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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER July 11, 2012 Volume 18 Issue 28

Santa Barbara Contractors Association Celebrating Over 60 Years of Service to the Community

In This IssueCSLB Takes Aim at “off the Books” Activity Calendar Highlights Page 2Tailgate Safety Topic Page 7Kalb’s Q & A for Contractors Page 14SBCA Online Planroom Report Page 16SB City Building Permits Page 20South County Building Permits Page 26North County Building Permits Page 47SBCA Ad Rates for 2012 Page 57

We protect the people who build California.

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Operation Underground Takes Aim at “Off the Books” Activity CSLB and partners to take action against contractors operating in California’s underground economy

SACRAMENTO – Investigators from the Contrac-tors State License Board (CSLB) and their coun-terparts from the state Department of Insurance (CDI), Employment Development Department (EDD), and county district attorneys’ offices part-nered for a series of sweeps at suspected ille-gal construction sites on June 20 and 21, 2012. Sweeps were conducted in 11 counties, where 104 enforcement actions were issued for failure to carry workers’ compensation insurance, under-re-porting the number of workers to obtain cheaper insurance premiums and to pay less payroll with-holding tax, and cash payment to hide unregu-lated practices. Uninsured, untaxed, unlicensed, and unregulated activity is referred to as the un-derground economy.

Sweeps took place in cities within Alameda, Butte, El Dorado, Kern, Los Angeles, Monterey, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Santa Clara, and Yolo Counties. CSLB and its partners targeted 133 con-tractors, suspected of violating the state’s labor, employment, tax, and licensure laws. Some re-ceived stop orders for the workers’ compensation insurance violations, which means they are not allowed to use employee labor until they obtain a policy for their workers and submit proof to CSLB.

“Participants in the state’s underground economy are harmful to everyone,” said CSLB Registrar Steve Sands. “Anyone who neglects their responsibility to comply with state contracting, insurance, and

payroll requirements drives up premiums. At the same time, legitimate licensed contractors strug-gle because illegal operators underbid them.”

“Operation Underground is a result of the part-nership under the Joint Enforcement Strike Force which is made up of various state agencies in-cluding CDI, CSLB, and EDD to aggressively com-bat the underground economy,” said Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones. “Legitimate business-es that play by the rules are often forced to close their doors because illegal businesses are cheat-

Construction Awards Banquet 2012Recognizing Excellence in Construction

Monday July 30, 2012 at 6pmFess Parkers DoubleTree Resort

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ing the system.”

Highlights of the two-day operation, by county, are as follows:• Investigators issued two citations for workers’ comp violations and stop orders in Pleasanton. One of them also faces contracting without a li-cense charges. In Dublin, one was cited for work-ers’ comp violations and received a stop order (Alameda County).

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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER July 11, 2012

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

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 Construction Awards BanquetRecognizing Excellence in ConstructionJuly 30, 2012 from 6:00pm to 9:00pmLocation: Fess Parkers Doubletree Resort,633 East Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara

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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

September 2012SBCA Office Closed Labor Day HolidaySeptember 3, 2012

SBCA Board of Directors MeetingSeptember 4, 2012 from 5:00pm to 7:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

SBCA Online Planroom Demo & TrainingSeptember 5, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

EPA Lead Paint RRP TrainingPresented by Criterion EnvironmentalSeptember 11, 2012 from 7:30am to 5:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

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LADDER SAFETY 2

Ladders are handy, simple tools to use, but if they are not maintained properly, they can be unsafe. Falls are the third leading cause of

worker deaths, with 609 workers killed and 272,000 injured in 2002. Half of these injuries and deaths involved a ladder. Ladder accidents

can occur if they are faulty, if they have been set up improperly, and if they are used improperly.

While workers are familiar with the rules for safe ladder setup and use, it is important to know how to inspect, maintain, and store ladders

used in the workplace. The materials that go into ladders are designed and engineered to last indefinitely if they are cared for and not

abused. Proper maintenance, care, and an inspection checklist can guard workers against using a faulty ladder.

Neglected ladders can become unsafe ladders, so workers should maintain them frequently. Before using a ladder, it should be inspected to

make sure it is in good working condition. If an inspection shows defects in a ladder, it should be immediately tagged out of service. Broken

or damaged ladders should be properly repaired by a qualified worker or they should be discarded and replaced.

A ladder inspection begins from the top down. Workers should look for loose steps and rungs. The rungs should be sturdy, clean, and not

slippery from grease or oil. The upright ladder legs should be strong and free of cracks, splits, and bent edges. The ladders braces should

be solid. Nails, screws, bolts or other fasteners should be tight. Finally, the ladder feet should be examined and the non-slip base should be

in good repair.

