Volume 28, Number 8 August 2008

It is the mission of the Irwindale Chamber of Commerce to BUILD solid relationships and provide quality services which SUPPORT chamber members and businesses, in order to PROMOTE the economic vitality of our community.

Inside this issue:Calendar 3Member News 4-9Green Pages 10-11Legislative Updates 12-13Irwindale Rocks! 14-16Pillars of Irwindale 17Labor Law 18Chamber/City Information 19Phone: (626) 960-6606Fax: (626) 960-3868

www.irwindalechamber.org

Alexandria Hernandez named Irwindale’s 2008 Young Citizen of the Year!

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Seizing a Golden Opportunity for Valley

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If you commute in Los Angeles County, you spend too much time behind the wheel - 72 hours a year too much to be exact. Los Angeles is the most congested region in the nation, and this costs an average commuter $1374 a year more than others spend for time and gasoline. In fact, the average Southern Californian consumes 57 extra gallons of gas a year stuck in traffi c, and with a gallon of gas approaching $5, this is a crushing burden for many families.With millions of frustrated commuters stuck on our freeways, Los Angeles also has the distinction of having the worst year-round pollution in the country. It is an economic and health imperative that we reduce congestion on our freeways, cut traffi c and commute times, and decrease smog - and investing in mass transit is a big part of the answer. There is no question that the Gold Line Foothill Extension, which will extend the Gold Line from Pasadena to Azusa and beyond to Ontario Airport, will be a part of our future - but that future should be now. It will not only give people a clean, comfortable and cost-effective way to get to work or school,

By: Adam B. Schiff, D-Pasadena, represents the 29th Congressional District.

Congratulations to three of Irwindale’s outstanding teenagers: Alexandria Hernandez, Hannah Fraijo and Angelica Torres. Each was honored in the Irwindale Chamber’s annual Young Citizen of the Year competition, which was held at the Irwindale Senior Center on July 8, 2008. Presenting sponsor for this event was Vineyard Bank. Speech sponsors were 1st Centennial Bank, City of Hope, Foothill Transit and United Rock Products and the dinner sponsor was Picasso’s Café, Bakery & Catering.First place winner, Alexandria Hernandez, was awarded a $1000.00 cash prize and $1000.00 savings bond from presenting sponsor Vineyard Bank. Second place winner, Hannah Fraijo, received a $300.00 cash prize while third place winner, Angelica Torres, received

$200.00. All three contestants received Certifi cates of Recognition from Congresswoman Hilda Solis, Assemblyman Ed Hernandez, and Senator Gloria Romero.

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Calendar of EventsAugust 2008“The summer night is like a perfection of thought.”- Wallace Stevens-5 Ambassador Meeting 8:00 a.m. Chamber Offi ce6 Environmental Committee Noon Chamber Offi ce7 Business Development Committee 8:00 a.m. Chamber Offi ce12 Irwindale Educational Foundation 7:30 a.m. Chamber Offi ce12 CEO Roundtable 7:30 a.m. TBA14 Let’s Do Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Edison CTAC Presenting Sponsor: Picasso’s Cafe Bakery & Catering20 Business Solutions 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Irwindale Preventing Sexual Harassment Community Center25 Board of Directors Meeting 3:00 p.m. Chamber Offi ce28 Good Morning Irwindale 7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Picasso’s Cafe Presenting Sponsor: Foothill Transit

September 2008The strongest bond of human sympathy outside the family relation should be one uniting working people of all nations and tongues and kindreds. -Abraham Lincoln-1 Labor Day CHAMBER CLOSED2 Ambassador Meeting 8:00 a.m. Chamber Offi ce3 Environmental Committee Noon Chamber Offi ce4 Business Development Committee 8:00 a.m. Chamber Offi ce9 Irwindale Educational Foundation 7:30 a.m. Chamber Offi ce9 CEO Roundtable 7:30 a.m. TBA11 Let’s Do Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Edison CTAC22 Board of Directors Meeting 3:00 p.m. Chamber Offi ce25 GMI/Mini Expo 7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Picasso’s Cafe Presenting Sponsor: Picasso’s Cafe Bakery & Catering30 Fall Forum-Waste Not, Want Not 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. City of Hope Presenting Sponsor: Veolia ES Technical Solutions

October 2008Every ship that comes to America got its chart from Columbus. -Ralph Waldo Emerson-1 Environmental Committee Noon Chamber Offi ce2 Business Development Committee 8:00 a.m. Chamber Offi ce7 Ambassador Meeting 8:00 a.m. Chamber Offi ce9 Let’s Do Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Edison CTAC Presenting Sponsor: Picasso’s Cafe Bakery & Catering14 Irwindale Educational Foundation 7:30 a.m. Chamber Offi ce14 CEO Roundtable 7:30 a.m. TBA23 Milestone Breakfast 7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Edison CTAC Presenting Sponsor: Picasso’s Cafe Bakery & Catering

27 Board of Directors Meeting 3:00 p.m. Chamber Offi ce

For details, future events or to RSVP please visit our online calendar at www.irwindalechamber.org

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Kim TravantyAssistant Vice President, Customer Service Manager

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Verizon Wireless Retailer is the name and the DBA is Wireless Edge. We are located at 432 S. Myrtle Ave. Monrovia, CA, 91016. We have been in business since 1999. We handle major business accounts and also consumer accounts in 4 counties. We do phone upgrades, new activations and sell all kinds of accessories

for any cell phone. Every customer gets a free accessory at the time of activation. Here are some of our satisfi ed customers. Miller Brewing Company, Worley ParsonsLos Angeles World Airports, Ontario Airport, Van Nuys Airport, Palmdale Airport, Certi-Fresh Foods (seafood supplier for Benihana, Shogun, PF Changs, Red Lobster, Macaroni Grill etc.), Homeland Security Department of Water & Power Los Angeles, City of Monrovia Fire Department, Monrovia Police Department and the list goes on.We also do employee day events where we give away prizes and sign up employees on site. The best service we offer that retail stores do not is, we deliver the phones to your offi ce or home to make it easier for the customer.

