Temecula Today - January/February 2012

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mission StatementThe mission of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is to promote the economic environment of all member businesses and by so doing will support the programs which preserve and improve the quality of life.

OfficersChairman of the Board — Isaac Lizarraga, Rancho Ford Lincoln MercuryFirst Vice Chairman — Jeff Kurtz, Promenade TemeculaFirst Vice Chairman — Tony Berardino, Cornerstone E & S Insurance ServicesTreasurer — Jerry Konchar, Pechanga Resort & CasinoSecretary — Janet Scott

DirectorsNancy Austin, Grubb & EllisPeter Baker, Loma Linda University Medical Center MurrietaBrian Conners, Southwest Healthcare SystemLeslie Doherty, Leslie Doherty CPALouEllen Ficke, Commerce Bank of Temecula ValleyJann Gentry, Gentry StudiosKim Kelliher, The GrapelineShane Lesovsky, Temecula Valley CommunicationsSuzanne Lingold, Cal State San MarcosCrystal Magon, South Coast Winery Resort & SpaLori Marruffo, Virtual Outsourcing SolutionsPaul Nolta, Small Business Development Resource CenterKimberly Freize-Uhler, Clear Blue PromotionsJeff Powell, Abbott VascularJanese Reyes, Community Little BookKaren Roberts, Kaiser PermanenteMatt Stone, Rancho California Water DistrictRobert Rosenstein, The Law Offices of Rosenstein & Hitzeman

management TeamAlice Sullivan, President CEO Laura Turnbow, Chief Operations OfficerKatie Edmonds, Membership Director Beth Soltysiak, Sales ExecutiveTiffany Clark, Membership CoordinatorEmily Pulley, Communications Director Jennifer Cloud, Special Events Director Brooke Nunn, Special Events CoordinatorJeanette Kristensen, Resource Coordinator Lynn Collett, Resource Coordinator

committeesLEGISLATIVE COUNCILChair — Gene Wunderlich MEMBERSHIP SERVICESChair — Jim Mclaughlin, Morrison McnabbVYPChristine Chappell, Sea Squard Marketing

Deadline for text is the 10th of the preceding month, and deadline for inserts is the 10th of the preceding month. Members wishing to submit articles for upcoming issues of Temecula Today, please submit to [email protected].

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TeMeCuLa CeLebraTeS:CaliFOrnia rEstaUrant mOnth

Over 20 Temecula restaurants are participating in a state-wide promotion to dine at some of the best restaurants in California

throughout the month of January.

Temecula Valley restaurants will celebrate California Restaurant Month from January 1 to 31. Over 20 restaurants in Wine Country, Old Town, The Promenade, Pechanga Resort & Casino and around town will participate.

“Temecula Restaurant Month is an incredible opportunity to experience some of the best wine and food in the destination at a value they can’t get at any other time of the year,” Kimberly Adams, president and CEO of the Temecula Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau stated. “January is also a great time to get hotel deals and experience the diversity of what our destination offers, from wine tasting to golfing to gaming.”

All participating restaurants will have a special lunch and dinner menu just for restaurant month. Most of them have lunch items for $5, $10 and $15 and dinner items for $15, $20 and $30. Ask your server what the Restaurant Month specials are if a menu is not featured at the table.

We are pleased to have four of Pechanga Resort & Casino’s outstanding restaurants involved in our promotion.

“Pechanga is very focused on providing a world-class dining experience for our guests. We are excited to partner with Visit California and the Temecula Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau to provide a full range of cuisines served at our numerous restaurants for those looking to have a California dining adventure in January,” states Dennis Khanh, Vice President of Food and Beverage at Pechanga.

The participating restaurants include Baily’s, Bamboo at Pechanga, Carol’s at Baily’s Winery, Creekside Grill at Wilson Creek Winery, Fish Monger Café, Front Street Bar & Grill, It’s All Good Bar & Grill, Kelsey’s Bar & Grill at Pechanga, Meritage at Callaway Winery, Paisano’s Italian at Pechanga, Scarcella’s Italian Grill, Seafood Grotto at Pechanga, Shorty’s Bistro at Mount Palomar Winery, Sizzler in Murrieta, Sweet Lumpy’s BBQ, Temet Grill at Temecula Creek Inn, The Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar, The Pinnacle at Falkner Winery, The Restaurant at Leoness Cellars, and Tilted Kilt. Please check the website for an updated list, menus and more information, www.restaurantmonth.org.

Temecula is excited to participate in California Restaurant Month, designated by Visit California. Upwards of 30 destinations across California, from the desert and coast to wine country and High Sierra, are hosting restaurant weeks and

other value-driven food programming this January.

“Last year’s inaugural California Restaurant Month was a huge success, with 23 participating destinations. We’re thrilled to see the program grow to include even more destinations so we can continue to tell California’s amazing culinary story,” said Caroline Beteta, Visit California president & CEO.

Last year travelers in California spent $23.1 billion on food and beverages, more than for any other spending segment and constituting 26 percent of all visitor spending last year (Source: Dean Runyan Associates), For more information about participating cities, visit www.visitcalifornia.com/restaurantmonth

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Wine CounTrya Dining ExpEriEnCE

It’s been said that wine tastes best when consumed in its natural environment. Right where it’s produced. Where you can see the vineyards, smell the earth and feel the sunshine. In the Temecula Valley, one can visit the many

wineries and do just that. But, unlike any other wine region in the state, here, you can take that one step further...

Imagine a perfect pairing. The marriage of food and wine. An omg! moment of the palate. And then suppose, just suppose that you could sense that right here in your own back yard.

The Temecula Valley offers a vast array of wine country dining. All are connected not only to an individual winery property, but also by the foods they serve as complement to the wines they produce. From a casual al fresco lunch to a four star dining experience, the region is quickly becoming known for its wine and food connection. A diverse collection of gourmet experiences are closer than you think!

Medieval in architecture, contemporary in food style, Carol’s Restaurant at Baily Winery is open Thursday through Sunday for lunch. Carol’s offers an extensive menu featuring local and estate grown produce to match their estate Bordeaux varietal wines.

Meritage at Callaway was named one of the “Hot 100 Restaurants in the Inland Empire”. Chef Mike Henry uses local, sustainable, and organic ingredients to produce wine friendly tapas, salads and entrées with a Mediterranean flair. Open daily.

Not new to dining awards, The Pinnacle at Falkner Winery has garnered numerous Best Restaurant and Best Chef accolades and is famous for their Lobster Mac & Cheese, outstanding views, wonderful wines and meticulous service. Open daily for lunch only.

The Restaurant at Leonesse Cellars features a variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and flatbreads that pair with your personal tastes and favorite Leonesse Cellar wines. Open Friday through Sunday for lunch only.

Maurice’s Kitchen at Maurice Car’rie Winery, while famous for their decadent baked brie bread, also serves up a simple and reasonably priced luncheon menu of soups, salads and sandwiches Friday through Sunday.

Weekend visitors to Monte de Oro’s mdo wine bar & bistro are invited to partake in a menu that includes cheese and dessert plates, salads and panini’s created specifically to highlight the winery’s vast flight of wines.

Open daily, Shorty’s Bistro at Mount Palomar Winery features a diverse array of Mediterranean inspired appetizers, sandwiches, soups, stone oven pizzas, delicious entrees, elegant desserts, and many other unique items.

The Restaurant at Ponte Winery serves a wide selection of Farmers’ Market salads, grape-wood fired pizzas, fresh pasta dishes, natural beef, sustainable seafood and homemade desserts. And of course, a full-selection of Ponte wines ready to pair with each dish! Open daily.

The Vineyard Rose at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa offers a taste of casual Southern California elegance with a hint of Tuscany. The ambiance is countryside chic, the menu vast, the hospitality warm as the Mediterranean sun. Open daily.

A Southern California Restaurant Writers Association favorite, Thornton Winery’s Cafe Champagne combines Country French elegance with “Contemporary Fusion Cuisine”. An artfully designed menu pairs wonderfully with the extensive wine list. Open daily.

Fresh, seasonal ingredients and award winning Wilson Creek wines are all the inspiration needed for the offerings at the Creekside Grille. Appetizers, salads, sandwiches and an array of daily specials fill the menu. Open daily.

