January - CLSA Los Angeles

USA 213
The Hollywood Rover
Newsletter of the California Land Surveyors Association
Los Angeles County Chapter
January 2012
Our Next Meeting: Taix French Restaurant, January 5, 2012
I NSIDE T HIS
I SSUE :
 December Meeting
Highlights - page 3
Los Angeles Chapter’s Executive Committee January 5, 2012 Chapter Meeting “State of Surveying” The Executive Committee Members and Committee
Chairpersons of will be introducing themselves and discussing
their goals for the Chapter in 2012.
We invite you to share your thoughts, ideas, and concerns with the Executive Committee and the Chairpersons — this is your Chapter —your thoughts are important to us

Local Chapter
Application- page 4
 Call for Articles page 5
 CLSA Auction Website page 5
 Professional
Development - page 5
 Chapter Officers page 6
 State Membership
Benefits – page 7& 8
 College of the Canyons
Surveying Classes - page
9 & 10
 2012 CLSA/NALS
Conference - page 1113
 LS Review Class - page
14-16
Please visit our website at State: http://www.californiasurveyors.org/chapter_detail.asp?ch= Chapter: www.clsa-la.org
Legal Stuff: copies or reprints of this publication only with permission of the Chapter Board
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T HE H OLLYWOOD R OVER 6:00
Registration and Social Hour
7:00
Dinner
7:30
Speaker
RSVP Paula Lindhout (818) 362-8886 or
membership@clsa-la.org
$30 L.A. Chapter Member with reservation
$40 Non– RSVP Members, guests, non-members
$20 Students w/valid Student ID
Taix French Restaurant
1911 W. Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, 90026
(213) 484-1265
T.G. 594 E7
34°04'41.11"N
118°15'38.39"W
County Engineers Association of California (CEAC)
Surveyor of the Year Award
At the December 2, 2011, CEAC
Breakfast and Installation of Officers ceremony,
Steven Steinhoff of the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works was recognized as
the 2011 CEAC Surveyor of the Year. The annual CEAC Surveyor of the Year award is
presented to an “Active Member” who has made an outstanding contribution to the County
Surveying profession and to CEAC activity. Past award recipients are 2009 Mike Emmons, Santa
Barbara County, and 2010 Stuart Edell, Butte County.
Steve will be representing our Chapter next year as one of our State CLSA Representatives.
You can listen to or download the 12 most recent shows which are archived at
http://www.radiosandysprings.com/showpages/ACSM.php
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December Los Angeles Chapter Executive Committee Meeting Highlights:
The Executive Committee met on December 1, 2012. Executive Committee members in attendance:
President Mark Danielson, President-Elect David Hobbs, Treasurer Erik Bowers, Secretary Theresa
Strazzella, State Executive Committee Board Member Jay Seymour, and State Representatives
Stephen Hughey and Mark Price.
Executive Committee Members absent: Paul Lindhout - Membership, Alan Ng - Website, Steven
Steinhoff - Newletter, and Diane Wells - State Representative
The meeting was called to order at 5:18 pm.
Topics:
 Approved the November 3, 2011, minutes
 Discussed topics, speakers, sponsors, and venues for the January, February, March, and April 2012
meetings.
 Jay Seymour clarified that an individual surveyor can solicit votes from other chapters but not as a
CLSA LA Chapter President or other officer.
 Diane Wells discussed the Los Angeles Chapter 2012 LS Review Class
 The Committee discussed revising all Chapter reports – Letterhead, spots for Newsletter, Quarterly re-
port with information of 2012 Executive Committee and Committees.
 The Committee discussed newsletter advertising rates for individuals and businesses.
 It was noted that the Professional Practice Committee recently assisted several surveyors with mat-
ters of physical evidence of material change.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:10pm
The next Executive Committee Meeting will be held at 5 pm on January 5, 2012, at Taix’s Restraurant.
December 2011 Chapter Meeting
The December 2011 Chapter Meeting was held on December 1, 2011, at Big Jim’s Restaurant. It was
reported a good time was had by all. The event kicked of at 7pm followed by Texas Hold ’em Poker.
Prizes included :

