Thursday – February 9, 2012
Marion County – State of the County Address
Presented by:
Commissioner Sam Brentano
Commissioner Janet Carlson
Commissioner Patti Milne
Sponsored by:
Please join Marion County Commissioners Patti Milne, Janet Carlson, and Sam Brentano as they discuss current issues affecting public safety, public health, children and families, and public works. They will highlight county achievements over the past year, like the dedication of the new Buena Vista Ferry, a national solid waste management award, positive strides in prisoner re-entry services, and record attendance at the 6th annual “Striking Out Meth in Marion County.” In addition, the commissioners will update the audience on Courthouse Square. read more … >>
The SEDCOR Construction Alliance (SCA) kicked off a new year with a new President, Joe Bakke of Turner Construction Company and a renewed or reaffirmed agenda and focus. Education continues to be one of the primary focuses, successfully completing a ten-week construction curriculum for the youth at Dallas High School in the 2011 school year. The SCA has their sights on Santiam, Silver Falls and Mt. Angel school districts this year to name a few, including an opportunity at the MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility to set up an educational program as a continuation of the construction technology classes already held at Maclaren.
With the ever growing popularity of the SCA group, partnerships and collaboration opportunities have begun to blossom. Recently the Home Builders Association, the Salem Contractors Exchange and Habitat for Humanity have joined the group to begin partnering with the SCA to make larger impacts to our local area. Stay tuned! This group is gaining ‘traction’ and is making a positive mark in the local area.
SEDCOR Construction Presents Awards
Awards were presented to the SCA Founding members at the January 2012 SEDCOR Economic Business Forum.
- Rick Day – Advantage Precast, Inc.
- Rich Duncan – Rich Duncan Construction, Inc.
- Carl Harbaugh – South Town Glass
- Darrell Gish – Cherry City Electric
- Joe Bakke – Turner Electric
An Outstanding Partner award was also presented to Christy Perry, Superintendent of the Dallas High School for help developing classes presented at Dallas High School last year.
The Construction Alliance meets the first Tuesday of each month at the Center for Business & Industry – 2nd Floor. For more information call 503-837-1804.
Read more about the SCA … read more>>
Made in the Mid-Willamette Valley
Don’t miss your chance to participate in this free promotional opportunity for SEDCOR members. Have your business featured in the Statesman Journal’s Sunday Inside Business Section. In addition, Polk County businesses are also being promoted in the Polk County Itemizer-Observer.
Recently Featured:
- White Oak Constuction
- Corban University
- Carlson Veit Architects P.C.
- R&S Welding Mentors, LLC
- Dale Remodeling
January 2012 Economic Indicators
For complete information visit www.qualityinfo.org
ECOB Launches Expansion of a Mega Coating Facility in Salem, Oregon
Eco Building™ Products, Inc., announced today the company has signed a five-year lease to set up a mega coating facility in Salem, Oregon USA. This facility strategically located in the heart of the timber producing corridor is approximately 30,000 square feet located on a railway spur. The company plans to occupy a portion of the facility to start by deploying two coating lines with the provisions to expand up to 8 coating lines.
Salem, Oregon is a very strategic location allowing ECOB the ability to purchase timber products from various lumber mills in the local corridor from Northern Washington State to Southern Oregon. ECOB plans to produce full unit quantities of protected lumber products for shipment destined to all our wholesale lumber positions in various markets across the USA. The Salem location will allow the company the ability to strategically manage supply chain minimizing the impact of freight costs. The company plans to have the facility producing production products by the end of November 2011.
“After a lot of due diligence we found an ideal location and relationship to allow ECOB the ability to continue execution of our original plan, getting protected lumber to all markets at a cost effective price making it harder and harder for anyone to consider using unprotected lumber. We will have the ability to purchase direct from the largest lumber mills in the world that are growing trees in our backyard, apply our coatings and supply our entire USA infrastructure without adding freight costs. This facility provides ECOB with rail car access and plenty of room for expansion,” stated Steve Conboy, President and CEO of Eco Building Products
“This is a significant move towards total supply chain management reducing the overall impact of coating costs,” added Steve Conboy.
About Eco Building Products, Inc.
Eco Building Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of proprietary wood products treated with an eco-friendly proprietary chemistry that protects against fire, mold/mycotoxins, fungus, rot-decay, wood ingesting insects and termites with ECOB WoodSurfaceFilm™ and FRC™ technology (Fire Retardant Coating). Eco Building products, “ECO Red Shield™” & “ECO Blue Shield™” utilizing patent pending technology is the ultimate in wood protection, preservation, and fire safety to building components constructed of wood; from joists, beams and paneling, to floors and ceilings.
