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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012 Volume 18 Issue 26
Santa Barbara Contractors Association Celebrating Over 60 Years of Service to the Community
In This IssueWhat Can and What Can’t GC’s Do? Page 1Calendar Highlights Page 2Tailgate Safety Topic Page 7Heat Safety Supervisor’s Checklist Page 13Kalb’s Q & A for Contractors Page 14Fed Regulators Enforce Lead Paint Rule Page 14SBCA Online Planroom Report Page 16SB City Building Permits Page 26South County Building Permits Page 30North County Building Permits Page 47SBCA Ad Rates for 2012 Page 61
We protect the people who build California.
Will my supplies be here on time? Am I going to get this bid? We understand those on the job in California have more on their mind than workers’ compensation insurance. So let us put your mind
at ease: you can count on the strength and stability of State Fund. We’ve never pulled out of the market due to an economic downturn, and we never will. Visit statefundca.com today to learn about
the 6% discount on premiums we offer eligible SBCA members. Your individual business may be
eligible for even more discounts. Thanks for reading…we’ll let you get back to work.
Together, we’ll help keep California working.www.statefundca.comAsk for SBCA Group #821
What Can and What Can’t General Building Contractors Do?By CSLB
Under California law “B” General Building contrac-tors have spe-cific guidelines to follow when it comes to trades they can per-form.
Business and Professions Code section 7057
states that a general building contractor only can take a prime contract that requires two or more unrelated building trades, and that framing and carpentry cannot count as one of the two trades. However, a general contractor may take a prime contract that is only for fram-ing and carpentry, and no separate unrelated trade. If a B licensee takes a subcontract, it, too, must involve two unrelated trades (not includ-ing framing and carpentry toward the two) or a B can subcontract to only do the framing and carpentry.
There is no limit to the number of unrelated trades a “B” licensee can perform on a given contract, provided that there are two or more, and that framing and carpentry don’t count as one of the two that must be performed at a minimum.
Two trades that a “B” license holder may not
perform as a prime or subcontractor are fire protection and water well drilling. B&P Code §7057 states that general building contractors may not do this work unless they qualify for and add these classifications to their license, or un-less the general building contractor holds the appropriate license classification or subcon-tracts with an appropriately licensed specialty contractor to perform the work. The “B” also may subcontract the fire protection or well drilling portions of the project to a qualified licensee.
Make Sure the Check’s In the Mail
To keep complaints from being filed against your license, remember to pay your subcontrac-
Construction Awards Banquet 2012Recognizing Excellence in Construction
Monday July 30, 2012 at 6pmFess Parkers DoubleTree Resort
Save the
Date!
tors and suppliers. CSLB’s Intake Mediation Cen-ters have noted a steady stream of complaints by homeowners who have had mechanic’s liens filed against their properties by subcontractors and materials suppliers who were not paid by the prime contractor. Make sure all businesses and workers receive the agreed-to payments to prevent any disciplinary action against your license.
Source: CSLB Newsletter Spring 2012, http://www.cslb.ca.gov/Newsletter/2012-WinterSpring/page4.htm.
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
JUNE 2012BPI Training & CertificationJune 4 - 9, 2012 from 8:00am to 5:00pmLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street
SBCA Board of Directors MeetingJune 5, 2012 from 5:00pm to 7:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
SBCA Online Planroom Demo & TrainingJune 6, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
Built Green OrientationJune 6, 2012 from 9:00am to 10:00amLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street
Green Building Education SeriesPresented by Paul Poirier, USGBC C4June 11, 2012 from 12:00pm to 1:30pmLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street
Green Building Education SeriesPresented by Paul Poirier, USGBC C4June 18, 2012 from 12:00pm to 1:30pmLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street
1st Aid CPR Training & CertificationInstructor, Justin Haagen, Safety MattersJune 26, 2012 from 8:30am to 1:30pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
Quickbooks Training for ContractorsInstructor Monica Dittrich-SummersJune 27, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
JULY 2012SBCA Office Closed Fourth of July HolidayJuly 4, 2012
SBCA Board of Directors MeetingJuly 10, 2012 from 5:00pm to 7:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
SBCA Online Planroom Demo & TrainingJuly 11, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
Built Green OrientationJuly 12 2012 from 9:00am to 10:00amLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street
Santa Barbara Contractors Association Calendar Highlights
Need to findout what’sgoing on?
Visit us online for a complete listof events, classes, trainings at
www.sbcontractors.org
EPA Lead Paint RRP TrainingPresented by Criterion EnvironmentalJuly 17 2012 from 7:30am to 5:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
Sky Rocketing Workers Comp Rates? What You Need to Know to Control Your WCPresented by Brown & Brown InsuranceJuly 18, 2012 from 11:30am to 1:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
Construction Contracts SeminarPresented by Chris Haskell of Price, Postel, & ParmaJuly 24 2012 from 9:00am to 11:30amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
SBCA Builder of the Year Awards BanquetJuly 30, 2012 from 6:00pm to 9:00pmLocation: Fess Parkers Doubletree Resort,633 East Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara
AUGUST 2012SBCA Online Planroom Demo & TrainingAugust 1, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
Built Green OrientationAugust 2, 12 2012 from 9:00am to 10:00amLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street
SBCA Board of Directors MeetingAugust 7, 2012 from 5:00pm to 7:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
1st Aid CPR Training & CertificationInstructor, Justin Haagen, Safety MattersAugust 21, 2012 from 8:00am to 2:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
You are cordially invited to the
Santa Barbara Contractors Association
Construction Awards Banquet 2012Recognizing Excellence in Construction
Monday, July 30, 2012Reception at six o’clock in the evening
Fess Parkers Doubletree ResortSan Rafael Grand Ballroom
633 East Cabrillo BoulevardSanta Barbara, California
rsvp by July 15, 2012$75 per guest • table of 10 guests $750
rsvp after July 15, 2012$100 per guest • table of 10 guests $1000
Kindly rsvp at www.sbcontractors.org805.884.1100 or [email protected]
No host bar.Cocktail party attire.
Advance reservations are required.
Thank you to our title sponsorHayward Lumber Company & Design Center
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
Requirements for Contractors Include Certification & Training
Firms must have one or more “Certified Renovator” assigned to jobs where lead-based paint is disturbed. To • become certified, a person must successfully complete an EPA training course conducted by an EPA-accredited training provider.
