sbca weekly newsletter 08/29/12

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER August 29, 2012 Volume 18 Issue 36

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

In This IssueUnderstand Prevailing Wage Laws BeforeYou Bid On Public Works Projects Calendar Highlights Page 2Tailgate Safety Topic Page 7Kalb’s Q & A for Contractors Page 14Classified Ad Page 14Heat Safety Supervisor’s Checklist Page 16SBCA Board Of Directors Nominations Page 18SBCA Online Planroom Report Page 19SB City Building Permits Page 29South County Building Permits Page 32North County Building Permits Page 51SBCA Ad Rates for 2012 Page 66

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Understand Prevailing Wage LawsBefore You Bid On Public Works Projects

Complicating matters further, the DOL and state agencies may restrict the types of work that can be performed by workers in certain classifica-tions.

For example, a worker classified as a laborer may not be permitted to perform tasks traditionally associated with members of a particular trade or craft, such as plumbers or electricians.

Cash or fringe benefits?Generally, prevailing wage rates consist of a base rate paid in cash and a fringe benefit amount. Contractors have the option of pay¬ing fringe benefits in cash or applying fringe benefit cred-its for contributions to “bona fide” benefit plans, such as health and life insurance, long-term dis-ability plans, retirement plans, and vacation days or other paid time off.

Computing fringe benefit credits is complex, so you might be tempted to simply pay the fringe benefit amount in cash. But satisfying the fringe benefit obligation using bona fide benefit plans can be more cost-effective. Moreover, cash wag-es are subject to Social Security, Medicare and other payroll taxes, while contributions to bene-fit plans are generally exempt from these taxes.

Your advisors can help you determine which ap-proach would be better for your bottom line in light of your existing compensation and benefit

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As the economy continues to struggle, many contractors are adding public works projects to their repertoires just to stay profitable. Public projects can be a lucrative source of new work, but they’re also subject to complex federal and state requirements fraught with traps for the uninitiated. Prevailing wage laws are among the most treacherous.

What’s required?Most federal projects are subject to the Davis-Bacon Act, which requires federal contractors to pay a “prevailing wage.” That is, Davis-Bacon — along with its state counterparts — requires you to pay wages on a public project that are com-parable to wages for similar work in the same geographic area.

What’s more, a majority of states impose similar requirements on state-funded projects. If a proj-ect is financed by both federal and state funds, the higher wage usually applies.

How are wages determined?On federal projects, the U.S. Department of La-bor (DOL) sets prevailing wage rates. On state proj¬ects, the equivalent state agency sets the rates. One of the biggest challenges for con-tractors bidding on public projects is worker classifica¬tion. Prevailing wages may vary among different classifications, so it’s critical to get them right.

programs.

What record-keeping is needed?Compliance with prevailing wage laws demands timely, accurate record-keeping. You’ll need to submit certified payroll reports periodically and keep accurate internal payroll records on file. It’s particularly important that you document the classification of workers and the tasks they per-form.

Nominations for the 2013SBCA Board of Directors

are due this FridayAugust 31 at 5pm!

Let us know if you are interested in serving on the Board. See page 18 in this newsletter for a nomination form.

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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER August 29, 2012

AUGUST 2012SBCA Online Planroom Demo & TrainingAugust 1, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

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SEPTEMBER 2012SBCA Office Closed Labor Day HolidaySeptember 3, 2012

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Santa Barbara Contractors Association Calendar Highlights

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Federal/State Payroll Tax SeminarPresented by EDDSeptember 5, 2012 from 9:00am to 3:00pmLocation: Workforce Resource Center130 East Ortega Street, Santa Barbara

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OCTOBER 2012SBCA Board of Directors MeetingOctober 2, 2012 from 5:00pm to 7:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

SBCA Online Planroom Demo & TrainingOctober 3, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

Built Green OrientationOctober 4, 2012 from 9:00am to 10:00amLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street

SBCA Professional Industry Mixer October 11, 2012 Location: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

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ASBESTOS IN CONSTRUCTION

What is Asbestos? Asbestos is the name given to a group of naturally occurring minerals. Asbestos differs from other minerals, in that it forms long thin fibers instead of crystals. There are six different minerals, divided into two groups, included in the asbestos family. The two groups are Serpentine and Amphibole, and are based on the differences of their crystalline structure. Serpentine forms a sheet or layered structure. Amphiboles form a chain-like structure. Asbestos fibers are naturally occurring and stay airborne very well.

