Issue10_SpringSummer2017

2017  issue 10  spring/summer

issue 10, spring/summer 2017

BL Buzz

All Things Owners

FYI

Around BL........................1-3 BL Mascot....................12-13 Project Spotlight.........22-23 BL Kudos!..........................25 New Intranet!...................21

ESOP Conference...........5-7 Get to Know..................8-10 Giving Back Profile..........11 Question of the Quarter........................14-18

Safety Tip.....................20-21 IT Tip..................................24 BITE Update.................26-27 QA/QC Update................28 Happenings......................29

Front & Back Covers: FedEx Allentown - in construction. Check out pages 22-23 for a few more pics. Thank you to Greg Holtzman (Camp Hill) for the great photos!

BL was the “Award Sponsor” for the Southington Chamber’s 79 th Annual Dinner, attended by members of our Hartford and Meriden Offices (L-R: Kim Lesay, Nick Gardina, Jennifer Usher, Mike Fisher, Tom Pechillo, Denis Rioux, Dennis Quinit & Kathy Rodo [not pictured]). Speaking of Southington, also pictured is BL’s banner on the construction site of the Calendar House Senior Center.

For the third year in a row, BL participated in the Camp Hill/West Shore MS Walk. One of the event’s primary local sponsors was our client, Giant Foods of Carlisle, PA (Ahold). The BL team had over a dozen Employee Owners/ Friends/Family participate in the 2-mile walk which was attended by over 600 people and raised over $90,000 toward finding a cure for MS. The BL team came in a strong 4 th with over $2,500 raised!

BL was honored with two Marketing Communications Awards by the Connecticut Chapter of the Society for Marketing Professional Services for our Corporate Rebranding Initiative and “Who We Are” Video. Liz Augustine, Kathy Rodo, Jess Osborne, Heather Halotek & Jocelyn Taylor were excited to accept the awards!

Aaron Foster of the Hartford Office attended the ASCE Steel Bridge and Concrete Canoe Competiion at UCONN, where BL was a sponsor.

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Krystal Bealing and Kestra Kelly (not pictured) attended Penn State’s Career Fair to promote BL and hopefully recruit some new Employee Owners for our PA offices.

Julia O’Brien had the opportunity to run the bases and high-five the mascot at Hartford’s Dunkin’ Donuts Stadium (home to the Yard Goats) as part of her involvment with the MetroHartford Alliance. She’s been named Chair of Strategic Partners for the organization. Congrats, Julia!

Congratulations to the 2017 Graduates of the Leadership Development Foundations Program. In May, 33 Employee Owners gathered in Bristol, CT to attend the three-day seminar to learn about the foundations of leadership.

Did you attend the Employee Owner meeting on June 2 nd ? See Page 25 in case you missed it and the exciting accomplishments that were announced. Hopefully you enjoyed the donuts provided by the ESOP Communications Committee in honor of National Donut Day (especially as much as Annette Hyland & Wayne Violette)!

At the ARC Print Factory in Philadelphia, PA, with drawings divided out with CPLN on left and CPLS on right.

The ASR submittal was no small feat, which was a tremendous effort by all at BL. Thank you to all involved in the project!

Two UPS trucks filled with ASR 102 documents. One of the UPS drivers wanted to throw Kevin Hixson in the truck along with the packages when he asked if the driver could open the door to the other truck so the picture could be taken.

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A Report from the 2017 ESOP Association Conference

Several members of the ESOP Communications Committee as well as some of BL’s senior leaders recently attended the ESOP Assocation Conference in Washington, DC. The theme of this conference was “ I Love My ESOP !” and we certainly came away from the conference feeling just that - a lot of love for our ESOP. We wanted to share some of our experiences and takeaways so our Employee Owners can feel like they were there, and feel the love too!

WHAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST TAKEAWAY FROM THE ESOP CONFERENCE?

Cristy Shamus: BL rocks! Honestly, looking at all the other displays/submissions and listening to people speak about what their company does, in my opinion, we are in the top 5% of the companies represented at the conference that are doing so many amazing things on a daily basis. Not just during one big event. I also, loved the support from upper management during the conference. Not only were there folks from the executive team attending the conference, but they were truly interested in making our culture better and learning about ways to make that happen with the rest of the ESOP Communications Committee.

