Greater TehachapiChamber Of Commerce209 E Tehachapi Blvd

P.O. Box 401Tehachapi, CA 93581

661 822-4180Fax 661 822-9036

www.tehachapi.com

Newsletter

Your Chamber Working For You

Phone Calls589

Office Visitors

510

Referrals

3,001

Directories

233

Maps

10

Information Packets

107

We'd like to share some ways we have promoted your business last month…

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CHAIRMAN’SCIRCLE

HONORING

TEHACHAPI'S FINESTTehachapi Businesses of the Year 2017 & Citizen of the Year 2017

The Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce and the Tehachapi News will once again be accepting nominations for the 2017 Tehachapi Citizen of the Year and the 2017 Tehachapi Large and Small Businesses of the Year.

Last year's recipient of the Citizen of the Year was the late Joel Beckmann, Small Business of the Year was Jennifer's Terrace and Large Business of the Year was Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital.

Do you know an outstanding Citizen, someone who, through outstanding community service or volunteerism, has a significant impact on the community over the past year or over the past several years; A Large (10+ employees) or Small (1-9 employees) Business

which has contributed to the community through their volunteer efforts, continuous involvement, and support of charitable organizations or improvement of the economic climate? Take this opportunity to nominate them.

Nomination forms are available at the Chamber office 209 E Tehachapi Blvd., and the Tehachapi News, 411 N Mill St. Nomination forms are also available online by clicking here.

Deadline for Submission of Nominations is Monday, November 21, 2016 at 4:00 p.m.

Awards will be presented at the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Annual Installation and Recognition Gala in January.

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ChairpersonJames Wallace

Tehachapi Cancer Foundation

Chair ElectCarolyn Wiles

Terra-Gen Operating Company

TreasurerKathy Carey

BVS Properties

Past ChairMarty Pay

Farmers Insurance

• Directors •Susan Abrego

Tehachapi Cleaning ProZ

Lydia ChaneySouth Street Digital

Carl GehrickeTBB

Ida PerkinsPresident

2016Board of Directors

Staff

Wholesale FuelsLocally Owned and Headquartered in Kern County

With over 20 years of experience as a propane supplier, Wholesale Fuels offers propane gas for your home or company in the Greater Te-hachapi area.

We offer:

• Free Tank Rental for the First Year• No Tank Installation or Removal Fees• 24/7 Emergency Service• Visa/Master Card Accepted• Competitive Pricing• Budget Payment Plan Available• Keep Full Program (automatic delivery)

We are committed to:

• Providing our customers with quality products along with consis-tent, professional, and superior service.

• Meeting the changing needs of our customers by utilizing the latest in technology to provide information, pricing, and industry news that

will affect their business.• Maintaining the highest level of honesty and integrity in our busi-

ness relationships with our customers and vendors.• Observing the highest safety standards for the protection of our customers, employees, and equipment by providing continuing education on safe work practices, monitoring compliance and promptly correcting potential safety issues before they result in a workplace accident.• Sustaining an atmosphere of mutual respect and commitment among

Wholesale fuels employees, vendors and customers.

For information call or email Steve Miles (661)978-3994 stevem@wholesalefuels.com

NOTICE

Please note that there is no Chamber Network Luncheon in November or December due to

the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays

The next Chamber Luncheon will be

Tuesday, January 17, 2017.

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tehachapi.com working for our members

We'd like to share with you a summary of our website business directory

activity last month

Main Directory Search Page Visits

Alphabetical Listing SearchCategorical Listing SearchSearch ForNew Member ListingReferred to Member WebsiteEmails Sent to MembersMember Map Views

671

2,736244

1,22938

1123,0072,428

Calls Placed to Members 3,155Category Sponsor Ad 13

YOU’RE INVITED! TRAVEL BY JENNI’S

GRAND OPENING!

NOV 16, 4:00-6:00 PM

(RIBBON CUTTING @ 4:30)

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

4:00 – 6:00 PM

FOOD & REFRESHMENTS

RAFFLE DRAWING FOR FUTURE

CRUISE CREDIT

GET THE BEST DEALS WITH NO TRAVEL AGENT

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TRAVEL BY JENNI20412 Brian Way #2D Tehachapi, CA 93561

559-760-8661

facebook:”Travel by Jenni”

travelbyjenni@yahoo.com

License # 2085259-40

Call Ida at the Chamber office to reserve your ad space

RESERVE YOUR SPACE TODAY!!!The Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce is preparing the 2017 Business Referral Directory, the most important business-reference publication available.

