PULSE BEAT Serving the Community Since 1990 Yogi Ramesh demonstrates how laughter promotes a healthy heart. Networkers Know How to Laugh At a recent Chamber Networking Breakfast Yogi Ramesh Pandey proved that Paramount Networkers know how to laugh. Before the morning activities began Yogi Ramesh warmed up the group of more than seventy-five June 2005 Business Card Directory .........12-13 Cityscape ............................. 15 Help wanted .......................... 8 Closer Look ............................ 7 Mayors Corner ....................... 3 Members Only...................... 14 On Patrol ............................... 4 PEP ........................................ 9 Service Clubs........................ 13 business networkers by showing them how to laugh their way to a healthy heart, once the group got their energy level up Chamber President Bill Winters began the event by introducing Karen Sonnenberg of Total Western as Ambassador of the Quarter. Karen received a certificate of appreciation from the Chamber Board and a gift certificate for a free ad in the Pulse Beat. Next, attendees were asked to stand and share information about themselves and their companies or organizations. Following the introductions each table was asked to test their chamber knowledge by playing Chamber Trivia. Those lucky enough to have the right answer took home some great prizes donated by Ambassadors and local merchants. Prizes were also given for Best Networker and Best Table Top Display. Paramount Chamber Networking Breakfast are held every Paramount Chamber of Commerce PULSE BEAT 15357 Paramount Boulevard, Paramount, CA 90723 Chamber Ambassador Bill Gomez and Ambassador Chair Karen Sonnenberg with Chamber member Dana Hindman at the Cerritos College Cinco de Mayo Mega Mixer. quarter. The next breakfast will take place on July 21. For additional information or reservations contact the Paramount Chamber 562.634.3980. A calendar of all upcoming Chamber events is available on the Chamber website at www.paramountchamber.com. BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 4 PARAMOUNT, CA 90723 2 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat PREGNANT? FREE PREGNANCY EXAM & PRENATAL CARE We Are An Obstetric & Gynecology Clinic HAVE YOUR BABY IN SUBURBAN HOSPITAL, ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL OR DOWNEY HOSPITAL CARE FOR PREGNANT WOMEN INCLUDES ✓ We Do Ultrasounds in Office SERVICES ✓ Complete Care for Women ✓ Prenatal Care & Pap Smear & Cancer Test ✓ We Can Give You a Photo of Your Baby ✓ Family Planning, Contraceptives ✓ We Can Give You a Movie of Your Baby ✓ Gynecological Surgery ✓ We Can Tell You If Your Baby Is a Girl or Boy • MEDI-CAL Friendly bilingual personnel Women of all ages welcome WE ACCEPT: • MOST INSURANCES • CASH Social Worker will be present to help you with your application for Medi-Cal For Appointments Call Silvia Muños (Clinic Manager) (562) 634-4659 16660 Paramount Blvd. Suite #107 Paramount, 90723 Page 3 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat 3 Mayor’s Corner it reaches kids at critical ages in their development to deter them from a gang life. Just more publicity for the important things happening in Paramount. Fingerprinting Success Mayor, Diane Martinez California Dreams Paramount was featured last month on CBS Channel 2’s special news program “California Dreams.” It was a wonderful segment showing off what the City has to offer, and it made this hometown girl feel awfully proud. I’m pleased to report, also, that U.S. Mayor, the national publication of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, ran an extensive article on the GRIP program in its “Best Practices” department that was published in conjunction with the anti-gang conference held in Washington, D.C. that I spoke at in April. Closer to home, Tony Ostos, the City’s GRIP Manager, took part in a roundtable discussion on “Talk of the City” on KPCC 83.9 FM that was part of the larger anti-gang telethon produced by Long Beach cable television. Many people are interested in GRIP, as it is one of the few long standing gang prevention programs going, and After months of getting our new fingerprint specialist program established, the Public Safety Department is seeing the payoff. Paramount is sharing the services of a print expert with some neighboring cities to speed up the handling of property crimes. Prints lifted at crime scenes now go to the Cerritos Sheriff’s Station, which means they are read in three-to-ten days instead of nineto-12 months it used to take. Here is a good example of how the new system is working. After a recent residential burglary, our specially trained CSO took the prints directly to Cerritos. A suspect was identified right away, and after further investigation the suspect was arrested and found with jewelry and watches linked to other burglaries. call (562) 220-2036. Fireworks Reminder The Fourth of July holiday, with its many celebrations, is near. So here is a review of the City’s ordinance governing safe and sane fireworks sold in Paramount. Please remember, too, that all other types of fireworks are illegal, and anyone caught selling or setting them off could be charged with a serious crime. Fireworks can only be used on July 3 and July 4. Also, you must be 16 years or older to purchase the items. When we celebrate Independence Day, we can all have a good time while still keeping safety in mind and showing respect for those around us. And after the fun, let’s remember to clean up so we can keep America, and Paramount, beautiful. Garage Doors The City has a new rehab program to help homeowners replace dilapidated garage doors with new roll-up versions. You may have received a door hangar explaining the program. It’ll work much like the White Picket Fence Program with the City picking up a portion of the cost. For information on either garage doors or picket fences please Opportunity dances with those who are already on the dance floor. -H. Jackson Brown Jr. INCOME TAX Fully Licensed & Bonded Tax Professionals Personalized service you can count on ✓ Tax Returns for Individuals ✓ Sole Proprietor, Partnership, & Corporations ✓ Financial Statements ✓ Bookkeping-Taxes ✓ Notary Public ✓ Immigration En r Ag olled ✓ Payroll ent ✓ Wʼ2ʼ & 1099ʼs ✓ Audits ✓ Computerized Accounting & Tax Service FREE CONSULTATION “Leave the Paperwork To Us” Se Habla Español VICKY PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. 