December 20 2010 Weekly Bulletin

2011 New Year’s Wishes May New Year’s Eve find you seated around the table, together with your beloved family and cherished friends. May you find the food better, the environment quieter, the cost much cheaper, and the pleasure more fulfilling than anything else you might ordinarily do that night.

May what you see in the mirror delight you and what others see in you delight them. May someone love you enough to forgive you your faults, be blind to your blemishes and tell the world about your virtues.

May you remember to say “I love you” at least once a day to your spouse, your child, your parent and your siblings.

May we live in a world at peace and with the awareness of love in every sunset, every flower’s unfolding petals, every baby’s smile, every lover’s kiss, and every wonderful, miraculous beat of our heart.

Wishing You The Best In 2011

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President Dave Trahan ~ Patriot Mechanical

Vice President

Mark Silvia ~ Marin Mechanical Inc

Chief Financial Officer Jeff Mertel ~ Mertel Carpets Inc

Secretary

Aimi Dutra~ The Dutra Group

Past President Jeff Grady ~ Grady Consulting Services

2010-2011 MBA Directors & Officers

Barry Arends ~ Morris Roofing Tyler Doherty ~ Cal West Rentals Inc

Gary Frugoli ~ Construction Consultant Peter Migale ~ Migale Painting Co

Keith Dotto ~ Dotto Glass, Inc.

Jim Schalich ~ Schalich Brothers Construction

Dick Ghilotti ~ Ghilotti Construction Company

Dave Garbarino ~ Marin Sanitary Service, Inc.

Jeff Pottorff ~ North Bay Landscape Management

Diane Hendersen ~ DMH Land Use Planning

Staff

Klif Knoles ~ General Manager / Safety Director

Paula Krause ~ Assistant General Manager

Sue Peterson ~ Controller

Diane Van Renselaar ~ Planroom

Joan Szarfinski ~ Front Office Assistant

Janet Alessandra ~ Website – Weekly Bulletin ~ Notary

Casey Mazzoni ~ Legislative Analyst

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Mechanic’s Lien Laws, Forms and Procedures to Change Beginning on January 1, 2011 by William L. Porter, Attorney at Law

Since 1879 the California Constitution has guaranteed contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and others who have not been paid for work and materials supplied to a private works project the right to sell the property where the work was performed in order to obtain payment. The mechanism by which a sale of the property has traditionally been enforced is known as a “mechanic’s lien”. Under current mechanic’s lien laws the unpaid claimant records a mechanic’s lien at the County Recorder’s Office in the county where the property is located. Within 90 days thereafter the claimant files a lawsuit to foreclose on the mechanic’s lien and thereby force a sale of the property. The unpaid claimant is paid from the proceeds of the sale. While this is an oversimplification and there are numerous important timelines and procedures to follow, this is the essence of the current right and procedure.

Under laws which will take effect on January 1, 2011, claimants who will seek to obtain payment through the mechanic’s lien procedure will be required to follow new procedures and use new forms. There are a number of reasons that the law has been changed to require new procedures and forms. For example, under current law there is no requirement that a mechanic’s lien claimant inform the property owner that it has recorded a mechanic’s lien on the owner’s property. There is also no requirement that a mechanic’s lien claimant explain what a lien is or inform the property owner that they will likely be sued within 90 days to foreclose on the mechanic’s lien and sell the property to pay an unpaid debt. Property owners have long complained that until they receive the foreclosure lawsuit they are often entirely unaware that a mechanics lien had even been recorded on their property. The owner asserts that if it had known that a mechanic’s lien had been recorded it could have acted to resolve the matter before a lawsuit became necessary. This is a particularly common complaint in the residential construction industry where homeowners are typically unaware of the entire concept of a mechanic’s lien.

In order to address these longstanding issues the California Contractor’s State License Board, Assemblyman Bill Monning (D-Monterey) and a host of California construction attorneys drafted and introduced Assembly Bill 457 which was passed by the legislature and signed into law by Governor Schwarzenegger on August 5, 2009.

Under the new law, beginning on January 1, 2011, California Civil Code sections 3084 and 3146 are amended to require service of a mechanic’s lien on the owner of the property at the time the mechanic’s lien is recorded. If for some reason the owner cannot be served with the mechanic’s lien then the original contractor or the lender can instead be served. This provides owners with notice that a mechanic’s lien has just been recorded on their property and it gives them an opportunity to quickly address the situation. The form of the mechanic’s lien document itself is also amended to include a “Notice of Mechanic’s Lien” which provides a brief explanation of the nature of the mechanic’s lien and what the property owner might do to address the situation. Finally, where a lawsuit is filed to foreclose on the mechanic’s lien a “Notice of Pending Action” must also be recorded within 20 days after the filing of the mechanic’s lien foreclosure action. The Notice of Pending Action is intended to provide notice to potential property purchasers, lenders and others that a lawsuit has been filed in relation to the property and the property may be sold in foreclosure in order to pay the debt.

The full text of the new law can be accessed electronically from the legislative website here.

The new law provides the property owner with advance notice and an opportunity to remedy a pressing situation. Lawsuits can be avoided by early attention. Based on the premise that more information is better than less and fewer lawsuits are better than more, this is good legislation that serves the public interest. It remedies longstanding problems without significant cost or inconvenience. Since the new law does not take effect until January 1, 2011 there is more than ample time for the construction community to become aware of the new law and begin implementing the new procedures and new mechanic’s lien form into their practices.

William L. Porter is a principal in Porter Law Group, Inc. in Sacramento, California. He can be reached at (916) 381-7868.

Business lobby braces for new world under Gov. Jerry Brown BY: Phil Vermeulen, Legislative Advocate

Also In This Update • Mepco Services, Inc. v. Saddleback Valley Unified School District and

How It Benefits Contractors Explained

• CalChamber Releases List of New Employment Laws Affecting Businesses in 2011

Business lobby braces for new world under Gov. Jerry Brown

The following article was in the Sacramento Bee in their Sunday, December 12th issue. It helps bring the new Brown Administration into focus.

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's veto stamp killed the bill twice in the last two years, and the business community cheered.

But last Monday it returned – a measure that would keep employers from looking into consumer credit reports as part of their hiring process.

This time, much to the consternation of business leaders, Assembly Bill 22 might become law.

"The general tenor of this office is that this bill has a better shot with Jerry Brown," said Haley Myers, legislative aide to the bill's author, Assemblyman Tony Mendoza, D-Artesia.

Her assessment distills a worst-case scenario for California business interests that could extend to dozens of proposed laws and hundreds of regulations under a Brown administration.

After backing the loser – and in one famous instance personally attacking the Democrat during the bare-knuckled gubernatorial campaign – business now must adjust to Brown.

Schwarzenegger, a wealthy businessman in his own right, has been a reliable firewall against Democratic-backed measures like AB 22. Over the past four years, the governor vetoed 38 of the 41 bills identified by the California Chamber of Commerce as "job killers" that would increase the cost or uncertainty of doing business in the Golden State.

Enter Brown, a lifelong politician who takes over Jan. 3 with his party controlling both the Assembly and Senate. Personally frugal and famously unpredictable, the once-and-future governor presents a challenge for private industry trying to gauge what he'll do. Among the chief concerns of business: the prospect of rolling back workers' compensation changes Schwarzenegger instituted; increasing the state's minimum wage; and extending the scope of paid family leave.

Will Brown join fellow Democrats and steamroll the business lobby? Or will he corral the ambitions of his party, invoking the state's $28 billion deficit and the need to encourage business investment and job growth?

"We're expecting the unexpected," said Bill Hauck, president of the California Business Roundtable. "It will be vintage Jerry Brown."

Eye on new appointees

The uncertainty extends well beyond which bills Brown will sign. The new governor will appoint hundreds of officials to key regulatory and policymaking jobs throughout the government. They will be his surrogates, overseeing agencies such as the Air Resources Board, which sets and enforces the state's emissions policy, and Consumer Affairs, the state's mammoth business and professional licensing arm.

Business will watch those touchstone appointments closely because Brown will probably focus on the budget, said California Restaurant Association spokesman Dan Conway, "so the people he appoints to policy and enforcement positions could have a long leash."

Although they opposed Brown, business is encouraged by his rhetoric.

During his campaign he supported pension rollbacks for state employees, called for regulatory reform and promised he wouldn't raise taxes without a public sign-off at the ballot box.

Jack Stewart, president of the California Manufacturers & Technology Association, said those remarks align Brown with business interests for recovery and private-sector growth.

"He's a very smart man," Stewart said. "He understands you can't fix our state's problems without a thriving private sector."

The respectful tone of Stewart's remarks was in contrast to a controversial ad the California Chamber of Commerce aired last April that accused Brown, the outgoing attorney general and former mayor of Oakland, of decades of overspending.

The spot raised legal and ethical questions, and Brown and his wife, Anne Gust Brown, called chamber members to complain. Some members distanced themselves from the spot, which was pulled.

"The ad was a bad choice" for business, said Richard Temple, whose Sacramento firm represents political and corporate clients. "There will be political consequences, like there always are."

Business 'jihad' unlikely

But Brown also is a savvy politician whose decision to delay launching his campaign proved he could stand up to critics in his own camp, Temple said.

He'll need those same qualities to govern by holding the middle ground between Democratic allies such as unions and the GOP's business allies, Temple said. And business would be wise to recognize that.

"Brown is in a good position to tell friends 'no' and to pry concessions from the business community," Temple said. "I don't think that there will be a jihad against business in this administration. He needs their support to get anything done."

Some business leaders also think the Democrats' unity may quickly fracture, easing pressure on Brown to give in to them.

Business also may be able to appeal to Brown's sense of history and personal legacy.

In his first tour as governor from 1975 to 1983, he was considered a youthful oddity, a product of the counterculture, but California was still the envy of the nation.

Now the state is in horrible shape, and if Brown can turn it around while holding his own party at bay and boosting business and jobs, his place in history as a statesman, maverick and turnaround artist would be secure, said Conway of the restaurant association.

"He could go four years, go big and walk away a legend," Conway said. "The 'Governor Moonbeam' thing goes away."

