President's Message
We have a policy in our household; if you don?t vote you are not allowed to discuss politics. There is a historic vote coming up on October 7th. We are voting to recall a sitting governor, and voting to replace him in mid-term with a potential slew of candidates that range from a porn star to a movie actor. Whether or not you are pro-recall the law allows a Governor to be recalled. Governor Davis would like you to equate the recall to an impeachment, but it is not. Simply stated some of the electorate are not happy with the performance of the Governor and want a change. That?s just my opinion.
Why are people upset at the Governor? We have a huge budget deficit; we have a workman?s comp system that is driving companies out of business or out of California; insurance premiums are skyrocketing; medical insurance is beyond the reach of many hard working families. Forcing companies to provide medical insurance is not a solution. Our cities and counties are facing greatly reduced funding from the state putting many into serious financial straights. Services will be cut and Infrastructure projects will be put on hold.
Will a recall magically solve these problems .. No ? but what it will do is give our elected officials a wakeup call. What it will do is put some of the issues we are facing on the front page. If will force us to make some hard decisions. It is a simple rule in most households that if you spend more than you earn - you have to borrow. We can not tax and tax and spend and spend without the system finally breaking. We are going to have to make decisions as to who can have access to services and what types of services are offered. We need to find ways to make things work.
The only way out of our crisis is to become involved. We need to make sure our elected officials are getting the message we are not happy. We need to let them know we have some good ideas as to how to solve our problems. We will differ on these ideas, but if we do not become involved?. if we do not vote .. we can not complain about our predicament. Become involved in your community. Become involved in your government. Stay informed and let your elected officials know your opinions on issues. You have a voice .. use it!!
Welcome to Our Newest Members
The Board of Directors and Members of the Chatsworth/Porter Ranch Chamber of Commerce welcomes our newest members. We are proud to have you among us.
CREATIVE MEMORIES, Independent Consultant
Michelle R. Moore, RDA
8937 Hanna Avenue
West Hills, CA 91304
818/318-3337 (phone)
818/248-3271 (fax) email:
mrmoore@west.net
Scrapbooking
As a Creative Memories consultant, I help people prevent their memories from fading away. In my Home Classes and Home Shows I teach photo organization and useful creative photo preservation for future generations to enjoy. My workshops provide an opportunity to help clients complete their memory albums while enjoying time with their friends. Join us at a Creative Memories Workshop on Saturday, October 11, at the Chamber office. Contact me for details.
DRIVEGUYS
Greg Roover/Kevin Raub
9136 De Soto Avenue
Chatsworth, CA 91311
818/773-9744 (phone) website:
www.driveguys.com
818/773-9754 (fax) email:
Greg@driveguys.com
Computer Parts and Repair
Driveguys deals in all types of surplus computer products with a main focus and specialty in hard drives. With our highly trained and experienced hard drive technicians we have become one of the nation?s leaders in Data recovery Services. In our large retail outlet store we offer computer parts and repair.
EZ STORAGE
Charles Shapiro
9420 De Soto Ave.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
818/709-6665 (phone) website:
www.ezstorage.biz
818/709-6717 (fax) email:
cshapiro@ezstorage.biz
Self Storage
EZ Storage has been Your Friendly Neighborhood Self Storage in the San Fernando Valley for the past 30 years. With our familiar green and yellow logo prominently displayed on De Soto Ave. just south of Plummer, this locally owned and operated business prides itself on Customized Storage Solutions for any size business. Because we offer personalized customer service, convenience and reasonable competitive rates, EZ Storage is the logical choice for your storage needs.
METRO SAN FERNANDO VALLEY
Eric Rapp
9760 Topanga Canyon Boulevard
Chatsworth, CA 91311
818/701-2862 (phone) website:
www.mta.net
818/701-2811 (fax) email:
rappe@mta.net
Transportation
Metro San Fernando Valley is the local Valley office of MTA, designed to make transit service in the San Fernando Valley more responsive and efficient. Local controlby a council composed of Valley residents abd business leaders wil help ensure that our service in your community meets your needs, as well as those of your employees and your customers. Metro San Fernando Valley?Local. Responsive. Responsible.