The Directory is a "must have" full color reference with a comprehensive community profile, demographics, overview, local facts and figures, local attractions and much more…

ß #1 requested publication at the Chamberß Included in all Relocation Packetsß Distributed to all Tehachapi Businessesß Included in Welcome Packet for

new residentsß Distributed by our City at

business conferencesß Available at Local Hotels & Lodging ß Contact information for ALL

Chamber Membersß Full Color Publication

Chamber Business Referral Directory

will be online at www.tehachapi.com

Business Referral Guide2017

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Welcome Our Newest Members

Bernie's LandscapingJuan B. Mondragon1326 W. Graaf Ave

Ridgecrest, CA 93555(760) 382-3883

Big Sky DwellingsRyan Beauchamp303 S. Robinson St

Tehachapi, CA 93561(661) 301-5043

Coldwell Banker Best RealtyChristy Rabe765 Tucker Rd

Tehachapi, CA 93561(661) 972-7218

Dr. Paul Moll, DC20406 Brian Way, Ste 2C

Tehachapi, CA 93561(424) 376-4876

The Coffee MillAmber & David Tillman

120 S. Mill StTehachapi, CA 93561

(661) 238-6252

Travel by JenniJennifer Richard

20412 Brian Way, #2DTehachapi, CA 93561

(559) 760-8661

November Membership Anniversaries35 YearsC O S Mini Storage27 Years'hachapi Tees24 YearsTehachapi Association of REALTORS23 YearsSelecta Products, Inc.20 Years State Farm Insurance-Bill KotzKeller Williams Realty-Chris Walters18 YearsAmerican Business Machines15 YearsAmerican Cancer SocietyAmeriPride Uniform Services

13 YearsKohnen's Country Bakery12 YearsOmni Family Health11 YearsAECOM Technical Services, Inc.9 YearsMid State Development CorporationSouza Family Vineyard7 YearsStallion Springs Resort5 YearsAmerica Home LoansKern County Hispanic Chamber of CommerceSausage King4 YearsHorse Thief Country Club

Congressman McCarthy, Senator Fuller, and Assemblywoman Grove Mobile Office Hours at the Chamber

Government Representatives will hold office hours at the Chamber office on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 from 10 to 11 AM. For appointments, contact the following representatives: Congressman McCarthy, Representative Keenan Hochschild, 661-327-3611 Senator Fuller, Representative Romeo Agbalog, 661-323-0443 Assemblywoman Grove, Representative Javier Reyes, 661-395-2995

2017 Chamber Network Luncheon SponsorshipsThe Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Monthly Network Luncheon is an opportunity to Showcase your Business. Luncheons are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. January through October (no luncheon in August).

Your Network Luncheon Sponsorship includes:

• 2 tickets to the luncheon ($30 value)

• 250 words business bio in our monthly newsletter for the month of sponsorship.

• Your Business listed as a sponsor in our luncheon reminder email.

• 3-minute infomercial at the luncheon.

• Exclusive rights to distributing promotional material at each seat.

• Table top display.• Your Business listed as sponsor on the New Member List and Calendar distributed at the luncheon by the

Chamber. All inclusive sponsorship for only $100.00. Call early to reserve the month important to you. Reservations on a 1st come basis. Only one Sponsor per luncheon. To sponsor a Network Luncheon or additional information, contact Ida Perkins at the Chamber 661-822-4180 or email idaperkins@tehachapi.com.

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New YearNew California

Employment Laws

The 2017 legislative session produced new laws that will affect California employers' day-to-day operations and policies in 2017 and beyond. That's because quite a few bills feature delayed or phased-in implementation. Some of the new laws, such as the minimum wage increase, make significant changes to California's legal landscape. Other new laws make small changes to different parts of existing law or may affect only employers in specific industries. CalChamber's free "An Overview of New 2017 Laws Affecting California Employers" white paper identifies noteworthy new laws, including legislation relating to:• Wage and hour, including minimum wage and overtime• Expanded discrimination and retaliation protections, including significant amendments to the Fair Pay Act• Leaves of absence, including new hire notification requirements• Background checks, workers' compensation and other key employment areas

For more information on the new 2017 laws affecting california employers click here.

