February 4

February 4, 2014
• Advocating for Infrastructure
• N
YSDOT Commissioner Provides Insight
on Governor’s Executive Budget
• L ong Beach Settles Litigation on
Superblock Project
• M
ark Your Calendars for NYRIC’s
Washington Reception
• A
ttention LICA General Contractor
Members
• T eamsters Local 282 Signs PLA with
Suffolk Community College
• L ICA Hosts Exclusive Breakfast Meeting
with NCDPW and SCDPW Commissioners
Advocating for Infrastructure
The Long Island Contractors’ Association (LICA) has reminded Newsday readers
that effectively managing a region’s economic development while protecting its water
supply requires an investment in sewers.
• C
FMA Hosts Panel on Building
Relationships with NY’s Public Agencies
• 1 10 Sand Company’s Mine Safety and
Health Administration Refresher Seminar
• Show Your Support for CFK!
• *SAVE THE DATE*
In a letter to the editor, LICA’s Executive Director Marc Herbst wrote, “Newsday’s
editorial calling for substantive steps to address the region’s nitrogen pollution crisis
mentions sewers as one remediation strategy, but one that is costly [“It’s clear that local
water is a concern. Now what?,” Jan. 29].
“Sewers are expensive, but any effective infrastructure with the ability to improve our
society is going to require a substantial investment, especially if it would allow us to shut
private septic tanks and cesspools that leach into our water resources.
“Politically driven alternatives would create yet one more layer of costly government for
the taxpayer -- for example, a regional Long Island Water Commission, which would
require new salaries, pensions, patronage and administrative costs. Or we would have
to live with draconian restrictions that would impact economic growth.
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“In the ‘70s, federal funds were available to localities for 85 percent of the cost of sewer main lines and 50 percent of lateral
lines. Long Island took advantage of the program and received $1.4 billion for its sewer systems: $800 million for Nassau
County and $640 million for Suffolk County. A similar program would allow us to recharge our economy, our infrastructure
and, most important, our water supply,” concluded Herbst.
NYSDOT Commissioner Provides Insight
on Governor’s Executive Budget
New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Commissioner Joan McDonald has
provided the construction industry with insight into Governor Cuomo’s infrastructure vision during her
testimony before the Legislative Fiscal and Transportation Committees regarding the Executive Budget as it
pertains to the DOT for the 2014-15 State Fiscal Year (SFY).
“The Executive Budget makes significant new State investments to improve the transportation system, enhance the system’s
resiliency, create jobs, and deliver historic levels of aid for transit systems, McDonald said. “The Executive Budget includes
more than $3.4 billion in new capital program funding during SFY 2014-15. Of that amount, more than $2.3 billion in new
funding is provided to support the Department’s highway and bridge program, including: more than $1.7 billion in new
construction funding for the repair, rehabilitation and replacement of critical State and local infrastructure and approximately
$600 million in engineering, right-of-way and other program delivery support. The capital program provides $438 million in
additional funding for local highway and bridge projects under the Consolidated Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS) and
$39.7 million for the local matching share of federally-aided projects under the Marchiselli program.”
McDonald defended Cuomo’s role to date, stating, “Since coming into office, the Governor has made investments in
infrastructure – including significant new investments in transportation infrastructure – a cornerstone of the State’s economic
development blueprint. The NY Works program is an example of the entrepreneurial model of government that is working for
the people of New York. Through NY Works, DOT has accelerated hundreds of projects across the state, including repaving
2,157 miles of roads and rehabilitating more than 110 bridges.”
Upcoming projects for Long Island as part of the Governor’s accelerated state highway and bridge project initiative include
the following:
Senate/Assembly PIN OR BIN Description
Amount
Senate
005918
Pavement Rehabilitation - NY27 - Egypt Lane to Etna Rd
$24,000,000
Senate
004237
Pavement Rehabilitation - Route 25 - Tucker Lane to to End of Route 25
$12,600,000
Senate
022940
Superstructure Replacement - Carlls Straight Path over I-495 $25,200,000
Senate
Install Bridge Hit Detection and Warning Systems on the Northern
and Southern State Parkways
$1,800,000
Assembly
0016.25
Road Reconstruction - Route 112 rehabilitation from Granny Road
to NY 25
$18,000,000
Senate
Pavement Rehabilitation - NY27 - Wantagh State Pkwy to Nass/Suff Line
$16,500,000
0T2485
Click here to view Commissioner McDonald’s full testimony.
