Annual CA Chapters Dinner (This year it is Monday night instead of Tuesday in deference to all the Red Sox and Angels' fans and the lucky !##$%$^^&* who have tickets!!!)August 16, 2010Durgin Park Restaurant (est "...Before You Were Born...")Faneuil Hall Market Place7:30 pmThe bus will leave from the Conference Center at 6:30.To RSVP - Print attached pdf below and mail along with your payment per the ... Read More

Reegular Meeting of the Chapter Board.  Please RSVP to ensure a quorum.

High Speed Rail Reaching across 800 miles, the California high-speed train system will carry residents and visitors from around the world from Southern California through the Central Valley to San Francisco at more than 200 miles an hour—safer, cleaner and more efficiently than flying or driving—creating jobs and new opportunities along the way. The system—the largest infrastructure project in the nation--will improve the moveme ... Read More

Please contact Syndi Sim to RSVP for the meeting

PR Committee Meeting - Contact Cora Jackson Fossett for conference call-in information:  Cora.Jackson@lacity.org

Regular meeting of the Mgmt Comm

Regular Meeting of the Chapter BoardNew Location - City of Santa Ana, Ross Annex, 3rd Floor

Program and Speaker TBA

Join us as we honor the 14th Annual 2010 Scholars and the Generous Sponsors who made it happen.

General Membership Meeting

Regular meeting of Program CommitteeTopics this month:  1. Dinner Dance 2010-60th Anniversary of APWA. (Ang & Shahn). 2. October Program – discuss City CIP Fair and dinner program (Brandon and Trish).3. Program sponsors. 

Regular Board Meeting APWA Coachella Valley Branch

Regular meeting of the IE Branch Board

Regular Meeting of the Chapter Board.  Please RSVP to ensure a quorum.

Joint Meeting:A Panel Presentation:   PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE Speakers:   Natalie Meeks, PE, Director of Public Works, City of Anaheim Mark Carroll, PR, City Engineer, City of Irvine Ignacio Ochoa, PE, Director of Public Works, County of Orange Moderator:  Gail Farber, PE, LA County Director of Public Works APWA will also be honoring Will Kempton, OCTA - APWA National Top Ten Public Works Leader of the Year ________ ... Read More

Regular Meeting of the Finance and Fundraising CommitteeCONFERENCE CALL-IN (FOR THOSE WHO CANNOT ATTEND IN PERSON)Call –in number: 916.558.7514PIN: 212439# 

Bi-annual meeting of the Southern California, San Diego/Imperial and Ventura Chapters

APWA Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament

Module 1 has been Rescheduled to Aug 31 - Sept 2, 2010 - Click HereMay 11 - 13, 2010 7am - 4pm PUBLIC WORKS INSTITUTE......is a 90 hour, four phase training program in Supervision and Management taught by Public Works practitioners and aimed at Public Works employees. This course is the first of the four and will be a hands-on, practical approach dealing with local real world issues facing today's Supervisors and Managers. Topics include: ... Read More

Regular Board Meeting APWA Coachella Valley Branch

SCROLL DOWN for SPEAKER NOTESWelcome to the 2010 STC Webpage!Designed to bring the latest developments in street maintenance and technology in a day of workshops. Technical Workshops All Day .... AND EXHIBITORS!!! We have many exciting tracks planned for this conference including a new Sustainability Track and a Public Works Institute track. If you are interested in becoming an exhibitor - contact David Stuetzel (714) 665-4518; DStuetzel@hfinc.com

To Register Now Click Here:www.projectpartners.com/ps/ps_reserve_a_seat.asp

General Membership Meeting, Scholarship Award and Program

Management Committee Meeting and TourApril 30, 2010Anaheim Convention Center2nd Floor - Room 202Dear Congress 2012 Committee Co-Chairs:Congratulations and thank you for joining the Management Committee as a Co-Chair of one of the many Committees needed to help bring the 2012 APWA International Congress to Anaheim. The opportunities to grow our Chapter as well as host an outstanding and memorable Congress are limitless. These are exciting times!Ou ... Read More

Regular Meeting of the Chapter Board.  Please RSVP to ensure a quorum.

Southern California is home to several cities who have developed world-class sustainability programs that turn the rest of us green with envy. But, can smaller, more conservative communities replicate these successes? Hear how one medium sized city’s Public Works Department developed a comprehensive sustainability action plan that’s kicked started a community movement without burying staff with additional work. Practical tips and reso ... Read More

Regular meeting of the HD Branch - Call in

Regular Board Meeting APWA Coachella Valley Branch

Coachella Valley Branch General Membership Meeting

Regular meeting of the board.

