CHAMBER WEEKLY NEWS - May 16, 2007
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CHAMBER BUSINESS
MAY'S NEWSLETTER IS ONLINE! CLICK HERE
BBQ Details, Thank-You's & Pictures! Cook-Off Winners! 2007 Mixer
Schedule, Monthly Meeting Calendar & More! Event Flyers: Papa Joe's
Party House, Rock/Float Memorial Day Event, May 6th Guadapalooza,
May's Business After-Hours Mixer Flyer
BBQ Cook-Off Awards: View May's Newsletter!
"Looking at the Lake"
THURSDAY @ 1:00 PM 1420 AM Radio KGNB
Sponsor: Rockin' R River Rides
Rockin 'R' River Rides offers raftin', toobin', canoein', caterin' and
campin' at five locations. The only outfitter in New Braunfels with
locations on both the Guadalupe and Comal rivers. Rockin 'R' provides
the ultimate experience for the first-time "toober" or seasoned
rafter. Camping and boating supplies, group packages, team building
river ropes courses and free advice on river trips!
800-555FLOAT ~ rockinr.com ~ roc...@rockinr.com
Chamber Business After Hours Mixer
HANCOCK PLAZA
Lakeside Realty, Jazzy's, Parziale's Pizzeria
Next Tuesday, MAY 22nd @ 6:00 PM
Join us to welcome new members!
Network, cash drawing, door prizes,
Food & spirits and more!
Free 90-Day Banner Ad Drawing
18200 FM 306
$2 Admission
We're participating in this year's KLRN's Blazing Gavels Auction! In
addition, if our area businesses donate a total of 27 items or gift
certificates, each valued at $100 or more, 'Canyon Lake' will enjoy
enhanced promotion for an entire evening that otherwise or
independently wouldn't be affordable! For each night we can provide
27 donations, we will receive TV air time. June 12 is 'Canyon Lake'
evening for answering phones! Volunteers Needed!
Put your heads and your offerings together to build special deals!
Our community will receive extensive on-air exposure before KLRN's
2,000,000 viewers in 30 counties
throughout South Central Texas!
This cannot happen without YOU! Folks joining in so far are:
Little Goose Lake Haus
Canyon Lake Ranch
Rio Raft & Resort
Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce
Rockin R River Rides
Barnside Lodging
Rockin MJ Ranch Bed & Breakfast
Firefly Inn Bed & Breakfast
Kuebler-Waldrip Haus Bed & Breakfast
The Mermaid's Cove
American Eagle Nest Bed & Breakfast
Hideout on the Horseshoe
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Hill Country
Please consider the great results this group effort could produce!
For more information contact the Chamber or Katherine Warmack in
KLRN's Auction Department at 210-270-9000 or 800-627-8193, ext. 2305.
LODGING MEMBERS: Please send your vacancies to us.
We are tracking vacancies for the season. Memorial Day Weekend calls
are coming in for lodging vacancies. Email often to
ad...@canyonlakechamber.com, or call 964.2223. Have a great season!
Canyon Lake Business Network Sessions have been temporarily suspended
for the summer months and will return in September to run monthly
September - February. During this hiatus we will be collecting topics
of interest for the future meetings. Please send your ideas for
topics to ad...@canyonlakechamber.com. This next phase of meetings
will be bigger and better, so plan to join us again in September!
Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce
9th Annual BBQ Cook-off
Folks we missed!
In Kind Sponsor: Commemorative Air Force - BBQ Supplies
Auction Donors: Sattler Artisans' Alley, GreensKeeper Inn, Anastasi
Automotive, West Haven Academy of Karate, Canyon Lake Views.
Volunteers: Jim Inman, Clem Smith.
"Looking at the Lake" KGNB 1420 AM Radio Show
Thursdays @ 1:00 PM
Sponsors receive a dedicated 8-minute spot on the air
at the low Chamber Rate of $150, and inclusion in Chamber Media.
Limited sponsorship spots available: JUNE or JULY
Talk about YOUR business to a captivated, listening audience of
65,000!
These folks that listen also TALK to others about what they hear!
Well into our second year of broadcasting weekly, the Chamber's weekly
radio show, "Looking at the Lake", airs each Thursday at 1:00 PM.
Listen this week! Secure your sponsorship spot before it is too
late! Sponsors receive a full 8 minutes dedicated to their business,
per show, plus recognition in other Chamber media. If you are
interested, contact Jaynellen Ladd, Executive Director of Canyon Lake
Chamber of Commerce, at 964-2223.
