CENTRAL FLORIDA MAF
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
September 21, 2011
CALL TO ORDER
The September meeting was held at Dubsdred Country Club in Orlando. Past Chair Jay Snyder called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Jay reminded everyone of the Anti-Trust Compliance Policy being in effect. Copies of the policy were available at the sign in table and are always available on the website. Reading of the policy was waived by a motion put forth by Mike Brown with the second by Bill Parson. Motion was passed by vote. Fifteen (15) members were in attendance. Introductions were made by participants.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Secretary Terri Brown emailed the minutes of the July 20, 2011 and the special meeting held on August 11, 2011 meetings. Bill Parson put forth a motion to waive reading of minutes and approve as written. Roger Paul gave second. Motion passed by vote.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Treasurer Andrew Ryan was unable to attend tonight’s meeting. Terri Brown gave the Treasurer’s Report. There is $8,303.31 in both accounts. Our CD is at approx. $21,881. We have not been reimbursed by the State for the monies pledged and paid by credit card for the offset of the expense of our apprentices attending the State Convention. Andrew will follow up with Sandy this week. Wally Dayem made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s report with a second by Mary Jane Mueller.
PROMASONRY COMMITTEE
We discussed Life Cycle Costing for various wall systems. OCPS has asked us for this info for the Florida Market. Bill Parsons will research the expense of this endeavor to see if it is feasible for our Chapter to pay for it.
APPRENTICEHIP REPORT
Apprentices are back in school. Jobs are in short supply. MJ is trying to work with Jennifer @ Harper Sewell to try to get a work force together for them. The Zoo project came up in the summer when school was out so MJ will get back in touch with them to see if we can help them now. Discussion ensued regarding Habitat for Humanity projects.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Nothing reported.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
No new members to report.
AWARDS REPORT
Nothing reported.
BRICK REPORT
Lots of brick produced waiting to be ordered.
BLOCK REPORT
Don Zuhr reported good supply on hand would like some orders.
FASTEST TROWEL REPORT
Nothing reported.
GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT
Frank Cox spoke to Lisa Pelham, Tampa Chapter Chair to see if they would like to combine our efforts and split the profits for apprenticeship funds. She is agreeable to talk further about it. Maybe plan for a spring golf tournament.
STATE TRUSTEE REPORT
Check Off Program for the State of Florida is moving forward. Jay extended his thanks to all who joined the effort to contact State Representatives and Senators. We do have sponsors, Senator Mike Bennett and Representative Matt Caldwell to help us get this program approved by the legislation. The act is in drafting right now. November 15 & 16 the Tallahassee Fly In event is scheduled to shake hands and talk up the act with as many legislators as possible. This year the State Legislation will meet in January of 2012 to go through May of 2012. They are concerned about redistricting. Our group believes it is auspicious for us to get our Check Off Program approved.
OLD BUSINESS
Jay brought up the meeting schedule for this year, our next meeting is November 16th and our Christmas Party is tentatively scheduled for December 7th. Please mark your calendars. Bring a friend because we have to pay for twenty (20) people every meeting due to our contract with Dubsdread.
NEW BUSINESS
Bryan Fulcher is our new Chapter Chair. He was unable to attend tonight’s meeting due to a death in the family. Bryan does have programs lined up for upcoming meetings to stimulate learning and attendance.
Frank Cox has taken another position in North Carolina so this was his last meeting to attend. We will miss him and appreciate all you have done for the organization and each of us. Good luck Frank!
Bricklayer 500 is scheduled for Friday October 21, 2011 at 11 pm at Quikrete of Lakeland 4230 Maine Avenue Lakeland, FL 33801. Call Jeff Russell at 863-399-2422 with any questions. It should be lots of fun and remember last year’s winner received a brand new truck in Lakeland then went to Las Vegas and won at the World of Concrete.
PROGRAM
Our award winning apprentices were at our meeting to accept their awards and get their graduation certificates.
Charlie Darroux won 1st place 3rd year and will be competing in Destin on October 14th at the Regionals against ten (10) other state’s winners. The winner of the Regionals will advance to Las Vegas to compete at the World of Concrete. Chenet Coulanges won 2nd place 3rd year. Both gentlemen received their graduation certificates. Both of these gentlemen are employed by Rey Lorenzo at Castle Constructors. What a great pair of winners our Apprenticeship Program has helped produce. This is the second year in a row that our program has produced the 1st place 3rd year winner. Thanks for all the great work by Mary Jane Mueller and her team at Mid Florida Tech.
50/50 winner was Al Herndan for $30.00. He donated $20.00 back to the program, thank you Al.
Motion made to adjourn by Wally Dayem with 2nd from Sean Rusnak. Motion passed by vote. Our meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Monday, March 7, 2011
MAF Central Chapter Golf Tournament
$10,000 Hole in One!
