AGC of CALIFORNIA presents Venetian Mask CARNIVALE Spring Conference 2008 Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa Monterey, CA May 15-16, 2008
Message from the President Join us at the beautiful Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa for the 2008 Spring Conference, Venetian Mask Carnivale. This year s Spring Conference is the place to be if you re looking to enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow AGC members. An added value to this year Conference will be a Critical Issues Forum as our featured Professional Development Luncheon Program, which offers you the opportunity to stay abreast of current industry developments and trends. I would like to acknowledge and THANK the sponsors for their contribution to this year s conference. Without them, AGC would not be able to offer you a conference of this caliber. You can find a list of our sponsors (as of March 10, 2008) listed on the back of this brochure and also throughout the program. Please be sure to thank them for their generous contribution to this year s event. We encourage you to register early as you save on registration fees. And don t forget to sign up for the optional activities including golf at Poppy Hills, Croquet and the Kayak Tour on Monterey Bay. In addition, spouses and guests can enjoy the Mysteries of the Deep day at the world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium. Please join us in Monterey for a festive Spring Conference. Wayne Lindholm, President Committee Members Nikki Affinito Union Bank of California i Shirley DeRose John Dooly, Co-Chair Teichert Construction Tom Heming, Co-Chair Lodi Equipment Wayne & Linda Lindholm Hensel Phelps Construction Co. George Malouf Emissions Technology, Inc. Dave & Sharon McCosker Independent Construction Company Mark Dale Shafer Granite Construction Company Message from the Conference Chairs The Spring Conference Committee looks forward to you attending the AGC 2008 Spring Conference at the luxurious Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa. The theme for this year s event is Venetian Mask Carnivale. We hope to create a unique, relaxing and festive event by offering the Carnivale Welcomes All Thursday Welcome Reception, and the Friday night AGC Venetian Masked Ball Reception and Dinner. This year we are returning to Poppy Hills Pebble Beach for the AGC Golf Tournament, Croquet at the Carmel Valley Ranch, and a Kayak Adventure on the Monterey Bay. Also, be sure to attend the Critical Issues Forum Professional Development Luncheon featuring industry experts and representatives. You won t want to miss this valuable, informative educational opportunity. The committee has and continues to work on planning a program that will give you, the members, an event that will be most enjoyable as well as productive. This will be a time for all of us to come together as an Association while enjoying the company of our friends and colleagues. Your participation in this conference will strengthen the AGC of California and its on-going commitment to be The VOICE of the Construction Industry. By completing the registration form and returning it promptly, you can take advantage of the early registration discount. We also encourage you to make your hotel arrangements as soon as possible so you are assured one of the rooms blocked at the conference rate. We look forward to seeing you at the AGC Spring Conference. Tom Heming & John Dooly, Co-Chairs 2008 Spring Conference Committee PAGE 1
CARNIVA E Spring Conference 2008 Schedule at a Glance Wednesday esday May 14, 2008 (early arrivals) 5:00 a.m. 6:30 p.m. Monterey Bay District s Welcome Reception Thursday - May 15, 2008 Registration Desk will be open from 7:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Spouse/Guest Breakfast 10:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m. Mysteries of the Deep Spouse/Guest Program 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Critical Issues Forum Professional Development Luncheon 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Carnivale Welcomes All Reception Friday May 16, 2008 Registration Desk will be open from 7:30 10:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. Men s/women s Golf Tournament - Poppy Hills, Pebble Beach, CA 9:00 a.m. Croquet Tournament - Carmel Valley Ranch 9:00 a.m. Kayak Tour on Monterey Bay 6:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. AGC Venetian Masked Ball Reception & Dinner Spring Conference Activities Wednesday, May 14, 2008 MONTEREY BAY DISTRICT S RECEPTION 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. The