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The Greater Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
February, 2011 - Issue 1
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University Center of North Sound
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The University Center of North Puget Sound is conveniently located on Everett Community College's campus and offers over 25 baccalaureate and graduate degrees. Program areas include: business, education, engineering, nursing and social sciences. The University Center offers on-campus, on-line and hybrid courses with classes scheduled afternoons, evenings and weekends. Degrees are offered by:
Western Washington University
Central Washington University
Eastern Washington University
The Evergreen State College
Washington State University
Hope International University
Saint Martin's University
University of Washington - Bothell
University Center of North Puget Sound
Eight Universities
Endless Opportunities
2000 Tower Street,
Everett, WA 98201
425-259-8900
www.uceverett.org
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Member Happenings
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Eight Annual Marysville Historical Society's Spring Tea and Fashion Show
April 10, 2011
12:30-4:30
to be held at the Tulalip Resort Hotel
Tables will be individually hosted, complete with linen tablecloths and a showcase of china patterns. The Society is looking for individuals to host a table, for more information, contact Rietta Costa 425-232-3387.
Each hostess who fills her table receives free admission! Individual tickets are also available. Seating is limited and admission is by ticket only. Tickets are $25.00 each.
A prize will be awarded to the Best Decorated Table. The menu will include lemon bars, chocolate truffles, brownies, raspberry tarts, and tea sandwiches along with coffee, hot tea and hot chocolate for children.
A fashion show will be presented with the theme "Fashion in Film-Focus on Iconic Film and Film Stars." Guests are encouraged to "think spring" and dress their Sunday best or dress as their favorite film star or character!.
Fancy hats are also encouraged. Just for fun a prize will be awarded for Best Hat and Best Costume as voted by the attendees.
In addition, there will be a silent auction and raffle with baskets and items perfect for spring time. The Society is also seeking sponsorships and donations of auction and raffle items.
For ticket purchase or for more information, please call Rietta Costa
425-232-3387
Reservations with payment are required.
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PUD Launches Time to Play!
Everett, WA - It's time to play! Snohomish County Public Utility District has launched a lively new campaign to alert customers to a broad range of programs and resources for energy-savings, electrical safety, storm preparedness and other valuable information.
The year-long Time to Play campaign features games, puzzles, contests and other fun, interactive activities for PUD customers. Visit the PUD online at www.snopud.com/fun for games, riddles, quarterly prize drawings and a free "super-duper, loads of fun" activity calendar!
Some of the highlights in the coming months include:
Online drawings - Visit the PUD website on Jan. 28, April 14, July 13 and Oct. 12 to enter a drawing for a basket of energy-saving goodies.
Photo Contest - Download and print the PUD Conservation Sensation boy from the PUD website and then send the utility a creative photo of him in a unique or faraway location. All entrants will receive a deck of conservation playing cards. Look for the best photos online.
Name Our Recreation Site - Help the PUD name its newest recreation site at Spada Lake, site of the Jackson Hydro Project. Vote online, by March 31, at www.snopud.com/jhp.
Games & More - Throughout the year, the PUD will engage customers in interactive games, puzzles, riddles and more. Look for more in utility publications and online.
For more information, visit the PUD website at www.snopud.com/fun.
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Everett Silvertips Chamber Nights
Chamber Appriciation Discount Ticket Nights - $14 tickets
The Everett Silvertips are happy to provide discount tickets for local Chamber Members. Perfect for bringing family and friends! Lower Level seats are only $14 each! Save over $6 per ticket with no extra fees! Must order 3 days before the game is played and some games do sell out. Click Here to order tickets. For any questions or for groups of 15 or more please call Kevin Danford @ 425-609-2809.
Friday, Feb 11 vs Spokane
Friday, Feb 25 vs Portland
Saturday March vs Portland
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2011 is well underway and so are we! The 2011 Legislative Agenda is now available on our website or view now by clicking the link.
Over the next several months, you will be receiving Legislative Alerts to help keep you up to date on issues that may affect you and your business. Please take the time to read, research and understand each issue and respond accordingly.
Plan on attending February Business Before Hours on February 25th as we take a look at Olympia and the direction of the 2011 legislative session.
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"Featured Member of the Month"
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WWW.TOYERFINANCIAL.COM
3705 COLBY AVE., EVERETT, WA 98201
(425) 258-3432 Fax (425) 259-7048
Toyer Financial Corp is a comprehensive financial services firm committed to helping you improve your long-term financial success. The Firm was founded in 1999 by Richard H. Toyer, CPA/PFS. Our customized strategies are designed to grow, and conserve your wealth by delivering an unprecedented level of personalized service. Call Rich to talk about your finances at 425-258-3432.
