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INSIDE: Play, Shop, Dine Section | Building Business Relationships | City Updates | Corona Valley Business Archive

Volume 11 | Number 4
June 2011

Table of Contents
Feature Stories
Page 11 Play, Shop, Dine 10
Paradise for Golfers 11
The Race to Monte Carlo 2011 12 On the Cover
Fun in the Sun! 14 See more on our upcoming fundraiser,
Hidden Valley Plaza 17 “The Race to Monte Carlo” on page 12.
Photos by Focal Instincts Phootgraphy
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Monthly Articles
Message from the Chairman 3 New in Town 19
City Updates 4 Allan Borgen’s Restaurant Review 21
Page 14 Message from the President 5 Legal Opinions 22
Legislative Update 6 Healthy Living 24
Building Business Relationships 8 New Chamber Members 25
Long-Time Chamber Member 16 Calendar of Events 26
The Marketplace 18 Referrals 27
Anniversary Recognition 18 Corona Business Archive 28

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Publication Staff 2011 Publications Committee Jason Kimes, Chairman

Publisher BrandLand Marketing Linda Carlberg Jim Dorsey Bobby Spiegel
Advertising Sales Casie Tryon Pam Cunningham Stephanie Shapiro Casie Tryon
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Business Monthly is owned and published by the Greater Corona Valley Chamber of Commerce, which is solely responsible for
its content. It is mailed monthly to all Chamber members and to all non-member Corona, Norco and Eastvale businesses.
Total circulation: 9,000 copies. For information about advertising, call the Chamber at (951) 737-3350.

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 MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN
Chris Miller
Support Your LAC While Having Fun
T his month’s magazine highlights our signature
event, the race to Monte Carlo. If you are not
aware, this event solely funds the Greater Corona
Valley Chamber’s Legislative Action Committee.
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With prior feedback from our membership,
YOU – as one of our members – have found this
committee to be a vital part of your membership.
So your support of our race to Monte Carlo is
necessary for this committee to thrive and
represent your voice in government issues with
the Greater Corona Valley.
Even though I represent you as our Chairman
this year, I have been committed to serve on the
Legislative Action Committee since its inception.
For several years now, a group of our members
meet monthly to review government issues on
your behalf to help create a positive and growth-
worthy business atmosphere. I would encourage
you to attend one of our meetings on the first
Friday of the month at the Chamber. We have
helped several businesses within our region keep
their doors open and to protect jobs from
leaving the Greater Corona Valley area.
This Legislative Action Committee allows you the
opportunity to get close to our local legislators.
Assemblyman Jeff Miller and Senator Bill
Emmerson both have staff present at our
monthly meetings, giving us the most up-to-date
information from Sacramento. Both of these
gentlemen are major advocates for the Chamber
and are for businesses that particularly focus
around the Greater Corona Valley region. We, as
a Chamber, are fortunate that we have govern-
ment officials like them in our corner fighting
for what is right for our local economy.
Over the past several years, the Race to Monte
Carlo has evolved to be one of the premier events
within the Greater Corona Valley. Each year the
committee takes this fun filled evening to greater
heights. The evening is filled with delicious
cuisines from our many restaurants, music,
dancing, casino-style gaming and silent and live
auctions. Please don’t forget to put this year’s
event on your calendar for Friday, July 22, 2011
at Eagle Glen Golf Club.
I would like to personally thank the following
people for their commitment to this year’s event.
It wouldn’t be possible without the countless
hours Mark Neely and his event team put in to
make this a memorable evening to come. Also to
Therese Marquez for her time in coordinating
the many wonderful auction items that will be
available to bid on and to Eugene Montanez for
his time and dedication to bring in our many
sponsors that will be underwriting the event
this year.
Remember the Legislative Action Committee is
here for you and your business. So come out to
support your Chamber and Legislative Action
Committee at this year’s Race to Monte Carlo.
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City Updates Each issue we will feature updates
submitted from the cities we serve
Eastvale Update
Eastvale's Planning Department
is currently working on several
important projects aimed at improving
the community's economic
development climate:
• The selection of a consulting firm to
prepare the City's first General Plan is
currently under way, with a goal of
providing a recommendation to the City
Council in June. The creation of an
Eastvale General Plan is a very important
step in the City's development, since it
will allow the City to establish its key
goals and policies. The new General Plan
will include an Economic Development
chapter to guide the City's efforts to
attract new, high-quality development
and maintain a sound financial footing.
• Planning staff is also working on
updating the City's Zoning Code, aimed in
large part at making the City's planning
process easier to navigate for residents,
developers, and businesses.
• Work is under way on the creation of a
new logo and city seal for Eastvale.
The new logo and seal are part of an
overall strategy to establish a unique
identity for Eastvale that will ultimately
be used in the City's marketing efforts.
Planning is also working on a variety of
development projects, including a proposed
medical office building on Limonite south of
the Eastvale Gateway shopping center, a new
industrial park/office/retail development along
the I-15 freeway north of Bellegrave Avenue,
and several proposed residential tracts.
The City recently approved a new, $10-million
community center that will become an
important amenity and further enhance
Eastvale's desirability as a place to live and
raise a family.
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June 4th is Great Taste: Corona, where you can
sample some of Corona’s finest Restaurants.
Call (951) 737-3350 for tickets.
Even during these difficult economic times,
Eastvale's development climate remains strong.
For further information contact Eric Norris,
Planning Director, enorris@ci.eastvale.ca.us
or (530) 574-4875.
Norco Update
With its charming Western character,
the City of Norco—also known as
“Horsetown USA”—has emerged as
a popular destination for folks looking
for a unique day-trip or weekend
getaway. Offering an authentic
Western flavor just 50 miles from
downtown Los Angeles, Norco is
rapidly becoming discovered.
Norco has a rich history as a tourist
destination. In 1929, the debut of the Lake
Norconian Club put the sleepy community on
the map. The ultra-luxe resort became popular
with Hollywood celebrities and was also a
popular shooting location for major motion
pictures. Over the years, Horsetown USA has
been a magnet for equestrian-oriented visitors,
attracting passionate horse people as well as
just occasional riders. For spectators, the City’s
George Ingall’s Equestrian Events Center
(www.norco.ca.us) hosts major-league rodeos.
When it opens next year, Silverlakes
Equestrian & Sports Park
(www.silverlakespark.com) will rank among
Southern California’s premier attractions,
accommodating regional, national and
international equestrian and field sport
(e.g. soccer, lacrosse) competitions on a 122-
acre site at the northern gateway to Norco.
Silverlakes is destined to do for Norco what
the Lake Norconian Club did for the City
almost a century ago!
The City’s equestrian lifestyle and tourist trade
naturally supports a wide array of Western-
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Eugene Montanez
Photo courtesy of
themed shopping. Many visitors seek out
equestrian-oriented businesses, such as
Cowgirl Boutique (343 Sixth St.,
[951] 739-0343) for Western souvenirs,
clothing and jewelry; while Norco Ranch
Outfitters (969 Sixth St., [951] 735-4130,
www.shopnro.com) and Dally-Up (605 Sixth
St., [951] 808-1250), are independently
operated tack shops filled with cowboy boots,
hats and other accessories. On Hamner
Avenue, Front Porch (1701 Hamner Ave.,
[951] 398-8085, www.frontporch1.com)
offers a wide selection of unique pottery and
full range of garden supplies.
Norco boasts abundant dining opportunities.
Sixth Street is noted for cowboy cafés
like Pat’s Kitchen (1217 Sixth St.,
[951] 371-9022), whose home-style comfort
food is a favorite of local horsemen,
while Rodeo Burgers (940 Sixth St.,
[951] 737-3285) provides quality fast-food.
Options on Hamner Avenue include homey
Polly’s Bakery Café (1799 Hamner Ave.,
[951] 520-0223, www.pollyspies.com),
featuring all-American classics and legendary
pies; and Café Rustic (2395 Hamner Ave.,
[951] 736-0932), serving a diverse menu in
a family-friendly environment. Baja Fish
Tacos (2335 Hamner Ave., [951] 808-9007,
www.bajafishtacos.net) serves Mexican
specialties, while Black Horse Tavern & Grill
(1825 Hamner Ave., [951] 278-2771,
www.blackhorsetavernnorco.com)
specializes in steaks, chili and burgers in a
lively pub setting.
Those who enjoy riding golf carts more
than horses can hit the links at Hidden Valley
Golf Club (10 Clubhouse Dr., Norco,
[951] 737-1010, www.hiddenvalleygolf.com),
nestled in the hills above Norco. With its
natural vegetation and rugged outcropping of
boulders, it’s one of the most challenging
courses in Southern California, rivaling some
of the best in Palm Springs. Its Villa Amalfi
Ristorante is a favorite for intimate dinners,
banquets and weddings.
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 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Bobby Spiegel
Chamber to Hit the Street
C ore competencies are crucial in developing
and expanding our service to our membership.
Representing the Interest of Business with
Government as well as Sustaining a Strong
Local Economy are two areas that we continue
to enhance. In an effort to better serve our
business community, the Greater Corona Valley
Chamber of Commerce will begin doing Business
Walks – visiting businesses throughout the
communities we serve. Friday, June 3 is slated
for our first “walk.” On a monthly basis (the first
Friday) volunteers will gather at the Chamber’s
offices and partner up with a “buddy” for a two
hour session.
Developed by the Metro Chamber in Sacramento,
“our chamber is seeking to bring a listening ear
from our business communities” states Chairman
of the Board, Chris Miller. “I invite and
encourage anyone who would like to help,
come meet us at the Chamber at either 9:30AM
or 1:30PM.”
There will be two sessions – a morning and an
afternoon. Each session will be given a section
of businesses to visit. Our goal is simple:
we want to visit each business, let them know
we are here to help them (with legislative
matters and local issues). We will ask a few
questions, and if warranted, respond back to
them in a timely manner.
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“Our staff is excited to participate in this venture,
as they want to meet many of the voices who call
in over the phone or email the Chamber. Each of
them is looking forward to heading up a team.”
We anticipate the outcome of these walks will
open more communications between the
municipalities we serve and the business
community. If you are interested in assisting,
contact us at the Chamber at 951-737-3350.
Another competency deals with networking and
business referrals. The two areas that shine in
this arena are: CN$ (Chamber Networking
$olutions) and GMCV (Good Morning Corona
Valley) networking meetings. Each Thursday at
11:30 a.m., a group of networkers arrive at a
preselected Chamber memberrestaurant to
exchange leads, referrals and network. Earlier
this year, I attended one at Miguel’s Restaurant
and most recently one at Kabob Hutt. Comparing
leads generated by this group from last year to
this year: $52,000 in leads (2010) and
$106,000+ (2011). Also, the last Thursday of
each month we meet at Eagle Glen Golf Club for
our Good Morning Corona Valley networking
breakfast. If you are in sales and want to move
your product, these are two examples of events
you may want to attend.
As business increases in our region, we are
prepared to hear, “I’m too busy to attend a
meeting (event or social etc).” We love hearing
this, as it solidifies our purpose as a Chamber.
Attendance at meetings, events, socials etc. is
not a requirement for membership – in fact my
personal goal would be to have every member
so focused on what they do best (manufacturing
their product; selling their product;
providing their unique service or product, etc.)
that their schedule is too consumed by
appointments and business development.
Then members realize the importance of
supporting the Chamber by being a member, to
enable our organization to Represent the Interest
of Business with Government. While you are busy
with your bottom line, we are working with the
various elected officials and governmental
agencies to ensure business friendly legislation
and oppose job killer bills. Dedicated to
improving the working limitations in CA,
our Chamber is constantly on the forefront of
issues and working with elected officials.
The first two days of June, a delegation from
Corona will be in Sacramento on behalf of the
business community.
As we enter into summer, there are many
opportunities for business to grow – and if you
are interested in having fun, let me suggest you
consider being involved with our Race to Monte
Carlo on July 22. This fun filled adult evening
will begin with a VIP reception at 5:30pm;
gaming (black jack, roulette and craps);
various exquisite food stations; live and silent
auctions and dancing with entertainment galore.
Log on to www.MyChamber.org to secure
your tickets. Proceeds from this Signature
Event provide the funding for many member
benefits and business enhancements through
our Legislative Action outreach.
Coming
In July:
Our Health and
Wellness Issue!
To Advertise,
Contact Casie
at (951) 737-3350
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 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

