SBCA Weekly Newsletter 02/20/13

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER February 20, 2013 Volume 19 Issue 08

Santa Barbara Contractors Association Celebrating 65 Years of Service to the Community

In This IssueClose Prevailing Wage Loopohole Page 1SBCA Builder Breakfast-UCSB Page 3Members Corner-Insulate SB Page 13Q & A for Contractors Page 14Classified Page 14Tailgate Safety Topic Page 31SBCA Online Planroom Report Page 37SB City Building Permits Page 42South County Building Permits Page 44North County Building Permits Page 65

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Senators Announce Legislation to ClosePrevailing Wage Loophole for Charter Cities

know that they can marginally undercut prevail-ing wage to win a contract.”

“Continuing California’s economic growth de-pends on creating more middle class jobs, es-pecially in the construction industry that was hit so hard during the Great Recession,” said Sen. Steinberg. “Low wage contractors cut costs by cutting corners, but the data shows that they’re not saving public money. We can’t afford to shortchange workers and taxpayers by ignoring the economic net benefit of California’s prevail-ing wage law.”

California’s prevailing wage law was enacted more than 50 years ago, by Governor Goodwin Knight. It was modeled after the federal prevail-ing wage act, which was signed into law by Presi-dent Herbert Hoover in 1931. All state and local

government agencies in California, ex-cept charter cities, require contractors to pay prevailing wage on taxpayer-funded projects.

There are 121 charter cities in Califor-nia, of which only 70 currently require compliance with the prevailing wage law on municipal projects or allow the city council to require compliance with the prevailing wage law on municipal projects. SB 7 would not apply to con-tracts under $25,000 for construction or under $15,000 for maintenance,

SACRAMENTO, CA – State Senator Anthony Cannella (R-Ceres) joined Senate President pro Tempore Darrell Steinberg (D-Sacramento) to announce legislation extending California’s pre-vailing wage regulations to charter cities. Senate Bill 7 would make charter cities eligible to receive or use state funds for a public works project only if the city has a policy of requiring contractors on all its municipal projects to comply with the State’s prevailing wage law. The law requires bidding contractors to use the same wage rates when bidding on a public works project, ensur-ing a contract is not awarded based on paying lower wage rates than a competitor.

“As a civil engineer and former mayor, I am proud to co-author SB 7. It is important that we close this loophole that allows certain firms to game the system,” said Sen. Cannella. “Those firms

installation, alteration and repair work, so a city would not have to require prevailing wages for such contracts to be eligible to use state funding or construction.

A 2011 Colorado State University study docu-mented the use of prevailing wage in City of San Jose projects, which increased countywide eco-nomic activity by $164 million, increased local jobs by 1,510 and increased local tax revenues by $1.9 million over a five year period.

The same study also compared two Northern California public projects: Mitchell Park Library in Palo Alto, scheduled to open this spring and built without prevailing wage, which cost taxpayers $430 a square foot and with only 12 percent of the work going to local contractors; the similar-sized Gilroy Public Library, opened last year and built with prevailing wage, which cost taxpayers less at $326 per square foot and with 71 percent of the work going to local contractors.

The example is consistent with a 2001 study by the University of Utah, which found that non-prevailing wage contractors are more depen-dent on imported labor, resulting in a greater percentage of those lower wages being spent outside the community where the original in-vestment was made.

“The public works projects of the 1930s, such Continued on page 14

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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER February 20, 2013

FEBRUARY 2013SBCA Board of Directors MeetingFebruary 5, 2013 from 5:00pm to 7:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

SBCA Online Planroom Demo & TrainingFebruary 6, 2013 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

Built Green OrientationFebruary 7, 2013 from 9:00am to 10:00amLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street

State Payroll Tax WorkshopPresented by EDDFebruary 8, 2013 from 9:00am to 1:00pm Location: EDD, 4820 McGrath St, #200, Ventura