We encourage you to explore our site and learn more about the Services we provide directly with Toyer Financial including wealth management, personal finances, business finances and insurances (life, medical, long-term care, disability, etc.) Or you can email directly to Richard.Toyer@genworthrr.com or rich@toyercpa.com.
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February Business After Hours Mixer
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WineStyles..... What's your Style?
We are pleased to invite you to attend a Business After Hours Tuesday, February 8, 2011 from 5-7pm on at WineStyles!
From the moment you walk through the doors, you'll feel like you've traveled back in time to the Old World wine cellar of your dreams. And there's no reason to feel overwhelmed: not only are the taste "styles" clearly marked, but there is always a smiling and knowledgeable wine lover at your service to help answer any questions you may have or to suggest great gift ideas.
Tasty appetizers will be served (wine will be available for a fee).
Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to extend your networking circle - bring your business cards & brochures and have some fun!!
Admission is $5.00 at the door
Business After Hours,
February 8, 2011 5pm - 7pm
WineStyles is located at:
6608 64th St. NE, Suite A,
Marysville, WA 98270
Phone: (360) 658-4850
Web: http://winestyles.net/marysville
RSVP to mailto:kim@marysvilletulalipchamber.com, or by calling 360-659-7700.
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Welcome New Members
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We would like to thank our newest Chamber Members!
Frontier Communications
Matt Beals
877-462-8188
www.frontier.com
Allied Waste of Lynnwood
Scott Mullan
425-646-2470
www.alliedwastesnoco.com Gary Petershagen Merry Maids Michelle Foster 425-335-3344 Thank you and we look forward to working with each and every one of you!
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Members in the News
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"Moving on Up! Paul Pukis is now owner and CEO of Mosaic Insurance Alliance, LLC. Paul brought 2 other highly successful agents, all his staff and the staff of the other agents with him to create Mosaic. As an independent agent, Paul and Mosaic now offer home, auto, business, life and health insurance through 30+ top-rated companies. Why the move?
Being an independent agent allows Paul and Mosaic to do the shopping for you (Mosaic even takes care of contacting your prior company to let them know you've changed). Mosaic's ability to work with multiple companies allows you to create unique coverages to fit exactly what you need.
Recently, Mosaic was offered an appointment with Liberty Northwest (LNW). This local company with national backing offers a wide variety of commercial and business insurance. The reason this is so important is because this is the first time in over 2 years (since Liberty Mutual purchased Safeco) that a new agency has been selected by Liberty Northwest. Paul's business plan, dedication do taking the best care of his clients and track record of success helped secure Mosaic this coveted relationship.
Please contact Paul and Mosaic at 360-386-1275 or paulpukis@MosaicIA.com for a review of your protection needs or to simply wish him the best on his new business!"
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Paul Taylor, president of Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Inc., was sworn in as President of the Snohomish County Chapter of WALP in January 2011. Consolidated Landscape was created in 1990 and has continually provided the Northwest with outstanding landscape services.
The Washington Association of Landscape Professionals (WALP), established in 1984, is a group of landscape experts; dedicated to providing opportunities that promote professionalism, integrity, and education to a thriving membership within the Green Industry and communities served.
Consolidated Landscape Maintenance
13233 30th Ave NW Marysville, WA 98271 · 360-652-2303 · www.consolidatedlandscape.com
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HomeStreet Bank Receives "Outstanding" Rating Under Community Reinvestment Act
SEATTLE - December 16, 2010 - HomeStreet Bank has received an "Outstanding" rating under the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), a federal regulation that evaluates how effectively federally-insured banks and thrifts meet the credit needs of their communities, including low- and moderate-income residents. HomeStreet Bank is one of very few banks in the country that has maintained an outstanding rating since the Community Reinvestment Act was passed in 1977.
"We are very proud of our Outstanding rating because it signifies recognition, on a federal level, of our service to customers and communities of all income ranges," said Kathryn Williams, community relations director and CRA officer for HomeStreet Bank.
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) evaluated HomeStreet Bank's lending, service, and investment practices and its compliance in these areas as they relate to CRA criteria. The Bank was recognized for its work providing loans to home buyers of low and moderate income, including through innovative programs such as its own Hometown Home Loan employer-assisted housing program; the state bond loan programs in Washington, Oregon and Hawaii; the Rural Housing Service Farm Home Loan program; the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands program for affordable housing in the State of Hawaii; and a variety of federal programs targeting low- to moderate-income homebuyers.