PHOTO: aschaeffer
Chamber Working Hard To Pass
Workplace Flexibility
T he Greater Corona Valley Chamber of
Commerce is leading an effort to support SB 378
Currently, employees must approve by a secret
ballot election with at least 2/3 of the affected
(Dutton) which would allow employers employees in a readily identifiable work unit
(optional for those with 5 or fewer employees) required for adoption of an alternative “As the law stands today, individual employees do
to establish an alternative workweek schedule workweek schedule. not have the right to seek and arrange individual
that allows an employee to work up to 10 hours flexible schedules with their employers,”
a day, 40 hours a week. Existing law also requires the employer to pay stated Chris Miller, Chairman of the Greater
overtime compensation to employees who work Corona Valley Chamber board of directors.
“Last year, we served an important role as one of more than their regularly scheduled hours “SB 378 will provide individual workers much
the lead chambers of commerce in California to under the alternative workweek and to make needed flexibility to permit four-day workweeks
help seal the deal on workplace flexibility for reasonable accommodations to find a work for workers desiring to find a balance between
employees and employers,” stated Cynthia schedule that does not exceed 8 hours per day work and personal lives. Passing SB 378 is one
Schneider, Chair of the Greater Corona Valley for employees who were eligible to vote in the of the top priorities of the Chamber in 2011,”
Chamber’s Legislative Action Committee. election but are unable to work the alternative continued Miller.
“Although we lost the fight to pass this reform in workweek hours.
2010, we are pleased that Senator Bob Dutton Log on to www.CoronaAdvocacy.biz
has reintroduced the proposal in 2011 and we for more information.
will fight even harder to pass it this time as the
basic tenet of the bill ‘flexibility’ is critical to
small business,” continued Schneider.
The increased diversity and complexity within
our workforce – combined with intensifying
global competition in a 24/7 marketplace –
have raised unprecedented organizational and
societal challenges that impact both employers
and employees.
The reality of today’s economy is that a majority
of workers are struggling to succeed in the
workplace while also fulfilling serious personal
responsibilities – be it caring for a sick child or
parent, obtaining advanced training in order to
move up, attending religious services, or even
seeing a doctor to address a health crisis.
SB 378 would permit employers and their
employees to voluntarily enter into a revocable
written agreement setting forth an alternative
workweek schedule that allows an employee to
work up to 10 hours a day, 40 hours a week,
without the payment of overtime wages, with the
requirement to pay a prescribed rate of overtime
pay for excess hours and days.

Proud to be an Executive Partner

with the
Greater Corona Valley Chamber of Commerce

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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
Chamber Opposes Proposal
Allowing Local Tax Increases
T he Greater Corona Valley Chamber of
Commerce opposes SB 653, a statewide proposal
which would dramatically expand the taxing
powers of local governments and open the
floodgates to new taxes and higher taxes
throughout the state.
SB 653 lifts the decades of old restrictions that
prohibited counties and local school districts
from proposing local personal income taxes,
local corporate taxes, local non-uniform sales
and use taxes and more. Further, while SB 653
lists specific taxes that may now be proposed,
it also says that the new taxing authority is “not
limited to” the taxes specifically mentioned.
“The Legislature needs to focus on polices that
will create jobs, not create more taxes,” stated
Cynthia Schneider, Chair of the Greater Corona
Valley Chamber’s Legislative Action Committee.
“SB 653 is bad for our local economy because it
will allow local governments to run wild with
new and higher taxes. The bill contains virtually
no limits on the taxes that can be proposed and
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will potentially lead to chaos as taxpayers and
businesses try to figure out the policies of each
county,” continued Schneider.
In addition, by exploiting a loophole, tax propo-
nents are attempting to enact these new and
higher taxes with a simple majority vote rather
than the two-thirds vote currently required for
special taxes. Counties are placing a general
tax on the ballot for majority vote approval
while promising in a companion measure on the
same ballot that the money would be used for
certain things.
SB 653 would also open the floodgates for a host
of different taxes and different rates depending
on the locality. Trying to cope with higher and
different types of taxes at every local jurisdiction
would only serve to further drive business and
economic activity out of California. We need to
be increasing jobs, not killing them.
Log on to www.CoronaAdvocacy.biz
for more information.
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Photos by Jim Dorsey Photography

Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen is
located at 980 Montecito Dr.; Corona,
92879 – call them at (951) 735-8888.
Owners Francisco and Linda Perez are
continually welcoming guests to their
restaurant. Modern style Mexican dishes
and unique specials are offered. Luna has
a full bar – pictured far left: bartenders
Geoff Provonost and Kevin Leach.