Mepco Services, Inc. v. Saddleback Valley Unified School District - Affirms That An Attorneys' Fees Provision In A Performance Bond May Be Utilized By a Contractor to Recover Attorneys' Fees Attorney Andrew Carlton of Carno and Carlton LLP in Laguna Hills emailed me this week and suggested that I run this in my weekly update as a service to all contractors. Thanks, Andrew!!! We tried a case for a general contractor client of ours, Mepco Services, Inc., back in 2009, against the Saddleback Valley Unified School District. Long story short, we won the case and the district appealed. The case is published and entitled: Mepco Services, Inc. v. Saddleback Valley Unified School District (2010) 189 Cal. App. 4th 1027. The case is important for contractors and the construction industry because even though our client, Mepco, did not have an attorneys’ provision in its contract with the district, the Mepco case stands for the proposition that an attorneys’ fees provision in a performance bond may be utilized by a contractor to recover its attorneys’ fees. The court stated: “We conclude that if Saddleback had prevailed on its claim for breach of the performance bond, it would have been entitled to recover the attorney fees that it incurred in prosecuting this action. Therefore, … Mepco and/or Hartford are entitled to the attorney fees that they incurred in defending against Saddleback's performance bond claim.” Mepco at 1047-1048. That said, public contract lawyers will undoubtedly take the position that unless the public entity makes a claim against the contractor’s bond, the attorneys’ fees provisions in those bonds are not triggered. I would argue, on the other hand, that under Mepco a contractor may rely on an attorneys’ fees provisions in a bond whether or not the public entity makes a claim on the bond.

CalChamber Releases List of New Employment Laws Affecting Businesses in 2011 Now, I'm sure all of you read my year end report, but just as a reminder, following is the California Chamber's list of new laws that will take effect on January 1, 2011:

Workers' Compensation Notice Requirements The posting and notice requirements were amended in 2010 to require additional information about Managed Professional Networks (MPNs). Employers with MPNs that provide treatment for workers' compensation claims must display the required workers' compensation poster (Notice to Employees - Injuries Caused by Work) as well as additional information about the MPN(s) the employer uses. The workers' compensation pamphlet must also include information about MPNs.

Workers' Compensation for Roofing Contractors AB 2305 extends the requirement that contractors with a C-39 roofing classification obtain and maintain workers' compensation insurance, even if they have no employees. This requirement was set to expire on January 1, 2011, and is now extended until January 1, 2013. Additionally, after January 1, 2011, any active license will be suspended if the C-39 roofing classification was removed and the licensee is found to have employees and lack a valid certificate of workers' compensation insurance.

Workers' Compensation Stop Orders SB 1254 authorizes the registrar of contractors to issue a stop order (effective immediately on service of the order) to any contractor (licensed or unlicensed) who failed to secure workers' compensation coverage for his/her employees. Additionally, employees affected by the work stoppage must be paid by the employer for lost time, up to 10 days, while the employer seeks to comply with the law. Failure to observe the stop order is punishable by a misdemeanor (up to 60 days in county jail) and/or a fine of up to $10,000. The legislation also implements a means by which the employer may protest the stop order and request a hearing on the matter.

Organ and Bone Marrow Donor Leave California employers with 15 or more employees must now provide the following paid leaves to employees who choose to donate organs or bone marrow:

• Organ donors — must be provided a 30-day (workdays) leave of absence in any one-year period

• Bone marrow donors - must be provided a leave of absence up to five workdays in any one-year period

The statute says that such leave does not run concurrently with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). However, state law cannot override federal law. Therefore, leave for the purpose of donating bone marrow or an organ may run concurrently with FMLA if the employer is a covered employer and the employee is eligible for FMLA.

Heat Illness Regulations Revised A revised heat illness standard went into effect November 4, 2010. In addition to revisions related to shade and other safety precautions, the new standard includes changes to training requirements for both supervisory and nonsupervisory employees. Such training is now required to be given before employees begin work that "should reasonably be anticipated to result in exposure to the risk of heat illness."

GINA Regulations Finalized The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued final regulations on November 9 that implement the employment provisions (Title II) of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA). GINA prohibits use of genetic information to make decisions about health insurance and employment, and restricts the acquisition and disclosure of genetic information. GINA applies to private employers with 15 or more employees and generally prohibits employers from requesting an applicant's or employee's genetic information, even if the employer never uses that information.

Wage Claim Appeal — Bond Requirement According to AB 2772, an employer filing an unpaid wage claim appeal must post a bond with the court, in the amount of the judgment rendered in the administrative hearing. Employers must also provide written notification to the other parties and the Labor Commissioner of the bond posting.

AB 569 — Exemptions to Meal Breaks This new law exempts construction workers from California's meal break requirements if those employees are covered by a valid collective bargaining agreement containing specified terms, including meal period provisions.

Investigating Serious Safety Violations A revision to the California Labor Code establishes new procedures and standards for an investigation of a serious violation in the workplace and establishes a rebuttable presumption as to when a serious violation has been committed by an employer. Under previous law, a serious violation was "deemed to exist if there was a substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result from a violation." The change creates a "rebuttable presumption that a serious violation exists if Cal/OSHA demonstrates that there is a realistic possibility that death or serious physical harm could result from the actual hazard created by the violation."

Providing Access for Persons with Disabilities On July 23, 2010, Attorney General Eric Holder signed final regulations revising the Justice Department's Americans with Disabilities Act regulations, including the ADA Standards for Accessible Design. The official text was published in the Federal Register on September 15, 2010.

San Francisco Ordinance — Minimum Wage The San Francisco 2011 city minimum wage will increase to $9.92 per hour, effective January 1, 2011. The ordinance requires a poster that must be displayed in each workplace in English, Spanish, Chinese and any other language spoken by at least five percent of the workforce. The poster is updated annually by the San Francisco Office of Labor Standards Enforcement. The ordinance further provides that a notice containing the employer's name, address and telephone number must also be given to every employee at the time of hire.

San Francisco Health Care Security Ordinance An employee who is a manager, supervisor or confidential employee who earns at or above an annual salary of $81,450 (or $39.16/hour) in 2011 is exempt from coverage under the San Francisco Health Care Security Ordinance.

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Dear Members: I’d like to introduce myself to those of you that I have not yet had the opportunity to meet. My name is Chelsea Sabre Lee and I am the Benefits Consultant for the Marin Builders Association. I am responsible for assisting members with all of their health insurance needs - whether it’s Group, Individual & Family or Medicare. I will be on-site at the Marin Builders Association at least 1 day a week to assist participating members and meet with prospective members. My schedule for the month of December 2010 is shown in the calendar below. I invite you to please give me a call at (800) 437-8770, schedule an appointment or just stop by to say hello if you are in the area. I can also be reached via email at [email protected].

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San Joaquin Air Regulations Upheld by Court -

Does Not Bode Well For Rest of State! BY: Phil Vermeulen, Legislative Advocate

Also In This Update

• Voters Will Likely Have Decisions on State Budget • IRS Issues 2011 Mileage Rates

The San Francisco Chronicle reported this morning that a federal appeals court has upheld San Joaquin Valley air-quality rules limiting harmful emissions from housing developments and other construction projects, a decision that could "boost" similar plans in the Bay Area and elsewhere around the state. The National Association of Home Builders challenged regulations passed in 2005 by the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District for eight counties, from San Joaquin to Kern, that have some of the nation's dirtiest air. The rules require developers to cut emissions substantially - by 45 percent below the average amount of particulates typically spewed by construction equipment - or pay a fee. The builders said the district was trying to set emissions standards for trucks and other construction vehicles, which are regulated solely by the federal government. But the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco ruled 2-1 on Tuesday that the district's limits were based on the amount of air pollution from each development site, not individual vehicles. Although the rules may affect engine emissions or encourage developers to use lower-polluting vehicles, they are part of a local agency's authority to regulate land use, the court said. A state appellate court and a federal judge also had upheld the rules. The builders association could ask the full appeals court for a rehearing or appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. The state attorney general's office and environmental groups filed arguments supporting the district. Attorney Paul Cort of Earthjustice, which represented Environmental Defense and several Sierra Club chapters, said the ruling was the first on the issue from a federal appeals court and "will empower other areas to follow suit." Locally, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District is considering its own limits on emissions from new development and construction, spokeswoman Lisa Fasano said Wednesday. The district is monitoring the San Joaquin Valley's approach "to provide some guidance about how we might move to a similar rule," she said. But the district is about a year away from adopting regulations and has not decided whether to propose project-by-project emissions limits or other features of the valley's rules, Fasano said. The Bay Area suffers from some of the same pollutants as the San Joaquin Valley, such as airborne particulates, but it comes from different sources - more from diesel trucks, overall traffic and winter wood-burning and less from farms and dairies, she said. The court ruling nonetheless "will bode well for the Bay Area," Fasano said.

Tough Choices Ahead for Voters on State Budget The LA Times reports this morning that California voters could be presented with a tough choice by summer under a proposal that Gov.-elect Jerry Brown is considering: Approve new taxes or other revenue in a special election, or live with far fewer government services. Brown is holding talks with small groups of lawmakers and influential interest groups about how to put that decision before the public. He won't discuss his plans publicly, but people involved in the private discussions expect him to propose a special election after enacting a dire austerity budget in the spring. State Senate minority leader Bob Dutton (R-Rancho Cucamonga), who met with Brown this week, said the governor-elect told Republican senators he wants to "rip the Band-Aid off next year" and hinted that a special election was part of the plan. "He intimated strongly that he wanted to go to the ballot but did not say so explicitly," Dutton said. The discussions are the first indication of how Brown may be planning to address the state's budget deficit, which he has identified as his immediate priority. By law, he must propose a balanced budget by Jan. 10, and he vowed while campaigning not to raise taxes without voters' OK. Bipartisan support would be required in the Legislature to place a budget measure on the ballot. Republicans may go along, Dutton said, if a revenue hike were proposed alongside meaningful changes in the budget process. "If you were talking about a complete structural reform that could not be changed, then yeah, we'd be happy to work with" the Brown administration, Dutton said. Senate Budget Committee Chairman Mark Leno (D- San Francisco), who said he has had informal discussions with Brown, said a special election "would have to be next June," in time for the fiscal year that starts July 1. "We are looking at a $25-billion deficit," Leno said. "Voters need to understand what damage would be done if it were resolved with cuts alone." A summer election would require the Legislature to pass a budget by about March, Leno said — months before lawmakers typically reach a consensus on spending. That plan would probably be marked by extreme austerity measures that voters would have to live with if they did not approve a tax increase or some other way of raising revenue, Leno said. Brown hosted a public budget forum with state and local lawmakers Wednesday but made it clear that he was not ready to talk about specific proposals to close the budget gap. "Today, we're not going to argue about solutions," Brown said.

