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New Whittier Chamber members were welcomed and recognized on stage during the October Wake Up Whittier at Family Church Whittier. For more photos from the monthly networking breakfast

see page 15

Proposition 48Indian Gaming Compacts. Referendum.

Placed on the Ballot by: Petition Signatures CalChamber Position: No Position • RCA Position: No Position

Vote for business on November 4: California Chamber of Commerce releases ballot positions

The California Chamber of Commerce recently released its position on the Propositions slated to be part of the November 4th General Election. While these positions do not necessarily refl ect the positions of the Whittier Chamber, local business owners and community members may note that the California Chamber chooses its positions based on the effect each proposition will have on business. Also included are the positions taken by the Regional Chamber Alliance (RCA), a committee comprised of representatives from the Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, La Mirada, Pico Rivera and Downey Chambers of Commerce. Read on and be informed!

Proposition 1 The Water Quality, Supply and

Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014.

California’s economy depends on a reliable water supply. Proposition 1 secures California’s water future, keeps family farms and businesses productive, and puts Californians to work building the new facilities needed to store, deliver and treat water with a $7.5 billion bond.Placed on the Ballot by: AB 1471 Rendon (D-Lakewood; Chapter 188, Statutes of 2014)CalChamber Position: Support

Reasons for PositionCalifornia is in a severe, multi-year drought and has an aging water infrastructure. Proposition 1 creates a comprehensive state water plan that ensures a reliable water supply for farms and businesses during severe drought, protecting both the economy and the environment. The measure will help protect California’s rivers, lakes and streams from pollution and contamination and provides for the restoration of our fi sh and wildlife resources.

More Information:www.yesonprops1and2.comRCA Position: Support

Proposition 2State Budget. Budget Stabilization Account.

Legislative Constitutional Amendment.

Proposit ion 2 amends the State Constitution to strengthen the requirement for a budget reserve and to pay down budget-related debt. Proposition 2 would increase the size of the state’s “rainy day” reserve from $8 billion to $11 billion, and would require minimum annual contributions into that reserve of $800 million – and even more if capital gains revenues to the treasury are strong. Placed on the Ballot by: ACAX2 1 of 2014 (J. Pérez; D-Los Angeles)CalChamber Position : Support. CalChamber President and CEO Allan Zaremberg signed ballot arguments in support of the measure.

Reasons for PositionPlaced on the ballot with bipartisan support, Proposition 2 forces the state to save money and requires politicians to live within their means and protect against unnecessary tax increases. In good times, money will be placed in a constitutionally protected reserve and used to pay down debt. In bad times, the Rainy Day Fund can be used to protect schools, public safety and other vital services.

More Information:www.CaliforniaRainyDayFund.com RCA Position: Oppose

Proposition 45Healthcare Insurance.

Rate Changes.Initiative Statute.

This measure requires the Insurance Commissioner (the Commissioner) to approve ra tes fo r a l l hea l th insurance coverage before it can be sold to consumers.Placed on the Ballot by:Petition SignaturesCalChamber Position: Oppose.CalChamber President and CEO Allan Zaremberg signed ballot arguments.

Reasons for PositionsProposition 45 would unnecessarily create a new layer of bureaucracy, duplicating work already being done by Covered California and other state agencies, causing costly confusion and adding more red tape to the health care system. The nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office projects the measure could increase state administrative costs tens of millions of dollars per year — costs that ultimately will be paid by consumers.

More Information:www.stophighercosts.orgRCA Position: Oppose

Proposition 46Drug and Alcohol Testing

of Doctors. Medical Negligence Lawsuits.

Initiative Statute.Sponsored by t r ia l lawyers, the measure seeks to increase the cap on noneconomic damages for medical malpractice lawsuits. Proponents sweetened the measure by also proposing new random drug testing requirements on physicians and requi r ing heal th care prov iders to consult an electronic database regarding patient prescriptions before issuing any new prescriptions.Placed on the Ballot by:Petition SignaturesCalChamber Position: Oppose

Reasons for PositionProposition 46 would quadruple the limit on medical malpractice awards in California, which will cost consumers and taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars every year in higher health care costs, and cause many doctors and other medical care professionals to quit their practice or move to other states with lower medical malpractice insurance premiums.

More Information: www.NoOn46.comRCA Position: Oppose

Proposition 47 reduces penalties for certain offenders convicted of nonserious and nonviolent property and drug crimes. The measure also allows certain offenders who previously have been convicted of such crimes to apply for reduced sentences.Placed on the Ballot by:Petition SignaturesCalChamber Position: OpposeReasons for PositionCalChamber is joining the California Police Chiefs Association and the

Whittier Chamber members enjoyed networking over a taco Tuesday style buffet during Tasty Tuesday at Manuel’s Original El Tepeyac Café in August. Find more photos from the lunch

bunch on page 18

Proposition 47Criminal Sentences. Misdemeanor Penalties. Initiative Statute.

California District Attorneys Association in opposition to Proposition 47. California has plenty of laws and programs that allow judges and prosecutors to keep fi rst-time, low-level offenders out of jail if it is appropriate. Proposition 47 would strip judges and prosecutors of that discretion. Removing this discretion is especially dangerous for California businesses because shoplifting, theft, forgery and fraud — where the value of the stolen goods or forged documents is less than $950 — would be misdemeanors.

In addition, Proposition 47 will further burden California’s judicial system, jamming the courts with hearings to provide “Get Out of Prison Free” cards. Companies large and small need to have disputes resolved quickly so they can get back to doing what they do best – creating and selling products and services.More Information:www.ca l i fo rn iapo l i cech ie fs .o rg /proposition-47RCA Position: Oppose

NOVEMBER 2014WHITTIER BUSINESS FOCUS WWW.WHITTIERCHAMBER.COM2

Whittier Chamber Business FocusOffi cial monthly publication of the

Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce

This publication is mailed monthly to all licensed businesses in the city of Whittier, all Whittier Chamber members and 4,500 Whittier residents in selected areas. Papers are also distributed via various community locations such as Whittier Library, Community Center, Senior Center, City Hall, etc. Total monthly readership is 20,000. We welcome comments, press releases and community interest stories. All submissions are due by the 10th of the month prior to publication. The Whittier Chamber reserves the right to approve and edit submitted material. The Business Focus is also an excellent vehicle within which to advertise! For current advertising rates or to submit an article, email Katie Galvin at [email protected] or call (562) 698-9554.

Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce8158 Painter Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602(562) 698-9554 • (562) 693-2700 FAX

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2014-2015BOARD OF DIRECTORS

STAFF

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

DIRECTORS

INDEX

T A X T I P S$

Richard Scrivanich

Year End Tax Planning for 2014Ramsey Ezaki, Ezaki Dentistry

Miguel Granados,Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary

Greg Gunter, Greg’s Auto BodyTed Knoll, First Day

Krista Lesa, The Quad at WhittierElizabeth Martinez, Republic Services

Gary Lee Martinez, The Traveling TravelerGreg Nicodemus, Credit Union Of Southern

CaliforniaLaurie Perschbacher, MAP Property

ManagementTom Rios, Emeritus at Chateau Whittier

Monique Rodriguez, PIH Health

Executive DirectorsCarol Crosby & Lyn Carty

Director of Public RelationsKatie Galvin-Surbatovic

Event & Member Relations CoordinatorNatalie Saenz

ReceptionistJessica Reyes

BookkeeperAmber Bookil-Lawrence

PresidentShannon Gimbel-Hammer,

Shannon G’s Flowers

Immediate Past PresidentBonnie Watje, ACRO Printing, Inc.

