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Wednesday, October 22, 2025Safety & Training Short: Cybersecurity for Small Businesses
Objective: To inform organizations of measures they can take to increase the security of their data, computer, and network systems. The advancement of information technology has made it easier than ever to run a small business, but your organization as well as your customers and their data may be at risk unless proper cybersecurity measures are in place.Click here to download the training short in EnglishClick here to download the training short in Spanish Safety & Training Shorts provided by George
Wednesday, October 22, 2025Another Fun Marin Remodelers Forum Event at Lamperti Contracting & Design
We had another very successful Marin Remodelers Forum event at Lamperti Contracting & Design's beautiful showroom in San Rafael. We welcomed over 60 members and collectively enjoyed great food, drinks, and meaningful connections. This event was full of amazing architects, designers, engineers, general contractors, and more. A very special thanks to Sean and Jennifer Kelly from Lamperti Contracting & Design for hosting such a fun event! "I can't believe how many great connections I made in just two hours –
Tuesday, October 21, 2025Bid Opportunity for Marin Cascades Fountain Renovation
This project generally involves repair and renovation of the existing decorative concrete and stone-lined water feature known as the Cascades fountain located within Lagoon Park on the County Civic Center campus in San Rafael. The scope of work generally includes, but is not limited to: new intake vault, equipment enclosures and pad, water feature pump, ultra-violet water sterilizer, jets, underground piping, electrical improvements, lighting, asphalt and concrete paving, and wood retaining walls.Key
Thursday, October 16, 2025E.F. Brett and Company is Requesting Bids for Ygnacio Valley Library Upgrades
E.F. Brett and Company, Inc. is requesting proposals from ALL subcontractors and suppliers including DVBE subcontractors and suppliers for the following project: Ygnacio Valley Library Upgrades. Owner: Contra Costa County Public Works DepartmentsBID DATE: 10/29/2025 at 2:00pm Bids need to be communicated to E.F. Brett prior to 12:00pm on the date of the bid. This bid opportunity can be found on our Online Plan Service.Click Here for the Notice to Contractors Scope of work: We are an equal opportunity
Thursday, October 09, 2025Wright ESD 2025-26 Contractor Registration Notice
California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act The Wright Elementary School District (District) has elected to become subject to participate in the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (CUPCCAA). The District is inviting all licensed contractors to submit information for inclusion on the District’s list of qualified bidders for the 2026 calendar year.What is CUPCCAA? The California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Commission is under the umbrella of the
Wednesday, October 08, 2025Safety & Training Short: Poison Prevention
What is a poison? A poison is defined as any product or substance that can harm someone if it is used in the wrong way, by the wrong person or in the wrong amount. Nearly 82 people in the United States are killed each day related to accidental poisoning. Another 1,900 are treated in emergency departments. Examples of possible poisons include:Some household productsChemicals in the workplace or environmentDrugs; prescription and over-the-counterHerbal, illegal or animal medicinesSnake bitesInsect
Thursday, October 02, 2025Safety & Training Short: Slip Trip and Fall Prevention - Stair Safety
Objective: To promote safe stair use behaviors to minimize fall risks Many falls occur on stairs. Employers are responsible to follow construction requirements to make stairs and handrails as safe as possible. However, employees also have a responsibility to use safe behaviors to minimize the risk of a fall.Safe BehaviorsAlways use the handrails when ascending and descending stairs.Do not rush on the stairs.Be cautious and focused, not distracted. (For example, do not use your cell phone while on
Wednesday, October 01, 2025Flu Season is Here - Get Informed!
Falls is officially here and that means cool nights, cozy sweaters and pumpkin spice. But it also means flu season time… The more you know about the flu the better prepared you’ll be to stay healthy and keep your team going strong. 10 Flu Facts You Might Not Know* 1. The flu and a cold are not the same. Yes, they can feel similar. But the flu hits harder and faster. Think fever, body aches, chills, and serious fatigue. A cold usually builds slowly. The flu doesn’t wait. 2. You can spread the flu
Wednesday, September 24, 2025Safety & Training Short: Active Shooter Preparedness - Organizational Preparedness
Objective: To assure that your organization is prepared for an active shooter incident and is taking proactive steps to minimize the chances or effectiveness of a shooter on the premises No workplace is immune to the risks of an active shooter incident. However, there are steps that you can take to assure that your organization is prepared for the worst.Emergency Action Plan Preparing an emergency action plan helps all employees to understand the proper procedures for dealing with an active shooter
Sunday, September 21, 2025Build Your Team Faster with HammerLoop!
HammerLoop update! Hello fellow MBA members! HammerLoop was recently just displayed to the roughly 500 members of the Northern California chapter of ABC (Associated Builders and Contractors), through a large press email! This is something we are proud of. In the next 2 weeks, we will be at the San Rafael chamber of commerce's 'Level Up' event, we will be guiding construction workers through profile sign-ups through the Canal Alliance, and we have multiple events through ABC geared toward onboarding
Monday, August 25, 2025Introducing the Marin Builders Association Logo Re-Design
We are proud to unveil the redesigned logo of Marin Builders Association: a fresh new look that reflects our continued growth, evolution, and commitment to excellence. Over the past year, we’ve been thoughtfully working on a new logo to better represent who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. This rebranding initiative was launched under the leadership of our 2024 Board President, Brad Hubbell, of Hubbell Daily Architecture + Design. Among his many contributions, Brad established a clear
Monday, August 25, 202549th Luau on the Links Golf Classic was Another Hit!
The links were filled with Marin Builders Association golfers at the 2025 Marin Builders Annual Golf Classic - Luau on the Links! This perennially sold out event, held on August 25th at the beautiful StoneTree Golf Club in Novato, hosted over 150 guests including players, volunteers, and sponsors. Warm Northern California weather encouraged everyone to enjoy a day of golf, sportsmanship, new connections, and delicious food & refreshments. A portion of the event proceeds benefit the Marin Builders
Tuesday, April 22, 2025Workers Comp Insurance Fraud: It costs more than you think
For more information, download this printable brochure here or contact: Marin County District Attorney's Office Attn: Insurance Fraud Unit 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 130 San Rafael, CA 94903 415.473.6450co.marin.ca.us/da
Wednesday, April 16, 2025Support the Legacy of the Marin Builders Association Scholarship Program
Since 1978 the Marin Builders Association Scholarship & Workforce Training Fund has provided nearly $1 million in scholarship awards to deserving high school seniors. Scholarship winners have gone into nearly every profession, including the building trades, construction management, engineering, architecture, and more. Our Scholarship Program offers an opportunity for all students pursuing a college, university, or trade school education to apply for a financial award. We emphasize the need for trained
Monday, December 23, 2024New Law Changes in 2025 Affecting Licensees, Applicants and Stakeholders
Sacramento, CA – The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) is advising licensees, applicants, and other stakeholders of key legislative updates following the implementation ofSenate Bill 1455 (Ashby, 2024). This bill, effective January 1, 2025, extends the Board’s “sunset” date from 2025 to 2029 and makes other changes to the law, which are described below. Key Provisions of SB 1455 1. Public Works Project LicensingWhat’s New? Awarding authorities must now ensure that public works project bidders