Left: Welcoming clients of

Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography

all ages, the “crew” at

Brag-A-Bout Hair Salon
can assist your every
Left: Affordable (hair) need. Pictured are:
Health Care Theresa, Danielle, Amber,
Solutions owner Christina, Nicole, Amanda,
Joel Sabas Kim, Shari and Gigi.
(holding gold Visit them at 511 N. Main
plated sheers) St., Ste. 106 Corona, 92880
with Chamber Board member Dean Seif. Located at or call for an appointment
1655 E. 6th St. A-4C-108; Corona, 92879; call them at (951) 272-4247.
(951) 279-3103 or email jsabasfamilycare@gmail.com.
Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography

Far right: Corona Mayor Pro Tem

Eugene Montanez with
Harbhajan and
Paul Dhaliwal
(owners of Singh
Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography

Produce Cash ‘N Carry).

Offering a wide variety of
Photos by Jim Dorsey Photography
fresh produce and
groceries, visit them at 944
W. 6th St. #106 Corona,
92882 or call
(951) 659-7100.

Right: The Greater Corona Valley Chamber Chairman of the Board, Chris Miller
proudly presents the sponsor certificate to Karin Roberts (Habitat for Humanity
Executive Director) and Robin Hought of Wells Fargo (who paid the sponsorship
Photo by Jim Dorsey Photography

fee for Habitat). Habitat for Humanity is working on homes and can use
volunteers as well as product – contact them by calling (951) 787-6754 or email
Karin at kroberts@habitatriverside.org
Join us for our next Good Morning Corona on June 30th at Eagle Glen Golf
Club, sponsored by Eagle Glen Golf Club. Call the Chamber at (951) 737-3350
or visit us online at www.CoronaChamber.org to register today!

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Left and below: The Greater Corona Valley Chamber was proud to have their own
Stephanie Shapiro be the Adult Honoree at the 2011 Arthritis Walk. Arthritis affects
almost everyone and this one event raised over
$175,000 – a special thank you to Wal-Mart
who competed among their Inland Empire
stores – as well, we acknowledge and thank
all of you who supported Stephanie in this
fund raising effort. If you would like to still
contribute, please contact us at the Chamber!
Photos submitted by the Arthritis Foundation

Corona Valley Leaders Ignite Businesses on Chamber Priorities:

Healthcare, Reforming Government, Local Economy
Left: The Greater Corona Valley Chamber of Commerce Chamber Chairman
Chris Miller addresses the attendees at the organization’s regional business
Economic Forecast. This chamber represents the interests of the regional
business community at all levels of government. Each year, the Chamber
determines its top three strategic initiatives. In 2011, the Chamber is focusing
on healthcare reform impacts; local, state and
federal government regulations and reform; and,
business attraction and retention.
Regional business leaders attended the Chamber’s
Left: The keynote annual I-15 Economic Forecast on April 21 and
luncheon speaker, engaged on many issues impacting the local econo-
Brad Kemp of Beacon my. One of the discussions focused on the Chamber’s
Economics, provided an three strategic initiatives. The action-oriented
upbeat, realistic and strategic initiatives discussion empowered the local
informative outlook for businesses in attendance to better understand the
the summit. issues impacting their ability to create jobs.
Another panel was made up of Mayors from all three communities:
Log on to www.CoronaAdvocacy.biz for more information on the Chamber’s Mayor Stan Skipworth (Corona), Mayor Berwin Hanna (Norco) and
efforts representing the interests of businesses at all levels of government. Mayor Adam Rush (Eastvale) concluded the day’s forecast.

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 Play! Shop! Dine!
Summer 2011 is a
fantastic time to
experience Corona, Norco and
Eastvale. The entire Corona Valley
offers a wide range of activities:
golf, tennis, zip-lining, horseback
riding, indoor kart racing and so
much more. What are you waiting
for? Get out and play!
More on Pages 11-16
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Everyone loves
shopping and we
have the best of the best to make
your experience fun and exciting.
Visit Hidden Valley Plaza, Eastvale
Gateway, Equestrian Vintage in
Norco, and many more fine
shopping centers and retail stores
to find the perfect gift or outfit.
More on Pages 17-19
MyChamber.org
Fine dining, casual dining or
something in-between, you can
find every kind of cuisine in
the Corona Valley. Choose from
Mexican, Persian, B.B.Q., American,
Indian, Chinese, Sushi and anything
else your heart desires. You will
experience it all here. Bon Appetite!
More on Pages 20-21
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Paradise
for Golfers
The Greater Corona Valley Chamber of
Commerce is proud to have an array of
golf courses in its membership. Each one
is beautiful and unique, and a great choice
for golfing, events, and breathtaking views.
Each are highlighted alphabetically in
this article: Photos provided by golf courses
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Champions Club at the Retreat
Play!
Champions Club at the Retreat, is a Nicklaus Design golf course
located at the base of the Cleveland National Forest, created to provide
players with a truly unique golfing experience.
• 25,000-square-foot Clubhouse is the centerpiece of member activities,
with a full calendar of dining, children & family programs, and many
other amenities
• Men's and ladies' locker rooms open onto luxurious private lounges
with distinctive furnishings and plasma-screen televisions. Full cardio,
strength-training and flexibility equipment is available to members, and a
25-meter pool. The adjacent outdoor
fireplace is the perfect place to relax on a
cool evening.
In addition to the members-only areas above,
everyone is welcome to enjoy the dining
room and bar with fireplaces, or the
expansive patio.
The 6,765-yard golf course takes full
advantage of its naturally beautiful location
at the base of the Cleveland National Forest.
Elevation changes provide an array of
distinctive hole layouts with panoramic views
of the forest and surrounding valley.
Golfers will feel secluded on the course,
surrounded by the rolling hills and local
wildlife.
Wide, undulating fairways lead to multi-tiered
greens to make every round a unique golf
experience. It's a golf course you can play
again and again without any two rounds
feeling alike.
Cresta Verde Golf Club
Cresta Verde Golf Club was originally
founded in 1927 as Parkridge Country Club
by Randolph Scott, one of Hollywood’s
greatest and most popular western stars.
Actors such as Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz,
Burt Lancaster and Clark Gable were known
to frequent the course. Celebrating their 80th
Anniversary in 2007, Cresta Verde Golf
Course is listed as one of America ’s 500
oldest courses.
This par-70 course has its share of challeng-
ing holes from moderate elevation changes
to its 6,065 yard length from the back tees.
The course rating is 69.0 and the slope
rating stands at 123.
Their golf club is designed for every player
with six relatively easy holes, six fun holes,
and six holes that are world class tough!
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Play! The Race to
Monte Carlo
T The Greater Corona Valley Chamber
of Commerce is excited about our
annual “The Race to Monte Carlo,”
Friday, July 22. Once again this
event will take place at the ever popular
Eagle Glen Golf Club. With last year’s
transformation, “Club Eagle Glen” turned out
to be the “party place of the year!” We will
feature a relaxed environment of casino-style
gaming, silent and live auctions, purchase
opportunities for our now-famous opportunity
keys, a variety of gourmet food, Club Eagle
Glen dancing and some new, not-to-be-
missed surprises.
The Race to Monte Carlo is the most
important signature fundraiser for the
Chamber. Our Chamber members continually
need resources—from Legislative Action
Outreach to business seminars and training.
One service, of the greatest importance to
local businesses (the #1 request for
assistance from our members), is the
2011
Legislative Action Outreach. We have created
a committee of 24 local business leaders
with a diversity in businesses, backgrounds
and functions. It serves as a “watchdog”
committee whose mission is to maintain a
favorable business climate in Corona, Norco,
Eastvale, the county and the state. Legislative
action supports pro-business legislation and
lobbies against business-killer bills that
would have a negative impact on local
business owners—and this committee is
100% dependent upon funding through
proceeds from The Race to Monte Carlo.
These volunteers meet monthly to review
pending legislation, followed by appropriate
outreach that includes letter writing
campaigns to State, County and local
governments. Our Legislative Outreach has
been extremely successful in realizing their
objectives. Since its inception, it has acted
on dozens of pieces of proposed legislation—
vital and indispensable to the Corona Valley
business community.
Your support of The Race to Monte Carlo is
an integral part of the Legislative Action
Committee’s (LAC) success. In return for your
support, the LAC works tirelessly all year to
monitor local, state and federal legislation
that would impact your business. The LAC
communicates with elected officials
and hold them personally accountable for
their positions on business-friendly bills.
Their current action items include:
• Support for SR-91 corridor
Improvement Project loan from
US Department of Transportation
• Increase regional support for high
speed train along the I-15 corridor
• Oppose Federal Mandatory
“How-To Unionize Guide”
• Oppose elimination of redevelopment
agencies and enterprise zones
during State budget reform
• Health Care reform

The Race to
Monte Carlo
Mark your calendar for
Friday, July 22 at Eagle
Glen Golf Club, located at
1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy.
Thank you in advance for
your continued support in
our efforts to ensure a vital
business climate throughout
the Greater Corona Valley
area.

