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The Associated General Contractors of America, San Diego Chapter, Inc.
July 13, 2020 .
The VOICE of Construction
In This Issue
No Protections for Open Shop Apprentices
Highway Safety Survey Results In
AGC Blood Drive Starts TODAY
Affiliate Golf - Aug 7 - Sponsors Needed!
Prevailing Wage Specialist Course
Classes
Committee Meetings
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No Protections for Open Shop Apprentices - Tell San Diego City Council to Reject Proposed Repeal of Proposition A! Tomorrow afternoon, the San Diego City Council will consider a proposal which would overturn a popular 2012 voter approved citizens' initiative (Proposition A) that allows for fair and open competition in city construction projects. The People's Intent of Proposition A is clear: "The City should treat union and non-union Contractors equally and not give special advantages to either. All City Construction Project job opportunities should be open equally to both union and non-union workers." The proposal will open the door for Project Labor Agreements (PLA), which will shut out AGC's 246 apprentices living in the City of San Diego (68 from District 4; 58 from District 8; 49 from District 9). Apprentices from other open-shop programs, including the National Black Contractors Association, Associated Builders and Contractors, Western Electrical Contractors Association, and the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association also would be shut out of work. Over the last several weeks, AGC has offered amendments to the proposal that would allow apprentices from all federal and state approved programs to work on city projects, increase the number of core workers that can be utilized, and allow for workers to maintain their existing benefits. There has been no response to our requests, and the most recent proposal by the Building Trades shows the clear intent to fully repeal Proposition A. Call to Action The proposed ballot measure to repeal Proposition A flies in the face of the voters' intent of the Proposition A, and the nine members of the City
AGC staff welcome the following new members:
Aramexx Construction
Corbett Construction, Inc. Fastenal Company Horizon Painting
J.L. Cobb Painting & Construction Lena Construction, Inc.
Pacific Mobile
AGC's Motto: "It's Good Business to do Business
with an AGC Member."
Council must be reminded of that. We have prepared an email for you to send electronically asking them to reject the proposal, bring all stakeholders to the table, and support other efforts to include all workers and contractors that represent the entire San Diego community. It will take less than two minutes to complete.
Highway Safety Survey Results are in Mike McManus, Director of Engineering Construction & Industry Relations AGC recently conducted a survey of heavy highway firms across the country and got some startling results. The survey, conducted last month, found that a super majority of highway construction firms had at least one crash in the past year inside highway work zones they operate. We urge drivers to slow down and be aware while driving through highway work zones during their summer travels. With all the highway construction work going on in California, you can be guaranteed to run into highway construction zones all over the Golden State. According to the survey, two-thirds of the 200+ respondents reported at least one crash in the past year involving a moving vehicle at a highway work zone, and 33% reported five or more crashes. 17% of work zone crashes resulted in injury to construction workers, according to the survey. Meanwhile, drivers and passengers were injured in 44% of those crashes. Drivers and passengers are more likely to be killed in work zone crashes as well. Workers were killed in 5% of work zone crashes, while drivers or passengers were killed in 15% of those crashes. Traffic has been down due to the pandemic, but it seems to be rebounding at least here in San Diego. Coronavirus related reductions in driving appear to have improved work zone safety. 85% of respondents said changes in highway traffic levels since the coronavirus made work zones safer. But with traffic already back to 90% of pre-coronavirus levels by some estimates, those safety improvements are likely just temporary. Contractors who responded to the survey have clearly outlined additional measures that are needed to improve worker safety. Of particular concern to contractors are workers on-foot in lane closures. 24% of survey respondents say a greater police presence at work zones will improve safety. Another 18% say stricter laws against cell phone usage and distracted driving would help. 17% would like to see greater use of devices like concrete barriers to protect workers.