1st Aid CPR Training & CertificationInstructor, Justin Haagen, Safety MattersFebruary 19, 2013 from 8:00am to 2:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

State Labor Law & Payroll Tax SeminarPresented by EDDFebruary 19, 2013 from 9:00am to 3:00pm Location: EDD, 4820 McGrath St, #200, Ventura

Santa Barbara Contractors Association Calendar HighlightsPrevailing Wage Law SeminarPresented by Rick Heldwein, CPA, Monte TenEyck, CLU, and Naomi R. Dewey, Esq.February 26, 2013 from 9:00am to 12:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

SBCA Builder BreakfastGuest Speaker Marc Fisher, UCSBFebruary 27, 2013 from 8:30am to 9:30amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

MARCH 2013Window Installation & AdvancedFlashing Techniques ClassInstructor Brian Larkowski, Sierra Pacific WindowsMarch 5, 2013 from 12:30pm to 4:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

SBCA Board of Directors MeetingMarch 5, 2013 from 5:00pm to 7:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

SBCA Online Planroom Demo & TrainingMarch 6, 2013 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

Built Green OrientationMarch 7, 2013 from 9:00am to 10:00amLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street

Collecting Your Money SeminarPresented by Mark Coffin, Hardin & Coffin, LLPMarch 14, 2013 from 9:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

Master Builder SeminarMarch 20, 2013 from 9:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

Title 24 TrainningMarch 20, 2013 from 12:30pm to 4:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

SBCA Builder BreakfastHealth Care Reform for EmployersMarch 21, 2013 from 8:30am to 9:30amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

State Safety ExpoMarch 26 - 28, 2013 from 7:00am to 6:00pmLocation: Cosumnes River College,Sacramento

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Santa Barbara Contractors Association Builder Breakfast - February 27, 2013

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Marc Fisher Senior Associate Vice Chancellor &

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Jack WoleverDirector of Design & Construction

Greg MooreAssociate Director of Contracting Services

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DATE & TIMEWednesday February 27, 20138:15 am Check-in & Networking8:30am Welcome & Round Table Introduction8:40am Presentation

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Prevailing Wage Law Compliance and Critical Updates

Learn from the best! A must for owners, estimators, project managers, payroll personnel and o�ce administrators working on public projects.

Topics Include:

Understanding new CMU requirementsNew developments in prevailing wage lawTax, ERISA, �nancial and bene�t issuesOverview of the Federal and State Prevailing Wage LawsHow are the Prevailing Wages Determined?When is the Prevailing Wage Law Applicable?What are the Prevailing Wage Standards?Reading Federal and State Wage DeterminationsHow are Prevailing Wages Paid?Who is paid the Prevailing Wage?Completing Certi�ed Payroll ReportsComplying with Apprenticeship RequirementsCompliance and Enforcement

Presented byMonte TenEyck, CLU, ChFC,

TenEyck FinancialFinancial Consultant

Naomi R. Dewey, Esq., Buynak, Fauver, Archbald & Spray LLP

Employment Law for Employers

Rick Heldwein, CPASoares, Sandall, Bernacchi & Petrovich

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Tuesday February 26, 2013Prevailing Wage Seminar



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Insulate SB has been an accredited, spray foam contractor for many years. Meeting professional stan-dards set by the Alliance, Insulate SB commits to improving their staff and product through continual ed-ucation, and accreditation. As a first time nominee and national award winner, they are poised to share their expertise with many local resi-dential and commercial insulation projects.

The SPFA (Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance) is the voice and education-al arm of the polyurethane foam industry. SPFA delivers training, industry certification, leadership on energy conservation, the envi-ronment, health & safety, building codes and technical advances in the industry. Members are professional contractors, manufacturers and distributors who strive to educate, regulate and improve the trade.

Insulate SB is Santa Barbara’s local-ly owned and locally operated full service insulation company. Insu-late SB specializes in Icynene Spray Foam Insulation, Fiberglass Batt In-sulation and Rigid Board Insulation. They use cutting edge techniques to produce the best product possible. Their installers have several years of in-field experience and have passed various certified training programs. The unified team works together ef-ficiently to complete each job pro-fessionally and in a timely manner.