Tickets can be
purchased online at
www.mychamber.org.

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The Race to Monte Carlo theme is based on
the Corona Road Race of 1913 (featured in
the Corona Valley Business Archive on page
28) that was held on Grand Boulevard—the
first of three international automobile races.
Over 100,000 race fans attended (Corona’s
population was only 4,000), and special trains
transported fans from Los Angeles, San Diego
and San Francisco. Drivers included Barney
Oldfield, Terrible Teddy Tetzlaff, Earl Cooper
and Ralph De Palma. Cooper won $8,250,
second only to the purse at the Indianapolis
Motor Speedway. The infamous Fatty
Arbuckle filmed part of the race and later
included it in a movie.
So please be sure to support the Chamber
and, by extension, Corona, Norco and
Eastvale’s business future by purchasing your
tickets early to this truly wonderful event.
Early bird tickets are $95 per person and
$160 per couple through July 1. Beginning
July 2, tickets will be $125 per person and
$220 per couple. You can save $5 per ticket
when you use your Chamber Discount Card.
Sponsorships are still available and auction
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donations will be much appreciated. Your
decision to donate an auction item and attend
the 2011 Race to Monte Carlo is a win-win
decision for you, your business and all
businesses in the Corona Valley. We can’t do
it without you! Please mark you calendars
and contact the Chamber early.
Contact the Chamber at
(951) 737-3350 for
more information.
Tickets can be
purchased online at
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Play!
Citrus Splash Zone
Now – September 30, 10AM-7PM
Rimpau Ave. / Taber Rd., Corona 92881
Family Movie Nights
Thursdays, 6:30PM-9PM
2780 Cabot Dr., Corona 92883
Bring own chairs/blankets
June 2: E.T. The Extra Terrestrial
June 9: Despicable Me
June 16: The Sound of Music
June 23: Shrek Forever After
June 30: Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2:
Rodrick Rules
Mach 1 Mud Run
June 4, 9:30AM
Corona Municipal Airport
1900 Aviation Dr., Corona 92880
$50 to register
Corona Heritage Park Antiques Faire
June 4, 8AM-3PM
510 W. Foothill Pkwy., Corona 92882
The Plunge! 2011 Aquatics Season
June 4 – August 6, 1PM-4PM
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays
3900 Acacia Ave., Norco 92860
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Fun in the Sun!
Photo courtesy of Denise Gentile
People enjoying summer
events at Dos Lagos
of Century 21
Free!
Free!
Annual Great Taste
June 4, 5-8PM
1250 Corona Pointe Ct., Corona 92879
$20/$5 (kids) presale; $25/$8 day of event
Come out and enjoy food and beverages
from over 20 local eateries, all benefiting
the Corona Fire Safety Foundation and the
Corona Police Community Partnership.
Relay for Life
June 11-12, 9AM (24 hours)
Santana Park
598 Santana Way, Corona 92882
Come out and celebrate cancer survivors
as money is raised for the American Cancer
Free! Society. There are over 80 teams already
signed up, so it’s sure to be a huge event!
Summer Arts at Dos Lagos
Free! 2780 Cabot Dr., Corona 92883 Free!
June 11, 6PM: Corona Symphony
Jazz Ensemble
June 16-25: Juried Art Show
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Photos: Courtesy of the City of Corona
except as indicated
3rd Annual Concerts in the Park
Fridays, 6:30PM-8:30PM Free!
Pikes Peak Park
97 Sixth St., Norco 92860
June 17: Eagles Tribute (Heartache Tonight)
July 1: George Strait Tribute (Western Express)
July 15: U2 Tribute (Zoo2)
July 29: Beach Boys Tribute (Woodie &
The Longboards)
August 12: Beatles Tribute (Rubber Souls)
4th of July 2011
10AM: Main Street Corona Parade Free!
4PM-10PM: Santana Park Festival
& Fireworks Show
598 Santana Way, Corona 92882
Games, food, live entertainment,
tribute to the military
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The Greater Corona Valley is the home to
many great summer events. While more events
are being added all the time, a few are

Play!
highlighted on these pages.

Rockin’ at Dos Lagos 27th Annual Norco Mounted

Posse PRCA Rodeo
Saturdays, 7-9PM Free!
2780 Cabot Dr., Corona 92883 August 26-28
July 16: The Stars of Beatle Mania Ingalls Park
(Beatles Tribute) 3737 Crestview Dr., Norco 92860
July 23: The Bon Jovi Experience 9 and Older $15; 8 and under Free!
(Bon Jovi Tribute)
July 30: INXS-ive (INXS Tribute) More information about the above
August 6: Surfin’ Safari (Beach Boys Tribute) events can be found on the city
websites, www.discovercorona.com,
Concerts on the Green www.eastvalecity.org,
The Race to Monte Carlo Casino Night
Free! www.ci.norco.ca.us and
Thursdays, 7PM-9PM www.mychamber.org.
Friday, July 22, 6PM
City Hall South Lawn
Eagle Glen Golf Club
400 S. Vicentia Ave., Corona 92882
1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy., Corona 92883 Other great summer activities include
Food and beverage available for purchase;
Food, Casino-style gaming, live and dance lessons, amusement and entertain-
bring own chairs.
silent auctions, opportunity keys, ment parks, water parks, city recreation
July 14: NeOn NaTiOn (80’s music) activities, concerts, theater, and more! In
concert and more!
July 21: Southbound (70’s) addition to the city websites, businesses of
$95 per person/$160 per couple if
July 28: TMK All-Stars (60’s) all categories can be found in the Greater
purchased by July 1
August 4: Ronny and the Classics (50’s-90’s) Corona Valley Chamber member directory
$5 per ticket saved with Chamber
Discount Card online at www.mychamber.org.

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 When asked,” What kind of Business is
Glen Ivy?”…it’s not Spa, Massage or
Relaxation; we’re in the people business
and look forward to welcoming guests
everyday as the Hot Springs has for 151
LONG-TIME CHAMBER MEMBER Years and for countless generations of
Native Americans before that.
Play!
-Jim Root, CEO /President of Glen Ivy

Glen Ivy
Hot Springs
Glen Ivy Hot Springs in Corona
(Temescal Canyon Rd. off I-15)
has 12 acres of lush landscaping
and botanic gardens.

In business since 1860 and Greater Corona For those who are able to sneak away, Glen Ivy
Valley Chamber of Commerce members since offers Club 1860, a 12-month membership with
1977, Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa has been a exclusive benefits. Daily activities and exercise
staple of the Corona community, and the Inland programs also abound, as well as various
Empire as a whole, for over a century. With their workshops and weekend retreats, all of which
successes, they’ve expanded into Brea and are open to the public.
Valencia, ensuring that the brand reaches all
of Southern California. The next retreat
falls right in the
So what is so special heart of the
about Glen Ivy? summer, July 29-
In addition to the 31, for a weekend
numerous massage, of yoga, writing and
facial, spa packages art meditation.
and specials, Glen Ivy Time will be spent
is home to Club Mud, listening to the
The Grotto, Under the voice within,
Oaks, Mineral Baths, through enlightened A perfect getaway that's close to home,
Saline Pools and movement and Corona residents receive 15% off spa
Massage Village, creative inquiry. admission to Glen Ivy Hot Springs
when they show valid ID at check-in.
to name a few. Set on The retreat center
12 acres and nestled Above: Glen Ivy's therapeutic red clay mud bath boasts beautiful
away in the Santa Ana "Club Mud" is popular with guests for its accommodations,
mountains away from skin-softening benefits and muddy, good fun. dining facilities and
noise, there are guest halls, and is It’s their way of thanking and giving back to
natural, healing hot springs for all to enjoy. the ultimate getaway for relaxation and renewal those who have given so much.
of mind, body and spirit.
Gourmet, made-to-order cuisine can be found For more information, or to take advantage of
at Café Solé, and their Solé Terrace Spa is a At Glen Ivy, it’s not just about pampering though. all that Glen Ivy has to offer, you can find them
secluded rooftop spa with mountain views and It’s about the people and creating memories. online at www.glenivy.com, on Twitter and
private cabanas for reservation. Whether you It’s about spa care as self care, and it’s about the Facebook, and through their blog. Open daily,
simply enter the spa and take advantage of the community. They offer 15% off regular admission Glen Ivy is located at 25000 Glen Ivy Rd. in
pools and relaxing atmosphere or make it a to residents of Corona, city employees of Corona, Corona and can be reached at (888) GLENIVY.
pampering extravaganza, there’s something Brea or Santa Clarita, senior citizens (55+),
for everyone. firefighters, nurses, teachers, military and police. Photos courtesy of Glen Ivy Hot Springs.