April 20, 2011
11:00 AM
Click here to register: http://www.floridamasonry.com/docs/CentralGolf42011.pdf
Friday, December 3, 2010
You're Invited to the MAF Central Chapter Christmas Party
December 15, 2010
6:00 PM
RSVP here:
http://www.floridamasonry.com/docs/MAFCentralChristmasRegForm.pdf
6:00 PM
RSVP here:
http://www.floridamasonry.com/docs/MAFCentralChristmasRegForm.pdf
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Meeting Minutes 2010 July
CENTRAL FLORIDA MAF
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
July 21, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
The July meeting was held at Dubsdred Country Club in Orlando. Chairman Jay Snyder called the meeting to order at 6:15 p.m. Jay reminded everyone of the Anti-Trust Compliance Policy being in effect. Copies of the policy were available at the sign in table and are always available on the website. Reading of the policy was waived by a motion put forth by Bill Parsons with the second by Mike Brown. Motion was passed by vote. Sixteen (16) members were in attendance.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Secretary Terri Brown emailed the minutes of the May 19, 2010 meeting. These minutes were distributed on the tables tonight, and previously posted on our Chapter Blog. Keith Sommer made a motion to approve the minutes with a 2nd from Andrew Ryan. Motion was passed by vote.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Andrew Ryan gave the Treasurer’s Report. There is $15,223.04 in both accounts. Our CD is at approx. $21,633. The Golf Tournament monies have all been collected with the exception of two pledges. Bills have been mailed. We have a small problem with our account being linked to some other MAF account through Bank of America. Our account was deducted $90 to cover this other account’s overdraft. Andrew is working on getting that corrected. Mike Brown made a motion to accept treasurer’s report with a second by Bill Parsons. Motion was passed by vote.
PROMASONRY COMMITTEE
Bill Parsons is no longer our chairperson for this committee. The new chairperson is Brian Fulcher from Cemex. Brian should be attending MAF Central monthly meetings in the future so we can meet him and he can share with us what is happening on the committee. Andrew Ryan reported that at the last meeting there were not a lot of leads for the central chapter. It appears that the committee is refining the way to make calls on Architects and Engineers in regards to educating them about masonry now so that future decisions on wall types will be CMU instead of trying to convert them after decision is made. We are looking for a contact on the Orange County School Board. If you know of one please share with Andrew, Bill or Brian.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Nothing reported.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Nothing reported.
APPRENTICEHIP REPORT
Mary Jane reminded us of Apprentice Orientation date for 2010-2011 year is August 14, 2010 at 9-11:30 am at Mid-FL Tech, Room 228. A program overview will be presented. MJ will run an ad in the paper and has created a flyer for all to pass out.
AWARDS REPORT
State has 12 or 13 entries for the State Awards. Architects have entered projects in the State AIA competition in August. The AIA group is excited to have our participation. We don’t know what projects have been entered there. It will be a surprise winner.
BRICK REPORT
Bill Parsons reported plenty product available in lieu of absent brick suppliers.
BLOCK REPORT
Don Zuhr reported that there is plenty of block available.
GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT
Reminder for the last two companies to pay their pledges please.
FASTEST TROWEL REPORT
At the State competition our chapter will be represented by Pascal Robertson from Robertson Masonry and Noel Jimez from Hommes Masonry. MJ will follow up on the registration for these folks.
STATE TRUSTEE REPORT
Bill Parsons reported that combined billing will be going through this fall. He also mentioned that the State MAF will be mailing out a survey the first week in August to contractor members and non-member contractors basically asking what the contractors want from the organization. MAF wants to be responsive to the members and encourage membership by its actions.
OLD BUSINESS
Remember there is a Membership Contest going on right now ending August 30, 2010. Check it out at www.floridamasonry.com. May the best salesperson of masonry wall systems win!!!! Currently Frank is in the lead for our Chapter. Prizes will be awarded to the top recruiter plus an award to that person’s chapter.
Registration is open for the State Convention. There is link on the home page of the www.floridamasonry.com website. Convention sponsorship opportunities are available. Jay passed out a list of these opportunities. Lisa Pelham from A-1 Block is coordinating the silent auction. Please let her know of any donations you will be making or any items you would be interested in bidding on that she might be able to come up with.
NEW BUSINESS
Next meeting in August we need to discuss nominees for 2011-12 Board Members and our State Trustee. We will vote in October since we must have new board members to state by November.
Pat McLaughlin, Don Beers, Thomas Moss, Jim Painter and Jerry Painter meeting the Construction Mgrs Haskell regarding NCCER Bldg this week regarding its tilt walls design. Haskell reported turning to tilt wall during the period when masons and block were scarce. The group is trying to help Haskell realize we are here, ready and willing to work with plenty of product available. Construction Managers need to be targeted for masonry education since they influence owners on wall type choices.
Pat Walker reminded us that next month’s program will be presented by Joan Spencer, speaking to us about OSHA updates, fall protection and scaffolding.
PROGRAM
Jim Ball from Medallion spoke about retirement planning. Diversified portfolios are important. Control the lows, and the peaks will perform. Need to invest in international markets or emerging markets like India, Brazil or China. He also mentioned the available small business health care tax credit if you have less than 25 employees that average less than 50K per year compensation. Please contact him for any consultations regarding insurance your company might have. His phone # 941-486-0305 or email him at medllionfr@verizon.net.
50/50 winner was Jim Ball for $40.00. He donated the money back into the training fund. Thank you Jim.
