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Volume 10 | Number 5 | June 2010 | $4


 


OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE CORONA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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2225 Eagle Glen Pkwy
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Volume 10 | Number 5 | June 2010

Table of Contents
Page 14 Feature Stories

A Success Story: 11 On the Cover

The Manufacturing Technology Council The Race to Monte Carlo is the signature
event for the Chamber. Featuring incredible
Destination: Corona 14 food and luscious desserts, lounges for
dancing and relaxing – and of course
Summer Entertainment in Corona 16 gaming (craps, blackjack, roulette and
Page 16 Texas Hold ’Em) for raffle tickets and
Membership Recognition Luncheon 18
fabulous prizes!
The Great Taste 2010 21 You won’t want to miss this wonderful
evening of fun, with proceeds benefitting
our members and community.
Cover Photos:
Roulette Wheel: © istockphoto/Anton Balazh
Monte Carlo Event: Jim Dorsey Photography

Page 20 Monthly Articles

Message from the Chairman 4 Legal Opinions 24
Message from the President 5 New in Town 26
Legislative Update 6 New Chamber Members 27
Building Business Relationships 8 Technology Bytes 28
Long-Time Chamber Member 12 In Our Community 29
Anniversary Recognition 13 Calendar of Events 30
Allan Borgen’s Restaurant Review 20 Corona Business Archive 32
Going Green 22 Referrals 32
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Publication Staff 2010 Publications Committee Jason Kimes, Chairman

Publisher BrandLand Marketing Phil Adishian Jim Dorsey Bobby Spiegel
Advertising Sales Casie Tryon Linda Carlberg Phyllis Russell Casie Tryon
Pam Cunningham Stephanie Shapiro

Corona Business Monthly is owned and published by the Corona Chamber of Commerce, which is solely responsible for
its content. It is mailed monthly to all Corona Chamber of Commerce members and to all non-member Corona businesses.
Total circulation: 8,100 copies. For information about advertising, call the Chamber at (951) 737-3350.

 


 
   

    


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 MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN
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Let the Good Times Roll (Locally)
 he Inland Empire boasts unparalleled
recreation, beauty, history and culture. From open
valleys to rolling hills and vast deserts and metro-
politan areas, our region provides its residents
with a wide array of choices. Whether you are an
outdoor enthusiast who enjoys backpacking,
skiing, mountain biking, camping and rock
climbing – or an individual who prefers fine
dining, shopping and indoor entertainment –
you will be hard pressed to find an area that offers
so much variety and diversity.
The City of Corona has several amenities that
provide a great quality of life for its residents and
visitors. The hundreds of acres of parks, sports
fields, basketball courts, playgrounds, tennis
courts and skate parks offer great opportunities to
lead an active and fun-filled life. Cultural hubs
such as the Fender Museum of Music and the Arts
provide artistic and educational programming.
The main mission of the Corona Chamber of
Commerce is to positively impact the quality of life
in the region, while supporting the growth and
prosperity of our chamber members. In this issue,
you will find profiles of companies engaged in the
entertainment and food businesses, and I hope it
helps you appreciate the quality and variety of
businesses that we have right here in Corona!
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I encourage you not only to become familiar with
these places but to patronize them as well.
Make it a point to shop, entertain and eat locally.
Supporting local businesses is good business;
and remember, each dollar spent in Corona will
support public safety, libraries, parks, infrastruc-
ture improvements, and more, while at the same
time helping to create more local jobs. At all of
the wonderful retailers in our very special Corona
neighborhoods, from the Promenade Shops at
Dos Logos to The Village at Eagle Glen and the
Hidden Valley Plaza, you're sure to find the
entertainment and culinary adventures that suit
your taste. So go ahead, enjoy life, and support
our local economy.
Speaking of having a great time while helping an
important cause, the Chamber's signature event,
The Race to Monte Carlo, will be held at Eagle
Glen Golf Club on Friday, June 25. This is a
perfect opportunity to mix, mingle, network and
play in a festive environment with your family and
friends. You definitely don't want to miss this!
Be sure to mark your calendar and purchase
your tickets early.
On June 26, the American Cancer Society's Relay
for Life will kickoff at 9am at Santana Park and
continue for 24 hours while participants raise
money and awareness for this renowned
organization. As of press time, 80 teams totaling
657 participants were already registered for
the relay, and there's still time to sign up! Visit
www.RelayForLife.org to learn more and find
out how you can be a part of this amazing event.
Next, continue your summer fun with the
City of Corona's Fourth of July Weekend
Celebration. The Main Street USA parade will
begin at 10am on Saturday, July 3, followed by a
family festival at Santana Park on Sunday, July 4
beginning at 4pm. This festival will be complete
with food, fun and great live entertainment, capped
off with a spectacular fireworks show after dark.
As the spring months give way to the summer,
you have plenty of reasons to leave the house and
have a great time with your family, friends and
colleagues, whether it be music, movies, outdoor
fun, amusement parks, golf or food, you can rest
assured that a lot of it can be found right here in
our city and in your neighborhood. A more in-
depth listing of events can be found on page 16.
So take it slow, have a great time and let the good
times roll!
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 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

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Racing for Resources

* hat a great city Corona is for all ages,
and opportunity exists for readers who own
• Renew our commitment to working with
local legislators to minimize anti-jobs
• Support programs such as Shop Locally to
ensure our local economy remains strong
businesses to take advantage of – and promote – legislation and communicate our efforts with • Seek opportunities to secure local and state
the city's amenities for everyone’s benefit. the community tax incentives to attract and retain businesses
Sprinkled throughout our publication you will • Oppose state mandated business regulations in the greater Corona area
find a sampling of areas that make Corona a that put the greater Corona business commu-
great place to live, work and play! An expanded nity at an economic disadvantage Most businesses would need to budget six figures
list is always available online at to obtain the lobbyist assistance equal to our
www.CoronaChamber.org or Priority Issue #2: Workforce Issues committee structure. We are pleased to continue
www.DiscoverCorona.com. • Protect the 2004 statewide workers' our efforts again this year. Your assistance and
compensation reforms partnership is vital to the Corona Chamber being
The Corona Chamber prides itself on providing able to offer these valuable services along with
resources for the business community, and in • Promote healthcare reform without placing other member benefits.
doing so we rely on various funding sources. Corona businesses and their employees at a
One is membership investments. In order for disadvantage from securing healthcare There are various sponsorship levels for the
us to keep our annual dues as low as possible • Seek opportunities to strengthen our state's 2010 Magic of Monte Carlo. The success from
and still lobby for business-friendly legislation, education system to support the transition of our prior five years provides our enthusiastic
promote pro-business legislation and other ben- young people into the workforce outlook for this year. Again, we could use your
efits, we hold a signature event assistance and if sponsorship is not possible,
annually. This year our event is The Race to Priority Issue #3: Resources For Local please consider purchasing tickets to the event
Monte Carlo and will be held Friday, June 25 Business for $125 per person or $200 per couple.
at Eagle Glen Golf Club. • Support local programs and efforts to attract Should you have any questions, please feel free
Entertainment is our main theme this month, and retain businesses to contact us at (951) 737-3350.
and appropriately enough, the Chamber will • Oppose efforts to increase business license
provide the finest entertainment for greater fees in order to retain businesses
Corona area residents. Sponsorships opportuni-
ties are still available and we would welcome any
support you can offer.
Through our Legislative Action Committee,
the Corona Chamber of Commerce continues to
be the voice of business. With over 38 bills
introduced to State Legislation last year, the
Corona Chamber campaigned diligently to ensure
business-friendly legislation and against any
job-killer bills. Our purpose is to provide a basis
for the Corona Chamber to act on local,
state and federal government issues and have a
good working relationship with its elected
officials, thus creating a favorable and profitable
business climate.
The Legislative Action Committee (LAC) consists
of up to 15 voting members and composition is
representative of the general Corona Chamber
membership. LAC membership is open to all
Corona Chamber members in good standing and
LAC meetings are open to all members of the
Corona Chamber.
Beginning in October of each year, the LAC
develops a Policy Platform consistent with the
LAC's mission statement that shall serve as the
public policy priorities for the following year.
For 2010 our three top priority issues are:
Priority Issue #1: State and Local
Government Reform
• Monitor proposed ballot initiatives outlining
the call for a Constitutional Convention and a
part-time legislature
• Seek ways to reform the Government structure
dealing with fiscal reform and eliminate the
confusion of a “fee” versus a “tax” when
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 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
Corona Chamber Member Leads Legislative
Proposal Effort in Sacramento

