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The California Chamber of Commerce Board of Di-

rectors has voted to endorse Meg Whitman for Gover-nor.

Upon the conclusion of the CalChamber Boardmeeting on Sept. 3, President and CEO Allan Zarembergannounced:

The CalChamber Board of Directors voted to en-dorse Meg Whitman in the California gubernatorialrace.

For the business community as well as the elec-torate, job creation and economic recovery are the

most important issues and it is clear Meg Whitman

most closely reflects the views of those who make pri-vate sector job creation their first priority.

Many of our board members expressed confidencein having a person with business experience run thestate. CalChamber supports Meg Whitmans priority ofremoving barriers to private sector job creation and cre-ating certainty for those who wish to invest in our state.

More information about CalChamber positions onthe General Election ballot measures is available atwww.calchamber.com/ballot.

Don

Spering

Lori

Wilson

On the Web: www.ffsc-chamber.com

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OUR MISSION: IMPROVE THE LOCAL ECONOMIC BASE THROUGH ACTIVE ADVOCACY AND PROGRAMS TO ASSIST OUR MEMBERS.

FAIRFIELD-SUISUN CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

CHAIRMANS CLUB

PRESIDENTS CLUBAnheuser-Busch

DIRECTORS CLUBCopart

Hilton Garden Inn

Lewis Planned Communities

MV Transportation

Solano Garbage Company

Sutter Health (SRMF/SSMC)

DIAMOND CLUBB &L Properties

Bay-Tec Engineering, Inc.

Bryan-Braker Funeral Home

Credit Bureau Associates

Daily Republic

First Northern Bank

Gaw Van Male

PRIDE IndustriesRE/MAX Gold Elite

Rexam Beverage Can Co.

PREMIER CLUBCostco of Fairfield

Emeritus at Westwind Gardens

Goodrich UPCO

Holiday Inn Express-Cordelia

Kaiser Permanente

M2 Mail

Pacific Gas & Electric

Potrero Hills Landfill

Raleys Super StoresSolano Athletic Clubs

Solano First Federal Credit Union

Wal-Mart

Westamerica Bank

Meg Whitman

10.18Suisun CityVeterans

10.27SolanoStorageCenter

UPCOMINGEVENTS I MIXERS CalChamber endorses Meg Whitman for Governor

The Chamber supports these

Suisun City Candidates

Represent and advocate on behalf of business

Represent and advocate on behalf of business

As Mayor, I will ensure that Suisun Cityprospers from a strong economic basethat allows both the private sector andpublic sector to fully realize their poten-tials to serve the community. The mayor,who is the senior ambassador of our City,must aggressively solicit new businessesto improve our economic vitality and cre-ate local jobs. As a member of the SolanoEconomic Development Corporationboard, I understand creating jobs

Don Spering is owner of RPI Distribu-tion in Suisun City and is Chairman of theSuisun City Planning Commission. Raisedin Suisun City, Don is active in civic or-ganizations including Little League andyouth theater programs.

Concerned that the status quo hasbecome the standard for Suisun City,Don decided to run for Suisun City Coun-cil and is on the November ballot. Oneof Dons priorities includes better

Now, more than ever, is fresh leader-ship needed to bring a new perspectiveand innovative solutions to deal with thetough issues facing California cities. Thedecisions we make now will affect ourcommunity and generations to come.Thats why I want to use my diverse careerhistory in non-profit management, ac-counting and auditing to help Suisun Cityreach its fullest potential. I want to seebusinesses thriving in all our commercial

Mike

Segala

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2010 - 2011

EXECUTIVE BOARD

Kevin Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ChairHilton Garden Inn

Barry Young . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chairman ElectSolano Athletic Clubs

Christopher Barto . . . . Vice Chair/TreasurerCopart Inc.

T. Burt McNaughton . . . . . . . . . . . Vice ChairDaily Republic

Sue Vaccaro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice ChairSolano Garbage/Republic Services

Anand Patel . . . . . . . . . Immediate Past ChairHoliday Inn Express - Cordelia

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Andy Anderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorTravis Credit Union

Ken Brock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director

Brock Law Group, APCRandy Dawson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorPremier Commercial

Kevin Finger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorAnheuser-Busch

Jim Immer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorLewis Planned Communities

John Jamison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorJelly Belly Candy Company

Steve Lessler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorThe Lessler Group

Ron Marlette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorMission Solano

Don McDonald . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorRE/MAX Gold Elite

John Ray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorSutter Health (SRMF/SSMC)

Bridgit Strachan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorNorthBay Healthcare

Anthony Russo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorB&L Properties

David Welch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectorDavid L. Welch, CPA

EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS

Harry PriceCity of Fairfield Mayor

Pete SanchezCity of Suisun City Major

Jowel LaguerreSolano CC, President

COMMITTEE CHAIRS

Chief Ambassador . . . . . . . . . . . Mike Cortez

Chair, Business Issues . . . . . Chuck Wood III

Chair, Education . . . . . . . . . . . Darrin Berardi

Chair, Membership . . . . . . . . . Steve Lessler

Chair, Technology . . . . . . . . . . . Mike Cortez

Chair, TRAFC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sandy Person

CHAMBER STAFF

Leslie Fay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President & CEO

Tim Ridosh . Membership/Marketing Director

Melissa Manry . . . . Administrative Assistant

The Voiceis published monthly by the

Fairfield-Suisun CityChamber of Commerce1111 Webster StreetFairfield, CA 94533707.425.4625707.425.0826 / [email protected]

Printing by: Daily Republic

For advertising call: 425-4646

3 Think of the Chamberas an Extension ofYour Sales ForceBy Kevin Johnson

Members Respond toVolunteer NeedsBy Andy Anderson

4 Business News5 Calendar6 Chamber Events

7 Extend Tax Relief toRevive the Economy

8 New MembersSUISUN CITY CITY MANAGER

9 Pulling It TogetherFor Local BusinessesBy Suzanne Bragdon

Businesses ThatConsider MembershipBy Tim Ridosh

Ed Lippstreu76-77

Ray Schoch94-95

Ben Huber98-99

Kathy Parsons01-02

PAST CHAIRS CIRCLE

From the desk of

President/CEO

Leslie Fay

t gives me great pleasure to introduceClass IV of Leadership Today! The classmembers are: Elise Benson, BusinessManager of Ellen Anderson HearingServices; Greg Boyko, Assistant Man-ager, Bryan-Braker Funeral Home;

Gary Chandler, Customer Service Manager ofMV Transportation, Charles Ching, EconomicDevelopment Specialist City of Fairfield; Mike

Cortez, CEO TechPro Source; Debbie Cun-ningham, Manager Cintinuum of Care, SutterRegional Medical Center; Dave Diaz, SeniorManager Maxicrete, Sandy Durrance, ClinicalManager, Occupational Health & Center forPain Management NorthBay Healthcare; JimFreese, Flight Commander Internal Medicine,Travis Air Force Base; Natalie Hick, OfficeManager, Potrero Hills Landfill; John Kearns,Associate Planner, City of Suisun; Lauri Law,Vice President, Alkar Human Services; RonMarlette, Executive Director, Mission Solano;

Dionne McCullar, CEO, Front 2 Back Designs;Cathy Rios, VP Marketing & Production De-velopment, Travis Credit Union, and JerryWilcox, Director of Diagnostic Imaging,NorthBay Healthcare.

This program is made possible by corpo-rate sponsorships and participant fee. North-Bay Healthcare stepped up in 2009 with athree-year commitment as the programs topLighthouse Sponsor. If your company or or-ganization is forward-thinking, passionateabout leadership, and sees the wisdom of cul-tivating leaders today for a strong and vibrantcommunity tomorrow, please consider be-coming a sponsor.

NorthBays commitment to exemplary

leadership in our community is beyond com-pare, says Leadership Today Program Coor-dinator, Sherry McKillop.

This program is designed to developknowledgeable, skilled, committed, and ac-tive community leaders.

Participants in this premium leadershipprogram come together from diverse back-grounds, experience, and perspectives. They

meet monthly to expand core business andcommunity leadership competencies whilelearning about themselves, each other, andhow to positively impact their society. Gradu-ates form lasting connections with each other,create valuable links to civic and businessleaders and join an elite group of individualswithin the community.

Please watch for updates on the class on aregular schedule. The Leadership Today cur-riculum continues to grow and is comprisedof two parts: leadership education and com-

munity field visits.Even though the program is modeled after

a national program, it also includes a wholenew dimension added by trainer and facilita-tor, Sherry McKillop. Previous classes have de-veloped projects that have had a huge impacton our community. It is important to under-stand that leadership skills are learnedthrough the relationships built among classmembers.

Just another benefit and opportunity yourChamber is offering you! Thank you to thecompanies who have sponsored the partici-pants and thank you for the participants whobelieve in the program and who are commit-ted to the opportunity.

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Cultivating Leaders 2011

CITATION CLUBAmos & Andrews, Inc.

AT&T

Ball Corporation

Cache Creek Casino Resort

Charles B. Wood II

Creegan & DAngeloEngineers

Emeritus at Rancho Solano

enXco

Fairfield Tourism Association

Favaro, Lavezzo, Gill, Caretti &

Heppell

Food Maxx North Texas

Food Maxx West Texas

IHOP of FairfieldMeyer Corporation

Paradise Valley Estates

Taco Bell

Umpqua Bank

Video Pro Productions

Watson Auto Body, Inc.

Wells Fargo Bank

Westfield Solano

Yin McDonaldsYocha-De-He Golf Club at

Cache Creek

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want to take a momentto thank Mark Creffieldfor all his hard work anddedication to the Fair-

field-Suisun Chamber of Com-merce. As many or most of youknow, Mark who was our VP,

has resigned his position herein Fairfield and accepted theposition of President/CEO ofthe Vacaville Chamber.