Where do you find asbestos? Asbestos is used in many products because of their high tensile strength, flexibility, and resistance to chemical and thermal breakdown. Asbestos is used in insulation, fireproofing materials, automotive brakes, cement and wallboard materials, floor tiles and roofing materials.

Chrysotile (a member of the Serpentine group) is the most common type of asbestos found in buildings. Chrysotile makes up 90-95% of all the asbestos in the United States. The federal government declared a moratorium on asbestos production in the early 1970’s. Installation of these products continued into the early 1980’s.

Who is at risk of asbestos exposure? The construction trades most at risk from asbestos are insulators, plumbers, pipefitters, electricians, sheet metal workers, roofers, bricklayers, painters, and steel workers. Any construction worker may be exposed occur during maintenance, remodeling, renovation or demolition of older buildings.

How can you become exposed? Disturbing asbestos materials may generate airborne asbestos fibers. Asbestos is only dangerous if it becomes airborne. To be a significant health concern, asbestos fibers must be inhaled over an extended period of time. Asbestos fibers then accumulate in the lungs. As exposure increases, the risk of asbestos related diseases also increase. As long as asbestos containing materials are not damaged, the asbestos fibers do not become airborne and do not pose a health threat.

Asbestos related diseases. Asbestosis– is a scarring of the lung tissue. The scarring impacts the elasticity of the lungs and lowers its ability to transfer oxygen and carbon dioxide. Asbestosis is a slowly progressive disease, taking 15 to 30 years to fully develop.

Mesothelioma– is a type of cancer. This disease attacks the lining of the space holding the lungs, called the pleura. Mesothelioma is considered to be exclusively related to asbestos exposure. Mesothelioma may take 30 to 40 years to develop.

Lung Cancer– is a malignant tumor in the lungs. The tumor grows through the surrounding tissues, invading and blocking the air passages of the lungs. The time between exposure to asbestos and the occurrence of lung cancer may take 20 to 30 years. It should be noted that there is a multiplying effect between smoking and asbestos exposure, which creates a high susceptibility to lung cancer.

How to protect yourself? Before you disturb asbestos (loosen the fibers) you must have special training. OSHA requires a “competent person” to be designated for all worksites that will involve asbestos work. The competent person should inspect the jobsite regularly, be knowledgeable of personal protective equipment, and supervise the work to be done to ensure all safety measures are being taken to prevent exposure to asbestos.

More Information For more detailed information and updates, visit the website maintained by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration at http://www.osha-slc.gov/SLTC/asbestos.

If you have any concerns or questions, contact your company’s health and safety representative.

