October 2011 Vol. 47, No. 10

The Brentwood Voice of Business

Page 1: Hometown Halloween Page 2: Director’s Message; Board of Directors and Staff

Page 3: Ambassadors Corner and Upcoming Chamber Events Page 4: Hometown Halloween

Page 9: Employer news, Brentwood news Page 10: Member Notes Page 11: Community Page 12: General Information

Page 5: New and Renewing Members Page 6: Page 7: Ribbon Cutting, Save the Dates Pages 8:

SANTA CLAUS IS COMING

TO TOWN! NOV 19, 2011

Downtown Brentwood,

that is. Save the date

for the return of the

Annual Holiday Parade

to our beautiful new

Downtown!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

FOR BOTH OF THESE

GREAT EVENTS!

See Page 4 for Hometown

Halloween Booth application

See Page 9 for Holiday Parade

application

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BRENTWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2011 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Joe Trebino, President Delta Pure Water

Shayn Cutino, Past President Anja Wellness

Paul Kelly, President-Elect Home One Mortgage

Dirk Zeigler, Chief Financial Officer Zeigler Insurance Group

Olga Vidriales, V.P. Community Programs, Travis Credit Union

Brent Aasen Equus Group

Amy Alvis Alvis Frantz and Associates

Greg Benner Les Schwab Tires

Kathy Blanton Sutter Delta Medical Center

Jacqueline Hanel John Muir Health

Lori Knudsen California Payroll

Madelynn Krebs Speedee Oil Change & Tuneup

Robin Schiavone

Raley’s

Ken Seamann Discovery Professional Services

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Chamber Staff

Lisa Hurt, Support Services Director

Jilda Fairhurst, Event Coordinator

Pat Trombino, Event Coordinator

Bill Putman, Volunteer

DIRECTOR’S MESSAGEDIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

Hi my name is Robin Schiavone, Store Director for Raley’s on Sand Creek Rd. I have

been with Raley’s 31 years, the last three in Brentwood. I am one of the newest members

to the Board of Directors for the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce. I am excited to be

working in the Community in which I live and I was just as excited when I was asked to

be a part of the team for the Brentwood Chamber. It takes a team for us to be successful,

whether it is in our work place, community service, activities and yes, our home life.

I have been given many opportunities over the years with Raley’s and grateful for all

of them to achieve different successes. Whether it is on a focus group committee, part of

a new leadership program or just running day-to-day operations as a Store Director, there

is always a team working together to support you in achieving success.

For Food, For Family, For You is our way of evolving to fit the lifestyle and needs for

our customers at this economic time. Being locally owned and operated is not enough in

these economic times. We need to evolve to fit the needs of our customers. The ever

evolving grocery industry compels us to keep up with the ever changing times, by

providing our customers with health conscious meals at money saving pricing. In

challenging economic times, as other stores close, we are excelling at our new customer

service programs as well as old ones that are engrained in us from our founder Mr. Raley

since 1935.

* Raley’s Dailies to help out in difficult economic times.

* Highly encourage everyone to sign up at Raley’s.com for our weekly e-coupons and

Friday Freebies.

I am really proud to be a part of the Brentwood Chamber team and the opportunities

that are given to be involved with our community. I hope to be a part of change,

development, growth and success over the next few years as a Director for the Brent-

wood Chamber of Commerce.

As a Business Owner, Manager or Director you can be a part of this team by being a

Brentwood Chamber Member. You will gain networking opportunities, build relation-

ships that open many doors for your business, community and home life. Be a part of

that team in achieving success with our community that we play in, work in and live in.

Visit the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce web site for more information

www.brentwoodchamber.com.

Robin Schiavone

Raley’s Store Director

2400 Sand Creek Rd.

Brentwood, Ca. 94513

Phone (925) 513-9400

For Recipes and Savings visit http://www.raleys.com

Mission Statement: Raley’s makes our customers lives easier and better by delivering a

personalized food shopping experience.

IT TAKES A TEAM

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Chamber Ambassadors

Vicki Sexton, Chair, First Bank

Amy Alvis, Alvis-Frantz and Associates

Kathy Blanton, Sutter Delta Medical Center

Maurice Daroy, Farmers Insurance

Fred Ehler, Terracare Associates

Kerri Fritsch, Monogramming by Fritchy

Sarah Jamar, Paychex

Lori Knudsen, California Payroll

Sam Lamantia, Lamantia Insurance Services

Michele Lane, ReMax/Accord

Kathi Regan, Maxx Worms

Paul Roman, Window Innovations, Inc.

Patti Schneider, The Right Choice

Kurt Tomicich, KRT Services

Joe Trebino, Delta Pure Water, Etc.