February 4, 2014
Long Beach Settles
Litigation on Superblock Project
Bringing the project, over 30 years in the making,
one step closer to ground breaking and new construction jobs
Speaking on behalf of LICA, Louis
Imbroto, Esq. testified before both
the Long Beach City Council and
the City Zoning Board to advocate
on behalf of Long Beach’s
proposed “Superblock” project that
would see significant economic
investment in that seaside city.
Since testifying, LICA has been
informed that the City’s threedecade-old lawsuit against the
current and prior owners of the
Superblock has been settled,
clearing the way for potential
development that would mean an
increase in construction jobs.
“The Superblock project is one that can define and protect the future of Long Beach for generations to come,” testified
Imbroto. “We look forward to seeing a thoughtful public presentation regarding the project, including the creation of retail
establishments envisioned for the boardwalk, the additional jobs that would be created and new tax revenue.”
Imbroto emphasized during the recent hearings that, “LICA is more than a casual observer to this next chapter in the history
of Long Beach, responding in partnership with Long Beach in the race to restore the boardwalk and thereby repair a gaping
wound in the community’s economy. Our member firms Thomas Novelli Contracting Corp., Grace Industries LLC and
LiRo Engineers, Inc. helped remove and replace the boardwalk in time for the beach season. And now we stand ready to
help with the Superblock project … You may remain confident that the necessary manpower and equipment will be available
to construct the infrastructure required to support a project that can become a transformative symbol of Long Island’s ability
to grow and prosper as a place to live and work in the future.”
“Together, we survived the storm. Now let’s build on that near death experience to create a far stronger economy through
development of the Superblock,” concluded Imbroto.
iStar, the developer for the project, has proposed two 160-foot towers with 522 units, which would be the tallest buildings
in Long Beach. The plan also includes 11,000 square feet of commercial space that would front the boardwalk and would
include more than 900 parking spaces.
iStar informed Newsday that the project still needs approval from the zoning board. Voting on this project is set to take
place at the board’s February 27th meeting.
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February 4, 2014
Mark Your Calendars for
NYRIC’s Washington Reception
The New York Road and Infrastructure Coalition (NYRIC) is hosting their annual
Washington D.C. legislative reception Tuesday, March 11th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
at the United States Capitol Building.
If you are interested in attending this year’s reception, please contact the General
Contractors Association (GCA) Director of External Affairs Felice Farber at
FFarber@gcany.net.
Attention LICA General
Contractor Members
Suffolk County Department of Public Works (SCDPW) is evaluating the feasibility of enacting a bridge requirements
contract. The department is seeking input from LICA bridge contractors as it develops specifications for the proposal.
James Peterman, P.E., SCDPW principal civil engineer, is interested in arranging a meeting with any contractors
who may be willing to offer advice and suggestions. If you wish to participate, please feel free to contact Jim directly at
631-852-4003 or james.peterman@co.suffolk.ny.us.
Teamsters Local 282 Signs PLA
with Suffolk Community College
The Teamsters Local 282 has informed LICA that they have signed a Project Labor Agreement
(PLA) with Suffolk Community College Health and Wellness Center, East Campus.
As such, this project should be bid as “A” Rate, Heavy Construction Work pursuant to the latest
collective bargaining agreement with Local 282.
If you have any questions, please contact LICA’s Executive Director Marc Herbst at 631-231-LICA
(5422) or by email at MHerbst@licanys.org.
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LICA Hosts Exclusive Breakfast Meeting
with NCDPW and SCDPW Commissioners
LICA is hosting an Exclusive Breakfast meeting for our general contractor members to meet
with Nassau County Department of Public Works (NCDPW) Commissioner Shila ShahGavnoudias, P.E. and Suffolk County Department of Public Works (SCDPW) Commissioner
Gilbert Anderson on Wednesday, February 26th from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Carlyle on the
Green, Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale.
Space is limited to the first 25 general contractor member firms to register. Only one
member per general contractor will be accepted, and the invitation is not transferable.
Cordially invites you to attend an
Exclusive Breakfast Meeting
Featuring
Shila Shah-Gavnoudias, P.E.
Gilbert Anderson
Nassau County Public Works Commissioner
Suffolk County Public Works Commissioner
Wednesday, February 26th, 8:30 am-10:30 am
at the Carlyle on the Green
Space is limited to the first 25 general contractor member firms to register. Only one
member per GC will be accepted, and the invitation is not transferable.
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LICA Members: Registration fee is included as part of your 2014 annual dues
Registration fee is free for members as it is included as part of your 2014 annual dues. If you
are interested in attending, please click here to fill out the RSVP form and e-mail or fax your
response to LICA’s Communication Manager Michelle Giametta at mgiametta@licanys.org or 631-231-4291.
