Welcome to our new CATT Membership and Event Coordinator, Fawn Usher-Mansoor. Fawn comes to us from the Silicon Valley where she was the Director of Member Services at the largest YMCA in the region. She managed programs for more than 4700 members. Fawn held that position for 4 years and now brings her expertise of communication, customer service, event planning, fundraising and marketing to CATT. Fawn will be working very closely with the Christmas Holiday Party, Golf Tournament, and Membership Committees. We are excited to have Fawn join our team! If you need to reach Fawn, call the CATT office at 530-550-9999 or email her at fawn@ca-tt.com.

CATT-A-LOG • THE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS OF CATTNOVEMBER 2012

Black CATT Halloween Ball Cover

New Employee Welcome Cover

A Note from the President 3

A Note from the Executive Director 3

CATT Calendar/Meetings 3

Fall & Winter Erosion Prevention in

Truckee 3

Classified Ads 5

Training/Education 5

Capitol Connection Q & A

Resource for Contractors 6

Special Membership Deal 7

CATT Remodel Committee 8

New Members/CATT Stats 12

CATT Worker’s Comp

Insurance& Dec. 7 Party

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Black CATT Halloween Ball– A NEW HALLOWEEN TRADITION

H angar 1 at the Truckee Tahoe Airport was rocking with dance music Octo-ber 27 as a costumed Whitney Myer

belted out the tunes in front of an assort-ment of other costumed characters looking for a good time—and they got it! Even the Tourist Club portable bar was decorated with bartenders serving in costume!

DJ Silver Boombox Thief provided music before and after the live show and the Red Truck and Tacos Jalisco supplied good eats! The raffle prizes weren’t too shabby either – a flat screen TV, Google tablet, iPhone ste-reo dock, Passport to Dining tickets, ski lift tickets, food certificates, specialty cigars, and more. Thanks to Keith Thomas with 101.5 KTKE radio for helping as announcer for the all important Costume Contest and raffle drawing.

Osama Bin Laden and Navy Seal aka Sean Barry and Audrey Smith (True Green Roofing)

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Paul Elias - Sierra Regional Rep. 530-414-6055paul@americansoil.com www.americansoil.com

2121 San Joaquin St., Richmond, CA 94804

A MEMBER OF

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A NOTE FROM THE President

I am pleased to be talking to you about your Association as we enter the holiday season. We, your officers, hope that 2012 has been a

productive year for you and your families. Speaking of the holidays, what could be better than something new and exciting?

Your Board of Directors in association with many dedicated committee members as well as professionals in the field has been preparing a comprehensive program that will save you money and maximize your spending dollar. Don’t you want to spend locally? Of

course you do...Is there strength in numbers? Of course there is…..Imagine your workers’ comp insurance being provided, managed and run locally. Imagine a self-insured group that could lower costs and improve safety, all in one fell swoop.

Would you want to be in on the ground floor of such a program? Of course you would. Now you can - by becoming a member of the Contractors Association of Truckee Tahoe Self Insured Group. Sounds great, right? It will be. Along with a variety of benefits available to you by joining CATT, being in a self-insured group can be added to its accolades. Be on the lookout for more information about this exciting program or call Pat 530-550-9999 for details. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity that lies ahead.

Merry Christmas!

Mike Pelletier A NOTE FROM THE

Executive Director

T hanks to CATT member Dr. Mark Brown (Truckee Drug, Alcohol Test-ing & Chiropractic) for providing a sample of a “Reasonable Suspicion” form to be used by employers when unusual behavior prompts a substance

abuse test. Mark said we can share the form with CATT members who may need this for a company Employee Handbook. Please contact me if you would like a copy of the form.

For more than a year, your CATT Board of Directors has been working with CATT member Larry Peyton (Tahoe Insurance Group) and ProGroup Management to collect insurance information from members to evaluate the feasibility of a Self Insured Group (SIG) for worker’s compensation insurance. Called CATT SIG, this group could offer lower rates for California-based companies as compared to State Fund and other

insurance carriers and be a tangible member benefit with a definite return on investment (offering lower rates and dividends back to you)! The CATT SIG program could also generate some income for CATT (giving us more income for all kinds of activities including events, CATTPAC, staff, building etc). CATT SIG could offer savings of 20–60% for some companies, and by being a member of the CATT SIG your dues could be paid for with your savings! Only members of CATT can be in the CATT SIG.

