FOR THE COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 15, 2023
COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
Prepared by: Public Information Manager
SUBJECT: Businesses of the Month – August 2023
Present certificates to the featured Businesses of the Month for August 2023 – Kirk & Simas and The Joint Chiropractic.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Santa Maria and the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce have partnered to highlight different businesses in the City through a Business of the Month Program. For the next year, this program gives recognition to local businesses for their longevity and/or for providing significant healthcare contributions. Not only does this give valuable exposure to these local businesses, but it also reminds the community of the unique, diverse, and long - standing businesses they are fortunate to have in Santa Maria.
This month’s long-standing business is Kirk & Simas, self-described as the largest law firm in Santa Maria. Located at 2550 Professional Parkway, the firm has six attorneys and eight staff members. Kirk & Simas works with private and public sector clients across a full range of industries, legal practices, and specialties. Robert (Bob) Trapp established his law practice in Santa Maria in 1951 and joined Dan Kirk in 1956 as the Firm of Trapp & Kirk until 1972 when Bob was appointed as a Judge of the Santa Barbara Superior Court. Alex Simas joined Dan Kirk's established practice to form Kirk & Simas in 1976. Representing the b usiness tonight are shareholders Alex Simas, Anthony Principe, and Christian Salgado.
This month’s business being recognized for its healthcare contributions to the community is The Joint Chiropractic’s Santa Maria office. Part of an 880-location franchise, the Santa Maria office with five employees is located at 560 Betteravia Road Suite C. The office is open seven days a week and is walk -in only. Representing the company tonight is Eric Smith, franchise owner and Lead Chiropractor.