Pat Trombino, First Bank

Kimberley Victor, Mary Kay Cosmetics

Olga Vidriales, Travis Credit Union

Lorraine Whitehouse, Synergy Homecare

UPCOMING EVENTS

Chamber Mixers

Thursday, October 20th Balfour Dental

Thursday, November 17th

Discovery Homes

Hometown Halloween Saturday, October 22nd 5-8 p.m. First & Oak Sts.

Ambassador's Corner

The number one question every Realtor hears is “How is the Market?” Number two

is: “Should I buy, sell or wait?” Here are my simplified answers:

The current economy has created financial hardship on many of our neighbors,

families and friends. The market bubble has created a hardship very few of us were

prepared for. While no one has a crystal ball, I believe there is a silver lining.

Property is more affordable than it has been in 40 years.

Mortgage interest rates are at the lowest level in 30 years.

Housing affordability has dipped to pre-housing bubble levels while rents have

stayed the same or increased. Home prices are expected to rise in 2013 due to fewer

distressed sales and impending housing shortage.

Many renters who purchase a home in this market, are getting a mortgage payment

less than their former rent. This is without the additional tax benefit. Investors are

finding with today’s prices they can purchase a home that will immediately have

cash flow.

Banks are being more cautious about “dumping” homes on the market. The number

of distressed sales has slowed.

Buyers are excited to see a regular sale. Many of these “regular sales” have multiple

offers and are selling quickly.

Short sales have become much easier than just a year ago. The short sale process has

become more predictable and faster. No longer do we expect to wait 6 to 9 months

to get an answer from the bank to see if they will consider a buyer’s offer.

If you are looking to buy, I would not wait. If you wait for the perfect opportunity it

will be gone before you know it. If you are considering short selling your home,

give me a call. Don’t wait until the bank is breathing down your neck. If you have

questions about buying or selling a home, please give me a call. I can be reached at

(925) 513 -2331 or michele_lanerealtor@hotmail.com.

Michele Lane

GRI, SRES, CDPE, Realtor

RE/MAX Accord

The Lane Real Estate Team

Your Avenue to Success in Real Estate

DRE 01252457

“How is the Market?

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Mission Statement: The Brentwood

Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary

organization dedicated to the promotion of the

civic and commercial progress of the

community. We will continuously strive to

maintain and foster a healthy business climate

for Chamber members and the entire

community.

NEW MEMBERS The Brentwood Chamber is pleased to

welcome the following new members:

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

Chris Esteban, General Manager

2365 Sand Creek Road

Brentwood, CA 94513

www.bjsrestaurants.com

Edible Arrangements

Steve Durst

3101-D Balfour Road

Brentwood, CA 94513

(925) 516-0111

www.ediblearrangements.com

Events by Georgi

Georgi O’Keefe, Owner

Brentwood, CA 94513

(925) 577-4060

www.eventsbygeorgi.com

LEBEC, Inc.

Robyn Brockman

2013 Elkins Way, Suite C

Brentwood, CA 94513

(925) 634-4177

www.lebecinc.com

Synergy Home Care

Lorraine Whitehouse, Operations Mgr

160 Guthrie Lane, Suite 15

Brentwood, CA 94513

(925) 240-5501

www.synergyhomecare.com

MEMBERSHIP

RENEWALS

Thank you to the following members who

recently renewed their membership. The

Chamber appreciates your continued

support.

The Weathervane Western Wear

Brentwood Bike Co.

California Payroll

Discovery Bay Accounting

New Delta Cinema

Pacific Gas & Electric

Rave Brentwood 14 Theater

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SEPTEMBER MIXER at

Thank you to Amy Alvis, Barbara Frantz

and Rhonda Shelton of Alvis Frantz and

Associates for hosting last month’s mixer at

their office.

Thank you to all who donated raffle prizes

for the evening: The Monthly Grapevine,

Sherri Dickson of Arbonne, The Brentwood

Press, Kimberley Victor of Mary Kay Cos-

metics, and Alvis Frantz and Associates.

Alvis Frantz specialize in Business & Cor-

porate Law and Estates, Trusts & Probate.

They are located at 181 Sand Creek Road,

Suite K, in Brentwood. Visit them on the

web at www.alvisfrantzlaw.com.

Speaking is Barbara Frantz, to

her right is Amy Alvis.

Patti Schneider, master

ticket seller

Happy prize winners!

Karen Spann

Joe Trebino and Mike

Davis

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Chamber Mixers

Interested in hosting a Chamber mixer?

Do you have enough space to accom-

modate 50-75 people? We are now

booking into 2012. Call the Chamber

today at 925-634-3344 to get on the

list.

Mixers are a great

opportunity to show-

case your business

to our membership.

