the speculator lunch meeting 11:30 am - 1:00...

Lunch Meeting 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

THE SPECULATOR Wednesday February 1, 2017

At

Farm Bureau Cafe Trustmark Park

Pearl, Mississippi

This month’s meeting topic is

Floodplain Design, Construction, and

Impacts on Flood Insurance Presented by

Smart Vent

In this issue: Page 2 - President’s Message Page 3 - February Program Page 4 - Product Show Seminar Page 5 - January Board Meeting Minutes Page 6 - Product Show 2017 Page 7 - Product Show Exhibitors Page 8 - Product Show Gold Sponsors Page 9 - Chapter Calendar

The Mississippi Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute

The year has started with a bang. The temperatures have ranged in one week from low teens to highs in the 70’s. This is shaping up to be an interesting, 2017. Don’t let it catch you sliding in the wrong directions. The Product Show and Seminar can help point you in the

right direction. It is a great opportunity to meet new vendors and learn what’s new, what products other areas are using, and what changes have been made. It is easy to get lost in vast information on the web. I have found it helpful to have people I can call who know their systems and can point me in the right direction. The seminar, “Building with Strength – Concrete Value and Innovations”, is also great opportunity to learn more about current practices in the concrete industry. Attend this seminar and see how you can improve your knowledge and use of concrete.

Please start promoting the Show and Seminar. We have less than a month to go and everyone you meet is potential attendee. It is very important that our Product Show is a success. This event sets the tone for how we operate the rest of the year and next. The Show is FREE. Yes, that’s right, no cost to you for a chance to learn something new and have a great lunch.

The Gulf States Region Conference is, April 20-22, in Memphis, Tennessee. This is our only

President’s Message

substantial completion; including authorized adjustments.

True or False

2. Typically, the date of contract substantial completion is established in the:

a. Instructions to bidders.

b. General conditions to the contract for construction.

c. Agreement between the owner and architect.

d. Any of the above.

e. None of the above.

January Answers: Q1- D: (Construction Contract Administration Practice Guide) Q2- D: (Construction Contract Administration Practice Guide)

Region event. The Memphis Chapter along with the GSR Board has scheduled an education packed, fun filled time for us all. I highly encourage you to attend if you have not before, especially current board members. You will have a great opportunity to network with people from across the Gulf States Region, share ideas, and further your knowledge of CSI so that you can tell someone, “WHY CSI!”

Betina Latiker, CSI, CDT

The Construction Site Investigators Test Test your knowledge

Being able to understand and interpret written construction documents is key to a successful project. By understanding the roles and relationships of all participants, CDTs help to improve communication among all members of the construction team.

1. Contract time is the period of time for the work of the construction contract from the date of commencement to the date of

Betina Latiker and Charlene Dunaway enjoying the Chattanooga Chapter 50th Anniversary Party on January 21. John Dunaway, John Murray, and Keith West also attended.


What is a Flood Vent?

Smart Vent’s line of ICC-ES Certified, Engineered Flood Vents protect houses and buildings during floods by preventing hydrostatic pressure buildup that can destroy walls and foundations. This mitigation technique, referred to as Wet Floodproofing, allows floodwater to freely flow through an enclosure such as a crawlspace or garage.

SMART VENT Advantage

Reliable, 15+ years of experience in flood

venting protection with over 80 million square foot covered.

Made in the USA out of flood resistant

stainless steel construction.

ICC-ES Certified, FEMA Accepted models

ensure approval with Code Officials, Surveyors, and the National Flood Insurance Program.

Patented internal activation float system

keep our flood vents rodent resistant.

Models for every application including

retro-fit projects.

Certified Floodplain Managers provide

industry leading service.

Our Flood Risk Evaluator (F.R.E.) division

ensures you receive proper flood insurance rating with your Smart Vent purchase.

Sponsor

Floods are the number one natural disaster in the United States. All 50 states have experienced floods or flash floods. Due to climate change and other factors, flood events are increasing in number and intensity. To protect the health, safety, and welfare of homes and their occupants during a flood event, homes must be built into compliance with local, state, and federal codes a nd regulations. This course describes floodplains and the potential hazards to buildings. The course also defines the differences between engineered and non-engineered flood openings and their ability to ensure resilient structures. This program will clarify regulations, codes, and standards

Learning Objectives:

Describe floods, floodplains, and the

potential hazards to buildings.

