Business Focus - June 2016 by Whittier Chamber

Business Focus Cynthia Nickell from the Rio Hondo College Foundation promotes her events and programs at May’s Wake Up Whittier

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Connecting the business and residential communities.

A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE WHITTIER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

STATE OF THE CITY City Manager, Mayor to unveil new development projects & challenges at State of the City Address

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City of Whittier staff and leaders, including Mayor Joe Vinatieri and City Manager Jeff Collier, will reflect on City accomplishments from the past year, discuss current economic concerns and review plans for the future, including steps to ensure the health and stability of Whittier, at the annual State of the City Address presented by the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Development Committee. This popular event, sponsored by Republic Services and Athens Services, is open to all business owners and residents of Whittier and will be held on Thursday, June 16 at the Radisson Hotel, 7320 Greenleaf Ave. Registration and breakfast will open at 8:00 a.m. Tickets are $20 per person. This year’s Address will highlight development projects along Whittier Boulevard and throughout the City as well as infrastructure updates and the City budget. “There are a bunch of exciting things to report this year,” explained City Manager Jeff Collier. Officials will also provide the latest

information on the Nelles development, the former Board Ford & Cadillac sites, expansion plans at PIH Health and more. The City’s future challenges, opportunities and needs will also be outlined. “The Whittier Chamber is pleased to provide access to our local elected and city officials and host this important event for our community,” stated Chamber President Chris Hardeman. “There are some exciting opportunities for our City right now and the State of the City Address is an excellent chance for local businesses owners and residents to get the latest information about our community,” added Economic Development Committee chair Ben Greer. Take advantage of this opportunity to hear firsthand what exciting developments are occurring around Whittier by attending this event on June 16. To RSVP for the Whittier Chamber’s 2016 State of the City Address, please call the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554 or register conveniently online at www.whittierchamber.com.

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City of Whittier seeks to partner with Uptown Property Owners to promote revitalization The City of Whittier has retained a consultant and is working with Uptown Whittier property owners on a longterm revitalization strategy for the Uptown area. Both the Uptown Whittier Specific Plan (adopted in November 2008) and the Uptown Whittier Parking Management Plan Ordinance (adopted in February 2011) recommend investigating the formation of a new district in Uptown to provide for special maintenance, operation and capital improvements. In December 2015, the City Council approved a contract with New City America to work with property owners to assist with the formation of a new Uptown Whittier Community Benefit Assessment District (CBD). Upon completion of that effort, the City Council is poised to allocate approximately $12 million in funds for infrastructure improvements in Uptown such as a new parking structure on Comstock, sewer and water capacity improvements and streetscape planning. The new Benefit District financing tool could fund improvements and services that can be tailored by the property owners to bring the highest return on investment for the Uptown area. Because the funds cannot, by law, be used outside of the new district boundaries, all money generated would

stay in Uptown. More importantly, as a property owner, the City would pay into the program the same as any property owner. The process of reaching out and surveying Uptown property owners will take at least another month to complete and the next step in the process will include an initial benefit service plan and engineering cost estimates as well as public input, a petition drive and a mail ballot vote to establish the district. It is anticipated that this will take place in the fall of 2016. Future public hearings will also be scheduled as the timeline extends through the summer. Similar CBDs have proven to increase property values and economic vitality in many communities throughout California and the nation, including Los Angeles, Glendale, San Diego, Berkeley and Salinas. Uptown Whittier already contains tremendous assets and the City believes that implementing a CBD will lead to the next level of revitalization. If you are an Uptown property owner and you have not received the brief Uptown Whittier CBD survey that was mailed to you, please visit http://newcityamerica.com/newdistricts or contact Conal McNamara at (562) 567-9320.

Whittier City Council moves swiftly to end Uptown trash problem Due to a growing problem of overflowing trash receptacles in the Uptown area and complaints from businesses and residents, at their recent budget study session, the Whittier City Council voted to spend $6,600 more per year to add a Sunday trash collection. The Council agreed to begin the service immediately. “We applaud the City Council for moving quickly to remedy this situation,” stated Chamber Board President Chris Hardeman from DialMed Home Care. “Working together - the City, the Uptown businesses and community members - we can collectively do our part to help grow our Uptown and exercise

personal responsibility to keep it clean. We must cherish this wonderful part of town,” Hardeman continued. Keeping our Uptown business district in tip top shape is something on the forefront of the new City Council’s minds. “The City Council and I are invested in keeping the historic Uptown area clean and presentable and are directing millions of dollars to infrastructure improvements that will foster business and job development,” stated Mayor Joe Vinatieri. “We’re working now with the property owners on long term solutions for the funding for maintaining those common area improvements,” explained Vinatieri of the current quest to form

a new Uptown Whittier Community Benefit District to provide for special maintenance, operation and capital improvements.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE 2016-2017 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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President Chris Hardeman

President Chris Hardeman, DialMed Home Care Immediate Past President Rudy Hernandez, RMH Dance & Productions President-elect & VP Membership Laurie Perschbacher, MAP Property Management & Property Services VP Administration Elizabeth Martinez, Republic Services VP Business Information Debra Legan, PIH Health VP Community Affairs La Donna Munier, Friendly Hills Bank VP Finance Greg Nicodemus, Credit Union of Southern California VP Networking and Marketing Gary Lee Martinez, The Traveling Traveler VP Special Events Carolyn Reggio, CAPC, Inc.

Happy June! Last month I mentioned I would tell you a story... Long ago, in a large European Kingdom, there lived a royal family who were very good to the people of the Kingdom. The royal family consisted of a King and Queen and their only child, the Prince. As you can imagine the Prince (who was soon turning 13 and an only child) had almost anything his heart desired. Despite this, the Prince wasn’t spoiled and was overwhelming loved by the people of the Kingdom. The Prince’s birthday was close and the King and Queen could not decide what present their son would like. He already had everything a child’s heart could desire. Three days before his birthday, the King and Queen asked the Prince what he would like for his birthday. Without hesitation he answered, “I would like to hear the loudest sound there ever was, louder than a thunder clap or a cannon ball. A thousand times that loud!”

After much debate with the King’s advisors it was decided that, collectively, all the people of the Kingdom, together in the same place, would scream and cheer at the same time to make the loudest sound the Prince had ever heard. For two days the king’s men went to every person in the Kingdom and told them to be at the castle first thing on the morning of the Prince’s birthday. On that day, when a special flag was raised, everyone would scream as loud as they could to create the loudest sound there ever was. It would be in honor of the Prince and collectively a wonderful event in the Kingdom. After the great sound was made, the King would treat the entire Kingdom to a feast in celebration of the Prince. It was the morning of the birthday and the people of the Kingdom had arrived at the castle. The Prince and his parents stepped out on a balcony and the King signaled for the flag to be raised. Great anticipation grew in the Prince and the entire population of the kingdom. Pull by pull the flag raised higher, and higher, and higher! And as the flag reached the top a great hush came over the crowd. And then...not a single sound was heard. The King was furious. How could his people betray his son like this? He sent his advisers into the crowd to tell them the feast was canceled. After speaking with

many of the people the advisors rushed back to the King to report what they had learned. The people loved the Prince, but they thought the idea was so wonderful that they wanted to hear it too. Ultimately each person they spoke to had decided they wouldn’t be able to hear the sound if they were yelling. After all, they thought, was just one missing voice going to make any difference at all? They were so sorry for the Prince and vowed from that point on to work together and to do their part to assure success in their Kingdom. The end! Are you a “listener” or a “noise maker”? Together, with one voice, we can make a difference! By now you know Whittier’s Uptown District is very important to me, and I am eager to begin the process of its revitalization. Thank you for visiting the stores and restaurants in Uptown. As I see it, Whittier has three areas that bring people from outside our city into our city: The Hellman Hiking Trail, PIH Health, and Uptown Whittier. If we can connect the hikers to Uptown Whittier on the weekends everyone wins. Outside dollars coming into our city is a great benefit. We have to think smart and strategically about this, but there is great opportunity here.

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DIRECTORS Leighton Anderson, Bewley, Lassleben & Miller Cheryl Estep, State Farm Insurance Dr. Ramsey Ezaki, Ezaki Dentistry Oscar Hernandez, Boys’ & Girls’ Club of Whittier John Hsu, STC Management Greg Gunter, Greg’s Auto Body Nick Kiouftis, California Grill Krista Lesa, The Quad at Whittier Tom Rios, Brookdale Uptown Whittier Kim Praster, Ladybugs Environmental Termite & Pest Yuki Sato, Kenkou Acupuncture Bryan Tabizon, Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary

STAFF Executive Directors Carol Crosby & Lyn Carty Event & Member Relations Coordinator Natalie Saenz Receptionist Jessica Reyes Bookkeeper Amber Lawrence Whittier Chamber Business Focus Official monthly publication of the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce This publication is mailed monthly to all licensed businesses in the city of Whittier, all Whittier Chamber members and 4,500 Whittier residents in selected areas. Papers are also distributed via various community locations such as Whittier Library, Community Center, Senior Center, City Hall, etc. Total monthly readership is 20,000. We welcome comments, press releases and community interest stories. All submissions are due by the 10th of the month prior to publication. The Whittier Chamber reserves the right to approve and edit submitted material. The Business Focus is also an excellent vehicle within which to advertise! For current advertising rates or to submit an article, email info@whittierchamber.com or call (562) 698-9554.