Motion made to adjourn by Keith Sommer with 2nd from Pat Walker. Motion passed by vote. Our meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
July 21, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
The July meeting was held at Dubsdred Country Club in Orlando. Chairman Jay Snyder called the meeting to order at 6:15 p.m. Jay reminded everyone of the Anti-Trust Compliance Policy being in effect. Copies of the policy were available at the sign in table and are always available on the website. Reading of the policy was waived by a motion put forth by Bill Parsons with the second by Mike Brown. Motion was passed by vote. Sixteen (16) members were in attendance.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Secretary Terri Brown emailed the minutes of the May 19, 2010 meeting. These minutes were distributed on the tables tonight, and previously posted on our Chapter Blog. Keith Sommer made a motion to approve the minutes with a 2nd from Andrew Ryan. Motion was passed by vote.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Andrew Ryan gave the Treasurer’s Report. There is $15,223.04 in both accounts. Our CD is at approx. $21,633. The Golf Tournament monies have all been collected with the exception of two pledges. Bills have been mailed. We have a small problem with our account being linked to some other MAF account through Bank of America. Our account was deducted $90 to cover this other account’s overdraft. Andrew is working on getting that corrected. Mike Brown made a motion to accept treasurer’s report with a second by Bill Parsons. Motion was passed by vote.
PROMASONRY COMMITTEE
Bill Parsons is no longer our chairperson for this committee. The new chairperson is Brian Fulcher from Cemex. Brian should be attending MAF Central monthly meetings in the future so we can meet him and he can share with us what is happening on the committee. Andrew Ryan reported that at the last meeting there were not a lot of leads for the central chapter. It appears that the committee is refining the way to make calls on Architects and Engineers in regards to educating them about masonry now so that future decisions on wall types will be CMU instead of trying to convert them after decision is made. We are looking for a contact on the Orange County School Board. If you know of one please share with Andrew, Bill or Brian.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Nothing reported.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Nothing reported.
APPRENTICEHIP REPORT
Mary Jane reminded us of Apprentice Orientation date for 2010-2011 year is August 14, 2010 at 9-11:30 am at Mid-FL Tech, Room 228. A program overview will be presented. MJ will run an ad in the paper and has created a flyer for all to pass out.
AWARDS REPORT
State has 12 or 13 entries for the State Awards. Architects have entered projects in the State AIA competition in August. The AIA group is excited to have our participation. We don’t know what projects have been entered there. It will be a surprise winner.
BRICK REPORT
Bill Parsons reported plenty product available in lieu of absent brick suppliers.
BLOCK REPORT
Don Zuhr reported that there is plenty of block available.
GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT
Reminder for the last two companies to pay their pledges please.
FASTEST TROWEL REPORT
At the State competition our chapter will be represented by Pascal Robertson from Robertson Masonry and Noel Jimez from Hommes Masonry. MJ will follow up on the registration for these folks.
STATE TRUSTEE REPORT
Bill Parsons reported that combined billing will be going through this fall. He also mentioned that the State MAF will be mailing out a survey the first week in August to contractor members and non-member contractors basically asking what the contractors want from the organization. MAF wants to be responsive to the members and encourage membership by its actions.
OLD BUSINESS
Remember there is a Membership Contest going on right now ending August 30, 2010. Check it out at www.floridamasonry.com. May the best salesperson of masonry wall systems win!!!! Currently Frank is in the lead for our Chapter. Prizes will be awarded to the top recruiter plus an award to that person’s chapter.
Registration is open for the State Convention. There is link on the home page of the www.floridamasonry.com website. Convention sponsorship opportunities are available. Jay passed out a list of these opportunities. Lisa Pelham from A-1 Block is coordinating the silent auction. Please let her know of any donations you will be making or any items you would be interested in bidding on that she might be able to come up with.
NEW BUSINESS
Next meeting in August we need to discuss nominees for 2011-12 Board Members and our State Trustee. We will vote in October since we must have new board members to state by November.
Pat McLaughlin, Don Beers, Thomas Moss, Jim Painter and Jerry Painter meeting the Construction Mgrs Haskell regarding NCCER Bldg this week regarding its tilt walls design. Haskell reported turning to tilt wall during the period when masons and block were scarce. The group is trying to help Haskell realize we are here, ready and willing to work with plenty of product available. Construction Managers need to be targeted for masonry education since they influence owners on wall type choices.
Pat Walker reminded us that next month’s program will be presented by Joan Spencer, speaking to us about OSHA updates, fall protection and scaffolding.
PROGRAM
Jim Ball from Medallion spoke about retirement planning. Diversified portfolios are important. Control the lows, and the peaks will perform. Need to invest in international markets or emerging markets like India, Brazil or China. He also mentioned the available small business health care tax credit if you have less than 25 employees that average less than 50K per year compensation. Please contact him for any consultations regarding insurance your company might have. His phone # 941-486-0305 or email him at medllionfr@verizon.net.
50/50 winner was Jim Ball for $40.00. He donated the money back into the training fund. Thank you Jim.