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Happy DayS are Here againrEstaUrants OFFEr valUE & variEty with a FEast OF happy hOUr mEnUs

With the holidays behind us and a full year ahead, you may have made a resolution to eat a little less, watch spending a little more or just capture the spirit of Carpe Diem while you still can!

Treating yourself better makes sense. Not limiting yourself to the same routine day in and day out also makes sense. But what doesn’t always make sense is going out for a full dinner on a weeknight, eating a heavy meal, or sluggishly trying to manage your evening after that bottle of wine.

Enter the perfect solution. Happy hour. The very name, says it all!

We’ve always known about it. We took advantage of it when we were young. But that end of the day, get together and be sociable, somehow got traded for coaching soccer or responding to email.

2012 is the unofficial year of the Happy Hour. It’s a bridge back to prosperity, good times, and a country back on the road to recovery. Network during Happy Hour. Meet for drinks with the guys at Happy Hour. Enjoy the political debates during Happy Hour. In fact, Happy Hour is a great time to celebrate that basketball is back on! Meet for the games throughout the week and relish the action that was almost missed!

Several levels of Happy Hour can be enjoyed here in Temecula. In fact, some of the best restaurants in the Temecula Valley offer great Happy Hours with small bites, priced just right.

Make a date with your best friend, your colleagues of jobs gone by, or that client who you want to get to know better this month at Happy Hour. It’s a great way to start the year off in the right direction! So, forget your troubles, and come on, get happy!

The LazY DOg caFéMonday-Friday 3-6pm & Sunday-Thursday 9-close (bar & patio only)

$3.00 16oz DraftsCoors lightBud lightPabst Blue Ribbon

$4.00 All Well Drinks 16oz Lazy Dog House Beers BV Chardonnay or Merlot (glass)

$5.00 Cosmo or Pink Lemon Drop Martini

Zarco Gold Margarita Sailor Jerry Rum & Coke Lazy Dog House Beer Sampler

$6.00Cucumber & Mint Martini Pomegranate Martini Asian Pear Martini Sparkling Strawberry Margarita Champagne Mojito Stoli Vodka On the Rocks Your Way J.Lohr Chardonnay or Merlot (glass) Craft Beer Sampler

EATS *= Happy Hour Portion

$3.00 Cajun FriesLoaded Potato HushpuppiesGrilled Garlic Flatbread Zucchini Fries & Ranch*

$4.00 Togarashi Edamame Beans Sweet Potato Tater Tots Fresh Beets & Goat Cheese Personal Cheese Pizza Spicy Buffalo Chicken Nuggets Hawaiian Ahi Poke* Chicken Wings* Chicken Lettuce Cups*

$5.00Chicken Tenders & BBQ Sauce*Any Personal Pizza

Late Night Burger (only available after 9pm)

$6.00 NachosHummus TrioSpinach & Cheese DipInside-Out Cheese QuesadillaWok-Fired CalamariAll Prices subject to change

reD rObin3pm – 6pm & 8pm –Close Monday through Friday in bar only

$3Guacamole, Salsa and ChipsQueso DipPound of Spuds

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$5NachosJump Starters Double Combo (Pick two)Onion ringsFresh-Fried MushroomsFresh Fried ZucchiniAnd Many more!

$7Towering Onion RingsJust-in-QuesadillaRR Buzzard Wings

DRINKSDomestic Draft $2.50Premium Draft $3.50House Wine $2.50SelectWine $3.50 Premium Wine $4.50Well Drinks$2.50Gold Margarita $3.50

LuciLLe’S SmOkehOuSe bar-b-Que3-7pm Monday through Friday and 9pm ‘til close 7 days a week! Available in the bar only

Appetizers Hot Link 1.99Fried Green Tomatoes 2.99Onion Straws 2.99Spinach & Cheese Dip 3.99Blackened Chicken Quesadilla 3.99Cajun Fish Tacos 4.99Irish Nachos 1.99Fried Pickles 2.99Sliders 3.99BBQ Wings 4.99Orleans Gumbo 4.99BBQ Rib Tips 6.99

22 oz. Draft Beers Lucille’s Hefeweizen 4.00Lucille’s Honey Blonde 4.00Lucille’s Amber Ale 4.00Coors Light 3.25Bud Light 3.25$1.00 off all other 22 oz draft beers

Lucille’s Reserve Wines By the glass 4.50Well Drinks 3.50Skyy Martinis 6.00Vodka Martinis Cosmopolitan Sour Apple Lemon Drop Key Lime

Featured Cocktails Cuervo Margarita 4.00Beam Mint Julep 4.25Dixie Sweet Tea 4.25Joe’s Hurricane 5.00Classic Mojito 5.25Long Island 5.50Back Porch Strawberry Lemonade 5.25Crocodile Cooler 5.50Classic Caddy Rita 6.00$1.00 off all other drinks on the bar menu

YarD hOuSeHappy Hour & Late NightMONDAY - FRIDAY 3PM - 6PM SUNDAY - WEDNESDAY 10PM - CLOSE

MARTINIS & BEERShortys $2.25 - $4.00Domestic Pints $3.50Craft/Import Pints $4.25 - $4.75Goblets $4.75 - $5.25Half Yards (M-F, 3-6 only)$7.00 - $9.50Well Drinks $4.25 - $4.75House Martinis $6.00Wine By The Glass $2.00 OFF

HALF YARDS NOT AVAILABLE FOR LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR. BRANDS NOTED ON MENU WITH A SINGLE ASTERISK (*) OR DOUBLE ASTERISK (**) ARE NOT AVAILABLE IN A HALF YARD.

SELECT HALF-PRICED APPETIZERS & PIZZASPizzasBBQ Chicken · Four Cheese · Margherita · Pepperoni & Mushroom · Ham & Pineapple · Spicy Thai Chicken

AppetizersSpinach Cheese Dip · Moo Shu Egg Rolls · Fried Calamari · Fried Chicken Strips · Shiitake Garlic Noodles · Onion Ring Tower · Chicken Nachos · Hawaiian Poke Stack · Seared Ahi Sashimi · Chicken Lettuce Wraps · Spicy Tuna Roll · California Roll · Blue Crab Cakes · Wings: Traditional, Boneless or Veggie

SLIDERSClassic, Béarnaise, Pastrami, Turkey Burger or Veggie, $6.95 Ahi Sliders, $9.95


THe banka histOriC plaCE tO DinE

The story of The Bank Building goes back to 1909, when the town of Temecula needed a bank. That was the year the old livery was closed and torn down to make room for the First National Bank of Temecula.

The bank opened in 1914 and closed in 1945 as WWII was ending. During that time, The First National Bank of Temecula became noted for being the site of the first bank robbery in Riverside County. Rich with history for a town and personal memories for many Temecula residents, The Bank represents a huge part of the historic past of our City.

In 1978, David and Artemisa Covarrubias opened, what is now, the oldest Mexican restaurant in the Temecula Valley. In 2007, after the Covarrubias’ retired, Christy and Craig Puma bought the restaurant and took over as caretakers of this historic building in our midst.

“It was a long time dream to own our own business. But we never imagined that business would be a restaurant…funny enough,” said Craig. “But the philosophy is quite simple---treat customers and employees just like we want to be treated. We go out a lot. We like good service, we like good food, we like a clean environment and we like friendly people. That’s what we constantly train at The Bank…to offer our customer a positive experience every time.”

The Bank – Mexican Restaurant & Bar offers a variety of authentic style Mexican cuisine originating from Guanajuato, in the Central Mexico region. If you have only been to Baja California, you will find a slightly different taste that offered at most Mexican Restaurants. We have also added some familiar dishes from Baja and Mexican/American style menus.

Specialties of The Bank include the Carne Asada Plate; Carnitas Plate; Grilled or Battered Fish Tacos; and an excellent Chile Rellano. Another signature dish is the Mexican Ortega Chili Cheeseburger; New York Steak; and Chipotle Chicken wings. To top off the meal, the Fried Carmel Cheesecake and signature Flan is out of this world.

