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Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce
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| Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce Newsletter |
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Board of Directors
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Carey Alderson
President
Dean Moore
Vice President
Cheryl Cox
Aaron Kyle
Director
Bryan Oakley
Director
Maryse Kintz
Director
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| Code Follow Up Letter |
Dear Business Owner,
I am writing you as a follow up to the May 17th Planning Commission Meeting. During the meeting, many local business owners stood up to discuss how the current (and proposed) code has affected their business. At the request of the Planning Commission, it is in your best interest to present your argument in writing to the City Council in anticipation of the June 28th City Council meeting to discuss adopting (and possibly amending) the newly proposed code.
If you are unsure what to write, may I suggest the following:
- Paragraph 1: Introduction. Tell the City Council about yourself & your business.
- Paragraph 2: Current Code. Tell the City Council how the current code has impacted your business.
- Paragraph 3: Suggestion to New Code. Tell the City Council that you would like to see Section 19.70.080 amended so that the public right-of-way would be reduced from 25 feet to 5 feet, which in most instances allow for your business to have an outdoor display.
- Paragraph 4: Close. Thank the City Council for reading your request, and express hope that they take into consideration your viewpoint for the June 28th meeting.
YOUR Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce is remaining very active in advocating for your rights to draw consumers to your business. We will be present at the June 28th City Council meeting. We encourage you to write your letter as soon as possible to allow the City Council for time to review and prepare for the June 28th meeting. If you have any questions or wish to discuss this further, please contact me by phone at 760-367-3445 or by email at [email protected]
Until Next week,
Christine Hoenigmann
Executive Director
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Desert Hues Exhibit - Art in Public Places
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"Desert Hues" is the theme for the new Art in Public Places exhibition at Twentynine Palms Visitor Center & Art Gallery and Chamber of Commerce, 73484 29 Palms Hwy. in Twentynine Palms, from April 1 to June 24, 2016.
The artworks reflect on the theme "Desert Hues" and can be paintings, works on paper, mixed media, photography, or three-dimensional work such as assemblage, ceramics, sculpture, and fabric art. All work must be ready to hang with professional wire or mount on a pedestal, must be offered for sale, and must be suitable for viewing by the public.
For questions or more information, contact PAAC liaison Jon Beard at 760-367-7562 or send an email to
[email protected].
"Golden Cholla"
Tami Roleff
Photograph
Thank you to all the artists who make this show possible!
All works are available for purchase at YOUR Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center.
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ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS
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On May 18th,
the Administration released its final overtime regulation increasing the salary threshold, below which employees must be paid overtime for working more than 40 hours a week, from $23,660 annually to $47,476 annually. This threshold will take effect on December 1, 2016, and it will be adjusted every three years to match the 40th percentile of salaried employees in the nation's weakest economically performing region. In other words, the threshold will likely increase every three years in perpetuity.
Because California state law mandates that all exempt salaried employees be paid twice the minimum wage (currently $10/hour), the current threshold is around $41,000/year. Due to the passage of the $15/hour minimum wage bill, the exempt threshold will rise to $62,000/year by 2022 , exceeding the new federal threshold. Therefore, the primary concerns for CA employers will be related to the timeline and perpetual adjustments. The DOL's short timeline means many CA businesses and non-profits will have to make classification adjustments almost immediately; and its three year adjustment schedule means the federal threshold could surpass the state's threshold at some point beyond 2022.
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Upcoming Business Education Opportunities 2016
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Tues 5/24
Spanky
: Americana/Califonia Folk, Guitar & Vocals
Wed 5/25
Daniel Horn
: Contemporary Singer/Songwriter, Guitar & Vocals
Thurs 5/26
Bobby Furgo & Co.
: Folk Rock, Guitar and Violin
Fri 5/27
Dana Larson:
Contemporary Folk Singer/Songwriter, Guitar & Vocals
Sat 5/28
Beverly Derby & Bill Church:
Jazz, Keyboard & Trumpet
Sun 5/29
Bob Garcia:
Soft Rock, Guitar & Vocals
Mon 5/30
The Luminators:
Mark Ross, Mandolin & Paul Gerkin, Guitar
Tues 5/31
Bob Garcia Band:
Soft Rock, Full Band
Sunday - Thursday the music starts at 6:00pm, and Friday & Saturday nights 6:30pm. Depending on the season, and weather, musicians may play inside the restaurant, or outdoors on the pool patio.
Located at
73950 Inn Ave, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277. For more info, please call (760) 367-3505.
www.29palmsinn.com
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The Kentucky Warbler has been spotted at the 29 Palms Inn! You can stop by for more info.