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Jon Cline, Hip3 Marketing with Vee Clark, SCE Federal Credit Union.

(L-R) Roxanne and Val Villar, Verizon Wireless with Marissa Buckisch, Picasso’s Cafe Bakery & Catering.

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United California Discount Corporation is a factoring company that was incorporated in California in 1975. The service we provide to our clients is we buy current accounts receivable as they are created. This allows growing companies that are strapped for cash to continue issuing 30 day credit terms to their customers but by selling the invoices to us as they are created, their cash fl ow is the

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Oakmont Executive Transportation specializes in corporate and executive ground transportation and has been in business for over fi fteen years. Clients from large corporations to small families use Oakmont for airport transportation, to and from meetings, and/or to and from special events on the weekends. Oakmont is known for our reliable service. Our “attention to detail”

gives our clients confi dence that their transportation needs will always be met. Our professionally trained chauffeurs, new model Cadillac fl eet, fl ight tracking, and GPS systems provide a level of unmatched service. Further, you will always reach a live, friendly voice over the phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We service all of the 5 major airports in the area as well as all local private airports. To take the stress out of traveling or to just relax and get out for a night out on the town, call us and experience our wonderful, personable service!

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Vee Clark, SCE Federal Credit Union and Mike Roman, United California Discount.

(L-R)Vee Clark, SCE Federal Credit Union with Sue Lynch, Oakmont Limousine.

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Grand Opening, Open House & Ribbon Cutting!

Pictured is Healthpointe Medical Group’s Dr. Roland Lopez cutting the ribbon to their newly remodeled facility on June 19, 2008 as Dr. Silva, Irwindale Mayor Burrola, and several Chamber members look on. Healthpointe Medical Group is located at 5345 Irwindale Avenue in the City of Irwindale.

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Pictured is Irwindale Mayor Burrola with Tom and Linda Fowler (owners of Food Makers Bakery Equipment) and their employees, friends and family members on July 14, 2008. Visit FMEbakery.com or call (626)358-1343 for product information and services.

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Irwindale Chamber welcomes two new members with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony as they celebrate their Grand Opening with an Open House.

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This year’s essay question was “Failure can often teach more than success can. Discuss how failure has taught you a valuable lesson?” Each contestant presented their essay as well as their most recent school report card and was required to attend three pre-competition meetings to be eligible to participate in the competition.April Kelcy of Earthquake SOLUTIONS and Irwindale Toastmasters Club coached the contestants on presentation skills and self-confi dence to prepare them for the oral presentation of their written essays. The contestants who are between 15 and 18 years old also had to participate in an oral interview and answer impromptu questions before a judging panel and an audience of family, friends and community leaders.Special thanks to the following: Lisa Bailey for acting as emcee for this event, Judges Bill Schroeder, 1st Centennial Bank; Kristen Pugh, City of Hope; and Linda Apodaca, Foothill Transit, Pepsi Cola for the beverages and The Produce Place for the fruit platter, and to committee members Eloise Beltran, and Priscilla Zepeda for their time and effort in preparing for this event.

(L-R) Hannah Fraijo, Angelica Torres and Alexandria Hernandez.

(L-R) Kim Travanty, Vineyard Bank; Alexandria Hernandez, 2008 Young Citizen, and Lisa Bailey, Irwindale Chamber.

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Here are some facts about back pain. 31 million Americans experience low-back pain at any given time.One-half of all working Americans admit to having back pain symptoms each year.Back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work.Back pain is the second most common reason for visits to the doctor’s offi ce,It is estimated that as many as 80% of the population will experience a back problem at some time in our lives.

Symptoms associated with back pain:Usually the following symptoms accompany back pain, although not always. If you experience any of the following seek treatment immediately.

Sciatica or pain down the back of the leg.Leg pain.Calf crampsWeakness or heaviness in the leg(s)Numbness and /or tinglingSharp back pain, especially when worse at nightNight sweats Insomnia due to painLimited range of motionDiffi culty urinating or incontinenceBack pain when sneezing or coughingPain that interferes with active daily living

What Causes Back Pain?The back is a complicated structure of bones, joints, ligaments and muscles, nerves and blood vessels. You can sprain ligaments, strain muscles, rupture disks, and irritate joints, all of which can lead to back pain. Sports injuries or auto accidents can also cause back pain. Sometimes a simple move, such as bending and picking up a paper clip from the fl oor, can have very painful results. In addition, arthritis, poor posture, prolonged sitting or standing, being overweight and psychological stress can cause back pain. Back pain can also directly result from disease of the internal organs, such as kidney stones, kidney infections, blood clots, bone loss or other pathology.

Tips to Prevent Back PainMaintain a healthy diet and weight.Remain active.Avoid prolonged inactivity or bed rest.Warm up then stretch before exercising.Stretch after your activity.Maintain proper posture.Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes.

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Sleep on a mattress of medium fi rmness to minimize any curve in your spine. Make sure to turn your mattress over every six months. Lift objects with your legs, keep the object close and in front of your bodyDo not twist when lifting.Quit smoking. Smoking impairs blood fl ow, resulting in oxygen and nutrient deprivation to spinal tissues.Work with your doctor of chiropractic to ensure that your computer workstation is ergonomically correct.Strengthening the core musculature will help support the back, preventing further injury.Screening and diagnosis

If there is reason to suspect that you have a tumor, fracture, infection or other specifi c condition that may be causing your back pain, your doctor may order one or more tests:

X-ray. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computerized tomography (CT) scans. Bone scan. Nerve studies (electromyography, or EMG).