Mina Almengor: I am always so amazed by the reactions of the new BL attendees to the ESOP Conference. I believe they developed a deeper appreciation for our ESOP and the culture that we are fostering at BL. And, as an added bonus, I had the opportunity to get to know my coworkers a little bit more. I also have a deeper appreciation for our ESOP Communications Committee. In comparison to other ESOP Committees, they do some amazing things to celebrate and educate our Employee Owners. Mike Lozanoff: How far advanced BL is as an ESOP in comparison to other companies (e.g. things like being 100% Employee Owned, having our debt

paid off, our culture, our openness and communication, etc.) Jess Osborne: This was my second time attending the ESOP Association Conference (I felt like an old pro!) - but there were so many new ideas and companies to learn from. Not to toot BL’s horn too much, but we’re doing a lot of things right - and are really on the forefront of building our culture through ESOP Communications Committee activities, etc. It was interesting to learn that a lot of companies (even from different industries) face the same the same challenges that we do in terms of making sure all employees feel connected among offices, departments and disciplines.

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WHAT WAS THE BEST SESSION THAT YOU ATTENDED? WHAT DID YOU LEARN? Cristy:

and cohort groups to provide opportunities for participation and increase communications; creating an environment of openness to feedback; and, making every effort to align our actions with our values. Mike: It was a session about the journey of two founders/ owners and their decision to become employee owned and their transition to becoming an ESOP. Although their story was much different, it reminded me of how BL became and ESOP, our transition over the years and how far we’ve come. Jess: I’m judging the best session that I attended based upon the one that I took the most notes - it was “Engaging our Great Employees”. BL is actually already ahead of the game when it comes to employee engagement (we have employee-led committees, administer employee feedback surveys and are transparent in

our communications, etc.) however, we can always be doing more and during this session I learned some small but effective strategies for doing so. Brian Gaulzetti: I benefited the most from the presentations which are focused on sharing ideas about how to help communicate and engage various groups within a company. At BL, we want to improve our ESOP communications with field staff, between offices, between generations, and up and down the corporate ladder. I heard a few specific ideas that other companies have successfully implemented which I am going to work to incorporate into the ESOP Communications Committees plans going forward. Hint- you are hopefully going to see a lot more of Guy and Alison LaBella and other blasts from the past!

I really enjoyed going to the conference/chapter meeting while at the conference. It was neat to see all the New England ESOP’s that were in attendance come together and talk about what’s happening at their state level and updates on their company’s ESOP program. I was unaware of how much we need our lawmakers to support ESOPs when they may become affected by different bills passing through the legislature. People got pretty jazzed up that they were able to speak with Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren in person and that they made the time to meet with their groups personally. Building Trust in the ESOP Company and Each Other . I learned that BL Companies is doing some great things to build trust such as having quarterly meetings to keep our Employee Owners informed; having committees Mina: I attended a session on

WHAT SURPRISED YOU? Cristy:

the conference allowed me to get to know other ESOPs and developed new networks. It is nice to see the support in the ESOP community. (We borrow ideas from one another!) Mike: I learned that many ESOP’s transition out or die in 10 years or less. (e.g. one reason could be being acquired by another company). Culture and remembering why you became an ESOP, in the first place, has a lot to do with keeping your ESOP alive. Steve Hamilton: I went to the ESOP Conference and I was surprised that it wasn’t so much focused on ESOP and the details but more what other companies do to engage their employees, and their ups and downs along the way.

The amount of passion that so many people/companies have around being an ESOP. It’s amazing! I thought our company was passionate about our ESOP, but wow, just wow! I was also surprised to know that BL is doing it right. I kind of thought, yeah, we do a lot of cool things and this company I work for and the people I work with are great and all, but I’m sure most places are like this. That’s not true. Learning about the different programs and what other ESOPs do during the year, we are really setting the bar here at BL. Mina: All the new ideas that other ESOP Companies come up with to continue to foster their ownership cultures and the engagement of their Employee Owners. Attending

BL received a “bright idea” bulb on our ESOP display for our ESOP Thank yous event.

WOULD YOU GO BACK? Cristy: Of course, yes! It was great networking and sharing stories with Mike: Yes and I will. I have had the unique opportunity to speak at a few

always something new to learn (and I’ve become very fond of DC!). Steve: I would go back to the conference because every company has a different approach of trying to engage their employee owners. This is good to hear what worked and more importantly what hasn’t worked for them so we can build our own way or having our co-workers interact.

other ESOPers and even people attending that were looking to become an ESOP. I felt like I was bragging about my first born hitting the game winning home run in the Little League World Series, the way I was about bragging about BL’s culture so much! Mina: Yes, for all of the reasons listed prior. It is a great experience and it makes me appreciate BL Companies even more.

