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The Chairman’s Circle is a special group of members that have committed to support the Brisbane Chamber of Commerce through sponsorships.If your business would like to become a member of the Chairman’s Circle, please contact Mitch Bull, President/CEO at 415-467-7283 or e-mail [email protected].

CHAMBER CIRCLE MEMBERS

Volume 26 Number 7

July 2016

L U M I N A R YBrisbane’s Business and Community Journal

THE

Chamber events cont inue to be

successful and well attended. We want to

get together. Our attendees consistently

say they value events sponsored by the

Chamber because they value education,

networking and opportunity of learning

WHAT’S INSIDE PageLIGHTING AND DESIGN .................................. 1

MELISSA’S TAQUERIA ..................................... 1

MICHELE JAUREGUI ....................................... 1

FOCUS ON EDUCATION ................................... 1

MONEY MATTERS ........................................... 2

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE ................................. 3

SUMMER RESETS .......................................... 4

CA LAW RECORDING CONVERSATION .............. 5

CALENDAR ..................................................... 6

AUGUST 18, 2016 MULTI B2B B2C EXPO REGISTER TODAY ON-LINE AT http://www.brisbanechamber.org/events.html

>> Continued On Page 2


LIGHTING AND DESIGNBY: ALISON WILSON, Brisbane Chamber Editor/Marketing Director [email protected]

Great lighting, video,

design and production

m a k e e v e n t s f u n .

For more than 20 years

Felix Lighting, a full-service

product ion company, has

been illuminating corporate,

concerts, private part ies,

festivals and special events.

They specialize in design,

sales and rentals of automated

l i gh t ing and p roduc t i on

serv ices. Andrew “Andy”

Isola General Manager, Rental

and Property Manager at the

Brisbane location, opened

the interview speaking on

the impact that event light

and sound is to an event. He

commented “lighting and video

are an essential piece of the

décor.” Andrew “Andy” Isola General Manager, Rental and Property Manager, at the Brisbane location

speaking of the importance of taking exceptional care of our large inventory of quality

equipment. Maintenance is critical in providing superior service to customers.>> Continued On Page 5

GENUINE AND GOODBY: ALISON WILSON, Brisbane Chamber Editor / Marketing Director [email protected]

Guided by the

v i s i o n , p a s s i o n

and creativ i ty of

Rafael and Jul ie

Meza , Me l i s sa ’s

Taquer ia (named

after their daughter)

is a landmark for

authentic Mexican

c u i s i n e i n t h e

heart of Brisbane’s

historical district.

Melissa’s Taqueria, a family-run business, has operated in

Brisbane since March 23, 2003. When asked why they opened

their family run restaurant in Brisbane, Rafael said “I learned

that the Brick Oven site was for sale. I visited Brisbane and

walked around the neighborhood for several weeks speaking to

people. I liked the friendliness of everyone, the climate and the

small town feeling. I felt welcomed.”

Rafael and Melissa’s Taqueria are well respected in the

community, taking time to sponsor a Brisbane Soccer Team,

donate all food for the annual American Heart Association

fund-raiser, and participating in fund-raisers for the Brisbane

Elementary School District, education and community projects.

Rafael Meza, owner of Melissa’s Taqueria

speaking about Brisbane and Melissa’s Taqueria.

PASSIONATE AND MOTIVATEDBY: ALISON WILSON, Brisbane Chamber Editor / Marketing Director [email protected]

Born and raised in

Pacifica, California,

Michele Jauregui, at

age 19, landed a job in

Crocker Industrial Park.

She fell in love with

Brisbane. After living

in several cities on the

peninsula, Jauregui

moved to Brisbane in

2003 and made it her

home.

I a s k e d w h y

she decided to call

B r i s b a n e h o m e .

Jauregui replied, “What

drew me here first, was

the weather and the sense of a really tight and

safe community. People here are friendly and

care about each other. It was an easy decision

to make. Second, I love the outdoors and

spending time with family and friends. Living

at the foot of San Bruno Mountain on the San

Francisco Bay is priceless.” Jauregui is an

Michele Jauregui is a

licensed Realtor with Ron

Davis & Company Real

Estate, a full service Real

Estate brokerage serving

San Francisco and San

Mateo counties.

WELCOME

SUPERINTENDENT

RONAN COLLIVER

BY: KAREN LENTZ, Brisbane Elementary School District Trustee

T h e B r i s b a n e

Elementary School

Board is very pleased

to introduce our new

S u p e r i n t e n d e n t ,

R o n a n C o l l v e r !