he Corona Chamber is supporting AB 2283,
which would legalize alkaline hydrolysis
(a process that speeds up the natural
decomposition process) in California.
The proposal was authored in the State
Legislature by State Assemblymember Jeff
Miller and sponsored by Chris Miller
(no relation), owner of Thomas Miller
Mortuary and a member of the Corona
Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors
and Legislative Action Committee.
Chris Miller has become the statewide
spokesperson in support of the proposal.
Alkaline Hydrolysis is defined as a water-based
chemical resolving process using strong alkali
in water at temperatures of up to 180°C
(350°F) to rapidly yet sympathetically reduce
the body to ash. It is essentially a highly
accelerated version of natural decomposition
chemistry. Hydrolysis, as the name suggests,
is the process of forcing water molecules
between the chemical bonds holding large
tissue molecules such as fats, DNA and
proteins together. This process breaks the
tissue down to its original small molecular
building blocks. This is a natural process
found in body decomposition after death.
AB 2283 would require the Cemetery and
Funeral Bureau to adopt regulations for the
safe operation of alkaline hydrolysis chambers
by July 1, 2011. Under current law,
the Cemetery and Funeral Bureau licenses
and regulates crematoria and various
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professions relating to the disposition of
human remains. Violating these provisions is
awaiting a hearing in the Assembly
Appropriations Committee.
considered a misdemeanor.
Log on to www.CoronaAdvocacy.biz for
“The Corona Chamber is proud to support more information on this and other issues
one of our Chamber leaders in his effort to impacting the Corona business community.
bring positive changes to his industry,”
stated Cynthia Schneider, Chair of the Corona
Chamber's Legislative Action Committee.
“In any industry, change that is accomplished
through meaningful policy reform at the
statewide level and led by someone at the local
level is something we need to rally behind.
Chris's ability to gain not only this Chamber's
support but the support of many legislators
throughout California is deserving of
recognition. The Corona Chamber of
Commerce is proud to have such an
entrepreneurial individual as part of our
business community and our Board,”
Schneider continued.
In a recent article in the Press-Enterprise,
Assemblyman Jeff Miller was quoted as saying,
“I'm excited! It just gives Californians an option
on how they want to bury their loved ones.”
Chris Miller was also quoted, saying, "I thought,
'Wow, this could be a nice alternative.'
It doesn't seem as violent as people think
cremation is. And … it doesn't create any sort
of carbon footprint."
AB 2283 has passed out of the Assembly
Committee on Business, Professions
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Left: The talented pupils of the Christian Arts & Theatre group give
a passionate performance for attendees.

Below Right: Dwight Cromie of Altek Media Group

Photo by Legacy Fine Portraiture & Videography

receives a display from 2010 Chairman of the Board Kerry

Pendergast (Premier Service Bank) for his company's
sponsorship of our Quarterly Membership Meeting.

Photo by Legacy Fine Portraiture & Videography

Photo by Legacy Fine Portraiture & Videography

Right: Keynote Speaker Corona Mayor Karen
Spiegel gives the annual State of the City address.
Photo by Legacy Fine Portraiture & Videography

Left: Award of Excellence in Manufacturing winners Kobelco EDTI Compressors,

Inc. are recognized by 2010 Chairman of the Board Kerry Pendergast (Premier
Service Bank). They are, from left to right: Phil Olivier, Engineering Manager;
Merzi Taraporewalla, Production Manager; Pendergast; and Tetsuya (Ted)
Kakiuchi, President.

Photo by Legacy Fine Portraiture & Videography

Right: 2010 Chairman of the Board Kerry Pendergast (Premier Service Bank) and
Corona Mayor Karen Spiegel congratulate Linda and Chuck Keagle of BlackWood
American Grill for winning the Award of Excellence in Retail.

Left: Volunteer of the

Photo by Legacy Fine Portraiture & Videography

Quarter Mike Ryan

of Prudential
Financial Services
is visited by 2010 Right: Speaker Rob Field,
Chairman of the Assistant County Executive

Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography

Board Kerry Officer of the Economic
Pendergast Development Agency (EDA) gives
(Premier Service Good Morning Corona attendees
Bank) before he an overview of the economic
receives his award. climate of Riverside County.

Left: Good Morning Corona sponsor

Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography

Judy Marburger of imortgage receives

a plaque for her company's sponsorship from
Chamber President/CEO Bobby Spiegel and 2010 Chairman
of the Board Kerry Pendergast (Premier Service Bank).

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Left: Jim and Gail Mullenix of Inland Audio Visual are recognized by the Corona
Chamber of Commerce, Corona Mayor Karen Spiegel and 2010 Chairman
of the Board Kerry Pendergast (Premier Service Bank) for the Award of Excellence
in Service.

Photo by Legacy Fine Portraiture & Videography

Right: Don Kindred and Walt Straiton of Corona Symphony Orchestra are
recognized by the Corona Chamber of Commerce, 2010 Chairman of the Board
Kerry Pendergast (Premier Service Bank) as an Outstanding Non-profit.

Left: Front Porch

owner Val Munson
stands in her newly
opened showroom.
Front Porch offers
Pottery, Wall Decor, Right: King Buffet,
Live Plants, Patio located at 591 N. McKinley
Furniture, Fountains, St., Ste. 100 in Corona,
Bird Baths, and has been serving up diverse
Garden Accessories to and delicious food for years,
Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography

suit your every need. and they are growing!

Stop by the shop at A ribbon cutting was held in

Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography

1701 Hamner Ave. honor of their expansion,
in Norco or give which now includes
them a call at breakfast on the weekends.
(951) 789-6466 Offering a large menu and
today! fair prices, this is one place
you will definitely want to
(more Building Business Relationships on page 10) try. (951) 898-8311.


    

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Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography

Photo by Legacy Fine Portraiture & Videography

Right: The Board of The

Corona-Norco Schools
Education Foundation
are enthusiastic about the future of the newly formed non-profit, which was established to
meet some of the unfunded needs of the students in our community. The CNSEF funds
Academic Intervention Programs, Technology Upgrades, Arts and Music Programs,
and After School Enrichment. For more information on how you can get involved,
call (951) 736-5000 or visit their website, www.cnsef.org.

Above: (From left to right) Brittany Barton,

Owners Eric and Donna Schauers, and Jeff Kincaid
and Garrett Munyer smile as their frozen yogurt
dream becomes a reality with the Grand Opening
of Froyoland. Located at 540 Hidden Valley
Pkwy, Ste.103 in Corona, their vast array of
yogurt and topping choices are sure to satisfy
your sweet tooth. Stop by or give them a call at
(951) 739-9575 today!
Photo by Legacy Fine Portraiture & Videography

Above: Harold Wasson and Sharon Rotondo toast

to the 20th Anniversary Celebration of Re/Max
Partners. Whether you're buying or selling, these
experienced realtors are ready to help you find
the home of your dreams. Re/Max Partners is
located at 390 N. Mc Kinley St., Ste. 106 in
Corona and can be reached at (951) 278-8755
or online at www.remaxpartners.com.

Join us for our next Good Morning

Corona on June 24th at
Eagle Glen Golf Club
Sponsor: Altura Credit Union
Call the Chamber at (951) 737-3350 or visit
us online at www.CoronaChamber.org to
register today!

 

  
   
A Success Story:
The Manufacturing
Technology Council

H istorically, a long-standing key component of the business

community in Corona has been manufacturing. One of the ways the
Corona Chamber of Commerce is a resource for prosperity for local
manufacturers is by offering a forum known as the Manufacturing
Technology Council (MTC). The purpose of this resource is to focus
on manufacturers working for and with other local manufacturers
for the development of successful business strategies,
management leadership, performance excellence techniques
and networking.

Jack Mobilia (Mobilia & Associates) heads up this effort as chair of

the MTC and utilizes his extensive management experience as the
former president of several manufacturing companies to provide a
viable and active MTC. Significant progress has been made in the
achievement of the MTC's goals and its members are seeing a
strong return on the time they invest in the bimonthly meetings
with featured guest speakers on timely topics.