President-Elect & VP AdministrationRudy Hernandez, RMH Dance & Productions

VP Community AffairsMelanie Bickley, Whittier Brokers

VP MembershipBen Greer, GM Properties

VP Business InformationChris Hardeman, DialMED Home Care

VP FinanceDavid Krake, Merrill Lynch

VP Special EventsLa Donna Munier, Friendly Hills Bank

VP MarketingCarolyn Reggio, CAPC, Inc.

Shannon Gimbel-Hammer

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

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Do you know the Business Focus Newspaper has an estimated monthly readership of nearly 20,000 people? This includes over 1,000 people checking it out online each month! I know people read the Business Focus for a variety of reasons. Our members rely on it for information about Chamber events and benefi ts; residents appreciate updates regarding community projects and local activities; and everyone benefi ts from the information shared in the expert articles throughout the paper. Only members of the Whittier Chamber are able to advertise or be featured in the Business Focus and I can tell you from personal experience that it is a great source for referrals. I

have several customers who have come into my shop because they read about Shannon G’s Flowers in the Business Focus Newspaper. I love that it is really focused on local news, and it continues to connect the business and residential communities together each month with important updates and feel-good stories.

Another great printed resource for referrals is the Whittier Chamber Business Directory and Community Resource Guide. Again, only members are featured in this publication which is printed and distributed throughout the community to businesses and residents annually. The book is an easy-to-use, go-to resource which includes contact information for Chamber member businesses, information about local City resources and City departments, as well as interesting statistics and facts about our community.

If your business is not a member of the Whittier Chamber, I invite you to learn more about all the benefi ts associated with a membership investment. In my opinion, November is the perfect time to join the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce because businesses that join by December 1st are guaranteed to be

listed for free in the 2015 Whittier Chamber Business Directory and Community Guide, as well as featured for free in the new member section of the December 2014 or January 2015 Business Focus Newspaper! The best thing about both of these benefi ts is that they require very little of your time… all you need to do is provide the Chamber staff with details about your business and they do the rest to get your information out to the community.

Obviously I am a fan of the Whittier Chamber. I wouldn’t dedicate my time and service to the organization if I didn’t believe in what it stands for and what it does to strengthen the entire Whittier community. I can think of dozens of Chamber benefi ts that have helped give my business more exposure over the years… but I, too, was a new member once and the free marketing I received when I joined the Chamber really assisted me in those early stages of branding my fl ower shop in the community. If you are interested in learning more about the benefits associated with a Whittier Chamber membership investment, please call the office at (562) 698-9554 or check us out online at www.whittierchamber.com.

Year-end tax planning is especially challenging this year because Congress has yet to act on a host of tax breaks that expired at the end of 2013. Some of these tax breaks may be retroactively reinstated and extended, but Congress may not decide the fate of these tax breaks until the very end of this year (and, possibly, not until next year). These breaks include, for individuals: the option to deduct state and local sales and use taxes instead of state and local income taxes; the above-the-line-deduction for qualified higher education expenses; tax-free IRA distributions for charitable purposes by those age 70- 1/2 or older; and the exclusion for up-to-$2 million of mortgage debt forgiveness on a principal residence. For businesses, tax breaks that expired at the end of last year and may be retroactively reinstated and extended include: 50% bonus fi rst year depreciation for most new machinery,

equipment and software; the $500,000 annual expensing limitation; the research tax credit; and the 15-year writeoff for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualifi ed restaurant property, and qualifi ed retail improvement property.

Higher-income-earners have unique concerns to address when mapping out year-end plans. They must be wary of the 3.8% surtax on certain unearned income and the additional 0.9% Medicare (hospital insurance, or HI) tax that applies to individuals receiving wages with respect to employment in excess of $200,000 ($250,000 for married couples fi ling jointly and $125,000 for married couples fi ling separately).

The surtax is 3.8% of the lesser of: (1) net investment income (NII), or (2) the excess of modifi ed adjusted gross income (MAGI) over an unindexed threshold amount ($250,000 for joint fi lers or surviving spouses, $125,000 for a married individual fi ling a separate return, and $200,000 in any other case). As year-end nears, a taxpayer’s approach to minimizing or eliminating the 3.8% surtax will depend on his estimated MAGI and net investment income (NII) for the year. Some taxpayers should consider ways to minimize (e.g., through deferral) additional NII for the balance of the year, others should try to see if they can reduce MAGI other than NII, and other individuals will need to consider ways to minimize both NII and other types of MAGI.

The additional Medicare tax may

require year-end actions. Employers must withhold the additional Medicare tax from wages in excess of $200,000 regardless of fi ling status or other income. Self-employed persons must take it into account in fi guring estimated tax. There could be situations where an employee may need to have more withheld toward year end to cover the tax. For example, an individual earns $200,000 from one employer during the first half of the year and a like amount from another employer during the balance of the year. He would owe the additional Medicare tax, but there would be no withholding by either employer for the additional Medicare tax since wages from each employer don’t exceed $200,000. Also, in determining whether they may need to make adjustments to avoid a penalty for underpayment of estimated tax, individuals also should be mindful that the additional Medicare tax may be overwithheld. This could occur, for example, where only one of two married spouses works and reaches the threshold for the employer to withhold, but the couple’s income won’t be high enough to actually cause the tax to be owed.

If you have any questions regarding the above discussed topic or any other tax matter, please feel free to give me a call at (562) 698-9891.

Richard Scrivanich, PartnerFor Harvey & Parmelee LLP

President’s Massage ............. 2

Tax Tips ................................. 2

Mayor’s Message ................... 4

10-4 Tips from the WPD ......... 5

Financial Update .................... 7

Community Celebrations ........ 8

Labor Law Corner .................. 9

Member Marketplace ........... 12

Calendar .............................. 12

Restaurant Row ................... 13

Wake Up Whittier ................. 15

Around Town ...................16-17

Coffee Break ........................ 18

Tasty Tuesday ...................... 18

New Members ..................... 19

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The City of Whittier, Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce and the Whittier Public Library present the

November 2014 Business Seminar:

Space is limited; call the Chamber Offi ce at (562) 698-9554 to RSVP

“How to be a Social Media Rock Star” November 20, 2014Whittier Central Library

7344 Washington Avenue from 8:30 to 10 AM

Rock stars have fans. Fans buy products. Fans promote you. Fans get you more fans. Your social media followers are your fans, and they can propel you to rock star status! Imagine that you have a marketing campaign and thousands of people are excited about it. Become a social media marketing rock star!

What you’ll learn:This presentation will show you the value of using social media to reach your customers, how it can lead to new customers, and how it drives repeat business from your current customers.

Topics:• The most popular social networks • What kinds of content to post on social media • How to plan your content in advance • How to infl uence purchasing decisions • The engagement marketing cycle

Presented by Mark Mikelat, founder and owner of Building Aspirations, a small business marketing company focused on providing high-value solutions to small businesses in the areas of online/digital marketing, email marketing, and social media marketing. Mark, an online marketing expert, speaker, consultant, and author, has successfully consulted with corporations all throughout the world. Some of his clients have included Microsoft, Coach Luxury Brands, Hewlett Packard, the Los Angeles School District and many others. His humorous programs are jam-packed with valuable and practical advice that business leaders can put into action immediately to increase their sales, win more clients, and grow their businesses.

