SANTA MARIA, Calif. (Nov. 5, 2026) — The City of Santa Maria and the Santa Maria Valley Chamber recognized American Self Storage Santa Maria and Mario A. Juarez, Attorney at Law, as Businesses of the Quarter for the fourth quarter (October–December 2026). Each business received a certificate at the Santa Maria City Council meeting on Tuesday, November 3.

Held in partnership with the City of Santa Maria, the Business of the Quarter program honors local businesses that show an exceptional commitment to the community. Honorees have been in business for at least five years, are located within Santa Maria city limits, and are Chamber members in good standing. The Chamber selects the businesses, and the City presents the recognition at a City Council meeting four times a year.

American Self Storage Santa Maria

American Self Storage Santa Maria has served Santa Maria and Orcutt since 2005. The business offers drive-up self storage units and covered RV and boat parking. It is the only self storage facility in the area with covered RV and boat parking, a wash station and a dump site.

The two-person team is known for its customer service, often helping people through hard moments such as a death in the family, a divorce or a sudden move. Manager Paula Fuller also chairs the Chamber's Ambassador Committee, the volunteer group that welcomes new members and represents the Chamber at ribbon cuttings and events. Fuller accepted the certificate on behalf of the business.

Mario A. Juarez, Attorney at Law

Mario A. Juarez, a lifelong Santa Maria resident, opened his law practice in 2000. His four-person office provides legal services in estate planning, real estate, contracts, business law, trust litigation, land use and personal injury. Juarez serves clients in both English and Spanish.

Juarez has spent more than two decades serving local nonprofits. He has served as board president of the Marian Hospital Foundation and of the Allan Hancock College Foundation, and on the board of Habitat for Humanity of Northern Santa Barbara County. He has also coached youth soccer and basketball with Orcutt United Soccer League, the YMCA, the Boys & Girls Club and City of Santa Maria Parks and Recreation. The Santa Barbara Foundation named him a 2023 Celebrate Philanthropy honoree. Juarez accepted the certificate on behalf of his practice.

“Paula and Mario show what it looks like to run a business that takes care of people,” said Michael Boyer, President & CEO of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber. “Whether it’s helping a family through a hard move or coaching the next generation on the soccer field, they’re the kind of neighbors people want to do business with. We’re proud to celebrate them.”

To nominate a business or ask about the program, contact Jessica Rosa, Creative Marketing Coordinator, at jessica@santamaria.com or 805.925.2403.

About the Santa Maria Valley Chamber

Founded in 1919, the Santa Maria Valley Chamber represents 800+ members. The Santa Maria Valley Chamber is committed to fostering a thriving, inclusive, and resilient community by leveraging resources, strengthening partnerships, and promoting economic vitality. We strive to enhance quality of life, support community initiatives, and create pathways to opportunity for all residents and businesses in the Santa Maria Valley. Learn more at santamaria.com.

Media and public inquiries:

Jessica Rosa
Creative Marketing Coordinator
Santa Maria Valley Chamber
jessica@santamaria.com