It’s Beginning to Look a lot like Christmas!

Christmas for Seniors of Kern County Help us collect what low-income and veteran

seniors think of as luxury items.

Two-ply Toilet Paper and Flushable Wipes Dryer Fabric Softener Sheets

Laundry Detergent (small sizes) Cleaning Supplies (small sizes) and Disinfectant Wipes

Paper Towels & Kleenex Razors & Shaving Cream

Shampoo, Conditioner and Body Lotions Toothbrush & Toothpaste

Men’s and Ladies Deodorant Large Print Word Find/Puzzle Books

Large print books & Calendars Hand Sanitizer

Help brighten a low-income, isolated, homebound senior or veterans Christmas by collecting sundries and toiletries with a group of friends,

your business, civic, school or church group.

For more information: Sandy Morris, Founder & Executive Director 661-703-8893 / 661-243-9917

P.O. Box 12702, Bakersfield, CA 93389 Christmas4senior@yahoo.com

https://www.facebook.com/bakersfieldchristmas4seniors/

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Chamber Member Celebrations

Chamber Chairperson Jim Wallace presented Maria and Ivan Jadric with a Certificate of Congratulations for the 25th Anniversary Celebration of Tehachapi Martial Arts Center on Friday, October 14, 2016.Tehachapi Martial Arts Center is located at 20418 Brian Way, Ste 6. For more information call 661-823-0621.Congratulations!!!!

Chamber Director Kathy Carey joined Race Communications for their Ribbon Cutting at the Bear Valley Springs Police Department on Saturday, October 15, 2016 For more information call 661-822-5959Congratulations !!!!!!

Chamber Directors Lydia Chaney and Carl Gehricke and Chamber Ambassador Audrey Post joined Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District for the Grand Re-Opening of Meadowbrook Park on Saturday, October 29, 2016. For more information call 661-822-3228Congratulations !!!!!!

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Scenes from the October Chamber MixerHosted by

Tehachapi Heritage League

On Monday, October 10, 2016 the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce honored their Mountain Festival Volunteers with a BBQ Dinner and Certificates of Appreciation.

There were many more volunteers that were unable to join us for the evening and we want to recognize them Gerri Marquez Gamble, Chelsea Beckham, Ashley Luna, Monica Cardenas, Ashley Cole, Jessica Delmos, Frances Hendry, Kathy Murray, Jessie Nevarez, Megan Ochoa, Emily Paille, Laurie Laurie Aldrich-Pay, Caroline Rivero, Kim Thatcher, Kristy Vasquez, Lori Walters, Mayra Sillas and Susanna Navarro IIamas.

Thank you for your support and dedication. You are what makes the Tehachapi Mountain Festival such a success-ful event.

Chamber Honors Volunteers

Pictured Front Row Left to Right: Jean Miller, Laurie Dobbins, Lisa Ohls, Audrey Post, Stephanie Ursua, Robin Gregg.

Midldle Row Left to Right: Barbara Shaw, Audrey Chaney, Carolyn Wiles, Toni Jackson, Tina Larson.

Back Row Left to Right: Taylor Shaw, David Shaw, Jorge Madrigal, Kathy Carey, Jim Wallace, Danny Jackson, Larry Barrett, Susan Abrego, Gina Christopher, Leonard Gregg, Carl Gehricke.

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16th Annual Tehachapi Christmas Parade ""

The Holidays are a time for families and friends to gather. On Saturday, December 3rd at 5:30 p.m. The Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce is planning the 16th Annual Christmas Parade “Winter Wonderland”. The Parade route will be down “F” Street beginning at Mulberry Street.

This event is planned so the community can gather together for visiting old friends, making new friends, drinking hot chocolate, watching the parade, sharing a meal, enjoying the lights, singing carols, strolling from business to business doing your Christmas Shopping. This is to be an exciting holiday event filled with community spirit for all ages. Wouldn’t a few snowflakes complete the magic?