Ronan c omes t o

us from the Scotia

Union Elementary

School District in Humboldt County,

where he served as Superintendent/

Principal. He brings to the job eleven



Superintendent

Ronan Collver

MUST ATTEND EVENT

BY: DILMOHAN CHADHA, Brisbane Chamber Chairperson and President, Integrated Resources Group [email protected]

THINK BRISBANE — KEEP OUR ECONOMY STRONG!THINK BRISBANE — KEEP OUR ECONOMY STRONG!

/ Luminary July 2016 Brisbane Chamber of Commerce2

2016 Board of DirectorsChairman of the BoardDilmohan S. ChadhaIntegrated Resources Group, Inc.

Vice President of the BoardJason DorfmanDoubleTree Hotel by Hilton

Treasurer of the BoardCurtis RoePurcell Murray Co., Inc.

Secretary of the BoardJennifer Wilder-SmithBiRite Foodservice Distributors

Members of the Board

Freddy BeamanCity National Bank

Richard BorghelloRecology

Bruce BonarF. W. Spencer & Son, Inc.

Matthew ButlerFirst National Bank of NorCal

Daniel CarterLyon Medical Construction

Jason CranstonCBRE Inc.

Ron DavisRon Davis and Company Real Estate

Tamara Heath Golden State Lumber

Michael HoUniversal Paragon Corporation

Noel LeeMonster Inc.

Ian (Shouma) MonizHomewood Suites by Hilton

Teresa MontgomerySouth San Francisco Scavenger Company

Judy NgBrisbane Village Shopping Center

President and CEO Publisher of the Luminary

Mitch Bull(415) 467-7283 [email protected]

Director Marketing & Sales Luminary Editor, WriterAlison Wilson(415) 640-9875 [email protected]

Published by the Brisbane Chamber of Commerce

50 Park Place, Second Floor Brisbane, CA 94005

(415) 467-7283 Fax (415) 467-5421

e-mail: [email protected]

website: www.brisbanechamber.org

Facebook.com/brisbanechamberofcommerce

Twitter.com/brisbanechamber

Deadline for Articles and Advertisements:

10th of each month

E-mail the Editor with your article, advertisement

or questions [email protected]. Or

call (415) 640-9875.

Mission Statement: The purpose of the Brisbane

Chamber of commerce is to create an atmosphere

in which business prospers and the community

thrives.

The Luminary is printed using recycled paper

and environmentally-friendly soy-based ink.

Chairperson’s Message continued from page 1

about other businesses. Business drives growth and opportunities.

We are involved in the ultimate business-to-business and business-to-commerce Multi Chamber Expo on Thursday, August 18th 4 to

7 p.m. at South San

Francisco Conference

Center located at 255

South Airport Blvd., in

South San Francisco. It

is the right place and the

right time to be visible

while interacting with

others. It is definitely

worth register ing for

a n d a t t e n d i n g ; t o

learn about businesses

i n ou r a r e a and t o

network with both the businesses and

attendees. To reserve your table visit: https://multichamberbusinessexpo.e v e n t b r i t e . c o m . E m p l o y e e s ,

employers, businesses owners, sole

proprietors, entrepreneurs, and

local citizens have the opportunity

to browse, discover new ideas and

products. In the past, hundreds of

people have attended sharing ideas

and products; interacting with other

businesses, discovering new ideas

and technologies; plus, vendors will

have products for sale. This event

is open to the entire business and

residential community. It is FREE to

attend. The public does not need to

register.

BULK POSTAL CHANGEThe United States Post Office has made the decision to centralize the

Brisbane Business Mail Entry Unit. On August 29th, Brisbane Post Office

will no longer accept bulk mailings. This change only effects business

mail acceptance and does not affect any other postal services provided

by the Brisbane Post Office. Brisbane mailing permit(s) and fees will

be transferred to the San Francisco Business Mail Entry unit located at

1300 Evans Avenue, San Francisco CA 94188-8025 (approximately 5

miles from Brisbane Post Office). Their hours of operation are 10:00am

to 6:00pm. The Post Office will accept pre-printed mail pieces with a

Brisbane endorsement in the indicia until August 29, 2017. Please contact

the San Francisco Mailing Requirements office at (415) 550-5750 with any

questions.

