OUR MISSION: Dedicated to the Growth and Retention of Commerce Through Committed Partnerships Enhancing Our Quality of Life

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1 Greater Belen Chamber of Commerce Chamber News OUR MISSION: Dedicated to the Growth and Retention of Commerce Through Committed Partnerships Enhancing Our Quality of Life March 2010 April showers bring May flowers

2 Belen Chamber of Commerce 2010 Board of Directors Officers President, Terri Young Vice-President, David Renteria First Community Bank BNSF Railway 2nd Vice-President, Teressa Witthoff Treasurer, Rick Gallegos Sandia Self Storage My Bank 2009 President, Michael Vallejos Mike & Ernest Elected Members David Blacher Jennifer Hise Blacher Family Holdings CEMCO Inc Anna Duran Aaron Silva State Employees Credit Union Elite Muscle Tom Greer Rhona Espinosa FastForward Real Estate Baca Auto Vicky Baldonado Sunrise Builders Newly Elected Members for 2010 Vicky Baldonado, Sunrise Builders Rhona Espinoza, Baca Auto Jennifer Hise, CEMCO Honorary Members Luz Chavez Lifetime, Robert Auge 3 year term, Tim Lardner 3 year term Ex-Officio Members Wayne Abraham UNM-VC, Rudy Jaramillo City of Belen, Andrew DiCamillo Economic Development, Richard Tafoya Belen Consolidated Schools Office Staff Leeanáe Griego, Office Manager JoElla Patterson, Administrative Assistant

President s Thoughts 3/26/2010 Greetings, Spring is finally here and the plants and trees are showing signs of life, and after a day filled with discussions and brainstorming sessions at the Economic

There was a nice turnout for the event and lots of good ideas were tossed around.

3 President s Thoughts 3/26/2010 Greetings, Spring is finally here and the plants and trees are showing signs of life, and after a day filled with discussions and brainstorming sessions at the Economic Summit hosted by our new Mayor, Rudy Jaramillo, Senator Michael Sanchez, and Congressman Jeff Bingaman, it looks like we might see new life in the Greater Belen area as well. There was a nice turnout for the event and lots of good ideas were tossed around. One of the ideas that stood out for me was a four step process that with all of us working together can help us to not only survive in these tough economic times, but to thrive. It starts with COMMUNITY, that is all of getting together to start the process. Next we need to come up with a VISION that we can all get behind. Then we need a PLAN that is measurable and achievable, and finally we need to put that plan into ACTION. Please be watching our newsletter and the News Bulletin for announcements of upcoming meetings for our business community and citizens. We all need to work together to help turn things around and make the Greater Belen Area a thriving, vibrant community again. We hope to start these meetings soon, but there is something that all of us can do right now to improve our economy and that is to SHOP LOCAL! If all of us make a conscious effort to spend our money close to home we can make a huge difference right here, right now. Instead of going to Albuquerque to shop and have lunch this weekend, why not plan on doing that right here in Belen? We have lots of choices right here close to home. I am going to spend my money here and I challenge all of you to do the same. Sincerely, Terri Young Belen Chamber of Commerce President First Community Bank

4 March Member of the Month Casa de Abo Casa de Abo opened in June of 2004 and now has seven employees and a gallery filled with artwork, sculptures and traditional momentos from over 75 local artists. They have expanded to a coffee house that serves lattés and cappuccinos and a delicious luncheon menu. They have many future goals including a drive through window. Casa de Abo sponsors our community with several gallery shows and local events such as Rio Abajo.

5 Belen Art League Gallery & Gifts 509 Becker, Belen, N.M. Hours: 12:30 to 3:30 P.M. Wednesday thru Saturday Tel: (505) Find Yourself in the Beauty of Fine Art Enjoy art shows, receptions, demonstrations, refreshments, and so much more! Belen Art League Business Hours: Wednesday thru Saturday 12:30-3:30pm EVENTS: Miniature Art Show April 3, 2010 to April 17, 2010 A youth division is being formed for 7th thru 12th graders. The purpose of the youth division is to develop an interest in art through workshops and dialogue. GET INVOLVED!! For more info call David Mintz:(505) March Chamber Luncheon At Fat Sat s Bar & Grill

6 Economic Summit, March 19, 2010

7 Chamber Office Notes Renewed Members Thank you for your continued support! We would like to offer an advertising opportunity to all of our members. There are limited spaces available in our newsletter each month, the rates are $50.00 for a full page, $25.00 for a half page and $12.50 for a quarter page. If you are interested in purchasing an advertising space please contact the Chamber office at Thank you, Leeanáe Griego Office Manager Belen Chamber of Commerce Small Business Computing CEMCO New Mexico Travertine Namaste, Inc. Valencia County Historical Society New Members T & T Trailer Sales Simply The Best Welcome to our Community!