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The FREE Friday Concert Series, now in its third season, features electrifying tribute bands and artists, performing on the outdoor stage at Tortoise Rock Casino. The concerts take place at 8 p.m. on Friday nights now through October. Live at the Rock is presented by Z107.7 FM. Listen to Z107.7 FM for updates and announcements about the Live at the Rock series.
LIVE AT THE ROCK LINEUP:
May 27 Generation Idol: Billy Idol
TORTOISE ROCK CASINO HONORS MILITARY ON MEMORIAL DAY
Free Meal for Active and Retired Military on Monday, May 30
Since their opening in early 2014, Tortoise Rock Casino has been devoted to giving back and honoring those that sacrifice their lives to serve in the United States Military. As a token of their appreciation, Tortoise Rock Casino is proud to serve a FREE meal on Memorial Day, Monday, May 30 for all active and retired military.
"Tortoise Rock Casino and the Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians are humbled by the sacrifices made on behalf of the courageous men and women who serve and have served in the U.S. Military," said Tom Sedlock, General Manager. "Tortoise Rock Casino has a special connection to our service men and women as we are just miles away from The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center and we invite them all to come out and enjoy a special meal on us."
From noon to 6 p.m. in Oasis Grille, FREE Nathan's Chili Dog and French Fries will be offered as a thank to all of those who have served our country (must present valid Military I.D.).
Tortoise Rock Casino can be found by taking a right on Adobe Road at Highway 62 going east. Everyone 18 years of age and over can join the non-stop sizzling gaming action at Tortoise Rock Casino.
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Carnival pre-sale tickets are on sale now at the 29 Palms Chamber of Commerce until May 27th!
They sell $6 per strip of 10 tickets. All rides require 3 - 5 tickets per ride.
The National Police Association Rodeo is joining this year's
Grubstake Days festivities to be held over Memorial day Weekend May 27 thru 30.
For the first
time in 10 years you can thrill to bronc and bull riding, be amazed by the team roping, cheer your
favorite barrel racer, or laugh with the kids as they try to ride sheep in the mutton busting, and so
much more.
So mount up and ride on over to Homestead Valley Park in Landers May 27th and 28th. Gates
open at 4 PM, show starts at 7 PM.
Limited seating is available.
Pre-sale tickets are $13. It's $15 at the gate, and
children 6 and under are admitted free. You can purchase tickets at A Stylish Affair Hair Salon
at 55755 29 Palms Hwy in Yucca Valley, the Yucca Valley Chamber in the California Welcome
Center 56711 29 Palms Hwy, C & J Feed Barn at 350 Old Woman Springs Rd in Yucca Valley,
and at Gary's Tires/Pioneer Feed at 62485 29 Palms Hwy in Joshua Tree. Proceeds from the
rodeo will benefit Sherry's Project Wounded Warriors Pack, training companion animals for
Wounded Warriors.
For additional information on the rodeo please call 760-218-1980.
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Blessed Sacrament Church Event
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Mars Near Opposition at Sky's the Limit
Mars was at opposition last week, but is still the second brightest object in the night sky. Jupiter is just slightly brighter. Right below Mars is Antares and to the left is the ringed planet Saturn. This will be the best weekend to catch detail on Mars when it is nearest to the Earth. You should be able to see darker features on the surface, the most prominent is known as Syrtis Major.
This event will start at approximately 9 pm and ends at 12:00 am on Sat., May 28th.
The seasonal sky is very unpredictable and a viewing event may have to be delayed, rescheduled, or
cancelled due to cloudiness, rain, or excessive wind. Check Sky's The Limit Facebook Page or follow
@STL29Palms to learn the latest status of an event, or call Steve at (760) 401-3004.
For more information and to see photos taken through STL's 14" Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope, visit the
STL web site at
www.skysthelimit29.org.
STL is an affiliate of the Basin Wide
Foundation, a tax-exempt nonprofit organization. Donations to support Sky's The Limit's educational programs
are gratefully accepted.
Raffle Tickets on Sale NOW at the Mobil Gas Station to Support Sky's the Limit!
Support for Sky's the Limit's rebuilding efforts and future projects will be coming from 29 Palms Liquor & Mobil Gas via a raffle announced by owner Jeewanjot Singh. The Singh family was motivated to find a way to support STL after learning of the January theft of its photovoltaic system.
Starting April 18th through Memorial Day weekend (which ends May 30th), 29 Palms Liquor & Mobil Gas will be selling raffle tickets at $1 each with 90% of all monies collected going to the Observatory and Nature Center.
Donations:
Raffle tickets can be purchased inside the 29 Palms Liquor & Mobil Gas (73777 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277) at the register. Winner of the raffle will be notified on June 1, 2016 and will receive a $250 Mobil gift card.
Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Christine Hoenigmann assisted in coordinating meetings and clarifying details of the promotion, saying, "This is a shining example within our community of a local business supporting a local nonprofit. I am honored that the Chamber's expertise was sought out to make this raffle happen."
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The Inland Empire Small Business Development Center will be hosting a 'Loans for Your Small Business" seminar.
- Date: Thursday, June 2, 2016
- Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
- Location: Indio Workforce Development Center - 44-199 Monroe Street, Suite B (Room 427)
- Fee: There is no charge to attend
- Class Description: Inland Empire Small Business Development Center Training Event: If you need a loan but aren't sure what type of loan you need, you won't want to miss this seminar!
Designed to give you the information you need to prepare for the loan process, you will learn about the various loan programs available, the different requirements, and other qualifications for financing obtained through:
- Micro Loans
- SBA 7(a) Loan Guarantee Program
- SBA 504 Loan Guarantee Program
Contact: Mary Takavorian (909) 983-0751| [email protected] | Website: www.iesmallbusiness.com |
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Workshop
with Don
Chambers
(full, sign up for
waiting list)
with Don
Chambers (full, sign up for waiting list)
*ATTENTION MILITARY MEMBERS & DEPENDENTS: Through grants provided by various organizations, the Desert Institute offers a limited number of scholarships for their educational programs to active Marines and their family members on the 29 Palms MCAGCC. For more information and qualification requirements, please call 760-367-5535.
For more information, contact Kevin Wong, Program Coordinator, at 760-367-5539.
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Pancake Sponsors Needed
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The City of Twentynine Palms Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting registrations for Coach Schneider's Basketball Camp. This popular camp will be instructed by past and present Twentynine Palms High School girls and boys basketball coaches as well as past and present players on the girls and boys basketball teams. This camp is designed to provide campers with the opportunity to improve their overall basketball skills. Children ages 8 through 14 are eligible to register.
The registration fee is $80.00 per child and includes a week of instruction, games, camp t-shirt, camp basketball and more! The camp will take place June 13th through 17th at the Twentynine Palms High School Gymnasium. Register online at 29palms.org or in person Monday through Friday between 1:00 and 6:00 p.m. at the Twentynine Palms Recreation office, 74362 Joe Davis Drive.
The City of Twentynine Palms Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting registrations for Cheer Camp. This fun filled, team spirit camp will be instructed by Coach Tresa Oden and Twentynine Palms High School Cheerleaders. Participants will learn cheers, chants, dances, stunts, teamwork and much more! Participants in Kindergarten through 8th grades are eligible to register. The camp fee is $80.00 and includes week long cheer instruction, fun filled themed days, pom poms, and a camp t-shirt with a performance on the final day. The camp will take place at the Twentynine Palms High School Gymnasium June 27th through July 1st from 9:00 a.m. To 1:00 p.m. Register online at 29palms.org or in person Monday through Friday between 1:00 and 6:00 p.m. At the Twentynine Palms Recreation office, 74362 Joe Davis Drive.
For additional information call 760-367-7562
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The fourth annual Joshua Tree National Park Art Exposition will be held September 17 & 18, 2016, in Twentynine Palms, CA, at a variety of venues in the Oasis of Mara next to Joshua Tree National Park Headquarters.
A call for art entries is now being issued for the exposition's annual Juried Art Exhibition, which will be displayed at the historic 29 Palms Art Gallery for the month of September, with an awards reception for artists and the public set for Saturday night, Sept. 17.
Complete guidelines and an entry form are available at
www.JTNPArts.org
. The entry fee is $35 for up to three (3) artwork entries per artist. Entry images and entry fees can be submitted online. Deadline for entries is Friday, July 22, 2016, at 12 midnight PT.
The exposition is presented by Joshua Tree National Park Council for the Arts, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For more information, visit the website www.JTNPArts.org, or email: [email protected].
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This year's art tours will feature 133 artists throughout the Morongo Basin during two weekends in
October, the 15-16th and the 22nd-23rd. So mark your calendars now!
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I'm so grateful to be a member of Curves Fitness in 29 Palms! My name is Joni Daniel and I have been a member for seven years. Not only have I made good friends, but I have kept my energy up to excel in what life has dealt me. Curves has seen me through some pretty tough transitions from death, retirement, starting a new business, and more. If you're stressed out, come to Curves! The exercise and friendships make life bearable.
I love that I have a safe place to work on me!
-- Joni Daniel, Curves Member
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2016 Season Brochures are available for FREE thanks to US Bank at YOUR Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce & Theatre 29! Go to
http://theatre29.org/ for more information and to purchase your tickets.
*Discounts to military*
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"Kindness is more powerful than compulsion." - Charles Schwab
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