Remember, space is limited, so please send in your response as soon as possible!
R.S.V.P. via fax: 631-231-4291 Or mgiametta@licanys.org
If attending, please e-mail or fax the R.S.V.P. form on the next page.
CFMA Hosts Panel on Building
Relationships with NY’s Public Agencies
Please join the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) NYC Chapter
for its annual Building Relationships with New York’s Public Agencies panel this Thursday,
February 6th from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Arno’s Ristorante, 141 West 38th Street, NYC.
The moderator for the morning panel is LICA member Henry L. Goldberg, managing
partner of Goldberg and Connolly Attorneys at Law. Panelists include Construction Managing Director for the
Dormitory Authority State of New York Stephen D. Curro and New York City Commissioner for the Department of
Environmental Protection Carter Strickland.
If you are interested in attending, please note that there is a $75 fee for CFMA members and a $90 fee for non-CFMA
members. For more information please contact Debbie Romano at sadie384@aol.com. To register for this event,
please click here.
110 Sand Company’s Mine Safety and
Health Administration Refresher Seminar
Because operational safety sits at the center of what every LICA member practices, LICA member
110 Sand Company is hosting its annual Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Safety
Refresher Seminar on Monday, March 17th and Tuesday, March 18th from 7:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m. at the UPSKY Long Island Hotel in Hauppauge, and the firm is inviting all LICA
members to attend.
For more information on this event, please contact Jim Debis at 631.694.2822 ext. 12 or at
jimd@110sand.com.
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Show Your Support for CFK!
The Athletes
We are very pleased to announce that the athletes below will be attending
our Main Event on March 14th, 2014!
Contractors for Kids (CFK) is hosting their 2014 Annual
Dinner Dance: “The Main Event” on Friday March 14, 2014
from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. at the Long Island Aquarium &
Exhibition Center in Riverhead, NY.
CFK is a not-for-profit organization founded for the purpose of
providing assistance to families in our communities. Their goal
is to assist children and their families to overcome obstacles
that have unfortunately changed or impacted their lives through sickness, injury or
death. Whether it is to pay a phone bill or mortgage payment, aiding in paying for
medical bills deemed experimental or due to lack of insurance, arranging transportation
or paying for a room to allow families to remain close during these tough times, or in
heartbreaking cases when a child does not survive illness and a family needs financial
help with burying a child, Contractors for Kids will be there.
Dwight Gooden
Tommy John
Cy Young-winning baseball pitcher
who won 3 World Series
Championships and was named to
4 All-Star teams.
Four-time MLB All-Star pitcher
known best for his remarkable
recovery through shoulder
surgery that became known as
Tommy John surgery.
Bret Saberhagen
Marty Lyons
Former major league ace pitcher
who won the Cy Young Award twice
in his career.
American college and professional
football player who was a
defensive tackle in the National
Football League for eleven
seasons during the 1970s and
1980s.
Jesse Barfield
Bud Harrelson
Two-time MLB Gold Glove winner
who had one the best outfield arms
of the 1980's.
MLB shortstop who was named to
two All Star teams as a member of
the New York Mets.
For More Information Please Visit: www.contractorsforkids.org/themainevent.html
The Actors
We are very pleased to announce that the actors below will be attending
our Main Event on March 14th, 2014!
Need a room for the night of “The Main Event?” Rooms have been set aside for the
Hyatt Place East End Hotel (attached to Atlantis), available on a first-come-first-served
basis.
Become a sponsor today! Show your support and choose a sponsorship level that’s
right for you. Sponsorships range from the “Hall of Fame” package at $10,000 to the
“Popcorn” sponsor at $1,250.
Vanessa Marcil
Brenda Barrett - General Hospital
Gina Kincaid - Beverly Hills 90210
Sam Marquez - Las Vegas
Tyler Christopher
Nikolas Cassadine - General Hospital
Scott Reeves
The night’s event features special guests Cy Young Award-winning baseball
pitcher Dwight Gooden; two-time MLB Gold Glove winner Jesse Barfield;
former major league ace pitcher who won the Cy Young Award twice in his career,
For More Information Please Visit: www.contractorsforkids.org/themainevent.html
Bret Saberhagen; four-time MLB All-Star pitcher Tommy John; American college
and professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football
League for eleven seasons during the 1970s and 1980s, Marty Lyons; and MLB shortstop who was named to two All
Star teams as a member of the New York Mets, Bud Harrelson. Actors in attendance will include Vanessa Marcil, best
known for her work on General Hospital, Beverly Hills 90210, and Las Vegas; Tyler Christopher of General Hospital; and
Scott Reeves of The Young and The Restless.
