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The Oakland County Interna-tional Airport Open House &Airshow - August 23An event for all ages. "Super Duper Cool!"Start out the morning with the traditional
pancake breakfast and enjoy tons of historic, luxury, military and minimodel planes you can see up close and tooling about in the air. Ormaybe even fly in an airplane or helicopter. For more information [email protected].
Oakland Uncorked - August 7Held at the Oakland County Market,Oakland Uncorked is one of Waterford’spremier food and wine tasting events.Featuring 20 of Oakland county’s finestrestaurants and array of wines, you will
want to purchase your tickets early! Auction items, art andentertainment compliment the venue! Sponsorships are available. Forinformation call 248-666-8600.
17th Annual McBikerMotorcycle Rally July 12 - M-59 McDonaldsMotorcycle enthusiasts are invited tosupport the Ronald McDonald Housesof Ann Arbor and Detroit for theMcBiker McDonald’s 17th Annual
Motorcycle Rally. The event, a 100-mile round trip ride through someof southeast Michigan’s best motorcycle roads, hosts an average of500 motorcyclists every year. For more information please contactMcPete at 248-933-0545.
Julie Run - June 6 OCC - Highland Lakes CampusThe 5K and 10K Walk or Run providesa great outing for both the serious
athlete and the casual walker. But more importantly, the Julie Run isthe largest fundraising event for Open Door Outreach Center. Registeronline at opendooroutreachcenter.com.
Log Cabin Days - June 27 & 28Take a step back in time at theWaterford Historic Village! Enjoyactivities for all ages. Entertainment,food, tours of historic buildings, exhibitsof old fashion trade, kids booth, ponies,
live music and dancers living historic encampments and crafts. Formore information contact Sally Strait at 248-343-3694.
Movies Under the Moonlight June 19Pierce Middle SchoolThis year’s featured movie isDespicable Me 2. Fun for the entirefamily! A new inflatable 80 foot obstaclecourse, climbing wall, bounce house,
velcro wall, tattoos, face painting, crafts and more! Gates open at 6:30p.m. If you’re target audience is “families” this is the perfect event foryou to consider sponsoring one of the many activities. See theenclosed insert.
Concerts in the Park - June 4,11, 18, 25Hess-Hathaway Park This summer we will host Monster BoxTheater, New Horizons Concert Band,Dan Rafferty Band and The Magic Buswith local back up talent. Two of the
concerts will feature the signature BBQ & Brew venue with Billy’s Tip’nInn. Entertainment starts at 6 p.m. Come hungry and thirsty!
Relay for Life - June 13 Pearce Middle SchoolRelay For Life is a great place to takeaction and fight back against cancer. Itfeatures community and campus eventsthat offer an inspiring opportunity to
honor cancer survivors, promote how individuals can reduce their cancerrisk, and raise money to help end cancer. For more information [email protected] at 248-663-3421.
2309 Airport Rd.Waterford, MI 48327248-666-8600www.waterfordchamber.org
Volume XIIIssue 5 May 2015
It’s time to mark your calendars to make sure you don’t miss
any of our great summer events! Hosted by the Chamber,
fellow members and area organzations there’s a ton of cool
things to do this summer in Waterford Township!
June 13 and 14NW corner of
Dixie Hwy & Andersonville RdOutdoor art, music and food truckfestival! Tons of art and entertainment.Join over 200 artists and 12 local live
bands. For vendor, artist of sponsorship information call DarrenGraunstdt at 248-623-1648 or email [email protected].
PAGE 2 Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
2015 Perking UpSchedule of Events
May 5 Hodges Supply Company
1730 E. Highwood, Pontiac
June 2 Clement Companies
6650 Highland Rd.
June 11 John Bowman Chevrolet
6750 Dixie Hwy., Clarkston
(Joint with Clarkston Chamber)
July 7 Waterford Coalition for Youth &
Waterford Twp. Police Dept.
5150 Civic Center Dr.
Aug. 4 PNC Bank
5915 Highland Rd.
Sept. 1 Thrive Studio
7633 Highland Rd.
Oct. 6 Edward Jones
7172 Gateway Park Dr., Clarkston
Nov. 3 The Paint Store
1001 Orchard Lake Rd., Pontiac
Dec. 1 KH Home
27 S. Main St., Clarkston
BOARD OFDIRECTORS
2015
EXECUTIVE BOARD
PresidentArchie Munson
Smith Disposal & Recycling
Vice PresidentAmy Vernon
Lé Flair Decorating & Staging
TreasurerDavid Meyer
Coffee Break Services, Inc.
SecretaryHilary RennoEdward Jones
Past PresidentJennifer Hill, Esq.
Secrest Wardle
DIRECTORS
David JacksonIdeas for You
Kris MillerMcLaren Oakland
Mark DavisMichigan Community Insur-
ance Agency
Dr. Adam ApfelblatMichigan Chiropractic Spe-cialists of Waterford P.C.
