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Director’s Message

Some thoughts and reflections as we start 2024.

Welcome to 2024… it seems years are flying by quicker than ever. Ok, maybe it’s just me. Public sector work looks robust for the coming year, while the private sector is in a bit of a lull. I’ve heard a couple of theories: ● Higher interest rates have put some projects on hold until borrowing rates are more attractive. ● Backlog of projects ready to go due to “COVID time lag.”

The latter part of 2024 looks robust with projects and the emphasis will be on attracting and retaining quality personnel.

As I reflect on the past years of our organization’s history, I am proud and appreciative of our Boards’ leadership in making our Associations not just good but great community citizens. The Associations and our members do an outstanding job and support great causes throughout the years. Make-a-Wish, Hospice, Habitat for Humanity, Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan, local scholarship funds, various hospital foundations, Stewart Military Picnic and military and veteran causes benefit from not only our dollars but in many cases, our manpower.

One of the things that occurred in 2023: I am happy to have successfully navigated a hacking experience. As cynical and proactive (I thought) I am in regard to cyber-security, we were close to being successfully hacked. A HUGE thank you to our IT consultant, local provider CMIT from Goshen, for their help in helping us neutralize a serious incident in November.

I’d be a lot happier without the experience, but having CMT on our team helped us avoid what could have been a major issue. We take cyber-security very seriously and in spite of that, yes, it can happen. Lots of mail goes out that looks like it is coming from CCA, myself, or one of our Board officers. Please be careful and if you have any questions about an email, PLEASE pick up the phone and call us at 845-562-4280 to verify the validity of the e-mail.

Our new website is now up and running — we are still tweaking it and will keep it updated throughout the year. Keep an eye out for our calendar and membership updates. Going forward, we will not be printing our membership directory, but will instead have a current membership listing in each quarterly magazine. Please take a moment to review your contact information and contact Lisa (lramirez@ccahv.com) if any updates or corrections are needed.

Enough of the ramblings for the moment. Please enjoy a happy, healthy and successful 2024.

Best regards,

Alan Seidman Alan Seidman

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Construction Contractors Association Mike Adams — Board President James McGowan — First Vice President Joseph Perez — Second Vice President Josh Ingber — Secretary-Treasurer Scott Dianis — Immediate Past President Joseph Barone Roland Bloomer Dan Depew Louis Doro Joe Jerkowski Kurt Kaehler Anthony Perrello, Jr. Mark Stier Alfred D. Torreggiani Charlotte Van Horn Fabricators, Erectors & Reinforcing Contractors Association Justin E. Darrow — Chairman Jake Bidosky — Vice Chairman Bernie Hillman — Secretary Daniel Teutul — Treasurer SMACNA of Southeastern NY James D’Annibale — President Steve Mulholland — Vice President Dominick DiViesti — Treasurer Mark DiPasquale — Secretary Louis J. Doro — Immediate Past President Daniel Harden Richard K. Berg Walter “Chip” Greenwood William Haskel Dennis LaVopa, Jr. Association Staff: Alan Seidman — Executive Director Lisa Ramirez — Director of Communications and Marketing Millie Rodriguez — Office Administrator Vincent Rouhotas —Membership Coordinator

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Woodbury Common Plans more Stores, Hotel, and (Whew) Additional Parking

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Sullivan Airport Lands PLA Agreement

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Resolve to Strengthen Your Bidding Process in 2024

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New Hotline Makes it Easier for Workers to Report Wage Theft

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New State Law: NY Employers Must Disclose Pay Rates in Job Ads

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Minimize Your Risk with Construction Phase Monitoring

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Collecting Workers’ Comp? Don’t “Forget” to Report that Side Hustle

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Building a Better New Year: Resolutions for the Construction Industry

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‘Scaffold Law’ Claims Fail where Worker was ‘Sole Proximate Cause’ of Injuries

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In the News

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Building a Better World

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Safety Roundup

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Businesses Leaders Optimistic as Recession Fears Subside

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Planning the Unexpected

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Hat Tips

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Member Directory

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Service Scaffold Elevates Safety Training

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SMACNA Annual Convention Takes Phoenix

Share Your Story Ideas Our members are always doing great things, and we want to share the news.

On the Level, the quarterly magazine of the CCA of the Hudson Valley, SMACNA Lisa Ramirez Southeastern and FERCA, welcomes your columns, photographs and story ideas for consideration. Working on a great project? Involved in a worthy community cause? Have an opinion on an issue, trend or piece of legislation? Let us know!

To submit a story or column or to pitch an idea, email CCA Director of Communications Lisa Ramirez at lramirez@ccahv.com or call her at 845-562-4280.

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Welcome to Our New Members We are pleased to welcome our newest members to the Construction Contractors Association of the Hudson Valley:

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Welcome to Our New Members

Petro Plumbing and Heating, Inc. of New Windsor, N.Y. is a third-generation family-owned business that has been serving the Hudson Valley since 1954. Over the decades, Petro has earned the confidence of their residential and commercial customers, and takes pride in having earned their trust with everything from infrastructure upgrades to emergency repairs.

Petro’s wide range of services include air conditioning and ductless air conditioning, including system design, installation, maintenance and repair; new plumbing design and installation; water heaters; sewer repairs; and oil, propane and natural gas heating systems.

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Whether you need emergency plumbing repairs or want to upgrade your existing heating and cooling system to a newer, more energy-efficient model, Robison is your one-stop shop offering a complete range of top-quality solutions.

Robison has helped tens of thousands of customers throughout Westchester and Putnam counties with their oil delivery, heating, air conditioning, air quality, plumbing, and electrical needs. In addition, the company addresses insulation and energy efficiency concerns, provides comprehensive mold testing, conducts chimney cleanings and inspections, offers commercial energy services, and delivers geothermal solutions tailored to your specific energy-efficiency and cost-effectiveness goals.

Robison’s service department comprises well over 100 full-time technicians and subcontractors, all of whom are extensively trained to meet the unique comfort needs of their customers and dedicated to helping you find the right solution.

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Join CCA

Since 1956, the Construction Contractors Association of the Hudson Valley has had a hand in almost every significant construction project in the region.

With a commitment to providing quality management coupled with outstanding workmanship, CCA members get jobs done right, on time and within budget.

THE CCA IS YOUR TIRELESS ADVOCATE. MEMBERS ENJOY: • The power and leverage of strong relationships with state, local and federal officials • Project leads • Exclusive networking and informational opportunities • Access to the CCA directory of contractors, suppliers and service providers

• The support of the CCA staff • The money saving support of the CCA’s labor expertise regarding compliance, wage and fringe issues, and grievances • Competitive health insurance plans with premium rates not available in the open market • Retirement planning

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Service Scaffold Elevates Safety Training

By Lisa Ramirez, Director of Communications

Safety.

There is nothing more important, most in the construction industry would agree, and the risks associated with the job — the National Safety Council ranks construction work among the most dangerous occupations in the U.S. — are impossible to ignore.

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Training and PPE are the keys to ensuring injuries and fatalities are avoided. Meanwhile, it seems, nobody particularly looks forward to the classes, the lectures, the manuals and the videos that seem to be an unavoidable part of training days.

It’s a challenge Service Scaffold, an independent scaffolding company based in Sullivan County, decided to take on with their first-ever Safety Day. “We take this seriously,” said Joshua Ingber, chief executive officer of the third-generation, family-owned business. “We wanted to make sure the training was not only meaningful and that everyone who works with us knows that we truly, truly care about them.” continued...

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Service Scaffold Elevates Safety Training

Every year, OSHA reports, around 4,500 workers suffer

The Safety Day schedule included several hours of

scaffolding injuries, and in 2020, there were 52 fatalities.

presentations from experts, all addressing the crucial

The hazards associated with scaffold work include falls;

need for vigilance and awareness and allowing ample

scaffold collapse caused by instability or overloading;

time for questions and discussion. Everyone also signed

being struck by falling tools or debris, and, because

a poster-sized safety pledge, promising to follow safety

scaffolds can be near power lines, electrocution.

protocols, where PPE, and watch out for one-another.

Recent OSHA initiatives encourage workplaces to cultivate a “Culture of Safety,” where safety is a

Said the documents: I make this pledge to my co-workers and my family.

continuous conversation and a core organizational

“This was amazing,” said James Baker, a lead foreman.

value. At Service Scaffold, the Ingbers decided to take it

“For them to put this day together is really something, and

a step further:

I could tell that everyone here today was really into it.”

“We also figured, ‘why not make it fun,” Josh Ingber said.

The training was complete before lunchtime, but Safety

Josh, Zachary, Cory and Sam Ingber arrived early on their first ever Safety Day to ready the coffee and breakfast spread. Tables were set up classroom style, and laid out for each attendee was a brand new helmet, a

Day wasn’t quite over: Everyone was invited to Resorts World Catskills in nearby Monticello to share a meal and some team-building fun at the casino. Ubers, it was announced, would be provided.

fleece zip-up, and a thank-you note.

“We needed new gear,” Josh Ingber told the crew as they settled into their seats and looked over the swag.

“These are premium quality, and it’s what you guys

“It’s important that at the end of the day you all get home to your families” Ingber said.

“There is nothing more important than that.”

should have.”

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Woodbury Common Plans more Stores, Hotel, and (Whew) Additional Parking

By Lisa Ramirez, Director of Communications

The municipal review process is underway for proposed expansions and upgrades at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets.

Owners of the sprawling shopping center — Simon Property Group — hope to add new stores and restaurants, a second parking garage and, for the first time, a hotel.

“Woodbury Common Premium Outlets has been proud to be a dynamic source of economic growth generating hundreds of millions of dollars in tax revenue and thousands of jobs, as well as being a caring community neighbor,” said David Mistretta, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets General Manager.

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“This visionary proposal will further energize Woodbury Common, Orange County and the entire Hudson Valley as a world-class shopping and tourism destination that is so crucial to the region’s economic success today and in the future.”

— David Mistretta, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets General Manager

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Woodbury Common Plans More Stores, Hotel, and (Whew) Additional Parking

Though inarguably a success, the shopping center and the

the town and village of Woodbury, Orange County, the

traffic it generates has had its critics, and the expansion

Monroe-Woodbury School District, the Metropolitan

plans are likely to be scrutinized.

Transit Authority, and local police.

Nonetheless, support is robust, and throughout its various

Further, Fox said, it would create 3,000 jobs, 2,000

expansions - both minor and vast - Woodbury Common

construction jobs (1,659 on site), and another 770

has kept contractors and the construction trades busy. It has

additional full-time and part-time jobs. Construction stands

grown to become an international shopping destination,

to generate $250 million for the local and state economies.

drawing shoppers from nearby and across the globe to its 150-acre campus. “The Commons,” as it’s locally known, opened in 1985 with 25 stores and now features more than 250 retailers and eateries.