15975 Paramount Blvd. Suite A, Paramount 562-634-1178 Page 4 4 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2004-2005 On Patrol Banners for Businesses - Marketing Tool Allowed by Special Ordinance As a tool to help with advertising, the City of Paramount enacted a special ordinance in 1993 that allows businesses to use hanging banners at their location. Each business is permitted one banner, except for businesses located in corner suites, which are allowed two banners, and businesses occupying single-unit buildings are allowed four banners. One banner is permitted per building side. All banners must be professionally manufactured, and they need to be installed flat against the wall or facade and anchored at all four corners - they can’t hang in midair, suspended only by the top edge, or be strung between buildings or trees. Businesses need to get a no-fee permit, and renew it on a yearly basis. (It’s a simple, one-page form.) This type of marketing can be a great benefit. There can, though, be a downside - if we’re not diligent about maintaining our banners, they can become worn out and create a bad visual image of our town. Paramount and its businesses have put in a lot of effort and energy over the years to enhance our physical environment. And we’ve been very successful. But a tattered, unattended banner can compromise a hard-won victory over pockets of blight. The banner ordinance in Paramount is meant to provide a beneficial and effective advertising tool for local merchants. If these signs become damaged or hang badly, it’s in everyone’s best interest to set them straight and make repairs. If you use banners, please help by keeping them “Looking Good!” MARIA ANGEL RE/MAX College Park Realty 562-633-8018 President BILL WINTERS Paramount Petroleum 562-531-2060 x 2634 WILLIAM E. COLEMAN Carlton Forge Works 562-633-1131 Sr. Vice President DON TOMEO Fenico Precision Castings 562-634-5000 LEONARD M. CRESPO Total-Western, Inc. 562-220-1453 Vice President SHEILA DUKE Duke & Associates 562-633-9705 HECTOR GONZALEZ Northgate Markets 562-259-9950 Treasurer DARREN KURKOWSKI Bianchi Theatres 562-630-7469 THOMAS HANSEN, DC 562-634-0985 Past President MAX B. MARTINEZ, D.D.S. 562-531-4740 Secretary PEGGY LEMONS Paramount Chamber of Commerce 562-634-3980 JOSEPH HERNANDEZ ASAP Banner & Sign Co. 562-529-8504 CHRISTOPHER T. HICKS New York Life Insurance Co. 562-498-5311 KEVIN LINDSAY Lindsay Lumber 562-633-1143 MANUEL ALBERTY Clinica Medica Hispana 562-630-1991 BOARD LIAISONS Superintendent JAY WILBUR Paramount Unified School District 562-602-6011 City Manager PATRICK WEST City of Paramount 562-220-2222 AMBASSADORS CORPS 2004-2005 Chairperson KAREN SONNENBERG Total-Western, Inc. 562/220-1475 Vice Chairperson LAURA WARTH RE/MAX 562/633-8018 TESSIE NICOLAS Banco Popular 562/633-8326 LORRAINE RINCON Royal Truck Body, Inc. 562/633-9951 FERNANDO PAIZ AXA Advisors 949/833-5852 Secretary ELLA MARIE BAILEY Womens Club 562/634-5173 PATTY VOTH Paramount Petroleum 562/531-2060 x2631 BRENDA OLMOS St. Francis Medical Center 310/900-7405 BILL GOMEZ State Farm Insurance 562/866-2250 JOHN COLVILLE Cal Tex 562/531-1615 DANIEL SANTOS AmeriCare Ambulance Service 562/244-2281 “3” TIME AWARD WINNING PUBLICATION T H E P U L S E O F PA R A M O U N T A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE PARAMOUNT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Distributed and read by more than 21,000 residents and business owners in Paramount 15357 Paramount Boulevard, Paramount, CA 90723 562-634-3980 • Fax: 562-634-0891 • www.paramountchamber.org Copyright 2004 by Paramount Pulse Beat. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. The Paramount Pulse Beat is not responsible nor liable for any claims or offerings, nor responsible for product availability that may be advertised. Paramount Pulse Beat Staff Executive Director/Pulse Beat Editor Peggy Lemons Administrative Assistant Vivian Hansen Membership Services Director Maria Mac Lean Layout & Design BEACH COMMUNITIES PUBLISHING CO. Delivery GREAT WESTERN DISTRIBUTORS PUBLISHED BY PARAMOUNT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 562-634-3980 Page 5 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat 5 Thank You for Your Support! Mexican Restaurant Happy Father’s Day Music Trio • Friday, Saturday & Sunday Nights 5pm Til Closing 8330 E. Alondra Blvd., Paramount 562-630-9100 562-634-6225 Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm Fri. - Sat. 11:00 am - 11:00 pm The Downey Pony Tail Leagues 8 and under divisions “Diving Divas” would like to send thier gratitude and appreciation to John Colville from Cal Tex in the City of Paramount for sponsoring the team this season. Thank You for Your Support! To place an ad in Pulse Beat Pulse call Maria 562-634-3980 INCOME TAX Traducciones Notary Public - Ciudadania Carros Quitados Migra - Fotos $10 Poderes - Apelaciones - Contratos Cambio Nombres Proteger Casa (Homestead) Todo Escrito Ingles Español Toda Consulta Father’s Day Sale Gift ideas fo hard working Dads Make it a bug & weed free season 17 $ 99 DON EDUARDO COBO Soy tu hermano, Ven para ayudarte 5720 Imperial Hwy #1 (Esquina con Garfield) “PIaza Del Pollo Loco” SOUTH GATE, CA 90280 562-904-2626 DISPOSAL SITE IN PARAMOUNT OPEN Mon-Fri Saturday Sunday PRR 5 a.m. - 7 p.m. 5 a.m. - 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. 