Here in California, state highway officials have enacted several measures in recent months in an on-going effort to improve construction worker safety. They are imposing 55 mph speed zones in many construction zones, as slower moving traffic tends to improve safety for all. Some pilot projects have a new specification requiring a buffer lane between live traffic and workers on foot inside of coned off lane closures. But the bottom line always is that the easiest way to improve work zone safety is to get motorists to slow down and pay attention. Click for the work zone survey results.
AGC BLOOD DRIVE STARTS TODAY! BLOOD SUPPLY CRITICALLY LOW...we need your help!
Monday July 13, 2020 Sherwood Mechanical - Sorrento Mesa
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 Dynalectric - Kearny Mesa
Erickson-Hall Construction - Garden Grove
Oldcastle Infrastructure - Lakeside Sundt Construction - Mission Valley
Wednesday, July 15, 2020 Erickson-Hall (via Life Stream) -
Riverside Thursday, July 16, 2020
Balfour Beatty - Scripps Ranch Mack Packaging - San Marcos
Tuesday, July 21, 2020 TC Construction - Santee
Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Acme Safety & Supply - National City
Countywide Mechanical - El Cajon Turner Construction - Rancho
Bernardo Thursday, July 23, 2020
Erickson-Hall Construction - Escondido
Swinerton - Rancho Bernardo Friday, July 24,2020
AGC San Diego - Sorrento Valley
Blood Drive Information Donors and staff are required to wear face masks or face coverings.
Temperature checks are required for staff and donors
ONLINE PLAN ROOM FREE
TRIAL Contact:
Lisa Lovelace Director of Plan Room Services
AGCSD CONSTRUCTOR RESOURCE GUIDE
VIEW ONLINE EVENTS
2020 EVENTS All events subject to change.
JULY Jul. 13-24 and July 20-24 AGC Blood Drive
AUGUST Aug. 7 Affiliate Day Golf
MEMBER DISCOUNTS
Hand sanitizers will be available Blood Mobile beds will be spaced out to follow social distancing
practices Staff will disinfect surfaces and materials after each use.
Receive a COVID-19 Antibody Test When You Donate Blood
Blood Drive Links on Website
Last year, the AGC Blood Drive collected 618 pints of blood- saving 1,854 lives - making it the 3rd largest Blood drive in San Diego County. While this year presents greater challenges to donation, the need is even more critical! Please, sign up today.
Questions.... contact AGC Staff Member Marcy Knopman at [email protected] or call at direct line (858) 731-8162.
AGC 81st Annual Affiliate Day Golf Tournament - Morning Sold Out....Afternoon Spots Still Available
Friday, August 7, 2020 at Sycuan Singing Hills Golf Resort
The AGC golf committee is busy planning for the 81st Annual Affiliate Day Golf Tournament. 220 golfers have already registered to play, even with the changes due to COVID-19 restrictions. The committee is confident that we can still put on the best golf tournament around, while also being mindful of the safety of all our members and guests. Remember the following changes:
• No shotgun start. Instead, golfers will be assigned consecutive tee-times in the order that they register. The tee times will be filled as the registrations come in.
• Golfers will be required to wear masks in the common areas, like registration, club house, and when you talk to the exhibitors. Your masks can come off when you play golf. The AGC will be providing masks/gators to all players.
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AGC's "Good Faith Report"? Contact:
Lisa Lovelace Director of Plan Room Services
JULY - OCT 2020 EDUCATION CATALOG
• There will be no dinner after golf. As an alternative, we will have a breakfast burrito/coffee/juice station for golfers in the morning group, and a lunch station for the afternoon group.
• Raffle tickets will be drawn while players are out on the course, with winning numbers posted on a board at the club house after each round.
• In addition, all players, sponsors, volunteers and committee members will be required to sign an "Assumption of Risk" form relating to COVID-19. Anyone participating in this tournament MUST sign the form before they are allowed at the event.
• The form is included in the registration information.
