Weeklybulletin 9.5.11 Issue #36

Marin Builders Association ◆ WEEKLY BULLETIN ◆

IN THIS ISSUE

SR Chamber Business Showcase.................1

Welcome Our New Members......................2

Directors...........................................................3 Annual Meeting & Election Of Directors...........................................................4

Annual Meeting & Election of Directors...5

Kalb’s Q&A For Contractors........................6

Safety Topic: Aggressive Driving..............7-8

Phil Vermeulen: LAO Releases Report.......9

Learn More About The Green Economy..10

Car Wash Fundraiser....................................11

Permits & Liens........................................12-26

Liens/Homesteads/Completions...................................................27

Tool Lending Library..............................28-29

Golden State Lumber Contractors Day....30

Project Bid Schedule...............................31-36

MBA Health Insurance Program Update.............................................................37

Classified Ads..........................................38-39

Sub Bids....................................................40-41

Bid Results......................................................42

SR Chamber Business Showcase Information.............................................43-44

Shimmick Const. Outreach Event!...........45

MBA Calendar..............................................46

Fundraiser!....................................................47

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MBA Weekly Bulletin

September 5, 2011 Issue #36

Sponsors: AAA, Bank of America Home Loans, Bank of Marin, Berkvam Productions, California Film Institute, Cal-Pox, Inc., Comcast, DominicanUniversity of California, Dutra Group, Embassy Suites, InSite Networks, Kaiser Permanente, Linbro, Inc., Marin General Hospital, Marin IndependentJournal, Marin Sanitary Service, Minuteman Press, Nelson Family of Companies, North Bay Business Journal, NorthBay biz Magazine, Pacific Gas &Electric, Redwood Credit Union, San Geronimo Golf Course, SharedHR, Speedpro Imaging-Marin, Sutter Health, the 20, Unicorn Group, Union BankPLEASE JOIN US AT THE 2011 BUSINESS SHOWCASE

Lights, Camera, Action! The 2011 Business Showcase promises to be more fun and informative this year than ever before. The showcase is a great

oppurtunity for you to “shop locally” by connecting with the businesses in your community and see the best products, services

and ideas available. We will be exhibiting alongside 80 other local businesses, including: Marin Builders Association!


R.H. HYDRONICS (G)Robert Horky1346 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.San Anselmo, CA 94960(415) 250-8133 CSLB#[email protected] Heat SupplierRec by: OnlineRefs: Bob Barton

PAYCHEX (A)Lesley Epstein, Payroll Consultant88 Rowland Way, Ste. 100Novato, CA 94945(415) 899-0203 ext. [email protected] – Human Resources ConsultingRec by: Barbara JonesRefs: Barbara Jones, Paula Krause

STORMWATER SPECIALISTS (A)Mary Larsen, President and CEO8698 Elk Grove Blvd., #224Elk Grove, CA 95624(916) 230-0370mary@stormwaterspecialists.comwww.stormwaterspecialists.comConstruction ConsultantsRec by: Barbara JonesRefs: John Bly

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONSAUGUST 2011

January 10,2011 Issue * 51www.marinba.org ◆ [email protected]

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SEPTEMBER- WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS!



2010-2011 MBA DIRECTORS & OFFICERS

PresidentDave Trahan - Patriot Mechanical

Vice PresidentAimi Dutra - The Dutra Group

Chief Financial Officer Jeff Mertel - Mertel Carpets, Inc.

SecretaryJim Schalich - Schalich Brothers

Construction

PAST PRESIDENTJeff Grady - Grady Financial, Inc.

Executive Director - Safety DirectorKlif Knoles

Barry Arends - Morris Roofing Mark Silvia - Marin Mechanical, Inc.Tyler Doherty - Cal West Rentals, Inc.

Gary Frugoli - Construction ConsultantPeter Migale - Migale Painting Company

Keith Dotto - Dotto Glass, Inc.Dick Ghilotti - Ghilotti Construction CompanyDave Garbarino - Marin Sanitary Service, Inc.

Jeff Pottorff - North Bay Landscape Management

Diane Henderson- DMH Land Use Planning

STAFFPaula Krause - Office Manager

Barbara Jones - Membership ManagerDiane Van Renselaar - Plan Room Technician

Kellie Buono - Administrative Assistant/ReceptionChriss Daniels - Publications Editor/Website/Media

Casey Mazzoni - Legislative Analyst

The weekly bulletin is owned by MBA and is available at www.marinba.org

660 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94903Publisher: Klif Knoles

Publication Editor: Chriss Daniels

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Stay up to date on all of the MBA events, seminars and weekly bulletin

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MBA MEMBERSHIP BRINGS YOU OUT IN FRONT



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Please join us for our

Annual Meeting &

Election of Directors

Tuesday ~ September 13, 2011 at 2:00 p.m.

