AIA/LA ADVOCACY BREAKFAST & LEGISLATIVE DAY AT CITY HALL | OCTOBER 16

Please click on image to enlarge RSVP to Will Wright will@aialosangeles.org ARCHITECTS: A CALL TO ACTION!  On Friday, October 16, 2009 members of the Los Angeles Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA/LA) will convene at Los Angeles City Hall to advocate the 2009 slate of issue briefs.  This is your chance, as an AIA member in good standing, to participate in the legislative process and actively engage with our local civic leaders and policy makers to advocate on issues of importance to the architecture and design community.   Please contact Will Wright, Director of Government and Public Affairs if you'd like to be included in the numerous meetings that are being scheduled.  Since these meetings are booked on a first to respond basis, your immediate reply is requested.   This your opportunity to meet directly with Council Members, General Managers, Legislative & Planning Deputies, the Office of the Mayor, City Planners and the Board of Public Works Commissioners - people who not only influence the quality of our public realm, but also directly influence the economic vitality of the architecture profession.   The SIX ISSUES for 2009 include: I.  Enable Alternative Project Delivery Methods and Broaden Selection Criteria for Design and Contracting Services II.  Initiate and Implement Three Architecture and Urban Design Demonstration Projects III.  Establish an Office of Architecture and Urban Design IV.  Remove Hurdles to Renewable Energy V.   Support the Revised Draft of the Cultural Heritage Ordinance VI.  Appoint More Architects to Serve on City Commissions AIA/LA Political Outreach Committee The primary goal of the AIA/LA Political Outreach Committee (POC) is to review and influence government policies and regulations pertaining to issues that impact the built and natural environments.  To help implement this goal, the POC works closely with additional AIA/LA committees, including the AIA/LA Committee on the Environment (COTE), the AIA/LA Urban Design Committee (UDC), the AIA/LA Building Performance & Regulations Committee (BPR), the AIA/LA Professional Practice Committee and the AIA/LA Historic Resources Committee (HRC).   The AIA/LA POC meets regularly on the second Tuesday of each month at the Chapter office and all AIA/LA members in good standing are welcome to attend.  By contributing pro-actively to the discussion you will help the committee develop a legislative agenda for the Chapter, which will form the thesis of our annual AIA/LA Legislative Day at City Hall. In addition to scheduling meetings with Council Members, Planning Deputies, the Mayor's Office and numerous General Managers and Directors of the vast array of City departments, the POC works closely with key staff members in the Los Angeles Department of Building & Safety, LADOT, the Planning Department, the CRA/LA, LADWP, LAWA and Bureau of Engineer/ Public Works.   The POC is co-chaired by Roger Sherman, AIA and Jim Favaro, AIA Please click on image to enlarge For additional information, please contact: Will Wright Director of Government & Public Affairs AIA Los Angeles 3780 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 800 Los Angeles, CA 90010 213.639.0777 will@aialosangeles.org

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AIA/LA presents... DAVID J. BURNEY, FAIA - Commissioner of NYC Department of Design and Construction - OCTOBER 2 (6pm)

On behalf of the AIA Los Angeles Political Outreach Committee, I cordially invite you to a reception on Friday, October 2 (6pm) at AECOM Design, which will feature a presentation by the Commissioner of the NYC Department of Design and Construction, David J. Burney, FAIA, about Mayor Bloomberg's Design and Construction Excellence (DC+E) Program. 

The AIA/LA Political Outreach Committee presents....

Mayor Bloomberg's Design and Construction Excellence (DC+E) Program

David J. Burney, FAIA

Commissioner of the NYC Department of Design and Construction

Friday, October 2, 2009 (6-8pm)

AECOM Design

515 S. Flower Street, 8th Floor

Los Angeles, CA 90071

T 213.593.8100

www.aecom.com

 

Drinks and light refreshments will be served!  Very limited capacity. No-host parking

RSVP to will@aialosangeles.org

This presentation will serve as an excellent opportunity for the Los Angeles area architecture and design community to become more familiar with Mayor Bloomberg's Design and Construction Excellence (DC+E) Program, which is led by Commissioner Burney and his staff of 1200. "D+CE enables New York City to aggressively pursue an innovative and ambitious public works program in partnership with the most creative and experienced design professionals in the world. Its strategies focus on new procurement methods, new business policies aimed at enhancing project management, developing more accurate project scheduling guidelines, tightening the budget process, and creating contemporary continuing education and evaluation standards."

