 October 2012 "Business Monthly" | |
REPEAL OF GLENDALE SALES TAX NOT WITHOUT BUSINESS REPERCUSSIONS
Voters in Glendale will go to the polls November and vote on whether or not to attempt to repeal the temporary sales tax increase that the City Council approved in June 2012, as well as to amend the City Charter to require that all future tax increases go to a vote of the public. The City of Glendale is informing voters of the importance of the sales tax. Revenue generated from this tax is for the main budget - the General Fund, and provides funding for services such as public safety (which accounts for 63% of the general fund), code compliance, libraries and parks and recreation. The last general sales tax increase was enacted in 1993. Since that time, Glendale’s population has grown 41% and to serve the needs for current and new residents, the city has added a third library, 32 parks, a recreation and aquatics center, five fire stations and a police precinct. While much controversy has surrounded this tax increase, the fact of the matter is that, if successfully repealed, a number of severe reductions in City services have been proposed that would negatively impact Glendale businesses : the city - owned Jobing.com arena would have to be operated and maintained, with or without the Phoenix Coyotes; 250 additional City employee positions (an economic impact similar to a major employer closing)would be eliminated, including reductions in police officers – firefighters – CAT Team – jail staff – and fire inspectors; closing of 2 Glendale libraries; eliminating all downtown festivals; closure of Rose Lane Aquatic Facility; and shutting down the City’s TV station/online videos to no longer broadcast public meetings. read more... GLENDALE CHAMBER UPCOMING EVENTS
10/5................ First Friday Networking Breakfast, Bitzee Mama’s, 7023 N. 58th Ave., 7:30am 10/13............ Ribbon Cutting: XL Fitness, 5720 W. Peoria Ave., 11am 10/18............ Business Blender at Embassy Suites Phoenix North, 2577 W. Greenway Rd., Phoenix, 5pm 10/26........... Ribbon Cutting: Legend at Arrowhead, 21027 N. 67th Ave., Glendale, 4pm 11/2............ . 19th Annual Gala Auction, Thunderbird Events Center, 15249 N. 59th Ave., 6pm 11/15............ Business Blender at Sanderson Ford, 6400 N. 51st Ave., 5pm SEPTEMBER FIRST FRIDAY NETWORKING BREAKFAST AT BITZEE MAMA'S Standing: Marty Brown, Glendale Civic Center; Alan Hanser, Expect Style DJ and Photography; Gary Hirsch, Enviroscape Services; Leanna E. Griffin, Leonard F. Baker, CPA; Julie Schaffer, St. Louis the King; Wayne Lawson, Sign a Rama on 51st Ave.; Scott Reimer, Nextcare. Sitting: Jean June, Goldensun; Joel Poes, MotoPhoto; Martha Sullivan, Gold Rush Transportation; Barbara Knight, Rita's Ice Custard Happiness; Pam Christensen, Arizona Expterminating. FRONT PORCH FESTIVAL & OLD TOWNE MARKETPLACE, OCT. 20
Enjoy the beautiful fall weather in Downtown Glendale at the 18th Annual Front Porch Festival& Old Towne Marketplace on Saturday, October 20th from 10am to 4pm. Over 80 downtown shops and eateries have special activities planned for the day, including demonstrations, arts and crafts, delicious treats and much more. Start at the Visitor Center, 5800 W. Glenn Drive to pick up your walking map. FREE VIN ETCHING, OCT. 27
Bring your vehicle and proof of ownership to the Glendale Adult Center on Saturday, October 27th between 8:30am and 11:30am for free Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) etching. VIN etching is the process of permanently etching a vehicle’s 17 digit vehicle ID number on each piece of window glass to deter auto theft. The Adult Center is located at 5970 W. Brown St. For information, call 623-930-4044.
GATORADE POLE QUALIFYING MOVED TO FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH AT PIR
NASCAR has moved the Gatorade Pole Qualifying for the semi final race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup to Friday, November 9th at 4:10pm at Phoenix International Raceway. The weekend’s NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race will remain as scheduled on Sunday, November 11th at 1pm. Gates open on Friday at 9am. The day begins with the final practice for the Casino Arizona 50 NASCAR K & N Pro Series race, practice sessions for the Great Clips 200 NASCAR Nationwide Series race and Qualifying for the Lucas Oil 150. The highlights on Friday are the Gatorade Pole Qualifying and the Lucas Oil 150 Camping World Truck Series Race. Tickets are available for the weekend at PIR by going on line at www.PhoenixRaceway.com/tickets or call 1-866-408-RACE. Thank You To Our Chairman's Circle
PLATINUM PLUS SALT RIVER PROJECT CITY OF GLENDALE HUMANA OF ARIZONA WAL-MART CORPORATION WELLS FARGO BANK WILD HORSE PASS DEVEL. AUTHORITY
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19th Annual Chamber Auction Gala November 2nd Thunderbird School of Global Management will host the Chamber’s 19th Annual Auction Gala on Friday, November 2 in their events center. This is the Chamber’s biggest fund raising annual event, featuring nearly 100 items in silent and live auctions! A special auction at this year’s live event will be for two pairs of Southwest Airlines round trip tickets. The evening will begin with the silent auction, cocktail hour and entertainment from 6pm -7pm, followed by a sumptuous buffet dinner at 7pm. A special live auction with a few select items and the Southwest Airlines tickets will begin at 7:45. The auctions will feature hotel, vacation, Las Vegas and Laughlin packages, autographed professional sports items, gift baskets, jewelry and many other items from Glendale area businesses. A listing of all auction items will be emailed to all members prior to the event for your review. Tickets for the evening are $50 per person, $400 for a table of 8 and includes : DINNER, AUCTION BID CARDS, AND ENTERTAINMENT. For more information or to reserve your tickets, contact the Chamber at 623-937-4754 GLENDALE KIWANIS 32ND ANNUAL BBQ AND AUCTION, OCT. 20
