Twenty-nine businesses were the toast of the town when the Carmichael Chamber of Commerce and Carmichael Times hosted the “Best of Carmichael” awards gala last week. Results were decided by public vote and presentations were made at the Patriot Event facility in Milagro Centre.

Winners received proclamations from Congressman Ami Bera, Senator Jim Nielson, Assemblyman Ken Cooley and Sacramento County Supervisor Susan Peters.

Twenty-seven contested categories included professional services, grocery stores, restaurants, senior facilities, Fitness centers, community facilities, non-profits - and many entities that make Carmichael a hub of business and recreation. The event is planned to be held annually. (Two categories had ties for the total votes.)