February 2017 Vol. 38 Issue 2 modchamber.org
HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS
Serve Community’s Changing Needs
An Unparalleled Opportunity
Stanislaus Family Justice Center
Seeds of Success
NOW’S THE TIME.
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CONTENTS FEBRUARY 2017 Mission Statement
The Modesto Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to serving the greater Modesto Area, regional businesses and community prosperity through advocacy, collaboration, access to leaders, economic development, connectivity and business education.
Executive Committee Chairman Eric Tobias, F&M Bank
Chairman-Elect Steven Rank, Rank Investigations and Protection, Inc.
Past Chairman David Gianelli, Gianelli & Associates Vice Chairman, External Operations Stephen Madison, STANCO Vice Chairman, Internal Operations Patricia Gillum, Patricia A. Gillum,CPA Directors Elliot Begoun, The Intertwine Group Brad Blakeley, Edward Jones Investments Todd Falduti,Vintage Faire Mall Ryan Fitzpatrick,Valley Lexus David Gingerich, TD Gingerich Insurance Solutions, Inc. Paul Holshouser, Flowers Baking Co. of Modesto Michael Howell, Blom & Associates Warren Kirk, Doctors Medical Center Naomi Layland, Huff Construction Co, Inc. Craig Lewis, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Virginia Madueño, Imagen, LLC DeSha McLeod, Community Hospice Inc. Tom Nielsen, Individual Member Peggy O’Donnell, Mid-Valley Promotion Dillon Olvera, Beard Land & Investment Co. Kay Peck, HealthSouth Rehabilitation of Modesto Thomas Reeves, Pacific Gas & Electric Co. Kole Siefken, DoubleTree Hotel Lucy Virgen, Bank of the West Pete Zahos, Sysco Central California, Inc. Advisors Keith Boggs, Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office George Boodrookas, Modesto Junior College David Boring, Never Boring Kristopher Helton, Leadership Modesto Jim Holgersson, City of Modesto David White, The Alliance Melissa Williams, Modesto Irrigation District Cecil Russell, President/CEO Modesto Chamber of Commerce CRussell@ModChamber.org Publisher: Modesto Chamber of Commerce 209.577.5757 • Progress@ModChamber.org www.ModChamber.org Graphic Design: Never Boring 209.526.9136 • www.neverboring.com Printer: The Parks Group 209.576.2568 • mike@theparksgroup.com Distribution: The Parks Group 209.576.2568 Advertising Sales: Never Boring 209.526.9136 • progress@neverboring.com © Copyright 2016 Modesto Chamber of Commerce. Some parts of this magazine may be reproduced or reprinted, however, we require that permission be obtained in writing. 209.577.5757, Progress@ModChamber.org
PROGRESS MAGAZINE 1114 J Street • Modesto, CA 95354 209. 577.5757 • Fax 209. 577.2673 www.ModChamber.org Progress@ModChamber.org
LEADERSHIP
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Message from the CEO
COVER STORY
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Healthcare Providers Serve Community’s Changing Needs EDITORIAL
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Crows Landing Industrial Business Park EDUCATION
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ETC! 2017 Educational Technology Conference
GUEST COLUMN
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Stanislaus Family Justice Center
NETWORKING & REFERRALS
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Chamber Calendar
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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Leadership Modesto: Local Government Day
ASK THE EXPERTS
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Local Accountants
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Modesto Chamber of Commerce.
Mark Your Calendar Ag Aware Luncheon 2017 Date: Date: April 7, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: MJC ACE Ag Pavilion Ticket price: $25
STATE OF THE REGION: CONGRESSIONAL UPDATE GUEST SPEAKER CONGRESSMAN JEFF DENHAM Date: Apr. 19, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Gallo Center for the Arts Ticket price: $50 Contact the Modesto Chamber to purchase tickets or for information on sponsorship opportunities 209.577.5757| www.ModChamber.org
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MESSAGE FROM THE CEO By Cecil Russell, Chamber President and CEO
Happy Valentine’s Day—February is already here. With a great start to 2017, one thing the Chamber is happy about is the city of Modesto holding its first meeting of the 2017 Comprehensive Fees Task Force. The purpose is to review and align all development-related fees with the goals and policies of the City’s General and Strategic Plans. This Task Force will have a wide range of participants that will have the opportunity CECIL RUSSELL CHAMBER PRESIDENT to review and understand the regional AND CEO development- related range fee picture in Modesto, compare the fees in context with the marketplace, and create a framework to evaluate new fee rate in a coordinated fashion. The Modesto Chamber will have a seat at the table of this task force. Thomas Reeves of Pacific Gas & Electric, Chamber Board of Directors, and our Chairman of Government Relations will represent us. Stephen Madison of STANCO, who is our Chairman of External Relations, will also serve on this new task force. The outcome from this task force should be more businessfriendly processes at city hall, which will help establish effective and efficient procedures to encourage economic growth. Modesto is making some progress as it pursues new Modesto to Los Angeles flight service. The city has been engaged with Great Lakes Airlines to start passenger flight service to Los Angeles. Opportunity Stanislaus has been working to attain pilots that will reside in our city to serve Great Lakes Airline. We have been supportive of the effort for the past couple of years and will continue to support this endeavor. They have made progress and will continue to recruit until there are sufficient pilots to sustain profitable operations. We believe that flights to and from Los Angles will bring huge dividends to Modesto. Grimbleby Coleman CPAs, a 30 year plus member of the Chamber, held a celebration in January. It was an open house event to meet the people behind the numbers. It was a celebration that featured food from over ten restaurants in Modesto. Thank you to Grimbleby Coleman for what you do for our community!