8 April 2010 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 After Hours at Fat Sat s 5:30 to 7:00 pm 2 Good Friday 3 Easter Egg Hunt 4 Happy Easter! Disney Institute Business Workshop Administrative Professionals Day! Say Thank you. 22 Earth Day 23 Golf Tournament April Events Friday, April 2, Good Friday. April 3, 2010 to April 17, Miniature Show at Belen Art League. Saturday, April 3, Easter Egg Hunt at Eagle Park, 12:00 noon. Sunday, April 4, Easter Sunday. Wednesday, April 7, 2010, Disney Institute Workshop, Contact for more information. Wednesday, April 14, 2010 Simply the Best Ribbon Cutting, 5:30 pm Wednesday, April 21, Administrative Professionals Day. Please take the time to say Thank You to the people that help make your office run smoothly. Friday, April 23, Golf Tournament at Tierra Del Sol Golf Course. Call for more information. Sunday, April 25, Dia De Los Ninos, Eagle Park

9 May 2010 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Chamber Luncheon at La Mirada Mother s Day Memorial Day May Events Thursday, May 7, 2010, Chamber Luncheon at La Mirada, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Thursday, May 7, 2010, Special Needs Dance, Rec Center Sunday, May 9, 2010, Mother s Day. Friday, May 21, 2010, Special Needs Dance, Rec Center Monday, May 31, 2010, Memorial Day. The Chamber office will be closed.

10 Organization Name Discount Offered Contact Number AAA New Mexico Save $20.00 on New AAA Membership Able & Willie s 10% off any order over $50.00 Bill or Charles, A.C.E. Firearms Training, Inc. 10% Discount on all training A Higher Class of Carpet Cleaning Free fabric protector on all cleanings Artistic Nails 10% Discount Cheryl, Auge s Discounts available depending on service Bar Y Pet Hotel 14 day care for the cost of 13 days Bobbie, Belen Computers and Design 20% discount BNT Preschool 10% discount - 1st months tuition Boardwalk Gymnastics Discounts available depending on service Bright Ideas Promotional Products 10% discount on any order Galore! Chavez Estate Banquet Facility 10% off rent & or catering Costanza Orchard 10% discount on Honey and Bee Pollen & Apples D.L. Blair Photography 10% discount not with any other specials/ coupons or website Damian Bates Computers 10% Discount E Marketing Systems 5% Discount Elite Muscle Gym and Fitness Discounts vary by products and services Fat Sat s Bar and Grill 10% member Discount First Community Bank 20% off standard checks and reorders Belen only! Gemini Business Performance Solutions 25% Discount on open-forum workshops G&K Glass and Mirror Discounts available depending on service Graphic Arts Station 10% to Belen Chamber members Hair Innovations Discounts available depending on service His Hands Healing Massage 10% off on services Inn of the Phoenix 10% discount. Valid any time Jazzercise No joining Fee For Members Jeff s Grounds Keeping 10% off services Key Decision Alternatives 10% off all magnetic and other natural health and Dottye, I wellness products Kokopelli Acres Discounts vary with size and location of land Park La Mirada Hotel 10% off all lengths of stay up to seven days La Mirada Wedding & Event Center 10% off all business or personal booked events La Mirada RV Park 10% off all daily or weekly stays Long John Silver s Discounts available depending on service Long Saddlery 10% Discount Marty s Muffler Shop Inc. 10% Discount on all repairs Mike & Ernest Welding Supplies Every Chamber Buck worth $ MyBank FREE checks, MyBank style only, for personal accounts and 50% off standard business check orders for life of the account New Mexico Business Journal 15% off regular fee for 1 Year One Blind Mans Paper Shredding Discount depending on service, Paradigm Physical Therapy Belen 10% Discount on One Month Gym Membership,

11 Organization Name Discount Offered Contact Number Parkside Child Development 10% Discount PG Enterprises 10% Discount to Chamber Members Po Boys Smoke Shack Professional Development Group LLC 10% Discount off your meal excludes catering No tax, we pay the tax! Rutilio's Discounts available depending on service Sandia Self Storage Self Defense New Mexico Sew What?! 10% off monthly storage fee for duration of lease and 10% off Penske truck rental 1st month free and 10% off members & family Get 3 items altered and the 4th is free; or 20% off leather work Sheroz Jewelers Inc 10% Discount Simply Travel Free Vacation Consultation to Chamber Members Small Business Computing 10% off Bench Labor Subway Sandwiches 10% discount to chamber members The Porch Discounts available depending on service Techniques Painting 10% discount Through the Flower Discounts available depending on service Tire Crafters 10% Discount (excluding rubber) on any auto service repair Trails End Framing/Gallery 20% Discount on all items Trend One 15% Discount V2K Window Décor & More 25% discount Valencia Animal Clinic 10% off annual vaccinations Valencia County News-Bulletin 40% ad discount on monthly Chamber Page Wright Choice Learning Center Discounts available depending on service Yucca Self Storage 1st month free and a free lock Tim Medina,

12 Greater Belen Chamber of Commerce Benefit Golf Tournament Proceeds to Benefit: Greater Belen Educational Assistance Foundation Belen High School Scholarships Program Greater Belen Chamber of Commerce Friday, April 23, :30 Registration 1:00 pm Shot Gun Scramble Tierra del Sol Country Club 1000 Golf Course Rd. Belen, NM Contact Leeanáe at for more information Belen Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center 712 Dalies Avenue Belen, New Mexico Office Fax

Chamber Point. Get your tickets TODAY for the First Annual. Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce The voice of Business APRIL 2008.

Chamber Point. Get your tickets TODAY for the First Annual. Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce The voice of Business APRIL 2008. Chamber Point Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce The voice of Business Get your tickets TODAY for the First Annual APRIL 2008 567-2124 2353 Burrard Avenue Michelle Fehr, Manager: chamber@hwy16.com Sheila Evans,