USE OF GEOSPATIAL INFORMATION IN THE PUBLIC WORKS INFRASTRUCTURE LIFECYCLE

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1 February 2013 Newsletter Life As I Find It: (Page 2) Career Opportunities: (Page 2) 2013 Executive Board and Committee Chair Directories: (Page 3) Professional Directory: (Page 4) January Meeting Photos: (Page 5) Mark your Calendars! Chapter Lunch Meetings in 2013 will be held on the following days: March 13 May 8 July 10 September 11 November 13 USE OF GEOSPATIAL INFORMATION IN THE PUBLIC WORKS INFRASTRUCTURE LIFECYCLE This discussion will initially start with a brief overview of the 5 patterns found in geospatial information systems; 1) asset/data management, 2) planning and analysis, 3) field mobility, 4) operational awareness, and 5) citizen engagement. These patterns will then be applied in an engineering context of the infrastructure life cycle within Public Works operations. Finally, a discussion on the new paradigm of data availability and sharing with Cloud technology. Presenter: David Totman is the Esri Global Industry Manager for the Public Works, AEC, and Survey markets. He has been using GIS for over 25 years in business process optimization, project analytics, and infrastructure management. He currently manages the Esri corporate membership for the American Public Works Association (APWA), American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), National Association of County Engineers (NACE), and Open Design Alliance (ODA). Location: Santa Maria Public Library Shepard Hall 421 S. McClelland Street Santa Maria, CA Date: March 13, 2013 Time: Dues: $25 RSVP: 12:00 PM MARCH 2013 PROGRAM

2 P a g e 2 C a l i f o r n i a C e n t r a l C o a s t C h a p t e r A P W A F e b r u a r y N e w s Life as I find it: Place your mask on first! By: Michael Cannon I am sure you have heard the flight attendant say that hundreds of times. Place your mask on first, and then assist your child with theirs. Why do they tell us that? Because our instincts are to take care of our children first and worry about ourselves after they are safe. Unfortunately, that intuitive response will leave you both in greater peril. If you do not have oxygen to breathe, you will be of no help to your child. In public works, we are often called upon as first responders to emergencies caused by earthquakes, heavy storms, tsunamis, and even major traffic accidents. But can we effectively respond to such events if we have not kept ourselves physically and mentally ready? Is physical and mental fitness even on our radar as a professional responsibility? If we are faced with a challenging event, whether it is physical exertion or just the stress of handling chaos, are we ever ready? Watching our weight, keeping a regular regimen of exercise, and proper nutrition are important components to fulfilling our professional obligations. Regular exercise, at a minimum of a half hour a day, results in myriad benefits such as reduced risk of heart disease, better mental acuity, and a calmer demeanor all valuable when duty calls. Additionally, regular exercise is one of the best stress reliefs humans have. And, it is free! Some of us have joined the ranks of those who are building workouts and walks into their day as well as making proper nutrition the priority it needs to be. The communities we serve rely on us in the public works profession more than they, or we, realize. We have a professional, as well as civic responsibility, to be ready to respond when and how we are needed. However, before we can help others we must place our masks on first by keeping ourselves physically and mentally healthy. If you aren t -- you should be. It is an important part of your job. Career Opportunities Senior Project Engineer Water/Wastewater Resources MNS is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our Water Resources Group in San Luis Obispo! This individual will coordinate, oversee, review and take responsible charge on the delivery of projects related to the planning and design of water/wastewater systems (pipelines, pump stations, treatment systems, drainage systems and similar), as well as the study of floodplain and stormwater issues. (Full description on page 6) Associate Civil Engineer The City of Pismo Beach is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer. The filing deadline is March 8, Click below to view the full description