Executives of numerous local manufacturers who have joined the

MTC have expressed their solid support for the continuation of the
MTC and the benefits it provides them. An additional side benefit
that has recently occurred has been the utilization of products and
services among the MTC members themselves. The interface
among local manufacturers in a customer/vendor relationship has
not only provided advantages of reduced freight cost and improved
on-time delivery performance, but also the opportunity for
face-to-face dialogue on technical projects. It has also benefited
the city of Corona by keeping “dollars” in the community and
contributing to employment within local companies.

The partnership between the MTC and the local manufacturers

helps bring recognition to our businesses for excellence in
advanced manufacturing capabilities, providing a vital
resource to the city of Corona for continued growth, success and
economic stability.

If you are a manufacturer and wish to participate in the MTC,

please contact the Corona Chamber at (951) 737-3350 or
Jack Mobilia at (951) 667-5082.


    


 
 LONG-TIME CHAMBER MEMBER
Susan Glenn
& Associates,
CPA’s, Inc.
by Ariana Kimes
There may be several Certified Public
Accountants (CPA) in Corona, many tax
preparation services, and other offices that
can handle reviews and audits, but there is
only one Susan Glenn. For nearly 25 years she
has uniquely served the Corona community
with her skills as a CPA and her commitment
to make local businesses better.
In the mid 1980s, Susan Glenn was a wife and
mother raising her family in Corona when she
decided to put her degree in mathematics to
proper use in the field of accounting.
“Working with numbers seemed interesting,”
says Glenn, who soon went to work as a staff
accountant for a company in Orange County.
While working there, the inevitable thought
occurred to her that if she was going to work
that hard for someone else, it made better
sense to own her own business and work that
hard for herself. That thought led her to
further her education by taking necessary
accounting courses. A couple of years later,
she passed the difficult CPA Exam and
emerged a Certified Public Accountant.
The next course change for Glenn came soon
after and was “almost sheer luck” according
to her. Local CPA John Board was retiring and
contacted Glenn in the hopes that she would
purchase his practice and take it over.
While Glenn is sure they must have had
friends or acquaintances in common, his
phone call proposition was certainly a
surprise for the fledgling CPA. They met and
fleshed out the details, and before long there
was a new CPA firm in town by the name of
Susan Glenn & Associates, CPA’s, Inc.
 

Above: Susan Glenn
Since that time Glenn has worked hard to
serve her clients and grow her business base.
She joined the Corona Chamber of Commerce
in 1986 and set about networking and
building professional relationships with the
community she served. Her involvement in the
Chamber proved very profitable and exposed
her to a number of new people. To this day,
the majority of Glenn's business, which is
made up of both individual clients as well as
businesses, comes from referrals. “The
Chamber is a great source of information for
the business owner,” says Glenn, who recalls
joining the Chamber because “it seemed a
good way to find other business owners and
get to know people.” Glenn's Chamber
involvement has been lengthy, but she still
attends quarterly Chamber meetings,
the annual Installation and Awards Gala,
and the occasional mixer.
For Susan Glenn, accounting is a way that she
can give back to fellow business owners.
She provides a variety of services including tax
preparation, accounting, review and audits
Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography
and financial statements; all services to
improve business for her clients. “We operate
on the principles of integrity and experience,”
says Glenn. As a CPA that realizes the value of
quality accounting, Glenn also says, “I would
encourage business owners and individuals to
see an accountant before they are in trouble,
or close a big deal, and not afterwards.”
She explains that often clients hesitate to
spend the money to speak with a professional
before it's too late. “We can help give you
some financial information that is accurate
and can help you manage your business to get
through these tough times,” says Glenn.
If you are looking for a CPA that has you and
your company's best interests at heart, look no
further than Susan Glenn and Associates.
The numbers may not always be on your side,
but she and her team certainly will be. Susan
Glenn & Associates, CPA’s, Inc. is located at
2275 S. Main St., Ste. 202 in Corona and
can be reached at (951) 737-1731 or online
at www.segcpa.com.

 
   
 Anniversary Recognition
95-YEAR MEMBER 1-5 YEAR MEMBERS Image Magazine
Southern California Edison Co. AKM Consulting Engineers Labor Ready
Albertson & Davidson, LLP Marie Callender's #89
42-YEAR MEMBER AVT, Inc. Plak Smacker
Smurfit-Stone Container Corp. Best Wireless T-Mobile Exclusive Dealer Temescal Palm Lodge #314
BRC Networking and Education Thermal Structures
39-YEAR MEMBER Brookwood Villas Apartments TMK Music & Entertainment
Glen Eden Sun Club Corona Dermatology Productions, Inc.
Corona Police Community Partnership (CPCP) Vantage Vehicle International
33-YEAR MEMBER Cosmedx Science US Bank - Ontario Ave. (inside Albertson's)
Citizens Business Bank D R Horton Wal Mart Stores, Inc. - McKinley
31-YEAR MEMBER
Martin Associates Brokerage
26-YEAR MEMBER
Hamner Towing, Inc.
25-YEAR MEMBER
ZAP Printing & Graphics

23-YEAR MEMBER
Corona Mortgage Financial
21-YEAR MEMBER
American Electric Supply, Inc.
20-YEAR MEMBER
Altura Credit Union - Campus Parkway
16-19 YEAR MEMBERS
A S J Industrial Hose & Fittings
Couts Heating & Cooling, Inc.
Dr. Seth Bernstein & Dr. Lisa Benham
Riverside Medical Clinic
Spiegel Enterprises /
Publications & Marketing
11-15 YEAR MEMBERS
Arbor Gardens at Corona
Corona Public Library Foundation
Emerald Escrow, Inc.
Honda Cars of Corona
Hunnys Restaurant
Law Offices of Brad Husen
Lee & Associates - Schumaker
Primerica Financial Services - Zeller
Quality Toyota
6-10 YEAR MEMBERS
American Cleaners
Corona Elks Lodge #2045
D F I - DiGerolamo Family Insurance
Duralum Products, Inc.
Inland Color Graphics
Lake Elsinore Outlets
Michael D. Reaume Insurance Services, Inc.
Mudge Fasteners, Inc.
Nature's Specialties Mfg.


    

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 Destination:
by Hollie Davies

As residents know and tourists quickly
discover, Corona is one of the best
destinations in Southern California...
...not only for the extraordinary choice
of amenities within the city itself,
but for its ideal proximity to the added
attractions of Orange County,
San Diego, Palm Springs, Temecula's
wine country, and winter sports at
local mountains.

In the mix of Corona's restaurants there

is hardly a country that isn't gastronom-
ically represented. If you can't start your
day without sushi or need a hot curry
before bedtime, you don't have to go
far to indulge your eclectic taste.
After dinner, Corona's nightlife boasts
an unusual variety of entertainment:
nightclubs with dancing and live music;
comedy venues; sports bars;
local taverns with pub food and
karaoke; movies; music; and theater.

Daytime activities and sightseeing are

filled with family-friendly fun. Tennis,
golf, skate parks, and fishing are part of
a comprehensive array of things to do in
or near Corona. In addition, there are
dozens of museums that hold special
appeal in art, history, music, classic cars,
wildlife, and natural history.
Unique venues such as Tom's Farms
can entertain families all day with train
rides, a carousel, amusement gallery, and
gourmet gifts. Not far away, the Fender
Center houses a recording studio for the

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City of Corona

public, guitar museum, rock n' roll kind rooms furnished with antiques to today prosperous, tomorrow portends
events, and rooftop dining. Since the economy suites with kitchens and even more remarkable developments -
early 1900s the Inland Empire has also family facilities. Many are pet friendly. clearly one of the most 'happening'
attracted passionate race fans from all cities of the future!
over the U.S. with world-class auto- For a community as geographically
and motorcycle races. And Corona's advantageous as Corona, not only is
annual street parades have been a joyous
celebration for many generations.
After a good breakfast, shopping awaits!
The choices are hard to beat:
The Promenade Shops at Dos Lagos or
The Crossings create a delightful day in
beautiful surroundings. In addition to
major national stores, Corona has a
plethora of unique retail shops.
The sophisticated diversity includes
American arts and crafts, Italian leather,
British china, international wines,
and rare books. For shopping on a
budget, several outlet centers feature
discounted designer clothing and goods
for the entire family.
The business end of Corona is a success
story in itself. For decades the city has
focused on creating a prosperous com-
munity with a livable environment and
a solid economic base. Industrial firms
have been relocating to Corona for
years due to modern facilities,
reasonable lease rates and competitive
labor costs. Retail, commercial,
and office development is booming.
Businesses recognize the value of
accessible transportation centers such as
Ontario International Airport,
freeways and rail lines. As an added
incentive, Corona has proximity to the
brightest graduates at over a dozen
four-year colleges, and attracts top
executives, professionals and technology
workers. Closer to home, the Corona-
Norco education system works diligently
to prepare students for a high-
technology world. Corona's police and
fire departments are respected by the
community, which is reflected in the
city's relatively low crime rate.
Tourists and business travelers are
extended a warm welcome at a wide
choice of hotels throughout the city,
from well-known national chains with
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 What do outdoor movies, concerts,
an antique fair, fireworks, dance
Photo courtesy of Denise Gentile of Century 21

lessons and a parade have in common?