SEND TWO PEOPLE FOR THE PRICE OF ONE!! Register for this workshop and bring a colleague for free.To redeem this offer, you must use the downloadable PDF Registration Form (scroll down) and fax it to (816) 595-5372. Do not use the online registration process. March 29-30, 2010Two-Day WorkshopMarch 29 - 8:00 - 6:00 p.m.March 30 - 8:00 - 4:00 p.m.The Centre at Sycamore Plaza - Lakewood, CAMembers: $550.00Non Members: $650.00Regi ... Read More

Regular meeting of the Chapter Board.  Please RSVP to ensure a quorum.

The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, where the rivers of the western Sierra Nevada merge before heading into San Francisco Bay, is the hub of California's water system. About 30 percent of Southern California's water supply moves across the Delta to the aqueduct system of the State Water Project. The Delta's declining ecosystem, caused by a number of factors, has led to historic restrictions in water supply deliveries. The result is a press ... Read More

Regular Board Meeting APWA Coachella Valley Branch

Regular Meeting of the Chapter Board.  Please RSVP to ensure a quorum.

Click Here to View the Measure R powerpoint presentation by Art Leahy Many Thanks to our Program Sponsor:  RICK ENGINEERINGNote - This Feb meeting is on Wednesday.

   Click Here for Photos  Not quite yet - please check back laterThank you:PUBLIC WORKS STANDARDS, INC                                                          &nb ... Read More

email:  socalapwa@verizon.net  January 26- 28, 20108am - 5pmPUBLIC WORKS INSTITUTE......is a 90 hour, four phase training program in Supervision and Management taught by Public Works practitioners and aimed at Public Works employees. This course is the fourth of the four and will be a hands-on, practical approach dealing with local real world issues facing today's Supervisors and Managers. Topics include:Module 4. Advanced Public Wor ... Read More

Annual meeting of the Chapter Board and Committee Chairs.Chairing the meeting:  Mr George Alvarez, Incoming 2010 Chapter President

 

           Congratulations to the Best of the BEST!Click Here for a complete list of winnersThe Cities of:  MalibuDowneySanta ClaritaSanta Monica Santa Ana IrvineSan Clemente Los Angeles Brea Laguna Beach Dana Point TustinAnaheim San Juan Capistrano HesperiaLakewood  Glendale  La QuintaRancho Palos Verdes  and the  Culver City Redevelopment Agency  Orange County Transporta ... Read More

2009 Holiday Event Activities Ice Breaker Team Building Contest Raffle Prizes Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive and so much more....................... Cost:   $20 w/ RSVP $22 w/o Menu Choice: 1. The Wedge w/ Lemon Herb Chicken Breast 2. President Salad 3. Bunker Club w/ Fries 4. Grilled Steak Sandwich w/ Club Chips

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Regular Board Meeting

This seminar is designed to Promote the proper use and understanding of the Greenbook.Highlight and discuss the various general provisions, their relationship to the Public Contract Code and their implementation during contract administration.Address the use of the Greenbook as the Standard Specifications for most public works projects through proper preparation of complementary special provisions.Cost:$120/person$140/person for reservations made ... Read More

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History of Slurry Seal Speaker:  Doug Ford, President, Pavement Coating Co.

Scroll Down to Downloads to view PPt and Handouts.............and, comment about the program - we want to hear what you think.Where Will You Be in 5 Years?  10 Years?  15?  20? How Do You Plan to be Living Your Life? Have You Thought About it? Join us for a session addressing financial planning, life planning, and everything in between.  Program Sponsor:   Vendor/Exhibit Space is also Available Email Trish of Platinum PR at:  trish@platinumprsolutions.com

This conference has been cancelled.Please contact us via email if you have any questions:  socalapwa@verizon.netWe apologize for any inconvenience

14th Annual APWA/MSA Golf Tournament  2009 Honorary Tournament Chair: Gail Farber, Director of Public Works County of Los Angeles - Dept of Public Works   Westridge Golf Club - La Habra, CA Shotgun Start:  12:45pm11:45am Checkin - with Box Lunch and BeverageDress code is strictly enforced.  No metal spiked golf shoes allowed on the course or inside.  Sponsorships are still availableREGISTRATION  AND  S ... Read More

GREENBOOK SEMINAR This seminar is designed to Promote the proper use and understanding of the Greenbook. Highlight and discuss the various general provisions, their relationship to the Public Contract Code and their implementation during contract administration. Address the use of the Greenbook as the Standard Specifications for most public works projects through proper preparation of complementary special provisions. Cost:&nb ... Read More