Mari LatozasPhotography by Mari
Richard CoattaRC Golf Lessons
Rhonda LesselWaterford School District
Margaret BirchWaterford Township
Treasurer
Marie HauswirthExecutive Director
WACC
RiBBOn Cutting
May 20, 4:00 p.m.the Bakery Waterford
4698 Dixie Hwy
Join us in welcoming The Bakery at
the Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
Waterford Beautification
A pleasant community appearance adds to home values, helps attract business investment,
and just improves the community reputation. Research shows beauty is one of the top three
factors in creating community attachment, or loyalty, to your particular town or city. Some
research even indicates an attractive neighborhood may lead to better behavior.
Just one community beautification project, such as a massive flower planting, new park
benches, streetscape lighting, can make a significant difference. The beautification committee
has been attacking one project at a time with the small funds they have raised over the past
serveral years. The secondary signs were installed, both gateway signs and landscaping was
accomplished. Many more projects are on the docket.
One of the major fundraisers is the Adopt-a-Planter program. Each person adopting will receive
a beautiful 26” high by 15” wide planter filled with lovely “Proven Winners” flowers to display in
front of your business with a sign proudly showing your support for Waterford Beautification.
Please support our efforts, one piece at a time, in beautifying our township.
See enclosed flyer.
August 14WACC Golf Classic
Registration and SponsorshipForm Enclosed!
MEMBER ORIENTATION
May 21, 12 - 1:00 p.m.
Waterford Township LibrarySponsored by:
Lunch provided by:
MAY 21Putt & Play Open5 p.m. scramble
Registration & networking starts at 4 p.m.Sportway - 4355 Highland Rd.
Networking, awards, prises to follow at:
Buffalo Wild Wings
WACC
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORKYOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORKYOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORKYOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORKYOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK
Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce PAGE 3
Members in the News
Cottage Inn Pizza Waterford(Opening late May/early June 2015)
“A passion for pizza”By Andrew Manning
I’m not sure at what age I
tasted my first pizza, but I do
know it was ‘love at first
bite’. After starting my career
in the pizza business almost
17 years ago, the dream of
owning my own pizzeria has
finally come true. I am so
excited to share in this
adventure with Waterford
and the surrounding
communities.
Growing up in Farmington
Hills, I found myself applying at all the local pizzerias in town. My
first position was as a delivery driver and over the years, I
advanced through the ranks. At one point, I was recruited to open
two pizzerias in Florida, though my heart still belonged to
Michigan. Throughout my time in this business, I have cultivated
many friendships, business relationships, and even met my wife,
Vanessa. Vanessa and I have two beautiful daughters (Carly age
7, Claire 8 months).
Cottage Inn Pizza Waterford will be an owner operated business.
Rest assure when you visit our store, either Vanessa or myself will
greet you and even make your order fresh-to-go. Our dough is
made fresh every day and in our store. We offer many gourmet
toppings and sauces such as artichokes, roasted red peppers,
spinach, broccoli, alfredo sauce, pesto and Sweet Baby Rays
BBQ sauce. Also available is our delicious gluten free pizza,
breads and sandwiches.
This business is not just about having great food or outstanding
customer service or oodles of dough. This is about life, about
relationships and having a passion for both. Our mission, if you will,
is to grow within our community, to provide a safe and positive work
environment for our young adults, to provide our guests with the
highest quality of customer service and the gourmet experience
Cottage Inn Pizza has been offering since 1948.
Where: 47 S. Cass Lake Rd. Waterford 48328Phone: 248-682-8700
Hours: Sunday - Thursday 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Check us out and order online at CottageInn.com
USA Insulation Earns Esteemed2014 Angie’s List Super Service Award
Award reflects company’s consistentlyhigh level of customer service
USA Insulation is honored to serve 30 years in
business as well as the esteemed 2014
Angie’s List Super Service Award. The service
industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service
Award, reflects an exemplary year of service
provided to members of the local services marketplace and
consumer review site in 2014. The Clarkston office has been open
for five years and has been a super service award recipient for
three years running!
“Only about 5% of the insulation companies in Metro Detroit have
performed consistently well enough to earn our Super Service
Award,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “It’s a really high
standard.” Angie’s List Super Service Award 2014 winners have met
strict eligibility requirements, which include an “A” rating in overall
grade, recent grade, and review period grade; the company must be
in good standing with Angie’s List, pass a background check and
abide by Angie’s List operational guidelines.
Service company ratings are updated daily on Angie’s List.Companies are graded on an A through F scale in areas ranging
from price to professionalism to punctuality. USA Insulation has an
A grade. They always offer free consultations. For more information
visit them at www.usainsulation.net or call 248-618-3922.
$50 off $100
or more in services
(new guests only,
not valid with other offers)
PAGE 4 Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS continued...