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ASBESTO EN CONSTRUCCIÓN

¿Qué es Asbesto? Asbesto es el nombre dado a un grupo de materiales que ocurren en la naturaleza. El asbesto difiere de otros materiales en que forma fibras largas y delgadas en vez de cristales. Incluidos en la familia del asbesto existen seis diferentes minerales, divididos en dos grupos. Los dos grupos son Serpentinos y Anfíbolos, y su división se basa en las diferencias de su estructura cristalina. Los Anfíbolos forman una estructura en forma de cadena. Las fibras de asbesto ocurren naturalmente y se mantienen muy bien en suspensión en el aire. ¿Dónde se encuentra el asbesto? El asbesto se usa en muchos productos por su alta resistencia a la tensión, flexibilidad y resistencia a las sustancias químicas y a la descomposición térmica. El asbesto se usa en aislamiento, materiales a prueba de fuego, frenos para automóviles, cemento y materiales para tablas de pared para construcción, materiales para pisos y para techos. Crisótilo (un integrante del grupo Serpentino) es el tipo más común de asbesto que se encuentra en edificios. El Crisótilo constituye el 90 al 95% de todo el asbesto en los Estados Unidos. El gobierno federal declaró una moratoria en la producción de asbesto en la década de los setenta. La instalación de productos que contienen este material continuó hasta principios de la década de los ochenta. ¿Quiénes corren riesgos por exposición al asbesto? Los trabajadores manuales que corren el mayor riesgo de exposición al asbesto son los que instalan aislamiento térmico, los plomeros, los instaladores de tuberías, los electricistas, trabajadores de láminas metálicas, instaladores de techos, albañiles, pintores y trabajadores en la industria del acero. Cualquier trabajador de la industria de la construcción puede resultar expuesto durante trabajos de mantenimiento, remodelado, renovación o demolición de edificios viejos. ¿Cómo puede usted resultar expuesto? Cualquier disturbio a los materiales que contienen asbesto puede generar fibras de asbesto en suspensión en el aire. Para que éstas se conviertan en un peligro significativo a la salud, es necesario que se inhalen durante un período largo de tiempo. Al hacerlo, las fibras de asbesto se acumulan en los pulmones. Según aumenta la exposición del individuo, el riesgo de contraer enfermedades relacionadas con el asbesto también aumenta. Mientras que no se dañen los materiales que contienen asbesto, las fibras de asbesto no quedan en suspensión en el aire y no presentan peligros a la salud. Enfermedades relacionadas con el asbesto. Asbestosis – es la producción de cicatrices en el tejido de los pulmones. Las cicatrices afectan la elasticidad de los pulmones y disminuyen su habilidad de transferir oxígeno y dióxido de carbono. La asbestosis es una enfermedad de avance lento, que toma unos 15 a 30 años en desarrollarse por completo. Mesotelioma – es un tipo de cáncer. Esta enfermedad ataca el recubrimiento del espacio en que residen los pulmones, conocido como la pleura. El Mesotelioma se considera una enfermedad relacionada exclusivamente con la exposición al asbesto. El Mesotelioma puede tomar de 30 a 40 años en desarrollarse. Cáncer del pulmón – es un tumor canceroso en el pulmón. El tumor crece por todo el tejido que lo rodea, invadiendo y bloqueando el paso del aire a lo pulmones. El tiempo transcurrido entre la exposición y la ocurrencia del cáncer del pulmón puede ser de 20 a 30 años. Cabe notar que existe un efecto multiplicador entre la exposición al asbesto y fumar, lo cual genera una alta susceptibilidad al cáncer del pulmón. ¿Cómo puede usted protegerse? Antes de crear cualquier disturbio en materiales que contengan asbesto (soltar las fibras) es necesario contar con entrenamiento especial. La OSHA exige que se designe a una “persona competente” para todos los sitios de trabajo en que se hagan trabajos en asbesto. Dicha persona competente deberá inspeccionar el sitio de trabajo periódicamente, ser conocedor de los equipos para protección personal y supervisar el trabajo a ejecutar para asegurar que se tomen todas las medidas de seguridad para evitar la exposición al asbesto. Más información Para obtener información más detallada y actualizaciones, conéctese al sitio en Internet de la Administración de Salud y Seguridad Ocupacional (OSHA por sus siglas en inglés) en http://www.osha-slc.gov/SLTC/asbestos. Si tiene alguna pregunta o duda, diríjase al representante de salud y seguridad de su empresa.

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

We begin with a ‘suspense’ story offered by a contractor who is becoming ‘unqualified’. You need a license to work, but can you participate in bids without one? We ‘demolish’ a miscon-ception for a contractor who learns that ‘break-ing up’ is hard to do…

Q: I’m an out-of-state contractor and we cur-rently have a license in CA for our corporation but haven’t been getting much work lately. Our qualifying individual has informed us that he is disassociating from the license and we have 90 days to replace him. Can we just go without a Qualifier since we aren’t really using the license at the present time? A: You do in fact have 90 days to replace your Qualifier once he/she disassociates from your license. After the 90 days your license will be-come suspended. If you don’t intend on using the license, we recommend that instead of let-ting it go suspended, you file to inactivate it. In this way you don’t need to have a qualifying individual, bond, or Worker’s Compensation in-surance.

Q: I am hoping you may be able to provide some information in regard to one of our Builder’s Exchange members. Their contractor’s license

is listed under one name (that is not incorpo-rated) and they are conducting business under another name. Ultimately, they would like their membership to be reflected under this name, however, our policy is to list members by the name that appears on the CSLB records. Do you have any recommendations on what they need to do with the License Board? Any insight you can provide is greatly appreciated.

A: It appears this contractor is a Sole Proprietor. My recommendation is to file an Application to Change Business Name with the CSLB. This is a one-page form and the Board does not require any fee. On the other hand, if he wants to con-tinue operating under BOTH business names at the same time, he’ll need to apply for a second contractor’s license. He should not conduct business under two different names using once license number. Thanks for the question.

Q: For a public works project, does a sub-con-tractor need a license at the time of bid? The paperwork states that a license is needed at the time the work is to be performed, but doesn’t specify whether you need a license to bid the project. A: I am assuming this subcontractor is bidding to a licensed general contractor? While local

governments may have some latitude regard-ing when a license is required, for the most part, the general and all subs should be licensed at the time of bid. There are several exceptions in Code Section 7028.15, plus if the project in-cludes federal funds, a proper license would be required at the time the contract is awarded. Our suggestion; get the license sooner, rather than later!