All renovation workers must be trained. They can be trained to • use lead safe work practices on-the-job by a Certified Renovator if the work is not HUD regulated, or they can become Certified Renovators themselves.
Firms performing renovation, repair or painting work must also • become certified. This can be accomplished by applying to EPA and paying a fee.
To read more about the RRP Rule please visit • www.criterionenv.com
REGISTRATION Company
Attendee Name(s)
SBCA Members - $195 July 17, 2012
Non-members - $225
**Pre-registration is required as seating is limited**
PAYMENT Enclosed is my check for $ (payable to SBCA)
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REMITTANCE OR QUESTIONS - Payment must accompany form -
Santa Barbara Contractors AssociationP.O. Box 23409, Santa Barbara, CA 93121805.884.1100 phone 805.884.1108 fax
www.sbcontractors.org [email protected]
Dates: Time: Location: Cost:July 17, 2012 8:00am to 5:00pm SBCA Office, $195 per SBCA Member Registration at 7:30am 914 A Santa Barbara Street $225 per Non-Member Santa Barbara
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Presented by: Criterion Environmental Trainingan EPA Accredited Training Provider
Beginning on April 22, 2010 renovation, repair and painting contractors must:be “RRP certified”• use lead safe work practices when working in homes built before 1978.•
The RRP rule affects contractors, property managers and others who disturb known or presumed lead-based paint during renovation activities done for compensation. The includes most repair, remodeling and maintenance jobs, such as window replacement, weatherization and demolition. The rule applies to any work that disturbs painted surfaces in residential houses, apartments and child-occupies facilities such as schools and day-care centers built before 1978. Fines for violating RRP Rule requirements can be up to $37,500 per incident.
Training Provided by:
EPA AccreditedEPA Lead Paint RRP Training & Certification
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
We protect the people who build California.
Will my supplies be here on time? Am I going to get this bid? We understand those on the job in California have more on their mind than workers’ compensation insurance. So let us put your mind
at ease: you can count on the strength and stability of State Fund. We’ve never pulled out of the market due to an economic downturn, and we never will. Visit statefundca.com today to learn about
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
P.O. Box 23409 Santa Barbara, CA 93121 805-884-1100 phone 805-884-1108 fax www.sbcontractors.org [email protected]
PUT SAFETY IN GEAR WHEN BACKING
There are probably several reasons for the frequency of accidents when backing up vehicles. One may be that the driver fails to exercise
the usual precautions, think that a backing accident is unlikely to result in personal injury. Then too, the driver may think that little damage is
done, because the vehicle is being operated at low speed.
Many backing accidents occur because operators rely too heavily on their vehicle mirrors. Even with the best of mirrors and mirror
arrangements, there still are blind spots to the sides of the vehicle and b behind it.
To reduce the number of backing accidents, we have to know and observe e necessary preventive measures. Here are some guidelines:
1. Make every effort to avoid backing. Park so that you can move forward when starting. Avoid making "Y" turns in driveways or
roads.
2. Park in a location away from traveling or parked vehicles, thus avoiding setting yourself up for a collision.
3. If parked in one spot for any period of time, walk around your vehicle and check for any children, other vehicles or obstacles.
(Did you ever wonder why some companies require a cone to e placed at the rear of any parked service vehicle? Thats one
reason.)
4. Whenever you cant see through a rear window, the law requires that a signal person be stationed where they can view the rear
of the vehicle and be seen by the operator.
5. Before backing, sound your horn with two quick beeps, check rear and side view mirrors, watch side clearances and then back
slowly.
Backing a vehicle is often said to be a true test of a drivers ability. Backing accidents can be prevented.
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Visit www.statefundca.com today to learn about the 6% discount on premiums we offer eligible SBCA members.
Your individual business may be eligible for even more discounts. Ask for Santa Barbara Contractors Association Group 821. For more tailgate, and other safety topics please visit us online.
The above evaluations and/or recommendations are for general guidance only and should not be relied upon for legal compliance purposes. They are based solely on the information provided to us and relate only to those conditions specifically discussed. We do not make any warranty, expressed or implied, that your workplace is safe or healthful or that it complies with all laws, regulations or standards.
Tailgate Safety Topic
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
P.O. Box 23409 Santa Barbara, CA 93121 805-884-1100 phone 805-884-1108 fax www.sbcontractors.org [email protected]
PIENSE EN LA SEGURIDAD AL RETROCEDER SU VEHÍCULO
Probablemente existan varias razones que expliquen la frecuencia de los accidentes al retroceder vehículos. Una razón puede ser que el
conductor no tome las precauciones usuales, pensando que un accidente en retroceso probablemente no resulte en lesiones personales.
También es posible que el conductor piense que el vehículo recibiría pocos daños por estar moviéndose lentamente.
Muchos accidentes al retroceder ocurren porque los conductores se confían demasiado de los espejos retrovisores. Aun con los mejores
espejos o juegos de espejos existen puntos ciegos (los cuales el conductor no puede ver) ya sea detrás o a los lados del vehículo.
Para reducir el número de accidentes al retroceder, es necesario saber y poner en práctica las medidas preventivas necesarias. Considere
las siguientes reglas:
Haga todo lo posible por no tener que retroceder. Estacione de manera que pueda transitar hacia adelante cuando arranque de
nuevo. Evite dar vuelta en forma de "Y" en las calles y entradas a garajes.
Estacione en un lugar alejado de otros vehículos estacionados o que estén transitando, y de esa manera evitar el peligro de un
choque.
Si el vehículo ha estado estacionado durante algún tiempo, dé una vuelta a su alrededor para verificar que no haya niños, otros
vehículos u obstáculos presentes. (¿Ha pensado alguna vez por qué algunas empresas exigen que se coloque un cono detrás
de los vehículos de servicio estacionados? Ésta es una de las razones.)
Siempre que el conductor no pueda ver a través de la ventana trasera, la ley exige que haya un ayudante ubicado donde pueda
ver la parte trasera del vehículo y donde lo vea el conductor.
Antes de retroceder, suene la bocina dos veces rápidamente, mire en el espejo retrovisor y los laterales, observe el espacio que
tiene a ambos lados y retroceda con cautela.
A menudo se dice que retroceder un vehículo es una verdadera prueba de la destreza del conductor. Los accidentes al retroceder pueden
evitarse.
Courtesy of the State Compensation Insurance Fund
Visit www.statefundca.com today to learn about the 6% discount on premiums we offer eligible SBCA members.