“Since Day One, Woodbury Common has been a great neighbor, created numerous entry level and career path jobs and been a major driver of both sales tax revenue and regional economic opportunity,” said Orange County

An estimated construction duration timeline was also presented to the board: • Parking Deck: 18 months • Niagara Region Retail and Storage: 14 months • Hotel: 16 months “Woodbury Common has long been an elite destination because of its premier – and unique – shopping

Executive Steven Neuhaus.

experience. This plan seeks to strengthen that brand

The expansion proposal — “Phase V” for The

of Woodbury Mayor Andrew Giacomazza. “The Village

Commons — includes: • 155,000 square feet of new retail and restaurant space

advantage and power an even greater future,” said Village of Woodbury looks forward to learning more about how this exciting proposal can benefit our residents, businesses and tax base.”

• A second parking deck, with spaces for 3,069 vehicles • Tenant storage space • A 200-room hotel • Additional walkways, crosswalks and landscaping, and enhanced “wayfinding.”

• A children’s play area The Simon Property Group owns 250 properties in 14 countries and about 30 U.S. states, and acquired Woodbury Common in 2004. There have since been several expansions, the most recent in 2014-2018. That upgrade included a parking garage, the Market Hall, and the designation of various “neighborhoods” in the retail property.

No PILOT for Proposed Woodbury Common Expansion New York State Sen. James Skoufis (D-42) announced that Woodbury Common will forgo a payment in lieu of taxes from the Orange County IDA and instead pay full property taxes on its proposed expansion. The senator’s support for the expansion, according to a news release, was contingent on this agreement, which also includes a requirement to use local construction labor.

“I want to thank Woodbury Common for coming to the table and engaging in a professional, intelligent discussion on incentives,” Skoufis said in a statement.

“For every tax dollar that’s generated from this

Simon’s Vice President of Engineering and Product

retail expansion, that’s one less dollar that has to

Development Timothy Fox told the Village of Woodbury

come from local residents to fund our municipalities

Planning Board that once complete, the project could generate an additional $20 million in tax revenue annually, with substantial property and sales tax revenue going to

and schools, making this agreement a major win for the community. This is what smart economic development looks like.”

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Sullivan Airport Lands PLA Agreement

By Lisa Ramirez, Director of Communications

A Project Labor Agreement is in place at Sullivan County Airport in White Lake, an aging rural airstrip slated for $24 million in improvements.

The $24 million project – $18.5 million of which is

The PLA agreement was reached by the Sullivan County

completed by May 2025. The two-story facility will boast

Legislature, County Manager Joshua Potosek and Hudson Valley Building & Construction Trades Council President L. Todd Diorio.

“I commend Sullivan County elected officials and the county manager for the commitment to a PLA,” said Diorio. “PLAs have been successful in Sullivan County and the entire Hudson Valley, ensuring quality construction projects brought in on time, on budget, and ensuring local labor on these projects.”

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coming from New York’s Upstate Airport Development & Revitalization Program – has begun with the demolition of the 54-year-old original terminal over the summer. It is expected that a new, 12,000-square-foot terminal will be a mezzanine, outdoor deck, and office space, with the improvements catering to corporate air traffic.

“I’ve been happy to work with the labor unions and the Legislature on this important agreement,” Potosek said.

“PLAs like this provide for stability, consistency and efficiency on major projects, keeping costs down. The last one we signed was for the construction of the county jail, and it proved to be beneficial.”

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“As a legislator and former chair of the legislature’s Public Works Committee, I’ve encouraged PLAs to be put together whenever possible, as they eliminate problems that otherwise might cause a project to be delayed or even derailed,” said District 7 Legislator Joe Perrello, who chaired the Public Works Committee when the project was first discussed.

Sullivan County International Airport first opened in the late 1960s and is near the villages of Liberty and Monticello. It is also close to Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, site of the Woodstock Music Festival, and many Woodstock performers reportedly arrived at the airport via helicopter. For a time, flights were available between Sullivan and Toronto and Montreal in Canada, earning Sullivan its “International” designation.

The airport is expected to remain open during construction.

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Resolve to Strengthen Your Bidding Process in 2024 Creating winning project bids is a science unto itself. Do it right and you open up opportunities to maintain or enhance your business’ profitability (pending actual performance on-the-job). The secret is to not forget to invest the time and attention to show why your business is the best for the job.

Michael Turturro, CPA Managing Partner RBT CPAs mturturro@rbtcpas.com

In truth, that’s easier said than done, but there are ways to promote your chance at success.

Before anything else, consider whether a project is worth bidding on. If a job is simply a stretch, don’t do it. If there’s slim to no chance of winning, take a pass. Invest in bidding on projects that match your

Make sure you completely understand the project scope. Become familiar with all project documents, plans and specifications, including bonding requirements, inspections, and security clearance. Review the request in detail, noting important points like whether you have to be prequalified to bid, the submission deadline, mandatory meetings, and any specific materials required. If you need clarification, ask! Not including all information requested can be an automatic reason for denial.

Research the company requesting the bid and any team members (i.e., architects) to gain insights into their values and priorities, client base, past projects, and more.

capabilities and business goals.

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Resolve to Strengthen Your Bidding Process in 2024

Assess risks and define how you plan on mitigating

Once you have a final bid, consider whether it will prove

them. Are there any red flags that can cause problems

beneficial for your business. Sometimes not making a bid is

like unknown site conditions, safety concerns, accelerated

the best decision you can make.

timelines, or inaccurate bidding documents?

Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site visits to

If you decide to move ahead with submitting the bid, have someone else proofread it and dou-

clarify project requirements and obtain answers to

ble-check all of the math. Confirm that all requested

any questions. Are any bonds required? Does the client

paperwork is included.

have participation goals for minority businesses or ESG? Can you substitute materials? Your goal should be to clarify expectations and identify any potential issues (like a work site not being easily accessible).

Define costs, accountabilities (who is responsible for what), and a project timeline. Estimates should encompass labor, mobilization, equipment (including fuel and transportation to/from a work site), and materials. If a job requires subcontractor work, get bids from at least three subcontractors and review closely for competitiveness, completeness, and accuracy. When it comes to accurate takeoffs and measurements, the importance cannot be overstated.

After submitting your bid, maintain communication with the potential client, subcontractors, and suppliers. Don’t hesitate to reach out to the potential client for periodic updates, especially if the project can impact other bids and work.

Finally, periodically review your bid process. How many projects have you won or lost? For losses, consider reaching out to the client or project manager for feedback.

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New State Law:

NY Employers Must Disclose Pay Rates in Job Ads

By Lisa Ramirez New legislation aimed at combating wage disparities and

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, women made

promoting transparency in compensation practices came

83 cents for every dollar made by men in 2020. Salary

into effect late last year, granting New York’s employees

disparities are even greater among Black women (64 cents)

access to compensation information and better enabling

and Latinas (57 cents).

them to make informed career decisions.

New York State Labor Law 194-b requires New York businesses with four or more employees to list compensation ranges for designated job opportunities, promotions and transfers. These ranges include the minimum and

Here are some of the law’s key components: ● Employers with four or more employees must disclose the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly wage in job postings (not including independent contractors).

maximum annual salary or the hourly compensation. The

● Advertisements, including newspaper ads, printed

law, which further prohibits employers from retaliating

flyers, social media posts, website posts and emails –

against employees who discuss their compensation with

must include the compensation or compensation range.

their coworkers, went into effect Sept. 17, 2023.

Employers must believe in good faith that the posted salary

“In order for New York to continue being the best place to work, we must create the best protections for our workers, and this legislation will help do exactly that,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said. “This historic measure will usher in a new era of fairness and transparency for New York’s workforce and will be a critical tool in our efforts to end pervasive pay

range is accurate. ● The law does not apply to municipal employers. ● The law applies to postings that advertise a job, promotion, or transfer opportunity for potential applicants, both internally and externally.

gaps for women and people of color.”

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● The requirements apply to postings for jobs physically

● Employers that violate the law face civil penalties of

performed in New York as well as to workers outside the

$1,000 for a first violation; $2,000 for a second violation,

state who report to an office or supervisor in New York.

and $3,000 for a third or any subsequent violation.

● The pay range cannot include other forms of compensa-

“This is something that, organically, workers are asking

tion or benefits such as tips, employer-provided insurance

for,” said State Senator Jessica Ramos, who represents

or retirement savings. However, employers are encouraged

parts of Queens and was a sponsor of the legislation.

to disclose such benefits separately.

“Particularly with young people entering the workforce,

● Employers must state if a position is solely commission-based. ● Postings should include job descriptions. When the job title clearly conveys the job’s duties, for example, “dishwasher,” a job description is not required.

they’ll have a greater understanding about how their work is valued.”

Salary disclosure laws have also been enacted in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, and Washington, and a similar pay transparency ordinance has been in effect in New York City since 2022. Meanwhile,

● The range cannot be open-ended: it isn’t adequate

some states require employers provide salary range

to post a salary of $40K+, however, $40K - $42K is

information if an employee or job applicant asks for it.

acceptable.

For more information on the salary disclosure law, visit www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/LAB/194-B.

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Minimize Your Risk with Construction Phase Monitoring Bryan Figurski Manager of Construction Monitoring Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors

Employing state-of-the-art testing and inspection techniques such as Construction Phase Monitoring helps to minimize the impact of construction on adjacent structures and properties, ensuring that the quality of construction is maintained and the value of building and infrastructure assets is protected.

Additionally, by incorporating construction monitoring into your building project, you can greatly reduce your risk and insurance claims by providing documentation of structure and land conditions, both before construction begins and after your project is completed.

To safeguard adjacent structures and properties, many public works contracts and private development projects now require a Construction Phase Monitoring Program be developed and implemented.

An array of construction activities can affect adjacent properties. These activities include, but are not limited to: • Demolition: Removal of pre-existing structures or components • Excavation: Grading, spoil loading, hauling, and compaction • Underpinning: Strengthening the foundation of an existing adjacent structure • Pile driving or drilling: Structural support of various types of structures such as buildings, bridges, and various infrastructure • Sheet pile driving: Embankment erosion protection or barrier soil stability, retaining support • Rock blasting or chipping: Removal of bedrock

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Minimize Your Risk with Construction Phase Monitoring

A Construction Monitoring Program is made up the following: Pre-Construction Documentation Survey The goal of the pre-construction survey is to document the existing conditions of adjacent structures and identify potential locations for monitoring. This survey includes: ● Non-invasive visual observation of the existing conditions. Main areas that are documented include exterior and foundation walls, basement floors and ceilings, and roofs adjacent to the project site. ● Documentation of visible structural and cosmetic defects, such as cracks, signs of settlement, and water damage ● All findings are documented at the completion of the survey and included in a final report.