The Kiwanis Club of Glendale presents their 32nd Annual BBQ and Auction on Saturday, October 20th, from 6pm to 10pm at the Sahuaro Ranch Park Ramadas, 59th Ave. and Mountain View Rd. Dinner is provided by Texas Roadhouse and dessert from Nothing Bundt Cakes. Refreshments include beer and softdrinks. Great gifts for the holidays and other items are available to the highest bidder in the silent auction plus a raffle for dinners and other great gifts. Entertainment will be provided by Ronnie Hazelett and Friends. For information, donation of items and tickets, contact Yvonne Knaack at 623-937-3311
THE SEPTEMBER BLENDER AT DESIGN SOURCE FURNITURE
Yvonne Knaack, State Farm and Glendale City Council; Dawn Johnson, Arizona State Credit Union and Chamber Board Member; New Member Xingli Zhang, CPA; New Member Alan Hanser, Expect Style DJ and Photography; New Member Nancy Younger, Developmental Enrichment Centers; Steve Adams, AlphaGraphics and Chamber Board Member; Steve Frate, Glendale Vice Mayor.NETWORKING EVENTS FOR OCTOBER 2012
First Friday Membership Breakfast When :October 5 7:30am – 9am Where : Bitzee Mamas in downtown Glendale What’s The Buzz? : Networking, business programs, and a chance to promote your business How Much? : Only $5 per person…no RSVP necessary Monthly Membership Networking Blender When : October 18 5-7pm Where : Embassy Suites (I-17 and Greenway) What’s the Buzz? : Always a great party at the Embassy, meet and connect with Chamber businesses, and the food and refreshments are FANTASTIC! How Much? : It’s FREE for Chamber members and guests, but please RSVP to the Chamber at 623-937-4754 RIBBON CUTTING AT THE SPICERY IN MY 1895 HOUSE, 7141 N. 59TH AVE.
Jack Nylund, Daisy Companies; Heather Martinez, Glendale CVB and Visitor Center; Yvonne Knaack, State Farm and Glendale City Council; Alice Roach, White Eyes Fresh Fry Bread; Don Rinehart, Glendale Chamber; Pam Christensen, Arizona Exterminating; Matt Borowski, The Spicery in Our 1895 House owner; Tracie Wadella, Daisy Companies; Lorraine Pino, Glendale CVB and Visitor Center; Monika Nylund, Glendale Chamber
MEMBERS' OCTOBER/NOVEMBER CALENDAR
ARIZONA BROADWAY THEATRE, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, 623-776-8400 10/19-11/18 Oklahoma (Season 8 opening show) 10/26 ABT Cabaret 11/16 ABT Cabaret 11/30-12/30 Annie
ARIZONA CARDINALS NFL FOOTBALL, University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, 602-379-0101
CASINO ARIZONA, 101 & McKellips, Scottsdale, 480-850-7777
JOBING.COM ARENA, Westgate City Center, Glendale, 623-772-3200
PHOENIX COYOTES NHL HOCKEY, Jobing.Com Arena, Westgate City Center, Glendale, 623-772-3200
TALKING STICK RESORT AND CASINO, 101 & Indian Bend, Scottsdale, 480-850-7743
WILD HORSE PASS RESORT AND CASINO, 5050 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler, 1-800-946-4452
read more... GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT THE PEDIATRIC CARE UNIT AT BANNER THUNDERBIRD, DEC. 8TH
The Dr. Ted Laughlin Charity Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, December 8th at the Raven Golf Club at Verrado in Buckeye with an 8am shotgun start. This annual event will benefit the Pediatric Unit at Banner Thunderbird, which is the top facility of its kind in the west valley. The event will begin with a continental breakfast prior to teeing off. There are many on course contests plus a wonderful raffle with great prizes. Lunch and awards will follow the tournament. The cost is $275 per person with packages available for foursomes and sponsorships. For more information and registration, contact Dina Donovan at 602-865-5915. WILDLIFE WORLD ZOO WELCOME THREE NEW ADDITIONS
With over 600 different species on display at the Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium, there is always news of new arrivals. Last month there were three significant births; a reticulated giraffe, a tapir and a jaguar. So far, Wildlife World’s zookeepers have named the reticulated giraffe “Radar” and the jaguar cub is “Fitz”, named after Phoenix Cardinals receiver, Larry Fitzgerald. As of this printing, the tapir has not been named. Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium is located at 16501 W. Northern and is open every day, including holidays. For information and tickets, go online at www.wildlifeworld.com or call 623-935-WILD. RIESTER MAKES FORBES LIST
Forbes, a leading source in business news from around the world, has named RIESTER on its list of “Top Global Agencies the Know Social Media and Google”. Over the years, RIESTER has been increasing its digital capabilities through investments in new talent and the utilization of new innovations and products. For RIESTER, digital is a critical component of a larger, integrated marketing approach. Digital marketing will continue to grow as more innovations and opportunities emerge to help brands utilize this medium.
Chamber's Board of Directors
Sandy Petraitis, Salt River Project, CHAIR
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