660 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael

Reservations taken at the Association:

(415) 462-1220 or fax to (415)462-1225

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Company Name _____________________________________

Person (s) Attending __________________________________



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While one of my missions in life is to assist contractors, I often hear from attorneys and others with questions about construction industry issues. First, I field a question and ‘kickback’ new guidance on getting paid for ‘referrals.’ We also catch up on the latest CSLB discussions…

I have responded to questions about Referral Fees in the past and have read related articles written by attorneys and the CSLB. These questions have generally originated with contractors; however, realtors or others who regularly deal with the construc-tion industry have also been curious about what is acceptable.

While B&P Code Section 7157(d) clearly states that it is not legal for one contractor to pay any type of inducement (i.e. kickback) to another contractor, the law apparently does not include non-contractors. The CSLB recently clarified this in their newsletter and I wanted to make sure my readers had the most accurate and up-to-date information.

At a recent CSLB Enforcement Committee meeting in Sacramento, one of the agenda items dealt with this very issue. According to the Board, the practice of paying “inducements” or what are often called, ‘finder’s fees’ is apparently prevalent in several industries including water damage/restoration, plumbing, pool builders, and re-modelers. The Board’s Enforcement staff held a sting operation in Riverside in March and all 9 contractors (licensed and unlicensed) who showed up to bid clearly stated that referral fees would be paid once the “homeowner” signed a contract. These offers of “inducements” cost these contractors up to $2000 in fines. Call it what you will, but if you are a contractor beware any offer to ‘kickback’, pay for referrals, provide finder fees or ‘inducements’ for a contract because they are all illegal in California.

Other topics discussed at the August 23rd CSLB Committee meetings included: Enforcement partner-ships with 2 dozen cities and counties as well as a number of other state agencies; licensing requirements for solar and other alternative energy projects; and the latest on licensing for a Limited Liability Company (LLC).

Kalb's Q&A for Contractors By David KalbPresident of Capitol Services, Inc.

Q: This really is not as much a question as it is a statement. I regularly read your column in my Exchange newsletter and find your information very helpful. ’ve learned a great deal from your answers and appreciate your provid-ing this service. The construction industry can use all the help it can get.

I know you often write about the CSLB doing stings and their Enforcement efforts but it’s not enough. There are too many unlicensed guys running around taking jobs from the legitimate contractor. What can you suggest that we can do to help the Board and help ourselves at the same time?

A: Thank you very much for the kind words and reaching out to help combat unlicensed activities. In our present economy, it’s tough enough staying busy without having to battle unlicensed individuals who are undercutting the legitimate contractor. The CSLB is doing what they can with their present resources; however for one thing they have 29 vacant Enforcement positions that are subject to the current State hiring freeze.

In January of this year, the Board’s Statewide Investigative Fraud Team (SWIFT) launched a new task force to battle the underground economy. There are a number of areas where contractors can help themselves and the entire construction industry including identifying unlicensed individuals and reporting them to one of the SWIFT represen-tatives throughout the state.

Because this is such a huge issue, I am going to devote an entire upcoming column to what we, as an industry, can do to win the battle against unli-censed activities. Please send your thoughts on this issue to share and be on the lookout for this important information.

While knowledge is power, knowing where to go for the answers is half the battle. Get expert as-sistance immediately when you call 866-443-0657, email [email protected], or write me at Capitol Services, Inc., 1225 8th St. Ste. 580, Sacramento, CA 95814. Research past columns at www.cutred-tape.com.



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SAFETY TOPIC: AGGRESSIVE DRIVINGEvery year, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports approximately 500,000 collisions with 200,000 inju-ries and 4,000 fatalities as a result. Unsafe speed, improper turning, failure to yield the right of way, and obey traffic signals were the most frequent causes, which led the Department of Transportation (DOT) to estimate that two-thirds of traffic fatalities may be caused by aggressive driving.

Aggressive driving can be caused by longer commutes, traffic congestion, and other drivers’ behaviors. It can also be caused by your own mood, reactions, and ability to deal with stress on and off the road. Aggressive driving is triggered by anger – yours or another driver’s. Aggressive drivers are more likely to speed, make unsafe lane changes, ignore the right of way, and violate traffic signals. Aggressive driving behavior includes tailgating, unsafe passing, honking your horn, making rude gestures, or swearing at other drivers.

Don’t confuse aggressive driving with road rage. Blaring your horn in traffic or making rude gestures are not illegal, but they can escalate and lead to road rage. Road rage is a criminal act where a driver tries to inten-tionally injure or kill another driver, passenger, or pedestrian.

Help prevent aggressive driving (and road rage) by first adjusting your attitude. Forget the idea of “winning” on the road. Driving is not a race; it should not be a contest to see who finishes first. Leave plenty of time for a trip so that if traffic or another delay occurs, you can keep your cool. Think of the highway as a conveyor belt – everyone will get to their destination eventually, so there is no need to speed or act impolite to save a few minutes.

Put yourself in the other driver’s shoes. Have you ever made a mistake on the road, been lost, or unsure of your turn-off point? Instead of being angry at another driver making the same mistakes, give them the benefit of the doubt. When you make mistakes, acknowledge them and give the drivers around you a friendly nod or wave. Polite behavior makes driving safer.