The preliminary work was done without a lot of fanfare. We are now launching into a very public phase of the feasibility study. You will see an email broadcast go out and may also receive a phone call about the study and survey. You will see a letter, article, Q&A, and survey form inserted into this newsletter. Members ready to fill out the survey form are encouraged to do so by the November 21 deadline. A special meeting will be held Tuesday, November 20, 4 pm, to answer member questions. Come to the November 20 meeting to find out more or call me at the CATT office 530-550-9999.

Please let me know if you have any questions about your Association.

Pat Davison

CATT BOARD MEETINGSMonday, November 5, 5:00 PMMonday, December 3, 5:00 PM

Monday, January 7, 2013 5:00 PM – this is the ANNUAL MEETING

Meeting location: CATT Office, 12313 Soaring Way, Suite 1G, TruckeeCall the office 530-550-9999 for details or to get the agenda

CATT Calendar(All meetings at the CATT office unless otherwise noted)

November 5 Board MeetingNovember 6 Election Day – VOTE!November 7 Membership Committee MeetingNovember 15 Remodeling Committee MeetingNovember 16 Voting Starts for CATT Individual Awards – CATT

websiteNovember 19 Local Government Affairs Committee Meeting November 20 Worker’s Comp Insurance MeetingNovember 21 Worker’s Comp Insurance Survey DeadlineNovember 22–23 CATT office closed for Thanksgiving Holiday November 26 Voting Ends at 5 PM for CATT Individual Awards

WHAT KIND OF MEMBER ARE YOU?Are you an active member, the kind that would be missed;

Or are you just content that your name is on the list?

Do you attend the meetings, and mingle with the flock;Or do you stay at home and criticize the knock?

Do you take an active part, to help the work along;Or are you satisfied to be the kind that just belong?

Do you ever voluntarily help at the guiding stick;Or leave the work to just a few and talk about the clique?

Come out to the meetings often and help with hand and heart;Don’t just be a member but take an active part?

Think this over members, you know right from wrong;Are you an active member or do you just belong?

—Thanks to the North State BIA for this poem

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Fall & Winter Erosion Prevention in Truckee

O ctober 15 is the excavation and grading dead-line for commercial and multifamily projects in Truckee. As of this date, grading and exca-

vation work should cease and sites should be protected against rain and snow effects with erosion prevention methods. Bare soil should be protected in accordance with an erosion prevention plan, stock-piles should be covered and runoff from all construction sites should be controlled. Exceptions to the October 15 deadline will be con-sidered on a case by case basis. Please contact Senior Engineer Mike Vaughan at 582-2923 with questions or extension requests on commercial and multifamily projects.

While Truckee allows grading and excavating on single family dwelling sites year round, the same efforts as above should be made to assure that these sites too are protected against erosion. All grading or excavation that does occur during fall and winter on single family dwelling sites needs to be done in a manner that protects against erosion.

Please note that non-wire backed silt fences are not approved in Truckee for winter use. They do not hold up to snow. They collapse. Fiber rolls or wire backed silt fences are the preferred temporary erosion prevention methods during the winter.

If you are planning to obtain a final inspection on a project during the winter or spring, you are encouraged to complete all grading and final erosion prevention and obtain a final grading inspection prior to the arrival of snow. Final grading can be done immediately after stripping foundation forms, and final erosion prevention methods can be installed anytime thereafter.

Inspectors will be assuring that all projects are protected against erosion during the fall and winter months. For details on specific erosion prevention methods, see the approved erosion prevention plan for your specific project. Additionally, the Town has general guidelines available at townoftruckee.com/building and safety/erosion prevention standards. Please contact Town of Truckee Building Official Michael Lavallee at 530-582-2905 with questions or comments regarding erosion prevention.