Different ladder types and materials have specific inspection points. Wood ladders should never be painted and should not have cracks or

splits. Metal and fiberglass ladders should be checked for bends and breaks. Metal ladders should be inspected for signs of corrosion. Step

ladders should not be wobbly, a possible indication of side strain, and the hinges should be firm and straight. Extension ladders should have

working extension locks that seat properly. The extension rope should not be rotted or frayed.

Workers should try to prevent ladder damage during transport and use because this can weaken the ladder. When hauling a ladder,

workers should tie it securely to the vehicle to prevent nicks, gouges, or chafing. Damaged bolts and joints can work loose and eventually

cause the ladder to twist and become unstable. Straight ladders should be stored flat or on wall brackets to prevent sagging or warping.

Step ladders should be stored upright and in the closed position. All ladders should be stored in covered, protected areas away from

moisture sources.

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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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SEGURIDAD EN LAS ESCALERAS 2

Las escaleras de mano son herramientas prácticas y simples de usar, pero si no reciben mantenimiento apropiado pueden ser peligrosas.

Las caídas son la tercera causa más importante de muerte de trabajadores, con 609 trabajadores muertos y 272,000 lesionados en 2002.

La mitad de esas lesiones y muertes involucraron una escalera de mano. Los accidentes con escaleras de mano ocurren si éstas tienen

defectos, si están mal colocadas o si se usan incorrectamente.

Aunque los trabajadores conozcan las reglas de seguridad para la colocación y uso seguro de las escaleras de mano, es importante que

sepan cómo inspeccionarlas, hacerles el mantenimiento y cómo guardar las escaleras que usan en su sitio de trabajo. Los materiales que

se usan en la construcción de las escaleras están diseñados para durar indefinidamente si se tratan con cuidado y no sufren abusos. Un

mantenimiento apropiado, un buen cuidado y una lista de inspección pueden ayudar a prevenir que los trabajadores usen una escalera

defectuosa.

Las escaleras descuidadas pueden convertirse en peligros, por lo tanto los trabajadores deben darle mantenimiento con frecuencia. Antes

de usar una escalera de mano, se debe inspeccionar para asegurar que esté en buenas condiciones de operación. Si durante la inspección

se descubre algún defecto en la escalera, ésta debe rotularse y sacarse de servicio de inmediato. Las escaleras rotas o dañadas deben ser

reparadas correctamente por un trabajador calificado o deben desecharse y reemplazarse.

La inspección de una escalera comienza de arriba hacia abajo. Los trabajadores deben observar que no tenga peldaños flojos. Los

peldaños deben ser resistentes, estar limpios y no estar resbalosos con aceite o grasa. Las patas verticales de la escalera deben ser

fuertes, sin grietas, rajaduras o bordes doblados. Las abrazaderas de la escalera deben estar fuertes. Los clavos, tornillos y otros

elementos de sujeción deben estar apretados. Finalmente, los pies de las escaleras deben examinarse y sus bases antideslizantes deben

estar en buenas condiciones.

Los diferentes tipos y materiales de las escaleras tienen diferentes puntos de inspección. Las escaleras de madera nunca deben pintarse y

no deben tener grietas ni rajaduras. Las escaleras de metal o de fibra de vidrio deben revisarse para asegurar que no tengan curvaturas ni

roturas. Las escaleras de metal deben revisarse para ver que no tengan señales de corrosión. Las escaleras de tijera no deben estar

tambaleantes, una indicación de posible tensión lateral, y las bisagras deben estar firmes y rectas. Las escaleras extensibles deben tener

bloqueos de extensión que traben correctamente. Las cuerdas de extensión no deben estar podridas ni desgastadas.

Los trabajadores deben tratar de evitar daños a las escaleras durante su transporte y uso porque eso debilita a la escalera. Al transportar

una escalera, los trabajadores deben atarla fuertemente al vehículo para evitar que reciba golpes, rozaduras o rayones. Los pernos y

juntas dañadas pueden aflojarse y eventualmente hacer que la escalera se tuerza y se vuelva inestable. Las escaleras rectas deben

guardarse planas o en ganchos en la pared para evitar que se comben o se pandeen. Las escaleras de tijera deben guardarse verticales y

en posición cerrada. Todas las escaleras deben guardarse en áreas protegidas y alejadas de fuentes de humedad.