Whether on Wall Street, in a casino, or on the highway, there will always be bad actors that want to break the rules. Ignore rude and bad drivers on the road. Unless you are a traffic safety officer, it is not your job to enforce the rules of the road or punish the bad behavior of others behind the wheel. Do not try to teach other drivers “a lesson.”

If you encounter an angry or aggressive driver on the road, don’t engage them. Avoid eye contact and do not make (or return) rude gestures or comments. Give an angry driver a lot of room by putting distance between you. Slow down or exit the roadway if necessary, but do not pull off to the side of the road or try to “reason” with an angry driver. Get help by using your cell phone or driving to a public area such as a police station or shopping center.



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SAFETY TOPIC: Conducción Agresiva

Cada año, la Patrulla de Caminos de California (California Highway Patrol, o CHP) informa de aproximadamente 500,000 colisiones, con 200,000 heridos y 4,000 muertos como resultado. Conducir a una velocidad peligrosa, hacer giros inapropiados, no ceder el paso, y desobedecer las señales de tráfico fueron las causas más frecuentes, que llevaron al Departamento de Transporte (Department of Transportation, o DOT) a estimar que dos tercios de las muertes vehiculares fueron causadas por la conducción agresiva.

La conducción agresiva puede ser causada por los viajes cada vez más largos, la congestión del tráfico y el comportamiento de otros conductores. También puede ser causada por su propio estado de ánimo, sus reacciones, y su capacidad para afrontar el estrés en la carretera y fuera de ella. La conducción agresiva se desencadena a partir de la ira, la suya o la de otros conductores. Los conductores agresivos tienen una mayor probabilidad de conducir a velocidad excesiva, hacer cambios de carril peligrosos, ignorar el derecho de paso y desobedecer las señales de tráfico. El comportamiento agresivo en la conducción incluye el acer-carse demasiado al vehículo que tenemos delante, adelantamientos peligrosos, tocar la bocina, hacer gestos ofensivos o insultar a otros conductores.

Póngase en el lugar del otro conductor. ¿Ha cometido alguna vez un error en el camino, se ha perdido o no ha estado seguro de dónde girar? En lugar de enojarse con otro conductor que comete los mismos errores, déles el beneficio de la duda. Cuando usted cometa errores, reconózcalos e indíquelo con un asentimiento de cabeza o un saludo con la mano a los conductores que lo rodean. El comportamiento amable hace que la conducción sea más segura.

Tanto si está en Wall Street, como en un casino, o en la carretera, siempre habrá malos actores que quieren incumplir las reglas. Ignore a los conductores maleducados y a los malos conductores en el camino. A menos que usted sea un oficial de seguridad de tráfico, no es responsable de hacer cumplir las reglas del camino o de castigar la mala conducta de otros que van al volante. No trate de “dar una lección” a otros conductores.

Si se encuentra con un conductor enojado o agresivo en el camino, no le haga caso. Evite el contacto visual y no haga (ni retribuya) gestos o comentarios insultantes. Dé mucho espacio a un conductor enojado, poniendo distancia entre él y usted. Conduzca más despacio o salga del camino, si es necesario, pero no se aparte al costado del camino ni trate de “razonar” con un conductor enojado. Obtenga ayuda usando su teléfono celu-lar o dirigiéndose a un lugar público, por ejemplo una estación de policía o un centro comercial.

No confunda la conducción agresiva con la furia del conductor. Tocar la bocina en medio del tráfico o hacer gestos insultantes no son cosas ile-gales, pero pueden intensificarse y llevar a la furia del conductor. La furia del conductor es un acto criminal en el que un conductor trata de herir o matar intencionalmente a otro conductor, pasajero o peatón.

Contribuya a prevenir la conducción agresiva (y la furia del conductor) ajustando primero su actitud. Olvídese de la idea de “ganar” en la carret-era. La conducción no es una carrera; no debe ser una competencia para ver quién termina primero. Asigne abundante tiempo para un viaje, de modo que si hay tráfico o cualquier otro retraso, usted puede mantener la tranquilidad. Piense en la autopista como una cinta transportadora: todos van a llegar a su destino eventualmente, por lo cual no hay necesidad de conducir a velocidad excesiva o de actuar de modo descortés para ahor-rarse unos minutos.



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California’s infrastructure includes a diverse array of capital facilities across many program areas. Additionally, the state provides funding for local public infrastructure such as K-12 schools and local streets and roads. Over the last decade, infrastructure costs have taken up a larger share of the state’s budget, yet the state’s infrastructure demands continue to grow.

The Legislative Analyst (LAO) released a report yesterday which summarizes the state’s infrastructure spending and provides ideas for planning and funding future infrastructure. Specifically, the LAO recommends that the Legislature establish a more coordinated process for financing infrastructure. Throughout the report, they also highlight ways the state could manage infrastructure to reduce state costs such as prioritizing the state’s infrastructure investments to the most critical and appropriate programs, adopting strategies to reduce infrastructure demand, and identifying additional revenue to support infrastructure.