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ATTENTION, MEMBERS! Visit our online Business Directory to review
your account AND consider advertising in multiple categories. We add
new categories, as necessary, and the annual rate for an additional
category is only $10! Some of you have added new features to your
businesses, as well, and may now fit in additional categories. Review
the categories below to see what you're missing!
Recently added categories: Art, Cleaning Services, Cabinets,
Conference Center/Retreat, Costume Fabrication, Embroidery/Screening,
Horseback Riding, Meeting & Party Facilities, Painting, Water
Treatment, Window Tinting, Window Treatment.
Accounting
Advertising
Air Conditioning/Heating
Airport
Appraisal
Architecture
Art
Attorney/Legal
Auction
Automotive
Bank/Financial
Bar/Full Liquor Bar
Builder/Contractor
Building Supplies
Cab Company
Cabinets
Carpets
Catering
Chamber of Commerce
Chiropractic
Church
Cleaning Services
Computer
Conference Center/Retreat
Construction
Consulting
Costume Fabrications
Custom Building
Day Care
Dental
Developer
Distributor
Embroidery/Screening
Emergency Services
Entertainment/Recreation
Fencing
Fishing/Bait/Tackle
Fishing Guides
Florist
Government
Graphic Design
Greeting Cards
Groceries
Hardware
Health/Fitness
Horseback Riding
Meeting & Party Facilities
Insurance
Landscaping
Laundry
Liquor
Lodging/Campground/RV
Mail/Postage/Shipping
Marina/Yacht Clubs
Massage Therapy
Media/News
Medical
Mortgage Services
Museum
Music
Newspaper
Office Equipment
Organizations
Outfitter/Water Recreation
Painting
Patio/Porch/Deck
Payroll Services
Pest Control
Plumbing
Printing
Property Maintenance
Property Management
Real Estate
Rentals
Restaurant
Roofing
Salon/Spa
Satellite/TV
Schools/Education
Seamstress
Septic Systems
Shopping/Retail
Signs
Sport
Storage
Tax Service
Telecommunications
Title Company
Tourism/Entertainment
Upholstery
Utilities
Veterinarian/Animals
Water Treatment
Web Design
Window Tinting
Window Treatment
~ PRESS RELEASE ~
Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce
2007 Survey Results Report
The Economic Development Committee of the Canyon Lake Chamber of
Commerce procured advice from the Texas Economic Development Council
and PEC to see how to kick-start development programs for the
committee. The committee developed a community survey for the purpose
of gauging opinions on what types of businesses we do not have and to
develop a program of work.
The survey was conducted from mid February through March 31, 2007.
2,000 surveys were printed and distributed by committee members and
chamber staff to churches, restaurants, supermarkets, banks and
retailers. Articles in the Canyon Lake Times Guardian, on the
Chamber's website and membership e-mails gave information on the
survey. Just less than 200 surveys were completed and submitted.
The survey posed only five questions with space for personal
comments. Questions included were:
What kind of businesses do you think we need to attract to the Canyon
Lake Area?
Choices were: Medical Clinics/Pharmacies, Supermarkets, Restaurants/
Retail, Hotels/Lodging, Automatic Car Wash, Apartments/Condominiums,
and Indoor Entertainment/Recreation.
The majority of the participants chose all of the above, with almost
all including additional comments on the need for this business
community to attract a large supermarket and whole foods style
supermarkets, franchise fast food restaurants, hospital or a doctor's
plaza with emergency services, pharmacies, quality dining venues, auto
parts stores, movie theatres, bowling and more entertainment for kids.
Would you do business with them and shop locally?
Approximately 90% said yes and those who didn't commented they would
if the prices remained competitive.
What would be the best location for these businesses?
The majority suggested a centralized place for all Canyon Lake
residents to reach. Most suggested Hwy 306 and close to Sattler and
Startzville.
Although the Chamber neither supports nor is against incorporation of
any community, we also wanted to gauge the interest of residents who
would like to attend an informational meeting and to give them an
opportunity to ask questions to a qualified professional concerning
incorporation.
Would you attend/participate in an information meeting on "The Pros &
Cons of Incorporating?"
One of every four surveys filled showed interest in attending such a
meeting.
What day of the week and time of day can you attend?
Most chose weekday evenings.
Additional comments included the need for medical facilities that are
centralized for Canyon Lake, an HEB, more fast foods like chicken or
pizza places, activities for teenagers. Several mentions of how
residents would like to see local retail and restaurants stay open
later. Some mentioned that we should keep the area as it is, having
moved here because of how it is.
The Chamber Board is working to prioritize what is important to our
citizens and members and the Economic Development Committee is putting
together a three subcommittee model to work on Business Development,
Business Attraction and Tourism Attraction. Detailed information will
be available for serious prospective businesses through our Executive
Director Jaynellen Ladd at the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce
office.
The Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce Board and Economic Development
Committee would like to thank all the survey participants for their
expressions and time contribution.
More community surveys are planned by the Chamber in the near future
that will have a more extensive distribution and collection process.
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The Chamber's July Business After-Hours Mixer July's Mixer contributes
to the Serve & Protect Program and this year's recipients are the
Constables from Districts 1 & 4, Shane Rapp & Ben Scroggin. The
Constables are pondering their highest needs. Defibrillators and
enhanced radar devices top the list. These two fine gentlemen patrol
Canyon Lake and the Guadalupe River areas for our community. Each
year Cathy Wingert of Wingert Insurance Agency challenges all other
insurance companies to meet or exceed her contribution, so watch for
upcoming details about that! Last year the Sheriff's Office &
Officers received over $4,900 from the Serve & Protect Program that
purchased digital cameras for each patrol car, eliminating the sharing
of a few cameras among them all. That contribution was greatly
appreciated! Please keep this program in mind as July approaches.
The Chamber has a MASCOT! And, there's something's fishy about all
this! Did you see it yet? KEEP YOUR EYES OUT! Do you want to help?
Find out more by calling Jaynellen Ladd, 830.964.2223 Get involved in
some extra fun!
A Big Thanks to Keith Obeck & LOCAL BOYS LAWN CARE & PRESSURE WASHING
who generously donate their time and services to keep the Chamber's
lawn looking spiffy! Contact Keith for your lawn care and pressure
washing needs today at 210.380.7883 or 830.964.5684.
kob...@satx.rr.com
A HUGE THANK YOU to Linda Epley, Elouise Lewis and Conne Zidek for
cleaning up our storage building even more today! Ya'll are great!
NEW MEMBERS
HEALING HANDS MASSAGE STUDIO & ART GALLERY
Lisa Ansley
410 Simon Crest
Canyon Lake, Texas 78133
Massage studio and art gallery.
COLDWELL BANKER D'ANN HARPER REALTORS/MAGGIE BERRY
Maggie Berry
532 S. Seguin Avenue
New Braunfels, Texas 78130
MaggieBerryRealtor.com
Realtor services personalized for your real estate needs.
UNITED TITLE OF TEXAS
Cindy McNutt & Tracy Kormendy
7790 Hwy 281 North, Suite 202
Spring Branch, Texas 78070
cmc...@uttco.com; www.uttco.com
Title Insurance Company. Located at the entrance of the River Crossing
subdivision in the Genesis Building on the First Floor.
CANYON LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
Jodi Gephart & Cheryl Koury
8555 FM 32
Fischer, Texas 78623
830.221.2000 (temp #)
Comalisd.org
The new Canyon Lake High School is located at the corner of FM 32 & FM
3424.
HR JUMPY JUMP
Krista McNamara & Robert Black
10810 Buckskin Spur
San Antonio, Texas 78254
clm...@gvtc.com; hrjumpyjump.com
Inflatable rentals throughout the Canyon Lake and San Antonio areas.
NEWS * NEWS * NEWS
Visit our Business Directory for more information on businesses listed
in this email!
All Boat Ramps are OPEN. For a map of boat ramps, click here: BOAT
RAMP MAP. Visit our website for fishing outfitters, boat rentals and
cruises, and other related activities. Stop by for current fishing
reports! Visit our website for a color boat ramp map.
Release refers to the amount of water being released from Canyon Lake
Reservoir into the Lower Guadalupe River in CFS (Cubic Feet per
Second). The Upper Guadalupe River is NOT affected by Canyon Lake.
The Upper River is affected by rainfall only.
Please Note: To confirm river flow downstream from the Dam, check with
our local outfitters.
WATER STRATEGIES TASK FORCE is a committee that has been around since
1993 consisting of those agencies and stake holders that have the
expertise and/or the authority to implement and communicate consensus
based information/talking points/media advisories about the lake
levels and river flow. This task force is chaired by the County
Judge. Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce is represented here by
Jaynellen Ladd, Executive Director. After meeting today, a summer
plan was put in place regarding lake levels and river flow. Another
meeting is schedule for June, re-evaluating the summer plan. Watch
here for weekly updates. Water release during two holiday periods
(Memorial Weekend and July 4th - June 29 - July 8) will be 250 - 300
cfs, for tourists visiting the area. This Task Force also requested a
similar flow for the outfitters busiest season, which is July 15 -
August 15. This plan for controlled river flow releases are based on
weather conditions.