Explain the differences between wet

floodproofing and dry floodproofing techniques and acceptable applications.

Describe the role of flood openings in flood

events to ensure resilient structures

Identify regulations, codes, and standards

as they relate to sustaining foundations in flood hazard areas.

Analyze the role of building compliance in

securing lowering flood insurance rates and what mitigation solutions are available.

Program

Garrett Tirpak is a Certified Floodplain Manager and Member of the Association of State Flood Plain Managers. He is Owner/Agent of Garrett J Tirpak Insurance Agency, Inc. and Regional Technical

Representative for Smart Vent, Inc. Garett provides field support to retailers, home and business owners. He also provides floodplain management training to design professionals, code officials, surveyors, and insurance agents.

Professional Aviator: FAA Certificated Instructor; single engine land/sea, multi engine land, instrument. Airline Transport Pilot rating with over 14,000 hours flight time.

This program qualifies for 1 AIA HSW Learning Unit

Speaker

Paint Shield, by Sherwin Williams, does more than just cover walls. It’s the first EPA-registered microbicidal paint with exclusive patented technology that kills 99.9% of indicated pathogens within 2 hours of exposure on painted surfaces. It continues to kill 90% of these bacteria even after repeated contamination on painted surfaces. The effectiveness lasts for up to four years as long as the integrity of the surface is maintained.

Why You'll Love It

Paint Shield’s active ingredient is a well-

studied and highly regarded quaternary ammonium compound.

Interior latex paint features great hide and

durability.

Paint Shield can be

applied on interior hard, non-porous ceilings, walls, doors and trim.

Available in 550

colors in our popular Egg-Shell finish.


In business since 1877 and owned by the same family since 1900, Cherokee Brick is proud to be one of a few family-owned manufacturing companies. Their brick products are in 32 states and they are still growing. Their collections include Modular & Queen Size, Classic, Colonial, Antebellum, and Architectural. Nearly every item in their product line may be made into thin brick. Special shapes are available as well. This flexibility allows their customers to choose from an incredible selection of colors and textures to build their project.

Cherokee Brick and Tile is now at the old Tri State Brick location in Jackson, Mississippi and your local sales representative is long time Mississippi CSI member Woody Nance.

Build with Strength Concrete Value and Innovations February 22, 2017 See more on Page 6 A prime ingredient of sustainable architecture is longevity. If a building doesn't last, it wastes a lot of energy, from both a human and a resource perspective, not to mention the economic value. Barriers to designing concrete structures increasingly collapse when industry professionals are equipped with the right design tools and knowledge. Through design solutions demonstrated in this workshop, we can focus on strength rather than disaster response, resulting in investments that are secure and generate long-term value to the owners.

This workshop will explore:

Emerging trends in housing and

development Innovations in concrete construction

Case studies that showcase building value

generation

Economical design of concrete wall and

floor systems

How to utilize existing, free resources to

design structures

Seminar Cost - $100 CSI member

Register online at:

http://mississippi.csinet.org/Product-Show

This program is registered with AIA and will provide participants 6 hours of HSW credit

Visit the registration site to find out more about the program including agenda and speaker bios.

Cherokee Brick and Tile Sherwin Williams Product Show Seminar


Date: January 4, 2017

Call to Order: Betina Latiker, President

Members present:

Betina Latiker, President

Dennis Walters, President- Elect

Cassie Parker, 2nd Vice President

Keith West, Secretary

Randall Lewis, Treasurer

Nick Gibson, Past President

Phil McDade, Director

Jim Vinson, Director

John Dunaway, Director

Kevin McKay, Director

John Murray, Technical Chair

The Board discussed/approved the November meeting minutes.

Treasurer’s Report: Randall presented the financial report. Majority of this month’s incomes is for the upcoming product show. 50th Anniversary income and expenses were presented and discussed. The report was discussed and approved by the board.

