Austin Chapter, CSI September 2013 The Construction Specifications Institute Excellence in Single Wythe Masonry 1LU AIA HSW Description: This program covers how to effectively design a masonry wall, using proper design techniques focusing on the prevention of moisture, cracking, and cleaning issues. This Presentation meets AIA requirements for a one hour HSW credit. Learning Objective: Plan and design a sound single wythe wall. Understand why and where masonry walls begin to crack. Eliminate unnecessary repairing and cleaning of masonry walls. Presenter Bio: Bobby L Ray, Architectural Developer of Oldcastle Building Products, has 10 years of experience as a brick/ block mason and 37 years in sales of brick, block and other related masonry materials. Bobby L Ray is an active member of AIA Dallas, AIA Austin, AIA Lubbock, CSI and National Concrete Masonry. Monday, September 16, 2013 NETWORKING 11:30 Lunch and Program 12:00 Texas Land and Cattle, 1101 S Mopac, Austin, TX. 78746 Evite notice is currently not available. Please RSVP by emailing David Loveless. Dloveless@wrmeadows.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/groupinvitation?groupid=2089638&sharedkey=2f32e952037b Follow us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=353127702178
President s Message David C. Loveless, CSI A few weeks ago, Larry Whitlock and myself attended a local Austin Trade show The Build Expo held at the Palmer Events center. It was interesting to be able to speak with other construction professionals and organization representatives. This got me thinking a bit on what CSI is. How do we describe the organization beyond networking and program filled lunches. So I set off on a bit of research for myself and the chapter. Several months ago you may remember I touched on the Mission of CSI, but it is not enough to know what the mission is unless we understand where it all began. CSI was founded in March 1948 by the specification writers of government agencies who came together to improve the quality of construction specifications. The Institute s efforts were essential in improving construction specification quality so that it could meet the demands of the postwar construction boom. Development of specifications best practices, promulgating standards/ formats, professional education, and certification were cornerstones of the Institute. The Institute grew quickly to include specification writers in the private sector, design professionals concerned about communicating their vision in construction documents, constructors interested in delivering high-quality facilities, and material suppliers with unique solutions to construction challenges. These construction professionals continue to work together today as CSI members to effectively communicate the designers vision, the material producers solutions, and the constructors techniques to create outstanding facilities that meet facility owners objectives. The key to CSI enrichment of the industry is through education and knowledge. Our Key Programs Certification: CSI is renown in the industry for its rigorous certification programs, which include: Construction Documents Technology (CDT) - A comprehensive overview for anyone who writes, interprets, enforces, or manages construction documents. Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) - Demonstrates excellence in specifications and contract document preparation. Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) - Truly understand all facets of the construction process and contractual relationships. Certified Construction Product Representative (CCPR) - An in-depth understanding of the construction process and superior ability in effective representation. Education: CSI education focuses on teaching the roles and responsibilities of each member of the team, and how products and materials interact on the jobsite. (Try one of our webinars!) This spring, our chapter will host not only the South Region Conference, but also a CDT BOOT CAMP. The Committees for the conference are working hard to provide educational opportunities that the attendees can take back with them and enrich both professional and personal lives. There will be more information in the upcoming months about the April conference. So please stay tuned. David C. Loveless
