SOLAR POWER FOR CALIFORNIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

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1 June 2013 Newsletter Life As I Find It: (Page 2) Project of the Year Award Winner s List: (Page 3) Golf Tournament Award List & Photos: (Page 4) Employment Opportunities: (Page 8) 2013 Executive Board and Committee Chair Directories: (Page 9) Professional Directory: (Page 10) Mark your Calendars! Chapter Lunch Meetings in 2013 will be held on the following days: September 11 November 13 SOLAR POWER FOR CALIFORNIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES Presenter: Overview: Location: Mark Weeks, URS Corporation Solar power is the conversion of sunlight into electricity or useful thermal energy. Implementation of solar power has been growing tremendously in recent years due largely to technological developments and cost reductions in manufacturing and installation. Other drivers have also contributed to growth in solar power, such as financial incentives and requirements for electric utilities to procure specific amounts of eligible renewable energy generation. With the changing landscape of energy markets and various pathways to onsite self-generation, several local government agencies throughout California have elected to develop solar power projects to meet local energy needs. Come to the APWA Meeting to learn more about opportunities in the dynamic solar industry. Discussion topics will cover technical, economic, and permitting aspects of solar power. We will hear a presentation from Mark Weeks of URS Corporation. He specializes in Alternative Energy and has recently completed an Alternative Energy Feasibility Study for the City of Santa Maria. Goleta City Hall 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B Goleta, California Date: July 17, 2013 Time: Dues: $25 RSVP: 12:00 PM JULY 2013 PROGRAM

2 Summer may mean vacation and relaxation to most folks, but for those in Public Works it is Go Time. For most agencies, districts and municipalities, the fiscal year starts July 1st. That means many have just completed the budget processes no small matter. For, for those on an annual budget cycle versus the 2 or 3-year budget cycle, the next year s budget starts in two weeks. But I digress. After the 3-month-long wrestling match and fending off raids on the precious monies scavenged, scrimped, saved and stashed, budgets are approved and we are ready to go. And while many Californians are settling back into BBQs and beaching; for us, it is more like being part of a Jack Russell Terrier race at the fair. You know, the race where the dogs are whipped into a fury, released from a box they bolt down a 50-yard hay-lined race course and the first dog to squirm through the hole in the wall wins. In other words: thirty projects to complete and resources for two. This condition is further exacerbated by the fact that half the staff is off on summer vacation. So, whatever resources we had are now cut in half or by a third. Wait there is more good news! Summer is also the best time of year for construction. Since project managers are watching their projects go through construction, no one is available to move the new design projects forward. Mainly because they are working nights and weekends to keep last year s designs on construction schedule to get them finished before winter. For projects here on the Coast, add 30,000 confused-buthappy tourists to the mix of demands on the systems and psyche! Speaking of demands on systems, summer is the season for water demand spikes. These spikes provide us with realtime feedback as to whether that ductile iron main replacement was put off one year too many. Last, but not completely least, with 50% of normal rainfall, many are beginning to ponder deeper about conservation and sustainability of supply and looking at every inch of landscape as a gaping maw into which our precious resources will disappear. So, while the rest of world is waking up at 9:00 a.m. and planning for beer and cocktails at 3:00 p.m., folks in public works are in our busiest time of year. I don t think the world appreciates us enough. Have a good summer!

3 P a g e 3 C a l i f o r n i a C e n t r a l C o a s t C h a p t e r A P W A J u n e N e w s 2013 PROJECT OF THE YEAR AWARDS Project of the Year - Environment Projects Less than $5 million City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department El Estero Wastewater Treatment Plant Headworks Screening Replacement Project Project of the Year - Structures Less than $5 million Honorable Mention City of Lompoc Dick Dewees Senior Community Center Project of the Year - Structures less than $5 million City of Santa Maria Fire Stations No. 3 and No.5 Project of the Year - Transportation Projects $5-25 million County of San Luis Obispo Willow Road - Highway 101 Interchange Project Project of the Year - Transportation Projects less than $5 million Honorable Mention City of Lompoc U Street Pedestrian Bridge Project of the Year - Transportation Projects less than $5 million City of Goleta Los Carneros - Calle Real Roundabout 2013 APWA Central Coast Section Overall Project of the Year City of Paso Robles Charolais Corridor Multi-use Trail and Restoration Project

4 P a g e 4 C a l i f o r n i a C e n t r a l C o a s t C h a p t e r A P W A J u n e N e w s 2013 Annual Golf Tournament Award List 1 st Place Gross Steve Geis, Ferguson Scott Henderson, Ferguson Greg Organ, Ferguson Greg Organ Sr., Ferguson 1 st Place Net Tom Rowe, Penfield & Smith Zach Lelevier-Joseph, Penfield & Smith Derek Rapp, Penfield & Smith Ginger Andersen, Penfield & Smith First Place Gross Ferguson Team Closest To The Pin Doug Dunham, Earth Systems Pacific Longest Drive Greg Organ, Ferguson Special Contest Hole Marshmallow Masher David Whitehead First Place Net Penfield & Smith Team

5 P a g e 5 C a l i f o r n i a C e n t r a l C o a s t C h a p t e r A P W A J u n e N e w s 2013 Annual Golf Tournament Closest to the Pin Doug Dunham, Earth Systems Pacific Longest Drive Greg Organ, Ferguson Special Contest Hole Marshmallow Masher David Whitehead, City of Santa Maria

6 P a g e 6 C a l i f o r n i a C e n t r a l C o a s t C h a p t e r A P W A J u n e N e w s 2013 Annual Golf Tournament