562-602-6505 Rosecrans Ave Somerset Blvd. Artesia Freeway (91) Reel Easy Hose Cart * Holds 175ʼ of 5/8” hose *4ʼ reinforced leader hose * Brass Coupling 7065519 Also @ Acehardware.com 299 final $ cost Bug Free • Protects up to 4000 sq. ft. • 26 oz. • Works up to 4 weeks, even after rain 7130057 Limit 2 Rebates 699 final $ 99 cost 3 less $3 mail-in-rebate Weed & Grass Killer • Kills at the root • Ready to use 7105141 ➢ N CALL FOR HOLIDAY HOURS 17 $ 99 Backyard Spray you $ pay Century Freeway I-105 7230 Petterson Ln 699 less $4 mail-in-rebate Garfield Ave 7230 Petterson Lane Paramount L.B. Frwy-710 Paramount Resource Recycling • 20” Kool Operator or 12” High-Velocity • 3 speed 6004964, 6102040 - Also @ acehardware.com you $ pay All Types Of Non-Hazardous Waste Materials Accepted CLEAN-FLAT-QUICK EXITS Lakewood - Floor Fans Limit 2 Rebates All Purpose Hose • 5/8 x 60ʼ • Finger Tite coupling, nylon reinforced 7080013 9 $ 99 799 you $ pay less $4 mail-in-rebate 499 final $ cost Triazicide Soil & Turf Insect Killer • 10lb. granules or 32 oz. conccentrate • Triazicide; replacement for diaznion •Kills grubs and other lawn-destroying insects 7114176, 7114168 Limit 2 Rebates NEW HOURS Mon. - Fri. 6:30am 6:00pm Sat. 7:00am - 4:00pm 15101 Paramount Blvd. Paramount, CA 90723 562-633-1143 ACE Page 6 6 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat Chamber Happenings Chamber Networking Breakfast President Bill Winters presents Ambassador Karen Sonnenberg with a certificate of recognition as Ambassador of the Quarter. Abundant Life Ministries took home the prize for Best Table Top Display. From left; Efren Palacios, Pastor Armond Deloa, Elsa Munoz and Rose Cuevas. You are Cordially Invited to Attend the Paramount Chamber of Commerce 2005 Installation & Awards Luncheon Installation of the Officers and Board 2005 - 2006 Sponsored by: Weber Metals, Inc. Progress Park Plaza, 15500 Downey Ave. - Paramount Thursday, June 30, 2005 $35 Chamber Members - Reserved Tables of (8) $325 $40 Non Members - Reserved Tables of (8) $365 Get Aquainted 11 - 11:30 a.m. Awards & Luncheon 11:30 - 1:30 p.m. R.S.V.P. by June 27th (562) 634-3980 Job Fair Chamber Ambassadors Brenda Olmos and Karen Sonnenberg kept busy as job seekers lined up to take advantage of free resume preparation at the Paramount Chamber Job Fair. Manuel Alberty and Maria Angel greet job seekers at the Paramount Chamber Job Fair. Red Page 7 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat 7 Closer look Kimberly’s Dance Studio Brings the Terpsichorean Arts to Paramount Dancing - tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop, lyrical - has come to rival sports as a major extracurricular activity for children and teenagers. For the past year, Paramount has had its own special place for kids to learn and practice the art form, Kimberly’s Dance Studio. In a sense, Kimberly really had no choice but to start the business. A graduate of Paramount High School, Class of 2002, she was well on her way to a career as a dental assistant, had gained her certificate from Cerritos College and was working in her chosen field. But dance had always been her passion, starting at three years old with a tap and ballet class given though the city’s Recreation Department. Over the years, her reputation as a dancer and choreographer developed to the point where friends and neighbors were asking if she would teach their children. “I thought I’d give it a try, just free little lessons,” she said. “I began with two kids working out of my home. Then it was four kids, and then eight. Word got out and people started coming out of the woodwork until it got too big for the house.” When the waiting list hit 65, Kimberly knew it was time to look for a real studio space, which she found in the building at Paramount Blvd. and Jackson St., transforming a former office into a two-stage facility. Now, as the studio’s anniversary approaches, and there are almost 200 students taking classes, Kimberly is searching for a larger location within the city. The studio offers classes for girls and boys ages 3-18. There are five teachers, including Kimberly. In addition to the dances listed above, classes are offered in stretch and turns and cheer prep for high school. Performing groups are also created with the more experienced dancers, who then go to places such as Knott’s Berry Farm, Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland and school, church and community events like the city’s Easter Faire Kimberly Gonzales to put on shows for the public. “Everyone starts in beginners, and if they’re improving and capable of performing live, and committed and their families can get them to the shows, we decide if they will get into a performing group,” Kimberly explained. This summer will see the studio’s second annual recital for all students to be held at the William Bristol Auditorium in Bellflower. It’s a very busy time for an industrious young lady - besides running the studio, Kimberly teaches a Show Choir class with singing and dancing at Paramount High and is head song leader at Cerritos College, where she is working on degrees in business and dance. While the world of dentistry may have suffered a loss, it’s a big gain for the kids and parents of Paramount. “I think it’s great for kids to have fun with dance,” she said. “It’s a positive thing. I recommend the experience for parents, too. A lot of people appreciate having their girls and boys in dance. It’s awesome.” Kimberly’s Dance Studio is located at 8008 