WSPMA Pest Intelligencer Fall 2014

THE PEST INTELLIGENCER
THE NEWSLETTER OF THE WASHINGTON STATE PEST MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
Fall Edition
2014
August
September
October
Leavenworth
PAGES
4-6
President Elect, Jack Dein welcoming newly elected 2015 Vice President, Alex Altizier, joined
by our current President, Sean Bergmann. Meeting minutes and more photos on pages 4,5 &6
NOW!
Read The Newsletter
Online at
WWW.WSPCA.ORG
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Want To Get Away? Facing the challenges of business in 2014.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
President’s
Report
Cover & 2
WSPMA Board &
Committee Chairs
2
Announcements
3
Leavenworth Meeting
Minutes/Recap
4-6
WSPMA Education 8&9
WSU Education
10
NPMA
12
XO Report Back Cover
It has been an interesting last couple of years for me at United. Due to a little short sightedness and a lot of course, horrible timing, we have and are faced with some incredibly tough
challenges. Last summer we made the decision to change our database providers in August.
This year we have been forced to move our offices by the end of July; Yikes! I guess at the
very least this makes us glutens for punishment to go through this at the worst time of year for
a pest control company. As you can imagine, the action I wanted to take was to just “Get
away” like in the Southwest Airlines ad and let someone else take care of it.
Our State Association, like many others, face the same challenges as well! We have a strong
Board of Directors to help direct the Association’s business in numerous areas such as
membership, education, financial stewardship, member networking, marketing, political action
and protection of our members and communities to name a few. This a daunting task to say
the least for just a handful of members who so graciously donate their time. I’m sure many of
you can read the tea leaves and have figured out what I am going to say next. Many hands
make light work and might I say a vibrant and successful WSPMA!
Here is my plea to you for some minor help with a few items that definitely need
attention and can go a long way to making this a successful year as we move into Fall and
finish out 2014.
CONGRATULATE OUR NEW VP! Alex Altizer was nominated and voted in as our next
VP for the Association in Leavenworth. I am very excited to work with him and am grateful
for Alex’s commitment to the WSPMA. Please reach out to him and welcome him to the
leadership team.
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THE WSPMA BOARD & COMMITTEE CHAIRS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
President: Sean Bergmann/United Pest Solutions, Seattle
President Elect: Jack Dein/Eden, Spokane
Vice President: Elmer Bensinger/Mathis Exterminating
Immediate Past President: Brad Thorstenson/Interstate PC, Kelso
206.632.1270
509.327.3700
360.943.2270
360.636.0560
SeanB@UnitedPestSolutions.com
EdenSpokane@gmail.com
Elmer@mathispest.com
Brad@InterstatePest.com
425.820.1980
509.994.7748
800.272.4988
Rick@WillardsPestControl.com
PaulNibarger@live.com
LarryT@SpraguePest.com
360.709.9309
800.253.3836
360.556.6208
BudRodent@aol.com
BugLadyTerri@yahoo.com
WSPCA1@aol.com
COMMITTEE CHAIRS:
Education Chairman: Rick Mix/Willard’s PC, Kirkland
Eastern WA Co Chair: Paul Nibarger/Prime PC, Spokane
Gov. Affairs: Larry Treleven/Sprague Pest Solutions, Tacoma
EXECUTIVE STAFF:
Executive Officer: Tim Baker/WSPMA Office, Olympia
Newsletter Editor: Terri Garren/WSPMA Office, Olympia
Research & Politics: Art Losey, Olympia
(President’s Report Continued from cover page)
WSPMA PAC: We are almost out of funds and need help replenishing the political
action committee coffers. The PAC has helped support legislation and in particular
representative candidates both nationally and locally who support our industry’s
desire to protect the health and property of our WA communities. Thanks to those of
you who gave generously to the PAC during our Leavenworth General Membership
Golf Tournament Sept. 5th! This will be an instrumental election year for those
running for office in support of small business and our industry. I encourage those of
you who have not supported the PAC recently to help join the cause by contacting the
Association and making a donation for this year’s election cycle.