Other than sounding like a lot of fun, these and a host of other
events are on tap this summer - and all are in Corona!

Sure, you can hop in the car and drive to Disneyland, Laguna
Beach, Big Bear or Palm Springs. Corona is blessed with a
Citris Splash Zone location that puts all of those attractions within an hour or so
in Corona is open May 1 through
September 30th on the freeway. But you don't have to fill the tank and battle
10AM to 6PM traffic to have a great time this summer. In no particular order,
here are some things to do to cool off in the summer heat.

Summer
By Peter Fischetti

No doubt the biggest crowd will gather for the

Photos provided by the City of Corona except as indicated
Fourth of July Weekend Celebration hosted by
the City of Corona. On Saturday, July 3, the Main St.
U.S.A. Parade will roll down Main Street from Ontario Avenue
to Olive Street, beginning at 10 a.m. On July 4, Santana Park
will be the site of the Family Festival at 4 p.m., with food
booths, a children's fun zone and hourly live entertainment.
The formal program will begin at 8:30, and end with a
spectacular fireworks show. For more information on this
event, call (951) 736-2241.

The ninth annual Corona Antiques

& Collectibles Faire, with live
entertainment by Cornbread Washtub
Band, will be held on Saturday, June
5, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the
Corona Heritage Park & Museum,
510 W. Foothill Pkwy. The faire
features everything from vintage
items to original pieces of art and
plants for sale, and is a great
opportunity to explore this hidden
gem nestled within the city.
For more information on this event,
call (951) 898-0687.

While the south lawn of the Corona

Civic Center isn't exactly the Greek
Theatre, it is a neat place to listen to
live music – and parking is a lot easier.

 

  
   
 The city's Parks and Community Services Christian Arts & Theatre
Department has assembled a variety of will perform “The
musical acts for its Free Concerts on the Adventures Of Tom
Green. All shows begin at 7 p.m. on Sawyer,” Mark Twain's
Thursdays. Bring your own chair; food and classic story of a
beverages will be available for sale. teenage boy growing up
The schedule is as follows: in the heartland of
America, on June 4-6 at
July 15: Abbey Road, a tribute to the Beatles the Corona Civic Center.
July 22: Hotel California, with music by the Eagles Purchase tickets online at
July 29: Cold Duck, a mixture of rock 'n roll with Latin rhythms www.catcorona.org. For more
Aug. 5: Swing Cats, featuring big band favorites information on this event, call
Aug. 12: Suave, more Latin and rock (951) 279-2298.
Aug. 19: The Answer, with classic rock tunes
For more information on this event, call (951) 736-2241 Photo courtesy of Christian Arts & Theatre

Entertainment in Corona
Hungry? With your doctor's permission, you may want to fast
Not enough live music? Through until Saturday, June 5, when more than two dozen Corona
Sept. 24, the Dos Lagos restaurants combine to serve up The Great Taste, from 5 to 8
Amphitheater will host a series of p.m. at 1250 Corona Pointe Ct. Music will be provided by
free concerts, called Friday Night The Hypnotics. For tickets, visit www.GreatTasteCorona.com.
Band Jam, beginning at 7 p.m. Bands For more information on this event, call (951) 739-4979.
will play an assortment of music: rock,
jazz, blues, r&b, reggae and pop. Sit in the That's just the tip of the iceberg, as they say. Check the City calendar
stadium or on the patio of four restaurants next at www.DiscoverCorona.com and the Chamber calendar at
to the amphitheater. Visit www.PromenadeShopsAtDosLagos.com www.CoronaChamber.org for updated information on upcoming
for announcements on the band schedule. summer events.

And there's more! The Promenade Concert

Series will host smooth jazz shows each
Saturday in July from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
In August, the tune is turned to classic rock,
with performances every Saturday in
August from 7 to 9 p.m. All shows are at
the amphitheater.

The Promenade Shops will also host Free

Family Movies every Thursday night in June,
beginning at dusk. Bring lawn chairs and
blankets. The schedule: June 3: “Willy Wonka
and The Chocolate Factory”; June 10:
“Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs”;
June 17: “Where the Wild Things Are”;
June 24: “The Wizard of Oz.”

Like to dance? Salsa Lessons are on the

menu on Saturdays in June at the Dos Lagos
Plaza from 7 to 11 p.m. The lessons are free,
and prizes will be awarded.


    


 
 MEMBERSHIP RECOGNITION LUNCHEON
Guest Speaker
Supervisor
John Tavaglione
The Corona Chamber of
Commerce is pleased to have
Riverside County Supervisor John
Tavaglione as our guest speaker on
July 22 for the Quarterly Membership
Luncheon. Location is Crossroads Church - 2331 Kellogg Avenue,
Corona, CA 92881. Tickets are now available and Chamber members
receive a special discount - early bird pricing is $50 per person until
July 2; Call the Chamber at (951) 737-3350.
In addition to our Supervisor speaking, the Corona Chamber will honor
the following businesses with the coveted Awards of Excellence: AVT,
Inc. (Manufacturing); Pete's Road Service (Service); Lucas
Enterprises, Vinyl Fencing (Retail). Additionally, the Fender Center
(Outstanding Non-Profit) and Ty Fleming of TMK Music and
Entertainment (Volunteer of the Quarter) will be recognized.
Again, tickets are available now.
Guest Speaker Supervisor John Tavaglione
Supervisor John Tavaglione has been a huge supporter of the
business community and specifically the Corona Chamber.
Tavaglione and his representatives are trained professionally in
customer service and respond quickly to calls and emails.
Through Tavaglione's leadership, quick response and communication
with various governmental agencies have prevented costly delays in
construction and build-out projects.
 

The supervisor has a soft spot for children and, working closely with
the Corona City Council, the county/city partnership will open El Cerrito
Park on June 5 this year. The El Cerrito Sports Park is the ideal recreation
area with something for every family member to enjoy. The park will
feature two full-size baseball/softball diamonds, two little league
baseball/softball diamonds, one T-ball multi-use field, two full size
soccer fields, two basketball courts and two tennis courts. Also included
in the plans are facility parking, restrooms, tot lots, a concession stand
and a space set aside for a future 5,000 sq. ft. community center building.
As a member of the Board of Supervisors, Tavaglione has been credited
for his leadership in regional transportation issues, community and
economic development and for his strong fiscal and organizational
management. Supervisor Tavaglione is dedicated to improving the
economic and social future for the residents of Riverside County and the
Inland Empire Region.
As an advocate for youth, Tavaglione is a strong supporter of collaborative
programs that provide educational and growth opportunities for the
County's youth population. Supervisor Tavaglione is a Board Member and
past President of the Southern California Dollars for Scholars Governing
Board. Tavaglione and his wife Jan have helped to send hundreds of
students to college by hosting an annual fundraiser where all proceeds
go towards scholarships for graduating seniors in his district.
Tavaglione was elected to represent the Second Supervisorial District on
November 7, 1994, and was sworn into office on January 3, 1995.
The Second District includes the cities of Corona and Norco,
the unincorporated communities of Coronita, El Cerrito, Home Gardens,
Jurupa Valley and the western half of the City of Riverside, excluding the
La Sierra Area. Supervisor Tavaglione is currently in his fifteenth year of
office and has run unopposed in the last three elections. Tavaglione has
presided as Chairman of the Board of Supervisors three times during his
tenure, most recently in 2007. Throughout his service as our Supervisor,
Tavaglione has served on numerous agencies and boards. He consistently
watches out for his constituents, ensuring the best quality of life for all of
Riverside County.
A fourth generation resident of Riverside County, Tavaglione has spent
much of his life dedicated to the Inland Empire Region. Prior to his
election to the Board of Supervisors, he served on the Riverside City
Council and was a member of the Riverside Public Utilities Commission.
His professional career spanned nearly 25 years as a commercial real
estate executive. Tavaglione received his Bachelor's degree in Business
Administration from California Baptist University. Mr. Tavaglione is proud
to be a U.S. Army veteran.
John and Jan have two children, Heidi and Chris, a daughter-in-law,
Jennifer, granddaughter, Madelin Rose and grandson, William Christopher.
John and Jan reside in Riverside with their cat Lucy. His hobbies are
woodworking and singing/performing with his 60's classic rock group,
The Legendary Mustangs. John specially enjoys babysitting and spending
time with his grandchildren.