Jackson St., phone number (562) 630-0570. Page 8 8 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat Clubs & Organizations Paramount Women’s Club Takes Home the Gold The Paramount Women’s Club recently attended the Los Cerritos District’s 49th Annual Convention in Buena Park. Awards were presented to clubs for their participation in various programs. Paramount won First Place for medium size clubs in the following categories: Conservation, Beautification and Resource Conservation, Education for Life, New Horizons in Health, International Affairs, California History and Landmarks, Leadership, Public Policy, Public Relations and Press Book. Paramount Soroptimist Springs Into Action at the International Spring Conference Front row from left; Ella Marie Bailey, President Shirley Elliott, Alison Babcock, Jackie Reifenstein. Back row from left, Helen Melton, Laura Oropeza, Ana Flores, and Cleone Hatwan. HELP WANTED Paramount Soroptimist President Laura Warth helps with conference registration, she is joined by club member Judy Winters. INDUSTRIAL: ELECTRICIANS, INSTRUMENT TECHNICIANS, PIPEFITTERS, BOILERMAKERS,PAINTERS, LA CERT STRUCTURAL WELDERS, SINGLEHAND PIPE WELDERS, BOILER TUBE WELDERS, LICENSED CRANE OPERATORS, CRAFT HELPERS. PETRO-CHEM or power plant experience helpful. Projects & long-term contracts. Overtime and benefits available. Apply in person @ 8049 Somerset Blvd. Paramount from 9-11 am or 1-3 pm, M-F or fax/e-mail resume to (562) 630-7772 [email protected] - EOE AUTO MECHANIC WITH TOOL EXPERIENCE. Trouble-shooting. TOP DOLLAR for TOP MECHANIC. Apply at Herald’s Garage, 8124 E. Alondra Blvd, Paramount. 562-633-2136, Ask for Joe. SECURITY OFFICERS - PART TIME ARMED AND UNARMED - Must have licenses “Professional and Effective Service” call Central Patrol Service (562) 621-1500 PATROL OFFICERS NEEDED – Vernon Security Inc is looking to fill many available positions as Unarmed Patrol Officers to work various shifts in the local area. Must posses clean DMV record and current/renewed Guard Card. If interested call Jose at 562-790-8993 or apply in person at 15317 Paramount Blvd., Paramount, CA. Must bring your Guard Card and copy of DMV record when applying. Club members Karen Sonnenberg and Judy Winters join the flag procession proudly displaying Paramountʼs Soroptimist flag. Charles G. Hardy, Inc., Distributor of Building Material DRIVERS AND WAREHOUSEMEN wanted.15723 Vermont Ave., Paramount, Ask for Mark (562) 634-6560 To place an ad in Paramountʼs Pulse Beat call Maria 562-634-3980 Laura Warth, Judy Winters and Karen Sonnenberg wrap up the days activities by enjoying dinner and sharing information with club members from around the world. Page 9 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat 9 PEP Determine Your Path, Follow Your Dreams It is Never too Late to Pursue Your Educational Goals Individuals residing in Paramount and other surrounding communities have the opportunity to become a participant of the Educational Opportunity Center (EOC). EOC is a program designed to assist adult participants who want to enter, re-enter, continue or enroll in a higher educational program. Program participants must be a citizen, national or permanent resident of the United States and at least nineteen years of age or older to receive free higher educational services. The EOC program is sponsored by California State University, Long Beach Student Service Division and funded by the Department of Education. The program assist participants reach their educational and career goals by providing quality information, guidance and services. EOC provides postsecondary advisement for —two and —four year institutions, financial aid information and assistance, college admission application workshops and scholarship searches. If you are interested in becoming a participant of the EOC program, please contact the office at 562-436-4342. Office hours are Monday thru Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Remember - June 17 for PEP Wine-Tasting and Auction Have a good time while helping a great cause. On Friday, June 17, at 6:00 p.m., the Paramount Education Partnership (PEP) will hold its second annual wine-tasting fundraiser. Taking place at Progress Park Plaza, the event will feature a silent and a live auction, with all proceeds going to PEP’s programs and scholarships. The cost of a ticket ($25 per person, pre-sale, $30 per person at the door) will buy wine, hors d’oeurves and live entertainment for the evening. Among the many objects on the auction block will be a Santa Barbara wine-tasting tour (shades of Sideways), a stay at a four-star hotel and spa, and a helicopter trip over Catalina Island. For more information, and to buy tickets, please call (562) 817-0821. Progress Park Plaza is located at 15500 Downey Ave, Paramount. This event is a collaborative effort between the Paramount City Council, the Paramount Unified School District, the Gateway Cities Partnership, Inc., and the PEP Business Committee. Individuals residing in the Paramount area and other surrounding communities have the opportunity to participate in the Educational Opportunity Center (EOC). EOC is a program designed to assist adult participants with their higher educational goals. Program participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States and at least 19 years of age or older to receive free higher educational services. The EOC program is sponsored by California State University, Long Beach Student Service Division and funded by the Department of Edu- cation. The program assists participants in reaching their educational and career goals by providing quality information, guidance and services. EOC provides information on two- and four-year institutions, financial aid information and assistance, college