The Water Strategies Task Force committee is developing a press
release kicking off the start to a fantastic summer before Memorial
Weekend. We are looking for a few people who would be interested in
being an area representative to talk about and relay information
directly to the media in an impartial and positive manner. A free
training class about presenting to the media is being held next
Tuesday, May 22 at 7:30 AM. Ideally, it would be great to have two
representatives from the lake area and two from the river area.
Please call Jaynellen Ladd for more information at 830.964.2223.
US COAST GUARD AUXILIARY FLOTILLA 8CR 7-04 will be participating in
the community by informing boaters about boating safety. Be at Cranes
Mill Marina's Boat Ramp #9 on May 28th between 10am and 4pm to receive
a Complimentary Vessel Safety Check. Lower insurance rates with an
approved sticker! Takes about 15 minutes! The US Coast Guard
Auxiliary has been visiting HEB's, Academy's, other area lakes,
encouraging kids fishing and water safety. For more information
contact Frank Dannenberg, Public Affairs Coordinator & Public
Education at 210.723.1444. National Safe Boating Week is May 19th -
25th.
The CANYON LAKE ART GUILD recently awarded a $750 Scholarship to
Corbin Taylor Spring, a graduate of Smithson Valley High School.
Corbin will attend UT at San Antonio to study Art or Graphic Art.
Congratulations, Corbin!
CANYON FALLS RV PARK has the scoop on their Horseback Riding features
within their park, available at the Chamber. Located at Hwy 306 &
South Access Road on 32 lush acres with tranquil spring-fed ponds,
rivers and waterfalls, Canyon Falls RV Park features fishing, hiking
trails, horse & hay rides. Only 1/2 mile to Canyon Lake and the
Guadalupe River. Nature Trail Rides offers a guided tour throughout
oak tree lined trails. Hay Rides pass by spring-fed ponds and
waterfalls along rustic trails. Horse Basics-101 offers the basics
and an educational look at horses, including care, feeding, grooming
and necessary exercise, plus a guide-directed ride in the corral. For
more information contact Canyon Falls RV Park at 830.214.3033. 14490
FM 306, Canyon Lake. www.canyonfallsrvpark.com
TGTV AND MEDIA PRODUCTIONS, INC. is here in Canyon Lake! Christina
"Tina" Lisk, Creative Producer, is making the rounds in the Lake
area. Texas Gypsy TV is working on an informational video, with an
emphasis on lodging in New Braunfels and Canyon Lake areas, and
highlighting area attractions and other businesses. Several lodges in
New Braunfels have gotten on board, including Schlitterbahn Waterpark
& Resort. Tina met recently with the Canyon Lake Lodging Association
who expressed high interest. Everyone knows a picture speaks a
thousand words. Show your business to visitors to entice them to
visit! These videos will be available to lodging, for example, to run
in the hotel rooms for guests to view. Contact Tina now and get on
the schedule! Tina Lisk 210.602.9298 ti...@texasgypsytv.com
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
The Shanty is hosting a fundraiser for 'Shane', with his sites set on
the Parliament! Join the Shanty crew Saturday, May 26th, from 4PM -
1AM for lots of fun, food, raffles and entertainment! 12100 FM 306,
Sattler. 964-3932
Gruene Hall presents Robert Earl Keen Friday, May 25th, Bruce Robison
Saturday, May 26th and Gary P. Nunn Sunday, May 27th. Memorial Day -
No cover from 1PM - 11:30PM with music by The Dedringers and The Band
of Heathers' Monday Night Kick-Off! Come back Tuesday, May 29th for
the 12th Annual "Two Ton Tuesdays" Kick-Off with Two Tons of Steel.
1281 Gruene Drive. 629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
G-n-G TOURS Take a load off and "Travel the Safe Way!"
GRAND CANYON by Motorcoach & Rail at $559/pp/dbl occp (call or email
for details).
Winstar Casino (overnight) June 12/13 - $45 per person/dbl occp; book
early!
Depart locally in Canyon Lake! 899-5513 glo...@gngtours.com.
www.gngtours.com. Click here for coupon: http://canyonlakechamber.com/Coupons/coupons.htm
COMMUNITY RESOURCE & RECREATION CENTER. Johnny Dee & the Rocket 88's
Sock Hop, Tuesday, July 3rd, 8:00 p.m. Below Canyon Lake Dam. Tickets
830-964-2324
EVENTS
NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION WEEK
National Safe Boating Week is May 19th - 25th
WEDNESDAY, MAY 16
Pick up a copy of the Canyon Lake Times Guardian Newspaper! Check
your mail for the free Advisor!