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 Hidden Valley Plaza by
Hollie Davies

Shop!
Since Ross Mollard became president and CEO of Hidden Valley Plaza five over 260,000 people in a 5-mile radius and Corona has the highest
years ago, he has put a heavy focus on servicing the residential community income demographics in Riverside County.
in ways that add to the quality of life. “The Corona/Norco area has a strong
community spirit and we are proud to be part of that spirit,” said Ross. The community spirit is very much in evidence at the shopping
“We plan our mix of retailers around our anchors, Kohl’s and Stater Bros, center, where retailers are often shining examples of community
and choose smaller retailers who complement rather than compete with commitment, involved in charitable works and fundraisers. In May,
existing shops.” Ross also thinks it’s beneficial to have other shopping Riverside County paramedics and emergency medical technicians
areas in close proximity because “together we provide a wide variety of supported The Hot Dog Shoppe to help raise money for Santa Cruz
goods and services that meet the everyday needs of most families, from paramedic Bryan Stow, the 43-year-old father of two who was severely
basics to boutiques. In South Corona, for instance, Kohl’s and Target are in injured after a Dodgers game.
the same shopping center and they complement and play off each other.”
Hidden Valley Plaza is located at 490-570 Hidden Valley Pkwy., Corona,
At Hidden Valley Plaza, Ross is pleased to have an excellent mix of next to the I-15, and it’s estimated that over 300,000 cars per day see
restaurants—each of which has its own appeal to different tastes and the Plaza from the I-15. For further leasing information, contact Morgan
budgets—such as Shogun Kitchen, Subway, Hot Dog Shoppe, Chick-fil-A, McEvoy, Vice President of Retail Services for Colliers International,
and Fro-Yo Land. In addition to Kohl’s and Stater Bros, tenants at the Plaza at (213) 532-3259, or email him at morgan.mcevoy@colliers.com.
include Bank of America, Quiksilver, hair salons, restaurants and
professional offices. It’s this thoughtful mix that has made Hidden Valley
Plaza attractive to shoppers. What Ross would like in the future is “more
family-oriented evening restaurants.” He also would have no problem
putting a pet shop next to Stater Bros, or a massage/spa to complement
the hair salons. A kids’ or babies’ specialty shop would be a good addition,
since Quiksilver already offers highly popular snow, surf and skate lines for
teens and adults. “Whatever adds convenience to people’s lives and works
well with our current tenant roster would be welcome at the Plaza,”
he concluded.

Ross, a former real estate attorney, has many years experience as an

investor and real estate developer in both Orange and Riverside Counties.
He observed that “Corona and Norco have done well compared to the rest
of Riverside County because they built out significantly in advance of the
housing failure. The city has great schools, excellent sports programs,
and first class police and fire departments.” The point is well taken,
since statistics show that the average income within a mile of these
shopping areas averages approximately $80,000. In addition, there are
Photos furnished by Hidden Valley Plaza

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 The Marketplace
Now your business can reach thousands
each month for just $100! Call Casie at the
Chamber at (951) 737-3350 to learn more.

The Marketplace is your place to connect with other Corona Valley Customers and Businesses.
Visit here each month to find special offers, too!
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Anniversary Recognition
96 YEAR MEMBER 11-15 YEAR MEMBERS AVT, Inc.
Southern California Edison Company Corona Life Services, Pregnancy Help Center CEO Business Brokerage
Honda Cars of Corona Corona Cages
40 YEAR MEMBER Lake Elsinore Storm Cosmedx Science
Glen Eden Sun Club Law Offices of Brad Husen Dental Ventures of America, Inc.
Primerica Financial Services – Zeller Focal Instincts, LLC
34 YEAR MEMBER Habitat for Humanity, Riverside
Citizens Business Bank 6-10 YEAR MEMBERS Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Corona
American Cleaners Inspire Life Skills Training, Inc.
33 YEAR MEMBER Arbonne International – Budiselic Instant Imprints
Sunshine Landscape & Maintenance, Inc. C P I Properties Keller Williams - Donna Richards
Corona Elks Lodge #2045 Labor Ready
32 YEAR MEMBERS D F I - DiGerolamo Family Insurance MCS - Melinda's Computer Services
Martin Associates Brokerage Eibach Springs, Inc. Party Solutions
McDonald's #4869 – Lincoln Faith Fellowship Bible Church Pet Chalet
Ganahl Lumber Prevent Child Abuse - Riverside County
21 YEAR MEMBER Hanson Aggregates Pro Line Door
New Dimensions Escrow Paul Davis Restoration of the Inland Empire Regan Paving
The Unforgettables Foundation
16-20 YEAR MEMBER 1-5 YEAR MEMBERS Vantage Vehicle International
A S J Industrial Hose & Fittings ActionCOACH Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.

