (951) 553-3923 www.FeelBetter.me Personal Services & Care First Team Real Estate - Temecula 29121 Overland Drive Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 775-5163 Real Estate & Construction
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Kim Meeker Realty Group 41463 Margarita Rd. Suite 100 Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 234-2272 www.KimMeeker.com Real Estate & Construction LA Fitness 31165 Temecula Parkway, Ste. 3 Temecula, CA 92592 (949) 307-6764 www.LAFitness.com Healthcare & Wellness LouCal Management Group PO Box 28369 San Diego, CA 92198 (619) 847-2795 Shopping & Retail Lunamare Escapes 40675 California Oaks Road, Ste. F Murrieta, CA 92562 (951) 461-7453 www.LunaMareEscapes.com Hotels & Travel & Tourism Old Rose Tattoo 29073 Overland Drive, Ste. J Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 699-1981 www.OldRoseTattoo.com Personal Services & Care Old Town Survival Supply Temecula, CA 92592 (951) 306-7511 www.OldTownSurvivalSupply.com Shopping & Retail PUNCHbold Menifee, CA 92586 (951) 821-6834 www.PUNCHbold.com Advertising & Media
Sinha, Arun K. Murrieta, CA 92563 (951) 757-6456 Community & Government & Non-Profit Southern California Retirement Council Temecula, CA 92591 (877) 745-0008 www.FinancialWellnessPros.com Finance & Insurance State Farm Insurance - Jerrod Novodoczky 31205 Pauba Road, Ste. 104 Temecula, CA 92592 (951) 694-5330 www.InsuredByJerrod.com Finance & Insurance Sugar Divaz LLC 41923 2nd Street, Unit 104 Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 414-6044 www.SugarDivaz.com Restaurants & Food & Beverages Sustainable Fitness Solutions 287870 Old Town Front Street, Ste. B10 Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 757-5171 Healthcare & Wellness Symbiotic AG Products 26895 Aliso Creek Road, B941 Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (949) 891-5053 www.SymbioticAG.com Environment & Utilities TeamLogic IT 28936 Old Town Front Street, Ste. 103 Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 404-5800 www.TeamLogicIT.com/TemeculaCA Computers & IT & Technology
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Law Office of Robin Johnson Les Schwab Leslie A. Doherty & Company, P.C. Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP Lovely Little Ladies Salon & Boutique Magical Adventure Balloon Rides Magnetic Creative MaidPro of Temecula and Murrieta Manpower Melody’s Ad Works, Inc. Mexico Cafe, The Miller-Jones Mortuary & Crematory MorrisonMcNabb/James R. McLaughlin Motel 6 Mt. San Jacinto College -Temecula Education Complex Mufflers West Auto Services NAMI - Temecula Valley National Charity League, Inc., Temecula Valley Chapter National Merchants Association Neighborhood Healthcare Neighbors Newspaper Network Funding New Day Solar Nothing Bundt Cakes - Temecula OTT Development Pacific Advisors - Tom Somers Pacific Construction Analysts, Inc. Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac Payroll Plus, Inc. PKC Kuebler, APC Premier Marketing Premier Pools and Spas Premier Solar Cleaning Promenade Temecula ProSites, Inc. R.E.E. Mechanical, Inc. Rady Children’s Hospital / Rady Children’s Healthcare Rancho Army-Navy Store Rancho Community Church Rancho Endodontics Raymond Querido Insurance Agency Real Estate Places - Denyse Wilson Redhawk Auto Service Reflections Pool & Spa Services RipTide Systems Riverside County Law Library Resource Center Robert Renzoni Vineyards & Winery Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill
Ruff and Ready Moving San Joaquin Valley College SDL Real Estate & Property Management Shafer & MacRae, CPA’s Shred and Go Sierra Pacific Farms, Inc. Sleep Number SoCal Home Remodelers So-Cal Inspection & Safety Services Sonoma at Mapleton STAT Horse Sanctuary Sunil Sethi Real Estate Superior Restoration Sweet Oaks Ranch TEDxTemecula Temecula 24 Hour Urgent Care Temecula Carpets, Inc. Temecula Citizen Corps Temecula Creek Optometry Temecula Education Foundation Temecula Facial Oral Surgery Temecula Lanes Temecula Lavender Co. Temecula Realty Temecula Tutor Temecula Valley Drywall, Inc. / Timberlake Painting Temecula Valley Golf School Temecula Valley Hospital Temecula Valley Music for Young Children Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association Temple Beth Sholom Tom’s Foreign Autohouse, Inc. Tri Valley Medical Weight Control Truly Madly Sweetly Bake Shop TST Water, LLC Tyler & Bursch, LLP Van-A-GoGo Mobile Painting Parties The Vein Clinic of Temecula Valley / Visage Aesthetic Center Vina De Lestonnac Ministry Center Vineyards at Paseo Del Sol Vista Promenade Apartments Welcome Wagon Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) Which Wich Superior Sandwiches Wilson Creek Winery Wise Choice Cleaning Company Wolfgang Capital, LLC World Landscape, Inc.
