CATT-A-LOG May 2016

Contractors Association of Truckee Tahoe

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THE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS OF CATT

Truckee Home Show—Members Needed to Connect with Homeowners at the CATT Booth

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he Truckee Home & Building Show is coming up soon! Truckee High School will be transformed into the Home & Building Show on Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29.

CATT members receive FREE ADMISSION to the show. Use this coupon for your complimentary admission.

CATT has a booth at the show and we are looking for members who can volunteer for a 3 hour shift. The CATT Booth (#27) is at the entrance to the north display area (old gym). From that strategic location, CATT members will give out “hot off the press” copies of the 2016 Building & Remodeling Guide. As CATT reps, members explain the Job to Bid procedure to homeowners and answer their questions. Sometimes homeowners come loaded with a roll of plans ready to write up their job description, no prompting needed!

As we did last year, homeowners visiting the booth will receive CATT bags and CATT magnets along with other materials. There will also be a continuous loop of photos showcasing the work of CATT members displayed on a large monitor at the booth.

Please contact CATT Executive Director Pat Davison (530-550-9999 CATT MIXER Hosted by or pat@ca-tt.com) if you can volunteer for a three hour shift on Saturday or Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend.

CATT members who want to set up an exhibit can still reserve a space.

First-time CATT exhibitors receive a 10% discount on their display space. There is also a $50 credit given to exhibitors who refer a Thursday, May 5th, 2016, 5-7 PM new exhibitor. If you refer 12177 Business Park Drive, Suite 10 enough new exhibitors you could get your Truckee, CA 96161 space for free! Contact the Truckee Home Food, Drink, Raffle, & Networking Show for more details: 530-587-3477 or www. truckeehomeshow.com.

5th Annual

Memorial Day Weekend

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Sat. & Sun., May 28 & 29, 2016

PROFESSIONAL COURTESY PASS Good for complimentary admission of:

Member & Guest Courtesy pass provided to: CATT Business Name ____________________________________________ Signature_________________________________________________________ Exhibits open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Admission includes ALL EVENTS! At the Truckee High School - FREE PARKING 11725 Donner Pass Rd. Truckee

www.truckeehomeshow.com • (530) 587-3477

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IN THIS ISSUE...

Gary Davis & Tahoe Forest Hospital

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California’s New Requirement

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Truckee Roundhouse Makerspace

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A Note from the President

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Membership Committee News

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CATT Calendar

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Truckee Building & Safety Division News

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Let’s Play Golf

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Q&A for Contractors

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Nevada County Building Fair

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Welcome New Members

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Local Government Affairs Committee

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CATT Stats

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Classified Ads

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CATT Jobs to Bid & Permit #s

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Truckee Home Show—Members Needed

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Construction Dumpsters Required in Alpine Meadows

Training/Education 5

• May 21 Softball Tournament • June 15 Golf Tournament SEE INSIDE

California’s New Written Anti-Discrimination/Anti-Harassment Policy Requirement Took Effect April 1, 2016

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alifornia’s Fair Employment and Housing Council amended its regulations last year to create new antidiscrimination and anti-harassment policy requirements for employers in California. The amended regulations, which took effect April 1, 2016 and are now in effect, mandate that all employers maintain a written anti-discrimination, antiharassment and anti-retaliation policy that provides employees with specific complaint and investigation procedures.

The new Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) regulations provide that the written policy must list all 16 protected categories covered under the Act, inform employees that California law prohibits not only supervisors and managers from engaging in illegal conduct, but also coworkers and third parties. The most detailed requirements apply to the content of the written complaint procedures, which require employers to provide a specific complaint process ensuring confidentiality to complainants, timely response to complaints, impartial investigations by personnel qualified to conduct them, documentation to keep the complainant apprised of its progress, and timely resolution of the investigation.

The complaint procedure must also provide alternative avenues for an employee to complain to someone other than his or her immediate supervisor or manager. Employers can designate a specific company representative (such as an HR staffer or high-level manager), set up a complaint hotline, use an ombudsman, or identify the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Finally, the written policy must instruct supervisors that

they are required to report all complaints of misconduct, state that the company will perform an investigation that provides due process to all parties, that confidentiality will be maintained to the extent possible (without assuring complete confidentiality), state that remedial measures will be taken to address any discovered misconduct, and that complainants and employees will not suffer retaliation for participating or initiating an investigation.

