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PAGE 4 • TEMPLE CITY LIFE • JULY 2009 Temple City Life A publication of the Temple City Chamber of Commerce. Temple City Life is published at 9050 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780. (626) 286-3101 Linda Payne, President, CEO ................... Editor and Publisher Jeanne Murset ................. Membership Executive/News Writer Jerry Jambazian ............................ Web Master / Photographer Philip Pettus ........................................... Publishing Consultant Temple City Life is a monthly publication produced by the Temple City Chamber of Commerce and distributed to homes and businesses in Temple City and vicinity. Articles submitted and printed in the Temple City Life do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Temple City Chamber Commerce or its Board of Directors. Information is published to inform the public and stimulate discussion. Our Mission Statement Inspired by community-minded individuals, the Temple City Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to the high quality of life through the promotion of a strong local economy and active participation of all business. Temple City Chamber of Commerce An organization working to build the community through its businesses and residents Officers and Board of Directors 2008 – 2009 Herbert Chan ........................................ Chairman of the Board GP Wedding and Photography Andrea Olivas ..................................................... Vice Chairman Golden State Properties Kathy Chambers ........................................... Finance Chairman Quality Bookkeeping Service Lynne Burkardt ................................................ Board Secretary Resident Member Oscar Bustamante .............................................. Board Member Shin Dance Academy/Temple City Dance & Music Theresa Chessir .................................................. Board Member Sonshine House Preschool Jerry Jambazian ................................................. Board Member Webmaster, Photographer Wonder Cleaners & Drapery Nick Pons ............................................................ Board Member Wells Fargo Bank Darlene Reynosa................................................. Board Member Athens Services Matt Smith .......................................................... Board Member Resident Manny Valenzuela .............................................. Board Member Friends of the Library (nonprofit organization) Brian Venerable, DC........................................... Board Member Venerable Chiropractic Clinic Bruce Wataru ...................................................... Board Member Fanny’s Flowers John Zubrick ....................................................... Board Member High Twelve Club Ex-Officio Members Tom Chavez .............................................. City Council Liaison Dr. Chelsea Kang-Smith .................................... TCUSD Liaison Staff Linda Payne ........................................................ President/CEO Jeanne Murset ........................................ Membership Executive e-mail to: info@templecitychamber.org City addresses thoughtful agenda Continued from Page 1 current city council and staff. However, morale at City Hall remains upbeat. The staff is working hard to make sure citizens enjoy events and services previously provided, as well as new ones. With three new council members, the current council is committed to moving in a positive direction and to revitalize the city into one our citizens can be proud of. 2. Redevelopment. City Council voted to retain Avant Garde to assist with redevelopment and business retention. Robert Paz has been working with staff and council members to create a plan to not only increase our sales tax base, but also to address the needs of current city businesses. A committee, comprised of local business members, service groups and citizens has begun to form to assist Avant Garde with its recommendations. 3. Transparency in City Government. To ensure that citizens have the opportunity to view how their local government works, all City Council meetings will now be broadcast on local cable. The broadcast will also be available on the Web in the very near future as well, together with other city meetings throughout the year. The overall atmosphere of the meetings has changed. Most in attendance have stated that the current City Council is more receptive to comments by those in attendance and they feel comfortable speaking at the meetings. 4. Joint Use Agreements. City Council has approved joint-use agreements with El Monte Unified School District and Temple City School District for the continued use of school facilities for city-sponsored programs. 