SiSter & SiSter Free
MaMMograM PrograM
Do you know of someone who could benefit from a freemammogram program? Perhaps you know a neighbor, familymember or friend who has no insurance or is underinsured andcannot afford a mammogram.
They may qualify for McLaren Oakland Foundation’s Sister & SisterFree Mammogram Program. This program provides free screeningand diagnostic mammograms and ultrasounds to uninsured andunderinsured women in Oakland County.
Whether it's a mother, sister, wife or neighbor, most of us havebeen affected by breast cancer. The Sister & Sister FreeMammogram Program provides the opportunity for women to getscreened, become educated and continue the fight against breastcancer.
Who is eligible?
• Uninsured or underinsured
• 40 years or older – physician order is not required for a screening
mammography only
• Under 40 years of age with physician order
• Resident of Oakland County with proof of address
• U.S. citizen AND have a social security number
• Must meet income eligibility criteria
Eligible women can schedule their mammogram at the following
McLaren Oakland locations:
Pontiac: (248) 338-5608Oxford: (248) 969-7353
Clarkston: (248) 922-9353McLaren Breast Center, Clarkston: (248) 922-6810
What will YOuR kids be doing all summer?
School will be out for
the summer soon, but
you still have to work!
The Waterford School
District has 12 weeks
of summer vacation.
That is 12 weeks of
“What do I do with the
kids?” Do you employ a nanny, a teenager to baby sit, utilize a
daycare facility, send them to camp or maybe some mix of several
options? You want them to be busy and active. They want to have
some fun and spend time with friends. With several different
options available, how will you decide what to do with the kids this
summer?
For most families, a blend
of several options seems to
be the best solution.
Maybe you work out
arrangements with friends
and neighbors to have
sleepovers and play dates
some days. Other days you may need to hire a babysitter, or get
help from a family member. You might choose to send them to a
residential camp for a week, and maybe scatter a few weeks of
day camps throughout the summer. No matter what options work
best for you and your family, it’s always best to know what you’re
getting! One way to ensure you know what you are signing up for
is to preview the facilities you decide to use.
Any good facility will allow you to come in for a tour and check out
the site. Oakland Yard gives several tours to families throughout
the spring so parents and potential campers can get a feel for the
facility and programs. They also host a Camp Open House every
year and invite any interested families to come out at no cost.
During open house everyone has a great time! There are games
and contests hosted by the camp staff. This year they will have a
DJ keeping the atmosphere lively, fresh hot dogs on the grill, and
lots of prizes and giveaways. They will have a bon fire with s’mores,
and if the weather cooperates, the 200-foot slip-n-slide will be
ready for some wet and wild fun too! The Camp Director as well
as several members of the camp staff will be on hand facilitating,
keeping the kids having fun, and answering questions.
All families are invited to attend the Camp Open House at Oakland
Yard. Come enjoy great family fun on Friday, May 15 from 6-9:00
p.m. Oakland Yard is located at 5328 Highland Road. It’s on the
north side tucked behind Subway and Taco Bell. Call 248-673-0100 for more information or visit online
at www.oaklandyard.com.
Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce PAGE 5
Baker College of Auburn Hills – known forhigh-tech programs such as computernetwork technology, cyber security and CAD –can now also tout having the highest resolutionlight-emitting diode (LED) message sign in the
state. The new, U.S.-made sign will carry information aboutcampus events and, through an agreement with the City of AuburnHills, will also display emergency information provided by theAuburn Hills police department, such as Amber Alerts.
The clear image that supports photographs and other intricatedisplays is made possible by pixels spaced a mere 10mm apart.The sign has 900 pixels per square foot; 45,000 total pixels withinits 10-by-5 frame. In this case, more is definitely better.
Pete Karsten, Baker College of Auburn Hills President, says thisstate-of-the-art technology signage helps present a qualityimpression of the campus.
“The sign is easily programmed so it will carry crisp, easy-to-readand timely communication of campus events,” Pete said. “Theability to display Amber Alerts and other emergency information isalso an important usage for the sign.”
The ground-level sign is located at the main entrance of theAuburn Hills campus at 1500 University Dr., Auburn Hills. It wasmanufactured by Watchfire Signs, Danville, Illinois, and installed byAgnew Graphics Signs & Promotions, Owosso.
Watchfire has manufactured outdoor electric signs in the Midwestsince 1932 and LED signs since 1996. Watchfire is one of an elitefew digital sign companies with full-scale manufacturing in theUnited States.
Waterford School District kindergarten students are participatingin a unique joint educational experience with the Detroit ZooEducational Staff. Waterford teachers and the Detroit Zoo staffhave worked together to design a series of educational activitiesfocusing on the needs of living things, the third science unit for thekindergarten students.