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Kalb’s Capitol Connection Q & A for ContractorsBy David Kalb & Shauna Krause, Capitol Services, Inc.

Limited Specialty Licensing, DAS Electrical Cer-tification & Worker’s Comp Exemptions

Changes in ‘limited’ specialty licensing in CA has created ‘unlimited’ numbers of relevant ques-tions for contractors. In sharing his disturbing story another contractor will discover there are still a few good options open to him…

Q: I was checking the CSLB website for informa-tion on the “C-61/D-51”, classification. It’s show-ing: “D-51” – Waterproofing and weatherproof-ing — under relevant class. Do you know what the “relevant class” is?

A: The “D-51” (waterproofing and weatherproof-ing) was a “C-61” (limited specialty) category eliminated by the CSLB a number of years ago. This work now falls under any of several clas-sifications, depending on the specific project you’re doing. The “relevant” classifications are “C-39 (roofing), “C-33” (painting), “C-29” (mason-ry), or “C-54” (tile). Therefore, if the waterproof-ing/weatherproofing you’re doing relates to roofing, you’ll need a “C-39”; if painting is your specialty, you’d need the “C-33”, and so on.

Q: Do you have any experience dealing with the CSLB relating to certification of electricians? I was trying to get some idea on what kind of enforcement action is typically taken and what penalties might be expected for non-compli-ance.

A: According to the 2012 License Law and refer-ence book, “Upon referral by the Chief of the Di-vision of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) alleg-ing a violation under this section, the Registrar of Contractors shall open an investigation”. The Registrar may also initiate an investigation and disciplinary action on his own.

We’re knowledgeable about the history of these certifications through the DAS but have not directly handled any. The CSLB only gets involved as it relates to enforcement actions for “C-10” contractors that do not comply. En-forcement of this certification is relatively new for the CSLB and we’re not aware of any stats regarding how often the CSLB has taken action for non-compliance and what penalties, if any, have been levied.

Q: Thanks for what you do with the industry! I have three questions.

1. We recently had to downsize and lay off all our employees. If I’m the only employee, can I hold a license, be incorporated and not have Worker’s Compensation Insurance? 2. Can I switch my Responsible Managing Officer (RMO) status to a new and different corporation and still keep all my classifications? The new cor-poration would be an “S” or a “C”, if that made any difference. And again the same insurance question if I’m the only employee on this new company. Finally, is there a form to file if I have

no employees?

A: Thank you for the kind words. We’re sorry to hear you’ve had to lay off your employees.

If you’re the only Officer (and employee) on a corporate license as well as the Qualifier, you can hold the license without needing Worker’s Compensation. This would be true for your ex-isting company or “new and different” corpora-tion (“S” or “C”). The form you’ll want to file with the Board is the “Exemption from Workers’ Com-pensation”.

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• Investigators in Chico opened one insurance investigation, and two contracting citations are pending in Paradise (Butte County). • Six citations were issued for workers’ comp vio-lations, and three investigations and audits were opened in South Lake Tahoe (El Dorado County). • In Bakersfield, two insurance fraud and two EDD investigations were opened (Kern County). • One contractor caught in Inglewood and anoth-er in Santa Clarita will face tax audits (Los Angeles County). • One insurance investigation was opened in Sali-nas; three were cited for workers’ comp violations in Pebble Beach; one was cited in Carmel for con-tracting without a license and illegal advertising; and two were cited for workers’ comp violations and received stop orders (Monterey County). • Two contractors caught in Riverside face EDD audits, along with one in Temecula (Riverside County). • One contractor caught in Ontario received a citation for workers’ comp violations and faces an EDD audit; one caught in Chino Hills faces an EDD audit; one contractor at a Fontana jobsite

received a citation for aiding and abetting a non-licensee who was cited for contracting without a license and failure to carry workers’ comp; and one EDD audit was opened in Upland (San Ber-nardino County). • Sixteen EDD audits were opened and one per-son was cited for workers’ comp violations in San Jose; and one EDD audit was opened in Campbell (Santa Clara County). • In Woodland, investigators issued six stop or-ders for workers’ comp violations and opened six investigations for insurance and tax fraud (Yolo County).

CSLB urges consumers to follow these tips when hiring a contractor:

• Hire only licensed contractors and ask to see their license and a photo ID to verify their iden-tity. Make sure that all subcontractors also have the appropriate licenses and that the contractor has a good payment history with those supplying project materials. • Always check the license numbers on CSLB’s In-

stant License Check to make sure the licenses are in good standing, and that employees are cov-ered by workers’ compensation insurance. • Don’t pay more than 10 percent or $1,000, whichever is less, as a down payment. There is an exception for about two dozen licensees who carry special bonds to protect consumers. These exceptions are noted on CSLB’s website.• Don’t pay in cash, and don’t let payments get ahead of the work.