TAHOE TRUCKEE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Notice Inviting Qualified Contractors for the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act

Informal Bidding ProcessThe Tahoe Truckee Unified School District (“District”) invites all interested contractors to be included on the District’s List of Qualified Contractors for the 2013 calendar year.

Contractors on the list will receive a “Notice Inviting Bids” for public projects between $30,000 and $175,000 in their qualified work category.

Only qualified contractors on the list will be notified. For more information about this process, please refer to California Public Contract Code Section 22034.

All contractors interested in being added to the District’s Qualified Contractors List should complete the Informal Bidding-Contractor Application form, available through the District or CATT. Go to the District website to download the form at www.ttusd.org (on the main webpage, click on the Facilities link at the right side of the page and select the Contractor Informal Bid Application link). You can contact the CATT office 530-550-9999 or info@ca-tt.com to receive the form as well. Completed applications should be mailed, emailed, or faxed to:Becca McGoughFacilities Department-Tahoe Truckee Unified School District11603 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA 96161bmcgough@ttusd.org | Phone: 530-582-2540 | Fax: 530-587-6109

Placement on the qualified contractors list will be valid for two (2) years from the date of application, after which time the contractor will be responsible for re-submitting an updated application to the District.

Notice of Annual MeetingMonday, January 7, 2013 | 5:00 pmCATT office (12313 Soaring Way, Suite 1G, Truckee, CA 96161)

CATT Bylaws require that a meeting of the general mem-bership shall be held in January of each year. (Article 5, Section 1). This is the ANNUAL MEETING where new Board Members are installed. Also, each Committee Chair will give a report on the committee’s activities for the past year and goals for the coming year. Members are welcome to attend this meeting. Please call the CATT office 530-550-9999 for more details.

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CLASSIFIED ADSFOR SALE 800 SF white oak plank 5/8”x111/2”; S4S glue-up; Premium material – Beautiful solid floor material; $4,000; $5/SF! OBO. (105) Units 4” Thermasheath fixed to 5/8 OSB structural roof panel (nailable base roof panel) with R Value of 25.7; $7,600. Light Fixtures: Hinkley Outdoor sconces; very good condition; size: 8”high x 12 3/4” wide; qty 6 @ $90 each OBO. Uttermost Marcel Light drum 12.5” high x 16.6” diameter metal mesh shade; qty 1 @ $160 OBO. Bruck LED Sconce; Bronze finish with white opal and mesh; qty 2 @ $80 each OBO. 1x10 Rough Sawn C & better Cedar 1,500 SF; make offer for all or part. Items can be seen at 10603 East River Street in Truckee or call 530.587.4000.

FOR SALE Fully improved residential building lots on Timberline View Court/Mt. Rose Highway, Reno NV: APN 04907049 @ 7.34 acres, MLS# 120002275, $345,000 and APN 04907047 @ 1.90 acres, MLS# 120002276, currently $119,000. Seller may carry & subordinate – terms negotiable. Best views in Reno. Call or email Rick Dyess at 775.742.4609 or rick@sierraheritage.com.

FOR SALE Various items: 100 Linear feet JAX roof edge scaffold system (w/LVL planks, braces) $975. 5 pump jacks /braces $175. 3 propane mushroom heaters $50 each. 3 propane OPD tanks 30 lbs. $25 each. Rigid portable miter saw stand $75. Drill press 1/2 hp (5/8”) 64” tall $110. Fostoria portable electric job site heater 220v 10k watts $270. “Construction” door jamb protectors $5 each. Contact Bob Archer at 530.308.2366 or genbuild@sbcglobal.net.

FOR SALE Hickory Hardwood Flooring. $2.99 per sf. 5” x 1/2”, hand scraped. While supply lasts. Call Tamara at 530.272.2100.

FOR SALE Pettibone C 450 Lift with 38 ft. reach. 4WD Cummins diesel. Rebuilt boom. Excellent condition. Make Offer. Call Jim at 775.831.5624.

FOR SALE Lowest priced Lot in Big Springs $339,000. Level, all day sun, views of Northstar. Owner will carry on approved credit for 5% interest. Call, text, or email Mitch@MitchClarin.com or 530.308.9124.

