from Kevin Pedrotti, Legislative Advocate, Golden State Builders Exchanges
RDA’s CLOSED
All of the state’s 400 redevelopment agencies closed their doors on February 1. This followed the state Supreme Court’s decision in December to uphold a 2011 law to abolish the economic-development program.
By David Kalb, President of Capitol Services, Inc.
Our first contractor inquiry introduces a new character in the ongoing Capitol Connection story. One of the most important people working behind the scenes at Capitol Services is stepping up front. Many contractors who have worked with our Sacramento office have gotten answers directly from Shauna Krause, my expert assistant. Now, readers of the Connection will also benefit from her knowledge, experience and outgoing personality as she tackles some of the future “Q&A” featured here…
By David Kalb, President of Capitol Services, Inc.
Abe Lincoln first wrote about fooling some of the people all the time and all the people some of the time. About the only person who can ‘fool’ you anytime is…you. When you seek out advice going to the source is the best way to learn. However, some people get ‘fooled’ by ignoring the facts to hear what they want to be true…
by Daniel Frattin, Reuben & Junius LLP
From the State Compensation Insurance Fund
Diesel Exhaust – What is it?
Diesel exhaust is composed of harmful chemicals including toxic particles and hazardous gases. Diesel engines in cars, buses, and trucks create exhaust from the combustion of diesel fuel. Some of these hazardous gases in diesel exhaust (e.g. nitrogen oxides, benzene, sulfur dioxide and formaldehyde) may cause cancer.
The Hazards
By David Kalb, President of Capitol Services, Inc.
We have been busy at Capitol Services helping contractors discover new opportunity in Nevada and Arizona, a ‘rush’ that is reflected in recent news of their leading the nation in state population growth over the last decade. Meanwhile, licensed contractors may find greater opportunity within the borders of California as government focuses on creating a ‘level’ playing field by cracking down on the unlicensed operators ‘bending’ the rules…
January 20, 2012
from Kevin Pedrotti, Legislative Advocate of the Golden State Builders Excvhanges
The second year of the two-year legislative session is ramping up. While the bill introduction deadline for 2012 is not until February 24, it is expected there will be numerous bills that will be of interest to the construction industry.