Chapter events this past year and am planning on another in the fall. These opportunities allow me to not only meet great people and learn about other companies and what they are doing; they also give me the opportunity to tout BL, who we are and what makes us special and unique in our own right. Jess: Absolutely! The ESOP Association Conference is so unique - I’d love the opportunity to go again. There’s

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Danilo Salameda, Senior Project Manager, King of Prussia, PA

Beach in St. Barts - a favorite of Dan & his family

so challenging, fun, and satisfying at the same time. I rarely execute a day as it looks on my calendar. What did you want to be when you grow up? From the 5 th grade on, I always knew I was going to be an engineer or fly jets for the Navy. What type of music do you like? I’m embarrassed to admit, but EDM (Electronic Dance Music) and 80’s. What is one of your favorite quotes? “Victorious warriors win first then go battle. Defeated warriors go to war first then seek to win” – Sun Tzu If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? Play the piano. I do not have the ear to truly appreciate music so learning to play would be a huge accomplishment.

When did you join BL Companies? December 2015 What made you decide to work at BL Companies? I joined BL because of the feel of the company and the culture that was painted for me during interviews. I was looking forward to the working in a collaborative environment to face the challenge of growing a company. What is a “day in the life” of Dan Salameda look like for you at BL Companies? Between multiple responsibilities of Business Development, Project Management, and Growth, time management for multiple priorities is critical. I usually like to get in to the office early. Several nights are also out for municipal meetings, client dinners, or business development events. Most days are very fluid and that is what makes it

If you won the lottery, what is the first thing you would do? Fund the children’s trust accounts. Then, travel! Who is your favorite teacher/ mentor? Why? Mr. Pinkerton was my third grade science teacher. He introduced the class to physical sciences and I think that sparked an interest. What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever done? Be a parent and let the kids grow up. That said, being a parent is also the most satisfying thing I have ever done. What is something you learned in the last week? Every week I try to learn something new about people with whom I work or associate. Something I try to do because I enjoy it and it helps with my role at BL.

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A peek into the life of Dan & his (beautiful!) family: Patty, Bryn and Nick

The Giving Back Committee was formed in 2015 to promote and foster social responsibility and involvement through charitable giving, volunteerism and community projects. Since the Committee’s inception, we’ve been involved in dozens of programs and events that give back to our communities. We also realize that many of our employee owners are involved individually in supporting their own important causes - because of this, the Giving Back Committee will also be focusing on how we can give back to our own employee owners, and bring attention to the causes and initiatives that we collectively support. This will be done through a “Giving Back Profile”: a bi-monthly feature on an employee owner doing special and amazing things in his or her life outside of BL.

Matt & Elise are passionate about fostering and adoption, especially siblings. While oftentimes it can be stressful and challenging, it’s also incredibly rewarding to see the children flourish in a loving and stable home. HOW CAN YOU HELP?..................................................................... Anyone who has kids knows how demanding and expensive it can be – let alone 6 kids under the age of 7. Please reach out to Heather Halotek or Jessica Osborne for more information. FOSTER CARE STATISTICS.................................................................. • There are approximately 62,378 children in the U.S. foster care system whose parental rights have been terminated and who are waiting to be adopted. • In 2015, 53,549 children were adopted from foster care. • Average age of waiting children: 7.6 years old. • Race/ethnicity of waiting children: 43% Caucasian, 23% African-American, 22% Latino. • Gender of waiting children: 53% male, 47% female. • The average child in foster care waiting to be adopted goes through three different placements and has been in the system for 31.7 months. • In 2015, more than 20,000 children aged out of foster care without a permanent family. If you’d like more information on fostering or adoption, please feel free to reach out to Matt Stark directly, or utilize the following resources: 1.888.KID.HERO (Connecticut Dept. of Children & Families) AdoptUSKids.org or 888.200.4005

A GROWING & DIVERSE FAMILY....................................................... Matt Stark is a Senior Engineer & Construction Inspector who joined the BL Family in March of 2014. He works out of the Hartford office – but he’s mostly in the field performing Construction Inspection services throughout CT. Six years ago, Matt and his wife, Elise, became a foster/preadoptive family with The Department of Children and Families – in that time, they’ve fostered 20 (yes, 20!) different children. All the children they have fostered are from local families that have experienced a variety of trauma and crisis in their lives.