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At our 103rd Annual Gala & Members Choice Awards we had the pleasure of honoring Bob Piccinini and The Save Mart Companies for their dedicated service with our Robert Cardoza J. Citizen of the Year and Lifetime Achievement Award. We also honored Craig Lewis (Berkshire Hathaway), Paul Van Konynenburg (Britton Konynenburg Partners), and Vito Chiesa (local farmer and Stanislaus County Board Supervisor) with our Distinguish Service Award for their tireless work on the passage of our transportation Measure L Better Roads Safer Streets. We again thank these individuals and their companies for their unselfish support of our community. The Modesto Chamber will host a State of the Region event on Apr. 19 at The Gallo Center for the Arts. Our speaker will be Congressman Jeff Denham. It will be a congressional update on subjects that affect our region. We are pleased that Congressman Denham was re-elected for his fourth term. He has served our district well and, with his experience, he should continue to serve us with distinction. We will continue to partner with Modesto Irrigation District, Turlock Irrigation District, the Stanislaus County Farm Bureau, and others to fight for water. This battle with the State Water Resource Board is one of the most important issues that faces our region. The negative economic impact with the proposed increase in water flows would be devastating to our region. Visit worthyourfight.org for more ways to help. Please continue to write letters in opposition to this water grab. Please save the date and purchase your tickets for our 22nd Annual Ag Aware Luncheon. This event continues to raise funds for our Modesto area FFA students. The event is Apr. 7 and located at the MJC ACE Ag Pavilion, on the west campus. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available. Contact Cheryl Foote at 209.577.5757 or cfoote@modchamber.org for more information. P
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Healthcare Providers Serve Community’s Changing Needs By Jacqui D. Sinarle
As the population in the Stanislaus County area grows, ages and evolves, so do our healthcare needs—and, as those need, change, healthcare providers are responding by expanding their services for local residents and surrounding communities.
outdoor space,” Koelsch added. “It’s also in a great location at 2828 Healthcare Way, across from the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Modesto.” El Rio Memory Care Community is operated by Koelsch Communities. Family owned and operated for nearly 60 years, Koelsch Communities’ second generation leads the industry in memory care by training and employing licensed nurses and professional staff on-site 24 hours a day. Koelsch Communities utilize the specially designed Personal Touch Program and are committed to bringing dignity, respect and the highest standards of service to residents and family members.
EL RIO MEMORY CARE COMMUNITY Ground was broken for El Rio Memory Care Community in August 2016, and the new community is expected to open this summer. “El Rio will be home to 72 residents as they journey through life with Alzheimer’s and other early and late stage dementias in a warm and caring atmosphere,” explained Aaron Koelsch, CEO and president. El Rio Memory Care Community will provide patient care with licensed nurses 24 hours a day, hourly and respite care, and the Personal Touch Care Program that is specially designed to instill significance in every interaction. El Rio has a family legacy of care and is dedicated to providing compassionate service and committed to excellence. “We are very excited to have this opportunity to be part of Modesto, ” Koelsch said. “El Rio Memory Care Community will provide exclusive memory care in an environment that is regionally inspired with surprises around every corner and featuring great outdoor walkways and
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VALLEY CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE Valley Children’s Healthcare will break ground for a new specialty care center in Modesto in spring 2017. The specialty care center will be located on Pelandale east of Costco, Lowe's, and Save Mart and is expected to open in summer 2018. “The first phase of the project is 36,000 square feet and will include specialties that we provide at our McHenry Specialty Care Center, such as cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, pediatric surgery, pulmonology, urology, orthopaedics, endocrinology, otolaryngology, hematology, nephrology and plastic surgery,” said Michael Goldring, Valley Children’s senior vice president and chief administrative officer. The second phase of the project will bring the expansion to a total of 62,000 square feet and will be completed at a future date based on patient volume and need. Both property and construction will be funded with cash reserves. “Our McHenry Specialty Care Center received 9,656 patient visits in fiscal year 2015, and we project that number to grow to
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more than 27,000 visits a year within the next decad e,” Goldring noted. “The new specialty care center will accommodate this growth and ensure that children in the North Valley can see pediatric care specialists close to home.” One of the largest pediatric healthcare networks in the nation, Valley Children’s is a nonprofit organization that serves 11 counties and operates Valley Children’s Hospital in Madera as well as clinics and satellite facilities throughout the area.
complements its existing Interventional Radiologye.DMC is also opening two new Cardiac Catheterization Labs, the first one expected to be complete in early 2017. Both cath labs upgrade DMC’s existing technology used to visualize the arteries and chambers of the heart and treat narrowings or abnormalities.