AIA/LA POC co-Chairs Roger Sherman, AIA and Jim Favaro, AIA will frame the discussion with Commissioner Burney and moderate a Q&A session after the presentation.

 

The New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) builds many of the civic facilities New Yorkers use every day. As the City's primary capital construction project manager, we provide communities with new or renovated facilities such as firehouses, libraries, police precincts, courthouses and senior centers. To successfully manage this portfolio, valued at over $6 billion, we partner with other City agencies, as well as with emerging and world-renowned architects and consultants whose experience and creativity bring efficient, innovative, and environmentally-conscious design and construction strategies to the projects we build.

Our staff of almost 1200 delivers well-built roadway, sewer and water main construction projects in all five boroughs. Over the last decade, we have completed more than 500 miles of new roadway, 600 miles of water mains, 400 miles of storm and sanitary sewers, and installed more than 42,000 sidewalk pedestrian ramps – all of which are essential for a vibrant city like New York.

As leaders in design and construction, it is our responsibility to provide New Yorkers with buildings and services that are socially responsible, progressively designed and environmentally sound. To do so, we employ an array of programs and projects that actively respond to the dynamic needs of our metropolis. In particular, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg's Design and Construction Excellence program focuses on engaging firms with exceptional design expertise and implementing innovative procurement, design and construction standards. Infrastructure programs, such as Best Management Practices, enhance natural storm water drainage and underscore our efforts to respect the natural environment. Micro-tunneling projects, which use subsurface trenchless drilling technology, minimize construction inconveniences to residents and businesses.

The foundations we build support New York City's business and cultural success, and DDC will continue to provide high-quality civic services and solutions that enhance each of our community's contribution to the City's growth. To learn more about what we do, please visit our projects and publications pages. If you want to learn more about working at our agency, please visit our section on employment opportunities.

Very truly yours,

Will Wright

Director of Government & Public Affairs

American Institute of Architects/Los Angeles | 3780 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA 90010

(213) 639-0777 phone | (213) 639-0767 fax |  www.aialosangeles.org

WILL@AIALOSANGELES.ORG

AIA/LA Building Performance & Regulations Committee - UPCOMING MEETINGS

I cordially invite you to attend these upcoming programs:

AIA/LA Building Performance & Regulations Committee presents...

Services in Building Construction & Commissioning (Cx)

Thursday, October 8th (6pm)

WWCOT

3130 Wilshire Blvd., 6th Floor

Santa Monica, CA 90403

Limited Capacity.  RSVP to will@aialosangeles.org

 

This is a fast paced seminar which will introduce the concept and procedures of Building Commissioning which is a requirement for all LEED projects and has become a certification requirement in the new 2008 California Energy Standards (Title-24).

 

The presentation will provide a basic overview of the different types of commissioning and how they relate to building weather the project is a LEED project or not. Benefits and strategies of the different kinds of commissioning including possible cost savings will be presented.  Information regarding the types of MEP systems and the required member of a Commissioning Team will be discussed.

 

Continuing Education Credits (1 – AIA/CES Credit Available)

 

Speaker:

Scott Gordon, P.E., LEED AP, CxA – Director of Commissioning and Construction Services, TMAD Taylor and Gaines

AIA/LA Building Performance & Regulations Committee presents...

The Effects of the 2007 CBC on Existing Buildings

Thursday, November 12 (6pm)

WWCOT

3130 Wilshire Blvd., 6th Floor

Santa Monica, CA 90403

 

Limited Capacity.  RSVP to will@aialosangeles.org

 

The Effects of the 2007 CBC on Existing Buildings

The new 2007 CBC based on the 2006 IBC has created several issues when an existing building is altered.  Issues such as occupancy classifications, allowable areas, means of egress and accessibility must be resolved before plans can be approved.  Critical problem areas, such as common path of travel and protection of openings will be discussed. 

This session is designed to provide examples of these issues in a workshop format.  Both Paul Armstrong and Chuck Daleo have done extensive training in the new CBC and they will encourage questions that the attendees may have already experienced. 

 

Instructors:

Chuck Daleo, CBO

National consultant on Building and Fire Codes, specializing in hazardous occupancies.  Expert witness in accessibility matters.  Retired building official, college instructor and currently a lecturer for architects, developers and ICC chapters.  Author of numerous provisions of the UBC.