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NEW IN TOWN
Barbeques
Galore
by Hollie Davies
Summer’s here—time for some grillin’ and
chillin’ in the yard, by the pool, on the lawn,
or in the kitchen. All you need is the right
equipment, and we don’t mean a rusty,
grease-laden firetrap hidden away on the
patio. If you’re looking forward to months of
barbeques and outdoor parties, you’ll be
amazed at how easy it is to upgrade to new
products that can turn novices into backyard
stars and make barbeques a sizzling success.
The experts at Barbeques Galore (BG),
in Corona, have it all covered – every
conceivable product to make grilling fun
and safe all year round.
The company, which is the
nation’s largest specialty
retailer of grills and outdoor
living products, has sold
more than 1 million grills to
backyard chefs for the past
30 years. State of the art
products include gas grills,
charcoal grills, electric grills,
smokers, and a new infrared
system for eco-friendly
cooking. For customers who
want the ultimate grilling
experience, BG’s designers
will customize interior and
outdoor islands to enhance
any space and decor.
Julia Connell, marketing director, explained
the company’s concept of customer service:
“We don’t want to simply sell a grill, we want
to make sure you go home with the best
equipment for your custom needs, based on
how many people you usually cook for, what
type of facilities you have, what types of foods
you enjoy. We take time to explain all the
features of a particular grill to make sure it’s
the right one for each customer.”
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Store Director Danielle Blehm and Associate Christie Matsen show off a few of the portable grill
options available at their store.
To promote the pleasures of outdoor cooking,
BG offers delicious recipes and entertaining
tips created by BG’s Executive Chef, Richard B.
Schmitt; help on everything from cocktails to
desserts, as well as timesaving techniques and
tools. Some wonderful recipes can be found
on the BG website, such as All-American Ribs
(three styles); Crispy Skin Salmon On Grilled
Leek and Soybean Ragout; Smoked Turkey;
and a variety of chicken and buffalo wing
recipes from different regions of the U.S.
Recipes include gourmet touches, if desired,
using herbs and seasonal ingredients to bring
out the best flavor of whatever you fancy, meat
Shop!
or vegetarian. Julia said the company will be
expanding its website recipes and barbeque
tips on a regular basis.
Many of BG’s customers entertain
regularly and the company takes pride
in offering everything a host needs to
make an outdoor party successful:
from tools and cookware to cleaners
and covers, gas fireplace logs, outdoor
heaters, and a huge selection of sauces,
rubs, spices and gourmet treats. Its line
of accessories reads like a wish list of
great gift ideas.
Julia added that the Greater Corona
Valley Chamber “has been very
supportive, especially at the grand
opening ribbon cutting ceremony in
April. The Chamber is a fantastic
resource for introductions and helping
to promote new business.”
Barbeques Galore is located at 2620 Tuscany
St., Corona. Phone: (951) 549-0307.
The company website, www.bbqgalore.com,
offers comprehensive product information
with photos, recipes, class schedules, video
demonstrations, and sizzling summer specials.
Photos by Jim Dorsey Photography
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 The Greater Corona Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen Reyna's Tacos
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Allan Borgen’s
Restaurant Review
Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen
Above: Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen Above left to right: Cisco Perez, Chef Ruben
celebrated their Grand Opening on Galvez and owner Francisco Perez
April 13, 2011
An exciting new restaurant opened up (in the site once occupied
by Blackwood American Grill) and folks, you are going to absolutely
love this place. Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen is a lovely restaurant
that has largely kept the beautiful décor intact, just adding some
gorgeous bright colored paintings that give Luna a classy yet upscale
casual ambiance.
As nice as the interior is, the menu will excite all your culinary senses
and you will finally get to taste exciting regional Mexican dishes
artfully plated with flair and lots of incredible layers of flavors.
There are many delightful appetizers to choose from, but you can’t go
wrong with Chef’s Reuben’s Sampler Platter ($13.95) consisting of two
delicious and tender baby back pork ribs basted with a sweet sticky
BBQ sauce, four small cut up chicken-stuffed fried corn taquitos, a
grilled quesadilla with Mexican Cheese and salsa, two excellent large
triangle-shaped deep fried empanadas with short rib and chorizo,
Oaxaca cheese and dried fruit, fresh guacamole and rich zesty roasted
tomato sauce. All of the items were very tasty and a great start to
what started out to be a most memorable dinner.
As for the entrees, wow! The choices are many. For my first flight
of dishes, I thought I would try two of my favorites; the Carnitas de
Lechon Pibil, a dish popular in the Yucatan region of Mexico, and the
Pollo en Mole Poblano, a glorious dish originated in the city of Puebla.
The Carnitas were cooked and steamed in banana leaves in a
marvelous sauce with overtones of cinnamon and ancho chilies.
Fried plantain rice, frijoles de la olla, pico de gallo, guacamole, and a
delicious zesty smoked chile de arbol salsa with warm tortillas
complimented the carnitas very well.
A good mole should be rich and have layers of complex flavors.
This rendition of mole was not only stunning, I wanted to bathe myself
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Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen
980 Montecito Drive / Corona, 92879
(951) 735-8888 • www.Lunammk.com
Hours: Monday-Friday 11:30AM to 10PM
Saturday 5PM to 11PM
Sunday 10AM to 10PM
Price Range: Lunch $8.95 to $13.95
Dinner $10.50 to $21.95
Mexican Cuisine
Above: Steak Adobado, flat iron steak
with chorizo hash potatoes and poblano
ancho chile cinnamon sauce
in it. The roasted free range chicken breast was smothered in this
wonderful sauce and topped with bits of candied dried apricots along
with a crispy yucca hitlacoche cake, and fried plantain arroz blanco
rice. Both dishes were a steal at $12.95 and the presentation of
the dishes were absolutely beautiful.
As great as the food was so far, the best was yet to come.
Dine!
Executive Chef Reuben Galvez is a very creative and talented
chef with lots of great kitchen experiences, as shown in next
three dishes. Let’s see, first there was the Salmon Zarandeado
($14.95), a grilled salmon filet that was first marinated in a
tamarind and chili soy sauce, seared until the exterior was crisp
while the meat was moist and flakey and then topped with a
sweet tangy fresh pineapple-mango salsa along with assorted
fresh vegetables and white rice. Next came the breathtaking
Steak Adobado ($17.85), shown above, featuring grilled slices of
tender flat iron steak that were first rubbed with New Mexico red
chile seasonings before being grilled, served with luscious chorizo
hash potatoes with crunchy celery root and Indian corn, finished with a
tremendous poblano ancho chile cinnamon emulsion sauce. These two
dishes were both gastronomically and visually dazzling!
If you enjoy seafood, you really should get the Camarones Con Fideos
($14.95), large pan seared Mexican white succulent shrimp grilled on a
skewer with a fantastic garlic tomato basil pesto salsa with angel hair
pasta and fresh vegetables and the Pepita Crusta Tilapia served over
fried plantain rice, fresh vegetables and a delicate creamy red curry
mango sauce. This delicious dish was only $13.95.
In closing, Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen is an outstanding restaurant
that you will be hearing a lot from in the coming months. Under the
watchful eyes of owner Francisco Perez and his son Cisco, I know this
restaurant will be one of your favorites once you have eaten here.
Oh yes, their Sunday brunch is very good, as is their large array of
specialty Tequila and mixed drinks. Welcome to Corona!
Photos courtesy of Allan Borgen
Visit FeedMe411.com for a video preview of some of the
best restaurants in the Inland Valley. You can reach Allan at
www.fFeedMe411.com or call him at (909) 910-3463.
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.
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 LEGAL OPINIONS
Giving Up Is Hard To Do:
How Business Owners Can Exit
A Business At Quitting Time
by Keith Davidson

T here are times when a business owner wants to get out of business.
With the recent down economy many people have either left, or want to leave,
their current businesses. But getting out is not so easy, especially when there is
Scenario Number 3: Business owner wants to sell a business. There are
many ways in which to sell a business to a new owner. A sale is a great way to
pass a business on to the next generation without having to worry about gift tax
a mountain of debt the business has accumulated over time. implications (because it’s not a gift, it’s a sale). My advice to every business
buyer: pay as little up front and push as much of the purchase price into
A more positive aspect of business succession is when an owner simply wants to monthly payments as possible. My advice to every business seller: receive as
pass on the business to her children and grandchildren. Deciding on the best much of the purchase price as possible up front and don’t allow any payments
way to exit a business can have important and long-lasting ramifications for the on the purchase price, if possible (unless you want to spread payments over
soon-to-be ex-business owner. time for tax purposes).
Here are a few options to consider when you reach quitting time:
Simply put, sellers want their money (all their money) up front when selling,
Scenario Number 1: Business owner has too much debt and wants and buyers want to pay as little as possible up front. And there are safeguards
to dissolve his business (and his debt). Dissolving a business in California that can be built into sales contracts to ensure the business either continues
is relatively easy, but dissolving debt is not. For example, if your business is as it has in the past or the purchase price must be adjusted to account for
formed as a corporation, limited liability company, limited partnership, or any the change.
other type of entity, you can dissolve that entity with the Secretary of State’s
office with a few simple forms. But there’s a catch, and it’s a BIG catch: once a The one thing to remember in selling a business is to have all the terms agreed
corporation is dissolved, the debts and liabilities of the corporation must pass to to clearly articulated in a written sales contract. If there is a down payment with
someone else. The dissolution forms require you to name a person who will the remaining purchase price being paid over time, then determine how those
personally take on the debt and liabilities of the corporation after it is dissolved. payments will be made, when they will be made, and what will happen when
This is a huge problem because you likely formed the corporation in the first they are not made. You will want to have some mechanism built in so that if
place to limit yourself from the debts and liabilities of the corporation. So why payments are not made, the business can be obtained without going to Court.
take those debts and liabilities on personally now? The best way to secure payment is with security. Security is a legal term that
generally refers to being able to take something of value from the buyer without
All too often I have clients come into my office and tell me that they dissolved having to go to court first.
their business and so the debt is no longer a concern. Not so. In fact, if a
business is dissolved without resolving the debt issues, then you just made Scenario Number 4: Business owner wants to gift business to a family
matters worse because debts that may have been limited just to the entity before member. Gifting a business to a child or grandchild can be a bit tricky, but not
are now on your own personal balance sheet after dissolution. impossible. Many people gift an interest in their business to children when they
add them to the ownership percentage. If I add my son to my corporation as
The correct approach is to resolve debt issues before dissolving the business a 10% shareholder, I have just made a gift to him of 10% of my company value.
entity. Resolution could take many forms – from negotiating the debt to a Unless my son actually pays me for that interest, the transfer of 10% to him
smaller amount so it can be paid, to filing for bankruptcy protection for the is a gift.
entity so the debt is discharged either in whole or in
part prior to dissolution. Either way, the debt must
be dealt with first. Never dissolve a business entity
that has debts and liabilities.
What about debts that the business owner
guaranteed personally? That may require a personal
bankruptcy to resolve. The point is to look at your
options before dissolving anything.
Scenario Number 2: Business owner wants to
transfer business to family member to avoid
creditors. Let’s be clear right up front: this never
works. Transferring the ownership and management
of a business entity to a family member in order to
avoid a creditor is fraud, plain and simple (called
Fraudulent Transfers under the law). And courts
generally disfavor this type of tactic because it just
causes a huge mess.
Plus, transferring a business means giving up
control, so the business owner is no longer calling
the shots from a legal view. This means that once the
business ownership and management is transferred
to someone else, you are powerless from stopping
them from taking actions you may not like.

It is far better to simply deal with creditors head on.

It may seem painful, but it’s the only way to resolve
the problem. And the worst that can happen is a
bankruptcy filing. Bankruptcy is there for a reason,
to help people who need help with creditors.