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Capitol Connection Q & A for ContractorsBy Shauna Krause, President, Capitol Services, Inc.

How often have you heard something that later turned out to be untrue or way off base? You’d be surprised at how often we do, but for contractors getting it right is the only way to profit. That’s why our first contractor may be a little unhappy with the truth. We map out the directions on LLC operations and take a ‘prime’ cut at subcontrac-tor paydays…

Q: I would like to get a contractor’s license but I lack the required 4 years of work experience. My buddy told me that I could use a retired contrac-tor or someone who isn’t currently using their license as Qualifier on my license. Do you know how that works?

A: You can hire an individual who has already gone through the CSLB application process to act as your Qualifying Individual, however be aware that this individual must exercise direct supervision and control of your construction activities. Many times contractors are looking to act as your Responsible Managing Employee (RME) or Responsible Managing Officer (RMO) for a fee, but without the intention of taking part in the every day operations of the business.

In a recent newsletter, the CSLB warned contrac-tors about the risk of using “absentee Qualifiers” and stated that they are aware of “retired” licens-ees who are serving as Qualifying Individuals for

a monthly fee, but do not have direct involve-ment in the company’s construction activities. The article stated that the “CSLB is aggressively and stringently taking enforcement actions against those involved in this trend, and is in the process of legislatively enhancing violations to make them a criminal offense.”

Q: We are applying for a contractor’s license for our Limited Liability Company (LLC). We cur-rently have a license for our corporation so I am familiar with the terms RMO and RME. However in addition to those titles, the LLC application also has “Responsible Managing Member” and “Responsible Managing Manager.” What is the difference between the two?

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A: I believe what you are referring to is B&P Code Section 7108.5, requiring a prime contractor to pay their subcontractors no later than 7 days after receipt of each progress payment, unless otherwise agreed to in writing. In the event that there is a good faith dispute over all or any por-tion of the amount due on a progress payment, the prime contractor may withhold no more than 150 percent of the disputed amount. Ac-cording to the statute, any violation of this can constitute a cause for disciplinary action and can also subject the licensee to a penalty pay-able to the subcontractor, of 2% of the amount due per month for every month that payment is not made. Further, with any action to collect funds that are wrongfully withheld, “the prevail-ing party shall be entitled to his or her attorney’s fees and costs.”

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Prevailing wage guarantees cities that expertly-trained local workers will build their projects. Without it, bidders are forced to cut corners on training and apprenticeships to get low bids. Quality suffers,” said Robbie Hunter, President of the State Building and Construction Trades Council of California. “California’s construction workforce is rapidly aging. We need a strong prevailing wage throughout our state to encour-age young people to enter apprenticeships and tackle the next generation of infrastructure and public works.”

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

Federal and California Certified Small Business

Katz

Moses

Calles Construction&

Lic. # 955924

Foreman - $63.96/hr*• Finish Carpenter - $55.77/hr*• Journeyman Carpenter - $46.80/hr*• Level 2 Apprentice Carpenter - $39.77/hr*•

Level 1 Apprentice Carpenter - $37.29/hr*• Level 2 Laborer - $33.53/hr*• Level 1 Laborer - $27.80/hr*•

*Includes wage, tax, insurance, and overhead and profit mark up.

Skilled Tradesmen for Hire - Labor Rates:

Hard BidTrue cost plus 16%

Labor BudgetBuy your own lumber and save

Labor SupportBeef up your crew and deliver quality, on time

[email protected] www.constructionsb.com

framing finish carpentry demo concrete

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Window Installation & Advanced Flashing TechniquesSanta Barbara Contractors Association-Continuing Education

Window Installation &Advanced Flashing Techniques ClassInstructor Brian Larkowski

March 5, 2013From 12:30pm to 4:00pm

CLASS WILL COVERTested and accepted installation techniquesProper material selection, including the correct use of sealant and �ashingQuality controlFlush window �ashingRecessed window �ashingBald jamb weatherizationPanning

There is a lot to know about properly installing windows. Get trained on the proper techniques. Sign up today!