The first set of activities include electronic materialsdeveloped by the zoo personnel that highlight thedesign and construction process of the zoo’s newestanimal habitats. As part of the next set of activities, allkindergarten students will go to the Detroit Zoo. While at the zoo,students will engage in experiences designed to enhance theirunderstanding of the needs of living things. These experiences willbe hands-on, interactive and include opportunities for students towrite about what they are learning. This year, kindergartenstudents have been learning how to write like a scientist bydrawing, labeling and recording their observations. As part of aculminating performance/project, students will take what theyhave learned from the Detroit Zoo experiences and couple it withwhat they have learned about the needs of living things at schoolto design and build a model of a zoo habitat.
Detroit Zoo Partners
with District to offer
Unique educational
experience for Waterford
Kindergarten Students
PAGE 6 Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
If you had died yesterday, would your family know what todo today? Why preplanning is one of the smartest decisionsyou will ever make
Chances are you have planned for many things in your life – homeand car insurance, healthcare, even retirement. But the benefits ofpreplanning your “final” plans are just as significant. The Mt. Elliott Cemetery Association, which includes All Saints andThe Preserve (an all-natural or “green” cemetery) in Waterford, hasseveral promotions available to Waterford Chamber membersthrough the month of June. By preplanning now you can savehundreds, or even thousands of dollars while also preserving yourpeace of mind.
Preplanning allows you to:1) Relieve your loved ones from making a sudden, emotional decision
Making final arrangements is far more difficult when a loved one hasjust passed than if you plan for it now. It is a difficult decision tomake during a time when family members and friends should beremembering others. There are more than 50 decisions that mustbe made in literally 24 hours to prepare for final arrangements anda funeral. 2) Make a smart financial decisionLike anything, burial and cremation costs also rise each year, anddouble every 8-10 years. Preplanning saves on these costs, andallows for either an up front payment, or an affordable payment planthat fits your budget. You can lock in your price now before pricesrise. Furthermore, with preplanning you are able to make decisionson your funeral plans. 3) Personally decide on the details of your memorialThese are decisions you can make now with your loved ones sothe choice is yours. Your family won’t have to guess as to what youwant because your arrangements will have already been made.
Making your final arrangements is the final act of love you can giveto your family. Your family may not understand its full impact untilthe day you die but they will understand what a thoughtful andlasting gift you left them during a period of mourning andremembrance.
Upcoming promotions include:
April 10% discount on spaces in The Preserve10% discount on crypts10% discount on niches
May 10% discount to police, firefighters, first responders andveterans$200 discount on spaces in the Preserve 10% discount on crypts 10% discount on niches
June 10% discount on crypts10% discount on niches
Call All Saints or The Preserve at248-623-9633 to learn more or visitwww.mtelliott.com/allsaints andwww.mtelliott.com/thepreserve.
Edward Jones Named the Highest-ranking
Financial-services Firm on Forbes Magazine's"America's Best Employers 2015" List
In its first-ever ranking of best employers, Forbes Magazine rated
Edward Jones the highest-ranking financial-services firm out of
the list of 500 companies spanning 27 industries in the
magazine's "America's Best Employers 2015" edition, according
to Hilary Renno, Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
The firm's overall ranking was No. 24 out of the 500 companies
on the list. More than 20,000 American workers at 3,500 large
companies and non-profit institutions were polled online and
asked how likely they would recommend their employers to
others and how likely they would recommend other employers
within their industries.
"We are proud of our associates and honored their feedback has
ranked us on the Forbes list of 500 best employers as highest
among financial services firms," said Edward Jones Managing
Partner, Jim Weddle. "Edward Jones strives to be a best place
for our associates to work and for our clients to receive help
accomplishing their life-long financial goals. Our work is
extremely satisfying - working together in partnership to make a
difference to our clients and each other."
This is the second prestigious ranking Edward Jones recently
received. Earlier in March, FORTUNE magazine named the firm
No. 6 on its "100 Best Companies to Work For 2015" list. That
was Edward Jones' 16th appearance on the list.
Edward Jones also appears on Forbes Magazine's largest
private companies list, which is based on net revenues. The firm
ranked No. 65 with, at the time of the ranking in 2014, $5.72
billion in net revenue. Today, the firm's net revenues are $6.3
billion.
Edward Jones, a Fortune 500 company, provides financial
services for individual investors in the United States and, through
its affiliate, in Canada. Every aspect of the firm's business, from
the types of investment options offered to the location of branch
offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the
communities in which they live and work. The firm's 14,000-plus
financial advisors work directly with nearly 7 million clients.
Edward Jones, which ranked No. 6 on FORTUNE magazine's
100 Best Companies to Work For in 2015, is headquartered in
St. Louis. FORTUNE and Time Inc. are not affiliated with and do
not endorse products or services of Edward Jones. The Edward
Jones website is located at www.edwardjones.com, and its
recruiting website is www.careers.edwardjones.com.
Member SIPC.
PrePLaNNiNg iS SMart
Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce PAGE 7
We appreciate your generous support!Please do business with fellow chamber members when looking for products and services.