EDUCATION: Education is the lifeblood of our industry and of our association.
Please help support our educational events this Fall on both sides of the State in
November and our next General Membership meeting December 6th.. Please check
out the website wspca.org for all of the offered educational opportunities the rest of
the year.
EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP: Through our partnership with the Northwest
Pest Management Conference our association is awarding a $4,500.00 annual industry
related educational scholarship to a member or employee who desires to grow and
promote our industry in Washington State. We will be accepting applications through
the end of the year and will announce the winner at the Northwest Conference banquet February 27th, 2015. Please help promote worthy candidates to print and fill out
an application on our website and/or make recommendations to Tim Baker.
Please don’t hesitate to inquire about opportunities for you or your business with the
WSPMA on our website or by contacting one of the Board Members directly.
Blessings to all!
Sean Bergmann
2014 WSPMA - President Ph: 866-771-PEST(7378) Email: SeanB@UnitedPestSolutions.com
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
B&G EQUIPMENT COMPANY
Jackson, GA 714.319.4422
John Cotton, Technical Sales Representative
salesdept@bgequip.com
www.bgequip.com Joint Member
LAND O’ LAKES (WINFIELD)
Auburn, WA 253.735.7942
Shane Riley, Sales Representative
SORiley@LandOLakes.com
Joint Member
BENEVOLENT FUND
The funds will be held in an account,
accessible for Members in need.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION
THE ENTOMOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA
(ESA) ANNOUNCED THE NEW
ASSOCIATED CERTIFIED ENTOMOLOGISTS.
AAA PEST CONTROL
ALL PRO PEST CONTROL
ANTWORKS PEST CONTROL
EASTSIDE EXTERMINATORS
EDEN PEST TECHNOLOGIES SPOKANE
INTERSTATE PEST MANAGEMENT
MICHAEL GLENDENNING PEST MANAGEMENT
PRATT PEST MANAGEMENT
SENTINEL PEST CONTROL
CHARLES P TRIMBLE, ACE,
THE
SPRAGUE PEST SOLUTIONS NAMED
A TOP 100 COMPANY
Tacoma, Wash. A growing structural pest control industry
has helped Tacoma-based Sprague Pest Solutions
(www.spraguepest.com) move up to 29th on the 2014 Pest
Control Technology magazine Top 100 List, an annual compilation of the leading pest management companies in the United
States. The list was included in the magazine’s May issue
www.pctonline.com).
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The company provides vital pest management and consulting
services to leading food industry, healthcare, hospitality, education, agriculture, education and multi-family housing facilities in the Pacific Northwest and Inter-Mountain regions. It
operates service centers in Washington, Oregon, Idaho,
Utah and Colorado.
“Being named to the PCT Top 100 List is evidence of the
dedication our team and validates the business model we
have been following for more than eight decades of delivering
quality, dependable and innovative service to commercial and
residential clients,” says Alfie Treleven, CEO and president of
Sprague Pest Solutions. “This dedication has allowed us to
position our company as the premier pest management service
provider in the Pacific Northwest and Western Mountain
Regions, and one of the leading pest management firms in
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Two of which are from Washington State.
Both are with SPRAGUE PEST SOLUTIONS.
CONGRATULATIONS
certified 7/7/2014 &
EDWARD SCOTT BELLISTON, ACE,
certified 7/7/2104.
WSPMA 2014 MEETINGS & SEMINARS
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
November 1st
(All Day on a Saturday)
Lunch included
SPI/WDO TRAINING SEMINAR
South Puget Sound Community
College, Olympia, WA
November 6th
EASTERN WA TRAINING SEMINAR
(All Day on a Thursday) Lincoln Center, Spokane, WA
Lunch included
November 8th
WESTERN WA TRAINING SEMINAR
(All Day on a Saturday) Highline Community College
Lunch included
Kent, WA
The program for the Eastern WA Training Seminar will be
repeated at the Western WA Training Seminar.