Last year's parade was such a success that you don't want to miss out on this year's event! Parade Applications are available at the Chamber Office, 209 E. Tehachapi Blvd. or by clicking here. Deadline for applications is Monday, November 21, 2016.

In order to make the parade successful, it takes volunteers. What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than to be a part of the parade committee. Contact the Chamber office at 661-822-4180 for more information. All volunteers are welcome.

The Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce is offering an opportunity for our members to enjoy more recognition, visibility and opportunities through our Chairman’s Circle. The Chairman’s Circle offers a number of ways to market, advertise and promote your company on a regular, consistent basis.

The Chairman’s Circle offers four specifc packages ranging from $1,000 to $7,000. It is the Chamber’s goal to help you develop an annual package of benefits that will raise the visibility of your company in the community. By strategically planning your marketing and advertising activities in these areas, you can develop an individual campaign that will deliver bottom line benefits.

Chairman’s Circle members enjoy the convenience of a one-time all-inclusive transaction that insures representation at Chamber events, in its publications and on the Chamber’s website. This is a wonderful way to

plan your budget each year. The Chairman’s Circle will not only let you plan for your sponsorships of annual events, but will also avoid those many calls individuals receive to gather support for the Chamber’s many great events.

Feel free to contact me with any questions regarding the Chairman’s Circle. I invite you to arrange a visit to discuss the benefits and privileges of membership in this special group of members who have made an annual commitment to support the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce through sponsorships and marketing opportunities. I look forward to working with you on a program to enhance your company’s recognition and visibility in our community.

Ida PerkinsPresident(661) 822-4180idaperkins@tehachapi.com

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Chamber ServiCeSFor Members Only

Mailing Labels Electronic (Excel) Mailing List

$35.00 $50.00

Directory of MembersAvailable to all at No Charge

Free to Members OnlyDisplay of Cards & Brochures in the Chamber Office Referrals From: Phone Calls Walk-In's Internet First Hotspot in Newsletter (first 90 days of membership)

Website Advertising - Members OnlyContact Chamber Office for pricing and options

Employment Posters 2016Members Non-Members

$57.00 $76.00

Advertising - Members OnlyNewsletter Hotspot Newsletter Card per month per year

$ 35.00 $ 25.00 $200.00

Relocation Packet Insert/per year

$125.00

Hot Chocolate Turkey Trot 5K8 AM Centennial Plaza

661-822-3228

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TUSD Board Mtg 6 PM

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Government Reps See page 4 for appt info

The Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Coggno.com, offers a selection of online training courses for purchase directly from the Chamber website. We’ve hand-picked courses that we feel are relevant to our businesses and their employees, as well as individuals looking for additional education. Course topics include Human Resources, Compliance, Business Management, Safety, Soft-ware and much more. All courses will be available on-demand, 24/7. The training courses are spe-cifically designed to address many of the issues around risk and liability faced by businesses today, as well as develop the skills of your employees. To view course selection click here.

If you have questions about our online training courses, please give us a call 661-822-4180.

TUSD Board Mtg 6 PM

Board of Directors MtgChamber Office 4:30 PM

First Friday Art Reception 5-8 PM

Travel by Jenni Grand Opening 4 - 6 PM

Ribbon Cutting 4:30 PM20412 Brian Way #2D

559-760-8661

City Council Mtg 6 PMClaude L Wells

Education Center

TVRPD Board Mtg 5:30 PM

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Calendar of Events November 2016

For detailed information on events, visit our Community Calendar at www.tehachapi.com

City Council Mtg 6 PMClaude L Wells

Education Center

Marty Pay Farmers Insurance

Grand Opening 4-6 PMRibbon Cutting 4:30 PM

22 West F St661-822-3737

Cheers to CharityHomebrew Edition2-6 PM TK Pizza

640 W. Tehachapi Blvd

Main Street TehachapiUgly Christmas Sweater

Wine Walk 6-9 PM661-822-6519Thanksgiving Holiday

Chamber Office ClosedThanksgiving Holiday

Chamber Office Closed Small Business Saturday

Daylight Savings Time Ends