MARK YOUR CALENDARThursday, August 18th Multi-Chamber Expo Mega Networking 4 to 7 p.m.

at South San Francisco Conference Center located at 255 South Airport

Blvd., in South San Francisco. It is the right place and the right time to

be visible while interacting with others. It is definitely worth registering

for and attending; to learn about businesses in our area and to network

with both the businesses and attendees. To reserve your table visit: https://multichamberbusinessexpo.eventbrite.com.

Wednesday, September 21st the annual Fall Chamber mixer will again be held at Ron Davis and Company 400 Visitacion Avenue, sponsored by Ron Davis, Broker and Madhouse Coffee from 5 to 7 pm.; and on October 5th we will be

sponsoring the 2016 State of the City address at the Doubletree Hotel by

Hilton, 5000 Sierra Point Parkway. Mayor Cliff Lentz will be the featured

speaker.

Chamber events provides business an opportunity to understand the

needs of customers. It is critical to build relationships not just with your

customers, but also with your vendors, employees and your competitors.

Networking is an opportunity to create, rekindle and solidify valuable

contacts. Attending a mixer, with plenty of business cards is a great venue

to enjoy a conversation with other attendees who are looking to share their

information and to learn about your products and services. Be involved

and visible. Register today for upcoming events at www.brisbanechamber.

eventbrite.com.

Your Chamber welcomes your ideas and suggestions. This is a great

community where ideas are shared to help the community and your

organization thrives. If you are an executive or a business owner and are

looking for a way to get involved, join us in the Brisbane Chamber of

Commerce, or give us a call to learn more about how being a member of the

Chamber contributes to the economic vitality of your business. If you need

a referral for a service or a product, give us a call at (415) 467-7283 or

e-mail [email protected]. We are working to enhance and expand

economic vitality for Brisbane. See you at the Multi-Chamber Expo on

August 18th.

B2B B2C Ultimate Networking Event

SPREAD SHEET VS. DATA BASE

BY: CURTIS ROE, Treasurer and Board Member Brisbane Chamber of Commerce, CPA Director - Finance, Purcell Murray, [email protected]

I received a nice e-mail last week from the Poplar

Creek Golf Course. Please recall my article in May of

this year regarding said course. In part, the message

said, “To quote Mark Twain, ‘The reports of my death

are greatly exaggerated’.” Recent news accounts paint

an inaccurate picture of the future of Poplar Creek Golf

Course. We are here and will be for a long time to come,

for your golfing enjoyment.” Did the citizens of Brisbane

let their voice be heard in San Mateo? Could be.

ON TO MATTERS OF ACCOUNTING! We thought we were pretty smart with our first

lemonade stand. We had a computer on hand and used

a spread sheet to track all our sales. Sure, we remember

a previous article that talked about inventory control and

how that ensures accurate reporting. But we went one

step further and tracked our sales on a spread sheet. We

used a different sheet for each day’s sales. It was a nice

and neat record of everything we did. We also used a

spread sheet for our inventory and fixed assets.

At the end of the month, we added everything up and

guess what? It didn’t balance.

How could that be? We were

so diligent in making sure we

recorded everything. We even

checked it over and found no

errors. Still, we did not balance. Our debits did not

equal our credits. What would Luca Pacioli (father of

bookkeeping; Feb 2015 Luminary) say!!

I don’t know what Luca would say but I would tell

you not to use a spread sheet for a data base. Typically

a data base has built in controls that prevent just this

sort of thing from happening. What thing you say?

Something like an entry to your books that doesn’t

balance. Something like changing data without leaving

any record of the change. Something like accidentally

deleting information or entering data in space that

already had data.

A spread sheet is only as good as the data and

formulas entered. Just because it is in a spread sheet

does not mean that it is valid.

Brisbane Chamber of Commerce July 2016 Luminary / 3

THINK BRISBANE — KEEP OUR ECONOMY STRONG!

SKATING INTO SUMMER …

(EXPOSE YOURSELF) – TO REACH YOUR CUSTOMERS!

BY: MITCH BULL, Brisbane Chamber President and CEO [email protected]

In today’s super-fast-paced environment, we are all inundated

with e-mails, infomercials and endless ads on our smart phones,

computers and TV’s, not to mention traditional newspaper and radio

ads. Throw in “Valpak” coupons, door hangers and post cards and we are

deluged with offers of every sort, and we haven’t even touched on those

telemarketers yet… often the ad messages just overwhelm us and we just

take to deleting the e-mails, throwing away the mail and fast forwarding

through or muting the commercials on TV. All in all, many attempts to

distribute promotional and marketing messages aren’t very effective,

especially if they end up in the “trash bin” either electronically or physically.

