2016DECEMBER

MAKING A POSITIVE D I F F E R E N C E . . . E V E R Y D A Y !

Start the New Year off right for your business suc-cess by participating in the Chamberʼs Business Acad-emy program with Class number XI. This eight-week program has been providing basic business education since 2008 and has had over 100 participants complete the academy program. Classes begin on January 24 and run through March 15 and include finance, marketing, technology/social media/networking, communications/customer service and human resources presented by

Now celebrating its 17th year as one of Arizonaʼs top holiday attractions the Valley of Lights opens on November 24. This one mile drive through lighted and animated displays at Fain Park has everything and something for everyone! Fifty-eight displays; some with multiple pieces are covered with thousands of lights which glow from Thanksgiving night through December 30 from 6 to 10 p.m. every night.

Valley of Lights was started in 2000 with eight displays. Beverly Oleson, former PV Chamber Executive Assistant remembers a fundraising campaign to design and purchase those first displays and then helping with the set up; running miles of extension cords and taking down the displays. Valley of Lights was the brainchild of then Chamber Executive Director Lew Rees who had worked on something similar in Missouri. Assisted with Ozark Christmas Lighting he made that vision a reality.

Today Valley of Lights is managed by Jeff Schaffer, Advanced Electrical Contracting. He oversees new display design, construction, electrical connections, set up, maintenance and takedown. He is assisted by a team of “lighting elves” and work from September to November almost seven days a week.

Chamber Supports Business Success with annual Business Academy Program

experts and professionals in each field. A certificate of completion is awarded at the end of the program.

There is no tuition fee for chamber members how-ever there is a $30 registration/materials fee. Individual classes can be taken for $5. A light dinner is provided prior to each class.

For more information or to register contact the Cham-ber at 772-8857. Space is limited to 12 participants.

Valley of Lights makes Prescott Valley a premiere Holiday Destination

Sponsors and volunteers make the Valley of Lights possible. Displays are sponsored by businesses who are recognized by signs along the roadway. The volunteers work every night collecting the donations that the visitors leave at the end of the drive. Keeping them comfortable during the cold winter evenings is Affinity RV who loans an RV for shelter, Patriot Disposal who provides a port-

Prop 206 - Raising Arizona’s Minimum Wage Starts January 1st

Read the details on page 10

See Valley of Lights page 9

Back to Business.............................................................................. 3Coming Events................................................................................. 3Talkin' in Prescott Valley - Channel 56............................................. 3New Members................................................................................. 4Renewing Members......................................................................... 4Member Spotlight ............................................................................ 5Visitor Center Statistics .................................................................... 5One Year Anniversaries .................................................................... 5Holiday Festival of Lights Schedule.................................................. 6Hot Topics ....................................................................................... 7Business Intro .................................................................................. 7Flying High Turkey Drive ................................................................. 8Valley of Lights - Sneak Peek Dinner ............................................... 8Valley of Lights - Thank You Sponsors .............................................. 9Know the Law with Prop 206 ........................................................ 10Member News - Toot Your Horn..................................................... 11Safety First - Distracted Walking .................................................... 12Business After Hours...................................................................... 13Power Hour Lunch ........................................................................ 13Ribbon Cuttings............................................................................. 142016 Mixer Schedule .................................................................... 15PAYP Schedule of Events ............................................................... 15

Donna Laxson ................ChairwomanOne AZ Credit Union

Erin Vredeveld ................... Chair-electCanyon Physical Therapy

Frank Almendarez ................SecretaryYavapai Regional Medical Center

Matt Zurcher ........................TreasurerSpeedConnect

Jeff Spohn ............................Past ChairAPS

Jimmy Cabral......................... DirectorKitchens, Inc.

Brian Hope............................ DirectorPapa John’s Pizza

Chris Graff............................. DirectorAsphalt Paving and Supply

Kevin Ray .............................. DirectorWalmart

Dan Streeter .......................... DirectorHumboldt Unified School District

Eric Strobel ............................ DirectorState Farm Agency

December 2016 Chamber Board Members

Chamber Staff

7120 E. Pav Way, Suite 102Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

Voice: 928.772.8857Fax: 928.772.4267

Email: info@pvchamber.org

Website: www.pvchamber.org

Newsletter Staff

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Marnie Uhl....................President/CEO

Gloria Grose.........Operations & Events

Pattrik Daniels ..Business Development

Bill Grose .................... Office Assistant

Cal Willahan ........................ Volunteer

Mary Jo Hulse....................... Volunteer

Marnie Uhl..........................................Editor

Allisone PrintGraphics....................... Design

Photography by:Stew Schrauger, Natural Visions Photography

Matt Santos Photgraphy

Bob Pace .............................. Volunteer

Devona Pace ........................ Volunteer

Sandy Woods ....................... Volunteer

Barbara Clark ....................... Volunteer

Linda Burk............................ Volunteer

TalkininPrescottValleyWed. – 6:00 p.m.

Thurs. – 11:00 p.m.Fri. – 1:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Sat. – 5:00 p.m.Sun. – 11:30 p.m.

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CHANNEL56SCHEDULE

HotTopicsTuesday – 8:30 a.m.

& 4:30 p.m.Wednesday – 2:30 p.m.

Friday – 3:00 p.m.Saturday – 3:30 p.m.

Talk of the Town Prescott Valley With Marnie Uhl

TUESDAYS 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. KQNA 1130AM, 99.9FM and 95.5FM

Courtesy of Arizona's Hometown Radio Group

“Up to the Minute with Marnie” can now be heard on

REWIND 92.5 FM and 104.1 FM every Saturday at 9 to 10 a.m.

Listen in for the latest topics and what’s happening in the Quad-cities.

Thank you to Grenex Radio.