There are many ways to prevent back pain. However, if you experience back pain it is not to be taken lightly. Pain is our body’s way of alerting us that something is wrong. Procrastinating treatment will cause future injuries and delay and complication in healing.Listen to your body and take care of it. It’s the only one you have.Health is the most important thing in our lives.You can reach Dr. Maggie at Duartefamilychiropractic@yahoo.com

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it will also reduce congestion for those who still must drive each day. At a time of record jumps in the unemployment rate, the extension will also create jobs for thousands of people in our community and provide a much needed boost to our local economy. And, as we have seen in the fi rst phase of the Gold Line, the project will create millions of dollars in business and real estate development along the rail line.On June 26, 2008, the MTA board was scheduled to vote on the county’s 10 year transportation plan that outlines how the MTA plans to reduce traffi c congestion. If commuters in our region are to benefi t at all, the Gold Line Foothill Extension from Pasadena to Montclair must be funded in the MTA’s long term plan. However, the MTA board pushed back the vote on the long range plan until November 2008, further delaying progress on this important project. There has been much debate about the merits of the Gold Line versus the Expo Extension, but the Los Angeles region desperately needs both these projects. And while some may claim that these two extensions are in competition for local and federal funds, they need not be, and we must not create a destructive zero-sum game by playing one line’s advocates off against another’s. The Gold Line is the only project in Southern California that is ready to begin construction now and is already eligible for federal funding. Expo Phase II is an important and valuable transit project, but it is still a few years away from such eligibility and construction. If funding is provided today, the Gold Line can begin operation in 2012. According to MTA’s estimates, EXPO Phase Two will not begin service until 2016. We should not delay construction of the Gold Line, when we can have the opportunity and the resources to build both. The MTA long range plan does not currently have a strategy to access much-needed federal funds for several years. If the board does not provide a local match, we leave hundreds of millions of federal dollars on the table that will be directed elsewhere in the state or country. And, if the Gold Line funding is approved now, construction will be well under way when Expo is ready to begin breaking ground, allowing the entire Los Angeles Congressional delegation to focus on securing federal funds for the Expo Line. Some on the MTA have also argued that a half cent sales tax can provide the local match for the Gold Line extension and that we should wait to see if this tax increase passes before including the extension in the long range plan. While I share the hope that this measure will be placed on the ballot, the legislation still must pass out of the California State Senate and later garner a 2/3 vote of the public. Since the MTA already has the necessary funds at its disposal for the Gold Line, there is no reason to put off support for the extension while awaiting the results of the sales tax effort. On the federal level, I have been working with my colleagues in Congress to see that Congress and the Federal Transit

Administration (FTA) allocate hundreds of millions of federal dollars to the Gold Line Foothill Extension. To do so, however, the federal government requires a local commitment of funds to mass transit projects and will normally match that local investment on a 50/50 basis. But since the fi rst phase of the Gold Line was built with only state and local funds, we in Congress are urging the federal government to give us a more favorable match - maybe as high as 80 percent federal, for 20 percent local. I am pleased that the president recently signed H.R. 1195 into law, which will help ensure that the expansion to Azusa and later to Ontario receives a favorable federal match. There is no guarantee that we can get an 80/20 match, but without at least a 20 percent local commitment of funds, one thing is clear: potentially hundreds of millions of federal transit dollars will be spent on projects elsewhere in the state and country instead of our region. Allowing these much-needed funds to go to projects in other states does not make fi nancial sense for Los Angeles County and its millions of gridlocked commuters. With so many practical, economic and environmental reasons to fund the Gold Line Foothill Extension, we should not delay construction of this project any further. Please join me in urging the MTA to include the Gold Line in the long range plan. Adam B. Schiff, D-Pasadena, represents the 29th Congressional District.

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The Green PagesAugust 2008

Donate Professional Business Clothing to “Clothes The Deal”To Donate Clothing: CTD can accept the following professional business clothing in clean, ready-to-wear condition: suits; shirts/blouses; dresses; slacks; ties; skirts; briefcases; dress shoes; coats and accessories (purses, scarves, jewelry, belts). Clothing must be on hangers when appropriate.Guidelines For Donating Clothes: Clothing must be on hangers, clean, pressed, & ready to wear. Clothes The Deal does not have the means to provide cleaning or pressing, so be sure that the clothing you donate are in good condition and can be passed on without cleaning or mending. Recent styles are appreciated – large and extra large sizes too! What Clothes The Deal Cannot Accept: We cannot accept children’s clothes, or household items. Tax Receipts: All donations are tax deductible. We do not need an itemized listing of your donations as that is the donor’s responsibility for his or her personal tax records. http://www.clothesthedeal.net for additional information.

Option for Clothing recyclingLA Works proudly houses it’s very own, “Fashion Works Clothes Closet”. Many job seekers are in a career transition and require interview attire as well as a few pieces to start their new business wardrobe. In the fabulous wardrobe room that mimics something out of a Macy’s store with full-length mirrors, private dressing rooms, and a sitting area, you will fi nd everything from a two-piece suit with a necktie to basic offi ce attire in various sizes. If you are interested in donating to the “Fashion Works Clothes Closet, you may do so by contacting LA Works at (626) 960-3964. You may also drop off your ready to wear (laundered/dry cleaned) business attire at LA Works WorkSource Center, 5200 Irwindale Avenue, Irwindale California. LA Works looks forward to your visit.