Mark is most deserving ofthis position, and with hisleadership and vision I am surehe will do a great job for Vacav-ille and strengthen the rela-tionship between our twoChambers to make a strongerbond. Mark, again, congratula-

tions and we look forward tocontinuing working with youin your new position.

As you all are aware in myarticles so far during my tenureas Chairman, I have been tout-ing the benefits of joining theChamber and the value yourbusiness receives from thismembership. On Sept. 14, weheld the KUIC Mixer in Vacav-ille in conjunction with the

Fairfield-Suisun Chamber.Again, it was an opportunityfor you to promote your busi-ness not only in the Fairfieldmarket but the Vacaville mar-ket as well. There were many inattendance and the event waswell received as usually thejoint mixers are. Thank you toall who were able to make it,and we look forward to seeingyou at the upcoming mixers as

well.Save the date for the Christ-

mas Mixer, as it is set for Dec.13 at the Hilton Garden Inn inFairfield. Again, this is a greatevent and well attended, espe-cially during the holiday sea-son.

The Hilton Garden Inn pro-vides some fun, unique and a

wide variety of foods for theguests, as well as the tradition-al new members tables, andthe decorations. It really putseveryone into the spirit and is

one of the events that has highattendance.A membership drive is also

on the horizon in January, anddont be surprised if you re-ceive a call from variousChamber members trying toinvite you to membership inthe Chamber.

Our goal is to reach as manypotential members as possible,and invite them into the

Chamber world to join andparticipate in the many bene-fits that the Chamber offers. I

encourage each and everybusiness owner and or manag-er to take a serious look at theChamber as an extension ofyour sales force as well as a re-source for information and avoice in Sacramento and

Washington through our stateassociations and our nationalChambers contacts.

With our kids back in schooland summer a recent memory,we now must look towards thefall and winter season. This isthe time that we totally focuson our business and beginlooking at a new year on thehorizon.

The rest of this year and the

entire of next year depend onhow well we choose to marketand promote our business. Itruly believe that the Chamberis a part of that answer. Pleasegive us a call today and speakwith Tim at the chamber mem-bership office at 425-4625.

I would be remiss to notmention 9-11 and the variousmemorials that remind us tonever forget the date. I was inattendance of the Falati parkdedication. It is a great park

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The official newsletter of the Fairfield-Suisun City Chamber of Commerce OCTOBER 2010 I 3

Think of the Chamber as anextension of your sales force

Kevin JohnsonChairman of the Board

A message from the NTSBA President:Andy Anderson, Travis Credit Union

Opportunties to build business relationships

ANNIE VOGELPOHL

RE/MAX Gold - Annie Vogelpohl & Associates

Annie VogelpohlBroker CRS, LTG, RRC

Office: (707) 399-6959

Cellular: (707) 373-6949

[email protected]

1411 Oliver Road, Suite 180Fairfield, CA 94534

For the answers to your

real estate questions call

Annie today!

Members respondto volunteer needs

ell, I want to statethat I am reallypleased with theway that things

have been going for theNorth Texas Street Business

Association during the pastmonth. In fact, I am really ex-cited that many of the mem-bers of the NTSBA are start-ing to become involved bycontacting us and voicingtheir opinions and alsoshowing up for our meetings.They want to volunteer andhelp us work on projects andprograms that will improveour district and generate

more revenue for the busi-nesses on North Texas Street.

Hopefully that by workingtogether as a team, we canovercome some of the obsta-cles that we are subjected todue to the lagging economy.You know, we can talk aboutthe economy, but that isabout all we can do, becauseit does not seem to be im-proving.

So, we all need to put ourheads together and come up

with some plans to workaround the stalled economy.

City sign ordinance

We are pleased to reportthat currently several busi-

ness representatives andsome of our board membersare working with the City ofFairfield on the City Sign Or-dinance, which has causednumerous problems and ex-tra costs for some of our busi-nesses.

Currently, we are review-ing the sign ordinance withcity staff and working onchanges to benefit our busi-

nesses. Basically, upon com-pletion of a review, the city isgoing to turn the issuing,controlling and monitoringof the signs over to theNTSBA. We feel that thismethod will be fair and equalto all of the business ownerson North Texas Street.

In addition to the sign or-dinance; we are also workingon the problems that we are

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See Johnson, Page 10


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Driven Racewayoffers more thankart racing

Driven Raceway is NorthernCalifornias premiere IndoorKart Racing and Family Enter-tainment facility. Come experi-ence firsthand European-styleracing with the most sophisti-cated and high speed electrickarts available today.

Our competition electrickarts are fine-tuned machinesthat have superb corneringand quicker acceleration than

gas-powered karts. These Ital-ian-built karts for adults are ca-pable of reaching speeds up to45 mph, which gives the racingedge on the demanding DrivenRaceway D-Force Super Track.