After the red ribbon has been cut, General Manager,

Chris Esteban waves to honking passersby on Sand

Creek Road.

BJ’s celebrated the Grand Opening of it’s newest location

in Brentwood with a Ribbon Cutting on September 23rd.

Pictured with scissors are General Manager, Chris Esteban;

left of Chris is Rick Dobbs of BJ’s, on right is Chamber

President Joe Trebino. Surrounding are the Chamber’s

Ambassadors and Directors.

BJ’s officially opened to the public on Monday, September

26th. They are located at 2365 Sand Creek Road in the

Streets of Brentwood Shopping Center. Be sure to visit

soon!

You’re Invited!

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In Downtown Brentwood for the 29th Annual Holiday Parade.

Saturday, November 19, 2011 Parade Starts at 2:30 p.m.

No Entries after November 16, 2011

HOLIDAY PARADE APPLICATION

Fees: Fees Chamber Member Non -Chamber Members Entry in the parade $25.00 Entry in the Parade: $35.00 Please Note! - Entry Fee includes a group of 25. Additional entry fee will be charged for groups over 25.

Equestrian Group and Single riders fees. Equestrian Group: Chamber Member $25.00 Non Member $35.00. Single Rider Entry Fee is : Chamber Member $25.00 Non Member $35.00 Groups are up to 25. Please provide name of each rider with payment. Each group of twenty will be required to pay a clean-up fee of $50.00. This fee will be refunded if staging area is left clean. You must provide clean-up behind horses on parade route.

Parade Parade will begin at 2:30 p.m. Staging will begin at 1:00 p.m. Parade route will be starting on First Street. Entries will not be accepted after November 16, 2011. Please Note Starting Time and Route of the parade could change at anytime.

JOIN THE

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Remember Our Troops this Holiday Seasons.

HOLIDAY PARADE APPLICATION NOVEMBER 19, 2011

PARADE TO START AT 2:30 P.M.

OFFICIAL HOLIDAY PARADE APPLICATION

NAME OF INDIVIDUAL/BUSINESS ORGANIZATION:_________________________________________________ PERSON IN CHARGE:_________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS:_________________________________________________CITY:_________________________ ZIP:________________ PHONE: ( ) _____________________ CELL: ( ) _____________________ FAX OR EMAIL: ______________________________________________________________________________

NUMBER PARTICIPATING IN ENTRY: _________ DOES ENTRY CONTAIN NOISE OR SOUND? ____________ Total Fees $25.00 Chamber Members $35.00 Non Members Clean-up fee for horse $50.00 refundable if area is left clean. Total amount due:________________

I HAVE READ THE PARADE RULES. In entering this event, I agree to accept the decision of the judges and to abide by all the rules and decisions herein and attached of the parade committee, which reserves the right to refuse any entry. I further agree to release the City Of Brentwood, the Chamber of Commerce and its associates from any and all liability for loss, damage or injury to any person or property from participation in this event.

Date:_____________________ Signature: __________________________________

Important: Briefly describe your entry for reviewing stand announcement (use another sheet of paper if necessary). Please keep it as brief as possible. Please note!

(If a brief description is not provided, the name of the organization, business will only be announced) ______ Initial

MAIL CHECK WITH ENTRY FEE made payable to:

Brentwood Chamber of Commerce, 8440 BRENTWOOD BLVD. SUITE C,

Brentwood, CA 94513

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Notes for Members...

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Phone: 925-634-3344

Fax: 925-634-3731

Email: info@brentwoodchamber.com

www.brentwoodchamber.com

The Brentwood Clarion

Brentwood Chamber of Commerce

8440 Brentwood Blvd., Suite C

City of Brentwood (925) 516-5400

Parks & Recreation (924) 516-5444

Community Development (925) 516-5405

Brentwood Library (925) 516-5405

Police Non Emergency (925) 634-6911

Fire Department (925) 634-3400

Brentwood Aquatic Park (925) 516-5430

Newspapers

Brentwood Press (925) 634-1441

Contra Costa Times (925) 757-2525

Brentwood News (925) 779-7120

Transportation

Tri Delta Transit (925) 754-4040

Hotels

Hampton Inn (925) 513-1289

Holiday Inn Express (800) 345-8082

Medical Services

Sutter Delta Medical Center (925) 779-7200

John Muir Outpatient Center (925) 308-8100

Kaiser Permanente Antioch

Medical Center (925) 813-6000

Theaters

Delta Cinema (925) 240-7370

Rave (925) 809-0030

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

SCORE Counselors, Counselors of Small Business Now at the Brentwood Chamber Office 1

st and 3

rd Monday’s: 1:30 and 2:30

pm----Call (925) 634-3344 for your appoint-ment today.