InstructorBrian Larkowski is a Licensed Contractor, Installation Masters™ Certi�ed In-staller and Former Instructor, Voting Member of ASTM Committee E06.51 Per-formance of Windows, Doors and Skylights, and the Installation Manager for Sierra Paci�c Windows in Camarillo, CA. Brian also serves on the Santa Barbara Contractors Association and Built Green Board of Directors.



CLASS REGISTRATION

FEE$55 per person - SBCA Member$55 per person - Built Green MemberIncludes a deli style lunch!

REGISTERTo register online please visit www.sbcontractors.org and go to the Events Calendar, or email registration to [email protected]. Pre-registration is required. Seating is limited.

DATE & TIMETuesday March 5, 2013 from 12:30pm to 4:00pm


PAYMENT




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M E M B E R B E N E F I T SReferrals•Online Planroom•Safety Program•Networking Events•Weekly Newsletter•Government Affairs•Get Industry Updates•Educational Seminars•Annual Golf Tournament•Built Green Santa Barbara•Online Membership Listing•Annual Membership Directory•Advertise Directly to Construction •Industry in Weekly NewsletterNew Member Bio - Introduce •Your Business in the NewsletterGroup Insurance Programs •for Workers Comp, Auto, and Employee Benefits

[email protected]

REDUCE YOUR WORKERS’ COMP INSURANCE COSTS

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

www.statefundca.com

V I S I T

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

www.builtgreensb.org805.884.1100

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

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P.O. Box 517Santa Barbara, CA 93102

Email [email protected]

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

SBInsulate

805.845.3999

130 N. Calle Cesar Chavez, Suite [email protected] www.InsulateSB.com

Insulation Services:Icynene Spray Foam

Cellulose, Blown-in BlanketFiberglass Batts

Rigid BoardRemovals

Retail Sales

Santa Barbara’s premier insulation contractor with over 30 years of experience

ID #510XXXID #51202175

Lic. 963692

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POCKET SIZE CONSTRUCTION SPANISH English to Spanish and Spanish to English pocket size book 3.5 x 5 inch

Over 1400 construction related words and terms used on Home, Commercial, Heavy Construction and Highway Projects with tools, equipment, safety and landscaping.

Increases jobsite productivity and safety - Saves time and money. Low cost and easy to use - Over 275,000 in use by government and industry.

□ Construction Spanish Pocket Book – $5 each Qty ________________ $ _____________

□ Construction Spanish Pocket Book – $15 set of 5 Qty ________________ $ _____________ TOTAL $ ____________

The SBCA accepts □ Check □ Visa □ MasterCard □ American Express Credit Card Number ________________________________________________ Expiration Date ____________________ Cardholder Signature _________________________________________________________________________________ Printed Name_______________________________________ Date ____________________________________________ Company Name ______________________________________________________________________________________ Payment in advance to the Santa Barbara Contractors Association (SBCA) is enclosed for $ _______________________ The Construction Spanish Pocket Book can be picked up at the SBCA office. If you need the Construction Spanish Pocket Book shipped please contact the SBCA office as shipping charges do apply.

Rev. 1/13

ORDER TODAY!

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

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

Lic# 216916 MARBLE • GRANITE • STONES

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

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

Goleta ReStore 6725 Hollister Avenue, Goleta

(between Los Carneros & Storke)

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

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

www.sbhabitat.org

Serving Southern Santa Barbara County

If you are an employer who wishes to obtain assistance from Cal/OSHA Consul-tation, or want to learn more about what services are available, you can do so by calling the toll-free assistance number.