But during the campaign, Brown talked openly about asking voters to help fix the state's budget problems. "Anything you do, whether you cut or seek revenue, is going to require a vote of the people, and that's really my plan," he told CNBC in June. "The governor's main job is not just to have a few good ideas, but to lead a process whereby the people have teed up for them some key decisions about what we're going to do less, and what we're going to do different, or if we want to pay for some more money." Brown has been conferring with advisors who specialize in campaigns and elections. Last week, he and his wife, Anne Gust, were spotted huddling with a team of advisors in a private room in a downtown Sacramento restaurant. Among those in attendance were pollster Jim Moore, campaign strategist David Townsend and Republican consultant Jack Flanigan — tacticians who could help him with a ballot strategy. If Brown calls for a special election in 2011, selling a tax plan to voters could be a major challenge. In 2009, the Legislature and Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger placed six budget-related measures on a special-election ballot. They included extending temporary tax hikes as well as proposed limits on future state spending. Voters overwhelmingly rejected them. "The public is very, very skeptical of anything Sacramento does," said Adam Mendelsohn, an adviser to Schwarzenegger who worked on the 2009 special-election campaign. "One of the things that was so apparent after the 2009 election was how difficult it was to go out and get the public to endorse a plan created by Sacramento to help Sacramento…. There's very much a sense of, 'It's your problem, figure out how to solve it. Don't ask us to do your job.'" Kevin Gordon, a political adviser to education groups, said Wednesday's budget forum was Brown's first step in "taking the public's temperature." At the forum, the governor-elect summoned fiscal experts to outline the state's financial problems. They warned of skyrocketing debt and chronic budget shortfalls. State Controller John Chiang brought one of the few moments of levity, comparing himself and his fiscal colleagues to the "four horsemen of the Apocalypse." Brown noted that the budget shortfall, projected over the next 18 months, is larger than annual state spending on prisons, welfare and the University of California and California State University systems combined. "What we're looking at today is much worse than it's ever been before," Brown said. Still, he struck an upbeat note. He said there exists "a zone of potential common agreement, and that's where I'm going to focus in the coming months."

IRS Issues 2011 Standard Mileage Rates The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently announced the 2011 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. Beginning on January 1, 2011, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be:

• 51 cents per mile for business miles driven; • 19 cents per mile driven for medical or moving purposes; and • 14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations.

The standard mileage rate for business is based on an annual study of the fixed and variable costs of operating an automobile. The rate for medical and moving purposes is based on the variable costs as determined by the same study. A taxpayer may not use the business standard mileage rate for a vehicle after using any depreciation method under the Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) or after claiming a Section 179 deduction for that vehicle. In addition, the business standard mileage rate cannot be used for any vehicle used for hire or for more than four vehicles used simultaneously. Taxpayers always have the option of calculating the actual costs of using their vehicle rather than using the standard mileage rates. For more information, visit the IRS website at www.irs.gov.

The San Rafael Chamber of Commerce is receiving calls re-questing referrals for various building industry professionals. To broaden their inventory of quality professionals that they can refer, the San Rafael Chamber is inviting Marin Builders Association members to join their organization. While there is a membership fee (varies based on the number of employees), the Chamber will waive the $65.00 administrative fee. When you join, their new member benefit package exceeds $2,900.00. With approximately 600 members representing 10,000 North Bay employees, the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce is the largest and most active Chamber in Marin County. In addition to promoting the local business community, the Chamber sponsors major events workshops, and after hour mixers which attract thousands of people each year. These gatherings are excellent opportunities to network, gain new clients and promote your business. For more information about the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce and membership, visit

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Kalb's Q&A for Contractors By David Kalb, President of Capitol Services, Inc. California electricians might be ‘shocked’, but a new no-holds-barred policy on certification may leave some contractors ‘grounded.’ The new calendar will bring new regulations, and ‘digging’ into the underground economy is one focus, particularly for contractors not providing insurance coverage to their workers. I’ll show a license Qualifier how to get his own individual sole owner’s license, at the same time..

According to the Contractors State License Board (CSLB), and effective immediately, it has established a zero-tolerance enforcement policy and will pursue legal action against any “C-10” Electrical contractor who willfully employs even one uncertified employee who is performing work as an electrician.

The CSLB is legally required to open an investigation and initiate disciplinary action against the contractor, which may include license suspension or revocation, within 60 days of receipt of a referral or complaint from the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS).

According to the CSLB, Labor Code Section 3099 clearly states that certification by the DAS is required for anyone who performs work as an electrician for “C-10” Electrical contractors (the law does not pertain to other license classifications such as “C-7”, “B”, “A”, or “C-20”).

Electricians are defined as all persons who engage in the connection of electrical devices for “C-10” contractors. It is the Board’s position that a certified electrician or an approved apprentice must perform all electrical work. The actual licensed contractor (Qualifying individual) does not need to be certified. For more information on these DAS requirements, including how to become certified, visit Capitol Services Online Resources page at www.cutredtape.com.

Q: I understand there is a new law, which deals with Worker’s Compensation requirements. Could you summarize this law and let me know

what impact it may have on my business. I carry Worker’s Comp for my employees but it’s getting tougher every day to keep up with all these business expenses.

A: Effective January 1, 2011, the CSLB will be able to issue a “stop order” to any licensed or unlicensed contractor who fails to carry Worker’s Compensation Insurance coverage for his or her employees. Since you’re already complying with this requirement, this new law should not directly impact your business. However, if the law forces some of your competitors -- that are not now covering their employees -- an indirect effect will be to ‘level’ the playing field for licensees, like yourself, who are complying with the law

The new law will be one more tool in the Board’s fight against the “underground economy”. The CSLB will now have unprecedented authority to stop unlicensed and/or uninsured activities. According to the CSLB, failure to comply with a stop order will be a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 60 days in jail and/or a fine up to $10,000.

Q: As a member of my local Builder’s Exchange, I enjoy your weekly questions and answers. Here's one for you. I am the Responsible Managing Officer (RMO) for my corporation and hold a "B" and "C-17" license. I personally would like to have my own “Sole Ownership” contractor’s license to perform side jobs in the future. How would I go about securing a "B" license and would I have to go thru testing, fingerprinting etc? Thank you for your time and response. A: As the RMO for your company, you can apply for a Sole Owner license for the same classifications you presently qualify (“B” and “C-17”) – with NO further testing. Fingerprinting may be necessary if you haven’t already gone through the Live Scan process with the CSLB (this was started in 2005). To secure an ACTIVE Sole Owner license you must own at least 20% of your present corporation; file a new application for Original License (7065 Waiver); post a new bond and carry Worker’s Compensation Insurance, if you hire any employees. While knowledge is power, knowing where to go for the answers is half the battle. Get expert assistance immediately when you call 866-443-0657, email [email protected], or write me at Capitol Services, Inc., 1225 8th St. Ste. 580, Sacramento, CA 95814. Research past columns at www.cutredtape.com.

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Proven Sales Techniques Tips that help close deals again and again

There's always room for improvement in sales — even masters have to brush up on the basics every once in a while. Maintaining a focus on self-improvement will keep your sales skills sharp and effective. Here are a few sales basics that are always worth revisiting and keeping a fresh focus on:

1. Know your product. The most credible salespeople know their products as well as they know themselves. Customers can sense when a salesperson is an expert on their product, and feel more assured when making a purchase. Actually using your product and getting familiar with its strengths and weaknesses will help you create a connection with the customer by answering their questions from personal experience. For example, if you're selling vacuum cleaners, a firm knowledge of the product will enable you to understand and answer a potential customer's technical questions and also make you familiar with the product strengths you want to emphasize.

2. Listen more than you speak. It's easy for a salesperson to fall into the trap of talking too much. Sometimes nerves can increase the chatter, and other times a salesperson will just want to explain too much about the product at once without letting the customer ask questions. A truly effective salesperson can gauge how their customer is receiving their message and will stop talking before their target loses interest. If you listen to the customer more than you speak and can still generate a sale, you've pulled off the perfect pitch.

3. Plan in the long-term. A great perk of a career involving sales is the instant gratification: you have something to be proud of every time that you make a sale. However, that also makes it easy to forget the long-term picture. Beware of focusing too much on the present and not enough on setting the foundation for closing sales in the coming weeks and months. Don't neglect future sales opportunities even if you already have a major deal in the works. If you avoid placing all your eggs in a single basket, you create a safety net for your company and also create a strong basis for future sales.

