By Sue Thurman, Business Relationship Manager
Gilroy Chamber of Commerce

The Gilroy Dispatch proudly welcomes Dana Arvig, as their new Vice President of Advertising for the Mainstreet Media Group and South Valley Newspapers. Dana brings 14 years of newspaper advertising and marketing experience and three years in commercial real estate and construction management to her position and is excited to work with the Gilroy, Morgan Hill and Hollister retailers and businesses. She is looking forward to meeting you soon and can be reached at 408-842-8313.

Out & About Magazine has moved but South County’s premier Art and Entertainment Magazine is still available to promote your business. Focusing on families and the Community it is the only publication to serve five Counties — Santa Clara, San Benito, Monterey, Santa Cruz and Merced. Attention, Chamber members only: sign up for a new three-month advertising contract and receive a 20% discount. Reach editor, Bobbi Jo Palmer at 408-842-7071 to be a part of this local and well-read magazine.

Tickets for the California Rodeo Monster Jam (May 20^th) are on sale at the Salinas Sport Complex Box office or check the website at www.carodeo.com or www.tickets.com or call 800-549-4989.  This show sells out each year so be sure to get your tickets early. Box Seats are $32; Grandstand seats for adults, $20 and for Children, $10.

Affordable Roofing and Solar was just certified as the first GAF Solar Roofer in California and awarded the GAF Master Elite Training Excellence Award (only2% of roofing contractors in the country have earned this status).  Affordable Roofing has been serving South County for 17 years and Pamela Garcia, CEO, says that as a Master Elite Contractor, GAF will warranty the entire roof, including under the solar panels, leak-free for 25 years bringing great piece of mind to solar customers.

Score Giants Tickets with AAA (California State Automobile Association): get a quote today for your chance to win two luxury suite tickets, plus AAA will make a $5 donation to the Giants community Fund for every quote (1 per household), until they reach the donation goal of $50,000.  Offer runs through May and June.  Contact Pearl Canales, Pearl.Canales@goaaa.com or call 408-847-9221.

The Morgan Hill office of Guild Mortgage is pleased to announce that Branch Manager/Loan Officer, Jayson Stebbins was invited to the 2011 Guild Mortgage Presidents Club, a celebration of the top loan officers in the company, nationwide.  Also significant, Jayson and Loan Officer Jeni Henson were both members of the 2011 Circle of Honor, recognizing the Top 50 Loan Officers in the company nationwide. Guild Mortgage was also recognized recently in Mortgage Executive Magazine as #12 in the country in loan originations.  Guild is a privately held Mortgage Banking Firm that opened in 1960, and 2011 was a milestone year for the company in volume and in growth.  Reach Jayson at 408-825-0220 or visit them at 18525 Sutter Blvd, Ste 140, Morgan Hill.

Solis Winery brought home the highest honor, a Double Gold Medal, for its 2008 Syrah Estate at the 2012 New World International Wine Competition.  They also received a Gold Medal for their 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, Estate ($28) and a Siler Medal for the 2009 Sangioese, Estate ($20). Owner Vic Vanni said that these three awards “reflect the high principles and the inherent passion for winemaking at Solis Winery.  Sample them personally at the tasting room, 3920 Hecker Pass or visit www.soliswinery.com.

American Association of University Women – Gilroy Branch will hold their 5^th annual quilt show at a private garden on Fifth Street, Saturday May 12 from 11-2 p.m.  Bring your mother or your daughter for a Mother’s Day treat.  The show includes a light ladies luncheon. Tickets are $15 at the Nimble Thimble,7550 Monterey Street.

Did you know you don’t need cable to watch CMAP TV? You can now watch it on your computer!  CMAP TV Live-online means that more people from all over Northern California can watch your video spot on CMAP.  Sponsor CMAP’s Garlic Festival TV coverage and receive a 15-second sponsor video featuring your business or organization, or advertise in print in the 2012 Garlic Festival TV Guide, picked up by locals and Garlic Festival visitors. Sign up today with Joanna at Joanna@cmap.tv; visit cmap.tv/join/sponsorship, or call 408-846-4983 by 6/15.

Hole in One (win a car) sponsored by Gilroy South County Nissan/Hyunda; longest drive; closest to the pin are just some of the contests that Gilroy Sunrise Rotary will host during their 2^nd Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament on June 8, 2012.  The day will include lunch and a barbecue dinner for the golfers with the dinner/raffle open to non-golfers too.  Funds from this event will help provide a $5,000 scholarship to a deserving college-bound, Gilroy High School Senior. To learn how you can participate contact Tony Marandos, 408-710-5974 or Tonymarandos@yahoo.com.

Gilroy LeTip is announces that there is a new Board of Directors for the upcoming year:  President, Jenn Beninger (JennBen.com), Vice President, Lori Longoria (Union Bank), Tip Master, Brian Dauenhauer (Gina Lopez State Farm), Membership Chair, Jina Caranza (Silicon Valley Credit Repair; Joe Walton and Christine Powell round out the board as Treasurer and Secretary. Gina Lopez (State Farm) will move into the Past President role.

Jenn Beninger with JennBen.com ~ Social Media Navigator announces that she is offering a “Spring Cleaning” deal for all Chamber Members that  includes a detailed analysis of all Social Media platforms, one hour of personalized coaching on the new Facebook Timeline, creation of Facebook Business Page set up to optimize engagement-for $147 (a $497 value)! Please contact Jenn at 408-667-0620 or jenn@jennben.com and be sure to mention the Chamber Spring Cleaning Promotion.  Contact Jenn if you would like her to speak (for free) at your event on the “7 Deadly Sins Businesses Make On Facebook!”

Operation Freedoms Paws will be hosting a Golf Tournament at Gilroy Golf Course on June 16.  Sponsor for $100 or $50 or play for $85-Veterans pay $75. With room for up to 80 golfers this looks to be an enjoyable way to support the local Service Dog program for Veterans and others with disabilities.  Visit the website to donate, learn more about the tournament or to join them at dinner (only $20) at www.operationfreedomspaws.org or call CarrollConnell@macquarie.com, 408-621-3299.