Motion made to adjourn by Keith Sommer with 2nd from Pat Walker. Motion passed by vote. Our meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
Meeting Minutes 2010 May
CENTRAL FLORIDA MAF
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
May 19, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
The May meeting was held at Dubsdred Country Club in Orlando. Chairman Jay Snyder called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Jay reminded everyone of the Anti-Trust Compliance Policy being in effect. Copies of the policy were available at the sign in table and are always available on the website. Reading of the policy was waived by a motion put forth by Don Zuhr with the second by Keith Sommer. Motion was passed by vote. Nineteen (19) members were in attendance.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Secretary Terri Brown emailed the minutes of the May 19, 2010 meeting. These minutes were distributed on the tables tonight, and previously posted on our Chapter Blog. Keith Sommer made a motion to approve the minutes with the correction with a 2nd from Wally Dayem. Motion was passed by vote.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Terri Brown gave the Treasurer’s Report. There is $13,192.77 in both accounts. Our CD is at approx. $21,633.
The Golf Tournament was a success. There is $3,600 in uncollected pledges still to capture. Bills have been mailed. Net Profit was $5,169.13 once all pledges are collected. Mike Brown made a motion to accept treasurer’s report with a second by Bill Parsons. Motion was passed by vote.
PROMASONRY COMMITTEE
Bill Parsons spoke about the new jobs list. It was divided up so calls can be made. Next State Pro-Masonry meeting is June 15, 2010. Next Chapter Pro-Masonry meeting will be set up at Mid-FL Tech. Bill will notify the team of time and date.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Frank Cox and Pat McLaughlin reviewed list of potential members today. Frank will be visiting targeted prospects soon.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The Masonry Workshop for June 25 & 26, 2010 in Orlando has a few folks already signed up. Over the course of the year participation is all the courses offered has been weak. Some classes have been cancelled according to Pat McLaughlin.
APPRENTICEHIP REPORT
Mary Jane Mueller organized the Apprenticeship Committee Meeting today prior to our meeting. Accomplishments of the meeting were finishing paperwork for the 2010 plan, Apprentices announced to be sent to represent our chapter at the State Competition, and announcing the Orientation date for 2010-2011 year is August 14, 2010 at 9 am at Mid-FL Tech, Room 228.
AWARDS REPORT
New Form for submissions is available at www.floridamasonry.com. Get your entries submitted ASAP. No entries have been received yet and deadline is June 1, 2010. Pat McLaughlin says some Architects have entered projects in the State AIA completion in August. The AIA group is excited to have our participation.
BRICK REPORT
Mark Mann reported plenty product available.
BLOCK REPORT
Wally Dayem reported that there is plenty of block available.
GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT
Jay Snyder read the list of sponsors who help us make the event such a success. He also thanked Larry Beach, Frank Cox and Andrew Ryan for putting the tournament together. They did an excellent job fund raising for our apprenticeship program, especially given the current economic climate.
FASTEST TROWEL REPORT
No interest expressed in competing from our preliminary flyer polling. Discussion ensued on who will represent us. Homar Jaimes nominated one of his masons, Noel Jimez. Pascal Robertson was nominated. Bill Parsons made a motion to sponsor two (2) people, with an option for a third to represent the Central Florida Chapter. 2nd was given by Bob Anderson. Motion passed by vote.
STATE TRUSTEE REPORT
Bill Parsons had nothing to add at this time.
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
With no Fastest Trowel Competition a motion was made by Frank Cox to take June off from meeting. 2nd was given by Mark Mann. Motion passed by vote. Next meeting will be July 21, 2010 at Dubsdread Country Club with sign in beginning at 5:30 pm.
June 10, 2010 Tampa has their golf tournament for those interested in participating.
There is a Membership Contest going on right now ending August 30, 2010. Check it out at www.floridamasonry.com. May the best salesperson of masonry wall systems win!!!! Currently Frank is in the lead for our Chapter. Prizes will be awarded to the top recruiter plus an award to that person’s chapter.
Registration is open for the State Convention. There is link on the home page of the www.floridamasonry.com website.
PROGRAM
Pat McLaughlin presented us with the most updated information regarding masonry walls sales and projections for the future market predictions. Costs for steel mill products, lumber, and asphalt are all on the increase this year. Concrete costs remained level. This should help us combat some of the steel frame buildings that has been increasing.
50/50 winner was John Rehrer for $45.00.
Motion made to adjourn by Mary Jane Mueller with 2nd from Bill Parsons. Motion passed by vote. Our meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
May 19, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
The May meeting was held at Dubsdred Country Club in Orlando. Chairman Jay Snyder called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Jay reminded everyone of the Anti-Trust Compliance Policy being in effect. Copies of the policy were available at the sign in table and are always available on the website. Reading of the policy was waived by a motion put forth by Don Zuhr with the second by Keith Sommer. Motion was passed by vote. Nineteen (19) members were in attendance.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Secretary Terri Brown emailed the minutes of the May 19, 2010 meeting. These minutes were distributed on the tables tonight, and previously posted on our Chapter Blog. Keith Sommer made a motion to approve the minutes with the correction with a 2nd from Wally Dayem. Motion was passed by vote.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Terri Brown gave the Treasurer’s Report. There is $13,192.77 in both accounts. Our CD is at approx. $21,633.
The Golf Tournament was a success. There is $3,600 in uncollected pledges still to capture. Bills have been mailed. Net Profit was $5,169.13 once all pledges are collected. Mike Brown made a motion to accept treasurer’s report with a second by Bill Parsons. Motion was passed by vote.