 
   
A Special Thanks To:
We'd also like to thank Gresham, Savage, Nolan & Tilden, APC,
our sponsor for this luncheon. In business since 1910, Gresham,
Savage, Nolan & Tilden, APC has been a recognized leader for business,
litigation, real estate, environmental and land use law in Inland Southern
California for 100 years. They offer expertise in employment,
environmental, health care, land use, litigation, mergers and
acquisitions, natural resources, real estate, transactional, and trusts and
estates, as well as many other areas. Their attorneys counsel clients
from many industries and the public sector, including: mining, railways,
transportation, real estate, retail and commercial development,
redevelopment, health care, financial services, hospitality, food and
beverages, energy, utilities, construction and banking.

The firm's clients are diverse, from regional businesses, public entities
and special districts, to international companies. Gresham Savage's
philosophy of service also extends to the communities where its
attorneys practice and live. The firm has a long tradition of providing
community service, leadership and pro bono services to many local and
national causes and organizations.


    


 

Allan Borgen’s
Corona Restaurant Review
Mantra Fine Indian Cuisine
Above: Interior of Mantra Fine Indian Cuisine Above: Chef Ajit Singh (left) and Owner Sumit
Sharma (right)
Indian cuisine, in my opinion, is one of the most complex and most
flavorful cuisines in the world. Mantra Fine Indian Cuisine is located in
a large, beautiful freestanding restaurant site that has only been open
for a few months, but judging from the delicious food I sampled,
they should be around for a long time. The dining room is tastefully
decorated; helping to soothe the soul while your stomach is treated to
some mighty fine food. If you are in need of a place to hold a large
event, their banquet room located upstairs can accommodate up to
150 lucky people.
The menu features all of the classic Indian dishes you would expect
to find in an Indian restaurant, in addition to many original dishes.
I started my culinary journey through India (via Corona) with the
Meat Samosa ($4.95), Tandoori Mixed Grill ($15.95), and the Lasuni
Chicken ($10.95).
Samosas are wonderful fried pastries filled with potatoes and peas,
however, these crisp and delicious Samosas were stuffed with a nice
seasoned mixture of turkey and lamb with ginger and peas. This was
one of the best renditions of Samosas that I have ever had and I know
all of you will love this great appetizer too. The Tandoori Mixed Grill
featured chicken legs and thighs, chunks of chicken, chunks of beef,
Mahi Mahi and Lamb Boti (small pieces of lamb). All of the meats were
marinated and cooked in the Tandoori oven which gives a unique flavor
 

Mantra Fine Indian Cuisine & Banquet
480 N. Main St. / Corona, 92880
(951) 739-9401
Hours: Open 7 days a week
Lunch: 11am to 3pm
Dinner 5pm to 10pm
Price Range: Lunch Buffet $7.99 to $9.95
Dinner $8.95 to $15.95
Indian Cuisine
Above: One of the delicious entree specialties
Mantra is famous for
to the meats. All of the meats were tender, juicy and absolutely delicious,
and served on a sizzling hot plate with onions. The last dish of this flight of
dishes was the Lasuni Chicken, oven roasted boneless breast of chicken
marinated with garlic, mint, cilantro and other Indian spices. The chicken
was served with tasty rice in a nice metal plate with handles. The chicken
had a great, assertive tangy lime flavor and was extremely moist. I loved
this dish!
The next set of dishes included Garlic Mushrooms ($8.95), Chicken Tikka
Masala ($10.95) and Shrimp Biryani ($10.95). The Garlic Mushrooms
consisted of a large portion of sautéed button mushrooms cooked in a
luscious garlic sauce with an assortment of Indian spices and herbs.
This original dish was excellent, especially when eaten with rice. The
Chicken Tikka Masala featured chunks of boneless chicken breast cooked
in a rich tomato and butter gravy. The sauce was outstanding and
complimented the chicken very well. If you enjoy basmati rice, you have to
try the Shrimp Biryani. Imagine a huge portion of Basmati rice with raisins,
cashews, saffron and shrimp. What an outstanding combination of flavors!
My favorite dish of the evening was the Lamb Pasanda Nawabi ($11.95),
which featured chunks of lamb cooked in the Tandoori clay oven and
sautéed with a rich butter, cream and coconut milk sauce with pistachios.
A culinary treat!!!!!
In closing, I was extremely happy with my dining experience at Mantra
and would easily rate them as being one of the best Indian restaurants in
the Inland Empire. I also highly recommend the daily lunch buffet which
features over 12 hot items and an assortment of condiments and desserts,
all for only $7.99. You'd better try this buffet before the owner is hit in the
head by a horse and realizes that he should charge a whole lot more.
Corona, you are lucky to have such a first class Indian restaurant.
Photos by Jim Dorsey Photography
Allan is the host of the Let’s Dine Out Food, Travel &
Entertainment radio show that airs on News Talk 590,
KTIE every Saturday afternoon from 3 pm to 5 pm.
You can contact Allan at allan@ktie590.com or by phone
(909) 910-3463. You can also visit his website,
www.letsdineoutshow.com.

 
   
The Great
Taste 2010
The 11th annual Great Taste will take place on Saturday, June 5,
2010 between 5-8pm at the Rexco Center, located at 1250 Corona
Pointe Ct. (behind Lowes). Live music will be provided by the band
The Hypnotics. Each ticket entitles the holder to sample from any/all of
the 26 participating restaurants.
The restaurants participating this year are: As You Like It Catering,
At My Place, Austin's Sports Grill, Backwoods BBQ Steakhouse,
BJ's Restaurant & Brewery, BlackWood American Grill, Bobby A's
American Eatery, Chick-Fil-A (on Hidden Valley Pkwy.), Crumbles
Cookies, Dalia's Pizza, Dizzy Desserts, Golden China, Graziano's,
Jersey Joe's Italian Ice, King's Fish House, Lone Star Steakhouse &
Saloon, Miguel's California Mexican Cocina, Mi Tortilla, Philly's Best,
RA Sushi, Romano's Macaroni Grill, Sizzler, Starbucks, TAPS Fish House
& Brewery, TGI Friday's, and Twisted Gourmet. Water and sodas are
included in the price of the ticket. Beer and wine can be purchased
separately the day of the event.
This year's Title Sponsor is Honda Cars of Corona, and the Jr. Title
Sponsors are Anchor Blue, Best, Best and Krieger, and Rexco
Development. All proceeds from this event are divided equally between
the Corona Police Community Partnership (CPCP) and the Corona
Fire Safety Foundation (CFSF). The CPCP works to enhance the

    

Above: The Great Taste 2009. Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography
communication and cooperation between the police department and
the citizens of Corona. Membership is open to any person age 18 or
over who lives or works in the city of Corona. All proceeds from their
fundraisers go back into the community to assist in crime prevention
programs. The CFSF also works to provide a partnership between the
community and the fire department to expand public safety for the
citizens of Corona. The CFSF implemented the Vial of Life program,
which aids in emergency preparedness. Presale tickets are available
from any Corona Fire Safety Foundation or Corona Police Community
Partnership Board member.
Tickets can also be purchased at the new Police facility (730
Corporation Yard Way), Fire Headquarters (400 S. Vicentia Ave.,
2nd floor, Ste. 215) or online at www.GreatTasteCorona.com.
Presale prices are $20.00 for adults and $5.00 for children ages 3-9.
Event day prices are $25.00 for adults and $8.00 for children ages 3-9.
This is one event you won't want to miss!
6/30/10.

 
   
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#  
by Becky Rhodes
Green is no longer just a color, it's a
lifestyle. There are many things that
you can do in order to lead a green
life, and many of them can actually
save you money. It may seem
overwhelming with all of the
changes that seem to be necessary
to lead a green lifestyle, but even a
few tweaks can lead to a better
environment and more money in
your pocket. Try one or two of the
following tips and you should see
results in next month's bills.
 

