Two Prominent Santa Maria Businesses Awarded ‘Business of the Quarter’ Title for Their Community Impact and Unwavering Presence in the Valley

Two Santa Maria businesses were honored for their impact on the community and their longstanding presence in the valley during a recent City Council meeting. Arrow Plumbing Drain & Repair Service and Trojan Petroleum were named Santa Maria 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 provides services to residential and commercial customers and is actively involved in supporting community events and charities. Daniel’s son, Kaniela, has ambitions for further growth.

Trojan Petroleum, founded 43 years ago by Bud and Ebba Richards, is a full-service petroleum distributor that specializes in delivering fuel to farm locations and job sites throughout Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. They are also an independently owned Pacific Pride cardlock site with 15 delivery trucks. Trojan Petroleum is an active member of numerous local civic groups.

The Business of the Quarter program recognizes two local small businesses chosen by the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce based on specific criteria such as having fewer than 20 employees, being in operation for at least five years, being physically located within the city limits, and being a local chamber of commerce member in good standing. The recognition through this program provides valuable exposure for the selected businesses and serves as a reminder to the community of the unique, diverse, and long-standing businesses that contribute to the fabric of Santa Maria. The full ceremony honoring Arrow Plumbing Drain & Repair Service and Trojan Petroleum can be viewed via the City’s livestream of the Tuesday City Council meeting.