Recent TV interview done by our local CBS Station Channel 8's Larry Himmel.

If you haven't cruised through Otay Lakes lately, you are in for a shock. Pastures have been replaced with plaster. These gentle rolling hills have been gentrified, seemingly overnight.

New neighbors can't live by homeowner's fees alone -- they must have sweets. That's why Allen Haber and his wife opened The Treatery. Read the interview >>

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SENATOR DUCHENY ANNOUNCES SELECTION OF “THE TREATERY” IN OTAY RANCH AS 40TH DISTRICT SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Chula Vista – Senator Denise Moreno Ducheny (D-San Diego) will honor the owners of The Treatery, Allan and Monica Haber, located in Heritage Towne Center as the 40th State Senate District’s “Small Business of the Year.” Senator Ducheny nominated the Habers, who have been Chula Vista residents for nearly 20 years, for their commitment to the community.

“Allan and Monica Haber have been role models for small business owners,” said Senator Ducheny. “Not only are they committed to doing business in this walkable community, they also make every effort to support local charities, civic groups and educational fundraisers on a regular basis.”

The Habers are known for their willingness to frequently give away ice cream and other treats at events for local schoolchildren and have also spoken before scout troops about small business ownership so that the troop members may earn their badges. They also have participated, in conjunction with local dentists, in giving away sugar-free candy at a local Halloween Carnival to teach children about the importance of healthy choices.

Allan Haber credits the support from his family, the community and professional business organizations for helping them succeed. He also is enthusiastic about their ability to make a difference in the lives of the area’s children and families.

“We have a unique opportunity to help kids within our community,” said Haber. “We thought we were opening an ice cream and candy store, but we opened a business that creates memories for all of us and is able to transport us to happy times in our childhood.”

The Habers will be honored by Senator Ducheny in a ceremony on Wednesday, June 15 in Sacramento during a luncheon sponsored by the California Small Business Association.

The Treatery is located at 1392 East Palomar Street in Chula Vista, and the phone number is (619) 619-946-7976. Photos available upon request.

Senator Denise Ducheny represents parts of San Diego and Riverside Counties and all of Imperial County.

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