8-20-10   Board of Directors for the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce welcomes Kim Morris as the new Chamber President. The Executive Committee charged with finding a new president collected at least 18 resumes for the position. The group narrowed the field down to 3 and conducted a second interview with those finalists on Wednesday, August 11th. Kim was notified on Friday and began working the following Monday.

Kim worked for the Chamber back in the summer of 2005 through 2006 in a part time capacity as Administrative Assistant to the President. The current Board Director Jaynellen Ladd welcomed Kim back and into her new role at the Canyon Lake Chamber.

Kim and husband Aaron Morris have been residents of the lake for the past 7 years. Prior to their move to Canyon Lake they resided in San Antonio. Aaron is retired Air Force and has been the Director of Maintenance at Retama Park Racetrack since retiring in 1999. Kim has been involved in the Texas Tourism Industry for almost 20 years including seven years as the Convention & Visitors Marketing Director for Rivercenter Mall. She then moved down the San Antonio Riverwalk to Planet Hollywood where she became Director of Sales. During this same period of time she was named Chairperson for an Advisory Board with the San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau. She later worked for the Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce in 2006-2007.

Kim is a “people person” who’s never met a stranger. She loves any type of outdoor activity including gardening, jogging and swimming. She would like to travel a bit more often, is an insatiable reader and is passionate about writing. She’s been writing a book that she hopes to publish very soon.

Kim is excited about the opportunity to serve this community and has assured the Board she will work hard to promote our beautiful area and especially our vital business members. She is gearing up to visit with as many of our current members and potential members as possible. She has said “The relationship between the Chamber and our businesses is so very important. Our members need to know they are always welcome to drop in, make suggestions or just come in and chat awhile. Communication is essential to the proper growth of our community.”

Anyone interested in becoming a Chamber member should call 830-964-2223. 

7/30/10  July 27th Businees Mixer/Serve & Protect is huge

success! Thanks to all of our sponsors!

5.18.2010  The Canyon Lake & Guadalupe River Visitor & Relocation Guide is available in print and now available to view online!  From the Chamber website select Visitor Information, then Visitor & Relocation Guide.  View in full color and in full screen mode.  In addition, make arrangements now to pick up your supply of the 2010 Visitor Guides for your own customers.  This guide is the official Canyon Lake Visitor & Relocation Guide and a Special Edition of the Canyon Lake Views.  Call ahead to 830.964.2223 to ensure your supply! Or, email to info(at)canyonlakechamber.com. bh

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5.18.2010  Canyon Lake Views provides two pages of special promotional space for the Canyon Lake Chamber, with the support of members who purchase ad space on those two pages.  Supporting ad space is specially priced, for members only.  Deadline is the 1^st of each month for the following month's issue.

Almost 9,500 issues of The Canyon Lake Views are mailed monthly, complimentary, to all addresses in the 78133 zip code plus Spring Branch routes that reach Mystic Shores, part of the Rebecca Creek area, down FM 311, and up TX 46 to US 281. The Chamber pages include Chamber News plus a Calendar of Events listing, New Members and Renewing Members. 

Three-month commitments are appreciated.  To help the Chamber message reach the community at large, please contact Sue Sweat of the Canyon Lake Views at 512.644.2093 or by email to canyonlakeviews(at)yahoo.com. bh

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5.18.2010  Canyon City Sunrooms offers patio enclosures of different styles and with an array of options for doors, windows, walls, and roofs.  Create a new home office, or a sun-filled room for relaxation.  This type of room addition to your home gives you additional living space for up to 50% less than the cost of conventional construction.  Also available are patio covers and lattice, with options such as insulated roof panels and shade covers.  Financing available.  Limited Lifetime Warranty.  Contact: 830.964.6488 or email to canyoncitysunrooms(at)gvtc.com.  bh

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5.18.2010  Freedom Mechanical USA is all about heating and air conditioning.  Freedom Mechanical offers a five year service guarantee on repairs, with no overtime.  “We proudly extend to all our customers who purchase this Ultimate Savings Agreement a full five years service guarantee on any repair we make with no overtime for the lifetime of the Ultimate Savings Agreement.  24 Hours/365 Days.”  Contact: 830.935.4337 or Toll Free 877.444.4245. freedomac(at)gvtc.com  bh

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5.18.2010 GLOBAL SOLUTIONS

Global Solutions now offers Property Management for your rental property.  Professional management and maintenance services can alleviate the stress of doing it yourself, and save money on maintenance services, too.   

Twenty years in Comal County. Call Terry Hopper, today!

Office:  830.899.8566  Cell: 210.355.3567.  Email to paintsolutions101(at)hotmail.com. bh

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5.18.2010  Local Thrift Stores – Don’t forget to frequent your local Thrift Stores for treasures and to donate your good, used items. Habitat for Safe Seniors and Community Resource & Recreation Center operate their own Thrift Stores.  Habitat’s is in Startzville and CRRC’s is in Sattler.  Check websites for more details.  bh

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5.18.2010  Community Resource & Recreation Center offers the newly renovated and air conditioned Rec Center for rent for your special event.  And NOW is the perfect time to reserve your night at the North Pole Village for the annual Christmas party for your office or organization. It’s the perfect, festive atmosphere, and set-up is easy for you, with no decorating involved! Available dates: Dec. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 2010  Call Kristi today, at 830-964-3003 to reserve your date. bh

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4.19.2010 – The week of May 16th is identified as Emergency Services Week. 