Lisa Faria & Peter Fleming – The LPF team of Intero Real Estate, have completed the Luxury Portfolio and Relocation Direct training program. This training allows them to assist homeowners interested in buying, selling or investing in Real Estate for the high end luxury home market, and relocation assistance anywhere in the world.  In addition, Lisa and Pete have become part of Intero’s new Prestigio program. This amazing new program is the luxury collection and most exclusive homes in the real estate market. For more information Call Lisa or Pete at 408-857-9924, or online at www.LPFteam.com.

For the 4^th time in as many studies, Edward Jones financial advisors rate the firm “highest in employee Advisor satisfaction among Financial Investment Firms”, according to a newly released study by J.D. Power and Associates.  Local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Tim Fortino stressed that the support they receive makes it clear that everything is aligned around one purpose:  doing the best possible jobs for their clients as they strive to make a positive difference in their lives.  Tim can be reached at 8060 Santa Teresa Bld., Ste 140 or call 408-846-7748.

Integrated Financial Benefits Network recently hosted the first in an annual series of ‘woman only’ seminars, entitled Worth. In this seminar, women were encouraged to look at their own retirement plans and take charge of their financial future. Typically, women take about 12 years out of the workforce to care for children and/or aging parents. As a result, they often have less saved for retirement and lower social security benefits. In addition, women tend to outlive men by four to five years, which makes funding retirement that much more important. Women walked away from this seminar with strategies to help them better plan for a successful financial future.  Check our website at www.ifitfinancial.com for links to information on Worth and their future seminars, or give them a call (408-842-2716) for a complimentary consultation on how you too can make plans for a successful financial future.

South Valley Symphony and Opera San Jose is presenting Opera at the Mission, Sunday, May 13 @ 4:30pm at the Mission in San Juan Bautista. Guests will enjoy selections from La Bohème, The Barber of Seville, Madama Butterfly, Tosca, La Cenerentola, The Pearl Fishers and Thais and a reception in the Mission Garden immediately following the concert. General Admission is $35.00; children under 18 and Students with ID are free.  For tickets & information go to http://www.southvalleysymphony.org.

Christi Garcia, Wealth Management Advisor with LPL Financial helps individuals and families work towards financial security and freedom. She develops a strategy, takes action and then monitors and manages your assets. If you are looking for direction in an uncertain market and aren’t sure where to get your financial advice, come meet Christi at her Coffee Corner. Next month’s guest speaker will be Rebecca Martin, Career Coach with Dear Jane. Join them for coffee, conversation and market conditions at 8339 Church Street, Suite 102 or call 408-842-5200.

For business needs or assistance, the City of San Jose’s Office of Economic Development can be a resource.  Visit the website, www.BusinessOwnerSpace.com and www.work2future.biz where business owners will find a host of resources ranging from networking events to very specific workshops.  They also focus on connecting job-seekers with employers. For more information contact Casey Estorga, Business Services Coordinator at casey.estorga@sanjoseca.gov.

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By Sue Thurman, Business Relationship Manager
Gilroy Chamber of Commerce

Gilroy LeTip is excited to announce that they have filled the Financial Planner, Restaurant, Esthetician, Credit Repair, Travel and Auto Repair categories in the first two months of 2012! Due to the explosive growth this year, the members have given out over 300 referrals (tips) to each other. If you would like to apply to the Gilroy LeTip Chapter to be a part of this amazing referral-based networking group, please contact Gina Lopez at 408-846-9077.

Don’t miss the annual FlowerFest at the Syngenta Flowers Greenhouse when the Gilroy Rotary Club holds their annual event on Saturday April 7. Through the generous support of Syngenta, thousands of annuals, hanging baskets, and more are available for sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with proceeds supporting local schools and youth programs. Syngenta Flowers Greenhouse is located at 2280 Hecker Pass Highway (approximately ½ mile west of Santa Teresa Blvd.).

Jenn Beninger with JennBen.com, Social Media Navagator, has announced her Facebook Workshop schedule for April: April 7 and April 17.  For additional information, please visit www.FacebookAndYourBusiness.info.  Chamber members will receive a discount so contact Jenn at jenn@jennben.com for the discount code.

Rob Rocha has added a valuable service to his carpet-cleaning business:  besides being a premier rug-cleaning, upholstery cleaning company, Quickdry now does Bonded Inserts to repair your carpet-regardless of where the damage is.  He’ll make your carpet look like new again!  For more information, give Rob a call at 408-842-0025.

Kristi Ellington, an independent financial advisor at Ellington Financial, LLC in Gilroy and Hollister announced that she was recognized as a top financial advisor and named to the PL Financial Director’s Club. This distinction is based on an annual production ranking of the approximately 12,800 registered advisors nationwide who are supported by LPL Financial LLC, the nation’s largest independent broker-dealer. Kristi services more than 200 clients in the South County Area and can be reached at 408-848-0874 or Kristi.ellington@lpl.com.

On April 6 from 1-5 p.m., is AAA Gilroy Child Safety Day, (1395 First Street) featuring car seat inspections (by appointment only) and culminating with a raffle where one lucky child will win a new bike and helmet.  Refreshments will be served; there will be free Fingerprinting Kits and free color Child Identification Photos. Call 408-847-2300 to reserve your inspection.

Christi Garcia, Wealth Management Advisor, LPL Financial, is honoring the upcoming four year anniversary of Christi’s Coffee corner. This once a month event has been held on the first Friday of every month beginning in June, 2008.  Next month’s speaker will be Tammy Brownlow, President of Gilroy’s Economic Development Corporation.  Reserve your seat and join the coffee for connections and conversation-“it’s how we do business”.  8339 Church St., Ste 102; 408-842-5200.

Gilroy Sunrise Rotary presents their 2^nd Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament to be held at Eagle Ridge Golf Club, June 8, 2012. A tournament with a twist and fun opportunities to win prizes, there will even be hole in one chance to *win a car, sponsored by Gilroy South County Nissan/Hyundai (*some restrictions apply).  Included is lunch and a barbecue dinner/awards ceremony after tournament play. The funds raised will provide a $5,000 scholarship for a Gilroy High Senior to continue to college.  Chairman Tony Marandos has information on sponsorships and team play and can be reached at 408-710-5974 or tonymarandos@yahoo.com.