The Contractors State License Board operates un-der the umbrella of the California Department of Consumer Affairs. More information and publica-tions about hiring contractors are available on the CSLB website or by calling 800-321-CSLB (2752). You can also sign up for CSLB email alerts. CSLB li-censes and regulates California’s 300,000 contrac-tors, and is regarded as one of the leading con-sumer protection agencies in the United States. In fiscal year 2010-11, CSLB helped recover nearly $45 million in ordered restitution for consumers.

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Weekly Bulletin

7/5/2012

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 7/5/2012

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 12, 201222 Parking Structure Photovoltaic Project, Bldg. 254 Santa Barbara

2:30 PM 7/12/2012 FM120188L/986610

MAND June 26 @ 10:30am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Provide all labor, materials, equipment, insurance and services for the installation of a minimum 374 kW AC CEC (total build-out including the Bid Alternate is a minimum 489 kW AC CEC) grid-tied photovoltaic (PV) system on the upper levels of the 22 Parking Structure as shown in the contract documents. This will include the fabrication and installation of steel support structures on to the existing pilasters, the relocation of existing lighting and fire alarm systems, and the removal of existing stair and elevator trellises. The contractor will also provide a complete PDI (Performance Based Initiative) eligible monitoring system, capable of measuring production data to the string or module level.

Included in the addition of hose bibs for the washing of solar panels, and the installation of 2 vehicle charging stations on level 1 of the 22 parking structure, as well as the infrastructure of four (4) additional stations.

Estimated Construction Cost: $2,737,755.007/3/2012Addenda: 1

Tri-County Blueprinting & Supply, CA 805-966-1701, Fax#: 805-966-9484UCSB - George Levinthal Facilities Management, Building 370, Santa Barbara, CA 93106 805-893-2661 x 2205, Fax#: 805-893-4493

= New Plans Entered This Week

SBCA ONLiNE PLANROOM REPORT

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REDUCE YOUR WORKERS’ COMP INSURANCE COSTS

The SBCA and 25 Builder’s Exchanges in California have joined to form the Golden State Builders Exchange (GSBE). Participation in this group insurance program may significantly reduce the cost of your workers’ com-pensation premiums over a State Compensation Insur-ance Fund individual policy. Qualifying SBCA members are eligible for a 6% discount. Ask to be placed into the SBCA Group 821. Please call the SBCA office for more information and conversion form. If you are already with State Fund, please call us or your broker to see if you qualify for this group program.

www.statefundca.com

V I S I T

The Built Green Resource Center offers information, programs and classes on green building practices and materials. It showcases energy independence, wa-ter savings, and other sustainable building practices. The Resource Center is open to the public by appointment only. Please call 805-884-1100 to schedule your visit.

www.builtgreensb.org805.884.1100

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Santa-Barbara-Contractors-Association/148630181837181

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Santa Barbara Contractors Association Projects Out to Bid 7/5/2012

Tuesday, July 17, 2012Arts Building Renovation Communications Inside Wiring Plan - Phase II Santa Barbara

2:30 PM 7/17/2012 FM120513S/988720

MAND July 10 @ 1:30pm


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Provide all labor, materials, equipment, insurance, and services for the installation of approximately 350 communications wiring packages, including several wireless access point. Includes provisions and placement of cable trays, wire baskets, J-hooks as required to group and route multiple cables between rooms and into existing communications sub-terminals as required to support the terminations of new cabling.

Estimated Construction Cost: $125,000.00Addenda: 0

Tri-County Blueprinting & Supply, CA 805-966-1701, Fax#: 805-966-9484UCSB - Steve Eggemeyer, CA 805-893-7193

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


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

Thursday, July 26, 2012French Camp Road/I-5 Interchange Stockton

2:00 PM 7/26/2012 Project No.99-01


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

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Santa Barbara City College Summer School 2012

CT 113 Roof Framing T/Th 6:00-9:00pm

(8 weeks) Wake Center (Located by Turnpike/101) (Beg. 6/19/12)

CT 153 Electrical Mathematics W: 5:30-9:30pm Rod Bond Training Center, Buellton

(Beg. 5/21/12)