admission application workshops and scholarship searches. If you are interested in becoming a participant in the EOC program, please contact the office at (562) 436-4342. Office hours are Monday thru Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. It’s Never Too Late to Pursue Your Educational Goals Free Services Offered Through CSULB Page 10 RED BLACK 10 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat Community News Some Things are too Toxic to Trash! Dispose of Hazardous Waste and E-Waste the Right Way Free Household Hazardous and EWaste Roundup in South Gate Los Angeles County residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of household hazardous waste and e-waste free of charge at a Countywide Household Hazardous and EWaste Roundup. A free Roundup will take place in South Gate at South Gate Park, Tweedy Blvd. at Hildreth Avenue, on Saturday, August 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Many common household products pose a hazard to the environment if disposed of improperly. Materials such as used motor oil, paint, turpentine, acid or lye-based cleaners, household and car batteries, pesticides and garden herbicides can damage the environment if tossed in the trash or poured down a sink or storm drain. Household E-Waste is consumer electronic equipment near the end of its useful life such as computer monitors and televisions which cannot be disposed of in trash cans. Unfortunately, electronic waste is a growing problem although many of these products can be reused, refurbished, or recycled, including items such as VCRs, stereos, fax machines, copiers, computer keyboards and cellular telephones. Collect those unwanted household hazardous waste and e-waste items and bring them to a free Roundup. We’ll recycle what we can and properly dispose of the rest. It’s easy to participate. Leave the products in their original container, place them in a cardboard box and drive to the Roundup site. The entire process only takes a few minutes and you never have to leave your car. No explosive or radioactive materials, tires or waste from business will be accepted. Please do not mix products together. The Free Countywide Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Roundup is brought to you by the County of Los Angeles and presented by the Department of Public Works and the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County, in cooperation with the city of Paramount, South Gate, Bell, Bellflower, Bell Gardens, Commerce, Compton, Cudahy, Downey, Huntington Park, Long Beach, Lynwood, Maywood and Norwalk.. For more information on household hazardous waste or upcoming Roundups, call the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works at (888) CLEAN Financial Assistance Available for Equipment that Meets Air Quality Requirements The SouthClub Coast Air Qual- “77” CalCAP loans aren’t necesWomen’s Turns ity Management District can sarily lower interest than a help you qualify for a state loan guarantee program that helps small businesses (less than 500 employees) obtain bank loans of up to $500,000 for equipment that complies with SCAQMD requirements. The SCAQMD will pay the fee you would normally have to pay to obtain a bank loan that is guaranteed by the California Capital Access Program (CalCAP). This is a loan insurance program that helps businesses with limited credit qualify for a bank loan. * TIaSmaze A R G s de l e Clas za ran ajo u b s eg As ico a niño s a d mé o par 9 año t 1 cos 1 a de *A Través De Los Programas De CHDP, CDP, Family P.A.C.T., Healthy Families y OB para personas y familias de bajos recursos. standard bank loan. but, the CalCAP guarantee could help you qualify for the loan. No extra paperwork. You apply through the bank. The bank makes all the credit decisions. SCAQMD checks that the equipment meets air quality requirements, and pay your portion of the CalCap loan fee (generally 2 to 3.5% of the loan amount) if it does. For further information: 1-800-CUT-SMOG Staff Available Tuesday through Friday To Place An Ad In The Pulsebeat Please Call 562-634-3980 IS*Vacunas T A GR icos y 19 ís a es F s de 0 . o men Exa ara Niñ de Edad p s Año LA, the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County at (800) 238-0172 or visit our web site at www.lacsd.org. “Porque a nosotros nos importa usted” Y... PARA MAS INFORMACION Para saber si califica Ilame por teléfono ahora mismo. ESTAMOS FRENTE A LA IGLESIA NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL ROSARIO (562) 630-1991 ABIERTO TODOS LOS DIAS DE LUNES A SABADO 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM Me sin di-Ca pa cost l o ra niñ sus os * TIFSamiliar A R G ación ión ific enc Plan ra Prev razo a P mba de E ISa*razo, T A GR Emb arto e tal y ba d Prue o Prena ad Cuid P * s TIeSn Los Seno A R G áncer e 40 e C jeres d ás. u M ba d Prue Para M Edad 0 de s o Añ 14906 Paramount Blvd. Paramount Page 11 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat 11 Clubs & Organizations Summer Means Fun at the Los Cerritos YMCA The Los Cerritos YMCA offers a terrific Summer Day Camp Program. The program is designed specifically for children 41/2 — 12 year olds. Campers are separated according to grade levels, and placed into camps with children of their same grade level. Pioneer camp is designed for the youngest camper — beginning Kindergarten and First Grade. Camp activities include academic and group building experiences, field trips, and more. Explorer camp is for Second, Third and some Fourth Graders; and Adven- ture camp is for Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grade children. Both of these camps are non- stop fun! Days are filled with arts and crafts, character building, trips to museums, amusement parks, beaches, pools and much, much