Q: I am currently at a project site and we’re having a sub-contractor (who does not have a contractor’s license) come out and crush some concrete. Does he need a license to perform this work and place it in a pile? A: I’m guessing this is not the answer you want to hear, but yes, a contractor’s license is re-quired to break concrete. The appropriate clas-sification to perform this type of work would either be the “C-8” (concrete) or “C-61”/”D-06” Concrete Related Services.

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Plan before you bidCompliance with prevailing wage laws is com¬plex, so be sure you understand your obli-gations before you bid on a public works project. Because miscalculations can quickly wipe out any expected profits on a job, seek professional advice before you venture into this territory. n

Source: Construction Industry Advisor, Rick Held-wein, CPA with Soares, Sandall, Bernacchi & Petrovich, LLP. Contact Rick Heldwein at 805-485-7965 for more information on this article.


ClassifiedIn addition, general contractors and upper-tier subcontractors are responsible for prevailing wage violations by lower-tier subcontractors. So it’s important to gather records from these sub-contractors to ensure they’re in compliance. What are the penalties for noncom-pliance?The penalties for prevailing wage violations can be severe. Under the Davis-Bacon Act, for example, they may include fines, contract termi¬nation or even “debarment” from future federal contracts for up to three years. And that’s not all — contract payments may be withheld to cover the violator’s liabilities for unpaid wages and certain other damages.

Contractors or subcontractors that falsify pay-roll records or demand kickbacks of wages are sub¬ject to civil and even criminal prosecution.

Understand Prevailing Wage Laws Continued from page 1

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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

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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?

Heat Safety Supervisor’s Daily Checklist

The work can’t get done without them.

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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.

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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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Weekly Bulletin

8/29/2012

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 8/29/2012

Wednesday, August 29, 2012Willow Springs Apartments Goleta

12:00 PM 8/29/2012Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:

Prebid Conference:

Project Description: BIDS ARE NOW BEING SOLICITED FOR SUB TRADES ONLY: The plans being provided are for bidding purposes only. Approved plans will be distributed upon identifying winning bidder and any changes in scope or cost must be submitted prior to award of contract. The contract will be based on the approved plans and specifications.

•�If applicable to your trade, proposal should include necessary demo or saw cutting and patching.Addenda: 0

The Towbes Group, Inc. - Gary Marvel 21 East Victoria Street, Suite 200, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-451-4974, Fax#: 805-925-3326

Thursday, August 30, 2012Santa Barbara Zoo Entry Accessibility Upgrades Santa Barbara


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Bid Notes:

This project is to remove the existing sidewalk and install a new concerte sidewalk, ramps, & entry at the front kiosk location at the Santa Barbara Zoo. This project is NOT prevailing wage

The scope of work includes hard and soft demolition, grading, site slab on grade concrete, asphalt paving, striping, & installation of trucated domes.

8/22/2012Addenda: 2

Wooden Utility Poles Lompoc


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: These specifications cover the minimum acceptable quality of full-length wood poles for use in the City of Lompoc’s electrical overhead distribution system.

Addenda: 0

FFY2011-12 Street Overlay Project Stockton

2:00 PM 8/30/2012 Project No. 11-14

MAND Aug 21 @ 10am

Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:

Prebid Conference: Project Description: Street overlay on various City streets

Addenda: 0

= New Plans Entered This Week

SBCA OnLInE PLAnROOM REPORT

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Thursday, September 06, 2012Pavement Resurfacing - East Oak Park Area Agoura Hills


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: This is a paving project of approximately 3.64 road miles in East Oak Park Area. This work includes asphalt concrete paving, milling and grinding, AC curb repair, sidewalk repair, striping and markings, and related work.

Addenda: 0

County of Ventura - Public Works 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 805-654-3805, Fax#: 805-677-8762

North Avenue Storm Drain Improvements Project - West Phase Lompoc

2:00 PM 9/6/2012 LC8316

Aug 29 @ 10am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: The Project generally consists of: The Project generally consists of providing water pollution control; traffic control; tree removal; installation of approximately 840 linear feet of 24” to 48" diameter storm drain; construction of cast-in-place reinforced concrete catch basins and manholes; water, high pressure gas main and sewer facilities protection, replacement or relocation; miscellaneous concrete curb and gutter, sidewalk, pavement stripes and markings, and asphaltic concrete pavement restoration. All Contractors and Subcontractors shall obtain a City of Lompoc Business Tax Receipt (Business License) prior to working on this project.