TALKIN'IN PRESCOTTVALLEY

December 6th & 20thJanuary 10th & 24th Join us as part of the

studio audience as we record for

Channel 56.Noon upstairs at the

Prescott Valley Event Center.

Dec. 2 Holiday Festival of Lights, Parade, Civic Center Lighting and Create-a- Tree DisplayDec. 14 Mixer hosted by National Bank and AARPDec. 15 Hot Topics at ChamberDec. 24-Jan.1 Happy HanukkahDec. 25 Merry Christmas

Valley of Lights open every night from 6 to 10pm at Fain Park

Marnie Uhl, CEO

Hot off the Presses! U.S. Dis-trict Judge Amos Mazzant is-sued a preliminary injunction on November 22 to block the U.S. Department of Labor from en-forcing costly and overreaching changes to the FLSA Overtime Rule. The new regulations are be-ing challenged in federal court in a case filed by 21 states and consolidated with a lawsuit filed by a coalition of Chambers, national business organizations and led by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Changes to the rule were to take effect Decem-ber 1. We will continue to follow this and share any updates we receive. Meanwhile, businesses can remain following the existing FSLA rules and regulations.

The passage of Proposition 206, the minimum wage increase/paid sick time law, will still go into effect onJanuary 1. We are fortunate to have members with expertise to break the verbiage down to an understandable narrative. Included in this news magazine is a summary of Prop 206 prepared by Laura Hamblin, Attorney and Human Resources Consultant. I would recommend you keep copy of this documents as a re-source to help you navigate the changes that are coming.

Thank you to everyone for a great Flying High Turkey Drive. I can say that I am very happy that the rain passed us by and we only had to deal with a little wind and cold. But as usual our very generous community came out in support of making sure everyone has a Thanksgiving dinner. Story and photos inside this news mag.

Many Christmas and Holiday happenings coming up this month. Hope to see you at them and sharing the holiday spirit.

Many Christmas and Holiday happenings coming up this month. Hope to see you at them and sharing the holiday spirit.

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Joyous Holiday Wishes, Marnie

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Renewing We Welcome Our New

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2852 N. Navajo Dr., Suite D8101 E Highway 69, Ste. BPrescott Valley, AZ 86314

INSURANCEColonial Life Welker Benefits GroupJary Welker1922 N 45th St.Phoenix, AZ 85008602-206-4617

TAX PREPARATIONSchumacher Tax & Accounting P.C.Patricia Schumacher1101 N. Old Chisolm Trail, Ste ADewey, AZ 86327928-772-5878

A&B Sign Co. Inc.Arizona Commercial, Sandy Shaffer, Associate BrokerArizona Dermatology GroupArizona Oncology AssociatesAsphalt Paving & SupplyBeads To YouBlinkly & Associates, LLC An Allstate Insurance AgencyBlue Sky Design & Publishing, LLCCanton Dragon Chinese CuisineCanyon Physical Therapy & Aquatic RehabilitationCentral Arizona Fire & Medical AuthorityCentury Painting, LLCChild & Family Support Services, Inc.Crossfit Prescott ValleyEarnhardt Liberty KiaEdward Jones, Danny PruhsEwing IrrigationExpress Electric Co.Forest Villas HotelFuzzyʼs Materials Inc.Good Samaritan Society Prescott ValleyIQue RepairsJamieʼs Waffle ExpressKooiman ConstructionKooiman Realty, LLCKPPV 106.7FM/KQNA 1130AM & 99.9FM/KKYCA Radio StationLas Fuentes Resort VillageLife Line Ambulance Service, Inc.Marilyn Henze - IndividualMoney In the MailMountain Valley Rehabilitation HospitalDarlene Packard – IndividualPhippen MuseumPioneer Title Agency, Inc.Prescott Cardiology/Arizona CardiacPrescott Newspaper, Inc.Prescott Valley Art GuildPrescott Valley Barber ShopPrescott Valley Historical SocietyPrescott Valley FloristPrescott Valley Pet ClinicRenovations

HOME INSPECTIONWolverine Home & Property Inspections, LLCPatty Scrock6201 N. Viewpoint Dr.Prescott Valley, AZ 86314928-308-4630

HEALTH & WELLNESSThe Natural Healing GardenRichard Maranville119 Garden St.Prescott, AZ 86305928-2374116

REAL ESTATEMarcia Tracy Oddo, Realty One GroupMarcia Tracy100 E Sheldon St. Ste. 200Prescott, AZ 86301949-436-1691

Richard Joliet, CPA PLLCRuffner-Wakelin Bradshaw ChapelSleep Disorders Center for PrescottSMARTgirls Resale FashionSolar CityState Farm Ins. Scott Smith AgencySpring Hill SuitesTaco BellTotally FlooredVac & Sew ExpressValpak of Northern AZWells Fargo Bank ArizonaYavapai Food BankYavapai Plumbing & Heating, LLC

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From the Visitor CenterMEMBER SPOTLIGHT

These businesses Celebrated their One Year Anniversary

with the Prescott Valley Chamber

OCTOBER

165 visitors form AK, AR, AZ, CA, DO, FL, IL, KS, MA, MI, MN, OK, PA, TX, VT & WI(10 new residents and 14 relocating to Prescott Valley)2 international visitors from Canada8 relocation packets mailed to AZ, IN, NE, NV, OR & WI

1 Year

The Above and Beyond ClubIn recognition of Chamber businesses giving 10% Above and Beyond their membership dues.

