Meeting Minutes - June 3, 2009



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Minutes of June 3rd, 2009

 

CALL TO ORDER
President Darrell Mayes called the meeting of the Napa/Solano Chapter of ICC to order.  

ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS
President Darrell Mayes – present, Vice President Dan Kavarian – present,

Secretary Gary West – present, Treasurer Gene Ashdown – present.  

INTRODUCTIONS
Self introductions were made by attendees. Meeting was adjourned for dinner by President Darrell Mayes.  

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
The meeting was called to order from adjournment by President Darrell Mayes. Motion was made to approve the minutes from the May 6th, 2009, meeting as submitted. No discussion or corrections were noted. Motion was second, and approved.  

SPEAKER OF THE EVENING
Andrea Sisto from the Constructor State Contractors Board spoke to the chapter concerning their enforcement efforts. Their office is investigating fraud, implementing stings, and there are new SWIFT region boundaries established for enforcement. There is a “10 Most Wanted” list on the CSLB web site. They are requesting that building departments report complaints for unlicensed contractors, and unpermitted work by contractors include $5,000.00 fines. CSLB has a Building Department section on their web site. The underground economy with unlicensed contractors is increasing in size due to the elevated job layoffs. Please report unlicensed contractors and contractors not obtaining building permits. Also, CSLB will fine contractors for not receiving a final on permitted work. CSLB has classes on the Underground Economy for inspectors and front counter staff. http://www.cslb.ca.gov/BuildingOfficials/

ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Chapter picnic is scheduled for August 21st at Pena Adobe Park in Vacaville. The picnic is a pot luck event with the chapter buying the meat to BBQ. We need an event planner to coordinate the event and activities.  

Lagoon Valley Park
Pena Adobe Road just off of Interstate 80
The 470 acre park includes the historic Pena Adobe home, barbecue areas, horseshoe pit, multi-purpose field, bike trails, a small pond, excellent hiking, Lagoon Valley Lake for fishing and non-motorized boating. The park also features a 30,000 square foot fenced in dog park complete with trees, water and trash receptacles.  

CORRESPONDENCE
None  

INSPECTOR TIME
The subject of accessibility was questioned concerning the differences between Caltrans –v- 2007 California Building Code. The placement of the truncated domes differs on ramps at road ways between the two standards. Some jurisdictions enforce both standards; some enforce just the building code requirements.  

The question was asked how many jurisdictions are using the drowning flyer handouts. May departments have not had the time to get their city logos on the flyers and printed.  

COMMITTEE REPORT

July 28th – Training on energy and enforcement for counter tech’s, plan reviewer, and inspectors.

            August 4-5 – CASp training will be hold in woodland.

·         Building Standards  

Steve Jenson reported on the progress concerning the adoption of the 2009 Codes.  Discussions at the last Building Standards meeting included the Residential and Green Building Codes. The new Building Standards Commission fee that local jurisdiction is collecting on every permit is to be sent in quarterly.  

·         Standard Details
Dan Kavarian reported that he had not had the time to dedicate to the Standard Details. Dan asked the membership if there was anyone who could step in and dedicate the time needed for this task. No one volunteered and the membership acknowledged the time and effort Dan has been able to dedicate to this. Sorry Dan you’re hooked too deep.  

·         2011 ABM
Harvey Higgs reported that he would like to schedule a meeting to discuss some of the details of the 2011 ABM. We will need people to help and be part of the committee.  

E-mail Harvey at the City of Benicia to be part of the biggest and most exciting opportunity that has been available in Northern California in many years. This will be an unforgettable experience for everyone who can participate. The smallest contribution of time will be greatly appreciated. hhiggs@ci.benicia.ca.us

 

OLD BUSINESS  

Ø  David Cliché talked about Economic Stimulus Grants available for Building Departments and competing funds within each jurisdiction.

Ø  David Cliché commented on the option to re-organize the Green Building Committee. Steve Jenson commented that Napa is looking at creating a mandatory Code.

Ø  Napa/Solano Chapter President Darrel Mayes will be filing the chapter’s report with ICC to continue the chapter’s affiliation.

Ø  Tom Garcia brought up OSHPD-3 requirements on projects. AIACC approached CALBO about potentially allowing DSA to certify building departments to perform public school plan reviews.

Ø  CALBO has indicated that inspector certifications need to be up-dated to include California Specific code regulations by attending one of three classes offered.

Ø  Redwood Empire membership and lunch fees have increased to $65 membership and $25 lunch.  

NEW BUSINESS
None  

INDUSTRY REPRESENTATIVES

None  

NEXT MEETING

July 1st, 2009 – Paradise Valley Golf Course.  

ADJOURNMENT  

 Meeting adjourned.  

Respectfully submitted,

 

Gary J. West

Chapter Secretary


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