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

or obtain technical information, you can contact the Cal/OSHA Consultation area office nearest your workplace or you can

email us at [email protected] SURE YOU ARE

IN COMPLIANCEwww.dir.ca.gov

(805) 965-7377 (805) 965-3308 fax

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIALNEW CONSTRUCTION • REMODEL

RADIANT HEATING • SERVICE

www.construction-plumbing.com

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2013 ADVERTISING RATE SHEET

ARTWORK ASSISTANCE- Artwork requiring changes or design assistance will incur production fees of $50 per hour. Please contact the SBCA for more information.

FORMAT OF ARTWORK - Artwork must be submitted in a digital format. Artwork must be at least 300dpi at the �nal resolution. Artwork must be exact size as speci�ed. 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 artwork that does not meet the speci�ed criteria. Advertisements are published upon the representation that the advertiser is authorized to publish the submitted matter. 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]

SIZE BLACK & WHITE COLORA - Business Card - 3.5” x 2” $250 $280 B - 1/4 Page - 3.5” x 4.75” $375 $420 C - 1/2 Page - 7.375” x 4.75” $625 $700 D - Full Page - 7.375” x 10.25” $1065 $1190 Inside Cover & Tab Full Pages - 7.375” x 10.25” $2800 (Call for availability!)Back Cover - 7.375 x 10.25” $3600 (Call for availability!) ENHANCED LISTINGBoxed $100 Shaded Box $150 Boxed with Logo $200 If you wish to use last years ad copy indicate here Yes, use last years copy.

DISTRIBUTION - The Resource Directory is sent to each member of the SBCA and is also stocked at the SBCA o�ce. Resource Directories are also distributed to the AIA SB Chapter, Santa Barbara Board of Realtors, local retail home design showrooms, material suppliers, banks, building departments, public agencies, and organizations. The SBCA will also place an online version of the Resource Directory on the webpage to maximize your advertising dollars and reach a larger audience. Additional copies can be picked up at the SBCA o�ce during normal business hours and are available free of charge.

DEADLINE - Artwork and payment must be received no later than March 31, 2013. Resource Directory is printed once a year.

2013 Resource Directory for Contractors & Homeowners Advertising

The SBCA accepts Check Visa Master Card American Express

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Aging In PlaceAlarm SystemsArchitectsArchitectural ReuseAsbestos Consulting and TestingAsbestos Removal ContractorsAttorneysAuctioneersAudio / Video SuppliersAutomotive Sales and ServiceBanking and LendingBathroom SafetyBoiler, Hot Water Heating and Steam Fitting ContractorsBondingBookkeeping, PayrollBuilding InspectionsBuilding Materials and SuppliersBuilding Moving/Demolition ContractorsBuilding PerformanceCabinet, Millwork and Finish Carpentry ContractorCabinetry and Millwork SuppliersCeramic and Mosaic Tile ContractorsCleaning ServicesClosetsConcrete ContractorsConcrete Ready Mix / Rock and Sand SuppliersConstruction Management ServicesConstruction WasteCrawlspacesDecks and Siding ContractorsDesignersDoors and WindowsDoors, Gates and Activating DevicesDrilling, Blasting and Oil Field WorkDrywall ContractorsEarthwork and Paving ContractorsEducational InstitutionsElectrical ContractorsElectrical SuppliersEmployee Bene�t AdvisorsEmployment/Temporary WorkEnergy Audit ConsultingEngineering, Surveying and PlanningEquipment Sales and RentalsFence RentalsFencing ContractorsFinancial ServicesFinish CarpentryFire & Water Cleanup/RestorationFire / Water / Asbestos / Mold RestorationFire Protection ContractorsFloor Covering SuppliersFlooring and Floor Covering ContractorsFoundation Underpinning and RepairFraming ContractorsGeneral ContractorsGeneral Contractors - CommercialGeneral Contractors - ResidentialGeneral Engineering ContractorsGeologistsGeotechnical EngineeringGlazing Contractors