Thank you to: JL Concessions; Bella Luna Beauty Salon & Supply; Northern Arizona Heating & Air; C Marshall & Associates; All Natural Cosmetics; Sages’ Healing Center; State Farm Eric Strobel Agency; Stanley Steemer, Country Bank; PCAC, Inc.; Jebco Construction Company; Yavapai Health & Wellness; Amish Home Décor

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATIONLook at this wonderful Bunch of New Members! Thank you all for coming to our New Member Orientation and thank you Texas Roadhouse for catering lunch!In attendance (The Natrual Healing Garden - Goods From the Garden, Noble Knights Security, Northern Arizona Woodworking, LLC, Northern Ar-izona Suns, Schumachert Tax & Accounting P.C., and Wolverine Home & Property Inspections)

The Total Package has all your handyman needs wrapped up!This company started in 2008 in La Quinta, California. We brought this business with us when we relocated to Prescott Valley one year ago November. We will continue to give clients our Prompt, Honest, Dependable, Fair Priced, and Work Guaranteed

services. In addition we offer free consultations and estimates. If we cannot provide a requested service, we will refer you to a reputable alternative. You can visit our website to see testimonials and photos. Please give a try, you will not be disappointed.

Marine Corp League Copper State Detachment 906

Beads To You

Lutheran Social Services of the South West

YOU ARE PRICELESS TO US!PLATINUM MEMBER - Yavapai Regional Medical Center

GOLD MEMBER - APS

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Holiday Festival of Lights, Parade and Create a Tree DisplayFriday, December 2 4:45 Music by the Coyote Springs Choir5:05 Music by the Bradshaw Mountain Middle School Chorus5:30 Welcome by Mayor Harvey Skoog5:40 Night Before Christmas with Chamber CEO Marnie Uhl5:55 Lighting of the Prescott Valley Civic Center6:00 Night Light Parade Begins6:30 Visit with Santa - PV Civic Center Visit Create-a-Tree in the Library

All proceeds from the sale of trees go back into the community by supplying eye exams and eye glasses to children and adults who cannot afford them as well as meeting other needs of the commu-nity through the Prescott Valley Early Bird Lions Foundation.

DOUGLASFIRS

GRAND FIRS

NOBLE FIRS

Our trees are carefully selected by our grower in Oregon and cut in late November to ensure freshness!

Prescott Valley Early Bird Lions Club

CHRISTMAS TREE SALE November 28 to December 20 (Or until sold out.)Hours: Monday through Friday - 3:00 to 8:00 p.m.Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Join us on December 15, 2016 at noon at the Prescott Valley Chamber of

Commerce Office for the next Hot Topics!

HOT TOPICS

8600 East Valley RoadP.O. Box 26515Prescott Valley, AZ 86312928.772.1714Fax: 928.772.2814Email sieglercpa@hotmail.comwww.sieglercpa.com

Mary Siegler, CPALarry Siegler, CPA

SIEGLER & SIEGLERCPAs, PC

Accounting,Financial andTax Services

“We Make Your Life Less Taxing”

Sharing what is going on and is good in Prescott Valley at Hot Topics on Nov. 10.

BUSINESS INTRO

Speakers included:Gloria Grose, PV Chamber and Jessica Compton, PV Parks and Rec – Holiday Festival of Lights, Parade and Create-a-TreeSharon Neece and Fr. Pierre Henry, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church “Don’t Spend Christmas Alone.”Steve Sams, Wild Turkey Federation Marnie Uhl, PV Chamber “Flying High Turkey Drive”.

Dani Fisher of Clayote Studios (middle) and Jazmin Evenson of Dutch Bros. Coffee (right), were introduced to the Mayor and Town Council at the November 3 meeting by Chamber Business Development Manager Pattrik Daniels.

Winter Ice SkatingThe Town of Prescott Valley and the Prescott Valley Events Center are

planning a full slate of open ice skating, skating instruction, and adult hockey play this winter.

Please visit:prescottvalleyeventcenter.com

or see parks and rec at: pvaz.net for the complete ice skating schedule.

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The weather did not dampen our spirits as a community came to-gether for the 13th annual Flying High Turkey Drive. We joined forces to collect turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner baskets for the less fortunate in our communities at our local Fry’s stores on Nov. 21. A total of 1299 turkeys were collected which included $2,906.77 collected to purchase turkeys and 6,825 lbs. of other food fixings were received.A huge thank you to Fry’s, the National Wild Turkey Federation-Yavapai Yelpers, Yavapai Broadcasting, Central Ari-zona Fire and Medical Authority, Prescott Valley Police Department, the Prescott Valley Ambassadors, Yavapai Food Bank, PV Chamber Board Members, Prescott Valley and Prescott Chambers, Prescott Area Young Professionals, Prescott Fire Depart-ment, Prescott Newspapers Inc, and our very own Turkey Mascot Matt Zurcher.

Valley of Lights Sponsors and Volunteers were treated to dinner and a “Sneak Peek” of Valley of Lights on Nov. 20. Kelly and Jimmy Cabral, Gabbyʼs Grill were the very gracious hosts sponsoring a delicious dinner and great social time. We were happy to see the work that Jeff Shaffer, our Master of Lights had done for the 2016 Valley of Lights.

Sneak Peek Dinner

Flying High Turkey Drive

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Valley of LightsNovember 24

to December 30, 2016Dusk to 10:00 p.m.