Under the new regulations, employers must distribute the policy by either (1) providing a printed copy with a signature page for employees to return, (2) emailing the policy with a printable acknowledgment that can be returned, (3) posting the policy on the company’s intranet site with a feature for employees to indicate that they received and have read the policy, (4) reviewing and discussing the policy in person with new hires, or (5) any other method that reasonably ensures employees receive and review the policy.

Of particular note to employers with non-English speaking employees, the policy must be provided in both English and any language in which 10 percent or more of employees communicate.

With increasing regulations and new laws enacted each year, local contractors would be well advised to regularly review their practices and policies with experienced counsel.

Thanks to Chris Brown with Porter Simon P.C. for writing this article. Chris practices Labor & Employment Law at Porter Simon and is a regular contributor and speaker at CATT seminars. You can contact Chris at 530-587-2002 or brown@portersimon.com.

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May CATT Calendar

All activities are at the CATT office unless otherwise noted.

A note from the

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his month we want to welcome new board members Chris Tennant and Michael Ellis. Chris comes to us from Mt. Lincoln Construction, Inc., a longtime local contractor committed to helping our industry remain honest and professional.

Michael hails from Reno Truss, Inc. and has been the Chairman of the CATT Membership Committee along with the CATT Mixer Committee. Michael has been performing both of these duties diligently and the Board welcomes his energy and knowledge. We still have one board position open. We are looking for a contractor, either a general or sub, who wants to get involved and help our businesses thrive in the coming years.

Also let’s give thanks to two former CATT board members Doug Gadow (Linchpin Structural Engineering) and Jeff Miller (Advance Design and Construction) both of whom have served CATT well. Doug served on the board for five years and was an active volunteer with the Building Committee. Jeff worked tirelessly helping research possible insurance benefits for CATT members.

Both Doug and Jeff have moved on to run their businesses however Doug was recently appointed to the C.A.T.T. Community Project Board of Directors.

Just a reminder that we are in a very important election cycle, from our local government through the counties and state and onto the national level. If you have any opinions on how you are ruled and regulated, a great way to be heard is to volunteer for the either Local Government Affairs Committee (LGAC) or the CATT Political Action Committee (CATTPAC). LGAC has monthly meetings with the local authorities that rule over us as builders/developers. By keeping the communications open, we are influential on keeping those rules and regulations as fair as we possibly can. In fact, a lot of the agencies that rule over us come to CATT for advice, support and our thoughts on potential guidelines or procedures. CATTPAC reviews propositions and candidates up for election. CATTPAC volunteers have interviewed as many as 30 candidates for an election cycle to help guide CATT members to the most businessfriendly candidates and propositions.

If helping out your community involves getting your hands dirty, then C.A.T.T. Community Project (CATTCP) might be right up your alley. Over the years, CATTCP cleaned up and installed the fencing on the McIver Dairy property (aka the sledding hill in Truckee), helped with the Dog Park in Tahoe City, built a bus shelter in Squaw Valley, installed a new roof on the Old Truckee Jail Museum, and saved the decaying buildings at the Russel Valley Sheep Camp. CATTCP is currently working on the Truckee Kids Railroad Snow Sheds at the Truckee River Regional Park.

Please remember these sage words from our Executive Director Pat Davison, “The World is Run by Those Who Show Up!”

Mitch Clarin

May 2 – CATT Board Meeting May 5 – Membership Committee Meeting May 5 – MIXER at Epic AV Automation, Truckee May 11 – Golf Tournament Committee Meeting May 16 – Local Government Affairs Committee Meeting May 28/29 – Truckee Home Show, Truckee High School May 30 – CATT Office Closed in observance of Memorial Day — A l p i n e S p r i n g s C o u n ty W at e r D i st r i ct R e m i n d e r —

Dumpsters Required at All Construction Job Sites

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here has been an increase in contractors disposing of construction debris at the Alpine Springs County Water District (ASCWD)’s garbage dumpsters. Placer County Environmental Health requires that a dumpster be located at the construction job site. It is the homeowner’s responsibility to make sure his or her contractor provides this service.

