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CORONA DEL MAR CHAMBER OF COMMERCEWE WELCOME THE 2008 BOARD OF DIRECTORS2008 CHAMBEREXECUTIVE STAFFLinda LeonhardPresidentChairmanBob VoorheesA.G. Edwards & SonsPast ChairmanChip StasselState Farm InsuranceVice ChairmanBernie SvalstadBPS Newport FinancialSecretaryJacqueline WittmeyerColdwell BankerTreasurerFrank MascialeCDM PropertiesPilar TellezOperations & Events Manager2008 EXECUTIVE BOARDBob Voorhees, ChairmanA.G. Edwards & SonsChip Stassel, Past ChairmanState Farm InsuranceBernie SvalstadVice ChairmanBPS Newport Financial, Inc.Jacqueline WittmeyerSecretaryColdwell BankerFrank Masciale, TreasurerCDM PropertiesBOARD OF DIRECTORSDr. Iman BarNewport Pediatric ConciergeDonna CodyCoast Hearing Aid CenterJim DigradoColdwell BankerTina HooverHoover Law OfficeDr. Kevin PriestleyPriestley ChiropracticShari Ten EyckTen Eyck Real EstateJim WalkerBungalow RestaurantCONTACT US2855 E. Coast Hwy., Suite 101Corona del Mar, CA 92625Phone: (949) 673-4050Fax: (949) 673-3940info@cdmchamber.comwww.cdmchamber.comDr. Iman BarNewport PediatricConciergeShari Ten EyckTen Eyck Real EstateDonna CodyCoast Hearing Aid Ctr.Jim WalkerBungalow RestaurantJim DigradoColdwell BankerPresidentLinda LeonhardChamberTina HooverHoover Law OfficePilar TellezChamber Operations& Events ManagerDEVELOP CONTACTS AND BUILD NEW RELATIONSHIPSJOIN A CHAMBER COMMITTEEThe Corona del MarChamber of Commerceprovides a wonderful opportunityto get involvedin a variety of interestingcommittees. Each is differentfrom the next, and isfilled with a unique mix ofinteresting individuals whoenjoy making new contactswhile gaining that communityspirit.Some members belongto several committees,while others find one committeeof interest and enjoyspending their time withinthat group.Committees generallymeet once a month andincrease in frequency asevents draw near.The following committeesare available. Checkthe Calendar of Events andsimply attend a meetinguntil you find the match foryou. Or, call the Chamberoffice and we will be happyto assist: (949) 673-4050.Kevin PriestleyPriestley ChiropracticAppointedBoard SeatTBA• Membership• Christmas Walk• Government Affairs• Coastline Car Classic• Scenic 5K• Social CommitteeWe look forward tohaving you onboard!PLACE YOUR BUSINESS CARD ADVERTISEMENT IN THE CORONA DEL MAR CHAMBER NEWSLETTER2www.cdmchamber.com

CORONA DEL MAR CHAMBER OF COMMERCEBest of the YearADVERTISING OPPORTUNITYNow AvailableCorona del MarChamber of Commerce2008 BUSINESS DIRECTORYDon’t miss out on the most effectivemarketing tool used for businessreferral. As a benefit to yourmembership, your business willbe listed both categorically andalphabetically in this beautiful fullcolorbusiness directory. Additionalfull-color ads now on sale.DISTRIBUTIONDirect mailed to15,000 local residentsDistributed to allCorona del Mar businessesCommunity Distribution Points:CdM Chamber membership packets,City Hall, Newport BeachConvention & Visitors Bureau,various community associationsMAKE YOUR SPACE RESERVATION TODAY!See newsletter insert for reservation information; space is limited.(949) 673-4050info@cdmchamber.comPLACE YOUR BUSINESS CARD ADVERTISEMENT IN THE CORONA DEL MAR CHAMBER NEWSLETTER3 www.cdmchamber.com