“Everyone at Valley Children’s is specially trained to care for kids,” Goldring added. “We operate the only children’s hospital in Central California and we’re dedicated to caring for children in this region.”
In addition, DMC has invested in the daVinci XI Robotic Surgery Center, equipped with the latest robotic surgery technology designed for greater maneuverability for physicians and better outcomes for patients. This new robot doubles DMC’s capacity for robotic surgery and assists robotically trained surgeons in general surgery and the specialties of gynecological, bariatric, urological, and uro/gynecological surgeries.
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DMC is also opening a new conference center at 1445 McHenry Ave. to provide easily accessible space for community health education and other educational and community services.
Doctors Medical Center is enhancing its services in a number of areas. DMC’s Bi-Plane Interventional Radiology Suite will open in early 2017 with a state-of-the-art imaging system designed to diagnose and treat neurological disorders including stroke and brain aneurysms. The bi-plane is new technology for DMC and
“Doctors Medical Center was founded by pioneering doctors and has maintained the tradition of being the first to bring stateof-the-art technology to the community,” said Tiffani Burns, marketing manager. “We are committed to improving the quality of life of every person who enters our doors, and the best way to do that is to ensure that we have some of the best technology available.” P
For information about El Rio visit: www.koelschseniorcommunities.com/seniorliving/ca/modesto/el-rio. For information about Valley Children’s visit: www.valleychildrens.org. For more information about Doctors Medical Center visit: www.dmc-modesto.com.
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C RO W S L A NDI NG I N D U S T R I A L B U S I N E S S PA R K ( C L I B P ) AN UNPARALLELED OPPOR TUNITY...
Keith D. Boggs, Assistant Executive Officer County of Stanislaus PROJECT HISTORY
MARKET ABSORPTION ANALYSIS
From the commissioning of the Naval Auxiliary Air Station Alameda in 1942 until the decommissioning of the Crows Landing Flight Facility / Ames Research Center by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in 1999, the military and civilian work force who lived and worked at the former Crows Landing airfield proudly served the nation. The multiple missions and operations that occurred at Crows Landing brought new residents to Stanislaus County and contributed to the economic prosperity of the County, Central Valley, and the State of California and to the security of our nation.
Based on a recent survey of available sites and interviews with select real estate brokers, the primary market area associated with CLIBP is defined as the two-county region of Stanislaus and San Joaquin Counties. Several key characteristics point favorably to the potential and the opportunity for success:
Military operations at Crows Landing decreased following the Cold War, and the airfield was identified for closure by the Department of Defense’s Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commission during the 1990s. The United States Congress conveyed the former military property to Stanislaus County in 2004 pursuant to Public Law 106-82. Since that time, the County has embraced the opportunity to revitalize the County’s economy through the reuse of the former airfield to the benefit of County residents and the region as a whole. For many years, the unemployment rate in Stanislaus County has been higher than the statewide average. Many jobs within the County do not provide wages that are sufficient to sustain a household, and as a result, residents seeking sustainable-wage jobs must undertake commutes to distant jobs centers outside of the County, f requently traveling to Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area (Bay Area). A 2014 analysis of commuting patterns in the North San Joaquin Valley, which includes San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Merced counties, indicated that approximately 23 percent of Stanislaus County’s employed residents commute outside of the County, and nine percent of its residents commute to San Francisco Bay Area communities. The five employment sectors with the highest proportion of residents traveling outside of the County to work were construction; transportation; warehousing and utilities; public administration; wholesale trade; and manufacturing. For more than a decade, the County has pursued the development of a locally based, regional employment center on the 1,528-acre former military facility to improve its jobs-to-housing imbalance and provide locally based opportunities for sustainable-wage jobs that will not require commutes beyond the County’s borders. To that end, the County has designated the former Crows Landing Air Facility as the Crows Landing Industrial Business Park (CLIBP) for the purpose of job creation. To support the economic development of the County’s west side in particular, and the County as a whole, the CLIBP will focus on the job creation in three of the five industries that cause its residents to commute most: industrial uses, including manufacturing and assembly; transportation and warehousing (logistics); public administration/facilities, including public administration offices, law enforcement, and public safety services; as well as general office, business park and similar uses.
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• CLIBP site consist of ~1,528 gross acres, of which 880 net acres are
designated for industrial uses and have the potential to support ~15 million square feet of built inventory. • The two strongest advantages offered by the CLIBP are its potential to
support large building footprints and the proximity to the I-5 corridor • The CLIBP site is estimated to represent 16% of total market area
competitive land supply in the region and 40% of competitive land supply within Stanislaus County. • The size of the CLIBP site and its proximity to residential development
could position it to attract heavier industrial users and the site’s proximity to Silicon Valley could help attract users involved in emerging technologies. • An estimated 56,700 new industrial jobs are anticipated in the primary
area over a 30-year period. • Model suggests there will be demand for ~18.9 to 26.4 million square feet of new industrial space in Stanislaus County during the next 30 years.