New spring and summer fragrances are available from Marsha Becht, Scentsy Representative (408-842-0383).  Pluck juicy, ripe fruit from the vine with Simply Strawberry or take the daring Zeppelin. Relive or live it up with RU N2 Me or satisfy your sweet tooth with Lemon Coconut Chiffon.  Enliven your memories and enhance your world by shopping Scentsy’s Spring & Summer 2012 fragrances at mBecht@ymail.com.

Snap Fitness offers support and the tools you need to look your best this summer. spring is sprouting and you may be thinking about how you’ll look this swimsuit season.  That’s where Snap Fitness will make a difference-whether you need to drop a few pounds or tone-up, they are ready to help.  Beginning with two “fast-start” training sessions; meeting with a personal trainer; adding in nutrition and workout tools to keep you motivated; you will soon see the results and feel the difference.  A club tour is awaiting your call:  408-848-8701 or www.snapfitness.com/gilroyca.

Suzanne Fensin, Life Coach, Author, Speaker and New Consciousness Facilitator will be sponsoring the Network Café, April 25 from 11:45-1:15 pm.  Please join us in celebrating the amazing shift in consciousness we’re all experiencing and learn how we can utilize our expanded awareness to create a more vibrant and prosperous community. Suzanne can be reached at, Suzanne@SuzanneFensin.com (408-843-8953). (Register on-line at the Chamber’s events page, www.gilroy.org to reserve your seat at the Network Café).

The Gilroy Historical Society is having a fundraiser for the Museum’s Endowment Fund at Mimi’s Restaurant on Wednesday, April 11. Pick up a flyer at the Chamber office or at the Gilroy Museum to turn in with your breakfast, lunch or dinner that day. Then, on Saturday, April 21, the Society members and friends are taking a trip to the San Benito Historical Village, one mile south of Tres Pinos. Join them at noon with your own picnic lunch followed by a guided tour of the buildings at 1 p.m.  Contact Society President, Connie Rogers, 408-842-8494 or jrogers@garlic.com for more information.

The Gilroy Library temporary facility is closed, but plan to view and enjoy Gilroy’s state-of-the art library when a Grand Opening Celebration takes place on Saturday, April 28, at 10 a.m. Planned will be two storytimes, electronic services demonstrations, tours and two Silicon Valley Reads programs featuring author G. Willow Wilson at 2 and 4 p.m.

Libby Lai – the Chamber’s 2010 Woman of the Year – is a Commissioner for the City of Gilroy Bike and Pedestrian Commission. Libby is reminding the community of a special Intro to Safe Cycling 101 training on Friday, May 4 from 6 – 9 p.m. and Saturday, May 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Christmas Hill Park, TEEC Building. The fee is $20, and is being subsidized by the Public Works Department. For information call 408-846-0460.

It’s a “walk in the park” for families to raise funds and awareness at the 6th Annual Summit for the Planet Walk-A-Thon and Celebration on Saturday, April 28. The walk-a-thon benefits local education, environment and youth-oriented organizations.  Following this event, Mount Madonna School will be hosting a kids’ eco-carnival with solar car races, live music, organic foods, green businesses, trash fashion show and more. Contact Pamela Blunden, 408-847-2717 for additional information.

The Gilroy Dispatch proudly welcomes Dana Arvig, as their new Vice President of Advertising for the Mainstreet Media Group and South Valley Newspapers. Dana brings 14 years of newspaper advertising and marketing experience and three years in commercial real estate and construction management to her position and is excited to work with the Gilroy, Morgan Hill and Hollister retailers and businesses. She is looking forward to meeting you soon and can be reached at 408-842-8313.

Tickets are available at the Chamber for the annual Art and Wine Stroll in Downtown Gilroy. Pre-sale tickets are $25 (or they will be $35 at the door) at participating Art & Wine Stroll Businesses for the May 19 event.  Contact the Downtown Business Association, Melanie Corona, 842-0005 for more information.

Out & About Magazine has moved but South County’s premier Art and Entertainment Magazine is still available to promote your business. Focusing on families and the Community it is the only publication to serve five Counties-Santa Clara, San Benito, Monterey, Santa Cruz and Merced. Attention, Chamber members only!  Sign up for a new three-month advertising contract and receive a 20% discount. Features in May will be the Mushroom Mardi Gras program with 7,500 magazines distributed at that event alone.  You can reach editor, Bobbi Jo Palmer at 408-842-7071 to be a part of this local and well-read magazine.

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Friday, April 13, 2012

7:30 – 9:00 AM. @ The Chamber Board Room

Agenda

1. Opening Remarks/Introductions (7:30 – 7:35)

1. Approval of minutes:  February 10, 2012

1. Santa Clara Valley Water District —  – (7:35 – 7:50 – Presentation; 7:50 – 8:00 Q & A) – Rick Callender, Government Relations Manager

A November 2000 ballot measure, which passed with more than the required two-thirds majority, created the Clean, Safe Creeks 15-year “pay as you go” countywide special parcel tax to fund Santa Clara Valley Water District initiatives to protect homes and businesses from floods, open recreational trails, and safeguard creeks and ecosystems. As the parcel tax sunsets in 2016, there are a number of projects that need to be funded, including the Anderson Reservoir, which is subject to significant damage if a large earthquake were to occur close to the dam.

1. SB 973 – Susan Valenta (8 – 8:10)

SB 973 is currently being supported by the California Chamber of Commerce, CalFest, and other organizations.  If passed, it would exempt limited duration events with a park use or special events permit from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process. SB 973 seeks to uphold the ability for limited duration events to continue without having the extensive review process intended for building and development. Forcing limited duration events such as parades, fireworks displays, marathons, Garlic Festivals to go through the CEQA process would have a significant impact on local events.

1. Gilroy Business PAC (Giusiana) (8:10 – 8:15)

1. Community Development Updates (Haglund) (8:15 – 8:25)

1. Economic Development Updates (Brownlow) (8:25 – 8:30)

1. Gilroy Welcome Center Updates (Howard)  (8:30 – 8:35)

1. Inquiries from GRC regarding the following (8:35 – 8:50)

• Police Department (Turner)
• School Board (Lai)
• Gavilan College (Day)
• SCVWD (Gibson)
• County of Santa Clara (Stanford)

1. Meeting wrap-up and discussion of April GRC meeting (8:50 – 9 a.m.)

• Recommendations to Chamber Board
• Other Discussion

1. Adjournment (9 a.m.)

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Minutes
Present:  Christi Garcia, Jan Peat, Glenn Pace, Kai Lai, Greg Gallup, Georgia Trefts, William Faus, Jim Hoey, Jane Howard, Gregg Giusiana, Rachel Gibson, Don Dey, Tom  Haglund, and Susan Valenta

1. 1. Opening Remarks/Introductions: Christi Garcia opened the meeting.

