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
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. ... 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
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 ... Read More
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
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 ... Read More
This conference has been cancelled.Please contact us via email if you have any questions: socalapwa@verizon.netWe apologize for any inconvenience ... Read More
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
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 ... 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
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. ... Read More
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 ... Read More
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
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
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 ... Read More
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 - ... Read More
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
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 ... Read More
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
Designed to bring the latest developments in street maintenance and technology in a day of workshops. Technical Workshops All Day .... AND EXHIBITORS!!! Print the attached flyer for Topics and registration information.If you are interested in becoming an exhibitor - use the contact information below or contact David Stuetzel (714) 665-4518; DStuetzel@hfinc.com ... Read More
Did you know ... Administrative Professional's Day (formerly Secretary's Day) over the years, has become the largest workplace observance and is now celebrated world wide? Celebrate with APWA at their InauguralSupport Staff Appreciation LuncheonBring your support staff, invite them to attend, we'll do the rest. Lunch, gifts, and a most amazing speaker/program featuring Keynote Speaker, Sally Edwards. Sally ... Read More
WasteDischargeRequirements - Is Your City Ready?A Panel DiscussionPanelists:James Fischer, PE - Program LeadStatewide Sanitary Sewer Overflow Program (SSO)State Water Resources Control Board, Div of Water QualityKeith Lehto, Principal Civil EngineerCounty of Los Angeles, DPWWaterworks & Sewer Maintenance DivisionNick Arhontes, PEDirector of Operations & MaintenanceOrange County Sanitation DistrictYazdan Emrani, MS, PEP ... Read More
(click image for online registration)The work life of a public fleet manager is rewarding, yet extremely challenging. APWA's Public Fleet Management Workshop offers a complete overview of what it takes to manage today's complex public fleet operations. Learn how to be a better fleet manager by:• Integrating business planning principles into every facet of your operation• Communicating more effectively with both customers and employe ... Read More
Disneyland Join us for lunch and a Tour at the "...House that Walt Built.."We will meet at the TDA Building at 11:30am for registration and lunch, tour Disneyland and - maybe - ride one of their newest attractions. Park in the free guest parking (space is very limited and not guaranteed)Registration is limited to the first 60 registrants onlineDue to security and space limitations - registration m ... Read More
For Complete information regarding tickets, reservations, sponsorshipsPrint the attached flyerContact: Kathy Dancel, SA Associateskdancel@saassociates.net(626) 821-3456 ... Read More
Full day SeminarRegistration will be accepted on a first come, first served basis - limited to 40 attendees.Registration cost is $120/person through Jan 9, 2009Registration cost is $140/person after Jan 9, 2009Contact and Payment Information:APWAc/o LAE associates, Inc.atten: Ms. Sanoubar M Aghdam20709 Golden Springs Dr., Ste 104Diamnd Bar, CA 91789email: sanou@LAEassociates.comTel: 909 595 3760Fax: 909 595 9484 ... Read More
Regular Meeting (2nd Tuesday of every month from Sept through May)
of the Engineering and Technology Committee.
The Committee's focus is the annual Streets and Technology conference ... Read More
Annual Holiday Dinner&Awards PresentationPlease RSVP by 1pm, Nov 20 - full payment is required by 1pm, Nov 24.For complete information please see attached flyer. ... Read More
Honoring outstanding achievement in public works.To register - print the attachment below and mail or fax with payment to:APWA Southern California Chapter14 WestportManhattan Beach, CA 90266fax: 310 903-4908Cost luncheon: $55.00/person Vendor booths are available - cost is $100/space-table ... Read More
13th Annual APWA/MSA Golf Tournament Westridge Golf ClubShotgun Start - 7:30amBreakfast Burritos and Check in begin at 6:30amDress code is strictly enforced. No metal spiked golf shoes allowed on the course or inside.Click "More" to go to the event webpageTo register, please print flyer, mail completed flyer along with check made out to MSA. ... Read More
14th Annual APWA / High Desert Branch Golf Tournament
Proceeds donated to the Association scholarship funds
Shotgun start - Scramble Scoring
Cost: $TBA/person - includes green fee, cart, goody bag, refreshments and lunch
Attire: Dress code is enforced. No metal spiked golf shoes allowed on course or inside.
Sponsorships are available. ... Read More
Regular Meeting (2nd Tuesday of every month from Sept through May)
of the Engineering and Technology Committee.
The Committee's focus is the annual Streets and Technology conference ... Read More
When: Tuesday, November 04, 2008 12:00 PM-1:00 PM (GMT-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada).Where: Santa Clarita*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*APWA High Desert BranchGeneral Membership Meeting November 4, 2008City of Santa ClaritaSports Complex Activities Center-Room AHosted by City of Santa ClaritaCost for lunch: $10 per personGuest Speaker:Mr. Kevin Tonoian, City of Santa Clarita“Using Technology in Public Works”Mr. Kevin Tonoian currently ... Read More
Topic: TBA
Speaker: TBA
Mission Hills Country Club (note that MHCC has a strict no-denim dress code; collared shirts are also required)
(760) 883-1579
(Enter off Dinah Shore Drive – Tell the guard you are attending the APWA meeting)
COST:
$20.00 per person with reservation
$22.00 per person without reservation
RSVP:
No later than noon on ______TBA_____ to dlee@ci.palm-desert.ca.us (link below)
Pleas ... Read More
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 second 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 2. Advanced Supervision in Public Works> Labor Management Relations> Finance> Funda ... Read More
Chapter LuncheonOctober 23, 2008You are getting prepared for it - join us and ask the questions that are on your mind, hear from the authors, get informed. Get a comprehensive briefing from one/some of the authors of the 300-plus page report - which brought together a diverse collaboration of more than 300 scientists, academics, engineers, industry professionals, emergency managers and PUBLIC SERVANTS LIKE YOU....AND which formed the&n ... Read More
Regular Meeting (2nd Tuesday of every month from Sept through May)
of the Engineering and Technology Committee.
The Committee's focus is the annual Streets and Technology conference ... Read More
GREENBOOK SEMINARThis seminar is designed toPromote 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: $85/person - M ... Read More
Regular mtg of the program committee.
The committee meets the 1st Tuesday of every month - usually at TGIF - Long Beach.
Click on the link below for a map to TGIF:URL: http://tgifridays.know-where.com/tgifridays/cgi/site?01116 ... Read More