The Bank has a full bar at your service, with many specialty style margaritas alongside your old favorites. Offering such margaritas as the Chipotle Pineapple; Pomerita and Spicy Mango, The Bank customers love the uniqueness of these specialty drinks. Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights you can enjoy our own Hector Luque. Hector is a professional flair bartender out of Las Vegas and offers quite a show while pouring you your favorite cocktail. Each bartender offers their own style of extra special service.

Additionally, The Bank is planning events such as a Tequila Tasting dinner each quarter. With the first of the 2012 year being January 17, a Tequila Tasting offers a fun lesson about this tantalizing liquor. Participants will gain a full understanding of where Tequila comes from, how it is made and differences between each category. The Tequila Dinner is being presented in the Private Banquet Room located Above The Bank. This second floor private room is available for rent for birthdays, wedding rehearsals, anniversaries or any other occasion. You can also have a DJ or up to a 3 piece band for your music pleasure. The room accommodates up to 44 people with a 20 person minimum. You can chose from the banquet room menu, offering a variety of buffet style meals.

Throughout the year The Bank is also the center of attention. “One event in particular is Western Days. It’s the only time that we have a little fun while being robbed at High Noon,” said Craig. Western Days is generally the 3rd weekend in May. Another event is The Annual Spring Rod Run. People flock to the corner of Old Town Front and Main Street to hang out at this local hot spot during this event, which brings about 50,000 people to our Old Town district.

Many customers come to The Bank as part of a 34 year tradition; some come for the history of this old building; some for the many Old Town events; but all come to enjoy great Mexican food, a fun atmosphere and friendly service. You can also learn about our specials by “Liking” “The Bank – Mexican Restaurant & Bar” on Facebook or follow us on Twitter at “BankofMex”. You can also visit our website at www.thebankmexicanrestaurant.com. Our restaurant offers something for everyone…and you can take that straight to The Bank!

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TeMeCuLa VaLLey CHaMber oF CoMMerCeannOUnCEs 2012 BOarD OF DirECtOrs

The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2012 Board of Directors. Ballots were sent to the Chamber membership in October resulting in the election of two incumbents, two new

directors and four appointees to serve a two and three-year term.

At the board meeting on December 15, 2011, board members elected the following to serve as the 2012 Executive Officers for the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce:

Chairman of the Board: Isaac Lizarraga, Rancho Ford Lincoln1st Vice Chairman of the Board: Jeff Kurtz, Promenade Temecula

2nd Vice Chairman of the Board: Tony Berardino, Cornerstone E & S Insurance Services

Treasurer: Jerry Konchar, Pechanga Development Corporation

Secretary: Janet Scott

The 2012 bOarD OF DirecTOrS iS aS FOLLOwS:Nancy Austin, Grubb & EllisPeter Baker, Loma Linda University Medical Center MurrietaBrian Conners, Southwest Healthcare SystemLeslie Doherty, Leslie Doherty CPA

LouEllen Ficke, Commerce Bank of Temecula ValleyJann Gentry, Gentry StudiosKim Kelliher, The GrapelineShane Lesovsky, Temecula Valley CommunicationsSuzanne Lingold, Cal State San MarcosCrystal Magon, South Coast Winery Resort & SpaLori Marruffo, Virtual Outsourcing SolutionsPaul Nolta, Small Business Development Resource CenterKimberly Freize-Uhler, Clear Blue PromotionsJeff Powell, Abbott VascularJanese Reyes, Community Little BookKaren Roberts, Kaiser PermanenteMatt Stone, Rancho California Water DistrictRobert Rosenstein, The Law Offices of Rosenstein & Hitzeman

Under the leadership of the 2012 Board of Directors, the TVCC will continue to strive to fulfill its potential as the leading chamber in the 21st century and present nearly 200 quality programs that will contribute to the success of our members and the business community.

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inDuSTrY neTwOrking “Turning cOmPeTiTOrS inTO ParTnerS”January 31, 2012 8:00-9:30am Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce

You are invited to attend this event if your company is in the industry of: Housing, Home Buying or Real Estate. The purpose of this event is to bring professionals together who are in the HOUSING, HOME BUYING and REAL ESTATE Industries to network with one another, build relationships and gain referrals.

You will have the opportunity to get to know one another and share your ideal clients, how long you’ve been in business and what your specialty is.

Businesses in the professions listed below are exclusively invited to attend:Bank – Bank-Commercial Loans – Business/Commercial Broker – Home Inspector – Home Staging – Notary Public – Property Preservation – Real Estate Agent – Real Estate Appraiser – Real Estate Attorney – Real Estate Developer/Investor – Real Estate Escrow Service – Real Estate Mortgage

Broker – Real Estate Mortgage Loans – Real Estate Trade Organization- Insurance – Title Company. To find out more information contact Katie at the Chamber (951) 676-5090.

PrOFeSSiOnaL DeveLOPmenT SerieS; The eDucaTiOn encOunTerA new approach to education for 2012

4 Relevant Topics, 4 Classes each, Exceptional Presentations and Certificate of Participation!

You don’t want to miss this exciting opportunity to take part in developing professionally in one or all of these business topics.

January-March – Marketing | April-June – Leadership | July-September – Sales | October-December – QuickBooks

To find out more information or to register please contact [email protected] or (951) 676-5090.

*In order to receive certificate, you must be able to attend all 4 classes per topic.

neW TVCC eVenTS LaunCHing in 2012

neW MeMber DireCToryBEnEFits OF mEmBErship

The TVCC has launched our new member directory/database, allowing members the opportunity to manage their account and contacts. Weblink provides up to date statistics on referrals and allows

members to promote with coupons or specials.

webLink TiPSQuick and Easy tips to navigate your way through the Chamber’s new online Member Directory!

Members Only Login Area on the Home screen of the TVCC website, www.temecula.org

You can easily update your profile/contact information or change your username and password, pay your annual membership investment online, view all referrals you are receiving from the TVCC, Add a coupon or discount to offer to fellow members.

Submit a community event

Searching for a business – The business directory is comprised of Categories, based on Industries. There are 3 basic ways to find a business; Quicklinks, Keyword Search, Search by drop down Category or by viewing all Categories.

business category Listings are on a “random rotation” allowing all members to have an equal opportunity to receive referrals.

Search engine Optimization (SeO) is the #1 way to help people find websites. Our goal is to help you consistently rank as high as possible in the search engines. This technology drives more traffic to chamber websites, and in turn, to YOU.

Protecting the privacy of our members We protect you from potential spamming by allowing those looking to connect with you the opportunity to email you using the “contact us” form which in turn protects all chamber member emails.

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MeMber appreCiaTionthanK yOU

40 Year member Since 1971Rancon Real Estate - Dan Stephenson

30 Year member Since 1981Hillcrest AcademyMarkham Development Management Group, Inc.Rancho Land Associates, Inc.Rightway Portable Toilets, Temp. Power, Storage Containers, Septic PumpingRobinson Printing & Creative MediaSouthern California Gas Company

25 Year member Since 1986Southern California Hydroseed, Inc.Temecula Trophy, Inc.United Way of the Inland Valleys

20 Year member Since 1991ABC Child Care CenterCostco WholesaleExtra Space StorageOld Town Tire & Service, LLCPrime Care of TemeculaRamona VNA & HospiceTemecula Dental GroupTemecula Valley Fire Equipment Company

15 Year member Since 1996American Medical ResponseBarney’s Tire & WheelBob’s Canvas, Inc.Calavo Growers Inc.Chicago Title EscrowFaith Quality Auto BodyFirst Citizens Bank

Lawlor ChiropracticRancho DentalRichie’s Real American DinerS. Sanders Company InsuranceStutz, Artiano, Shinoff & Holtz, APCTucalota Springs RV ParkUnion Bank of CaliforniaThe Walters Management Company

10 Year member Since 2001Broadview MortgageBucketeer Maintenance, Inc.Camp del CorazonCutting Edge StaffingMichelle’s Place Women’s Breast Cancer Resource CenterMiramonte Winery / Celebration CellarsRancho Physical Therapy, Inc.RKR Marketing & AdvertisingThe Scotts CompanySoroptimist International of Tri-ValleySouthern California Telephone CompanyState Farm Insurance - Rick DouglasTarbell Realtors - Jody & Ron Mathews

5 Year member Since 2006Axene Health Partners, LLCBank of America Home Loans BJ’S RestaurantBMW of RiversideBrandman UniversityTemecula Coldwell Banker Residential BrokerageWildomar Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