The Bank was also recognized for financing a large number of community development loans, many of which include affordable units; and for serving the banking needs of the most economically disadvantaged through its participation in the Bank on Seattle-King County program.
"HomeStreet Bank puts great emphasis on its role as a community partner," continued Williams. "While the CRA evaluation is only one way of measuring the benefit we provide to our communities, it is rewarding to have our efforts recognized in this way."
Founded in 1921, family- and employee-owned HomeStreet Bank is one of the largest privately owned banks in the Pacific Northwest and Hawaii. Headquartered in Seattle, the company has assets of $2.66 billion and a network of 30 branch and mortgage offices. For more information about HomeStreet Bank, visit the company's web site at www.homestreet.com.
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Precision Collision Auto Body has just purchased another collision center in East Lake Sammamish! This adds to our family of 13 body shops for a total of 14 collision centers!
Mark Lovell
Marketing Director
425-923-3555
www.PrecisionCollisionAutoBody.com
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Marysville School District to Cut Budget in Mid-Year
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Marysville School District to Cut Budget in Mid-Year For the first time in 30 years the legislature is taking back school funds in mid-year. Marysville will need to cut $1.5 to $1.8 million from this year's school budget. Superintendent, Larry Nyland, says "it's been a roller coaster year - voter approval of the four-year levy in February was a huge blessing. Loss of the supplemental levy in August along with enrollment decline and some overstaffing was discouraging but doable. The promise of $2.3 million in federal Ed Jobs money in October provided encouraging news. Then came the across-theboard cuts of 6.3%, and the legislative take-backs." On Saturday, December 11th the legislature acted to take back: - All of the federal Ed Jobs money by shorting districts in their monthly checks; and
- Half of the money for smaller class-size in Grades K-3.
For Marysville that means loss of $2.3 million in Ed Jobs money and loss of $600,000 in funding for K-3. The Governor announced further cuts for next year on December 15th and is to announce more recommended cuts for this year on December 17th. The impacts of these cuts on the district is not yet known. "We are looking at all possible mid-year cuts," said Nyland. "Reserves, unspent budgets, vacant positions, textbooks, training, maintenance, and even mid-year layoffs or reductions in sports seasons are all being reviewed. We have also invited staff and labor leaders to explore with us all possible solutions that would help us sustain learning and programs. " Teachers and principals have annual contracts so class sizes are unlikely to be affected mid-year. On Monday, December 20th, the school board will discuss budget cuts and a delay in the start-up of varsity athletics at Marysville Getchell High School. The district anticipates that budget cuts will need to be agreed upon sometime in January to make the needed reductions of $1.5 to $1.8 million. ## |
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The Diet Doc 6 Week Biggest Loser Contest
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The Diet Doc is offering a special Biggest Loser Contest, client's choice, You pick the time frame that works for you. Whoever loses the Biggest Percentage of weight in a 6 week period wins a 5 to 7 day vacation at a RCI resort. Our last date for members to sign up and be a part of our contest is February 10th, You must call prior to that date. New clients signing up for this contest will receive a 10% discount. 360-653-7414.
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February Business Before Hours
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Business Before Hours
Proudly Presents
"A look towards Olympia"
7:00am - 9:00am Tulalip Casino - Canoes Cabaret Room
10200 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip WA 98271
RSVP - $23 or Non-Registered At the Door $28
Networking * Prize Drawings * Good Food * Great People
Sponsored by:
University Center of North Puget Sound
Eight Universities
Endless Opportunities
2000 Tower Street,
Everett, WA 98201
425-259-8900
www.uceverett.org
Join us from 7am to 9am for Business Before Hours for a great mix of networking, prizes and a hearty breakfast while you learn first hand what lies ahead for the City of Marysville. This is a can't miss opportunity to network with over 100 potential clients and business partners, eat a great breakfast, win prizes and stay informed.
February 25 , 2011
7:00am - 9:00am
Tulalip Casino
Please join us and come prepared to give your business premium exposure by bringing brochures and business cards to pass out. Call or email your reservations today to save your seat!
Business Before Hours is held from 7am - 9am at the Tulalip Casino, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip, WA. To register, email Cyd@marysvilletulalipchamber.com, or call (360) 659-7700. Cost is $23.00 per person if you pre-register, or $28.00 at the door. Reservations made and not honored will be billed.
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The Greater Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce & Visitor
Information Center
8825 34th Avenue NE, Suite C, Tulalip, WA 98271 360-659-7700
Please forward this newsletter to anyone who could benefit from this information
Sincerely,
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The Greater Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce
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