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Chamber News & Events
Tomorrow
"Buy Local" Breakfast Workshop
Tuesday, April 3rd 8:30 - 9:30am
Location: West Hill Center, 31900 RR 12 North (5 miles north of 290)
Have your ideas heard and join in some serious planning on ways to get residents to come to Dripping Springs to buy!
Come for marketing impact and enjoy breakfast tacos, juice & coffee. Contact Sherrie at 858-7000 or sherrie@drippingspringstx.org
Next Week
Ambassadors/Membership Committee Meeting
Wednesday, April 11th Noon - 1:00pm
Location: The Springs YMCA
Come join this committee as we plan on how to bring greater benefits to the members of the Chamber!
Economic Development Committee Meeting
Wednesday, April 11th 3:30 - 5:00pm
Location: Gracy Title Co., 300 W. Mercer
Congratulations Corey Skahill - You won a $100 gift certificate to a local business of your choosing for recruiting new members to the Chamber!
NEW MEMBERSHIP DRIVE STARTS TODAY!
Recruit new members to the Chamber & win a $100 gift certificate!
The Chamber member who recruits the most new members* to join the Chamber will win a $100 gift certificate to a local business of your choosing.** This quarter's contest ends June 30th, so let's get busy!
*New members are classified as those who were not a member of the Chamber during 2011 or 2012.
**Gift certificate must be from a current member of the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce
Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce & Visitor's Bureau - Contact Information and New Location
Physical Address: 509 Mercer St. (next to City Hall)
Mailing Address: P. O. Box 206, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Visitor's Bureau - 512.858.4740
Fax - 512.858.4144
E-Mail - dsvisitorsbureau@drippingspringstx.org
Chamber of Commerce - 512.858.7000 **New Number
Fax - 512.858.4144
E-Mail - dschamber@drippingspringstx.org (please note: the Verizon e-mail is no longer valid)
FOUNDER'S DAY BUSINESS BOOTHS April 20-22
$120 after March 20th
Click Here for Business Booth Application
For more information, contact dsfoundersdayvendors@gmail.com |
MEMBER NEWS
Helping Hands & Texas Hill Country Olive Co. need your help. The Olive Co. is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 8th that will benefit the Helping Hands Food Pantry. No child will be turned away from hunting Easter Eggs and all proceeds from this event will go to Helping Hands. Help is needed in the form on donations of candy and plastic eggs. If you can make a donation, please contact Sean at 512-607-6512.
Core Health Care - Deadline for Donation is Tomorrow - April 3rd!
CORE Health Care is a rehabilitationcenter that provides post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care for adults with brain injuries, psychiatric disorders and other special needs. Along with a team of other therapists, we help these clients to reach their goals of improving their independence. We would like to thank-you for our continuing relationship throughout the past year, it has allowed us to provide our clients with not only strength and endurance training but also the knowledge that they can re-enter the community.
Each summer CORE Health Care sends a group on a fun filled weekend of camp (please visit their website at www.campforall.org). This event includes an exciting three days and two nights of everything from horseback riding and dancing to rock wall climbing and zip lining. When I went last year, I saw the difference this one weekend made, giving them a sense of accomplishment when they climbed a wall or making lasting/supporting connections with people with similar conditions.
At this time, we may be forced to turn away a large percentage of our clients due to lack of funds. It costs $248 to pay for each person for an entire weekend. This includes everything from transportation, meals, attendant services, and days full of camp activities. Our goal is to raise $10,000. Any amount that you are willing to donate is greatly appreciated.
Our non for profit organization, CORE Health Foundation, has a mission of removing barriers for individuals with disabilities. Sending individuals to camp so that they can participate in a life-changing experience, meets this mission. We are in dire need of contributions so that all will have a chance to join. If your business is interested in donating to this event, these funds would be used for the sole purpose of the benefit of our clients and are tax deductible.
Donations can be made by check to the CORE health foundation with "camp" written in the memo line. It can be mailed to the above address. Our Tax ID: 20-4395526
If you have any questions about CORE Health Foundation, please visit: www.corehealthfoundation.org. If you would like to receive information about the camp, please contact Alicia Storrier via email at astorrier@corehealth.com.
Wellspring Medical Clinic
We are still seeing cases of influenza-"the flu"-- in the clinic, and I wanted to reach out to everyone to let them know that WellSpring Family Medicine still has flu vaccine.
In the past week, we cared for more patients who were confirmed to have the flu. I expect them all to recover, however the number of missed days from work or school and the potential exposure to other vulnerable individuals remains a concern. If you believe that you have developed the illness, please remain at home and practice "social distancing" to avoid exposing others needlessly. For anyone who was undecided earlier or perhaps wasn't able to get one, I encourage you to stop by and get this protective treatment.