Date Owner Contractor Project Address Work Value

Larkspur17-Nov Marjorie Swig SFG Construction 559-6025 85 Corte Baristo Bath/Rmd 20,000.00$

J Bassler 461-4618 Novato Glass, Inc 897-5117 70 Corte Real Windows 7,000.00$

18-Nov I Safapour 812-2024 Owner/Builder 370 Eliseo Drive Deck/AC 20,000.00$

B Zasglin 578-8246 Luminalt Energy Corp 641-4000 304 Wlliam Avenue Solar 16,000.00$

J Geissberger 310-2243Westridge Builders 916-660-9919 1321 South Eliseo #10 TI 94,340.00$

J Geissberger 310-2243Westridge Builders 916-660-9919 1321 South Eliseo #10 Demolition 42,904.00$

Ross Valley Homes Debbie McDermott 650-722-0367 501 Via Casitas Rmd 14,000.00$

22-Nov T Sternberg 927-0820 Apperson/Hoog 497-5624 8 Monte Vista Avenue Windows 24,600.00$

R Aycock Arrow Sign Company 510-533-769 575 Sir Francis Drake Signage 22,000.00$

23-Nov Equity Office RFW Builders 710-7039 300 Drakes Landing Rpr/Rplc 20,000.00$

Triple Investments Owner/Builder 720-0650 883 Magnolia Avenue Kit/Rmd 15,000.00$

24-Nov L Marchesiello Owner 305-6539 2 South Green SFD 700,000.00$

29-Nov N Senini 298-6077 Eco Village Const 246-8514 274 Harvard Drive Bath/Rmd 35,000.00$

D Schnapf 640-5214 Earthquake Safety Inc 90 Corte Loyola Substructural 11,000.00$

C Jones 924-6577 Rushton-Chartock 457-2802 19 Holly Avenue Rmd 90,000.00$

T Goepert Lema Construction 510-750-6402 201 Riviera Windows 7,900.00$

Schten 892-3112 Highbaugh Electric 510-728-8459 16 Via La Brisa Electrical 10,500.00$

CapeMarin HOA Acker & Guerrero 510-261-7227 Laderman Avenue ReRoof 19,004.00$

30-Nov Larkspur Court Apts Community Reconst 650-692-3030100 Old Quarry Road Breezways 75,000.00$

R Gardner 945-9822 Owner/Builder 54 Via La Brisa Rmd 77,682.00$

1-Dec R Peluso 609-1878 Solar City 650-638-1028 124 Via La Cumbre Solar 16,000.00$

Permits - Permits - Permits - Permits - Permits

Turizen 209-614-0517 Forster Pump 459-4770 40 Murry Avenue Demo/Fill Inc 10,000.00$

K Chapman 640-7317 Flint Construction 461-8776 31 Cielo Kit/Bath/Rmd 100,000.00$

2-Dec Allen Andrew Real Goods Solar 456-2800 122 Pepper Avenue Solar 22,671.00$

Noreen Evans Burns Builders 272-7751 81 Via Navarro Stabilization 20,000.00$

Terry Philip 924-5057 Owner/Builder 82 Diane Lane Windows 8,000.00$

6-Dec J Jansheski 740-2968 Tank Not 794-2084 4 Elizabeth Circle Water Heater 5,999.00$

Marin County Mart Plant Construction 285-0500 2413 Larkspur Landing TI 37,500.00$

9-Dec K Russell 891-6645 Safe & Warm Chimney 39 Cornell Avenue Fireplace 5,472.00$

Kindred Healthcare Burch Plumbing 883-8135 1220 South Eliseo Drive Water Heater 13,940.00$

D Bullmann 461-8411 Henry Mechanical 707-838-3311 160 La Cuesta Furnace 10,366.00$

13-Dec Jank Jerilyn Allen Heating 924-2425 42 Olive Avenue Furnace 5,990.00$

Ben Sellers Versaggi Const 707-996-5033 19 Midway Road Demo/Rmd 48,000.00$

R Woodruff 924-5688 Northern California Bath 265 Riviera Bath/Rmd 7,000.00$

14-Dec J Chrisman 244-0847 American Window 707-258-0880 179 Altura Wind/Doors 7,573.00$

Mill Valley

1-Nov A Rabin 388-2805 G Mazzoleni 456-0741 260 Manor Drive ReRoof 16,070.00$

E Ursula G Mazzoleni 456-0741 155 Greenwich ReRoof 38,365.00$

C Canepa 459-4422 R Paterson 381-4174 141 Elinor Avenue Addn/Rmd 35,000.00$

A Klingen 381-1087 C Valenzuela 650-652-1036 4 Blithedale Rpr/Rplc 6,325.00$

B Stone 407-5366 Owner/Builder 505 Tamalpais Demolition 22,869.00$

K Brown 380-8572 I Glidden 279-4644 14 Lincoln Avenue Rmd 95,000.00$


Mill Valley

2-Nov M Escalle 383-2887 A Salarpi 297-7324 20 Midhill Drive Bath/Rmd 18,000.00$

R Pieper 309-1689 T Johnson 925-287-0444 156 Sycamore Bath/Rmd 14,875.00$

A Pratt 388-4502 Dylan Coleman 530-925-2586 18 Escalon Ret/Wall 20,800.00$

4-Nov S Michel 381-3993 Owner/Builder 7 Nelson Avenue Bath/Rmd 45,000.00$

L Morgaon 300-6503 Beau Guthrie 898-2027 302 Sycamore Drainage 15,000.00$

5-Nov E Eissler 383-2112 Sean Condry 456-1658 185 Magee Avenue Ret/Wall 20,000.00$

8-Nov T Greenlee 250-5157 K Petersen 456-6602 11 Underhill Furnace 5,200.00$

9-Nov J Anderson 388-8520 J McKelvy 382-7717 271 Buena Vista Rmd 58,000.00$

D Sly 388-3077 Pete Knight 892-4394 9 Laurina Road Deck Rail 6,000.00$

W Higgins 388-8878 G Butler 332-3388 21 Greenwood Addn/Rmd 675,000.00$

B Katz 388-7268 John Onken 380-0474 405 Summit Avenue Garage 325,000.00$

R Zambrano Rob Hymes 650-375-5955 760 Edgewood Avenue Solar 50,000.00$

10-Nov H Robinson 381-8412 Robert Edmonds 913-7945 7 Sarah Drive Rmd 331,500.00$

B Curtis 383-1515 G Dedona 383-7107 136 Oakdale Avenue Addn/Rmd 35,000.00$

J Powell 505-0771 Jon Wills 786-7308 104 Underhill ReRoof 13,000.00$

T Allison 623-5053 O Guastella 472-2800 107 Oakdale ReRoof 23,800.00$

15-Nov J Yarnell K Petersen 456-6602 363 Vista Linda AC 6,000.00$

R Hoskins K Petersen 456-6602 38 Helens Lane ReRoof 33,770.00$

M Means 206-734-530 John Pheif 381-8150 43 Elaine Avenue Addn/Rmd 450,000.00$

17-Nov R Petrick 380-3800 Allen Heating 924-2425 319 Miller Avenue ReRoof 5,200.00$


E Carroll 606-5157 Heather Hart 399-8700 18 Mirabell Avenue Addn/Rmd 950,000.00$

J Wickman Owner/Builder 49 Park Terrace Kit/Rmd 10,000.00$

D Giannini Ana Gomez 990-5384 650 E Blithedale Antennas 15,000.00$

18-Nov M Weiner T Walsh 203-9806 173 Oakdale Shoring 7,900.00$

T Ahrens 271-9600 Owner/Builder 175 Locust Avenue Stairs 15,000.00$

22-Nov Janet Campbell Jon Wills 786-7308 21 Parkwood ReRoof 8,900.00$

23-Nov D Kelly 381-7200 Sharon Portnoy 380-0878 18 Dorset Lane Addn/Rmd 65,000.00$

B Cowley 388-2597 Joe McGuire 888-8812 20 Walnut Aveue Trellis 23,000.00$

24-Nov K Delagnes 383-0983 M Prosch 925-628-7048 42 Midhill Drive Rmd 100,000.00$

29-Nov C Huson 381-2660 J McLaughlin 892-6053 172 Oakdale ReRoof 10,100.00$

P Chiang 388-8893 Phil Kline 785-7177 85 Kipling Drive Addn/Rmd 55,000.00$

30-Nov K Butler 383-1699 Kathy Petersen 456-6602 118 Buena Vista Sewer 7,500.00$

Novato6-Dec Terri Fachko Owner/Builder 1 Harris Hill Drive Rmd 50,000.00$

Sana Karim Owner/Builder 612 Mauel Drive Rmd 25,000.00$

Thomas Jackson Owner/Builder 707 Lamont Avenue Rmd 6,000.00$

Professional Invrs Owner/Builder 475 Ignacio Blvd Rmd 15,080.00$ Bridget M Cooper Owner/Builder 1752 Center Road Rmd 7,000.00$ Ranjan Shah Steel Roofing Systems Inc 471 San Marin Drive ReRoof 18,000.00$ Kathleen M Russo Owner/Builder 451 San Marin Drive Windows 6,150.00$


Novato7-Dec Thomas A Spanier Bay Building & Remodel 459 Ridge Road Rmd 15,000.00$

David Geisler SolarCraft Services Inc 117 Chapel Hill Raod Solar 30,000.00$

8-Dec Kelly Farhangi Rogers Services 14 Commercial Blvd HVAC 7,000.00$

Donald Glenn Gene Burch Plumbing & Heating 1174 McClelland Drive HVAC 6,140.00$ Robert Beale Gene Burch Plumbing & Heating 119 Cobblestone Court HVAC 5,840.00$

Jeffrey Woldrich Gene Burch Plumbing & Heating 256 San Ramon Way HVAC 5,050.00$

Rachel N Dent Gene Burch Plumbing & Heating 74 Robinhood Drive HVAC 11,627.00$

9-Nov Michael C Tessin Owner/Builder 75 San Miguel Way Rmd 5,000.00$

Mark S Philbrook Building Solutions 4 Hayes Street Rmd 62,000.00$

Marin Hamilton LLC Advanced Conservation Services 791 Story Book Court Windows 9,934.00$

Joseph De Loro Mike D'Ellicio 223 Michele Circle Windows 5,954.00$

Tiburon7-Dec C Margolis Chalstrom Builders 461-2912 40 Seafirth Road Bath/Rmd 40,000.00$