1. 2. Approval of the minutes of January 13, 2012.
2. The minutes of the January 13, 2012 meeting were accepted.  MSC.

1. 3. High Speed Rail, City of Gilroy
2. The process and final determination by City Council at their February 27 study session to select the downtown alignment was presented by Don Dey, Traffic Engineer for the City of Gilroy.  A copy of the Power Point presentation is available on www.gilroy.org/blog under Government Affairs.

1. 4. Tobacco Grant Project, Susan Valenta, Gilroy Chamber
2. Susan provided a recap of activities related to the proposed draft Tobacco Ordinance and the results of the March 5 study session.  Council did not direct staff to draft a ordinance for local retailers selling tobacco products; however, certain restrictions in public parks will be recommended.

1. 5. Gilroy Business PAC
2. Gregg reported that GILPAC has completed its initial requirements and is ready to begin its operation.  Bylaws have been adopted, tax identification has been established, an accounting firm has been selected, participants on the GILPAC Board established, and a checking account has been opened.

1. 6. Community Development Updates
2. Tom Haglund reported on activities related to the Cherry Orchard development as it applies to residential development east of 101 and the process of a newly-certified housing element.  The City continues to work on the Development Standards Task Force, Habitat Conservation Plan, Climate Action Plan, High Speed Rail, and the upcoming General Plan update process.

1. 7. Economic Development Updates
2. No report.

1. 8. Gilroy Welcome Center
2. Jane Howard reported that the Gilroy Visitors Bureau/Gilroy Welcome Center has increased traffic from the 2011 numbers; February received 2,056 visits in 2012 compared to 200 in 2011.  Transit Occupancy Tax in 2011 is 13% higher than 2010.  Partnerships have been maximized:  Bay Area Travel Show will partner with the wineries of Santa Clara Valley; Gilroy Gardens will partner on an ad in the California Roadtrip magazine; and Christopher Ranch will partner on the Guide to Garlic.  The new Welcome Center website will launch on March 17.  Based on a recent quarterly meeting with the Gilroy Premium Outlet Center tenants, there has been a 30% increase in tour buses. The Center is also going to form a focus group to project affects of gasoline costs on travel and business.

1. 9. Inquiries from GRC regarding the following:
   
2. Gilroy Police Department – No report.
3. School Board – Kai Lai reported on the reaction of the unions on the GUSD decision of status quo on teacher staffing.
4. Gavilan College – Tim Day provided a written report:  Expenditures for the last six months were reviewed and accepted.  Performance Audit for 6/30/12 was reviewed and accepted; financial statement for 6/30/12 was reviewed and accepted.  Next meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2012.
5. SCVWD – Rachel reported that on March 27 the SCVWD Board will look at the Clean, Safe Creek plan.  A decision to place this projected parcel tax on the ballot will not be decided until July.
6. Santa Clara County – Elizabeth Stanford provided a written report:  Elizabeth attended the National Association of County’s Conference in Washington, D.C. on behalf of Supervisor Wasserman. She met with four members of Congress including Congressman Sam Farr, who now represents half of Gilroy. Supervisor Wasserman added federal support for Agri-business and Agri-tourism to the County’s federal legislative policies for the year, and Elizabeth spoke to these points in the meetings.

10. Other discussion
The GRC requested that the SCVWD be the featured presenter on April 13.

11. Adjournment: There being no further business to come before the GRC, the meeting was adjourned at 9:05 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan Valenta, President/C.E.O.
Gilroy Chamber of Commerce

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Present:  Christi Garcia, Jan Peat, Glenn Pace, Kai Lai, Greg Gallup, Georgia Trefts, William Faus, Jim Hoey, Jane Howard, Gregg Giusiana, Rachel Gibson, Don Dey, Tom  Haglund, and Susan Valenta

1. 1. Opening Remarks/Introductions: Christi Garcia opened the meeting.

1. 2. Approval of the minutes of January 13, 2012.

The minutes of the January 13, 2012 meeting were accepted.  MSC.

1. 3. High Speed Rail, City of Gilroy

The process and final determination by City Council at their February 27 study session to select the downtown alignment was presented by Don Dey, Traffic Engineer for the City of Gilroy.  A copy of the Power Point presentation is available on www.gilroy.org/blog under Government Affairs.

1. 4. Tobacco Grant Project, Susan Valenta, Gilroy Chamber

Susan provided a recap of activities related to the proposed draft Tobacco Ordinance and the results of the March 5 study session.  Council did not direct staff to draft a ordinance for local retailers selling tobacco products; however, certain restrictions in public parks will be recommended.

1. 5. Gilroy Business PAC

Gregg reported that GILPAC has completed its initial requirements and is ready to begin its operation.  Bylaws have been adopted, tax identification has been established, an accounting firm has been selected, participants on the GILPAC Board established, and a checking account has been opened.

1. 6. Community Development Updates

Tom Haglund reported on activities related to the Cherry Orchard development as it applies to residential development east of 101 and the process of a newly-certified housing element.  The City continues to work on the Development Standards Task Force, Habitat Conservation Plan, Climate Action Plan, High Speed Rail, and the upcoming General Plan update process.

1. 7. Economic Development Update No report.

1. 8. Gilroy Welcome Center

Jane Howard reported that the Gilroy Visitors Bureau/Gilroy Welcome Center has increased traffic from the 2011 numbers; February received 2,056 visits in 2012 compared to 200 in 2011.  Transit Occupancy Tax in 2011 is 13% higher than 2010.  Partnerships have been maximized:  Bay Area Travel Show will partner with the wineries of Santa Clara Valley; Gilroy Gardens will partner on an ad in the California Roadtrip magazine; and Christopher Ranch will partner on the Guide to Garlic.  The new Welcome Center website will launch on March 17.  Based on a recent quarterly meeting with the Gilroy Premium Outlet Center tenants, there has been a 30% increase in tour buses. The Center is also going to form a focus group to project affects of gasoline costs on travel and business.