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 Paradise for Golfers
When making a gift of a business interest, you are required to have (continued from page 11)
that interest appraised for gift tax purposes. Also, if the interest
gifted is greater than $13,000, then you also have an obligation to
Dos Lagos Golf
report that gift to the IRS (using Form 709). Fortunately, for 2011 Course is one of the key
and 2012, each person is allowed to gift up to $5,000,000 during anchor properties of the
their lifetime without having to pay gift tax. So unless your business 534-acre Dos Lagos
is highly valued, a gift of a business interest comes with a reporting mixed-use development
requirement, but no real gift tax consequences. For that reason, and open for public play.
now is good time to consider making a gift of part or all of your The 18-hole champi-
business to the next generation. onship course, designed Dos Lagos Golf Course
by Matthew E. Dye of the
Of course, when you make a gift, you must give up control of famed Dye family, is a
whatever is gifted. That means you will give up control of the entire par-70 playing to 6,544 yards with four sets of tees. With a park-like feel, the course
business if you choose to gift it to a child or grandchild. But you provides a challenging, yet enjoyable round of golf for all skill levels, featuring dramatic
can still be involved in the business, and even be an employee of views of the Cleveland National Forest, an oasis of restored waterways, wetlands and
the business. You just won’t be an owner and you won’t call the rolling hillside habitat.
shots any more.
Dos Lagos combines diversity within holes to create a complete and satisfying golf
Adding a child or grandchild could also change the income tax experience. The staff at Dos Lagos are at your service and always willing to help.
consequences of your business, depending on the type of entity
you have. Be sure to check with a tax professional before making Eagle Glen Golf
any gift of a business interest. And remember that the addition of Club has become one
anyone as a shareholder, member, partner, or owner of any type is of the finest courses in
a gift unless that person pays you full value for the interest. Southern California.
The golf course is
These are just a few examples of the way in which you can exit your known for its dramatic
business when quitting time arrives. Make sure you know your views, while providing
available options and never obligate yourself for your business’ a stern test to all
debts and liabilities if you can avoid doing so. If done correctly, Eagle Glen Golf Club golfers, from the
exiting a business can be a pleasant experience. beginner up to the
touring professional.
With elevation changes up to 400 feet and some of the most challenging greens to
Keith Davidson is a partner at Albertson & Davidson, putt in Southern California. Designed by world renowned architect Gary Roger Baird,
LLP. He can be reached at (951) 686-5296 or the course winds through the Cleveland National Forest and parts of the Eagle Glen
keith@aldavlaw.com. Community. The course has 5 sets of tees and ranges in yardage from 4,998 yards up
to 6,894 yards.
It is always advisable to consult with qualified legal counsel
about your own particular situation, in that these matters Newly remodeled and updated, Eagle Glen boasts one of the Inland Empire’s most
can vary substantially in degree and nature. luxurious and spacious ballrooms, complete with breathtaking views of the golf course
from its full view windows, excellent for groups from 20 to 400.
• The Grille at Eagle Glen is available for individual meals and features a full bar and
additional amenities, including incredible views of the golf course and the Cleveland
National Forest. Seating is also available
on the veranda.
• The practice facility is over 300 yards long
with 7 practice green targets and is triple-
tiered. A separate practice green with
chipping area is nearby. Several lesson
packages and clinic options are available.

Green River Golf Club

Green River Golf Club is set in a
beautiful canyon conveniently located
next to the 91 Freeway in Corona.
Their Golf Club offers one 18-hole
course, The Veranda Banquet Center,
golf shop, a full course practice facitity
including a putting green, chipping
green, & grass driving range.
• Green River’s golf shop offers a large
inventory of the latest equipment and
apparel. On-site PGA Certified Titleist/
Cobra club-fitting specialist can recom-
mend an ideal set of clubs for you.
The Veranda at Green River is a
Wedding and Special Event Facility
with breathtaking views of the nearby
Santa Ana Mountain Range. The grand
banquet room is spacious and can be
set for as many as 600 or small as 50.
Green River also has a Men’s, Senior
Men’s, and Women’s Club.

Visit the Chamber website for more

information about our members
www.mychamber.org.

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 Elder Abuse:
Healthy
Preventing the Downward Spiral
Living
by Kenneth Kuck

O n March 2, 2011, the U.S. Senate held a special committee on

Aging entitled “Justice for All: Ending Elder Abuse, Neglect and
Financial Exploitation.” Famed actor and entertainer Mickey Rooney
stirred the room with an emotional account of his own experience as
the victim of senior abuse.
“Over the course of time, my daily life became unbearable,”
Rooney said. “I was stripped of the ability to make even the most
basic decisions.” He dubbed his poor treatment “emotional blackmail.”
Representatives from national organizations, government agencies
and medical professionals followed Rooney’s testimony with their own.
The prevalence and seriousness of elder abuse was on the table,
and the committee began legislation proactive of abuse prevention and
quality enhancement. While the Senate approaches this serious issue
on a national level, it is my privilege to encourage abuse prevention in
individual households.
Depending on the source, the number of elders abused in this country
ranges from 1- 3 million. One fact is certain: abused seniors are
grossly under-represented. While there is no excuse for any form of
abuse, there are ways to prevent it from occurring. Should any senior
or family member grow concerned about abuse, I strongly encourage
them to seek professional or community assistance. Respite exists in
many forms and is known to improve the welfare, not only of the
affected senior, but for the family caregiver. When a knowledgeable,
professional care source enters the home, a family caregiver can
get the time they need to rest and fulfill other responsibilities. Also on
the family’s side is the opportunity to receive courtesy care calls
by telephone.
communication, quality checks and ongoing education as three
practices that can make all the difference.
Open communication – Talk with your loved one. Ask them if there is
anything that they need, or that would make them more comfortable.
Address their concerns. If their care requirements are outside of your
abilities, consult a medical professional or a senior care advisor.
Quality Checks – Regularly check the residence of the senior for
safety hazards and any incomplete household maintenance. Make sure
your loved one is clean and as healthy as possible.
Ongoing education – Learn about any conditions your loved one may
have. Keep tabs on how the world impacts their lives. In essence, see
the world from their eyes; this will help you to be a better caregiver.
In Mickey Rooney’s words to the Senate, “You all have the right to
control your life and be happy.” Even as old age settles in, daily life
should be a positive experience. As we exercise respect and
compassion toward ourselves, our family and our senior citizens,
we will all see the positive upturn of family life.
Kenneth Kuck is the Owner and President of Synergy HomeCare,
a non-medical home care company. He can be reached at
(951) 280-9808 or kkuck@shcinlandempiresw.com

One concerning violation is passive abuse from family members.

In all reality, life becomes hectic for adult children who cannot check
on their elderly loved one as much as they
would like. However, when visits become
few and far between is when passive abuse
occurs. It takes form when family caregivers
lack the knowledge and skill needed to give
their loved one the care they truly need.
As ironic as it seems, by not seeking some
form of help, these people are
ignoring their care responsibilities. Family
caregivers may also vent anger and
frustration to their elder family member as
they succumb to stress and pressure.

There are several ways to ascertain the

security and well-being of a senior. These
include obvious indicators of abuse such as
bruising and other evidence of physical
harm, signs of malnourishment, bed sores,
poor living conditions and missing personal
belongings. The list continues to emotional
factors such as changes in personality,
anxiety and evasiveness. Professional
caregivers are trained to report any abuse
that they witness or suspect.