A contractor found using the ASCWD dumpsters could be fined up to $1,000 per occurrence.

Alpine Meadows is exempt from the bear box law in Placer County since Alpine Meadows isn’t in the Tahoe Basin. Many Alpine residents rely on the ASCWD dumpsters but when those dumpsters are filled with construction debris, there is no place for residents to place their trash. The dumpster service provided at the ASCWD office site is for Alpine Meadows residents’ household FOOD garbage only.

Please contact Alpine Springs County Water District for more information: 530-583-2342.

Nevada County BUILDING FAIR May 20 in Nevada City

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he Nevada County Contractors Association (NCCA), Nevada County Association of Realtors, and Nevada County are sponsoring a Building Fair on Friday, May 20, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Fair location is the Rood Government Center, 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City.

The Fair’s target audience is the consumer who wants to do a remodel or new construction project. Contractors, suppliers, design professionals, and others will have vendor booths to meet home or business owners and provide information.

Presentations will be made by the County Planning, Environmental Health, and Building Departments. Presentations will also be made on solar basics, property and construction lending, and finding the perfect contractor.

Booth display and attendance is free. Booths are 12’x12’ and are outside. WiFi is available onsite but no power.

CATT members can reserve a booth by filling out the Vendor Registration Form (on the CATT homepage www.ca-tt.com) and returning the form to Nevada County Chief Building Official Craig Griesbach at craig.griesbach@co.nevada.ca.us. For more information, contact Craig at 530-265-1583.

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CATT Local Government Affairs Committee (LGAC) Meeting Dates and Speakers May 16 June 20

Truckee Sanitary District Engineer Raymond Brown Truckee Chief Building Official Johnny Goetz

CLASSIFIED ADS

The next LGAC meeting is Monday, May 16, 4:00 p.m., here at the CATT office. The meeting will feature Raymond Brown, District Engineer for the Truckee Sanitary District (TSD). Raymond will explain TSD’s proposed changes to the TSD Codebook and provide feedback on the CATT proposed change concerning two-way cleanouts. Any CATT member is welcome to attend LGAC meetings. Please contact CATT Executive Director Pat Davison 530-550-9999 or pat@ca-tt.com for more information about LGAC issues or activities.

Who Should Pay for Affordable Housing in Truckee

As more recreation enthusiasts and tourists discover Truckee, they want to live here on a full or part time basis. The increasing demand for a limited supply of housing has resulted in higher housing prices and a housing shortage, especially for moderate/middle income families. The Town of Truckee responded years ago by instituting some controversial requirements to address the cost and supply elements of our housing picture.

Currently, most new residential and non-residential projects in Truckee must provide some price-controlled or subsidized affordable housing units as part of their project. Smaller projects are exempt or have an in-lieu fee option. While the Town has been able to help secure some financing or other assistance for the larger projects, the burden on the projects remain significant. In some cases, developers have decided not to move forward or if they do, they pass on the added cost to build/provide those units to the consumer. CATT believes the higher cost of living in Truckee is tied, in part, to the regulatory requirements found here.

CATT members have been concerned about the negative effects resulting from this regulatory approach. If the burden is taken off the developer, the need for affordable and workforce housing still exists.

Who should pay for the needed affordable units? CATT members have been exploring this topic for more than a year as part of an LGAC Subcommittee. There is no easy answer. The Subcommittee’s conclusions may surprise members and others.

Subsequent issues of the CATT-A-LOG newsletter will include background information to help members understand the affordable housing problem and explain why the Subcommittee came to the sobering conclusion that some form of a community-based tax may be a feasible option for the future. We want members to see the big picture and become involved in a solutions-oriented discussion about options. Community awareness about the housing need is at an alltime high and CATT as an organization can be a proactive part of the discussion. CATT members have an important role to play in changing the future for the better.

Please do not hesitate to contact CATT Executive Director Pat Davison 530-550-9999 or pat@ca-tt.com for more information about Truckee’s affordable housing situation and the CATT Subcommittee recommendation.