Flu can occur year round, but it tends to cluster in the winter months, typically November to March. The milder winter seems to have shifted its peak and we may see a higher number cases of the flu later than usual.
If you would like to get the flu shot, come by. You don't need an appointment and since this is a preventative service, we expect your health plan to pay 100% on the claim. However, if it does not, we believe that this is an important tool to help our bodies mount a quicker immune response so you will not owe anything if your health plan does not cover this expense.
We want you to be healthy. We want to be your partner in achieving the best health possible. We look forward to seeing you.
Canyon Grill Icehouse is pleased to announce that we are now available for private parties on Sundays. We offer a wide variety of foods outside of our standard menu, and can work with you to fit almost any budget. All we ask for is a minimum of one week to book and plan for your event. Please think of us for your next event. We look forward to sharing your special event with you! For questions or reservations please call us at 512-858-7100. Thank you for your business!
Rotary Club & Helping Hands - When was the last time you played croquet? It might bring back some great memories as a child or maybe you play croquet now and wish more people got into the funky groove of the sport? Well, now is your chance!
The Rotary Club of Dripping Springs is calling all hands on deck for this awesome fundraiser to benefit the local Helping Hands food pantry.
Croquet matches are free and open to the public of all ages. These matches are held at various host sites and local businesses that will offer more than just croquet! You'll find refreshments and special guests to keep you entertained that can be enjoyed by the whole family!
Rotary is asking for monetary donations or canned goods to support the Helping Hands food pantry.
Mark your calendar for the following Saturday play times and locations!
April 7th Bell Springs Winery 1pm-5pm
April 14th Austin Zoo 11am-4pm
April 28th The Barn at Bell Springs 1pm-4pm
May 5th Jones/Poteet Ranch 1pm-4pm
May 12th Sol'stice Home & Garden Expressions 12pm-4pm
Sponsors not hosting a site but who have contributed to this worthwhile cause are Lakewood Interiors Inc., Sunset Canyon Pottery and Carved Stone Inc. |
EMPLOYMENT
MEMBERS- Please feel free to send us any job openings as you have them and when a position is filled please notify us ASAP at dschamber@drippingspringstx.org. New listings are in red.
SUMMER DAY CAMP COUNSELOR
The City of Dripping Springs is accepting applications for Summer Day Camp Counselors for the City's summer day camp program with an outdoor educational theme. Hours are part-time to full-time. Must be able to work between 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, June 4 to August 17. Pay is $8.50-$9.00 per hour, depending on experience. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Application forms may be obtained from the City of Dripping Springs front desk or the city website at www.cityofdrippingsprings.com. Submit application and resume to Camp Director, City of Dripping Springs, P.O. Box 384, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, or hand deliver to 511 Mercer St. Application deadline is April 15th. For more information call (512) 858-4725.
PART-TIME TELEMARKTERS
Texas Water Solutions is looking for part-time telemarketers. Job description and pay will be explained during one-on-one interview. Call Ashley at 512-858-2525, ext. 211 for more information.
FULL TIME RECEPTIONIST
Texas Water Solutions is looking for a full-time receptionist. Job description and pay will be explained during one-on-one interview. Call Ashley at 512-858-2525, ext. 211 for more information.
HOUSEKEEPER
Housekeeper needed for bed and breakfast/residence in Dripping Springs. Must have car and be dependable. Work Saturday, Sunday and Monday, possible weekdays available. Call Laurie at 512-858-0982.
WEEKEND RN, MED AIDES, CNA'S & PRN NURSES
Hill Country Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Is looking for CARING, compassionate, reliable, hard working people to join our GREAT team! Competitive Wages, Sign on Bonus for RN and Med Aide, Full Benefits Package, Flexible Staffing. For Immediate consideration please call Kim Shaw (512) 858-5624. Hill Country Care, 1505 W. Highway 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Or email: kshaw@seniorcarecnetersltc.com EOE
FRONT OFFICE
Vitalogy Skincare is looking for a front office employee for the Dripping Springs location. This will be a full-time postion, Monday-Friday, with good benefits. Previous medical office or receptionist experience is preferred. Good communication and organizational skills are a must. Must be a pleasant self starter with a positive attitude, able to multi-task, be a team player as well as be able to work independently. Duties include greeting patients, insurance verifications, accurate date entry, taking care of the office, and assisting with the call center. Some local travel will be required. Non-smoking office. Please respond with a cover letter and resume to
careers@vitalogyskincare.com.