Thank You Valley of Lights Sponsors – You Light Up our Lives..Oh So Bright

DISPLAY SPONSORGold Mine McWhite’s North American Van LinesOld Glory Kooiman RealtyOld Glory Yavapai Title AgencyStagecoach, Bunkhouse, BBQ KDDL Radio 94.3FM/Cattle CountrySnowflake Tunnel 93.9FM/The MountainSanta and Sleigh Cable OnePeace on Earth Dove Rummel Eye Care/Rummel OpticalEntry Arch Affinity RV Service, Sales, RentalsTrio of Candles CH2M HillFain’s Enchanted Forest APSElves Construction Sunstate EquipmentElves Working & Playing Town of Prescott ValleyHolly Tunnel KPPV 106.7FM/The MIXHolly Tunnel OneAZ Credit UnionRodeo Yavapai-Prescott Indian TribeRodeo Bucky’s and Yavapai CasinoGolfers Prescott Club at StoneridgeAngel Display Ruffner-Wakelin Bradshaw ChapelNoah’s Ark Shadow Mountain Mini-StorageSanta and Deer Signs PlusSnoopy Fun Oldies 1450/100.9Cinderella Castle & Coach Magic 99.1Gingerbread House with Family Fry’s Food & DrugWise Men Still Seek Him Bradshaw Family Dental Pitzer’s One Hour Air Conditioning/ Ben Franklin PlumbingNativity Scene KKLD 95.9FM/KVRD195.7FM/ KQST 102.9FMCandy Cane Tunnel Universal HomesChristmas Train Gabby’s Grill12 Days of Christmas Budget Mini StorageElves Tossing Gifts Prescott Newspapers, Inc.Reason for the Season Patriot DisposalNorman Rockwell Display Prescott Newspapers, Inc.December 26th Santa Prescott Valley Chamber of CoomerceGiant Holly Wreath with Bow KOLT 107.5FM/Rewind 92.5FM/104.1FM WOLF 96.7FM/Big Talker KBTK 105.1FMIgloo with Penguins Yavapai CASA for Kids Foundation40’ Diameter Wreath AZ TV40’ Diameter Wreath Prescott Valley NurseryToy Soldier Fusion MovementDancing Bears Band KKLD95.9FM/KVRD 105.7FM/ KQST 102.9FMMelting Snowman KQNA 1130AM - Talk of the Qua-CitiesCoyote & Cactus Manzanita LandscapeMenorah Jewish Commnity Foundation of Greater Prescott/Temple B’rith ShalomPatriotic Christmas Tree Dr. Iyad Hamarneh, Dr. Pamela Miel of Arizona OncologyRibbon for Troops/Breast Cancer Dr. Iyad Hamarneh, Dr. Pamela Miel of Arizona Oncology

a-potty and Fryʼs who contributes snacks, water and hot chocolate. Many families work each year as part of their holiday and Christmas traditions.

Valley of Lights can be accesses off Highway 69 to 2nd St and to Fain Park. Admission is free but donations are gratefully accepted. Every bit helps to keep the lights on!

“Valley of Lights…Oh so Bright” Join us for our Prescott Valley Holiday and Christmas destination starting November 24.

Valley of Lightscontinued frompage 1

Thank you to all the volunteers who signed up to man the Valley of Lights donation booth. We so appreciate your time and energy.

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Summary* of 2016 Arizona Minimum Wage & Paid Sick Time Law

PROPOSITION 206Arizona Minimum Wage

1/1/2017—Increases to $10.00 1/1/2018—Increases to $10.50 1/1/2019—Increases to $11.00 1/1/2020—Increases to $12.00 Tipped employee rate will remain $3.00 less than

regular minimum wage.

Arizona Mandatory Paid Sick Time Effective Date: 7/1/2017

Basic Requirements:• Employers with 15+ employees—employees accrue

up to 40 hours of sick pay annually.• Employers with 1 to 14 employees—employees

accrue up to 24 hours of sick pay annually.• Rate of accrual—1 hour of sick pay for every 30

hours worked beginning with first day worked; exempt employees are assumed to work 40 hours a week.

• Employers can require employees to wait 90 days after hire to use sick pay.

• Time off may be taken in the smaller of hour increments or increments that the payroll system uses to account for time off.

Employers: The law applies to all employers, except state and federal government, and “small employers”—those with annual revenue less than $500,000 and not engaged in interstate commerce (very few employers meet this test).

Employees: The law covers all employees; except babysitters and those working for a parent or sibling. There is no minimum hours worked requirement.

Time Off Allowed for the Following Reasons: • Employee or family member of employee has

mental or physical illness, injury, health condition; or needs preventative care or a medical diagnosis;

• Closure of employee’s place of business or child’s school due to a public health emergency; or,

• Absence due to domestic violence, sexual violence, abuse or stalking of employee or employee’s family member.

Family Member Definition:• Child, parent, spouse, domestic partner, grandparent,

grandchild, sibling, and any person related by blood

or affinity whose close association with employee is the equivalent of a family relationship.

• The family member definitions also include adopted, foster, and step-relations; a person who acted as a parent, although not related; and family members of employee’s spouse or domestic partner.

Unused Sick Leave:• Carries over year to year (up to 40 or 24 hour annual

maximum).• No requirement to pay unused sick pay if the

employee’s employment ends, but if the employee is rehired within 9 months, unused sick pay must be reinstated.

Submitted by Laura J. Hamblin, Attorney & HR Consultant, 928-308-8394* This is a summary only. Refer to the Industrial Commission of Arizona or consult with an attorney for more specific information. Employers can provide employees with more generous wage and paid sick time programs, as long as the pay or sick time programs meet the minimum requirements of the law.

Day Date Opponent TimeSat. Dec 3, 2016 Reno 7:00PMWed. Dec. 7, 2016 Rio Grand V. 6:30PMFri. Dec. 9, 2016 Rio Grande V. 7:00PMSat. Dec. 10, 2016 Iowa 7:00PMWed. Dec. 14, 2016 Santa Cruz 6:30PMSun. Dec. 18, 2016 Texas 3:00PMFri. Dec. 23, 2016 Oklahoma City 7:00PMFri. Jan. 6, 2017 Canton 7:00PMTues. Jan. 10, 2017 Oklahoma City 6:30PMSat. Jan. 14, 2017 Grand Rapids 7:00PMWed. Feb. 1, 2017 Salt Lake City 6:30PMSat. Feb. 4, 2017 Santa Cruz 7:00PMWed. Feb. 22, 2017 Windy City 6:30PMSun. Feb. 26, 2017 Los Angeles 3:00PMWed. Mar. 1, 2017 Raptors 6:30PMFri. Mar. 3, 2017 Los Angeles 7:00PMSun. Mar. 12, 2017 Sioux Falls 5:00PMWed. Mar. 15, 2017 Fort Wayne 6:30PM

Northern Arizona SunsWatch all the Home Games at the Prescott Valley Event Center!