8/29/2012Addenda: 1


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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

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

Email [email protected]

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Sunday, September 09, 2012Repair Sound Systems at Lompoc Civic Auditorium Lompoc

3:00 PM 9/9/2012

Aug 28 @ 2:30pm


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: SCOPE OF WORK. Provide all labor, materials and equipment to repair soundsystems. Work to include:

a. Sound System Repairs:

i) Master Power Conditioner/Sequencer, Mixer (8 mic/line inputs, 2 band equalization per input, signal and clip indicators, master volume control, auxiliary balanced output with volume control)

ii) CD player with IPod Dock, plays: CDs, MP3s, and WAV file CDs: IPod video playback with S-video or composite video output, continue/random/program pay modes, repeat all/repeat single play modes, index search, +/- 12% pitch control, headphone output, wireless remote

iii) Wireless Handheld microphone (cardioids condenser microphone, body pack transmitter, on/off/mute switch with status lights, low battery indicator, frequency agile receiver and transmitter.)

iv) Patch Panel (with inputs for laptop or any other portable audio device/cassette deck/ DVD player, etc. Mic inputs for corded microphones with phantom power for condenser mics, transformer isolated balanced audio inputs for connection to console mixer

v) 2 each (Active Speakers, 52 Hz to 19kHz +/- 6 dB maximum SPL, nominal coverage (-6dB) 75 degree conical, Class D power modules (2x500 W continuous), 12" LF driver, 1.75" diaphragm compression driver, onboard digital sound processing with vocal boost/deep bass extension/clip limiter, fan cooking, thermal limiting & output over current protection.

vi) System design and installation of equipment, complete system prep and performance verification, in service training, 3 year on site warranty with annual service check up.

b. Sound System Additional Equipment:

i) 10 each wireless headset microphones (cardioids condenser microphone, body pack transmitter, on/off/mute switch with status lights, low battery indicator, frequency agile receiver and transmitter.)

ii) Console Mixer (12 balanced mic inputs, 2 line inputs, 32 digital audio effects, 3-band mid sweep EQ on mic inputs, 3 aux sends (pre or post fade), 3 returns, 2 group busses, stereo mix output, 48 v phantom power

iii) Portable console rack (13-ply birch lacquer finished, top, front and rear lift-out doors, locking steel drawer for microphone transmitter storage, 4" casters (2 with brakes), steel protective corners, zinc plated handles.

iv) Master power conditioner (surge protection, RFI/EMI filtration, 6 ft AC power cord

v) Two (2) each Active Speakers, 52 Hz to 19kHz +/- 6 dB maximum SPL, nominal coverage (-6dB) 75 degree conical, Class D power modules (2x500 W continuous), 12" LF driver, 1.75" diaphragm compression driver, onboard digital sound processing with vocal boost/deep bass extension/clip limiter, fan cooking, thermal limiting & output over current protection.

vi) Two (2) each overhead microphones, cardioid condenser, gooseneck microphone, mic stand adapter, 30 ft. cable, ceiling or stand mountable

vii) INPUTS & CABLING FOR OVERHEAD MICS, inputs mounted on or near ceiling

viii) System design and installation of equipment, complete system prep and performance verification, in service training, 3 year on site warranty with annual service check up.

ix) Patch cable (50 ft balanced audio cable to connect to Civic Auditorium PA System)

x) System design and installation of equipment, complete system prep and performance verification, in service training, 3 year on site warranty with annual service check up.

Addenda: 0


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Tuesday, September 11, 2012Davidson Library Addition and Renewal, Bldg 525 Santa Barbara

2:30 PM 9/11/2012 FM120522L/981230

MAND Aug 20 @ 10:30am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Description of Work: Project Scope will include the construction of a 62,000 GSF, 3-story building addition and the complete renovation and seismic upgrade of a 110,000 GSF, 2-story existing building. The project scope will also include seismic retrofit, minor renovation and fire and life safety upgrades in the occupied 100,000 GSF, 8-story tower section of the facility. Fire and life safety upgrades and minor renovation will also occur in the occupied 120,000 GSF, 4-story section of the facility. Hazardous material abatement is included in the project scope. Library operations are required to continue throughout the project.

It is anticipated that funding approval will be finalized in November 2012. Construction start is estimated to be March 2013. Estimated construction cost: $53,000,000.