1 Yr CLSA LA Chapter Membership

1 Free CLSA LA Chapter Dinner Meeting Ticket

$25 Big Jim’s Gift Certificate

$40 Oliver Garden Gift Card from Allen Instruments

$200 in-store credit from Absolute Accuracy “Grand Prize”
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T HE H OLLYWOOD R OVER 1125 E. Broadway, #96
Glendale, CA 91205-1315
Membership Application 2012
Name:
Company / Agency
or School:
Mailing Address:
Personal Phone #
Work Phone #:
Personal Email:
Business Email:
Email addresses are very important (we send announcements, newsletters, etc via email to reduce overhead costs to the chapter)
Are you a member of the Statewide CLSA:
If yes, what type?
Corporate
Membership in State Association is separate.
Associate
Yes
No
Affiliate
Student
Sustaining
Life
I also understand and intend to comply with Article 7, Section 7.06 of the by-laws of CLSA, which states,
LA Chapter Membership:
LS / RCE #
Corporate Member … Annual Dues:
$30.00
Any person with a valid PLS or (pre-82) RCE or Photogrammetry License
LSIT #
Associate Member … Annual Dues:
Any person who holds a valid certificate as a LSIT
$20.00
Affiliate Member … Annual Dues:
$20.00
Student … Annual Dues:
$10.00
I am including a donation for the Scholarship Fund:
TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED
For Membership Information:
Bring completed application to meeting or mail
with check payable to CLSA - LA Chapter:
Contact Paula Lindhout, Membership Chairperson
Or David Hobbs, Chapter President 2012
By Phone: (818) 362-8886 Fax: (818) 362-8000
By Email: clsa-la-membership@danielsonsurveying.com
Or membership@clsa-la.org
1125 E. Broadway #96
Glendale, CA 91205-1315
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T HE H OLLYWOOD R OVER Call for Articles Any articles or information pertaining to surveying in Los Angeles County are encouraged for publication in this newsletter. Please feel free to provide content you think may be useful to other Chapter members. For example: links to articles
pertaining to interesting survey content, a correction or amplification to a previous newsletter article, or original content
in the form of a letter to the editor, a comment, or an idea for community consideration.
Send this information to: info@danielsonsurveying.com by the 20th of the month prior to the next month’s publication.
CLSA Auction Website The CLSA Education Foundation now has an Auction Website. This website allows us to buy and sell equipment, books, and other items. 10% of the sales price of an item is deducted from the seller’s proceeds and
contributed to the Education Foundation. These funds help provide scholarships to land surveying students.
Registration is free.
Visit the website at: http://auction.surveypath.org/index.php
Do you know that CLSA has a Professional Development Program? Attending the monthly meetings is worth 1.5 hours per meeting toward your development.
The CLSA Professional Development Program (PDP) is a voluntary
program intended to encourage and support the continued professional growth
and competency of land surveyors and recognize their continuing education
activities. This program also provides members a means to meet out-of-state
licensure requirements.
Instructions: Click here for rules and information regarding the PDP.
Online Tracking: CLSA members may track their professional development
online and print or export a report. Click here to log on as a member. Then, click
"Manage PDH." You may print the report and email to CLSA Central Office
Paper Application: If you prefer to track your professional development
offline, click here to download program information and application
T HE H OLLYWOOD R OVER Committee Chairpersons
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2012 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Education
Diane Wells - Caltrans
diane.wells@dot.ca.gov
213.897.1766
Officers
President
David Hobbs
City of Glendale
dhobbs@ci.glendale.ca.us
818.216.6358
Government Liaison
Theresa Strazzella
City of Los Angeles - Retired
tstrazzella@gmail.com
818.398.5182
Membership
Paula Lindhout - Danielson Surveying
membership@clsa-la.org
818.362.8886
President-Elect
Theresa Strazzella
City of Los Angeles (Retired)
tstrazzella@gmail.com
818.398.5182
Secretary
Newsletter Editor
Erik Bowers
Jack Little Company
erikbowers@sbcglobal.net
Steven Steinhoff
County of Los Angeles
Dept . of Public Works
ssteinhoff@dpw.lacounty.gov
626.458.7000
Treasurer
Robert “Buck” Rogers
B&E Engineers
rrogers@beeng.com
818.237.0054
Professional Practice Committee
John Ostly - John P. Ostly Surveying
jostly@pacbell.net
818.566.9883
Website
Allan Ng
Cal Poly Dept of Civil Engineering
ayng@cuspomona.edu
909.869.4612
2012 L.A. Chapter
Membership:
$30 Corporate
$20 Associate or Affiliate
$10 Student
State Representatives
Camden Cabrinha
Mark Price
Cabrinha, Hearn & Associates
City of Glendale
camden@cabrinhahearn.com
mprice@ci.glendale.ca.us
626.795.6926
661.433.7062
Mark Danielson
Steven Steinhoff
Past-President
County of Los Angeles
Danielson Surveying
Dept . of Public Works
info@danielsonsurveying.com
ssteinhoff@dpw.lacounty.gov
818.362.8886
626.458.7000
Stephen Hughey
Land Surveying.
smhughes@sbcglobal.net
818.203.7538
Diane Wells
Caltrans
diane.wells@dot.ca.gov
213.897.1766
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Please download the CLSA membership brochure for complete details about membership benefits and
resources.
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provide members with affinity group premium discounts on professional liability as well as other