8-Dec K Sack 435-5396 Forster Pump 459-4770 4 Paseo Mirasol Ret/Wall 15,000.00$

D Aronovsky Phillips Roofing 925-682-0731 108 Howard Drive ReRoof 15,000.00$

Tiburon Peninsula Jamba Const 435-4481 1600 Mar West Street Kit/Rmd 40,000.00$

9-Dec Andrew Hunt Castle Const 344-3413 28 Redding Court Rmd 350,000.00$


Owner Address Contractor Work Value

Received11-Dec

Dale Miller 87 Mt Tallac Court San Rafael Solar 10,000.00$

Heather Hawkins 522 Northern Avenue Mill Valley Addn/Rmd 480,000.00$

Rodney Ruskin 112 Oak Drive San Rafael Solar 18,716.00$

Scott R Hunter 32 Gate 6 1/2 Sausalito Solarium 10,000.00$

Diana Kissil 1014 Erica Road Mill Valley Addn/Rmd 100,000.00$

Eldon Schriock 921 Valley View Lane Mill Valley Cardeck 75,000.00$ James H Sutton 3715 St Route 1 Stinson Beach Second Unit 128,000.00$ Roger Slieght 320 Deertrail Lane Mill Valley Deck 15,000.00$ Patricia A Nolan 65 Calypso Shores Novato Atrium 45,000.00$ Ann Joy Jo 151 Wild Horse Valley Dr Novato Storage 7,800.00$ Friedman 55 Luzanne Circle San Anselmo Ret/Wall 11,000.00$

Timothy Johnson 2900 Las Gallinas Avenue San Rafael Ret/Wall 10,000.00$

Timothy Johnson 2900 Las Gallinas Avenue San Rafael Pool 80,000.00$

Robert M Prenter 250 Highland Avenue San Rafael Furnace 5,500.00$

Robert G Ireson 161 Vista Grande Greenbrae Windows 15,709.00$

Avril A Couris 5 Starboard Court Mill Valley Boiler 7,990.00$

Robert Branick 440 E Strawberry Dr Mill Valley Boiler 6,875.00$

Dhruv V Ratra 400 Ellen Drive San Rafael Solar 29,000.00$

Issued11-Dec

Thomas K Porter 45 Idlewood Road Kentfield Steve Rempe GC Addn 20,000.00$

J li S k 406 Vi k C Mill V ll O /B ild Add 14 200 00$

County of Marin Permits

Julia Storek 406 Viewpark Court Mill Valley Owner/Builder Addn 14,200.00$

Karl Jacob 79 Trinidad Drive Tiburon Bevan Construction Addn 35,000.00$

Stephen J Stadnicki 155 De Burgh Drive San Anselmo Cal Bay Service Furnace 13,604.00$

Robert M Prenter 250 Highland Avenue San Rafael Ongaro & Sons Inc Furnace 5,500.00$

Richard F Hoskins 60 Escondido Way Inverness Anstey Builders Shed 8,500.00$

William S Fisher 7 Triple C Ranch Road San Anselmo Redhorse Constructors Rmd 29,000.00$

Abe Masamitsu 121 Gregory Drive Fairfax Di Paula Roofing ReRoof 7,700.00$

Michael Axelrod 324 Deertrail Lane Mill Valley Phil Park Construction Carport 22,000.00$

Equity Office 100 Shoreline Hwy Bldg B WCI-GC Inc Rmd 40,000.00$

Equity Office 100 Shoreline Hwy Bldg B #380 WCI-GC Inc TI 79,000.00$



Robert J Minton 57 Greenbrae Boardwalk Greenbrae Robert J Minton Addn 18,500.00$

Jeffrey C Pratt 15 Wildwood Lane Novato Owner/Builder Addn 75,000.00$

Alex/Lisa Salkever 375 Marin Avenue Mill Valley Tim Walsh Windows 50,000.00$

Robert G Ireson 161 Vista Grande Greenbrae Charles Window & Doors Windows 15,709.00$

Paul F McKown 602 Amaranth Blvd Mill Valley Harney Construction Parking D 26,500.00$

Mark C Campton 921 Alturas Way Mill Valley Real Goods Solar Marin Solar 23,361.00$

County of Marin 120 North Redwood Drive San Rafael Euro Sytle Management Bath/Rmd 75,000.00$

Amy Roediger 4 Pine Ridge Way Mill Valley Capstone Roofing ReRoof 10,500.00$

Rubin Asher 300 Summit Avenue San Rafael Burch Plumbing Inc Furnace 6,170.00$

Richard D Stewart 358 Carrera Drive Mill Valley Thomason Mechanical Furnace 10,003.00$

Steven L Fisher 107 Richardson Drive Mill Valleu Nor Cal Legacy Builder Deck 35,000.00$

Raymond Meluch 115 Trish Drive Novato Kelly Plumbing & Heat Furnace 5,100.00$

Jessica McGill 722 Calle De La Mesa Novato Tom Shores Foundation B 9,000.00$

Creating Your Own Opportunities

How to focus your approach to bring in more sales leads

The best way to keep your business thriving and build customer loyalty, regardless of the economic climate, is to continually reinvent and re-energize your marketing efforts. But that doesn't mean you have to spend a lot more money. With a little creativity, you can offer something new and different to customers to help maintain, or even boost, repeat purchases and customer retention:

In a challenging business climate like todays, it's important to be aggressive in generating sales leads. Rather than wait for customers to come to you, you need to create sales opportunities. Allotting a regular percentage of your time daily or weekly to uncovering new sales opportunities will ensure that your efforts remain focused. Here are a few simple tips on how to find and create sales leads, act on them, and keep communication open for closing deals:

• Stay organized. Chances are you have customers who could be buying even more from you. What's stopping them? Often they just don't realize that you have the offerings to fill their need. By keeping detailed records and paying attention to your customers' activity, you can find ways to potentially sell more related products and services. Try maintaining a spreadsheet to keep track of products that customers are already using, and noting other products and services that might appeal to them based on their current behaviors. For example, if you own a camera store and have customers who regularly buy film, make sure they know if you offer services like developing film or repairing film cameras.

• Get out there! One of the most important elements of lead generation is getting out and finding the people who might be interested in your offering. In-person networking has a lot of direct benefits — for example, making a personal impression with prospective customers and learning about their habits. A good place to start is by becoming involved in organizations whose membership shares a common ground with your business. If you own an art gallery, become involved with a local lecture series at your local museum, or an art school. If you can become a resource to the group or a valued contributor, you'll build credibility for yourself that will carry over to your business.

• Keep your integrity. Trust is the cornerstone of any sale. If a potential customer doesn't trust that you have their best interest in mind, they probably won't do business with you. This trust is built on your integrity, which means doing the right thing by your customers in every way. If you know that you're conducting yourself with integrity, there will be no guilt or secrets that will keep you from talking to customers or make you hesitant to answer their questions.

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Play Giveaway

Why promotional products work for any business

A recent study by the Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) found that 83% of consumers like receiving a promotional product with an advertising message, and 48% would like to receive promotional products more often — which helps explain why branded products consistently outperform Internet, broadcast, outdoor, and yellow page advertising. Here are four reasons why you should consider promotional products — from T-shirts and key chains to water bottles and coffee mugs — for your company as a brand-building tool:

1. They're memorable. According to the PPAI study, of those respondents who had a promotional product in their possession, 76% could recall the advertiser, the message, and the product, and more than half said they keep a promotional product anywhere from one to four years. Now that's effective advertising!

2. They become "mobile" advertisements. Branded products are typically seen by lots of eyes over their lifespan. For example, reusable shopping bags at Whole Foods are often toted around in public or used as beach bags, increasing the brand's exposure.

3. They make a statement. Everybody loves receiving free gifts, but more than that, everyone loves to feel appreciated. Giving away useful, high-quality branded products can be a unique way to show your customers that you value their business.

4. They can foster pride within your company. Customers aren't the only ones who should receive promotional products as part of your brand identity marketing efforts; consider handing them out to your employees. That will foster pride in your company both in and outside the organization, and show employees that you genuinely care about

them.

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ADVERTISING

INVITATION FOR SUBCONTRACTOR'S BIDWe are requesting sub bids and material quotes from City of Oakland Certified SLRBE

SLBE, LBE (70% Goal with PLA Carve out) and ALL other subcontractors and suppliers

(JVs and partnerships with local firms strongly encouraged) on the following project:

Title: Highland E.S. New Classroom Building Est: $12M

Bid Date & Time: 1/12/11 2:00 PM Location: Oakland, CA

Owner: Oakland USD c/o ADco/Turner Group/Alten JV

Plans & Specifications are available for review and take-off in 3 locations below &

on our Website's Plan Link @ www.altenconstruction.com (Bidding/Current Bidlist)

In order for bids to be considered, they must be received at our office bymail, phone or fax one hour prior to bid closing time.

ADCO / TURNER GROUP / ALTEN JV IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

ADco / TURNER GROUP/ ALTEN JV720 12th Street, Richmond, CA 94801 Phone: 510-234-4200 Fax: 510-234-4221

Scope: Construction of the new classroom building, select demo and renovation necessary for the modernization to

existing buildings including associated civil, landscape, architectural, structural, plumbing, mechanical & electrical.

Trades Needed (but not limited to): Haz Mat; Demolition; Earthwork; Erosion Control; Site Drainage; Water

Distribution; Sanitary Sewer; Asphalt Paving; Unit Pavers; Pavement Markings; Site Signage; Street & Site

Furnishings; Playground Equipment; Rubber Mats; Landscape & Irrigation; Synthetic Turf; Fences and Gates; Site

Concrete; Concrete Reinforcement; Ready-Mix Concrete FOB; Concrete Block; Structural & Misc Steel; Engineered

Wood Products FOB; Finish Carpentry; Cabinets; Waterproofing; Concrete Moisture Control; Air Barriers; Insulation;

PVC Membrane Roofing; Metal Roofing; Sheet Metal Flashing; Firestopping; Skylights; Joint Sealants; Doors, Frames

& Hardware; Glass & Glazing; Cement Plaster; Gypboard and Metal Studs; Ceramic Tile; Epoxy Terrazzo; Acoustical

Ceilings; Resilient Flooring; Painting; Marker Boards; Tackwall; Toilet Accessories & Partitions; Misc Specialties;

Window Coverings; Misc Furnishings; Wheelchair Lifts; Elevators; Fire Sprinklers: Plumbing; HVAC; and Electrical.