Your individual business may be eligible for even more discounts. Ask for Santa Barbara Contractors Association Group 821. For more tailgate, and other safety topics please visit us online.
The above evaluations and/or recommendations are for general guidance only and should not be relied upon for legal compliance purposes. They are based solely on the information provided to us and relate only to those conditions specifically discussed. We do not make any warranty, expressed or implied, that your workplace is safe or healthful or that it complies with all laws, regulations or standards.
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
P.O. Box 23409 Santa Barbara, CA 93121 805-884-1100 phone 805-884-1108 fax www.sbcontractors.org [email protected]
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
CONSTRUCTIONLAWSPECIALISTS
H&C HARDIN & COFFIN, LLP
Lawsuits, Arbitrations, Mediation Construction Defect Claims Contract, Business, and Nonpayment Disputes Construction Contract Consultation Mechanic’s Liens, Stop Notices, Attachment Payment & Performance Bonds Jobsite Accidents / Personal Injury Claims Insurance Coverage Analysis
For an appointment, please contact us at:
805-963-3301No charge for initial consultation to SBCA members
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ATTORNEYS AT LAW
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EMAIL: [email protected] 1531 Chapala, Suite 1
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 PLEASE CONTACT: Rick Hardin or Mark Coffin
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H&C HARDIN & COFFIN, LLP
Lawsuits, Arbitrations, Mediation Construction Defect Claims Contract, Business, and Nonpayment Disputes Construction Contract Consultation Mechanic’s Liens, Stop Notices, Attachment Payment & Performance Bonds Jobsite Accidents / Personal Injury Claims Insurance Coverage Analysis
For an appointment, please contact us at:
805-963-3301No charge for initial consultation to SBCA members
HARDIN & COFFIN, LLP
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
WATER • Is there plenty of fresh, cool drinking water located as close as possible to the workers?
• Is there a plan for refilling water coolers throughout the day?
SHADE AND REST • Is a shade structure available at all times (regardless of the weather) for workers to
rest and cool down?
• Is the shade structure up and ready when the weather forecast is 85ºF or higher?
• Do you have a plan in place for checking the weather forecast?
TRAINING • Have workers been trained to recognize and prevent heat illness BEFORE they start
working outdoors?
• Can workers identify symptoms of heat illness?
• Is there a special plan in place to allow workers to get used to the heat?
EMERGENCY PLAN • Does everyone know who to notify if there is an emergency?
• Can workers explain their location if they need to call an ambulance?
• Does everyone know who will provide first aid?
WORKER REMINDERS Have workers been reminded to:
• Drink water frequently?
• Rest in the shade for at least 5 minutes as needed?
• Look out for one another and immediately report any symptoms?
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Kalb’s Capitol Connection Q & A for ContractorsBy David Kalb & Shauna Krause, Capitol Services, Inc.
Can a legal judgment ‘ricochet’ from its intended target? Our first contractor is hoping to get out of harm’s way before the legal battle is joined. We share the steps another contractor must ‘dance’ in a corporate shuffle. We will help an-other questioner ‘plug in’ to the reason he may, or may not, need to file a CA contractor’s license application…
Q: Okay, say a contractor disassociates from a company while there is a lawsuit pending but before a judgment is obtained, and then asso-ciates with another company. If a judgment is later obtained against the first company will it follow the license holder to the new company?
A: In my opinion, the judgment should not fol-low the contractor under your suggested sce-nario. However, he or she will likely be required to divulge a suit is pending when associating with the second company. Generally, the Board’s policy is that judgments apply to personnel who are still listed on the license. Personnel who have previously disassociated should not be held re-sponsible. The date of disassociation is critical and this is not a ‘get out of jail’ free card.
Q: Our Company recently converted from a “C” Corp to an “S” Corp. Ownership has remained the same. Do we need to do anything with our License? One of your recent Q&A articles in our local contractor’s builder exchange newsletter
spoke about a Sole Owner who converted to an “S”, therefore needing a new license. Are we in the same boat?
A: When converting from a “C” corporation to an “S” corporation (or vice versa), you do not need to do anything with your license. The CSLB is not concerned with what type of corporation you are. If you kept the same corporate number (which according to our research looks to be the case) then a new license is not required. A Sole Owner is an entirely different type of business entity than a corporation, hence the need for fil-ing new license application.
Q: If my corporate license were to be suspended, would I be able to use my personal contractor’s license as a back up and continue to work?
A: First, it depends on why the license was ‘Sus-pended’ by the Board. If the Board action is sim-ply related to a Bond or Worker’s Compensation cancellation then that’s one thing. If the Suspen-sion is caused by a judgment or disciplinary ac-tion this is something totally different. We’ll as-sume it’s the former reason.
You can use your personal license as long as it is current and Active. You should consider transfer-ring the contracts that are currently under your corporate license over to your personal license in order to continue work in progress, plus you
would need to sign new contracts under your Sole Owner business name. You should not do business under your corporate license number and name while it is suspended.
Q: We provide a patient safety monitoring sys-tem that utilizes the existing CATV coax system in hospitals and other medical facilities. We place a Server at the CATV demarcation point in the hospital communication room; a Room Con-trol unit (similar to a cable TV set top box) in each patient room; and a computer at each nurse sta-tion using the existing hospital computer net-work. All we do is install and plug in our equip-ment. All new cable/coax installations are the responsibility of the facility using their in-house staff or contractors. Are we required to apply/obtain a contractor’s license to install our own equipment?
A: According to the CSLB, a license would not be required for this type of work. However, if the medical facility you’re doing the installations for requests that you have a contractor’s license, then a “C-7” (Low Voltage Communications) would be the proper classification to apply for.
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]. Research past columns at www.cutredtape.com.
Enforcement officials with the United States En-vironmental Protection Agency (US EPA) indicate they are relying on tips from the public and indus-try to step up enforcement of the lead paint Reno-vation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) rule. To fully and effectively investigate these tips, complainants should provide as much information as possible, including the company or contractor’s name and address, and a description of the project or activ-ity that is not compliant.
The RRP rule went into effect in 2010. The rule requires that at least one person in any firm that is engaged in construction activities that disturb paint in or on any building constructed in 1978 or before receive training and register with US EPA to be certified. Information on training providers and certification firms are available online. Certi-fication is $300 and is valid for five years. Those who do not complete the training and certifica-tion face fines up to $37,500 for each day of viola-tion.