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$ TAX TIPS Home Office Expense Deductions for a Self-Employed Taxpayer (Part 2 of 2) Richard Scrivanich As you may recall, in last month’s Tax Tips we began a discussion concerning the IRS rules applicable to home office expense deductions for self-employed taxpayers. In this article, we’ll wrap up our discussion of the IRS rules concerning these deductions. Separate structures. You’re entitled to home office deductions for a home office, used exclusively and on a regular basis for business, that’s located in a separate unattached structure on the same property as your home—for example, an unattached garage, artist’s studio, workshop, or office building. Space for storing inventory or product samples. If you’re in the business of selling products at retail or wholesale,

and if your home is your sole fixed business location, you can deduct home expenses allocable to space that you use regularly (but not necessarily exclusively) to store inventory or product samples. Amount limitations on home office deductions. The amount of your home office deductions is subject to limitations based on the income attributable to your use of the home office, your residence-based deductions that aren’t dependent on use of your home for business (e.g., mortgage interest and real estate taxes), and your business deductions that aren’t attributable to your use of the home office. But any home office expenses that can’t be deducted because of these limitations may be carried over and deducted in later years. We can help you figure out how these limitations affect your home office deductions. Sales of homes with home offices. If you sell—at a profit—a

home that contains, or contained, a home office, the otherwise available $250,000/$500,000 exclusion for gain on the sale of a principal residence won’t apply to the portion of your profit equal to the amount of depreciation you claimed on the home office. In addition, the exclusion won’t apply to the portion of your profit allocable to a home office that’s separate from the dwelling unit or to any gain allocable to a period of nonqualified use (i.e., a period that the residence is not used as the principal residence of the taxpayer or his spouse or former spouse) after December 31, 2008. Otherwise, the home office won’t affect your eligibility for the exclusion. Proper planning can be the key to nailing down the optimum tax treatment for your office at home expenses. If you have any questions concerning home office expense deductions, please do not hesitate to call me at (562) 698-9891.

INDEX

President’s Massage............... 2 Tax Tips ................................... 2 Financial Update ...................... 3 Mayor’s Message .................... 4 10-4 Tips from the WPD .......... 5 What’s Cool In Your School....... 6 Salute To Service ................... 11 Community Celebrations........ 12 Wake Up Whittier ................... 13 Restaurant Row ..................... 14 Calendar................................ 14 Member Marketplace ............ 15 Around Town ....................16-17 Tasty Tuesday ........................ 18 Renewing Members............... 18 New Members ....................... 19 Networking Quote.................. 19 Milestone Members ............... 19

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Last month at Wake Up Whittier we held our annual Salute to Service Event. Wonderful non-profit service agencies provide vital services to our community. In fact, nearly 50 Whittier Chamber members are classified as non-profit agencies. Business owners and citizens of the city can collectively do so much to help sustain these vital services. If you would like to get involved or provide support for one of these agencies (and I know right now some of you reading this are thinking you should) please call the Whittier Chamber or visit our website and find which non-profit agency your heart leads you to support. Development and progress is continuing in Whittier and Chamber members are leading the way. Two new shopping centers have broken ground and they will give us even more opportunity to shop locally. To hear more about future

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City Of Whittier

UPDATE MAYOR'S MESSAGE Joe Vinatieri

May is always a busy month in our City and we were blessed to enjoy a long list of great events last month. The nonprofit organizations, service groups and businesses that participate and partner with our City are what strengthen the foundation of our community, and we appreciate their hard work and dedication to serving others throughout the year. The City’s Founders Day Celebration, Police Open House and Kiddie-Run are just a few activities that would not be possible without the support of the community. It’s always such a fun experience cheering on our local contestants at the Whittier Community Foundation’s Dancing with the Whittier Stars and this year’s event did not disappoint. Not only was it a great show, but knowing that the proceeds go directly back into our community is what makes it truly special. Thank you to those who have given so generously this year and congratulations again to all of our talented dancers! The “Salute to Service” program at the Chamber’s

Wake Up Whittier honored several of the local service groups and organizations. I tip my hat to the Chamber for recognizing the importance of our many service groups and a heartfelt thanks to our local organizations for your tireless commitment to making Whittier a better place for all. If you’ve looked around lately, you’ve probably noticed new development projects popping up around town. Here’s an update on some of the progress we’re making at some very exciting up-andcoming sites: • An official groundbreaking was held last month for the new Friendly Hills Marketplace which will be located at the corner of Whittier Boulevard and La Serna Drive and feature an Orchard Supply Hardware, Skechers, Home Goods, Rubio’s Fish Tacos and Smash Burger among a handful of other exciting soon to be named tenants. • Development has officially begun at the former Friendly Hills bowling alley site on Whittier Boulevard. The plans allow for the adaptive reuse of the building and the City is excited to have BevMo and Aldi Market coming to Whittier! • Grading and foundation activity is taking place for the 40-unit townhome development on Beverly Boulevard at the former Masonic Lodge as well as the 55-unit townhome development on Mar Vista at the former Zieman site.

• Chick-fil-A is in plan check and shortly will be coming to the Whittwood Town Center at the site of the former Johnny Carino’s restaurant. • Plans have been approved for a Starbucks, Jersey Mike’s Subs and Applebee’s at Whittier Commons, the former Saturn dealership site and construction is beginning. • Family owned and operated SuperMex restaurant, which will be moving into the former Amber Blu site on Greenleaf Avenue, is working on design plans and looks forward to joining the Uptown family later this year. • Ravello Bar & Grill will be going into the former Dattilos site and new tapas eatery The Commoner, will take over the old Canoe Café building, both on Greenleaf Avenue. I’m looking forward to sharing some of our visions for the coming year at the Whittier Chamber’s annual State of the City address later this month. All are invited to attend the event on Thursday, June 16, 2016, at the Radisson Hotel Whittier to hear more about our accomplishments from the past year, updates on current projects, and more information on what the community can expect for Fiscal Year 2016-17. As we have done in previous years, the audience will have an opportunity to ask questions of the Mayor and City Manager

Jeff Collier immediately following the presentation. For more information or to purchase a $20 ticket which will include a light breakfast, contact the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554. Summer is just around the corner and the City’s Community Services Department has some fun family events kicking off this month that you won’t want to miss. The Whittier Community Foundation will begin their summer “Movies Under the Stars” series at Parnell Park starting with “The Good Dinosaur” on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at 7:45 p.m. The monthly events will run through September and is a great opportunity to enjoy warm nights and plenty of laughs with the whole family. “Concerts in the Park” will kick off on June 27, 2016 with Beach Boys tribute band “The Longboards” at Central Park in Uptown Whittier and attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and their dancing shoes. Concerts are held Monday nights at Central Park and Thursday nights at Parnell Park from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. through the end of August. Learn more about these events and others activities by visiting the City’s website at www.cityofwhittier.org. Finally, I’d like to wish all the awesome dads out there a very happy Father’s Day! Dads, spend time with your kids and have some fun. And, have a great Day!

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Whittier’s ever-popular Summer Concerts in the Park will feature a wonderful variety of musical entertainment, designed to appeal to all ages and musical tastes. The concerts will begin earlier this summer on Monday evenings from June 27 through August 8 at Central Park, 6532 Friends Avenue, and Thursday evenings from, June 30 through August 4 at Parnell Park, 15390 Lambert Road. The concerts are held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Due to the Independence Day holiday, there will not be a concert at Central Park on Monday, July 4. The City will hold its annual Flag Raising Ceremony and Freedom Walk at Palm Park the morning of July 4. The free concerts are sponsored by the Whittier City Council, Whittier Cultural Arts and Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commissions, Whittier Cultural Arts Foundation, Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe and the Los Angeles County Arts Commission. Seating is festival-style and concertgoers may bring lawn chairs or blankets for comfort while they enjoy music under the stars. Those attending the concerts are reminded that pets, barbeques and alcoholic beverages are not allowed. The summer concerts truly offer something for everyone’s tastes. Residents may spend an evening picnicking in the park with family and friends while listening to quality musical entertainment. Better yet, don’t worry about dinner. Enjoy the variety of freshly-cooked food, including desserts, on sale by food vendors at the park. As an added bonus, the July 21 concert at Parnell Park will be enhanced by the Whittier Chamber’s Shop Local Community Expo featuring tables and booths highlighting local businesses, car displays, children’s activities, food samples, raffle prizes and more. For more information on the Summer 2016 Concerts in the Park, contact the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department at (562) 567-9400 or vsantana@cityofwhittier.org. The concert schedule is as follows:

CENTRAL PARK June 27 ...............................“Woody and the Longboards” – Beach Boys Tribute July 11................................................................... “Blackburn County” – Country July 18 .......................................................................... “Swing Cats” – Big Band July 25 .......................................................“The Band Fresh” – Latin and Top 40 August 1 ................................................“The Skinny Little Twits” – Classic Rock August 8 ........................................................................ “DSB” – Journey Tribute

PARNELL PARK June 30 ..................................................................... “Mariachi Divas” – Mariachi July 7 ..................................................... “Scot Bruce” – Elvis, the Younger Years July 14 ....................................................... “Heartache Tonight” – Eagles Tribute July 21 ......................................................................“Smooth” – Santana Tribute In conjunction with the Whittier Chamber’s “Shop Local Community Expo” event July 28 ......................................................... “Hard Days Night” – Beatles Tribute August 4 .......................................................................... “Stone Soul” – Motown In conjunction with the Police Department’s “National Night Out” program.