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City Of Whittier UPDATEUPDATE

MAYOR'S MESSAGE

Cathy Warner

The Boulevard is booming with construction and new businesses. Construction is underway right now down the entire length of Whittier Boulevard and many new businesses will be opening soon: • A new market has signed a lease at

the former Alberston’s site located at Whittier Boulevard and Greenleaf Avenue and plans for an exterior remodel should be submitted soon.

• Corner Bakery is opening in December at the former Boston Market store across from the Quad.

• LA Fitness is also opening in December at the former Chrysler/Jeep dealership.

• O’Reilly Auto Parts is expected to open any day now at the former Blockbuster Video store at Strub Avenue.

• Polly’s Pies is working on plans to rebuild, which became much more complex and expensive when the true extent of the structure’s condition was uncovered.

• Dunkin’ Donuts is hoping to open this month at the former Arby’s property.

• Herbie’s is opening a third store in the city. Most of you know of Herbie’s Natural Foods on Whittier Boulevard just west of Painter Avenue but some may not know of their second store, Herbie’s Rock Pile, on Painter just south of Whittier Boulevard, which opened about a year ago and sells jewelry, gems, and rare stones. Herbie’s is now opening a third store, Herbie’s Active, which will sell vitamins, supplements, sports apparel and alkaline water for active lifestyles. Herbie’s Active will be located next to Party City at 14153 Whittier Boulevard.

• Although not on Whittier Boulevard, the new drive-thru Starbucks at the northwest corner of Norwalk and Beverly Boulevards is expected to open before Christmas.The City Council recognizes that

many residents were disappointed to learn that the Ralph’s supermarket at the Quad will be closing this month. City staff will work closely with the Quad to

ensure the new user will acclimate to the “Whittier Way” and be a great business member of the community.

Uptown is also in on the economic development action. Local resident Denise Port i l lo recent ly opened ForkingGood Restaurant at 6744 Greenleaf Avenue, where the former cupcake store was located. Kyle Koestner, owner of the Rusty Monk, recently changed the Fenix 5-4 to the Canoe Café. The food is delicious and the comfy cabin décor is quite pleasant. Jay and Nikomi Arroyo, owners of Phlight Restaurant, are opening a third restaurant, 4 Bricks, now under construction on Greenleaf Avenue just south of the Winchell’s Donuts on Hadley Street and expected to open mid-2015.

Three new residential projects on Whittier Boulevard are anticipated to help increase sales at the new restaurants and retail stores:• Oakmont Senior Living wil l be

completed in the spring on the site of the former Harris Buick, Pontiac, GMC dealership;

• C a t a l i n a L u x u r y A p a r t m e n t s demolished the former Mitsubishi dealership building last month and will begin construction in the spring; and

• Park Place Apartments is expected to begin demolition this month at the former Whittier Toyota used car lot.

The development of the Fred C. Nelles site continues to move forward. Last month the draft environmental impact report was released for public review and comment on the potential environmental impacts. A community meeting was held on October 29 at the Whittier Community Center. If you weren’t able to attend the meeting, there is still opportunity to review and comment on the environmental document through mid-November. Contact Community Development at (562) 567-9320 for locations to view the document.

Public hearings before the Historic Resources Commission, Planning Commission, and City Council are being scheduled and will be posted on the City website at www.cityofwhittier.org. The Nelles site is being developed by Brookfield Homes into a mixed-use project consisting of homes and approximately 200,000 square feet of commercial development which will likely include retail and offi ce uses.

Last month the City Council approved a Community Participation Plan to guide the City in its efforts to create four voting districts for City Council elections. This historic effort is underway following

approval by Whittier voters of Measure W in June, 2014. The City looks forward to the community’s participation in this critical process. Now is your chance to get involved and help guide the City in its efforts to determine the appropriate boundaries for the districts.

Residents may sign up online to receive meeting notifications and information related to the process. The fi rst round of community meetings is as follows: • 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday,

November 15 at Uptown Senior Center

• 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 19 at Palm Park

• 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 20 at Parnell ParkAdditional details for these meetings

and informational materials that highlight the process and background information

are posted online for reference. To receive the latest updates, make sure to provide your contact information at the Voting Districts Formation (VDF) webpage at www.cityofwhittier.org/vdf.

Public input is integral to the process needed to create voting districts for the City. Please share this information with friends and family in the City to help ensure community participation in this historic process. For additional information, contact Kathryn Marshall, City Clerk-Treasurer, at (562) 567-9854 or email [email protected].

Don’t forget to shop Whitt ier fi rst this holiday season! Instead of driving outside of town for your holiday shopping, we encourage you to fi rst visit the specialty boutiques in Uptown, the great variety of shops at the Quad at Whittier and the Whittwood Town Center. You may be surprised by all our local businesses have to offer!

Two City of Whittier employees and three Whittier residents, two of them children, have been honored as “Hometown Heroes” by the American Red Cross, Long Beach-Rio Hondo Chapter.

At a luncheon on Wednesday, September 24, employees Albert Del Real and Isabel Haro, and residents Giovanni Galluzzo, Niccolo Owens, and Michael J. Vargas, were recognized for their heroic actions.

“We are extremely proud of our City staff and residents who have been named ‘Hometown Heroes,’” said Mayor Cathy Warner. “They showed courage and care for people in danger. They truly represent all that Whittier stands for: a caring community that is always ready to come to the aid of those who need it.”

City employees Del Real and Haro were on duty at the Parnell Park Senior and Community Center front offi ce when several people in one of the classrooms rushed in saying someone had collapsed and stopped breathing. While Haro rushed to the classroom, Del Real called 911, relaying the information from the other participants to paramedics on the victim’s condition. With the paramedics on the way, he then joined Haro in the classroom to assist. They got the student on the fl oor and Haro began administering CPR. On the tenth compression, the student regained consciousness.

Giovanni, 8, was with a group of family and friends enjoying his mother’s birthday party. Since it was a warm day he and his friend Jaden, 3, were cooling off atop a raft in a swimming pool. Giovanni suddenly realized Jaden was no longer on the raft. After calling for his friend, Giovanni saw bubbles coming up in the water. Diving into eight feet of water, he found Jaden sitting at the bottom of the pool and pulled him to safety.

Quick action taken by Niccolo, 10, brought his family to safety in a dangerous house fi re. Niccolo was awakened by the smell of smoke fi lling his room. He quickly awakened the other fi ve family members and got his 9-year-old sister and 21-year-old uncle down the stairs and out of the house. He and his father got the other family members, including the family dog, out to safety. Niccolo then instructed his mother to call 911 to summon assistance.

Vargas was visiting a friend at a local hotel when he noticed two women yelling frantically in a foreign language and gesturing toward the hotel pool. When he looked over, he saw a woman’s body. Vargas dove into the pool and found the woman unresponsive. He quickly surfaced and ordered bystanders to call 911. He dove back into the pool and brought the woman to the surface, where he and the manager were able to get her out. When another bystander attempted to perform CPR, Vargas noticed it was not being done correctly, so he took over. After police arrived, Vargas continued to assist, holding the woman’s head sideways so she would not choke and her air passages would remain clear.

All fi ve local heroes were presented with medals from the Red Cross to honor them for their bravery and quick response, which was responsible for saving lives. To learn more about these “Hometown Heroes” contact the Rio Hondo Chapter of the American Red Cross at (562) 945-3944.