This report is attached and is also available at http://lao.ca.gov/laoapp/PubDetails.aspx?id=2509

For another perspective on the report, I'm also including today's Sacramento Bee article from columnist Dan Walters.

Dan Walters: Jobs plan and infrastructure needs underscore our dilemma. It was just coincidence that Gov. Jerry Brown unveiled a billion-dollar tax proposal – which he said would improve California's struggling economy – on the same day that the Legislature's budget analyst released a long report on the state's infrastructure crisis. It was, however, a timely juxtaposition.

LAO Releases Report - A Ten-Year Perspective: California's Infrastructure SpendingBY: Phil Vermeulen, Legislative Advocate

Brown was responding to economic woes as politicians often do, with a news conference, a quick-hit plan and assurances that it will make things better.

Legislative Analyst Mac Taylor, however, was indirectly telling politicians what they should do to improve long-term prosperity – upgrade transportation, education, water and flood-control systems.

It's very questionable whether Brown's proposal to change the way corporations are taxed, give tax credits to employers for new hires and grant manufacturers a sales tax break can be enacted, since it needs some Republican votes.

Brown and Democratic legislators implied unmistakably that one motive is to show voters that they're feeling their economic pain, while setting up Republicans for blame in next year's legislative elections if they block the tax swap. Brown also wants business support for a tax increase ballot measure next year.

Even were Democrats' motives pure as winter snow in the Sierra, however, and even were their plan to become law, its economic impact is very questionable. Independent studies of employment subsidies, such as the "enterprise zone" program, indicate that their last-ing benefits are scant.

California needs more than a new tax gimmick to sustainably recover from recession. We need to make ourselves competitive in a global economy.

Balancing state finances, overhauling an anachronistic tax system, streamlining regulation and improving the education system would reassure potential investors. And so would doing something about our decaying infrastructure.

"Much of the state's infrastructure is aging and needs to be renovated, adapted or improved to meet current and future needs," Taylor's fact-packed report tells us. "Additionally, California will continue to need new infrastructure to accommodate population growth."Former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger raised the issue and proposed bond issues to deal with it, but we have the nation's worst credit rating and the cost of repay-ing bonds already issued or in the pipeline has become a major factor in the chronic budget woes.Not only do we need to spend tens of billions of dol-lars on new or improved infrastructure, we also need to spend more on maintaining what we already have – much of it dating back to the governorship of Brown's father. And because of fiscal constraints, we need to find new ways of paying the heavy cost.

It's not as sexy as punching a new tax loophole, but it's the real business of making us competitive again.



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Learn More about the Green EconomyGet the Competitive Edge

Come learn about career options and resources designed to boost your confidence and skills in looking for work in the green economy.

The Marin Employment Connection (MEC) is pleased to announce the receipt of additional funding for training (serving Marin,Sonoma, Solano and Napa counties) that encompasses a broad look at industries in the green economy, focusing on:

1) green business services 2) renewable energy (solar PV design/installation) 3) clean transportation (clean vehicle technology) 4) water conservation/landscaping 5) energy efficiency6) green building

Businesses in the green sector look for employees who can speak and understand the language of sustainability. Those who possess this knowledge are far ahead of other job seekers.

Get the competitive edge!

Foundational skills will put you on the path to success. To help you clarify what your options are you begin with a Green Career Exploration Workshop with access to web resources designed to jump start your green career search. Technical and vocational trainings will be offered that lead to certifications in Environ-mental Literacy, CALGreen, Certified Green Building Professional, Water Efficient Landscaping, and others.

To learn more about this training opportunity, please register to attend one of the following MEC Project Green Information Session by calling (415) 473-3300.

Thursday 8/25/11 10-11:30 am Redwood Rm., 2nd Floor Thursday 9/8/11 8:30-10 am Sycamore Rm., 3rd Floor Wednesday 9/28/11 8:30-10 am Sycamore Rm., 3rd Floor

Marin Employment Connection - 120 N. Redwood Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903 415.473.3300 Fax 415.473.3333 TTY 415.473.3344 www.MarinEmployment.org

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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County of MarinCommunity Development Agency