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UPDATE 1 Captain Michael Davis So far this year, the City of Whittier’s most popular crime by far involves thefts from vehicles. That is why I am bringing this topic forward again. We have known for many years that basic crime prevention is the most effective way to reduce the likelihood of becoming a crime victim; especially when it involves thefts from vehicles. We also know that most criminals are opportunistic in nature and will look for an easy job with the least resistance to complete their crime. Past interviews with suspects involved in this type of crime give credence to the fact that residents, visitors, and the business community can take small and simple steps to prevent thefts from vehicles, vehicle thefts and other burglaries from occurring in the city. When criminals who commit similar crimes are asked how they committed their crimes, the suspects said they spend hours walking through parking lots and residential streets checking door handles, looking into vehicles for anything of value that was visible through the windows. When they see an item, they simply smashed the window or open the

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Protect Your Property; Don’t Leave It Visible In Your Car unlocked door and take it. In other cases, the suspects said they parked in shopping centers and watched people place purses, backpacks, and other valuables in the trunk before heading to shop or use a fitness facility. When the owners walked away, the suspects smashed a window or opened the unlocked door, opened the trunk, and removed the valuables. When the suspects examined a vehicle with nothing visible through the windows, they tend to simply move on to another vehicle. These types of continued arrests and subsequent interviews should remind all of us that on any given day and any given time, hundreds of criminals are looking for an easy target; especially with the continued early release of criminals who commit these types of crimes from State Prisons and County Jails and with the reduction of some crimes to misdemeanors. The theft of purses and wallets from vehicles is a pre-cursor to identity theft and other related crimes. In

addition to the loss of valuable property, vehicle owners also bear the cost of damage to their vehicle. The lesson from these types of arrests is that a clean passenger compartment in a vehicle is most likely going to reduce your chance of being victimized. To enhance our crime prevention education campaign, Whittier police officers, Community Service Officers and volunteers have and will continue to distribute crime prevention posters and cards to businesses, apartment complexes, schools, churches, neighborhood watch captains and other locations in order to better educate vehicle owners about how to protect themselves and reduce crimes in the city. The message is very clear: LOCK YOUR VEHICLE, HIDE VALUABLES, and DON’T BE A VICTIM. If you would like to post these posters at your business for public and employee education, please contact Community Relations Officer John Scoggins at (562) 567-9208.

Michael Davis is a Captain with the Whittier Police Department and can be reached at (562) 567-9253 or via email at mdavis@cityofwhittier.org.

Spice up your summer and attend Club Parnell, a community dance night on select Fridays at Parnell Park, 15390 Lambert Road. A variety of dance nights are planned for Summer 2016. Learn different dances each evening with Rudy and Maria Hernandez, the dance professionals from “Dancing With the Whittier Stars.” Registration and social time begins at 6 p.m. with lessons starting at 6:30 p.m. A dance party, where participants can enjoy their new skills, as well as other dances, will go until 10 p.m. Light refreshments are also provided. The cost for each evening is $10. The schedule and dance styles for Summer 2016 are: June 10 – Disco Night Hits of the 1970’s and 1980’s July 8 – Motown Night Hits of the 1960’s July 15 – Ballroom Night Foxtrot, Waltz and East Coast Swing July 22 – Latin Night Salsa, Cumbia and Bachata July 29 – Swing Night East & West Coast Swing, Jitterbug and Lindy Hop August 12 – Disco Night Hits of the 1970’s and 1980’s August 19 – Ballroom Night Waltz, Rumba and Tango August 26 – End of the Summer party For more information, call (562) 567-9450.

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WHAT’S COOL IN YOUR SCHOOL Samantha Solorzano

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S a m a n t h a Solorzano will be graduating from Sierra Vista High School and will be attending Rio Hondo College in the fall. Solorzano has been involved with the Student Chamber, ASB, Salvation Army Church, tutoring, and helping with child care. She is interested in furthering her career in child abuse counseling to help children gain their self esteem and happiness no matter what they are going through and she plans to do so by sharing her own experiences and understandings of such circumstances. “Keep motivated! You’re entering a new environment, so don’t be intimidated by other classmates,” said Solorzano when answering what advice she’d give to future freshmen in her application. Solorzano will be receiving the $500 Randy Basurto Scholarship.

Raymond Gonzalez has been a member of the Student Chamber for 3 years, played sports, was in the Business Academy for 3 years, and ASB for 3 years. Gonzalez has experience working for Whittier Little League as a board director, coach, and umpire. He attends California High School and will be attending Cerritos Junior College, where he plans to later transfer to a UC. His passion for business has been prominent in his high school career and has motivated him to continue on that journey throughout his future. “My advice to the incoming class is to take advantage of everything the chamber has to offer. Also, make sure you remember everybody you meet because sometimes it’s not what you know, it’s who you know,” said Gonzalez. Raymond will be receiving the $500 Randy Basurto Scholarship.

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Chamber supported bill limits frivolous lawsuits for disability access A Whittier Chamber- and California Chamber of Commerce-supported job creator bill that incentivizes disability access and education was signed by Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. last month. SB 269 (Roth; D-Riverside) which won unanimous bipartisan approval as it moved through the legislative process, will limit frivolous litigation and claims regarding construction-related accessibility violations by providing businesses that have proactively sought to become compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act with an opportunity to resolve any identified violations. SB 269 is a balanced approach between preserving the civil rights of those who are disabled to ensure their access to all public accommodations, while limiting the number of frivolous lawsuits threatened or filed against businesses that do not improve accessibility.

The bill seeks to incentivize businesses to proactively take steps to become accessible by providing them with 120 days from receipt of a Certified Access Specialist (CASp) report to resolve any violations identified without being subject to statutory penalties or litigation costs. This proposal will assist businesses who are trying to ensure they are compliant from being subject to frivolous claims or litigation. SB 269 also provides a limited time for businesses to resolve violations of minor, technical construction-related standards that do not actually impede access to the public accommodation. For more information on ADA compliance, visit the California Commission on Disability Access at www.ccda.ca.gov or the Department of General Services - CASP FAQ at dgs. ca.gov/casp.

Annual scholarship award acknowledges hard working students involved in Student Chamber

The Whittier Chamber’s Education Committee is devoted to bringing light to students in the Whittier Union High School District (WUHSD) who have participated in the Student Chamber as well as excelled in service around the community and their school work. Two seniors in the WUHSD – Raymond Gonzalez and Samantha Solorzano – who are planning to attend college or a trade school after graduation and have been active in the Whittier Student Chamber have been awarded the $500 Randy Basurto Educational Scholarship in recognition of their hard work and hardships. The $500 reward is designed to go towards books, room and board, or

tuition for these students and recognizes hard-working students who have helped service the community and learn through the Whittier Chamber of Commerce. The Randy Basurto Educational Scholarship Fund was created in memory of board member and volunteer Randy Keith Basurto, who died from a heart attack at the age of 46. Basurto worked for HealthFirst Medical Group as a Medical Operations. “These students are the future of our community. Many have indicated their desire to return to the Whittier area as business owners, teachers and public servants. It is our responsibility to invest in these kids now for the future of our

great City,” stated Melanie Bickley, owner of Whittier Brokers and the Chamber’s Education Committee Chair. “I learned that if I create the highest, grandest vision possible for my life, I will become what I believe. Now, I tell myself every day to never lose hope and always gain self-confidence,” said Solorzano, senior at Sierra Vista High School and future student at Rio Hondo College. Applicants were asked to write a 1-2 page essay explaining their career goals, their college major/trade school they chose to pursue, reason for making those choices, and why the scholarship is important to them. “Since the beginning of sophomore

year until now, I have been an active member of the Whittier Student Chamber. Joining [the] chamber has been an overall amazing experience and has allowed me to make many unexpected connections with fellow members,” said Gonzalez, California High School senior and future student at Cerritos College. Donations of any size are always welcomed from business and community members to increase the scholarship dollar size of Randy Basurto Educational Scholarship Fund. Donations can be made to the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce, 8158 Painter Avenue, Whittier 90602 or by contacting the office at (562) 698-9554.