Whittier observes Veterans’ Day November 11

Residents are invited to join the Whittier City Council at the 2014 Veterans Day ceremony on Tuesday, November 11 from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Peace Memorial on the City Hall front lawn, 13230 Penn Street.

This annual event honors all who served our country, and community members are invited to come and show them honor. Veterans are also invited to come and be recognized for their service. For more information, contact the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department at (562) 567-9400.

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Steeled in his resolve, Chad followed in Scott’s footsteps and completed the US military’s most diffi cult and grueling training to become a Navy SEAL. One of only 13 from a class of 173 to make it through to graduation, Chad served his country on SEAL Teams One and Seven for fi ve years, completing tours of duty in the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Iraq.

The YMCA Christmas Prayer Breakfast will be held Friday, December 5, 2014, beginning at 7 a.m. at the Radisson Hotel in Whittier, 7320 Greenleaf Avenue. The cost is $20 per person; $160 for table of 8. Unwrapped toys/books for the Salvation Army are also welcomed. Reservations will be accepted starting November 1. Please contact the YMCA of Greater Whittier at (562) 907-2727 for more information or to reserve your seat.

City Of Whittier UPDATEUPDATE

10-4 tips from the

Captain Michael Davis

SCE Phone Scams – Don’t Become a Victim!

Michael Davis is a Captain with the Whittier Police Department and oversees the Department’s Patrol Division. He can be reached at

(562) 567-9253 or via email at [email protected]

In the past several m o n t h s , S o u t h e r n Cal i fornia Edison and local police departments around the area have been wag ing a f i gh t against fraudulent callers posing as utility company employees threatening to disconnect electric service for non-payment or late payments.

Southern California Edison (SCE) has asked local law enforcement to warn residents and business owners to be aware of this telephone scam that demands immediate payment for allegedly past due electricity bills. Imposters have been calling SCE customers telling them they must make immediate payment on past due bills or have their electric service disconnected. The callers are also demanding that payment be made through a prepaid cash card. Other forms of fraud involve customers being asked to purchase prepaid debit cards. Scammers ask for the debit card number and collect the value deposited on the card.

SCE customers have reported about 900 instances of phone scams this year. About 150 residential and commercial customers have been victimized by some form of bill scam with the incidents costing them an average of $1,000 to $2,000. “Scammers know there’s a good opportunity to collect money without going through a lot of hassle,” said Art Chico from SCE Corporate Security. “Customers fear if they don’t pay they could lose their business and they aren’t familiar with SCE procedures.” Customers suspecting a fraudulent call should ask for the caller’s name, department and business phone number. If the caller refuses to provide this information, customers should terminate the call and report the incident immediately to local police or SCE at (800) 655-4555.

Roughly 90% of those targeted by this scam against SCE customers are businesses, and 85% of the victims are Hispanic, Asian and Middle Eastern who own commercial businesses – restaurants, small markets, pizzerias, carwashes and hair salons – who speak English as a second language.

This is all the more reason that SCE customers should stay vigilant about suspicious telephone calls requesting personal information or demanding payments, and learn how to guard

against becoming a victim. T h e b e s t w e a p o n

against scams is education. T h e s e t i p s c a n h e l p SCE customers protect themselves from becoming victims:

• P h o n e n u m b e r s : P h o n e scammers often use “off” phone numbers l ike 888 or different number combinations; SCE uses 800 numbers for any customer contacts.

• Extension numbers: Imposters use extension numbers to make themselves appear more legitimate; SCE does not use extension numbers.

• Threats: SCE does not threaten their customers with service shut-off for two-weeks.

• Reloaded Debit Cards: SCE does not accept Green Dot or Vanilla reload debit cards.

• Weekends/Holidays: SCE does not call customers on weekends or on holidays.

“Southern Ca l i fo rn ia Ed ison does not threaten its customers with disconnection of service,” said Marilyn Denter, Manager of SCE Customer Service. “We’re in the business of keeping l ights on, especial ly for businesses. We’re not here to try and put our customers out of business.”

Customers are urged to call SCE’s Call Center at (800) 655-4555 to report a suspicious call, verify information, and get answers to collection questions. The center is serviced 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Customers should never use call back numbers provided out of the blue to verify their billing information. Instead, call legitimate SCE telephone numbers printed on their utility bill or SCE website.

Most important ly, never g ive out personal information over the telephone. “These imposters are greater fi shers of information,” said Chico. “You never know who they are and imposters will use that information against you.”

Please visit sce.com/safety to access the safety tips section. For additional crime prevention information, please visit whittierpd.org.

Mike Davis is a Captain with the Whittier Police Department. He can be reached at (562) 567-9253 or via email at [email protected]

J o i n t h e Y M C A as we joyfully ring in the Christmas season with breakfast and a morning of fellowship, s c r i p t u r e r e a d i n g , and an inspirational

“message of the season.” This year’s Guest Speaker will be Mr.

Chad Williams, author of the book, SEAL of God. Chad shares his journey through the grueling Naval Ops training and onto the streets of Iraq, where he witnessed the horrors of war up close. Chad shares his own personal experience and the lessons he learned in survival, leadership, and the value of team work.

Days before Chad was to report to military duty in Great Lakes, Illinois, he turned on a television and was greeted with the horrifying images of his mentor, US Navy SEAL Scott Helvenston, being brutally murdered in a premeditated ambush on the roads of Fallujah, Iraq.

YMCA of Greater Whittier to host 35th Annual Christmas Prayer Breakfast

Whittier wins KaBoom park grantCommunity to rebuild Kennedy ParkThe City of Whittier and the Whittier Community Foundation have been selected by

KaBOOM and Nestlé USA to create a new playspace at Kennedy Park, 8530 Painter Avenue on Thursday, December 4. As advocates of play, the KaBOOM organization believes that access to a safe and engaging place to play makes children happier, fi tter, more creative and more socially adept.

“The City and the Community Foundation are to be congratulated for their dedicated efforts to bring the KaBOOM program to Whittier,” said Mayor Cathy Warner. “And we are also excited with the group that is partnering with the City, Foundation and KaBOOM, Nestlé Crunch®.”

Whittier is fortunate to have Nestlé as a partner in this project,” Warner said, noting that Nestlé has been named one of “The World’s Most Admired Food Companies” in Fortune Magazine for 17 consecutive years.

The Kennedy Park rebuild will take place on December 4 with over 150 volunteers from Whittier and Nestle doing all of the work from prepping the grounds to installing the new play equipment. The new play structure was selected after local children were interviewed and asked for a wish list of things they would like their park to have.

“We are so excited to be part of this great effort to rebuild Kennedy Park,” stated Carol Crosby, President of the Whittier Community Foundation. “This project fi ts our mission statement and we are happy to do this and give back to our community.” The Whittier Community Foundation has dedicated over $30,000 to the project and additional funds are being sought to add amenities to the park, such as benches, murals and more.

KaBOOM is a national non-profi t organization dedicated to bringing play back into the lives of children - to embark on a “Cause for Play.” Play has a purpose - to inspire, to motivate, to create and to energize. Every child deserves a great place to play, yet a steady decrease in the quality and quantity of play spaces has contributed to a decline in play throughout the United States. KaBOOM’s mission is to create great playspaces through the participation and leadership of communities.

Over the past 16 years, KaBOOM has helped 2,200 communities build playgrounds for our children.

For more information on the KaBOOM park program the Whittier Community Foundation, or ways that you can help with this project, contact Jeff Lopez of Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department at (562) 567-9400.