When we look for a product or service, we try to select a provider, we

usually look first to those we are familiar with or at least one they have heard

of. Price may enter into the equation but generally it is hard to become a

product or service provider “of choice” if no one has heard of you or knows

what you offer.

One of the missions at the Brisbane Chamber is to give local businesses

and service provider’s several different ways to reach their target audience,

making thei r businesses

known to the extent where a

consumer will consider them

as a company or provider

“of choice.” We conduct

seminars, publish a local map

and newspaper, and compile

and publish a business and

residential directory/telephone

book for our city. Throw in

ribbon cuttings, mixers and

special events and you have

several ways in which a local

business can help to get their

name and products noticed.

It’s all about “exposure!”

In August, we will again

be partnering with other local

Chambers of Commerce to

plan and operate the ” Fourth

A n n u a l M u l t i - C h a m b e r

Business Expo.“ This event,

at the South San Francisco

Conference Center, will bring

citizens and companies from

all over the Northern portion

of San Mateo County to our

”doorstep” and give our

companies and merchants

another avenue to reach out

to potential customers that

are outside the city limits.

By partnering with five other

chambers of commerce we are

providing an opportunity to

widen the base of consumers

that our bus inesses a re

exposed to.

In the first three years,

the event has “sold out” and

expanded from 85 exhibitors

to a record of 131. In the 3 ½

hours of the event, merchants

and service providers have

the opportuni ty to meet

with potential customers

face to face and interact in

meaningful way, possibly

becoming that desired “vendor of choice.”

This year, the event is on Thursday, August 18th and we will again offer

a discount to chamber members and non-profit agencies, as well as those

businesses which are operated from a home office. It’s a good opportunity

to market your company, your products and your brand to every person and

business representative who will be attending.

Not ready with a product, but still want to market your brand name? Sign up with us as a sponsor of the expo. Sponsorships start at $100 and your brand will be represented at the event. Although most “customers” are expected

to be local citizens and businesses from Northern San Mateo County, we are

expecting attendees from lower San Mateo County and other areas.

Get “EXPOsed!” It’s a great way to be involved and help to ensure

that more people know about your business; after all- if they don’t know

about you, it is nearly impossible to have them purchase goods and

services from you or your company. Interested? Give one of us a call at the

chamber (415.467.7283) to get involved, or sign up online at: http://www.

brisbanechamber.org/events.html.

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Thursday, August 18, 20164:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

South San Francisco Conference Center255 South Airport Blvd, South San Francisco CA 94080

Brisbane, Millbrae, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo and South San Francisco Chambers of Commerce have partnered for this event.

SPONSORSHIPS:$2000 Signature:

$500 Gold:

$200 Silver:$100 Bronze:

DEADLINE FOR RESERVATION IS AUGUST 8, 2016 Signature Sponsorship $2000

Gold Sponsorship $500 Silver Sponsorship $200 Bronze Sponsorship $100

Exhibitor $250

Company Name:

Contact Person:

Address:

Check Enclosed For $

www.MultiChamberBusinessExpo.eventbrite.com

REGISTER AND PAY BY MAILSend Registration Form and Check to:

Brisbane Chamber of Commerce50 Park Place, 2nd Floor, Brisbane, CA 94005

Make Check Out to Brisbane Chamber of Commerce



From Iowa City to Houston to

San Francisco to Brisbane diners are

saying “you can count on friendly

service, flavorful and fresh food that

is not greasy, combined with the

‘fabulous’ drink selection.” Another

satisfied diner said, “It’s a clean and

friendly place with huge burritos. My

favorite is the super wet burrito.”

A visitor stated on TripAdvisor,

“Luckily, my wife found this establishment nearby, rated high by locals. We

ordered two “dry” burritos (to go), meaning without red sauce and grated

cheese on top, and one “wet” with the above. They were both excellent,

probably one of the best meals we ate while in the San Francisco area.

Extremely tasty food that was inexpensive.”

Customers enjoy breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner, dessert and/or

drinks. Recently, Melissa went on a vacation and came home with a vision

of remodeling her family’s restaurant. She wanted a restaurant with an

ambiance of an outdoor, relaxing Mexican restaurant complete with picnic

tables and a kiosk for ordering meals. Freshly remodeled, Melissa’s Taqueria

is a Brisbane restaurant that is a community gathering space for workers,

families, artists and toddlers alike.

Melissa’s Taqueria is located at 160 Visitacion Ave, Brisbane, CA 94005.