1. 9. Inquiries from GRC regarding the following:

• Gilroy Police Department – No report.
• School Board – Kai Lai reported on the reaction of the unions on the GUSD decision of status quo on teacher staffing.
• Gavilan College – Tim Day provided a written report:  Expenditures for the last six months were reviewed and accepted.  Performance Audit for 6/30/12 was reviewed and accepted; financial statement for 6/30/12 was reviewed and accepted.  Next meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2012.
• SCVWD – Rachel reported that on March 27 the SCVWD Board will look at the Clean, Safe Creek plan.  A decision to place this projected parcel tax on the ballot will not be decided until July.
• Santa Clara County – Elizabeth Stanford provided a written report:  Elizabeth attended the National Association of County’s Conference in Washington, D.C. on behalf of Supervisor Wasserman. She met with four members of Congress including Congressman Sam Farr, who now represents half of Gilroy. Supervisor Wasserman added federal support for Agri-business and Agri-tourism to the County’s federal legislative policies for the year, and Elizabeth spoke to these points in the meetings.

10. Other discussion

The GRC requested that the SCVWD be the featured presenter on April 13.

11. Adjournment: There being no further business to come before the GRC, the meeting was adjourned at 9:05 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan Valenta, President/C.E.O.
Gilroy Chamber of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce #3 – presentation (3-9-12)

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This blog was submitted by Chamber member, Cheryl Ellemberg (ABD Promotions) to provide step-by-step instructions on how to post on Open Wall Monday. To learn more about Social Media and your business, join us at the Chamber on the second Wednesday of every month from 4 – 5 p.m. to hear from our local experts on how social media can strengthen your market share.

Social Media is such an important part of branding for your business.  Working with the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce is a great way to gain exposure for your business and get in front of existing and potential customers.  Many people have asked for a step-by-step instructional on how to post on the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook page as part of Open Wall Mondays.  Here are some simple steps:

First you need to Establish a Facebook Fanpage.  To get started, you can go directly to this link. https://www.facebook.com/pages/create.php.
Here are the steps to establish a facebook fanpage.
a. Choose a Classification.  Facebook provides six different classifications for creating a page:

• Local business or place
• Artist, band, or public figure
• Company, organization, or institution
• Entertainment
• Brand or product
• Cause of community

b.  Complete Basic Information Include your company logo and any visuals that help brand your products and services.  You will be listed as the administrator of this page and anyone else you wish to designate as an administrator.
c.  Fill in the basic information Include your hours of operation, geographic location, address, phone number, email address, etc.
d. Take Advantage of Features. Invite your friends. Tell your fans. Post status updates. Promote this page on your website.Set up your mobile phone.
e.  Track your progress.

Next, once you are in your business facebook page, you can type into the Facebook search bar “Gilroy Chamber of Commerce” or you can go directly to this link  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gilroy-Chamber-of-Commerce/128396354804

Every Monday, the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce opens their Facebook wall for its members to post about their products and services.  This can include photos, specials, coupons, relevant articles, and/or a website link.  When posting, keep in mind to keep it simple and share relevant content.  Include a Call to Action with your contact information (usually an email address and/or a phone number).

Now, you can share your post with others.  You can tag people by putting an “@” in front of their name or fan page name in your post.  Remember to revisit the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce Facebook page and post every Monday.  You can establish yourself as a powerful resource, connect with other businesses, continue to brand your business and showcase your products and services.

The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce has been very proactive in encouraging its members to connect with others.  It’s great for business and great for a caring community.

About the Author:
Cheryl Ellemberg is the founder of ABD Promotions and the main contributor to the Small Business Marketing Blog. Her networking skills and business experience have helped her become a leader in promoting small businesses. With a strong emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving, she continues to help small businesses become successful. She has thousands of followers for Twitter, Linked In and Facebook and has developed many marketing strategies that leverage these contacts.

Cheryl@abdpromotions.com

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Minutes

Present:  Christi Garcia, Kristina Chavez-Wyatt, Rob Oneto, Jan Peat, Jane Howard, Greg Gallup, Glenn Pace, Blair Tellers, Kai Lai, Elizabeth Sanford, Tammy Brownlow, and Susan Valenta

1. 1. Opening Remarks/Introductions: Christi Garcia opened the meeting

1. 2. Approval of the minutes of December 9, 2011

The minutes of the December 9, 2011 meeting were approved.  MSC with one abstention.

1. 3. Climate Action Plan, Stan Ketchum, City of Gilroy

In 2009, the Gilroy City Council accepted a U.S. Department of Energy Grant to fund preparation of a climate action plan. Gilroy’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) will provide a roadmap for achieving measurable reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and dependence on fossil fuels, both throughout the community and in City government operations.

The first Gilroy CAP Workshop in 2010 was attended by a small group of residents and supporters of the CAP effort as well as local vendors and non-profit agencies.  CAP Workshops allowed the public to weigh in on the preliminary CAP Measures and to share ideas about how to make Gilroy a more sustainable City.

A Power Point presentation provided an update on the public outreach and education that the City of Gilroy is conducting to ensure that the impacts of the plan are understood.

1. 4. Tobacco Grant Project, Stan Ketchum, City of Gilroy

The City of Gilroy received an updated work program for a Tobacco Grant project. This became effective recently when an amendment to the original grant agreement was authorized, that added a second component – to develop a smoking prohibition in all city-owned parks and trails.  Cities can receive funds through an agreement or an amendment to their existing agreement to strengthen city policies to reduce exposure to second-hand smoke and limit tobacco sales to youth and youth exposure to tobacco marketing through tobacco retail permits. The City of Gilroy is beginning to draft a tobacco retailers license ordinance.

Stan Ketchum reported that the Tobacco draft ordinance is in the early stages of development and no outreach to stakeholders has taken place at this time.  Once the ordinance is completed, stakeholders will be notified.

1. 5. Habitat Conservation Plan Update, Stan Ketchum, City of Gilroy

Per the Council’s direction, the Habitat Conservation continues to move forward.  It is anticipated that work on the Plan will be completed by March 2012 and will then evolve into a JPA of all the county partners in April/May 2012. The goal is the have review by all partnering agencies in Summer 2012 with adoption of the Santa Clara County Habitat Conservation Plan in the Fall and be operational within one year from then.