Construction Monitoring Plan A monitoring plan is developed for the protection of adjacent structures based on the proposed scope of construction and the findings of the pre-construction documentation survey. The plan is created according to the requirements of the applicable codes or project specifications and indicates: ● The type of equipment ● Location of monitoring devices ● Frequency of readings ● The criteria for review ● The acceptable values of movement and protocols should these values Depending on the location of your project and type of adjacent structure, the applicable codes or governing agencies typically have one or

be exceeded

Construction Monitoring Services

more of these requirements:

With the monitoring plan in place, experts watch for any variations during

• A Construction Monitoring Plan

- which employs a system of marking points and optical prisms using

• Pre-construction documentation of adjacent property or structures • Construction phase monitoring, which may include:

the construction activity. In this phase, remote monitoring technology precision vibration and survey instruments, taken as frequently as necessary any time of the day, with reports issued daily - plays an important role. Remote monitoring also enables the client to control the frequency of measurements and, therefore, the cost of services.

Post Construction Condition Inspection

○ Vibration monitoring

A post-construction condition inspection is performed after completion

○ Tilt monitoring

of the construction phases and compares the current conditions of the

○ Crack monitoring ○ Optical survey monitoring ○ Historical landmark monitoring • Post construction evaluation/inspection

adjacent structure or property to the findings of the pre-construction documentation survey. Any new damage or changes to pre-existing conditions is documented and reported. Finally, a comparison report is provided. continued...

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Minimize Your Risk with Construction Phase Monitoring

Making Mill Street Safer with Remote Monitoring Technology Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, D.P.C. performed geotechnical services to investigate the root causes of a slope failure along Moodna Creek and Orange County Route 32. The area is prone to extreme flooding, and has been especially hard-hit by hurricanes and severe storms.

As part of the ongoing monitoring program, a Tectonic team installed sensors along the slope, providing real-time monitoring for instability and failure. This serves as an early warning system, enabling local officials to take action, if necessary, and close Mill Street, which runs along the Moodna, to traffic.

approaching a near-vertical condition.

Tectonics’ scope included the review of aerial photographs and other data to assess the rate of failure; a desktop model, and an evaluation of the slope’s stability and ongoing failures through active sensor monitoring, topographic information, site observations and their expertise of local soils.

The Moodna Creek watershed covers about 180 square miles of eastern Orange County, stretching from Warwick and Tuxedo to the south; Newburgh and Montgomery to the north; Goshen and Hamptonburgh to the west, and Cornwall and Highlands to the east.

The creek empties into the Hudson River just north of Cornwall-on-Hudson.

The slope has a height of approximately 96 feet between the stream bank and the western edge of Mill Street, over a total length of about 178 feet. The face of the slope varies, with the angle near the head scarp

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Collecting Workers’ Comp?

Don’t “Forget” to Report that Side Hustle Barry Lovell, President Lovell Safety Management Co., LLC. 212-709-8600 blovell@lovellsafety.com

One of the most common types of claimant fraud we see in the workers’ compensation system involves the failure of claimants to notify carriers and their employers when they begin receiving money for work. This phenomenon has grown with the rise of the gig economy, which has multiplied the opportunities to perform part-time, intermittent work - often for cash.

injury average weekly wage. This

crimes they consider more serious. As

benefit is not subject to taxation,

a result, a very small number of claims

which increases its value. Had the

result in 114 convictions relative to

scrap metal dealer disclosed the

the number of 114-a claims.

income, they might have seen an increase in compensation benefits.

But the current state of case law results in a very significant Catch-22. In a

Claimants also mistakenly believe

case currently before the appellate

that work performed “off the books”

division, a claimant was convicted of

would somehow not count. In fact,

selling guns while collecting workers’

the Board’s definition of remuneration

compensation benefits. The Attorney

extends well beyond what might

General, however, elected not to

In some cases, the work done by

appear on a W-2. For example, there

pursue a section 114 conviction as

the claimant is inconsistent with

are several cases where the Board has

part of the criminal prosecution, so the

the claimant’s medical condition.

found illegal drug sales to constitute

carrier raised section 114-a before the

But even work performed within

work for remuneration, and gone on to

Workers’ Compensation Board. The

a claimant’s disabilities can lead

establish fraud. But these claims bring

Board declined to adjudicate the section

to a finding of fraud when it is not

their own complexities.

114-a issue because the claimant could

disclosed. For example, a recent

not be present to defend themselves

and selling scrap metal. While

There are two broad categories of fraud in the Workers’ Compensation Statute: 114 and 114-a.

medical experts might have disagreed

• Section 114 makes it criminally

regarding whether the activities fell

fraudulent for employers, carriers,

within the scope of disability, that

their agents, and claimants to inten-

issue was never raised, as the claimant

tionally lie in order to obtain benefits

had lied about performing work for

or lower insurance costs. Section 114

money. As a result, their indemnity

fraud is a court proceeding which can

benefits were suspended.

result in a class E felony conviction.

The irony of cases like this one is

• Section 114-a permits the

that the system was specifically set

Workers’ Compensation Board to

up to provide incentives for claimants

disqualify a claimant from receiving

to return to work. In New York,

benefits if they make a false statement

claimants are entitled to reduced

or representation as to a material fact.

experience modifier, as the carrier

As a practical matter, it is difficult

is adjudicated. It remains to be seen

case involved a claimant who was permanently partially disabled. The claimant was found to be collecting

earnings. If an injured worker goes back to work at a lower wage than their pre-injury wage, then they are entitled to two-thirds of the difference between their pre-injury and post 34

to convince District Attorneys to prioritize section 114 fraud claims,

as a result of their prison sentence.

The carrier appealed, claiming that the Board already has sufficient evidence to adjudicate the claim.

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As a result, delaying the proceedings before the Board means that the employer will still pay increased premiums for this claim through their must maintain a reserve until the claim how the court will decide this issue.

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Building a Better New Year Resolutions for the Construction Industry

As I grow older it seems time is speeding up,

So here are the resolutions I’m considering,

as if days are swallowed up in a rush to reach

both new habits and some things I plan to

dates on a calendar. Bid due dates, meetings,

leave behind:

holidays, birthdays and vacations. A week speed of a week.

Stop chasing people and clients that treat us badly.

Why do we do this to ourselves? Moving

It seems as if our industry has become viewed

feels like a day and a month goes by with the

this fast it’s hard to learn from mistakes and Dan Depew Director of Business Development Holt Construction

reflect on what did — and what didn’t —

contractors, subcontractors, engineers,

happen.

architects — have clients who look only at

We set New Year resolutions as a way of

are being honest with them, telling them what

separating the past and the future, and for

they need to hear and not simply what they

me, nothing draws a clearer line than the

want to hear. They take you and your people

new numbers — now it’s “24” — at the end

for granted.

of dates. It’s when we reset our goals, both personal and professional.

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as a plug and play object. All of us — general

the bottom line. They ignore you when you

It costs money to estimate projects and attend events. Pricing changes so quotes

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Building a Better New Year: Resolutions for the Construction Industry

can’t last forever. Communication should be a two-way street,

Employees should know that they are not competing with the

and we all know it costs money when payments aren’t timely.

person sitting next to them, but they are competing with the

This year, fire the clients and so-called friends that don’t

best person for the job who perhaps you haven’t hired yet.

respect you. Together we can reset the tone for business and

In 2024, vow to treat your people fairly, don’t be petty and

relationships in the Hudson Valley.

get rid of the dead weight.

End the PILOT wars.

Make 2024 a year of achievement.

You have to live under a rock to not know that our IDA and

I have a mentor who says, “Never ever never never ever set a

State Senator haven’t been singing Kumbaya together.

goal without a deadline.”

There is a lot of room for improvement, but a better strategy

If you’re on a committee or a board, how many times have

is being held hostage by the current modus operandi.

you discussed a great idea or initiative but it never got off the

Truth is, this fight does a lot of harm, including to the tax

ground? Probably a lot.

base growth, jobs, and local labor. PILOTS should not be corporate welfare either. Both parties are smart and creative and should be listening to one another and working together.

So with the authority vested in me by nobody, I call for an armistice. Let’s make a list of what we agree on and build from there. Villainization continues to draw energy away from our shared goals, rendering us stagnant in an ever-changing world.

In fact, a recent survey found that people don’t join groups or boards because, it seems, nothing ever gets done. Truth is, a goal is not a goal without an attainable deadline, and a deadline should never be allowed to pass without success.

If you are asked to do something, ask for a deadline; if you are setting a goal, articulate clear deadlines before walking away from the table. You will see a change for the better.

I know that if we stand together and combine our efforts we

Take care of yourself and others.

can be unstoppable. Let’s see what creative ideas we can

We are drinking too much and eating too much, and if we

produce and make our region a model for business attraction, good careers, and local labor opportunities, based on fair deals.

Name the time and place. Coffee’s on me.

don’t slow down we’re going to pay.

During the pandemic a cultural shift increased the acceptance of social, even excessive, drinking. And habits form quickly;

Don’t tolerate bad behavior.

doing something for 90 days has a high “stickiness rate.”

The pandemic fostered a world in which employee/employer

The pandemic may have faded but the effects linger.

relationships are in flux, with tensions over everything from remote work policies to pay expectations to the demand for flexible hours. This has created the misnomer that if you hold employees accountable you’ll lose them, and that it’s better to

“Dry January” is an opportunity to take a break from alcohol, and I think it is a good thing. For some, breaking a habit is easy; others struggle. Let’s be kind and create an environment

keep a bad worker than try to find a good one.

of mature support for those who have made a resolution to

When employers allow inappropriate behavior to go

fortable. If you enjoy seeing them socially, don’t pressure

unaddressed it becomes a cancer for the organization (and

them to imbibe.

speaks volumes about the quality of management.)

abstain. Encourage them, and don’t make them feel uncom-

Lastly, a gym membership can cost as little as $10 a month

The old saying goes: “You make your money when you buy;

but is a meaningful employee benefit. Gift them with a

you make your company when you hire.” But do you rush to

membership and offer incentives to use it.

fill gaps? Are you willing to search for the right people, even if it takes time and effort? It is better to have no one than to settle.

Now let’s take care of business — and each other — and have a great year.

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‘Scaffold Law’ Claims Fail where Worker was ‘Sole Proximate Cause’ of Injuries

Thomas H. Welby, P.E., Esq.

Gregory J. Spaun, Esq.

We recently discussed how Sections 200, 240(1), and 241(6)

safety measures “as to give proper protection to a person

of New York’s Labor Law — commonly referred to as the

so employed.”

“Scaffold Law” — apply only to workers and not to third parties, such as a building inspector, who may be on the project site. While this holding can offer some relief to contractors and property owners, it is widely accepted that when the victim of the injury is, in fact, a worker, there is nothing much left to be done other than pay the worker for injuries suffered.

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The question remains as to whether contractors and owners are liable where they could have done nothing else to prevent an accident. A trial court, in Becker v Cornell University, answers that question.