NEW AND RENEWING MEMBERSMAY ISSUE 2015
1 2 3 4ME POWER WASHINGEd Fouchey4872 Lore DrWaterford, MI 48328(248) 648-9839www.1234me.com
ALFRED AVERY - AVERY LAW PLCAl Avery3509 Elizabeth Lake RdWaterford, MI 48328(248) 742-5882www.averylawplc.com
AMERCIAN MARINE SCRich Mini6777 Highland RdWhite Lake, MI 48383(248) 887-7855www.americanmarinesc.com
BAKER COLLEGE OF AUBURN HILLSMelissa Whetstone1500 University DrAuburn Hills, MI 48326(248) 276-8264www.baker.edu
BREAKFAST OPTIMIST CLUB OFWATERFORD TWPBill Burr7400 Highland RdBox 106Waterford, MI 48327(586) 484-1806www.facebook.com/OptimistClubWaterford
CABINET CREATIONS, INCRon Allcorn5740 Williams Lake RdWaterford, MI 48329(248) 618-3332www.cabinetcreations.net
CANTERBURY-ON-THE-LAKEKim Deegan5601 Hatchery RdWaterford, MI 48329(248) 674-9292www.canterburyonthelake.com
CHANGING PLACES MOVING &SERVICESJohnna Struck4290 Hatchery RdWaterford, MI 48329(248) 674-3937www.changingplacesmovers.com
CJ'S UPPER DECK BAR & GRILLGino Spigno3270 W. HuronWaterford, MI 48328(248) 682-6200www.cjsupperdeck.com
COMMUNITY SUPPORTERSDr. John & Shirley Richardson4103 Windiate Park DrWaterford, MI 48329(248) 623-7327
CONNOLLY AND ASSOCIATES*Paul Connolly66 N. Williams Lake RdWaterford, MI 48327(248) 841-4084www.allstate.com/paulconnolly
COTTAGE INN PIZZAAndrew Manning47 S. Cass Lake RdWaterford, MI 48393(248) 682-8700
DIGITAL INK LLCRenee Lubaway3832 Anoka DrWaterford, MI 48329(248) 895-5374www.digitalinkllc.com
DRAKE WOOD MANOR, INCAdrien Keys4353 W. Walton BlvdWaterford, MI 48329(248) 674-2658
DSL MARINE TRANSPORT &SERVICESDavid Crow7845 Fawn CtWaterford, MI 48327(248) 894-0086www.dslmarine.com
EASY REAL ESTATE SERVICES*Sam Harris4391 Forest AveWaterford, MI 48328(248) 819-9949
GREAT MIDWESTERN ANTIQUEEMPORIUMNancy Dangel5233 Dixie HwyWaterford, MI 48329(248) 623-7460www.gmwae.com
GRENNAN CONSTRUCTIONFred Grennan917 Orchard Lake RdPontiac, MI 48341(248) 683-6066www.grennanconstruction.com
HENSON BAUER AGENCY INC*Ian Henson4568 W. Walton Blvd Ste AWaterford, MI 48329(248) 742-1365www.allstateagencies.com/ianhenson
HUNTINGTON BANKWilliam Britton4396 Highland RdWaterford, MI 48328(248) 681-4830
HUTTENLOCHER GROUPDave Huttenlocher1007 W. Huron StWaterford, MI 48328(248) 681-2100www.hgway.com
INN AT CASS LAKEGeoffrey Owen900 N. Cass Lake RdWaterford, MI 48328
INTERFACE 1 PC*Patricia Armstrong, Ph.D.4170 Pontiac Lake RdWaterford, MI 48328(248) 674-2659
JOE'S ARMY NAVY SURPLUS &CAMPINGJeff Goldsmith981 West HuronWaterford, MI 48328(248) 681-5277www.joesarmynavyonline.com
LAFONTAINE NISSANDon Poley2530 E. Highland RdHighland MI 48356www.thefamilydeal.com
LARRY'S MAINTENANCE, INCLarry Hershovitz3683 Elizabeth Lake RdWaterford, MI 48328(248) 681-4034www.larrysmaintenance.com
LEGAL SHIELD*Carol CompagnoniDavisburg, MI 48350(248) 420-3126www.ccompagnoni.legalshieldassociate.com
MOLD EXPERTS OF MICHIGANSuzanne Krygier6650 Highland Rd Ste 308Waterford, MI 48327(248) 623-9900
NERIUM INDEPENDENT BRANDPARTNERKaren PhelpsClarkston, MI 48348(248) 625-4897www.larrypehlps.nerium.com
OAKLAND COUNTY SPORTSMEN'SCLUBDan Stiff4770 Waterford RdClarkston, MI 48346(248) 623-0444www.ocsclub.org
OLDE MILL INNTimothy Birtsas5835 Dixie HwyClarkston, MI 48346(248) 623-0300www.oldemillinnofclarkston.com
PARAGON CONCRETE COMark Danhausen4389 Lessing RdWaterford, MI 48329(248) 623-0100www.paragonconcrete.net
PERFECT TOUCH MASSAGE THERAPYJennifer Goldman2710 Dixie Hwy Ste BWaterford, MI 48328(248) 977-0178www.pt.massagetherapy.com
PLAYALL BASKETBALLDave Smith7217 Sashabaw RdClarkston, MI 48348(248) 672-5894www.playallbasketball.net