Phone: 510-234-4200 Fax: 510-234-4221

Estimator Contact: Cliff Poulton ext. 38

[email protected]

Turner Group Construction: 1625 Filbert Street, Oakland, CA 94607 (510) 835-0444

ADco/SUDA: 1210 Excelsior Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 482-7020

Alten Construction: 720 12th Street, Richmond, CA 94801 (510) 234-4200 ext. 26

PREVAILING WAGE RATES, INSURANCE FORM CG2010 11/85 & WEEKLY CERTIFIED PAYROLL REPORTS ARE

REQUIRED. 100% PERFORMANCE & PAYMENT BONDS MAY BE REQUIRED. ADCO / TURNER GROUP / ALTEN JV

WILL PAY UP TO 1.5% OF BOND PREMIUM

WE WILL BE SIGNATORY TO THE CARPENTERS, LABORERS & PLUMBERS UNIONS


PROJECT BID SCHEDULE

Bid List Subject to Change Prior To Bid Date, Please Check With Association

Friday, December 17, 2010

SAN FRANCISCO

2:00 PM 12/17/2010Ref #: 0805

Bid Date:

Prebid Conf: 12/1/10@1:00 P.M.

Project involves the renovation of an historic building. The existing 48,000 sf structurre is 9 stories high over a basement. The bldg will be gutted, seismically upgraded and refurbished. When complete, the building will house 76 formerly homeless vet

Plan#: 1055 VETERANS COMMONS HOUSING PROJECT

10-01055

Addenda: 5 12/15/2010Project Type: HOUSING PROJECT

Contact: CAHILL CONTRACTORS, INC. 415-986-0600

CONCORD

2:00 PM 12/17/2010Ref #: 1284

Bid Date:

CONSTRUCTION OF CONCRETE CURB RAMPS, CURBS, GUTTERS AND SIDEWALKS AND OTHER RELATED WORK

Plan#: 1099 CITYWIDE ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS

NEW10-01099

Est. Cost: $375000Addenda: 0Project Type: PUBLIC IMPVS

Contact: CONCORD D.P.W. ENGINEERING SERVICES 925-671-3361

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

DAVIS

1:00 PM 12/21/2010Ref #: Q-214038

Bid Date:

Prebid Conf: MAND 12/8/10 10:00 AM

CONSTRUCTION OF EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS TO AN EXISTING PRE-ENGINEERED METAL BUILDING

Plan#: 1075

REBID: PRIMATE CENTER SHOP FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS

10-01075

Est. Cost: $205000Addenda: 0Project Type: IMPROVEMENTS

Contact: U.C. DAVIS, FACILITIES MGT, 650-752-6115

SAN FRANCISCO

2:00 PM 12/21/2010

Ref #: 10759

Bid Date:

Prebid Conf: MAND 12/1/10 2:00 PM

REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT WITH ALUMINUM WINDOWS INCLUDING WINDOW SHADES AND EXTERIOR PAINTING SURROUNDING WINDOWS WHERE REQUIRED

Plan#: 1077 ON-LI

ALVARADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WINDOW REPLACEMENT

10-01077

Est. Cost: $800000Addenda: 0

Project Type: WINDOW REPLACEMENT

Contact: SAN FRANCISCO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 415-355-6979

PETALUMA

2:00 PM 12/21/2010Ref #: C66401003

Bid Date:

INSTALLATION OF 6" WATER MAIN AND SERVICES, ABANDONMENT OF EXISTING 1-1/2" WATER MAIN AND SERVICES, FIRE HYDRANT REPLACEMENT AND OTHER RELATED WORK

Plan#: 1096

10TH STREET WATER AND SEWER MAIN REPLACEMENT

NEW10-01096

Addenda: 1 12/14/2010Project Type: SEWER/SANITATION

Contact: PETALUMA, CITY OF, D.W.R.C. 707-778-4546

OAKLANDPRE-QUALIFIED BIDDERS ONLY: SITE WORK FOR PORTABLE PAD, INTRUSION ALARM, FIRE ALARM, WATER/SEWER, PHONE,

Plan#: 957 ELMHURST MIDDLE SCHOOL WELLNESS CENTER

10-00957

2:00 PM 12/21/2010Ref #: 07078

Bid Date:


ELECTRICAL, DATA, DEMO AND BUILD OUT OF AN INTERIOR

Est. Cost: $400000Addenda: 3 12/7/2010Project Type: SCHOOL

Contact: OAKLAND U.S.D. FACILITIES PLANNING & MGT. 510-879-8640

OAKLAND

2:00 PM 12/21/2010Ref #: 07075

Bid Date:


PRE-QUALIFIED BIDDERS ONLY: SITE WORK FOR PORTABLE PAD. RETAINING WALL. INTRUSION ALARM, FIRE ALARM, WATER/SEWER, PHONE, ELECTRICAL, DATA, SETTING/RELOC PORTABLE, DEMO, AND BUILD OUT OF AN INTERIOR

Plan#: 958 SKYLINE HIGH SCHOOL WELLNESS CENTER

10-00958

Est. Cost: $400000Addenda: 3 12/7/2010Project Type: SCHOOL

Contact: OAKLAND U.S.D. FACILITIES PLANNING & MGT. 510-879-8640

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

WINDSOR

10:00 AM 12/28/2010Bid Date:

INTERIOR ACCESSIBILITY COMPLIANCE WORK, REPLACEMENT OF LAVATORIES AND FAUCETS AND MODIFICATIONS INCLUDING SITE WORK

Plan#: 1098

TOWN OF WINDSOR SENIOR CENTER ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS

NEW10-01098

Est. Cost: $24000Addenda: 0Project Type: ADA IMPROVEMENTS

Contact: WINDSOR, TOWN OF, DPW 707-838-5340

Monday, January 03, 2011

SANTA ROSA

3:00 PM 1/3/2011Ref #: 802.00

Bid Date:


CLASS "B" LICENSE REQUIREDPlan#: 1082

PINER HIGH SCHOOL KITCHEN FIRE RECONSTRUCTION

10-01082

Addenda: 0Project Type: RECONSTRUCTION

Contact: AXIA ARCHITECTS 707-542-4652

ALAMEDA

2:00 PM 1/3/2011Ref #: NO. P.W. 12-10-

34

Bid Date:UPGRADES TO SPECIFIED SANITARY SEWER PUMP STATIONSPlan#: 1089

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE PREPARATION OF ENGINEERING DOCUMENTS FOR THE UPGRADE OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA SEWER PUMP STATIONS, PHASE 2: IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS

10-01089

Addenda: 0Project Type: PUMP STATION

Contact: ALAMEDA, CITY OF, DPW 510-749-5855

ALAMEDASANITARY SEWER PUMP STATION UPGRADESPlan#: 1090

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE PREPARATION OF ENGINEERING DOCUMENTS FOR THE UPGRADE OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA SEWER PUMP STATIONS, PHASE 1: RELIABILITY IMPROVEMENTS

10-01090

2:00 PM 1/3/2011Ref #: NO. P.W. 12-10-

33

Bid Date:Addenda: 0

Project Type: PUMP STATION


ALAMEDA

2:00 PM 1/3/2011Ref #: NO. P.W. 12-10-

35

Bid Date:SANITARY SEWER PUMP STATIONS UPGRADEPlan#: 1091

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE PREPARATION OF ENGINEERING DOCUMENTS FOR THE UPGRADE OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA SEWER PUMP STATIONS, PHASE 3: BFI PUMP STATION REHABILITATIONJ

10-01091

Est. Cost: $1050000Addenda: 0Project Type: PUMP STATION


Thursday, January 06, 2011

TUOLUMNE COUNTY

2:00 PM 1/6/2011Ref #: HH-926

Bid Date:

Prebid Conf: 12/16/10 9:00 AM

CONSTRUCT FOUR NEW COMMUNICATIONS SITES IN STANISLAUS NATIONAL FOREST AND YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

Plan#: 1008 HETCH HETCHY MICROWAVE UPGRADE-PHASE 2

10-01008

Est. Cost: $3741000Addenda: 0Project Type: NEW CONSTRUCTION

Contact: SAN FRANCISCO P.U.C. 415-551-4603

PITTSBURG

2:00 PM 1/6/2011Bid Date:


CONSTRUCTION OF OFFICE SPACES, MEETING ROOM, RECEPTION AREA, KITCHEN AND ACCESSIBLE RESTROOM. CLASS "B" LICENSE REQUIRED. QUESTIONS TO JIM MILLER AT 925-427-9800

Plan#: 1067

PITTSBURG EDUCATION ASSOCIATION TENANT IMPROVEMENTS

10-01067

Addenda: 1 11/30/2010

Project Type: TENANT IMPROVEMENTS

Contact: PITTSBURG, CITY OF, REDEV. AGENCY 925-252-4044

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

DALY CITY

10:00 AM 1/11/2011Ref #: #CML-

5196(030)HP21L-6014(011)

Bid Date:

Prebid Conf: 12/10:30 AM

STREETSCAPE ENHANCEMENTS, TRANSIT PLAZAS, CUSTOM STRUCTURES, TRAFFIC SIGNAL UPGRADES, WATER SYSTEM UPGRADES, TRAFFIC SIGNING AND STRIPING

Plan#: 1069 TOP OF THE HILL IMPROVEMENTS

10-01069

Est. Cost: $3646848Addenda: 0Project Type: PUBLIC IMPVS

Contact: DALY CITY -CITY ENGINEER 650-991-8264

HEALDSBURG

2:00 PM 1/11/2011Ref #: 059

Bid Date:


ALTERATIONS TO CONVERT THE EXISTING MEDIA CENTER INTO THE DISTRICT OFFICE INCLUDING THE CONSTRUCTION OF INTERIOR PARTITIONS AND OTHER RELATED MODIFICATIONS

Plan#: 1072

ALTERATIONS TO THE DISTRICT OFFICE HEALDSBURG UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

10-01072

Addenda: 0Project Type: ALTERATIONS

Contact: CYNTHIA KETELSEN, AIA 707-829-8927

DALY CITYSEISMIC STRENGTHENING OF THE EXISTING TIMBER ROOF OF RESERVOIR 3, A POTABLE WATER RESERVOIR. WORK ALSO INCLUDES INSTALLING NEW STRUCTURAL STEEL HORIZONTAL BRACES AND OTHER RELATED WORK