The Case Lori Becker, a sheet metal worker since 2010, found herself installing architectural sheet metal on a roof dormer at Cornell University’s Sage Hall in December 2019. While performing her work, her ladder, which she had set up, slipped and fell six feet to a separate roof below, and then slid another 20 feet,

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‘Scaffold Law’ Claims Fail Where Worker was ‘Sole Proximate Cause’ of Injuries

taking Becker for a “sled ride.” As a

After discovery, both parties moved for

result, she sustained multiple fractures

summary judgment. Becker argued that

of her right leg.

as the ladder fell, she met her burden

Becker testified at her deposition that she had been trained on the proper use and securing of ladders, including OHSA-30 training. She also testified that she had used this same ladder each day while on this jobsite but did not

on the motion. Conversely, Cornell argued that Becker’s failure to tie off the ladder was the sole proximate cause

The Take-Aways It is no exaggeration to say that the Scaffold Law is viewed as the bane of New York’s construction industry.

Because of its absolute liability, the

of her accident.

Scaffold Law does not permit the

The Decision

also had any comparative fault, or

consideration of whether the plaintiff

The court denied Becker’s motion and

how much effort the contractor put

granted Cornell’s motion for summary

into safety, or otherwise preventing

judgment, dismissing the complaint. In

the accident in the first place. Rather,

doing so, the court acknowledged that

when arguing that the plaintiff was

generally a fall from a ladder, alone, is

the sole proximate cause of the

enough to establish a violation of the

accident, the case law makes it clear

Scaffold Law. However, the court cited

that “sole” proximate cause means

a previous Court of Appeals holding,

sole — i.e., that there can be no other

rejecting the proposition that “every

device, etc., — that would have

ladder injury leads ineluctably to

provided greater protection than that

liability under (the Scaffold Law).”

which was available.

After doing so, the court, citing well-es-

Likewise, there is a similar volume

tablished case law holding that “Plaintiff

of case law holding that simply

will be considered the sole proximate

failing to follow general safety in-

cause of her injuries, and there will be

structions is not sufficient, and that

no liability under the Labor Law, where

the worker must refuse to use that

the evidence establishes that ‘plaintiff

which she was directed to use (and

had adequate safety devices available;

was available). Stated differently,

that (she) knew both that they were

the contractor and owner not only

available and that (she) was expected

cannot have had any contribution to

to use them; that (she) chose for no

the happening of the accident — the

The project superintendent confirmed

good reason not to do so; and that had

accident had to have happened in

that Welliver McGuire had a policy that

(she) not made that choice (she) would

spite of the efforts of the owner and

required that ladders be secured, and

not have been injured,” held that as

the contractor.

that although he had seen Becker tie off

the materials to tie off the ladder were

the ladder on previous occasions, he had

readily available at the job site, and as

to instruct her to tie off the ladder before

Becker refused to use them although she

her accident, which she did not do. As to

had used them previously she was the

Becker’s rationale for not tying off the

sole proximate cause of her injuries. As

ladder — making a hole in the roof —

such, she could not recover under the

the superintendent testified that the area

Scaffold Law.

secure it on the day of her injury — although she had previously secured this ladder with a rope, screw and washer.

Ropes, screws and washers of the type she used to secure the ladder were readily available on the job site. She did not secure the ladder at the time of her injury because the roof was complete and she did not want to make a hole.

She acknowledged that she could have patched any hole that she made to secure the ladder.

This failure to secure the ladder violated her employer’s safety policy, which she received. The employer, Welliver McGuire, has a policy that stated unequivocally “all ladders must be tied off at or near the top of the ladder to prevent slippage.”

was going to be patched anyway, so a hole would not have been an issue.

This is a hard burden to meet, which is why victories on sole proximate cause arguments are rare. For this reason, contractors must document their safety plans and procedures, and communicate them to employees and job site contractors — and do so on an ongoing basis.

Thomas H. Welby is general counsel to the Construction Industry Council of Westchester and Hudson Valley, Inc., and the Building Contractors Assoc., and is founder of and senior counsel to the law firm of Welby, Brady & Greenblatt, LLP. Gregory J. Spaun is general counsel to the Queens and Bronx Building Assoc. and an attorney and a partner with the firm.

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In the News

Photo: Lisa Ramirez

PharmaCann Unveils Expansion, Celebrates “First Planting” PharmaCann hosted a “First Planting” ceremony at Pharma-

With the expanded capacity, PharmaCann said it will

Cann’s Orange County cannabis facility, an event attended

maintain about 250 “good-paying union jobs within the

by about 100 lawmakers, labor representatives, reporters,

Hudson Valley region.” Those jobs include chemists;

and economic development partners.

cultivation, extraction and processing technicians; scientists;

Following a press conference, Jeremy Unruh, Pharma-

supply chain managers and maintenance personnel.

Cann’s senior vice president of external affairs, led a tour of

Based in Illinois, PharmaCann is among the country’s

the facility, highlighted by the ceremonial cutting of fresh

largest commercial cannabis growers and processors, with

harvest. Jake Warsavage, general manager of cultivation,

cultivation, processing and dispensary locations in eight

did the honors.

states. The company has dispensaries in Albany, Syracuse,

The cultivation space was part of a two-year, $130 million expansion project managed by Holt Construction. The

Buffalo and the Bronx. The First Planting event was held in mid-October.

project employed 150 local, unionized laborers who contributed 175,000 hours of work.

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Stewart Welcomes Breeze Airways U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer of New York brought Breeze to Upstate New York in 2022 after launching a push to establish service at Syracuse Hancock International Airport. Breeze began service at Plattsburgh International Airport in 2023.

“Breeze Airways’ new service will help the local Hudson Valley economy soar and better connect the region with the key destinations for our families,” Schumer said.

Breeze Airways will begin operating out of New York

Stewart offers a convenient alternative to the New York/

Stewart International Airport (SWF) in February, the Port

New Jersey metropolitan region’s airports, but has long

Authority of New York recently announced.

struggled to attract and maintain passenger carriers. The

The airline will offer twice-weekly round-trip service to Orlando, Fla. and Charleston, S.C. beginning Feb. 15 and Feb. 16, respectively. Flights to Orlando will start at as low as $74 as it begins its service.

“This is a huge win for not just Orange County, but the entire Hudson Valley,” said U.S. Rep. Pat Ryan of New York. “This exciting investment will stimulate tourism, bolster economic development and bring new jobs to the region. We worked hard to add these new routes, and I look forward to Hudson Valley families taking full advantage.”

airport’s offerings also include: ● Daily nonstop service to Reykjavik, Iceland, with connections to Europe via PLAY Airlines. ● Service to Orlando-Sanford, Punta Gorda and St. Pete-Clearwater in Florida, plus Myrtle Beach, S.C., via Allegiant Air ● In 2023, Stewart offered the nation’s first nonstop service to the Faroe Islands with flights by Atlantic Airways.

MGM Resorts Betting Big on Yonkers “This is a momentous opportunity for the City of Yonkers and I’m excited for the future, knowing the development of MGM Empire City will create thousands of good-paying union jobs and the economic growth that will ensure our city continues to flourish and prosper,” said Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano. “Generations of Yonkers residents have worked at, enjoyed, and supported this historic property for 125 years, MGM Resorts International has unveiled plans to transition

and I am excited about the significant impacts this project will

Empire City Casino from a video lottery terminal racino

have for residents now and for the next 125 years.”

into a full-scale “MGM Empire City” destination with live-dealer table games, if awarded a commercial casino license for the site.

The plan will move forward only if MGM Resorts successfully secures one of three full commercial casino licenses currently up for bid in New York. The application process

Those plans include a casino floor redevelopment and

and timeline is expected to be provided by the state’s

expansion; a 5,000-capacity entertainment venue; BetMGM

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sportsbook; food and beverage outlets; cocktail lounges and meeting spaces. MGM Resorts acquired Empire City Casino in 2019.

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Building a Better World

CCA members are among the kindest, most generous people around.

Here, we celebrate their good deeds:

So No Special Day is Forgotten

Bingo for a Great Cause The Business and Professional Women’s Club of Port Jervis hosted this first Designer Bag and Bling Bingo event, raising funds to support their community efforts and putting some beautiful new accessories on the arms of attendees.

The banquet room at the Best Western was full as guests enjoyed brunch, bingo, raffles and music, winning accessories and designer bags from the likes of Marc Jacobs, Tory Burch, Kate Spade, even Louis Vuitton.

CCA Board Member Charlotte Van Horn, president of Tri-State Drywall & Acoustical, Inc., was among the event

There are big days in every kid’s life. Birthdays, prom,

organizers and serves as the group’s vice president.

middle school moving up, bat mitzvah

To learn more about the Business and Professional

and First Communion and making the honor roll.

Thing is, for children in foster care and residential homes,

Women’s Club of Port Jervis visit them on Facebook or email portjervisbpw@yahoo.com.

those very special days can fall by the wayside, passing without fanfare or recognition.

And this is where Project My Day comes in. Founded in 2023 by Amanda Oberpriller, the Newburgh-based nonprofit’s mission is to bring joy into the lives of children in foster care, making sure special days are recognized with a gift and a bit of fuss. In less than a year, the organization has ensured that more than 500 days were made special for children and teens in Orange and Dutchess counties.

Project My Day’s lean volunteer workforce — headed by Oberpriller, its president — includes James Oberpriller, her husband and vice president, and Joe Perez, the second vice president. James and Joe are colleagues at long-time CCA member Paramount Building Construction. Matt Ross, Council Rep. at Carpenters Local 279, is Project My Day’s treasurer. High school students have organized “wrapping events” to help out, and in November they hosted their first Holiday Shopping Kick-Off and Fashion Show Fundraiser at the Academy Keepsake in Poughkeepsie.

To learn more, visit www.ProjectMyDayInc.org.

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Building a Better World

Gathering to Give

Carpenters Honor Those Who Served North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters joined forces with countless other volunteers to place evergreen wreaths on the graves of America’s veterans.

The volunteers spent much of Saturday, Dec. 16 visiting local cemeteries, placing the wreaths on the final resting

The Construction Contractors Association ushers in the festive season with an Annual Holiday Get-Together and Giving Event, a long-standing tradition that through the years has raised tens of thousands of dollars for local organizations.

places of our nation’s heroes. As the wreaths are placed, the name of the veteran is said aloud, ensuring their sacrifice is not forgotten. Each year, more than three million veterans are remembered in all 50 states, at sea, and abroad.

Wreaths Across America has been honoring veterans for

Held at the Powelton Club, this year the CCA feted two great non-profits; Make-a-Wish Hudson Valley

more than 30 years.

To learn more, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.

and Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties. In all, upwards of 150 people attended — including CCA members, friends and local dignitaries — and enjoyed an evening of great food and comradery, all while supporting two immensely important institutions.

“Everyone in the room was projecting kindness and caring,” said Sandra Cassese, president and CEO of Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties.

Hospice offers palliative care for individuals diagnosed with a life expectancy of six months or less. Care includes pain and symptom control so the patient can live as fully and comfortably as possible, and Hospice considers the entire family, not just the patient.

To learn more visit www.hospiceoforange.com.

