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Get Moving. What’s Happening with Federal Highway Reauthorization? p.14
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United Contractors Magazine (ISSN: 2166-3777) is published monthly, except December, by United Contractors, 17 Crow Canyon Court, Suite 100, San Ramon, CA 94583. Editorial comments, letters, and article submissions are welcomed and encouraged. Correspondence should be directed to the United Contractors offi ce at the above address, by phone at (925) 855-7900, by e-mail at [email protected] or by fax at (925) 855-7909. Reproduction of editorial material in this issue is permitted if accompanied by proper source credit. Periodicals postage paid at San Ramon, CA and other offi ces. Postmaster: Send address changes to: United Contractors Magazine, 17 Crow Canyon Court, Suite 100, San Ramon, CA 94583. © 2012 Published in the U.S.A.
2012 UNITED CONTRACTORS BOARD OFFICERS
President ......................................................Rob Layne
Vice President/President-Elect ..............Michael Ghilotti
Secretary/Treasurer ..............................Michael Ghilotti
Secretary/Treasurer-Elect.......................Kevin Albanese
contentsUNITED CONTRACTORS BOARD OF DIRECTORSKevin Albanese, Joseph J. Albanese, Inc.; Gary Andrews, Associated Constructors, Inc. Jami Brady, BakerCorp; Jerry Condon, Condon-Johnson & Associates, Inc.; Bruce Daseking, McGuire and Hester; Jack Estill, Appian Engineering, Inc.; Brian Gates, Top Grade Construction, Inc.; Rich Gates, DeSilva Gates Construction; Michael Ghilotti, Ghilotti Bros., Inc.; Brett Kincaid, O’Grady Paving, Inc.; Bret Lawrence, Woodruff-Sawyer & Co.; Rob Layne, O.C. Jones & Sons, Inc.; Robert Purdy, RGW Construction, Inc.; Bob Rahebi, Redgwick Construction Company
UNITED CONTRACTORS COMMITTEE CHAIRSAssociates: Jami Brady (Associate Director), BakerCorp; Bret Lawrence (Associate Director-Elect), Woodruff-Sawyer & Co. | Caltrans: Michael Ghilotti (Chairman), Ghilotti Bros., Inc. | Government Relations: Chris Young (Chairman), D.W. Young Construction Co., Inc. | Safety & Insurance: Rick Seifert (Chairman), Preston Pipelines, Inc. and Level 10 Construction | Scholarship: Janice Lajoie (Chair), GE Capital
UNITED CONTRACTORS STAFFMark Breslin, Chief Executive Offi cer; Leslie Lord, Deputy Director; Kelly Montes, Executive Assistant; Randy Ruby, Director of Labor Relations; Ruby Varnadore, Labor & Member Services Representative; Galina Velikovich, Labor Relations Advocate; Steve Geney, Labor Negotiations Consultant; Shelbie Tieman, Director of Finance & Administration; Terese Pollock, Finance Assistant; Jami Moore, Member Services Coordinator; Stacy Anderson, Director Communications, Events & Education; Denise Ramirez, Online Services Manager; Joan O’Brien, Education Manager; Jenn Rogers, Event Manager; Michelle Vejby, Publications Manager; Emily Cohen, Director of Government Relations; Mallori Spilker, Government Relations Assistant; Kevin Pedrotti, Legislative Advocate; Tony Dorsa, CARB Consultant
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UP Front Be A Squeaky WheelBy Rob Layne, United Contractors 2012 President
INSIDE the CapitolUnited Contractors: Maintaining Our Piece of the Pie
United Contractors Supports Alameda County’s “Measure B”By Emily Cohen, United Contractors Director of Government Relations
RED TAPEStorm Water Update: Good News (Finally!)By the Construction Industry Coalition on Water Quality (CICWQ)
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Get Moving. What’s Happening with Federal Highway Reauthorization? p.14
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wife takes her position as grandmother very seriously. Hours of research and analysis go into making sure our grandkids are equipped
with just the right toys, clothes, books and accessories. One of the items she considers a “must have” for each of them is a proper piggy bank. Of course, each bank was given with a little deposit already included, and now she takes the opportunity to help each of the grandkids add to their piggy bank regularly. Watching them get their newly-found money always brings a smile, but the reaction from my three-year-old grandson makes me laugh out loud. Whenever he gets a dollar bill from Grandma, he always says, “Thanks Grandma! Is this a million dollars?” I’m beginning to think this kid has a bright future in California politics.
It’s no secret that budgets at the local, state and federal levels are all in serious trouble. Years of optimistic revenue growth projections helped drive the spending frenzy that put us in our current crisis; in reality, revenues actually shrank. We now fi nd ourselves with many competing needs and interests all vying for a piece of this shrinking pie. Stimulus spending, education, environmental concerns, public safety, health care, social programs—these are just some of the major areas being discussed when considering how to allocate future funds.