Members of LGAC

FOR SALE Brand new dryer, LG DLGX8001V, graphite steel, 9.0 cf mega capacity with steam technology (gas). Was special order, never been used. Asking $1,300. Contact: Emily at 530-587-4000; design@ marktannerconstruction.com.

FOR SALE 2002 GMC Yukon XL 1500 Denali, pewter color, automatic transmission, Vortec engine, 4X4. Excellent condition, mileage 152,735.

Title status is clean. $6,800. Contact: Nelly McCann at 775-223-4790.

FOR SALE 1,320 lf of brand new, never been used Trex Select planks in Saddle. There are 66 planks, each plank measures 2”x6”x20’. Planks are on two pallets in shrink wrap. Retail price is $5,148 for the lot before tax.

Asking $4,000. Contact: John at 775-624-6333; johncunha@me.com.

FOR SALE 58 sheets of 12x12 mesh Ann Sacks Santos Mosaic TILE 1” x 1” straight stacked brown onyx. Asking $30/sf or $1600 for the lot—originally paid $43.97/sf. Contact: Emily at 530-587-4000; design@ marktannerconstruction.com.

FOR SALE #1 5/8” x 24” all heart Redwood taper-sawn shakes. Random width. 5 BND = SQ@10” exp. 239 BND available. $43.34 cost per BND + tax. Contact: Maurio with Washoe Building Supply at 775-691-9633; maurio_mattice@sbcglobal.net.

FOR RENT Gradall. 45 FT reach with truss boom and 1 yard bucket.

Great for backfill. Contact: Jude at 530-567-5150.

FOR SALE Reclaimed barnwood in stock. White Oak and Douglas Fir all shapes and sizes. Circular sawn and hand hewn. Full service millwork shop can transform to cabinetry, doors, flooring, wall paneling. Starting @ $5 bf. Located in Tahoe City. Contact: Alex with Finishing Touch Carpentry at 530-362-6700.

FOR RENT Storage yard, ideal for landscapers and excavators, near Tahoe Donner. $600/month. Contact: Eric at 530-412-2100; breamer@ sbcglobal.net.

FOR SALE Three section brand new Jeld-Wen sliding glass door. Door opens from right to left from the outside. Installed but never used. $1,800 OBO (retails for $5,000). Contact: Julie at 775-833-3388; julie@ elisefett.com.

FOR SALE Full 1”, VG, D/F, clear, reclaimed bleacher seating, beautiful stock. Approximately 6,000 sf, 14’ to 16’ lengths. Contact: 530-587-3700.

FOR SALE Land in Verdi (CA). Five buildable lots ranging from 1.49 to 4.8 acres. All with utilities including water. Level building pads at entrance to Toiyabe National Forest. From $79,900 to $210,000. Owner financing available OAC. Contact: Mitch at 530-308-9124 (call/text); Mitch@ MitchClarin.com.

FOR SALE Rough sawn Douglas Fir Arched Glu-lams: 3 @ 5-1/8” x 12”x10’ RS (10’4” radius), retail value $1,236 each; 4 @ 5-1/8” x 12” x 12’ RS (7’ radius), retail value $1,436 each; 1 @ 5-1/8” x 9”x12’ RS (10’9” radius), retail value $755. Contact: Jim at 530-587-4000; Jim@ marktannerconstruction.com. $ MONEY TO LEND Great rates, small amounts available for your clients’ remodels or additions, bridge loans, your autos, tools, etc.

Contact: Mitch 530-308-9124; Mitch@MitchClarin.com.

The current membership of CATT’s Local Government Affairs Committee includes Chairman Michael Forshee (Forshee Construction), Vice Chairman Mitch Clarin (Mitchell T. Clarin), Tony Commendatore (Aegis Insurance Markets), Eric Bacon (Bacon Collaborative Design & Engineering, Inc.), John Pruyn (High West Landscape Architects), John Wood (Loverde Builders, Inc.), Jim Smith (Mark Tanner Construction, Inc.), Rich Molsby (Molsby & Bordner, LLP), Kristi Thompson (MWA, Inc.), and Ryan Swenson (Simpson Strong-Tie).