WSDA Credits can only be applied from one or the other
if you choose to attend both sessions.
December 3rd, Saturday
10:00-2:00
Lunch included
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Gregory’s Restaurant
SeaTac Red Lion
Honoring of Art Losey
Registration for events can be found at www.wspca.org
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GENERAL MEMEBRSHIP MEETING
LEAVENWORTH SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2014
Meeting called to order at 8:30am by
President, Sean Bergmann.
OLD BUSINESS & OPENNING COMMENTS
A recap of the previous day’s events were given and the
Board Members and Vendors were thanked for their support.
The Vendors each introduced themselves and gave a brief
presentation. Joe Teague with UNIVAR, spoke for Rennie
Kubick with AMVAC, due to an injury that kept him from
attending the meeting. Thanks were given to Nick Grisafe
with Syngenta, who was unable to attend, but sponsored the
river float event.
Rick Mix announced the winning golfers & awarded the golf
prizes. In addition to the cost of golf, Members gave over
$600 in contributions to be designated to the PAC fund.
Sean distributed a paper with the WSPMA Scholarship
Selection Rules and Regulations and encouraged the
Membership to seek applicants and submit their application
prior to the end of the year. If all goes as planned, the winner
will be announced at the next General Membership meeting
in February at Hood River.
GUEST SPEAKERS
Sean introduced our first guest speaker, Ken Krous with the
State of Washington Department Of Revenue. His topic was
on “Audits, Compliance and where and when Sales Tax
applies”.
Following a short break, Sean introduced Ray Johnson with
Johnson Pest Control and a past president of NPMA. His talk
was “Human Resource Management Best Practices”.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Prior to the reports, Corey Chantry moved to accept the
minutes of the last meeting as written in the Pest
Intelligencer. Larry Treleven seconded the motion. All
agreed.
EDUCATION
Rick Mix recited the class schedule, venues and speaker line
up for this fall. Additional education events are NPMA
PestWorld in Orlando Florida October 21st -24th. For 2015,
there will be the NWPMC at Hood River and Laurel
Hansen’s Ant ID in January.
EASTERN WASHINGTON
Jack Dein confirmed that the Western Washington Seminar
will be repeated in Eastern Washington. He also
attended a city council meeting in Spokane where
uninformed citizens were protesting neo nicotine products.
He thought it would be prudent for the WSPMA to attend,
with facts, to counter the protests in the future.
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GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
Larry Treleven reported on the available PAC funds & the
generous funds raised from the golf tournament. Bob Dold is
in the Congressional race for Illinois & he may send a
contribution his way.
Chemical sales are abundant on the internet. Larry has met
with WSDA and will check to see if the officials of
ASPCRO can intervene. Tim Baker added that in recent
conversation, the Department of Revenue is very interested
in the tax dollars generated. He will keep the Membership
posted.
Larry mentioned that licensing for bird control has been
complicated. Multiple agencies are requiring licensing so he
is working with Fish & Wildlife & WSDA to see if a
consolidated license can be created.
FINANCIAL
Tim Baker reported we are up in revenue and in profit
(income over expenses).
10 companies still need to renew. Tim Baker updated progress of The “Benevolent Fund”, a means in which funds can
be set aside for Members experiencing grief or financial
GENERAL MEMEBRSHIP
LEAVENWORTH SEPTEMBER 5TH & 6TH, 2014
hardship. $900 has been donated. Applicants need to submit
in writing for the Board’s approval to dispense funds.
Credit Card use fees have been reduced significantly thanks
to Members writing checks instead of charging.
NPMA has changed their policy for accepting their dues. If
not paid and in the bank by October 1st, Membership is
suspended.
NEW BUSINESS & CLOSING COMMENTS
Sean introduced Alex Altizier as the candidate for the 2015
WSPMA Vice President. Alex said a few words. Corey
Chantry moved to elect Alex. Rick Mix seconded. All
agreed.