The deadline to register for golf is Monday, July 20. register now . Don't wait until you get the names of your foursome to register. Sponsors are still needed for the holes, contests, beverages, and raffle prizes! As you can imagine, AGC's event budget has been sorely reduced this year. Please help is out and sign up to be a sponsor today! We are extremely thankful that our "Title" Sponsors continue to support this event: Alliant Moss Adams Finch, Thornton & Baird LLP In addition, we are very thankful for the return of our other major sponsors, whose support is needed so we can continue to provide this quality event that our members come to expect: California Bank & Trust Sheldon Site Utilities Trench Shoring Company Polycomp Administrative Services West Coast Group Benefits Acme Safety & Supply Corp.
Prevailing Wage Specialist (PWS) 20 week Certificate Course - An ACCE accredited Program Starts July 30 AGC San Diego Chapter's "PREVAILING WAGE SPECIALIST" (PWS) Certification Program teaches General Contractor and Subcontractor administrative and compliance personnel (Human Resources, Payroll, Office Services Staff, etc) the what, how, and why of industry compliance standards. The new, multi-session "PREVAILING WAGE SPECIALIST" (PWS) Certification Program, developed by the AGC San Diego and Power Summit, provides prevailing wage contractors with more in-depth continuing education. Educating construction professionals and/or entry-
2020 MEMBERSHIP LISTINGS Online Form
Please notify AGC if your company has relocated, or if there are updates to your company's listing (i.e. contacts, phone/fax, job titles, CSI codes, & certified business listings). Email Marcy Knopman
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San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 558-7444
level participants with comprehensive, hands-on examination of the principles and applications of a construction office environment, including a thorough knowledge of relevant federal, state and local payroll and prevailing wage requirements, including the Davis Bacon Act. Every session in the course includes relevant hands-on exercises to reinforce the topics and concepts being taught. Everything from proper systems setup to selecting proper labor classifications, to filling out forms and entering electronic payrolls will be covered against the backdrop of legal and compliance principles. TARGET AUDIENCE: Owners, Human Resources, Payroll Personnel, Office Staff STARTS JULY 30, 2020 - REGISTER ONLINE Time: 7:30 am - 11:30 am Cost to attend: $2,495/person AGC member $2,995/person Non-member Questions regarding this program contact Glen Schaffer 858-337-4939 [email protected]
CLASSES July Classes July 20-24 OSHA 30 Hour Construction Outreach July 22-23 CQM - webinar - Deadline to register July 15th July 23 Prevailing Wage Compliance Training Webinar or Classroom July 27 Qualified Rigger and Signal Person July 27 - 29 Fall Protection 24 hour CPT of EM385-11 July 28 PE Boot Camp Webinar or Classroom July 30 Prevailing Wage Specialist August Classes August 3 Fall Protection Refresher Training Webinar August 3 Frame Scaffold CPT August 4 System Scaffold CPT August 3 - 7 EM 385-1-1 40 Hour August 5 & 12 Blueprint August 4 Stormwater Monthy Forum Webinar August 11 Construction Law Update 2020 Webinar August 11 Excel Beginner August 19 Foreman Supt. Boot Camp August 19 Excel - Intermediate August 20 PM Bootcamp August 25 Excel - Advanced August 25-28 BIM For more information on classes, contact: Becca Schaffer 858-731-8155
Register Online
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
July Meetings July 16 - 3:00 p.m. CLC Job Site Tour - AGC Lakeside (limited spots) July 22 - 4:30 p.m. Build & Serve Committee Meeting via Zoom July 23 - 8:00 a.m. - EGCC Meeting - via Go-To-Meeting July 29 - 10:00 a.m. - Airport Liaison Meeting - via Go-To-Meeting
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About Monday Morning Quarterback AGC San Diego Chapter's Monday Morning Quarterback is a "hot off the press" and to the point Monday morning briefing on the important issues facing San Diego's construction industry. It is prepared by AGC Chief Executive Officer, Eddie Sprecco, and Executive Vice President, Brad Barnum. Please contact Eddie Sprecco or Brad Barnum with your comments, or with information that should be conveyed to the industry through this service. Well over 3,000 individuals employed by AGC member firms are part of this system.
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