Government AgenciesGranite and Marble Countertop SuppliersGreen Building ConsultingHonorary MembersHorizontal Boring/DrillingInspectionsInsulation and Acoustical ContractorsInsurance ServicesIntegrationInterior DesignersIrrigation and Drainage Material SuppliersLandscape DesignersLandscape SuppliersLandscaping Contractors Lathing and Plastering ContractorsLead AbatementLead Paint Consulting and TestingLow Voltage Systems Contractors Marble & Stone FabricationMarketing/AdvertisingMasonry ContractorsMetal Stud Framing ContractorsMold/IAQ Consulting and TestingNon-Chlorine Swimming Pool/Spa SystemsNurseriesO�ce InteriorsOrnamental Metal ContractorsPainting and Decorating ContractorsPayroll ServicesPest ControlPlumbing and Appliance SuppliersPlumbing ContractorsProperty ManagementPublic UtilitiesRadiant Floor Heating SupplierReinforcing Steel ContractorsReprographicsResidential Electronic Systems ConsultingRetaining Wall and Shotcrete ContractorsRoo�ng ContractorsSafety Training and ComplianceSanitation System ContractorsSheet Metal ContractorsSolar ContractorsStructural EngineersStructural Steel ContractorsSwimming Pool ContractorsTile and Stone SuppliersTool and Equipment RepairTool SuppliersTree ServiceUnionVocational TrainingWarm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-ConditioningWater AgencyWater and Wastewater SystemsWaterproo�ng ContractorsWaterproo�ng Material SuppliersWeatherization Material SuppliersWelding ContractorsWindow Coverings

TRADE LISTING(S) CONSTRUCTION SERVICE(S) - with your membership you receive one free trade listing in our printed and online directory. If you would like to be listed under other classi�cations, there is a fee of $25 for each additional category at time of request.

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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 15 million clicks in 2012. 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.

2013 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.

2013 Newsletter Advertising

ARTWORK ASSISTANCE- Artwork requiring changes or design assistance will incur a production fee of $50 per hour. Please contact the SBCA for more information

FORMAT OF ARTWORK - Artwork must be submitted in a digital format. Artwork must be at least 300dpi at the �nal resolution. Website 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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GOT BUILDING

PLANS.NEED BIDS?

NEW CONSTRUCTION REMODEL ADDITIONRESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL

Learn how to use the SBCA Online Planroom for your construction project. Submit digital plans at NO COST TO YOU. Get access to contractors, and receive bids on your plans. Call SBCA staff for sup-port 884-1100 or email [email protected]. [email protected]

Established 1948

914 A Santa Barbara Street

805.884.1100

www.sbcontractors.org

Santa Barbara, CA

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Online Plan Service is now available as a mobile application, compatible with all Mobile devices such as Android, iOS, blackberry, and tablet platforms. Quickly access the Online Planroom, review project information and documents ON THE GO!

Access OPS Mobile on your mobile device by going to http://onlineplanservice.com/mobile/OPS Mobile is an abridged version of the OPR. It includes:

My Desk New Projects

Bidding Projects Bid Results

All Project Documents; Plans, Specs, and Addenda

Filters for project name and location are also available.

All Project Documents, Addenda, Plans, Specs etc., can be viewed using QuickEye Mobile. As this is a web-based viewer, no installation is necessary!

OPS Mobile loads to My Desk. Navigate to New Projects, Bidding Project, and Bid results using the bottom links.

Project Details include basic project information; addenda, project contacts, and bidders.

QuickEye Mobile Viewer quickly displays project Plans, Specs, and Addenda.

Online Plan Service – ON THE GO!

Board of Directors 2013

John HolehousePresident

Jack Martin1st Vice President

Paulo Sitolini2nd Vice President

Dan GeorgeTreasurer

Peter NovakParliamentarian

Patrick Foster

David James

Jon Kenney

Brian Larkowski

William Mace

Mark Magid

Robert Mislang

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 newsletter is distrib-uted to more than 600 local businesses and agencies. Articles appearing in this news-letter 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].