Matt and Elise’s family can change at a moment’s notice. Currently, they have seven children ranging in ages 1 year to 20 years old. Together they have a 7-year-old son named Ryan and have completed an adoption of a sibling group, Adelyn and Brandon, pictured above. Currently, two of their children are classified as medically complex, one being their adoptive son and the other is a baby boy placed with them for adoption since his birth. In mid- December they took placement of another sibling group of two girls ages 10 months and 6 years.

If you’ve been giving back and would like to be profiled to help bring awareness to an organization or cause that is important to you, please reach out to Heather Halotek.

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By Hugo’s Mom – Heather Halotek

Everybody loves a puppy, right? That is unless you are the security guard at 100 Constitution Plaza, the home of BL Companies’ Hartford office. The plan was easy enough. Visit the Hartford office, as requested by many, with Hugo, the newest addition to the Halotek family. Implementation of the plan took some agility - a BL Companies core value. And out of that agility, the concept behind the BL mascot was born. Here’s how it all went down: As I entered the building with puppy in hand and was signing in to visit the 10 th floor, the security guard asked if this little French Bulldog was a service dog. I said, “No, is that an issue?” and he replied, “Yes, if you want to enter the building with him. We do not allow dogs in this building.” On cuteness alone, I thought he should forego the rules and let us up, but this guard wasn’t budging. I’m not sure how these words formulated in my brain but the next thing I heard was my own voice in a friendly and worried tone, “I’m the Executive Director of Marketing for BL Companies and this puppy has an 8:30 meeting. He is the BL Companies mascot and they are expecting him for a branding meeting. What should I do?” With a very questionable look from the guard, I continued, “Can you call the building

management company to see if they can make an exception for this meeting?” Apprehensively, the guard picked up the phone and from behind the desk this is what was heard: “I have a woman here with a dog that she wants to take to the 10 th Floor.” “No, he is not a service dog” “She says he has an 8:30 meeting.” “BL Companies.” “He’s their mascot.” “Yes. Uh huh. Ok. I’ll let her know.” He then turned to me and said, “You can bring him up – but will need to carry him until you get to the 10 th floor.” With a big BL smile and gratitude, I thanked him very much, took the elevator to the 10 th floor and it was then that the Hartford office was the first to meet BL’s official mascot – Hugo. Upon exiting the building – the guard wanted to know how Hugo’s meeting went and I said “He nailed it!”

To view Hugo’s future adventures on Instagram follow @hugotek_thepup

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Opening day of trout season in central PA. Sitting around waiting for 8am to make the first cast and, hopefully, catch the first fish!

Bob Blickley Camp Hill Every Summer

I have far too many fantastic summer memories to pick just one as the favorite, but when asked this question, this memory popped into my head. I grew up in Brooklyn, NY, just a subway ride away from the beach and the world famous wooden rollercoaster – The Cyclone. In the summer of 2015, my parents celebrated their 70th birthdays and wanted to visit the “homeland” better known as the borough of Brooklyn. So, my sister and I rented a Limo, traveled to all our favorite old time spots and then ended the day with a stop in Coney Island. Three generations, in the front cars (some with their hands up) had a thrilling ride in celebration. The birthday girl and boy of course got first dibs on the first car.

Heather Halotek Meriden Summer of ‘15

It may not be my favorite childhood memory, but it’s the one that I remember often and fondly. This picture was taken in July 1966. That’s my nana and me frolicking in the ocean in Myrtle Beach, SC. As you can see, she didn’t want any tan lines. Back in the day, it was the hot spot for residents of Portsmouth, OH to vacation and my nana and papaw always took me with them.

I can’t recall if it was this trip or a different one when it all happened. Nana & I were standing in knee deep water and the next thing I knew, I was underwater struggling to get up and not drown, and Nana was exposing the world to her womanliness. I didn’t see anything; however, it was caught on 8mm film and spurred Papaw to write the song “Nana With Her Ninnies Hanging Down”. Nana was not amused, but he and I would sing it often while he played his ukulele.

My favorite summers were the five (ages 8 - 13) that I was away at summer camp in Marlborough, NH - I loved the time spent on canoe trips, climbing Mt. Monadnock, zip lining, creating arts & crafts, swimming, telling ghost stories, and best of all - being away from home.