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Training/ Education Reading your Financial Statements

Top Seven Business Mistakes

Thursday, May 19, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Q & A afterwards.

CATT Office: 12313 Soaring Way, Suite 1G, Truckee This class is presented by CATT member Mann, Urrutia, Nelson, CPAs & Associates, LLP. This class is designed to show you how to read your financial statement, what the banks want to see for loans, cash flow, material expenses, and much more. Free to CATT members/$10 charge for non-members.

RSVP: CATT 530-550-9999 or info@ca-tt.com.

Thursday, June 16, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Q & A afterwards.

CATT Office: 12313 Soaring Way, Suite 1G, Truckee This class is presented by CATT member Mann, Urrutia, Nelson, CPAs & Associates, LLP. Here is the list: Software recommendations – Expensify; Accelerate Deductions and Defer Income; Don’t Squander Your Gift Tax Exclusion; Maximize “Above-the-Line” Deductions; Perform an Overall Financial Checkup; Get Your Quickbooks Running; Charitable Contributions. Free to CATT members/$10 charge for non-members.

RSVP: CATT 530-550-9999 or info@ca-tt.com.

To CATT Members from Gary Davis (JKGD ARCHITECTURE ENGINEERING):

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have been on the Tahoe Forest Hospital District Measure C “Citizens Oversight Committee” since the approval of the Bond, some 9 years ago. I represent CATT and Tahoe City on the Committee. I have been extraordinarily pleased with the management of the funds for construction. The team has been on budget with the construction and management has been aggressive in managing the funds as shown in this article. If you have any questions, please contact me at 530-583-9222 or gary@jkaedesign.com

Truckee Roundhouse “Makerspace” Supports the Construction Community

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$10.6 MILLION MORE SAVED FOR LOCAL TAXPAYERS FROM MEASURE C GENERAL OBLIGATION (GO) BOND REFINANCING

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ahoe Forest Hospital District (TFHD) successfully refinanced its Measure C general obligation bonds in early April, resulting in a net savings benefiting District taxpayers of $10.6 million or approximately $424,000 annually over the next 25 years.

GO bonds are paid through a property tax assessment levied on all property within the District subject to taxation based on assessed property values. The savings will be directly passed on to District taxpayers through lower annual property tax assessments and equates to an approximate $2.30 (or 16.9%) reduction in the rate per $100,000 of assessed value. The refinancing of these bonds does not extend the length of the original bond term, which will be paid off as originally scheduled.

The general obligation bonds were needed to comply with California Senate Bill 1953, mandating California hospitals become seismically compliant after earthquakes in southern California. The bond measure also included expanded, improved and modernized healthcare services including an improved emergency department, expanded and upgraded cancer care, modernized maternity and women’s health care, and a modernized long-term skilled care facility. The bond measure was passed by a 72% supermajority vote in 2007.

any of you are aware of the Makerspace that will be opening to our community this summer at the TruckeeTahoe Airport. The Truckee Roundhouse Makerspace is a non-profit community space that supports the teaching, learning, and practicing of a wide variety of crafts, skills, technologies, and arts for the Truckee-Tahoe community.

With shops for wood, metal, technologies, ceramics, and textiles, there are a variety of uses CATT members and their families can benefit from. Specifically, I envision a local builder using the space’s laser cutter to add detail and style to a project for a home he or she is building, or teaching a class to pass on knowledge and educate the next generation of skilled workers.

Truckee-Tahoe Lumber, along with many other local business and organizations, is supporting this project because we see a need in our community for this space. The artisans, crafters, and entrepreneurs of the area need a space to design, invent, and collaborate. The Makerspace will fulfill that need.

The Makerspace group is working with local businesses, schools, and organizations including the Truckee-Tahoe Airport District, Mountain Forge, MWA Architects, Sierra Business Council, and more to develop strong partnerships that will bring the art community closer together to further the Tahoe-Truckee region as a hub for creativity and innovation.

Truckee Roundhouse is bringing an important resource to allow our community to increase our capabilities. The Truckee Roundhouse is opening this summer and we are still in need of several critical tools to open a high-quality shop. If your business is interested in partnering with this community effort, get in touch via truckeeroundhouse.org.