NAZ

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MEMBER NEWS - TOOT YOUR HORNNFP Insurance- TOYS FOR TOTS: Drop off Location @ 7120 E. Pav Way, #105 Christmas is not so much about opening presents, as opening our hearts! Feeling the urge to spread some Christmas cheer around, bringing joy to less fortunate children in your community? Maybe youʼve been placed into more of a “helpful” type of role financially this year or maybe you happen to have some extra cash to buy a new toy that will light up a childʼs face. Help NFP Insurance along with Toys for Tots to make this Christmas season a lot merrier and bright for an overabundance of thankful, smiling children! Bring your new, unwrapped toy for a Newborn – 12yr. old Boy/Girl during office hours Mon-Thur: 8-5pm & Fri: 8-4:30pm until Friday, December 16th. Questions, ask for Valerie at 928-775-3430.

~Let us remember that the Christmas heart is a giving heart, a wide open heart that thinks of others first. ~

Bearizona is hosting their second annual Wild Wonderland event which starts this weekend. Patrons to Wild Wonderland are sure to get in Christmas spirit while enjoying the magic of Bearizona at night.This family friendly event allows visitors to enter the park after normal op-erating hours and takes place in the Fort Bearizona walk through portion of the park only.Guests will enjoy the lights and sounds of the season while strolling through the beautifully lit pine trees that are synchronized to traditional Christmas music. This merry light show occurs every half hour. Other festivities include a nightly visit from Mrs. Claus for a special Storytime, plenty of photo ops, and a couple of the parkʼs sturdier critters stay up late to enjoy the cooler nights and will even get the chance to open their Christmas presents early! Bearizonaʼs program animals are eager to participate in the seasonʼs festivi-ties as well, and will be out for all to meet.Guests can stay warm by the outdoor fire pit while roasting símores, or pur-chase a Christmas goodie or seasonal beverage while they peruse the gift shop filled with plenty of gifts ideas to finish off your Christmas shopping.Wild Wonderland is held every Friday Saturday and Sunday evening in De-cember. Then beginning Dec. 19 it runs every night through the 31, but is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas.More information can be found at www.bearizona.com and make sure to get your 50% discount tickets on Groupon.

Credit Union West, based in Glendale, Arizona, announced that it has reached an agreement with Desert Medical Federal Credit Union to merge operations following recent approval from the Desert Medical Federal Credit Union Membership and Board of Directors. The combined entity will go forward under the Credit Union West banner once the merger is completed, which is projected to be December 1, 2016.Credit Union West is one of the largest credit unions in the Southwest with over $600 million in assets and over 60,000 members nationwide. For 65 years, Credit Union West has served the employees, family members and retirees of the Luke Air Force Base community. Most Recently, Credit Union West has expanded to serve the employees and their families of the John C. Lincoln Health Network and other regional health care providers. Desert Medical Federal Credit Unionʼs main sponsors are the HonorHealth network in the greater Phoenix area. Through the merger Credit Union West will gain approximately 2,000 members and assets of $10 million.According to Bob MacGregor, President and Chief Executive Officer at Credit Union West. “This merger makes sense for a number of reasons. First, it is synergistic with our legacy of serving the healthcare professional community. Second, we will realize increased economies of scale helping

reduce our costs and strengthening our financial value proposition to our members. And third, we will increase our presence and access for our members in the east valley where HonorHealth network operates.”

Dorn Homes Takes Home the SilverSilver Award Winners Announced for Building Industry s̓ Premier Award ShowThe National Home Builder has announced Silver Award Winners for The Nationals, the building industryís most prestigious award.Dorn Homes has been honored with two Silver Awards. Shari Morton was recognized for excellence in her role as the Dorn Homes Online Home Advisor. The Organic Home received the Silver award for Best Promotion of a Green/Sustainable Program.“The Nationals are the most prestigious awards of their kind, setting the benchmark for innovations in new home design, marketing and sales,” said Meredith Oliver, chairperson of the Nationals. “NAHBʼs commitment to recognizing originality, imagination and success has been exemplified by its award winners since the competitionʼs inception.”During a three-day judging process, a panel of 7 industry professionals from across the country determined the recipients of each award from over 1,100 entries. Silver Award Winners are the top vote recipients in each category, and are finalists for the Gold Award to be presented in January 2017.“Congratulations to Shari Morton, one of our Online Home Advisors, for winning this prestigious award.” says Jim Gunby, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Dorn Homes, “We are very proud of Shari, and are happy to see her efforts acknowledged by the homebuilding industry. Shari has helped to build the Online Home Advisor program at Dorn Homes over the past 2 years, and during that time has helped hundreds of people find their brand new home. Her passion and enthusiasm for helping homeowners has not gone unnoticed.”“Our marketing team is excited to be recognized by the NAHB for the promotion of The Organic Home.” states Sarah Simmerman, Marketing Director at Dorn Homes, ìReceiving this award means that we were able to effectively communicate all of the amazing features we include in our homes and the health benefits that they provide to our homeowners.”“We were already building a well-built and energy efficient home,” contin-ues Sarah, “it just made sense to take it one step further and create a healthy home. We are proud to offer our homeowners peace of mind, knowing that their home was built the way it should be.”Gold Awards in each category will be presented as part of the International Builders ̓Show, the awards ceremony on January 10th at Hyatt Regency.To learn more about Dorn Homes and The Organic Home, visit www.dornhomes.com.