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with his dad, Kirk decided to purchase the property at 27378 Jefferson Avenue with the intention to build the valley’s first Full Service Car Wash and offer gasoline, oil changes as well as auto detailing. At the time, the area was called Rancho California. The small town had not yet become an incorporated City, so the County of Riverside was in control of development. Rancho Car Wash was the second car wash in all of Southern California with a double tunnel at the time. The first was Joe’s location in Artesia called Big Penny Car Wash.
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CELEBRATES 30 YEARS Rancho Car Wash on Jefferson Avenue and Winchester Road is celebrating 30 years in business. It was all started when Joe Kuzmanic, son of immigrant parents from Croatia, built his first car wash in the small town of San Pedro in 1959. In 1965, Joe’s San Pedro Car Wash was the first to become an automated car wash in Southern California. He realized that automation would benefit the industry which led him to become a distributor of Hanna Car Wash Systems in the late 60’s. Joe went on to facilitate renovation and development of over 150 car washes in California over the next two decades. He also designed a system to recycle wash water saving operators and the environment water usage. Fresh water used to wash a car went from 150 gallons down to under 20 gallons. Joe’s design is still being used today at nearly all locations. He was recognized and received an award from Mayor Sam Yorty and the City of L.A. for saving billions of gallons of water by implementing his system. In the early 60’s, Joe and a few other operators started the California Car Wash Association which enabled members to learn from each other and open a path of dialogue with regulatory agencies to help protect the environment’s water resources. That association now encompasses 12 western states with over 2,000 member car washes. At one time, Joe and his partner owned and operated 7 car washes in Southern California. In 1978, Joe’s son Kirk joined his company. Kirk started as a line employee and eventually earned an Assistant Manager position which later led to a Manager position at one location. Kirk eventually became responsible for 2 car washes and in 1983 became a part owner in the company. When Joe moved to the Temecula Valley in 1984 he was one of the founders of Bear Creek Golf Club and built his home in La Cresta. In 1986, Joe asked Kirk to meet him in Temecula on the end of a small freeway off-ramp called Winchester Road. They met on the dirt corner with no development in sight other than a Jack In the Box, a small office building and a Stater Bros market off in the distance. Joe introduced Kirk to Jim Roberts of Rancon Real Estate and Mark Esbensen of Westmar Real Estate and together
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Opening day of Rancho Car Wash in June of 1988 was the busiest start of any car wash Joe had previously developed. The demand for quality service, convenience, lowest gasoline prices in the valley and value was evident from day one! That opening month, Rancho Car Wash washed over 13,000 cars and sold nearly 150,000 gallons of fuel. Joe’s insight and belief in his staff and product was a success! A developer noticed the success of Rancho Car Wash and built another full-service car wash on Rancho California Road at Moraga Road in 1990. In April, 1991, Joe and Kirk purchased that location from the struggling operator. The local economy went through some tough times for the next 5 years and so did the car wash industry. Teamwork and dedication to the core beliefs that the company was built on got the company through those tough years. In 1994, Joe was in an auto accident which left him a quadriplegic confined to a wheel chair. But, that did not stop Joe from pursuing his love of the business and life. In the year’s that followed, Joe traveled to Europe, fished in Alaska with his sons and grandsons and married a lovely woman. He eventually made Palm Springs his permanent residents in 1998. In 2007, with a strong urging from Joe, Kirk and Joe purchased a failing full service car wash in Palm Springs called Airport Car Wash. Under Joe’s direction, Airport Car Wash became success. In 2002, Joe’s grandson, Kirk’s son Kirk Jr. joined the family business. “Junior’s” passion for the business is as strong as his father and grandfather’s. A third generation “bumper wiper”! This past year, Joe’s health began to suffer which led to his peaceful death on April 9th of this year. In celebration of Joe’s love of his business and 30 years of gratitude to Temecula and Murrieta residents patronage, Kirk is rolling back the price of a FULL SERVICE CAR WASH to what it was in 1988! For the entire month of June, Rancho and Temecula Car Wash locations will provide FULL SERVICE CAR WASHES FOR $6.99. Let the Kuzmanic Family thank you for all the year’s of service to you. Let our friendly staff serve you! Some of our staff have been with us the entire 30 years, others 25 years, and some 20 years. Let us clean your windows inside and out. Let us wipe your car dry. All this while you relax in our air conditioned, comfortable lobby. For those of you that have been coming over the years, THANK YOU FOR YOUR LOYALTY. For those of you that don’t know us, please come by and meet us! We guarantee your complete satisfaction. Join our Loyalty Club for just $34.99 per month and get UNLIMITED FULL SERVICE CAR WASHES. We plan to be here another 30 years to serve you!