Member News
DePaul Industries Receives Award from NW Food Processors Association
The Northwest Food Processors Association’s Education Research Institute (ERI) and the Hitachi Foundation presented DePaul Industries with a 2011 Distinguished Premier Food Processor Award in front of 150 industry leaders at a general session during the 98th Annual NW Food Manufacturing & Packaging Expo and Conference held on January 19, 2012. read more>>
Marquis Launches Tub with Modern Spin on Classic Shape
With the launch of the new 524 spa, Marquis’ e-Series Hot Tubs is going retro with a modern spin on the classic round hot tub. But while this tub may have a classic shape, it’s nothing like your father’s hot tub. “With the 524, we’ve taken the nostalgia that comes with the round shape and married it with a new look and modern conveniences,” said John Schrenk, Marquis’ President. read more >>
Peter Truitt Receives Bounty of Oregon Award
Peter Truitt, one of the co-founders of Truitt Brothers, Inc., will receive the 2011 Bounty of Oregon Award at the fifth annual banquet at downtown Portland’s University Club. Created by the Arnica Foundation, the award recognizes individuals and organizations that utilize and promote the bounty of agricultural products coming from Oregon. read more>>
Mid-Willamette Valley Guide to Small Business Financial Resources
MERIT, a program of the Small Business Development Center, has recently published and distributed the free “Mid-Willamette Valley Guide to Small Business Financial Resources.” The guide is a comprehensive look at the funding opportunities for small business owners in Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties. read more>>
Marion County Reentry Initiative News - January 2012
Renaming Dedication & Celebration - February 3, 2012
The Pine Street Resource Center opened on January 31, 2011 – just seven short months after the idea of a new one-stop shop was envisioned for Marion County reentry clients. The resource center is the collective vision of Supreme Court Chief Justice Paul DeMuniz, businessman Larry Tokarski, and Marion County Commissioner Janet Carlson.
“Thanks to the wisdom and commitment of these leaders, hundreds of men and women are getting the help they need to succeed,” states Mike Mayes, the Community Action manager who oversees the Center and a separate 12-bed transitional housing program for former inmates.
The Center improves access to existing resources and provides direct services to ex-offenders. This includes access to legal, medical, educational and employment assistance. Additional services include housing, transportation, family assistance, support groups, and basic needs.
The Center includes both large and small class/ conference rooms, four computers for client job search and resume writing, and office space that partner agencies use when meeting with clients. Center staff help clients determine their needs and develop a preliminary action plan. Staff from the Center and other community agencies are available to assist with case management, problem solving and connecting to resources.
For more information visit www.marioncountyreentry.com.
Resources
Save Now: Low-Cost Ways to Reduce Energy Use
These “wattsmart” energy-saving tips are low and no-cost ways to help your business lower energy use and boost your bottom line:
- Minimize artificial lighting – Turn off lights in unoccupied areas. Use occupancy sensors or label light switches so employees know which lights to turn off.
- Power down electronic equipment – A single computer and monitor left on overnight and on weekends can add $30 or more to your annual energy bill. Some equipment, including printers and copiers, should have their power management features enabled or be turned off when not in use.
- Control heating and air conditioning – Reducing heating temperatures or increasing cooling temperatures by one or two degrees can cut heating and cooling bills by 8 percent or more, according to the U. S. Department of Energy.
- Measure and record energy use – Walk around your facility to identify inefficient equipment and processes, then develop an action plan for reducing energy consumption. Once your plan is in place, measure and record your energy use to determine if your energy-saving efforts are working.
- Get employees involved – You may want to appoint an employee as an energy champion to gather information on improving efficiency and to ensure that equipment is properly maintained.
Pacific Power’s Business Solutions Toolkit (pacificpower.net/toolkit) offers customized information to help you make sound energy decisions. For details on energy efficiency programs and incentives, please visit pacificpower.net/wattsmart.
Source: Pacific Power and Questline
PGE Energy Classes At Chemeketa Center for Business and Industry Complete information on all seminars at PortlandGeneral.com/Classes
- NEW: Sustainable Practice Boot Camp Workshop (6 hours) Feb. 14, Portland
- Improve EE in Your Building – HVAC, Tune-Up, & Commissioning March 8, Wilsonville
- Fundamentals of Efficient Lighting & Controls March 14, Portland
- Energy Monitoring for Energy Savings April 10, Portland
- NEW: Advanced Ammonia April 17, Salem
Upcoming Member Events and Seminars
Click here for Complete List of Upcoming Events
March 12, 2012
Salem-Keizer Sustainability Summit, March 12, 2012
The City of Salem, City of Keizer, Salem Chamber of Commerce, Keizer Chamber of Commerce, SEDCOR, Marion County, Portland General Electric, and Salem-Keizer Transit are partnering to host the 2nd Annual Salem-Keizer Sustainability Summit on March 12, 2012, from 7:30 am – 1:30 pm at the Salem Conference Center. The event aims to raise awareness about green innovations and opportunities in the region, including sustainable jobs and industry, green buildings, training and education, renewable energy, and local food production and distribution. Secretary of State, Kate Brown and Dave Dahl of Dave’s Killer Bread, will provide inspiration and insight for the audience during breakfast and lunch keynote presentations. Advance registration for the event is $45 and includes lunch.
To learn more about the Summit and/or to register please call 503-393-9111 or visit http://chambermaster.keizerchamber.com/Events/details/sustainability-summit-2012.
- February 4 – Habitat for Hunmanity of the Mid-Willamette Valley at the Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill – Spinning Room.
- February 11 - Keizer Art Gala – Hearts and Art at Keizer City Hall
- February 11 – Silverton’s 41st Annual First Citizens Banquet at Oregon Garden
- February 21 - Dedication of the Chemeketa Yamhill Valley campus
- February 24 – Dallas Chamber of Commerce 55th Annual Community Awards Ceremony at BeckenRidge Vineyards
- March 12 – Salem-Keizer Sustainability Summit
- March 13 – Yamhill County Career & College Expo 2012 at Event Center at Church on the Hill
- April 19 – Job Growers Incorporated – Sparkle of Excellence at the Salem Conference Center. Sponsorships and Scholarship applications available.
