by Emily Crisman
 
Located right off the 78, on the corner of Grapevine Road and West Vista Way you will find the used car dealership, Classic Chariots. Known in the community for its dependable, affordable, serviced, pre-owned cars and trustworthy employees. Classic Chariot’s most frequent customer comes from locals in the Tri-City area. Their loyal customers speak volumes to the commitment Classic Chariots has made to serving and being immersed in the Tri-City community.
 
Classic Chariot’s Founder and CEO, Mehdi Chitgari is a visionary with honorable character who has forged a new path in the car dealership industry. Classic Chariots is involved with the Oceanside Chamber, Vista Chamber, and the Navy League. Mehdi served as the president of the Navy League for two years, and is currently a board member. He is also the vice president of the Independent Automobile Dealers Association of California. Apart from titles, Classic Chariots participates in the local elementary schools, prizing winners of essay contests, and providing families with Thanksgiving dinner. ​

by Carrie Chacon

I’m so happy the days of trick-or-treating are almost over! I have loved every single goofy costume my kids have created.  I have loved the build up to candy fest, and I have loved the sorting and trading that goes down post-trick or treating.
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The word lovED! Is important here. It is okay to let go of past loves which for me means letting go of trick-or-treating, because now my kids wear miss matched shoes and a wig and think they are dressed up. They head out the door get the loot, sort the loot, then eat the loot like mad, before I can come to my senses (or put down my wine glass) and bring the madness to a scratching halt. But there was a time I truly lovED Halloween—when I was a kid and I was tick-or-treating. Big Sigh… sure do miss that!

by Carrie Chacon,

Did you ever wonder how to use, really efficiently use the crisper drawers in your fridge? I did and I have figured it out! 
 
Here is a simple look at how to safely store produce and get a little more life from those veggies.  

The high humidity drawer is good for produce prone to moisture loss.  Think of the moisture as what shapes these foods. If they loose their moisture they will dry out wilt, shrivel and doop. And who wants to eat that? Not any 5 year old I know!

by Don Reedy

The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce does it again! Yep, along with some of the best networking and business education opportunities in North County San Diego, this forward looking Chamber has partnered with Google (yes, the real Google) to bring attention to Oceanside businesses about Google Maps.

Google Maps identifies businesses and puts their information front and center for your customers when they seek you out on the net. Instead of a simple listing, with Google Maps you’ll have the right hand side of the screen highlighted with YOUR business, map, photos, reviews, hours of operation and more. Clients will see where you’re at, have instant access to your contact information, and be more likely to purchase from you.​

By Emily Crisman

Most people think it is easy to run a business, make money and that is the end of the story. However, Amir Iravani, the CEO of NK Towing & Roadside Services, Inc. makes it look easy. Amir also has an incredible commitment to the people and community of North County of San Diego. On July 13, 2004, Amir began his business with only one truck. With hard work and determination, he has built his business to include over 70 employees, which include military veterans and those who serve in the reserves. He also has over 60 trucks in his fleet and 4 Locations in Escondido, Vista, Oceanside and Del Mar. NK Towing has contracts with AAA and various Law enforcement agencies, an assortment of Body shops and Repair facilities and NK Towing is the number one towing service provider on Camp Pendleton.  

by Isabella Janovick, Marketing  Manager, Anacomp, Inc.

Student records are maintained by the educational institute and governed by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.  The records include, but are not limited to, transcripts (grades), exam papers, test scores, evaluations, and financial aid records.  Confidentiality and protection of student records is the responsibility of a records manager and the rights of a student under federal law.  These records need to be available at any time for review, inspection, amendment and to prevent disclosure.  The personal identifiable information that is contained within a record can include social security numbers, address, birthdates and name.  Other types of confidential information contained within a student record are grades, schedules, disability status, academic status and student ID numbers.

by Marva Bledsoe, Business and Community Political Action Committee
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The City of Oceanside’s General Plan is the primary source of long-range planning and policy direction used to guide growth and preserve the quality of life in the City. Oceanside’s General Plan contains 10 elements many of which were adopted in the 1970’s while others were adopted more recently due to changes in State law or changes in the conditions affecting Oceanside. As our community grows and changes, the various elements will continue to be updated and amended to ensure that the guidance they provide for future growth within the community reflects the actual desires of the residents and businesses of Oceanside.

by Kristi Hawthorne, Oceanside Living Magazine
 
Situated behind the Oceanside High School, on a corner at Division and Center Streets, sits a unique domed building. Built by renowned architect Irving J. Gill, the Americanization School in the Crown Heights neighborhood is a true gem. Gill designed a total of 5 buildings in Oceanside, 4 of which remain. The Americanization School is the most distinctive with both Art Deco and Islamic influences.

Along with its architectural significance, it is also important historically and culturally.  It represents a period of a time when immigrants who did not speak English were being “Americanized.” The school was almost entirely made up of Mexican children who were immersed in the English language. 

by Cathy Ellis

Cathy Ellis, Senior Living Consultant recaps of some of the highlights of The North County Healthcare Summit, “The New economy of Aging Baby Boomers and the Impact on Healthcare, Careers and Jobs”.  The Summit was held on September 29, 2015 at The Veterans Association of North County.
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Did you know that Alzheimer’s disease is the 3rd leading cause of death in San Diego County? Nationally it is the 6th leading cause of death. I wonder why more incidence in our county?  My thoughts are that we are known to be more proactive with our research and education in San Diego County and probably more people are getting diagnosed at an earlier age? It’s a huge epidemic!  The Alzheimer’s Association is one of the only organizations that is looking forward to being put out of business… we need a cure for Alzheimer’s disease and we need it soon! Currently, there is no treatment or cure for Alzheimer’s disease. It is predicted that 28 million may develop this disease between 2018 and 2050. Did I write that down correctly?  Yikes!

by Amber Ter-Vrugt

Concerned with economic development?
Today, Tracey Bohlen the Economic Development Manager discussed reviewing commercially zoned property in Oceanside to protect the economic climate in Oceanside. Tracey and the 11-member Economic Development Commission are concerned with the multitude of projects requesting general plan amendments.  They’d like to see smart growth in Oceanside and are looking to the council to consider general plan updates in land use and other development related components.

Bottom line, if you want to rezone commercially owned property to a residential use in Oceanside, better prepare a fiscal analysis.  And, if you’re concerned with the future growth strategy of the City, get involved.

The Emerging Issues committee wants the Chamber to have a seat on the economic development council.