Building and Safety Division

PERMITS ISSUED FOR WEEK ENDING SATURDAY, AUGUST 27TH, 2011

Owner Contractor Address Parcel # Construction ValueKing Molly M DE JONG CONSTRUCTION, INC 234 Railroad Ave Woodacre 172-091-47 (62) Demolition $3,000 Hassler Wm Dennis CASCADE ROOFING CO 835 Pine Ln San Rafael 178-092-07 (53) Re-Roof $9,800 Dance Palace SUNSHINE ROOFING 503 B St Point Reyes Station 119-196-01 (53) Reroof $9,000 Spirit Rock Meditation CAMELLO INC 5000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd 172-350-35 (58) Window $20,000 Whiting Kenneth GEORGE’S LANDSCAPING INC. 74 Rock Rd Kentfield 074-082-19 (13) Deck $50,000 Andersdatter Karla NORTHERN PACIFIC ROOFING 20 Sunset Way Sausalito 199-202-21 (53) Reroof $8,992 Lewis Carl NORTHERN PACIFIC ROOFING 307 Island Dr Mill Valley 043-282-36 (53) Reroof $20,664 Chelew Jeffrey SUPERIOR ROOFING 413 Via Herbosa Novato 160-272-02 (53) Re-Roof $15,700 Kehoe Donald R L H CONSTRUCTION 2483 Mar East St Tiburon 059-203-04 (56)(58) Siding $20,000 Butler Brice MORRIS ROOFING 23 Strawberry Cir Mill Valley 043-083-12 (53) Reroof $12,000 Daly Richard J GUTIERREZ ROOFING CO. 26 Mcdonald Ln Point Reyes 119-111-38 (53) Reroof $15,657 Skarakis Christopher J U/C CONSTRUCTION CO 13 Walla Vista Stinson Beach 195-062-11 (23 0/0) Kitchen $200,000 Lurmann Frederick W JUSTIN CONSTRUCTION 6 Crane Dr San Anselmo 176-104-05 (23) Kitchen Remodel $30,000 Getsey William A UNKNOWN 171 Sacramento Ave San Anselmo 177-172-17 (12,92,13) $50,000 Vonk Abraham C NEW DIMENSION 383 Tennessee Ave Mill Valley 050-093-12 (23) Remodel, $31,000 Kissil Diana OWNER 1014 Erica Rd Mill Valley 200-171-04 (51) Install Gas $1,000 Lake Peter H HRC ROOFING 15 Cavalla Cay Novato 157-520-23 (53) Re-Roof $8,900 Simms Susan R THE ROOFER 118 St Thomas Way Tiburon 038-214-26 (53) Re-Roof $12,600 Wegner David G THE ROOFER 142 Trinidad Dr Tiburon 038-212-09 (53) Re-Roof $20,600 Beal Lauren M ARMSTRONG INSTALLATION SE 10 Mt Tenaya Dr San Rafael 164-413-59 (53) Re-Roof $23,000 Hinckley Samuel H SONOMA-MARIN CONSTRUCTION 13 Laurel View Way Inverness 112-291-08 (21--0/0,13) $20,000 Rydstrom-Lowney JAZZ BLDRS. INC. 25 Hunter Creek Rd Fairfax 174-260-03 (22--0/0,12,13) $465,000 Brown Celia J BROKEN ARROW COMMUNICATIO 1 Mountain King Rd Lagunitas 168-240-20 (12)(65) $275,000 Goshay Catherine CALETTI JUNGSTEN CONSTR. 75 Rock Rd Kentfield 074-161-01 (11) $10,000 Finn David A DE JONG CONSTRUCTION, INC 767 Bay Rd Mill Valley 049-191-21 (23--0/0) Bath Remodel $10,000 Marsh Stephen HALLROAN & POWERS 326 Tennessee Ave Mill Valley 050-172-08 (23 -- 0/0) Kitchen $30,000 Starr Gloria A JAMES FLANAGAN BUILDER 838 Spring Dr Mill Valley 049-182-11 (52) (51) Fireplace $5,000 Barbero Douglas M OWNER/BUILDER 145 Daryl Ave Novato 125-292-03 (58) Windows $5,000 Benelli Leo J MC INTOSH BUILDERS INC 411 Via Del Plano Novato 160-183-10 (62 Demolition $6,000 Alexander Jon F MAC’S ROOFING 146 Madison Ave San Rafael 179-125-09 (53) Re-Roof $9,800 Housing Authority CAHILL CONSTR.INC 47 N Knoll Rd (Community Bld.) 034-081-01 (23) Accessibility $19,200 Housing Authority CAHILL CONSTR.INC 110 Linden Ln Mill Valley 047-191-50 (23) Accessibility $30,000 Housing Authority CAHILL CONSTR.INC 263 N San Pedro Rd 180-181-26 (23) Accessibility $68,500 Hayne Elliot A OWNER 20 Tamarin Ln Novato 143-190-31 (52) New Gas Line $2,500 Michaud William F KENNCO CONSTRUCTION 320 E Strawberry Dr Mill Valley 043-284-01 (58) Replace 6 W $8,000 Polan Jack D ARB INC 143 Almenar Dr Greenbrae 070-171-12 (52) Move Gas Line $2,000 Stikker Thomas J ARB INC 16 Los Cerros Dr Greenbrae 070-101-05 (52) Move Gas Line $2,000 Hansen C Steen ARB INC 24 Wolfe Canyon Rd Greenbrae 071-102-21 (52) Move Gas Line $2,000 Saenger Dieter T ARB INC 148 Wolfe Grade Greenbrae 071-091-32 (52) Move Gas Line $2,000 Markle Gerald E BURCH GENE PLUMBING INC. 402 Durant Way Mill Valley 200-272-21 (52) Water Heater $2,137 Dawson Deirdre BECKER, KENNETH L 840 Autumn Ln Mill Valley 049-211-08 (93) Replace Deck $2,200 Forbes Donald RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN 133 Crest Rd Novato 143-210-84 (58) Windows $13,486 Hanauer Eleanor I R C GENERAL CONTRACTORS 63 California Ave Mill Valley 051-021-11 (Replace Siding $8,000 Eddington Thomas OWNER 473 Panoramic Hwy Mill Valley 046-151-06 (50) Service Change $3,000 Hoffman Arlene GREENWOOD ELECTRIC 1025 Trillium Ln Mill Valley 200-173-31 (50) Electrical $1,500 Le My 18140 State Route 1 Marshall 106-302-02 (22--0/0)(13) Remodel $100,000 Sandusky David TERRA FIRMA GEOTEECHNICAL 280 Richardson Dr Mill Valley 043-231-05 (11) Ret. Wall $22,500 Rivers Rachel RODONI CONSTRUCTION CO 230 Camino Del Mar Inverness 112-011-07 (54) Tree Damage $35,000 Casner John H A ROCCKY ROAD 123 Bretano Way Greenbrae 070-121-19 (50) Service Change $1,596 Spoerry Juerg B K D H 124 Upland Rd Kentfield 075-012-16 (92) Repair Post $10,000 Berman Anita C OWNER 150 SEMinary Dr Mill Valley 043-350-03 (23) Remodel Two $40,000 Fisher Robert J REDHORSE CONSTRUCTORS, IN 3 Sky Oaks Rd Fairfax 197-060-01 (29--0/1,12,13) $978,000

