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Featured Member Benefit

Office Depot OfficeMax Chamber Program
The Glendale Chamber has partnered with Office Depot to bring its members a cost savings program on items they use most. This program offers discounts of up to 60% from a list of over 700 commonly- purchased business essentials including paper, ink and toner.  Shop online and receive fast & FREE delivery on qualifying orders of $50 or more within local delivery areas.  Also, save up to 70% on your copy and print needs. The savings from the program are significant. (Customization options are available for companies who spend $15,000 or more annually.)



Member Testimonial

"Part of my marketing plan is to provide flyers for upcoming events and trunk shows. In three months I had five different print orders.  I went to Office Depot/OfficeMax and used the Store Purchasing Program that is included with my Glendale Chamber membership. Before my Chamber discount the total of the five invoices was $1,004.14, I only paid $359.13 after my Chamber discount. The savings was $645.01, the savings was greater than what I pay for my annual membership fee.  I love the Chamber, great discount and great friends!"

-  Cyndee Harding, Cyndee's Conceal Carry
  Member since June 2016

Featured Story

Glendale Seeks Public Input on Proposed City Transit Fare Adjustments
Glendale Transit Services is hosting a series of four public open house meetings to gather community feedback regarding the current ride fare structure for Glendale Dial-A-Ride and GUS Bus public transportation services and a proposal for the implementation of new fare adjustments to take place in the late summer or early fall time frame, pending City Council approval.

The proposed fare adjustments outlined in the Transit Fare Review study, undertaken in response to City Council direction, include the elimination of fares for all passengers on GUS (Glendale Urban Shuttle), a $1 increase in one-way fare on the city's Dial-A-Ride for senior, ADA/disabled and junior passengers (age 6-13) and an increase in one-way fare for the general public (age 14-64) from $2 to $5. Free fare for children age 5 and under will continue under the proposed ride fare structure plan.

"Glendale has held fares for transit services steady since 1991," said Transit Administrator Kevin Link. "Our primary goal is to continue to effectively deliver quality transit services to all Glendale residents not only today, but well into the future."

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Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Hospice Promise 

Invite the Chamber out for a ribbon cutting ceremony for your business. The Chamber team along with City Council members and various other members will come out to show their support. You'll also get photos of your business and the event featured on our Facebook page, website and more. 


*This list is based off of the last email that was deployed, 
dates & times are subject to change

Economic Development

Tavern+Bowl Opens in Glendale
A new entertainment concept has opened in Glendale at the Westgate Entertainment District. This is the company's first Arizona location and includes a microbrewery, a full restaurant and 12 bowling lanes.  

City of Glendale Featured Story

Councilmember Ray Malnar Holds Spring Sahuaro District Meeting April 6
Councilmember Ray Malnar is hosting a district meeting for all Sahuaro District residents.  The meeting will be held on Thursday, April 6, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Cactus High School, 6330 W. Greenway Road, Glendale.
 
Councilmember Malnar would like to hear from residents regarding their views about current and future city street and pavement programs. City staff from Transportation, Planning, and Police departments will be available to answer questions. The public will have an opportunity to ask questions from presenters and also ask questions about all other city-related matters.
 
"In an effort to be more accessible and informative to residents, I believe in bringing the citizens of Glendale together in an open dialogue to discuss proposed ideas and priorities in an informal process," said Malnar.
 
Food and refreshments will be provided for all that attend. The Sahuaro District is located in the northern part of Glendale, from 51st Ave. to 79th Ave. and Cactus Road to Union Hills Drive.
 
For more information or to request special accommodations, call 623-930-2016.

Mayor's Business of the Week

"Business of the Week is a program I initiated in 2014 to recognize the entrepreneurial spirit in Glendale. As a former business owner myself, I really appreciate the positive impact our businesses have on our city, citizens and local economy. I hope you enjoy learning about some of our local companies as much as I do."

- Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers 

Congratulations to Glendale Chamber Member, Cuff Restaurant,
for being featured as  the  Mayor's Business of the Week!

Member News


Southwest Airlines Spring Promo
Fly  Southwest Airlines  this Spring! Take advantage of 10% discount off Anytime & Business Select® fares now through June 15, 2017 when you book your reservations on  swabiz.com  for domestic and San Juan, Puerto Rico scheduled flights. 

To receive the discount, simply apply promo code SPRING2017 in the promo code box on the flight selection page of  swabiz.com.
Sonic Partners with United Blood Services to Save Lives
"Maximize Your Impact" at any United Blood Services donor center in March and receive a voucher for a free breakfast burrito at America's favorite drive-in, courtesy of Sonic! 

MAX donors help United Blood Services better meet the daily needs of Arizona hospital patients by giving the automated donation procedure that is most needed based on their blood type and physical attributes.  Earn your voucher for taking a little extra time to "Maximize Your Impact" at any United Blood Services donor center.  To make an appointment, call 1-877-UBS-HERO (1-877-827-4376) or visit  www.BloodHero.com and enter your Zip Code for the donor center nearest you.

OneAZ CREDIT UNION TO AWARD $20,000 TO LOCAL COLLEGE STUDENTS
OneAZ Credit Union in partnership with the OneAZ Community Foundation has launched its 2017 OneAZ Scholarship Program. This year, the Credit Union will award  $20,000 to students enrolled as an incoming junior or senior at  Arizona State UniversityNorthern Arizona University, or the  University of Arizona, or an incoming sophomore at an  Arizona community college.

"At OneAZ, our mission is to improve the lives of our members and the communities we serve," said  David E. Doss, President/CEO of OneAZ Credit Union. "A key element of fulfilling this vision is our commitment to education and helping the next generation of  Arizona's leaders. We are proud to continue our ongoing support of providing financial assistance to  Arizona university and college students for the ninth year."

Details of the 2017 OneAZ Scholarship Program are as follows:
  • 20 scholarships valued at $1,000 will be awarded;
  • Applicants will be required to submit a 500-word essay or a 60-second video that highlights the benefits of credit union membership to millennials;
  • Applications will be accepted online only between March 3 and May 1, 2017; and
  • Recipients will be announced in June 2017.

Calling 2017 High School Seniors
A message from Credit Union West:

"Together, we believe we are making a difference in the lives of our future leaders and communities. That's why we are proud to announce our 2017 Scholarship Program!
 
We support education in our communities, and we want to help our young people reach their potential. 
 
This year, we're awarding $1000 scholarships to three graduating high school seniors. Applying is easy and is open to all graduating high school seniors in both Maricopa and Yavapai counties. 
 
Simply visit our website at www.cuwest.org/scholarship to learn more about our scholarship program.
 
Applications will be accepted now through Friday, March 31, 2017 . We encourage you to share this opportunity with friends, family and community.  
 
With your help, let's ensure our students reach their educational goals!"
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Bitz-ee Mama's Celebrates 45 Years with a 45 Day Special!
A message from Lulu, 
Owner of  Bitz-ee Mama's:

"Kristine and I would like to thank each and everyone of you for your support. Bitzee Mama will be celebrating 45 years in business this month thanks to YOU. So for the next 45 days our 45th guest will be having breakfast or lunch on us.

Like we say at Bitzee, 
YOU CAME IN AS A GUEST AND YOU LEAVE AS FAMILY.. BITZEE FAMILY "

*Special ends Tuesday, April 18, 2017