Jessica Osborne Meriden Summers of ‘90 - ‘95

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In the Summer of 1982, my grandparents took us on a vacation to Kings Island Amusement Park in Ohio. It was the first time my Mom let me ride on the Beast Roller Coaster by myself,

which was the fastest wooden rollercoaster at the time. I was also able to walk around the park by myself and go on the rides since I was older than my two sisters. As you can see in the photo, I also met my favorite cartoon character at the time, Jabberjaw. There was also a professional tennis tournament at the park at the same time so while I would be coming back from the amusement park or the pool, I met Jimmy Connors, Ivan Lendl, and John McEnroe since they were all staying at the same hotel. This was a great family vacation that I have very fond memories of since my Grandparents both passed away.

Two recent favorites – 1.

Taking my son to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Summer 2016. Taking my kids to see Rush in concert, Summer 2015.

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Have an idea for the newsletter? Suggestions? Comments? Questions? We’d love to hear from you!

Please reach out to Heather Halotek or Jessica Osborne

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Sun Safety Keeping it Fun in the Sun

The Sun is always in season, but the Summer is certainly the time when we get to see much more of it. It’s important to protect your skin from sun damage throughout the year, no matter the season or even the weather. Here are some tips to reduce your risk for sunburn, skin cancer, and early skin aging: WATCH THE CLOCK Limit your time in the sun, especially between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when the sun’s rays are most intense. BE FASHIONABLE Wear clothing to cover skin exposed to the sun—such as long-sleeve shirts, pants, sunglasses, and broad-brim hats. LATHER UP Apply sunscreen liberally to all uncovered skin, especially your nose, ears, neck, hands, feet, and lips but avoid putting it inside your mouth and eyes. Remember to read the label for your specific sunscreen. An average-size adult or child needs at least one ounce of sunscreen, about the amount it takes to fill a shot glass, to evenly cover the body. 15 (OR HIGHER) IS YOUR FRIEND Using broad spectrum sunscreens with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) value of 15 or higher regularly and as directed. Broad spectrum sunscreens offer protection against both UVA and UVB rays, two types of the sun’s ultraviolet radiation. REPEAT AFTER ME Reapply at least every two hours. And more often if you’re swimming or sweating.

SOME ADDITIONAL SUNNY FACTS

Remember, people of all skin colors are potentially at risk for sunburn and other harmful effects of UV radiation, so always protect yourself. That said, be especially careful if you have: pale skin blond, red, or light brown hair been treated for skin cancer a family member who has had skin cancer If you take medications, ask your health care professional about sun-care precautions. Some medications may increase sun sensitivity. Even on an overcast day, up to 80 percent of the sun’s UV rays can get through the clouds. Stay in the shade as much as possible.

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FedEx Ground has been one of BL’s largest clients for the past several years. FedEx Allentown (in Allen Township, PA) was the first large hub project to be awarded to BL. Now with many other FedEx projects under our belt, contruction is underway for Allentown - a 1.2 million square foot distribution hub. BL is currently managing the construction administration and observation process - but to get to this point we worked with the land use attorney hired by FedEx Ground to secure zoning variances, ordinance waivers, a developer’s agreement, and easements required for the project.

Mark Heeb, Justin Kababik, Greg Holtzman

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By now most employees should have been introduced to Glip as part of our RingCentral training sessions. If not, please contact the IT group for assistance.

Here’s a Glip Tip that may be helpful in managing your conversation list:

Ability to close out conversations without Archiving or deleting them. Click the gear next to the conversation and then select “Close Conversation.” The conversation will still be active and will pop back up when someone posts there, but it will disapear from your left pane. Using this nifty function will help keep your left pane clearer and more organized.

In case you forgot, there were a few exciting announcements at the June 2 nd Employee Owner Meeting that we should be celebrating! 2016 Stock Price: $3,318.15 40% increase! Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For: BL Placed 19 th in the Multi-Discipline Category ENR Top 500 Design Firms Ranking: BL’s 2017 Ranking is 302 (out of all the A/E firms in the country!)

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Business

Information Tools

Enhancement (BITE)

In mid-December 2016 and in early February 2017, we updated you on the significant enhancements to our existing Deltek system that are on the way, and we want to give you another update on these efforts. The gist is that there will be a shift in the timing of the rollout of these enhancements to later in 2017 and, most likely, into 2018.

If you recall, we are adding two new modules to our current Deltek system.