1. 6. Gilroy Business PAC

Susan reported that the PAC has received its Federal Tax I.D. number, and that the bylaws have been approved by the Chamber Board.

1. 7. Community Development Updates

No reports.

1. 8. Economic Development Updates

Tammy Brownlow reported that the Gilroy EDC will be furthering its marketing efforts at trade shows in the next 3 – 6 months. Economic indicator information is being updated.  The SBDC assistance program continues to move forward and bring topics of interest to the business community. An upcoming program on successful restaurants should receive a lot of interest.

1. 9. Gilroy Welcome Center

Jane Howard reported that the Gilroy Visitors Bureau/Gilroy Welcome Center is promoting Gilroy effectively in several magazines and other collaterals. International markets from Singapore, China, and Brazil.  Jane is attending key trade shows and travel events to aggressively market Gilroy and the Central Coast region.

10. Inquiries from GRC regarding the following:

• Gilroy Police Department – No report.
• School Board – Kai Lai reported that the district will be experiencing funding problems related to the state budget.
• Gavilan College – No report.
• SCVWD – No report.
• Santa Clara County – Elizabeth Sanford reported that the plastic bag ban in unincorporated areas is now in force.  The wineries working group has made recommendations, and staff is looking into each one. The GRC expressed its appreciation of Elizabeth and Mike having presence in the south county.

11. Other discussion

Climate Action Plan:  The GRC stated that it was too premature to make any recommendations on the Gilroy Climate Action Plan.

Draft Tobacco Ordinance:  After review and discussion, it was moved and seconded to recommend to the Chamber Board oppose the Draft Tobacco Ordinance due to lack of outreach to stakeholders, the need for more information on funding from the county for educating the public on smoking cessation, and the need to review the number of infractions reported in Gilroy for tobacco retailers selling to minors.  MSC.

Topics of discussion for upcoming meetings:  Transportation issues on the Federal level; water and sewer (Rick Smelzer); possible GUSD parcel tax; possible St. Louise Regional Hospital sales tax.

12. Adjournment: There being no further business to come before the GRC, the meeting was adjourned at 9 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan Valenta, President/C.E.O.
Gilroy Chamber of Commerce

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7471 Monterey Street, Gilroy, CA  95020

Government Relations Committee

Friday, March 9, 2012

7:30 – 9:00 AM. @ The Chamber Board Room

Agenda

1. Opening Remarks/Introductions (7:30 – 7:35)

1. Approval of minutes:  January 13, 2012

1. Gilroy High Speed Rail – downtown location (7:35 – 7:50 – Presentation; 7:50 – 8:00 Q & A) – Don Dey

A special Council meeting was held on January 27 to discuss the two rail alignments identified for the HSR.  A power point presentation will demonstrate the process that determined the downtown station alignment by City Council.

1. City of Gilroy – Draft Tobacco Ordinance – Susan Valenta (8 – 8:10)

Since the January 2012 GRC meeting, the City of Gilroy has held a stakeholder’s meeting with state-licensed tobacco retailers (February 21, 2012), a meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission (February 21, 2012), and a Staff report advising an ordinance to create a local fee for retailers selling tobacco and limiting tobacco sales within 1,000 feet of schools with considerations. (March 5, 2012). A report will be given about the City Council discussion and overall findings and information requested by the GRC.0AS

1. Gilroy Business PAC (Giusiana) (8:10 – 8:15)

1. Community Development Updates (Haglund) (8:15 – 8:25)

1. Economic Development Updates (Brownlow) (8:25 – 8:30)

1. Gilroy Welcome Center Updates (Howard)  (8:30 – 8:35)

1. Inquiries from GRC regarding the following (8:35 – 8:45)

• Police Department (Turner)
• School Board (Lai)
• Gavilan College (Day)
• SCVWD (Gibson)
• County of Santa Clara (Stanford)

1. Chamber Updates (8:45 – 8:50)

• Legislative Information

1. i.      AB 196
2. ii.      AB 1439

1. Meeting wrap-up and discussion of April GRC meeting (8:50 – 9 a.m.)

• Recommendations to Chamber Board
• Other Discussion

1. Adjournment (9 a.m.)

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By Sue Thurman, Business Relationship Manager

HR Supervisors, Managers and Small Business Owners! Equip your toolbelt with everything you need to know to protect and further your business investment. Fun and interactive classes include Employment Fundamentals and the Law, Interviewing Top Talent, Performance Appraisals and Effective Performance Management. Bev Stenehjem, HR Consulting Services, has over 20 years of multi-industry experience. She holds a BS degree in Organizational Behavior and a Certification in Human Resources Management. She has also earned the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) designation from the Society of Human Resources Management. Register online at www.GavilanCE.com or call: 408-852-2801. The classes are $59 plus $5 material fee per class.

Marsha Becht, Independent Consultant for Scentsy, Inc., announces some product line extensions for Spring/Summer 2012: layers by Scentsy, personal laundry care products infused with your favorite Scentsy fragrances, and Sincerely Scent, their online Card Store providing 150 original, customizable, scented greeting cards.  You can order online to be delivered to the recipients’ addresses without going to the post office.  For a spring/summer catalogue, contact Marsha Becht, 408-842-0383 or email mbecht@ymail.com.

Snap Fitness introduces the $10,000 Lose Weight Challenge. Now that New Years has come and gone, the motivation to stick with those resolutions may be fading.  Let them help you stay on track and lose those unwanted holiday pounds with an 8-week Challenge.  They are open 24/7 so you can work out on your schedule and their month-to-month membership makes it affordable. The $10,000 challenge is free to all Snap Fitness members and the competition kicks off March 1-April 30.  Call 408-848-8701 or visit www.snapfitness.com/gilroyca for more info.

The Wildlife Education & Rehabilitation Center’s (W.E.R.C.) 20^th annual Pet Photo Days are scheduled for March 9 -11 at the Granary in Morgan Hill. Professional photographer, Laura Marshall (www.lauramarshallphoto.com) will be offering this by appointment only each day, and your $50 donation will earn you a 5×7 photograph. Check the website, www.werc-ca.org for available openings and then phone 408-465-6219 or email petphotodays@werc-ca.org.  100% of the proceeds to benefit W.E.R.C.