For families struggling to provide care for an

elderly loved one, I have outlined open

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New Chamber Members
Acupuncture Dentist Non-Profit
All Wellness Now Soft Touch Dental Care Hope Recovery Center, Inc.
720 Magnolia Ave., Ste. B3, Corona, CA 92879 1411 S. Rimpau Ave., Ste. 106 9036 Pulsar Ct., Ste. H, Corona, CA 92883
Zhang Xie (951) 371-8888 Corona, CA 92879 Shawn Kelly (951) 694-2942
www.allwellnessnow.com Stephanie Orona (951) 280-0322 www.hoperecoverycenterinc.org
www.softtouchdds.com
Cellular Phone Equipment / Service Plumbing
Metro PCS Authorized Dealer Corona Grocery Plumbing Innovations
488 N. Main St., Ste. C5, Corona, CA 92880 Singh Produce Cash 'N Carry 2545 Heritage Dr., Corona, CA 92882
David Wong (951) 737-5987 944 W. 6th St., Ste. 106, Corona, CA 92882 Kristine Hunter (951) 227-5599
Jatinder Singh (951) 659-7100 www.plumbinginnovations.net
Consultant – Business www.singhgrocers.com
Inland Empire Small Business Promotional Products
Development Center Legal American Printing & Promotions
201-A N. E St., Ste. 105 Walker Trial Lawyers, LLP 14054 Vernal Springs Ct., Eastvale, CA 92880
San Bernardino, CA 92401 11801 Pierce St., 2nd Flr., Riverside, CA 92505 Linda Mellin (951) 279-0601
Jennifer Hoff (909) 888-9011 Barry Walker (951) 667-5792 www.printingandpromos.com
www.iesmallbusiness.com www.walkertriallawyers.com
Restaurant
Consultant – Management Manfucturers – Tobacco Fireside Bar & Grill
Seminars By Jackie Fusion Tobacco, Inc. 1180 El Camino Ave., Ste. 116, Corona, CA 92879
7056 Archibald Ave., Ste. 102-236 2641 S. Maple St., Ste. H, Corona, CA 92882 Bill Webb (951) 737-1100
Eastvale, CA 92880 Emad Abdallah (888) 503-8746 Food Connection
Jacqueline Stokes (213) 283-5836 www.fusiontobacco.com 1750 Hamner Ave., Norco, CA 92860
Contractor – Electrical Mortgage Services Teri Vasquez (951) 520-0418
Keil Electric WJ Bradley Mortgage Capital Radcliffe's Royal Ribs
732 Allen Dr., Corona, CA 92879 1250 Corona Pointe Ct., Ste. 109 304 N. Main St., Corona, CA 92880
Andy Keil (714) 681-8860 Corona, CA 92879 Dave Radcliffe (951) 549-8819
www.KeilElectric.com Bunker Rayner (951) 643-7073
www.wjbradley.com Rumi's Restaurant Fine Persian Cuisine
718 N. Main St., Ste. 102, Corona, CA 92880
Bashir Hassanzadi (951) 898-5400
Sanchez Tacos
430 River Rd., Ste. D, Corona, CA 92880
Tania Sanchez (951) 371-5401
The Hotdog Shoppe
510 Hidden Valley Pkwy., Corona, CA 92879
Justin Reed (951) 898-8702
The Original Graziano's Pizza Restaurant
333 Magnolia Ave., Corona, CA 92879
Jerry Plascencia (951) 734-8500
Retail – Merchandise
Barbeques Galore
2620 Tuscany St., Corona, CA 92881
Mike Brenner (951) 549-0307
www.bbqgalore.com
Security
Global Systems Security & Sound
357 Sheridan Ave., Ste. 114, Corona, CA 92882
Carrie Winn (800) 505-5075

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 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.MyChamber.org for the latest updates.

June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 9AM-12PM June 6, 27 12PM-1PM June 13, July 11 12PM-1PM
July 7, 14, 21, 28 COMMUNITY SERVICES NETWORK MEETING AMBASSADORS MEETING
S.C.O.R.E. BUSINESS COUNSELING Location: Greater Corona Valley Chamber, Location: Greater Corona Valley Chamber,
Cost: Free 904 E. Sixth St. 904 E. Sixth St.
Location: Greater Corona Valley Chamber, Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber
904 E. Sixth St. (951) 737-3350 (951) 737-3350
Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber
(951) 737-3350 for appointment June 9, July 14 9:30AM-10:30AM June 14, July 12 12PM-1PM
MARKETING/WEB COMMITTEE MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 11:30AM-1PM Location: Greater Corona Valley Chamber, Location: Greater Corona Valley Chamber,
CHAMBER NETWORKING $OLUTIONS 904 E. Sixth St. 904 E. Sixth St.
Cost: $15 with RSVP Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber
Location: Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen, (951) 737-3350 (951) 737-3350
980 Montecito Dr.
Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber June 9 5PM-6PM June 14 5PM-6PM
(951) 737-3350 GRAND REOPENING / RIBBON CUTTING: GRAND OPENING / RIBBON CUTTING:
INSTANT IMPRINTS BROWNING DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 6:30PM-9PM Cost: Free Cost: Free
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT Location: 218 N. Lincoln Ave., Ste. 106 Location: 1983 Hamner Ave., Norco
Cost: Free Contact: Kim Morettini (951) 738-0664 Contact: Steve Photopulos (888) 503-6343
Location: The Shops at Dos Lagos,
2780 Cabot Dr.
Contact: Heather Bordner-Ayyob (951) 277-7601
June 3, July 1 8AM-9AM
LEGISLATIVE ACTION COMMITTEE MEETING
Location: Greater Corona Valley Chamber,
904 E. Sixth Street
Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber
(951) 737-3350
June 6-7 8:30AM-4:30PM
STOP HIRING MISFITS! A PROVEN
RECRUITING FRAMEWORK
Cost: $899 for the first registrant, $629 for
all subsequent registrants from the
same company.
Location: Manufacturing Executive Institute,
140 N. Maple St., Ste. 106
Contact: Maggie Watson (951) 736-2114

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June 16 5:30PM-8PM
GRAND OPENING / RIBBON CUTTING: HOPE
RECOVERY CENTER, INC.
Cost: Free
Location: 9036 Pulsar Ct., Ste. H
Contact: Nicole Willin (951) 261-0001
June 23 5PM-6PM
GRAND OPENING / RIBBON CUTTING:
WJ BRADLEY MORTGAGE CAPITAL
Cost: Free
Location: 1250 Corona Pointe Ct., Ste. 109
Contact: Bunker Rayner (951) 643-7073
June 30 6:30AM-8:30AM
GOOD MORNING CORONA VALLEY
Sponsor: Eagle Glen Golf Club
Cost: $15 members paid 1 week prior
$20 members at the door / $30 non-members
Location: Eagle Glen Golf Club,
1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy.
Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber
(951) 737-3350
July 22 6PM
THE RACE TO MONTE CARLO
Cost: $95 pp / $160 couple – before July 1st
$125 pp / $220 couple – July 1st
Location: Eagle Glen Golf Club,
1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy.
Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber
(951) 737-3350
Save $5 per ticket with Chamber Discount Card!
July 28 6:30PM-8:30AM
GOOD MORNING CORONA VALLEY
Sponsor: Leadership Corona
Cost: $15 members paid 1 week prior
$20 members at the door / $30 non-members
Location: Eagle Glen Golf Club,
1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy.
Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber
(951) 737-3350
November 7
GREATER CORONA VALLEY GOLF CLASSIC
Location: Eagle Glen Golf Club,
1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy.
Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber
(951) 737-3350

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 Based on local history, Corona Valley
our annual fundraiser,
“The Race to Monte Carlo”,
gets its theme from these races.
Archive
Corona Road Races (1913-1916)
Started by Corona officials to bring their community to
the attention of the world. The first year was a Huge
Success! Spectator estimates ranged from 65,000 to
100,000 people. Corona was put on everyone’s map!

Used with Permission of the Board of Trustees of the Corona Public Library
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Above: September 9, 1913. A postcard advertising the first Corona

Road Race in 1913. Artist: Unknown.
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Above: Starting line-up for the second road race in 1914.

November 26, 1914. Driver number - Driver name - Car. 2 - Klein -
Stutz. 7 - Rickenbacker - Peugeot. 19 - Ed O'Donnell - Deusenberg.
14 - Oldfield - Maxwell. 17 - Carlson - Maxwell. 4 - Pullen - Mercer.
16 - Ruckstall - Mercer. 9 - Grant - Sunbeam. Pullen was the 87.7
winner, Oldfield second, and O'Donnell third. Photographer: Barnes.
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Left: The checkered flag for Eddie

Pullen. November 26, 1914. Pullen won
Above: First Corona Road Race. the 1914 race at the average time of 86.5
September 9, 1913. Twelve started miles per hour. Photographer: Barnes.
the race and only three finished. It is
not dust showing in the print, but the
car exhaust from castor oil put in the
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gasoline. Race car in the front with

F.H. OH, President of the race
association standing. Car #1 - Oldfield
in Mercer; Car #2 - Magore in Stutz;
Car #3 - Jeannette in National;
Car #4 - George Hill in Fiat; Car #5 -
Robert de Palma in Mercer Right: Photo of a road race on Corona’s
(Hidden by Smoke); Car #6 - Wishert Grand Boulevard. Circa: 1913 – 1916.
in Mercer; Car #7 - Verbeck in Fiat; The notation on the photo reads "Six Racers
Car #8 - Earl Cooper in Stutz (the Fighting for The Lead. Corona Road Race."
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Winner). Photographer: Unknown. Two race cars are numbered #19 and #14,
others are not known.
Photographer: Unknown.

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