The race karts are not onlyemission free, and environ-mentally friendly, they are ex-tremely safe with our staff hav-ing electronic control to slowdown or even stop the karts

(individually or all of them) atany time to ensure that all rac-ers remain safe at all times. Wesupply the helmet, race suit,and instructions . . . you bringthe drive!

Along with our high speedracing, we also offer some ofthe most electrifying andunique entertainment attrac-tions in the North Bay.

Our race-themed, glow-in-

the-dark Black Light Mini GolfCourse is perfect for all agesand is outfitted with some ofthe most exciting racing de-signs and props around.

Our custom designed rac-ing-themed Mini Bowling Alleywill provide an alternative tothe bigger version with all thesame fun. Our Arcade features

a wide variety of video and re-demption games, and whenyou get hungry, make sure topay a visit to the Hot Rod Caffor pizza, drinks and assorted

snacks.In addition to our attrac-

tions, we also offer a full suiteof customized party rooms andan exquisite VIP room specifi-cally designed for birthday par-ties, corporate team buildingevents, after-the-big-gameparties and bachelor/bache-lorette parties.

For more information aboutour business, hours of opera-

tion, or to reserve one of ourrooms, please visit our newFairfield location at 1560 Gate-way Blvd, call us at 426-3748 orvisit our website at www.drivenraceway.com.

Solano Ink &Toner moves toVacaville

We are pleased to announcethat effective immediatelySolano Ink & Toner has consol-idated our stores to our one lo-cation in Vacaville. There hasbeen no change in manage-ment and we will be providingthe same quality products andservices on which we havebuilt our reputation.

You will still receive the

same on-time delivery, thesame fast, responsive service,and the same dedication to ex-cellence that youve come torely on from us. The Vacavillelocation will continue to pro-vide computer and printer re-pair service also.

Our success is due to themany satisfied business cus-

tomers from Fairfield and Va-caville! We appreciate yourcontinued loyalty and we look

forward to serving your printersupply and computer serviceneeds for many years to come.

You can contact Ken andRekha Patel at 448-8437. TheVacaville store is located at151 Elmira Road, opposite7 Flags Car Wash.

Solano WindsCommunityConcert Bandentertaining area

since 1995

Since Solano Winds Com-munity Concert Band wasfounded in 1995, the band hasregularly fielded a group of45 to 70 musicians to performa number of concerts through-out the year. Each year, the

band has prepared four formalprograms, and has also per-formed at events such as the

Fourth of July Fireworks Showin Suisun City, regular concertsat Paradise Valley Estates, and

an annual appearance in theCarmichael Park CommunityBand Festival each June.

The band has grown organi-zationally from our beginningsas well starting with $500grants from Gordons Musicand Sound and the FairfieldScarlet Brigade Boosters in1995, and we now enjoy fund-ing from a number of individ-ual and corporate donors aswell as support through theCity of Fairfields Cultural ArtsAwards Program.

Music Director Bill Dohertyhas led the band since 2008,

when the founding director,Bob Briggs, passed away. Thepurpose of the band remains

as how it started to performhigh quality band literaturewell, and to have fun doing it!

You can contact the SolanoWinds in several ways. You cansend an e-mail to the band at:[email protected];you can send us good old-fash-ioned mail to the address be-low. And, of course, the ab-solute best way to contact us isto come to one of our concerts,and talk to us face to face.

Bill Doherty, Music Director,Solano Winds,PO Box 722,



Business NewsTell us about your accomplishments, promotions and items ofinterest regarding your business. E-mail a press release to theChamber at: [email protected] or fax it to (707) 425-0826.

See News, Page 10

POWERPromotes a strong economy

Opportunities to build business relationships

Works on programs to help business grow

Enhance commerce through community stewardship

Represents and advocate on behalf of business

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TRAFC HOSTS THEMILITARYRECOGNITION NIGHT[5:30 to 10 p.m.]

Rancho SolanoClubhouse, 3250 Rancho SolanoParkway, Fairfield

AMBASSADORCOMMITTEE MEETING[5:15 to 6:30 p.m.]

Fairfield-SuisunChamber of Commerce,

1111 Webster St.

EDUCATIONCOMMITTEE[Noon to 1 p.m.]

Fairfield-SuisunChamber of Commerce,1111 Webster St.

LEADERSHIP TODAY-HISTORY[9 a.m. to 5 p.m.]

TBA

TRAFC EXECUTIVEMEETING[9 to 10 a.m.]


1111 Webster St.

BUSINESS EXPOCOMMITTEE MEETING[8:30 to 9:30 a.m.]


1111 Webster St.

BUSINESS ISSUESCOMMITTEE MEETING[Noon to 1 p.m.]


1111 Webster St.

TRAVIS REGIONAL

ARMED FORCESCOMMITTEE MEETING[Noon to 1:15 p.m.]

Delta Breeze Club,Travis AFB

CHAMBERS BUSINESS AFTERHOURS MIXER[5:30 to 7 p.m.]

Suisun City Veterans, 427 Main St.

MEMBERSHIPCOMMITTEE MEETING[9:30 to 10:30 a.m.]