Committee Reports:

Product Show: Dennis reported that 20+ booths are now paid. Next committee meeting is scheduled for January 16th at John Dunaway’s house at 5:30 pm. John Dunaway is preparing the invitations and other publication / advertising material and will have it for review at the committee meeting. Cassie

January Board Meeting Highlights

Parker reported that the menu is finalized and she will contact the caterer to see if there are any loose ends to be tied up. Seminar was discussed.

Programs: Leland was not present. John Dunaway reported that programs are set for both January and February. The January meeting is being presented by Cambria solid surfaces, while the February program is being presented by Smart Vent. No March program is set at this time.

Membership: Keith reported that the website had problems when inspected in December, but will check to see if access to the Leader’s Tools section is now available. Information regarding renewals will be provided to John for inclusion in the February Speculator.

Certification: Dennis reported that CDT classes will be offered if candidates are available.

Electronic Communication: Randall Lewis reported that he has volunteered to be on the Beta test team for the new Institute chapter website committee. Randall is working with them to assist in learning the new system and working on making it more user friendly.

Technical Committee: John Murray reported that he and John Dunaway are working with Leland and focusing on technical diversity of upcoming programs.

House Committee: Cassie reported that the meeting venue has the meeting dates for 2017. She earlier discussed the Product Show menu and her portion of that event.


Golf Committee: Kevin reported that the committee meeting date is January 11th, 11:30 am, at Uncle Buck’s, which is at Bass Pro Shop. Please attend and help in this event.

Publication: John Dunaway reported that the deadline for the February Speculator is January 19th.

Pints and Pontification: Phil reported P&P will commence on January 19th at a location to be determined.

50th Anniversary: Phil reported the event was a huge success. He has received many kudos from those in attendance. He was pleased with the financial aspects of the gala which were better than originally anticipated.

New Business: Chattanooga Chapter 50th Anniversary is January 21st. Discussion was held regarding those who are planning to attending this event.

GSR Conference, Memphis April 20-22. Betina asked those planning on attending to please email her so the budget can be established

Director’s Comments:

None presented

Remarks for the Good of the Chapter

None Presented.

Being no further business, meeting was adjourned at 6:30 pm

Prepared by: Keith West, Secretary

Next Board Meeting January 30, 2017

Product Show 2017


If you have exhibited at or attended the Mississippi CSI Product Show before you know the benefits, but if you have not, see below. Of course, having a state of the art facility at a reasonable cost is a plus but there’s more. Our loyal following of attendees are genuinely interested in learning more about the products and services our vendors display. The Show is good for Everyone!

The Mississippi CSI Product Show is the longest running and largest commercial product show in Mississippi.

The Mississippi Chapter CSI plans timely and useful seminars for industry members.

Booth cost is reasonable at only $400 (CSI member) and $500 (non-member).

Booth application & payment as well as attendee preregistration is easy at: http://mississippi.csinet.org/Product-Show

Attendees and exhibitors always rave about the quality and quantity of the food served at the Show.

Food/Beverage service is strategically placed to facilitate attendee movement so no BAD spots and plenty of food.

The time is convenient. No over night stay for exhibitors and a great lunch and Show for attendees.

CSI volunteers are dedicated to providing our exhibitors and attendees the best service we can. We’re there for you!

The Clyde Muse Center staff is friendly and helpful. Just ask and they’ll try to assist.

Exhibitors - Reserve your spot today! Attendees - Preregister by February 17

From free wifi and a state of the art hall inside, to this peaceful setting for a break out back . The Clyde Muse Center is a perfect

spot for the CSI Show. Don’t delay. Sign up today!

The Mississippi CSI 2017 Product Show at the Clyde Muse Center in Pearl, Mississippi

A Great Place for a Great Event! February 22, 2017 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Product Show Seminar: 6 HSW hours

Build with Strength Concrete Value and Innovations

Morning Session; 8am—11:00am Afternoon Session: 2:00pm—5:00pm

Attendees benefiting from this seminar include Architects, Engineers, Contractors, Developers,

and Building Owners. See more on Page 4.