SECONDWAVE INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Ronit Vardi
PO Box 5166
Chatsworth, CA 91313
818/773-0400 (phone) website:
SecondWave Information Systems | Home
818/773-0455 (fax) email:
info@secondwave.com
Computers
Founded in 1994, SecondWave Information Systems provides technology consulting
and guidance to public and private corporations, legal, accounting and investment
firms, startups, non-profits, government agencies and law enforcement. Business
services include objective Internet and office technology advice, cost-analysis,
ROI, hosting and e-commerce consulting, as well as oversight and review of network
and Internet architecture and contractors. ACFE board certified, founder Jeff
Fischbach provides lawyers and accountants with fraud consulting, forensic
electronic-evidence analysis, and expert testimony.
Thank You Renewing Members for Your Continued Support
The strength of the Chatsworth/Porter Ranch Chamber of Commerce lies with our membership. Renewing members are our greatest resource. Your support of the Chamber and its programs benefits all businesses as well as our community.
Air Electro
Manufacturing/Distributing
407-5400
Alexander?s Photography
Photography
718-6903
All American Audio Visual
Audio Visual Sales and Services
882-8546
Cathie?s Corner
Gifts
772-8621
Century 21 All Properties
Real Estate
882-2821
Curves
Fitness and Exercise
341-2643
ILN Technologies, Inc.
Aircraft Parts
718-1414
Money Mailer of WSFV
Direct Mail
366-8493
NMB (USA), Inc.
Manufacturer?Ball Bearings
709-1770
Our Church of Religious Science
Church
709-1451
Articles
Thanks for the Mixer
by Ivy Weiss / Allen Glazer
The Chamber would like to thank Knollwood Country Club for the delightful Networking Social it hosted on September 17. Those lucky enough to have attended were rewarded with great food, live music and a beautiful atmosphere.
Special thanks to Sandy and her staff for their warm welcome and hospitality.
The Chamber would also like to thank V.P. Membership Jenny Gosselin, Jano Graphics, for the hard work, enthusiasm and energy that she put into the event.
Networking Update
by Ivy Weiss / Allen Glazer
The Ambassadors did a wonderful job presenting a new networking program during the August Luncheon. They will be at it again in October.
Don?t miss this month?s special networking luncheon Thursday, October 23 at the Radisson Hotel Chatsworth.
Today?s contact is tomorrow?s customer.
2003 Business Expo
by Wendi Day - Chair Business Expo
We have a new date and location for one of the Chamber?s most fun and best networking events ? the 3rd Annual Business Expo! The Chamber is proud to welcome the Business Expo co-sponsor and host, Porter Valley Country Club. The event will be held at Porter Valley Country Club on Tuesday, November 11th from 3:30 to 7:30 pm.
The theme is ?Happy Days.? You can bet there will be great music, good food, wonderful door prizes and lots of networking opportunities. And, we hope the participating vendors will have fun with the theme. Decorate your table and yourself?poodle skirts, fuzzy dice, and ?DA? hairstyles will be the order of the day.
This year there is an expanded the format, which will include all businesses ? home-based to large corporations. To be sure that all vendors have the chance to see and be seen by everyone who attends, we will be having a ?Passport? again this year. All the businesses participating in the Expo will be listed in the passport and all the visitors must have a representative from each vendor sign their passport to be eligible for the grand prize drawing. We encourage the vendors to have drawings at their individual tables, as well.
We are also offering sponsorship packages to give your business even more exposure prior to and during the event.
So, don?t be left out this year, applications are already being accepted and spaces are filling up. Applications are attached in the newsletter. Please call the Chamber office with any questions you may have.
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