Dr. Steve Webber
Ryan McNeil - The Young and The Restless
For more information or to RSVP to this event, click here.
*SAVE THE DATE*
LICA’s Federal & State Infrastructure Summit
Friday, March 14, 2014 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Fox Hollow, Woodbury
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Bid Results
**Numbers in red represent the winning bid
**Highlighted and bold companies represent LICA Members
Bid Date
1/16/14
Project Name
Wellhead Treatment for VOC Removal @ Plant No. 5
Owner
Hicksville Water District
Contractor
JVR Electric
Rolands Electric Co.
JK Electric Co., Inc.
Hinck Electrical Contracting, Inc.
Bana Electric Corp.
Baltray Enterprises dba Bancker Electric
Palace Electrical Contractors Inc.
1/17/14
SUNY Farmingdale - 15KV Underground Cable/Main Switch Upgrade
SUNY At Farmingdale
Welsbach Electric of Long Island
Baltray Enterprises dba Bancker Electric
Relle Electric Corp.
Commander Electric, Inc.
Eldor Contracting
Mohawk Valley Utility Corporation
Global Electrical Contracting of Westchester, Inc.
Bana Electric Corp.
Hinck Electrical Contracting, Inc.
Beacon Consulting Group, Inc.
SJ Electric Inc.
Expert Electrical Inc.
$
1,029,400
1,088,000
1,276,010
1,392,000
1,396,000
1,447,623
1,483,000
1,515,000
1,595,000
2,069,488
2,090,000
2,995,000
1/21/14
Cedar Creek WPCP Grit Removal Facility Improvements
County of Nassau Office of Public Works
Heritage Mechanical Services
Philip Ross Industries Inc.
Jett Industries Inc.
John P. Picone
Posillico Civil Inc.
RJ Industries Inc./RJI Mechanical
$
7,857,000
8,675,000
8,966,000
9,707,000
9,897,000
10,569,500
1/23/14
VOC Treatment at Plant No. 4 - Phase I Construction
Roslyn Water District
Philip Ross Industries Inc.
Bancker Construction Corp
Bensin Contracting Inc.
$
833,240
894,480
1,035,400
1/23/14
Sanitary Sewer Manhole Replacement
City of Long Beach Public Works
The Novelli Group
Bancker Construction Corp
Araz Industries
$
479,500
631,500
1,254,000
1/24/14
Parking Expansion & New Fuel Filling Station @ HS Bus Maint Fac
Mineola Union Free School District
American Paving & Masonary
Laser Industries Inc.
Fort Hill Industries Inc.
Roadwork Ahead, Inc.
J Anthony Enterprises
PSL Industries, Inc.
$
196,835
205,000
227,375
242,300
284,700
304,858
1/27/14
Abatement & Demolition of Existing Incinerator Bldg @ DPW
Inc. Village of Valley Stream
Gramercy Group
Watral Brothers Inc.
Russo Development Enterprises
L & G Ruggiero Inc.
LJC Dismantling
Breeze National Inc.
$
743,347
1,306,117
1,422,500
1,495,000
1,730,400
2,975,000
1/29/14
Tire Stockpile Abatement Svcs - NY Tire/Izzo Property
New York State Office of General Services
S & M Prompt Rubbish
Powercrush Inc.
Sealand Enviro, LLC
Terry Contracting
Pike Company
Tully Environmental
Bove Industries
Gramercy Group
Grace Industries LLC
$
2,419,500
4,102,919
4,141,500
4,783,500
4,998,000
5,138,500
6,945,000
8,343,000
9,531,700
1/30/14
Rehabilitation of Various Bridges
TOTAL
County of Suffolk, Dept. of Public Works
Pratt Brothers Inc.
Chesterfield Associates
Gibson & Cushman Contracting
ALAC Contracting Corp.
$
2,249,311
2,517,909
2,636,615
3,222,222
Canal Road Phase II Improvements
Town of Brookhaven, Purchasing Division
Roadwork Ahead, Inc.
Saracino Construction
Bimasco Inc
Laser Industries Inc.
Quintal Contracting Corp.
KPI/Kings Park Industries Inc.
J Anthony Enterprises
New York Paving Inc.
Bove Industries
PSL Industries, Inc.
Pratt Brothers Inc.
Araz Industries
$
948,078
1,199,700
1,265,520
1,267,275
1,277,496
1,278,127
1,387,782
1,396,969
1,427,915
1,429,349
1,452,367
1,454,720
1/30/14
$
Bid Amount
650,200
717,400
783,000
794,945
799,600
808,000
844,000