FOR RENT Gradall. 45 FT reach with truss boom and 1 yard bucket. Great for backfill. For questions and rental price, please call Jude at 530.567.5150.

FOR SALE Reduced price! Glenshire Lot $48,000. .41 acres in cul-de-sac, 10319 Eton Place, Truckee. Gentle upslope, HOA pool & tennis courts. Call 530.448.9874 to discuss finance options.

FOR SALE #1 5/8” x 24” all heart Redwood taper-sawn shakes. Random width. 5 BND = SQ@10” exp. 239 BND available. $43.34 cost per BND + tax. Call Jim at Washoe Building Supply 775.691.9633.

FOR SALE Redwood siding. Square edged redwood siding available in 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, or 12” widths and lengths up to 20 feet for $7-9/board foot. This full 1” thick recycled green building material is resawn from salvaged old-growth redwood logs. Contact Pam at info@YankinsReclaimedWood.com or 530.587.3700.

FOR SALE Equipment, tools. Lawn tractor, snow blowers, generator, pressure washer, trash pump, underground line locator, tigersaw. Also hand tools of all descriptions, ladders rolling scaffold and aluminum plank. Office equipment and furniture. Any reasonable offer considered. Call Mike for details at 530.414.1446.

»Training/Education

Simpson Strong-Tie presents an informational demonstration for

CATT Members:

“Lunch and Learn about Simpson’s Moment Frame”

Thursday, November 811:30 am to 11:55 am — RegistrationNoon to 1 pm — Class Lunch is provided. Tahoe Room, Larkspur Hotel Truckee Tahoe, 11331 Brockway Road (near Mountain Home Center), Truckee

Class Credit: Students can earn 1 hour of credit (CEU or Professional Development Hour)Please RSVP to Ronda Beasley 800-999-5099 x1055 or robeasley@strongtie.com

Sierra Integrated Systems presents a FREE class for CATT Members:

“Making Home Technology Profitable in the Remodel Market”

Wednesday, November 28 Start at 8 am and runs 90 minutes. Breakfast is provided. Larkspur Hotel Truckee Tahoe, 11331 Brockway Road (near Mountain Home Center), Truckee

Credit: Participants will receive 1 Hour of credit. These programs are accredited by AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDC.

RSVP REQUIRED – Call or email Sonja at the CATT office to register 530-550-9999 or info@ca-tt.com

From SIS: Come find out what the latest trends are and how you can capitalize on Residential Home Technology. This is a non-technical class and all are welcome!

Questions about the class or Sierra Integrated Systems should be directed to Greg Haupert 775-853-4800 or gregh@ihs-sierra.com

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CAPITOL CONNECTION

Q&A Resource for ContractorsBy Shauna Krause & David Kalb, Capitol Services, Inc.

With more than 30 years assisting contractors you might think we have heard it all, but that’s not likely to happen. Our first question is a good example of why we never rest on our reputation but always look for changes in practice or interpretation of contractor’s regulation. Like France has a different word for everything, each state has it’s own rules for contracting…Q: I’ve recently read an article at your cutredtape.com website which stated in part: “…According to the Board, the practice of paying “inducements” or what are often called, ‘finder’s fees’ is apparently prevalent in several industries…The Board’s Enforcement staff held a sting operation in Riverside in March and all 9 contractors (licensed and unlicensed) who showed up to bid clearly stated that referral fees would be paid once the “homeowner” signed a contract…”

I was interested in finding out more about this as I have couple friends who are interested in having me help them find leads for construction. They have licenses but I don’t know if the above applies, as I would only be handling the leads sort of like what a national Service company does. Any information or direction that I can take to find out more would really be appreciated.A: We cannot tell you how this national “service” company handles referrals or “leads”; however, our guess is that their business model has been reviewed by the CSLB and deemed to be proper (i.e. not involving “inducements”). That said, if you enter into a home improvement contract with a homeowner that involves kickbacks or inducements with other contractors, you might be subject to a fine. If you have not already done so, I would suggest checking out the CSLB web site link on this subject (http://www.cslb.ca.gov/Newsletter/2010-Fall/page3.htm).