• Wash your laundry in cold water AND
in the evening - The reasoning behind
this is that during the evening, there are
fewer users of electricity and the cost of
electricity is less. Cold water doesn't
require the use of the water heater and
therefore uses less gas/electricity usage.
Take it to the next step and air dry your
clothes to eliminate the use of the dryer,
which requires gas or electricity usage
as well.
• Unplug your electronics while they
are not being used - Electricity runs
through appliances like cell phone And, by unplugging the appliances,
chargers, hair dryers, and laptops; you are also decreasing potential
eventhough they are not turned on. fire hazards.

 
   
• Adjust the thermostat - A little warmer
in the summer and a little cooler in the
winter (throw on a sweater and a pair
of socks).
• Install a low flow shower head - You
won't sacrifice pressure or even notice
the difference. The City of Corona has
adopted a drought ordinance in
response to drought conditions in the
State of California, so this is a good idea
anyway to help out with this situation.
When 'going green', you need to think of
implementing these tips and others as a
lifetime commitment and investment,
not only financially speaking,
but environmentally as well. Some things
require initial upfront costs such as the
water filter for your faucet and the
reusable water bottles, but the cost is
depreciated as time goes on and is well
worth it.You don't have to go as far as
converting your car's engine to run on
grease, but implementing even just a
couple of these tips will contribute to
reducing your carbon footprint and
ensuring more money in your pocket at the
end of the month.
Becky Rhodes is a recent
graduate of California State
University, Fullerton and can be
reached at
becky.rena.rhodes@gmail.com.

• Ditch bottled water - Buy a water

filter for your faucet and drink out of
reusable aluminum water bottles.
You are cutting back on your plastic
usage which requires petroleum to
make, therefore saving a non-renewable
resource all at the same time.

• Cut back on your printing - Ask

yourself if you really need to print that
email next time.

• Have your printer's ink cartridges

refilled - Many office supply stores offer
this service and the cost is much less
than buying a new cartridge every time.

• No more paper towels - Use cloth dish

towels and cloth napkins to cut down
on waste and added costs over time.


    

  $
 LEGAL OPINIONS
What do you mean I have to
give it back?
Preferences and Fraudulent Transfers in Bankruptcy
by Irena Leigh Norton

I n these tough economic times, businesses are watching their

Accounts Receivable with an eagle eye, determined to address
collection problems before they get out of hand. No one wants their
business to be the one that goes under. So it is a shock when a
diligent collection policy results in having to defend an adversary
proceeding brought by a Trustee in Bankruptcy, alleging a
preference or even a fraudulent transfer, and demanding that your
business “turn over” the funds or other consideration you received
from the debtor company. If I was owed the money paid to me,
why should I have to give it back?
The second exception protects ordinary course of business transfers.
If the debt on the account of which the transfer was made was incurred
in the ordinary course of both the debtor and the transferee, if the
transfer itself was made in the ordinary course of both the debtor and
the transferee, and if the transfer was made according to ordinary
business terms, then the transfer is protected. The purpose of this
exception is to leave undisturbed normal financial relations, because it
does not detract from the general policy of the preference section to
discourage unusual action by either the debtor or his creditors during
the debtor's slide into bankruptcy.

In Bankruptcy Code section 547(b), a trustee in bankruptcy The third exception is for enabling loans in connection with which
is authorized to avoid a transfer if five conditions are met. the debtor acquires the property that the loan enabled him to purchase
“Avoid” essentially means to “undo” the transfer. These are the five after the loan is actually made, as it allows for and permits certain
elements of a preference action. First, the transfer must be to or for security interests.
the benefit of a creditor. Second, the transfer must be for or on
account of an antecedent or prior debt owed by the debtor before
the transfer was made. Third, the transfer must have been made
when the debtor was insolvent. Fourth, the transfer must have
been made during the ninety days immediately preceding the
commencement of the bankruptcy case. If the transfer was to an
insider, the trustee may avoid the transfer if it was during the period
that begins one year before the filing of the petition and ends ninety
days before the filing, if the insider to whom the transfer was made
had reasonable cause to believe the debtor was insolvent at the time
the transfer was made.

Fifth, and most significantly, the transfer must enable the creditor to
or for whose benefit it was made to receive a greater percentage of
his claim than he would receive under the distributive provisions of
the Bankruptcy Code. In other words, the creditor must receive
more than he would if the case were a liquidation case, if the
transfer had not been made, and if the creditor received payment
of the debt to the extent provided by the provisions of the Code.
So, if by getting the payment, your business receives more than what
would be its pro rata share out of the bankruptcy estate, the transfer,
or its value, must be returned to the estate in bankruptcy.

Subdivision (c) contains the exceptions to the Trustee's

avoiding power. If a creditor can qualify under any one of the
exceptions, he is protected to the extent of the exception. If he can
qualify under several, he is protected by each to the extent he can
qualify under each, to the extent they are not coextensive.

The first exception is for a transfer that was intended by all parties
to be a contemporaneous exchange for new value, and was in fact
substantially contemporaneous.

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The fourth exception codifies the “net result rule”. If the
creditor and the debtor have more than one exchange during the
90-day period, the exchanges are netted out according to the for-
mula in paragraph 4. Any new value that the creditor advances
must be unsecured in order for it to qualify under this exception.

Preferences do not present the Trustee's sole source of authority

to avoid transfers, some of which may actually have occurred
years before the bankruptcy filing. Under section 548 of the
Bankruptcy Code, the trustee may avoid fraudulent transfers or
obligations if made with actual intent to hinder, delay, or defraud
a past or future creditor. Transfers made for less than a
reasonably equivalent consideration are also vulnerable if the
debtor was or thereby became insolvent,
was engaged in business with an
unreasonably small capital, or intended to
incur debts that would be beyond his ability
to repay. Section 548(c) protects good faith
transferees taking for value. Under the
definitions in that section, value includes the
satisfaction of a present or antecedent debt.

Bankruptcy Code section 547(f) provides

that with respect to the recovery of
preferential transfers, the Debtor is pre-
sumed to have been insolvent on and during
the ninety days immediately preceding the
date of the filingof the petition. As such, the
debtor is presumed to have been insolvent at
the time it made such transfers.

Analysis of the timing and effect of transfers

occurring between a creditor and debtor in
the period leading up to a bankruptcy filing
requires counsel to have a thorough
understanding of your business, the business
of the debtor, and standards for the payment
of debts and obligations within your industry.
In addition, should a resolution of a
preference or fraudulent transfer action be
negotiated, knowledgeable counsel will be
able to preserve your interests in a
distribution of proceeds from the bankruptcy
estate, and possibly even better your overall
position vis a vis other creditors. A bankrupt-
cy filing does not necessarily require writing
off the whole amount of an obligation as bad
debt, to the ultimate detriment of your
business. Investigate the alternatives.

Irena Leigh Norton is a partner

in the Litigation Department at
Shulman Hodges & Bastian LLP.
Reach her at (951) 275-9300
or inorton@shbllp.com.

It is always advisable to consult with legal counsel

about your own situation, since matters can vary in
degree and nature.


    

  &
 NEW IN TOWN

Alaina's
Flowers
and Gifts
by Hollie Davies

Shelli Alaina Caperelli always knew she would

one day own her own flower shop, and in
April 2009 her hard work and dues-paying

Photo provided by Jim Dorsey Photography

reached fruition when she became the owner
of Alaina's Flowers and Gifts. Shelli took over
an existing flower shop in Corona and
renamed it with her middle name – truly a
dream come true.