AGC Monterey Bay District will be hosting a hospitality reception to welcome you to Monterey. We encourage you to attend and enjoy this opportunity to relax and network with fellow members. Thursday, May 15, 2008 MYSTERIES OF THE DEEP SPOUSE/GUEST PROGRAM, MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast 10:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Tour and Lunch Join First Lady Linda Lindholm on an unusual journey into the life, research and preservation of the undersea world of Monterey Bay, showcased in stunning detail at one of the largest aquariums in the nation. With the Monterey Bay Aquarium s innovative exhibits as backdrops, we will hear the story of how aquarists and designers recreated the magical marine environment of an almost alien world that few people have ever experienced and one of the least-understood habitats on earth. We will stroll the public galleries as well as have the opportunity to step behind-the-scenes and explore the facts, myths and mysteries of this spectacular marine region; one of the most diverse, productive and fascinating marine environments in the world. This promises to be a wonderful day you won t want to miss! Register today includes continental breakfast and lunch. CRITICAL ISSUES FORUM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT LUNCHEON 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Stay informed! This forum will step you through the latest information and procedures on such issues as Prop 65 postings and requirements for your job sites, ongoing air quality regulations, upcoming water quality regulations and the Controlling Employer on a multi employer work site. You will hear from industry experts that will help you stay competitive and understand California s regulatory maze. PAGE 2
Spring Conference Activities (continued ) CARNIVALE WELCOMES ALL RECEPTION 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Begin the Venetian Carnivale experience at the Carnivale Welcomes All Reception at the 2008 Spring Conference. Join your friends and fellow colleagues as we kick off what promises to be a festive and unique conference. Enjoy the magnificent sights and sounds of the Monterey Bay while mingling in a relaxed atmosphere of good fun and good friends. Attire: Resort Casual Friday - May 16, 2008 MEN S AND WOMEN S GOLF TOURNAMENT, Poppy Hills 7:00 a.m. Sign In & Continental Breakfast 8:00 a.m. Shotgun Start EVENT SPONSORS: HOLT OF CALIFORNIA, GRIFFITH COMPANY The Spring Conference Committee encourages men and women golfers to sign up for the 2008 Spring Conference Golf Tournament, to be played at the renowned Poppy Hills Golf Course in Pebble Beach. This year s Tournament will feature a Best Drive 2 Best Balls of 4 format. With this format each player will tee off, then each player will play his or her own ball from the best drive. Each foursome will play 3 drives from each player. Players will be paired as requested, i.e., mixed, all men or all women foursomes. Only registered conference delegates are eligible for play. The entry fee of $175 per person includes green fee, cart, continental breakfast, barbecue lunch and prizes for the winners. Please fill out and return the enclosed registration form. CROQUET TOURNAMENT Carmel Valley Ranch, Carmel Valley 9:00 a.m. Sign In & Continental Breakfast 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tournament Play EVENT SPONSORS: GEORGE REED INC./INDEPENDENT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY The Spring Conference Committee challenges you to join in the fun! Novices are welcome! This year s tournament returns to the beautiful lawns of the Carmel Valley Ranch. This fast-paced tournament offers many opportunities to meet new people and have lots of fun in the process. You will have a new partner each round, with prizes for the winners. The registration fee of $85 per player includes tournament management and equipment, continental breakfast, lunch and transportation to Carmel Valley Ranch. Attire: White apparel preferred. KAYAK TOUR OF MONTEREY BAY 9:00 a.m. Sign In & Continental Breakfast 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Tour Explore the wonders of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary- -by sea! New technology has created ocean kayaks that are safe and fun for people of all levels of experience EVEN BEGINNERS! All the necessary gear, paddling instruction, and an orientation about marine wildlife will be provided. Guides share with you information about the ecology of the sanctuary, the local history and the biology and habits of varied marine life--from