PROMASONRY COMMITTEE
Bill Parsons spoke about the new jobs list. It was divided up so calls can be made. Next State Pro-Masonry meeting is June 15, 2010. Next Chapter Pro-Masonry meeting will be set up at Mid-FL Tech. Bill will notify the team of time and date.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Frank Cox and Pat McLaughlin reviewed list of potential members today. Frank will be visiting targeted prospects soon.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The Masonry Workshop for June 25 & 26, 2010 in Orlando has a few folks already signed up. Over the course of the year participation is all the courses offered has been weak. Some classes have been cancelled according to Pat McLaughlin.
APPRENTICEHIP REPORT
Mary Jane Mueller organized the Apprenticeship Committee Meeting today prior to our meeting. Accomplishments of the meeting were finishing paperwork for the 2010 plan, Apprentices announced to be sent to represent our chapter at the State Competition, and announcing the Orientation date for 2010-2011 year is August 14, 2010 at 9 am at Mid-FL Tech, Room 228.
AWARDS REPORT
New Form for submissions is available at www.floridamasonry.com. Get your entries submitted ASAP. No entries have been received yet and deadline is June 1, 2010. Pat McLaughlin says some Architects have entered projects in the State AIA completion in August. The AIA group is excited to have our participation.
BRICK REPORT
Mark Mann reported plenty product available.
BLOCK REPORT
Wally Dayem reported that there is plenty of block available.
GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT
Jay Snyder read the list of sponsors who help us make the event such a success. He also thanked Larry Beach, Frank Cox and Andrew Ryan for putting the tournament together. They did an excellent job fund raising for our apprenticeship program, especially given the current economic climate.
FASTEST TROWEL REPORT
No interest expressed in competing from our preliminary flyer polling. Discussion ensued on who will represent us. Homar Jaimes nominated one of his masons, Noel Jimez. Pascal Robertson was nominated. Bill Parsons made a motion to sponsor two (2) people, with an option for a third to represent the Central Florida Chapter. 2nd was given by Bob Anderson. Motion passed by vote.
STATE TRUSTEE REPORT
Bill Parsons had nothing to add at this time.
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
With no Fastest Trowel Competition a motion was made by Frank Cox to take June off from meeting. 2nd was given by Mark Mann. Motion passed by vote. Next meeting will be July 21, 2010 at Dubsdread Country Club with sign in beginning at 5:30 pm.
June 10, 2010 Tampa has their golf tournament for those interested in participating.
There is a Membership Contest going on right now ending August 30, 2010. Check it out at www.floridamasonry.com. May the best salesperson of masonry wall systems win!!!! Currently Frank is in the lead for our Chapter. Prizes will be awarded to the top recruiter plus an award to that person’s chapter.
Registration is open for the State Convention. There is link on the home page of the www.floridamasonry.com website.
PROGRAM
Pat McLaughlin presented us with the most updated information regarding masonry walls sales and projections for the future market predictions. Costs for steel mill products, lumber, and asphalt are all on the increase this year. Concrete costs remained level. This should help us combat some of the steel frame buildings that has been increasing.
50/50 winner was John Rehrer for $45.00.
Motion made to adjourn by Mary Jane Mueller with 2nd from Bill Parsons. Motion passed by vote. Our meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
March 17, 2010 Meeting Minutes
CENTRAL FLORIDA MAF
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
March 17, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
The March meeting was held at Dubsdred Country Club in Orlando. Chairman Jay Snyder called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Jay reminded everyone of the Anti-Trust Compliance Policy being in effect. Copies of the policy were available at the sign in table and are always available on the website. Reading of the policy was waived by a motion put forth by Pat Walker with the second by Keith Sommer. Motion was passed by vote. 19 members were in attendance.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Secretary Terri Brown emailed the minutes of the February 17, 2010 meeting. These minutes were distributed on the tables tonight, and previously posted on our Chapter Blog. Jay mentioned I neglected to post the new starting time of the meeting was decided to be 6 pm. Keith Sommer made a motion to approve the minutes with the correction with a 2nd from Pat Walker. Motion was passed by vote.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Andrew Ryan gave the Treasurer’s Report. There is $11,727.25 in both accounts. Our CD is at approx. $21,600.00 and will mature in three days. Andrew will check rates prior to renewal and renew for 7 months. Larry Beach made a motion to accept treasurer’s report with a second by Wally Dayem. Motion was passed by vote.
PROMASONRY COMMITTEE
Bill Parsons spoke about the new jobs list. He will be dividing it up so calls can be made. We need to get visits for Don Beers to present to set up. Next Pro-Masonry meeting is April 7, 2010 same time same place.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Frank Cox and Pat McLaughlin will be visiting potential members next week together. Make sure you welcome new members – Hommes Masonry, Just Concrete and Ambach Masonry.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The Masonry Workshop for February 19-20, 2010 in Orlando was good. Thirteen attendees reported excellent course ratings. Remember industry people need to be recertified. The next course in Orlando is in June.
APPRENTICEHIP REPORT
Mary Jane Mueller organized a Apprenticeship Committee Meeting today prior to our meeting. Some of the topics discussed were the slow state of business creates difficulty getting OJTs done for 2nd and 3rd year apprentices.
AWARDS REPORT
New Form for submissions is available at http://www.floridamasonry.com/. Get your entries submitted ASAP.