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M ORE CLSA M EMBER B ENEFITS
CLSA Annual Conference
Three days filled with educational workshops, technical sessions and
exhibits. The Annual Conference is a great time to network and learn
from other industry professionals.
CLSA NEWS
Bi-monthly publication to keep you informed on legislative updates and
current events.
CLSA Website
CLSA Seminars
The CLSA website provides members with a wide range of resources,
CLSA one-day seminars, held throughout the state, are designed to offer including discussion forums, referral services, legislative updates and
affordable, quality education.
extensive networking resources.
California Surveyor
The voice of the California Surveyor, published quarterly.
CLSA Publications
All CLSA publications are available to members at a discounted price.
Publications updated annually include, the Subdivision Map Act with
Index, PLS Act, PE Act, Board Rules and PLS Roster.
Representation/Liaisons
CLSA has an active legislative program, legislative advocate, and a liaison with the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
Chapter Meetings
With 22 chapters statewide, chapter meetings are held monthly and
feature guest speakers and informative programs.
CLSA Education Foundation
CLSA Education Foundation provides educational assistance to students
to ensure the future of our profession.
National & Regional Representation
To maintain your interests in the forefront of National concerns, CLSA
is a member of ACSM and WFPS.
Business & Professional Services
CLSA provides a fully staffed central office which is available to answer
questions or to provide up-to-date referrals concerning legislation, educational opportunities, job opportunities or other issues concerning
membership.
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CLSA M EMBERSHIP - I T D OESN ' T C OST , I T P AYS !
Snapshot of a Typical Members Savings
Savings
Attend one CLSA Seminar
(Member price $105, Non-Member price $205)
$100.00
Attend CLSA Annual Conference
(Member price $365, Non-Member price $415)
$50.00
Purchase CLSA Complete Package Publication
(Member price $35.50, Non-Member price $71)
$35.50
Total Savings
$185.50 savings for CLSA members!
To remain competitive in this economy, more and more companies are accepting
credit credit cards to provide flexible options to their clients.
CLSA has teamed with United Bank to offer CLSA members premier merchant services at an affordable price.
For more information, contact Julie Monaco by calling (707) 548-3086.
T HE H OLLYWOOD R OVER P AGE 9
COLLEGE OF THE CANYONS SURVEYING CLASSES
NEW for Spring 2012!!! College of the Canyons will simultaneously offer a hybrid and online Survey
101 course. The instructor will utilize a tablet PC and CCCConfer to allow students to participate in
the classroom both synchronously and asynchronously, providing students the option of an "in the
classroom" experience. The Spring semester begins Monday, February 6, 2012, and ends Thursday,
May.31, 2012.
SURV 101 INTRODUCTION TO LAND SURVEYING
Units: 4.00 - CSU, May Be Taken Once for Credit
Recommended Preparation: MATH-070 & MATH-083
Presents the fundamentals of land surveying, field practice, and calculations. Includes equipment and
equipment use, horizontal, vertical, angular measurements; error, traversing, leveling and stadia. Also
SURV 106 BOUNDARY CONTROL AND LEGAL PRINCIPLES II
Units: 3.00 - CSU, May Be Taken Once for Credit
Recommended Preparation: SURV-105
Principles and techniques of boundary control. Interpretation of land descriptions, voluntary and involuntary transfer of property, senior rights, simultaneous conveyances, sequential conveyances, and case
law pertaining to boundary disputes.
BONH 310 LECTURE TH 06:00PM 09:05PM
SURV 110 COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING FOR SURVEYORS
Units: 3.00 - CSU, May Be Taken Once for Credit
Recommended Preparation: SURV-101
Introduction to computer aided drafting for land surveying using AutoCAD Civil 3D..
MENH 221 LECTURE MW 06:30PM 08:55PM
The schedule can be found on the mail campus web page (www.canyons.edu) by selecting the Class Schedule
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FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTOCAD
VERSION 2010
Program Summary : A hands-on course designed to provide the participant with an introduction to using AutoCAD software.
Description: This class is a foundational short course exploring AutoCAD. The participant
will use basic drafting, modifying and display commands, measuring devices and adding Text
& Multi-leaders to a drawing. Students will have an opportunity to practice using AutoCAD in
a classroom setting.
Course Fees: $85
Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Starting January 3 through February 2, 2012
College of the Canyons FastTrack
5 Week Course
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
CLASS BEGINS JANUARY 3, 2012
UCEN 309
College of the Canyons
26455 Rockwell Canyon Road
Valencia, CA
REGISTER NOW!
Online: www.canyons.edu/fasttrack
or email FastTrack@canyons.edu
The web site address will access the welding certification program. Copying & pasting the web site address to your
explorer will access the fast track web site. At the fast track web site, click on the "Fundamentals of AutoCad" to view
the class description and the class schedule. To register for the class, click on the "Calendar & Registration" option at