 

Paul Armstrong, P.E., CBO

Regional Director, Interwest Consulting Group.  Former Vice President, ICC A&E Services and ICBO Technical Services Manager.  Lecturer for ICC Chapters nationwide, and private designers and developers. Secretariat to the IRC Drafting Committee.

AIA/LA Building Performance & Regulations Committee presents...

Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)

the new wave of wall construction

Thursday, December 10 (6pm)

WWCOT

3130 Wilshire Blvd., 6th Floor

Santa Monica, CA 90403

Limited Capacity.  RSVP to will@aialosangeles.org

This fast paced seminar introduces the technology behind the ICF construction that has reached 7% market share at above grade residential wall construction in less than a decade.

The presentation will provide a basic overview of the ICF terminology and applications.  Features and benefits of the various ICF systems are detailed with focus on sustainability/green related issues. Integration with various trades (HVAC, plumbing, and electrical), as well as relationship to current building codes are discussed.

Continuing Education Credits (eg. AIA-HSW is provided).  

Speakers:

Randy H. Daniels - Regional Manager, ARXX

Attila Beres, PhD, PE - Senior Structural Engineering Consultant, CRSI

AIA/LA presents... DAVID J. BURNEY, FAIA - Commissioner of NYC Department of Design and Construction - OCTOBER 1 (6pm)

On behalf of the AIA Los Angeles Political Outreach Committee, I cordially invite you to a reception on Friday, October 2 (6pm) at AECOM Design, which will feature a presentation by the Commissioner of the NYC Department of Design and Construction, David J. Burney, FAIA, about Mayor Bloomberg's Design and Construction Excellence (DC+E) Program. 

The AIA/LA Political Outreach Committee presents....

Mayor Bloomberg's Design and Construction Excellence (DC+E) Program

David J. Burney, FAIA

Commissioner of the NYC Department of Design and Construction

Friday, October 2, 2009 (6-8pm)

AECOM Design

515 S. Flower Street, 8th Floor

Los Angeles, CA 90071

T 213.593.8100

www.aecom.com

 

Drinks and light refreshments will be served!  Very limited capacity. No-host parking

RSVP to will@aialosangeles.org

This presentation will serve as an excellent opportunity for the Los Angeles area architecture and design community to become more familiar with Mayor Bloomberg's Design and Construction Excellence (DC+E) Program, which is led by Commissioner Burney and his staff of 1200. "D+CE enables New York City to aggressively pursue an innovative and ambitious public works program in partnership with the most creative and experienced design professionals in the world. Its strategies focus on new procurement methods, new business policies aimed at enhancing project management, developing more accurate project scheduling guidelines, tightening the budget process, and creating contemporary continuing education and evaluation standards."

AIA/LA POC co-Chairs Roger Sherman, AIA and Jim Favaro, AIA will frame the discussion with Commissioner Burney and moderate a Q&A session after the presentation.

 

The New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) builds many of the civic facilities New Yorkers use every day. As the City's primary capital construction project manager, we provide communities with new or renovated facilities such as firehouses, libraries, police precincts, courthouses and senior centers. To successfully manage this portfolio, valued at over $6 billion, we partner with other City agencies, as well as with emerging and world-renowned architects and consultants whose experience and creativity bring efficient, innovative, and environmentally-conscious design and construction strategies to the projects we build.

Our staff of almost 1200 delivers well-built roadway, sewer and water main construction projects in all five boroughs. Over the last decade, we have completed more than 500 miles of new roadway, 600 miles of water mains, 400 miles of storm and sanitary sewers, and installed more than 42,000 sidewalk pedestrian ramps – all of which are essential for a vibrant city like New York.

As leaders in design and construction, it is our responsibility to provide New Yorkers with buildings and services that are socially responsible, progressively designed and environmentally sound. To do so, we employ an array of programs and projects that actively respond to the dynamic needs of our metropolis. In particular, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg's Design and Construction Excellence program focuses on engaging firms with exceptional design expertise and implementing innovative procurement, design and construction standards. Infrastructure programs, such as Best Management Practices, enhance natural storm water drainage and underscore our efforts to respect the natural environment. Micro-tunneling projects, which use subsurface trenchless drilling technology, minimize construction inconveniences to residents and businesses.