more! Rallies are held every morning and awards are given to campers who demonstrate positive character values. The Los Cerritos YMCA is conveniently located at 15530 Woodruff Ave. in Bellflower. For more information, contact the YMCA office at (562) 925-1292. YMCA Presents Jeff Dunham & Friends • SENIORS • MARK YOUR CALENDAR Sugar Plum Arts & Crafts Festival June 10 $1 per person J. Paul Getty Museum June 14, 2005 $5 per person San Manuel Indian Casino July 16 $6 per person Laughlin August 22-24 $53 per person Exercise class every Monday 11 am to 12 pm Fee: 1$ per class Held at Paramount Park Exercise Class st 1 , 2nd 3rd Mondays 10 am Held at Paramount Park Bingo Tuesdays 11 am to 12:30 pm Donation $1 for 3 Cards Cash Prizes! Held at Paramount Park Oil Painting Class Every Thursday 9 am in Rooms 1 & 2 Sign up at the class $3 per lesson Water Aerobics Monday & Wednesday 11:00 am Paramount Pool Sign up at the class Fee: $25.00 a month For more information: Call 562 220-2141 Paramount Chamber of Commerce Free & Fee Based Workshops Paramount Chamber Resource Center 15357 Paramount Blvd., Paramount June 7, 2005 - Tues. • 10:00 am - Noon Taxes and Small Business Reservations Required - Fee: $15.00 (Make checks payable to: SBDC) Tax laws can be extremely complex; in this workshop you will learn about the various taxes that impact your business. The workshop will cover EIN (Employer Identification Number), payroll taxes, federal and state taxes, local taxes and sales. The Los Cerritos YMCA is proud to present a benefit performance by comedian, Jeff Dunham. Breathing life into an elderly curmudgeon, a purple creature known as a “Woozle” and a self-effacing jalapeno, among other lovable characters, Jeff Dunham is straight man to some of the funniest partners in show business. His comedic skill and impeccable technique serve as sleigh of hand; however, drawing attention away from the fact that Dunham is a ventriloquist extraordinaire. “What makes this performer the best at what he does is the believability factor,” our reviewer wrote. “Dunham’s characters have more personality than a lot of people I know.” 1998 Comedian of the year, Dunham has had numerous appearances on the “Tonight Show” with Johnny Carson and with Jay Leno, more recently, he appeared on the T.V. Show “Blue Collar”. His characters are so vivid; Dunham usually opens with ten minutes of solo stand-up simply to establish himself as the hub of the wheel. “If they walk away thinking, Gee, those were some funny guys, rather than Boy, wasn’t he a good ventriloquist, then I’ve done my job,” says Dunham. Proceeds from this performance will go to support the Los Cerritos YMCA Summer Camping Programs. This will insure that more children with financial need are provided opportunity to have a Day Camp or Resident Camp experience. Tuesday, June 28, 8:00 pm, Bristol Auditorium,16600 Civic Center Drive, Bellflower Advance Tickets: $35.00 At the Door: $40.00 VIP Reception (Includes alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, hors d’oeuvres, desserts and early seating) $15.00 Free Parking Tickets and Information: Please call (562) 925-1292 Credit cards accepted June 14, 2005 - Tues. • 10:00 am - Noon Marketing Your Service/Product Reservations Required - Fee: $15.00 (Make checks payable to: SBDC) The success or failure of a business can often be found in the way it is promoted. This workshop will give an overview on how to market a business so that potential customers will be interested in using your product or services. June 21, 2005 - Tues. • 10:00 am - Noon Doing Business With The Government Reservations Required - Fee: $15.00 (Make checks payable to: SBDC) Learn how businesses “start-up or expanding” qualify as Federal Minority Contractors under the SBA‚s 8(a) Business Development (BD) and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) Certification programs. Learn about the process for certification, the SBA training sessions schedule and other avenues to become certified with the federal, state and county government agencies. June 27, 2005 - Tues. • Noon – 2:00 pm Developing Your Business Plan Reservations Required - Fee: $30.00 (Make checks payable to: S.C.O.R.E.) This 2 hour seminar will help your new or existing business to prepare a “roadmap” for success. The process of writing a powerful business plan will help your business prosper and is a SBA loan requirement. Bob Vatz, a Senior SCORE consultant will conduct the class. Workshops are provided by: LA Co. Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and Small Business Administration (SBA). To reserve your spot call: 562-634-3980 Page 12 12 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat Business Card Directory Run your business card for less than $23 per month. Contact Maria 562-634-3980 General Dentistry Hablamos Español REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE Buy l Exchange l Consulting l Sell Residential l Property Management l Investments “Specializing in Personalized Real Estate Service” For the Maximum Touch of Care MAX B. MARTINEZ D.D.S. (562) 633‐9705( Email: [email protected] . Servicio En Español l Notary Service 8202 Alondra Boulevard l Paramount, California 90723 16299 S. Paramount Blvd., Paramount, CA 90723 562-531-4740 MARIA MAC LEAN Membership Services Director THE PULSE OF PARAMOUNT COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY 15357 Paramount Boulevard Paramount, California 90723 562-634-3980 - Office 562-634-0891 - Fax 16311 GARFIELD AVE., PARAMOUNT, CA 90723 SHARRON WARD MURPHY • KAREN WARD EGGE LEASING 562-633-2300 FAX: 562-633-2345 www.wardassociates.com email: [email protected] 15101 Paramount Blvd. Paramount, CA 90723 562-633-1143 Sales • Service• Parts • Accessories “Español es mi primer idioma” 562-531-1225 (888) MID-MOTO 714-828-4080 Fax 562-531-0730 DIANA SLUMSKIE www.mid-citieshonda.com AM WINDOWS Sales AM CONSTRUCTION Lic#562300 Amine F. Mokaddem Owner 8041 Alondra Blvd. Paramount, CA 90723 www.amwindows.com (562) 634-5844 (562) 464-9499 Fax (562) 634-5500 MARIA MAC LEAN Membership Services Director THE PULSE OF PARAMOUNT COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY 15357 Paramount Boulevard Paramount, California 90723 562-634-3980 - Office 562-634-0891 - Fax Publication & Delivery Courtesy of Pulse Beat Advertisers Page 13 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat 13 Business Card Directory FENICO PRECISION CASTINGS 562/634-5000 • 800/634-5000 FAX 562/634-4900 7805 Madison Street Paramount, CA 90723-4220 How much is your home worth? Call your area specialist now! Visit www.paramountchamber.com 15740 Paramount Bl., Ste. C Paramount, Ca 90723 to view the Pulse Beat Online Rafael A. Rodriguez Manager Fdr-619 State Lic. OA98948 Funeraria Los Angeles Paramount Mortuary 8026 E. Alondra Blvd. Paramount, CA 90723 562-633-1164 Fax 562-633-2484 FD-555 Commercial & Industrial Construction Sonia’s Hair Design Offers, relaxers, colors, designer cuts and styles. Curls & permanent waves, facials, manicures. 8416 Alondra Blvd., Paramount, CA 90706 (562) 602-3246 *Introductory 20% Discount on All Services Visit www.paramountchamber.com to view the Pulse Beat Online MARIA MAC LEAN Membership Services Director THE PULSE OF PARAMOUNT COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY 15357 Paramount Boulevard Paramount, California 90723 562-634-3980 - Office 562-634-0891 - Fax Service Club Information Paramount Rotary Club LIONS INTERNATIONAL The Largest International Community Service Organization in the World The Paramount Lions Club invites you to please be our guest for lunch any Thursday 12:30-1:30PM please call 562-630-1051 Curley’s Old Place 9251 E. Alondra Blvd., Bellflower Visit our website at www.rightlane. com/paraframe.html A non-profit organization for business women President, Laura Warth • Ph: 633-8018 MEETING INFORMATION Paramount Soroptimist meets at 12:00 pm, the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. Progress Plaza Park, 15500 Downey Ave., Paramount “Serving the Community since 1954” Come and join us every Tuesday 12:10 pm in our endeavors to the community of Paramount. Direct any questions to Bill Beck at 562-634-7121 Progress Park Plaza 15500 Downey Ave., Paramount Page 14 14 June 2005 Paramount Pulse Beat MEMBERS ONLY! MISSION STATEMENT “To advance the Commercial, Financial, Industrial and Civic Interest of our Community.” Paramount Chamber Member to Member Discounts Purrfect Auto Service: 562/630-8620 10% off regular priced service 8832 • 5% discount on all furniture purchases agement Fees Pit Stop Auto Center: 562/633-7838 • 10% off all services rendered Medical Penta Pacific Properties 562/699-1922 • Free Opinions of Market Value-Commercial/Industrial Properties Bank and Lending Services Washington Mutual Bank 562/633-8125 - Free first order of business checks with new Free Business Checking PARAMOUNT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE John Doe Beauty Salon Member Since 1977 To Learn more about this program or if you have any questions please call the Chamber Office at 634-3980. Visit the following businesses to receive the discounts listed below. But remember, these offers are available to Chamber members only! MEMBER TO MEMBER DISCOUNTS (Offers apply to Chamber Members Advertising & Marketing ASAP Sign & Banner: 562/529-8504 •5% off ★ Outside the Box Creations: 562/529-7913 • 5% to 15% discount depending on size/amount of order Automotive Allstate Insurance 562/630-2435 • receive $20 off Motors Club Auto Club of So. California: 562/861-2231 receive $10 off new enrollment fees Sonia’s Hair Design: 562/602-3246 • Introductory 20% Discount on All Services Business Services First Class Copiers: 562/928-5091 • 10% Discount Car Wash Big Ben Car Wash • 562) 634-3066 • $7.99 Car Wash/Armor-all all tires/Air Freshner • No extra for SUV’s & Trucks Child Care Services Diaz Child Care (24hrs) • 562602-0076 Will refund $20 on 1st week Communications ★ Transcom Business Telecommunications: 562630-1200 Ext. 221 • 10% off equipment (business phone services) Contractors Quality Fence, Inc. 800/323-8525 • 10% off work over $1,000 Thomas Acoustic Inc.: 562/408-1019 • 10% off (if paid in full net 20 days) Dry Cleaners & Alterations Carnation Draperies & Drapery Cleaners: 562/6333123 • 10% off (not valid with other discounts) Financial Services Discount Auto Parts: 562/634-0474 • 10% off entire purchase ★ Vicky Professional Service: 562/634-1178 • 20% off (bookkeeping & accounting service) ★ Ford West: 562/790-3673 • 10% off (on labor in service dept.) Ford products only! Florist Greg’s Collision Center: 562-531-6600 • $50 off deductible for repair Herald’s Garage: 562/633-2136 • 10% discount for members. Precious Flowers 562/529-3722 • 10% off for purchases over $100. Contact: Maria or Orchid Furniture ★ Genesis Furniture-Sales & Service 562/529- Abrams, Edward M.D. : 562/633-4770 50% off initial consultation (cardiologist) ★ Clinica Medica Hispana:562/630-1991 • 25% off Hansen, Thomas D. C. - Chiropractor 562/634-0985 • 25% off initial visit Roberts Chiropractic: 562/633-1259 • Free Spinal exam ($125.00 value) Party Supply Genesis Party Supply & Rentals (562) 4080935 - 10% off for purchases over $100.00 Phone Call Center Aamcom 310/318-5559 $25 off set-up fee Petroleum Products Cool Fuel, Inc. 562/630-6000 • Call and ask about the Preferred Fuel Pricing for Chamber Members Restaurants Café Camilia: 562/866-2824 • 10% discount on food purchases Salazar’s Mexican Grill 562/263-3663 - 10% discount on all food purchases Casa Gamino: 562/ 634-6225 • 10% off on food purchases Eastern Meats & Deli: 562/630-2802 10% on all food purchases El Compa Restaurant: 562/630-1068 10% off all food El Sabalo Mexican Restaurant 562/531-4282 • 10% off all food purchases Mi Hot Salsa: 562/630-2200 • 15% discount on all food purchases Plumbing and Heating Quizno’s Classic Subs: 562/633-4646 5% discount on regular priced items when you show your membership card Downey Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Co: 562/861-1234 • 10% off Hydrojet service and/or 10% off material Retail Printers Golden Coast Printing: 562/634-4630 • 10 % off on all printing; special discounts to start-up businesses Lievano Inc, Printing Services: 562-272-2701. Specializing in business forms and offset printing. Pick up & delivery. 