This one week out of the year allows us an opportunity to thank our local emergency service professionals for the great work they do in keeping us safe and helping us at our most vulnerable times.

Emergency Medical Services here at Canyon Lake consist of highly trained professional Paramedics/EMT firefighters who are always here for us no matter what time of day or night.

Would you be willing to help us honor our EMS personnel with a financial or in-kind donation?  As it is a non-profit donation, it will be tax deductible. 

If you want to make a donation, or if you have any questions or suggestions how we might recognize our EMS personnel, please feel free to contact me through e-mail or phone as listed below.

The Canyon Lake Fire/EMS boards appreciate your consideration of this request.

Rita Shellenberger, Secretary, ESD#2 Comal County

Canyon Lake Fire/EMS, RMcShell(at)aol.com; 830-935-2016

Posted 4.19.2010bh

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4.14.2010  Canyon Lake Republican Women

CLRW was founded in 1976, in Comal County, Texas, by 19 women who believed they could make a difference.  And, they have.  Today, there are over 200 members and we are growing – and learning – and helping shape our world. 

We invite you to consider joining us.  We meet the 3^rd Wednesday of each month, at 10:00 a.m. at the CRRC Activity Room in Sattler.

Posted 4-14-2010bh

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4.14.2010      PROSIT The New Braunfels Magazine – our 25^th year!

As Prosit The New Braunfels Magazine enters its 25^th year as THE publication serving area visitors and newcomers, we feel confident we have earned your trust and support through our efforts to serve you.

100,000 copies!  Large and Diligent Distribution. At least 100,000 copies are printed and distributed annually FREE from important locations in the areas we cover!  No other magazine-type publication even comes close to this number!

Value – affordable for even small businesses

Professional Quality – the look of a quality magazine associated with larger cities

Internet Bonus – now online and gaining ground!

Prosit is sold only once per year.  This is your only opportunity to be included for the next year.  Get started!  830.629.1191 – Ken or Brenda Armke, or cell phones at 210.313.6581, 210.452.0000, or 210.325.9816. 

Deadline for space reservation and ad copy is May 15th; however, there is no warranty that space will be available as late as May 15. 

Posted 4.14.2010bh

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4.14.2010      MARK WOOLSEY GARBAGE SERVICE

Beginning April 9, 2010 Mark Woolsey Garbage Service began accepting garbage bags at their office on specific days:

First and Third Friday and Saturday each month

Friday 8am – 4pm

Saturday 8am – 12 Noon

Each bag costs $2.00 per 39 gallon bag and smaller.  $5.00 for anything bigger than the 39 gallon bags.  Open to everyone!

1024 Island View (between Sattler & Startzville)

830.935.4446   bh

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4.12.2010 – BLESS THIS MESS is an all-personal-service company ready to suit your needs!  From providing a trip to the airport to organizing your closet to grocery shopping, the friendly folks at Bless This Mess are available to help you.  Cleaning services are their specialty.  Bonded and Insured.  Posted 4.12.2010bh

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4.12.2010 -  Helen's Variety is back in downtown Sattler!

Remember Helen’s Variety for gifts and unique items.  Helen’s Variety recently relocated back to her previous location in downtown Sattler, near Wells Fargo Bank. 

Now located at 1175 F. M. 2673 #10.

Hours:

Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat    9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday                           10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Sunday                                   Closed

Phone 830-964-4203; Helen Patterson, Owner  Map/Directions          

Posted 4.12.2010bh

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4.12.2010 – “No Greater Sacrifice: A Son’s Model to Success” by Armando L. Garcia

My name is Armando L. Garcia, owner of A. G. Hill Country-Lake Properties.  I want to share with you my excitement about the March 26, 2010, publication date of my book, No Greater Sacrifice:A Son's Model to Success,  a tribute to my beloved mother, Dolores L. Garcia, for the sacrifices she made in her life and the impact she made in my life. 

I want to invite you to visit the website, www.nogreatersacrifice.com so you can view the high points of the book.  Also, if you decide to get a copy, you will get the best pricing available by ordering directly from this website. 

I hope you enjoy the book! 

Armando Garcia, Owner/Realtor, A G Hill Country-Lake Properties

830-964-2811 Canyon Lake Office  830-214-4427 Cell

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4.12.2010  Want to know if Retiring in Mexico is for you?

Glazer Financial Network presents…

Living in Mexico International Lifestyle Planning Seminar

April 22^nd – 24^th, and May 27^th – 29^th

in La Cruz Nayarit just North of Puerto Vallarta

Hosted by Remax and Puerto Bahia Villas & Spa.  Just pay for your airfare and they cover the room and your meals.  Come down for a relaxing informative weekend that will amaze and excite you with the many possibilities of owning your own ocean view condo, or buy a lot today, and build later.  Call now for more information, and to RSVP. Call Rafael or Michael at 888-553-7059 or e-mail Rafael at rmontalvo(at)glazerfinancial.com. 

Sincerely,

Morey and Rafael  

1161 Colleen Dr., Canyon Lake, Texas 78133
Office: 830-392-0643 Fax: 830-899-4604
Cell: Morey 469-358-2818 or Rafael Cell: 214-534-0781

Toll Free: 1-888-553-7059
Posted 4-12-2010bh

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