BRICK REPORT
Larry Beach reported plenty product available. Some special orders require a wait due to so many of the plants being offline.
BLOCK REPORT
Wally Dayem and Adam Freeman both reported that there is plenty of block available.
GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT
Tournament scheduled for April 21, 2010 at Forest Lakes. Larry Beach wants us to really start pushing this with our contacts as this is our major fund raising event for the apprenticeship program, we only have one month left prior to the event. Info and entry forms are posted on our Blog and will be emailed weekly to all members. We have 4 or 5 Silver sponsors already, lots of hole & beverage cart sponsors. We need GOLFERS. If anyone needs an invoice for Andrew to pay sponsor fees please email him at Aryan@castcrete.com
FASTEST TROWEL REPORT
No interest in our preliminary flyer polling for participants. Discussion held resulting in the decision to let members participate for FREE and non-members charged $100. Prizes reduced to 1st - $500, 2nd - $300 and 3rd - $200 Local Association to sponsor only member winners to attend State Convention. Non-member winners will pay their own way. Terri will redo flyer send out for approval then release to all members and post on blog.
STATE TRUSTEE REPORT
Bill Parsons no new news since there has not been a meeting. Next meeting will be 4-15-10.
OLD BUSINESS
Block Kids by NAWIC was a great success. They had 131 participants. The competition was split into two (2) parts to accommodate such a great turnout.
NEW BUSINESS
Pat McLaughlin reported today that costs for steel mill products, lumber, and asphalt were all on the increase this year. Concrete costs remained level.
Dan Zackmeister will be here in April to present Wall Bearing Block vs. Steel Frame/Studs – Cost Savings in time, labor and material. Program will be at FICAP sometime during the week of April 19-24. We will keep you posted.
Treasurer Coast Meeting Thurs 3/18/10 program speaker will be Capt Vance T. Atkins regarding licensed and unlicensed contractors.
PROGRAM
Eric Austin from Amerisure Insurance presented Accident Investigation. Remember the goal is to prevent injuries from happening. An accident provides you with an opportunity to prevent a recurrence. He gave us a great accident investigation form to help gather all the information you can. If anyone wants a copy contact Terri at terrib@southernfoaminsulation.com
50/50 winner was Don Zuhr for $35.00.
Motion made to adjourn by Bill Parsons with 2nd from Keith Sommer. Motion passed by vote. Our meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
March 17, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
The March meeting was held at Dubsdred Country Club in Orlando. Chairman Jay Snyder called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Jay reminded everyone of the Anti-Trust Compliance Policy being in effect. Copies of the policy were available at the sign in table and are always available on the website. Reading of the policy was waived by a motion put forth by Pat Walker with the second by Keith Sommer. Motion was passed by vote. 19 members were in attendance.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Secretary Terri Brown emailed the minutes of the February 17, 2010 meeting. These minutes were distributed on the tables tonight, and previously posted on our Chapter Blog. Jay mentioned I neglected to post the new starting time of the meeting was decided to be 6 pm. Keith Sommer made a motion to approve the minutes with the correction with a 2nd from Pat Walker. Motion was passed by vote.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Andrew Ryan gave the Treasurer’s Report. There is $11,727.25 in both accounts. Our CD is at approx. $21,600.00 and will mature in three days. Andrew will check rates prior to renewal and renew for 7 months. Larry Beach made a motion to accept treasurer’s report with a second by Wally Dayem. Motion was passed by vote.
PROMASONRY COMMITTEE
Bill Parsons spoke about the new jobs list. He will be dividing it up so calls can be made. We need to get visits for Don Beers to present to set up. Next Pro-Masonry meeting is April 7, 2010 same time same place.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Frank Cox and Pat McLaughlin will be visiting potential members next week together. Make sure you welcome new members – Hommes Masonry, Just Concrete and Ambach Masonry.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The Masonry Workshop for February 19-20, 2010 in Orlando was good. Thirteen attendees reported excellent course ratings. Remember industry people need to be recertified. The next course in Orlando is in June.
APPRENTICEHIP REPORT
Mary Jane Mueller organized a Apprenticeship Committee Meeting today prior to our meeting. Some of the topics discussed were the slow state of business creates difficulty getting OJTs done for 2nd and 3rd year apprentices.
AWARDS REPORT
New Form for submissions is available at http://www.floridamasonry.com/. Get your entries submitted ASAP.
BRICK REPORT
Larry Beach reported plenty product available. Some special orders require a wait due to so many of the plants being offline.
BLOCK REPORT
Wally Dayem and Adam Freeman both reported that there is plenty of block available.
GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT
Tournament scheduled for April 21, 2010 at Forest Lakes. Larry Beach wants us to really start pushing this with our contacts as this is our major fund raising event for the apprenticeship program, we only have one month left prior to the event. Info and entry forms are posted on our Blog and will be emailed weekly to all members. We have 4 or 5 Silver sponsors already, lots of hole & beverage cart sponsors. We need GOLFERS. If anyone needs an invoice for Andrew to pay sponsor fees please email him at Aryan@castcrete.com
FASTEST TROWEL REPORT
No interest in our preliminary flyer polling for participants. Discussion held resulting in the decision to let members participate for FREE and non-members charged $100. Prizes reduced to 1st - $500, 2nd - $300 and 3rd - $200 Local Association to sponsor only member winners to attend State Convention. Non-member winners will pay their own way. Terri will redo flyer send out for approval then release to all members and post on blog.