MANAGERS and TEAM MEMBERS
Whataburger is accepting applications for the location at Dripping Springs. We offer competitive pay, great benefits and unlimited growth potential.
Managers can make up to $49,200 (depending on experience) and have a potential for a monthly bonus incentive. Team Members can make up to $10.00 per hour (depending on experience) and have flexible schedules.
If you are looking to join our Great Team, reply with a valid way for us to contact you, e.g. phone number or email address (for Team Member positions) or with a resume (for Manager positions). If you would like to apply in person, visit the location: 598 E. Hwy. 290 W., Ste 500, Dripping Springs or email wb0999@wbhq.com. Please visit our website at www.whataburger.com
REGISTERED NURSE
CORE Health Care is looking for a full-time Registered Nurse to work with our psychiatric and brain injured residents. Preference is at least one year of rehab experience or CRRN certification. This position would have a weekend rotation and must be available for Monday-Friday orientation from 8:00 am-5:00pm. Please visit our website for more information and to apply online at www.corehealth.com
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
CORE Health Care is looking for an Occupational Therapist to begin at twenty hours per week with the potential to increase to forty hours. Interested candidates must have an active Occupational Therapist license and be available for orientation Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Please visit our website for more information and to apply online at www.corehealth.com
CASE MANAGER
CORE Health Care is looking for a full-time Case Manager. Competitive compensation and benefits package available. Ideal candidate would have a Master's degree in a behavioral science field and at least two years of experience. Please visit our website for more information and to apply online at www.corehealth.com
DIRECT CARE STAFF
CORE Health Care is looking for full-time and part-time Direct Care Workers. Interested candidates must be at least twenty-one years of age and have a high school diploma or GED as well as availability for orientation Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00pm. Please visit our website for more information and to apply online at www.corehealth.com
IT TECHNICIAN
L2 Consulting Services is looking for part- to full-time IT Technician supporting IT related activities including administration, maintenance, backups, configuration, troubleshooting IT equipment, telecom systems/devices. Email resumes to Careers@L2Aviation.com
AUTOCAD DRAFTER
L2 Consulting Services is looking for part- to full-time AutoCAD Drafter with 3D Modeling experience (Inventor a plus) creating detailed production drawings and wiring diagrams. Email resumes to Careers@L2Aviation.com.
RECEPTIONIST/SCHEDULER
Family Connections Center is looking for a front desk receptionist/scheduler. Experience in a medical office, Quickbooks and Microsoft Office preferred. This is a full-time position working some late evenings and Saturdays. Please e-mail resume to admin@family-connections-center.com
REAL ESTATE SALES PROFESSIONAL
Mallett Integrity Team - Fast growing top Real Estate team in Dripping Springs looking for energetic, motivated individuals to sell real estate in the SW Austin area. Experience preferred but will train the right person. Must be organized, a self starter, outgoing, goal oriented and optimistic. Must like structure and consider others before making decisions. Must want to make decisions, but enjoy being part of the team. They can easily build and lead a division of a team or company. They are caring, helpful, understanding, and patient with other people. Commission based. Call or email for confidential interview. Steve Mallett (512) 829-2062 or stevem@mallettintegrityteam.com
VARIOUS BANK POSITIONS
Pioneer Bank is currently hiring experienced individuals in the following areas:
Teller/Personal Banker, Branch Manager, Commercial loan Processor and Mortgage loan processor. Please send resume to personnel@pioneerbanktexas.com
FINANCIAL ADVISORS
Raymond James Financial Service is a growing office and is seeking experienced Financial Advisor(s) on Independent platform of Raymond James Financial Service. Very attractive payout. Series 7 & 63 required. Series 65 preferable not required. All inquiries are held in strict confidence. Please call (512) 775-5668 for confidential phone inquiry.
BUSINESS UNDERWRITING SPECIALIST
KDRP Community Radio is growing and looking for reliable, presentable, organized and assertive individual/s to provide new revenue for KDRP Community radio by calling on Business leaders in our community and in Austin, garnering new underwriting accounts, and providing superior service for our important clients. A servant's heart with a focus on personal growth is important. Outstanding "in the field training" is provided. For more information or to schedule a confidential phone interview, contact Daryl O'Neal by email at volunteer@kdrplive.org or call 512-829-4681.
FRONT DESK CLERK
Outpost Motelis looking for a daytime person to manage the front desk and other duties at the Outpost Motel in Dripping Springs. Person should be able to speak fluent English and have some phone skills for taking reservations and attending to the guests' needs. Minor maintenance required. Must have transportation. Please inquire 512-971-2875.