sea otters to harbor seals to whales! Come join us on an effortless glide and experience a memorable and informative adventure! Attire: Dressing in layers (shirt, sweatshirt, etc.) is recommended. Nylon-coated splash pants and jacket will be provided. It is recommended to wear shorts under the nylon-coated pants. Kayakers go barefoot unless you wish to bring your own boat shoes. AGC VENETIAN MASKED BALL RECEPTION & DINNER 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Reception 7:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. Dinner /Entertainment EVENT SPONSORS: HENSEL PHELPS CONSTRUCTION CO., HCSS, MCMORGAN & COMPANY The AGC Venetian Masked Ball reception and dinner will be a evening of great food and entertainment, leave your gondola outside! Come celebrate and join in the festivities with AGC friends old and new during the evening s celebration. The Committee has planned a unique/fun evening. Winners from the golf and croquet tournaments will be recognized and prizes will be raffled you must be present to WIN! Attire: Resort Casual requested PAGE 3
REGISTRATION FORM Send this form and appropriate fees directly to: Associated General Contractors of California, Inc., 3095 Beacon Boulevard, West Sacramento, CA 95691 Phone: 916-371-2422 Fax: 916-371-2352 ATTENDEE INFORMATION Company: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Name of Attendee #1: Fax: CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES Payment Received: By 4/22 After 4/22 # Attendees First Registrant $260 $285 X = $ Second Registrant(s) $220 $245 X = $ First Time Attendees $175 $200 X = $ Young Constructors Forum Members $135 $145 X = $ Name of Attendee #2: Name of Attendee #3: Name of Attendee #4: PAYMENT OPTIONS Visa Mastercard American Express Invoice Check Credit Card #: Exp. Date: OPTIONAL EVENTS REGISTRATION FEES # Attendees Men s and Women s Golf Tournament $175 X = $ Mysteries of the Deep Spouse/ Guest Program $215 X = $ Croquet Tournament $ 85 X = $ Kayak Tour $ 85 X = $ Drink Tickets $7 X = $ Total Amount Due $ Full Name: (As it appears on credit card) Spouse or Guests from the same company qualify Signature: for the 2nd Registrant fee. CRITICAL ISSUES FORUM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT LUNCHEON Attendee #1 Attendee #2 Total Number of Participants OPTIONAL EVENT MEN S AND WOMEN S GOLF TOURNAMENT Poppy Hills 7:00 a.m. Sign In & Continental Breakfast. 8:00 a.m. Shotgun Start Attendee #1 GHIN# Index Attendee #3 GHIN# Index Attendee #2 GHIN# Index Attendee #4 GHIN# Index Pairings Pairings Please put attendee number in each box. Requests Total Number of Players x $175 = $ PAGE 4 CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
REGISTRATION FORM (con t.) OPTIONAL EVENT CROQUET TOURNAMENT Carmel Valley Ranch, Carmel Valley 9:00 a.m. Sign In & Continental Breakfast, 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tournament Play Attendee #1 Attendee #3 Attendee #2 Attendee #4 Requests Total Number of Players x $85 = $ OPTIONAL EVENT KAYAK TOUR OF MONTEREY BAY 9:00 a.m. Sign In & Continental Breakfast, 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. TourRequests Attendee #1 Attendee #2 SPOUSE PROGRAM MYSTERIES OF THE DEEP Monterey Bay Aquarium 9:30 a.m. 10:30 am Continental Breakfast 10:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Tour and Lunch Attendee #1 Attendee #2 Requests Total Number of Participants = $ HOTEL REGISTRATION FORM Please send reservations directly to hotel. Do not send to AGC. Company Name(s) Name(s) Total Number of Participants x $85 = $ ADDITIONAL DRINK TICKETS With your paid registration, you will receive two drink tickets. Completing this section allows you to pre-purchase additional tickets. The tickets will be conveniently located in the (person s name below) registration packet at the AGC registration desk. Tickets may be used for wine, beer, mixed, and non-alcoholic drinks. One ticket per drink. Name Number of additional tickets Total Number of Tickets x $7 = $ Associated General Contractors of California 2008 Spring Boards and Conference May 15-16, 2008 Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa 400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940 Address City State Zip I intend to share my room with Arrival Date Departure Date Phone: (831) 646-1700 Fax: (831) 656-0439 Please reserve by April 19, 2008. Reservations requested after April 19, 2008 or after the room block is filled, are subject to the hotel s prevailing rates. $213.00 Inland View Per Night $307.00 Ocean View Per Night $359.00 Ocean View with Balcony Per Night Request King Bed