Addenda: 0

Tri-County Blueprinting & Supply, CA 805-966-1701, Fax#: 805-966-9484UCSB - Karl Burrelsman, P.E., CA 805-893-7986

Digital Microwave Project Santa Barbara

3:00 PM 9/11/2012 5170

MAND July 26 @ 9am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: NOTICE TO BIDDERSNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by the City of Santa Barbara Purchasing Office located at 310 E. Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, California, unti13:00 p.m. on the date indicated at which time they will be publicly opened, read and posted for:BID NO. 5170DUE DATE & TIME: August 6, 2012 UNTIL 3:00P.M.Digital Microwave Project

A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held on July 26, 2012 at 9':00 a.m., at the Laguna Multi-Purpose Room, Water Resources Building located at 625 Laguna Street, Santa Barbara, CA, to discuss the specifications and field conditions. Bid Documents are available at the Purchasing Office and at the pre-bid meeting.

Bids must be submitted on forms supplied by the City of Santa Barbara and in accordance with the specifications, terms and conditions contained therein. Bid packages containing all forms, specifications, terms and conditions may be obtained in person at the Purchasing Office or by calling (805) 564-5349, or by Facsimile request to (805) 897-1977. There is no charge for bid package andspecifications.

8/22/2012Addenda: 2

Tri-County Blueprinting & Supply, CA 805-966-1701, Fax#: 805-966-9484City of Santa Barbara - James Winslow, CA 805-897-1908

Thursday, September 13, 2012Repair Electrical System at Lompoc Civic Auditorium Lompoc

3:00 PM 9/13/2012 2665Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:

Prebid Conference:

Project Description: SCOPE OF WORK. Provide all labor, materials and equipment to repair electrical systems. Work to include:a. Install new lighting equipment/dimming racksb. Install new light equipmentc. Install boxes for area lighting in Auditoriumd. Install switch for lighting in Auditoriume. Replace back stage lights on wall with new fixtures, add 4 duplex receptacles on front of stage for footlightsf. Repair outlets in pit areag. Add rope lighting at front of edge of stageh. Add switch for lighting at front edge of stagei. Add 9 switches for red, blue and white light barsj. Add plug mold in dressing rooms above counterk. Run new conduit and wire to the lighting control locationl. Retain use of existing breakers if possible

8/29/2012Addenda: 3


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by calling the toll-free

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Saturday September 29, 2012

Fire-resistant building design, construction, and landscaping is the theme of this year's ArchitecTours. Don't miss this tour led by the architects and construction teams, demonstrating innovative fire-resistant strategies to apply to your own home and business. Join us for an eye-opening day touring eight fascinating properties followed by a festive after-party at Cielito Restaurant!

$55 for AIA members, students, and seniors $65 for the general public

Lunch included in all ticket prices

For more information and to purchase tickets, go to www.aiasb.com

ArchitecTours 2012 ArchitecTours 2012

Sponsorships are still available. Please contact [email protected], or call 805.966.4198

Our Sponsors to Date

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Wednesday, September 19, 2012Repair Lighting Systems at Lompoc Civic Auditorium Lompoc

3:00 PM 9/19/2012 2667

Sept 5 @ 3:30pm


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: SCOPE OF WORK. Provide all labor, materials and equipment to repair lightingsystems. Work to include:a. ETC Dimming & Control Equipmenti) ETC Smartlink Architectural Control Processorii) ETC Smartlink Station Power Moduleiii) ETC 100 - 120V 12 module rack enclosureiv) Two (2) ETC D20 Dual 2.4kw dimmer modulev) ETC 10 button cream Smartlink Station Preset 1-10vi) ETC Smartfade 2496, 96 channel lighting consolevii) ETC Dustcover for 2496 consoleviii) ETC Secure Digital RAM cardix) DMX in Plug - in stationb. Optional Lighting Equipment (various ETC ellipsoidal fixtures, Par fixtures)i) ETC Source 4 ellipsoidal fixtures, choice of 19, 26, 36 or 50 degreefixtures at this price per unit, with safety cable, C Clamp, color frameii) Eight (8) ETC Source 4 Par fixtures with lens kits, C Clamp, safetycable, color frameiii) Twelve (12) 575 watt lamp for ETC fixtures, extended hoursversionc. Training and Consulting. Meet with installing electrical contractor and traintheater staff on console and operating.

8/22/2012Addenda: 1

Thursday, September 20, 2012Citywide Landscape Maintenance and Weed Control Stockton

2:00 PM 9/20/2012 PW 12-08

MAND Sep 5 @ 10am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: PW-12-08 CITY-WIDE STREET AND MEDIAN LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE AND WEED CONTROL Landscape maintenance and weed control services for areas throughout the City of Stockton such as street medians, alleys, areas between curb and fence, tree wells, areas at edge of pavement where no curb or gutter exist, parking lots, and City facilities and sites such as City Hall.