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COUNTY OF MARIN PERMITS ISSUED


County of MarinCommunity Development Agency

Building and Safety Division

Building Permit Applications Received for ProcessingWeek Ending: Saturday, August 27th, 2011

Address Owner Work Value383 Tennessee Ave Mill Valley Vonk Abraham (13) Deck $17,000221 Seadrift Rd Stinson Beach Chan Thomas (11) Retaining Wall With Concrete $4,800170 San Geronimo Valley Dr Woodacre Bird Brad (21) Addition $49,00030 Rancheria Rd Kentfield Smock Jeffrey D (22; #0/0) Remodel $285,000234 Railroad Ave Woodacre King Molly M (62) Demolition Of Roof And O $3,000326 Mesa Rd Point Reyes Station Gutierrez Ismael (14) Fences Over 6 Ft $8,500197 Marinwood Ave San Rafael Marinwood Plaza (92) 3 Antenna’s $20,00039 Lomita Dr Mill Valley Schmetterer William (12) Porch Re-Roof $15,000214 Laurel Grove Ave Kentfield White H Kathrine (21--0/0,22,12,13)Additon, $800,000940 Bel Marin Keys Blvd Novato Meier M (23) Repair Fire Damage $20,000310 Highland Ave San Rafael Anton Baker (11) Replace Existing Retaining $7,30020 Gregory Dr Fairfax Taylor Katherine E (13,58) Deck And Replace All $13,92815 Fir Ave San Geronimo Jaeger Peter H (22 0/0) (12)(13) Major Remodel $150,00016 Fern Way Kentfield Gullickson Family (21--0/1,22,13) Deck Garage $149,000240 Evergreen Dr Kentfield Smith Walter (23) Kitchen Remodel $65,00025 Edgewood Dr Woodacre Snook Karen P Housing Inspection $0 20 Sunset Way Sausalito Andersdatter Karla / (53) Reroof $8,992307 Island Dr Mill Valley Lewis Carl T (53) Reroof $20,66413 Walla Vista Stinson Beach Skarakis Christopher J (23 0/0) Kitchen And Bath (2) $200,000767 Bay Rd Mill Valley Finn David A (23--0/0) Bath Remodel $10,000155 Almenar Dr Greenbrae Jeff (52) Move Gas Line $2,0001025 Trillium Ln Mill Valley Hoffman Arlene (50) Electrical Service Chang $1,500383 Tennessee Ave Mill Valley Vonk Abraham (13) Replacement $17,000 383 Tennessee Ave Mill Valley Vonk Abraham (23 0/0) (58)(56) Bathroom Remodel $31,000

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COUNTY OF MARIN PERMITS RECEIVED

ADVERTISING INFORMATION FOR THE BULLETIN AND WEBSITE

415-462-1220 [email protected]

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CITY OF FAIRFAX MONTHLY/NEXT ISSUE 9/19/11

CITY OF LARKSPUR EVERY OTHER WEEK NEXT ISSUE 9/12/11


Contract For Required Upgrades Before You Start The Work!