Reuse of the former Crows Landing military property with the CLIBP development are central to Stanislaus County’s ongoing strategy to create sustainable-wage jobs for the residents of Stanislaus County and the nearby areas of the North San Joaquin Valley. With proximity to Interstate corridors and a proven location for logistics and goods movement sectors, the Crows Landing Industrial Business Park is poised to make a significant and positive impact on the jobs balance in Stanislaus County and Northern California over time. P FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT: WWW.CROWSBIZPARK.BIZ
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EDUCATION ETC ! 2 0 1 7 : EDU C ATI O N A L T E C HN O L O G Y C O N F E R E N C E By Sally Savona, Division Director, Technology & Learning Resources, Stanislaus County Office of Education
Technology has always been a part of the educational landscape. The goal is to prepare students to enter the workforce and leverage technical knowledge to be productive members of the community. In most traditional educational settings, students have been escorted to a lab on campus to engage in “computer time,” where they practice introductory coding or interact with media of some type. Currently, teachers are SALLY SAVONA DIVISION DIRECTOR integrating technology into classroom lesson plans to enhance student achievement and also improve the technical skills of both themselves and their students.
This is where the Educational Technology Conference (ETC) plays a pivotal role for staff and students in Stanislaus County. ETC is a professional development conference designed to assist educators in learning how to implement the latest and greatest technology has to offer, and also demonstrate best practices in supporting students in mastering the California State Standards. ETC has offered this premiere educational technology event for the past 18 years. For the third consecutive year, this event will be hosted at Stanislaus State University on Saturday, Feb. 25. The conference
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draws roughly 1,000 educators to campus to attend sessions led by more than 150 experts in the area of technology integration. Teachers, administrators, and school support staff engage in a number of strands including: Google Apps for Education, Apple and iOS, robotics and coding, special education, primary technology, web based tools, curricular integration, secondary languages, and many more. This unique environment provides primary, secondary, high school, and higher education staff members the opportunity to collaborate and learn what students are doing with entry level technology, as well as what is expected of them as they work their way through the K-12 system and beyond. Increased technology and access to devices, both on campus and at home, is picking up steam with many school districts in support of State Standards. The frameworks were designed to ensure students are prepared for a career and/or college. Many of the standards include language that speaks specifically to the use of technology and how a student should make use of it to achieve the desired learning outcome. An excerpt from the introduction to the California State Standards highlight:
Research and media skills blended into the standards as a whole: To be ready for college, workforce training, and life in a technological society, students need the ability to gather, comprehend, evaluate, synthesize, and summarize information and ideas, to conduct original research to answer questions or solve problems, and to analyze and create a high volume and extensive range of print and nonprint texts in media forms old and new. The need to conduct research and to produce and consume media is embedded into every aspect of today’s curriculum. In like fashion, research and media skills and understandings are embedded in the Standards rather than treated in a separate section.
For information related to technology in the classroom or ETC! 2017, or to partner with ETC!, call the Stanislaus County Office of Education: Technology and Learning Resources Division at 209.238.1400. P
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To view the preliminary schedule for ETC! 2017 visit: www.etc2017.sched.org To register to attend visit: bit.ly/etc2017 and click “Register.” "California Common Core Standards." California Department of Education. California Department of Education, 1 Mar. 2013. Web. 05 Jan. 2017.
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GUEST COLUMN STA NI SL A US FA M I LY JU S T I C E C E N T E R By: Carol Shipley, Excutive Director Just 11 years ago, Judge Linda McFadden learned of a new program to provide services to domestic violence victims through a collaborative, one-stop shop approach. In 2006, Judge McFadden asked a group of county leaders to take up the development of a Family Justice Center in Stanislaus County. At that time, newly-elected District Attorney Birgit Fladager agreed to take the leadership role, and thus was born the beginning of the Stanislaus Family Justice Center. With the diligent support of our District Attorney and a number of local supporters, our community started on the path to create our own Family Justice Center—a one stop shop for victims of domestic violence and child abuse—a facility for the co-location of services to provide resources and assistance to victims and their families. In 2010, the vision became a reality with the support of a strong, willed board, community support, executive director Tom Ciccarelli, and the District Attorney’s office. The Stanislaus Family Justice Center (SFJC) opened their doors and began providing services to victims in a wraparound approach that had not been done before. We have now been open for six years. We have provided services to 7,208 adults and 6,938 children, both new and returning clients; serving approximately 280 new adult clients each year. The SFJC has been generously rewarded with the ongoing support of the Foster and Gallo families, but also with the passion of its directors.