Request 2 Double Beds Please indicate here if someone in your room requires special accommodations due to a physical disability. Please outline your special needs requests. Note: All rooms at the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa are non-smoking. The above quoted rate is based on Single/Double occupancy and is subject to city tax applicable at the time of the conference; the current rate is 10%. Check-in time is any time after 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 12:00 noon. Valet Parking fee is currently $20.00 per day per car. Spa: Please note that there is a $15.00 usage fee per person, per day when using the Fitness Center. This usage fee will be waived on the day of a purchased Spa Treatment. It is recommended that reservations for spa treatments be made at least 2 weeks in advance. All reservation requests must be received by April 19, 2007, and must be guaranteed by a credit card. Cancellation notice must be received 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid billing of one night s room and tax. Unscheduled early checkouts will be charged one night s room and tax unless notice is received 48 hours prior to arrival. Credit Card Expiration Date Account No. Cardholder s Name Signature Date PAGE 5
Conference Registration Fees By 4/22 After 4/22 First Registrant t $260 $285 Second Registrant(s)/Spouse/Guest t( /G t $220 $245 (from same company) First Time Attendees $175 $200 Young Constructors Forum Members $135 $145 OPTIONAL EVENTS REGISTRATION FEES Men s and Women s Golf Tournament $175 Croquet Tournament $ 85 Kayak Tour $ 85 Mysteries of the Deep Spouse/Guest Program $215 BADGE POLICY Your conference badge will be your ticket for admission into all AGC planned functions. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION PROCEDURE Complete the enclosed conference registration and optional event forms and return them with credit card information or check payable to AGC of California in the enclosed return envelope or by fax to (916) 371-2352. Do not include hotel room deposit in this check! Registrations cannot be processed until forms are properly completed and all monies are received. Members and their spouses/guests must register for the conference in order to participate in the optional events (except Thursday s Spouse Program). Registration is also available on-line at AGC of California s website at www.agc-ca.org through the Spring Conference link. Conference registration includes entrance to all State meetings, the Critical Issues Forum Professional Development Luncheon, Welcome Reception, Friday Reception/Dinner, and two drink tickets per person. AGC CANCELLATION POLICY A full refund, less a $25 processing fee per cancellation, will be granted on cancellation requests postmarked or received on or before April 22, 2008. Absolutely no refunds will be given after April 22, 2008. Alternate/substitute registrants are encouraged after April 22, 2008. HOTEL RESERVATIONS To be assured of hotel accommodations, either call the Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa Reservations Department at 1-831-646-1700 and bill to your credit card, or fax (831-656-0439) or mail (400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940) the enclosed Hotel Reservation Form directly to the Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa no later than April 19, 2008. After April 19, all reservations will be on a space availability basis only. Be sure to request AGC s special rate. CHILD CARE Contact www.vipbabysitting.com, 800-838-2787 AGC REGISTRATION DESK The AGC Registration Desk will be located outside the Fairway Hospitality Suite. The hours will be 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. QUESTIONS? All general inquiries about the conference should be directed to: Nicole LaMont, AGC of California, 3095 Beacon Boulevard, West Sacramento, CA 95691, (916) 371-2422. PAGE 6
$5,000 Platinum Sponsor George Reed, Inc./Independent Construction Company McMorgan & Company $2,500 Diamond Sponsor Emissions Technology HCSS Hensel Phelps Construction Co. McGraw Hill Construction/Dodge Peterson Tractor Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers SeaBright Insurance Company $1,500 Gold Sponsor The Clark Construction Group-California, LP Griffith Company Holt of California $1,000 Silver Sponsor Blois Construction Compaction Rentals Matich Corporation $500 Bronze Sponsor Alliance Solutions Group Jones, Henle & Schunck, - an Accountancy Corporation Mahan Insurance Brokers, LLC Mitsubishi Cement Corporation Washington Division URS Corporation Sponsors as of 3/10/08