WHATARETHE MODULES BEINGADDED? a Client Relationship Management (CRM) module, for managing all aspects of the client relationship, from developing new leads to engagement of services and beyond, and a Resource Planning (RP) module, for planning our projects and projecting and managing resource/staffing needs. WHAT’S GOING ON NOW, ANDWHO’S DOINGWHAT? The RP and CRM teams are meeting, working with the outside consultants, testing the system, and providing feedback. Super Users (some members of the module teams, as well as individuals identified by their Directors) will be testing the system and providing feedback, prior to rollout. WHAT’STHE SCHEDULE? We expect that RP and CRM will be rolled out by Deltek in August 2017. Our objective is to have both modules fully operational by early 2018. WHENWILL I BE INVOLVED? If involved as a Super User, you are already, or will be, participating in the module implementation process. If you are a project manager, when the RP is operational, you will use the RP to forecast resource needs, instead of the RPT, and will also be using the system to plan out your projects (both schedule and budget), and possibly to estimate fees. If you are involved in business development, when the CRM is fully operational, you will use the CRM, instead of BL’s business development trackers, to track leads, clients, and activities (client touchpoints) and manage and track project prospects (probabilities, status, etc.). If you are assigned to a project, you will be able to see information about this on your weekly timesheet as soon as the RP is operational and your PMs are planning their projects in the RP. SOMETHING ELSEYOU MAY NEEDTO KNOW… Change is coming.This is an exciting and important time at BL. These changes are not only important for the health and stability of BL, but will be the foundation of our future growth. And finally, this year, and continuing into next, Deltek will be making changes to the system’s user interface (i.e., what you see when you use the system). They are calling it iAccess, and it will have a more user-friendly look and feel. Instead of accessing Deltek/iAccess through a desktop application like you do now, you’ll be able to access it through your web browser from any location. Deltek is rolling out these changes, module by module, and the timing of their availability has led us to extend the timing of our implementation of the RP and CRM modules. Due to Deltek’s rollout delay, now scheduled for August, we have delayed the rollout of the iAccessTime and Expense module (T&E; i.e, your timesheet) until the RP and CRM are available.

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2) We will be asking that the last line – the “reviewed” line – be filled in only after the project team member actually reviews the drawings and the redline corrections have been made. We will discontinue the practice of electronically filling in this line at the start of the project/ drafting process. This will be the extra “sign-off,” if you will, that the plans have been reviewed by someone other than the designer or drafter. Additionally, the drafter must be sure to render the “reviewed” field blank upon starting a new drawing or using a previous base plan/template. This adds another process step to the methodology of preparing plans worthy of submittal to an agency, a client or for building and construction. Your QA/QC Committee lead will oversee these changes. If you have forgotten, our Committee members are: Al Busher, Josh Egnatz, Chris Fagan, Nick Giardina, Andy Graves, John Jenney, Brendan Maurer, Julia O’Brien, Jim Schrager, Aaron Silva, Ana Suprenant, John Thatcher, Dan Turner. We will next be issuing guidelines on best practices for digital seals. Stay tuned.

Please take a minute to read this in its entirety. We are all busy people. We have deadlines to meet – both from our supervisors and from our clients. Saving a few minutes here and there sometimes seem critically important. However, there are some small processes that can add a lot to our quality assurance without adding a lot of time. Most of our current title blocks have four places to initial – designed, drawn, checked, and approved by. These initials are for internal reference and are used frequently - often a few years after a set of plans has been issued. Who worked on this project? Who reviewed it? It’s important to fill these lines in – but it needs to be with the right people (the person actually doing the QC review) and done at the right time. The QA/QC Committee will be making two changes to this set of check-offs: 1) We will be combining the “checked” and “approved” lines into one which will say “reviewed.” When a licensed individual signs and seals plans, he or she is indicating approval of the plans. Therefore, the “approved” line is redundant.

June 18 Father’s Day 21

First Day of Summer

July 3 Bonus Day Off! 4 Independence Day 8 CT/MA/NY Summer Picnic

Did you know... BL anniversaries can be found on the events calendar on the Intranet!

August 8 Q3 Board Meeting

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2017  issue 10  spring/summer

NEWSLETTER TEAM: Heather Halotek Jessica Osborne

CONTRIBUTORS: David Parent Julia O’Brien (QA/QC Committee)

BITE Committee Dan Salameda ESOP’s Roving Reporters

(Mina Almengor, Brian Gaulzetti, Steve Hamilton, Mike Lozanoff, Cristy Shamus) Greg Holtzman (FedEx photos!)