The people juggling the balls while walking this fi nancial tight rope are politicians. Each of them with their own constituency, agendas, and their own values and understanding. Their decisions determine how the money is spent, and these decisions directly impact our industry. So even if you think you have no interest in politics, politics defi nitely have an interest in you and your business.
Your membership in United Contractors helps get your voice heard. As the leading union-affi liated contractors
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My association in the western United States, our support and input is valued by politicians both locally and nationally. In turn, we have the opportunity to educate our public offi cials on how our industry impacts our communities as well as how their decisions impact our businesses.
Infrastructure construction and maintenance is one of the primary responsibilities of our government. Take a look again at that list of competing needs and interests vying for a piece of the budget pie. Proper funding for our infrastructure is an investment in all of these needs.
For example, construction spending offers the greatest lasting impact in terms of economic stimulus. Consider the broad segments of our economy impacted by construction activity. An increase in construction spending benefi ts not only construction workers and material producers; it creates jobs in diverse areas such as food truck workers, hardware store checkers, fi nancial fi rms, and the sales person at your local boot emporium. The current recession is widely blamed on the housing crash. However, the current housing crash should actually be considered a construction crash.
Our current situation shows the deep and far reaching impact construction has on our economy. Improvements made to our infrastructure result in more effi cient and less polluting traffi c fl ows, along with safer water and sewer treatment and distribution systems. Properly built and maintained infrastructure facilities actually reduce environmental impacts while improving public safety. Additionally, our industry already has the tools in place to provide training, health care, and retirement benefi ts for those who would be gainfully employed by funding our infrastructure needs at the proper levels.
The benefi ts of properly funded infrastructure programs seem obvious, so why don’t all of our public
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offi cials see it? Like the old adage says, “the squeaky wheel gets the grease.” Therefore, it’s our job not only to build the infrastructure our society needs, but to educate our leaders and help them understand their primary responsibility to their constituents. United Contractors is here to help you provide that education.
Your participation in our Government Relations auction, your donations to our PAC, your ideas or suggestions regarding regulations all help our “wheel squeak louder.” In the end, the funding is going to be spent somewhere. Why not help make sure it is spent in a manner that actually benefi ts society as well as your own business? ◆
United Contractors makes it easy to raise your voice to the political powers. See pages 18-19 and learn how you can speak your mind in two minutes or less, by utilizing our Advocacy in Action program—www.capwiz.com/unitedcontractors.
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alifornia’s state budget is one (relatively) giant pie. And everyone wants a piece…a big piece. While we’re optimistic about 2012, we know that
it will not be any different when it comes to the fi ght for maintaining and increasing our fair share for the industry.
Each year the Governor and Legislature work together to pass the State’s annual budget that determines how our taxes will be spent on state funded programs like education, health care, human services, transportation infrastructure, etc. For the last decade, California has spent more than it has coming in, and often used short-term solutions and borrowing to balance the state’s budget. This year, state lawmakers must make choices to
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fi ll an estimated $9.2 billion shortfall for 2012-13. Part of the Governor’s proposed Budget Plan includes increasing revenues—a proposal that must be approved by the voters. But his initiative isn’t the only game in town. There are many other special interest groups vying for an initiative that would increase revenues for their special interest.
As the Governor and various special interest groups battle it out for their “fair” piece, it’s critical to remind all stakeholders and policy makers of how vital our industry is to the ENTIRE pie. We employ millions in the private sector, directly or indirectly. We maintain the infrastructure systems that keep the state moving, and we provide good paying jobs that help grow the middle class. If the squeaky wheel gets the oil, we need to make sure we’re that squeaky wheel.
The current challenge to adequately maintain our highway, roadway and transit systems in California is no small feat. It is well documented that California’s road and highway systems are under-funded by billions of dollars. In addition, our industry faces the uncertainty of the approaching end of Proposition 1B resources. With this incredible funding hole in plain sight our industry coalition is currently focusing in on developing a responsible and signifi cant new funding source for transportation in California. Waiting for the funds to come, and hoping it will all work out is not how we protect this industry. Everyone is competing for a piece of the pie, but we know that an investment in our industry is an investment in the strength of our state, our economy, and private-sector job creation. That is why we intend to fi ght hard in 2012 to ensure that our industry gets its fair share.
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Keep in mind the numerous tax initiatives slated for the Ballot this year. Historically, in California, when there are competing tax measures, they all fail. If only one tax increase initiative is on the ballot, it is believed that it stands a much better chance of passing. It is for this exact reason that the Governor and proponents of the separate initiatives, the “Millionaires Tax,” announced they have merged their two proposals. This means there will likely be two tax measures on the November ballot and not three. The Brown effort and “Millionaires Tax” combined proposal will need to be resubmitted to the Attorney General for title and summary and start a new signature gathering process in an expedited manner to make the November ballot. The newly revised initiative:
• Lowers the proposed sales tax increase from ½ cent to ¼ cent.
• Adjusts the top two upper income brackets from a 1.5% increase to a 2% increase for incomes over $600,000 for joint fi lers and from 2% to 3% for incomes over $1 million for joint fi lers. (The bracket for incomes over $500,000 for joint fi lers remains at a 1% increase).
• The income tax increases will be in place for an additional 2 years, through 2018, while the sales tax increase will still sunset after 2016.
While Brown was able to knock-out one additional competitor in the race to raise revenues, quite a few others remain alive, (for now) including Molly Munger’s tax increase for education initiative, a tax on oil initiative, a cigarette tax initiative, and more.
United Contractors will continue to keep you up-to-date on the progress and development of the various state initiatives that could impact you, your business, and the future of our industry. Our Government Relations Committee and Board of Directors will thoroughly review and analyze each ballot initiative to determine what is best for the future of union-affi liated contractors in California.
Stay tuned!...In the meantime, how would you balance the budget? Think it’s easy? I encourage you to take the CA Budget Challenge—an online interactive challenge which allows you to show others how you would balance the state’s budget. Visit www.budgetchallenge.org today, and put California’s money where your mouth is.
For more information contact Emily Cohen, Director of Government Relations. ◆
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nited Contractors recently endorsed Alameda County’s Transportation Expenditure Plan (TEP), which provides $7.7 billion for
transportation projects in Alameda County over a 30 year period. This plan must be approved by 2/3 of voters and will go before them this November. We are confi dent that the TEP, if passed by voters, will help restore the construction economy in Alameda County and will help keep our industry moving. Without the additional funding, a signifi cant number of projects in Alameda County will be threatened.
“Measure B,” the ballot measure supported by the TEP plan, augments and extends the existing half-cent sales
United Contractors Supports Alameda County’s “Measure B” — Your Industry. Your Initiative. Your Future.
tax for transportation in Alameda County and adds an additional half-cent sales tax through 2022, and extends the full cent into perpetuity.
The expenditure plan funds critical improvements to the county’s transit and transportation infrastructure network including the expansion of services and funds for projects to relieve congestion throughout the county. This includes the effort to move people and goods more effi ciently by supporting strategic investments on I-80, I-580, I-680, I-880, and State Routes 84 and 262.
Passing the “Measure B” initiative in November will go a long way towards up-lifting the Alameda County
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Highlights of the TEP plan include:• $3.7 billion (48 percent) for mass transit improvements, • $2.3 billion (30 percent) for local streets and roads, • $677 million (9 percent) for highway improvements and effi ciencies, including those for freight,• $651 million (8 percent) for safer bicycle and pedestrian routes,• $300 million (4 percent) for sustainable land use and transportation, and• $77.4 million (1 percent) for technology and innovation.
A key feature of the local transportation sales tax is that it cannot be used for any purpose other than local transportation needs. It cannot be taken by the State or by any other governmental agency under any circumstance, and over the life of this plan can only be used for the purposes described in the plan, or as amended.
We believe that Alameda County’s “Measure B” is a tremendous opportunity for contractors in every corner of Alameda County and, if passed, will go far in both addressing the major transportation needs of the area as well as increasing job opportunities for contractors, their employees, and all sectors related to the construction industry.
While the polling for this measure has shown support as high as 79%, we know that gaining 2/3 majority support will not be easy, and we’ve got a long way to go. It’s our industry, so we understand why it matters; but it will take time, money, and outreach to ensure that voters understand the true value and real return-on-investment that comes from
investing in our infrastructure and transportation systems, and our industry.
If we don’t support investment in our industry, who will? That is why we’re urging you to help support Alameda County’s “Measure B.”
Together, we can help build our economy and our future. For more information on Alameda County’s Transportation Expenditure Plan (TEP) and the “Measure B” effort, visit the Government Relations page at UnitedContractors.org. ◆
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ALL RISK LEVEL 3 DISCHARGERS PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: The Numeric Effl uent Limitations (NELs) for pH and turbidity at Risk Level 3 construction sites contained in Order 2009-0009-DWQ are no longer in effect. In addition, because receiving water monitoring is required only if the NELs are triggered, all receiving water monitoring requirements are also suspended. (pause for cheering)
Background:In December, after a 3-year regulatory fi ght, a fi nal court ruling was released for a lawsuit fi led by the California Building Industry Association (CBIA), supported by United Contractors, against the State
Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Sacramento Superior Court Judge, Lloyd G. Connelly, invalidated the Numeric Effl uent Limits (NELs) contained in the Construction General Permit for storm water runoff issued by the SWRCB. United Contractors has strongly supported this lawsuit against the SWRCB from the beginning. The Judge’s decision was a major victory for our industry.
The SWRCB picked a 500 NTU NEL for turbidity (sediment runoff) and 6-9 pH units as the NEL for pH, which were applicable for Risk Level 3/LUP Type 3 sites.
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The SWRCB claimed that they were relying on three different studies to support the NELs that were chosen. The Court, however, characterized the studies as limited or inconclusive and concluded that the NELs lacked substantial evidentiary support. The Court found that the NELs were subject to balancing factors under federal law, not state law, and that the SWRCB is required to comply with the cost-benefi t factors set forth in the federal Clean Water Act in establishing NELs. The Court concluded that the NELs are invalid and unenforceable.
The Court’s ruling meant that for Risk Level 3 projects under the Construction General Permit, Industrial Permit, and Caltrans Permit, the NELs outlined have been invalidated and can no longer be enforced on these sites.
United Contractors will keep you apprised of all future developments. For more information, contact our Government Relations Department at (925) 855-7900. ◆
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ore than two years after the expiration of “SAFETEA-LU,” the most recent federal surface transportation law, both chambers of Congress and political parties fi nally have been getting serious
about crafting a reauthorization of the federal highway and transit programs. As of this writing, the Senate has resoundingly passed its version of a reauthorization bill, and some key House Republican leaders have publicly expressed their commitment to follow suit as soon as possible.
The looming deadline, again as of this writing, is March 31, when the current short-term expiration of the highway/transit programs is scheduled to expire. ARTBA and our chapters like United Contractors have been working non-stop to encourage fi nal legislative action before that date. It remains to be seen whether the House will pass a two-year measure like the Senate, or continue to pursue a fi ve-year bill as they have been doing in recent weeks. It’s also very possible the two houses may pass another short-term extension to give them time to reconcile their respective bills in a conference committee.
The major reauthorization issue remains the fact that gas and diesel tax receipts into the federal Highway Trust Fund are now far exceeded by the annual investment levels of the highway and transit programs they fund. So the prospects for success in both chambers have rested on the ability of each reauthorization proposal to “show me the money” – or, more specifi cally, money from the General Fund needed to plug the Highway Trust Fund’s shortfall. According to the Congressional Budget Offi ce (CBO), the proposed Senate investment levels (a modest increase on the highway side) would exceed available Highway Trust Fund revenues by approximately $10 billion. The House fi ve-year plan
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In the current political environment, legislation that adds to the defi cit is a non-starter and neither chamber has appeared willing to consider increasing dedicated revenues. That left the House and Senate tax committees with the unenviable task of fi nding federal revenues elsewhere in the budget and redirecting them to support transportation investments. While the Senate Finance Committee had to come up with signifi cantly less than their House counterparts ($10 billion vs. close to $50 billion), its plan attracted bipartisan support. This is a necessity given Senate rules that essentially enable the minority party (the Republicans in this case) to require any legislation to secure a 60-vote super majority if it chooses. With the Senate currently split 53-47 between
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Democrats and Republicans, the majority Democrats generally need at least seven Republican votes to move signifi cant bills forward.
On the House side, fi nding close to $50 billion or more to support the investment in the chamber’s fi ve-year reauthorization bill has also been a tall order. The House Ways & Means Committee has been assisted in this effort by House GOP leadership plans to marry the surface transportation bill with initiatives to increase domestic energy exploration. The energy proposals would not be fully implemented during the life of this bill, but their inclusion would lower the revenue gap House leaders must fi ll to $44 billion. The House has also had the luxury of coming up with a revenue proposal that does not need bipartisan support. Republicans hold a substantial majority in the House and that chamber’s rules provide the majority party
great latitude to advance legislation.
From a policy perspective, the House and Senate bills have been pursuing similar goals. Both measures would eliminate earmarks and streamline the environmental review process for transportation projects. Each would increase fl exibility afforded to state departments of transportation to spend federal funds, but would also impose new transparency and accountability measures on the use of transportation resources. Both would consolidate the number of spending categories within the federal highway program by roughly two-thirds. They would also expand the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) program to leverage federal funds by increasing the participation of the private sector
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in transportation solutions. All of these are reforms ARTBA proposed back in 2007 when we released our comprehensive 72-page reauthorization legislative blueprint.
The ultimate end game—a compromise between the Senate and House bills— will be dictated by the ability of negotiators to, again, “show me the money.” Once representatives and senators get to the point of sitting
up-to-the-minute updates, please consult the ARTBA Washington Newsline and Newsline Plus on a regular basis. And be prepared to help keep the grassroots pressure on all members of the House and Senate until the job gets done! ◆
Dave Bauer is ARTBA senior vice president of government relations and can be reached at [email protected]. United Contractors is a chapter affi liate of ARTBA.
down across from each other, the two items that have been getting all the attention—the differences between the House and Senate duration and investment levels—will go by the wayside and these matters will be resolved by whatever bipartisan agreement can be reached on how to support investment beyond what current revenues can support. Once a consensus on how to fully pay for a fi nal bill is reached, the specifi c length of the bill and its investment levels will be tailored to fi t those revenues.
As convoluted as this process may seem, it is important to remember that we are closer to securing enactment of a multi-year transportation bill now than we have been since SAFETEA-LU expired more than two years ago. As of this writing, much work still remains, and we will need to remain engaged in every step of the reauthorization process.
It is also worth noting to United Contractors members that Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.), as chairman of the Senate Environment & Public Works Committee, has played a key role in crafting and passing the Senate’s bipartisan bill. She deserves thanks from everyone in your state’s transportation construction industry for her persistent efforts.
Please keep in mind conditions on the ground are changing daily and we fully expect the reauthorization picture will have changed by the time this issue is printed and when it reaches you. For
• Find out who your elected offi cials are• View candidates running in the upcoming election• Receive alerts on upcoming bills that require action• See what bills United Contractors is tracking on your behalf
Take action today. For additional information, contact Mallori Spilker, Government Relations Assistant, [email protected], (925) 362-7318.
United Contractors online advocacy program allows members to take action on issues that are vital to the success of our industry. Now it is easier than ever to get involved, get informed, and contribute to United Contractors Government Advocacy program. They hear from us every day, but they need to hear from you too!
Through Advocacy in Action you can…• Write your legislators to oppose or support bills
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By Mallori Spilker,Government Relations Assistant
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Make A Difference In Just 2 MinutesAdvocacy In Actionwww.capwiz.com/unitedcontractors
www.flatironcorp.com/California
A HOCHTIEF Company
Thank you for helping make Flatiron ENR California’s Contractor of the Year. We can’t take all the credit.Every Flatiron project depends on so many people for its success.
Private Industry
Community
Equipment
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& Suppliers
Partners
& DesignersEngineering
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United Contractors would like to thank the following members for taking action and making their voices— and the voice of our industry—heard. This past year, we had over 430 letters written by our members to elected offi cials on critical industry issues!
A.J. Vasconi General EngineeringA. Ruiz Construction Co & Assoc., Inc.
Alarcon BohmAllen A. Waggoner Construction, Inc.
Andreini Brothers, Inc. Anozira, Inc.
Appian Engineering, Inc. Blaisdell Construction, Inc.Cal State Constructors, Inc.Carone and Company, Inc.
Chrisp CompanyConco-West, Inc.
Condon-Johnson & Associates, Inc.Con-Quest Contractors, Inc.
D.W. Young Construction Co., Inc. D’Arcy & Harty Construction, Inc.
DHE Inc. Equipment Co. Duran & Venables, Inc.
Ebert Corp., J.W.Ghilotti Bros., Inc.
Golden Bay Construction, Inc. Graniterock DBA Pavex Construction
Helix Industrial, LLCHess Construction Co., Inc.Highway Technologies, Inc.
Interstate Grading & Paving, Inc.Jonas and Associates, Inc.Joseph J. Albanese, Inc.
Martin General Engineering, Inc.MCK Services, Inc.
Mountain Cascade, Inc.NTK Construction, Inc.
Pavement Recycling Systems, Inc.R.E. Serrano, Inc.
Ranger Pipelines, Inc.Ray’s Electric
RGW Construction, Inc.Robert A. Bothman, Inc.
Sanco Pipelines, Inc.Silva’s Pipeline, Inc.
Springline, Inc. Steelhead Constructors, Inc.
Stomper Company, Inc.Suarez and Munoz Construction, Inc.
Team Ghilotti, Inc.Tennyson Electric, Inc.
Tidelands Construction CompanyTop Grade Construction, Inc.
Tri-West Tractor, Inc.Valentine Corp.
Viking Drillers, Inc.Wells Fargo of California Insurance Services, Inc.
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United Contractors makes it easy for you to get your voice heard by the leaders in government. Visit www.capwiz.com/unitedcontractors: in just two minutes you can send a letter to a legislative official, and make a difference in our industry for future funding, regulations, and more.
FACESUnited Contractors 8th Annual Crab Feed: Our fi rst event as United Contractors SOLD OUT with over 300 contractor members, associate members, legislative representatives, and other industry leaders in attendance. The Crab Feed provides the opportunity to build new business relationships and network with other industry peers.
“This was an outstanding opportunity to meet up with old friends, make some new friends, and support a worthy cause.” — Robert Purdy, RGW Construction, Inc.
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Thank you to our Event Sponsors
Platinum SponsorsFMG, Inc.
Ghilotti Construction Co.Northern California District Council of Laborers
R & B CompanyTop Grade Construction, Inc.
Wells Fargo Insurance Services USA, Inc.Zurich North America Surety
Gold SponsorsCondon-Johnson & Associates, Inc.
Construction Testing ServicesGhilotti Bros., Inc.
Laborers Local Union No. 304Operating Engineers Local Union No. 3Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (America) Inc.Sweeney, Mason, Wilson & Bosomworth
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Silver SponsorsAllied World Assurance Company
BakerCorpChrisp Company
Corrpro Companies, Inc.First Capitol Auction, Inc.
Michael Heavey ConstructionMidstate Barrier, Inc.R & L Brosamer, Inc.
State Compensation Insurance FundU.A. Local 355
U.S. Pipe
Thank You to our Volunteers:Andy Alvey, Appian Engineering, Inc.Bill Wallace, Daily Construction Service/Reed Construction DataBret Lawrence, Woodruff-Sawyer & Co.Bruce Adams, Reed & Graham, Inc.Carl Springer, Reed & Graham, Inc.Christi Plum, P C & N Construction, Inc.Craig McCullum, Gallagher Construction Services – Event ChairDave Harris, Heffernan Insurance BrokersJanice LaJoie, GE CapitalRyan Wade, Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. – Event Co-ChairSteve Passerine, Andreini & Company
TEXAS HOLD’EM POKER TOURNAMENT
APRIL 26, 2012, 4:30PM
Bridges Golf Club, San Ramon
Don’t miss the Scholarship Fundraiser, a No-Limit Texas Hold’Em Poker Tournament! You don’t have to be a seasoned poker player to join in the fun of this event. Place your bets on our future leaders, and support the
Scholarship Program by registering today. Beginner tables will be available.
Registration: $130 per person (includes appetizers, drinks, and chips to start the tournament). For more information,
contact Jenn Rogers, Event Manger, at (925) 362-7309 or [email protected] or visit
www.unitedcontractors.org. Sponsorships available.
UNITED CONTRACTORSSCHOLARSHIPFUNDRAISER
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• Texas Hold’Em Poker Tournament April 26, 2012 Bridges Golf Club, San Ramon
• Annual BBQ August 2, 2012 Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
• Sal Rubino Golf Classic September 14, 2012 Bayonet Golf Course, Seaside
For more information, contact Jenn Rogers, [email protected], or by phone,(925) 362-7309. Sponsorships available.
FIRST AID/CPR 4 HOUR REFRESHERApril 21, Saturday, 8:00am-12:00pmLocation: United Contractors Executive Conference Room, San RamonCal/OSHA requires every jobsite to have a person who is certifi ed in both First Aid and CPR.
CLAIMS DOCUMENTATIONApril 26, Thursday, 8:00am-12:00pmLocation: Residence Inn, Marriott, PleasantonLearn how to identify the warning signs when faced with a claim.
WORK ZONE LIABILITY TRAINING PROGRAMMay 10, Thursday, 8:00am-12:00pmLocation: Residence Inn, Marriott, PleasantonFace the realities of your risks associated with work zone incidents by reviewing case studies of lawsuits, general liability claims, and settlements.
Register online at: www.unitedcontractors.org
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UPCOMING UNIVERSITY CLASSES:SAVE THE DATES—UPCOMING EVENTS
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UNITED CONTRACTORS MAGAZINE RECEIVES COVETED MARCOM GOLD AWARD:
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINE APRIL 20, 2012Don’t miss your opportunity to apply for a scholarship and help achieve your educational goals. Visit us online and download an application—$19,500 will be available this year to: United Contractors Member Affi liates (employees, spouses, and dependents), OR California Civil Engineering or Construction Management students.The deadline for applications is Friday, April 20, 2012 (no exceptions). Contact Denise Ramirez, (925) 362-7308, or by email at [email protected] for more information. ◆
2012 DIRECTORY AND BUYER’S GUIDELook for your 2012 Directory and Buyer’s Guide, mailed to your offi ce last month—you’ll fi nd contact information for all of our members, staff and industry resources. Use it to fi nd what you need, when you need it. For additional copies, contact Denise Ramirez, (925) 362-7308, or by email at [email protected]. ◆
United Contractors is proud to be a recipient of a MarCom Gold Award for our monthly magazine. The 2011 international awards competition recognizes outstanding creative achieve-ment by marketing and communication professionals. There were over 6,000 entries from throughout the United States, Canada and several other countries in the 2011 competition.
One of the largest competitions of its kind in the world, the winners show a range in size from individual communicators to media conglomerates and Fortune 500 companies. The MarCom Awards are administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP).
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“We are thrilled with the recognition that our magazine has received,” said Stacy Anderson, Director of Communication, Events & Education for United Contractors. “The magazine is truly a team effort by all of the United Contractors staff. We consider the publication our foremost vehicle for marketing and communications and strive to publish a fi rst-class magazine on a monthly basis.”
The international organization consists of several thousand creative professionals. The foundation for AMCP began in 1995 as a means to honor outstanding achievement and service to the communication profession. As part of its mission, AMCP fosters and supports the efforts of creative professionals who contribute their unique talents to public service and charitable organizations. Visit www.amcpros.com for more information. ◆
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33 YEARS – 1979Associate Member:Rinker Materials - ConcretePipe DivisionCheryl Street
25 YEARS – 1987Associate Member:East Bay M.U.D.Olujimi Yoloye
22 YEARS – 1990Associate Member:Volvo Construction Equipment & ServicesAl Fernandez
21 YEARS – 1991Contractor Member:D’Arcy & Harty Construction Inc.Mike D’Arcy
20 YEARS – 1992Contractor Member:Conco-West, Inc.Mike DeRousse
17 YEARS – 1995Associate Members:Sweeney, Mason, Wilson &BosomworthJoseph Sweeney, Esq.
Zurich North America SuretyTimothy Fanto
16 YEARS – 1996Contractor Members:O’Grady Paving, Inc.Craig Young
Steelhead Constructors, Inc.Kevin Ramstrom
15 YEARS – 1997Contractor Member:Diablo Contractors, Inc.Arthur Brandt
Associate Members:Hertz Equipment RentalMark Hobson
Vulcan Materials Co.,Western DivisionMichelle Medici
14 YEARS – 1998Contractor Member:Lombardo Diamond DrillingMichael Dugan
Associate Members:Corrpro Companies, Inc.Dahl Rask
REM (Revel EnvironmentalManufacturing, Inc.)Charles Fleischmann
S & S TruckingFrank Sanchez
San Jose TransportJim Vergara
Stevens Creek Quarry, Inc.John Kolski
13 YEARS – 1999Contractor Member:Gordon N. Ball, Inc.Hal Stober
12 YEARS – 2000Contractor Member:Allen A. Waggoner Construction, Inc.Rocky Myers
10 YEARS – 2002Contractor Members:Oak Grove ConstructionDoug Hamilton
Vintage Paving Co., Inc.Ed Carbahal
Associate Members:International Fidelity Insurance CompanyStan Eng
Rain for RentIan Pringle
6 YEARS – 2006Contractor Member:Mike Brown Electric Co.James Brown
Associate Member:J.S. Cole CompanyPeter Almlie
5 YEARS – 2007Contractor Members:Team Ghilotti, Inc.Glen Ghilotti
Trinet Construction, Inc.Nora Hickey
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United Contractors would like to take this opportunity to recognize and thank the following companies who are celebrating their anniversary of membership with our organization in April:
APRIL MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
19 YEARS – 1993Contractor Members:Bauman Landscape andConstruction, Inc.Michael Bauman
Western StabilizationAshley Jeffery
Associate Member:West Coast Aggregates, Inc.Richard DeAtley
18 YEARS – 1994Contractor Member:Nada Pacifi cCal Terrasas
Associate Members:Oldcastle Precast - Utility VaultJohn Lewis
Org MetricsSue Dyer
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Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 465-7100
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Public and Private Construction Law,
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Law, Administrative Law, Corporate
and Partnership, Environmental Issues,
OSHA, Real Estate, Business and
Corporate Matters including Mergers
and Acquisitions and Litigation, Estate
Planning, Probate and Trust Litigation,
Tax Planning and Tax Litigation.
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Associate Member:Jenkins Insurance GroupSusan Peragallo
4 YEARS – 2008Contractor Member:The Beebe Corp.Loren Beebe
Associate Members:California Bank of CommerceTom Park
DHE Inc. Equipment Co.Scott Humphrey
Lockton Insurance Brokers, LLCJeff Prevost
Rogers Joseph O’DonnellJoseph McGowan
Sheppard Mullin Richter & HamptonScott Hennigh
The Guarantee Company of North America USAKevin Chambers
2 YEARS – 2010Associate Member:DI Aggregate Management, LLCRon Peterson
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Trench Drain Dewatering
Bypass PumpingCreek Diversions
Temporary Onsite Water SystemsPond Dewatering/Unwatering
Hose, Fittings & Other AccessoriesFull Automatic Priming
Set Up Option with Liquid Level ControlsSuction - Discharge Hoses
Main Line Piping - HDPE - PVC - Yelomine - Manifolds - Diffusers
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Equipment RentalGeneratorsFuel Cells
Submersible PumpsDischarge Pumps
Auto Transfer SwitchesSand Tanks
Centrifugal PumpsFlow Meters
Bypass PumpsLight TowerFrac TanksJ-Stands
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Viking Drillers, Inc.Family Owned and Operated Since 1983
801 Northport Drive, West Sacramento, CA 95691
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Damage to underground utility lines is a major problem in the United States. Incidents caused by excavation can compromise community safety and
disconnect people from critical services.
These incidents occur more often than you’d think. Digging activity damages a buried utility line every three minutes in the United States, and one-third of incidents are caused because a free call wasn’t made to 811 to notify the local call-before-you-dig center, according to Common Ground Alliance statistics. These 62 centers across North America take a caller’s information and communicate it to the appropriate utility operators, who then mark the approximate location of their underground lines with paint or fl ags.
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SAFETYWith spring fi nally here and excavation activity increasing, there is no better time to remind your employees to always make a free call to 811 a few days before starting any digging project.
According to the most recent CGA Damage Information Reporting Tool (DIRT) Report, when an excavator calls 811 before digging, damage occurs less than 1 percent of the time. DIRT data also indicates the total number of damages could be reduced by 30 percent if all digging was preceded by a request to locate the approximate location of utility lines.
Please spread the safe digging message to your fellow employees, industry peers, friends and family this spring. Remind them that every digging project, no matter how large or small, warrants a call to 811, which connects you to your local one-call utility notifi cation center.
Here are some additional ways you can make safe digging a priority this spring:
• Participate in the 811 Promise. Go beyond justmaking the call. This year, you can make a promise too, thanks to a new CGA website. Users who navigate to The811Promise.com can enter basic contact information, and with a single click can make a promise to always call 811 before digging. The new website features a rolling counter of the number of promises made to motivate other professionals to push the number higher. Be sure to share this website with your employees as a symbol of their commitment to safety.
• Display a National Safe Digging Month (NSDM) button on your webpage this month. April is
Tips for Spreading the Safe Digging Message this Spring
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National Safe Digging Month, and one of the easiest ways to demonstrate your organization’s commitment to safety is to spread the safe digging message by displaying a NSDM button on your webpage. You can fi nd the artwork and the code for the NSDM button by clicking on the image of it on the left-side bar on Call811.com.
• Review the CGA Best Practices Guide. While calling 811 before digging is the fi rst step in safe digging, it isn’t the only step. As a result, CGA members produce a Best Practices Guide that refl ects consensus of all stakeholders on an annual basis to help all professionals produce safer digging outcomes. The collected Best Practices are intended to be shared among stakeholders involved with and dependent upon the safe and reliable operation, maintenance, construction and protection of underground facilities. The 9th edition of the Best Practices Guide was released in March 2012 and can be accessed by visiting CommonGroundAlliance.com and clicking the Best Practices tab on the left.
• Submit damage reports to DIRT. Even with 811 and a comprehensive Best Practices Guide, underground utility incidents can still happen. To effectively track underground utility incidents and learn from them, CGA created a tool called the Damage Information Reporting Tool (DIRT) that allows any industry stakeholder to anonymously report an incident along with specifi cs such as root cause, type of facility damaged and type of excavation. Since launching DIRT, the number of records submitted has steadily increased. As more organizations voluntarily submit data, CGA is better able to report back to stakeholders on the state of damage prevention
throughout North America. To submit a report to DIRT, visit their website at cga-dirt.com.
Damage prevention is a shared responsibility. Please take advantage of these opportunities to protect the safety of your employees and your communities this spring and beyond. To learn more about 811 or CGA, please visit Call811.com or CommonGroundAlliance.com. ◆
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LASTUnited Contractors (UCON) and the Southern California Contractors Association (SCCA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for labor and legislative cooperation. As such, UCON and SCCA will work closely together to aggressively advocate on behalf of the construction industry on state and federal regulations, legislation and litigation matters.
Members of both associations will benefi t from this MOU by gaining:
• Unifi ed representation in Sacramento for legislation and regulatory advocacy• Stronger voice to represent California’s union- contractors• Access to increased tools and services for labor representation
Visit our website at www.unitedcontractors.org to read our press release and fi nd out more.
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