Last but not least, you are all invited to attend the 2nd annual Maker Show on June 12 at TTL’s Truckee Yard.

Andrew Cross Truckee-Tahoe Lumber Co.

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Let’s Play Golf!

Committee News

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he 19th Annual CATT/BMD/ Johns Manville Golf Tournament is Wednesday, June 15, 2016, at Schaffer’s Mill Golf Club in Martis Valley south of Truckee.

The player field is full and a few sponsorships are still available. As a sponsor, over 200 participants will know your company supports CATT! You can also be a raffle donor and be recognized for your generosity.

As a sponsor or raffle prize donor, your company will be listed in the Tournament Program, in an upcoming CATT Newsletter, and announced at the Tournament Awards/Raffle Ceremony. For sponsorship and raffle prize donation information, contact Membership & Event Manager Peg Friesen at the CATT office 530-550-9999.

The Golf Tournament is brought to you by the following committee members: Co-Chair Andrew Cross (Truckee-Tahoe Lumber), and CoChair Aaron Griggs (Griggs Custom Homes), Ryan Swenson (Simpson Strong-Tie), Mike Rasmussen (TrusJoist Engineered Wood Products), Peter Gerdin (Peter Gerdin Architect), Paul Douglass (PADJR, LLC), John Manocchio (Waddell & Reed), Bob Brown (Hills Flat Lumber Co.), Andy Gonzalez (Insulation Solutions), Josh Munns (nVision Glass), Keith Kelly (KSA / Kelly & Stone Architects), Nick Koch (Koch Elevator), Peter Knight (Accent Window), Amber Costos (Greenwood Homes), Colleen Laurent (Mt. Lincoln Construction), Rick Manning (TAMKO Building Products), Ben Harris (LP Insurance Services, Inc.), and Nick Ratto.

For information on joining the committee or volunteering the day of the event, contact Peg Friesen at CATT 530-550-9999 or memberinfo@ca-tt.com.

JOIN THE MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE AND WIN A TICKET TO THE CATT CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY PARTY

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eing part of a committee is a great way to gain exposure for you and your company, as well as meet a lot of people in our industry. The Membership Committee is responsible for retaining and recruiting members and developing membership benefits and services.

You could win a ticket to the CATT Christmas Holiday Party by joining and attending Committee Meetings and being involved in Membership Activities. Your hours will be tracked by the Membership Committee and the Committee Member with the most hours by November 11th will receive a free ticket to the CATT Christmas Holiday Party. Value of the ticket is approximately $100.

The Membership Committee meets the first Wednesday of every month, 3:00 p.m., at the CATT office in Truckee. For more information, please contact Membership & Event Manager Peg Friesen at CATT 530550-9999 or memberinfo@ca-tt.com.

THANKS TO THE MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE FOR BRINGING YOU THIS COMMITTEE INCENTIVE

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hairman Michael Ellis (Reno Truss), Vice-Chairman Ryan Swenson (Simpson Strong-Tie), John Manocchio (Waddell & Reed), Elise Fett (Elise Fett & Associates), Audrey Smith (True Green Roofing Solutions), Brian Watkins (Reno Truckee Paint Mart), Hillary Talbot (Architect Mason Kirby, Inc.), Jeff Freeman (Jeff Freeman Photography), Susan Driscoll (Aegis Insurance Markets)

Truckee Building & Safety Division News

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o begin with, it would be a shame not to talk about the great spring skiing out there. So change the color of your wax and go get some last turns of the season while it is still good.

Now that I am done with skiing, on to some exciting business.

Beginning May 9, 2016, we will offer a new program for residential projects. The program will allow projects to be construction-ready sooner and not have the back-and-forth of resubmittals. As you know, the plan review process requires a lot of steps (submittal/application > routing of plans > review of plans > plans back to permit technicians > notifying the applicant of corrections > corrections made > plans resubmitted > plans rerouted > re-reviewed for approval > re-notify the applicant that the plans are ready to be issued). You get the point?