Textiles in municipal solid waste are found mainly in discarded clothing, although other sources include furniture, carpets, tires, footwear, and nondurable goods such as sheets and towels. EPA estimates that approximately 13.5 percent of textiles in clothing, sheets, and pillowcases was recovered for export or reprocessing in 2000. Handling this load are the more than 500 textile recycling companies in the United States, most of which are family-owned businesses that employ 35 to 50 people, according to the Institute for Local Self-Reliance. The Council for Textile Recycling estimates that 48 percent of reclaimed textiles are reused as second-hand clothing, 20 percent become wiping and polishing cloths, and the remaining 26 percent are converted into fi ber to be used in new textile products. The industry employs approximately 10,000 semi-skilled workers at the primary processing level and creates an additional 7,000 jobs at the fi nal processing stage. Primary and secondary processors account for annual gross sales of $400 million and $300 million, respectively.More than 61 percent of textiles that are collected for reuse or recycling are exported to foreign countries. Thus, the strength of the textile recycling industry is largely dependent on those frequently volatile economies. In addition, despite record demand for textiles, the industry has been downsizing as a result of insuffi cient supply. Experts cite increased municipal recycling of textiles as a critical strategy to increase supply. Currently, successful community recycling programs range from curbside collection to drop off centers, often partnering with local charities and nonprofi t organizations. With end users paying between $80 to $160 per ton for the recovered textiles, revenues are covering most communities’ textile processing costs. Therefore, additional education is needed to increase the tonnages collected through municipal and county programs.Although it is still in the early stages of development, carpet recycling is a key area of growth in the textile industry. Carpet recycling can include refurbishment, recycling carpet into new carpet face fi ber, manufacturing fi bers into other plastic products and carpet backing into new backing, or producing a recycled-content carpet backing by melting different types of backing and fi ber materials together. Barriers to carpet recycling include its bulkiness and the typically long distances to markets, which can make it diffi cult to cost-effectively recycle. Also, carpet fi bers and backing are comprised of a wide variety of materials, making it diffi cult to develop standard recycling technologies.

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The Irwindale Chamber of Commerce Environmental CommitteeE-mail your environmental questions to our committee and one of our committee members will respond to you.

Chair: Jayne Foote - Veolia ES Technical SolutionsElizabeth Bagwell - City of HopeSol Benudiz - Irwindale Police DepartmentLuis Cetina - Metropolitan Water DistrictAnn Croissant- San Gabriel Mountain ConservancyCraig Doerr- American Reclamation Raymond Hamada- City of IrwindaleApril Kelcy- Earthquake SOLUTIONSJohn Norcia - Santa Fe DamThomas Rascop- Reichhold, Inc.Song Saenam - Comerica BankCelia Smith- Sanctuary ShackPatricia Sullivan- City of Irwindale Public LibraryRacine Ward- Biosense Webster, IncorporatedRainbow Yeung - South Coast Air Quality Management

Mission StatementTo prepare, inform and advocate, on behalf of the

business and residential community, environmental concerns and emergency

preparation and response planning.Join the Committee

If you care about health and safety issues that affect community business, or the environment,

you should consider this committee. Meeting: 1st Wednesday of each month Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. Location: Irwindale Chamber of Commerce, 16102 Arrow Highway, Irwindale (one block east of Irwindale avenue)

E-mail: EnviroCommittee@irwindalechamber.orgWebsite: www.EnviroCommittee.com

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We have become used to recycling in the household and at work more actively than we did in the past but very few of use really think about the environment when it comes to the textiles we use in the home and for our clothing. Since this issue of the Green Pages is about clothing a search on the Internet seemed appropriate and there are wonders to behold out there.A search online for “environmentally friendly clothing” returns several sites that sell currently fashionable attire. For instance, Gaiam at Gaiam.com/OrganicClothing/ has organic cotton and natural fi bre clothing including an active-wear line of sports bras and bra tops for various activities.Then there is the incomparable http://www.hellsmistress.net/. What an interesting name for a site. This company carries clothing made from hemp, organic cotton, bamboo, or a blend of these fi bers. The site says “This is wearable art which is only available from hellsmistress!”I especially liked the clothing on the Domino site at another site at http://www.dominomag.com/galleries/2007/02/greenclothing and we are probably all familiar with Patagonia at http://www.Patagonia.com/.Go Green Garments at www.gogreengarments.com/ has some attractive clothing including baby wear. Environmentally friendly surf gear can be found at www.seahuggers.com/ and who could resist a site name Recycle Bin at http://www.recyclebindesigns.com/collection.html with clothes as appealing as the name for those of you who want to be as green as possible.?

Outdoor clothes are available at http://www.naturescloset.net/ and, yes, they carry Patagonia clothes as well as other brands you may not be as familiar with.The Hunger Site at www.TheHungerSite.com has an organic tunic top that sells for $28. The Hunger Site will fund 50 cups of food for each one that is bought. That seems like a painless way to aid the earth and the inhabitants at the same time.There is even a show about Environmentally Friendly clothes, The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet at http://www.mandjshow.com/videos/environmentally-friendly-clothes which talks about “Designer outfi ts hotter than the ozone layer that are easy on Mother Earth.” To make it easy for you to follow the links you can go to http://www.irwindalechamber.org then scroll down to the Newsletter in the left hand column. Click on that and then click on the August, 2008 issue and go to the green pages. That way you will have active links to click on to reach these vendors. If the links aren’t working for any reason you can, at least, copy and paste each link into your address bar to reach the sites easily and quickly.