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8 P a g e 8 C a l i f o r n i a C e n t r a l C o a s t C h a p t e r A P W A M a y N e w s Employment Opportunities URS Central Coast URS Corporation is ranked one of Engineering News-Record s list of the Top 500 Design Firms and a leading provider of planning, design, systems engineering and integration, technology development, program and construction management, and operations and maintenance services to federal, state and local government agencies in the U.S., Fortune 500 corporations worldwide and government clients in Europe and Asia/Pacific. JUNIOR CIVIL ENGINEER (IE79880) The URS Santa Maria Office is looking for a bright motivated entry level engineer to assist the department with engineering tasks in a variety of civil engineering disciplines including grading and drainage plans, drainage calculations, utility plans, site plans, SWPPP s, road way design and other civil related tasks. An important role of this position is to assist multiple project managers with map production and data management. This includes using ArcGIS and Trimble hardware and software to download and upload field data into GPS units. GIS SPECIALIST (IE80214) The GIS Specialist will be a part of a team that supports production of reports, maps, figures and other project deliverables. Tasks associated with this position include: Maintenance and creation of GIS data and associated attribute databases; spatial analysis, cartographic output and user support to clients and other staff members such as biologists, archaeologists, engineers, hydrologists, geologists. The position requires some AutoCAD experience to support engineers in drafting tasks and simple map creation. This position is highly technical in nature and requires a candidate with existing knowledge and skills in order to perform tasks efficiently. The candidate must be proficient in ArcGIS 10.1 and ArcPAD software, extensions and tools (Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst, Map Book, Model Builder, etc.). Must be knowledgeable in data collection using Trimble and Garmin GPS units. The candidate must also be able to upload and download data to GPS units for field operations. The candidate will also have some experience in AutoCAD Map or Civil 3D v2008 or later. The candidate must be able to create and edit simple figures and maps using AutoCAD. Candidate will also work with engineers to create and make minor edits to engineering drawings. Penfield & Smith Engineers Penfield & Smith Engineers, Inc. (P&S) is an employee-owned company that has been providing exceptional services to both public and private clients throughout the Central Coast and Southern California for over six decades. The firm s roots go back to 1946, when Penfield & Smith was established in Santa Barbara and where our Corporate Headquarters is still located. We also have regional offices in Lancaster, Camarillo, and Santa Maria. ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER Overview: Our Santa Maria office is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to fill an Associate Civil Engineer position. The position focuses on residential, commercial, and institutional land development projects, and also includes some public agency project support. Relevant experience includes site planning, grading and drainage design, public and private roadway design, and the design of water distribution and sewer collection systems. Typical Responsibilities Preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates Preparation of calculations, technical studies, and reports Establish and monitor work progress in relation to project budgets and schedules Participate in Quality Control and Quality Assurance (QA/QC) Program Coordinate and interact with public agency personnel, clients, and other consultants Assist with and/or prepare proposals Work within a team and communicate effectively with P&S staff Coordinate with and train subordinate design staff Required Skills & Experience B.S. in Civil Engineering 3-5 years experience in civil engineering, including private and public projects Licensed California Professional Engineer Apply online at Apply online at under the Careers tab. Enter the requisition number in parentheses above for more details. URS Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly supports diversity in our workforce. M/F/V/D. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.

9 P a g e 9 C a l i f o r n i a C e n t r a l C o a s t C h a p t e r A P W A M a y N e w s Executive Board 2013 President Mr. Mike Cannon Work: (805) Cannon Corporation Fax: (805) Southwood Drive mikec@cannoncorp.us San Luis Obispo, CA President-Elect Mr. Steve Kahn Work: (805) Utilities Engineer Fax: (805) City of Santa Maria skahn@ci.santa-maria.ca.us 2065 E. Main Street Santa Maria, CA Past President Mr. Michael W. Luther Work: (805) Senior Civil Engineer Fax: (805) City of Lompoc Cell: (805) Civic Center Plz m_luther@ci.lompoc.ca.us Lompoc, CA Treasurer Rosalyn Piza Work: (805) County of San Luis Obispo rpiza@co.slo.ca.us County Government Center Fax: (805) Room 207 San Luis Obispo, CA Secretary Mr. David M. Athey Work: (805) Public Works Director dathey@atascadero.org City of Atascadero 6907 El Camino Real Atascadero, CA Delegate Mr. Don Spagnolo Work: (805) Transportation Programs Mgr dspagnolo@co.slo.ca.us County of San Luis Obispo 1050 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA Committee Chairs 2013 Chair, Golf Tournament Committee / Webmaster Ms. Kelly Druse Work: (805) Project Engineer Fax: (805) Rick Engineering kdruse@rickengineering.com 711 Tank Farm Road, Suite 110 San Luis Obispo, CA Chair, Awards Committee Mr. Stephen A. Orosz Work: (805) President Fax: (805) Orosz Engineering Group, Inc. Cell: (805) PO Box 1262 (mail) steve@oegsite.com 3395 Sagunto Street (street) Santa Ynez, CA Chair, Membership Committee Mr. Ken Pruett Work: (805) Sr. Program Manager ken.pruett@arcadis-us.com ARCADIS U.S., Inc. Highway 1 North San Luis Obispo, CA Chair, Education & Training Committee Mr. Mike Cannon Work: (805) Cannon Fax: (805) Southwood Drive mikec@cannoncorp.us San Luis Obispo, CA Newsletter Editor Ms. Aimee Snyder Work: (805) Ext. 100 Marketing Coordinator Fax: (805) Penfield & Smith als@penfieldsmith.com 210 E. Enos Drive, Suite A Santa Maria, CA Historian Mr. Marshall Pihl Work: (805) Cannon Corporation Fax: (805) Southwood Drive marshallp@cannoncorp.us San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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