CORONA DEL MAR CHAMBER OF COMMERCENETWORKING SPEAKER LUNCHEONSCHAMBER NETWORKING MIXERSJANUARY 1511:30 AM - 1:00 PMSpeaker & Topics:Welcome toMayor Ed Selich;the Mayor’s Address;Installation of ChamberBoard MembersFEBRUARY 1911:30 AM - 1:00 PMSpeaker & Topic:Promoting Your Businessthrough Web Site MarketingPresented byGolden StateCommunicationsJANUARY 29andFEBRUARY 265:30 - 7:30 PMFor host locations,please visitwww.cdmchamber.comFIVE CROWNS RESTAURANT • 3801 E. Coast Hwy., CdMRSVP in advance for discounted member price.949-673-4050 or info@cdmchamber.comMembers with reservation: $20 ($25 at door) Non-members and guest: $25Space limited: 48-hr. cancellation requiredIncludes Food and Beverage,Live Entertainment, and Great NetworkingMembers: $5 ~ Non-members: $10Bring a guest...and plenty of business cards!Government Affairs Committee Report —BERNIE SVALSTADJoin theCorona delMar GovernmentAffairsC o m m i t t e e( G A C ) f o rpertinent discussionson state and localissues that could affect the wayyou do business. Keep up tospeed and share concerns in acasual environment.At our January 10th GACmeeting we will be discussingthe following seven propositionsthat will be on theFebruary 5, 2008 Primary ElectionBallot, so please join ourgroup.Ballot Propositions:• Proposition 91Transportation Funding;Initiative ConstitutionalAmendment and Statute• Proposition 92Community Colleges,Funding Governance,Fees; Initiative ConstitutionalAmendment andStatute• Proposition 93Limits on Legislators’Terms in Office; InitiativeConstitutional Amendment• Proposition 94Referendum Petition toOverturn Amendment toIndian Gaming Compact• Proposition 95Referendum Petition toOverturn Amendment toIndian Gaming Compact• Proposition 96Referendum Petition toOverturn Amendment toIndian Gaming Compact• Proposition 97Referendum Petition toOverturn Amendment toIndian Gaming CompactWe do not have space inthis meeting to discuss eachproposition so please cometo our Governmental AffairsCommittee meeting to hearmore.At the January meetingwe will also have a debate byrepresentatives of both groups,pro and con, on City HallMeasure B, which will be onthe February 5th ballot.UPCOMINGGAC MEETINGSJanuary 10February 147:30 a.m.Chamber OfficeA SPECIAL “THANK YOU”TO THE FOLLOWINGCHAMBER MEMBERSFOR SPONSORING THE29 TH ANNUALCHRISTMAS WALK:Newport Pediatric ConciergePriestley Chiropractic GroupNewport Floor CoveringFletcher Jones Motor CarsMarriott’s NewportCoast VillasChip Stassel-State FarmCaring Companions at HomePort Restaurant & BarDaily PilotCoast MagazineCdM BusinessImprovement DistrictCELEBRATE 30 YEARS BYBECOMING A SPONSOR!Contact (949) 673-4050PLACE YOUR BUSINESS CARD ADVERTISEMENT IN THE CORONA DEL MAR CHAMBER NEWSLETTER5 www.cdmchamber.com

CORONA DEL MAR CHAMBER OF COMMERCEEXPOSE YOUR BUSINESS!Reach over 30,000 Potential Customers30th AnnualCorona del MarScenic 5KSPONSORPACKAGES(949) 673-4050INFO@CDMCHAMBER.COMVisit www.cdmchamber.comCHAMBER STAFF WELCOMES NEWOPERATIONS & EVENTS MANAGER PILAR TELLEZThe Corona del MarChamber is pleased to welcomePilar Tellez who hasaccepted the new position ofOperations and Events Manager.Pilar’s talents will greatlycontribute to the overall goalsand operations of the Chamberoffice, and she looks forward togetting to know each and everyone of you. Here is what Pilarhas to say:“Hello, Corona del MarChamber members! I am veryexcited to work with all of youthis year and wanted to takethis opportunity to give you alittle background on myself.“For many years I’ve beeninvolved with the operations,training, and event planningside of companies,aswell as volunteerchairp o s i t i o n sfor multipletypes of organizations,i n c l u d i n gthe AmericanCancerSociety andthe PancreaticCancerO r g a n i z a -tion. Theseevents arevery close tomy heart asI’m a 12-year cancer survivor.“My spare time is spenttrying outnew recipesor makingfamily favorites.I enjoyexperiencingnew resta u r a n t s ,h o l d i n gjewelry parties,workingon arts andcrafts, anda t t e n d i n gwine tastings.In thesummertimeyou’ll findme ridingSeadoo’s at the river or onLake Havasu. I’m a So. Cal.native and I’ve lived in the So.O.C. area for 13 years. Eventhough I was born and raised acity girl, I’ve always loved thesmall town feel that Corona delMar offers.“I’m excited to be a partof the team at the Chamberof Commerce and part of thiswonderful community. I welcomethe opportunity to meeteach of you and learn how theChamber can better supportyou and our community in2008 and years to come.“If you’re in the area, orsee me out and about, pleasesay hello and introduce yourself,and feel free to share someof your CdM stories.”6 www.cdmchamber.com