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Summer school is in session at the Whittier Chamber The Whittier Chamber of Commerce will be offering a three part seminar series throughout the summer. The seminar will elaborate on networking through businesses while utilizing social media, video marketing, and emailing. These events are sponsored by the Chamber and email marketing provider -Constant Contact. Information will be presented by Corporate Trainer and Local Expert, Mark Mikelat. Participants may bring their own brown bag for lunch, although, water and coffee will be provided. It is also recommended to bring business cards in preparation for networking. All events will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Whittier Chamber of Commerce. This event is free and open to all business professionals.

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This event will take place on Thursday, June 23. Registration and networking will kick off this seminar series at 11:30 a.m. and will be directly followed by a presentation about the basics of social media. Participants are anticipated to learn about the value of social media and how it can be used to an advantage to get in contact with customers, members and possible prospects. There will also be an emphasis on how it can bring in repeat business and current customers. The presentation will include an in depth explanation of the five most popular social media networks – Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram. Discussions that will revolve around the different social media sites will range from what each network is about, what is important to post, how often, how to generate business leads, the “do’s” and “don’ts”, and how to execute a social media marketing plan.

Social Media Success: Video Marketing Success Secrets – How to Market on YouTube

The second event that will take place in the series will be held on Thursday, June 30. The agenda will also begin with a registration and networking introduction that will quickly jump into the discussion of video marketing success secrets -- which will conclude at 1 p.m. The focus of this particular seminar will revolve around the importance of the power that video marketing has on the business world. Attendees of this presentation will learn the benefits of YouTube and why they should market there, social media integration, how to maneuver through social media quickly, powerful branding, and practical tips on how to save time, energy, and money.

Email Marketing that Really Works: The Power of the Inbox

The final event of the summer series will take place on Thursday, July 7 and will allow for participants to discuss about their own presentation in other businesses inboxes and the key components for effective email marketing. There will be topic discussions about what email marketing really is, what it can do for a business, and the five easy steps to harness the power of an inbox. Attend this event to get a full description of the five easy steps, why regular email doesn’t cut it anymore, insider tips, and techniques. This seminar will give the most efficient and effective tips that marketing can do for a business. Each event is anticipated to fill up quickly. Make sure to register early at whittierchamber. com or call (562)-698-9554. More information can also be found online and will provide more details and explanations about the seminars. Don’t miss out on this summer event and take the opportunity to expand your networking and businesses growth!

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Summer activities available for Whittier’s youth Whittier College

Whittier College will be hosting their 43rd annual Summer Sports Camp for boys and girls ranging from the ages 6-12. This summer camp will consist of four sessions throughout the summer: June 6-10, 13-24, June 27- July 8, and July 11-22. Morning camps will last from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and all day camps will begin at 9 a.m. and end at 5:15 p.m. The campers will participate in sports such as tennis and swimming and will have activities to participate in throughout the morning. Each camp that is available for these children is focused on different themes. The sports specialty camps are available for boys and girls from the ages 7-16 and will give them the opportunity to go to basketball, soccer, and baseball camps – all ranging from different times and days. The summer swim club will take place at the Slade Aquatics Center and will allow participants to have family style free-swim from 2-7 p.m. on weekdays and 12-6 p.m. on weekends. Certified lifeguards will instruct thirty-minute group swim and tennis lessons for the duration of two weeks. Whittier tennis staff will also be instructing semi-private fifty minute morning sessions beginning on June 8. The last available activity for children this summer -- and a more engaging option for the whole family -- is the dive in movie nights that will allow children to float in the water and watch a movie with friends and family. For detailed prices, dates and applications, go online to gopoets.com or call (562) 907-4271.

Whittier Public Library

Reading activities for all ages will begin on June 6 and end on July 23 at the Whittier Public Library, Whittwood Branch. The summer reading club will allow kids to expand their reading and knowledge while doing so competitively. This competition will begin with the “Read-to-Me Club,” which is directed towards pre-readers. These pre-readers will be rewarded with certificates and a party celebrating their accomplishments after completing 16 books all together. “Let the Games Being” is for boys and girls through 1st and 4th grade and will give them the opportunity to read and report on six different books. Lastly, “Hit or Miss: a Game of Chance,” will allow 5th through 8th graders to earn Play Dough after reading and reporting on four or more books in the summer. These children are also eligible to attend the Summer Reading Club party that will take place after the program is over. Don’t miss out on this opportunity and get in the game of reading! For information about exact hours and dates, call (562) 567-9900 and the last day to sign up is July 18.

Whittier Community Services

The youth services division in the City of Whittier is responsible for providing quality development and recreational programs for the youth of Whittier. This summer, the City of Whittier will be providing children with many summer camps; ranging from aquatics, theatre, and the WYN club. Teens between the ages 14 to 16 who are looking to make a difference in their community this summer while gaining valuable experience are given the opportunity to participate in the Summer Volunteen program. Participants will have the opportunity to volunteer at WYN Club sites, day camps, the Senior Center and community events. To sign up, visit the City of Whittier’s website. The WYN club is a drop-in recreation program for ages 7-12 in the summer. Members can participate in recreational activities, special interest classes, personal development activities, and field trips. Monthly activity calendars are available at each site. The registration fee, date, location and hours can be found online, along with the registration packet. To look further into what the City of Whittier has to offer and for registration details, visit www.cityofwhittier.org.

Boys’ & Girls’ Club of Whittier

The Boys’ & Girls’ Club of Whittier will be offering two summer programs, one for ages 6-12 and the other for teens 13-18. The summer program will begin on June 6 and end on August 12, making it a 10 week program that will cost $100 for children under the age of 12 and $20 for teens. Children ages 6-12 will have the opportunity to engage in stem labs, gym activities, dance lessons, art, and participate in a mentor tutor program. The teen program is directed towards leadership and will also give them the opportunity to volunteer in the Boys’ & Girls’ Club and the community directly as well. For more information, visit bgcw.org or call (562) 698-8630.

Carden Whittier Private School

Come join the Carden School of Whittier for a time of fun, friends, and learning. Their summer program is a way to keep academics strong and enjoy a more casual approach to learning. Students will continue developing strong character qualities in an atmosphere of kindness and security. Summer school will be from June 29th through August 21st -- full or half days are also available for students with a more condensed summer schedule. Please contact the school office for further details at (562) 694-1879.

St. Mark’s Lutheran School Summer Day Camp

The St. Mark’s summer program begins on May 31 and concludes August 12. There will be one six-week session followed by a fiveweek session with weekly rates available. St. Mark’s is offering two types of programs, the Academics Only Program and the Full Day Program. The Academics Only Program, focused on math and language art skills, is offered Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The Full Day Program includes the academic session and a well-rounded program filled with physical activities, day care, and field trips. The Full Day Program is offered Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Session one is scheduled for May 31 - July 8 and session two is scheduled for July 11 - August 12. Week 1 of Session one is a “Health and Fitness” week, which includes field trips to various places around the area. St. Mark’s also offers two sports camps for both male and females in the grades 5-8. Summer Volleyball Camp runs from May 31 - June 10 and the Basketball Camp runs from June 13 - 24. Both camps are held from 7 - 8:30 a.m. Feel free to call for any questions regarding the enrollment fee and program costs at (626) 968-0428.

La Serna Basketball Camp

La Serna will be offering a Youth Summer Basketball Academy for boys and girls entering 3 rd through 8 th grade, Monday-Thursday from 10-11:30 a.m. from June 13-30. This camp will focus on shooting, dribbling, passing, agility, footwork, and competition. The cost is $150 and includes twelve days of camp instruction and a t-shirt to wear for each practice. Participants must bring their own basketball. Don’t miss this opportunity that allows children to get a head start on the skills that high school basketball teams are looking for. You can register by emailing your child’s name, grade, and shirt size to marino.angulo@wuhsd.org or send a check to La Serna High School. For further questions about the basketball summer camp, you may contact Coach Angulo via email.

Whittier Area Community Church

The Whittier Area Community Church (WACC) invites 5th and 6th graders to attend the Adventure Mountain Summer Camp at Forest Home. This program will take place June 9-24 and will be filled with 5 nights and 6 days of fresh air, friends, fun and faith. The cost is $460 and some partial scholarships are available. To register, you can go online to complete forms, make payments or look further into information about the summer camp. Forms are also available at www.wacc.net or you may contact Betsy Kent at (562)-945-4500 ext. 172. Along with this summer camp, there is a camp directed towards junior high and high school students. Hume Lake is available for high school students and will be from July 10-16. The cost is $495 and includes events such as kayaking, paddle boarding, disc golf, paintball, zip line, swimming pool, roller skating and much more. For more information about Hume Lake, contact High School Paster, Zack Aumiller at zack@wacc.net. The Junior High Summer Camp will take place at Sugar Pine in Oakhurst, CA. The cost is also $495 and will take place from July 24-29. The camp includes 5 nights of lodging, fourteen meals, chapel and worship, camp group photo, archery, bouldering wall, BB guns, swimming, boating, hiking, recreation, games and much more. More information about these camps can be found online at wacc.net.