MARKETING OPERATIONS, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, ACCOUNTING, PAYROLL & HR CANDIDATES
Red River Service Co. of Austin needs to add key members to Corporate Team. We're a diversified service contract org. throughout the US that works w/ all levels of gov't. For more info go to www.redriverservice.com. Submit resume to: ethics@redriverservice.com
HOUSEKEEPERS, LAUNDRY PERSONNEL
Sleep Inn & Suites is looking for Housekeepers & Laundry personnel. Must be highly dependable! Hourly rates will depend on experience. Please send applications or resumes to Fax # 1-512-858-2612.
SERVICE TECH
Good to Go Oil Center is looking for a service tech with some experience. Please contact Shaun Brizendine at 512-858-1420 or come by the business at 1160 Hwy 290 E, Dripping Springs to fill out an application.
AUTO TECHNICIAN
Pro-Tech Automotive is looking for an Auto Technician with 3-5 yrs. experience, ASE Master, foreign, domestic, cars & light truck. Fast growing, local, independent shop. See www.DrippingSpringsAuto.com. Call 512-829-5123
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Texas Hill Country Olive Co. is seeking sales representatives to sell company's delicious olive oil and balsamic vinegar on some weekends at Farmers Markets, Festivals, and other special events. Rick Mensik, Texas Hill Country Olive Co, (512) 607.6512
SPEECH THERAPIST
Family Connections Center is looking for a Speech Therapist to work at our busy Speech, Physical, Occupational Therapy, hippotherapy clinic. Competitive compensation and benefits. Contact Michelle or Katherine at admin@family-connections-center.com or 512-858-2507.
HEB EMPLOYMENT
If you are interested in applying at HEB, you must go to www.heb.com and click on "careers" to fill out an application for consideration. |
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INTERESTED IN JOINING A CHAMBER COMMITTEE?
Ambassadors Committee
Meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 12 noon. Contact Stephanie Ramirez at stephanie.jones@austinymca.org or call 858-7000 for location of meeting. Open to all DS Area Chamber of Commerce members.
DS Area Chamber EDC Meeting Committee members meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 3:30 pm at Gracy Title, 300 W. Mercer, Suite 101, DS. For more information contact the Chamber office at (512) 858-7000.
Marketing Committee
Meets once a month. If you would like to share your marketing/graphic skills, please contact Sherrie Parks at 858-7000 or sherrie@drippingspringstx.org.
CHAMBER BOARD MEETINGS
Board of Directors Meeting
The DS Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 3:00 pm. Call for 858-7000 for location of meeting. All Chamber members are welcome to attend and observe. |
COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Toastmasters
DS Toastmasters regularly meets every Tuesday, 6:30pm, at Pioneer Bank Bldg. (Conference Rm), 100 Creek Rd at Hwy 290. Visitors always welcome. For more information, call Tom Zalewski at thomasz@austin.rr.com. Our website: http://www.dstoastmasters.com/
DS Property Tour
Every Tuesday at Farm Bureau Ins. 151 E Mercer St. Breakfast meeting starts at 9:00am with tour of homes immediately following. For more information contact tour coordinator Carol Brown at dshometour@gmail.com , phone number 512-576-7711. Or Debra Williamson at dwilliamson@txfb-ins.com, phone number 512-858-7777.
Rotary Club
Every Monday, noon at Creek Road Café 301 Hwy 290 W. To attend, please contact Bonnie Rose at (512) 894-3944 or brose@austin.rr.com.
Charlotte's Book Club
DS Community Library
Meets 2nd Thursday of each month at 6 PM, at 501 Sportsplex Drive. Go to www.dscl.org or call 512-858-7825 for more information.
Lions Club
Meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at Café 131, 131 E. Mercer St.
Contact Sharon Goss at (512) 858-5159.
Alzheimer's Support Group
Free Alzheimer's Support Group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Noon at Arveda Alzheimer's Family Care, 11013 Signal Hill Drive, 78737. (Off Hwy 290, just past Nutty Brown, behind McCoy's). Please RSVP to 512-637-5400. Also, visit our website at http://www.arvedacare.com.
Vince F. Taylor American Legion Post 290
Meets in the Vet Hall on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. Vet Hall is located at RR12N and Loop 64 (Mercer St.) For Info please call 858-5637.
Dripping Springs VFW
Post 2933
Meets in the Vet Hall on the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. Vet Hall is located at RR12N and Loop 64 (Mercer St.) For Info please call: 858-5637. |
CITY OF DRIPPING SPRINGS
It's official! Harrison Ranch Park has a new name...Dripping Springs Ranch Park.
