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A monthly newsletter to keep you informed.
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The Plumbing and Mechanical Professionals of Virginia Board of Directors will meet in Virginia Beach on May 17 at the Westin Hotel. If you have a subject that should be discussed by the Board, please contact President Jim Steinle.
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Other matters to be discussed include plumbing and HVAC apprentice competitions, communications, membership and continuing education.
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The 113th Congress is shaping up to be one of the most significant legislative sessions in our nation's history. Congress will debate issues impacting the p-h-c industry and PHCC's voice on Capitol Hill depends on your participation. Plan to be with us for this year's PHCC Legislative Conference May 22-23 in Arlington, Va., and Washington, D.C., where we'll focus on "Rebuilding America." Join fellow PHCC leaders at the annual 2013 Legislative Conference and participate first-hand in the legislative process. Make an impact on legislative issues that are influencing your business and industry. This conference will be held from May 22-23, 2013 at the Key Bridge Marriott in Arlington, VA.
You can click here to learn more about the event. The schedule also includes an evening reception on May 22 at the Capitol. Tickets are $100 each. This includes transportation from the Key Bridge Marriott and heavy hors d'oeuvres. It's a great experience for someone who's never done it. If members and prospective members only have time to participate on Thursday - tickets are $60,which includes transportation from the Key Bridge Marriott to Charlie Palmer Restaurant, breakfast, appointment scheduling with legislators and the closing reception at the Key Bridge.
Virginia and CEUs
Legislative Chair Laurie Crigler continues to monitor action by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation DPOR that could eliminate continuing education for the plumbing, HVAC and fuel trades. A meeting on the subject is scheduled for April 8 in Richmond.
On a companion subject, legislation that would have reconciled the terms for trades licenses and code cycles has been referred by the Governor to DPOR for review. A recommendation should be issued by November 1.
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Apprenticeship Competitions (Plumbing and HVAC)
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 There are only 10 slots available for third and fourth year apprentices in the annual Apprenticeship Competition scheduled for May 16 at Virginia Beach. Apprentices can enter on their own or through recommendation by instructors or employers. According to participants from earlier competitions, the experience is challenging and entertaining and the benefits are remarkable.
Details are still being developed, but make note of the fact that an HVAC Apprentice Competition will be held in conjunction with the CONNECT 2013, October 16-19, 2013, at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. To be kept informed about details, including identifying competition candidates, contact Susan Milhoan.
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| Workforce Guidelines Released |
This week the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy released the Guidelines for Home Energy Professionals: Standard Work Specifications for Single Family Energy Upgrades. The guidelines are recommended work specifications applicable to energy efficiency retrofits of single family homes. PHCC National is currently reviewing the guidelines and meeting with other interested industries and associations. Click here for more information on the content of the guidelines. To see the comments submitted by PHCC and other groups, click here.
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 Plans are being finalized for the May 15 PMPV Golf Tournament on May 15 at Kempsville Greens (Virginia Beach). Evan Hibbs (Evan Hibbs Plumbing) is chairing the event. Play will begin with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. Dinner, prizes and awards will follow.
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Following are dates you may want to include on your calendar. For more important dates, visit the PMPV website.
April 5-7 Backflow Certification course, taught by Jim Yacovissi, meets requirements for backflow certification in Maryland, WSSC and Virginia. This course includes classroom instruction and a wet lab. Class size is limited to 15. This course will be held at the PMPV Training Facility at SERVPRO of North Prince William County on 11430 Balls Ford Road in Manassas, Virginia.
April 10 NOVA Chapter Meeting (preceded by educational seminar).
May 15 PMPV Golf Outing
May 16 Apprentice Competition
Ferguson Trade Show
May 17 PMPV Board Meeting
May 22-23 PHCC Legislative Conference
June 7-9 Backflow Certification course (same location as April).
June 19 Hampton Roads Chapter Meeting
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As an PHCC member, your business, your employees and your employee's household family members are eligible to receive an additional $500 PHCC Bonus Cash Allowance to be applied toward the purchase or lease of a Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. It's part of Chrysler's commitment to helping business owners and their employees. Details about Chrysler Group / PHCC Member Benefit program:
- PHCC members and their employees receive a $500 discount on select trucks, SUVs and cars that are purchased or leased for day-to-day business use.
- Vehicles are coded in-dealer for business use receive special "On The Job" program options;
- Choose from up to $1000 upfit or graphic allowance, or
- 2 years (8 total) free oil changes.
- Click here for more information about the On The Job program.
- And - PHCC member, family members in the same household get special perks too! Same household family members of a member company employee are eligible for a $500 discount toward the purchase or lease of a vehicle for personal use.
- Both member and family programs can combine this $500 discount with many Chrysler Group current retail incentives.
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