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Summer activities available for Whittier’s youth YMCA Get unplugged this summer and participate in one of Whittier YMCA’s summer camps that focus on strengthening the community as a whole while creating enriched environments for all ages to enjoy. One of the summer camps that the YMCA offers for children is Camp Arbolado. The camp is located 25 minutes away from Big Bear and includes activities such as archery, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, high and low ropes challenge courses, swimming, arts and crafts, hiking trails, Native American survival program, gold panning, outdoor science, and more. The YMCA also offers aquatics, gymnastics, sports and martial arts summer camps. For more information about Whittier’s YMCA summer camps, contact Lori Tiffany at (562) 907-6530 or go online at ymca.net.

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Thank you to our Non-Profits We Salute You! Concept 7 Contact: John Peel 13020 E. Bailey St. • Whittier, CA 90601 Fostering Hope & Adopting Promise (562) 236-8200 • www.concept7.org/ Concept 7 is a foster care and adoption agency serving all of Southern California. Founded in 1973, Concept 7 serves to ease the suffering of abused and neglected children who have been placed in protective services as dependents of the courts. Concept 7 has offices located in Orange, Ontario, and most recently, Whittier. Each year more than 300 adults are trained and nearly 2,000 children are supported through their specialized programs. Nearly 60% of all the children placed with Concept 7 are able to return home. Families are needed to assist with the process and to share their stories of saving children. There are so many children out there who feel alone, un-loved, and frightened. If you are unable to open your home, Concept 7 asks you to please open your heart. From Maddi’s Closet Contact: Donna Holmes 15445 Weeks Dr. • Whittier, CA 90604 (562) 943-9402 • www.frommaddiscloset.org/ From Maddi’s Closet was founded in April of 2005. The organization was formed as a result of the Holmes family’s experience with the loss of their daughter, Madison Leslie Holmes to an inoperable and incurable brain tumor. When she was diagnosed, they were told her cancer was terminal; she had two, maybe three months to live. After eleven months of intense treatment, she lost her battle. She was just three years old. Madison’s journey touched the lives of so many people. From Maddi’s Closet has become a voice for these children and their families. There is a tremendous need for emotional and tangible support to help them survive their challenges. With dedicated volunteers, we provide patient visits, supply special needs not being met by other resources, raise public awareness, and support childhood cancer research. We personally touch the lives of hundreds of children throughout our community. Together we can make a difference in the lives of these children. Interfaith Food Center Contact: Amy Catt 11819 Burke St. • Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 (562) 903-1478 • www.interfaithfoodcenter.org/ For over 30 years the Interfaith Food Center has been the primary provider of food to the most vulnerable residents of the City and Unincorporated areas of Whittier, La Mirada and Santa Fe Springs. Through their Supplemental Food Program and their Homeless Lunch program they are providing food assistance to over 4,500 people every week. Their mission is to alleviate hunger and food insecurity by providing compassionate supplemental food assistance to the hungry, disadvantaged, disabled and homeless population in their service area. Remember – Hunger happens 365 days a year – join IFC and be a part of the solution to end hunger and food insecurity in our community! Rio Hondo College Foundation Contact: Cynthia Nickell 3600 Workman Mill Rd. • Whittier, CA 90601-1699 foundation (562) 692-0921 • www.riohondo.edu/foundation/ The Rio Hondo College Foundation provides financial support to promote student success at Rio Hondo College. Rio Hondo College impacts everyone in our community! Rio Hondo educates our future scientists, engineers and business leaders, as well as nurses, police officers, and lawyers. By providing philanthropic financial support, you are helping students succeed today so that they can be productive members of our society tomorrow. To learn more, to join the Alumni Connection, or to schedule a tour, visit www.riohondo.edu/foundation or call (562) 463-7065. Please join us at the festive A Taste of Rio each spring! SKILLS Organization Contact: Nache’ Mendez 7702 S. Washington Ave., Suite A • Whittier, CA 90602 (562) 325-5620 • www.skillsorganization.org Special Events: 1st Annual Casino Night- July 22nd SKILLS Golf Tournament March 2017 The Supporting Kids In Living and Learning Successfully (SKILLS) Organization exists to create a partnership among parents, schools, businesses, government, and the community to support programs that give every child the opportunity to develop the SKILLS necessary for living and learning successfully. We are always looking for volunteers for our events. Whether you know how to cook, or carry out a trash bin, we could use your service! Throughout the year we have events and programs for your entertainment, and for your children. Please contact us today to see how you can lend a helping hand. Soroptimist of Whittier Contact: Caren Grisham PO Box 468 • Whittier, CA 90608 (562) 947-1920 • www.siwhittier.org/ Soroptimist International of Whittier is part of a worldwide organization of business and professional women dedicated to improving the lives of Women and Girls, in local communities and throughout the world. Serving the Whittier community since 1947 with over 60 members, they meet every Tuesday for lunch at the Radisson. Members have the opportunity to work with like-minded women throughout the world to promote women’s health, equality, empowerment and education. Come for the Service; Stay for the Friendships!

SPIRITT Family Services Contact: Elvia Torres 8000 Painter Ave. • Whittier, CA 90602 (562) 903-7000 X123 • www.spiritt.org Special Events: SPIRITT Gala: Tales of Resilience Oct 6th SPIRITT Family Services provides a critical range of mental and emotional health programs to children and families. Our family-focused education, case management, support, and counseling services help approximately 6,000 individuals each year. Our aim is to build stronger, more resilient communities every day through programs proven to enrich individuals and their families. The Whole Child Contact: Charlene Dimas-Peinado 10155 Colima Rd. • Whittier, CA 90603 (562) 692-0383 • www.thewholechild.info The Whole Child is one of the oldest private nonprofit mental health agencies in Los Angeles County. Founded in 1957, the agency’s mission is to give children of all ages the skills, support, and security they need to build emotionally healthy lives and become responsible, caring adults. The Whole Child provides comprehensive mental health services, parent enrichment and housing services to over 10,000 children and their families annually. Visit their table for more information. Whittier Public Library Foundation Contact: Norm Kirschenbaum, President 7344 Washington Avenue • Whittier, CA 90602 Phone: 562 567 9922 • read@whittierplf.org Whittier Public Library Foundation was founded in 1998 to help secure and maintain funding to assist the Whittier Public Library in its mission to provide enhanced services and programs to the community through private and public fundraising. The foundation raised funds for enhancements to the expanded and remodeled Whittwood Branch Library. They provided funding for self-checkout technology at Central Library and sponsor the annual Whittier Reads One Book One City program, Summer Reading Program, author visits, speaker series, cultural events, and films for the community. They welcome new membership. For information you can contact read@whittierplf.org or call (562) 567-9922. Whittier Rotary Contact: Howard Kummerman P. O. Box 753 • Whittier, CA 90608 Meets at the Radisson Hotel Whittier Fridays at Noon www.whittierrotary.org Rotary is the world’s premier service organization.. The mission of Rotary is to provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through its friendships of business, professional, and community leaders. We emphasize friendship, integrity and service to others. There are over 1.2 million members in 34,000 clubs worldwide… all dedicated to “Service Above Self.” When you join Rotary, you have access to any Rotary club in the world. Find out about Rotary by being a guest at one of our meetings. Women’s and Children’s Crisis Shelter Contact: Dolores Salamone Administration Office: 13203 Hadley Street, Suite 103 • Whittier, CA 90601 (562) 945-3937 • phone (562) 945-1037 Shelter: 24-hour hotline: (562) 945-3939 www.wccshope.org Shelters Right Hand auxiliary of Women’s and Chidren’s Crisis Shelter Contact: Diane Britton 12300 Washington Blvd • Whittier, CA 90606 (562) 696-6382 • www.sheltersrighthand.org/ Special Events: 5K Walk April 2017 Women’s and Children’s Crisis Shelter (WCCS) has been serving Whittier and the greater Los Angeles County since 1977. Its mission is to provide safety, shelter and hope to victims of domestic violence. WCCS offers services designed to protect, assist, and empower their clients, and to raise awareness of domestic violence in the community. WCCS operates a 24-hr crisis hotline, a 45-day stay emergency shelter, and transitional housing programs. All services are offered in English & Spanish and free of charge. YMCA of Greater Whittier Contact: Lori Tiffany (562) 907-6530 • ltiffany@ymcawhittier.org The YMCA of Greater Whittier’s focus is on family. We believe by nurturing the potential of kids, helping people lead healthier lives and supporting our neighbors, we can strengthen the community as a whole, creating an enriched environment for everyone to enjoy. We offer several Summer Programs, including YMCA Camp Arbolado. The True Rustic Wilderness Experience at L.A.’s Doorstep. We also offer Aquatics, Gymnastics, Sports, Martial Arts, the YMCA Summer Day Camp, and more. The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 21 million men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

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Chamber board members and Ambassadors celebrate the opening of a Financial Partners Credit Union branch inside PIH Health

Mayor Joe Vinatieri and Chamber Ambassadors welcomed the owners and staff of Off the Hook Fish Grill to Whittier with a ribbon cutting celebration

The Chamber introduced their programs and services to over 30 enthusiastic new and prospective members at their recent Open House

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If you have ever owned rental property or have inherited a home and became a landlord, you already know that there are many hats that you need wear. In addition to selecting tenants, preparing leases, and maintaining the property, you also have to contend with Fair Housing guidelines, changing trends and market rents, and formidable court room process. Perhaps you have discovered, like many do, that being a landlord can be a full time job. Here are five great ways that a property manager can help you get back to enjoying your life. 1 – Screening Tenants This is the most important step you can take as a landlord. Verifying an applicant’s credit, criminal, and eviction history is a crucial part of this process. Under current eviction law, tenants can often get their cases sealed and won’t show up on the eviction search. We just had an eviction case where it was specifically stated in the judgment that I could only give neutral responses to any rental inquires on this tenant. Some property managers who called to verify her residency understood my vague responses as red flags but many didn’t. The court system is not making it easy on landlords. Be aware!