“I've been interested in flowers and gardening

for many years and got into the business
shortly after my mother passed away, in 1995.
I started out designing and selling flowers for
friends in the floral industry, gaining a lot of
good hands-on experience,” said Shelli.
She also feels lucky that her business is in
Corona. “I think Corona is a beautiful city
with many friendly and caring people who
ive and work here. I'm glad to be a part of it
and hope to make many new friends and
customers over time.”
Shelli's business plan is simple and effective:
offering the freshest flowers at the best prices
possible. She advertises as much as her budget
will allow and has the business listed on
Facebook and MySpace. She also offers free
delivery to local churches, businesses, and
funeral homes. And, out of the goodness of
her heart, she often takes flowers to convales-
cent homes, at no charge. Shelli supports
other local businesses and hopes they will do
the same for her. “I do what I can to help my
customers by allowing them to leave their
business cards at my shop. We all need to help
Above: Shelli Caperelli, owner of Alaina’s Flowers and Gifts, displays her creations
each other. Eventually, I'd like to be known by
everyone local and earn their business.”
So far, she said, her plan is working.
“I've received a lot of positive feedback from
my return customers, many of whom buy
flowers weekly. They say they love my shop,
and that gives me the motivation and
determination to succeed and try harder.”
With wedding and graduation season in the
offing, Shelli is busier than ever.
In addition to flowers, Shelli's abiding love in
life is for shelter animals, and she devotes
what free time she has encouraging people to
adopt a cat or dog from local shelters. “People
think the problem is too big, but if just one out of
50 people would adopt one animal, it's amazing
what people could accomplish in saving these
pets' lives.”
Alaina's Flowers and Gifts is located at
606 W. Sixth St. in Corona. To order flowers,
call (951) 898-7630 or email
AlainasFlowersAndGifts@yahoo.com.
You can find more information about Alaina's on
Facebook and MySpace. Coming soon will be her
website: www.AlainasFlowersAndGifts.com.

 

  
   
New Chamber Members
Attorney Payroll Service Steel Fabrication
Gresham, Savage, Nolan & Tilden, APC Javelin Payroll Capgard Steel & Fabrication
3750 University Ave., Ste. 250 495 E. Rincon St., Ste. 101 134 N. Sherman Ave.
Riverside, CA 92501 (951) 684-2171 Corona, CA 92879 Corona, CA 92882
www.greshamsavage.com John Zanelli (951) 326-8020 William Grandy (951) 582-0437
www.javelinpayroll.com
Bank Truck/Trailer Repair
1st Enterprise Bank Pet Grooming Emco Truck & Trailer Repairs, Inc.
3281 E. Guasti Rd., Ste. 875 Foxy Fur Pet Salon 15777 Valley Bl Unit 6
Ontario, CA 91761 18691 Granite Ave. Fontana, CA 92335
Keith Cerwinski (909) 544-5555 Riverside, CA 92508 Kevin Mayhew (909) 822-4004
www.1stenterprisebank.com Lora Sowder (951) 398-8990 www.emcoequipmentsales.com
www.foxyfurpetsalon.com
Mutual of Omaha Bank Tutoring
3281 E. Guasti St., Ste. 400 Real Estate - Residential Skills for Success Reading Center
Ontario, CA 91761 Windemere Real Estate 1217 Sixth St.
TJ McCree (951) 232-8543 850 N. Palm Canyon Norco, CA 92860
www.mutualofomahabank.com Palm Springs, CA 92662 Carleen Paul (951) 858-1643
David Rees (909) 744-2600 www.skills-for-success.com
Chiropractor www.reesgroup.net
South Corona Chiropractic Center Utility/Water
2205 Vesper Cir., Ste.101 Safety Training - Consultant Metropolitan Water District of Southern
Corona, CA 92879 Safety Si California
Dr. Brian Heller (951) 738-0660 4067 Hardwick St., Ste. 346 700 N. Alameda St.
www.southcorona.com Lakewood, CA 90712 Los Angeles, CA 90012
Javier Mendez (562) 428-1806 Patricia Arlt (909) 635-4809
Contractor - General
www.NWDH20.com
Buchanan Construction School-Trade
127 “B” Business Center Dr. ITT Technical Institute Video Production
Corona, CA 92880 4160 Temescal Canyon Rd., Ste. 100 Life Memories
Bill Buchanan (951) 898-8877 Corona, CA 92883 1256 Old Hickory Rd.
Gary Lopez (951) 277-5400 Corona, CA 92882
R. T. Stevens Construction, Inc.
www.itt-tech.edu Cindy Holmes (951)314-0505
420 McKinley St., #111-313
www.lifememoriesnow.com
Corona, CA 92879
Patty Stevens (951) 280-9361
Contractor - Paving
Regan Paving
230 Helicopter Cir.
Corona, CA 92882
Luis Munoz (951) 735-8100
www.reganpaving.com
Manufacturers - Automotive Grille
T-Rex Truck Products, Inc.
2365 Railroad St.
Corona, CA 92880
Ben Mizban (951) 270-5388
www.trexbillet.com
Manufacturers - Gaskets
O. G. Supply, Inc.
150 Vander St.
Corona, CA 92880
Mike Muir (951) 279-7840
www.bluemaxgaskets.com
Non Profit/Community Service
Organization
Prevent Child Abuse - Riverside County
1945 Chicago Ave., Ste. B - South
Riverside, CA 92507
Tamra Alexander (951) 522-9653
www.pcariverside.org


    

  
 TECHNOLOGY BYTES

Not Just Phones Any More

by Mario Zapata

Today's hottest gadget of choice is distributed through wireless Not a perfect world: You must have a Gmail™ account in order to
service providers - it's the Smartphone. Whether it is an iPhone ™
use these phones (after all, Google owns the operating system).
or an Android™-supporting device, these little pocket companions Android's corporate email interfaces well with Exchange but has
are nothing short of portable computers with more power than limitations: you cannot create a default signature or work with
many people give them credit for. Since enough has been said folders. For this to work you can either use Gmail (of course!) or
about the iPhone, I’ll talk a little about the Android-driven phones. pay $19.99 for an app which lets you work with folders and create
your own signature, while using your corporate email account.
Android is the operating system supporting many
phones such as the popular Droid by Motorola. Some of the apps might sound trivial, but once you use them it is
While all iPhone applications come from or must amazing how you find practical uses for them. Bottom line, the limit
be sanctioned by Apple™ (for instance, to what you can do with these phones is really your own
Adobe® Flash® does not work on the iPhone), imagination. Gone are the days when we got excited that we could
Android is an open-source system, which means play Solitaire on our computer. So the next time a new gadget
anyone can write software for it. This is obvious when you see the comes out and your kids can't seem to put it down, take a closer
number of applications (apps) written specifically for the Android look before you criticize it; you might be using one at work soon.
phones and the number of companies writing them. With many
enthusiasts who love to write code, there are a multitude of free Mario Zapata is the President of The PC Masters,
and has been specializing in networking and
apps for this platform. In case you were wondering, Adobe is in the technology support for small to midsize businesses
Beta testing phase of a Flash version for Android. since 1977. He can be reached at (877) 529-3035
or mario.zapata@thepcmasters.com.
It's all about Information: Want to know what the weather is
going to be like? There are apps for that. Want to find a specific
type of restaurant within a radius of where you are? There are
apps for that too. You can find out information about a song playing
in the loudspeakers while waiting for your food at a restaurant,
you can check your stocks, read an e-book and use a dictionary,
among other options. If you must be connected to your social
network, there are apps for Facebook™, Twitter™, MySpace™, etc.
Killer Apps: Decided not to
invest in a navigation system
when you purchased your
last vehicle? Use Google
Maps™ on your phone and
get turn-by- turn directions
delivered directly to your
phone (in real time if using
the 3G network). The phone
uses GPS to determine your
current location. You have a
product in your hand and
would like to know where to
buy it? Load an app which
turns your phone into a
barcode scanner, scan the
product and the phone tells
you what it is, where to buy
it online, and the best prices available. Need to hang a picture but
don't have a level handy? Turn your phone into an accurate level by
downloading a free app.

 

  
   
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June 2010
TV Guide
Produced by Tina Hunt

June 1 & 8
Good Morning Corona Highlights
Host: Kerry Pendergast, 2010 Corona Chamber
of Commerce Chairman of the Board
Special Guest: Dr. Gregory Gray, Chancellor of
the Riverside Community College District
“Riverside Community College District Update”
June 15 & 22
College Fair
Host: Tina Hunt
Special Guest: Universities, Colleges and
Youth Organizations
“Highlights of Inland Empire National
College Fair”
June 29
Corona Chamber of Commerce
Host: Kerry Pendergast, 2010 Corona Chamber
of Commerce Chairman of the Board
Special Guest: Corona Mayor Karen Spiegel
“State of the City Update”

Coming in July:
Rob Field, Assistant County Executive
Officer/Economic Development Agency (EDA) -
Riverside County


    

  
 Events listed are open to the public. Call contact person before the event
to verify time and place. Some events are free, while others are not.