Addenda: 0

Assisted Living and Memory Care Facility Fairfield


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: BID DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 9/20/2012 SCOPE OF WORK IS FOR PHASE I ONLY---THE BASE BID WILL INCLUDE ALL BUILDING EXCEPT THE INDEPENDENT LIVING BUILDING. ALL SITE WORK IS INCLUDED EXCEPT THE INDEPENDENT LIVING AREA. PLEASE GO ONTO NEAR-CAL'S FTP SITE FOR PLANS WWW.NEARCAL.COM ID: nearcalbidplans pw: x8B_zhag! OR GO TO BIDMAIL.COM, REGISTER AND GET ACCESS TO PLANS IF YOU HAVE AN ACCOUNT SET UP ALREADY THEN YOU CAN USE YOURS.

Addenda: 0


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New Cuyama Resource Center and Library New Cuyama

3:00 PM 9/20/2012 8711

Sept 10 @ 10am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATE: $450,000 Dollars

PROJECT LOCATION: Newsome Street, New Cuyama, CA 93254

MANDATORY JOB CONFRERENCE: There will be a MANDATORY job conference on September 10, 2012 at 10 A.M. Only those prime contractors attending the job walk shall be qualified to bid the work. It is the sole responsibility of each Prime Contractor to insure that they have signed the meeting attendance sheet prior to the conclusion of the meeting.

EXAMINATION OF SITE: Each bidder shall examine the site of work before bidding and shall be responsible for having acquired full knowledge of the job and of all problems affecting it. No variations or allowances from the contract sum will be made because of lack of such examination.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project is the second of two phases. As part of the second phase, the roofing, windows, and interior and exterior lighting will be replaced with higher efficiency products. Also as part of the second phase, the suspended ceiling will be demoed and the existing barrel roof framing will be exposed and refinished. As part of the first phase of work, per code requirements, electrical panels and wiring was replaced, and interior and exterior doors were replaced. Also as part of the first phase, the Kitchen was renovated and the building was expanded in order to meet the ADA requirements for the renovated restrooms.

Addenda: 0

County of Santa Barbara - Todd Morrison, CA 805-934-6228

New Cuyama Recreation Hall Renovation, Phase II New Cuyama

3:00 PM 9/20/2012

MAND Sept 10 @ 10am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATE: $241,400 Dollars

PROJECT LOCATION: 4885 Primero Street, New Cuyama, CA 93254

MANDATORY JOB CONFRERENCE: There will be a MANDATORY job conference on September 10, 2012 at 10 A.M. Only those prime contractors attending the job walk shall be qualified to bid the work. It is the sole responsibility of each Prime Contractor to insure that they have signed the meeting attendance sheet prior to the conclusion of the meeting.

EXAMINATION OF SITE: Each bidder shall examine the site of work before bidding and shall be responsible for having acquired full knowledge of the job and of all problems affecting it. No variations or allowances from the contract sum will be made because of lack of such examination.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project is the second of two phases. As part of the second phase, the roofing, windows, and interior and exterior lighting will be replaced with higher efficiency products. Also as part of the second phase, the suspended ceiling will be demoed and the existing barrel roof framing will be exposed and refinished. As part of the first phase of work, per code requirements, electrical panels and wiring was replaced, and interior and exterior doors were replaced. Also as part of the first phase, the Kitchen was renovated and the building was expanded in order to meet the ADA requirements for the renovated restrooms.

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


Prebid Conference: Project Description: 31,167 sq. ft., 2 stories on 230,176 sq.ft. site

Addenda: 0


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1020 Placido Santa Barbara


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

Greyhound Santa Barbara


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


Harper Residence Thousand Oaks


Prebid Conference: Project Description: New Construction of House & Pool House

Addenda: 0



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CONSTRUCTION MONITOR'S REPORT

for permits issued between: 8/20/2012 8/24/2012and

Building & Safety DivisionCity of Santa Barbara

ROLEADDRESS VAL. $ DATE ISSUEDPERMIT #

BLD2012-00257 1117 LAS ALTURAS RD R/D-TF-REBUILDDOUG CRAWFORD OWNER

2350 KEMER BLVD STE 360 SAN RAFAELCA 94901

750,000 8/22/2012

VERNON CONSTRUCTION

CON [email protected] LAS ALTURAS RD SANTA BARBARA CA 93103

BLD2012-00848 117 W MASON ST R/C-ADDITION TOGA, ARTHUR W OWNER

21301 NASHVILLE ST CHATSWORTHCA 91311

125,000 8/21/2012

ARNOLD BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION INC

CON 965-0382215 W FIGUEROA S.B. CA 93101

ARTHUR W TOGA

OWN21301 NASHVILLE ST. CHATSWORTH CA 91311

DAWN SHERRY

ARC 963-0986513 SANTA BARBARA ST. SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

BLD2012-00927 1815 GIBRALTAR RD R/B-ADDITION MCKNIGHT, DARCIE D OWNER

1815 GIBRALTAR RD SANTA BARBARACA 93105

75,000 8/20/2012

BELOW MAGID CONSTRUCTION CO.