They are open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 9 a.m. to

8 a.m. Sundays. Call them at (415) 656-1369 for take-out and catering.

While they do not provide home delivery, the restaurant does do a brisk

business of take-out meals and catering. Melissa’s caters birthday and social

club parties and business meetings, of course delivered to your location

Melissa’s Taqueria continued from page 1

Customers enjoying a meal at Melissa’s Taqueria

EMPLOYER USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA

AS A SCREENING TOOL INCREASED

BY: GAIL CECCHETTINI WHALEY CalChamber Employment Law Counsel www.calchamber.com

HIRING, SOCIAL MEDIA The number of employers who use social networking sites to research

job candidates continues to rise. Sixty percent of employers surveyed by

CareerBuilder use these sites to screen candidates, a significant increase

from 52 percent last year and only 11 percent in 2006 when this survey

was first conducted. In addition, 59 percent of hiring managers use search

engines to research candidates.

BE CAREFUL WHEN USING SOCIAL MEDIA TO SCREEN JOB CANDIDATES.

According to the survey, hiring managers in information technology (76

percent) and sales (65 percent) are the most likely to use social networks to

screen candidates; professional and business services were least likely.

Almost half of hiring managers who screen via social networks said that

they have found online information that caused them not to hire a candidate.

The top pieces of content that turned off these employers were:

Provocative or inappropriate photographs, videos or

information — 46 percent

Information about candidate drinking or using drugs — 43

percent

Discriminatory comments related to race, religion, gender,

etc. — 33 percent

Candidate bad-mouthed previous company or fellow employee

— 31 percent

Poor communication skills — 29 percent

However, not all the information found on social media was bad. About

one-third of employers who screen candidates via social networks found

information that caused them to hire a candidate, such as information that

supported job qualifications and information conveying a professional image.

NOT ALLOWED IN CALIFORNIANot all job candidates make their social networking information public,

leading some employers to not want to hire these candidates. More than two

in five employers surveyed by Career Builder said that they were less likely to

interview a job candidate if they couldn’t find any online information about

the candidate.

Many employers who screen via social networks requested to “be a

friend” or follow candidates who have private accounts — 36 percent. Of

that group, 68 percent say they’ve been granted permission — down from

80 percent last year.

But in California, this type of request is not allowed.

California employers are prohibited under California Labor Code section

980 from requiring or requesting applicants or employees to disclose

information regarding their personal social media accounts. In other words,

an employer cannot ask a potential hire or a current employee for the

password to his/her Facebook account to see information that might not be

shared with the public or to accept a “friend” request.

In addition, an employer should be wary about uncovering information

on social media that is not relevant to your job search and that you may not

have otherwise known, such as an employee’s religion, disability or gender

expression. Your social media searches will be discoverable if a candidate

sues you claiming you didn’t hire him or her because you found out the

candidate is a member of a protected class.

SUMMER RESETS: BY: Freddy Beaman, Past Brisbane Chamber Chairperson and 2016 Board MemberVP/Business Manager, City National Bank 415-576-2406 [email protected]

With summer here, we begin our family vacations and weekend barbecues

with friends. It’s time to reset our thinking and start planning our finances

for the remainder of the year and future. The markets are up, but there’s

uncertainty in our global economy and to add to this is an election year.

Now is the time to prepare and realign your financial goals. If you do not feel

comfortable with your answers to these questions, please reach out to your

banker or myself for guidance.

Do I have enough cash to help me survive a downturn in our economy or

if I lose my job?

Do I know the risk percentage of my investment portfolio and when was

my last review?

What’s the cap on my variable rate mortgage and what’s my max

payment if it adjusts?

What’s the maximum rate that I can be charged on my home equity loan

if rates increase?

I have a monthly budget.


THINK BRISBANE — SHOP LOCALLY!

“This is definitely a fast-

p aced and e v e r- chang i ng

technological business.” Isola

said adding “new equipment and

design techniques are constantly

evolving. Felix Lighting is an

integral part of Los Angeles and

Brisbane. We are knowledgeable

about the trends and desires

of today’s consumers.” He

cont inued, “We are at the

forefront of lighting and video

design.”

Clients include producers,

companies, event managers,

vendors and designers who create

and craft entertainment lighting

and video. Andy said, “We have

on-hand a full stock of truss

and rigging, intelligent lighting

fixtures, lighting consoles, special

effects, conventional fixtures, i.e.

follow spots, individual pars,

ellipsoidal, video, power distro and data and power cables, i.e. socapex,

L620, AC and stage pin.” He went on, “we take exceptional care of our large

inventory of quality equipment. Maintenance is critical in providing superior

service to our customers.”