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NAMES NEW CEO AS BOARD SETS NEW GOALS TO MAXIMIZE OUTREACH
“We are thrilled with the opportunity to bring such a seasoned leader and Boys & Girls Club professional to the Southwest Riverside County organization,” remarked Boys & Girls Club Chairman of the Board, Edward Miller. “As our valley changes, we see greater need for these youth services throughout the county. Shelly has a long, successful history of growing Boys & Girls Club organizations in Southern California, and we are confident that she is the right person at the right time to advance our efforts and positively impact the lives of our local youth.” The Boys & Girls Club of Southwest County expects to serve 1,500 kids at three locations including Temecula, Murrieta and Lake Elsinore in 2018. The organization continues to grow and the need for services increases year over year. “Our sites fill a need schools and city recreational departments are unable to meet. The Club is committed
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Looking to connect with millennials? With the median age in Temecula being 35, it’s time to join Valley Young Professionals. VYP is a division of the Temecula Chamber for those 21-40 in age to network and get to know one another. It is crucial for the future leaders to become part of the community and get involved now! Membership is discounted for current chamber members and affordable for non-members. Networking mixers, education, and extra recognition are all included! Check it out! For more information contact Kara Hotz, VYP Director at (951) 676-5090 or kara@temecula.org
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MONTE CARLO EXTRAVAGANZA! You are not going to want to miss this year’s MonteCarlo Extravaganza! This year’s event will take place Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at Wilson Creek Winery from 5:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy opportunity drawings Las Vegas style gaming, brewery competition, food, music and much more! Try your hand at Poker, Black Jack or Texas Hold ‘Em. Attendees will also have the chance to win a Grand Prize of $1,000 or $500 that will be given away at the end of the event! Tickets are $25 pre-sale which includes $200 in play money. Tickets will be sold at the door for $30 but includes only $100 in play money, so get your tickets early! Also, don’t miss out on the Poker Tournament. Reservations are available and seating is limited. This event offers you a great opportunity to market your business to over 350 attendees. We have many levels of sponsorships available. Sponsorship provides exposure of your company to many local businesses. If you are interested in making sure your business is recognized at this event, contact the Chamber to find out how at 951-676-5090 or jennifer@temecula.org.