1111 Webster St.

SUISUN CITY BUSINESS GROUPMEETING[5:45 to 7 p.m.]

Suisun City Council Chambers,701 Civic Center Blvd.

BOARD OF DIRECTORSMEETING[9 to 10:15 a.m.]


1111 Webster St.

SUNRISE MIXER[8 to 9 a.m.]

Solano Storage Center,350 Travis Blvd.,Fairfield

AMBASSADORCOMMITTEE MEETING[5:15 to 6:30 p.m.]


1111 Webster St.EDUCATIONCOMMITTEE][Noon to 1 p.m.]


1111 Webster St.

LEADERSHIP TODAY-ECONOMICDEVELOPMENT DAY[8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.]

TBA

TRAFC EXECUTIVEMEETING[9 to 10 a.m.]


1111 Webster St.

BUSINESS ISSUESCOMMITTEE MEETING[Noon to 1 p.m.]


1111 Webster St.

VETERANS DAYChamber closed.

TRAVIS REGIONALARMED FORCESCOMMITTEE MEETING[Noon to 1:15 p.m.]

Delta Breeze Club,Travis AFB

CHAMBERS BUSINESS AFTERHOURS MIXER[5:30 to 7 p.m.]

Courtyard By Marriott, 1350Holiday Lane, Fairfield

SUNRISE MIXER[8 to 9 a.m.]

Staples, 1250 Oliver Rd,Fairfield

MEMBERSHIPCOMMITTEE MEETING[9 to 10 a.m.]


1111 Webster St.

SUISUN CITY BUSINESS GROUPMEETING[5:45 to 7 p.m.]

Suisun City Council Chambers,701 Civic Center Blvd.

BOARD OF DIRECTORSMEETING[9 to 10:15 a.m.]


1111 Webster St.

THANKSGIVING DAYChamber closed. Nextday of business isMonday, Nov. 29.

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By Tom DonohuePresidentand CEO,U.S.ChamberofCommerce

The remainder of the 111th Congress will be largelydefined by one issue: taxes. With the 2001 and 2003 taxcuts set to expire at the end of the year, Americans arefacing the largest tax hike in history. If Congress acts toprevent these tax increases, the economy will re-

ceive a much-needed injection of certainty.But if Congress lets tax relief lapse, 2011will be another difficult year for

American families and businesses.Lets examine the implications of this pend-

ing tax hike. Marginal income tax rates will in-crease for every taxpayer. The capital gains tax

rate will climb 33 percent. Dividend rates forstockholders will jump by as much as 164 percent.

The child tax credit will be cut in half, and the mar-riage penalty will return.

Small businesses our job creators will be amongthose hardest hit by these tax increases. The top marginalincome tax rate will grow to 39.6 percent from 35

percent. Compound that with the loss of certainitemized deductions and personal exemptions,and small businesses will face rates as high as41.6 percent. Successful small businesses will behit particularly hard approximately half of the

business income reported on tax returns in2011 will be subject to the top two margin-

al rates.For companies that employ Ameri-

cans and keep our economy moving,raising dividend rates could discour-age investment. Further, it could in-centivize companies to use exces-sive debt financing, causing greatereconomic instability. All taxpayers

who receive dividends, regardless ofincome level, could be hurt by po-

tential lower dividend payouts.Our economy is stumbling on the road

to recovery. Nearly 1 in 10 Americans cant findwork. If you include those who have given uplooking or have settled for part-time work, thatnumber jumps to nearly 1 in 5.

Things are bad, but if taxes go up they couldget much worse.

Congress must act now to prevent this tax in-crease. By preserving current rates, lawmakers would

boost investor, business, and consumer confidence byremoving growth-killing uncertainty from tax policy.

With more of their earnings available and a better senseof what the future will bring businesses and individu-

als will be able to make the purchases and investmentsthat drive economic growth and create jobs.

If Congress does only one more thing before it ad-journs this year, it must extend the tax relief passed

in 2001 and 2003. By giving the business commu-nity tax certainty, Washington would

be casting a vote of confidencefor the economic prospects ofthe nation.

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EXTEND TAX RELIEF TO

areas and a sense of communi-ty in all of our neighborhoods. Ilook forward to partneringwith the business communityin reaching these goals.

Wilson, cont. from page 1Segala, cont. from page 1

Spering, cont. from page 1

throughout Solano County willprovide better jobs to housingratio for Suisun City residents,thereby, greatly reducing thecommuter mileage. I have thepassion, experience and moti-vation to work with the citizensto make it happen. I would liketo thank members of the busi-ness community for their con-fidence and endorsement.

management of the budget.Currently, Suisun City is oper-ating with reserve funds to bal-ance the budget and could facea fiscal crisis if something isnot done to correct this.

A second priority is to con-tinue to enhance DowntownSuisun City and to help all ofSuisun Citys local businessesbe successful. Don will work tostrengthen the partnership be-tween the chamber and the

city to help businesses in Su-isun City grow, and promote astrong local economy. A strongbusiness environment in Su-isun City means more jobs inSuisun City.