Serving Delaware, Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester counties, Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley works to ensure that every child who qualifies for their services is granted their fondest wish. Each year, the chapter grants about 120 wishes.

To learn more, visit www.wish.org/hudson.

“We chose those two organizations because they have consistently served our local community, filling a crucial need,” said CCA Executive Director Alan Seidman. “We are happy to support them and grateful for the good works they do.”

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Safety Roundup

By Lisa Ramirez, Director of Communications

Fire Safety is Everyone’s Job

The NFPA offers these discussion points to help get the fire safety conversion going:

The start of the year is a good time to assess your

● Call 911 and sound the alarm. Yell if necessary.

organization’s fire safety protocols. After all, knowing how to recognize, react to, or eliminate fire hazards greatly decreases the risk of fire, and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) urges regular review of your safety plan.

Many fires are a result of inattention to job site operations and surrounding conditions, and this can result in the loss of life and property. Meanwhile, most fires can be easily extinguished if caught quickly and extinguishing tools are handy.

If There’s a Fire: ● If possible without risk of harm, the fire is small, and proper firefighting tools are available, attempt to extinguish it. ● Evacuate the area. ● Direct the fire department to the area of the fire.

Be Sure to Know: ● The fire department phone number (911) ● The location of the nearest cross street to give the fire department directions. ● Where fire extinguishers are located and how to use them. ● How to evacuate the work area.

Prevention: ● Regularly inspect fire extinguishers. ● Keep the work area free of debris. ● Designate high-risk areas as “no smoking” areas.

Enforce no smoking rules. ● Store flammable fuels and materials in approved containers. ● Check temporary wiring and electrical tools for defects. ● Clearly post emergency numbers and job site location, including nearest cross streets.

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Safety Roundup

Drowsy Driving: A Hidden Safety Hazard

The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) recommends these steps to promote healthy sleep:

Operating a motor vehicle when sleepy is known as

● Spend time in bright light during the day

drowsy driving, and it significantly increases the risk of car crashes, injury and death.

To Prepare for Safe Daytime Driving (natural light or equivalent brightness). ● Exercise regularly for a deeper sleep. Aim for

Drowsy driving can affect anyone who gets behind the

30 minutes a day, five days a week.

wheel, but the demanding and often erratic schedules

● Eat meals at a consistent time each day.

of people who work in the construction industry place them at a particular risk. And while there is no exact measure, data from the Centers for Disease Control indicates that one in every 25 adults has fallen asleep behind the wheel in the past month.

Just like drunk, drugged, and distracted driving, drowsy driving is a public health issue, killing about 6,400 people in the U.S. each year. Meanwhile, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports an estimated 100,000 crashes annually are caused by drowsy driving, resulting in 71,000 injuries and

To Prepare for Safe Night Driving ● Avoid heavy meals, nicotine, caffeine and alcohol before bedtime. ● Establish a routine with a relaxing wind-down to help get the sleep you need each night (7-9 hours for most adults) ● Put your electronic devices away an hour before bedtime. ● Sleep in a quiet, cool and dark environment.

$12.5 million in damages.

When you drive without adequate sleep, your motor skills are seriously impaired. In fact, experts say that motorists who’ve slept fewer than 5 hours in the last 24 are unfit to drive.

Here are the signs of drowsy driving: ● Frequent yawning or difficulty keeping your eyes open ● Nodding off or trouble keeping your head up ● Inability to remember the last few miles ● Missing signs or turns ● Difficulty maintaining proper speed ● Drifting out of your lane Then there are dangerous microsleeps — when a driver dozes off for a few seconds — which can cause the car to veer off the road or collide with another vehicle.

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US Labor Dept., National Labor Relations Board Strengthen Info-Sharing, Outreach on Whistleblower Protections The U.S. Department of Labor and the National Labor Relations Board has announced that the department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the NLRB have signed an agreement to strengthen the agencies’ partnership and outline procedures for information-sharing, referrals, training and outreach that explain federal anti-retaliation protections.

“Everyone should be able to exercise their legal rights in the workplace without fear of losing their job or other forms of punishment,” said Assistant Secretary

OSHA Alert | A Forklift Safety Reminder Forklifts are an essential piece of equipment, and although they make work more efficient, they can also pose serious hazards to those operating or working near them.

for Occupational Safety and Health Doug Parker. “Our partnership with the National Labor Relations Board will expand both of our agencies’ impact and effectiveness in protecting workers.”

The collaboration also creates mechanisms to increase overall awareness on the rights and remedies available under federal anti-retaliation and whistleblower protection laws. The agencies have jointly created

OSHA reminds employers and workers that these

a fact sheet, “Building Safe & Healthy Workplaces

hazards can be prevented by taking the following steps:

by Promoting Worker Voice” to help workers better

● Always wear seatbelts when operating a forklift ● Never exceed the rated load, and ensure loads are balanced. ● Make sure you have enough clearance when raising and loading materials. ● Watch for pedestrians. ● Observe speed limits. ● Keep a safe distance from platform and ramp edges.

understand what recourse they have when their rights are violated.

“Workplace safety can be a matter of life and death for workers,” said National Labor Relations Board General Counsel Jennifer A. Abruzzo. “The ability to report workplace hazards without fear of retaliation is critically important.”

For more information on forklift safety, visit

The Memorandum of Understanding also enables OSHA

OSHA’s Powered Industrial Trucks Forklifts page

and the board to cooperate more effectively and efficiently

at www.osha.gov/powered-industrial-trucks.

to enforce related laws and protect workers’ rights.

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Businesses Leaders Optimistic as Recession Fears Subside Scacco, a Wall Street industry veteran, shared a welcome outlook.

“We’ve been hearing about how we are going into a recession for over a year, and the data does not support that,” Scacco said.

“Construction, as well as consumer activity, is very strong; the GDP continues to power ahead; inflation is coming down substantially; interest rates are calming; supply-chain levels

As Q4 2023 drew to a close, a panel of industry experts convened to discuss the region’s economy and the strength and resilience of its business community.

The “Real Estate & Economic Forum: Driving the Hudson Valley Forward” hosted by Orange Bank & Trust featured leading banking, real estate and construction voices.

have normalized; housing prices have come down nationally, although not in the Northeast; wages, job openings and quit rates are trending lower, which provides more stability to employers; and small businesses are feeling a lot better. Unless there’s some sort of a shock, we’re not having a recession in the next six months, and we’re positively optimistic about the first half of 2024.”

The panel agreed the economy has stabilized after a difficult and uneven three years, and are optimistic for continued

Bauman shared some real estate insights: “Our residential

growth. Key issues facing the business community are

real estate market has been experiencing high demand and

workforce shortages, inflation, supply-chain pressures,

high prices, with the current lack of inventory only pushing

housing, construction and infrastructure initiatives, and the

prices higher,” said Bauman. “Commercial real estate is

lending environment.

more complex. Multi-family remains strong. Hospitality is

The panelists included CCA Executive Director Alan Seidman; Carmen Bauman, Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors; Construction Industry Council of Westchester & Hudson Valley Executive Director John T. Cooney Jr.;

on the cusp of a rebound. The industrial warehouse sector has growth, largely driven by the prevalence of e-commerce during the pandemic, while the inverse became true for traditional retail.”

Business Council of Westchester CEO Dr. Marsha Gordon

However, office space remains an open question, she said,

and Hudson Valley Investment Advisors CEO Gus Scacco. It

“as almost all companies, large and small, are reconsidering

was moderated by Orange Bank Executive VP Greg Sousa.

their needs.”

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Businesses Leaders Optimistic as Recession Fears Subside

Meanwhile, construction, said Cooney, is “robust.”

“Its stimulus is essentially driven by immense growth in commercial and health care-focused development, increased federal investment such as the Infrastructure Investment

to see significant growth in so many key sectors of our economy, including health care and biosciences being driven by Regeneron, film and video thanks to Lionsgate, and professional services.”

and Jobs Act, and municipal spending supported by the

Seidman agreed, pointing to several large projects on

American Rescue Plan Act,” Cooney said. “Companies have

the horizon.

met this increased demand by investing in new and more productive equipment, but also by investing in workforce development for existing employees, and leading efforts to attract a new and more diverse workforce.”

“There is plenty of work to keep the construction sector active for the foreseeable future,” Seidman said. “There is a large state project starting in early 2024 in New Hampton, and also new development and improvements

One challenge, the panelists noted, is attracting —

happening at West Point. Unfortunately, we are also seeing

and keeping — good people.

an exodus of businesses and people leaving New York,

“One of the most persistent challenges for businesses that we’ve been helping our members with is strengthening efforts to effectively attract and retain

many citing high taxes and unfriendly regulatory environments, and we have to be mindful of those negative trends also impacting the economy.”

top talent,” Gordon said. “But overall, we’re gratified

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SMACNA Annual Convention Takes Phoenix It seemed as though the entire sheet metal industry converged in Phoenix for SMACNA’s 79th Annual Convention, all but taking over the sprawling JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa. For the better part of a week, attendees, including a strong contingent from SMACNA Southeastern New York, gathered for meetings and business sessions, strolled the extensive product show, and dove deep into the policies, procedures and issues currently facing the industry. continued...

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SMACNA Annual Convention Takes Phoenix

Convention Highlights Chapter Executive of the Year James T. Strother Jr., Executive Director of SMACNA of Western Pennsylvania, was named Chapter Executive of the Year. The award is given to the person who has positively and significantly impacted SMACNA as a national association and the local chapter.

Strother joined SMACNA of Western Pennsylvania in 2001 as executive director, a role he’s held since. During his tenure, he’s championed a strong working relationship with SMART Local 12 and has assisted members through labor relations and contract negotiations. Strother has also been crucial in SMACNA’s legislative work at both the state and national level.

Before joining SMACNA of Western Pennsylvania, Strother was Director of Safety and Health for SMACNA National and Asst. Director of Safety and Health for the AFL-CIO, where he helped update OSHA 40-hour construction safety programming. He is also the co-chair for SMART 12’s healthcare and retirement plans management; a Builders Guild of Western Pennsylvania member, and a National Joint Adjustment Board arbitrator.

Contractor of the Year Kevin Gill Jr., President of McCusker-Gill, was named Contractor of the Year, an award given to a professional who exceeds all expectations of serving and promoting the industry.

“Kevin and the team at McCusker-Gill have been at the forefront of thoughtfully adapting the latest technological innovations in a way that supports our mission of promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industries,” said Aaron Hilger, SMACNA’s chief executive officer. “Kevin’s insights have helped keep our membership informed in this ever-changing technological space.”

Gill Jr. succeeded his father — and 2003 SMACNA Contractor of the Year winner — as president of McCusker-Gill in 2022. McCusker-Gill is a second-generation straight-line HVAC subcontractor in Boston with 15 full-time BIM/VDC detailers working in Revit 2023. The company has worked on notable projects, including Brigham & Women’s Building for Transformative Medicine, Boston University’s Center for Integrated Life Sciences and Engineering, and Encore Boston Harbor, which had over one million pounds of ductwork.