One of our larger home improvement contractors

recently informed us that they are having trouble

getting their permits approved for final inspection

on a project in one room, where the home did not

have updated carbon monoxide protectors

(which are now recently required in many

jurisdictions), smoke detectors, and GFI outlets,

even in other rooms. I know many contracts have

provisions that provide that the contractor

is not required to perform work required by existing

code violations. It may be a good idea to negotiate

up-front the price for you to perform this

additional work, so that if you have to perform the work, you do not get into an argument with

the homeowner. Obviously, whether you have to install an electric or battery operated detector,

or the number of detectors or outlets, vary from home to home, or based upon the requirements

of the city. Thus, you might include in your description of the work, a per unit price for each item

that could come up in your business, installed, and then you would only need to prove how many

were installed, and the owner would be obligated to pay you for that work.

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LIENS/HOMESTEADS/COMPLETIONS


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Golden State Lumber Contractors Day Friday August 26th.

An annual event well received by the construction community

We were pleased to see so many Marin Builders

Association members and potential members!

Tyler Doherty is one of our

Board Members

This very friendly dog is a special

buddy for one of the contractors



PROJECT BID SCHEDULE

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Bid list subject to change prior to bid date,please check with Association.




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Bid list subject to change prior to bid date,please check with Association.



Win Me at

Indian Valley

Golf Course



CLASSIFIED ADSClassified ads are provided free to MBA members & staff.

Please advise if position is filled or commodity is [email protected]

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ◆ OFFICE LEASE OR SALE ◆ BUSINESS ITEMS FOR SALE

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Part-time Bid Runner

An established, family–owned, San Rafael based construction company is seeking an experienced

part–time Bid Runner.

Flexible hours range from 5-10 hours per week. Responsible for delivering bid documents. Must be

dependable, punctual, and have excellent penmanship. The ability to listen and write quickly and accurately

under pressure is crucial. Must have the confidence to meet strict time deadlines. Receives bid pricing and

subcontractor information over the telephone. Reliable vehicle necessary and a clean driving record. Mileage

reimbursed.

Please apply to [email protected] and put “Bid Runner” in the subject line or fax to 415.455.9274.

Ghilotti Bros., Inc.

For Sale16” Portable Delta Radial Arm Saw

$4000On a Trailer with Racks with Rollers Attached

Easy Job Site Set-up for a Day or Months3 hp, 240 volt, 4-3/4” max depth of cut

Carbide Blades, Lockable CoverContact John, E-mail: [email protected]

Cell: 415-730-9779Ghilotti Bros., Inc.

is seeking an independent contractor to support a start-up division within. This is a contract, commission based position that will help promote product and secure new

clients. A background in asphalt products is a plus. Please email resumes to [email protected].

Did you know?www.stormpop.com

The weather website is www.stormpop.com and its free.

You can put up to 3 zip codes per email address and it will alert

you to the upcoming weather!



CLASSIFIED ADSClassified ads are provided free to MBA members & staff.

Please advise if position is filled or commodity is [email protected]

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ◆ OFFICE LEASE OR SALE ◆ BUSINESS ITEMS FOR SALE

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MILL WORK NEEDED

MUST KNOW SHOP TOOLS AND HAVE 2 YEARS

EXPERIENCE

PLEASE CALL: BRUCE AT 415-472-1410WANTED

GIANTS TICKETS!If you have Giants tickets that you would like to sell or give

away,please call 415-462-1220 or

email [email protected]



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SUB BIDS



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SUB BIDS

PUBLIC NOTICE TO CONTRACTORSIFB CP-812

Center Point, Inc., is requesting bids for the Renovation of a two story building of 1925sq feet in San Rafael, CA. The scope of work includes reconfiguration of three bedrooms and one bathroom on each floor to two bedrooms and two bathrooms on each floor; expansion of entry way and deck; replacement of roof and exterior staircase; installation of fire rated windows, heating and ventilation systems and fire sprinkler system; and exterior siding. Work will be bound by all relevant regulations to satisfy the Lender involved in the rehabilitation construction project (The California Department of Housing and Community Development) funding requirements. For information and complete package of required bid forms, contact Miguel Garibay at 415.492.4444 ext 2, Center Point, Inc., 135 Paul Drive, San Rafael, CA. 94903.

Bids will be received until 3:00 p. m. on Friday October 7, 2011 in Center Point Inc., Corporate offices located at 135 Paul Drive San Rafael, California, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

The plans, bid package and specifications are on file at the Agency Corporate offices and available upon request. A fee may be charged for documents (Plans-Drawings) provided by Center Point Inc. The IFB package can also be found in our website www.cpinc.org.

A bidders conference and walk-through-inspection of the site is scheduled for September 7, 2011, at 1:00 PM.

Local, minority, disadvantaged and women owned businesses are encouraged to apply.