2 – Showing the Property This is second most important because it gives you an opportunity to meet your perspective tenant and form a direct opinion. At M A P Property Management, we show the perspective tenants the unit personally. We are available during the day and after hours. Saturday appointments are also available. Since we have over 26 years of experience in property management, we are able to pre-qualify and screen potential applications during the showing. We help them imagine where their furniture will go so they can envision themselves living there. During this process we find out more about them and it is amazing what they will share about themselves in 10 – 15 minutes. 3 – Ethics and Legal Issues With the laws changing as often as they do, it is important to stay current with the many state and federal laws regarding rental properties. Fair Housing Laws are also an area where there can be problems as to what you can and can’t say to perspective tenants. The eviction laws also change frequently and, with organizations that help tenants during the eviction process, you need to be sure that you prepare all forms correctly. If you fill out a 3 Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit and you make a mistake, it could mean starting the eviction process from the beginning which will cost you more time and money. 4 – Rent Collection Chasing down your tenants every month for their rent payment can be

very frustrating. Professional property management companies have software programs that assist in collecting rents. Our tenants can pay their rent online and view their ledger for current balances. We are also able to track all transactions for each tenant. Having the ability for tenants to pay their rent online has made the process of collecting rents less stressful. 5 – Maintaining the Property Property maintenance has to be the most time consuming and expensive part of being a property owner. A rental property increases those expenses and time commitments even more. Every time a tenant moves out there are more expenses to incur such as re-keying or changing locks, painting, and cleaning. If there are upgrades that need to be done, that will also add time and money. One must also consider marketing, advertising, showing, screening, and signing a new lease, and that is just to name a few. Having the home or apartment in good showing condition is key to getting high market rents and attracting a qualified tenant. Hiring a professional property manager is a great way to improve the quality of your tenants, have complete confidence that current codes and legal standards have been observed, and that your investment is well-maintained and producing income. Take back your life and feel secure in your investment! Call M A P Property Management at (562) 945-3404 and ask to speak with Laurie today.

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Representing their nonprofit or service organization at the annual Salute to Service event were Monica Peters (Rotary Club of Whittier), John Peel (Concept 7), Curt Skotnicki (YMCA of Greater Whittier) and Howard Kummerman (Rio Hondo College Foundation)

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JUNE Throughout June Tickets are on sale for Whittier Nights at the Hollywood Bowl @ City of Whittier Facilities. Tickets are $36, $43, or $50 depending on seat location. Price includes concert ticket, bus transportation, and parking. For more information call (562) 567-9450 June 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, & 18 The Game’s Afoot @ Whittier Community Theatre (7630 Washington Ave.) 8 p.m. Enjoy the theatre production of The Game’s Afoot by Ken Ludwig. Adults: $15; Seniors: $12. For more information call (562) 696-0600 June 1 to June 11 Oriental Spring Show @ Whittier Art Gallery (8035 Painter Ave.) 3 to 6 p.m. Visit the exhibit featuring Jessica Jang’s work. Free. For more information call (562) 698-8710 June 15 to June 25 The June Show @ Whittier Art Gallery (8035 Painter Ave.) 3 to 6 p.m. Visit the exhibit featuring multiple artists. Free. For more information call (562) 698-8710 JUNE 3 Grant Writing Workshop @ Whittier Chamber office (8158 Painter Ave.) 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Four part series hosted by Neece Consulting. $199 for chamber members; $250 for non members. For more information contact Marilyn at (562) 587-8126 JUNE 4 16th Annual Uptown Whittier Car Show @ Uptown Whittier (Greenleaf Ave. & Philadelphia St.) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy cars, entertainment and vendor booths. Admission is free. For more information call (562) 696-2662 Lions Farmers Market @ The Sierra Education Center (corner of Painter Ave. & Mulberry Dr.) 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hosted by Whittier Host Lions Club. Fresh organic produce, baked goods, flowers, coffee, and more. Free admission. For more information call (562) 696-1662 Plein Air Painting Days @ Pio Pico Park (6003 Pioneer Blvd.) 9:30 a.m. Set up your easel in the gardens and paint the historic adobe and grounds. Bring your own art supplies. Free. For more information call (562) 695-1217 Art Reception @ Whittier Art Gallery (8035 Painter Ave.) 3 to 6 p.m. Celebrate the show Oriental Spring. Free. For more information call (562) 698-8710 Movies under the Stars @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) Movies begin at dusk. Enjoy “The Good Dinosaur” on the big screen and bring your picnic basket, chair and blanket. FREE admission! Call (562) 567-9450 for more information JUNE 9 Ribbon Cutting @ Cielo Beauty Bar (6743 Greenleaf Ave., Suite B) 4 p.m. Join us for networking and light refreshments. Free & open to the public. For more information call (562) 698-9554

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JUNE 10 JUNE 18 Women in Business Luncheon @ Clarke Estate (10211 Pioneer Lions Farmers Market @ The Sierra Education Center (corner of Blvd. SFS) 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Whittier and Painter Ave. & Mulberry Dr.) 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hosted by Whittier Santa Fe Springs Chambers of Commerce. Featuring speakers Host Lions Club. Fresh organic produce, baked goods, flowers, Monick Halm and Kim Somers. $25 per person. Register at coffee, and more. Free admission. For more information call www.whittierchamber.com (562) 696-1662 Ribbon Cutting @ Little Shed (6742 Bright Ave.) 4 p.m. Join Art Reception @ Whittier Art Gallery (8035 Painter Ave.) 3 to 6 p.m. us for networking and light refreshments. Free & open to the Celebrate the show The June Show. Free. For more information public. For more information call (562) 698-9554 call (562) 698-8710 Grant Writing Workshop @ Whittier Chamber office JUNE 22 (8158 Painter Ave.) 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Four part series hosted by Summer Kick Off Speed Networking @ Artisan Building Neece Consulting. $199 for chamber members; $250 for non (6737 Bright Ave.) 4 to 6 p.m. Guests will have the chance members. For more information contact Marilyn at (562) 587-8126 to “mix and mingle” before participating in a high energy Club Parnell @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) 6 to 10 p.m. Speed Networking session! Doors will open at 3:45 p.m. “Disco Night” Dance to the hits of the 1970’s and 1980’s. Join for refreshments. FREE for chamber members; $20 for Rudy and Maria Hernandez for an evening of dance lessons and non-members. Please RSVP to (562) 698-9554 fun. $10. For more information call (562) 567-9450 JUNE 23 FREE Business Seminar @ Whittier Chamber office JUNE 11 Lions Farmers Market @ The Sierra Education Center (corner of (8158 Painter Ave.) 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join us for a lunch and Painter Ave. & Mulberry Dr.) 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hosted by Whittier Host learn. “Social Media 101” with speaker Mark Mikelat. FREE & Lions Club. Fresh organic produce, baked goods, flowers, coffee, and open to the public. To RSVP call (562) 698-9554 more. FREE. For more information call (562) 696-1662 Ribbon Cutting @ Frenchie’s Parlor (7310 Painter Ave.) 4 p.m. Whittier Hornets Football Tryouts @ Pioneer High School Join us for networking and light refreshments. Free & open (10800 East Benavon St.) 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Whittier Hornets to the public. For more information call (562) 698-9554 semi-pro football team will be holding tryouts. $45. For more JUNE 24 information call (213) 271-3391 Grant Writing Workshop @ Whittier Chamber office (8158 Painter Ave.) 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Four part series hosted by JUNE 12 The Game’s Afoot @ Whittier Community Theatre Neece Consulting. $199 for chamber members; $250 for non (7630 Washington Ave.) 2 p.m. Enjoy the theatre production of members. For more information contact Marilyn at (562) 587-8126 The Game’s Afoot by Ken Ludwig. Adults: $15; Seniors: $12. For JUNE 25 more information call (562) 696-0600 Lions Farmers Market @ The Sierra Education Center (corner of Painter Ave. & Mulberry Dr.) 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hosted by Whittier Host JUNE 15 Wake Up Whittier @ Rio Hondo College (3600 Workman Mill Rd.) Lions Club. Fresh organic produce, baked goods, flowers, coffee, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Enjoy your first meal of the day and network and more. Free admission. For more information call (562) 696-1662 with other professionals. FREE for Whittier Chamber members; JUNE 27 $20 for non-members. Call (562) 698-9554 for more information Concerts in the Park @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) 7 to 8:30 p.m. “Woody and the Longboards” a Beach Boys Tribute Band. Free. For JUNE 16 2016 State of the City Address @ Radisson Hotel more information contact Virginia Santana at (562) 567-9450 (7320 Greenleaf Ave.) 8 to 10 a.m. Join Mayor Joe Vinatieri and JUNE 28 City Manager Jeff Collier as they present an informative Tasty Tuesday @ Brickhouse Pizza (7028 Bright Ave.) review of the past year and preview upcoming projects and 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy business networking and great objectives of the City. $20 per person includes breakfast. food! $10 pre-registration; $15 at the door; $20 for nonRegister at www.whittierchamber.com or call the Whittier members. Call (562) 698-9554 for more information or visit Chamber at (562) 698-9554 www.whittierchamber.com Ribbon Cutting @ The Whole Child (10155 Colima Rd.) 4 p.m. JUNE 30 Join us to celebrate the remodel of The Whole Child. Free & FREE Business Seminar @ Whittier Chamber office (8158 Painter open to the public. For more information call (562) 698-9554 Ave.) 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join us for a lunch and learn. “Video Marketing Success Secrets” with speaker Mark Mikelat. FREE JUNE 17 Grant Writing Workshop @ Whittier Chamber office & open to the public. To RSVP call (562) 698-9554 (8158 Painter Ave.) 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Four part series hosted by Concerts in the Park @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) 7 to 8:30 Neece Consulting. $199 for chamber members; $250 for non p.m. “Mariachi Divas” Free. For more information contact Virginia members. For more information contact Marilyn at (562) 587-8126 Santana at (562) 567-9450