PARZIALE'S PIZZERIA is very proud to announce a 100 Years Anniversary
Celebration on May 16th! That's right! One hundred years in the
pizza business, originating in Boston and still in the family. Join
Vince, Danny & Jerry in a special day of Pizza Specials, Give-Aways,
antique car displays, motorcycle displays plus fun for the whole
family! Downtown Hancock. 830.935.3666.
THURSDAY, MAY 17
"Looking at the Lake" 1:00 PM KGNB 1420 AM RADIO. Tune in to KGNB 1420
AM RADIO to experience the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce's half-hour
radio show, each Thursday @ 1:00 pm. This week hear Executive
Director Jaynellen Ladd, and special guest Robert Maxwell Case. THIS
WEEK'S SPONSOR Rockin 'R' River Rides plus radio host Wayne Fanning.
Find out what is going on at the Lake! Be entertained while getting
informed about local events, announcements, new members, and special
opportunities. For more information on this week's sponsor, For more
information on this week's sponsor, Rockin 'R' River Rides, visit
their website or call at 830-935-4037, or contact the Chamber at
964-2223.
SATTLER ARTISANS' ALLEY - Ladies are gathering here for a Ladies
Acting Group, held Thursdays from 7:00 - 8:30 PM! Call Pam Dorfman
for more information and to reserve your spot! 830-964-3609. 1381
Sattler Road (near Super S-Sattler).
The Shanty Club - Karaoke & Steak Night in one! 12100 FM 306,
Sattler. 964-3932
Gruene Hall - Bill Hearne 7:30 - 11:30 PM. No cover. 1281 Gruene
Drive. 629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
FRIDAY, MAY 18
Have a great weekend! Submit your information for next week's Chamber
Weekly News today! Email to ad...@canyonlakechamber.com.
The Shanty Club - Live music by Horse Opera. 12100 FM 306, Sattler.
964-3932
Gruene Hall - Chris Knight. Brian Keane opens. 1281 Gruene Drive.
629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
SATURDAY, MAY 19
VFW POST 8573 - Sattler hosts a Shuffleboard Tournament every
Saturday! 2:30 PM 964.3334. No extra charge for war stories!
964.3334.
GRUENE MARKET DAYS - Sat/Sun - unique crafts & gifts. Downtown
Gruene, Texas.
The Shanty Club - Lucky Tubb. 12100 FM 306, Sattler. 964-3932
GARDEN GATE CAFÉ - Saturday Night Steak & Shrimp Special $15.99. 3475
Skyline Drive. 964-3710. www.gardengate.bravehost.com
Gruene Hall - Shawn Pittman; no cover. 1:00 - 5:00 PM. the subdudes.
1281 Gruene Drive. 629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
SUNDAY, MAY 20
Gruene Hall - Americana Music Jam - 11th Annual KNBT 92.1 FM Radio
New Braunfels.1281 Gruene Drive. 629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
GRUENE MARKET DAYS - Sat/Sun - unique crafts & gifts. Downtown
Gruene, Texas.
VFW Post 8800 hosts LINE DANCE CLASSES Every Sunday at in Startzville.
4:00 - 5:00 PM. $1.00 per person, per class. All ages welcome! Open
to the Public! For more information contact Glenna Gould 899-5700 or
Sue Nees 227-5814.
MONDAY, MAY 21
Send last minute info for this weekly email to
ad...@canyonlakechamber.com
TUESDAY, MAY 22
Chamber Business After Hours Mixer
HANCOCK PLAZA
Lakeside Realty, Jazzy's, Parziale's Pizzeria
Tuesday, MAY 22nd @ 6:00 PM
Join us to welcome new members! Network, cash drawing, door prizes,
Food & spirits and more! Free 90-Day Banner Ad Drawing
18200 FM 306 $2 Admission
WEDNESDAY, MAY 23
Pick up a copy of today's Canyon Lake Times Guardian!
BUSINESS MEMBERS - Post for FREE to our Calendar of Events, Classified
Ads, Volunteers Needed Classifieds, COUPONS on our website,
canyonlakechamber.com, plus in THIS EMAIL! Visit our Business
Directory to link directly to our member's sites. Submit information
for publicity to ad...@canyonlakechamber.com. Include contact name,
address, phone number, email and website for best exposure. Please
add the Chamber's link to YOUR website. For more information about
any of the above, please contact the Chamber at 830.964.2223 or
800.528.2104.
Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce is located at 3934 FM 2673 and open
Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
Phone is 830-964-2223. www.canyonlakechamber.com;
in...@canyonlakechamber.com
THANKS FOR READING!
Bonnie Hopper
Administrative Director
CANYON LAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE