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THE PINELLAS ENGINEER Chapter Newsletter
April 2013
INS I D E TH I S I SSUE
1 Pinellas Calendar of Events
2 Message from the President
3 FES Pinellas Chapter News
4 FES News from Tallahassee
5 Attachments
April 2013
11 Chapter Membership Meeting
Safety Harbor Spa
19 FES Pinellas Board of Directors Meeting
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM. Village Inn, Clearwater
26 FES Pinellas Golf Tournament
12:00 PM. Eagles Golf Club
David O’Connor
Spring has sprung! Thanks to those that attended our
March luncheon where we heard the outstanding efforts
from Jameson Elementary on how they incorporate
engineering into all aspects of learning. Our chapter
does a nice job of getting involved with our Pinellas
County schools but we need to do more. We ask you to
consider becoming a mentor or becoming involved in
one of the many outreach programs throughout the year.
We have our Spring golf tournament coming up April 26
at the Eagles Golf Club. Fred Dargahi and I recently
“sampled” the course conditions and they were fantastic.
Get your info on foursomes and sponsorships to Fred for
this great fundraising event. Our two annual golf
tournaments are the major fundraisers for our
scholarship program, so please participate.
For those considering future involvement as a Chapter
office, please join us for one of our monthly Board of
Directors Meetings. Our next BOD is Friday, April 19,
7:30 am at the Village Inn on Gulf to Bay. First breakfast
is on me! You’ll see that being an officer is quite
“painless” and a great way to get more involved in your
chapter and enhance your networking. Hope to see you
there.
All the best,
David
2012-2013 Pinellas Chapter Officers
President David O’Connor,P.E.
President Elect Mahshid Arasteh,P.E.
Vice President Fred Dargahi, P.E.
Treasurer Brad Foran, P.E.
Secretary Jon Gotwald, P.E.
State Director Kevin Becotte, P.E.
Past President Pete Stasis, P.E.
FES PINELLAS CHAPTER
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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FES PINELLAS CHAPTER PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
APRIL LUNCH MEETING NOTICE
PLEASE JOIN US THE 11TH AT 11:30 When: Thursday April 11th, 2013 Lunch & Program @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pmGuests: Fred Dargahi, PE – City of St. Petersburg Jonathan Gotwald, PE – George F. Young, Inc. Jared Phillips PSM – George F. Young, Inc.
Program Notes:
The St. Petersburg Pier – An Engineering Perspective
2013 will mark the year that the iconic St. Petersburg
Pier will be demolished to make way for a replacement
pier, known as The Lens. Fred, Jon and Jared will
provide the history of the current pier, the reasons
behind the decision to demolish it and the design
considerations for The Lens.
Where: Safety Harbor Resort & Spa 105 North Bayshore Drive Safety Harbor, Florida 34695
Phone: (727)726-1161
Cost: $25 per person
RSVP: Please RSVP to Fred Dargahi , PE City of St. Petersburg 727-892-5379 [email protected]
February FES Luncheon
Networking Prior to Lunch
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The Pinellas Engineer
OTICE 11:30 AM.
1:00 pm City of St. Petersburg
George F. Young, Inc. George F. Young, Inc.
An Engineering Perspective
2013 will mark the year that the iconic St. Petersburg
Pier will be demolished to make way for a replacement
pier, known as The Lens. Fred, Jon and Jared will
ide the history of the current pier, the reasons
behind the decision to demolish it and the design
Please RSVP to Fred Dargahi , PE
FES MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The March membership meeting Harbor Spa welcomed Lukas Heftyfrom Douglas Jamerson Elementary Engineering Magnet. Their presentation enlightened the attending FES members of their program to capture the interests of Future engineers early and instill critical thinking in all of the school’s curriculum. Jamerson Elementary’s award winning program is a jewel in St. Petersburg that the FES Pinellas Chapter is proud to support. We have committed to assisting this program with requesspeakers, opportunities for field trips and technical support.
February FES Luncheon
Jon Gotwald and Lukas Hefty provide an introduction to the Engineering Magnet School at Jamerson Elementary School
February FES Luncheon
Jon Gotwald, Elizabeth Singh and
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membership meeting held at the Safety Lukas Hefty and Elizabeth Singh
from Douglas Jamerson Elementary Engineering Their presentation enlightened the attending
FES members of their program to capture the interests neers early and instill critical thinking in all
of the school’s curriculum. Jamerson Elementary’s award winning program is a jewel in St. Petersburg that the FES Pinellas Chapter is proud to support. We have committed to assisting this program with requests for speakers, opportunities for field trips and technical
ES Luncheon
provide an introduction to the Engineering Magnet School at Jamerson Elementary School
ES Luncheon
Singh and Lukas Hefty
GOLF TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE
24TH ANNUAL FES PINELLAS GOLF TOURNAMENT
(Brochure and Sponsor Application attached)
REGULAR REGISTRATION DEADLINE
APRIL 22, 2013
GOLF TOURNAMENT:
FRIDAY APRIL 26, 2013
EAGLES GOLF CLUB.
Please contact Fred Dargahi, PE at [email protected] for any questions.
2013 FES CHAPTER LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Getting Back To Basics: Chapter Officer Training
June 14, 2013
Hammock Beach Resort, Palm Coast, Florida
Online registration is now open for the 2013 FES
Chapter Leadership Conference. The conference will
provide the tools, information, and connections for
today’s (and future) leaders to make the difference in
FES and in their profession. Participation at this one
program is encouraged from current and future leaders,
chapter officers, members in line for chapter officer
position, and anyone wishing to enhance their overall
leadership skills, whether an Engineering Intern (EI),
student of engineering or a Professional Engineer (PE).
Hammock Beach Resort, Palm Coast, Florida It’s easier than ever to make your travel plans. With just a few simple clicks on the EngiNews website, you will be able to register for the conference and book yoat The Hammock Beach Resort.
The Pinellas Engineer
OURNAMENT
(Brochure and Sponsor Application attached)
EADLINE:
Please contact Fred Dargahi, PE at for any questions.
ONFERENCE
Getting Back To Basics: Chapter Officer Training
Coast, Florida
Online registration is now open for the 2013 FES
Chapter Leadership Conference. The conference will
provide the tools, information, and connections for
today’s (and future) leaders to make the difference in
Participation at this one-day
program is encouraged from current and future leaders,
chapter officers, members in line for chapter officer
position, and anyone wishing to enhance their overall
leadership skills, whether an Engineering Intern (EI),
of engineering or a Professional Engineer (PE).
Hammock Beach Resort, Palm Coast, Florida
It’s easier than ever to make your travel plans. With just a few simple clicks on the EngiNews website, you will be able to register for the conference and book your room
Our Dunedin Highland MATHCOUNTS winning team represented the Pinellas Chapter well at the State MATHCOUNTS competition on March 15, 2013. The Dunedin Highland team placed in the top 40% of schools at 15
th Place.
Three individuals from Dunedin also placed in the top 25% of Mathletes: Christopher Eschler Pepas – 49
th and Jay Mithani –
Congratulations to our Mathletes!
FES/FICE 97th Annual Summer Conference & Exposition
FES/FICE 97th Annual Summer Conference & ExpoJuly 31 - August 3, 2013
The Breakers, Palm Beach Engineering Our Own Path: From Abacus to AppsOnline Registration is now open. http://www.fleng.org/seminars.cfm?event_id=581 The Breakers Website: http://www.thebreakers.com/ To Reserve a Room: https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=1504545
A program brochure with complete agenda information is currently being developed and will be available soon. In
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Our Dunedin Highland MATHCOUNTS winning team represented the Pinellas Chapter well at the State MATHCOUNTS competition on March 15, 2013. The Dunedin Highland team placed in the top 40% of schools
Three individuals from Dunedin also placed in the top 25% of Mathletes: Christopher Eschler – 46
th, Jakub
– 55th.
Congratulations to our Mathletes!
FES/FICE 97th Annual Summer Conference
FES/FICE 97th Annual Summer Conference & Expo August 3, 2013
The Breakers, Palm Beach
Engineering Our Own Path: From Abacus to Apps Online Registration is now open. http://www.fleng.org/seminars.cfm?event_id=581
The Breakers Website: http://www.thebreakers.com/
https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome
A program brochure with complete agenda information is currently being developed and will be available soon. In
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ALLAHASSEE
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the meantime, download the schedule at a glance by clicking here: http://www.fleng.org/images/files/2013 Schedule at a Glance.doc.
Florida Engineering Leadership Institute
FES/FICE is now accepting applications for the Florida Engineering Leadership Institute (FELI) Class of 2014. Intend to apply but haven’t completed the full application yet? Submit the Intent to Apply form and let us know.
Intent to Apply:
http://www.fleng.org/images/development/FELI-Intent.doc
Full Application:
http://www.fleng.org/images/development/FELI-Application.doc
Applications are due September 2 and the first FELI begins in November and lasts through August, 2014.
For more information, please visit:
http://www.fleng.org/leadership.cfm
or contact Dee Kring at [email protected] or 850-224-7121.