CON 805-966-3646146 POWERS AVE. SANTA BARBARA CA 93103

BLD2012-00942 1019 STATE ST C/B-ADDITION MAHBOOB, RAY OWNER

PO BOX 60521 SANTA BARBARACA 93160

60,000 8/24/2012

PARTHENON BUILDING & DESIGN

CON 805-403-5076309 E. CANON PERDIDO SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

HENRY LENNY

ARC 252-1180PO BOX 900 CARPINTERIA CA 93014

MITCH PERKINS

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

BLD2012-00943 3943 STATE ST C/B-ALTERATION REGENCY CENTERS OWNER

915 WILSHIRE BLVDSTE. 2200

LOS ANGELESCA 90017

213-553-2229 40,000 8/24/2012

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OSWALD INC.

CON 560-3737P.O. BOX 5203 SANTA BARBARA CA 93150

BLD2012-01163 220 W CARRILLO ST 7 C/C-ALTERATIONGEOF BARD OWNER

5142 HOLLISTER AVE # 127 SANTA BARBARACA 93111

180,000 8/22/2012

AB DESIGN STUDIOS

ARC 805-963-210027 E COTA ST. STE. 503 SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

YOUNG CONSTRUCTIION

CON 963-67879 ASHLEY AVE. SANTA BARBARA CA 93103

JOHN MALONEY

ENG 899-3775156 W. ALAMAR AVE. #B SANTA BARBARA CA 93105

BLD2012-01202 910 PHILINDA AVE C/B-ALTERATION PHILINDIA PROPERTIES OWNER

2958 STATE ST SANTA BARBARACA 93105

151,000 8/24/2012

GARY F LYONS AND ASSOCIATES

CON 714-538-31772510 GRAND AVE SUITE 112 SANTA ANA CA 92705-8753

BLD2012-01221 121 GRAY AVE C/C-ALTERATION FREELAND REALTY, LLC OWNER

23822 W VALENCIA # 202C/O ERIC SATO SUCC TRSTEE

VALENCIACA 91355

650,000 8/20/2012

TODD CONSTRUCTION

CON 729-27005275 LOUISIANA PLACE SANTA BARBARA CA 93111

PETE EHLEN

ARC 805-637-0601404 GARDEN ST. SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

BLD2012-01247 104 JORGENSEN LN R/A-SITE WORK RICK, JASON L OWNER

27 W ANAPAMU ST # 288 SANTA BARBARACA 93101

32,000 8/22/2012

WALKER POOLS

CON 805-501-4587543 COUNTRY CLUB DR., #B104 SIMI VALLEY CA 93065

BLD2012-01493 402 VISTA DE LA PLAYA R/OTC-REPAIR BARRICKMAN-DUNCAN FAMILY TRUST 11/7 OWNER

402 VISTA DE LA PLAYA SANTA BARBARACA 93109

991,847 8/21/2012

GPM SEALRITE, INC

CON 805-933-0909240 QUAIL CT SANTA PAULA CA 93060

BLD2012-01622 527 N LA CUMBRE RD R/FAX-REROOF MENZIES DAVID W/VICTORIA M OWNER

527 N LA CUMBRE RD SANTA BARBARACA 93110

30,000 8/23/2012

DERRICK'S ROOFING

CON 681-9954650 WARD DR., STE. F GOLETA CA 93111-3304

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BLD2012-01624 902 CHAPALA ST C/OTC-REROOF HOWARD, CYNTHIA D GIFT TRUST 12/30/ OWNER

1819 W OLIVE AVE BURBANKCA 91506

28,100 8/24/2012

GRAZIANO CUSTOM ROOFING INC.

CON 797-5761996 LAWRENCE DR. #203 NEWBURY PARK CA 91320

BLD2012-01625 105 W MISSION ST R/OTC-REROOF STEWART, PATRICIA A OWNER

1205 DEL MAR AVE SANTA BARBARACA 93109

38,000 8/24/2012

TOM CURRY ROOFING AND WATERPROOFING INC

CON 563-4325PO BOX 3127 SANTA BARBARA CA 93130

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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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