Product Show 2017 Exhibitors as of January 23

Inpro

Kawneer

Kingspan NA

Lighting and Power Solutions, Inc

Lunday and Associates

Nabco Entrances

Office Innovations

PPG Paints

Saturn Materials, LLC

Seabrook / Benjamin Moore

Sheldon Laboratory Systems

Sherwin Williams

SimplexGrinnell

SmartVent

Tnemec

Tull Brothers, Inc

US Green Building Council

Abstein and Associates LLC

Associated Architectural Products, Inc.

Acme Brick Company

Andersen Windows & Doors

Archway Graphic Designs

Assa Abloy

Avallone Architectural Specialties, LLC

BPI

Capitol Hardware Company, Inc

Cherokee Brick & Tile

Construction Specialties

Covington Flooring Company

Curtis Stout Inc.

Carlisle SynTec

Duro-Last, Inc

Farrell-Calhoun Paint

Garaventa Lift

Product Show Silver Sponsors


THRASH COMMERCIAL CONTRACTORS, INC. 601-825-8967 www.thrashco.com General Contractors Design-Build

Product Show Gold Sponsor

Product Show Gold Sponsor

Mississippi Civil Rights and History Museum being constructed by Thrash Commercial

Smart Vent Products, Inc. was born in 1997 out of the idea to create a flood vent to comply with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), and all National and State Construction Codes. Since 1986, flood vents have been a requirement for enclosed spaces below the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) but no one had stepped up to evaluate what was available to meet the requirements. At the time, the only available solution to relieve hydrostatic pressure was a foundation air vent. These air vent devices had some issues, including louvers, grills, screens, and other covers that impede the flow of floodwater and most importantly they would clog with debris yielding the vent useless during a flood event.

Our knowledge and expertise, through our team of Certified Floodplain Managers and Engineers, has led us to our next chapter in floodplain problem solving. Rising flood insurance rates across the country are causing many financial hardships. A new division of Smart Vent Products called the Flood Risk Evaluator, was recently born to evaluate and provide a detailed report on what can be done to reduce these rising flood insurance premiums. Call us at (877) 441-8368 or email [email protected].


Chattanooga Chapter 50th Anniversary

Betina Latiker, John Murray, Keith West, and John & Charlene Dunaway were attendees at the Chattanooga Chapter CSI 50th Anniversary party on January 21. The event was held at the beautiful Springhill Suites which sits alongside the Tennessee River. The party was fun and inspiring in true Chattanooga Chapter style with Mike Davis as the keynote speaker. Many Chapter members from around the GSR were in attendance including Tom Ferguson, GSR President. Mark Dorsey, CSI CEO and Ron Geren, FCSI, AIA, CCS, CCCA, SCIP'S , Institute Chairman of the Board from Scarsdale, Arizona also came to congratulate the Chapter.

Gulf States Region Conference

Memphis, Tennessee April 20-22, 2017

The Memphis Chapter is planning to kick off the weekend on Thursday afternoon, April 20 with keynote speaker, Marlon Blackwell, just before the opening of their Built/It Product Show. Friday morning begins with education sessions. Be looking for fun and interesting learning experiences. Friday night we will recognize those who have served CSI so well at the annual awards ceremony. Our GSR Leaders are planning great training for all those new Chapter leaders on Friday and Saturday. The GSR Leadership Conference will be at Springhill Suites. Rooms are $141/night. Just mention CSI when talking with the reception desk. This will be a weekend of fabulous education and networking. Mark your calendars now. More coming soon.

Below is a list of the current members whose membership renewal is due within the next two months. This information is based upon what currently shows on the Institute website roster. If you see your name on this list, please check with Institute to verify their records are up to date.

This monthly column will serve as a reminder to renew your membership. The Mississippi Chapter values you as a member and the expertise and skills that you bring to CSI. Please renew your membership and participate in the Chapter. Thank you.

Keith West FCSI, CCPR Membership Chair

Fiscal Year 2017 Calendar, July 2016-June 2017

CSI 2017 Fiscal Year is 7/1/2016 – 6/30/2017 Board Meetings are held from 5:30 PM until 6:30 PM at the AGC Building on Lakeland Drive on Monday evenings unless noted otherwise.