You also want to be careful that you’re not operating as a “home improvement

salesperson” for these contractors. If “finding these leads” involves visiting a person’s home and or negotiating the work to be performed, this could trigger the HIS rules and require you to be registered with one or more of these licensed contractors. If you have any further questions, I would suggest contacting the CSLB and asking them for a second opinion. You’ll want to tell the Board exactly what you intend on doing to gather these leads and how you will be compensated for locating them. Good luck in your endeavor.Q: You helped me get my Nevada license about a year ago. I’m not sure if you remember but I had some difficulty with the application process specifically because I was a new start-up company with little financial strength and as you know, Nevada has very strict financial requirements. I was able to get the license with a minimal bid limit, but I have had a difficult first year financially. My problem is that the Nevada Contractors Board sent me a request to review my financial information again even though I’m not up for renewal until next year. Is this normal? Will they pull my license if my financials aren’t as strong as they were a year ago when I originally applied?A: You are not alone in having difficulty with the financial requirement in Nevada, we hear from contractors every day in the same predicament! Nevada requires that all residential contractors in which the qualifying party has been a qualifier for less than two years in Nevada provide financial information on an annual basis. If your financial statement and bank forms do not support the bid limit you currently have, you have the option to lower your bid limit or possibly have a financial review hearing. The financial review hearing officer will give you some other options such as indemnification, or he/she may even just accept your information as it stands. Good luck!

While knowledge is power, knowing where to go for the answers is half the battle. Get expert assistance immediately when you call 866-443-0657, email info@cutredtape.com, or write us at Capitol Services, Inc., 1225 8th St. Ste. 580, Sacramento, CA 95814. Research past columns at www.cutredtape.com.

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SENIORS BREAKFAST NEEDS VOLUNTEERS CATT members are needed for various jobs as part of the Sierra Senior Services monthly fundraiser breakfast on Sunday, December 2, at the Truckee Senior Center by the Rodeo Grounds. Volunteer chefs will be flipping pancakes and frying eggs and volunteer servers will set the tables and bring the plates to the breakfast diners. First shift is from 7–9:30 am and the second shift is from 9 am to noon.

The breakfast is open to the public for a nominal fee. The seniors collect the fee at the door and use the money to support the “Meals on Wheels” program. Different organizations provide this help to the seniors during the year—December is CATT’s month to cook and serve.

CATT members can help in two ways: 1) volunteer for the kitchen crew (let us know what shift is best) 2) or bring your family in for breakfast

Call the CATT office (530-550-9999 or info@ca-tt.com) if you have any questions or can volunteer on Sunday, December 2. This is another way you can give back to the community and promote a positive image of the building industry. The morning flies by and it’s fun too!

SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP DEAL

New members who pre-pay their 2013 dues in 2012 will receive

the remainder of 2012 free. What a great deal! Get 14 months of member-ship for the price of 12! That means the new member will get all the benefits NOW instead of waiting for January 1, 2013. These benefits include: com-pany name displayed on the CATT website in two listings, get the exclu-sive Job To Bid notices, receive the CATT monthly newsletters and emails, vote in the Awards program, plus other services (display business cards in the office, use of the conference room, dis-counts, etc.). Tell your business asso-ciates who are not members of CATT yet—this is the time to save some money and join the only organization representing the interests of the con-struction industry in the Truckee Tahoe area. Contact Fawn at the CATT office (530-550-9999 or fawn@ca-tt.com) to get the 2013 membership application form for this special deal or download it from the CATT website (www.ca-tt.com).

14 months of membership for the price

of 12!

September 13th MixerCATT Membership Committee Members spread the word about CATT at the North Lake Tahoe Bonanza mixer September 13 in Incline Village. Committee members are (L to R): Committee Chair Gary Cross-white (Meridian Concrete), Vice Chair Michael Ellis (Reno Truss), Tillio Olcese (Olcese Construction), Ryan Swenson (Simpson Strong-Tie)

Interior Design by Julie Johnson-Holland hosted the Fall mixer again this year at the complex known as The Rock in Truckee.