The foundations we build support New York City's business and cultural success, and DDC will continue to provide high-quality civic services and solutions that enhance each of our community's contribution to the City's growth. To learn more about what we do, please visit our projects and publications pages. If you want to learn more about working at our agency, please visit our section on employment opportunities.

Very truly yours,

Will Wright

Director of Government & Public Affairs

American Institute of Architects/Los Angeles | 3780 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA 90010

(213) 639-0777 phone | (213) 639-0767 fax |  www.aialosangeles.org

WILL@AIALOSANGELES.ORG

PARK[ing] Day LA 2009 is TOMORROW!

Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. PARK[ing] Day is on September 18th, 2009! We hope everyone is excited and planning their PARK. We sure are...and so are others!  Permit or Guerilla? Anyone involved withPARK[ing] Day LA should survey the legal landscape and be aware of the laws that govern the use of the curbside metered parking spot and be prepared to engage passers-by, motorists, members of the press, city leadership and yes, even the authorities, in a rational and respectful dialogue and explanation ofPARK[ing] Day LA What's your message? There are many important issues that intersect with our message beyond parking, parks, and public space. These include climate change, sustainable energy, restoring our water systems, native landscaping, and green building. There are also many ways a park can be used—for performances, aerobic activities, meditation, and the list goes on. Think about how you want your park to impact people and plan accordingly. The creative possibilities are endless! Have a very happy PARK[ing] Day, LA! 1. PARK[ing] Day LA is tomorrow! 2. Los Angeles community map 3. Share your 2009 photos on Flickr 4. Find us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter 1. Have a great PARK[ing] Day! We hope those of you who have parks tomorrow have a ton of fun, and enjoy spreading the message that our urban cities would benefit from more open space.  If you want to rally and particpate, you still have time! Sign yourself up for PARK[ing] Day LA, byemailing us the following information and you can still be included on our community map. You can sign up anytime leading up until PARK[ing]Day LA on September 18th! Alternately, you can go to the map to create your own link. 1. Your name and/or your organization's name 2. Your park's location and cross streets 3. The time span your plan on hosting your park 4. A link to your organization 5. A short description and/or what you plan to do while in your park (if you like) 6. A photo and/or sketch of your idea (if you like) We will use this information to add your location on the map. If you have questions about signing up, you can email us. SIGN UP 2. Los Angeles Community Map is Up-To-Date! Our map has been updated with everyone who has signed up for PARK[ing] Day LA so far. If you want to be added to the map, please send us the information as requested above. If you have questions about the map, you can email us. PARK[ing] DAY LA MAP 3. Share your PARK[ing] Day LA photos on Flickr! We would love if your group is willing to post photos you take on PARK[ing] Day LA to ourLos Angeles Group Flickr page. What would be even better is if you can post these images up the afternoon of PARK[ing] Day LA so people can see the parks as they are happening! Let us know if you have any questions about our Flickrpage.  The PARK[ing] Day LA Flickr page is also a great place to see photos from the past two years to spark ideas and see how it all goes down. 4. Find us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter! Of course PARK[ing] Day LA is on Facebook!Join the 434 other fans (to date) to keep track ofPARK[ing] Day LA in yet another way. Lots of updates to related issues, as well. Or you can follow our moves on Twitter. Follow our page for updates on this Saturday's event and information on PARK[ing] Day LA. There is alos a main PD Twitter account -http://www.twitter.com/parkingday  You're on this list because you gave your name to help kick off park(ing) day in LA Unsubscribe will@aialosangeles.org from this list. Our mailing address is: park(ing) day LA 8725 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 Add us to your address book Copyright (C) 2009 park(ing) day LA All rights reserved. Forward this email to a friend Update your profile

Park[ing] Day LA - Tomorrow!

Park[ing] Day LA update:

LIST OF PARKS:
The Park[ing] Day LA map is filling up and it looks great! Lots of exciting and creative parks and great messages! Here is the list of all the parks that you can easily print out and take with you on your Park[ing] Tour:

http://www.communitywalk.com/map/list/425036?order=0

So far, AP and ABC have indicated that they will be out with photographers and reporters so have your message ready! Watch for John Klemack from NBC. That guy is everywhere!