The program will be known as “One & Done Mondays.” Any residential project is eligible when submitted. Once reviewed, that project may not be eligible based on the need for corrections. So instead of all the steps mentioned above, we will determine if the project qualifies for the program and then call the applicant. The applicant can elect to schedule an appointment on a Monday with the Building and Planning Divisions, we will green line all the comments during the appointment, and the permit will be ready to issue. This program will allow us to be far more efficient and move on to the next project sooner, rather than taking all of our notes, typing them into a comment letter, and then going through the steps I mentioned above.

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A couple of points about “One & Done Mondays” – • Mondays only.

• Appointment only on a first-come, first-served basis (this will have to coordinate with a few different staff calendars, so we ask for your understanding).

• Not all projects having corrections will qualify for the program; this will be determined by the Chief Building Official and/or Planning Manager.

• Residential projects only.

I know that we can make this program very successful, and have shovels in the ground sooner and paychecks in pockets faster. There will be a learning curve, and we will need to work together to flush out any potential issues that arise. In the end, though, we will have a great program that we have developed together.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call or stop by, as my office door is always open.

Have a great rest of the spring and go make some turns.

Johnny Goetz, Chief Building Official

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C apitol

C onnection

Q&A for Contractors

By Shauna Krause, President, Capitol Services, Inc.

6/28/13 3:30 PM

530.587.7633 office ph | 530.414.8351 cell 530.587.7633 530.587.5730 fax fax 530.587.5730 12313 Soaring Soaring Way Way Suite Suite2B 2B 12313 Truckee CA CA 96161 96161 Truckee tom@truckeeriverassociates.com robyn@truckeeriverassociates.com

TOM CONNOR WATSON ROBYN

Associates

TRUCKEE RIVER

Q: My son who has been involved in the family business for many years wants to get his contractor’s license. He’s 21 years old and he worked part time for the company from age 16–18, and then full time ever since.

Will that qualify him to sit for the General Building exam?

A: In order to qualify for a contractor’s license in California, he needs to document at least four years of full time work experience in the trade being applied for, at journeyman level or above. It is very difficult to prove full time journeyman level experience at this age, being that most individuals in their early 20’s have not been in the workforce at that level for over four years. In my opinion your son will have a better chance of qualifying if he waits another year.

Q: My husband has had a contractor’s license for over 20 years and I’d like to obtain my own license without having to take the test. Is that possible?

A: There are only a few circumstances that allow for you to waive the exams. In your case, you wouldn’t be able to obtain your own license with a waiver, but it’s possible that you may qualify for a waiver of the exams if you wanted to replace your husband as the qualifying individual on his existing contractor’s license. Contact my office and we can go over your experience to determine if you meet the requirements to request a waiver.

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hat you know and what is written in contractor rules sometimes aren’t the same thing, but not always! However, it might take an expert to know the difference. While work experience counts, rolling it over from your ‘minor’ years might be a major issue when applying for a license. The chances for a contractor’s wife to be licensed are slim, but not none…

Q: Our corporation currently has an “A” (General Engineering) license and we are in a dispute with a previous contract owner who is arguing that we should have had more than one qualifying individual (RME/RMO) on our license. According to the CSLB, only one qualifying individual is permitted for each classification that is reflected on the license. We only have the “A” class. Can you tell me where this rule/law is stated, beyond just conversation with the CSLB, so we can provide it to the opposing party? I’m hoping that it’s in print somewhere and not just an internal policy.

A: B&P Code Section 7068, which outlines the qualifications of a Responsible Managing Officer (RMO)/Responsible Managing Employee (RME), repeatedly refers to the qualifying individual, whether it be an officer, employee, member, etc. The code section always refers to the qualifying individual in the singular, not in the plural.

Q: We are going to be applying for a new contractor’s license. Does it change the process at all if we use an RMO vs. an RME? A: The application process is the same whether your qualifying individual is an RME or an RMO. The difference is the individual’s title. RMO stands for responsible managing officer, so the person would need to be an officer of the corporation. If the person is not an officer, they would be an RME, which stands for responsible managing employee. RME’s can only qualify one license at a time.

RMO’s can be on up to three licenses at a time under certain circumstances.

Contact our office if you need further clarification in making the choice.

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