Continental RealtyCPL-Cable, Pipe & Leak Detection, Inc.Fairfield Inn & SuitesFish House Vera CruzFish Window CleaningFriends of Ronald Reagan Sports ParkGolden Eagle Properties - Michael CrawfordGreat ClipsGrubb & EllisHome Living Solutions LLCInn at Europa VillageInspect-It 1stKeyways Vineyard & Winery, LLCKonica Minolta Business SolutionsLamar AdvertisingLarson & Solecki, LLPLaw Offices of Barak BerlinMcCollum Tax & FinancialModern IdeationOak MeadowsOur Nicholas FoundationP & R FoundationPeltzer FarmsPet Medical CenterRipTide SystemsStorage ExpressTemecula Insurance ServicesTemecula RealtyTemecula Valley PlayersUnique SolutionsWiens Family CellarsWishes For Children Foundation

Thank you to our Sponsors: Pechanga resort & casino, Promenade Temecula, Timmy D. Productions

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TVCC urgeS paSSage OF ECOnOmiC impaCt analysis rEqUirEmEnt

The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce supported a statewide proposal (SB 617) that requires a standard economic impact analysis for major regulations be done at the beginning

of the regulatory process. The Chamber believes SB 617 is an important first step toward regulatory reform in California. The Governor signed SB 617 into law.

SB 617 reforms the regulatory process by requiring an economic analysis of all major regulations at the beginning of the regulatory process, thus providing more transparency and better data on which to base selection of most cost-effective regulatory alternative.

This analysis will then drive the development and selection of regulations that fully meet the goals of the underlying statute while having the least negative impact on the state’s economy. If the agency adopts anything

other than the most cost-effective option, it must state on the record why and justify its choice. Currently a proposed regulation’s fiscal analysis, if any, comes at the end of the process and is not based on uniform standards of analysis.

Economic growth and prosperity depends on a predictable and rational regulatory climate. SB 617 sends a message to investors and employers that California is taking a meaningful step in this direction by requiring a robust economic analysis for major regulations. Additionally, this bill provides for a more transparent regulatory process as well as oversight for state agencies that are involved in the process.

Log on to www.SouthwestCA.biz for more information on the Chamber’s efforts to represent the interests of business at all levels of government.

46TH annuaL aWarDS gaLaCOngratUlatiOns tO thE 2011 nOminEEs

The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate the 2011 Nominees for Business, Citizen and Service/Charitable Organization of the Year. Nominated by member

businesses, these nominees demonstrate strong community involvement in management philosophies, everyday operations, and leadership.

The TVCC will honor the following companies and individuals at the 46th Annual Awards Gala on February 18, 2012, at Pechanga Resort & Casino presented by Community Little Book, Inc. Winners of each category will be announced at the Annual Awards Gala.

Congratulations to the following businesses and individuals for being nominated:

* As per nomination criteria, these businesses or individuals are not eligible to win.

Make your reservations now for the premier black tie event of the year! Tickets are $125 per person or $1,150 for a table of 10. Sponsorships are still available.

Promote your business at the 2012 Awards Gala Silent Auction!

The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala is the party of the year! Join us as we offer the opportunity to promote your business by contributing a product or gift certificate to the Silent Auction packages. Your company will receive recognition in the Silent Auction Program and your business name will be displayed in the Silent Auction area. This event is always a sell-out with over 500 guests in attendance and is a great opportunity to advertise to new customers. The funds raised from this event support the programs and services the Chamber offers to sustain and market the business community. If you would like to participate please contact the Chamber at (951) 676-5090.

STerLing buSineSS OF The Year nOmineeSAmante & Associates Insurance Solutions, Inc.The Beauty Studio*Business Scene MagazineThe Creative Bar*Financial Accounting Services, Inc.Harvest Team, Inc., Member of Pacific Realty GroupLeslie A. Doherty, APC, CPA*Morrison McNabbNew Life Ultrasound, Inc. – 3D/4D Imaging StudioPotamus Press DesignsReliable Practice Consultants Corporation*Social Media by JoeTake Shape for LifeTemecula Insurance ServicesThe Valley Business JournalVirtual Outsourcing Solutions

brOnze buSineSS OF The Year nOmineeSCommerce Bank of Temecula Valley

Law Offices of Dennis F. Fabozzi, APCMeridian Payroll GroupMetlifeMonte De Oro WineryTemecula Valley Drywall, Inc.

gOLD buSineSS OF The Year nOmineeSBostik, Inc.*The CalifornianCallaway Vineyard & Winery*Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-QueOffice Depot

PLaTinum buSineSS OF The Year nOmineeSDCH Auto Group TemeculaJCPenneyMcDonald’sParadise Chevrolet CadillacQuality Nissan of TemeculaSam’s ClubSouth Coast Winery Resort & SpaSouthern California Edison

Southwest Healthcare SystemWal-Mart

Service/chariTabLe OrganizaTiOn OF The Year nOmineeSAll From the HeartBoys & Girls Club of Southwest CountyNeighborhood HealthcareProject TouchSafe Alternatives for Everyone, Inc.Small Business Development CenterSusan G. Komen for the Cure

ciTizen OF The Year nOmineeSNicole AlbrechtSteve AmanteChris BinkleyBarbara Langdon*Lori MarruffoBruce NimmoAdam A. RuizDr. Richard E. Uhler, FAAFP, ABOFPDane Wunderlich

proMoTe your buSineSS aT THe 2012 awarDs gala silEnt aUCtiOn!

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3rD annuaL Wine CounTry goLF CLaSSiC spOnsOrED By thE law OFFiCEs OF rOsEnstEin & hitzEman aaplC

Mark your calendar now for the 3rd Annual Wine Country Classic set for June 22, 2012. Join the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce for a day of networking and golf on the incredible

Championship Golf Course at Temecula Creek Inn. All Chamber members, industry leaders, and golfers are encouraged to attend. Interested in being a sponsor and promoting your business at this much anticipated event? For more information on available sponsorships or golf reservations, contact Brooke Nunn at 951-676-5090.

TraVeL WiTH THe CHaMber in 2012

The tradition of excellence isn’t limited to Temecula. The TVCC travel programs offer a unique way to see the world. Join us as we travel to many beautiful places.

Your trip to Spain awaits you in November 6 – 13, 2012!

Begin your journey into a historic land brimming with amazing sights, a warm sunny climate, delicious food, and amazing culture. This trip to Spain offers 7 days at one hotel so you can spend your days relaxing by the pool, visiting local shops, take a stroll on the beach, or enjoy any of the offered tours.

The trip highlights and optional tours: a full day tour of 13th Century Alhambra, visit to the Generalife Gardens a UNESCO World Heritage site, a visit to the village of Mijas near the Mediterranean Sea, take a ferry to exotic Morocco, a tour of historic Seville, shopping in Gibraltar, St. Michael’s Cave, and a tour of the cliff top town Rhonda.

The Sunny Spain & Costa del Sol tour will have you departing on November 6, 2012 and returning on November 13, 2012. The cost of this incredible trip is $2,399 based on double

occupancy. There is an optional extension of 3 days in Madrid for an additional $649 per person double occupancy.

Register today for this incredible trip! A $500 deposit is required to reserve your spot. Not included is the Optional Cancellation Waiver/Trip Insurance for $180 per person ($210 pp if including Madrid extension). For detailed trip information or for any questions please contact Brooke Nunn at (951) 676-5090 or [email protected].

Discover Tuscanyn October 4 – 13, 2012

Tuscany awaits you with rolling landscapes, savory wines, delicious food, and stunning architecture. On this special journey you will enjoy walking tours in Italy’s most charming towns, visit magnificent historic monuments, and sample mouth-watering cuisine & wines. Travel with ease knowing that Collette Vacations has selected the best hotels, restaurants, and tour guides for your trip.

The Discover Tuscany tour will have you departing on October 4, 2012 and returning on October 13, 2012. The cost of this incredible trip is $3,249 based on double occupancy. Price includes: Round Trip Air from San Diego Int’l Airport and Hotel Accommodations. Not included in price: Cancellation waiver and Insurance of $220 per person.