I asked Isola why Felix Lighting chose to locate their business in

Brisbane and how easy was it to get permits and information needed to open

the lighting and production business. He replied, “Brisbane is a small town

with knowledgeable and friendly staff. The city gave us personal attention

and walked us through the process of opening our offices here. We felt

very welcomed.” Continuing, he said, “Brisbane is the ideal spot for our

business. We are right at the base of San Bruno Mountain in an industrial

park that is quiet and spacious. It’s centrally located next to San Francisco

with easy access to all points of the Bay Area. It’s just as easy to get to San

Jose as it is to San Francisco. The warehouse has high ceilings to store and

maintain our equipment. The loading docks are convenient for our trucks.”

He continued “Being in Brisbane allows us to support our clients in a

time-effective way. It’s one of our core tenants to provide a superior product

to our clients, at a competitive price with service to back it up. We want to

be a partner in providing the most up-to-date trending lighting and video to

our vendors and clients for their events, that it is relevant and impactful.”

Andy added, “When a vendor or client calls to place an order for particular

equipment, we want them to look at the total project, not just pieces of

the project. Our goal is to determine that the overall plan is doable. That

it makes sense to all and that the equipment will properly integrate and

work with the other equipment at the venue.” I learned that by creating site

layouts, stage renderings his team ensures that design elements will not only

fit the venue but that there is adequate spacing for the elements, i.e. lights,

stage, sound. Speaking about the importance of knowing the electrical

capacity of the venue Isola said “we pay attention to the details, we discuss

the lighting and video coordination of content, projection and data routing.

And yes, we offer a variety of lighting services including conventional,

movers, and energy-saving LED.”

Felix Lighting is located a 483 Valley Drive, Brisbane. They can be

reached at (415) 825-5390. They are on the web at www.felixlighting.com

and social media. Their Northern California office and warehouse is open

Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00am. Stop by and say hi.

Lighting & Design continued from page 1

Felix Lighting professionals team of experts

understand how to properly integrate all types

of equipment, formats, and media into one

seamless system. They stand ready to help

you assess the need for renting, updating or

replacing your existing system to meet today’s

demands.

active and influential community resident.

In 2007, Jauregui was awarded her Realtor license [CA BRE

#01801514], the same year that the U.S. experienced the real estate crash.

I asked her what it was like, entering into a tough real estate market. She

replied, “I listened and honed my skills; having plenty of time to learn what

the industry had to offer. Ron Davis, broker and owner of Ron Davis and

Company Real Estate, had the opportunity of teaching me the importance

of looking at the whole picture of each client’s needs. This was a perfect

time for me to enter the market. I learned the value of marketing, using ‘old

school values’ and importance of ‘white glove service’. Wow, I needed a lot

of patience and stick-to-itiveness to find the perfect fit for each client.” Ron

Davis, commented “Michele is a successful realtor because of her positive

attitude, patience and sense of humor.”

Jauregui continued, “Working in Brisbane and the surrounding cities

selling real estate, is a great experience. The San Francisco Bay Area is one

of the most diverse places in the country with people from every background.

I have been able to meet and work with some extraordinary people. I am

passionate about working with buyers and turning them into home owners.

Davis added, “When you work with Michele and the team at Ron Davis &

Company you have the resources and experience that comes with hundreds

of successful transactions. She truly cares about each client and working

hard to make sure that each transaction goes as smoothly as possible.” She

continued, “Yes, happy clients are my goal. I find pleasure in helping others

achieve something that they never thought possible. Which was the case

with my last buyer. He is a very happy man and enjoying his new home.”

We spoke about goals and challenges Jauregui has faced since becoming

a Realtor. Jauregui commented, “I think the biggest challenge in real estate

is trying to establish yourself in the business. You just don’t get a license and

start work right away like other careers. I am still working hard to establish

myself and it’s really important to first to start with your community, friends

and family.” Continuing, she spoke about Ron Davis who helped jump start

her career in real estate and the impact that he’s made on her life. She

ended stating, “My focus right now is on growing my business and taking

myself out of my comfort zone, to see the real potential. I want to be visible

so that buyers and sellers know I am here to help, and that I want to help. I

have learned the importance time-management and focus to keep a healthy

balance between a successful growing business and spending time with my

family.” At the end of our conversation, Jauregui said, “Make sure you let

people know that I am 100% focused on the needs of my clients. My goal is

to build lifelong relationships with one client at a time.”