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SAFETY FIRST - Distracted WalkingIncreasingly, people who text while they are walking

or who are playing games, listening to music or reading on their mobile devices are falling down stairs, tripping over curbs or stepping into traffic, according to recent reports.

Published articles regarding distracted walking has prompted an awareness campaign that was launched by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.

A year ago, market research company Ipsos conducted a national survey that asked participants their perceptions of distracted walking. Nearly 40% said they had witnessed a distracted walking incident, and 26% said theyʼve been in an incident themselves.

Emergency-room hospital visits for injuries involving distracted pedestrians on cellphones more than doubled between 2004 and 2010.

But while 76% of U.S. adults believe distracted walking is a “serious” issue, most place the blame on others. Some 74% of Americans say “other people” are usually or always walking while distracted, while only 29% say the same about themselves.

Because distracted walking has become a real thing,

some insurance carriers are suggesting that employers create formal policies to address distracted walking as part of a policy on the appropriate use of personal devices in the workplace.

CopperPoint MutualInsurance Company

Federal Court Blocks Department of Labor Rule Increasing Minimum Salary LevelFor Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce, by Laura Hamblin, JD, SPHR (928-308-8394) 11/28/2016

Last week, a federal judge in Texas put the brakes on the Department of Laborʼs (DOL̓ s) new federal overtime rule, which would have more than doubled the minimum salary level for exemption from overtime pay to $47,476 per year and would have automatically adjusted it every three years beginning in 2020. The rule was supposed to go into effect December 1, 2016. The current minimum salary level of $23,660 ($455 week) will stay in place until the issue is resolved.

So, whatʼs an employer to do?At this time, employers do not need to implement

changes by the December 1, 2016 deadline. As the le-gal process unfolds, the court could allow the rule to go forward, it could be blocked permanently or revised by the legislature or incoming administration. Be aware, there is a risk that the rule could be applied retroac-tively to 12/1/2016.

Employers who have already complied with the rule might want to consider leaving their decisions in place. As a practical matter, it might create significant morale problems if employers withhold salary increases after communicating them to employees. In that case, itʼs probably best to proceed. But, if employees were go-ing to be changed from salaried to hourly-paid without otherwise affecting their net pay, employers should weigh the pros and cons of proceeding with the change or sticking with their current pay practice. Of course, be sure to promptly communicate any changes and the reason for the changes to the employees.

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Business After Hours MixerProviding Networking Opportunities and Business Contacts

POWER HOUR LUNCHOliva’s was the host for the Chamber’s Nov. 1 Power Hour lunch. Networking and making new business contacts was on the menu in addition to enjoying great Mexican food.Next Power Hour lunch will be on December 6 at Cracker Barrel.

YEI Antelope Point – Eastridge was the host for the Chamberʼs Nov. 9 Business after Hours mixer.

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RIBBON CUTTINGS

Save the Date

✖ QUARTERLY BREAKFASTTuesday, January 24 – 7 a.m.

StoneRidge GrillPrescott Valley Economic

Development Update – A Team Effort!

PRESCOTT FARMERʼS MARKETPrescott Farmerʼs Market celebrates the opening of its Prescott Valley Winter Market with a Chamber Ribbon Cutting. The Market is open every Tuesday (11/15-4/25) from 3-6pm in the Harkins Theatre Parking lot in Prescott Valley.Stop buy and enjoy some of the wonderful local produce and food. Visit www.prescottfarmersmarket.org for more details.

MINARD-AMES INSURANCEMinard-Ames Insurance celebrated their Chamber membership with a ribbon cutting on November 22. Agent Stephanie Gibson and Vice President Blake Johnson represented the company and cut the ribbon. Visit them online atwww.insurica.com or call at 928-710-1408Pictured - CEO Marnie Uhl, Blake Johnson, Vice President, Stephanie Gibson, Agent, Mayor Har-vey Skoog, Business Development Manager Pattrik Daniels and the Chamber Ambassadors.

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Email: gloria@pvchamber.orgSupplement mailed with newsmagazine each month and posted to our web site newsletter.

FREE NOTARY SERVICEMarnie Uhl, Notary Public

Gloria Grose, Notary Public

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Mixer Hosts

December 14National Bank and AARP2825 N. Glassford Hill Rd., PV

January 6, 2017Northern Arizona SunsPrescott Valley Event Center

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We would like to take this opportunity to thank our 2016 Mixer hosts for opening their businesses to Prescott Valley Chamber members with their gracious hospitality.

Prescott Area Young Professionals invite you to join in for our meet and greet mixers.

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Holiday PartySat., December 17 – 6pmCapital Canyon ClubSee our website for directions.

Chamber CEO Marnie Uhl joined the Salvation Army at the Prescott Gateway Mall for their kickoff to the Red Kettle Season on Nov. 18. Marnie and Prescott Chamber CEO Dave Maurer had a friendly competi-tion to see who could ring the best bell and raise more money. Looks like Marnie is feeding the kettle. Look for Red Kettles around the community during the Christmas and Holiday season and support the Salvation Army.

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ADVERTISING / MARKETING/

GRAPHIC DESIGN Bradshaw Mountain Promotions 928- 308-5781 Excellent customer service. 10% off suppliers’ regular catalog pricing. Ask about specials!

Designs with Hope 9951 E. Arrowhead * PV * 899-6995 20% off design services: logo’s, business cards, ads, web, social media, and more Employment Network Magazine P.O. Box 2930 * Prescott * 771-8527 10% off banner ad.