As quickly as Carol Shipley retired from the District Attorney’s office, the Center was able to encourage her to serve as our Executive Director following Tom Ciccarelli’s retirement. The Center has been thriving with Carol at the helm. Her undeniable passion for clients and care providers is demonstrated each and every day. In Carol’s career with the District Attorney’s office, it was evident that she could be tough on crime but sensitive to the needs of her staff and the victims. That same dedication and focus is what she has brought to the Center. Carol adeptly works with her board of community members, coordinates numerous volunteers, manages her staff, and continues to ensure the respective partner agencies are meeting the needs of the clients. During this time of the year, people are often asked to support a variety of non profits and the good works they do for our community. Under Carol Shipley’s leadership at the Center, the SFJC has continued to see success, but success comes at a price. This year, we are asking our holiday donors to consider contributing to the Center in honor of our Executive Director Carol Shipley, to recognize the work she does, and to support her and her staff as they continue to give a voice to the victims served. We are fortunate to have many wonderful donors who support the SFJC. Many enjoy giving to our Art Restores Kids Outreach Program and sending kids to camp. It’s easy to understand the wonderful feeling you get helping children, and that support is very much appreciated. Such generous giving has helped us send 96 kids to camp in 2016 and provided parties for these kids. This is a very necessary part of mitigating the trauma that these children are experiencing right now. What we also need though is to provide safety and healing for the parents of these children. If we don’t help the abused parent, it's a disservice to their children. The Stanislaus Family Justice Center needs to increase our staff and partners to provide the needed services to the victims in our community. We need to be able to provide our clients with professional counseling, medical care, transportation, parenting classes, job training, personal coaching, financial literacy, credit counseling, and much more. We need sustainable funding to do this. Yes, we have grants, but grants run out. Grants can also be restrictive to the services and/or clients that we can serve. We need community members to understand that the Family Justice Center saves lives. We need the community’s support to continue helping victims in our community. We need your help if we are to put an end to the cycle of violence. Donations can be made to the Stanislaus Family Justice Center located at 1625 I St. P The Stanislaus Family Justice Center is the recipient of the Non-Profit of the Year and Members Choice Awards for the Modesto Chamber of Commerce's 103rd Annual Gala.
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& CORE VALUES Integrity Conducting ourselves and our business honestly and ethically
Commitment Building success through dedication to our clients, colleagues, community and families
Innovation Proactively seeking new ideas, alternatives and solutions in an ever-changing world
Teamwork Utilizing our collective expertise to achieve common goals in an environment of respect and open communication
Excellence Upholding our tradition of providing best in class services through the continuous development of our quality people
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING* Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
NEW CHAMBER MARKETING TOOLS CLASS Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
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BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS United Cerebral Palsay of Stanislaus County 4265 Spyres Wy. #2 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
CHAMBER U - BASIC LEAN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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Sierra Vista Child & Family Services 1700 McHenry Village Way, #16 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING* Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS San Joaquin Valley College 5380 Pirrone Rd. 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
NEW CHAMBER MARKETING TOOLS CLASS Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
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MS West Enterprises 4171 Industrial Wy. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
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AMBASSADOR/WELCOME TEAM* Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.
NEW CHAMBER MARKETING TOOLS CLASS Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1114 J St. 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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February Events
The Modesto Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce an exclusive partnership with AgSafe to launch the Seeds of Success (SOS) Employment Training Series. This series is designed to be a value added service to Modesto Chamber of Commerce members. Each month SOS will offer Chamber members and their employees with essential training topics in the areas of human resources and safety. AgSafe, a Modesto based nonprofit has been providing training and resources for employers in California for over 25 years serving nearly 75,000 individuals. They have been widely known for their commitment to infusing practitioner based training solutions for the industries’ most pressing needs, assisting businesses to remain compliant, safe, and competitive. AgSafe is thrilled to partner with the Modesto Chamber and extend their expertise and knowledge to Modesto Chamber businesses.
UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF STANISLAUS COUNTY UCP of Stanislaus County provides high quality educational, vocational, and support services to adults with developmental disabilities to aid in their ability to thrive. UCP has three operational locations in Stanislaus County serving over 100 adults with developmental needs. Here at UCP we are fortunate to work with such amazing people and have the opportunity to partner with so many other great organizations who help fulfill the UCP mission of, “advancing the independence, productivity,and full citizenship of persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities." P
Universal Safety Laws and Regulations Webinar February 13 | 11:30AM-1:00PM | $65 Course Length: 1.5 hours
This course will provide you with an overview of the current regulations that affect workplace safety. This course will review key California safety regulations, help you identify the regulations that are relevant to your operation, and show you how to access the regulations online.
Please Join Us for Business After Hours February 16th at 5:30 p.m.
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New Employment Laws & Regulations Webinar February 21 | 9:00AM-10:00AM | $50 Course Length: 1 hour
The new year rings in a number of new regulatory mandates which will affect the way in which your business will function. Join AgSafe President and CEO Amy Wolfe as she breaks down issues which will significantly impact your business. This webinar will cover the revised I-9 form, minimum wage increases and much more.
First Aid/CPR February 23 | 8:00AM-3:00PM | $85 | Chamber Office Course Length: 6 hours
AgSafe is a Medic First Aid Training Center and provides an employer specific First Aid/CPR course. The certification is good for 2 years and complies with state regulations specific to employee first aid training requirements. The course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge necessary to respond to an emergency and perform basic first aid treatment, including CPR for adults.