the left of the web site. Select the AutoCad class (January 3) and click on "Register Now". This will provide all the
information about the class. To continue registering, enter your E-mail address and select "Continue". If you are
experiencing any problems with the registration process, E-mail me or E-mail or call Sheryn Monheim at the Fast track
institute office. Sheryn's phone number is 661-362-3521 and her E-mail address is Sheryn.Monheim@canyons.edu.
T HE H OLLYWOOD R OVER conference@californiasurveyors.org
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o Plantinum Sponsorship.................................................................................. $8000
o Gold Sponsorship........................................................................................... $5000
o Cocktail Party/Scholarship Auction.............................................................. $4000
o Name Badge Wallet......................................................................................... $2000
o Monday Luncheon with Entertainment......................................................... $2000
o Tuesday Awards Luncheon............................................................................ $2000
o Tuesday Dinner with Entertainment.............................................................. $2000
o Icebreaker Reception...................................................................................... $1500
o Refreshment Break........................................................................................... $500
o Sponsor a Student............................................................................................ $350
Total $______________
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T 707.578.6016 F 707.578.4406
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1125 E. Broadway, #96
Glendale, CA 91205-1315
2012 LS EXAM REVIEW CLASS
The LS review lectures will be covering topics which will likely be encountered within the California
Land Surveyors’ Examination. Each lecture will be presented by a professional currently practicing
or recently retired in the State.
The Los Angeles Chapter of CLSA has been successful in its LS Exam Review classes to help LSIT
applicants prepare for and pass the state examinations. If you are considering taking this
examination or have already signed up, you are encourage to participate in this successful program.
The Los Angeles CLSA Chapter is anxious to assist you in the successful preparation for your state
examination.
Each class will be held on consecutive Thursday evenings beginning January 5, 2012 and
continuing thru March 29, 2012. There will be several Saturday classes as well.
Please see the specifics in the enclosed attachment.
WHEN & WHERE
January through March 2012
Thursday Evenings (beginning January 5th) 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 4, 11 and 18th — 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (lunch provided)
Saturday, March 24th — 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (graduation party after)
CA Dept. of Transportation (Caltrans)
100 South Main Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Mandatory Pre-registration
New parking requirements for accessing Caltrans Parking
If you do not Pre-register, you will not be allowed into parking.
Contact Diane Wells
213.897.1766 (Caltrans) or diane_wells@dot.ca.gov
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1125 E. Broadway, #96
Glendale, CA 91205-1315
2012 LS EXAM REVIEW CLASS
REGISTRATION
Please register me for the Los Angeles Chapter CLSA LS Review Class
Los Angeles Chapter Member $330.00.
Non Chapter Member $350.00.
I understand that $20 of these fees will be applied towards membership in the Los Angeles Chapter of CLSA
REGISTRANT INFORMATION:
Name:
Work Address:
Home Address:
Work Email:
Home Email
Work Number:
Home or Cell Number:
LSIT #:
Registration Process
#1 — Email this form to diane_wells@dot.ca.gov
#2 — Call Diane Wells @ 213.897.1766
You must pre-register for this class
due to Caltrans Parking requirements
#3 — Bring your registration form and fee to first class. Make check
payable to CLSA-LA Chapter
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1125 E. Broadway, #96
Glendale, CA 91205-1315
2012 LS EXAM REVIEW CLASS SCHEDULE
Sponsored by the Los Angeles Chapter of California Land Surveyors Association
TOPICS TO BE COVERED
Thursday
January 5
Construction Surveys
Mark Price, PLS
(City of Glendale)
Thursday
January 12
Construction Surveys
Mark Price, PLS
(City of Glendale)
Thursday
January 19
TBA
TBA
Thursday
January 26
Geodesy & GPS
Jay Satalich, PLS
(Caltrans)
Thursday
February 2
State Plane Coordinates
Jay Satalich, PLS
(Caltrans)
Saturday
February 4
Public Land Survey System
Jim McCavitt, PLS
(BLM)
Thursday
February 9
ALTA Surveys
Jay Seymour, RLS, PLS
(Professional Land Consultants, Inc.)
Saturday
February 11
Boundary (Part one)
Dave Woolley, PLS
(D. Woolley & Associates)
Thursday
February 16
Laws for Surveyors
Dan May, PLS
(Sikand)
Saturday
February 18
Boundary (Part two)
Dave Woolley, PLS
(D. Woolley & Associates)
Thursday
February 23
Water Boundaries
Kelly Olin, PLS
(State Lands Commission—Retired)
Thursday
March 1
Writing Legal Descriptions (Part
one)
TBA
Thursday
March 8
Photogrammetry
TBA
Thursday
March 15
Writing Legal Descriptions (Part
two)
TBA
Thursday
March 22
(Pre) Review for Mock Exam
Instructors TBA
Saturday
March 24
Mock Exam
Proctors TBA
Thursday
March 29
Mock Exam Post Review
Instructors TBA