In 2011, US EPA conducted more than 1,000 com-pliance inspections. An even higher number of these record-keeping audits and on-site inspec-
tions are planned for 2012.
As a contractor, you play an important role in helping to prevent lead exposure. Ordinary reno-vation and maintenance activities can create dust that contains lead. By following the lead-safe work practices, you can prevent lead hazards.
Contractors who perform renovation, repairs, and painting jobs in pre-1978 housing and child-occupied facilities must, before beginning work, provide owners, tenants, and child-care facilities with a copy of EPA’s lead hazard information pam-phlet Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard In-formation for Families, Child Care Providers, and Schools. Contractors must document compliance with this requirement; EPA’s pre-renovation dis-closure form may be used for this purpose.
Federal law requires renovation firms (including sole proprietorships) to be certified and requires individuals to be trained in the use of lead-safe work practices. To become certified, renovation contractors must submit an application and fee payment to EPA or to the state if you work in one of the states authorized to run their own RRP
programs. Individuals wishing to become certi-fied renovators must take training from an EPA-accredited training provider.
Please note that if you previously completed cer-tain lead-safe work practice training prior to Oc-tober 4, 2011, you may be eligible to take a four-hour refresher course instead of an eight-hour initial course from an accredited training provider to become certified. See a list of eligible courses. Contractors who perform renovation, repairs, and painting jobs should also:Provide a copy of your EPA or state lead training certificate to your client; Tell your client what lead-safe methods you will use to perform the job; Learn the lead laws that apply to you regard-ing certification and lead-safe work practices; Ask your client to share the results of any previ-ously conducted lead tests; Keep records to dem-onstrate that you and your workers have been trained in lead-safe work practices and that you follow lead-safe work practices on the job.
Source: CSLB Newsletter, www.cslb.ca.gov/; EPA Lead Paint, www.epa.gov/lead
SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
Federal Regulators Stepping up Enforcement of Lead Paint Rule
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
Santa Barbara office:211 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-966-3233 www.ventanadoor.com
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
Weekly Bulletin
6/27/2012
Reasonable care is given in gathering, compiling and furnishing the information contained herein which is obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but the SBCA is not responsible or liable for errors, omissions or inaccuracies.
Santa Barbara Contractors Association Projects Out to Bid 6/27/2012
Thursday, June 28, 2012University Miracle Mile Median Improvements Stockton
2:00 PM 6/28/2012 Project No. 10-07
MAND June 14 @ 3:30
Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: Improvements will install a raised curb median on Pacific Avenue from Harding Way north to Elm Street, replacing an existing striped median and curb with a landscaped curb median. The median landscaping will include trees, shrubs,groundcover, an irrigation system, and stamped concrete. The project will also add ADA compliant wheelchair ramps, modify existing pedestrian island, and add detectably warning surfaces to comply with ADA regulation, replaceexisting wiring and traffic detectors affected by planned work, install a gateway monument sign, and a fence to exclude mid-block pedestrian crossing.
Addenda: 0
El Dorado Street, Phase 2 Improvments Stockton
2:00 PM 6/28/2012 Project No. 05-12
Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: The El Dorado Street Phase 2 Improvements project limits are from Mariposa Avenue to the Calaveras Bridge. In general, work includes, but is not limited to: tree plantings, parkway strip improvements, and two major traffic signal intersection modifications. Traffic signal intersection modifications includes signal equipment upgrades, fiber optic interconnect, preemption equipments, cameras, new streetlights, relocate existing streetlights, corner ramp improvements, replace curb-gutter-sidewalks, install new medians, pavers, railings, storm drainage upgrade and/or adjustments, traffic control, temporary signals, pavement striping, pavement markers, and signs. Work also includesall incidentals to complete the project as per the attached plans and special provisions (specification).
Addenda: 0
Pacific Avenue Median Improvements Stockton
2:00 PM 6/28/2012 Project No. 09-21
MAND June 14 @ 3pm
Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: Improvements will install a raised curb median on Pacific Avenue from W. Fulton Street north to the south side of the Calaveras River, replacing an existing striped median and curb with a landscaped curb median. The medianlandscaping will include trees, shrubs, groundcover, an irrigation system and stamped concrete. The project will also install a gateway monument sign and a fence to exclude mid-block pedestrian crossing.
Addenda: 0
BRT III on Hammer Lane Stockton
2:00 PM 6/28/2012 Project No. 11-12
MAND Juen 14 @ 1:30pm
Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: The project will provide Transit Signal Priority (TSP) and related improvements at all of the existing signals on Hammer Lane and coordinate signal timing to optimize TSP with operation along the corridor. The project will install pole-mounted TSP control devices at each signalized intersection. New closed circuit television cameras (CCTV) would be installed within the corridor.
Addenda: 0
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
Santa Barbara Contractors Association Projects Out to Bid 6/27/2012
Betteravia Administration Building "D" Addition Santa Maria
12:00 PM 6/28/2012 Project 8676 PH2
MAND June 7
Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: The Betteravia Administration Building “D” Addition project will construct a single story approximately 2,000 SF addition to the existing County Administration Building on the Betteravia Government Center Campus in Santa Maria, CA. Additionally, existing Board of Supervisors Hearing Room and Administration Building “D” will receive some minor tenant improvement efforts and site improvements. The project has an estimated construction value of $800,000.00 and estimated construction duration of 7 months. The project schedule will be extremely critical as this project utilizes federal RZEDB funding which includes a firm expiration date. The Contractor will be expected to maintain the project schedule and delivery dates as defined within the contract documents.
The new addition and renovation will include the following elements:• New lobby/ reception area, public restrooms, staff office and facilities support space.• The existing Building “D” renovation work consists of wall reconfiguration, entryreconfiguration, ceiling improvements, lighting improvements, and various room finishes including flooring.• Site Improvements including, concrete walkways, landscaped areas, ADA improvements to paved parking lot, utilities re-routing to support the new addition.• Additive Alternates including tenant improvement options and material upgrades.
The County of Santa Barbara has determined that all General Contractors wishing to bid on the Betteravia Administration Building “D” Addition must be prequalified prior to submitting a bid on the project.The County’s competitive selection process will proceed in two steps:Step 1: The construction General Contractor pre-qualification phase.Step 2: Submittal of bids according to the requirements of the bid documents.Only those successfully qualified in step 1 will be allowed to participate in step 2.