3 P a g e 3 C a l i f o r n i a C e n t r a l C o a s t C h a p t e r A P W A F e b r u a r y N e w s Executive Board 2013 President Mr. Mike Cannon Work: (805) Cannon Corporation Fax: (805) Southwood Drive mikec@cannoncorp.us San Luis Obispo, CA President-Elect Mr. Steve Kahn Work: (805) Utilities Engineer Fax: (805) City of Santa Maria skahn@ci.santa-maria.ca.us 2065 E. Main Street Santa Maria, CA Past President Mr. Michael W. Luther Work: (805) Senior Civil Engineer Fax: (805) City of Lompoc Cell: (805) Civic Center Plz m_luther@ci.lompoc.ca.us Lompoc, CA Treasurer Rosalyn Piza Work: (805) County of San Luis Obispo rpiza@co.slo.ca.us County Government Center Fax: (805) Room 207 San Luis Obispo, CA Secretary Mr. David M. Athey Work: (805) Public Works Director dathey@atascadero.org City of Atascadero 6907 El Camino Real Atascadero, CA Delegate Mr. Don Spagnolo Work: (805) Transportation Programs Mgr dspagnolo@co.slo.ca.us County of San Luis Obispo 1050 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA Committee Chairs 2013 Chair, Golf Tournament Committee / Webmaster Ms. Kelly Druse Work: (805) Project Engineer Fax: (805) Rick Engineering kdruse@rickengineering.com 711 Tank Farm Road, Suite 110 San Luis Obispo, CA Chair, Awards Committee Mr. Stephen A. Orosz Work: (805) President Fax: (805) Orosz Engineering Group, Inc. Cell: (805) PO Box 1262 (mail) steve@oegsite.com 3395 Sagunto Street (street) Santa Ynez, CA Chair, Membership Committee Mr. Ken Pruett Work: (805) Sr. Program Manager ken.pruett@arcadis-us.com ARCADIS U.S., Inc. Highway 1 North San Luis Obispo, CA Chair, Education & Training Committee Mr. Mike Cannon Work: (805) Cannon Fax: (805) Southwood Drive mikec@cannoncorp.us San Luis Obispo, CA Newsletter Editor Ms. Aimee Snyder Work: (805) Ext. 100 Marketing Coordinator Fax: (805) Penfield & Smith als@penfieldsmith.com 210 E. Enos Drive, Suite A Santa Maria, CA Historian Mr. Marshall Pihl Work: (805) Cannon Corporation Fax: (805) Southwood Drive marshallp@cannoncorp.us San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

4 P a g e 4 C a l i f o r n i a C e n t r a l C o a s t C h a p t e r A P W A F e b r u a r y N e w s Professional Directory

5 Above: Mark Schleich, Deputy Director of the County of Santa Barbara s Public Works Department, prior to his educational presentation on the County s Resource Recovery Project. Right: Mark Schleich and Chapter President, Mike Cannon

6 Senior Project Engineer, Water/Wastewater Resources Headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA MNS Engineers, Inc. (MNS) provides comprehensive infrastructure services, including engineering, surveying, and construction management to the Transportation, Water and Government Services markets in California. We are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our Water Resources Group in San Luis Obispo! This individual will coordinate, oversee, review and take responsible charge on the delivery of projects related to the planning and design of water/wastewater systems (pipelines, pump stations, treatment systems, drainage systems and similar), as well as the study of floodplain and stormwater issues. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Water/Wastewater: Apply and oversee team application of accepted engineering practices and techniques for water and wastewater treatment processes and collection/distribution designs Oversee approach, development, and delivery of engineering reports and studies for water and wastewater projects including treatment and collection/distribution Oversee (and participate as needed) detailed design efforts for a wide array of water and wastewater projects, ranging from collection and distribution to treatment and reuse with particular emphasis on projects associated with municipal systems Stormwater: Oversee hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of systems, providing guidance and support as needed Design drainage systems for transportation and other projects with site development elements General: Manage field investigations and data processing to obtain data necessary for analysis and design work Ensure quality assurance for project elements such as preparation of permit applications, materials testing, CADD work, and other related tasks. Interact effectively with the general public, officials and contractors Prepare scopes, budgets and schedules and monitor same Independently evaluate, select and adapt standard techniques, procedures and criteria Assign tasks to and coordinate with engineering, technical and administrative staff in a team environment Prepare and complete project documents including plan, specifications and studies Assist with proposals to provide professional services Other duties as assigned Requirements: 10 years of industry experience B.S in Civil Engineering CA Professional Engineer (PE) required Proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D, modeling software We offer one of the most over-all competitive benefit packages in the industry that includes 100% of each employee s health, vision, dental and life insurance, a 401(k) contribution match, the best short-term and long-term disability benefit allowed, tuition reimbursement (career path), and many other benefits. We commit to improvement processes with the belief that our employees are our greatest resource. We nurture a culture where each individual s abilities, experience and style are encouraged, rewarded, valued and shared in a way that strengthens the overall outcome of each discipline. On a personal level, we host annual events and encourage outside activities and community events. We feel as though we make a difference in people s lives every day. Our commitment to steady growth has allowed us to confidently celebrate 50 years of past service as we prepare for 50 more! Inquiries into this position are welcome! Please your questions and/or resume to hr@mnsengineers.com. MNS Engineers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer MNS Engineers, Inc., 201 N Calle Cesar Chavez, Suite 300, Santa Barbara, CA (805)