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Rebecca were determined to see their children enjoy a full Scouting career. Son Wesley IV earned the Eagle Scout award in 2009 and daughter Victorianne earned the Gold Award in 2013. Alt hough these were proud moments for the Romberger family, the journey was enjoyed as well. Along the way, Wes and Rebecca involved themselves in troop leadership as they created an abundance of family memories in the Scouting program, including a trip to Washington DC and the last Fort AP Hill National Jamboree, co-directing the 2005 Cub Scout day-camp program, funding and opening the FSR Romberger Range, and helping to revitalize the Fix-n-Fun family program at Forrest Lawn Scout Reservation.

Wes was active in Scouting from the moment son Wesley entered Tiger Scouts as a pack leader, troop leader, merit badge counselor, Wood Badge Scoutmaster, Jamboree leader and more. BSA recognized Wes’s commitment to Scouting with the Silver Beaver award in 2008. In addition to her Scouting contributions, Rebecca is also a 20+ year member of Soroptimist International of Whittier, and as Executive Director of the Intercommunity Counseling Center for more than 15 years, she also served on a variety of committees in support of other non-profi ts including First Day, Bridge of Faith and HOW House. As the children grew, she supported their efforts

is a variety of activities all the while leading Girl Scout activities.

Laurie RiosSanta Fe Springs

Mayor Pro Tem Laurie Rios has lived in Santa Fe Springs since 1957, the year in which the City incorporated, and has loved and served the community ever since. She met husband Albert J. Rios in 1949, and together they raised two sons and a daughter, all of whom attended local schools and to this day remain close to the community. Laurie began working for the Little Lake City School District from 1969 through 1995 when she made the decision to retire.

As part of instilling their belief of active citizenship, Laurie and Albert enrolled both of their sons in Cub Scouts at an early age and remained active in Scouting through their early teenage years. Albert was a young Scout himself and he and Laurie often marveled at how much the uniforms had changed since he was a Boy Scout. Laurie was an active den mother and assistant to the den mother for over 10 years, and very involved in camping with the Scouts, parades, all of her children’s projects, the pack meetings, and carnivals. Not only were the two boys in Scouting, but her daughter, was also a member of the Girl Scouts.

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Active vs. Passive Investing: Competing or Complementary Styles?

Active, passive, or somewhere in between? Your best approach may i nc lude a l i t t l e o f bo th .The debate that pits an active versus a passive style of investing has been argued in the investment world for decades.

Up Close: Passive vs. Active Management

Passive management generally refers to the use of index funds -- mutual funds that are structured to mirror the performance of a particular market index.1 For instance, an S&P 500 index fund simply buys all 500 stocks in the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index in exact proportion to each stock’s representation in the index.2 The argument in favor of index, or passive, investing is based largely on the notion of “market efficiency” -- that is, passive investors feel that all information available about a company is refl ected in the company’s current stock price, and it is impossible to predict and profi t on future stock prices. Rather than trying to second-guess the market, passive investors buy the entire

market via index funds.Investors who adhere to an active

management style counter the market is not always effi cient and that through research, active fund managers may be able to uncover information not already refl ected in a security’s price and potentially profi t by it. For instance, active fund managers may exploit market ineffi ciencies by purchasing securities that they believe are undervalued or by selling securities they believe are overvalued. Active managers often use a variety of strategies to construct a portfolio, including quantitative measures such as price-to-earnings ratios and/or attempting to anticipate long-term macroeconomic trends.3

A Mixed Performance PictureA review of the most recent S&P

Indices Versus Active Funds (SPIVA®) U.S. Scorecard -- a well-known tracking resource for active-versus-passive investment performance -- may help add perspective to the issue.For the year ended December 31, 2013, the S&P 500®, S&P MidCap 400®, and S&P SmallCap 600® indices posted record-breaking 32.39%, 33.50%, and 41.31% gains, respectively.4 By comparison, 55.80% of actively managed large-cap funds and 68.09% of actively managed small-cap funds underperformed their above-mentioned benchmarks.4 Only active midcap funds posted better returns than their S&P MidCap 400® benchmark.4 Yet when 2013 performance was broken down according to investment style (e.g., growth versus value), with the exception of small-cap growth funds, actively

managed growth funds in the large-cap, midcap, and multi-cap categories all posted better returns than their respective benchmarks.4

Points to ConsiderInstead of claiming allegiance to

either of these investment styles, why not combine the two approaches to help address multiple investment objectives? For example: • Index funds can help to establish a

known risk level and provide a level of return that closely matches the market’s average.5

• By combining funds that track different types of market indices, or by supplementing index funds with actively managed funds or individual stocks, you can potentially build a portfolio designed to seek returns appropriate for your investment time frame while also helping to moderate overall portfolio risk.6

• Index funds help lower a portfolio’s overall expense ratio. As of December 31, 2013, the average expense ratios of actively managed domestic large-cap, midcap and small-cap funds were 0.80, 0.97, and 1.04, respectively. By comparison, the index versions of these fund categories charged 0.11, 0.18, and 0.19.7

Your fi nancial advisor can help you determine the best mix of investments for your fi nancial objectives.

Source/Disclaimer:1Investing in mutual funds involves risk, including

loss of principal. Mutual funds are offered and sold by prospectus only. You should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, expenses and charges of the investment company before you invest. For more complete information about any

mutual fund, including risks, charges and expenses, please contact your fi nancial professional to obtain a prospectus. The prospectus contains this and other information. Read it carefully before you invest.

2Standard & Poor’s Composite Index of 500 Stocks is an unmanaged index that is generally considered representative of the U.S. stock market. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

3Source: MarketWatch, “Active or passive investing? Try both,” March 14, 2014.

4Source: S&P Dow Jones Indices, “S&P Indices Versus Active Funds (SPIVA®) U.S. Scorecard,” March 20, 2014. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

5Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

6Investing in stocks involves risks, including loss of principal.

7Source: Vanguard, “The case for index-fund investing,” April 2014.

Douglas M. Rowan, CFP®, CMFC, AIF® is an investment adviser representative with over twenty-fi ve years of experience in the fi eld. He designs and coordinates investment portfolios to help clients in seeking to achieve their fi nancial goals and objectives. He is highly knowledgeable in the areas of investments, risk management, retirement and estate planning, and the analysis of escrow, endowment and corporate benefi t plans. He handles the multi-dimensional fi nancial affairs for a select group of families and businesses in Orange County, Los Angeles, and the Valley. (562) 945-7787 or (800) 441-0136.

rowand@fi nancialnetwork.comwww.rowanassetmanagement.comwww.quantumecon.comThe views are those of Douglas M. Rowan,

CFP®, CMFC, AIF® and should not be construed as investment advice. Additional risks are associated with international investing, such as currency fl uctuations, political and economic stability, and differences in accounting standards. All information is believed to be from reliable sources; however, we make no representation as to its completeness or accuracy. All economic and performance information is historical and not indicative of future results. Securities offered through Cetera Advisors Network, member SIPC

November 2014 — This column is produced by the Financial Planning Association, the membership organization for the fi nancial planning community, and is provided by Douglas M. Rowan, CFP®, CMFC, AIF®, a local member of FPA.


COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS

Whittier Council member Joe Vinatieri (left) and Whittier Chamber president Shannon Gimbel (left) congratulated Credit Union of Southern California’s CEO Dave Gunderson and Business Development Manager Michelle Hunter on their 60 years of

service in the community

Whittier Chamber and community supporters gathered alongside staff members and servers during the grand opening celebration at the new Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant at the Whittwood Town Center

Owner Yuki Sato of Kenkou Acupuncture & Wellness cut the ribbon with her friends and family during her 5th anniversary celebration last month


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M A P Property Management can assist you with replacing old appliances, faucets, or toilets and repairing or upgrading your irrigation systems to be more drought-tolerant. We also offer full service property management. Call Laurie for more information at (562) 945-3404.

We are experiencing a severe drought in California and need to use water more effi ciently. There are several things everyone can do to conserve water and stop wasting this precious commodity.

Indoor Tips:Toilets – Toilets are one of the most used indoor fi xtures. High effi ciency toilets can save up to 38 gallons of water per day! This can reduce your water bill and save money.

Faucets – Instead of running water to rinse off dishes, consider using short blasts of water. This easy change can save nearly 5,000 gallons a year.

Dishwashers and Washing Machines – Make sure when you purchase these new appliances that they are Energy Star certifi ed. This will also reduce the number of gallons used for these appliances, resulting in more savings.

Outdoor Tips:Landscaping – The less grass you have, the less water you will use. Grass is considered to be one of the highest water-using plants in landscaping. The City of Whittier has notifi ed all residents to water their yards in a way that does not cause water run-off. In northern California they have already mandated that watering of landscaping can only be twice a week. In the City of La Habra they have mandated odd/even watering days. Its only a matter of time before the entire state is taking this drastic action in order to conserve water. There are also special rebates available if you change your landscaping to drought-tolerant. In addition, use a broom instead of a hose to clean off sidewalks and driveways and always remember to water plants at night or early in the morning to reduce evaporation and increase effectiveness.

Sprinklers – There are sprinklers on the market that have rotating nozzles which control the amount of water distributed onto your landscaping. Many sprinkler nozzles today have lower precipitation rates to decrease the amount of runoff and improve the water distribution. Drip irrigation is a very effective way to water plants to a specifi c location at or near plant roots. This system encourages water effi ciency for all landscaping and also helps to prevent weed growth. Leaks on irrigation systems are often times hard to detect and can go unnoticed for long periods of time. A few key locations to monitor are hose bibs, sprinkler heads, irrigation piping, and valves. There are pressure-regulation sprinklers with high effi ciency nozzles to control the water being sprayed on your landscape and also reduce maintenance to the sprinkler head. Consider upgrading your system to something more conservative and look into more ways you can lessen your water footprint by visiting http://www.centralbasin.org.

L A B O R L AW C O R N E R

I thought an employee’s fi rst commute to work is unpaid, but my employees drive their own vehicles, and deliver tools and equipment to the job site. Is this compensable time, and if so, what law states that I have to pay for this time?

The law is not so specific that it defi nes all situations in such detail. The obligation to compensate an employee depends upon whether the time meets the definition of hours worked found in the Industrial Welfare Commission Orders, Section 2, Defi nitions.

“Hours worked” means the time during which an employee is subject to the control of an employer, and includes all the time the employee is suffered or permitted to work, whether or not required to do so.

Performing Job DutiesThe Division of Labor Standards

Enforcement (DLSE) gives guidance about travel time in its Opinion Letter 2003.04.22, stating in part: “Also, if the travel involved the employee being required to deliver any equipment, goods or materials for the employer, the travel, no matter how extended, would be compensable.”

On the basis of this defi nition, when an employer directs an employee to deliver tools and equipment, the employee is working and the hours are compensable.

On the other hand, if the employee is simply driving to the fi rst place he/she is to report for work without any additional obligations imposed by the employer, that commute time is not compensable.

When an employee is performing a duty for the employer, the fact that it is the employee’s fi rst commute of the day does not negate the obligation to pay for all hours worked.

This means whether the employees are driving their own vehicle or a company vehicle, they are on the clock

Worker commute time should be compensated if duties are performed

when they commence driving to the work location. Keep in mind that if the employees are driving their own vehicle, mileage reimbursement will be required.

Company VehicleThe fact that a company provides

a vehicle for convenience does not necessarily equate to owing for the fi rst commute. The issue of how much control and direction exists is the deciding factor.

One court determined that an employee driving a company vehicle was entitled to compensation because the employer exerted control over the commute and considered the following restrictions:

• He was required to drive a company vehicle;

• He could not use the company vehicle for personal errands;

• He could use the company vehicle only to drive to and from his jobs;

• He could not transport any passengers;

• He had to have his cell phone turned on at all times, but could not use his cell phone while driving, except for company business.

Develop a PolicyDeciding what is and is not hours

worked can be complicated. Develop a policy about travel time payment and make sure your managers/supervisors are aware that asking an employee to deliver equipment to a job site may create a time and mileage obligation for the company.

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November 1Parent Education & Student Leadership Conference @ Whittier College (13406 Philadelphia St.) 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join the Hispanic Outreach Taskforce for an event targeted for parents with children in grades K-12. Free. For more information call (562) 789-0550Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Roundup @ L.A County Sheriff’s Department – STAR Training Center (11515 S. Colima Rd.) 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dispose of household hazardous items such as cell phones, paint thinner, and batteries. Free and open to the community. For more information call (800) 238-0172Holiday Gift Boutique @ First Christian Church (6355 Greenleaf Ave.) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Join Intercommunity Counseling Center for their Holiday Gift Boutique. Free admission. For more information call (562) 698-1272November 2Dia de los Muertos Cultural Festival @ Rose Hills Memorial Park (3888 Workman Mill Rd.) 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Enjoy arts & crafts, live entertainment, and a food court. Free admission. For more information call (562) 696-8196Rio Hondo Symphony Concert @ Vic Lopez Auditorium (12417 E. Philadelphia St.) 3 to 5 p.m. “Musica Latina” A tribute to music from Latin countries from Spain to Mexico featuring Bill Cunliffe and Folklorico dancer, Emilio. Free. For more information call (562) 698-8626November 3Senior Exercise Class @ Beverly Hospital – Tower Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd.) 10 to 11 a.m. Chair aerobics for those ages 50 and older. FREE. For reservations call (800) 618-6664Zumba Class @ Beverly Hospital – Tower Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd.) 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Have fun while exercising! FREE. For more information call Beverly Hospital at (800) 618-6664November 4ELECTION DAY! Contact the City of Whittier for polling locations at (562) 567-9999

Every Monday: Pathways Support Group @ American Red Cross (6701 Friends Ave., Whittier), 7 to 8:30 p.m. FREE. For more information call (562) 698-0304 Every Wednesday: Caregiver Support Group @ Women’s Pavilion & Breast Center (101 E. Beverly Blvd.) 1 to 2:30 p.m. Free. For reservations call (800) 618-6664November 5th through 29th:A 3-D Point of View Art Show @ The Whittier Art Association and Gallery (8035 Painter Ave.) Wednesday through Sunday 1 to 6 p.m. Free. For more information call (562) 698-8710

November 6New Member Orientation @ Whittier Chamber office (8158 Painter Ave.) 9:30 to 11 a.m. FREE and open to all current and prospective members. RSVP to Jessica at (562) 698-9554La Vie En Rose – “Couture for a Cause” @ Friendly Hills Country Club (8500 Villaverde Dr.) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join Whittier Guild Children’s Hospital Los Angeles for a luncheon and fashion show. $65 per person. For more information call (562) 693-4444Healthy Connection Lectures @ Beverly Hospital – Tower Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd.) 2:30 to 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association. FREE. For reservations call (800) 618-6664