For more information, please contact AgSafe 209.526.4400 or safeinfo@agsafe.org
SIERRA VISTA CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES Please join us for the Modesto Chamber of Commerce After Hours Event on Feb. 16 at 5:30 p.m. at our 1700 McHenry Village Way # 16 location. Also, to support and celebrate all things photographic, we are one of the many hosts of Foto Modesto. At our After Hours Event we will be featuring one of the local artists of Foto Modesto, Dan Souza and his beautiful photography. Dan is a local artist/photographer, former Director of Stanislaus Behavioral Health and Recovery Services and a supporter of Sierra Vista. The past few years he has begun a photographic study of old churches. In addition to pursuing scenic locations and wildlife he also pursues old church structures of at least 100 years old. Dan is also currently serving on the Sierra Vista Southeast Stanislaus Advisory Board. Come out and support Sierra Vista and Foto Modesto on Feb. 16 at 1700 McHenry Village Way # 16. P FEBRUARY 2017
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PEOPLE ON THE MOVE
Here at kitchen & bath CRATE, we're excited to offer a new service beginning March 1st–custom kitchen cabinets! We currently refinish and reface your existing cabinets, but when the cabinets you have now just don’t do the job, kitchenCRATE Custom allows for you to work with our designers and create the cabinet design that's perfect for you!
Littler elevates Sacramento Attorney Barbara A. Blackburn to Shareholder.
About kitchen & bath CRATE kitchen & bath CRATE is a kitchen and bathroom renovation company headquartered in Modesto, California. Aside from high-level craftsmanship, what makes kitchen & bath CRATE so special is that they take as little as seven days to complete a kitchen or bathroom makeover. Guaranteed on time, every time. Check-out client testimonials and hundreds of project photos at www.kbcrate.com.
Barbara A. Blackburn, an attorney in the Sacramento office of Littler,
the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has been elevated to shareholder, effective Jan. 1, 2017. Littler has elevated a total of 23 attorneys to shareholder status across the firm’s U.S. offices. Barbara Blackburn represents employers up and down the Central Valley and beyond in a broad range of employment matters arising under federal and state law, such as discrimination and harassment, unfair competition and trade secrets, wage and hour, and wrongful termination. She handles all phases of employment litigation, including arbitration, mediation and trial. Blackburn earned her J.D. from the University of California Hastings College of the Law and her B.A. from Mills College. P
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Springtime in Paris Tea & Fashion Show
March 11, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. The Tea and Fashion Show also includes an accessories boutique with Spring accessories available for purchase. In addition, there will be a raffle auction for gift baskets valued at $100 or more. Lunch, tea and dessert is provided. All proceeds will benefit the Women’s New Life Program. Ticket prices are $35 each, 2 for $65, or $300 for a premium table, which is along the stage and catwalk. They will be available for purchase at the Mission office at 1400 Yosemite Bl., www.EventBrite.com or by calling Natalie at 209.225.2951, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Uncensored - A hysterical night of laughter with Emmy awardwinning actor and comedian Leslie Jordan. Feb. 18th at 8 p.m. | The State Theatre | 1307 J St. Orchestra Seating and First Row of Balcony Seating $45 Balcony Seating $35 Tickets can be purchased at thestate.org *Sign Language interpretation provided. For information on seating for the deaf, please call 209.372.3056
NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS J. PAUL BAGAN & ASSOCIATES
Paul Bagan 8531 Mariners Dr. #85 Stockton, CA 95219 209.478.3561 www.modesto.dalecarnegie.com
MORGAN STANLEY – GABRIEL VASQUEZ, FINANCIAL ADVISOR
Gabriel Vasquez 1020 10th St. Modesto, CA 95354 209.576.2134 209.576.3297 www.morganstanleyfa.com/gabriel.vasquez/
VALLEY DIABETES & OBESITY
Sachin Gangupantula 5420 Gold Hill Dr. Riverbank, CA 95367 209.497.4677
To become a member of the Chamber visit us at www.modchamber.org or call our Membership Director, John Villines, at 209.577.5757
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT DAY By Steve Collins, Center for Human Services
STEVE COLLINS 16/17
On Jan. 13th, the Leadership Modesto class embarked on Local Government Day. The day began in the basement of 1010 10th St. in a building co-occupied by both City of Modesto and Stanislaus County employees. It was here in the basement that we learned about the adventures that awaited us. Each of us got a chance to share what we were most looking forward to that day. “Putting a face to the name,” “getting a chance to ask questions,” and “a general learning about our local government” were consistent themes echoed by the class.