REPAIR PLUMBING CO., INCFred Maitrott7654 Maceday Lake RdWaterford, MI 48329(248) 625-0777www.repairplumbingmi.com
SHARK CLUBBoomer Ulman6665 Highland RdWaterford, MI 48327(248) 666-4161www.sharkclubwaterford.com
SHERWIN-WILLIAMSJason Greer7066 SashabawClarkston, MI 48348(248) 922-9220www.sherwin-williams.com
SILENT CALL COMMUNICATIONSGeorge Elwell5095 Williams Lake RdWaterford, MI 48329(248) 673-7353www.silentcall.com
TECHBLEND SOLUTIONS*Eric AveryClarkston, MI 48346(248) 274-6565www.techblendsolutions.com
THAI DEE MAEW CATTERY*Lisa YoungWaterford, MI 48328(248) 214-6125www.thaideemeaw.com
THE BAKERY WATERFORD*Kevin Cunningham4698 Dixie HwyWaterford, MI 48329(248) 259-2551www.thebakerywaterford.com
THERMAL SHIELD WINDOWSFred Mekled6000 Williams Lake RdWaterford, MI 48329(248) 623-6666www.thermalshieldwindows.com
THRIVE STUDIOSTammy Chouinard7633 Highland RdWaterford, MI 48326(248) 496-1047www.buildingthrive.com
TIM HORTONS* Frederick Abaad4837 Dixie HwyWaterford, MI 48329(248) 618-9369www.timhortons.com
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK - NORTH OAKLANDWayne Lake5289 Dixie Hwy Unit DWaterford, MI 48329(248) 623-7484www.twomen.com
U.S. POSTAL SERVICEMark Jewell5340 Highland RdWaterford, MI 48327(248) 721-0531www.usps.com
UNCLE BUCK'S PARTY RENTAL, INCPaula Phaneuf3160 Haggerty Rd Ste QWest Bloomfield, MI 48323(248) 666-5432www.unclebucksparty.com
VOLLRATH INSURANCE SERVICES, INCScott A. Vollrath4700 Dixie HwyWaterford, MI 48329(248) 673-1219www.vollrathinsurance.com
WATERFORD COMMUNITY CHURCHMaryJane Johns3900 Airport RdWaterford, MI 48329(248) 623-1340www.waterfordwired.org
WATERFORD SURGICAL CENTERMary Becker5220 Highland Rd Ste 100Waterford, MI 48327(248) 886-5555
WATERFORD TOWNSHIP TREASURERMargaret Birch5200 Civic Center DrWaterford, MI 48329(248) 674-6217www.twp.waterford.mi.us
WATERFORD TOWNSHIP, PARKS & RECREATIONAlison Swanson5200 Civic Center DrWaterford, MI 48328(248) 674-5441www.twp.waterford.mi.us/parksandrec
WOOD FLOORS BY JESSE LLCJesse Paynter8208 Rattalee Lake RdClarkston, MI 48348(248) 563-2152www.woodfloorsbyjesse.com
* Indicates new memberof the Waterford AreaChamber of Commerce
PAGE 8 Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS continued...
Have you had a mortgage checkup lately?
We have seen a nice tick up in property values over the past year.
According to CoreLogic, the trend appears to be continuing where
property values will continue appreciating at a reasonable pace.
This is great news for all of us.
Having regular checkups by a doctor is a critical step to ensuring
health. The same concept holds true for one of your most important
financial investments: your mortgage.
Let’s discuss the following needs and concerns:
1) Did you obtain a Jumbo loan several years ago? Rates were
significantly higher on these loan types. It may behoove you to
consider refinancing.
2) Do you have a second mortgage you would like to consolidate
with the first?
3) Have you obtained your mortgage several years ago? It may be
beneficial to look at a term reduction and actually have a
payment reduction.
4) Did you do a mortgage with Lender Paid mortgage insurance or
do you pay private mortgage insurance? You may be able to
benefit with a significant rate reduction and have no PMI.
5) Did you get an FHA loan over the past couple of years? You
may be able to obtain a conventional mortgage with little or no
private mortgage insurance.
6) Are you planning on doing some improvements and do you need
a little cash to do so?
A lot of times, we get to thinking about these questions. And our
lives get busy, and then these questions end up on the back burner.
