Summit Hits its Mark
On September 18, 2014 members and Directors of the California Sign Association met at Harvey’s in South Lake Tahoe. Just getting there proved to be an adventure with the massive King Fire raging right along Highway 50, but everyone made it safe and sound. Starting Thursday morning, the 2013-14 Board of Directors held their last scheduled meeting to discuss current and new CSA business. This was followed by a General Membership Meeting where the slate of the 2014-15 Board of Directors and Officers was introduced and approved by a unanimous vote of the membership.
The meeting was followed by a luncheon with Mark Twain, real name McAvoy Layne, as our guest speaker. Mark did a fine job of describing Lake Tahoe as he knew it in the 1860’s, a highly entertaining and engaging presentation by this iconic wit. Following lunch, Teresa Young, of Sign Biz, Inc. and founder of LobbyPOP, introduced the members to CSA’s new website, www.calsign.org
ADA Shakedown Protection
This article will bring you up to date on the most important elements of the “attorney shakedown protection” bill.
Attorney shakedown protection: Several years ago, the Legislature passed SB 1186, which prohibits pre-litigation “demands for money” by attorneys; puts into place new provisions to prevent “stacking” of multiple claims to increase statutory damages; reduces statutory damages and provides litigation protections for defendants who correct violations; and establishes priorities for the California Commission on Disabled Accessibility that promote and facilitate disability access compliance. Here are some more specifics on the main provisions of the bill:
CSA Board Meeting and Dinner Event
Second Board Meeting of the Year
11:30 – 4:30 PM CSA Second Board Meeting of the Year
No Host Cocktails: 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Dinner & Presentation: 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Are you an “Independent” Sub-Contractor?
Join CSA Legal Counsel, Jeff Aran, for a lively discussion concerning the effect of the California Supreme Court’s recent decisions regarding being an employee vs. independent contractor — as well as the effect on construction contractors. Program also includes Q&A and CSA Government Affairs Update. Bring your legal questions to this hot ticket evening . . .
Our speaker is The Sign Lawyer, Jeff Aran! Sign law expert serving the sign industry and its customers for over 20 years, providing legal and consulting services to sign users, installers and manufacturers. Based in Sacramento, Practice Areas include Zoning; Land Use; Real Estate; Constitutional Law; Employment; & Business. Admitted to the Bar in 1989 and provider of free legal counsel (up to a half hour each month) for all CSA members!
Dinner/ Networking: Cost $44
Prefer to fax or mail your registration form? Download a PDF here.
UL Seminar & Dinner Meeting
SoCal UL Seminar and Dinner Meeting + Special Presentation
UL Seminar: LED Retrofits and Dinner Meeting for members and non-members
UL Education Session: 3:30 – 5:30 PM: LED Retrofits, 2014 NEC, and UL48 requirements
Dinner & Special Presentation with Leisa Reid: 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Meet with our guest speaker from UL and learn the ins and outs of LED retrofit kits. Industry members have expressed a need for education in how to properly retrofit signs with LEDs. Additionally, learn more about how this matters with the new 2014 NEC, and UL48 requirements. UL status may not be maintained if a retrofit is not properly administered. Your CSA Education Committee has selected this topic as one of great interest to many members. Give your business the edge – then join fellow CSA members and guests for dinner and drinks. Networking at its best!
Then, meet Leisa Reid! She is a presenter with Productive Learning – a unique personal growth company. With a background in teaching, management, business ownership and executive leadership, Leisa now helps clients create and live the life they truly want! Become the best you can be and prepare for an evening of wonderful energy, fun, and inspiration!
Purchase UL Seminar only, UL Seminar Plus Dinner and Presentation, or Dinner and Presentation only.
CSA | ISA APA Conference
Planning for Sign Code Success
October 10 | $25
Workshop Highlights:
- Learn the latest technologies, controls, impacts and regulatory issues involved with on-premise signs.
- Learn about sign types and design as well as energy efficiency and types of lighting.
- Understand the importance of visible and well-designed signage on local small businesses and communities.
- Understand the technologies and the regulatory issues involved in electronic message centers.
- Develop an understanding of the legal and policy concerns involved in municipal sign ordinances, including hands-on, “real world” examples.