By: Patricia Sullivan, City of Irwindale

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The Irwindale Chamber of Commerce and the City of Irwindale have put in formal requests to the Santa Ana District Manager of the United States Postal Service for a geographical based zip code. Currently Irwindale residents and businesses are assigned to one of three zip codes primarily identifi ed with other cities. 91706 serves the majority of our community but is fi rst and foremost affi liated with Baldwin Park, 91702 (Azusa) and 91010 (Monrovia) make up the balance. The USPS website even states that there is not a post offi ce in Irwindale, yet we have one located at 16025 Calle del Norte, Irwindale.Not having our own zip code causes a great deal of confusion. Most zip code programs do not recognize Irwindale as the correct city when the zip code is entered. Because zip code programs tend to use the primary city, some of our businesses actually believe they are located in Baldwin Park or Monrovia. Even our Chamber receives mail addressed with Baldwin Park as the city location! Since some of our street names are identical to street names in the other communities it gets even more bewildering for those making deliveries. An example of this is Candywarehouse.com who is located on Third Street in Irwindale. Anytime there is a new delivery person their shipments will most likely go to the Third Street in Baldwin Park instead of the correct address in Irwindale.In addition, most demographics are computed and listed by zip code which is problematic for our city. Most internet searches include Irwindale as part of the other city’s information. The one found for Irwindale incorporated Baldwin Park’s information into it. We encourage you to send you own letter with any issues you have personally experienced to:

Gerard Ahern, District ManagerUnited States Postal Service

Santa Ana CA 92799

Irwindale’s Post Offi ce is not found.

Irwindale Needs Its Own Zip Code

Three zip codes

This website identifi es Irwindale stats as combined with Baldwin Park http://www.hellocorona.com/zip/Irwindale_California_zip_code_91706.cfm

Zip code demographic websites:

http://www.city-data.com/zips/91706.html

http://www.brainyzip.com/zipcodes/91/91706.html

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Whether or not the experts will agree on if a recession is truly upon us, it’s clear that times are shaky for many businesses and consumers facing the rising costs of living and doing business. With an uncertain economy, many workers worry about the threat of losing a job, and businesses worry about how to cut expenses and salvage the bottom line. But, despite the layoffs that occur in some markets, industries, and organizations, the opposite pressure - to retain staff - is just as strong in others. In fact, a recent report by Workforce.com showed that despite the economy, 64% of companies plan to keep staffi ng budgets steady, 87% do not plan to change compensation budgets, and 93% are not looking to instate salary freezes. But despite these plans, many employers fi nd it diffi cult to simply retain the staff they have. Given that turnover can cost anywhere from one to three times the cost of an employee’s salary, losing key staff is even more diffi cult to afford when times are tight. So, what can you do to retain employees in light of current conditions? These ideas can help you retain your highly valuable and skilled workforce.

Be fl exible. According to the Families and Work Institute’s newly released “2008 National Study of Employers,” employers are more likely to retain workers if they offer fl exibility in the workplace. Flexible work programs offer more than simply a leg-up on the competition in recruitment efforts. They are a way to retain staff despite major life-altering changes that have traditionally meant an exodus from the workplace, such as parenthood or reaching retirement age. Flexible work schedules are also of great appeal to younger workers who are willing to job hop in favor of a more contemporary work environment.Retain training programs. Though they’re often the fi rst thing to get cut, it’s important to continue offering training and development programs when times get tight. Economic pressures often trickle down, causing demands for higher productivity levels from employees. In order for workers to do this, you must equip them with increased skills and knowledge. Employees who feel pressured to do more will be tempted to seek other employment if they feel the company isn’t doing its part to help their work improve. Consider telecommuting. Though telecommuting programs are not an option for every employer, many organizations are getting creative on how they can utilize telecommuting to retain their workforce. Not only does allowing employees to telecommute help them save money on gas, recent reports have highlighted the success and satisfaction of employees putting in 40 hours

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Retention in a Recession-Tips to Keep Your Workforce Strong By Express Employment Professionals

a week for an employer from an at-home offi ce. Other employers are opting for a different approach, allowing at-home work for part of the week and requiring in-offi ce time for face-to-face meetings or collaboration. However telecommuting programs are structured, this option appeals widely to employees who have to travel long distances to work or those who have needs to attend to at home.Boost bonuses. It may seem contradictory to businesses seeking to cut back, but increasing pay incentives is a great way to not only retain but also motivate key staff. Experts recommend that this approach be tied directly to individual efforts that boost sales, production or performance. The logic behind this retention technique is simply “you help me, I’ll help you.” Plus, bonuses can help employees weather tough economic times themselves and place you at the level of a preferred place to work. If your business can’t afford to budget for raises, a bonus initiative may be a great option to help retain staff members who may otherwise search for richer pastures.

Experts say that in the past 60 years, economic downturns have lasted from 11-18 months, proving that keeping your skilled, trained workforce is an important factor in the long-term success of your company. These ideas can help you retain the staff you have as you ride out whatever the economy brings.

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BUSINESS SOLUTIONS SEMINAR:

Preventing Sexual HarassmentPresented by Calvin House of Gutierrez, Preciado & House

This seminar is provided for anyone in a supervisory role. As mandated by the State, it must be taken

within six months of hire and repeated every 2 years.

Wednesday, August 20, 2008 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Irwindale Community Center16102 Arrow Highway, Irwindale, CA 91706

Irwindale Chamber Members - Free - Non-Members - $25**Bring your own Brown-bag lunch - Beverages

will be provided**Space is limited. RSVP at www.irwindalechamber.org

or call (626) 960-6606.