STATE TRUSTEE REPORT
Bill Parsons no new news since there has not been a meeting. Next meeting will be 4-15-10.
OLD BUSINESS
Block Kids by NAWIC was a great success. They had 131 participants. The competition was split into two (2) parts to accommodate such a great turnout.
NEW BUSINESS
Pat McLaughlin reported today that costs for steel mill products, lumber, and asphalt were all on the increase this year. Concrete costs remained level.
Dan Zackmeister will be here in April to present Wall Bearing Block vs. Steel Frame/Studs – Cost Savings in time, labor and material. Program will be at FICAP sometime during the week of April 19-24. We will keep you posted.
Treasurer Coast Meeting Thurs 3/18/10 program speaker will be Capt Vance T. Atkins regarding licensed and unlicensed contractors.
PROGRAM
Eric Austin from Amerisure Insurance presented Accident Investigation. Remember the goal is to prevent injuries from happening. An accident provides you with an opportunity to prevent a recurrence. He gave us a great accident investigation form to help gather all the information you can. If anyone wants a copy contact Terri at terrib@southernfoaminsulation.com
50/50 winner was Don Zuhr for $35.00.
Motion made to adjourn by Bill Parsons with 2nd from Keith Sommer. Motion passed by vote. Our meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
February Meeting Minutes
CENTRAL FLORIDA MAF
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
February 17, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
The January meeting was held at Dubsdred Country Club in Orlando. Chairman Jay Snyder called the meeting to order at 6:25 p.m. Jay reminded everyone of the Anti-Trust Compliance Policy being in effect. Copies of the policy were available at the sign in table and are always available on the website. Reading of the policy was waived by a motion put forth by Bill Parsons with the second by Wally Dayem. Motion was passed by vote. 16 members were in attendance.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Secretary Terri Brown emailed the minutes of the January 10, 2010 meeting. These minutes were distributed on the tables tonight, and previously posted on our Chapter Blog. Jay mentioned the date of the Golf Tournament needed to be corrected to April 21, 2010. Keith Sommers made a motion to approve the minutes with the correction with a 2nd from Pat Walker. Motion was passed by vote.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Andrew Ryan gave the Treasurer’s Report. He reminded everyone that their dues for 2010 need to be paid. We currently have 10 paid members. There is $12,146.36 in both accounts. Our CD is at approx. $21,600.00 and will renew next month. Andrew will check rates prior to renewal. Question was asked about percentage of membership this year vs. last year. Andrew will research this and report next meeting. Mary Jane Mueller made a motion to accept treasurer’s report with a second by Larry Beach. Motion was passed by vote.
PROMASONRY COMMITTEE
Bill Parsons spoke about the Pro Masonry meeting that occurred today at 5pm. The list of jobs reviewed resulted in a list of calls to be made. The committee is open to any suggestions on companies/owners/architects that we should present info to.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Joyce Rivas reported that Frank Cox and Pat McLaughlin visited and made calls last week to potential new members.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The Masonry Workshop is scheduled for February 19-20, 2010 in Orlando. There are very few opening left for this class.
APPRENTICEHIP REPORT
Mary Jane Mueller reminded us that AMS in town. They picked up some new apprentices to help on their project. BBA took an apprentice for the Water Treatment Plant project they contracted on. Bad news was that her mason tending class at the Orange County Corrections will not be happening due to budget constraints, the County did not renew their contract. Mary Jane needs a volunteer to pick up the three (3) cubes of block from the site and deliver them to Mid FL Tech.
Mid Florida Tech requires a COE report. This is very time consuming, approximately 40 hrs of work to make happen. It has to be completed every five (5) years. The results of this show we are not in compliance. This is demonstrated by our low three (3) year program graduation rate. These results require Mary Jane to complete a second report/action plan showing what plans are in place to create a larger program completion rate.
Mary Jane asked for an Apprenticeship Committee Meeting next month at 5 pm prior to our Chapter Meeting.
AWARDS REPORT
New Form for submissions is available at www.floridamasonry.com. Go to the pineapple icon for the convention info to find forms. Get your entries submitted ASAP.
BRICK REPORT
Larry Beach reported that 80% of the major brick plants are down. Inventory is plentiful.
BLOCK REPORT
Lenny Faulkner reported that there is plenty of block available.
GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT
Tournament scheduled for April 21, 2010 at Forest Lakes. Larry Beach wants us to really start pushing this with our contacts as this is our major fund raising event for the apprenticeship program. Info and entry forms should be posted on our Blog later this week.
FASTEST TROWEL REPORT
Fastest Trowel is tentatively scheduled for June. Concerns were expressed regarding cost and involvement. Terri will email out a poll to membership to ask about interest in holding contest and for nominations for contestants to compete. Wally Dayem will collect info, organize data and report next meeting so we can discuss our options.
STATE TRUSTEE REPORT
Finances are in good shape due to membership renewal according to Bill Parsons.