AFTERPARTY:
The Park[ing] Day LA Wrap Party takes place @ 7 pm in Echo Park at Echo Lake, Logan Street and Park Ave, by the picnic tables. (north side of the park) The Echo Park Film Center will be hosting a ride-in movie screening at 7:30. Bring lawn chairs, refreshments, your friends and your Park[ing] Day LA stories. We'll be screening Contested Streets, some AlleyCat shorts and a classic surprise involving Triplets.

DON'T HAVE A PARK BUT WANT TO BE INVOLVED?
Julie of the Morning Night Cafe in Silver Lake (1523 Griffith Park Blvd. - Los Angeles, CA 90026-1049 (323) 664-8811) would like to build a park for locals to hang out, play chess and enjoy refreshments but she needs some volunteers to help her build the parks. Call Julie if you are looking for a park to join.



Echo Park Time Bank would like some help with materials (astroturf) so if you have any ideas or if you can contribute, give Autumn a shout at "echo park time bank"  <echoparktimebank@gmail.com>

PHOTOS & VIDEOS:
Please send us your photos and your videos in quicktime format (.mov) so we can post them on Facebook, YouTube and so Rebar can use them as well.

Here is a great writeup on Park(ing) Day, where it originated and basic guidelines: http://newmobilityagenda.blogspot.com/2009/09/parking-day-is-september-18th-2009.html

Have fun! Don't forget to hydrate, put on sunblock and we'll see you at the Echo Park Lake for the ride-in movies!


Stephen Box
323-962-6540 office
323-864-7586 cell/text
http://twitter.com/SoapBoxLA
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SURVEY YOUR BUSINESS on FEDERAL STIMULUS

BizFed Board members, URGENT ACTION REQUIRED.

 

The one of its kind survey is being issued TODAY. All 100 of our Board member organizations and companies get to participate. Your entire membership list and contacts are eligible to take the survey.

 

PURPOSE: Poll the broad business market to get current intel to educate and influence our key lawmakers makers over the coming months to improve our short and long term economic vitality of our region

GOAL: Gather opinions from a large sampling of the broad and diverse business community

 

HOW: First take the 4-5 minute online survey yourself right now. Click here: http://employersgroup.qualtrics.com/SE?SID=SV_3PhhOMn5N2oe2Bm&SVID=Prod

 

Second and very importantly, encourage your Board to take it and as soon as possible send out an email to give all your business members the chance to weigh in. A sample email communication to your contacts is included below. Of course feel free to customize however it best serves you and your organization. Just give people the valued opportunity to participate!

 

WHEN: it is live for only 3 weeks. Today through 10/6/09 at 5pm. Urgency is critical to get a good participation.

 

Research/Polling Chair John Kelsall is going to check and report results for every one of your organizations. You'll know exactly how many businesses from your group participate. I know you all have something to say. So spread the word to take the brief survey now. Thanks!!

 

----------sample email to forward--------

 

URGENT - CALLING ALL XXXX (insert your org) Business Owners and Executives!!

 

As partners and members of LA BizFed we need your input! Join in with thousands of other business leaders and take LA County's giant Biz Poll.

 

We're grappling with the worst economic downturn in 80 years. Every day is a challenge to compete and prosper. What is most important to YOU to get your business through these times?

 

We need to let policy leaders, lawmakers, the media and others know how businesses are dealing with this crisis and what we deem vital to turning the economy around so key decisions can be made with OUR INPUT!

Please take action NOW by completing this short 4-5 minute survey. That's less time than it takes to order a coffee at Starbucks!

Click here http://employersgroup.qualtrics.com/SE?SID=SV_3PhhOMn5N2oe2Bm&SVID=Prod

Hurry, the survey in only open through 10/6/09.

Every individual business owner and leader needs their views, ideas and concerns heard. Together, the 100,000+ BizFed members we will be able to change the status quo that is obviously not working here in the Los Angeles region!

 

You will feel good being a part of the unified and very loud voice through LA BizFed to make your concerns heard and impact real CHANGE.

Please act now – our voices MATTER and we need to be HEARD.

 

Results will be released at the end of October.

 

Warmest regards,

 

Tracy

 

Tracy Rafter, CEO 

BizFed, Los Angeles County Business Federation 

818.429.0862 

tracy.rafter@earthlink.net

www.bizfed.org

Grassroots alliance of 70 top LA County business groups

Mobilizing over 100,000 business owners