Calendar of Events For a complete listing of community events, call the Chamber at
(951) 737-3350, or go to www.CoronaChamber.org for the latest updates.

Tuesday, June 1 5PM Saturday, June 5 8AM Thursday, June 10 & 17 11:30AM
VISALUS “BODY BY VI” GRAND ANTIQUE FAIR CORONA NETWORKING $OLUTIONS
OPENING/RIBBON CUTTING Sponsor: Corona Heritage Park Cost: $20 ($15 with RSVP)
Cost: FREE Cost: FREE Location: Mi Tortilla, 487 Magnolia Ave.
Location: Eagle Glen Golf Club, Location: Heritage Park, 510 W. Foothill Pkwy. Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350
1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy. Contact: Ted Taylor (951) 898-0687
Contact: Blanca Cisneros (951) 454-3113 Booths available. Saturday, June 12
HOMELESS TASK FORCE OF CORONA 1ST ANNUAL
Wednesday, June 2 & 16 6:30PM Saturday, June 5 9AM SPAGHETTI DINNER
CORONA CITY COUNCIL MEETING JAZZERCISE WITH THE STARS Location: Crossroads Church, 2331 Kellogg Ave.
Cost: FREE, open to the public Cost: $20 Contact: Victoria Fisher (951) 310-7204
Location: Council Chambers, Location: Santiago High School gymnasium,
400 S. Vicentia Ave. 1395 Foothill Pkwy. Monday, June 14 12PM
Contact: City of Corona Management Services Contact: Stephanie Goldowski (951) 270-0536 AMBASSADORS MEETING
(951) 736-2370 Cost: FREE
Saturday, June 5 5PM Location: Corona Chamber of Commerce,
Thursday, June 3, 10, 17 & 24 9AM 11TH ANNUAL GREAT TASTE 904 E. Sixth St.
Sponsor: Honda Cars of Corona Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350
S.C.O.R.E Cost: $20 adults/$5 kid's 3-9 presale All are welcome to attend.
Business counseling & advice $25 adults/$8 kids 3-9 day of event
Cost: FREE Location: Rexco Center, 1250 Corona Pointe Ct. Saturday, June 19 10AM
Location: Corona Chamber of Commerce (behind Lowe's) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE BACKYARD COMPOSTING
904 E. Sixth St. Contact: Becky Gunnoe (951) 316-4888 PROGRAM WORKSHOP
Contact: Chamber for appointment Cost: FREE
(951) 737-3350 Monday, June 7 Location: Glen Avon Library, 9244 Galena St.
8TH ANNUAL ABILITY COUNTS Contact: (951) 486-3200
Thursday, June 3 11:30AM GOLF TOURNAMENT
GOVERNMENT & Cost: $150 for individuals/$600 foursome Thursday, June 24 6:30AM
TRANSPORTATION LUNCHEON Location: Country Club at Soboba, GOOD MORNING CORONA
Cost: $30 Chamber members / 1020 Soboba Rd., San Jacinto Sponsor: Altura Credit Union
$50 Non-members Contact: Alan Schwerdt (951) 734-6595 Cost: $20 members ($15 if paid one week
Location: The Sizzler, 1461 Rimpau Ave. ext. 3002 in advance)/$30 Non-members
Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350 Sponsorship opportunities available. Location: Eagle Glen Golf Club,
Thursday, June 3 5PM Monday, June 7 12PM 1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy.
CORONA MOTORHOME RENTALS COMMUNITY SERVICES NETWORK Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350
GRAND OPENING/RIBBON CUTTING MEETING (SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS)
Cost: FREE Cost: FREE Thursday, June 24 11AM
Location: 2185 Hamner Ave., Norco Location: Corona Chamber of Commerce, CORONA VETERANS FUNDRAISER
Contact: Mike Bandfield (951) 906-2972 904 E. Sixth St. Sponsor: Corona Veterans Memorial Division
Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350 Cost: regular price of entree -
Friday, June 4 12:30PM All are welcome to attend. 25% goes back to the organization
PRIMECARE 1ST ANNUAL CHARITY Location: El Torito, 2240 Griffin Way
GOLF TOURNAMENT Contact: Ruben Rasso (951) 232-7338
Sponsor: PrimeCare Medical Network, Inc.
Cost: $150 per golfer/$500 per foursome
Location: Eagle Glen Golf Club,
1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy.
Contact: Jeanette Brody (760) 724-1033
Booths available.
Friday, June 4 1PM
THE FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT
Sponsor: The Foundation for Community
and Family Health
Location: Hidden Valley Golf Course,
10 Clubhouse Dr., Norco
Contact: Stephanie Goldowski (951) 270-0536
Friday, June 4 2PM
UNIVERSITY OF RIVERSIDE GRAND
OPENING/RIBBON CUTTING
Cost: FREE
Location: 11840 Pierce St., Ste. 200, Riverside
Contact: Elizabeth Tracy (951) 637-0100
Saturday, June 5 8AM
2010 ARTHRITIS WALK
Sponsor: The Arthritis Foundation
Cost: FREE
Location: Fairmount Park,
2601 Fairmount Blvd., Riverside
Contact: Catherine Grinnan (951) 320-1540
Booths available.

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RACE TO MONTE CARLO RELAY FOR LIFE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE BACKYARD
Cost: $125 per person or $200 per couple Sponsor: American Cancer Society COMPOSTING PROGRAM WORKSHOP
Location: Eagle Glen Golf Club, Cost: FREE Cost: FREE
1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy. Location: Santana Park, 598 Santana Way Location: Hemet Public Library,
Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350 More information: www.RelayForLife.org 300 E. Latham Ave.
Booths available. Contact: (951) 486-3200
Thursday, July 1, 8 & 15 11:30AM
CORONA NETWORKING $OLUTIONS
Cost: $20 ($15 with RSVP)
Location: Marie Callender's, 160 E. Rincon Ave.
Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350

Monday, July 5 12PM

COMMUNITY SERVICES NETWORK
MEETING (SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS)
Cost: FREE
Location: Corona Chamber of Commerce,
904 E. Sixth St.
Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350
All are welcome to attend.
Monday, July 12 12PM
AMBASSADORS MEETING
Cost: FREE
Location: Corona Chamber of Commerce,
904 E. Sixth St.
Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350
All are welcome to attend.
Thursday, July 22 11:30AM
QUARTERLY
MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON
Sponsor: Gresham, Savage, Nolan & Tilden, APC
Speaker: Riverside County Supervisor
John Tavaglione
Cost: $50 or $450 Table of 10 Chamber
members by July 2, $60 or $550 Table of 10
starting July 3, $75 or $750 Table of 10
Non-members
Location: Crossroads Church, 2331 Kellogg Ave.
Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350

Tuesday, July 27 4:30PM

NEW MEMBER RECEPTION
Cost: FREE to new members
Location: Backwoods BBQ & Steakhouse,
370 N. McKinley St.
Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350

Thursday, July 29 6:30AM

GOOD MORNING CORONA
Sponsor: The Foundation for
Community and Family Health
Cost: $20 members ($15 if paid one week
in advance)/$30 non-members
Location: Eagle Glen Golf Club,
1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy.
Contact: Corona Chamber (951) 737-3350

Coming in October
BUSINESS EXPO
CAREER FAIR
QUARTERLY LUNCHEON
Call the Corona Chamber for details
at (951) 737-3350


    

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Are you doing business with a
non-Chamber business? Do you
have a friend who could benefit
from Chamber membership?
Of course you do!

The Chamber is providing some

motivation for you to refer
potential members:

First, when your prospect joins the

Chamber, your name, company and
phone number will be listed in the
Corona Business Monthly.

Second, you’ll receive $25 credit

towards up to half of any Chamber
purchase, such as your own
membership fees and attendance at
Chamber events.

Finally, when you refer five

applicants who become Chamber
members, you’ll receive a FREE
one-eighth page color ad in Corona
Business Monthly – a $480 value!

For a referral form and more

information about the program,
call the Chamber at (951) 737-3350.

Below is the newest list of members

who have referred new members:

Tamara Schaefer
Paychex, Inc.
(951) 202-3567
David Anderson
Lakeshore Plaza
(909) 900-9428
Dwight Cromie
Altek Media Group
(951) 781-8624

Congratulations to Tamara
Schaefer of Paychex, Inc. for
referring five new members
and earning a FREE ad in
Corona Business Monthly.

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