Viewing your mortgage as a financial instrument that can help you
save money and achieve other life goals, is a smart move. It all
begins with a mortgage checkup.
Article written by Cindy Taylor, NMLS #139808.
For additional information and any questions you may have, please
feel free to contact Cindy Taylor, Huron Valley Financial, at 248-891-8226 or email [email protected].
Or visit my webpage at:www.huronvalleyfinancial.com/Branches/clarkston/CYNTHIATAYLOR
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MEMBERS IN THE NEWS continued...
Ribbon Cuttings/Grand Openings - Congratulations!
Vintage Spirit N Soul - (248) 535-13547627 Highland Rd, Waterford
Nicole’s Catering & Kitchen - (248) 875-85677766 Highland Rd, Waterford
Tropical Smoothie Café - (248) 779-7925340 Town Center Blvd, White Lake
Congratulations to Lynn Markarian, Owner of Vintage Spirit N Soul. Vintage Spirit
N Soul is a delightful art and vintage market, where artists and vintage sellers
each have their own space to showcase their artwork and vintage items.
After years of art shows, local galleries and shops and selling through numerous
online sights, Owner, Lynn Markarian, decided it was time to expand and have a
store where she can showcase her photographic art and vintage finds and to
share the opportunity with others.
This little gem off Highland Road is definitely a place you will find great treasures
for yourself and unique gifts for others.
Congratulations to Owners, Brent (and Craig), of Tropical Smoothie Cafe. If youhaven’t been to Tropical Smoothie it’s time to take the plunge! The folks atTropical Smoothie Café are guided by the belief that when you eat better, youfeel better. Which is why they use real, better-for-you ingredients in theirsmoothies and food.
It’s also why they get creative about making super foods taste delicious. Andwhy they’re always excited to introduce new tropical fruits, vegetables andspices. They give familiar foods a unique taste that’s all their own and the rightbalance of health and nutrition benefits. They have lots of options including under500 calories, vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Tropical Smoothie also has a catering menu! From morning meetings with theteam to social gatherings of any size, their catering offers great-tasting food andsmoothies that will leave your group refreshed, not sluggish! Everything comessmartly packaged for travel and serving convenience. They see to all the details,including the utensils, plates and napkins. Yummy!
Congratulations to Nicole’s Catering and Kitchen. They may be new to theWaterford Community but has been in business since 2008. Nicole and herhusband, Bill, opened their catering business when she was 20 years old andobtaining her bachelors degree. Nicole’s favorite part of her job is working withher husband/business partner every day. Nicole has been cooking since she wasa little girl. She learned everything she needed to know from her hardworkingparents.
Nicole’s Catering offers only the best homemade and amazing tasting food andspecializes in traditional Polish/American cuisine. The doors are now open onSaturdays from 12-3:00 p.m. for take-out only. Some food items available: stuffedcabbage, meatballs, city chicken and a variety of Pierogi. Nicole’s Catering alsocaters many different events to the surrounding communities.
A special thanks to her landlord John Lafontaine, who is a blessing from above,plus father, Jack Baker, and contractor Rick Snyder. Nicole is looking forward tobeing in this community for many years ahead.
PAGE 10 Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
Our thanks to Kristen Huizdos,
Au.D, Owner of Alliance Hearing
and Dena Gabry, Independent
Agent for AFLAC for hosting the
April Perking Up. The homemade muffins, bruschetta, deviled
eggs and more made networking even more enjoyable!
Kristen Huizdos, Au.D. has been working in the field of Audiology
for 16 years. She holds a State of Michigan Audiology License
and is certified by the American Speech Language Hearing
Association.
Alliance Hearing Care provides a comprehensive array of
services related to evaluation, rehabilitation and prevention of
hearing impairment. These services include hearing evaluations,
specialized diagnostic testing, and advanced hearing instrument
fittings from a wide variety of manufacturers.
Alliance Hearing Care also provides custom hearing protection
for musicians, motorcyclists, construction workers, heavy
equipment operators and a variety of other hobbies and
professions. When it comes to your hearing, your choice of a
hearing healthcare professional is one of the most important
decisions you’ll make. Contact Kristen at 248-886-0110 or visit
alliancehearingcare.com.
Long time member and ambassador for
the Chamber, Dena Gabry, co-hosted the
April Perking Up. Dena brought along a
few fun door prizes including the infamous quacking Aflac duck.
But in all seriousness, good health insurance is a top priority for
business owners and their employees. Aflac is the leading provider
of voluntary insurance in the United States. In addition to being a
valuable supplement to your current health insurance, Aflac is a
great added benefit for employers to offer at little or no cost,
especially in today’s increasingly competitive hiring environment.
As a business, Aflac is offered at a discount and offered a-la-cart.
You can pick and choose the policies that fit your needs. Policies
are inexpensive and start as low as $5 - $7 per week and are payroll
deducted. They are designed to reduce out of pocket costs from
co-pays and deductibles which are at an all time high with most
policies!