Sponsored by:

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IRWINDALE ROCKS (Previously the City Corner) As Provided by City Staff

Council Round-Up – June 25, 2008 Council approved the rejection of bids for the replacement of sidewalk and access ramps at various locations and directed the City Engineer to modify the plans and re-advertise the project.Council approved the contract with LA PartyWorks to provide carnival events, games and prizes for the City’s 50th Anniversary FiestaCouncil approved a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with Athens Services for a Solid Waste Materials Recovery Facility/Transfer Station. Council approved the amendment to the Irwindale Municipal Code regarding the hours of operation for designated skate board areas. The designated skate park area will be closed at dusk throughout the year instead of 6:00 p.m. during standard daylight time (November-March) and 9:00 p.m. during daylight savings time (April-October). Council adopted the City of Irwindale budget for Fiscal Year 2008-2009.Council directed staff to proceed with the scheduling of a public hearing to rename Tifal Avenue to “Miguel Miranda Avenue” and to begin the process for renaming/rededicating all streets named for founding fathers, beginning with Mike Martinez.Council approved a tentative parcel map to allow for the division of an existing parcel into two parcels for residential use located adjacent to 16109 Central Street. Council approved amending the Irwindale Municipal Code relating to fi re regulations and adopting by reference the very high fi re hazard severity zone map prepared by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Council approved augmenting the revolving fund for police follow-up investigations.Council approved and adopted the Engineer’s report for maintenance, operation, and replacement of the City’s sanitation and sewer systems located within the Irwindale Business Center.Council approved a resolution to change the street name of Tifal Avenue to Miguel Miranda Avenue.

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Senior Field TripPictured are seniors waiting to board the bus for a trip to Palm Springs to attend the Palm Springs Follies on April 26, 2008. Our Senior Center offers many forms of entertainment for our seniors and this trip is just one way they can get together with friends and have a good time.

Health FairOn May 3, 2008, our seniors held a “Steppin Out with Senior Centers/Health Fair.” They walked, stretched, had health screenings and felt good about taking care of themselves. The purpose of this annual event is to showcase the positive impact senior centers have in their communities.

Huntington LibraryAnother outing planned by our Senior Center was a trip to the Huntington Library on May 10, 2008. The Library’s rare books and manuscripts are one of the world’s largest and most used collections in American. The art collection is very distinguished and the botanical gardens include more than 15,000 different species of plants. Our seniors also enjoyed an afternoon tea party and had a wonderful time. Pictured are from left Dorina Castellanos, Arline Miranda and Helen Apodaca.

May BirthdaysBirthdays are celebrated each month at our Senior Center. Birthdays for the month of May were Lelani London and Andrew Duarte.

Spring DanceEach year our Senior Center hosts a Spring Dance which is one of the events our seniors really look forward to. This year the Spring Dance was on April 18, 2008. Pictured are Esmeralda Breceda and Linda Melendez.

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IRWINDALE ROCKS (Previously the City Corner) As Provided by City Staff

50th Anniversary / 4th of July CelebrationThis was a very special year for the City of Irwindale as we celebrated our 50th Anniversary. To commemorate this momentous event, the City combined celebrations with the 4th of July and hosted a parade followed by festivities at Irwindale Park. Several of our past councilmembers, Jr. Kings and Queens, Miss Irwindales and dignitaries from neighboring cities joined us in our celebration and had a great time riding in our parade. Presentations were given to all distinguished participants and the afternoon was fi lled with music, carnival activities and great food. The City was honored to have so many take part in this historic event. Pictured are some of the participants in our 50th Anniversary parade.

Starting off the parade was the Am Vets Post 113.

Assemblyman Ed Hernandez

Past Mayor Justin Garcia

Young Marines marching proudly.

Irwindale’s Tiny Tots

Pictured from left are Denise Miranda, Miss Irwindale – 1982, Marlena Miranda, Miss Irwindale – 1981 and Cathy Huicochea, Jr. Queen – 1969.

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IRWINDALE ROCKS (Previously the City Corner) As Provided by City Staff

Business of the MonthAt the Council meeting of June 25, 2008, Rancho Duarte Florist was recognized by the Council as the business of the month for June. Rancho Duarte Florist is family owned and has been in business for 28 years. They have been members of the Irwindale Chamber of Commerce since 1994 and have donated fl oral centerpieces for various events. Congratulations to Rancho Duarte Florist and we are proud to have them as a member of our community. Pictured are from left Gene and Rosi Medrano and Mayor Burrola.

CIF ChampionsAt the City Council meeting of July 9, 2008, Council recognized the Northview High School CIF Baseball Champions. Congratulations to the entire team! Your hard work and commitment has certainly paid off.

Pictured in back from left are Councilmember Fuentes, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, Councilmember Ortiz and Mayor Burrola. In front from left are Tyler Grijalva, Gabe Jaramillo, Shane Fraijo and Councilmember Breceda.

Northview MVPAt the City Council meeting of July 9, 2008, Council recognized Hannah Fraijo for being selected as the Most Valuable Player of Valle Vista League. A student at Northview High School, Hannah has also been awarded a full scholarship to Cal State Northridge. Congratulations to Hannah! We are indeed proud to have you as a member of our community. Pictured from left is Councilmember Fuentes, Mayor Pro tem Garcia, Hannah, Councilmember Ortiz, Mayor Burrola, and Councilmember Breceda.

CIF ChampionAt the City Council meeting of July 9, 2008, Council recognized Justin Grijalva as a member of the Bishop Amat High School CIF Baseball Championship team. Congratulations to Justin who is a

member of our community. We wish him well in his future baseball career. Pictured from left are Councilmember Fuentes, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, Justin, Councilmember Ortiz, Mayor Burrola, and Councilmember Burrola.

Wrestling TeamAt the City Council meeting of July 9, 2008, Council recognized the Northview High School CIF Wrestling Champions. Congratulations to the team and we are proud to have them

as members of our community. Pictured in back from left are Councilmember Fuentes, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia and Councilmember Ortiz. In middle row from left are Adrian Beltran and Mayor Burrola. In front from left are Alfonso Gutierrez, Eric Fuentes and Councilmember Breceda.

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Offering FREE Informative Seminars in Lighting, HVAC, and Electrical Training!