President Elect Jack Dein presented President Sean
Bergmann with a plaque of recognition for his term.
Everybody clapped.
Raffle gifts donated by the Vendors were drawn for.Rick
moved to adjourn. Jack Dein seconded. All agreed.
Meeting adjourned at 1:00pm
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Thank you Nick Grisafe with Syngenta!! For sponsoring our
river float. It was fantastic! Wish you could have been here.
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GENERAL MEMEBRSHIP
LEAVENWORTH SEPTEMBER 5TH & 6TH, 2014
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WASHINGTON STATE PEST MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
SOUTH PUGET SOUND
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SPI FALL SEMINAR
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1ST, 2014 7:30-5:00
2011 Mottman RD SW Olympia, WA 98512
Building 35
TOTAL 7 CEU APPLIED FOR WSDA & DOL
http://www.spscc.ctc.edu/map-and-directions
Company:______________________________
Law Suits
Contact :_______________________________
Phone: (_____)__________________________
Email__________________________________
Continental Breakfast & Buffet Lunch Included
Attendee:_____________________________________________
Attendee:_____________________________________________
Attendee:_____________________________________________
Attendee:_____________________________________________
GREGORY C. PYFROM, SR.
Dr. Pyfrom is a civil trial lawyer specializing in the defense of Realtors and home
inspectors. He has tried in excess of 200
Superior Court jury trials and has tried
cases on national television. He recently
obtained a verdict against a former national television news anchor, not only
defending the inspector’s case but obtaining a judgment of
$130,000. He is currently defending a home inspection
company against a lawsuit filed by the singer/entertainer,
Rhianna, which is pending in Los Angeles being collected/
appealed in excess of $ 650,000, pending. He is also a
highly entertaining, engaging and educational speaker.
# of Attendees _______ x WSPMA Members $95.00
Total $ ___________
# of Attendees ______ x Non Members $ 120.00
Total $___________
MASTER CARD and VISA CARDS ONLY
3% use fee for Members and 5% use fee for all Non-Members
Credit Card #
____________________________________________________
Exp.____________
*All reservations, payment and correspondence to be directed to Tim
Baker, WSPMA Executive Officer via contact information contained
herein.
* Reservation are not considered confirmed until paid in full.
* Reservation payments are not refundable.
* Seating will be limited. To secure a seat, it is recommended you make
advance arrangements.
Return This Registration With Payment To WSPMA Office Address Below
Retain A Copy
For Your Records
Full agenda online
www.wspca.org
4600 Village Circle SE
800-253-3836
tbaker@wspma.org
Email Works Great For
Registration & Payment
Olympia WA 98501
360-709-9309
www.wspca.org
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Mold, Mildews and Fungi
RANDY GANDARA
Randy is the owner of Certified Indoor
Air which specializes in water and mold
damage restoration. He is certified for
water damage restoration through the Institute of Inspection. Cleaning and Restoration, certified as a Microbial Remediation Technician and is an IAQA Practitioner with the Indoor Air Quality Association.
Identifying WDO’s and Water Penetration
BRENT FOSTER
Brent is the owner of Northwest Infrared
and provides infrared service for the
detection of heat loss, moisture intrusion
and building defects. He is a Certified
Level 111 Thermographer; certified master building inspector, and a certified
building analyst with over 18 years of
field experience. Brent is an author of many articles published on subjects concerning energy conservation, moisture intrusion and why the buildings behave badly.
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7 CEU’s
WSDA &
IDA
Continental Breakfast & Lunch Included
Send Payments to: 4600 Village Circle SE, Olympia WA 98501
800-253-3836 -360-709-9309 email: BudRodent@aol.com
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SELECT YOUR VENUE
] Highline CC 11-6-2014 [ ] Lincoln Center 11-8-2014
WSU PUYALLUP PMP AND SPI COURSES
HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS
PEST MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL:
STRUCTURAL PEST INSPECTORS:
.