January 30, 2017 (February Board Meeting)

February 27, 2017 (March Board Meeting)

April 3, 2017

May 1, 2017

June 5, 2017

July 10, 2017

Monthly Meetings take place from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM on the first Wednesday of the month at Trustmark Park Cafe unless noted otherwise.

February 1, 2017

March 1, 2017

April 5, 2017

May 3, 2017

Thursday, June 1, 2017 (Awards Banquet) Location To Be Determined.

July 12, 2017

Pints and Pontification Committee This committee typically meets on the 4th Thursday of the month. Location to be announced.

Mississippi Chapter Product Show

February 22, 2017 at the Clyde Muse Center

Booth sales are going on now! Contact Dennis Walters to reserve your spot. Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Tel: 601-278-7705

Email: [email protected]

Membership News

Membership expired in December

Brion Casey

Walter Cooper

Kent Kile

Rodney Reeves

Richard Williams

Membership expires in January

Kenneth McGrath John Murray

Membership expires in February

Brian Abernathy John McIlwain

Terri Williams

Renewed memberships

Jeff Brunner Kathy Dier

John Dunaway Greg Durrell

Buddy Grantier Doris Kemp

Betina Latiker Dana Little

Woody Nance Phillip Perkins

Scott Slay Ronnie Taylor

NEW MEMBERS!

Will Haley Mike Hughes

mailto:%[email protected]

GSR Institute Director

Product Show Dennis Walters, CSI, CCCA

601-278-7705 [email protected]

Programs Leland Hinton, CSI, CDT


House Cassie Parker, CSI, CCCA


Membership Keith West, FCSI, CCPR


Financial Randall Lewis, CSI, AIA

601-601-948-4601 [email protected]

Awards Lacie Gibson, CSI


Technical John Murray, CSI, CDT


P&P Phillip L. McDade, FCSI, CCS, FASLA


Elec Communication Randall Lewis, CSI, AIA


Golf Outing Kevin McKay, CSI 601-397-6452 [email protected]

Editor John Dunaway, CSI, CCS, AIA 601-948-7337 [email protected]

Academic Affairs Keith West, FCSI, CCPR 601-853-9908 [email protected]

Education Lantz Kuykendall, CSI, CDT 601-863-0464 [email protected]

Certification Dennis Walters, CSI,CCCA 601-278-7705 [email protected]

Planning Nicholas Gibson, CSI


President Betina Latiker, CSI, CDT


President Elect Dennis Walters, CSI, CCCA


1st Vice President Leland Hinton, CSI, CDT


2nd Vice President Cassie Parker, CSI, CCCA


Secretary Keith West, FCSI, CCPR


Treasurer Randall Lewis, CSI, AIA


Director Phillip L. McDade, FCSI, CCS, FASLA


Director Kevin McKay, CSI


Director John Dunaway, CSI, CCS, AIA


Director Greg Durrell, CSI, AIA


Director Jim Vinson CSI, CDT, AIA


Director Scott Slay, CSI


Immediate Past President Nicholas Gibson, CSI


F/Y 2017 Committee Chairs

Billy Mathis, CSI, CDT Tel: 501-758-7443 Email: [email protected]

The Construction Specifications Institute 110 South Union Street, Suite 100 Alexandria VA 22314 Tel 703-684-0300 Tel 800-689-2900 Institute Email: [email protected] Institute Website: csinet.org

Gulf States Region Website: gulfstates.csinet.org

The Mississippi Chapter of The Construction Specifications institute PO Box 321327 Flowood, MS 39232 Chapter Website:http://mississippi.csinet.org/

Construction Specifications Institute

Fiscal Year 2017 Officers

Gulf States Region President Thomas Ferguson, CSI, CCCA Tel: 850-936-8186 Email: [email protected]

Gulf States Region Vice President John Murray, CSI, CDT Tel: 601-948-7337 Email: [email protected]

Immediate Past President James Bagley, CSI, CCS, AIA Tel: 334-271-3200 Email: [email protected]

Gulf States Region Leaders


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