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CONSTRUCTION MONITOR'S REPORT

for permits issued between: 6/25/2012 6/29/2012and

Building & Safety DivisionCity of Santa Barbara

ROLEADDRESS VAL. $ DATE ISSUEDPERMIT #

BLD2011-01436 34 W VICTORIA ST C/F/G-NEWROBERT ADAMS OWNER

105 W SOLA ST # 206 SANTA BARBARACA 93101

805-455-4224 20,000,000 6/27/2012

BOB CUNNINGHAM

LAN 962-9055CUNNINGHAM DESIGN 202 E. COTA STREET SANTA BARBARA CA 93

CEARNAL ANDRULAITIS, LLP

ARC [email protected] 1/2 STATE ST SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

VICTORIA STREET PARTNERS, LLC

OWN 415-512-8118239 BRANNAN ST # 7J ATTN: MARGARET CAFARELLI SAN FRANCISCO

BLD2012-00549 2310 STATE ST R/B-ADDITION LAUER, C MARK OWNER

2310 STATE ST SANTA BARBARACA 93105

80,000 6/27/2012

UTT CONSTRUCTION

CON 685-393874 D AERO CAMINO GOLETA CA 93117

LORI KARI

ARC 965-0560205-A SANTA BARBARA ST SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

BLD2012-00552 1018 E GUTIERREZ ST R/A-ENF CRUZ, JAVIER STEVEN OWNER

6274 SHAMROCK AVE GOLETACA 93117

40,000 6/29/2012

ERIC SWENUMSON ***

DES 805-967-5507654 ANDAMAR WAY GOLETA CA 93117

BLD2012-00614 802 E COTA ST C/B-ALTERATIONJOHN BRCCHIO OWNER

720 SANTA BARBARA STSANTA BARBARACA 93101

38,000 6/28/2012

ARMSTRONG ASSOCIATES

CON 899-83731825 STATE ST SUITE 202 SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

CLYNE CONSTRUCTION

CON 805-682-7430425 EAST VALERIO SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

BLD2012-00722 611 PASEO NUEVO C/B-ALTERATION I & G DIRECT REAL ESTATE 3, LP OWNER

2235 FARADAY AVE # OATTN HILARY RAYMOND

CARLSBADCA 92008

30,000 6/28/2012

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[email protected]

(805) 683-1848Fax: 805.964.6653

Lic. #559076

GEOTECHNICAL SERVICESSoils Engineering Reports, Slope Stability

Foundation Forensics, Liquefaction AnalysisENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Percolation Testing, Septic FieldsEnvironmental Site Assessment

GEOLOGIC SERVICESEngineering Geology Reports

Fault and Landslide Investigation, Bluff SetbackSPECIAL INSPECTION

Welding, High Strength Bolt, FireproofingEpoxy, Concrete, Masonry, URM Retrofit

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONGrading and Testing Observation, CalTrans Certified

Footing and Foundation ObservationLABORATORY AND DRILLING SERVICES

In-House Laboratory Testing, andTract-Mounted CME Drill Rig

Federal and California Certified Small Business

License No. 788005

SBCA Best Hardscape & LandscapeInternational Landscape Designer of the Year - 2009

Phone (805) 687-3569 gracedesignassociates.com

License No. 788005

SBCA Best Hardscape & LandscapeInternational Landscape Designer of the Year - 2009

Phone (805) 687-3569 | gracedesignassociates.com

General Contractor CM-at-Risk

Construction Management

Frank Schipper Construction Co.

SERVING THE TRI-COUNTY AREA

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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LACY CONSTRUCTION

CON 818-916-486418375 VENTURA BLVD #541 TARZANA CA 91356

GERALD WILHELM

ARC 884-9325PO. BOX 2445 SANTA BARBARA CA 93120

BLD2012-00852 1032 CALLE SASTRE B R/A-ALTERATIONJUDY RICHARDS OWNER

4102 HIDDEN OAKS RD SANTA BARBARACA

805-687-8098 75,000 6/26/2012

BERTO VAN VEEN CONSTRUCTION

CON 937-3928220 E CLARK SUITE C SANTA MARIA CA 93455

LAND ARCH. INC.

DES 310-228-70001155 PALM ST #6 ATTN: BRIAN ACKERMAN SAN LUIS OBISPO CA 9340

BLD2012-00853 741 SENDA VERDE A R/A-ALTERATIONRUTH GEORGI OWNER

4102 HIDDEN OAKS RD SANTA BARBARACA 93105

805-687-8098 75,000 6/26/2012



LAND ARCH. INC.