BID RESULTS


Sponsors: AAA, Bank of America Home Loans, Bank of Marin, Berkvam Productions, California Film Institute, Cal-Pox, Inc., Comcast, DominicanUniversity of California, Dutra Group, Embassy Suites, InSite Networks, Kaiser Permanente, Linbro, Inc., Marin General Hospital, Marin IndependentJournal, Marin Sanitary Service, Minuteman Press, Nelson Family of Companies, North Bay Business Journal, NorthBay biz Magazine, Pacific Gas &Electric, Redwood Credit Union, San Geronimo Golf Course, SharedHR, Speedpro Imaging-Marin, Sutter Health, the 20, Unicorn Group, Union Bank


Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit Small and Local Business Outreach Event

Thursday, September 8, 2011 4pm – 8pm

Sheraton Sonoma County – Petaluma 745 Baywood Drive

Snowy Egret Meeting Room Petaluma, CA 94954

Light refreshments will be served

The Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) District has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to receive proposals from pre-qualified Design-Build teams for SMART’s Initial Operating Segment and Option A between the Marin Civic Center in San Rafael and Guerneville Road in Santa Rosa. Shimmick Construction is one of those firms that has been pre-qualified by SMART, and is eligible to submit a proposal in response to this RFP.

We need your help.

Shimmick Construction & HNTB would like to meet with small and local businesses before the contract has been awarded to discuss subcontracting opportunities.

Don’t miss your chance to learn how your local and small business can become part of this multi-million dollar contract!

The contract work generally consists of furnishing all management, coordination, professional services, quality control, labor, equipment, materials and other services necessary to perform the design and construction of civil, track, structures improvements and related elements of work for SMART’s Initial Operating Segment. The work includes track reconstruction in: Existing railroad right-of-way Roadway crossing improvements while maintaining existing rail signaling systems Drainage facilities Flat Work Structures and small bridges rehab/improvements Retaining walls Utility protections/relocations and services Excavation and embankments Work in wetlands SWPPE BMP Install Removal/disposal of existing rail Construction of station platforms and foundations Furnishing of Ballast and ties Site restoration Coordination/permitting with jurisdictions Coordination of construction with the operating railroad and SMART Maintenance of operational railroad segment and interface work elements with follow-on rail specialty

systems. Hazardous materials remediation expertise will be required which includes removal/disposal of existing

creosote ties and potentially other hazardous materials.

REGISTER TODAY by

PHONE (510) 251-8800 EMAIL [email protected]

ONLINE http://SMARTOutreach.eventbrite.com

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Marin Builders AssociationEvent Calendar

September 2011 - February 2012

September 14- San Rafael ChamberBusiness Showcase

September October

TBA - Crab FeedTBA - Marin Builders Association Holiday PartyTBA PG & E Mixer

November

February 2012December

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

October 20 - Marin Sanitary Service MixerTBA - BAPAC Fundraiser

January 2012

MEMBERSHIP DRIVEBULLETIN ADVERTISING SPECIALS

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APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

660 Las Gallinas Avenue - San Rafael CA 94903 415-462-1220 - Fax 415-462-1225

[email protected] www.marinba.org Company Name: ______________________________________________________________

(Legal Name or as shown on California State Contractor’s License)

Name of Owner: Title:

____________________________________ ________________________

Phone __________________________Fax ____________________________

Cell____________________________ E-mail Address: _________________________________________________ Website: _______________________________________________________ Mailing Address_________________________________________________ City___________________________________State_______ Zip__________ Street Address___________________________________________________ Contractor State License # _______________________Classification_______ Professional License Number or Class________________________________

(If applicable) Do You Have Employees? __Yes__No Number of Employees _____ Business Ownership Type:

Sole Owner__ Partnership__ Corporation__ Joint Venture__ Category Listing for Directory ______________________________________ (See Categories on the Other Side)

Additional Listings_______________________________________________ (Extra Charge for Each Additional Listing) Recommended By________________________________________________

References

Name___________________________________Phone__________________ Name___________________________________Phone__________________ Name___________________________________Phone__________________

PAYMENT FOR THE ONE-TIME INITIAL APPLICATION FEE AND SEMI-ANNUAL DUES MUST ACCOMPANY APPLICATION.

A one-time Non-Refundable application fee of $100 must be paid with this application. $50 (Former members in good standing rejoining within a 6 month period) Please make checks payable to: Marin Builders Association If accepted for membership, the undersigned Company / Firm and representative agrees to abide by the provisions set forth in the MBA Code of Ethics, By-laws and any subsequent regulations, which may be added or amended by a vote of the Board of Directors or the membership and is entitled to apply for all the services and benefits offered by the Association for the membership category assigned. It is further agreed that cancellation of membership shall be in writing and that all dues and indebtedness at that time shall be paid in full. Dues are non-refundable. Applicant further agrees to pay all reasonable attorney fees if suit is instituted to collect any past due indebtedness. Member services and benefits will be suspended if dues are not received in full within 30 days of statement. I, the undersigned, Owner, Partner, Officer or Qualifying Person, have read, understand, and agree to comply with the above terms and conditions of this agreement. Signature____________________ Title________________________ Date________________________ SEMI-ANNUAL DUES General - $200 Licensed Contractors Associate - $200 Providing Products/Services to the Construction Industry

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Fundraiser in support of

Marin Builders AssociationTuesday, September 13, 2011(All Day)

California Pizza Kitchen347 Corte Madera Town Center Corte Madera(Next to Crate and Barrel)415-945-0401

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