During your vacation you will visit Rome, Assisi, Basilica of St. Francis, Montecatini Terme, Siena, Florence, San Gimignano, Winery Tour, and enjoy a Tuscan Feast. Also included with the trip are 13 meals: 8 Breakfasts and 5 Dinners.

The deadline to register is April 5, 2012. A $250 deposit is required to reserve your spot. For detailed trip information or for any questions please contact Brooke Nunn at (951) 676-5090 or [email protected].

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Partner With the Chamber as We advoCate for temeCula valley businesses at all levels of Government.By joining us at our next meeting, you can learn all about the pertinent issues impacting our local business community and how you can play a role. This is just another added value service the chamber provides for its members.

For more information on the SWCLC and the advocacy efforts of your chamber log on to www.SouthwestCA.biz.

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COVER PHOTO — Scott Salmonsen, Barley & Hops Olde World “Family” TavernMarti Estabrook, Carl’s JrZack Kasmar & Kurtesa Ramirez, The Fishmonger CaféKayley Garbutt, Juice It Up!Andre Perez, Lienzo Charro, Inc.Cory Power, Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-QueClaudia Cerda, McDonaldsLili Negrete, Scarcella’s Italian GrillDenise Sutterfield, Callaway Vineyard & WinerySally & Gary Myers, Sizzler/BMW Mgmt.Jack & Linda Williams, Riches Real American DinerGary Gilleon, Professional Golfers Career College

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TouriSM

In a year that saw the tourism industry gradually recover from the abyss it fell into in the recession years, some markets surpassed every analyst’s expectation, drawing more travelers of all kinds into their fast-changing

environs with an aggressive push to get back on track. After New York and Chicago, Southern California experienced near double digit growth in REVPAR (Revenue Per Available Room–an industry benchmark indicator). Propelled by major tourist attractions, beaches, convention centers, trade shows and new-age businesses, Los Angeles and San Diego witnessed an uptrend in demand. Meanwhile, nestled between the populous L.A. And the vastness of San Diego, the Inland Valley, which saw the sharpest decline during the recession, had somehow managed to come back faster than its geographical counterpart, Orange county.

Beyond the morning mist, where the sun shines bright and warm, is the gateway to this Valley – Temecula. Buoyed by its major attractions that include over 40 wineries, classy Golf Courses, sporting venues, Promenade Mall, local Corporations, Old Town and The Pechanga Casino’s entertainment, Temecula buried the recessionary numbers in its history.

What also benefited the hotel industry in this region is the limited supply. With just a handful of newly constructed supply, Inland Valley hotels almost had a free run at the inflow of travelers. With year-over-year occupancy growth in every month this year, Temecula’s hotels have seen a revival in occupied rooms with activities such as summer nights concerts, weddings and sporting events not only filling up weekends but also some of the weekdays. It’s ideal location between L.A. And San Diego makes it a close-to-home vacation hotspot with loads to offer to every type of tourist. It’s next challenge, is the ADR (Average Daily Rate) which is still struggling below the $100 mark.

While the nation’s average in October reported increases in all three key performance metrics, according to data from www.str.com (Smith Travel Research), with occupancy rising 2.9 percent to 63.1 percent, average daily rate up 3.9 percent to $104.99 and revenue per available room up 7.0 percent to US$66.20, Temecula fared quite well with 65.4% Occupancy, $95.64 ADR and $62.52 RevPar for the same month. Evidently, there is ground to gain for the city to beat the nation’s average in rate and RevPar.

However, things do look bright for 2012 despite the current economic and financial climate. Occupancy will continue to surge according to TravelClick, STR and other leading analysts whereas ADR will see moderate gains. The limited supply

scenario will continue well into 2012 as bargain acquisitions will attract smart investors over the prospect of new construction. Temecula’s hotels are gearing up for another exciting year as the city experiences business development, community expansion, global recognition and sunny skies. So far, Temecula has found the right blend with its ‘Old Traditions and New Opportunities’.

By Kunal Khandwala, General Manager, Holiday Inn Express Temecula

Join VYPFOr UpCOming EvEnts! Thursday, January 58:00 – 9:00am – Planning Committee Meeting @ TVCC

Tuesday, January 108:00 -9:00am – Education Committee Meeting @ TVCC

Wednesday, January 1111:30-1:00pm – Speed Networking @ TVCC

Thursday, January 129:30 -10:30 – Event Committee Meeting @ E.A.T Mar-ketplace

Monday, January 1610:00 -11:00m – Hospitality Committee Meeting @ Sunset One Escrow

Monday, January 23 12:00-1:00pm – Civic Committee Meeting @ Commerce Bank of Temecula Valley

Thursday, February 28:00-9:00am – Planning Committee Meeting @ TVCC

Tuesday, February 78:00 -9:00am – Education Committee Meeting @ TVCC

Thursday, February 99:30 -10:30am – Event Committee Meeting @ E.A.T Marketplace 6:00-8:00pm VYPER @ TBD

Monday, February 2712:00-1:00pm – Civic Committee Meeting @ Commerce Bank of Temecula Valley


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THe FuTure JeFFerSon aVenue

If you had the chance to envision the future of Jefferson Avenue located in Temecula, what would it look like? Would it consist of multiple story professional offices, modern housing or art galleries? How about the

importance of walkability or mass transit? If you were asked how to revitalize this aging commercial area, would you have some ideas? This is exactly the task at hand for various stakeholders interested in the Jefferson Avenue Study Area.

Led by the Jefferson Corridor Ad Hock Subcommittee Mayor Ron Roberts and Council Member Jeff Comerchero, the City of Temecula is embarking on envisioning the future renewal of this eclectic 560 acre area. The Jefferson Avenue area has the potential to capitalize on its visual window from I-15, its location next to Murrieta Creek along with the backdrop of the lush hillside to the west. “It is with an eye towards the future that the City of Temecula is developing a new, community based, long-term visioning process designed to ensure and promote livability, mobility, sustainability and prosperity for the Jefferson Avenue” states Mayor Ron Roberts.

The Jefferson Avenue Study Area, which is currently characterized by a mix of light industrial, office and strip commercial centers, most of which was constructed under old County zoning standards, is located immediately north of the Old Town area in Temecula. Many long time residents of Temecula and the surrounding areas likely remember the “good ol’ days” of Jefferson Avenue, when businesses along this stretch of road were vibrant and thriving. After all, Jefferson Avenue was once a part of Old Highway 395, and this area was the city’s first true commercial core, complete with a grocery store, barber shop and other establishments. It was one of the only places where residents could shop for every day goods and services. But a lot has changed since the “good ol’ days.” The old Stater Brother’s grocery store has since closed shop, and development and growth began to occur elsewhere in the city.

Over the past 20 years, the Jefferson Avenue Study Area has been long over-looked, as other areas of the City, such as the Promenade Mall and Old Town, have since taken the limelight. But the time has come for the Jefferson Avenue Study Area to shine again. It is time for a new beginning. Temecula City Council Member Jeff Comerchero encourages the public to get involved and think of the Jefferson Corridor as a blank slate. “The public visioning workshops will be critical to studying the area’s opportunities and developing strategic policies that promote economic development, enhance property values and contribute to the long term health of our local economy” says Comerchero.

The City held its first couple Jefferson Avenue Study Area Visioning Workshops this past October and December to get feedback from the community on their future vision for the area. As part of the visioning exercise, participants were asked, “How do you imagine this area’s look and feel, it’s character, and It’s Identity over the next 15-30 years?” And these will not be the only questions asked. There are four more visioning workshops that will take place over the next 9 months, to fully develop the future vision. These future workshops will seek community feedback on topics such as urban design, land use, alternative transportation opportunities and “placemaking,” or strategies that will create a defined sense-of-place and identity for the area. This community-identified vision will paint a clear picture of where the community would like to go in the future, and will set the stage for the development of a future Specific Plan. The Specific Plan will be the tool used to bring the community identified vision to fruition, and will present exciting opportunities to spur the area’s future revitalization.

For more information on Jefferson Avenue and how you can get involved, contact Katie Innes, City of Temecula at (951) 506-5198 or visit www.cityoftemecula.org.

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buSineSS newsiS your reTireMenT pLan proTeCTeD?