Addenda: 0
County of Santa Barbara, CA 805-568-2663County of Santa Barbara - John Green, Santa Barbara, CA 805-934-6229
Friday, June 29, 2012Conejo Road Repairs & Sewer Improvements 2012 Santa Barbara
3:00 PM 6/29/2012 Bid No. 3666Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: Sealed proposals for Bid No. 3666 for the Conejo Road Repairs & Sewer Improvements 2012 will be received in the Purchasing Office, 310 E. Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101, until 3:00 P.M., Friday, June 29, 2012, to be publicly opened and read at that time. Any bidder who wishes its bid proposal to be considered is responsible for making certain that its bid proposal is actually delivered to said Purchasing Office. Bids shall be addressed to the General Services Manager, Purchasing Office, 310 E. Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, California, and shall be labeled, “Conejo Road Repairs & Sewer Improvements 2012, Bid No. 3666".
The work includes all labor, material, supervision, plant and equipment necessary to complete the following: Road repairs on Conejo Road, including demolition and removal of existing, reconstruction of new roadway, construction of new 8” sewer main using standard open trench methods, construction of new 8” sewer main using trenchless methods, site grading associated with roadway repairs, and miscellaneous utility relocations. The Engineer’s estimate is $310,000. Each bidder must have a Class A license to complete this work in accordance with the California Business and Professions Code.
Addenda: 0
Cyber Copy, CA 805-642-3292City of Santa Barbara - Ashleigh Sizoo, CA 805-897-2507
Saturday, June 30, 20122nd Story Addition - Nick Calles - 805-448-8234 Santa Barbara
12:00 PM 6/30/2012Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference: Project Description: 2nd Story Addition
Addenda: 0
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
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CT 113 Roof Framing T/Th 6:00-9:00pm
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
Santa Barbara Contractors Association Projects Out to Bid 6/27/2012
Tuesday, July 03, 2012FY 2012-13 Slurry Seal Project, PW 027 Solvang
2:00 PM 7/3/2012 PW 027
June 26 @ 2pm
Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: The work includes, but is not limited to the slurry seal application to public streets at various locations throughout the City of Solvang. The engineers estimated cost of construcion for this project is $300,000. The work includes: Install slurry seal (Type II), traffic control, replacement of traffic striping, markings and markers, and related work.
6/8/2012Addenda: 1
City of Solvang - Frank Saunders, Solvang, CA 93463 805-688-5575
San Antonio Creek Spreading Grounds Rehabilitation Project Ojai
2:00 PM 7/3/2012 Spec. No. WP12-22
MAND June 19 @ 10am
Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: The project involves the construction of a new concrete intake structure on San Antonio Creek; a new 24-inch HDPE intake pipeline between the intake structure and the existing upper settling pond; minor rehabilitation of the four existing settling ponds; new concreted riprap transfer channels between the existing ponds; a new 24-inch recharge pipeline from the existing lower pond to the recharge wells; up to four new 36-inch diameter recharge wells; a new overflow channel from the lower pond to San Antonio Creek; and a new facility access road from Thacher Road through the project site including a concrete “at-grade rock ford” low flow crossing of San Antonio Creek.
Project Purpose:The proposed project is intended to increase groundwater storage in the Ojai Valley Groundwater Basin by diverting up to 25 cubic feet per second of surface water from San Antonio Creek (when available) through an intake structure and a 24-inch transfer pipeline to four new passive injection wells to be constructed on the project site.
6/26/2012Addenda: 2
County of Ventura - Public Works 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 805-654-3805, Fax#: 805-677-8762
Tuesday, July 10, 2012Creek Road Trunk Line Relocation Project
3:00 PM 7/10/2012 Spec No. 2012-02
Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: The Work involves installation of 760 linear feet of 22-inch diameter high density polyethylene (HDPE) pipeline using horizontal directional drilling (HDD), associated manholes, wastewater bypassing and connection to the existing trunk line (Schedule A). In addition, the Project includes abandonment of the existing pipeline, installation of 4- and 6-inch diameter SDR 26 PVC lateral pipe, cleanouts, and connections to existing residential wastewater services(Schedule B).
Addenda: 0
Thursday, July 19, 2012Glacier Point Drive Raised Curb Median Installation Stockton
2:00 PM 7/19/2012 Project No. 10-11
MAND June 28 @ 8am
Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: The project will install a 285 foot concrete-filled extruded curb median in the curve of Glacier Point Drive near Ansel Adams Elementary. The fill concrete will be colored red and stamped with a herringbone pattern. The project will include four permanent signs, as well as construction and project signs, and will also include the adjustment of one maintenance hole.
Engineer's Estimate: Below $100,000.00Addenda: 0
City of Stockton - Sharla Hardy 425 North El Dorado Street, Stockton, CA 95202 209-937-8374
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
(805) 683-1848Fax: 805.964.6653
Lic. #559076
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Foundation Forensics, Liquefaction AnalysisENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
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GEOLOGIC SERVICESEngineering Geology Reports
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Welding, High Strength Bolt, FireproofingEpoxy, Concrete, Masonry, URM Retrofit
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Footing and Foundation ObservationLABORATORY AND DRILLING SERVICES
In-House Laboratory Testing, andTract-Mounted CME Drill Rig
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FOR 30 YEARS 610 E COTA STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
T (805) 963-4359 • F (805) 963-1270 Lic# 436175
EMAIL: [email protected] www.schipperconstruction.com
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
Santa Barbara Contractors Association Projects Out to Bid 6/27/2012
Thursday, July 26, 2012French Camp Road/I-5 Interchange Stockton
2:00 PM 7/26/2012 Project No.99-01
Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: FRENCH CAMP ROAD/I-5 INTERCHANGE - The project will reconstruct the I-5/French Camp Road interchange. Proposed modifications generally include the relocation/widening of the northbound and southbound on/off-ramps, signalization of the intersections relocation of a portion of Val Dervin Parkway and construction of northbound and southbound loop on-ramps and auxiliary lanes on I-5 between French Camp Road and Downing Avenue. The interchange reconstruction will also realign a portion of French Camp Road east of I-5.
