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Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce News Red Cross teams with Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce Blood Drive September 2, 2011: Big Success! From the Red Cross Donor Resources Representative: “Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into the Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce blood drive…We at the Red Cross would like to say a sincere ‘thank you’ for each of the people who were able to have surgery, survive a serious accident or lengthen their life span. Please thank the generous people who volunteered to recruit donors and lend assistance…because despite all the advances of modern technology, without life-giving blood many people would not survive.” Thank you, Lincoln City. COUPONS CAUSE CONFUSION ON DISCOUNT SITES Dissect Deals Before Buying Lake Oswego, Ore. Daily deals on coupon marketing websites—like Groupon and Living Social—may seem tempting, but be wary: Not all discounts are delivered as advertised. While the vast majority of coupon transactions connect reliable businesses with satisfied customers, Better Business Bureau warns that some companies don’t keep their end of The Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the addition of our long-awaited and brand new office manager, Linda (NONNI) Augustine, who joined our staff on August 1. “I’m Nonni, the new office manager for the Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce, very recently relocated from Portland. My background includes corporate training and retail hardware, with a very solid career in the printing industry as well. I believe that old adage ‘nothing happens unless something is sold’ and, therefore, think the Meet Nonni… good health of our local economy is of paramount importance. I am so pleased to work on its behalf. I have a lot of getting acquainted to do and look forward to meeting you all. “My father bought a hardware store when I was seven years old and allowed me to earn my keep by dusting shelves for a nickel an hour. (I made a lot of money, too.) When other teens were getting summer jobs at the pool, my father insisted I work at the store, saying, “Why would I pay someone else to do what you can do I want to keep the bargain. “Coupon marketing sites offer great incentives for consumers and new opportunities for local businesses,” said Robert W.G. Andrew, CEO of BBB serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington. “However, undisclosed restrictions and expirations can leave consumers feeling empty-handed.” To get the best deal possible, BBB suggests the following considerations: Quality: Check out the company before buying their coupons or Internet specials. Read customer reviews online and visit bbb.org. Cost: Take a moment to inspect the company’s website and regular pricing to see if the discount is really a deal. Timing: Some coupons can only be used on certain days or times. Review offers for expiration dates and fine print. All restrictions should be specified in the deal, according to BBB’s Code of Advertising. Convenience: Make sure the coupon is easy to redeem. Find out where the company is located and its hours of operation. Usability: To avoid waitlists and long lines, it’s best to sign up or schedule services as soon as possible. When redeeming services, be prepared to provide proof of purchase or a confirmation code. Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington: Working to advance marketplace trust, BBB is a neutral not-for-profit organization supported by BBB Accredited Businesses. BBB provides ethical business standards, BBB Business Reviews, Charity Reviews, complaint handling, marketplace events and tips. For more information, contact BBB or visit bbb.org. as much money in the family as I can.” I got a very good grounding in business fundamentals and an unparalleled respect for the power of good customer service from my dad. “I have been attracted to the ocean from the first moment I saw it and knew that I wanted to live on the coast. Although jobs were more plentiful in Portland and that’s where my little family settled, I always expected to wind up on the coast and now—here I am. I was attracted to Lincoln City because it appeared to be making progressive strides every time I would visit the coast. Some communities have remained the same for many years, but not LC. I also appreciated the respect for the natural resources exhibited by local residents.” We’re delighted to have Nonni aboard. No doubt, you will meet and get to know her around town as she becomes acquainted with Lincoln City, but, in the meantime, stop in the office at 4039 NW Logan Road and say hello to our newest and much appreciated staff member! Interested in Increased Business Using the Internet Every Tuesday night in September, Chamber members gathered to learn the ins and outs of social networking using tools like Facebook, Twitter and Google. Classes were taught by Misty Lambrecht from Webfoot Marketing and Design, held at OCCC from 5-8pm. Look for repeat engagements, since these classes filled quickly. Left: Chamber members ask important questions about online networking Right: Misty Lambrecht from Webfoot Marketing and Design instructs the group on Facebook marketing 2 - Trade Winds October 2011 - Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce Newsletter - Produced by the News-Times
Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce News Standards Changing For Fluorescent Lighting (Information furnished by Pacific Power, August 1, 2011) New national efficacy standards for the manufacture of fluorescent lamps will take effect next July, and now may be an excellent time for businesses to upgrade their fluorescent lamps and ballasts while there are still incentives. The Energy Trust of Oregon provides cash incentives to Pacific Power customers for these types of upgrades, among others. New federal standards have been enacted that will put an end to the manufacture of T12 lamps and magnetic ballasts by July 2012, making T8 lamps and electronic ballasts the new standard. The newer technology produces better light with less heat, and requires little to no maintenance for up to 20,000 hours of operation. The new standards will help produce continued energy savings and reduce controllable operating costs without compromising lighting quality. In Oregon, Energy Trust of Oregon, Inc. offers incentives to Pacific Power customers. Businesses that convert now can take advantage of both the new technology and a bonus incentive. At some point the lower efficiency products will no longer be available in the marketplace, affecting supply and demand through 2012. Once T8s are standard practice, financial incentive may no longer be available. Take advantage of current incentives Energy Trust offers incentives from $10 to $42 per fixture on upgrades from T12s to T8 lamps with electronic ballasts. For a limited time, a bonus incentive of $5 per fixture will be added to these standard incentives. Businesses that convert before November 1, 2011, can tap into these additional funds and manage their upgrade on a schedule they control. For more information, visit www.energytrust.org or call 1-866-368- 7878 Exactly How Many Phonebooks Do We Need North Lincoln Sanitary Service tells us of a new option available to help eliminate unwanted phone books. One of the companies that makes them, Dex, is finally giving you the option to reduce your environmental footprint (and counter or drawer space) by letting you choose the type of guide you want, or opt out of getting the book all together. Visit http://selectyourdex.dexknows.com/ SelectYourDex/searchByZipCodeAction.do to review the choices or opt out. All phonebooks can also be recycled in your curbside roll cart at any time. Destination Oregon Leisure and Hospitality Industry Trends Oregon Labor Trends – June 2011, says average employment in Oregon’s leisure and hospitality industry was over 170,000 in 2010 and made up nearly 11 percent of the state’s covered employment. Payroll for Oregon’s leisure and hospitality industry in 2010 was nearly $2.8 billion. Food service makes up the largest segment of leisure and hospitality in Oregon with over 120,000 jobs and 70 percent of the industry’s employment. The accommodations sector makes up 15% of Oregon’s leisure employment with nearly 25,000 jobs. Leisure and hospitality employment in Oregon reached its peak in August 2008 with 181,700 people employed. From that peak to the most recent low in February 2010, leisure employment lost more than 28,000 jobs, a 16 percent decline in 18 months. In 2010, Oregon average employment in leisure and hospitality was the lowest it has been in the last five years. However, the growth in seasonal jobs in 2010 was much greater than in 2009 when the seasonal drop from the August summer high employment was just under 13,000 jobs. Tourism thrives in the summer months when visitors flock to Oregon’s many resort areas, especially the coastal counties, campgrounds, and recreational areas. Charles Kingsbaker, Director of Sales and Marketing for Central Oregon’s COMMERCIAL PROPERTY VACANCIES Black Butte Ranch confirms that like many of Oregon’s other tourism businesses, about 80 to 85 percent of the resort’s business occurs between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The Oregon weather is more cooperative during summer, inviting more outdoor activity from According to the Oregon Employment ployment claims information, for claims where industry information is available, the leisure and hospitality industry had the fourth highest average number of claims in 2010 with 7,681. Construction, manufacturing, and retail trade led unemployment claims statewide residents and visitors. Department’s unemployment last year. Weekly Business Tip from SCORE Chapter 0460! This Weeks Business Tip is: Prepare to Make Sacrifices. Starting a business is hard work, but after you open your doors, your work has just begun. In many cases, you have to put in more time than you would if you were working for someone else. In turn, you have to make sacrifices, such as spending less time with family and friends in order to be successful. New to our members, the Trade Winds will be listing vacant commercial properties that are available for sale and/or lease. This is a service to our members only and is in an effort to fill the many empty storefronts here in Lincoln City that you may represent. To list appropriate properties, contact the Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce at info@lcchamber.com with only the following information no later than the lastThursday of each month: Type of Property Available, Property Address, Square Feet, Rent/Sale Price, Contact Name, Contact Phone Number: Property Type Address Sq. Ft. Rent/Sale Price Contact Name Business Name Phone # Retail/Office 800 SE Hwy 101 3,000 $2,500 Bruce Polvi The Electronic Superstore 541-921-8584 Retail/Office 800 SE Hwy 101 1,000 $800 Bruce Polvi The Electronic Superstore 541-921-8584 4- - Offices Spaces 800 SE Hwy 101 Varied $225-$350Bruce Polvi The Electronic Superstore 541-921-8584 Office Suite 2604 NE Hwy 101 850 m/l $725 Mark Neighorn Real Estate 100, Inc 541-994-2100 Retail 1316 NE Hwy 101 1,625 m/l Plus storage $1,500 Mark Neighorn Real Estate 100, Inc 541-994-2100 Office Suite 2600 NE Hwy 101 2,000 $2,000 Mark Neighorn Real Estate 100, Inc 541-994-2100 Office Suite 2600 NE Hwy 101 1,000 $1,000 Mark Neighorn Real Estate 100, Inc 541-994-2100 Office Room 2600 NE Hwy 101 200-1000 in combinations $250-1,000 neg.Mark Neighorn Real Estate 100, Inc 541-994-2100 Office/Retail 1307 NW 15th St. 378 $49,000 Mike Roy Lincoln City Realty, LLC541-992-1683 3 - Trade Winds October 2011 - Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce Newsletter - Produced by the News-Times We appreciate your support of this service. If you have any questions, please contact: Linda Roy, Executive Director, Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce at 541 994-3070 or director@lcchamber.com
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