Proforma Quality Imaging 1458 Silver King Circle * Prescott * 708-9928 Free artwork setup and 10% off first order. Money in the Mail PO Box 12825, Prescott 928-830-5208 Buy 3 get 1 FREE (25% off)

AUTOMOTIVE Buy Tires Wholesale 8891 E. Valley Road * PV * 772-7720 5% discount on any services or purchases under $500.00, 10% discount on services or purchases over $500.00. Big O Tires Prescott Valley 7690 E. Highway 69 * PV * 772-1176 $5.00 off lube and oil/tire rotation; 15% off all service. Guaranteed trade in on all tire purchases. Lamb Auto Group 440 Prescott Lakes Parkway * Prescott * (866) 377-0921 10% off service.

Sun Valley Tire & Auto Service 8337 E. Highway 69 * PV * 772-9118 Syn-blend full service oil change w/rotation $13.99, 5 quarts 5-30. Free mounting and balance with tire purchase. 50% off alignment.

AWARDS / TROPHIES

Purple Sage Embroidery & Engraving P.O. Box 26398 * PV * 772-3510 Free set-up on first order; 10% off all orders; 20% off set-up charge on first embroidery order.

BARBERSHOP/SALON

Prescott Valley Barbershop 7840 E. Highway 69 * PV * 775-4399 20% off all products. BLINDS/WINDOW COVERING Budget Blinds of Northern Arizona 25% off this month 928-772-4407

CHIROPRACTIC Prescott Valley Chiropractic 3088 N. Robert Road * PV * 775-0522 Free initial consultation & 1/2 off x-rays, if needed.

CHURCHES / WORSHIP Lifepointe at Bradshaw Mountain 10100 E. Highway 69 * PV * 772-1360 Upon first visit, receive a free sermon recording.

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COMPUTER SERVICES 21st Century Computer Solutions, Inc. P.O. Box 27304 * PV * 759-8933 15% off services for Chamber members. Tekamba Computers, LLC 458-5260 15% off Services for Chamber members.

CPR/FIRST AID

New Life 1555 Iron Springs Rd. #7 Prescott 445-5024 $100.00 off Philips AEDs

DENTAL SERVICES

Dalton Family Dentistry 8066 E Florentine Rd. 772-2474 7% discount on all dental treatments, not to be combined with any other discount.

DUCT SEALING Arrowseal 5101 N. Squaw Drive * PV * 925-5353 $200 off of duct sealing process

ELECTRICAL Express Electrical Co. 928-202-6486 A one time 10% discount off any service we provide. Large or small on labor only.

EVENT DESIGN & PROMOTIONS

Southwest Event Design Co. 928-515-9333 Prescott Valley Free Thirty minute Event Design Consultation We welcome both Private Occasions & Corporate Affairs

EYE CARE Antone Optical 7840 E. Highway 69, Ste. A-5a * PV * 775-9393 20% off our already affordable eyeglass and sunglass prices.

Rummel Optical 2517 Great Western Drive * PV * 772-6246 20% off any regular priced eyewear, including non-prescription Designer Sun Wear. FLORIST Prescott Valley Florist 3071 N Robert Rd. Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 772-9640 10% off purchases

FOUNDRY Bronzesmith Fine Art Gallery & Foundry 7331 E. 2nd Street * PV * 772-2378 Free on-site art consultation in your home or office.

FITNESS Anytime Fitness 6715 E. 2nd Street, Unit A * PV * 443-5701 50% off signup fee.

Islands Fitness 3155 N. Windsong Drive, #A * PV * 759-2271 Our lowest corporate rate discount for all Chamber members.

Curves for Women of Prescott Valley 8008 E. Yavapai Road., #D * PV * 775-5750 1 month free or exchange for $0 service fee.

FLOORING Primera Carpet One/Prescott Granite 7785 E. Highway 69, #B * PV * 772-6310 10% off purchases.

Heritage Interiors 9101 E. Florentine Road * PV * 772-2580 Builders’ pricing on all material and labor.

FUNERAL SERVICES

Ruffner-Wakelin Bradhaw Chapel 8480 E. Valley Road * PV * 772-2296 10% discount when pre-arranging a funeral.

Sunrise Funeral Home 8167 E. Highway 69 * PV * 772-7475 10% off all services.

MEMBER TO MEMBER

DISCOUNT PROGRAM December 2016

An exclusive benefit for members of the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce

GOLF COURSE

Prescott Golf & Country Club 1030 Prescott Country Club Blvd. * Dewey * 775-3941 Free bucket of practice range balls with round of golf.

HEALTH BENEFITS

TLC Employee Benefits 3767 Karicio Lane, #A * Prescott * 442-9800 Free employee benefit/consultation review.

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

Indian Air 8933 E. Laredo Dr., Unit B * PV * 772-8890 10% off entire service invoice or a $500.00 Instant Rebate on the purchase of a new Heating/Cooling System.

Moyer’s Heating & Cooling, Inc. 8146 E. Ashley Drive * PV * 772-4346 $10.00 off service repair call & $25.00 referral credit good towards your next service call or ticket.

HOME / HEALTH CARE SERVICES

New Horizons Disability Empowerment Center 8085 E. Manley Drive * PV * 772-1266 Free facility ADA accessibility survey or disa-bility job accommodations.

Sleep Disorders Center of Prescott Valley 3259 N. Windsong Drive, #A * PV * 772-6422 Free phone consultation for insomnia, sleep apnea, snoring problems.

Home Improvement The Total Package 928-350-8633 20 % off on services

HOTEL / MOTEL

Comfort Suites of Prescott Valley 2601 N. Crown Pointe Drive * PV * 771-2100 20% off our best available rate. No blackout dates or restrictions. Based upon availability.