Addenda: 0
PrebidDhaliwal Residence - Bid Set Camarillo
Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference: Project Description: NEW ±18,000 S.F. HABITABLE RESIDENCE WITH TWO 4 CAR
Addenda: 0
Coast Reprographics 220 West Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-962-9155
TISH NON VILLAGE COMMUNITY CENTER Loleta
Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference: Project Description: 31,167 sq. ft., 2 stories on 230,176 sq.ft. site
Addenda: 0
1020 Placido Santa Barbara
Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: Remodel of an (e) single family residence for a (n) detox facility with maximun 12 clients and on site staff. Exterior improvements: (n) accessible ramp and stairs, (n) van H/C parking space, (n) deck w/ associates ramps and stairs. (n) exterior wall finishes, (n) windows and doors.
Interior improvements: remodel ground floor for H/C access, remodel restroom for accessiility, remodel den to create accessible bedroom, remodel kitchen for accessibility. Remodel for exiting and fire rated conditions due to change of occupancy.
Addenda: 0
Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara - Hector Torres 808 Laguna Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-897-1060Coast Reprographics 220 West Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-962-9155
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
Santa Barbara Contractors Association Projects Out to Bid 6/27/2012
Greyhound Santa Barbara
Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference:
Project Description: FORMER USE: BICYCLE SALES SHOP. PROPOSED USE: SMALL MARKET THAT WILL ALSO SELL GREYHOUND TICKETS.
PROPERTY OWNER: Redevelopment Agency of the City of Santa Barbara
A.P.N.‘s: 033-010-11,-13,-14,-15; 033-041-12,-13; 033-042-1,-2,-3,-4,-12, -14,-15,-16,-17,-19; 033-075-12,-14.
ADDRESS: 224 Chapala St. ZONING: HRC-2/SD-3 BLD: BLD2010-01798 LOT AREA: 2.21 acres GENERAL PLAN NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown/Waterfront Lower State HIGH FIRE: No FLOOD ZONE: AH Zone AVG. SLOPE: 1% MAX BLDG. HEIGHT ALLOWED: 45’, 3-STORIES MAX BLDG HEIGHT: 20’, 1-STORY YARD REQUIREMENTS: FRONT YARD SETBACK: 10 FT < 15’ Bldg Hght, 20’ all others INTER. YARD SETBACK: 10 FT or 1/2 Bldg Hght (whichever greater) PARKING Parking Required:104 Spaces Parking Provided (existing): 158 (151 Spaces & 7 HC Spaces) Bicycle Parking (existing): 15 City Standard Posts
Addenda: 0
Coast Reprographics 220 West Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-962-9155
Harper Residence Thousand Oaks
Ref # Project Type: Public Est:
Prebid Conference: Project Description: New Construction of House & Pool House
Addenda: 0
Coast Reprographics 220 West Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-962-9155
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
CONSTRUCTION MONITOR'S REPORT
for permits issued between: 6/1/2012 6/15/2012and
Building & Safety DivisionCity of Santa Barbara
ROLEADDRESS VAL. $ DATE ISSUEDPERMIT #
BLD2010-00777 10 EALAND PL R/D-TF-NEW LINDAMAN, JEREMY OWNER
PO BOX 22851 SANTA BARBARACA 93121
300,000 6/1/2012
MATTHEW GUERRERO DESIGN
DES 213-840-492018552 CLARK ST. #10 TARZANA CA 91356
BLD2011-01319 1818 OVERLOOK LN R/B-ADDITION BROOKS, PATTON W OWNER
1818 OVERLOOK LN SANTA BARBARACA 93108
30,000 6/13/2012
STUDIO ENGINEERS, INC
ENG 805-962-27801108 DE LA VINA STE A SANTA BARBARA CA 93101
BLD2011-02553 200 E CARRILLO ST C/A-ALTERATION FREITAS JOE A & SONS OWNER
200 E CARRILLO ST # 100 SANTA BARBARACA 93101
50,000 6/13/2012
EID
DES 310-749-79823025 CALLE NOGUERA SANTA BARBARA CA 93105
MAREK CONSTRUCTION***
CON 965-0679PO BOX 4702 SB CA 93103
BLD2012-00374 652 E VALERIO ST R/B-ENF BRENNINKMEYER, BRIAN OWNER
PO BOX 9395 MAMMOTH LAKESCA 93546
300,000 6/12/2012
SUMMERLAND BUILDERS
CON 729-3319P.O. BOX 73 SUMMERLAND CA 93067
BLD2012-00377 512 BATH ST R/A-FIRE SPRINKLER CITY OF SANTA BARBARA HOUSING AUTHO OWNER
808 LAGUNA ST SANTA BARBARACA 93101
50,000 6/1/2012
RJ FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC.
CON 531-54978570 WATERS ROAD MOORPARK CA 93021
BLD2012-00426 227 LA VISTA GRANDE R/B-ADDITION COGLIZER, WILLIAM W OWNER
227 LA VISTA GRANDE SANTA BARBARACA 93103
120,000 6/11/2012
ASHLEY & VANCE ENGINEERING, INC.
