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Monday, September 08, 2025Bid Opportunity for Building Repairs & Maintenance at SFUSD Administrative Offices
EF Brett & Company, Inc. is seeking qualified DBEs, MBEs, WBEs, SBEs, DVBEs, San Francisco LBEs, San Francisco PUC-LBEs for SFUSD Administration Office Building Repairs and Maintenance. Project details: Concrete, metals, wood/plastic/composites, thermal & moisture protection, doors/frames/hardware, plumbing, HVAC, electrical and Earthwork. This bid opportunity can be found on our Online Plan Service.Click Here for the Notice to Contractors Calling for BidsBid Proposal must be received BEFORE 11:00am on
Monday, September 08, 2025Recruiting Learning Leaders for Rebuilding Together East Bay Network's Big Skills Program
The Rebuilding Together East Bay Network's Big Skills Program is recruiting paid Learning Leaders (LLs) at San Rafael High School to help guide high school students building real tiny homes/ADUs while learning trade skills themselves. About the LL role (paid): Who: 18+, reliable, motivated; recent grads and opportunity youth encouragedWhat: Learn-by-doing in carpentry, framing, tools & safety, and site leadershipWhen/Where: Monday-Friday 8am-1pm at San Rafael High SchoolWhy: Earn a stipend, build résumé
Monday, September 08, 2025City of Novato to Launch New Online Permit Portal on October 1
The City of Novato is excited to announce the upcoming launch of Novato Permits, a new online permit portal powered by MaintStar. Beginning October 1, 2025, this modern system will streamline the permitting process, making it easier for residents, contractors, and businesses to apply for permits, track progress, and communicate with City staff — all from the comfort of their home or office. “Our team has worked hard to design a tool that will streamline everyday interactions with planning, building and
Tuesday, September 02, 2025September is National Cholesterol Education Month
September is the month we officially transition from summer to autumn. Unofficially in the U.S., Labor Day weekend is sometimes considered the end of summer, with students going back to school around this time as well. Our third quarter’s addition to our newsletter shares some important and sobering information about cholesterol, and how important it is to get checked for better health. There’s close to 94 million people aged 20 and above in the U.S. with cholesterol levels considered borderline or
Thursday, August 28, 2025Sept. 18: Webinar on Certified Payroll and Prevailing Wage Compliance
Contractors Edge, a leading labor compliance resource, and Coastal Payroll, a trusted payroll and HR solutions provider, are partnering to deliver a free, educational webinar for contractors and construction leaders on Certified Payroll and Prevailing Wage Compliance. The webinar, “Certified & Compliant: What Every Contractor Needs to Know,” will be held on Wednesday, September 18 at 10:00 a.m. PT. REGISTER HERE Designed for decision-makers in construction, solar, and infrastructure industries, the
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
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Thursday, August 14, 2025Be Vigilant – Recent Burglaries Targeting Plumbing Businesses
Recently, a contractor member of both PHCC and MBA experienced a burglary at their shop. They’ve since learned of multiple robberies targeting plumbing companies and supply houses locally. To help protect your business, they’ve shared these recommendations based on their experience. Be Vigilant!Always set alarms when closing—do not skip this step.Keep detailed records for high-value items, including: Date purchasedVendor purchased fromSerial numberModel numberPurchase amountPhotographs of the itemsIf
Monday, July 14, 2025Introducing Design For You, the SLI Studio Collection
Award-winning designer Stacey Lapuk, ASID, has just launched her new affordable, professional interior design service called Design For You. Created for those who want a space that feels personal and beautiful, but may feel full-service design is out of reach. Rather than a catalog-page room, you can access expert design advice without the full-service price tag. After completing a detailed questionnaire, submitting inspiration images and taking your own measurements (with our step-by-step guide),
Monday, July 14, 2025Interior Design Mastermind Group
Are you interested in joining a monthly interior design Mastermind Group? Whether you're a design enthusiast, a homeowner tackling a renovation or a professional seeking creative input or advice, this group will be a space for open dialogue, support and idea exchange. There will be 2 groups: one for non-professionals, and one for professionals. Hosted via Zoom, three 60-minute sessions are packaged to discuss whatever is most in need for the group. The cost is $150. per 3-session package. Topics can
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