Arizona Inn 7875 E. Highway 69 * PV * 772-8600 20% off. Hampton Inn Prescott 3453 Ranch Drive * Prescott * 445-5500 10% discount. HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT Paychex, Inc. 16404 North Black Canyon Hwy (623) 986-9544 $200.00 activation fee waived and 15%discount off payroll services.

JANITORIAL

Tri– City Gleam Team 3434 N Tower Rd. Prescott Valley,, AZ 86314 15% off for Chamber members.

LANDSCAPE MATERIALS Fuzzy’s Materials 8200 Long Mesa Drive * PV * 775-4128 1-10% discount per food item donated to Yavapai Food Bank on purchase of 10 tons or more of decorative rock. Earthworks Garden Supply 2531 N Hwy 89 Chino Valley, AZ 86323 636-3972 10%off any trees or shrubs.

LEGAL SERVICES T.F.C. Estate & Document Service 3071 N. Robert Road, #G * PV * 772-5494 10% discount on documents prepared.

MAIL SERVICE

The UPS Store 7760 E. Hwy. 69, Ste. C-5 * PV * 772-0000 10% off products and services (excluding UPS and USPS products and services).

MAP PUBLSIHER Tri City Map 418 Dunn Dr. –Prescott—710-2509 5% discount for new members, 10% discount for current advertisers.

MORTGAGE COMPANIES OneAZ Credit Union 7111 Pav Way * PV * 777-6152 Receive $125.00 off closing costs.

MOVERS McWhite’s North American Van Lines 7450 E. 2nd Street * PV * 772-9854 Various discounts on local, interstate and intrastate moving.

NATURE CENTER Highlands Center for Natural History 1375 S. Walker Road * Prescott * 776-9550 Free wildscaping booklet with your first paid program registration.

OFFICE EQUIPMENT

Pro Copy Office Solutions 1963 Commerce Center Circle * 925-3648 20% discount on all copy, print, scan and fax equipment

PAINTING Century Painting, LLC 697 N. 6th Street, #304 * Prescott * 778-2374 $25.00 gift certificate to restaurant of your choice.

PEST CONTROL Orkin Pest Control 724 N. Industrial Drive, #7-B * Camp Verde * 775-8772 1/3 off initial service for member businesses or residences.

Sexton Home & Commercial Services 8028 E. Highway 69 * PV * 772-4603 $30.00 off initial service

PET SERVICES

Kennel Kamp Village 9049 E. Florentine Road * PV * 759-8181 10% discount

REAL ESTATE

Kathy Renken, HomeSmart Fine Homes & Land 1622 Thimble Lane * PV 928-713-6292 Write or call for a free Home Buyer’s or Home Seller’s Handbook.

Sandra Shaffer, Associate Broker, Arizona Commercial 1401 Prescott Lakes Parkway * Prescott * 899-3111 $350.00 paid towards your closing costs at COE.

Paula A. Smith, Realtor, ReMax Mountain Properties 731 W. Gurley Street * Prescott * 899-8060 Free home protection plan for sellers or buyers-$350 value

RECYCLING Iron Man Recycling 928-541-9345 Dewey Receive an additional 5 cents per lb. on all recyclables delivered to our facility.

RESTAURANTS / CATERING

Wildflower Bread Company 3250-424 Gateway Boulevard * Prescott * 717-1700 Free dessert tray with any catering order of $75.00 or more.

RETAIL

Costco 3911 Hwy 69 * Prescott * 541-2204 Receive up to $20 Cash Card for new business or Gold Star Members Sam’s Club 5757 E. St. Route 69 * PV * 778-5042 $10 gift card with a new sign up or renewal membership

CONSIGNMENT SMARTgirls Resale Fashion 6616 E. 2nd Street #F * PV * 772-1227 Receive 10% discount on regular priced items.

Member to Member Discounts

They Work,

SCREEN PRINTING Pine Needle Promotions 6444 E. Highway 69 * PV * 778-2433 One free T-shirt per dozen on orders over 24. Great customer service all the time!

SOCIAL MEDIA/NEWSLETTER Chatter Squirrel Social Media Solutions 866-655-5858 10% off social media and newsletter services

SPAS / HOT TUBS Arizona Spas 6947 E. 1st Street * PV * 775-9884 Free spa luxury accessory upgrade with spa pur-chase,10% off retail pricing. STORAGE Budget Mini Storage 6701 E. 2nd Street * PV * 759-9595 5800 Fulton Drive * PV * 772-6900 8500 E. Long Mesa Drive * PV * 775-4595 9101 E. Valley Road * PV * 772-6464 One FREE lock with rental of any unit.

THRIFT STORE

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 1061 Commerce Drive * Prescott * 771-1777 $3.00 off purchase of $10.00 or more.

Hope’s Attic Thrift Store 8881 E. Valley Road * PV * 772-5007 20% off purchase of $5.00 or more. $3.00 off purchase of $10.00 or more.

Stepping Stones Thrift 7465 E. 1st Street * PV * 772-8717 Free discount coupons with $10.00 purchase or more.

TOURS/CHARTERS/TRAVEL

AAA Arizona 172 E. Sheldon St * Prescott * 86301 541-8600 $15.00 off new membership.

WATER

Arrowhead Mountain Spring Water 1030 Sandretto Drive, Ste. C * Prescott * 771-1595 10% discount on water, no set-up fee. Free water with one-year contract.

WATCH REPAIR Prescott Trade Shop 8690 E. Highway 69 * PV—778-5814 10% off watch repair or engraving for new customers

Member to Member Discounts Save You $$$$

and Build Chamber Camaraderie!

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Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce 7120 Pav Way, Suite #102 Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

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