Keys for Fan Efficiencies * NEW CLASS Monday, July 7, 2008 #19854 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Technology Update *Tuesday, July 8, 2008 #17351 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. with lunch

Implementing Energy Efficiency Projects *Thursday, July 10, 2008 #17352 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. with lunch

Introduction to Lighting *Thursday, July 10, 2008 #19916 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Lighting for Architecture and Interiors * Thursday, July 18, 2008 #19917 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Call 1-800-336-CTAC or visit our web site at: www.sce.com/energycenters

6090 N. Irwindale Ave., Irwindale, CA 91702 *These programs are funded by California utility customers and administered by Southern California Edison

under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission.

These classes are jointly offered by California Energy Centers operated by CTAC (Southern California Edison Company), the Energy Resource Center (Southern California Gas

Company, a Sempra Energy Utility), the Pacific Energy Center (Pacific Gas and Electric Company) and San Diego Gas & Electric, a Sempra Energy Utility.

American Institute of Architects (AIA) Where indicated event carries AIA learning units

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Disaster Preparedness for the Small BusinessAugust 20, 2008 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Description of Workshop: This workshop will focus on what an entrepreneur and small business owner needs to know to effectively prepare for the inevitable service disruptions that businesses experience from time to time. Although hurricanes, tsunamis, and earthquakes come to mind when we think of the term disaster, major disasters are not the only causes of business interruptions. More common calamities, such as a building fi re, storms, or vandalism can shut down a business just as quickly as a major disaster and wreak the same amount of economic havoc to the employees and the business itself. This workshop will discuss how today’s technology can help keep your business going and minimize the downtime for a speedy recovery. This session will be a full two-hour workshop designed to help businesses create a safe, solid, and relatively easy-to-implement solution to ensure continuity of business in the case of a disaster of any size and how to avoid a serious interruption of business operations. A comprehensive workbook with forms and templates will be provided to participants.

Location:Small Business Development Center

5200 Irwindale Ave., Suite 140, Irwindale, CA 91706Cost: $25 material fee

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Labor Law Corner By: Cal ChamberHandling Employee Requests: Three-Step Process Helps Prevent Trouble. Employees often come to me with special requests, such as for a leave of absence, a fl exible schedule or the option to telecommute. Is there a simple way I can fi gure out which requests I must grant?Employees make many kinds of requests and it’s often diffi cult to determine which ones you must — or should — grant. Considering each request using a simple three-step process will help you fi gure out how to respond without getting into legal hot water. Steps to Consider: For illustration here, let’s consider the case of an employee who asks you for time off to care for his seriously ill mother:Step 1: What does the law say? In many instances, the employee’s request will be governed by law. For example, the employee who requests a leave of absence to care for his seriously ill mother may be eligible for a legally protected leave under the state and federal family leave laws. You must determine if the employee meets the legal criteria to take a family leave, such as whether you are a large enough employer and whether the employee has worked for you long enough.If the employee meets the requirements, grant the leave. If not, don’t deny the leave yet without considering step two.Step 2: What does your employee handbook say? Even if the law doesn’t require you to grant the employee’s request, look at what your employee handbook says about it. Many companies have policies that are more generous than what the law provides. (Note: Sometimes these policies are not contained in a formal employee handbook, but have been issued piecemeal throughout the years as individual policies.) Does your company have a policy providing medical leaves of absence other than those required by the family leave laws? Or perhaps a policy allowing personal leaves of absence?If so, determine whether the employee meets the requirements of those policies. If not, move on to step three.Step 3: What is your past practice? If nothing in the law or your policies would require you to grant the request, consider your past practices. Even if your handbook does not provide for leaves of absence of any kind, look back to whether any leaves have nonetheless been granted in the past.Often the way a company actually acts is very different from what is stated in its employee handbook. Maybe you

granted an employee a leave of absence a few years ago when her child had surgery, or gave another employee a week of unpaid leave when her sister was terminally ill. If you’ve granted such leaves before, consider whether this is a similar situation. Could this employee claim you were discriminating against him by not granting this leave? The key is to treat similarly situated employees similarly unless there is a valid business justifi cation for treating them differently.If there is a valid business reason for denying this leave even though others have been granted, could you document that reason if necessary? For example, you could show that this employee requested time off during your busy season, while the other requests were during the slow season.Precedent: If nothing in the law, your policies or your past practices indicates you must grant the request, then you are free to grant or deny it at your company’s discretion. Keep in mind, however, that this decision will set a precedent for future requests.

Your November ballot will be full of initiatives for you to consider. Given that about half of California voters now vote by mail, many of them weeks before the election, campaigns will start communicating their messages toward the end of summer. If you want to get ahead of the propaganda, take a look at the initiatives now and think about your position before you are bombarded with simplistic television commercials. Here are the numbers of each measure and a link to the Secretary of State’s website that includes the summaries and text of each one. The state ballot pamphlet that will include the arguments for and against each measure will be available for public examination beginning July 22nd.Prop. 1: High-Speed rail bond (submitted by the Legislature, not as an initiative)Prop. 2: Treatment of farm animalsProp. 3: Children’s hospital bondProp. 4: Parental notifi cation for a minor to have an abortion Prop. 5: Nonviolent offender rehabilitation, sentencing and parole Prop. 6: Anti-gang penalties Prop. 7: Renewable energy requirements Prop. 8: Marriage is defi ned as between one man and one woman Prop. 9: Victims’ rights in criminal cases Prop. 10: Alternative energy bond Prop. 11: Redistricting commission

Start Doing Your Homework Now By: Leonard Letter

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City of IrwindaleCity Hall

5050 Irwindale AvenueIrwindale, CA 91706-1168

Phone: (626) 430-2200Fax: (626) 962-4209 (City Hall)

