Final Election Update Race Incumbent CA 7 (Sacramento) Ose (R) – Bera (D) Bera wins by 1,455 CA 16 (Fresno) Costa (D) –Tacherra (R) Costa wins by 1,334 CA 26 (Ventura) Brownley (D) –Gorrell (R) Brownley wins by 4,523 CA 52 (San Diego) Peters (D) –DeMaio (R) Peters wins by 6,080 AD 39 (San Fernando) Lopez (D) – Bocanegra (D) …
Join the PHCC of California in Maui, HI
PHCC of California is proud to extend an invitation to all PHCC Members & Staff nationwide to join us at PHCC WEST 2015: The Power of Change. Held at the beautiful Westin Resort and Spa – ON THE BEACH May 13-16, 2015 – in Maui, HI this promises to be a PHCC event that will be talked about for years to come. …
PHCC National Update by Dr. Gerry Kennedy, Executive Vice President
Congress Releases 114th Congressional Calendar. This week House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) released the 114th Congressional calendar for 2015. The calendar confirms that Congress will be in session on the dates selected for the 2015 Legislative Conference (April 22-23, 2015). PHCC National will soon provide program and registration information. We hope you will plan to attend this important event. …
PHCC National Update by Dr. Gerry Kennedy, Executive Vice President
PHCC Fights EPA Expansion of “Waters of the U.S.” On Wednesday, November 12, 2014, PHCC National joined hands with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to submit comments to the EPA requesting the withdrawal of an EPA rulemaking to expand the definition of “waters of the United States.” The comments were supported by 375 other organizations, including 50 state Chambers of …
Post-Election Report by Richard Markuson, CAPHCC Lobbyist
Election Results The big California news is that the Democrats appear to have lost their super majority in both houses. In a statewide election that leaves all statewide offices in Democrat hands, several incumbents apparently lost their seats. Several races are very close and are still being counted. The Secretary of State’s website is monitoring several razor thin races on …
Thanksgiving Blessings to our PHCC Family
To our PHCC Family: At this time of year, we give thanks for our blessings, and turn our thoughts to those we can help. We at the PHCC of California are grateful for YOU… The dedicated PHCC Board Member making a difference and guiding the direction of our association… The Contractor Member who participates in our Association with their time, …
QSC – November Toolbox Talks – Portable Fire Extinguishers
Fire extinguishers are considered first aid appliances. Operators must be trained in their classification and use. When a fire is first detected, THINK SAFETY FIRST! Sound the alarm Immediately contact the local Fire Department by dialing 911 if possible. Provide any and all information requested. Classification of types of fires and types of portable fire extinguishers: Class A fires involve …
A Mechanic’s Lien Can Be Extinguished Following A Transfer By Deed In Lieu of Foreclosure
By Bruce D. Rudman Abdulaziz, Grossbart & Rudman This case highlights the crafty actions of a lender which successfully thwarted a Mechanic’s Lien claimant from collecting. AZWellesley Plaza, LLC (“Wellesley”) purchased property and secured a loan with Prudential Mortgage Capital Company, LLC (“Prudential”) in February of 2008. In August 2008, Wellesley contracted with Decon Group, Inc. (“Decon”) to perform …
CAPHCC Website is Now Mobile Optimized!
So many of us PHCC Professionals are ‘on-the-go’, and don’t have time to read blog posts or e-newsletters while sitting at our desks… (we’re working, right?) Take advantage of PHCC of California’s technology and pull us up on your smartphone! Long line at the grocery store? Open our website and read our latest blog post. Waiting at the doctor’s office? Check …
News from PHCC National: PHCC Supports Withdrawal of “Waters of the U.S.” Proposal
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (November 12, 2014) – The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) today joined with 375 trade associations and chambers from 50 states to voice strong concerns with a rule proposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to dramatically expand the scope of federal authority over water and land uses across the …