5% discount to chamber members & on new orders. E-mail: [email protected] Rosewood Family Restaurant 562/630-4433 15% off on all foods Price Glass & Mirror: 310/635-6069 • 8% - 10% off Sounds of Music: 562/633-3727 • 10% off (music store) Water Express: 562/272-4426 • 15% on Retail Items Security ★Presstige Printing: 562/602-0999 • Free subscription to “Business Forum”. Free pick-up and delivery. Ask about our preferred pricing for long term customer. Central Patrol Service (562) 621-1500 - 10% off first month of Patrol Service Source Graphics, Inc.: 562/408-2734 • 10% discount Paramount Iceland: 562/633-1171 • Chamber Members receive free skate rental with their paid admission to Paramount Iceland Real Estate Skating Rinks ★ Felix Valdelamar of Century 21 Allstars: 562/466-1225 • Free evaluations to buy or sell Uniform Suppliers Los Amigos Realty & Property Management (562) 633-6313 • Specializing in Residential Income Mgt. 2 1/2% Discount on Man- Wholesalers/Distributors House of Bargains: 562/630-7355 • 10% off total bill Calzados De Leon Al Mayoreo: 562/633-9021 • 6% (off first purchase with resale permit wholesale shoes) ★ Chamber Members who make the “Welcome to Paramount” program possible Discount tickets available at the Chamber The following businesses renewed their membership in the Parafor Members and their Employees Only! mount Chamber of Commerce last month, they are celebrating 2005 DISCOUNT TICKETS Available at the Chamber Office 15357 Paramount Blvd. 9am - 5pm • 562-634-3980 Prices subject to change Disneyland or Disneyland Adventure Park Adults: $43.50 • Children: $38.50 Knotts Theme Park Adults: $24.95 (12+) Children: $15.95 (3-11) Knotts Soak City Adults: $17.50 (12+) Children: $15.95 (3-11) Pacific Park (on Santa Monica Pier) $10.00 for All Day Pass (all Ages) Universal Studios One Day Pass: $38.00 Annual Pass: $50.75 Legoland Adults & Children: $31.95 Aquarium of the Pacific Adults: $15.95 (12+) Children: $9.50 (3-11) Golf ‘N Stuff All Park Pass: $12.50 Raging Waters Adults: $20.99 (10+) Junior: $14.99 (3-9) Wild Rivers Park Adults: $18.00 (10 & up) Child: $15.00 (3-9) another year as members. Chamber and Business Resource Center services are made possible by their support. Cal Met Services ............................................................ 38 Years Paramount Iceland ....................................................... 38 Years The Jankovich Company ............................................. 35 Years Casa Gamino Restaurant ............................................. 28 Years Roberts Chiropractic Office .......................................... 28 Years Fu-Lyons Associates ..................................................... 27 Years Cel-Star, Inc. .................................................................. 26 Years Press Forge Company ................................................... 21 Years Ward Industrial Properties .......................................... 21 Years Betzabe Alday, M.D. ..................................................... 19 Years Carl’s Jr. Restaurant ..................................................... 19 Years Paramount Women’s Club ........................................... 14 Years Calzado De Leon Al Mayoreo ...................................... 11 Years Sounds of Music ........................................................... 11 Years All Cities Lock & Safe ................................................... 10 Years BJF Enterprises, Inc. ..................................................... 10 Years Sherwin -Williams ........................................................ 10 Years Bank of America ............................................................. 9 Years Mountain Valley Express ............................................... 9 Years Americlean Building Services ........................................ 6 Years Gamberg Metals Co., Inc. ............................................... 6 Years Merlin-Alltec Mold Making, Inc. ................................... 6 Years Our Lady of the Rosary .................................................. 6 Years Bates and Bates ............................................................... 4 Years Doublz ............................................................................. 4 Years Paramount-Tepic Sister Cities ....................................... 4 Years VendStar Phoenix ........................................................... 4 Years Zen Continental Co., Inc. ............................................... 3 Years Ceragem Master .............................................................. 2 Years Expert Plant Care ............................................................ 2 Years Ariel Abrahams. MD, PhD ................................................1 Year California Pools of Hope ..................................................1 Year ........................................................................................................
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