As a business owner and family member, planning for retirement is probably a top priority for you. Do you know how much money you need to retire? Are you concerned that you may outlive your money?

Are you concerned about what a chronic health care need could have on your family and finances? Your retirement is the dream for you and your family’s future. Proper planning and protection of that dream are crucial to help make it a reality.

Preserve you and your family’s choices A long-term care insurance policy can help protect and preserve income and assets you have worked so hard to accumulate by providing benefits to cover the costs of a wide spectrum of long term care services. Long-term care is substantial assistance from another individual to perform 2 or more activities of daily living (ADLs) such as: Bathing, Eating, Dressing, Toileting, Transferring, and Continence or substantial supervision due to a severe cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s disease.

With the advances in home care services, many people needing long-term care may actually be able to stay at home, with or near families, and still get the professional care they need. Long-term care insurance allows your family to be there to love you, instead of worrying about the financial, emotional and physical toll of providing care for you. Whether at home, in an adult day care center or a residential care facility, you and your family can maintain control of your options and your lifestyle.

Protect your retirement planAs the population ages and Americans are living longer than ever before, the need for long-term care services has emerged as an important element to a comprehensive retirement plan. Do you have enough in your retirement to pay for the high cost of long-term care services? Without a proper long-term care plan in place, your assets and income can be notably depleted. This could leave you and your family in a difficult financial situation. You may want to think about transferring some of the financial risk. With long-term care insurance, you will have peace of mind, knowing that you have taken control to help protect your hard earned retirement assets.

Begin your plan nowThe sooner you begin your long-term care planning, the better. The cost of waiting can be expensive in several ways. Generally the younger you are when you purchase long-term care insurance, the lower the premiums will cost. As you age, typically premiums are higher if you purchase an equivalent

policy and you may qualify for a lesser class rating due to health changes. You could pay thousands more in premium over the life of the policy, just by waiting a few years to purchase. Or, you may not be able to qualify for coverage at all. By waiting you may not have coverage in place when you need it most.

With long life comes long-term planning. Make a plan for you and your family today. For more information on long-term care insurance, please contact Jean Diaz Agent, New York Life Insurance Company CA license #OH40614 at 760-798-9433

An insurance agent will contact you. The purpose of this piece is solicitation of insurance. New York Life Insurance Company’s individual tax qualified Long-Term Care Insurance policies are issued on policy form series ILTC-5000 (CA) (1001) and INH-5000 (CA) (1001). The policy(s) have exclusions/limitations. For cost and complete details of coverage, please call or write your insurance agent or the company.

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Financial services, real Estate mortgage loansACC temecula home loansCindy harris27740 Jefferson Avenue, #240temecula,CA 92590(951) 225-6900www.ACCtemeculahomeloans.com

Employee BenefitsActuarial & Financial ConsultingMarvin J. Paulltemecula,CA 92592(909) 238-9200

graphic Design, marketingAdkins ConsultingRobbie Adkins45981 Classic Waytemecula,CA 92592(951) 695-2662www.AdkinsConsult.com

lingerie, retailBabydollz lingerie, Inc.heather McQuerry41377 Margarita Road, ste. F105temecula,CA 92591(951) 719-3655www.Babydollzlingerie.com

insuranceBarranca Insurance servicesRick Waller42679 Monroe Avenue #101Murrieta,CA 92562(951) 600-9955www.BarrancaInsurance.com

advertising, sign - BillboardsBillboard ConnectionJohn Gale23905 Clinton Keith Road, ste. 114-280Wildomar,CA 92595(951) 837-3094www.BillboardConnection-temecula.com

networking Organization, OrganizationsBnI - Business Builderssteve Ryba40960 California oaks Road #147Murrieta,CA 92562(951) 775-7500

health services, senior servicesCambrian homecaretrish Champlin27994-A Bradley Roadsun City,CA 92586 (951) 301-4300www.Cambrianhomecare.com

real Estate, real Estate Commercial / industrialCanear Real estateCurtis Doss43020 Blackdeer loop #202temecula,CA 92590(951) 693-0811www.Canear.com

Electrician, Fire alarmsCarter BrothersDavid holt565 W. lambert Road, #eBrea,CA 92821(714) 674-0346www.CarterBrothers.com

advertising, marketing, radio stationsClear Channel Radio temeculaKevin lein27349 Jefferson Avenue, ste. 116temecula,CA 92590(951) 296-9050www.Q1033.com

storageClinton Keith self storageCeleste Ducharme24781 Clinton Keith RoadWildomar,CA 92595(951) 304-3700www.CKselfstorage.com

Employee BenefitsCreative Management ResourcesDeAnna Meetze43015 Blackdeer loop, ste. 101temecula,CA 92590(951) 296-9858http://www.cmrca.net

home Building, real Estate Development D.R. hortonterri smith2280 Wardlow Circle, ste. 100Corona,CA 92880(951) 272-9000drhorton.com

advertising, signsDeadline Media, Inc.Chris Beall42075 Remington Avenue, # 107temecula,CA 92591(951) 699-9214www.DeadlineMedia.com

Credit Card processing deMAXio Merchant sevicesscott hardy27393 Ynez Road, #252temecula,CA 92591(855) 638-9607www.deMAXio.com

auto salesDream Car Auto salesKevin nunn26111 Ynez Rd ste. B17temecula,CA 92591(951)587-4167www.dreamcarautosales.com

asphalt, paving & seal Coating, ConstructionFuller Paving and Development. Inc.Michelle FullerPo Box 162Vista,CA 92085(760) 451-0181www.FullerPavingInc.com

Beauty supply, retailGinal, llConur Aytacoglu18 technology Drive #166Irvine,CA 92618(949) 468-7047http://www.Ginalli.com

Dance instruction, Fitness ClubsGravity X DanceKelli Collins32235 Mission trail Road, ste. 3,4,5lake elsinore,CA 92530(951) 674-8822http://www.GravityXDance.com

medicalGraybill Medical Groupteresa Collins31537 Rancho Pueblo Rd, # 102temecula,CA 92592(866) 228-2236http://www.Graybill.org

hardwarehandle ItWayne thornhilltemecula,CA 92591(951) 234-2612www.handles2You.com

tile - Dealers, mfrs & Distrshands on tiletommy lahood29821 Via sevillatemecula,CA 92591(909) 772-6165www.handsontile.com

grocers - retailharvest 2uDon Webber30520 Rancho California Road, ste. 107-39temecula,CA 92591(951) 760-6570www.harvest2u.com

Contractors - grading, Contractors - hillside repairheiller Construction, Incsteve turnbow27475 Ynez Rd #649temecula,CA 92591(951) 694-8623www.hillside-Repair.com

Energy products & service, solar productshelioPowerBillie Rafferty25767 Jefferson AvenueMurrieta,CA 92562(951) 677-7755www.heliopower.com

Balloon Décorhelium CreationsGeorge Borjatemecula,CA 92591(951) 551-6287www.heliumcreations.com

window Cleaninghorizon Window Caretony Rodriguez27472 Ynez Road #732temecula,CA 92591(951) 240-0026www.horizonWindowCare.com

Construction, ContractorsJ and J BuildersJonathon Wantink39250 Corte tesoroMurrieta,CA 92563(951) 265-2544

manufacturingJoyous DesignsIan sultan26253 lawrence union DriveMurrieta,CA 92563(951) 304-3849www.isultan.com

marketing, promotional itemsJD PromotionsJason hopetemecula,CA 92591(951) 675-9240www.JDPromos.com

attorneysKelly, lytton & Williams, llPJohn Messina24910 las Brisas, ste. #102Murrieta,CA 92562(951) 894-7332www.klwpartners.com

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plastic surgerylluhC Plastic surgery CenterCherl tidwell28078 Baxter Road, ste. 510Murrieta,CA 92563(951) 686-2252www.lluPlasticsurgery.com

Business Development, internet marketingMain street Marketing MakeoverCarole hodges855 s. Main Avenue, ste. K #179Fallbrook,CA 92028(760) 695-4127www. MainstreetMarketingMakeover.com

weight lossMedifast Weight Control CentersAmy Pittman27450 Ynez Road #316temecula,CA 92592(951) 294-9031www.MedifastCenters.com

restaurantMichael Mandellas “It’s All Good” Bar & GrillJohn lutzke41653 Margarita Roadtemecula,CA 92591(951) 296-3399www.Itsallgoodbarandgrill.com