If you lack or have insufficient drug coverage, then you can receive discount pricing on your medications through the*Prescription Savings Club membership at Walgreens, 770 First Street — it is risk free. If you don’t save more than the cost of your membership during the course of the year of your membership, they’ll refund the difference.  For $35 a year, a family membership covers everyone in your immediate family, including a spouse, dependents (22 and younger) and pets. Individuals may join for $20. Join and receive discount prices on your prescriptions and see the store for additional details and discounts.  Walgreen’s also offers daily flu shots, the shingles vaccine, and free blood-pressure testing.

Are you running with “the herd”?  The instinct to follow the herd isn’t limited to buffalo. In fact, history has shown that investors have tended to move in large groups based on what was happening in the market.  Integrated Financial Benefits Network is hosting a market outlook seminar entitled “Rising Above the Herd” on March 6 at Westside Grill. This seminar will help you understand how to avoid the ‘herd mentality’ and reach your goals. To learn more about how you can attend this complementary seminar, please contact Nichole at 408-842-2716.

Have you seen the rolling screen ads in town? ABD Promotions will be taking over the operation of The Advertising Group. The new screen ads are slated to go up March 1 and currently have three locations:  First Street Coffee, Victoria’s Mexican Restaurant and Stubby’s Sports Bar. If you would like to be one of their advertisers, call them at 408-634-0007 or email cheryl@abdpromotions.com.  You can learn more about this exciting opportunity on their website: http://www.abdpromotions.com/gilroy-advertising-group/.

Paul Alpert, CPA, MS (Tax), Ten-Fortyland, 8339 Church St., 408-778-9477, specializes in tax-saving strategies for sole-owner businesses that could mean tax savings of up to $10,000 or more per year.  Let him give you a free, no obligation second opinion on your tax returns.  Give him a call today — you’ve got nothing to lose other than ½ hour of your time.

Express Employment Professionals, 18525 Sutter Blvd. #210 (Morgan Hill) is your locally-owned employment partner providing local businesses with light industrial, office services and professional staff.  They are committed to doing better because they live and work in the community!  They were recently named to Inaveros 2011 Best of Staffing Client list presented by Career Builder. This is the Nation’s only satisfaction award that recognizes exceptional service in the staffing industry and less than 1% of all staffing firms made this list. To become another of their satisfied customers you can reach Kim or Ernie at 408-778-0729.

It was a busy and exciting January for Lisa Cassara Coldwell Banker Real Estate.  She was honored to receive the President’s Choice Award from 2011 Santa Clara County Association of REALTORS President, Michael Sibilia, for demonstrating the principles of good real estate practice among brokers; for promoting and protecting home ownership rights for all; and for distinguished service to the members of SCCAOR and the community at large.  Also, in January Lisa took a two-day intensive educational course to earn the designation as a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) to help those families in need of alternatives to foreclosure.  Lisa will help you by calling her at 408-710-6085 or lisa@lisasoldmine.com.

Congregation Emeth is the Jewish Community in the South Valley, a Reform congregation with a welcoming spirit and diverse membership, attracting members from South Santa Clara County, Hollister and beyond. Engage with them in lifelong learning, worship, social action and community while celebrating Judaic spiritual and cultural traditions. They welcome all who desire a meaningful Jewish connection, and as they grow together, they will be creating a vibrant Jewish presence in the South Valley. Congregation Emeth is located at17835 Monterey Street in Morgan Hill. For information, contact them at 408-778-8200 or www.emeth.net.

Christi Garcia, Wealth Management Advisor with LPL Financial suggests that her Coffee Corner is a great way to start the day off the right way…coffee, conversation and connections.  The conversations are always exciting.  They talk about what is happening locally; learn smart philosophies of investing that are being used in today’s markets and talk about how we can help local business owners grow their business.  They also have guest speakers, and this month, Mayor Al Pinheiro will speak on March 2, 8 am, 8339 Church St. (408-842-5200).  Christi was also recently appointed as a commissioner for the Gilroy City Planning Commission and the Chair of the Government Relations Committee for the Chamber of Commerce.

SendOutCards presents the most unique solution to helping you celebrate birthdays, birth announcements, business appointments, thank you cards to customers and greeting cards for all occasions. You can retain all of your critical addresses in the convenient Contact manager and send a quality card complete with a personal message from you in less than 60 seconds!  With plans as low as $15 a month, you’ll be sending cards that cost you less than $1. And if you need gifts with your card, SendOutCards has a huge variety of new gifts-including gift cards.  In the Photo Store create your own photo books, calendars and canvas prints of your favorite photo.  Visit www.sendoutcrds.com/johnh, watch a short video and send a free card to someone you care about. Call John Houghton, 408-848-4026 for more information.

Tickets for the March 17th Bach to Blues concert held in the Gavilan College Theater, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd. are now on sale. This is an annual showcase of regional talent, featuring Gavilan College faculty, students and performers from the community. This year’s special guest performers are the Watsonville Taiko. And on March 10, The South Valley Symphony presents Music for the Young at Heart, featuring the winner of the 4^th Al Navaroli Young Musicians’ competition. Visit www.southvalleysymphony.org or First Street Coffee in Gilroy for your tickets.

Celebrate Life is the theme of the annual Benefit Dance for Informed Choices. Tickets are $35 each or with a group of four or more only $30; the date is March 31 from 7-11 pm and the band is the popular Joe Sharino Band. The dance will be held at Oakwood School. Call Lorrie at 847-8880 to reserve your spot.

Gilroy Gardens is pleased to announce their 3^rd Annual Golden Ticket Gilroy Resident Appreciation Day on Saturday, March 31. For the past two years, The Gardens has opened its season with a Private Event designed to recognize the community. On this day Admission, Parking and all Rides and Attractions are donated back to the residents and business owners of Gilroy. Anyone living or working within the 95020 and 95021 zip codes is invited to bring a party of up to six people to enjoy the park for free. Watch for your Golden Ticket invitation in your City of Gilroy water bill or call (408) 840-7100 for information.  The Gardens also invites Chamber members and local businesses to take advantage of the day to display their company to Gilroy.  Residents are encouraged to meet at the Resident’s Lunch where all proceeds go to the Natural Sciences Educational Program. And new this year is “Art in the Park” with demonstrations by local artists. Gilroy Gardens opens to the general public on Sunday, April 1.