CORONA DEL MAR CHAMBER OF COMMERCEVILLAGE FLAGS—by Jacqueline WittmeyerFlags! Flags! Flags!Did you ever wonder who puts theAmerican flags along Pacific Coast Highwayin the village on special “flag days”?You guessed it: Dedicated volunteers forthe Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce.There are seven days a year when early in the morning, 6o’clock, volunteers gather to put up the flags, then re-convene inthe evening to take them down—Presidents Day, Memorial Day,Flag Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, September 11, and VeteransDay. We can get them up or down in less than 45 minutes withenough volunteers. Currently the flag committee chairperson isJacqueline Wittmeyer of Coldwell Banker, whose vision is 100flags and 100 people...a parade! You are welcome to join us on anygiven flag day. We have a lot of fun, and in the morning gather atPain du Monde who gives us coffee for our patriotism and community spirit. Call Jacqueline to sign up or to get more information at949-760-8781. Our next flag holiday is Presidents Day on Monday, February 18...join us!Chamber Member Spotlight:COAST BARBER SHOPEDDIE “FAST EDDIE” BAÑUELOSThe Corona del MarChamber of Commerce wouldlike to sincerely congratulateEddie “Fast Eddie” Bañuelos atCoast Barber Shop on celebratinghis 40th anniversary! InterviewingEddie was such a funsurprise with so many stories ofCorona del Mar history.Eddie served as a U.S. militarysergeant back in 1958 andupon his return home, workedas an onsite barber for FordAerospace in Newport Beach.After the Vietnam War, Fordlaid off many engineers livingin the area so Eddie decided togo into business for himself inCorona del Mar and quicklybuilt his clientele on referralsand friends.Coast Barber Shop hasbeen in its current location at333 Marigold Avenue sinceJuly 1967, and has enjoyedmany generations of families,friends, and dignitaries. Eddie’sclientele includes NewportBeach policemen, congressmen,celebrities, and militaryfolks who line up at the busyshop for a cut and a visit.Working alongside Eddieis his nephew Angel Garcia,and fellow serviceman JimSaldivar. Ironically, it wasn’tuntil Jim was carrying an oldmilitary picture that Eddie andJim realized they were bothin the picture and stationedtogether at Fort Ord at thesame time. Some things are justmeant to be.Eddie and his wife of 50years raised their three childrenin Orange. When asked howlong he plans on working, Eddie’sreply is “another 40 years.”So, if you haven’t yet metEddie, stop on by where thetwirling red, white, and bluepole symbolizes a true “Barber”shop, one of the few remainingprofessions of its time.Eddie also finds time toplay in several bands andperforms Latin and Swingentertainment for various communityorganizations.7 www.cdmchamber.com