On our first stop, we engaged in a local government 101 class headed by Joe Lopez and Jody Hayes. This comedic duo informed the class about the many challenges that are faced by the City and County. We learned about the fiscal challenges our community faces. It was here that we first heard of a common theme that would ring loudly throughout the rest of the day: teamwork. No single group can accomplish their goals without working together with other groups. Our next stop had us learning about the County Budget. Common challenges include staffing to capacity, how to fund obligations when recessions hit, and how to responsibly plan for the future. We also learned that even though there is a large budget, many of the fiscal obligations are legally required, leaving a much smaller pool of money for discretionary spending. With budgets still running through our mind, the class got a chance to live this out by participating in an activity entitled, “Department Wars: The Budget Awakens." Thomas Hedegard educated us in regards to how the City’s budget is divided amongst several departments. It was here we were reminded that it is often impossible to make everyone happy all the time. While our groups did our best to make cuts where possible, there was always someone to let you know that you made the wrong decision. During lunch the Leadership class had a chance to hear from a panel of individuals who have recently helped someone run, or run themselves, for local office. Mike Lynch, Mani Grewal, Kristi Ah You, and Ron Hurst shared about their experiences running for office and what they feel it takes to get elected. From knocking on doors to sending out mailers, we learned that you have to be willing to put yourself out there and be passionate about the issues. After lunch, we ventured to the sixth floor to meet with Joe Lopez and Patricia Hill Thomas. Our class was greeted with the following quote regarding leadership, “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, become more, you are a leader.” – John Quincy Adams. We also learned that no single group can solve every problem
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by themselves. It takes teamwork and a shared understanding of the obstacles we face. Upon returning to Council & Board of Supervisors Chambers, we engaged in a mock city council meeting. Ruben Imperial and Jeanette Fabela presented a proposal to tackle some of the challenges the city is facing. Some members of the class acted as city council members while the remaining class was split into two groups (those in favor of the proposal and those against). Our final activity allowed us to participate in a Q&A with Mayor Branvold, Councilmember Ridenour, and Supervisors Chiesa and Olsen. The topics ranged all over, but when asked what characteristic(s) make up a great leader, the answers were simple. Work together for the benefit of others; don’t get caught up in ego, and listen to both sides. This is the way that local government works best. It doesn’t matter if you’re a Republican or Democrat. It doesn’t matter if you are a new hire or been on staff for years. The only things that matter are a deep caring about the community in which we all live and wanting to make a positive impact in that community. Do you care about your community? Then if you’re not already involved, I would like to encourage you. Discover what you are passionate about, and find a way to make a difference. P
ASK THE EXPER TS LO O KIN G F O R A N A N S WE R ? A S K T HE E X P E R T S .
Every month, the Modesto Chamber of Commerce takes your questions straight to our local professionals. This month, local accountants are here to answer your questions. RE B E CCA T E R P S T R A, CPA Director – Atherton & Associates, LLP
IAN GRIMBL EBY, CPA Principal – Grimbleby Coleman, CPAs
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BECOMING A VICTIM OF TAX ID THEFT?
THE QUESTION WE ALWAYS GET IS “CAN I WRITE THIS OFF?”
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Tax fraud mainly involves criminals filing returns to collect a refund fraudulently. The best way to minimize this risk is to file as early as you can. The sooner you can file, the less chance a criminal has to beat you to the punch. While this is good advice, there are other things you can do as well. Here is a quick list:
• Check out the professional you hire to prepare your return
- Ask what safeguards they use to protect client information
• If you file yourself:
- Make sure you're using a secure tax-preparation software - That your computer is protected with anti-virus and anti-malware software
- Don't file using public Wi-Fi while working on your return or when filing electronically
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And our answer is always “Well, can you afford it?”
I get asked all the time if something can be written off as a business expense. Typically it is something that is a want (vs. a need) i.e. a new car, an expensive camera, SF Giants season tickets. Could an item such as these be justified as a ‘write-off ’? Yes, but many times the conversation I end up having is not about taxes, it is about whether or not it makes financial sense to spend your hard earned money on (insert want here) vs. buying (investing in) something that will help grow your business or contributing to a retirement account. From a tax perspective, many times all three of these choices (buying a want, investing in the business, or saving for retirement) have the same tax saving benefit. Don’t get me wrong, that new car sounds awesome, but in a year when cash flow is tight and you are complaining about car payments, the fact that it was a ‘write-off ’ won’t matter. P
• Check your credit report periodically for signs your financial accounts might have been compromised
• I also recommend having clients get their refunds by direct deposit.
Tax refund checks are easy to identify and mail theft is still an issue that occurs. Direct deposit is also a benefit as you will receive your refund in a much shorter time span than getting a check in the mail. P
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a series spotlighting some of our area’s most innovative and successful companies
HUFF CONSTRUCTION FOCUSES ON QUALIT Y AND HARD WORK By: Jacqui D. Sinarle
At Huff Construction Company, Inc., doing things “The Huff Way” means focusing on quality and hard work—the very same attributes that have made the business successful for more than 45 years.
“The ways we deliver our projects are diverse and customizable to meet the needs of our varied customer base, and we are committed to fostering long-term relationships with our clients,” Ardis said.
“Our commitments to quality and hard work are what built our reputation and are the reasons our clients return to us year after year,” said Brad Ardis, President. “Employees at every level in our company understand the importance of these values and work hard to live up to them on every project.”
In addition to its main construction services, Huff offers metal building solutions through its new Huff metal building division, green building solutions with its LEED certified associates, and restoration services through a partnership with Disaster Kleenup International (DKI).