Board Notes Austin Chapter CSI August 12, 2013 Board Meeting Minutes 8613-15 BURNET ROAD P.O. BOX 9026 Attendees: David Loveless PHONE: (512)459-7692 AUSTIN, TX Jody Boatman Scott Mokry America Alva David Watts Larry Whitlock Tyler Lusk Holly Jordan Be Seen Here Ad Space Available New Rates! CSI Newsnote Ad Policy The ad period is July to June for $75. Payment is due June 1. Cost of the advertisement will be prorated. Mail to: Scott Mokry, 500 East Anderson Lane. Apt 200T, Austin, Texas 78752. 512-475-8469 Construction Specification Institute Construction Education Network (CSI CEN) has now ceased operations. In order to allow all users of the system to continue managing their credits, CSI offers the following two options: Option 1 (CSI Members Only): Login to the CSI website and view your CSU CEUs in the Electronic Transcription Service (ETS). Required CSI Member login. Option 2 (CSI Members and & Non-Members): Click on the link below. Follow instructions to setup an AECDaily.com account. http://education.csinet.org/ Call to Order: Call to order by David Loveless at 12:10 p.m. at Marriott South (location of Region Conference) Meeting Minutes: July Meeting Minutes: Minutes from July s meeting were reviewed and approved as recorded. Dave Watts moved to approve, Larry Whitlock seconded. Committee Reports: Membership: No Reports Programs: 3 program tracks were discussed for the regional conference: CEU, Professional Development, and CDT Bootcamp. House: The Board toured the Marriott facilities and will finalize food/beverage arrangements in coming months. Publication: No Report Awards: No Report. Finance: No Report OLD Business: None. New Business: None. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 1:30 PM. Next Meeting September 9, 2013 Meeting minutes submitted by: Tyler Lusk, Chapter Secretary September 9, 2013. Austin Chapter Meeting Sponsorships - Tabletop display are available. Contact America at: amtheline@yahoo.com or call 512.492.5203 for scheduling. Fee is $50
South Central Region Save the Date April 3-5, 2014 South Central Regional Conference - Spring 2014 will be held in Austin, the Live Music Capitol of the World If you would like to present at this event or have a topic you wish to learn more about, please contact Jody Boatman @ jlwboatman@gmail.com. For Sponsorship and Mini Tradeshow information contact David Loveless @ dloveless@wrmeadows.com Registration & accommodations information will soon follow. See you in Austin!
August Chapter Monthly Meeting Photos courtesy of David Loveless. Speaker and CSI member Todd Joubert (left), and CSI Austin Chapter President David Loveless (right). Thanks for you time and sharing your expertise with us! August Tabletop Display by John Zibell of International Coatings Inc. (left), and CSI Austin Chapter President David Loveless (right). Thank you for your sponsorship! Job Search Out of work and looking? Have a position you need filled? Austin CSI would like to help bring employers together with those needing jobs. If you would like to post a brief resume or job listing here in the NewsNote at no charge, please contact Jody at: jody_warden_boatman@irco.com or call 512.931.2875.
Upcoming Speakers Month 2013 Name Company Meeting Description September Bobby L Ray Oldcastle Building Products Excellence in Single Wythe Masonry October TBA - TBA November TBA - TBA 2012 2013 Board Officers OFFICE BOARD MEMBER TEL NO. E-MAIL President David Loveless 817-773-1949 dloveless@wrmeadows.com President-Elect Vice President David Watts 512-478-7286 dwatts@oconnellrobertson.com Secretary Tyler Lusk 408-205-2605 tylerl@floorseal.com Treasurer Scott Mokry 512-471-3042 sjmokry@mail.utexas.edu Immediate Past President Guy Cornett 512-565-5470 gcornett@austin.rr.com Director 2013 America Alva 512-492-5203 amtheline@yahoo.com Director 2014 Larry Whitlock 512-550-5233 larrywhitlock@sbcglobal.com Director 2015 Jody Boatman 512-970-6865 jody_warden_boatman@irco.com 2012-2013 Committee Chairs COMMITTEE CHAIR TEL NO. E-MAIL Membership Cory Farris ccfarris@nationalgypsum.com Programs Cory Ball 512-944-5899 cball@weatherizationpartners.com Publications America Alva 512-492-5203 amtheline@yahoo.com Awards America Alva 512-492-5203 amtheline@yahoo.com Bylaws Tom Alexander 512-451-6579 tomalex@talexinc.com Certification Guy Cornett 512-565-5470 gcornett@austin.rr.com Education Finance Scott Mokry 512-471-3042 sjmokry@mail.utexas.edu House David Loveless 817-773-1949 dloveless@wrmeadows.com Communications David Loveless 817-773-1949 dloveless@wrmeadow.com Archives Paul Crews 512-422-4093 paulccrews@gmail.com NEWSNOTE is a monthly publication of Austin Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute. austin.csinet.org It is distributed free of charge to Austin Chapter CSI members. NEWSNOTE does not approve, disapprove, sanction, or guarantee the validity or accuracy of any data, claim, or opinion appearing herein. Republication rights are granted to CSI and its chapters for original articles printed herein, provided proper credits are given (Cite author and Austin CSI s NEWSNOTE). Austin Chapter CSI was chartered by the Construction Specifications Institute in 1961, and was incorporated in 1975 under the laws of the State of Texas.