Along with great food, drink, and prizes, member table displays added a new element. Thanks to the following companies for their generous support of this Mixer:

FOOD & DRINK SPONSORS• Interior Design by Julie Johnson-Holland • NSM Corporation • American Soil & Stone • RDA Architecture • 5 Star Performance Insulation •Trus Joist Engineered Wood Products

RAFFLE DONORS• Zano’s Pizzeria • American Soil and Stone• Switchback Public Relations & Marketing• Design Outdoor, Inc. • Sierra Heritage Magazine • Capital Glass, Inc.

CASH RAFFLE DONORS• Simpson Strong-Tie • 49er Electric • Reno Green Landscaping • Hood Branco Innovations, Inc. • Bedrosians Tile & Marble • BMD, Inc. • Truckee Tahoe Stone Care

September 20th Mixer at Interior Design by Julie Johnson-Holland

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What’s the CATT Remodel Committee all about?

The Remodel Committee serves as the marketing arm of CATT. Committee members solicit donations to purchase advertising with a “remodel now” theme.

Creating consumer interest in remodeling is the goal. Donors to the CATT remodel campaign can be listed in advertising as space permits, i.e. Northstar Living or Tahoe Donner News. For more information on the CATT Remodel Committee and advertising campaign, contact the CATT office 530-550-9999 or info@ca-tt.com.

Thank you to these donors for their generous support of the CATT Remodeling Campaign:

PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSOR

CATT Local Government Affairs Committee Meeting Schedule

Thanks to these wonderful CATT members for promoting CATT at the Truckee Home Show over Memorial Day Weekend. During the two days, more than 300 CATT Building & Remodeling Guides were given out as well as Job to Bid information.

CATT HOME SHOW SUPERSTARS:• Gerald Wallace/ Truckee Tahoe Stone Care• Julie Sanservino/Boulder Ridge Sash & Door• Andrew Parkhill/Parkhill Paint Decor• Greg Hines/Hines Homes• Josh Root/Root of Design Electric• Matt Dawson/Dawson Wood Interiors• Mike Rodriguez/Brite Glass

And thanks also to these CATT members who gave 20 minute educational presentations as part of the Green Building Symposium at the Home Show:• Damian Wells/California Craftsman• Paul Zarubin/Mt. Lincoln

Construction• Audrey Smith/True Green Roofing• Robert Heller/Heller Construction• Gary Talbott/5 Star Performance Insulation• Josh Root/Root of Design Electric• Charlie Riley/Truckee Sears Hometown Store

Top three reasons to attend CATT LGAC meetings:

1) Know before everyone else what’s going on with regulations and fees2) Influence the outcome of fees and regulatory matters 3) Have a competitive edge over others in the industry

All members are encouraged and welcome to attend the monthly CATT Lo-cal Government Affairs Committee meetings. Don’t be in the dark wondering what’s coming up next year with TRPA or special districts or the Town—get informed with CATT LGAC.

LGAC meetings are usually held the third Monday of every month, 4 pm, at the CATT office. Here is the schedule of Guest Speakers for the next several months:Guest Speakers at Future LGAC meetings:Nov. 19 – Newly elected reps from North Tahoe Fire or North Tahoe PUD Dec. 17 – Truckee Chief Building OfficialJan. 14 or 22 – Placer County Chief Building Official (Jan. 21 is federal holiday)Feb. 11 or 19 – Newly elected reps from North Tahoe Fire or North Tahoe PUD (Feb. 18 is federal holiday)March 18 – Truckee Chief Building OfficialApril 15 – Placer County Chief Building OfficialAND there will be a special LGAC meeting in Incline Village January or February 2013 to meet with the new Washoe County Commissioner.

Any questions, please contact CATT Executive Director Pat Davison 530-550-9999 or pat@ca-tt.com.

Clockwise: Matt Dawson (L) and Mike Rodriguez (R) working at the CATT booth. Gerald Wallace and Julie Sanservino run the CATT booth. Audrey Smith listening to a question at the Symposium.