Contact Michele Jauregui, realtor at Ron Davis & Company Real Estate,

by e-mail: [email protected] and by phone office:(415)467-4000

Ext.101 or cell (415) 805-9023 and say hi. Her web site is www.

michelejauregui.com. You can also connect with Jauregui on Facebook and

Linkedin.

Michele Jauregui continued from page 1

Michele Jauregui, a valued partner on a team of professionals delivering an honest

Real Estate experience that is personal yet passionate and focused on achieving results,

lives in Brisbane with her husband and son.

RECORDING CONVERSATION REQUIRES PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES

BY: DANA LEISINGER CalChamber Labor Law Corner www.calchamber.com

My employee wants to use her cell phone to privately record a conversation with another employee (without her knowledge). Can she do this?

The answer is definitely no. California is a “two party consent” state—

in other words, it is a crime to record or eavesdrop on any confidential

communication, including a private conversation or telephone call,

without the consent of all parties to the conversation. See California Penal

Code, Section 632. It applies to telephone conversations, but to casual

conversations in person as well.

The definition of “person” (recording the conversation) includes an

individual, business association, partnership, corporation, limited liability

company, or other legal entity. Therefore, an employer can’t record

conversations without permission either.

This law applies to all situations in which individuals are having a

confidential communication. These are conversations in which the party

being recorded has a reasonable expectation that no one else is listening or

overhearing the conversation.

Although in today’s world it is very easy to record conversations using

“smart phones,” employees should be cautioned that in California, recording

the conversation without permission is forbidden. Violation of this code

section can result in a fine of up to $2,500 or imprisonment in the county

jail, or even time in a state prison.



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Brisbane is a vibrant city with many clubs,

businesses, restaurants, and civic activities that

enhance the community’s quality of life through

service, education, leadership, and economic growth.

To list your event in the Community Calendar, e-mail

[email protected].

Date Time Description

7/21 3pm - Brisbane Farmers MarketThurs 7pm West Coast Farmers Market Association

Community Park

Farmers Market Info: (650) 290-3549

6:30-9:30pm Leslie Lowinger Art Show Exhibition Runs from July 21 to August 21

Galeria De Guzman 25 Visitacion Ave

Info: 650-921-2811 www.galeriadeguzman.com

7-8:30pm Financial Literacy & Career Opportunities Mary Wong Financial and Insurance Services

1838 El Camino Real, Burlingame, CA 94010

Info: 1-415-793-7979

RSVP www.marywongins.eventbrite.com

7/22 6:00- Concerts in the Park Fri 8:30pm The Refugees [Tom Petty tribute]

Lions Club Hot Dog Stand

Community Park

7/23 9am 3rd Annual Habitat Restoration DaySat - 1pm at Sierra Point Canyon Sierra Point & San Benito

Open Space and Ecology Committee and

Recreation Commission

Info: [email protected] (415) 508-2118

2pm The Magic Flue Singers and musicians from the SF Opera

will be performing excerpts from Mozart’s

opera The Magic Flute.

Brisbane Library 250 Visitacion Avenue

Info: 415-467-2060

7/26 9am San Mateo County Board of SupervisorsTues – 12 noon 400 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City

Info/Agenda: www.co.sanmateo.ca.us

7/27 3-6am Commercial Street Sweeping Wed Includes Visitacion Avenue Vehicle citations

Information: [email protected]


Community Park


6:30- Leslie Lowinger Art Show Opening Reception 9:30pm Runs from July 21 to August 21

Galeria De Guzman 25 Visitacion Ave

Info: 650-921-2811 www.galeriadeguzman.com



Info: 1-415-793-7979


7:30pm Planning Commission – Consideration of Final Recommendation to the City Council regarding the Baylands Project and EIR Community Meeting Rm 50 Park Place Info/Agenda: [email protected]


7/29 6:00- Concerts in the Park Fri 8:30pm Pop Fiction [Party Music]


Community Park

8/2 7-9pm National Night Out – Meet Your Police DeptTues Strengthen Our Community

Fun / Food / Drinks at the Community Park

7-10pm Jazz On the Mile w/Al Molina Jazz Sextet Dinner Reservations Recommended

7 Mile House – 2800 Bayshore Blvd.



6pm Brisbane School District Board Meeting Lipman Middle School

1 Solano Street, Brisbane 94005

Info: [email protected]