Aflac recently launched One Day Pay (SM), a trailblazing initiative
that allows the company to receive, process, approve and disburse
payment to policyholders for eligible claims within just one business
day. SmartClaim submission is available for all types of individual
Accident, Cancer, Hospital and Sickness; Hospital Indemnity,
Intensive Care and Specified Health Event claims – regardless of
whether they are simple, moderate or complex claims. For more
information contact Dena at 248-838-9398 or email
Alliance Hearing and AFLAC co-host the April Perking uP!
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Henry Ford West BloomfieldHosts Gallery Talks and Art Tours provided by
the Detroit Institute of Arts
Gallery talks will be held at the hospital from 11 a.m. to noon
in the Demonstration Kitchen, followed by a 45-minute art
tourshowcasing our Michigan art collection.
JUNE 16 - The Essentials: Explore
selected DIA artworks, to gain an
appreciation of the diversity, quality
and world-class status of the
museum’s collection.
Self Portrait - Vincent van Gogh
City of Detroit Purchase
MAY 19 - Diego Rivera and FridaKahloin Detroit: Rivera came to
Detroit to create the famous “Detroit
Industry” frescoes at the DIA. The
1930’s Depression in Detroit marked a
dramatic turning point in the careers of
Rivera, and his wife, Frida Kahlo. This
resulted in his most visionary statement
for the future and her boldly personal,
expressive art.
Untitled (Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, Mexico City), 1933; Martin
Munkácsi, Hungarian. ©The Estate of Martin Munkácsi, Courtesy Howard
Greenberg Gallery, NY and International Center of Photography ©2014
Frida Kahlo Corporation. All rights reserved
The Healing Arts program uses literary, performing and visual
art experiences to promote healing and celebrate the cultural
diversity of the community. This program is made possible by
the generosity of the Debra Saber Salisbury Healing Arts and
Wellness Walk Fund.
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital is located at 6777 WestMaple Road. For additional information contact Amy Strauss
at 248-325-1089.
HuntingtOn BAnK nAMED WinnER OF tnS
CHOiCE AWARD FOR COnSuMER REtAiL
BAnKing in tHE CEntRAL REgiOn OF tHE
u.S. FOR tHiRD tiME
Huntington cited for highest customer satisfaction rating
Huntington Bank has been named the winner of the 2015 TNS
Choice Award for Consumer Retail Banking in the Central Region
of the U.S. This marks the third time Huntington has won the
recognition and led the Central Region. TNS presented the award
to Huntington for both attracting and retaining customers at rates
better than any of the top 15 banks in the Central region. TNS also
recognized Huntington as earning the highest overall customer
satisfaction rating, and as having the most favorably regarded bank
brand.
“We’ve made key investments to make banking more convenient
and build a culture that looks out for our customers. Winning the
TNS Choice Award for the third time in recent years is a great
example our strategies are working,” said Steve Steinour, Chairman,
President and Chief Executive Officer of Huntington.
“We are grateful to our customers for their recognition of our
bankers who deliver such outstanding service,” said Mary Navarro,
Huntington’s retail and business banking Director. “Our bankers are
focused on doing the right thing for our customers. They know a
good customer experience is about convenience as well as
knowing and understanding a customer’s needs. This recognition,
among others, continues to tell us that we are on the right track.”
“TNS Choice Awards are not about doing one thing well; they are
about putting many elements together in a way that yields success
in the marketplace,” said Joe Hagan, Senior Vice President of multi-
client programs at TNS and Manager of the TNS Choice Awards,
which are well-known in the industry for recognizing banks that
outperform their competitors in acquiring, retaining and developing
customers.
Huntington leads the Central Region, which consists of the following
20 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas,
Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri,
Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota,
Tennessee, Texas and Wisconsin. Previous years won include 2012
and 2013.
Winners of the TNS Choice Award are determined by using data from
TNS’s multi-client research programs. These results are determined
using several different metrics, each providing an indication of how
individual firms are performing vis-à-vis their competitors. The award
goes to the one provider with the highest score.
Spring has sprung! Finally, the grass isonce again green, the birds are chirping,the days are longer, the golf courses areopen, and you can pack away that wintergear. Spring is such a great time of theyear and means so much to so manypeople. Here at Smith’s Disposal, for
instance, spring obviously brings about a much warmer workenvironment, but it also brings about our annual employee healthbenefits review.
As most of you know, trying to keep up with the Affordable CareAct is a monumental task. Not that long ago, securing qualityhealth insurance for your employee’s was challenging, butmanageable. Under the new ACA rules and guidelines, it is vitalyou enlist the services of a professional insurance agent that canhelp you navigate the ever-changing minefield heath insurancehas become. Fortunately, the WACC has several knowledgeablemembers that are ready to sit down with you and help you puttogether a plan that will meet your team’s needs, withoutdevastating your bottom line.
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