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AROUND TOWN CU SoCal gifts $17,500 to more than 100 local non-profit organizations In recognition of reaching $1 billion in assets, Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) employees gifted $17,500 to more than 100 non-profit organizations throughout Los Angeles, Orange, and San Bernardino counties in March. The donations were part of the credit union’s weeklong celebration with team members. Each employee was able to select any not-for-profit organization within the credit union’s field of membership to make a generous donation of $100. They were also given the option to personally deliver the donations during their work hours. “We wanted to use this milestone as an opportunity for our team members to make an impact in the more than 150 communities we proudly serve,” stated Michelle Hunter, CU SoCal Senior Vice President of Marketing and Development. “Reaching $1 billion in assets was a great reason to share our financial success with other local notfor-profit organizations that share our

passion for helping others.” “CU SoCal believes in building better lives and creating brighter futures,” stated Dave Gunderson, CU SoCal President and CEO. “We also recognize that our successes depend on the contributions of many, including the support of our communities. We hope that our financial contributions helped to increase opportunities to make a positive difference for those in need today as well as in the future.” About Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) Founded in 1954 as Whittier Area Schools Federal Credit Union, CU SoCal is a Member-owned financial cooperative open to those who live, work, worship, or attend school in Los Angeles, Orange, or San Bernardino counties. CU SoCal has a superior five-star financial rating from BauerFinancial, holds $1 billion in assets, and serves more than 80,000 Members. For more information, visit CUSoCal.org.

Harmony Center Fine Art & Craft Fair seeking artisans and crafters! Are you an artist or crafter? Harmony Center is always looking for new talent! Original handcrafted and designed work only. Applications are online now at www.harmonyartfair.org Deadline to apply is August 5, 2016. The Craft Fair will take place October 15 through 16, 2016. The show is not open to vendors who have resale,

import, or manufactured items. Visit their website for upcoming information on sponsorship opportunities and the High School Student Art Contest! If you want to be a part of the fun this year, email harmonyartfair@yahoo.com or mmc.caligal@yahoo.com to get on the master contact list or call (562) 665-6186 for more information.

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Shelter’s Right Hand celebrates 20th anniversary 5K Walk with record attendance Shelter’s Right Hand, the auxiliary to the Women’s and Children’s Crisis Shelter, celebrated their 20th anniversary 5K Walk with over 700 walkers! Volunteers were at Central Park to bring together balloons, music, food, and special exhibits. The Silent Witness was back again, reminding walkers of the tragic results of domestic violence. T-shirts were hung throughout the park made by women and children of the Shelter that had artful expressions of healing and strength. Barbara Giles, one of the founders of the Shelter, was there to welcome the walkers and send them on their way. Shelter’s Right Hand would like to thank again their presenting sponsors, Don Knabe, Supervisor, Fourth District, County of Los Angeles, and Wells Fargo. Also, they thank all participating businesses, organizations, and individuals for generously donating to the Walk and partnering with them to bring hope for renewed lives for individuals fleeing domestic violence. To learn more about Shelter’s Right Hand, visit www.sheltersrighthand.org.

The Whole Child to celebrate remodel In 2004, The Whole Child moved its headquarters to its current location on Colima Road to provide more efficiency in the delivery of services to their clients by housing all services under one roof. As a result of their continued expansion and growth, they launched their Healing Children from the Ground Up Campaign to raise funds for capital improvement, which included a comprehensive building modernization. The newly renovated space at their headquarters provides ample space for an expanded and enhanced environment for their therapists to provide mental health and housing services. It also includes state-of-the-art Children’s Interactive Play Therapy Rooms. The Interactive Play Therapy Rooms are strategically placed throughout the organization to support a structured, theoretically based approach that builds on children’s natural use of play to learn about their world and communicate their experiences. “When children walk into The Whole Child’s newly renovated building, the first impression they receive will be a warm welcome throughout the building that will be dedicated just to them – to their laughter and sense of hope, curiosity and learning, and healing…free of judgment,” said Charlene Dimas-Peinado, Chief Executive Officer. The Whole Child is proud to announce the completion of their Healing Children from the Ground Up Campaign. They want to thank the Rose Hills Foundation, BCM Foundation, The Albert and Bettie Sacchi Foundation and the Ralph M. Parsons Foundation for their generous contributions to this project. They invite the community to join them as they celebrate at their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House on Thursday, June 16, 2016 from 4 to 6 p.m., at their headquarter location, 10155 Colima Road in Whittier, CA. Come enjoy live music, light refreshments, and door prizes! To learn more about The Whole Child visit www.thewholechild.info.

Whittier Community Theatre closes its 94th season with the murder/mystery comedy The Games Afoot! The final show of Whittier’s 94th season will be The Games Afoot (or Holmes for the Holidays) by Ken Ludwig. Join them for a mystery of theatrical proportions as none other than Mr. William Gillette, renowned actor and creator of the first stage persona of Sherlock Holmes, opens his home to holiday guests. Before you can say “pass the eggnog,” there’s been a murder, and of course, everything Gillette has learned must be thrown into play to solve the mystery. A cleverly plotted whodun-it from the pen of one of today’s most prolific playwrights, this one will have you guessing and giggling right up until the final “reveal”. The show opens Friday, June 3, and plays Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. through Saturday, June 18. There is one Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. on June 12. Ticket prices are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, students, and active military with ID. All performances are at the Whittier Center Theatre, 7630 Washington Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602. For reservations or more information phone (562) 696-0600 or visit www.whittiercommunitytheatre.org.

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AROUND TOWN Governor Jerry Brown appoints PIH Health’s Carole Snyder to the California Commission on EMS PIH Health, a regional nonprofit healthcare delivery network that serves more than 2.1 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region, is pleased to announce the appointment of Carole Snyder RN, PIH Health program manager of Emergency Preparedness, to the California Commission on Emergency Medical Services (EMS) by Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. Snyder was appointed as the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) representative to the commission. ENA is a professional organization whose mission is to advocate for patient safety and excellence in emergency nursing practice. “I’ve been involved in disaster preparedness most of my life and I take emergency preparedness very seriously for myself, my family, PIH Health and my community,” says Snyder. “It is an honor to be given the opportunity to work with industry leaders and Government officials to improve the quality of emergency medical services throughout California.”

As a member of the Commission on EMS, Snyder will support the role of EMS agencies to ensure that patients not only have access to quality emergency medical services, but also the long term stability of these services. Once per quarter, at locations throughout California, the Commission meets to provide feedback to the Director of the California Emergency Medical Services Authority and to approve regulations, standards and guidelines developed by the EMS Authority. Snyder has been a program manager of Emergency Preparedness at PIH Health Hospital - Whittier since 2009, and has held several positions within the organization since 2003, including educator and staff nurse for the Emergency Department. She now oversees emergency preparedness activities for PIH Health’s entire health system which includes to PIH Health Hospital - Whittier, PIH Health Physicians medical group and PIH Health Hospital - Downey.

