CFMA - Valley of the Sun

Prepared by: Matthew B. Meaker, attorney with Sacks Tierney PA In Cemex Construction Materials South, LLC v. Falcone Bros. & Assoc. Inc., Division Two of the Arizona Court of Appeals decides that Preliminary Twenty-Day Notices being sent pursuant to Arizona’s Little Miller Act must be served via certified mail or registered mail . Arizona’s Little Miller Act requires a general contractor on a public project to post a bond to ensure that all who supply labor or materials to the project are paid. Both a payment and a performance bond must be posted before public work begins. Arizona’s Little Miller Act applies to most non-federal public works projects. To maintain an action on the bond, a claimant must comply with the notice requirements of ARS § 34-223(A) which require that: a) the claimant must have a direct contract with a subcontractor of the prime contractor but no contractual relationship, express or implied, with the prime contractor; b) the claimant provi...

The Debra Hahn Memorial Award was created by CFMA’s Executive Committee on July 14, 1991 as a remembrance of Debra Hahn, who died in a plane crash on March 18, 1991. Debra was one of the founders of CFMA’s Charlotte, NC Chapter, a former member of the Board of Directors, and treasurer of the Massachusetts Chapter at the time of her death. This Memorial Award recognizes outstanding CFMA participation and activity on both the local Chapter and National levels. It is given each year to that CFMA General or Associate Member who exemplifies the following: Enthusiasm in the promotion of CFMA Contribution at the local chapter level (including participation in CFMA functions and committees) Involvement at the National level (including participation in CFMA functions and committees) Activities that support CFMA’s Mission and Strategic Goals Consideration for, and service to, fellow CFMA members Significant years of contributions to CFMA Note that Officers from CFMA or ICCIFP are inelig...

On May 17, 1999, CFMA’s Executive Committee unanimously approved the creation of the Joe Quigley Memorial Award in memory of former national president and Valley of the Sun Chapter leader, Joe Quigley. As a remembrance of Joe Quigley, who was a founding member of the Valley of the Sun Chapter and served as its third president. Under his leadership, the Chapter developed its highly successful golf tournament to raise money for college scholarships. Joe’s commitment to local chapter activities, and CFMA in general, epitomizes the dedication and commitment of CFMA volunteers.   This Memorial Award recognizes outstanding chapter participation and activity. It is given each year to that CFMA General or Associate Member who exemplifies the following: Enthusiasm in the promotion of CFMA at the local chapter level Contribution at the local chapter level (including participation in CFMA functions and committees) Activities that support CFMA’s Mission and Strategic Goals Con...

It's so hot in Arizona that...............    Farmers are feeding their chickens crushed ice to keep them from laying hard-boiled eggs. You can say 113 degrees without fainting. You eat hot chilies to cool your mouth off. You can make instant sun tea. You learn that a seat belt makes a pretty good branding iron. The 4 seasons of AZ: tolerable, hot, really hot, and ARE YOU KIDDING ME??!! Its noon in July, kids are on summer vacation, and not one person is out on the streets.

Education Forum Set for Tuesday, May 19       The education committee is hard at work planning 2015's full day Education Forum.  Mark your calendars now for Tuesday, May 19, and attend what will be an informative and interesting day of speakers and topics relevant to our local industry and economy.  This year the forum will be held at the Doubletree Hotel, home of our monthly luncheons.          To top it off, the lunch speaker is not be missed!  One of these rock stars will be there - make sure you register to find out which one it is!     To register today, go to: http://cafe.cfma.org/valleyofthesun/events/eventdescription/?CalendarEventKey=913e526e-d19e-4a76-9da1-42aa1f03b0f2

Bo Calbert  President - McCarthy Building Companies Southwest Region   Robert "Bo" Calbert, president of McCarthy Building Companies Southwest Region, oversees the 150 year-old firm's construction operations in Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Colorado and Utah. Under his leadership, McCarthy earned the prestigious industry honor of being named 2014 Contractor of the Year by Engineering-News Record Southwest. During his more than 30-years with McCarthy Bo has been involved in building communities across more than 10 states with major projects in healthcare, semiconductor, water/wastewater, solar, education, hospitality and entertainment, laboratory, aviation, office and retail. In addition, his community leadership encompasses involvement in civic, industry and non-profit organizations, including Greater Phoenix Leadership, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Alliance for Construction Excellence, Arizona Builders Alliance, Scottsdale Airport Advisory Commission...