6:30pm Complete Streets Safety Committee Large Conference Room 50 Park Place

Info/Agenda: [email protected]


Community Park




Info: 1-415-793-7979


8/5 6:00- Concerts in the Park Fri 8:30pm Soul Party [Dance Band]


Community Park

8/9 9am San Mateo County Board of SupervisorsTues – 12 noon 400 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City

Info/Agenda: www.co.sanmateo.ca.us

7-10pm Jazz On the Mile Michael Zisman hosts the Master & Student Nights

Dinner Reservations Recommended




6:30pm Parks & Recreation Commission Community Meeting Room 50 Park Place

Info: Tricia Vaccaro [email protected]



Community Park




Info: 1-415-793-7979


7:30pm Planning Commission Community Meeting Rm 50 Park Place

Info/Agenda: Angel Ibarra

[email protected]

8/12 6:00-8:30pm Concerts in the Park Fri Andre Thierry [Zydeco]


Community Park

8/16 7-10pm Jazz On The Mile w/Melissa Morgan Tues Dinner Reservations Recommended




6pm Brisbane School District Board Meeting Lipman Middle School

1 Solano Street, Brisbane 94005


6:30pm Open Space and Ecology Committee Community Meeting Rm 50 Park Place



Community Park


4pm - B2B B2C Expo and Mega Networking 7pm SSF Conference Center

255 S. Airpport Blvd, SSF 94080

All Welcome to Attend FREE

8/19 6:00- Concerts in the Park Fri 8:30pm TBD


Community Park

“When a man has put a limit on what he will do, he has put a limit

on what he can do.” Charles M. Schwab

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THINK BRISBANE — BE ENVIRONMENTALLY AWARE!

BAYLANDS PUBLIC HEARING

FROM: BRISANE BLOG http://brisbaneca.org/baylands-information

Brisbane Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday,

July 28, 2016 at 7:30 pm at Brisbane City Hall, 50 Park Place, Brisbane, to

consider its final recommendation to the City Council regarding the Baylands

Project and related final Environmental Impact Report. This hearing will be

the culmination of an extensive review process undertaken by the Planning

Commission that began in September 2015 and included two workshops, 10

public hearings, and 11 deliberation meetings. To view the Notice of Public

Hearing and the complete record of the Planning Commission's proceedings,

please visit http://brisbaneca.org/baylands-information

The staff report for the July 28, 2016 hearing will be available for public

review on or before Friday, July 22, 2016, and e-mail notice will be provided

when the report is available.

years of teaching experience, CBO

and Facilities knowledge and skills,

and a background in curriculum and

technology. His warm, open style

together with his community-minded

approach and extensive education

background make him a tremendous

addition to our school district.

A NOTE FROM SUPERINTENDENT COLLVER:

He l l o B r i sbane commun i t y ! My name is Ronan Col lver and

I have assumed the duties as the

Superintendent of the Brisbane School

District as of July 1, 2016. I am very

excited to join this community and I

look forward to jumping in with both feet. My career in public education

over the past 23 years includes being a classroom teacher, vice-principal

and Superintendent/Principal. I received my Bachelor’s Degree from

San Diego State University and both my Elementary Teaching Credential

and Administrative Services Credential from Humboldt State University.

Having served as a Superintendent/Principal for the past ten years, I

have developed a strong understanding of all areas of running a school

district and I look forward to lending these skills to improving an already

outstanding school district.

I enjoy collaborating with families, teachers and students in developing

strategies so that all students can achieve their highest academic,

emotional and social potential. I believe that our educational system works

best when communities come together and lend a hand in the education of

our youth. I look forward to establishing partnerships with local business

and community members so that we can be successful in reaching all of our

goals.

My wife, Laura, and I recently relocated to Brisbane from a small

town in Humboldt County. We are enjoying all of the benefits of living in

this region and exploring all that it has to offer. We have two wonderful

children -- Dylan, 22, lives in South Lake Tahoe where he is attending

Lake Tahoe Community College while working in the ski/snowboard industry

and pursuing his new found love of cooking. Bridget, 19, just finished her

first year at UC Santa Cruz and is studying History and Politics. We enjoy

spending as much time as possible together by attending baseball games,

concerts, and discovering new restaurants.

Feel free to drop me an e-mail at [email protected], call me at

415-467-0550 or stop by my office at Lipman School.

Warm regards, Ronan Collver

Please join us in welcoming Superintendent Ronan Collver to our school district and our town!

Superintendent continued from page 1

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