BLD2012-00854 1027 SENDA VERDE A R/A-ALTERATION AMERICAN BAPTIST HOMES OF THE WEST OWNER

4102 HIDDEN OAKS RD SANTA BARBARACA 93105

805-687-8098 30,000 6/26/2012



LAND ARCH. INC.


BLD2012-00918 1635 ORAMAS RD R/A-ALTERATION GEORGE, THOMAS OWNER

45 OXFORD DR LINCOLNSHIREIL 60069

70,000 6/27/2012

GEORGE, THOMAS

OWN 847-878-840845 OXFORD DR LINCOLNSHIRE IL 60069

ROBERT IRVINE

APL [email protected] RINCONADA RD SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

BLD2012-00947 1049 ALAMEDA PADRE SERRA R/B-ENF WHEELER, JARED B OWNER

9504 NE30TH ST BELLEVUEWA 98004

30,000 6/27/2012

PRAJA CONSTRUCTION **

CON 963-64411308 E. YANONALI STREET SANTA BARABARA CA 93101

MITCH PERKINS

ENG 568-0880226 E CANON PERDIDO STE. A SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

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PHONE (805) 965-1926 FAX (805) 963-6071

OSWALD J. DA ROS, INC. • MASONRY CONTRACTORS •

Lic# 216916 MARBLE • GRANITE • STONES

976 Carrillo Road PETER A DA ROS Santa Barbara, CA 93103

805-498-8350

www.augustroofing.com

Residential & Commercial

• Workers Comp Insurance• General Liability Insurance• All work done by company experts• Locally owned and operated• Free Estimates

“Waterproofing at it’s best, quality above the rest!”

CA Lic. B & C-39 786740

Repairs, Re-Roofingand New Construction

P.O. Box 517Santa Barbara, CA 93102

Phone 805-618-8648Email [email protected]

www.tradartfoundation.org

Donate used build materials to the Habitat ReStore All proceeds go directly back to Habitat for Humanity

Goleta ReStore 6725 Hollister Avenue, Goleta

(between Los Carneros & Storke)

Appliances │ Doors │ Windows │ Lighting │ Tile │ Cabinets│ Hardware

Tues. - Fri.: 12 pm - 5 pm Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm Phone: (805) 692-2226

www.sbhabitat.org

Serving Southern Santa Barbara County

SBCA Member Since 1995

WaterProof Deck Coating SystemsConcrete Restoration Resurfacing

Restoration of integral colors & exposed aggregrate

Visit us at brooksqc.com966-5020 CSL 496582

SINCE 1975

BROOKsQUALITY COATINGS

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PAUL ZINK

ARC 570-7382779 CALABRIA DRIVE SANTA BARBARA CA 93105

BLD2012-01034 406 ANACAPA ST R/A-ENF ABATEMENT LIEUWEN-HIGHT, EMILIE 2010 TRUST 9/ OWNER

5436 FAIRGREEN WAY BONSALLCA 92003

100,000 6/27/2012

RICHARD REDMOND

ARC 966-1200

BLD2012-01064 1445 MISSION RIDGE RD R/OTC-REROOF KIMBROUGH FAMILY TRUST 10/30/87 OWNER

27 W ANAPAMU ST # 364 SANTA BARBARACA 93101

30,000 6/27/2012

SAFEGUARD ROOFING

CON [email protected] E. MASON ST. SANTA BARBARA CA 93103

BLD2012-01186 1000 STATE ST C/OTC-REROOF QUINCY/1000 ASSOCIATES, LP OWNER

21 E VICTORIA STE 200 SANTA BARBARACA 93101

95,000 6/27/2012

ACTION ROOFING***

CON 966-3696 534 E ORTEGA ST SANTA BARBARA CA 93103

BLD2012-01197 1035 STATE ST C/OTC-MECH HOWARD, CYNTHIA D GIFT TRUST 12/30/ OWNER

1819 W OLIVE AVE BURBANKCA 91506

90,000 6/29/2012

BARRETT AIR CONDITIONING CO. INC

CON 962-4988535 LAGUNA ST. SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

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If you are anemployer who wishes to obtain assistance from

Cal/OSHAConsultation, or want to learn more about what

services are available, you can do so by calling the

toll-free assistance number.

1(800) 963-9424 If you want to arrange an

on-site visit or obtaintechnical information, you can contact the Cal/OSHA Consultation area office

nearest your workplace or you can email us at

[email protected].

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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

Company Name Contact Name Signature Date

Credit Card Number Expiration Date Security Code Authorized Charge $

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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

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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].

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