2008 BIDADVISORY BOARDBernie SvalstadChairmanBPS Newport Financial, Inc.Mark SchuleinVice ChairmanCrown Ace HardwareSharon DawsonSecretary/TreasurerPriority Real Estate Services, Inc.Beverley “B.J.” JohnsonPrudential Real EstateAli ZadehPort RestaurantJim WalkerThe Bungalow RestaurantBID APPOINTMENTSAND VOLUNTEERSEd SelichNewport Beach City CouncilScott PalmerBID AdministrationTBAPlanning Department,City of Newport BeachLinda LeonhardCdM Chamber of CommerceVal SkoroParks, Beaches & RecreationNancy GardnerNewport Beach City CouncilWade RobertsSherman Library & GardensRon YeoRon Yeo, FAIA Architect, Inc.▼For ongoing updatesfrom theBusiness ImprovementDistrict, visitwww.cdmvillage.comDevelopment ofConceptual PlansPreliminary studies, design& renderings completed ofthe CdM Vision PlanClock TowerCompletion of Town SquareClock Tower at Margueriteintersection as part of theVillage Green & parkingfacility conceptualized forthis areaSidewalk EnhancementsCORONA DEL MAR BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTVISION PLAN: ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2000-2007• New high-quality sidewalkpaving material with texture& feeling of aestheticuniformity• Landscaped nodes & curbtapers created for additionallandscaping & parklikeatmosphere• Tree wellsParking LaneEnhancementParking lanes treated withsame material as sidewalks,creating impression of widersidewalks/narrower street;additional trees in parkinglanes (without interferingw/parking) to further create“village” feelingPublic OutreachDeveloped the BID’s identity& marketing platforms forsuccessful execution ofpublic awareness & inclusionin the City’s General PlanPedestrian SafetyCrossingOrchid Crosswalk: Installationof lighted crosswalk &overhangIris Crosswalk: Budgetapproval for installation ofsignal or lighted crosswalkRelinquishment ofCoast HighwayFacilitated efforts for successfulrelinquishment ofCoast Hwy. from Caltransto City of Newport Beach toallow Vision Plan to moveforward without CaltransinterferenceHoliday DécorPurchased holiday decorations& coordinated décorprogram to include 20-ft.lighted Xmas tree, reindeer,garland, lighted palms &annual dolphin décor &maintenance~ FUTURE VISION PLAN COMPONENTS ~Lighting FixturesDecorative “Heritage” lightingfixtures which includepermanent brackets forhanging decorative banners& flower basketsVillage GreenCreate Town Square VillageGreen at Margueriteintersection, with parkingplaced beneath to accommodateFarmers Market &provide public gatheringplaceStreet FurnitureA coordinated collection tobe completed:• Benches• Trash containers• Bicycle racks• Drinking fountains withpet bowls at base• News racks• Bus stopsRestaurant Row• Create garden walk withoutdoor dining alongarea of Carnation & PCH,including:• Special outdoor lighting• Enhanced parking• LandscapingVision Plan Phase I(Median Channelization)Completion of Hwy. mediansfeaturing lush landscaping,irrigation & uplightingStreet FurniturePurchased and installed newbus stop benches with overhangs,sidewalk benches &trash receptacles. Additionalitems to be scheduled.**Maintenance plan needsdevelopment**IntersectionMajor AccentsAs outlined in Vision Plan:• Marguerite & PCH• Eastern gateway(Seaward Road)• Western gateway(Avocado)• Orchid• MacArthur & PCHParking PlanEstablish public parkingareas and increase parkingspaces for CdM businessdistrict**Major ongoingcomponent**

NOMINATE A CORONA DEL MAR BUSINESS TO WIN ABEAUTIFICATION AWARDGo to www.CdMVillage.com or call (949) 673-4050What is a Beautification Award?The Corona del Mar Beautification Award program was designed by the Business ImprovementDistrict to encourage and honor business owners in the CdM business district for upgrades madeto the physical appearance of their storefronts. The atmosphere and aesthetic appearance of thevillage is a project all business owners can take pride in. By working together, we all contribute tothe success of our community, and in turn become that much closer towards achieving the overallVision Plan for Corona del Mar.Who Can Nominate a CdM Business to Win a Beautification Award?Anyone in the local area can nominate a Corona del Mar business to win a Beautification Award.Just visit www.CdMVillage.com or call (949) 673-4050.How Often Are the Awards Given & What Do Recipients Receive?The Beautification Awards are chosen on a bi-monthly basis and awarded to the winning businessrecipient at the CdM Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon or at the Business ImprovementDistrict monthly meeting. Each winning recipient will proudly receive a custom award plaque to hangin their place of business along with a half-page editorial and photo in the Village Voice communitynewsletter.Who Votes on the Beautification Award Winners?Each month the CdM BID Advisory Board will review the list of candidates and call for a vote.The remaining candidates will stay on the ballot for the following month’s vote.What Is the Criteria to be Nominated for this Award?Any physical improvement to a Corona del Mar storefront business that has an impact on theaesthetics of the village business district. From full business remodels, to new awnings, paint, flowerboxes and more can qualify for this award.BID MEMBERS:GET INVOLVED& INFORMED!Advisory Boardmeetings are open tothe public: you arealways welcome!January 25February 227:30 - 9:00 a.m.CdM Chamber Office:2855 E. Coast Hwy.,Suite 101For more information:www.CdMVillage.comA Sampling of Award-Winning StorefrontsCOMMUNITYSURVEYCENTRALWE WOULD LIKE TOHEAR FROM YOU!Please describe theparking problemsyou encounter inCorona del Mar.POST YOUR COMMENTS:WWW.CDMVILLAGE.COM

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