Don is a graduate of ArmijoHigh School and has a MastersDegree in Business fromSouthwest Missouri State. Heand his wife, Linda, and theirdaughters, Payton and Alexa,live in Suisun City.

Refer a member and get

$100off your next membershiprenewal. Contact the Chamber

today for more details!

425-4625

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Flores & Associates Insurance

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Freedom Equity GroupKenny Lostica4731 Mangels Blvd.Fairfield, CA 94534Phone: 707-372-4999Insurance

Solano Winds CommunityConcert BandChris GreenePO Box 722

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and we thank them for their years of support.

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Acme Glass Co., Inc. Since 1973 37

American Cancer Society Since 1995 15

Anderson & Associates Since 1960 50

Chevys Restaurant Since 2000 10

Chipman Relocations Since 2004 6

City of Fairfield Since 1997 13

Credit Bureau Associates Since 1973 37Creegan & DAngelo Engineers Since 1976 34

Cushman & Wakfield Since 2003 7

Daniel F. Lum-Gateway Realty Since 2005 5

Downtown Self Storage Since 2001 9

Edge Engraving Since 1977 33

Fairfield Funeral Home Since 1969 41

Fairfield Inn & Suitesby Marriot Since 2005 5

Fisher Construction Since 2005 5

Gillespies Abbey Carpet Since 1975 35

Impact Since 2004 6

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JSJ Electrical Display Corp. Since 1992 18

La Cabana Restaurant Since 2001 9

LUDYs Main St. BBQ &Catering Since 2004 6

North Bay Truck Center Since 2001 9

Patelco Credit Union Since 1995 15

Reagan, Mike Since 2003 7

SafeQuest Solano Since 2001 9

Solano Glass Co., Inc Since 1966 44

Solano Signs Since 1991 19

Strategic OrganizingSolutions Since 1994 16

Steve HanleyConstruction, Inc. Since 1979 31

Thompsons Corner Saloon Since 2001 9

Town House Inn Since 1969 41

Umpqua Bank Since 1999 11Universal PaintingContractors, Inc. Since 2005 5

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ts a tough time for busi-nesses. Its all over thenews. Everybody seemsto be talking about the

economy. We see it in the con-cerned faces of our local busi-ness owners. We hear it in theirworries about whether theyllbe able to hang on this time.

Yet, there also is opportuni-ty. We see entrepreneurs takingrisks to try new things. Andwhile we have no silver bullet,there are a number of thingswe in Suisun City are workingon to help our local businesses.

Thats what building a sus-tainable local economy is allabout. And thats what SuisunCity is all about.

MICROLOANS: Actual Mon-ey

One of the particularlydaunting issues for small busi-

nesses in todays banking envi-

ronment is securing loans tooperate.

While Suisun City has limit-ed resources, were working

with other local agencies to de-velop two programs that will

help businesses with five em-ployees or less. One is a revolv-

ing loan program and the sec-

ond is a similar vehicle usingCommunity DevelopmentBlock Grant funds. Both pro-grams are in the works.

By leveraging these fundsfrom existing State programs,well be able to help local busi-nesses hire employees, pur-chase equipment and maketheir start during this morethan challenging economictimes.

The coordination and lever-aging of these resources is a lit-tle tricky. But were committedto make this happen, and hopeto announce a program soon.

INNOVATION CENTER: Ac-tual Help

Working with partners, suchas the Solano EDC, SolanoCounty and neighboring cities,Suisun City is supporting thecreation of the Solano Center

for Business Innovation.The Center is designed to

improve employment by help-ing small businesses be moresuccessful, grow revenue andexpand. It will provide infor-mation, education, connec-tions, financing and businessopportunities in a hands-on,one-stop shop.

The Center will help imple-ment financing programs thatcan be very cumbersome andcomplex support beyondwhat a small city like SuisunCity could offer. By working to-gether with other governmentagencies and the private sector,

we can ensure our local busi-nesses have access to these vi-tal services.

CONNECTIONS: MakingSure Were on Track

Sometimes cities are ac-cused of being out of touchwith whats happening in thereal world. While we workhard to avoid that trap, wewant to ensure were in sync

with our businesses.In the next few months we

will be outreaching to all of ourexisting businesses to find outwhats working, whats notworking and what support the

I

Suzanne BragdonSuisun City City Manager



Pulling it together for local businesses

SeeBragdon, Page 11

ecently, I attended theWestern Association ofChamber Executives

Academy program toeducate myself on Chamberbest practices on MembershipDevelopment as well as all thetechnical and financial work-ings of running a Chamber ofCommerce.

Learning this informationfrom current Chamber execu-tives who have been in thebusiness for decades will be in-credibly helpful in my profes-sional development and usefulfor our Chamber members intheir businesses. The reasonwhy it would be useful for yourbusiness is because what Ilearn there; I will take backwith me and apply those skills,programs, and many other re-sources to our chamber thus

bringing more value to yourChamber membership.

