Spotlighting Excellence: Arrow Plumbing & Trojan Petroleum Named Local Businesses of the Quarter in Santa Maria”.

In recognition of their outstanding contributions to the Santa Maria community, Arrow Plumbing Drain & Repair Service and Trojan Petroleum have been named the local businesses of the quarter for April through June 2024.

Arrow Plumbing Drain & Repair Service, founded in 1991 by Daniel Keuma after he relocated from Hawaii, has grown from a one-truck operation to seven trucks and eight employees. The company offers services to both residential and commercial customers and is actively involved in community events and charities.

Trojan Petroleum, founded 43 years ago by Bud and Ebba Richards, has become a full-service petroleum distributor specializing in delivering fuel to farm locations and job sites throughout Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. The company also operates as an independently owned Pacific Pride cardlock site with 15 delivery trucks. They are members of various local civic groups.

The recognition program is designed to honor two local small businesses that meet specific criteria, including having fewer than 20 employees, being in operation for at least five years, being physically located within the city limits, and being a member of the local Chamber of Commerce in good standing. This recognition provides valuable exposure for the chosen businesses while reminding the community of the unique, diverse, and long-standing businesses that call Santa Maria home.

To view the full ceremony honoring these businesses, you can watch the City’s livestream of the Tuesday City Council meeting on April 16, 2024, at Santa Maria City Hall Chambers. For more information on this recognition program or how to become involved with your local business community in Santa Maria, visit CityofSantaMaria.org.