Chamber accepts sponsors for annual awards banquet

By Maureen Robertson

Ramona Chamber of Commerce is accepting sponsors for its Annual Installation and Awards Banquet on Sunday, Jan. 15.

Sponsorship levels are:

•Event — $250

•Presenting — $100

•Table — $50

The banquet will be held at San Vicente Golf Resort, 24157 San Vicente Road. Cocktails will be at 5 p.m. and dinner at 6.

Seating is limited, so early reservations are recommended. Reservations will be accepted through Thursday, Jan. 12.

The 2012 Chamber’s Choice Awards will be presented at the event, and Supervisor Dianne Jacob will preside at the installation of chamber officers and directors.

Invitations have been sent to U.S. Congressman Duncan Hunter, State Senator Joel Anderson and State Assemblyman Brian Jones.

Chamber Director Ralph Mittman, chairman of the awards committee, will serve as master of ceremonies.

Jason DeLeo, the chamber’s 2011 president, will continue as president in 2012. Other chamber officers are Darrel Kinney, first vice president; Carol Fowler, second vice president; David Worden, secretary; and Judy Beckett, treasurer. Chamber director for 2012 are Thad Clendenen, Hans Hemkes, Charlotte Jensen, Ralph Mittman, Bob Murray, Patrick Osio, Amber Ramirez, Dan Vengler, Randy Waitman and Sally Westbrook.

For sponsorships, reservations and more information, call the chamber office, 760-789-1311.