Plan#: 1092 RESERVOIR 3 SEISMIC UPGRADES

10-01092

2:00 PM 1/11/2011Ref #: 41-385-708

Bid Date:Est. Cost: $303100Addenda: 0

Project Type: UPGRADES

Contact: DALY CITY -CITY ENGINEER 650-991-8264

EDEN TOWNSHIP

2:00 PM 1/11/2011Ref #: 2085

Bid Date:


INSTALL SHEAR BLOCKS AND CABLE RESTRAINERS AND OTHER RELATED WORK

Plan#: 1095

THE SEISMIC RETROFIT OF THE ELGIN STREET OVERCROSSING (BRIDGE NO. 33C-0237)

NEW10-01095

Addenda: 0Project Type: SEISMIC RETRO

Contact: ALAMEDA COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS AGENCY 510-670-5450

Richmond, CA

2:30 PM 1/11/2011Bid Date:

Prebid Conf: MAND 12/21/10 @ 3 pm or 1/4/11 @ 3 pm

Scope of work consisted of the construction of a new Concession Stand/Restroom Bldg. to include but not limited to permanent buildings; complete with HVAC system, plumbing system, electrical system, fire protection system, exterior lighting system, fixtur

Plan#: 1101

CONCESSION STAND & LIGHTS AT KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL

NEW10-01101

to $830000Addenda: 0Project Type: SCHOOL

Contact: WEST CONTRA COSTA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 510-338-5080

SANTA ROSA2:00 PM 1/11/2011

Ref #: 10-83-7 #1A

Bid Date:


Plan#: 1102

1315 AIRPORT BOULEVARD TENANT IMPROVEMENTS (GEOTHERMAL PUMP RETROFIT)

NEW10-01102

Est. Cost: $550000to $950000

Addenda: 0

Project Type: TENANT IMPROVEMENTS

Contact: SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY 707-547-1900

Wednesday, January 12, 2011

SONOMA COUNTY

3:00 PM 1/12/2011Ref #: WO7100

Bid Date:

Prebid Conf: 12/10/10 1:00 PM

INSTALLATION OF A NEW COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS VEHICLE FUELING STATION AND REPAVING OF AN EXISTING PARKING AREA

Plan#: 1078 SONOMA COUNTY TRANSIT CNG FUELING SYSTEM

10-01078

Addenda: 0Project Type: NEW CONSTRUCTION

Contact: SONOMA COUNTY TRANSIT 707-585-7516

PLEASANT HILL

1:30 PM 1/12/2011Ref #: 2016A

Bid Date:


CCTV INSPECTION OF THE EXISTING POTABLE WATER PIPE BEFORE THE PIPE REPLACEMENT OPERATION TO CONFIRM EXISTING PIPE CONDITIONS AND INSTALL POTABLE TEMP. BY-PASS PIPELINE SYSTEMS AT THREE SITES IN CONTRA COSTA AND ALAMEDA COUNTIES

Plan#: 1088 PIPE BURSTING PILOT PROJECT PHASE 2B

10-01088

Est. Cost: $385000to $535000

Addenda: 1 12/13/2010Project Type: PIPELINE

Contact: EBMUD, ENGINEERING SERVICES 510-287-1040

OAKLANDREMOVAL OF EXISTING SITE FEATURES AND HARDSCAPE ASSOCIATED WITH TWO SCHOOLS WITH MULTIPLE BUILDINGS ON A SINGLE SITE AND REMODEL OF MOST OF EXISTING SITE, COMPRISING NEW CONCRETE AND ASPHALT HARDSCAPE; LANDSCAPE AND PLANTING; PLAY STRUCTURES AND AREAS; GA

Plan#: 1097

NEW CLASSROOM BUILDING AND RENOVATION HIGHLAND SCHOOL CAMPUS

NEW10-01097

2:00 PM 1/12/2011Ref #: 06009

Bid Date:Est. Cost: $12000000Addenda: 0

Project Type: RENOVATION

Contact: ADco/TURNER GROUP/ALTEN JV 510-234-4200

Friday, January 14, 2011

SAUSALITO

2:00 PM 1/14/2011Bid Date:


DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING BOARDWALK, BATTER PILES AND MISC. STRUCTURES; THE RELOCATION AND/OR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF DOCKS AND GANGWAYS; AND THE INSTALLATION OF NEW CONCRETE SHEET PILES AND TIEBACK SYSTEM; REPLACEMENT OF BOARDWALK AND UTILITIES AND R

Plan#: 1084

SAUSALITO YACHT HARBOR BULKHEAD REPLACEMENT

10-01084

Addenda: 1 12/10/2010Project Type: REPLACEMENT

Contact: SAUSALITO, CITY OF, ENGINEERING 415-289-4180


VALLEJO

2:00 PM 1/18/2011Ref #: 102227

Bid Date:

INSTALL SANITARY SEWER MAIN, STORM DRAIN MAIN, MANHOLES AND OTHER RELATED WORK

Plan#: 1085 CARLSON SS & SD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

10-01085

Est. Cost: $212000Addenda: 0Project Type: SEWER/SANITATION

Contact: VALLEJO SANITATION & FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT 707-644-8949

HAYWARD

2:00 PM 1/18/2011Ref #: 622-7171

Bid Date:

Prebid Conf: 1/5/11 1:30 PM

ADD EQUIPMENT TO PROVIDE REMOTE OPERATION AND CONTROL OF THE CITY'S FIVE EMERGENCY WELLS

Plan#: 1093 EMERGENCY WELLS SCADA IMPROVEMENTS

NEW10-01093

Est. Cost: $377000Addenda: 0Project Type: IMPROVEMENTS

Contact: HAYWARD, CITY OF, E. & T. 510-583-4778

SONOMA COUNTY

11:00 AM 1/18/2011Ref #: 43-03-07 #01

Bid Date:


CONSTRUCTION OF TWO NESTED GROUNDWATER MONITORING WELLS

Plan#: 1094

SONOMA VALLEY GROUNDWATER MONITORING WELLS

NEW10-01094

Est. Cost: $100000to $150000

Addenda: 0Project Type: WELL PROJECT

Contact: SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY 707-547-1900

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

STOCKTON

2:00 PM 1/19/2011Ref #: 11-R-28-01

Bid Date:


CONSTRUCT MAINTENANCE BUILDING, SERVICE AND INSPECTION AREA, TRAIN WASHER, ANCILLARY STRUCTURES AND ENCLOSURES, YARD TRACK IMPROVEMENTS AND SITE IMPROVEMENTS

Plan#: 1081

SJRRC EQUIPMENT STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE FACILITY

10-01081

Addenda: 0Project Type: NEW CONSTRUCTION

Contact: SJRRC 209-944-6222

SAUSALITOSEWER AND PUMP STATION IMPROVEMENTSPlan#: 449

PROJECT 1B SPINNAKER/HUMBOLDT STREET SEWER AND ANCHOR PUMP STATION REHABILITATION

10-00449

10:00 AM 1/19/2011Bid Date:

Prebid Conf: 5/19/10 10:00 AMAddenda: 3 11/5/2010

Project Type: SEWER/SANITATION

Contact: SAUSALITO, CITY OF 415-289-4106


Hayward, CA

2:00 PM 1/25/2011Ref #: Spec. No. 2170

Bid Date:

Prebid Conf: MAND 1/11/11 @ 10:00 A.M.

Project consists of providing temp traffic control system, install tem water pollution control measures; furnishing and applying water; repairing all designated cracks by pressure injection epoxy etc. (See Specs for description)

Plan#: 1100

CENTER STREET BRIDGE ABUTMENT & RAILING REPAIRS

NEW10-01100

Addenda: 0Project Type: BRIDGE WORK

Contact: ALAMEDA COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS AGENCY 510-670-5450

Choosing an Office Chair

The most important tool in the office is the chair. The chair should fit the user’s physical characteristics—stature, leg

length, torso height, etc.—and accommodate all the elements of the user’s task and job. Think of a typical conference

room chair. Most recline or lean back up to 45° from vertical as this is a comfortable position to be in when listening.

How comfortable or attentive would we be if we had to sit in a folding chair for an all day meeting? It’s the same way

with the office chair. Different tasks require different postures and the chair should accommodate a full range of

working postures throughout the day.

The minimum features that an office chair should have are:

1. Height Adjustability. This accommodates differences in overall stature, leg length, and torso height. Office

chairs are available in three different height ranges:

o Standard—16 to 21 inches

o High—19 to 23 inches

o Low—14½ to 19 inches

Before purchasing chairs, research the demographics of your workforce and your geographic hiring area. If

you find that most in your workforce are shorter in stature, then a standard chair at its lowest height of 16-

inches is actually too high for a 5-foot female. It’s best to provide a chair whose lowest height is around 14½-

inches but only if the work surface adjusts to accommodate the lower seated height. For those in your

workforce that are either very tall, very heavy, or both, a chair will be needed to accommodate them as well.

Chairs typically are designed to support 250 to 270-lbs. There are chairs specifically built to meet the needs of

larger, heavier people. Just changing a standard pneumatic lift to one that claims to be "heavy-duty" is not

enough. In addition to the lift, the armrests, the base, and the backrest must also be designed, built, and

attached to support the added stresses placed on them by a larger, heavier user.

2. Backrest Adjustability. If the seat pan is too deep and does not slide backward, then the backrest should be

able to move forward to shorten the seat pan depth. If not, the user may sit perched on the front edge of the

seat.

The backrest should adjust up and down allowing for the correct positioning of the low back or lumbar

support. Low back or lumbar support is as critical in chair comfort as the arch support is to shoe comfort. If

the lumber support is positioned correctly, it will take the weight of the upper body off the lumbar discs and

transfer it to the backrest. Adjust the backrest up and down incrementally until it feels comfortable and

supportive. If the backrest does not provide enough low back support, then adding a small lumbar pillow, a

lumbar roll, or even a small rolled-up towel should be adequate.