FES 2013-2014 FES and Practice Section Slate of Officers
The following members have been nominated as officers of the Florida Engineering Society and the Practice Sections for 2013-2014. Officers will be officially installed at the Annual Conference August 2, 2013 in Palm Beach.
2013-2014 Slate of Officers:
http://www.fleng.org/images/files/2013-2014%20Slate%20of%20Officers%203%2013.pdf
FES: Additional nominations may be made by letter addressed to the Nominating Committee containing the name of the nominee and the signature of the endorser. The endorser shall be members of the Corporate Division of the Society in good standing, and the number of endorsers shall not be less than one percent of the corporate membership of the Society as published in the most recent Yearbook, from a minimum of three chapters and at least with ten endorsers from each chapter. Additional Nominations due by June 7, 2013.
Continuing Education | Seminars, Conferences an Distance Learning
Upcoming Seminars and Conferences
Wednesday April 3, 2013 GMEC Inaugural Dinner Lecture Scheduled for Evening Prior to GMEC Conference in honor of S.E. “Jim” Jammal, P.E. Geotechnical Engineer remembered as Sink Hole Expert
Time: 6pm-9pm Location: Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs 350 S. Northlake Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 Pricing: $40 per person, includes dinner Registration: www.ucfknightsnetwork.com/jammallecture
Guest Lecturer: Craig H. Benson, PE, NAE Director of Sustainability Research & Education University of Wisconsin-Madison and President of the Geo-Institute of ASCE
April 4 – 2013 GMEC Conference Orlando For more information and to register, please click here. http://www.fleng.org/seminars.cfm?event_id=573 May 22-23 – 2013 FICE Transportation Conference For more information and to register, please click here. http://www.fleng.org/seminars.cfm?event_id=555
Upcoming Webinars
February 14 – June 27 Online Career Development Curriculum
For more information and to register, please click here. http://www.fleng.org/seminars.cfm?event_id=574
February 19 – April 5 Online PE Review Course For more information and to register, please click here. http://www.fleng.org/seminars.cfm?event_id=575
Calendar of Events | April 2013 4 Geotechnical and Materials Engineers Council -
2013 Conference
11-13 FELI Class of 2013, Session IV, Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
16 FICE Transportation Meeting - Ft. Lauderdale
23 ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards Presentation in Washington, DC
April 2013
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CHAPTER OFFICERS AND COMMITTEE CHAIRS 2012 - 2013
PRESIDENT TREASURER Annual Meeting David O’Connor (727) 431-1543
David O’Connor, PE Cardno TBE (727) 431-1543 [email protected]
Brad Foran, PE Lighthouse Engineering (727) 726-7856 [email protected]
Awards Kevin Becotte (727) 464-5377
Charter & Bylaws Kevin Becotte (727) 464-5377
Communications Rick Bowers
Conservation & Eviro. Quality Vacant
PRESIDENT ELECT PAST PRESIDENT Construct Environment Vacant
Mahshid Arasteh, PE American Quality Consultants (727) 543-1458 [email protected]
Pete Stasis, PE Jones, Edmunds & Assoc. (813) 258-0703 [email protected]
Energy Vacant
Ethical Practice Kevin Becotte (727) 464-5377
E-Week Banquet David O’Connor (727) 431-1543
Golf Tournament Fred Dargahi (727) 892-5379
K-12 Education Jon Gotwald (727) 822-4317
VICE PRESIDENT STATE DIRECTOR Leadership Adv. Pete Stasis (813) 258-0703
Fred Dargahi, PE City of St. Petersburg (727) 892-5379 [email protected]
Kevin Becotte Pinellas County (727) 464-5377 [email protected]
Legislative & Government Affairs
Mahshid Arasteh (727) 543-1458
Membership Development Chuck Warrington (727) 562-4901
MathCounts Jon Gotwald (727) 822-4317
MathCounts Pete Stasis (813) 258-0703
Professional Concerns Vacant
SECRETARY FES STATE Professional Development Bob Pierro (727) 789-9500
Jonathan Gotwald, PE George F. Young, Inc. (727) 822-4317 [email protected]
PO Box 750 Tallahassee, FL 32302-0750 1255 Gadson St. Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 224-7121 [email protected]
Scholarship Justin Keller (727) 526-9158
Student Professional Development
Pete Stasis (813) 258-0703
Transportation Supersession Vacant
FPEG Kevin Becotte (727) 464-5377
FECON Michael Gibson (410) 872-2250
FEE Vacant
FPEI Rich Fraze
FPER Don Henderson
FICE Dorian Modjeski (727) 431-1543