OLD BUSINESS
Block Kids by NAWIC happens this Saturday February 20, 2010 at Tri-City Electric. It is a competition for elementary school children, grades 1-6. See our blog for info or entry forms.
Check out our blog on the website at www.floridamasonry.com Meeting notes and announcements will be posted here regularly.
NEW BUSINESS
Jay recognized Keith Sommers for his Industry Leader of the Year Award. Keith said he appreciates all the hard work everyone did to help make his job easier last year with getting the new MAF up and running.
PROGRAM
John Lee, Sr. Project Manager for Welbro Building Corporation spoke with us about the bid process, contract documents and change orders. His program was packed with good information regarding how a general contractor looks at the information and how specific the bid forms need to be.
50/50 winner was Terri Brown for $37.00.
Motion made to adjourn by Wally Dayem with 2nd from Lenny Faulkner. Motion passed by vote. Our meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
February 17, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
The January meeting was held at Dubsdred Country Club in Orlando. Chairman Jay Snyder called the meeting to order at 6:25 p.m. Jay reminded everyone of the Anti-Trust Compliance Policy being in effect. Copies of the policy were available at the sign in table and are always available on the website. Reading of the policy was waived by a motion put forth by Bill Parsons with the second by Wally Dayem. Motion was passed by vote. 16 members were in attendance.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Secretary Terri Brown emailed the minutes of the January 10, 2010 meeting. These minutes were distributed on the tables tonight, and previously posted on our Chapter Blog. Jay mentioned the date of the Golf Tournament needed to be corrected to April 21, 2010. Keith Sommers made a motion to approve the minutes with the correction with a 2nd from Pat Walker. Motion was passed by vote.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Andrew Ryan gave the Treasurer’s Report. He reminded everyone that their dues for 2010 need to be paid. We currently have 10 paid members. There is $12,146.36 in both accounts. Our CD is at approx. $21,600.00 and will renew next month. Andrew will check rates prior to renewal. Question was asked about percentage of membership this year vs. last year. Andrew will research this and report next meeting. Mary Jane Mueller made a motion to accept treasurer’s report with a second by Larry Beach. Motion was passed by vote.
PROMASONRY COMMITTEE
Bill Parsons spoke about the Pro Masonry meeting that occurred today at 5pm. The list of jobs reviewed resulted in a list of calls to be made. The committee is open to any suggestions on companies/owners/architects that we should present info to.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Joyce Rivas reported that Frank Cox and Pat McLaughlin visited and made calls last week to potential new members.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The Masonry Workshop is scheduled for February 19-20, 2010 in Orlando. There are very few opening left for this class.
APPRENTICEHIP REPORT
Mary Jane Mueller reminded us that AMS in town. They picked up some new apprentices to help on their project. BBA took an apprentice for the Water Treatment Plant project they contracted on. Bad news was that her mason tending class at the Orange County Corrections will not be happening due to budget constraints, the County did not renew their contract. Mary Jane needs a volunteer to pick up the three (3) cubes of block from the site and deliver them to Mid FL Tech.
Mid Florida Tech requires a COE report. This is very time consuming, approximately 40 hrs of work to make happen. It has to be completed every five (5) years. The results of this show we are not in compliance. This is demonstrated by our low three (3) year program graduation rate. These results require Mary Jane to complete a second report/action plan showing what plans are in place to create a larger program completion rate.
Mary Jane asked for an Apprenticeship Committee Meeting next month at 5 pm prior to our Chapter Meeting.
AWARDS REPORT
New Form for submissions is available at www.floridamasonry.com. Go to the pineapple icon for the convention info to find forms. Get your entries submitted ASAP.
BRICK REPORT
Larry Beach reported that 80% of the major brick plants are down. Inventory is plentiful.
BLOCK REPORT
Lenny Faulkner reported that there is plenty of block available.
GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT
Tournament scheduled for April 21, 2010 at Forest Lakes. Larry Beach wants us to really start pushing this with our contacts as this is our major fund raising event for the apprenticeship program. Info and entry forms should be posted on our Blog later this week.
FASTEST TROWEL REPORT
Fastest Trowel is tentatively scheduled for June. Concerns were expressed regarding cost and involvement. Terri will email out a poll to membership to ask about interest in holding contest and for nominations for contestants to compete. Wally Dayem will collect info, organize data and report next meeting so we can discuss our options.
STATE TRUSTEE REPORT
Finances are in good shape due to membership renewal according to Bill Parsons.
OLD BUSINESS
Block Kids by NAWIC happens this Saturday February 20, 2010 at Tri-City Electric. It is a competition for elementary school children, grades 1-6. See our blog for info or entry forms.
Check out our blog on the website at www.floridamasonry.com Meeting notes and announcements will be posted here regularly.
NEW BUSINESS
Jay recognized Keith Sommers for his Industry Leader of the Year Award. Keith said he appreciates all the hard work everyone did to help make his job easier last year with getting the new MAF up and running.
PROGRAM
John Lee, Sr. Project Manager for Welbro Building Corporation spoke with us about the bid process, contract documents and change orders. His program was packed with good information regarding how a general contractor looks at the information and how specific the bid forms need to be.
50/50 winner was Terri Brown for $37.00.
Motion made to adjourn by Wally Dayem with 2nd from Lenny Faulkner. Motion passed by vote. Our meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
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