August 2017
Celebrated 20 years with a fundraiser and anniversary party. Thanks to your generosity, Blue Agave Club is sponsoring 12 campers to attend  The Taylor Family Foundation and Exceptional Needs Network camps. Stay connected with Blue Agave Club: www.blueagaveclub.com and www.facebook.com/BlueAgaveClub
Traditional Hawaiian Style Poke. First One in The Mainland. Visit North Shore Poke Co. at 6786 Bernal Avenue, Suite 820 in Pleasanton.
CEO's Corner
Johnson Drive Economic Development Zone
Scott Raty
President/CEO
The month of August is typically pretty quiet around city hall with minimal commission and council meetings.  That won't be the case this August as the City of Pleasanton will 'daylight' a complete proposal for the Johnson Drive Economic Development Zone (JDEDZ), including projected costs, financing and timing of the related transportation improvements in the area and plans for a Costco to anchor the zone.

While the Chamber has been a vocal advocate for the creation of the JDEDZ, we have withheld final judgement on any proposed projects until we, like everyone else, have had the opportunity to view an actual project proposal and acquired a clear understanding of how the complex construction and financing puzzle pieces will come together.  
We look forward to the City Staff Report and presentations calendared for Tuesday, August 15. Learn more about the Johnson Drive Economic Development Zone here.
 
Murrieta's Well, a Wente Vineyards venue, hosted a fabulous mixer in June. Murrieta's Well offers an intimate setting for weddings, private parties and corporate events. Set in a charming, 100+ year-old winery nestled among the vineyards, the estate features vineyard patio, a barrel room with vaulted rustic ceilings and magnificent views. 
 
Located in the heart of downtown Pleasanton, Barone's Restaurant proudly offers seasonally-rotating menus and an innovative culinary style, paired with personalized service and our sincere dedication to quality. 

Barone's Backyard was the site for the annual Salute to Parternships Joint Mixer & BBQ. Special thank you to Joe and Maricela Barone for hosting this great event.
This Friday, August 4, Barones and NMAO presents the second annual evening of Music Under the Stars, featuring Italian Tenor Pasquale Esposito in a benefit concert.

This outdoor event will be hosted in Barone's Patio & Gardens, with seating available by reservation only.  For Reservation Requests, please call or email: events@baronespleasanton.com - Please Include with your request: Your Name, Number of Requested Tickets & Contact Information.

BlueSky Wealth Advisors
BlueSky's unique way of approaching financial planning and investment management leaves many of our clients exclaiming "we never knew this type of service even existed!"  
Senior Wealth Advisor Bronwyn Shone and Wealth Advisor Madeline Valente.
If your success has brought you to a place where you no longer feel comfortable handling your financial life on your own, please contact us for a complementary meeting. 
1811 Santa Rita Road, Suite 211
Pleasanton
408-657-6880
Go Green Initiative Partners with Pleasanton Garbage to Provide  "Green" Jobs for Pleasanton Youth 
Summer Interns Educate Pleasanton Businesses on New Mandatory Recycling Ordinance
Pleasanton high school and college students are helping local businesses comply with the city's new Mandatory Recycling Ordinance (MRO). Thanks to a grant from Pleasanton Garbage Service, the Go Green Initiative hired summer interns to provide education and outreach to help businesses avoid fines from the Alameda County Waste Management Authority for noncompliance with the recycling and organics separation law that went into effect on January 1, 2017. 
Read more here.
You & Me Beauty Studio
This studio is about you and for you! We are dedicated to meeting your beauty needs and providing you with the utmost attention. 

This studio was founded by Shobhana, a board-certified cosmetologist in California and a certified Makeup Artist in the beauty industry since 2001, with highly-skilled and trained staff with passion and dedication towards the services offered. 

Starting today, August 1, the studio is offering 20% off on all services as well as an introductory offer on microdermabrasion for $75 (original price is $190). 
4625 1st St Suite 225, Pleasanton
Shoba Machani 
650-224-7986