While I was there, I attendeda course on Membership De-velopment that talked aboutBranding and Knowing yourAudience.

During the part aboutknowing your audience, thespeaker talked about threetypes of businesses that join

the Chamber and since mydeadline (Nov. 19) is approach-ing for businesses to be includ-

ed in our 2011 Chamber Busi-ness Directory, I felt his discus-sion on that topic would workwell for my article this month.He mentioned that there arebusinesses in our communityand elsewhere in the U.S.A.and beyond that join cham-bers of commerce for differentreasons.

The Have Tos are busi-nesses that have been ap-

proached by a Chamber Boardof Director, Ambassadorand/or Member about mem-bership with us and possiblystate that they will use a Cham-ber member instead of thatbusiness unless they join be-cause they believe in the

R

SeeRidosh, Page 11

Which one are you?The three types of businesses who look at Chamber membership

Tim RidoshMarketing Director


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JOIN THE CHAMBER CALL 425-4625



Johnson, cont. from page 3

News, cont. from page 4

Fairfield,94533;510-654-1488;[email protected];

http://www.solanowinds.org.

Rexam announcesVacaville RecyclersTroop 488 Recycle

Drive 2010

The Rexam Beverage CanFairfield Plant has teamed upwith the Boy Scouts Troop 488

for its Recycle Drive 2010. Ourplant is in a contest with otherRexam locations across theU.S. The plant that collects themost pounds of recycled cansby Nov. 15 will win $7,000 fortheir charity of choice. TheRexam Fairfield Plant has cho-sen the Vacaville Recyclers,Troop 488 because of its strongcommitment to building char-acter and responsibility in our

youth.By donating proceeds from

the contest if the plant wins,Rexam Fairfield plant employ-ees hope to help the BoyScouts continued success inbuilding future leaders ofAmerica. Heres how you, thelocal community, can help:

Throw your empty alu-minum cans into one of themany Rexam Support the

Boys Scout, Troop 488 boxesthroughout the community.Rexam will recycle these cans,with all of the proceeds goingto the Vacaville Recyclers BoysScout, Troop 488.

Recycle your cans at theRecycling Zone at 4989Peabody Road in Fairfield. Re-cycling Zone has generouslyoffered to pay a bonus recy-cling rate to Boy Scout mem-

bers wearing their troop outfitfrom now until Nov. 15.If you have cans at home

that you would like to donate,you can take them to RecyclingZone. Please let them knowthat you are donating to theVacaville Recyclers, Troop488 Recycle Drive so Rexamcan tabulate the donation and

contribute to the plants totalfor the contest.

If you have cans that youwould like to recycle, but donot have a way to get them tothe Recycling Zone, please call437-6645 ext.10 to schedule apick-up.

The aluminum can is themost environmentally-friendlycontainer in the consumerpackaging industry, recycled ata rate more than double anyother beverage package. It is a

model of sustainability. Pleasechoose aluminum cans foryour beverages, recycle, andhelp keep our kids stay on theright path.

Sincerely, Dave Rubick,Plant Manager, Rexam Bever-age Can North America, Fair-field, CA.

Follow posterupdates . . .dont get fined!

Attention all employers . . .the Department of WorkersCompensation will require allemployers with the state topost a new notice regardingthese regulations.

We urge you to make sureyour businesses have the new

regulation changes . . . dont getcaught and have to pay a fine!Contact us and we can offer

you a bundled value package.The package features a revised2010 poster and a 2011 posterwith Poster Protect. PosterProtect is a service offeredthrough the partnership withthe CalChamber.

As always, employers can goto various state agencies and

download and print requirednotices and display them in theworkplace. In this case, anyemployer can go to the DWCwebsite (www.dir.ca.gov/dwc/dir2.htm) and downloadthe new notices and forms thatare required by Oct. 8 and postthem beside their 2010 Em-ployment Poster.

and well deserved to honorGary Falati and his service tothe community over the past40-plus years. Mayor Price didthe dedication, and the Twi-light Rotary Clubs silver bellwas tolled nine times by Garysdaughters to remember thenine years since that fatefulday, followed by a moment ofsilence. Congratulations, Gary,

and to the city and residents ofGoldridge homes for not onlytaking on the expense of thiswonderful park but enhancingthe neighborhood as well. Hav-ing been living in New Yorkduring this event gives me adifferent perspective on a daythat I will never forget. Thanksto all that remembered.

Advertising opportunity

available at Chamber office!Take advantage of exposing your business

to the many people who visit our officeslooking to do business in the Fairfield-Suisunarea. Consider purchasing space today be-fore it sells out. The cost is $150 for a 10 x 14single-sided magnetic sign. Additionally, for

$200 we have a 22 x 14 or 10 x 30 single-sided magnetic sign. This cost is for one year.Design services are available and will bequoted separately. For more information orto purchase your ad space today, please callthe Chamber at 425-4625.