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By Sue Thurman, Business Relationship Manager
Gilroy Chamber of Commerce

Find all your business needs at www.gilroy.org under our Chamber Directory.  It’s fast, easy, and includes a Google map for your convenience.

Quilters, it’s time to take a ride on the wild side during the 2012, 7th Annual, Quilter’s March Madness Shop Hop, February 29 – March 4. Starting with the Nimble Thimble at Garlic City Mercantile, 7550 Monterey Street, owner Dave Peoples says to stop by and fill out a registration form, pick up your Passport and get hopping! All stores will be open 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. You could win a $50 gift certificate from all participating shops and a $200 gift card for gas. In total, 19 stores are participating from Antioch to Winters, so stop by Nimble Thimble and get started. For more information, visit www.quiltersmarchmadness.com.
Downtown will be hopping on February 11 beginning at 8 p.m. when the South County Derby Girls host a mysterious, Valentine’s Day Masquerade Ball at Gilroy’s 9-Lives Club, 7430 Monterey Street. Then on February 25, Evolution is coming to rock our town with the “Ultimate Tribute to Journey”. Voted the “Best Live Music Venue” in Gilroy, 9 Lives Club features music, comedy and more! To view the schedule or see how to obtain tickets, visit their website www.9livesclub.com.
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner—are you ready for a fantastic February 14 with the ones you love? Plan ahead with gift ideas from Scentsy! Sweet and sultry fragrances in the Romance collection will provide you with the perfect presents for your sweetie and anyone else you want to spoil. And if you want to give and give back, snuggly Sasha, the first-ever Charitable Cause Scentsy Buddy is dressed for the day in a cherry-red smock. For more information, go to the Scentsy website at www.marshabecht.scentsy.us or call Marsha at 842-0383.

The Gilroy Assistance League is now accepting grant requests for the year 2012 that will benefit Gilroy youth organizations. Last year GAL gave $13,000 to various youth services such as DreamPower Horsemanship, GHS Grad Night, Gilroy community Youth Center and Rebekah’s Children’s Services. A formal grant request proposal must be completed and returned no later than Friday, February 24, 2012. Forms may be downloaded from www.gilroyassistanceleague.org or picked up at Starritt Realtors, 7477 Eigleberry St. Completed forms may be returned to that same location or mailed to Patty Giacalone, 777 First St., PMB 274, Gilroy, 95020. Funds will be distributed in late April 2012. Questions, call Patty at 408-847-3036.

Rumor has it that the Neil Simon play, Rumors, will be opening at Pintello Comedy Theater, 8191 Swanston Lane, on February 3 with scheduled performances February 4, 10,11, 17,18, 24 and 25 plus one matinee on Sunday, February 19 at 2 p.m. Produced in arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. and directed by Whitney Pintello, the play will star Marion and Rod Pintello, Jon Reed, Ariane Borgia, Joline Masten, Tom Hepner, Valerie Vanni, Brad Nye and Katie DeSantis. Tickets are $18 and reservations can be made on-line at pintello@charter.net or call 408-337-1599.

If you didn’t know that Minuteman Press offers a huge variety of services (from A-W) and more by the minute, then it’s time to stop by, 15700 Monterey Rd., Suite 160 (Morgan Hill) or call 408-778-1311. They are the one-stop shop for all your printing and graphic design needs. Call for a quote-stop by for a look-Minuteman Press (www.minutemanpress.morganhill.com) is the first and last step in printing.

Regent Financial invites you to the monthly Morning Mix for coffee, treats and good conversation. February 8 at 8 – 9 a.m. Don’t miss February’s Guest Speaker Cheryl Ellemberg. Cheryl is the owner of ABD Promotions. She will be sharing her experience in how to promote you and your business using networking and marketing skills. We are excited to support our local community and businesses with this interactive workshop. Seating is limited so please call reserve a seat for you and a friend at 877-457-4567.

Patti Tartaglia, Food Fixx, has brought her personal cooking instruction classes to the People & Planet Store in Morgan Hill and is featuring gluten-free recipes. Gluten free, dairy-free pie crusts; gluten-free classic oatmeal cookies with organic raisins; gluten-free blondies with cranberries and white chocolate chips are just some of the recipes she is teaching-there’s lots more to learn from her too. Email her at patti@thefoodfixx.com or call 408-838-2810 for more information.

The New Balance Factory Store, 8155 Arroyo Circle, Ste 7 (Gilroy Premium Outlets) will be celebrating President’s Day with a presidential sale on February 16-20. Save an additional $25 on a $100 purchase of footwear, apparel and accessories for men, women and children. Specializing in multiple widths from 2a to 6e in men’s and 4a to 4e in women’s, they also offer difficult to find sizes in men’s 6 to 18 and women’s 5 to 13. The kid’s footwear selection covers infants to grade school children and is available in wide and extra wide widths. They also offer a full line of athletic and lifestyle apparel for men and women. They are located in the “Retail” Category of the Chamber Business Directory.

Sarah’s Vineyard is pleased to announce that the have been awarded a total of ten medals for their wine entries in the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2012. This prestigious competition received 5,500 entries this year, making it one of the largest competitions in the world. Many other local wineries were recognized for their wines this year as well, demonstrating the excellence of this growing area and our local winemakers. Sarah’s vineyard is located at 4005 Hecker Pass Hwy.

Gavilan College Child Development Center provides a safe, loving, secure environment that fosters each child’s unique cognitive, social-emotional, physical and language development within a well-planned environment. For children ages 2-5 years, who have not started kindergarten (parents do not have to be Gavilan College students) enroll now at 408-848-4815 or cgonzales@gavilan.edu or salonzo@gavilan.edu.
Out and About Magazine is helping to promote a day KidsFest, 2012 “about kids—for kids”, featuring a Trade Show with every resource a parent needs to make informed choices for their children including education, summer camp programs, attractions, clubs and organizations, kids activities, party ideas, health resources, kids retail and merchandise, etc. Kids will enjoy a variety of activities including games, entertainment, demonstrations, prizes and much more. Contact Bobbi Jo Palmer for more information, palmer.bobbijo@yahoo.com.

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