Day spa servicesAndrea Juck32467 temecula Parkway, Bldg. F-102temecula,CA 92592(951) 358-9110www.MyserenityDayspaAndWaxexperts.com

Financial services, insurancenew York lifeJean Diaz, John enright818 Genoa Waysan Marcos,CA 90278(760) 798-9433www.newYorklife.com

Construction nPG Pavingsharon nelson1354 JetwayPerris,CA 92571(951) 940-0200

wineriesPalumbo Family Vineyard & WineryCindy Palumbo40150 Barksdale Circletemecula,CA 92591(951) 676-7900

limousines, transportationPick a theme limousinetheresa housetemecula,CA 92591(951) 240-7772www.Pickathemelimousine.com

real Estate mortgage loansPrime lendingMike o’Dell1250 Corona Pointe Court, #309Corona,CA 92879(951) 415-6920www.Primelending.com

market Rancho Fruit Markettom Bevell28670 old town Front streettemecula,CA 92590(951) 676-5519

Business ConsultingRCs GroupRoland skumawitz45115 tiburcio Drivetemecula,CA 92592(951)541-4093

Copiers, Document scanningCreative Management Resourcessharp Business systemsJohn Pulver1325 Corona PointCorona,CA 92879(951) 547-1009www.sd.sharp-sbs.com

salon Randy sinnett32467 temecula Parkwaytemecula,CA 92592(951) 235-9223www.solasalonstudios.com

security services - loss preventionssD systems (security signal Devices, Inc.)edith Carrillo11031 Via Frontera #Bsan Diego,CA 92127(858) 675-8139www.ssdsystems.com

Fire & water Damage restoration, Flood services superior Cleaning & RestorationJessica lewis29690 longhorn DriveCanyon lake,CA 92587(951) 663-4040www.superiorCleaning.net

restaurantsushi BoatMark Kim40820 Winchester #1020temecula,CA 92591(951) 764-9705

telecommunications, telephone Equipment & systemssutherland networksKaelan sutherland32970 terrace Drivetemecula,CA 92592(951) 541-4201www.sutherlandnetworks.com

physical therapy, speech therapytemecula Valley therapy servicesDave utley41769 enterprise Circle n. #104-105temecula,CA 92591(951) 303-8255www.temeculatherapy.com

art gallery, Jewelrytori Art on Firetori Daniels41655 Reagan Way, ste. JMurrieta,CA 92562(951) 675-0157www.torisFire.com

recreationWB ProductionsKaren BowenPo Box 1868Fallbrook,CA 92088(951) 506-0534www.Y-events.com

air Conditioning / heating, plumbing Wells Plumbing, heating & Air, Inc.Coleen Wells30951 sawgrass Courttemecula,CA 92592(951) 591-5060

www.Plumbertemecula.comEntertainmentWin-Win entertainment, Inc.Renale Williams23311 stony Creek WayMoreno Valley,CA 92557(951) 581-7260www.WinWinent.net

property managementWright Management services, Inc.Jude Pisanellione Better World Circle, #300temecula,CA 92590(951)308-2026www.WrightManagementservices.com

air Conditioning / heatingXtreme heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.Mark Born42245 Remington Avenue, #B1temecula,CA 92590(951)698-3600www.XtremeheatingAir.com

attorneys, attorneys - personal injury, legal serviceZucker law Firm - A Professional Corporation, theAndrew Zucker43434 Business Park Drivetemecula,CA 92590(951) 699-2100


lienzo Charro Genaro ornelas29000 old town Front streettemecula, CA 92590(951) 699-2540

hobby lobby stores, inc. Ryan terry26443 Ynez Rdtemecula, CA 92591 (951) 296-0048www.hobbylobby.com

michael mandellas “it’s all good” Bar & grill John lutzke41653 Margarita Rdtemecula, CA 92591(951) 296-3399www.ItsAllGoodBarandGrill.com

handle it Wayne thornhilltemecula, CA 92591(951) 234-2612www.handles2You.com

sharp Business systems John Pulver1325 Corona PointCorona, CA 92879(951) 547-1009www.sd.sharp-sbs.com

pacific marine Credit Union sandra salazar40325 Winchester Rdtemecula, CA 92591(760) 430-7511www.pmcu.com

tori art on Firetori Daniels41655 Reagan Way, ste. JMurrieta, CA 92562(951) 675-0157www.torisFire.com

wine Country wedding ChapelMarti scott41973-B 6th streettemecula, CA 92590(951) 760-3399www.WineCountryWeddingChapel.com

Diy tool rental Joseph luizzi40335 Winchester Rd ste. Jtemecula, CA 92591(951) 237-6111

Temecula ValleyriBBOn CUtting CErEmOniEsThe Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce celebrates each new member with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Or, if you are an existing member and move locations let the business community know with a ribbon cutting. Contact the Membership Department to learn more call 951-676-5090.

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Above & Beyond BeautyAcademy Mortgage CorporationAFlACAlexander Pacific electrical ContractorsBaron’s Market PlaceBest for less tiresBig Fogg, Inc.Big horse Feed & MercantileBlack Knight termite & Pest ControlBryant Insurance and Financial servicesBuckles RestorationCalifornia state university san MarcosCalifornia t’s screen Printing & embroideryCalifornian, theCallaway Vineyard & WineryCare Animal hospitalCell ZoneChicago title escrowComfort Keeper’sCommunity hospice servicesConsultatechCrown hill Consulting Group Inc.Dan Mulhern Design - VYPDanza del sol WineryDiane l. Anderson, D.D.s.Dogtopia of temeculaelite Community Managementelsinore Valley Municipal Water Districtesther n. Phahla, CPAFairfield Inn & suitesFaith Quality Auto BodyGolden West Biologicals, Inc.Great Clipshearts home Farmhobby town usAhoffmans, Jim

Impact Marketing & Design, Inc.Inland eye specialistsJ. DeArmond Design - VYPJoe Grays PlumbingJohn hine temecula MazdaJolene C. Diez DDs, Inc.KAtY 101.3 FMKeyways Vineyard & Winery, llCKid’s Worldlennar homeslieberg, oberhansley, strohmeyer & Garn, llPlsl, CPA’slucille’s smokehouse Bar-B-QueMcCabe’s nursery & landscape ConstructionMetlifeMinuteman PressMission oaks national BankMount Palomar WineryMt. san Jacinto College -temecula education ComplexMurrieta Auto CollisionMurrieta-temecula Property ManagersPacific trust BankPechanga Development CorporationPeltzer FarmsPet Medical CenterPremier MarketingPRoCRAFtPromenade Auto spaProsites, Inc.Rancho California Water DistrictRancho Family Medical GroupRancon Real estate - Felicia & Janene hogan

Rightway Portable toilets, temp. Power, storage Containers, septic PumpingRotary Club of temeculas. sanders Company Insurancescarcella’s Italian Grillscotts Company, theservice Master total Restorationsouth Coast Winery Resort & spasouthwest Restoration, Inc.special olympics southern California temecula Valley Areastate Farm Insurance - Rick Douglasstater Bros. Marketstater Bros. Marketsterling at Vintage hillssycamore terrace Apartmentstake shape for lifetemecula olive oil Companytemecula Public Cemeterytemecula united soccertemecula Valley Communications, Inc. (DBA & tVC)temecula Valley Drywall, Inc.timberlake Paintingtitan Auto Insurancetom’s Foreign Autohouse, Inc.toward Maximum Independenceuhler spine sports Medicine & Family Practice ClinicValley eventsVina De lestonnac Ministry CenterWahoo’s Fish tacoWestern Fire Company, Inc.Wong Johnson & Associates

