News: July 2017


GSBE Business Update and Employment Update 07/26/17
GSBE Golden State Builders Exchanges

BUSINESS UPDATES Prompt Payment – What Do Owners and Generals Have the Right to Withhold?  Under California Civil Code section 8814, if a direct contractor has withheld a retention from a subcontractor, the direct contractor must pay the subcontractor the retention amount within 10 days … read more


The EXECUTIVE SUMMARY #21
the Roof is Leaking

 … the roof is leaking! Over the past several weeks much time and attention has been paid by our local governments to the budgeting process.  As we all know, effectively managing money, especially in today’s world, is always a best guess (and hope for the … read more


Capitol Connection #1037
California Capitol Building.Shasta Builders Exchange. Photo by Jeff Turner

He is likely a gentleman, but isn’t an ‘Officer’! I ‘break down’ the issues on ‘General’ mold removal, while correcting another contractor that reaches an incorrect conclusion about having your cake and eating it too. I will ‘waive’ off his mistaken notions about reciprocity… Q:  My … read more


Welding Safely
Welding Safety. SBE Tailgate Safety

Welding hazards pose an unusual combination of safety and health risks. By its nature, welding produces fumes and noise, gives off radiation, involves electricity or gases, and has the potential for burns, shock, fire, and explosions. Some hazards are common to both electric arc and … read more


2017 Scholarship Recipients
2017 Scholarship SBE Community Fund

In 1997, the Shasta Builders’ Exchange Community Fund, a non-profit charity foundation was formed to sponsor community projects and to provide college scholarships to the children of Exchange members and their key employees.  To date, the SBE Community Fund has awarded nearly $113,000 in scholarships. … read more


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