5. Balanced Budget. A balanced budget was recently passed without requiring the city to invade its reserves, while maintaining its quality services to our citizens. Interim city manager Cathy Burroughs, Financial Services Manager, Monica Molina and city staff worked very hard to meet city goals. 6. City Commissions. The Council has been busy filling vacancies on both the planning and the parks and recreation commissions after receiving numerous applicants from many quali- Continued from Page 1 Award from the PTA for her outstanding service to youth in the community. She is very proud to have achieved her goal of changing Temple City High School PTA into a PTSA, Parent-Teacher-StudentAssociation. This is the first year for TCHS PTSA and Janet is pleased to have 380 student members and several student board members on the PTSA Board. This year, she is Sponsorship Chairman for Ramrodders, the football booster group at Temple City High School. She is also one of the “devoted” team moms for the Rams Varsity football team. Keeping the traditions of the Rams alive, Janet plans and prepares for the pre-meal served before each football game. Janet is one of the founding members of the Temple City Schools Foundation. She serves on the Board of Directors as the PTA representative and has served as Vice President and Secretary in the past. Janet chaired a committee to raise funds to help pay for medical expenses for a high school senior and long-time family friend who was diagnosed with cancer. Congressman Adam Schiff was one of the honored guests who at- tended this overwhelmingly successful fundraiser. During Woman’s History month in March, 2007, Janet received the “Woman of the Year” award for Temple City from Congressman Schiff for her contributions made to the 29th Congressional District. When her two oldest sons were seniors at Temple City High School, she enthusiastically planned the game booths that were part of the Grad Nite celebration, a safe, all-night party held on campus for the graduates following the Graduation ceremony. This year she is busily planning the game booths for the Santa Monica Pier Area of Grad Nite 2009: I Love L.A. She plans to continue this tradition next year when her youngest son, Collin, is a senior. Janet has been an active supporter of the performing arts in Temple City at both Oak Avenue Intermediate School and Temple City High School. She served on the Temple City High School Band Rose Parade committee during 2003, helping raise over $100,000 to support the Pride of Temple City’s debut in the Rose Parade on January 1, 2004. Janet has thoroughly enjoyed being a stay-at-home mom and being involved throughout the community. www.templecitychamber.org fied citizens. Council has also initiated discussions on creating two advisory groups comprised of our youth and senior citizens. 7. Non-Smoking Ban. City Council recently approved a nonsmoking ban in all city parks, recognizing the health benefits of such a ban. 8. City Manager Position. Longtime city manager and city attorney, Charles Martin, has retired and Cathy Burroughs, current Parks and Recreation Director, has been installed as interim city manager. The process for hiring a permanent city manager has intensified and the goal is to have someone in place by the end of summer. Eric Vail has been retained as interim city attorney until a permanent city attorney is selected. Cynthia Sternquist fills vacancy on City Council Cynthia Sternquist is the newest member of the Temple City Council, after she was elected by the remaining members of the council following the resignation of Dave Capra, June 2. Capra resigned after pleading guilty to violating state elections law Photo by Jerry Jambazian Cynthia Sternquist takes oath. by accepting an unreported campaign donation in 2007. Ms. Sternquist was selected on June 11 at special meeting of the Temple City Council. TCUSD honors Janet Smith with Golden Apple Award She delights in attending the boys’ activities and cheering them on. Collin remains actively involved at TCHS in band, football, wrestling, and track and field. Kyle graduated from California State University Fullerton in May, 2008 and after student teaching in music in Temple City and Arcadia, received his teaching credential in May, 2009. She has enjoyed watching Kyle play lacrosse the past 3 years at CSUF. Any chance she gets, she and Matt like to go up North to visit Cary at the University of California at Berkeley where he is a sophomore and a sousaphone player in the band. She knows she’ll have many more opportunities to volunteer as Collin finishes high school. In her free time, she enjoys baking, photography and being creative. She works part time at a stationery store in San Marino. Janet’s husband, Matt, is serving in his eleventh year as a member of the TCUSD Board of Education. He is a Technical Sales Manager for AT&T. The Temple City Unified School District and the community are better places to learn and live thanks to Janet Smith, a dedicated volunteer and enthusiastic advocate for education.