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BIG THANKS to the Halloween Ball Sponsors:

Title Sponsors: Trex and Truckee Tahoe Lumber CompanyCostume Contest Sponsor: R-1 Snow RemovalBlack Bat Sponsors: Insulation Solutions, NV Cement, Plumas Bank, Water Septic ServicesPromotional Sponsors: Sierra Sun, Small Pond Studios, Real Graphic Source, KTKE 101.5 Radio, C Keck 4 Marketing & PromotionsStage Sponsor: Pell Plumbing & SonSecurity Sponsor: Western Nevada SupplyDecoration Sponsors: Mountain Home Center, Event Masters, and Crux EventsVenue Sponsor: Truckee Tahoe Airport DistrictInsurance Sponsor: PIA/Sierra Insurance AssociatesEntertainment Sponsor: DJ Silver Boombox Thief Raffle Prize Donors:North Tahoe Business AssociationFull Belly DeliTeichert AggregatesJL’s Smoke ShopBlue Coyote Bar & GrillW.R. GraceMountain Hardware & SportsTangled Roots WritingCloset CowgirlShag Hair StudioSugar Bowl Resort

The beneficiary of this event was CATTPAC, CATT’s Political Action Committee. CATTPAC board members Mitch Clarin, Peter Greenberger, Mike Rodarte, Kristine Beaudet, and Judy Holland gave not just hours – they gave days of their time to pull off this event. Halloween’s not for kids anymore!

Clockwise: The Whitney Myer Band; 1st Place Winner in the Cos-tume Contest Paul Combs (Mt. Lincoln Construction) and his wife Chris Hinkel; Western Nevada Supply guys served as Security (L to R: Steve Colburn, Bobby Merideth, Ted Reviglio); CATT Membership Committee Vice Chair and “Surgeon” Michael Ellis (Reno Truss) in the dance cage; CATT Administrative Assistant Sonja Davis (L) and CATT Membership & Event Coordinator Fawn Usher-Mansoor (R) all dressed up!

Black CATT Halloween BallCONTINUED FROM FRONT COVER

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CATT Stats

General Contractors 75

Sub-Contractors 93

Associates/Suppliers 63

Professionals 69

Organizations 7

Retired 1

Total 308

Welcome New Members

Aurora Marble & Tile, Inc., Nelly McCann Design Outdoor, Inc., Dmitri Pruyn Elise Fett & Associates, LTD, Elise Fett Just Imagine Marketing & Design, Kathy Hess Reno Green Landscaping, Mike Short & Kim Brown Sierra Mountain Mortgage, Bill Brown Trus Joist Engineered Wood Products, Mike Rasmussen Weyerhaeuser, Ron Scherber

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CATT’s MISSION: To promote a positive business environment for the building and housing industry and enhance opportunities for its members and the community

Address Correction Requested

12313 Soaring Way, Suite 1G Truckee, CA 96161

(Located across the street from Truckee Town Hall)

Ph: 530-550-9999 | Fx: 530-550-9998info@ca-tt.com | www.ca-tt.com

2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORSEXECUTIVE OFFICERSMike Pelletier, President

Pell Plumbing & Son Michael Forshee, Vice-President

Forshee Construction Gary Crosswhite, Secretary

Meridian Concrete, Inc. Paul Griggs, Treasurer Griggs Custom Homes

Tillio Olcese, Chairman Olcese Construction

DIRECTORSMitch Clarin, Mitchell T. Clarin

Andrew Cross, Truckee-Tahoe Lumber Co.Ken Foster, K.B Foster Civil Engineering

Doug Gadow, Gary Davis GroupBarry Lease, Incline Builders, Inc.Rich Loverde, Loverde Builders

Mike Nethersole, MD Construction & ConsultingTed Reviglio, Western Nevada Supply

Josh Root, Root of Design Electric Dennis Schlumpf, Dennis L. Schlumpf & Assoc.

STAFFPat Davison, Executive Director

Sonja Davis, Administrative Assistant/ Website Manager

Fawn Usher-Mansoor, Membership & Event Coordinator

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Find CATT OnlineScan here with your smartphoneand visit us at www.ca-tt.com