November 819th Annual Fall Street Faire @ Uptown Whittier (13000 Philadelphia St.) 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Miss Uptown Whittier competition, raffl es, art, and food vendors. Free admission. For more information call (562) 696-2662History of Native American Basketry @ Whittier Museum (6755 Newlin Ave.) 2 to 3 p.m. Jane Gothold will be speaking. Refreshments will be served. Free admission. For more information call (562) 945-3871“A 3-D Point of View” Reception @ The Whittier Art Association and Gallery (8035 Painter Ave.) 3 to 6 p.m. Free. For more information call (562) 698-8710Neighborhood Toy Store Day @ The Wonder Emporium (2436 W. Whittier Blvd.) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come out and support your local toy store. The Wonder Emporium will be having special activities throughout the day. Free. For more information call Dana at (562) 691-2360

November 10Fundraiser for WAPADH @ Candlewood Country Club (14000 Telegraph Rd.) Check in: 8 a.m. Santa Fe Springs Firefi ghters presents their fi rst annual Charity Golf Tournament. For pricing and more information call (626) 388-8118

November 112014 Veteran’s Day Ceremony @ Peace Memorial (13230 Penn St.) 9 to 10 a.m. Free. For more information call Virginia (562) 567-9400Senior Exercise Class @ Beverly Hospital – Tower Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd.) 10 to 11 a.m. Advanced chair aerobics for those ages 50 and older. FREE. For reservations call (800) 618-6664

November 12Bowling Mixer @ AMF Friendly Hills Lanes (15545 Whittier Blvd.) 5 to 8 p.m. The Whittier Young Professionals Group will be hosting a bowling night and mixer at Buffalo Wild Wings (10033 Whittwood Dr.) to follow. $100 per team;

$30 per person; $40 non-member bowler; $15 mixer only ticket. For more information call Natalie at (562) 698-9554November 13Healthy Connection Lectures @ Beverly Hospital – Tower Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd) 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Advance Directive Class. FREE. For reservations call (800) 618-6664Ribbon Cutting @ Sage Restaurant (6511 Greenleaf Ave.) 12 noon. Celebrate Business 2 Business networking group! Free. Call Natalie at (562) 698-9554November 14Shop for a Cause @ The Wonder Emporium (2436 W. Whittier Blvd.) 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join The Wonder Emporium and From Maddi’s Closet for an open house and shopping night to support From Maddi’s Closet. Free admission. For more information call Dana at (562) 691-2360Community Dance Night @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) 6 to 10 p.m. “Big Band” night. Learn a new dance style from “Dancing with the Whittier Stars,” Rudy and Maria Hernandez. $10; light refreshments and childcare will be provided. For more information call (562) 567-9450November 1528th Annual HBIC Gala and Auction @ Westridge Golf Club (1400 S. La Habra Hills Dr.) 5 to 9 p.m. For more information call (562) 694-5655November 17Zumba Class @ Beverly Hospital – Tower Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd.) 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Have fun while exercising! FREE. For more information call Beverly Hospital at (800) 618-6664

November 18Re-Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting @ Credit Union of Southern California. 12 noon @ La Habra branch (901 E. Whittier Blvd.) and 4 p.m. @ West Whittier branch (11749 Whittier Blvd.) Free. Call Katie at (562) 698-9554November 19Wake Up Whittier @ Candlewood Country Club (14000 Telegraph Rd.) 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Network with local business professionals and enjoy your fi rst meal of the day! FREE for chamber members; $20 for non members. For more information call Natalie at (562) 698-9554November 20FREE Business Seminar @ Whit t ier Public Library – Richard Nixon Room (7344 Washington Ave.) 8:30 to 10 a.m. “How to Become a Social Media Rockstar” Guest speaker: Mark Mikelat. For more information call the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554

Healthy Connection Lectures @ Women’s Pavilion & Breast Center – Conference Room (101 E. Beverly Blvd.) 11 a.m. to 12 noon. Diabetes Wellness Hour: Free. For reservations call (800) 618-66642014 Good Scout Awards Dinner @ Whittier Radisson Hotel (7320 Greenleaf Ave.) 5:30 p.m. Honoring Whittier and Santa Fe Springs community advocates. Tickets are $150. For more information contact Anna Felcyn at (213) 413-4400 ext. 325November 21CDA Cares Dental Clinic @ Pomona Fairplex – Building 4 (1101 W. McKinley Ave.) 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. Opportunity for fi nancially-challenged people to receive dental care. Free. For more information call Ezaki Dentistry at (562) 947-9958November 22CDA Cares Dental Clinic @ Pomona Fairplex – Building 4 (1101 W. McKinley Ave.) 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Opportunity for fi nancially-challenged people to receive dental care. Free. For more information call Ezaki Dentistry at (562) 947-9958Broadoaks Fundraising Auction @ Friendly Hills Country Club (8500 S. Villaverde Dr.) 7 to 11 p.m. This event will include hors d’oeuvres, a no-host bar, and a silent and voice auction. Tickets are $25. For more information call (562) 907-4250November 24Senior Exercise Class @ Beverly Hospital – Tower Basement (309 W. Beverly Blvd.) 10 to 11 a.m. Balance and agility for those ages 50 and older. Free. For reservations call (800) 618-6664November 25Tasty Tuesday Monthly Networking Lunch @ Crepes & Grapes Café (6560 Greenleaf Ave.) 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy business networking and great food! $10 for chamber members; $20 for non-members. For more information call Natalie at (562) 698-9554 November 26Monthly Business Mixer @ Emeritus at Chateau Whittier (13250 E. Philadelphia St.) 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy dinner, business networking, and hear from guest speakers. FREE and open to local business representatives. To RSVP call Tom Rios at (562) 945-3904 November 27-28WHITTIER CHAMBER CLOSEDHAPPY THANKSGIVING! November 28Community Dance Night @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) 6 to 10 p.m. “Turkey Trot” night. Learn a new dance style from “Dancing with the Whittier Stars,” Rudy and Maria Hernandez. $10; light refreshments and childcare will be provided. For more information call (562) 567-9450

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“The New Member Orientation isn’t just for “new” members,” states Whittier Chamber President Shannon Gimbel-Hammer of Shannon G’s Flowers. “Every time I attend the quarterly open house event, I learn something new about the Chamber that my business can utilize. Plus, I get to meet so many new people! It’s defi nitely time well spent for any member

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As members arrive at the Whittier Chamber offi ce, they will visit a series of informative stations intended to help them better understand how to utilize their membership benefi ts, such as special events, the Business Focus newspaper, monthly business seminars, the chamber’s website, and free networking events like Wake Up Whittier, Tasty Tuesday, and after hours mixers. In addition, light refreshments and goodies will be provided in the board room allowing members to mingle and exchange business cards in a fun, casual atmosphere.

All new and prospective Whittier Chamber members are encouraged to drop by anytime during the New Member Orientation & Open House. Please RSVP by calling Jessica Reyes at (562) 698-9554 or by email to [email protected].

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Are you a brand new start-up business? Are you struggling to improve your business? Are you a well-established business looking for help? The Southeast Area Social Services Funding Authority (SASSFA) WorkSource Center has programs specifi cally designed to help local business owners save time and money. They offer paid work experience programs for adults and youth by working with you to fi nd pre-screened qualifi ed candidates for your company. Similarly, they have an on-the-job training program that reimburses you up to half the salary of a new employee during the time you need to train that new employee. For more information, contact Arthur Monreal at (562) 633-9511 extension 239.