CHaMber CaLenDar January 2012

CHaMber CaLenDar February 2012

thursday, Jan 51:00pm – sCoRe4:00pm – new Member Recep-tion

Friday, Jan 68:00am Coffee Connection

tuesday, Jan 1012:00pm –Business success Forum : “Retirement Dream Building; understanding your

retirement options as a business owner or sole proprietor”

wednesday, Jan 118:00am – Membership Commit-tee Meeting 9:00am – Advocacy Meeting

thursday, Jan 121:00pm – sCoRewednesday, Jan 185:30pm – networking Mixer

at Barley & hops olde World “Family” tavern

thursday, Jan 19sBDC Quickbooks Counseling 1:00pm – sCoRe

wednesday, Jan 257:30am - networking Breakfast @ BJ’s Restaurant and Brew-housesBDC Counseling

thursday, Jan 267:30am – tVCC Board Meeting1:00pm - sCoRe

Friday, Jan 279:00am – Professional Develop-ment series “Marketing”

tuesday, Jan 318:00am – Industry networking “Realestate/home Buying”

wednesday, Feb 19:00am – sBDC Workshop “Get the tax Facts strait”

thursday, Feb 29:00am – Ambassador training 4:00pm – new Member Reception

Friday, Feb 38:00am – Coffee Connection

tuesday, Feb 712:00pm – Power networking Workshop

wednesday, Feb 8sBDC Counseling8:00am – Membership Committee Meeting9:00am – Advocacy Meeting

tuesday, Feb 99:00am – Professional Development series “Marketing”1:00pm –sCoRe

tuesday, Feb 1412:00pm –Business success Forum: “Branding Your Business”

wednesday, Feb 155:30pm –networking Mixer @ Provident Bankthursday, Feb 16sBDC Quickbooks Counseling 1:00pm –sCoRe

saturday, Feb 18tVCC Awards Gala @ Pechanga Resort & Casino

wednesday, Feb 22sBDC Counseling7:30am – networking Breakfast @ BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse

thursday, Feb 237:30am – tVCC Board Meeting

thursday, Feb 249:00am – Professional Development series “Marketing”

tuesday, Feb 2811:30 – Ambassador luncheon

LegiSLaTive news


The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce announces its regional legislators’ vote record on the most important state issues tracked by the Chamber in 2011. “In collaboration with our regional

advocacy coalition, the Southwest California Legislative Council, we worked closely with our area legislators to make sure the business voice was represented at the statewide level of government,” stated Alice Sullivan, CEO of the Temecula Valley Chamber. “It is important that we hold our legislators accountable to the issues impacting our regional business community. We want to thank all of our legislators for voting with the Temecula business community 100% of the time in 2011. Supporting what is best for our local economy was priority number one for each of them,” continued Sullivan.

The Chamber lobbied during the 2011 legislative year for our legislators to oppose 20 legislative proposals and support 10 legislative proposals. To reach the “Percentage FOR pro-jobs legislation,” the Chamber tallied the number of times our legislator’s final votes were with the Chamber’s position on each proposal and divided that total by the total number of proposals in which each legislator voted. A legislative proposal is not figured into the vote record percentage if a legislator, for whatever reason, did not vote or if the proposal failed before the legislator had an opportunity to vote. The Governor’s final decision on whether or not the legislative proposal becomes law is also included.

Log on to www.SouthwestCA.biz for more information.

TEMECULA VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2011 VOTE RECORD

AB 22 (Mendoza – D) Employment: Credit ReportsTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson .................. OPPOSEState Senator Bill Emmerson ................. OPPOSEAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ......... OPPOSEAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown ...............................SIGNED

AB 52 (Feuer – D) Health Care Coverage: Rate ApprovalTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson .................. OPPOSEState Senator Bill Emmerson ................ OPPOSEAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ......... OPPOSEAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

AB 135 (Hagman – R) State Air Resources Board: MembershipTemecula Chamber Position ............... SUPPORTState Senator Joel Anderson ............... SUPPORTState Senator Bill Emmerson ............. SUPPORTAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ...... SUPPORTAssembly Member Brian Nestande ... SUPPORTGovernor Jerry Brown .............................VETOED

AB 153 (Skinner – D) Board of Equalization: Administration: RetailerTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson ............................N/AState Senator Bill Emmerson ..........................N/AAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ..NOT VOTINGAssembly Member Brian Nestande ..NOT VOTINGGovernor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

AB 208 (Fuentes – D) Land Use: Subdivision Maps: Expiration DatesTemecula Chamber Position ............... SUPPORTState Senator Joel Anderson ............... SUPPORTState Senator Bill Emmerson ............. SUPPORT

Assembly Member Kevin Jeffries ...... SUPPORTAssembly Member Brian Nestande ... SUPPORTGovernor Jerry Brown ...............................SIGNED

AB 325 (Lowenthal B – D) Employee’s Right to Bereavement LeaveTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson .................. OPPOSEState Senator Bill Emmerson ................ OPPOSEAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ......... OPPOSEAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown .............................VETOED

AB 350 (Solorio – D) Displaced Janitor Opportunity ActTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson .................. OPPOSEState Senator Bill Emmerson ................ OPPOSEAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ......... OPPOSEAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

FOR pro-jobs legislation AGAINST jobs legislation AGAINST jobs legislation

State Senator Joel Anderson 14 0 100%

State Senator Bill Emmerson 14 0 100%

Assembly Member Kevin Jeffries

12 0 100%

Assembly Member Brian Nestande

14 0 100%

Governor Jerry Brown 5 2 71%

2011 VoTe reCorD: STaTe LegiSLaTorS SCore pErFECt vOtE rECOrD

sUmmary OF vOtEs

LegiSLaTive news


AB 375 (Skinner – D) Workers’ Compensation: Hospital Employees: PresumptionTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson .................. OPPOSEState Senator Bill Emmerson ................ OPPOSEAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ..NOT VOTINGAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

AB 401 (Ammiano – D) Charter SchoolsTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson ............................N/AState Senator Bill Emmerson ...........................N/AAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ......... OPPOSEAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

AB 685 (Eng – D) State Water Policy: Regional Water ManagementTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson ............................N/AState Senator Bill Emmerson ..........................N/AAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ....NOT VOTINGAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

AB 834 (Hernandez – D) Local Government ContractsTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson ............................N/AState Senator Bill Emmerson ...........................N/AAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ......... OPPOSEAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

AB 1155 (Alejo – D) Workers’ CompensationTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson .................. OPPOSEState Senator Bill Emmerson ................ OPPOSEAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ......... OPPOSEAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown .............................VETOED

SB 116 (De Leon – D) Income Taxes: Credits: Single Sales FactorTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson .................. OPPOSEState Senator Bill Emmerson ................ OPPOSEAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ...................N/AAssembly Member Brian Nestande ................N/AGovernor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

SB 252 (Vargas – D) Public Contracts: Personal ServicesTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson .................. OPPOSEState Senator Bill Emmerson ................. OPPOSEAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ......... OPPOSEAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

SB 460 (Price – D) International Trade Marketing and PromotionTemecula Chamber Position ............... SUPPORT

State Senator Joel Anderson ............... SUPPORTState Senator Bill Emmerson .............. SUPPORTAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ...................N/AAssembly Member Brian Nestande ................N/AGovernor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

SB 469 (Vargas – D) Land Use: Development Project Review: SuperstoresTemecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSEState Senator Joel Anderson .................. OPPOSEState Senator Bill Emmerson ................ OPPOSEAssembly Member Kevin Jeffries ......... OPPOSEAssembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSEGovernor Jerry Brown .............................VETOED

SB 475 (Wright – D) Infrastructure Financing

Temecula Chamber Position ............... SUPPORT

State Senator Joel Anderson ............... SUPPORT

State Senator Bill Emmerson .............. SUPPORT

Assembly Member Kevin Jeffries ...................N/A

Assembly Member Brian Nestande ................N/A

Governor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

SB 653 (Steinberg – D) Local Taxation: Counties:

School Districts

Temecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSE

State Senator Joel Anderson ............................N/A

State Senator Bill Emmerson .....NOT VOTING

Assembly Member Kevin Jeffries ...................N/A

Assembly Member Brian Nestande ................N/A

Governor Jerry Brown ........................................N/A

SB 931 (Evans – D) Payroll Cards

Temecula Chamber Position .................. OPPOSE

State Senator Joel Anderson .................. OPPOSE

State Senator Bill Emmerson ................. OPPOSE

Assembly Member Kevin Jeffries ......... OPPOSE

Assembly Member Brian Nestande ...... OPPOSE

Governor Jerry Brown .............................VETOED

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