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SMACNA Annual Convention Takes Phoenix

ACHR’s 2023 NEWSMakers Stan Kolbe, SMACNA’s Executive Director of Legislative and Political Affairs, was named as one of ACHR’s 2023 Newsmakers. The leading publication, which extensively covers the air conditioning, heating and refrigeration industry, recognized Kolbe for building upon the positive momentum of previous years, which saw pro-HVAC legislation such as the American Rescue Plan, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act clear Congress.

“We’re entering a new Great Works era with these laws, and our members are looking around and asking, ‘where will we find and how can we train all the skilled workers we need’?”

Kolbe said. “This policy success has been the culmination of decades-long efforts and thousands of letters, thousands of meetings by contractors and policy experts as well as labor allies and advocates. For half a century SMACNA’s slogan has been, “Together, we do it better.”

The SMACNA 2024 Annual Convention is scheduled for October 27-30, 2024 at JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa in Palm Desert, CA.

SMACNA National Chooses Board President, VP The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association, has chosen its new board president and vice president.

Carol Duncan, CEO and Owner of General Sheet Metal, will serve her year-long term as president for SMACNA. In her new role, Duncan will be focused on the BE4ALL initiative, a joint effort of SMACNA, SMART and the International Training Institute, to positively impact the industry’s work culture and meet the real-world demand for the best and most qualified workforce.

Scott Vidimos, President of Vidimos, will serve his year-long term as vice president for SMACNA. An active member of SMACNA both nationally and locally, Vidimos has served in many roles and committees, including SMACNA’s Industrial Contractors Council Steering Committee, Technical Resources Committee, Budget and Finance Committee, Director Nominating Committee and as a SMACNA-IFUS Trustee. Vidimos has also been heavily involved in his local chapter, the Northern Indiana Sheet Metal Contractors Association.

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Planning the Unexpected An effective workplace emergency plan is critical to every organization

Robin Seidman specializes in general HR policy and procedures. rseidman@ccahv.com

With a new year starting, it’s always a good idea to review certain processes and procedures to make sure they are up-to-date, accurate and still relevant.

One of the most important procedures that should be on the top of the list is the Emergency Action Plan – a plan that ensures the safety and wellbeing of your staff and possibly even customers when an emergency incident occurs.

There are many reasons a plan is critical to a business. When an emergency occurs

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whether it is a natural disaster or something as simple as a snowstorm, your employees knowing what to do, where to go and how to function could make the difference in safety and business continuation. Making decisions on the fly can result in an action that makes the situation even worse.

Instead, a well thought out plan that takes into consideration the business’s risk, brick and mortar, employees onsite and in the field, computer systems, etc., takes the guesswork out of the equation with solid steps to follow.

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Planning the Unexpected

So where to start? Assessing risk to your business and operations is first. Are you in a flood zone? Are there chemicals onsite? Do customers frequent your offices?

Are your vendors prepared for emergencies? Are there remote work options? In other words, what specifically does your business need to do to protect itself? Consider all realistic threats. Weather related for sure but what about fires, flooding, medical, chemical spills, intruders, internal violence, power outages, equipment failures, disease or pandemics. There should be a place in the plan for each possible event with clear instructions on how it is to be handled.

Once you have a clear understanding of what could happen, develop the plan with the goal of mitigating adverse consequences. Decide who is in charge of these situations and who makes the call as to which steps should be followed. Some incidents might require sheltering in place or evacuation while others may call for a lockdown. Make sure the plan states which option is used for each possible event.

For example, a business that has chemicals on the premises would likely call for building evacuation in the event of a fire. The plan should designate a safe spot for employees to gather, i.e. a parking lot. Who calls 911? Who makes sure all employees and visitors have evacuated? If there is time, do computers and drawers get locked? Are there important documents to retrieve? While it may appear to be overthinking, the details are important for a plan to be successful.

training since the instructions are posted on the device. Do you have a fully stocked medical kit that is easy to reach for all? Medical emergencies may be one of the most common incidents in a workplace and should not be overlooked.

Once you have a plan in place, sit with your staff to review.

Give each employee a written copy as well as instructions on where it is located in the office or on the computer. Make it interactive so the team can give feedback and ask questions for understanding. Some suggestions may need to be added – that’s a positive outcome from the meeting because it means they are aware of the significance of the plan.

If possible, conduct a test. Pick a likely situation and have the team respond as if it were real. Not only will the employees benefit from the exercise but you will be able to judge if there are weaknesses or deficiencies in the plan.

There are various internet sources with Emergency Plan templates that can streamline efforts to develop a plan.

Taking the time to think through the possible scenarios and the best way to respond to these events will certainly make it easier to develop a comprehensive plan that will protect yourself, your employees, your customers and your business.

If the COVID pandemic taught us anything, it taught us that bad stuff happens. Being prepared rather than being reactive will ensure that your business can deal with whatever emergencies come its way.

Clear communication is crucial. For this reason, each employee’s mobile phone number and both work and personal email addresses should be included in the document. Each employee should have an emergency contact on file. Phone numbers for service providers such as the power company, gas company, highway department, internet vendors should also be listed.

Don’t assume everyone knows the company address and phone number. Make sure it is prominent in the document.

In an emergency, time is critical so make it easy for those implementing the plan. Along the same line, note where the exits are, the fire extinguishers, even an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) if there is one onsite.

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Hat Tips!

The CCA congratulates our friends and colleagues on their achievements and recognitions.

Congratulations!

Charlotte Van Horn, President of Tri-State Drywall and Acoustical, Inc. and a member of the CCA’s Board of Directors, was among “Hudson Valley” magazine’s annual “Power Women” cover story. Van Horn was among a list of 350 entries, and one of only 18 women featured in the publication’s December issue.

Van Horn launched her company in 2005 with two business partners. She has since bought them both out. “I thought I wanted to be an accountant,” Van Horn told the magazine. “But after being in this business I really can’t see myself in any other career. It’s pretty spectacular to drive by an Amazon building and be able to say, ‘We built that’.”

The Sullivan County Partnership for Economic Development recognized several community leaders and businesses at their 29th annual meeting and awards, held Oct. 5 at Resorts World Catskills in Monticello:

The 2023 Walter A. Rhulen Award —which recognizes business excellence, community commitment and service to humanity — went to

Murray’s Chicken

Murray and Ellen Bresky of Murray’s Chicken.

The Distinguished Award, presented to an individual who has played a significant role in the Partnership’s operation, was Amanda Gesztesi, District Sales Manager at Paychex.

Amanda Gesztesi

The Orange County Partnership recognized Hank Gross, editor and founder of Mid-Hudson News, with their 2023 Spirit of Innovation Award at their Annual Event, held Dec. 5 at the Barn at Villa Venezia.

Mike Martucci, former New York State Senator and publisher of Mid-Hudson News, presented Gross with the award. “Whether on the radio, television, or in print news, Hank’s 50-plus-year career has been dedicated to a singular mission: to keep all of us informed about what is happening in our community,” Martucci said. “Over the years, nobody has done that more consistently than Hank.”

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Our Member Directory CCA members are the very best contractors, suppliers and service providers in the Hudson Valley and Catskills. For detailed information about their services and specialities, visit our online directory at www.CCAHV.com.

CONTRACTORS Construction Management | General Contracting Andron Construction Corp.

914-232-7531 21 Anderson Ln, Goldens Bridge, NY 10526 Joel Foley jfoley@androncc.com androncc.com Barone Construction 845-691-2244 23 New Paltz Rd, Highland, NY 12528 Joe Barone joseph.barone@bcgcmgc.com Bcgcmgc.com Con-Tech Construction Technology, Inc. 914-455-3100 1961 Route 6, Suite R-3, Box 12 Carmel, NY 10512 Antoinetta Carino amcarino@contechconstruct.com contechconstructiontechnology.com Darlind Associates, Inc. 845-223-5115 1540 Route 55, P.O. 130 LaGrangeville, NY 12540 Justin Darrow j.darrow@darlindassociates.com darlindconstruction.com Ferrari & Sons, Inc. 845-452-0387 195 Van Wagner Rd Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Anthony Ferrari tony@ferrariandsonsinc.com ferrariandsonsinc.com Helmer Cronin Construction, Inc. 845-942-1330 27 NY-210, Stony Point, NY 10980 Bill Helmer wfhelmer@helmercronin.com helmercronin.com Holt Construction Corp.

845-735-4054 50 East Washington Ave Pearl River, NY 10965 Dan Depew ddepew@holtcc.com holtcc.com

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Key Construction Services 845-454-1192 4246 Albany Post Rd, Suite 1 Hyde Park, NY 12538 Alfred Torreggiani adt@contactkcs.com keyconstructionservices.com LeChase Construction 914-741-1212 1 Labriola Ct, Armonk, NY 10504 David Campbell david.campbell@lechase.com lechase.com

Penlyn Construction Corporation 845-268-5445 10 Burnside Ave, Congers, NY 10920 Scott Dianis scott@penlynconstruction.com penlynconstruction.com

Paramount Building Construction 845-569-0970 28 Windsor Hwy, New Windsor, NY 12553 Joe Perez jperez@pbcinc.co pbcinc.co

Tri-State Drywall and Acoustical 845-856-8400 183 Jersey Ave, Port Jervis, NY 12771 Charlotte Van Horn cvanhorn@tristatedrywall.net tsdainc.com

Pike Co. 800-264-7453 1 Circle St, Rochester, NY 14607 Edward Kurowski kuroe@pikecos.com pikecos.com Profex, Inc. 845-565-8845 264 North Plank Rd, Newburgh, NY 12550 Roland Bloomer rbloomer@profexinc.net profexinc.net TDX Construction Corporation 212-279-1981 3 Manhattanville Rd, Suite 104 Purchase, NY 10577 Joe Fitzpatrick jfitzpatrick@tdxconstruction.com tdxconstruction.com U.W. Marx 518-272-2541 20 Gurley Ave, Troy, NY 12182 Peter Marx pmarx@uwmarx.com Uwmarx.com

Acoustical | Carpentry | Drywall O’Kane Enterprises, Ltd 845-271-3445 55 W. Railroad Ave, Bldg 24C, First Floor Garnerville, NY 10923 Dan O’Kane dano@okaneenterprises.com okaneenterprises.com

Schumacher Systems, Inc. 845-887-5381 1043 County Rd 164, Callicoon, NY 12723 Kori Allen kallen@schumachersystems.com schumachersystem.com

Concrete PCC Contracting, Inc. 800-328-7816 1861 Chrisler Ave, Schenectady, NY 12303 Michael Lock mlock@pcccontracting.com pcccontracting.com Penlyn Construction Corporation 845-268-5445 10 Burnside Ave, Congers, NY 10920 Scott Dianis scott@penlynconstruction.com penlynconstruction.com Sullivan Construction Group, LLC 845-640-2200 21 Allen Ln Bloomingburg, NY 12721 Anthony Perrello anthony@sullivancg.com sullivancg.com Demolition | Asbestos Abatement Beam Enterprises, Inc. 914-617-7699 3 Contorino Way, Bldg #2 Chester, NY 10918 Mike Adams mike@beamenterprisesinc.com Taylor-Montgomery, LLC 845-457-4021 350 Neelytown Rd Montgomery, NY 12549 Hans Taylor hans.taylor@taylor-montgomery.com Taylor-Montgomery.com

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Our Member Directory

Electrical All Bright Electric 845-358-1200 100 Snake Hill Rd West Nyack, NY 10994 Howard Hellman hhellman@allbrightelectric.com allbrightelectric.com E-J Electric Installation Co. 845-234-4280 5 Jeanne Dr Newburgh, NY 12550 Brendon Bergin bbergin@ej1899.com ej1899.com Perreca Electric 845-562-4080 520 Broadway Newburgh, NY 12550 Kurt Kaehler kkaehler@perreca.com perreca.com

insulationprony.com Sullivan Fire Protection Corp.