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Ezaki Dentistry is pleased to participate in the upcoming CDA Cares Dental Clinic. This free service allows the opportunity for fi nancially challenged people to receive much needed dental care. Whittier area residents are welcomed to attend. The main goal of the clinic is to relieve pain and eliminate infection by providing cleanings, fi llings, extractions, and oral health education. To date, more than 10,000 people have received care from the CDA Foundation and CDA Cares.

The CDA Cares Dental Clinic will take place on Friday, November 21 from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, November 22 from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Pomona Fairplex, Building 4 (1101 W. McKinley Ave. Pomona 91768). CDA Cares will provide dental services at no charge to patients who experience barriers to care. Patients will be seen on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis. The CDA Cares Dental Clinic is in need of volunteers for various stations. Those who are not in the healthcare fi eld are still encouraged to volunteer. If you are interested in receiving care or volunteering at this event, please visit cdafoundation.org/cda-cares/Pomona or call Ezaki Dentistry at (562) 947-9958.

Join The Broadoaks School of Whittier College for their 30th Annual Auction Fundraiser taking place on Saturday, November 22 at the Friendly Hills Country Club in Whittier. This adults-only event will feature silent and voice auctions from 7 to 11 p.m., accompanied by hearty hors d’oeuvres and a no-host bar. The raffl e drawing will be at approximately 9 p.m. and one lucky winner will walk away with a grand prize of $1,000. This is a great opportunity to do your holiday shopping and help Broadoaks at the same time!

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This is the eagerly anticipated 13th annual show featuring award winning sculpture, pottery, assemblage, jewelry, mosaics, and virtually anything that doesn’t lie fl at on the page! There are some exciting artists who are new to the group, plus 20 more of the viewing public’s favorite prize winning artists. There will be a silent auction and every item in the auction is hand crafted. This is an excellent opportunity to obtain some unique and surprisingly inexpensive gifts for the holidays. The show will be running from Wednesday, November 5 to Saturday, November 29. The public is warmly invited to attend the reception on Saturday, November 8 from 3 to 6 p.m. There will be an opportunity to meet the artists at the reception and there is no admission charge.

Also at the Gallery:The Life Drawing Group, which meets

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The Whittier Art Association and Gallery proudly present “A 3D Point of View”

in the area are welcome to attend. The price is $20.00 and a model is provided. The session goes from 7 to 10 pm.

The Gift Shop, featuring textiles, jewelry, cards, prints, paintings, and much more. All are one of a kind treasures by the Gallery’s award winning members. Prices are deliberately kept low to enable the community to purchase fine art work at reasonable prices. Perfect for the holidays!

The Ongoing Book Sale features exciting books on art and related subjects available for the donation you choose to make. Stop by and be amazed.

The WAA is a non profi t organization. Memberships and donations to the Gallery are tax deductable. For further information visit the Whittier Art Association and Gallery at 8035 Painter Avenue Whittier, CA 90602 or call (562) 698-8710. The Gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m.

PIH Health continues to prove its commitment to the community and the patients they serve by earning the prestigious National Research Corporation’s Path to Excellence award for the fi fth consecutive year. PIH Health Hospital - Whittier was recognized at the 20th Annual NRC Picker Patient-Centered Care Symposium held in San Diego this September.

The Path to Excellence award recognizes healthcare organizations for their dedication to improving the patient experience. PIH Health was selected from National Research Corporation’s extensive database of members ranging from small, specialty hospitals to large multi-hospital systems. PIH Health was recognized as a top performer in the category of hospitals with 300-plus beds when patients were asked the question, “How would you rate this hospital?”

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“I’m thankful for the community partners of Whittier and Whittier College. Working collaboratively ensures a team effort to help build our local and global community.”Debra Cruz, Employer Relations Coordinator, Whittier College

“First, I am thankful and grateful that the recent merger between South Western FCU and Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) has been a smooth and positive transition. Second, I am thankful to be a part of such an amazing team which will allow me to gain more experience through new and various aspects of business development. Last but not least, I am thankful to have an awesome family who loves and supports me.”Jennifer Collaso, Assistant Director of Employer Relations, Credit Union of Southern California

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Roxanne Quintero, Financial Executive at Trilogy, provides unbiased, objective guidance for clients in helping them achieve their most important fi nancial goals. Ms. Quintero is fully licensed through FINRA and the state of California to offer a variety of services to accommodate each family or individual’s unique situation. Roxanne’s goal is to make a meaningful difference in the lives of each person she works with. Securities through National Planning Corporation (NPC) Member FINRA and SIPC. Trilogy Financial Services and NPC are separate entities.

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DG Therapy Foundation is an established non-profi t organization founded by Diana Gutierrez, Chair and Physical Therapist. DG Therapy Foundation’s mission is to support the successes of children with developmental disabilities, to strengthen their families, and build embracing communities. They are driven by the core belief that children and adults with developmental disabilities have the right to realize their full potential and live as independently as possible. Their total commitment is to provide exceptional services to ensure all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities.

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Midas Auto Service in Whittier is now under new ownership and new management. Committed to providing excellent service to the community, Midas of Whittier takes pride in providing personalized customer service. They specialize in total car care and total customer satisfaction. Stop in at Midas of Whittier for your automotive needs.

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Team Champion ExterminatorsConnie Rodriguez, Manager3693 San Gabriel River Pkwy.Whittier, CA 90660Phone: (562) 699-0090Email: [email protected]: www.teamchampion.com

Team Champion Exterminators is a national termite company specializing in serving your termite control needs. Their reputation and service in the industry are second to none. With years of experience in the termite industry, they can assist you in inspecting and protecting your property. Trust a company that has your best interest in mind. Contact Team Champion Exterminators for your pest control needs.

Magical PlaygroundSugeyle Tapia, Owner7013 Greenleaf Ave.Whittier, CA 90602Phone: (562) 360-1570Email: [email protected]: www.magicalplayground.com

Magical Playground is a safe and clean socks-only children’s indoor playground for kids of all ages. They provide a special place where children and their parents or caregivers can enjoy a fun atmosphere and host private birthday parties. Their mission is to provide an enjoyable indoor playground for both kids and grown-ups to enjoy and spend time together. Check out magical playground today for a fun family friendly experience.

STC ManagementAmy Li, Offi ce Manager10722 Beverly Blvd. Suite PWhittier, CA 90601Phone: (562) 695-1513Email: [email protected] Website: www.stcmanagement.com

STC Management’s expertise and people-oriented philosophy have proven to be key in successfully connecting members of their community and ultimately promoting the well-being of everyone. With dedication, honesty and knowledge, STC Management is committed to grow jointly and successfully with their clients, their trusted vendors, and their valuable tenants by working diligently and happily. As both real estate experts and members of the community, STC Management strives to educate its clients and give them the best advantage possible in today’s economy.

Buffalo Wild WingsDavid Valdez, General Manager10033 Whittwood Dr.Whittier, CA 90603Phone: (562) 943-2813Email: [email protected] Website: www.buffalowildwings.com

Buffalo Wild Wings opened their fi rst restaurant in 1982. They now have a store in every state in the United States including Whittier, CA. Buffalo Wild Wings is best known for their wings, beer, and sports. With over 16 different wing sauces, a variety of beers on tap, and 30 plus fl at screen TVs, Buffalo Wild Wings is the place to be on game day. Check out the new Whittier location today!

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