Location: Wyndham San Diego Bayside; 1355 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101 Phone: (619) 232-3861
Located 3 blocks from the America Plaza Trolley Station and 2 blocks from the County Center/Little Italy Station.
Registration fee includes continental breakfast, lunch and parking. Download PDF or Register Online.
6 AICP (including 1.5 Law) CM credits available for attendees.
Dynamic Signage Considerations
Certainly Dynamic Digital signage is a market that has been percolating for a while. The massive economic downturn stymied many manufacturers and audio-visual professionals: They could not find a receptive market. Today, prices have dropped dramatically and it seems nearly every business can utilize these wayfinding / advertising/ informational screens. But to serve this market, a few technicalities must be mentioned. For example, electronic waste. As you replace old display screens, California has some rules you must observe.
Fight the Underground Economy
Licensed sign companies in California are competing against unlicensed sign manufacturers and installers. The California Sign Association works with the California Contractors State License Board and other regulatory agencies to eliminate the unlicensed companies. If you are aware of illegal and unlicensed installations of signs, you can help solve the problem by notifying the Statewide Investigative Fraud Team (SWIFT) of the CSLB. If you don’t want to directly participate, CSA will accept and transmit the information on your behalf.
The best way to let CSLB know about unlicensed activity on an active job site is by completing the SWIFT Lead Referral form. Use the link below.
Top 10 Contracting Errors
10 Sign Contractor Errors that Could Land You in Jail
This is one of CSA’s most popular resource pages. The California Sign Association lawyer, Jeff Aran, receives many inquiries related to sign contracting and contractor law in California. Here are some of the most common (and surprising) errors made.
Believe it or not, each of the following actions are potentially misdemeanors under California law, which might result in a jail sentence, monetary penalties and/or disciplinary proceedings and license suspension. Continue Reading
NorCal CSA Education Event & Dinner Meeting
Join CSA members and prospective members at CSA’s Northern California dinner meeting and learn more about UL from a UL representative. Then enjoy dinner and BOCCE! UL Retrofits are a hot topic today, so you don’t want to miss this event – not to mention the food and bocce! YES! Learn to play bocce – bocce is a BLAST!
3:30 – 5:30 PM
UL Seminar ~ Meet with our guest speakers from UL and learn the ins and outs of LED retrofit kits. Industry members have expressed a need for education in how to properly retrofit signs with LEDs. Additionally, learn more about how this matters with the new 2014 NEC, and UL48 requirements. UL listing status may not be maintained if a retrofit is not properly administered.
5:30 – 6:30 PM
Dinner and Networking
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Bocce Ball!
At Campo di Bocce you get the big ball closer to the little ball. Simplicity is fundamental to bocce as the object of the game is to get as many of your teams bocce balls as close to the target ball, the pallino, as possible. Teams can be comprised from one to six people. So get ready, and observe these few simple rules:
- No high-heeled shoes. Our courts are vulnerable to tears and punctures when heels are worn. Bocce is best played in low, soft heeled shoes for your safety.
- Dress Code – All guests should wear proper attire (casual, comfortable) with proper shoes. Gentlemen – please no sleeveless shirts or tank tops.
- All members & non-members using the club facility MUST be 18 years or older or have immediate adult supervision. Supervising adult must be present on the courts with minor.
With all these to consider, don’t forget the most important rule is to HAVE FUN and PLAY BOCCE!
REGISTER FOR ONE OR BOTH EVENTS!
WSSC 2014 Sign Show
SAVE THE DATE: October 30-31, 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona
The Western States Sign Show will be held for the first time in Phoenix, Arizona and will serve as the ASA annual tabletop. Exhibitors who have participated in the ASA show in the past know that it always delivers satisfaction. The WSSC show will offer booth size spaces as well as tabletops, and the exhibit fee includes one night’s stay at the host hotel, Phoenix Airport Marriott, conveniently located just 2.5 miles from Sky Harbor Airport.
Networking events will include a cocktail reception during the trade show on Thursday and dinner with entertainment for all attendees on Thursday evening. State association board meetings and educational sessions will take place over the two days of the show but outside of exhibit hours.
This year’s theme “New Technology Shaping Signs for Tomorrow” is intended to drive strong attendance. Exhibitors will be encouraged to present products that will help grow the business of sign companies. Educational sessions will also focus on new technology. Please contact WSSC staff if you are interested in presenting an educational session.