ENG [email protected] WALNUT ST SUITE C SAN LUIS OBISPO CA 93401
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
ROLEADDRESS VAL. $ DATE ISSUEDPERMIT #
ERIC SWENUMSON
ARC 967-55075521 SAN ARDO WAY S.B. CA 93111
BLD2012-00452 601 PASEO NUEVO C/B-ALTERATION I & G DIRECT REAL ESTATE 3, LP OWNER
2235 FARADAY AVE # OATTN HILARY RAYMOND
CARLSBADCA 92008
376,463 6/13/2012
AB DESIGN STUDIOS
ARC 805-963-230027 E COTA ST. STE. 503 SANTA BARBARA CA 93101
KURRELS CONSTRUCTION
CON 468-4646504 FIRST STREET SUITE C PASO ROBLES CA 93446
MITCH PERKINS
ENG 568-0880226 E CANON PERDIDO STE. A SANTA BARBARA CA 93101
BLD2012-00465 1208 SAN MIGUEL AVE R/B-ADDITION PINTARD, DAVID C OWNER
1208 SAN MIGUEL AVE SANTA BARBARACA 93109
250,000 6/11/2012
TOWNSEND CONSTRUCTION
CON 680-2263PO BOX 68854 SB CA 93160
PAUL SPIELER ENGENEERS
ENG 568-1750629 STATE ST SANTA BARBARA CA 93101
BLD2012-00478 1095 TREMONTO RD R/B-SITE WORK HELLMAN ERIK M/LEAH P OWNER
1095 TREMONTO RD SANTA BARBARACA 93103
65,000 6/7/2012
GARY FROLENKO
ENG 682-388723 HITCHCOCK WAY #104 SANTA BARBARA CA
BLD2012-00499 40 E ALAMAR AVE C/B-ALTERATION DRAMMER STEPHEN E/JANIS F TRUSTEES OWNER
PO BOX 391 HANALEIHI 96714
272,598 6/5/2012
YOUNG BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION*
CON 963-67879 ASHLEY AVENUE SANTA BARBARA CA 93103
DAVID ROBINSON
ENG 805-641-1212
J. MICHAEL HOLLIDAY
ARC [email protected] ROSARIO PARK ROAD SANTA BARBARA CA 93105
JOHN MALONEY
ENG 899-3775156 W. ALAMAR AVE. #B SANTA BARBARA CA 93105
BLD2012-00603 638 SUTTON AVE R/A-ENF HOMESTRONG USA, LLC OWNER
8711 MONROE CT STE A RANCHO CUCAMONGACA 91730
45,000 6/12/2012
MONROY'S CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
CON 705-5512P.O. BOX 40187 SANTA BARBARA CA 93140
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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER June 27, 2012
ROLEADDRESS VAL. $ DATE ISSUEDPERMIT #
BLD2012-00634 1150 SAN ROQUE RD C/A-FIRE SPRINKLERMARSHA ELLESTON OWNER
114 ONTARE HILLS LANE SANTA BARBARACA 93105
25,500 6/1/2012
NARGAN FIRE & SAFETY
CON 964-7605 FAX629 FIRESTONE RD GOLETA CA 93117
BLD2012-00695 322 STATE ST C/C-ALTERATIONJEANNE WALKER OWNER
319 C ANACAPA SANTA BARBARACA 93101
564-3335 180,000 6/7/2012
HALL CONTRACTING CORPORATION
CON 896-087425 CRESTVIEW LANE SANTA BARBARA CA 93108
BLD2012-00748 117 CALLE PALO COLORADO R/B-ALTERATIONKATE FORD OWNER
720 SANTA BARBARA STSANTA BARBARACA 93101
30,000 6/1/2012
GRIFFIN & CRANE
CON 966-6401224 S. MILPAS STREET SANTA BARBARA CA 93103
GARY FROLENKO
ENG 682-388723 HITCHCOCK WAY #104 SANTA BARBARA CA
JASON GRANT
DES 805-682-11413040 STATE STREET SUITE E SANTA BARBARA CA 93105
BLD2012-00823 820 BOND AVE. C/B-ALTERATION MARBLE, CALVIN D FAMILY TRUST 3/24/ OWNER
1815 STATE ST STE B SANTA BARBARACA 93101
73,381 6/11/2012
METAL TECH
CON 909-606-832914223 IRONBARK AVE. CHINO CA 91710
BLD2012-01035 145 VISTA DE LA CUMBRE R/A-ALTERATION BROWN JOHN WESLEY/KATHIANN TRUSTEES OWNER
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Unlicensed Operators
Like legitimate contractors, unlicensed operators sometimes use advertising to find new clients. Ads without license numbers or with numbers that are not issued by the CSLB are frequently used by the Board to identify sting targets.
The CSLB and other enforcement agencies use two sections of the law—B&P Sections 7027.1 and 7099.10—to take legal action against unlicensed contractors and, on occasion, against licensed contractors who advertise illegally.
If an unlicensed operator advertises as a contractor in a telephone directory, and if an investigation determines the entity doing the advertising is unlicensed, under B&P Section 7099.10 (a), the Registrar can issue a citation for a fine or other civil penalty assessment. The citation will also include an order of correction that requires:
any phone number in the unlawful ad and to not refer subsequent calls to any new number obtained by that person. If the order of correction isn’t made, the Registrar can have the Public Utilities Commission disconnect the phone service.
If you believe that an unlicensed contractor is actively working on a construction project, contact the CSLB at 1-800-321-CSLB (2752) or fill out a “SWIFT Lead Referral” form, which is available on the CSLB Web site, www.cslb.ca.gov.
CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS
ADVERTISINGGUIDELINES
ADVERTISING
Include your license number in
anything that might be considered
advertising.
Don’t use false or misleading
advertising, or advertise a price
you don’t intend to honor.
Don’t advertise to do work you’re
not licensed to perform.
Don’t advertise about bonding.
When advertising asbestos
removal services, be sure to include
your asbestos certification and
registration numbers along with
your business name.
Notify CSLB whenever you see
advertising for an unlicensed
contractor.
CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD
P.O. Box 26000Sacramento, CA 95826-00261-800-321-CSLB (2752)www.cslb.ca.gov
D E P A R T M E N T O F C O N S U M E R A F F A I R S
07/08
Unlicensed Operators
Like legitimate contractors, unlicensed operators sometimes use advertising to find new clients. Ads without license numbers or with numbers that are not issued by the CSLB are frequently used by the Board to identify sting targets.
The CSLB and other enforcement agencies use two sections of the law—B&P Sections 7027.1 and 7099.10—to take legal action against unlicensed contractors and, on occasion, against licensed contractors who advertise illegally.
If an unlicensed operator advertises as a contractor in a telephone directory, and if an investigation determines the entity doing the advertising is unlicensed, under B&P Section 7099.10 (a), the Registrar can issue a citation for a fine or other civil penalty assessment. The citation will also include an order of correction that requires:
any phone number in the unlawful ad and to not refer subsequent calls to any new number obtained by that person. If the order of correction isn’t made, the Registrar can have the Public Utilities Commission disconnect the phone service.
If you believe that an unlicensed contractor is actively working on a construction project, contact the CSLB at 1-800-321-CSLB (2752) or fill out a “SWIFT Lead Referral” form, which is available on the CSLB Web site, www.cslb.ca.gov.
CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS
ADVERTISINGGUIDELINES
ADVERTISING
Include your license number in
anything that might be considered
advertising.
Don’t use false or misleading
advertising, or advertise a price
you don’t intend to honor.
Don’t advertise to do work you’re
not licensed to perform.
Don’t advertise about bonding.
When advertising asbestos
removal services, be sure to include
your asbestos certification and
registration numbers along with
your business name.
Notify CSLB whenever you see
advertising for an unlicensed
contractor.
CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD
P.O. Box 26000Sacramento, CA 95826-00261-800-321-CSLB (2752)www.cslb.ca.gov
D E P A R T M E N T O F C O N S U M E R A F F A I R S
07/08
Unlicensed Operators
Like legitimate contractors, unlicensed operators sometimes use advertising to find new clients. Ads without license numbers or with numbers that are not issued by the CSLB are frequently used by the Board to identify sting targets.
The CSLB and other enforcement agencies use two sections of the law—B&P Sections 7027.1 and 7099.10—to take legal action against unlicensed contractors and, on occasion, against licensed contractors who advertise illegally.
If an unlicensed operator advertises as a contractor in a telephone directory, and if an investigation determines the entity doing the advertising is unlicensed, under B&P Section 7099.10 (a), the Registrar can issue a citation for a fine or other civil penalty assessment. The citation will also include an order of correction that requires:
any phone number in the unlawful ad and to not refer subsequent calls to any new number obtained by that person. If the order of correction isn’t made, the Registrar can have the Public Utilities Commission disconnect the phone service.
If you believe that an unlicensed contractor is actively working on a construction project, contact the CSLB at 1-800-321-CSLB (2752) or fill out a “SWIFT Lead Referral” form, which is available on the CSLB Web site, www.cslb.ca.gov.
CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS
ADVERTISINGGUIDELINES
ADVERTISING
Include your license number in
anything that might be considered
advertising.
Don’t use false or misleading
advertising, or advertise a price
you don’t intend to honor.
Don’t advertise to do work you’re
not licensed to perform.
Don’t advertise about bonding.
When advertising asbestos
removal services, be sure to include
your asbestos certification and
registration numbers along with
your business name.
Notify CSLB whenever you see
advertising for an unlicensed
contractor.
CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD
P.O. Box 26000Sacramento, CA 95826-00261-800-321-CSLB (2752)www.cslb.ca.gov
D E P A R T M E N T O F C O N S U M E R A F F A I R S
07/08
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2012 ADVERTISING RATE SHEET
SIZE BIANNUALLY ANNUALLYSBCA Website - 468 x 60 pixels $850 $1500 SBCA Online Planroom - Level 1 - 234 x 60 pixels $425 $ 750 SBCA Online Planroom - Level 2 - 234 x 60 pixels $425 $ 750 SBCA Online Planroom - Level 3 - 468 x 60 pixels $600 $1000 SBCA Online Planroom - Level 4 - 468 x 60 pixels $600 $1000 SBCA Online Planroom - Level 5 - 221 x 26 pixels $600 $1000 SBCA Online Planroom - Level 6 - 468 x 60 pixels $850 $1500 SBCA Online Planroom - Level 7 - 221 x 125 pixels $850 $1500
RUN TIME - The Santa Barbara Contractors Association web site www.sbcontractors.org, had more than 2.7 million visitors in the year 2011. Ads run for 12 seconds each on every page of the site. All banner ads can link to your company website. The online planroom site runs per click in each zone, and a biannual report of ad views and ad clicks can and provided upon request. Levels are as follows: Level 1 - Planrooms, Bidding Projects, CSI Projects, Keyword Search Results, View & Print Project Docs, Level 2 - Planrooms, Bidding Projects, CSI Projects, Project Info Search, Install Software, Level 3 - Login Page, Level 4 - Login Page, Level 5 - Project Details, Level 6 - My Desk, CSI Code Setup, Keyword Spec Search, Daily Project Email Setup, Support Center, View Activity, Add to Bidders and Search Spec Book, Level 7 - Project Details.
2012 Web Banner Advertising
SIZE 13 ISSUES 52 ISSUESBusiness Card - 3.5” x 2” $125 $ 400 1/4 Page - 3.5” x 4.75” $175 $ 650 1/2 Page - 7.375” x 4.75” $350 $1200 Full Page - 7.375 x 10.25” $500 $1750 Full Page - 7.375 x 10.25” - 1 Issue Special Insert $300 (please provide run date)
DISTRIBUTION - The Santa Barbara Contractors Association Newsletter is distributed 52 times a year to over 600 subscribers. Copies are delivered electronically on Wednesdays. The Newsletter is provided free to association members.
DEADLINES - Artwork must be received by Wednesday at noon for the following Wednesday’s publication.
2012 Newsletter Advertising
FORMAT OF ARTWORK - Artwork must be submitted in a digital format. Web Banner Ads can not be larger than 15KB. Artwork must be exact size. We accept PDF, TIFF, JPEG, GIF; InDesign & Illustrator �les save as EPS & have fonts turned to outlines.
SUBMISSION OF ARTWORK - Please deliver your artwork along with your payment to the SBCA. Send emails to [email protected] or mail a CD to P.O. Box 23409, Santa Barbara, CA 93121 or deliver to the SBCA o�ce at 914 A Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.
ARTWORK QUALITY - The SBCA is not responsible for the quality of ads that do not meet the above criteria. Advertisers must be current members of the SBCA. All advertisements are subject to approval by the SBCA Board of Directors.
PAYMENT -
Santa Barbara Contractors AssociationP.O. Box 23409, Santa Barbara, CA 93121805-884-1100 phone 805-884-1108 fax
www.sbcontractors.org [email protected]
The SBCA accepts Check Visa Master Card American Express
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Board of Directors
John HolehousePresident
Jack Martin1st Vice President
Paulo Sitolini2nd Vice President
Dan GeorgeTreasurer
Peter NovakParliamentarian
Patrick Foster
David James
Brian Larkowski
William Mace
Mark Magid
Aaron McKean
Rodney Utt
Executive DirectorKarin [email protected]
Administrative AssistantApril [email protected]
Santa Barbara Contractors Association914 A Santa Barbara StreetP. O. Box 23409Santa Barbara, CA 93121805.884.1100 Phone805.884.1108 Faxinfo@sbcontractors.orgwww.sbcontractors.orgwww.builtgreensb.org
The Santa Barbara Contractors Association Newsletter is published weekly by the Santa Barbara Contractors Association, Inc. Edito-rial and advertising offices are located at 914 A Santa Barbara Street, P.O. Box 23409, Santa Barbara, CA 93121. Office 805-884-1100, Fax 805-884-1108, Email [email protected]. A subscription is included in the annual membership dues. The news-letter is distributed to more than 600 local businesses and agencies. Articles appearing in this newsletter are presented as a public service and may not reflect the opinion of the publisher, its board of directors or its members. Please send comments regarding the newsletter to [email protected].