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Two art shows set for June at Whittier Art Gallery Whittier Art Gallery presents Jessica Jang from June 1 to June 11, who was the featured artist of the Korean Professional Artist’s Show featured at the Gallery in 2011. She has assembled 40 artists of all ethnicities and backgrounds. Her show is featured around the question, “What is culture?” Jessica states, “I try to answer that question with a presentation of the work of these artists. Moreover, the painters are different from one another, and yet have chosen this medium to help the viewers feel and understand that while different, they are also one.” Artists from Korea, China, Japan, and local artists, who are expert in oriental painting, have joined this exhibition. It is the Gallery’s wish that you will not only

enjoy new works of the artists, but also experience and appreciate the cultural influences in their works. The reception will be held Saturday, June 4 from 3 to 6 p.m. and the public is invited to attend. The June Show, running from June 15 to June 25, is the first juried show of the season and open to all artists in the area. There is no theme, so it is a chance for the participants to let their imaginations run wild. The results for these shows, which include everything from jewelry to paintings, sculpture and more have always been brilliant and is a real favorite of the art going public. The reception will take place Saturday, June 18 from 3 to 6 p.m. and there is no charge for admission.

Also at the Gallery Life Drawing Group: Meets at the Gallery the 1st Friday of each month from 7 to 10 p.m. All artists are welcome. The fee is $20 and both male and female models are provided. For further information call John Williams at (951) 236-0862. The Gift Shop: Textiles, jewelry, cards, prints, paintings, and more one of a kind treasures by the Gallery’s award winning members are available for purchase. Prices are deliberately kept low to enable the community to own fine art work at reasonable prices. Ongoing Book Sale: Exciting art and other books are available for the donation you choose to make. The Whittier Art Association is a non profit organization and memberships and donations to the Gallery are tax deductible. For further information, stop by the Whittier Art Association and Gallery located at 8035 Painter Avenue or call (562) 698-8710. The Gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m.

Successful grant writing series to be presented by Neece Consulting Marilyn Neece of Neece Consulting will be holding a four part grant writing series during the month of June at the Whittier Chamber office, 8158 Painter Ave, Whittier 90602. Classes will be held on June 6, 13, 20, and 27 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. The cost for all four classes is $250 or $199 for members of the Whittier Chamber. This is a great opportunity to brush up on your grant writing knowledge, send an employee to be schooled, and be part of a grant writing community. To reserve your seat contact Marilyn at marilyn.neece@gmail.com. June 3 - Research: Find your best funding partner • Match your mission, vision, and priorities with a foundation that gives to agencies like you. • Research tools, methods, and analysis. • Develop a grant pipeline system. • Takeaway: A potential funding partner to approach and a timeline. June 10 - Write: Draft a budget • What to include and what to leave out. Tell your story in “grant-speak.” • Organize your writing for success - the narrative pieces you’ll keep and reuse over and over. • Create a real budget and identify what is still needed to craft a great proposal. • Takeaway: A draft of your budget and three important narrative paragraphs, suitable for multiple uses. June 17 - Rewrite: Prepare for success • Assemble a nearly-final draft. Your classmates will read it and provide constructive feedback. • Last read through - is it true? Is it accurate? Is it a compelling story? • What exactly have you promised and how will you demonstrate delivery? • Format for submission online or by mail. Hit the “submit” button. • Takeaway: A professional proposal submitted to your funding partner (or ready to submit when the time is right). June 24 - Stewardship: Managing the foundation relationships • Did they say no? How to get permission to try again with an edge to being successful the second time. • Did they say yes? Send back the “thank you!” and the receipt form. Set up your system for capturing report data and meeting report deadlines. • Revisit your grant pipeline and begin your next grant proposal. • Takeaway: A grant pipeline with a calendar of proposals, data reports, and deadlines – and a system for reworking basic grant proposals for multiple purposes.

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RENEWING MEMBERS Thanks to the following members for renewing their Chamber membership and for supporting our efforts to build a strong local economy Anaconda Street Productions (562) 945-8537

Margo’s Early Learning Center (562) 477-4048

The Broadoaks Children’s School of Whittier College (562) 907-4937

J.C. ‘Mac’ McFarland • (562) 696-1662 Moegling, Gregory J. D.D.S. • (562) 698-9903

Central Basin Municipal Water (323) 201-5500 Thanks to Steve and Filo Hernandez for hosting the Chamber’s Tasty Tuesday networking lunch

Comfort Keepers La Mirada, Long Beach, & Seal Beach (714) 521-9955 F.F. Gomez, Inc. • (562) 693-3500 Global IT • (562) 698-2500

Options for Learning • (626) 854-3449 Oromill Lumber and Hardware (562) 698-9453 Panagos, Bonnie Jo • Civic Member Pro Source Pest Control & Prevention (562) 902-3994 Realty Executives Cornerstone (562) 698-0348

Lambert Inn • (562) 693-1099

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Martplan Insurance Agency, Inc. Kwan Lee 1001 W. Whittier Blvd. La Habra, CA 90631 Phone: (562) 691-9414 Email: kwan@martplaninsurance.com Website: www.martplaninsurance.com

Frenchie’s Parlor is owned and operated by a Whittier native and located off of Penn and Painter Ave. They specialize in men’s and boys’ modern cuts with all the care and tradition of an old school barber parlor. Stop on by for a clean up or a hot towel shave, they offer a variety of services that are sure to please. Frenchie’s Parlor is a look into the past with all the modern upgrades. They look forward to servicing you.

Martplan Insurance Agency is a personal and commercial line insurance agency in La Habra that specializes in great rates for business, automobile, homeowners and health & life insurance. They have been helping families and businesses since 1986 and they serve all of California, Arizona and Nevada for all lines of insurance. They can also write motorcycle, boat, renters and flood in insurance in the states they serve. Martplan has agents throughout their territory that are ready and willing to serve you at a moment’s notice while providing great service and low rates.

CHURCHES First United Methodist Church Rev. Holly Reinhart-Marean 13222 E. Bailey St. Whittier, CA 90601 Phone: (562) 698-0022 Email: fumc.whittier.it@gmail.com Website: www.fumcwhittier.org

RETAIL Little Shed, LLC Amanda Alvarado 6742 Bright Ave. Whittier, CA 90601 Phone: (323) 875-8472 Email: littleshedest2015@gmail.com Website: www.littleshedinuptown.com

First United Methodist Church offers a variety of adult services to meet the needs of their congregation. Their worship service takes place on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. “We are a church whose people seek to walk in the footsteps of Christ. To Know Christ, Serve Christ, and Share Christ,” is the mission statement of the church. First United Methodist Church is very involved in the community, supporting local organizations and holding various drives to donate to others in need. Visit their website for a full listing of services, special events, and their informational newsletter.

COUNSELING Melissa Robertson, PH.D. Ann Savala, Office Manager 7007 Washington Ave. Suite 321 Whittier, CA 90602 Phone: (562) 696-3848 Email: ann.mrphd@gmail.com Website: www.pihhealth.org/find-a-doctor/physicianprofile-advanced/melissa-robertson/#OfficeInformation Melissa Robertson, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been in private practice in the Uptown Whittier area since 1991. She received her B.A. degree from Northwestern University in Chicago, and her Ph.D. degree from the California School of Professional Psychology. She is also a published author, a member of the American Psychological Association, and a Qualified Medical Evaluator. Her specialties include treating depression, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, communication problems, self-esteem issues, eating disorders, and relationship issues.

Little Shed is a boutique featuring affordable gifts and quality home goods including hand painted mugs, unique children’s items and various organic products. Owner Amanda Alvarado set out to combine her experience in design with her passion for making things beautiful. The store started out as a dream and with faith and support of family became a reality. Check out their store or visit them online to see their latest products.

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In this world it’s not only what you know, but who you know. Being a part of the Whittier Chamber since moving to Whittier in 2013 has allowed me to meet many business owners, people, and friends. The introductions never stop! Our company has been a member with Whittier Chamber of Commerce for over 3 years. The return on your investment as a chamber member is up to you. The Chamber provides the tools businesses need to be successful such as free business seminars, ribbon cuttings, Young Professional lunch and learns and an online directory for community members to find you just to name a few. It’s up to you to take advantage of the tools. If you are dedicated over a period of time you will begin to feel and see the difference. - Louis Gomez, F.F. Gomez, Inc.

Congratulations to our Milestone Members this month! Thanks to the following businesses that have been partners with the Whittier Chamber in helping to create a thriving economy.

45 years: Bob Downey & Sons’ West Whittier Paint Co. (562) 692-7214

30 years:

Cielo Beauty Bar Marisa Sotomayer 6743 Greenleaf Ave. Suite B Whittier, CA 90601 Phone: (562) 556-6099 Email: marisa@cielobeautybar.com Website: www.cielobeautybar.com

Lowell Joint School District (562) 902-4203 Republic Services, Inc. (562) 347-4000

25 years: Days Inn - Whittier (562) 944-4760

15 years: Cielo Beauty Bar is a modern boutique salon located in Uptown Whittier. They specialize in full body waxing for men and women, tanning, chemical peels, massage, blowouts, makeup and threading. Their licensed and certified beauty professionals are available to get you sun-kissed, smooth and red carpet ready. Try out their signature Cielo Glow Facial to keep your summer glow year round without UV exposure. Visit their website for a full listing of services and pricing.

Future Tech 1 (562) 907-9002

5 years: St. Mark’s Lutheran School (626) 968-0428 Wells Fargo Bank (562) 945-1511

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