www.templecitychamber.org e-mail to: info@templecitychamber.org TEMPLE CITY LIFE • JULY 2009 • PAGE 5 City focusing on growing tax receipts by attracting business By Linda Payne CEO, Temple City Chamber The Chamber’s new fiscal year begins July 1. We have a new contract with the City and the focus will be on business attraction and retention. Our Planning Day and Board Retreat is set for Sunday, July 12, at the Chamber office. The new board of 13 will decide on new programs and policies. Another month has passed and the City is moving forward with several plans. Within 30 days, a few more projects should be unveiled. Cloverleaf, a new bakery and coffee house is near completion at Cloverly Street and Las Tunas Drive. Another new business, Cafe Roule, hung its banner earlier this week on Las Tunas. A new herbal store recently opened at 9552 Las Tunas Dr. Along with those three businesses, it looks like a jewelry store at 9087 Las Tunas Dr. will Linda Payne be opening soon. All these businesses are sales tax producers, so we’re headed in the right direction. Several years ago, I read a quote that has stuck with me ever since. A man named E.H. Colliau, a South Pasadena auto dealer was reflecting on Look for the Good — And Praise It Residents rave about local businesses Chinese Acupuncture Medical Clinic Dr. ANNA C. YAN, L.Ac., Ph.D. Over 30 Years Experience Neck / Shoulder Pain Backache / Sciatica Arm / Leg Pain / Numbness Arthritis / Rheumatism Bell’s Palsy / TMJ Stroke Rehab. Neuralgia Disposable Needles Bio Electro Therapy Acupressure / Herbs Insomnia / Headache Depression / Fatigue Weight Control Sinus / Allergies Skin Problems Menopause / PMS Stop Smoking Auto Injuries Workers’ Compensation 626 292 6778 the dramatic changes that were occurring in the San Gabriel Valley after World War II. Colliau said, “We do not have a choice between maintaining the status quo or going forward. If we don’t go forward, we will automatically go backward, because everything around us is going forward.” The same holds true for Temple City. Chambers’ Annual Installation and Awards Banquet The Temple City Chamber of Commerce has set the date of Friday, Aug. 28 for the Annual Installation and Awards Banquet. The setting will be at St. Luke Catholic Church in the Parish Hall. Future announcement and details will be announced in the August edition of Temple City Life as well as members receiving personal invitations. For further information contact the Chamber at (626) 286-3101. Health Seminar slated for July 14 The Temple City Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the fifth in a series of Health Seminars, slated for Tuesday, July 14, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Each seminar will be held on the second Tuesday of each month. Check Temple City Life each month to see the schedule. Enet There comes a time in the life of everyone who works or plays with a computer that the computer gremlin gets into your computer and renders it useless. Such was the case with me a number of weeks ago. Having dealt with Enet previously, I went to them not only because I had dealt before, but they are also a business in Temple City and a member of the Temple City Chamber of Commerce. Similar to my previous experience, Enet staff is very professional in dealing with me, and they fixed my computer in rea- China tour announced The Chamber of Commerce has successfully organized 4 previous trips to China and is proud to announce a fifth trip is now being put together. This tour includes both ancient and modern sights while enjoying the unforgettable experience of the Orient. Nine days, seven nights for just $1,699, (double occupancy) includes 5-Star accommodations, roundtrip airfare, deluxe tour bus, a knowledgeable English speaking guide, and three full meals every day. A non-refundable registration fee of $200 is due at the time of registration. Balance due before Sept. 1. Contact the Chamber for information (626) -286-3101 sonable time and price. I highly recommend Enet for servicing your computer. Whenever it needs some of that “tender loving care,” take it to Enet as I did and become a satisfied customer. Enet is located at 9659 Las Tunas, and can be reached at (626) 537-4111. By John Zubrick, resident The Speaker for July will be Tom Low, Farmers insurance agent. His topic will be “Health Insurance Today.” Seminars will take place in the Community Room of City Hall at 9701 Las Tunas. Please call the Chamber to make a reservation (626) 286-3101. Realm Electric Electrician Fred Woods of Realm Electric did some work for one of the properties we manage. He was excellent. He was on time and very professional. Cecelia and George Rudar Temple City residents 9414 LAS TUNAS DR. TEMPLE CITY Dr. Anna C. Yan Most Insurance Accepted GeorgesVacuums.com Charlie Mavaro George’s Vacuums Vacuum Cleaners New • Guaranteed Complete Vacuum Repair 5952 Temple City Blvd. Temple City, Ca 91780 (626) 287-1159 • (626) 444-4312 Coe’s Coiffures North Hair service for the entire family 5820 Temple City Blvd. (626) 286-5931 Temple City Animal Hospital FULL-SERVICE FAMILY VETERINARIANS We know that your pet is an important member of your family. QUALITY MEDICAL CARE INTERNAL MEDICINE & SURGERY GROOMING AND BOARDING Ramin Saberzadeh, DVM Andrea Hitch, DVM *AAHA Certified Owners Judy Garcia and Joyce Coe have been in business more than 35 years at the same location. They invite you to visit their newly-decorated salon for top quality hair care. Phone them for an appointment or walk in. Open daily at 8 a.m. Phone for an appointment but walk-ins welcome Dogs • Cats Small Animals Pocket Pets Temple City Animal Hospital 5406 Rosemead Blvd. (South of Broadway) (626) 287-1173 OPEN MON. - FRI. 8 A.M. 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