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Bragdon, cont. from page 9

Ridosh, cont. from page 9



NTSBA, cont. from page 3

P.O.W.E.R. of the Chamber. Iknow this might sound threat-ening to some businesses, butour Members are asking withgood intentions because they

know what the Chamber repre-sents and does for their busi-ness, and they want your busi-ness to experience the same.

The Ought Tos are busi-nesses who know they ought tojoin the Chamber but have notwritten the check, have not fol-lowed up with me becauseCorporate is dragging theirfeet, they are really busy withtheir business and customers

and/or attempting to controltheir costs and expenses.The last type is the Want

Tos. These businesses love thechamber, they know and un-derstand what the Chamberrepresents, why they are join-ing (networking, volunteeringon a committee, advocate fortheir business, etc.), and how

they plan to use the Chambers

numerous resources. They

walk in the Chamber with

check in-hand and a big smile

on their face and they are

members with us even beforethey open their doors or have

met with me. These businesses

join committees, get involved

and know the POWER of the

Chamber they belong to.

In conclusion, even though

this article centered on being

or becoming a member of your

local Chamber of Commerce; it

can be applied to any businessout there. Its all about knowing

who your audience is and pre-

cisely thinking about how to

best target them and to get

these customers/clients into

your business and turning

them into lifelong customers

and clients.

public sector could play tostrengthen the success of oursmall businesses. Oftentimes,the simple sharing of informa-tion, strategies and tools along with relationship build-ing can make all the differ-ence in the world.

MARKETING: Bringing inCustomers

For two years, Suisun Cityhas pursued a diversified mar-keting plan designed to estab-lish the City as a destination. Asour waterfront hotel fills up,guests need places to eat, playand explore. In essence, desti-nation marketing drives newcustomers to local businesses.

Our advertising presence inVIA Magazine has been ex-traordinarily successful. Build-ing upon this success, we willbe hosting a reunion of Viet-nam veterans from across thecountry on the first weekend inOctober (which coincides withour annual Waterfront Festivalfeaturing Art, Wine and Choco-

late sponsored by the Business

Improvement District). Ourspecial location on the water-front, near Suisun Valley winer-ies, combined with our centrallocation to Napa, San Francis-co and Sacramento, made usan attractive choice to host thismemorable reunion.

Furthermore, weve discov-ered the unique and excitingopportunities in social media,and were quite good at it. In

fact, Dennis Erokan, presidentof the Placemaking Group, re-cently said, One of my favoritesuccess stories in city socialmedia is Suisun City.

Last month, our marketingmanager was on a panel at theLeague of California Cities An-nual Conference sharing ourstory and discussing the effec-tive use of social media.

You can find us on Facebook

at www.facebook.com/Su-isunCity or follow us on Twitterat www.twitter.com/suisuncity.

experiencing with the homeless in our district.We appreciate the assistance that the Fairfield

Police Department has given to help alleviate thecontinuing influx and presence of the homelessindividuals. We will have more to report to youabout these two projects next month.

Come to our meetingYou know each month we remind everyone

that our North Texas Street Business Associationmeeting is conducted the second Tuesday of eachmonth at 6 p.m. in our office that is located inNorms Hytech, 1658 North Texas St., Fairfield.

We would like to have you come to the meet-ing to give us your suggestions and opinions on

how we can help and improve the business rev-enue in our district. Please, if it is completely im-possible for you to come to our meeting, you maycontact any of the following individuals from ourBoard of Directors:

President, Andy Anderson. . . . . . . . 469-1632Vice President Charlene Bobo . . . . 426-4668Secretary Rekha Patel . . . . . . . . . . . . 426-5657Treasure Brock Nobili . . . . . . . . . . . . 422-4022Director Larry White . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429-2496Director Paula Cummings. . . . . . . . 426-6622Director Belen Carcamo. . . . . . . . . . 422-2277

Director Shikha Malik. . . . . . . . . . . . 435-1731Director Tony Annigoni . . . . . . . . . . 419-4575

Director Ruby Ramirez. . . . . . . . . . . 422-6384You may also call our Executive Director

Catherine Grimard at 421-9085.We would be glad to hear from you, because

we are here to serve you.Halloween SpectacularNow, I would like to tell you about our upcom-

ing Halloween Spectacular, which will be heldon Thursday, Oct. 28 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the TexasRoad House Restaurant, 3333 North Texas St.,Fairfield.

This is going to be a fantastic event for the chil-dren. They will receive meals, goody bags, pump-kins, games, prizes, candy and much more for anadmission fee of only $10. Please stay tuned forfurther information and you may also contactour Executive Director for more information at421-9085.

Once again it is great that the members of theNTSBA are responding and getting involved. It isa grand feeling that they are willing to pitch inand help us move forward. There is strength innumbers and our numbers are growing. Thankyou for you time.

Sincerely,

Andy AndersonPresident, North Texas Street Business Association


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12 I OCTOBER 2010 The VOICE I The official newsletter of the Fairfield-Suisun City Chamber of Commerce

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