ACPA-SW Invites you to attend.........................California Concrete Pavement Workshop 2009October 8, 2009Sacramento Convention CenterScaramento, CAFor more information go to: http://www.acpa-southwest.org/contact.htmor email: info@acpa-southwest.org

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Regular Board Meeting

Winning Grant Writing  Generating revenue for your city during tough economic times!!!  Learn how to write winning grant applications for your city in an increasingly competitive marketplace.  Learn what grants are available for your city, and how to make sure your city is awarded the money.  Experts will share with you their secrets on writing grants that get noticed, and take your questions.  Panelists:   Dale ... Read More

Membership Meeting Hosted by City of Palmdale Tuesday, September 22, 2009 – 12:00 p.m. Presentation “Palmdale Hybrid Power Plant” Presented by Tony Penna, Inland Energy, Inc.

Join the CA attendees for a fun filled evening with food and music at the annual Congress Event.  this year - in Columbus, OH.  The Venue at Smith Brothers  580 N 4th St  Columbus, OH  Tuesday, September 15, 2009  6pm - cocktail reception  7:30pm themed station dinner buffet  Click here for information, flyer and registration information

  343 n. front street - Columbus, oh 43215 614.621.9453 (p) - 614.364.7515 (f) - www.frogbearbar.com   THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY VS UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA   OSUVS USC FOOTBALL BASH   Coordinator contact information: Clyde Butch Seidle and Greg Evans                          & ... Read More

Safe Routes to School (SRTS) & Project of the Year 2009 www.projectpartners.com/ps/ps_show_event.asp  

Engineering & PoliticsWorkshops Empowering Engineer AdvocatesThe Metropolitan Los Angeles Branch (MLAB) Government Affairs Committee invites you to become involved in Legislative Activities which affect Civil Engineers every day. This all day workshop, entitled Engineers & Politics: Workshops Empowering Engineering Advocates, aims to strengthen engineers as an active player in politics. As experts on America's Infrastructure in ... Read More

LA LIVE - Tour and Lunch  August 27, 2009  Lunch:  The Farm of Beverly Hills @ LA LIVE(change in lunch location 7/29/09)  LA LIVE is home to world class dining, entertainment, sports, hotels...AND...it's right here in your backyard.  Join your APWA So Cal Chapter for lunch and a unique opportunity to tour this one of a kind entertainment campus.  Due to space limitations - only paid reservat ... Read More

Regular Board Meeting

What Makes an Award Winning Project?A panel representing some of our Chapter's Award Winners comes together to tell you - what makes an award winning project....just in time for your 2009 APWA So Cal Chapter B.E.S.T. Awards submittals...July 23, 2009The Centre @ Sycamore PlazaLakewood, CAProgram Sponsorship is available for this eventVendor/Exhibit Space is also AvailableEmail Trish of Platinum PR at:  trish@platinumprsolutions.com

  Annual BBQ Join us as we honor our 2009 Scholars and the generous Sponsors who made it happen.  We will also recognize the Greenbook and WATCH Committee members for their efforts this year. This is an All-American BBQ in beautiful, cool El Segundo.  Come early and hit a bucket of balls - on us (included in your regluar luncheon price) - OR Come really early and hit a round!   Either way - COME -

  Chapter Presentationto Site Selection CommitteeTuesday, June 16, 20092:30 pm - 4:30/5 pmAfter putting in our bid to host the 2015 National Congress...We were short-listed!On June 15 – 17, 2009, members of the APWA 2015 National Congress Site Selection Committee will arrive in So Cal to visit and review the facilities at the Anaheim Convention Center.  One component of the Site visit is the Chapter’s Presentation, at the ... Read More

Regular Board Meeting

Chapter Luncheon Sponsored by:  City Light and PowerVendor Space Available - Reserve your space when you register.If you are interested in sponsoring a luncheon - please contact our Program Chair, Trish Pietrzak, Platinum PR, at trish@platinumpr.net

Regular Meeting of BoardContact MJLull socalapwa@verizon.net

Coordination MeetingIf you need to call in, use the following conference bridge.  No pass code required.714 765-3311 

PUBLIC WORKS INSTITUTE......is a 90 hour, four phase training program in Supervision and Management taught by Public Works practitioners and aimed at Public Works employees. This course is the third of the four and will be a hands-on, practical approach dealing with local real world issues facing today's Supervisors and Managers. Topics include:Module 3. Basic Public Works Management> Management Skills and Organizational Design> Cus ... Read More

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