After several focus meetings with the community and advice from the Park's economic analyst, the City of Dripping Springs Council Members and Park Commissioners enacted the name change at their regular meetings in January and February.
Dripping Springs Ranch Park Commission Chair June Baumoel said, "Through feedback we received we determined the park name should include 'Dripping Springs' as it is such a desirable location and a name that is easy to market."
New marketing and public relations strategies and branding efforts are currently underway and should be completed within the next several months. The development of a new logo, web site, signage, and e-marketing campaigns will follow with the name change.
According to Mayor Todd Purcell, "Our main goal was that we wanted Dripping Springs Ranch Park to be a reflection of why Dripping Springs is such a great place to live, work, and play. Giving the park its own identity will allow us to market the Park for a variety of entertainment. Dripping Springs is poised and ready for a first-class event center and family park that will provide a highly desired gathering locale for its citizens and its surrounding neighbors." The economic analysis prepared for the Park in November 2011 shows the benefits of the Park to the City's sales tax base through a variety of events including trade shows, larger festivals and music opportunities while also serving the equine and agricultural community.
Along with new branding, additional leadership will soon be recruited for Dripping Springs Ranch Park and its committees. Specific information, including responsibilities and vacancy of positions will be announced in the coming months.
Some of the upcoming events scheduled for the Dripping Springs Ranch Park Arena include Dripping Springs 4-H Horse Project, Texas Hill Country Barrel Racers Association, D-Bar-S Roping Series, Dripping Springs Ranch Park Buckle and Saddle Series and Dripping Springs Ag Boosters Rodeo. Also, coming in June will be the beloved Camp Lasso, an 11-week day camp for kids age 6 to 13 years old.
For more information on activities or events at Dripping Springs Ranch Park, please see the City of Dripping Springs website at www.cityofdrippingsprings.com . |
BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU
According to the American Camp Association, more than 12,000 day and resident camps exist in the U.S., and more than 11 million children and adults attend camp each year. When it comes time to choose that perfect camp for your child, how do you choose? Better Business Bureau advises taking the time to look beyond brochures and website pictures before making a decision.
Over the past three years, BBB has received more than 350 complaints against various camps nationwide. Common disputes allege dissatisfaction with camp activities or staff, mistakes in the billing cycle and refund issues.
BBB advises parents to begin their search early and look for a camp centered on their child's interests and age. In addition to checking www.bbb.org to see a camp's BBB Business Review or to find a BBB Accredited camp, BBB offers the following tips for parents searching for the right camp:
ˇ Get references. Ask parents of other campers about their child's experience and why they recommend one camp over another. Of note, there is no government oversight of camps, so it's especially important to look for facilities that are certified by the American Camp Association, which requires camps to meet up to 300 nationally recognized standards.
ˇ Visit the camp in person. Check all living, eating and recreational facilities. Be sure to ask about safety procedures and how rules are enforced.
ˇ Assess the quality and commitment of the staff. Find out the camp director's background, the criteria used for hiring staff and whether certification in CPR and First Aid is required. It is also important to know the ratio of staff to campers. Parents sending children to specialty camps should inquire about the staff's level of expertise in the specific area.
ˇ Know the fees and payment policies. What is the total cost of tuition? Is your money refundable should the camp be canceled? Are there extra charges for any activities? Are meals and transportation included? Make sure all these details are included in your contract.
ˇ Ask about medical care and insurance. Check out the medical facilities to be sure they are adequate. Find out if a nurse or doctor is onsite. Inquire about the procedures for transporting injured or sick children to nearby medical facilities and under what circumstances you will be notified of any problems.
ˇ Consider a backup plan. In case the camp you choose gets canceled for unexpected reasons, be sure to have another camp or two in mind. It is ideal to also visit and research those backup camps in advance so that you can be well-informed in the event of a last-minute decision.
To check the reliability of a company and find trustworthy businesses, visit bbb.org. |
INFORMATION FOR MONDAY E-MAILS
All members are welcome to send us information to post in The Enterprise On-Line weekly update. Please send your brief write-up by e-mail or in Word format to dschamber@drippingspringstx.org.
Information must be received by Thursday @ 5:00pm. Please know that your information will be posted as you have written it without editing. ALSO - PLEASE KEEP US UPDATED REGARDING POSTS FOR EMPLOYMENT! If you fill the position, let us know so we can remove the listing. |
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2012 BOARD MEMBERS
Secretary - Rhonda Edwards
Treasurer - Randy Van Camp
Chris Heinchon
Sharon Herbert
Shelley Hill
John Hoag |
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