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Tuesday July 10th 9:00am-12:00pm – “Developing a Winning Business Plan” @ TVE2, 43200 Business Park Drive 12:00-1:30pm – Business Encounter @ TVCC Wednesday, July 11th 8:00–9:00am – Membership Committee Meeting @ TVCC Thursday July 12th 8:30-10:00am – The Professionals Collective “Arts & Culture” @TVCC
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Wednesday, August 2nd 9:00-10:30am – VYP Leadership Committee Meeting @TVCC 3:30-5:00pm – Open House @ TVCC
Wednesday, August 8th 8:00-9:00am – Membership Committee Meeting @ TVCC Friday, August 10th 9:00-11:00am - Professional Development - “Social Media Summer School” @ TVCC
Tuesday, August 7th 12:00-1:30pm – Power Networking Workshop @ TVCC
Tuesday, August 14th 12:00-1:30pm – Business Encounter @ TVCC
Tuesday, August 14th 12:00-1:30pm – Business Encounter @ TVCC
Wednesday, August 15th 5:30-7:30pm – Mixer @ City of Temecula, 41000 Main Street
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Friday, September 14th 8:30-9:30am – Ambassador Training @ TVCC
Tuesday, September 11th 12:00-1:30pm – Business Encounter @ TVCC
Monday, September 17th 12:00-1:30pm – Southwest California Legislative Council @ SRCAR, 26529 Jefferson Avenue
Thursday, September 13th 8:30-10:00am – The Professionals Collective “Retail” @ TVCC
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Thursday, July 26th 5:30-7:30pm – VYP Mixer @ Craft Brewing Company, 41955 4th St #101 Friday, July 27th 9:00-11:00am - Professional Development - “Social Media Summer School” @ TVCC
Thursday, July 26th 7:30-9:00am – TVCC Board Meeting @ TVCC
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Wednesday, September 19th 5:30-8:30pm – Monte Carlo Extravaganza @ Wilson Creek Winery, 35960 Rancho California Road Thursday, September 20th 9:00-11:00am – SBDC “Human Resources Compliance and Best Practices” @ TVE2, 43200 Business Park Drive
Wednesday, September 26th 7:30-9:15pm – Morning Mixer @ BJ’s Restaurant, 26500 Ynez Road Thursday, September 27th 7:30-9:00am – TVCC Board Meeting @ TVCC 5:30-7:30pm – VYP Mixer
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buildings, starting in 2020, including one that would require all new construction of both residential and commercial/industrial buildings be all-electric, including retrofit of existing structures. As if California business and homeowners don’t have enough to contend with. Another bill seeks to tax California businesses ½ of any tax savings they may realize from the new Federal tax program. Yet other bills mandate additional overtime considerations, expanded sick leave, and the disclosure of payroll data and personal information. The kinds of measures that only people who have never worked in private sector jobs or signed the front of a paycheck could come up with.
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But the SWCLC has the ear of our local legislators and regularly informs them of our support or opposition to these measures, lobbies in Sacramento for amendments to make bills more business friendly, and publishes an annual report card detailing how our local legislators voted on these measures. Because businesses, employers and employees need to know what affects their job. So as you consider whether your visit to the Temecula Valley will be a brief stay to enjoy all we have to offer, or something more permanent, consider what your local Chamber brings to the economy here and what the Southwest California Legislative Council could do for your business. The Council meets the 3rd Monday of every month at the Realtor House, 26529 Jefferson Avenue. Hear what your Legislators have to say about doing business in the Temecula Valley.
There are many reasons to visit the Temecula Valley, and many compelling reasons for visitors to convert their visit into permanent residence. Those reasons include our temperate climate, proximity to natural attractions like the beach and mountains, award winning schools, affordable housing and an expanding base of good jobs encouraged by fiscally prudent city governments and supportive Chambers of Commerce. While Chambers by nature are great resources for business attraction and retention, the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce was recently recognized with a President’s Circle Award by the California Chamber of Commerce for their outstanding work in the region, their community outreach, and legislative advocacy. Few Chambers can claim the successful record of advocacy on behalf of their business members that TVCC has. The TVCC was a charter founding member of the Southwest California Legislative Council over 14 years ago. The SWCLC is an advocacy coalition comprised of six local Chambers taking an active role in our state government on behalf of local business interests. Mid-way through the current legislative session, the SWCLC has adopted positions on over 65 separate bills in Sacramento that in one way or another would have an impact on local employers. The Council has singled out over 20 bills for support including measures allowing employers and employees to determine their own flexible schedules without incurring overtime costs; an ability for business owners to address potential ADA violations without threat of nuisance lawsuits; encouraging the state to start planning for recycling and disposal or automobile LiO batteries; and a bevy of CEQA bills aimed at expediting the development process to address the current housing shortage without weakening critical environmental safeguards. Unfortunately the Council has also had to oppose more than 40 bills so far that would in some way increase costs and regulatory requirements for our business owners, especially our small business owners who have fewer resources available to deal with these issues. For example, two bills in process would mandate Zero energy, or energy neutral
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