845-434-4030 16 Railroad Plaza, P.O. Box 2021 South Fallsburg, NY 12779 Ira Gold sullivanfireira@gmail.com

J & M Heating & AC, Inc. 914-632-4433 395 Adams St Bedford Hills, NY 10507 James Woodward office@jmhvac.com jmhvac.com

United Spray LLC 845-829-2688 3 Contorino Way, Bldg #1 Chester, NY 10918 Zack Adams zadams@unitedspray.com unitedspray.com

MDS HVAC-R, Inc. 845-713-4598 192 Plains Rd Walden, NY 12586 Dominic DiViesti domdiviesti@gmail.com

Glass & Architectural Aluminum Basec Corp.

845-795-1011 1978 Route 9W, Milton, NY 12547 Emanuel Cauchi estimating@BasecCorp.com HVAC | Plumbing

Ray S. Pantel, Inc. 845-343-7250 71-73 Wisner Ave Middletown, NY 10940 Ray Pantel ray@rayspantel.com Tri Co Electric of Goshen 845-294-8882 114 Hartley Rd, Goshen, NY 10924 Ann Kata ann@tamenterprises.com tamenterprises.com Upstate Electric 845-565-2026 501 Temple Hill Rd New Windsor, NY 12553 Rich Schwarzbeck rich@upstateelectricny.com upstateelectricny.com Fire Protection | Insulation Black Hawk Fire Suppression, LLC 845-590-5792 163 Brookside Farms Rd, Suite 109 Newburgh, NY 12550 Ralph Diaz r.diaz@blackhawkfiresuppression.com DeBrino Caulking Associates 518-732-7234 1304 Route 9 Castleton, NY 12033 Lewis P. Houghtaling lhoughtalingiii@debrino.com debrino.com Insulation Pro Inc. 845-629-4643 192 Plains Rd Walden, NY 12586 Dominick DiViesti insulationprony@gmail.com

ABM Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc. 914-747-0910 11 W. Cross St, PO Box 204 Hawthorne, NY 10532 William Haskel bhaskel@abmhvac.com abmhvac.com AMX Contracting Corp.

914-741-2600 101 Castleton St, Pleasantville, NY 10570 Anthony DiGuglielmo atd@amxcooling.com amxcooling.com Carey & Walsh 914-762-9600 529 North State Rd Briarcliff Manor, NY 10501 Don Carey dcarey@careyandwalsh.com Careyandwalsh.com

Petro Plumbing & Heating 845-561-3340 2989 Route 9W New Windsor, NY 12553 Rich Bremer rich@petro-plumbing.com petro-plumbing.com Robison 914-345-5700 One Gateway Plaza, 4th Floor Port Chester, NY 10573 Daniel Singer executiveoffice@robisonoil.com robisonoil.com Taconic Heating & Cooling 914-348-4751 9 Dogwood Rd Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 James D’Annibale jim@taconichvac.com taconichvac.us Heavy Highway | Site Argenio Brothers, Inc. 845-561-5102 2 Argenio Dr New Windsor, NY 12553 Jerry Argenio ja@argeniobros.com argeniobros.com

Clean Air Quality Service, Inc. 914-769-7700 161 Brady Ave, Hawthorne, NY 10532 Lou Doro ldoro@caqs.com caqs.com

Butler Construction 845-769-7413 275 Union St Montgomery, NY 12549 Eric Butler ebutler@butlerconstructiongroup.com butlerconstructiongroup.com

D.L. Flow Tech 845-265-2828 2421 Route 52 Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 Dennis LaVopa dmlavopa@dlflowtech.com dlflowtech.com

Callanan Industries 518-374-2222 8 Southwoods Blvd Albany, NY 12211 Michael Mastropietro mmastropietro@callanan.com callanan.com

EMF Technical Services, Inc. 914-747-1007 581 North State Rd, Unit 6 Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 Walter E. Greenwood info@emfcontrols.com emfcontrols.com

D.A. Collins Construction 518-664-9855 269 Ballard Rd Wilton, NY 12831 Aaron Tubbs dacestimating@dacollins.com dacollinscompanies.com

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Our Member Directory ECCO III Enterprises, Inc. 914-963-3600 201 Saw Mill River Rd Yonkers, NY 10701 Richard Lombardi rlombardi@eccoiii.com eccoiii.com

hauserbros.com F&F Mechanical 203-239-7025 2 Dwight St New Haven, CT 06473 John Ferrucci jferrucci@ffmechanical.com ffmechanical.com

Petillo New York, LLC 845-610-9010 90 Crystal Run Rd, Suite 400 Middletown, NY 10941 Michael Petillo mpetillo@petillo.com petillo.com

Turner Mechanical Service 203-544-8936 724 Danbury Rd, Suite 3 Ridgefield, CT 06877 John Turner jturner@turnermechanical.com turnermechanicalservicesinc.com Painting | Special Coating

Masonry B. Miller Masonry, Inc. 845-769-7233 275 Union St, Montgomery, NY 12549 Bill Miller billmiller@bmillermasonry.com Casler Masonry, Inc. 315-253-8871 2080 Cranebrook Dr, Auburn, NY 13021 Michael F. Casler mcasler@caslermasonry.com caslermasonry.com James McGowan & Son Masonry 845-339-0329 5 Railroad Ave, Kingston, NY 12402 James McGowan jim@mcgowanmasonry.com mcgowanmasonry.com PCC Contracting, Inc. 800-328-7816 1861 Chrisler Ave Schenectady, NY 12303 Michael Lock mlock@pcccontracting.com pcccontracting.com Mechanical Armistead Mechanical, Inc. -Newburgh Office 845-566-0770 324 North Plank Rd Newburgh, NY 12550 Joseph Jerkowski jjerkowski@armistead-ny.com Armisteadmechanical.com Dynamic Systems 845-454-0600 417 Manchester Rd Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Adam Weisburgh aweisburgh@cbstrain.com dsi.us Hauser Brothers 845-359-1881 17 Old School Ln Orangeburg, NY 10962 Tim Hauser thauser@hauserbros.com 72

Pittman & Brown 845-561-1695 227 South Plank Rd Newburgh, NY 12550 Jay Harrison pittbrown58@aol.com Rover Contracting 845-834-2620 251 Upper North Rd Highland, NY 12528 Victoria Bellos v.bellos@rovercontracting.com rovercontractinginc.com Sheet Metal | Roofing Barrett Sheet Metal Inc. 203-744-2780 106 Mill Plain Rd Danbury, CT 06811 John Lucchesi johnjr@barrettroofing.com barrettroofing.com Custom Exterior Systems 845-753-8070 12 Orange Turnpike Sloatsburg, NY 10974 Leonard Train l.train@customexteriorsystems.com customexteriorsystems.com Ductmate Industries 724-258-0500 210 Fifth St Charleroi, PA 15022 John Sorna jsorna@ductmate.com ductmate.com Harden Sheet Metal 845-562-6553 27 Johnes St Newburgh, NY 12550 Dan Harden hardensheetmetal@hotmail.com H.T. Lyons Inc. 845-896-1145 167 Meyers Corners Rd, Suite 102 Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 Mark DiPasquale mark.dipasquale@ht.lyons.com

htlyons.com KB Duct a Division of CECO Environmental 203-804-7631 8735 W Market St Greensboro, NC 27409 Curt Corum ccorum@onececo.com cecovent.com/ceco-kb-duc Link Metal Finishing Corp.

914-737-9160 2068 Albany Post Rd Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520 Ron Lacerte rrlink1@aol.com RKB Sheet Metal 845-382-2010 15 Anaconda Dr Lake Katrine, NY 12449 Richard K. Berg rberg@rkbsheetmetal.com Steel Fabricators | Erectors | Rebar Allbar Steel 845-778-0126 301 East Searsville Rd Montgomery, NY 12549 Bernie Hillman allbarstl@aol.com E-Gill Rebar, LLC 914-213-0723 4 Hamilton Rd Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 Jack Diedrich jack@e-gillrebar.com e-gillrebar.com Orange County Ironworks, LLC 845-769-3000 36 Maybrook Rd Montgomery, NY 12549 Dan Teutel dant@ocillc.com ocillc.com

SUPPLIERS

Aggregate | Erosion Control Materials

Aden Aggregates 845-990-7625 PO Box 217 Montgomery, NY 12549 Reilly Carney rcarney@adenaggregate.com adenaggregate.com Eastern Construction Materials 845-705-4396 PO Box 924 Poughkeepsie, New York 12601 Kelly Libolt kelly@easternconstructionmaterials.com easternconstructionmaterials.com

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Our Member Directory Montana Datacom 718-482-6789 1723 Route 17A, Bldg 2 Florida, NY 10918 Jennifer Muhlrad sales@montanadata.com montanadata.com

Equipment Rentals Bay Crane 718-392-0800 11-02 43rd Ave Long Island City, NY 11101 Joseph Sadden jsadden@baycrane.com baycrane.com

Office Partitions

Burt Crane & Rigging 518-271-6858 5 Veterans Memorial Dr Green Island, NY 12183 Bridget A. Hubal bhubal@burtcrane.com burtcrane.com

Modernfold Styles 201-329-6226 15 Empire Boulevard South Hackensack, NJ 07606 Joseph Jordan jjordan@modernfoldstyles.com modernfoldstyles.com

Durante Rentals 914-690-6969 145 Huguenot St, Suite 406 New Rochelle, NY 10801 Bobby J. John bjohn@duranterentals.com duranterentals.com Olori Crane Service, Inc. 845-623-1267 11 Seeger Dr Nanuet, NY 10954 Ron Olori rolorijr@oloricrane.com oloricrane.com

Paint & Coatings Herzog’s Home & Paint 845-338-6300 151 Plaza Rd, Kingston, NY 12401 Greg Amato gregg@herzogs.com herzogs.com Pipe, Valve & Fittings