3. Seat Pan Adjustability. Most seat pans are 17-inches deep. For users with very long legs, this is not deep

enough to support the thighs with even pressure distribution and at least two inches of space between the

back of the knee and the front edge of the seat. A smart decision would be to purchase the chair with a seat

pan that slides forward and backward. This adjustment changes the seat pan depth from 17 up to 20 inches.

This 3-inch difference in depth is huge for someone with long legs. Just this one adjustment will accommodate

up to 95% of any workforce.

4. Seat Pan Tilt. The tilt feature allows the user to incline the seat pan a few degrees for more forward work,

such as writing. Even a few degrees of tilt helps reduce back flexion (leaning forward) during forward work.

5. Armrests. Fixed armrests rarely fit the user. They tend to be too high, too low, or too wide. Adjustable

armrests are best especially if they go up and down, in and out, and rotate to follow the angle of the forearm.

Armrests should be wide enough to easily get into and out of the chair. If the armrests do not fit, then

consider removing them.

6. Recline. A chair is best when it can move with the user. This movement occurs by adjusting the tension so

that the backrest floats freely, with or without a locking mechanism. The degree of tension is a personal

preference.

7. 5-Star Base and Wheels. Every office chair on the market today has a 5-star base for stability. The most

mismatched item of a chair is the wheel to the floor surface.

A wheel is a component of a caster. The caster is attached directly to the chair leg on a plate or stem. The

size of the wheel is standard for most office chairs. Also standard are harder wheels, which are good for

carpeted surfaces. Because the carpet poses resistance, the wheel must be hard for less friction. For hard

surfaces, such as hardwood, linoleum, tile, or even plastic mats called "carpet protectors", a softer wheel is

best. Since a hard floor surface is slick, the softer wheel provides more friction. It is not uncommon to put a

mat under an office chair with hard wheels only to discover that when the user stood up, the chair rolled

away. Then, when they tried to sit back down, the chair was not underneath them and they fell.

8. Other Considerations. Levers should be operable from a seated position, be long enough to reach and

activate, and have simple diagrams such as arrows showing the direction of movement. Just because a chair

may have six or more levers and knobs does not make it a good chair. In fact, the more controls the chair has

the more errors in operation and the more time it takes to adjust. Because the population is growing in size,

those who are either very tall and/or very heavy should be given a chair with a higher weight capacity than

the standard 250 to 270-lbs. Larger people get into and out of a chair differently. They tend to push

horizontally on the armrests as they get up. If the decision is made to provide chairs with a higher weight

capacity for larger people, make sure that it is rated as such by the Business and Institutional Furniture

Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) and that the manufacturer is a major manufacturer of office furniture.

When considering chairs to accommodate larger users, choose one that looks similar in style and fabric to the

rest of the chairs within the organization. No one wants to be singled out as special needs so accommodate

with dignity.

When researching chairs, criteria to consider include:

o Does your business have multiple shifts/multiple users?

o What is the expected return-on-investment? It is not unreasonable to expect that a $400.00 chair

could result in five minutes of increased productivity a day. This increase in productivity means that

the chair could be paid for in less than 18 months.

When selecting either one chair or a hundred chairs, it’s best to understand the warranty.

o How long is the warranty?

o What does it cover?

o How will the vendor handle repair(s)?

o Is there an on-site repair service?

o Is there an internal system for reporting damaged or broken chairs?

o Are there enough replacement chairs so that if one is being repaired, will the user have a similar chair

to use?

o If a broken chair is pulled for repair, is it tagged as such so that it is not mistakenly put back into

service before the repairs were made?

Lastly, never assume that once users receive their new chair, they will adjust it to fit them. Vendors should be

available to train the user(s) on all the adjustments and may even be able to fit the chair to the user(s). If a

large number of chairs are purchased, delegate a trainer or trainers to be trained by the vendor. They then

become the dedicated trainer(s) for the rest of the facility. If small groups of users are being trained, have

them bring their chairs to the training to follow along with the adjustment sequence.

Marin Builders Association Safety Topics

Company: _____________________________________________________ Date: _____________________ Meeting Attended By: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Special Concerns for Current Site: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Supervisor’s Signature: ___________________________________________________________________

Managing and Reducing Stress

Stress is an everyday fact of life. When you have too much stress, or it lasts too long, it can

be harmful. At work, unmanaged stress can lead to illness or injury, low productivity, and

unsafe acts. But not all stress is bad. The best level of stress is that amount which improves a

person’s performance without causing harmful side effects.

You can manage stress and make it a more positive force in your life when you identify your

stressors, understand them, and take charge of the stress by relieving or preventing it. Using

alcohol or drugs will not help you manage your stressors. In some cases, it can add to your

stress. In any stressful situation, you have choices. You can:

Accept it - Some things are out of your control and all you can do is accept them and

learn from them. Seek helpful advice or support from friends or coworkers. Avoid it - Stay away from recurring situations or sources of constant frustration.

Remove yourself from the situation or rearrange your surroundings. For time related

stress, plan ahead. Alter it - Communicate your feelings to your employer or supervisor. Change your

feelings or ask someone else to change their behavior. Ask for help with your job or

take advantage of your company’s Employee Assistance Program. Adapt to it - Learn to cope with the situation or look at it as an opportunity. Focus on

the positive things in your life. Try to make time for the activities you enjoy. Maintain a

healthy lifestyle including exercise, meditation, and a balanced diet.

It is important for employers, supervisors, loss control personnel, and workers to recognize

stressful jobs, situations, and signs of stress in themselves or in their coworkers before

accidents, injuries, or violent incidences occur.

Marin Builders Association Safety Topics

Company: _____________________________________________________ Date: _____________________ Meeting Attended By: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Special Concerns for Current Site: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Supervisor’s Signature: ___________________________________________________________________

Manejo y reducción del estrés

El estrés es parte cotidiana de la vida. Cuando una persona tiene demasiado estrés, o éste dura

demasiado tiempo, puede ser nocivo. En el trabajo, el estrés sin control puede conducir a una

enfermedad o lesión, baja productividad, y acciones peligrosas. Pero no todos los niveles de estrés son

malos. El mejor nivel de estrés es aquel que mejora el desempeño de la persona sin ocasionar efectos

nocivos.

Usted puede manejar su estrés y convertirlo en una fuerza positiva en su vida cuando identifique las

fuentes del mismo, las entienda, y conquiste su estrés aliviándolo o evitándolo. El uso del alcohol y las

drogas no ayuda a manejar las fuentes de su estrés. En algunos casos, puede inclusive aumentar su

estrés. En cualquier situación estresante, usted tiene alternativas. Por ejemplo, usted puede:

Aceptarlo – algunas cosas están fuera de nuestro control y lo único que puede hacerse es

aceptarlas y aprender de ellas. Busque buenos consejos o apoyo de sus amigos o compañeros

de trabajo.

Evitarlo – Manténgase alejado de situaciones recurrentes o fuentes de frustraciones constantes.

Aléjese de la situación o cambie el arreglo de sus alrededores. Para el estrés relacionado con el

tiempo, planifique con antelación.

Cambiarlo – Comuníquele sus sentimientos a su patrón o supervisor. Trate de cambiar sus

sentimientos o pídale a la otra persona que cambie su comportamiento. Pida ayuda con su

trabajo o tome provecho del Programa de Asistencia a Empleados de su empresa.

Adaptarse – Aprenda cómo manejar la situación o véala como una oportunidad. Enfóquese

sobre las cosas positivas de su vida. Trate de hacer tiempo para las actividades que disfruta.

Mantenga un estilo de vida saludable, incluyendo ejercicio, meditación y una dieta balanceada.

Es importante para los patronos, supervisores, personal de control de pérdida de empleados y para los

empleados mismos, reconocer tareas y situaciones estresantes en el trabajo, así como los signos del

estrés en sí mismos y en sus compañeros de trabajo antes de que ocurran accidentes, lesiones o

incidentes de violencia.

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• CABINET SHOP 1200sq foot location in Novato area( Bell Marin Keys), set up with 3 phase electric to handle: Dustvent Cyclone dust collector. AEM 43" All American 4-j wood wide belt Sander,4'x12' Hydrolic Clamping Table, 10" HD Table Saw, Compressor, Chop saw, 4" edge sander, 2 headed drilling tub, 1" Hammer shaper with many custom cutters, and much more. This is GREAT opportunity to start your own Cabinet Making future" All units are installed and were purchased new and have light duty hours. Take over lease ( approx ) $1,000.00 per month and purchase above listed equipment.($12,500) Call Bob Jonsen if interested @ 415-302-6754

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• INDUSTRIAL/WAREHOUSE with OFFICE for LEASE

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WATER WATCH Marin Municipal Water District

Report On Water Levels, Use & Precipitation MMWD, serving Central and Southern Marin, reports on the following

supply sources, reservoir levels, precipitation and temperature for the week ending December 12, 2010

Consumption

Average million gallons/day

Average gallons/**capita/day

For Dec. 6 – Dec. 12, 2010 16.2 85.2

For same week in 2009 17.4 93.7

Storage Acre-feet (AF)* % of capacity

Total capacity of 7 reservoirs 79,566 100 %

Storage as of Dec. 12, 2010 63,866 80 %

Storage for this date last year 44,618 56 %

Average for this date 53,906 68 %

Our current storage (63,866 AF) is 118% of the average storage (53,906 AF) for this date.

Supply Source

MMWD Reservoirs Average

million gallons/day

Russian River Average

million gallons/day

For Dec. 6 – Dec. 12, 2010 8.1 8.1

For same week in 2009 7.8 9.6

Rainfall At Lake Lagunitas (Rainfall Year Begins July 1)

Total To Date (inches)

Average Rainfall To Date

From July 1, 2010 – Dec. 12, 2010 15.64 13.51

From July 1, 2009 – Dec. 12, 2009 14.55

Temperature (at Corte Madera)

Average High Temperature (ºF)

For Dec. 6 – Dec. 12, 2010 62.6

For same week in 2009 52.6

*One acre-foot equals 325,851 gallons **Population of Fiscal Year 2000-2001 = 190,000

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