Duane Huff founded Huff Construction in 1971. Today, the company is led by CEO Gary Huff and President Brad Ardis—both relatives of Duane’s who grew up working with him in the business. Huff Construction has remained true to Duane’s original intentions while also following his vision of embracing the newest technologies and staying on the forefront of the construction industry. Over the years, the business has expanded to serve beyond the greater Central Valley into all of California and the states of Arizona, Nevada, and Washington. “At our core, Huff Construction is a builder and general contractor, committed to constructing the highest quality projects possible,” Gary Huff said. “Whether we are working on innovative methods of pre-construction, in the middle of actual construction, or continuing our commitment to quality during postconstruction, our hands-on approach and 45plus years of experience as a general contractor shine through every aspect of our projects.”
“We pride ourselves in being a one-stop shop for our clients’ needs; maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality and service; and employing a great team, many of whom have been with our company for decades bringing their unmatched experience to every project,” Ardis said. Huff Construction is also an active member of the communities it serves. “We are committed to local communities not only through the projects that we build, but also by supporting the work of local nonprofits and foundations both financially and by going out and personally helping these organizations,” Ardis added. “We believe that being a successful company goes well beyond our daily operations. For Huff Construction, it’s also about giving back and supporting the communities in which we live and operate.”
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B r a n d i n g . S t ra t e g y. D e s i g n . MODESTO MEANS BUSINESS
The Chamber stands by this statement. We practice it on a daily basis. As an organization, we use Chamber Members exclusively. We hope we can ‘count on you’ to practice using Chamber Members to meet all of your business needs. You can find new and current members online at www.ModChamber.org. Progress Magazine is the voice of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, and the leading business publication in Stanislaus County. For more information or advertising info call 209.526.9136.
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Huff Construction works with a variety of companies, both large and small, in many industries, building everything from surgery centers to retail space, apartment complexes to hotels and more.
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PRESIDENT’S CLUB CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE PLATINUM LEVEL
Taco Bell
Kaiser Permanente
Acme Construction Company, Inc.
Walmart
American Chevrolet
Walmart Neighborhood Market
American Medical Response
SILVER LEVEL
E. & J. Gallo Winery
Aramark Uniform Services
DIAMOND LEVEL
Atherton & Associates, LLP
Raymond James & Associates, Inc.
Food Maxx
Rizo-Lopez Foods, Inc.
Flowers Baking Co. of Modesto, LLC
Rogers Jewelry Company
F & M Bank Galletto Ristorante Gianelli & Associates
San Joaquin Valley College Save Mart Supermarkets Smile Shine Family Dental Seven Up Bottling Corporation
Gilton Solid Waste Management, Inc.
Solecon Industrial Contractors
Brightwood College
Golden Valley Health Centers
Solar City
Capax-Giddings, Corby, Hynes, Inc.
Brunn & Flynn
Grimbleby Coleman CPAs, Inc.
Solid Networks, Inc.
Doctors Behavioral
California State University, Stanislaus
Grover Landscape Services, Inc.
Stanislaus Distributing
Care One Home Health
Bank of the West
Beard Land and Investment Co.
Health Center- DMC
Certified Public Accountants
and Hospice, Inc.
I.J. Larsen Pumps, Inc.
Stanislaus Food Products Company Stanislaus Surgical Hospital
Doctors Medical Center-DMC
Frito-Lay Company, Inc.
Central Sanitary Supply Co.
MedAmerica Billing Services, Inc.
Central Valley Ag Grinding
Modesto & Empire Traction Co.
Central Valley Automotive
Iron Mountain, Inc.
Pacific Southwest Container
Central Valley Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge
JS West & Company
Telcion Communications Group
Physician Referral Service-DMC
Central Valley Nissan
Maxx Value Foods
TSM Insurance
Central Valley Volkswagen Hyundai
Mercer Foods
Turlock Irrigation District
Central Valley Medical Group
Mocse Credit Union
Union Bank
GOLD LEVEL
Infiniti of Modesto International Paper Company
Storer Coachways SunOpta Aseptic, Inc. Sutter Gould Medical Foundation
US Bank
5.11, Inc.
Central Valley Specialty Hospital
Crystal Creamery
Chuckchansi Gold Resort & Casino
DoubleTree Hotel
Clark Pest Control
Fiscallini Cheese Company
COIT Services Inc.
HealthSouth Rehabilitation
Collins Electrical
Oak Valley Community Bank
Vintage Faire Mall
Comcast
O’Brien’s Market
W.H. Breshears, Inc.
Memorial Medical Center
Covanta Stanislaus, Inc.
Pacific Gas & Electric Company
Warden’s Office Products Center
Modesto Irrigation District
Damrell, Nelson, Schrimp, Pallios,
Panelized Structures Inc.
Warden’s Office Furniture Outlet
Modesto Nuts Professional Baseball
RACOR, Division of Parker
Del Monte Foods
Delta Sierra Beverage
of Modesto
Hannifin Corporation
Pacher & Silva
The Modesto Bee Modesto Commerce Bank Modesto Toyota
PMZ Real Estate Prime Shine Car Wash
The Eberhardt School of Business
Switch to Vapor
English Oaks Nursing &
Prompt Staffing
Sysco Food Services of
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Pepsi Bottling Group
Seneca Foods, LLC
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