Partner Rentals 877-740-7368 711 East Chester Ave Kingston, NY 12401 Hernan del Aguila hernan.delaguila@partnerrentals.com partnerrentals.com Service Scaffold Company, Inc. 845-513-5326 29 Railroad Plaza, PO Box 888 South Fallsburg, NY 12779 Josh Ingber josh@servicescaffold.com servicescaffold.com United Rentals 833-211-6885 5311 Route 9W Newburgh, NY 12550 Eric Crane ecrane@ur.com unitedrentals..com

Raritan Group, Inc. 732-985-5000 295 Meadow Road, Edison, NJ 08817 Bill Richardson bill@raritanvalve.com raritangroup.com Plumbing | HVAC RAL Supply Group 845-343-1456 24 Dunning Rd Middletown, NY 10940 Charles T. Milich, Jr. cmilich@Ralsupply.com ralsupply.com Toilet Rentals Enviro-Clean 845-883-5563 70 Coy Rd, Clintondale, NY 12515 Bob Earl bgearl@optonline.net porta-potty.com

SERVICE PROVIDERS Accountants

Electrical Supplies D & G Electrical Supply Co., Inc 845-947-2626 62 Railroad Ave West Garnerville, NY 10923 J. William Grabe bill@dandgelectricalsupply.com dandgelectricalsupply.com

Bonadio Group 585-381-1100 6 Wembley Ct, Albany, NY 12205 Michael Smith msmith@bonadio.com bonadio.com CohnReznick, LLP 914-684-2700 10 Bank St, Suite 1190 White Plains, NY 10606 Frank Gavay frank.gavay@cohnreznick.com cohnreznick.com

Grassi & Co. CPAs 201-808-9800 1 Maynard Dr, Suite 2203 Park Ridge, NJ 07656 William Hughes whughes@grassicpas.com grassicpas.com PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP 845-565-5400 32 Fostertown Rd Newburgh, NY 12550 Alan Marks amarks@pkfod.com pkfod.com RBT CPAs 845-567-9000 11 Racquet Rd Newburgh, NY 12550 Bob Marchione rmarchione@rbtcpas.com rbtcpas.com Schultheis & Panettieri, LLP 631-273-4778 450 Wireless Blvd Hauppauge, NY 11788 James Heinzman jheinzman@snpcpa.com snpcpa.com Steven A. Scala, CPA, P.C. 845-294-4200 15 Matthews St, Suite 305 Goshen, NY 10924 Steven A. Scala ss@scalacpa.com scalacpa.com Architects | Engineers Alfandre Architecture, P.C. 845-255-4774 231 Main St #201 New Paltz, NY 12561 Rick Alfrandre ralfandre@alfandre.com alfandre.com Colliers Engineering & Design 845-564-4495 555 Hudson Valley Rd, Suite 101 New Windsor, NY 12553 Joe Dopico joseph.dopico@colliersengineering.com colliersengineering.com Delaware Engineering 518-452-1290 28 Madison Ave Ext. Albany, NY 12203 John Brust jbrust@delawareengineering.com delawareengineering.com

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Our Member Directory Keystone Management Associates, LLC 845-534-4660 PO Box 274, Mountainville, NY 10953 Jake Bidosky jbidosky@keystone-associates.com keystone-associates.com

Walden Savings Bank 845-457-7700 15 Scotts Corners Drive Montgomery, NY 12549 Joann Menendez joann.menendez@waldensavings.bank waldensavings.bank

Federated Insurance 845-674-3290 P.O. Box 123 Cornwall, NY 12518 Steve Powles scpowles@fedins.com federatedinsurance.com

Liscum, McCormack & Van Voorhis, LLP 845-452-2268 181 Church St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Michael McCormack mmccormack@lmvarchitects.com lmvarchitects.com

Wallkill Valley Federal Savings & Loan Association 845-895-2051 23 Wallkill Ave. Wallkill, NY 12589 Domenic Baiocco dbaiocco@wallkill.com wallkill.com

Liberty Mutual 201-327-7606 1200 MacArthur Blvd Mahwah, NJ 07430 Ian Brodie ian.brodie@libertymutual.com libertymutual.com

Minuta Architecture 845-565-0055 554 Temple Hill Rd New Windsor, NY 12553 Joseph Minuta info@minutaarchitecture.com minutaarchitecture.com Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, DPC 845-534-5959 70 Pleasant Hill Rd Mountainville, NY 10953 Mark Stier mastier@tectonicengineering.com tectonicengineering.com Banks M&T Bank 845-440-2898 300 Westage Business Center Dr Suite 410 Fishkill, NY 12524 Mark Stellwag mstellwag@mandtbank.com mtb.com NBT Bank 845-562-6766 11 Garden St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602 John Davies john.davies@nbtbank.com nbtbank.com Orange Bank & Trust Company 845-341-5043 212 Dolson Ave, Middletown, NY 10940 Michael Gilfeather mgilfeather@orangebanktrust.com orangebanktrust.com Rhinebeck Bank 845-454-8555 2 Jefferson Plaza Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Philip Bronzi pbronzi@rhinebeckbank.com rhinebeckbank.com Ulster Savings Bank 845-338-6322 1208 Route 300 Suite 101 Newburgh, NY 12550 Matthew Agor magor@ulstersavings.com ulstersavings.com 74

Cleaning | Environmental Advanced Disaster Recovery, Inc. 845-294-8919 2713 Route 17M New Hampton, NY 10958 Angelo Ferrante angelo@advanceddri.com advanceddri.com Nadoka Luxury Cleaning 845-201-0080 69 Townsend Drive, Apt. 1 Newburgh, NY 12550 Richmond Aidoo nadoka.lc@gmail.com Graphics | Promotional Materials Safeguard Print, Promo, & Apparel 845-471-4466 15 Manchester Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Jerry Martin jmartin3@gosafeguard.com Gosafeguardny.com Tri State Associated Services, Inc. 845-331-7581 81 Ten Broeck Ave. Kingston, NY 12401 Frank Campagna fjc@tsasinc.com tsasinc.com Insurance | Bonding Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency 845-831-4300 249 Main St, Unit 108 Beacon, NY 12508 Vincent Lemma vlemma@antalek-moore.com antalek-moore.com Broadfield Group, LLC 845-986-2211 68 Main St Warwick, NY 10990 Richard Savino richs@broadfieldinsurance.com broadfieldinsurance.com

Lovell Safety Management Co. 518-753-7646 80 Pleasant Ave Schaghitcoke, NY 12154 David S. Natter dnatter@lovellsafety.com lovellsafety.com Marshall & Sterling 845-454-0800 110 Main St Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Kevin Viana kviana@marshallsterling.com marshallsterling.com Milliman, Inc. 646-473-3308 1305 River Rd Phoenicia, NY 12464 Reza Vahid reza.vahid@milliman.com milliman.com Northwestern Mutual 518-690-7961 1 Northwestern Blvd.

Albany, NY 1221 Patrick DiCerbo pat.dicerbo@nm.com patdicerbo.com NXG Insurance Group 845-594-4703 159 Green St Kingston, NY 12401 Joseph Davis nxginsurance.com Price & Price Surety Bonds 516-295-6081 27 East Merrick Rd Valley Stream, NY 11580 Jeffrey Price jwprice@melwainbonds.com melwainbonds.com USI Insurance 914-459-6290 333 Westchester Ave White Plains, NY 10604 Jesse Pilieri jesse.pilieri@usi.com usi.com

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Our Member Directory World Insurance Associates, LLC 845-230-3323 3 Starr Ridge Rd, Suite 100 Brewster, NY 10509 Jeff Deldin jeffdeldin@worldinsurance.com worldinsurance.com Investment Advisors

Law Firms Catania Mahon & Rider 845-565-1100 641 Broadway Newburgh, NY 12550 Mike Cantania mcatania@cmrlegal.com cmrlaw.com

Affinity BST Advisors, LLC 973-534-5785 10 British American Blvd Latham, NY 12110 Nicholas Preddice npreddice@financialguide.com affinitybstadvisors.com

Couch White, LLP 518-426-4600 540 Broadway, PO Box 22222 Albany, NY 12201 Joel M. Howard, lll jhoward@couchwhite.com couchwhite.com

BNY Mellon Center 617-722-6972 1 Boston Place, 24th Floor Boston MA 02127 Jeb Banks jeb.banks@bnymellon.com

Rider, Weiner & Frankel, P.C. 845-562-9100 655 Little Britain Rd, P.O. Box 2280 Newburgh, NY 12550 Charles E. Frankel Esq. cfrankel@riderweiner.com riderweiner.com

The Fischer Group at Graystone Consulting 518-386-2928 1212 Troy Schenectady Rd Latham, NY 12110 Mark Caropreso mark.a.caropreso@morganstanley.com morganstanley.com/graystone Merrill Lynch 518-782-4094 26 Century Hill Dr, Latham, NY 12110 Mike Chrys michael_chrys@ml.com ml.com Pivotal Wealth Management 845-219-5162 1 Blue Hill Plaza, Lobby #1509 Pearl River, NY 10965 John Scarpino john@pivotalwealthllc.com pivotalwealthllc.com Stacey Braun Associates, Inc. 888-949-1925 377 Broadway, 8th Floor New York, NY 10013 Martin Wexler mhwexler@staceybraun.com Staceybraun.com

Welby, Brady & Greenblatt 914-428-2100 11 Martine Ave White Plains, NY 10606 Anthony P. Carlucci, Jr. acarlucci@wbgllp.com wbgllp.com Real Estate Gillespie Real Estate 845-565-7073 167 North Plank Rd Newburgh, NY 12550 Jodi Gillespie buysellwithjodi@gmail.com hudsonvalleyrealestate-ny.com Howard Hanna Realty 845-774-6858 229 Route 32 Central Valley, NY 10917 Karen Taphorn karen.taphorn@randrealty.com randrealty.com Security Atlas Security Services — Guards/Patrols 800-646-0438 2002 Route 17M Goshen, NY 10924 Scott Perry sperry@atlassecurityservices.us atlassecurityservices.us

Nexgen Protection Services LLC 845-248-1191 1108 Kings Hwy Suite B Chester, NY 10918 Frank Costa frank.costa@nexgenpi.com nexgenpi.com Pagones-O’Neill Investigations & Security 845-632-6900 355 Main St Beacon, NY 12508 Steven Pagones tcraven@pago.us.com pagonesoneill.com Testing Companies Advance Testing 845-496-1600 3348 Route 208 Campbell Hall, NY 10916 Chris McCracken busdev@advancetesting.com advancetesting.com Fairway Testing Co., Inc. 845-942-2088 22 N. Liberty Dr Stony Point, NY 10980 Amy Aguanno DeEntremont adeentremont@fairwaytesting.com fairwaytesting.com U.S. Test & Balance Corp.

845-896-5609 10 Corporate Park Dr, Suite D Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 William Carr billcarr@getbalanced.com getbalanced.com Utilities | Energy Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.

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