Unsung Heroes of Santa Maria: Arrow Plumbing Drain & Repair Service and Trojan Petroleum Recognized as Local Businesses of the Quarter

During the City Council meeting held in Santa Maria on Tuesday, two local businesses were recognized for their long-standing presence in the valley and their impact on the community. Arrow Plumbing Drain & Repair Service and Trojan Petroleum were named the Santa Maria businesses of the quarter for April through June 2024.

Arrow Plumbing Drain & Repair Service, located at 320 Oak St. in Santa Maria, was founded in 1991 by Daniel Keuma after he moved from Hawaii. The company has since expanded to seven trucks and eight employees, providing services to both residential and commercial customers. They also actively participate in community events and charities. Daniel’s son, Kaniela, has dreams of further expansion.

Trojan Petroleum, based at 1665 West Betteravia Rd. in Santa Maria, was founded 43 years ago by Bud and Ebba Richards. The business has evolved into 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 various local civic groups.

The City of Santa Maria and the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce have partnered to showcase different businesses in the city through their Business of the Quarter program. This program recognizes two local small businesses chosen by the Chamber 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 while reminding the community about the unique, diverse, and long-standing businesses that contribute to Santa Maria’s fabric