Fax: (626) 430-2295 (Building Dept.)Website: www.ci.irwindale.ca.us

e-mail: postoffi ce@ci.irwindale.ca.us

City CouncilMayor: Larry G. Burrola

Mayor Pro Tem: Manuel R. GarciaCouncil Members: Mark A. Breceda, David Fuentes, and H. Manuel Ortiz

City Council Meetings2nd and 4th Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall

City StaffCity Manager: Robert GriegoAssistant City Manager: Camille DiazDir. of Public Works/City Engineer: Kwok TamFinance Director & City Treasurer: Abraham De DiosDirector of Planning: Raymond HamadaHuman Resource Manager: Sharmeen BhojaniRedevelopment Project Manager Jose AmadorDeputy City Clerk: Linda Kimbro

Planning CommissionChair: Arthur R Tapia Vice Chair: Doloras Amador

Commissioners: Richard Chico, Patricia Gonzales and Robert E. HartmanParks & Recreation Commission

Chair: Dan Diaz Vice Chair: Paula FraijoCommissioners: Carol B. Hernandez, Veronica S. Barbosa-Lara

and Belen Zepeda Senior Citizen Commission

Chair: David Martinez Vice Chair: Maggie GuzmanCommissioners: Valinda Acevedo,Stella Breceda, and Nellie Tapia

********************************************Library..................................(626) 430-2229

City Librarian: Patricia Sullivan5050 Irwindale Avenue Fax: (626) 430-2266 Recreation...............................(626) 430-222416053 Calle de Paseo Fax: (626) 962-3022

Recreation Manager: Dan GrijalvaRecreation Supervisor: Carol Acosta

Recreation Supervisor: Priscilla ZepedaSenior Center..........................(626) 430-228316116 Arrow Highway Fax: (626) 430-2275Senior Citizen Coordinator: Jackie Delgado

Assistant To Senior Citizen Coordinator: Sara PonceService Yard............................(626) 430-2280

16034 Calle del NortePublic Works Manager: Mike Rados

********************************************Police DepartmentChief Sol Benudiz

Emergency......................... 9-1-1Phone (non emergency)...(626) 430-2244

5050 Irwindale Avenue Fax: (626) 856-0471

Los Angeles County Fire- Irwindale StationEmergency......................... 9-1-1

Phone (non emergency)...(626) 337-891915546 Arrow Hwy, Irwindale

IRWINDALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCEStreet Address: 16102 E. Arrow Highway, Irwindale, CA 91706 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2307, Irwindale, CA 91706-1168Phone: (626)960-6606 • Fax:(626) 960-3868E-Mail: info@irwindalechamber.orgWebsite: www.irwindalechamber.org

2008 BOARD OF DIRECTORSChair of the Board: Marissa Buckisch Picasso’s Cafe*Bakery*Catering1st Vice Chair: Dennis Chiappetta Athens Services2nd Vice Chair: Atisthan Roach Vulcan MaterialsTreasurer: Robert Weil Seal Beach Investment Inc.Secretary: John Muldoon Securitas Security ServicesPast Chair Kevin McDonald Foothill TransitDirectors: Elizabeth Bagwell City of Hope Vee Clark SCE Federal Credit Union John Gasparian American Reclamation Anita Hernandez Miller Brewing Company Sam Kim Ayutla Meat Market Rachel Leyba Allstate Insurance Louis Ornelas Ready-Pac Produce Jesus Rodriguez Decore-Ative Specialties Steven Sorell Attorney at Law Kim Travanty Vineyard BankEx-Offi cio: Robert Griego City Manager Lisa Bailey President/CEOStaff: Dominique Yates Membership Event Manager Veronica Orosco Administrative Assistant

CHAMBER MEETINGSAmbassadors 1st Tuesday 8:00 a.m. at the ChamberBoard of Directors 4th Monday 3:00 p.m. at the ChamberEnvironmental Committee 1st Wednesday 12:00 noon at the ChamberLuncheons 2nd Thursday Location VariesBusiness Development 1st Thursday at the Chamber 8:00 a.m. Networking Breakfast 4th Thursday at Picasso’s Cafe 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.Toastmasters Wednesdays at Irwindale Community Center 7:15 a.m. (Visitors always welcome!)CEO Roundtable 2nd Tuesday 7:30 a.m. Location TBA

IRWINDALE SERVICE ORGANIZATIONSAm-Vets Post 113 16124 Calle de Paseo, Irwindale, CA 91806 Meets 1st Friday at Am-Vets Park (626) 338-4440 Ben AguayoIrwindale Educational Foundation P.O. Box 2307, Irwindale, CA 91706-1168 Board Meets 2nd Tuesday, 7:30 a.m. at the ChamberIrwindale Lions Club P.O. Box 2093, Irwindale, CA 91706 Meets Tuesdays, 11:45 a.m. at Covina BowlIrwindale-Salvatierra, GTO, Mexico Sister City Corporation P.O. Box 2054, Irwindale, CA 91706 Meets 2nd Tuesday, City Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m.Knights of Columbus 16025 E. Cypress Ave., Irwindale, CA 91706 Meets 2nd Wednesday, 8:00 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus HallSociedad Progresista Mexicana, Inc. (626) 337-1193 Antonio Salazar Meets once a month (usually Tuesday), City Council ChambersSoroptimist International of Irwindale Meets 1st Wednesday of every month, 6:30 p.m. at16102 Arrow Hwy., IrwindaleV.F.W. Irwindale Post 9895 P.O. Box 2054, Irwindale, CA 91706 Meets 3rd Thursday at 4117 Alderson Street, Baldwin Park, CA

P.O. BOX 2307 • IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA 91706 “Jardin de Roca” Garden of Rocks

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