Public Health Pests and the PMP
January 20, 2015 from 3:00-7:00pm (Early registration by
Jan. 6, 2014)––“Ouch! It stung me.” We will discuss a
PMP’s role in managing public health pests and protecting
the public.Registration fees are $50 for early registration,
$75 for regular registration. 4 WSDA recertification credits.
WSU Puyallup Structural Pest IPM Facility
September 15, 2014:WDO Identification and
Rules
Find and identify structural pests and their damage in their
natural environment. Learn how to do a complete WDO
inspection and report the findings. 8 WSDA and8 DOL
Home Inspector credits (# 227).
Arthropod ID
March 10, 2015 from 1:00-7:00pm (Early registration by
Feb. 24, 2015)–-The only way to manage your pests is to
know what it is! Learn the basics of arthropod identification
for effective pest management. At this workshop you will
also receive insect specimens and collection tools.
Registration fees are $75 for early registration, $100 for
regular registration.6 WSDA recertification credits
Structural Pests
April 7, 2015 (Early registration by Apr. 1, 2013)–- What is
destroying my house? Technicians will learn about wooddestroying organisms such as carpenter ants and termites,
conduct a pest inspection, and create a management plan.
Registration fees are $50 for early registration, $75 for regular registration. 4 WSDA recertification credits.
Summer Edition 2014
September 16, 2014: Conducting Inspections
Find out how to prepareessential WDO inspection reports
and diagrams. Conduct on-site inspectionsin two buildings
and prepare reports on their findings. Extensive
inspection,discussion, andin-class report writing techniques
will be covered.
8WSDA and 8 DOL Home Inspector credits (#230).
Register by September 2 and attend both days for $250
or only one day for $150.
Registration:
http://structuralpest.wsu.edu/.
Questions: 509-335-2830 or pest@wsu.edu.
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HOTEL INFORMATION
Walt Disney Swan and Dolphin Resort
Experience the award-winning Walt Disney World
Swan and Dolphin Resort during your stay at PestWorld.
For reservations, call (800) 227-1500 and mention "NPMA" to receive the
negotiated rate of $225.00 per night or visit
http://www.swandolphin.com/groupres/npma/.
Premium rooms are also available at higher fees.
This rate is in effect until September 30.
Visit the hotel Web site to learn more about the venue.
For more information visit:
www.NPMAPestWorld.org/pestworld2014/events.cfm#
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WASHINGTON STATE
PEST MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
4600 VILLAGE CIRCLE SE
OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON 98501
EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT
TIM BAKER
A hardy “thank you” goes out to all that participated in this
year’s Annual Membership Meeting held in Leavenworth.
Our Vendor support was the largest ever. Golf day was just
about the best you could ask for and the river floaters timed it
just right. For those that didn’t, or couldn’t, make it, I have to
ask why?
Our speakers this year couldn’t have been much further apart
in both content and delivery. While we all pretty much
guessed that the Department of Revenue would be a yawner,
we were proved wrong. Ken Krous engaged the audience with
facts and answers that helped many. Our second presenter, Ray Johnson, while having much information, read his power point
show to the audience.
Every class or seminar that we hold allows for the attendees to provide feedback and comments about speakers, venue, heat,
AV, food and more. This is very important to us as we do review the evaluations and base future decisions from them. If we
don’t get the feedback information, we ASSUME that everything went as planned and we will do it again, and again, and again.
(Get the point?) As I listened to Members that had attended the Leavenworth meeting for the last umpty-umpty years I picked up
on a common concern that the Saturday afternoon BBQ was typically late and that many, especially Vendors, needed to leave to
catch a plane home. We changed that this year based on that feedback. Holding the BBQ on Friday evening, I think, was a great
move. What did you think?
While one of the biggest turn-outs ever, I still have to wonder why we can’t have at least 50% of the Member attend. So after
reading this please consider dropping me an e mail as to what we can do to get YOU (and your family) to the meeting.
(No, I will not hand out cash) And just a heads up; our next Membership meeting will be on Saturday December 6th in SeaTac.
Cheers!