Join us for a Friendsgiving feast with turkey, prizes, and great company in fall festive attire!​
SBEC will be providing prizes and guests may also bring any donations towards the giveaway. Don’t forget to wear your most festive fall attire. Amazon gift cards will be awarded to the winners.
Food and beverages will be provided including a turkey meal.
Dress Code: Fall Festive Attire
If the online registration window is closed, please email officers@southbayengineersclub.org to request a ticket if available. Thanks

Dear Esteemed Engineers, Public Works Professionals, and Contractors,
Prepare to be swept into a world of sophistication, excitement, and camaraderie at the much-anticipated Casino Royale-themed soirée, hosted exclusively by the South Bay Engineers Club. This unforgettable event promises an evening of high-stakes fun and networking against the stunning backdrop of the Callippe Golf Preserve in Pleasanton.
Event Details:

• Date: September 14, 2023
• Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
• Venue: Callippe Golf Preserve, Pleasanton
• Dress Code: Black Tie or Bond Glam

What Awaits You:

• Immerse yourself in the aura of James Bond as you enjoy the finest cocktails, including the legendary "shaken, not stirred" martini.
• High-Stakes Casino Games: Try your hand at friendly blackjack and poker tables, armed with poker chips provided just for the game and a chance to be crowned the big winner. It's all in the spirit of camaraderie and competition, with no actual gambling involved.
• Raffle Prizes - Over $1,000 in prizes will be raffled. (Raffle Tickets may only be purchased in-person via Cash or Card at a cost of $20 for 5 raffle tickets)
• Professional Photoshoot - come dressed to impress and ready to update your headshot with studio lighting and have your own free digital head shots sent right to your email address.
• Dinner: Delight your palate with an array of delectable, good eats.
• Jazz Sounds: Lose yourself in the captivating melodies of subtle jazz music, evoking the spirit of Bond.
• Networking Magic: Forge meaningful connections with peers and fellow industry leaders. As members of the South Bay Engineers Club, you're invited to an evening that encapsulates the elegance and thrill of Casino Royale, while celebrating the synergy and innovation of our dynamic engineering community. This event is open not only to engineers but also to public works employees and contractors who share a passion for excellence and collaboration.

Secure your spot early to take advantage of exclusive pricing and seize this opportunity to immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening where industry excellence and entertainment come together in perfect harmony.
Save the date, spread the word, and make this a night to remember. We anticipate your presence at an event that promises to be the highlight of the year.
P.S. Extend this invitation to your colleagues, peers, and associates within the public works and contracting realms. 
Menu

• Meal provided to include a Meat, Pasta, Salad, and Bread TBD
• Desserts, coffee bar and beverages
• Martini Bar - One Drink ticket provided, additional available for purchase

If the online registration window is closed please email officers@southbayengineersclub.org to request walking in on the day of the event.
Thanks

South Bay Engineers Club and ACEC East Bay Chapter invite you to join us for a collaborative luncheon featuring Dragomir Bogdanic, District Branch Chief with  Caltrans District 4 Water Quality Engineering Construction Support, Division of Environmental Planning and Engineering.  

Dragomir will be presenting the 2023 NPDES Permit Updates effective next month, followed by a series of questions from our MC, and the opportunity for interactive Q&A with the audience.  We welcome public agency employees and private entities to join us for this lunch and learn! 

Date: May 4th, 2023
Where: Callippe Golf Course - Pleasanton, CA
Golf Clinic Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30PM
Social Networking Time: 6:30PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Meet at the driving range at Callippe Golf Preserve in Pleasanton. Whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced player, come and improve your skills with two PGA professional golf coaches. Learn full swings, pitching and putting techniques, and take your game to the next level!
During the clinic, enjoy complimentary refreshments including unlimited Arnold palmers and iced water. Free food will be provided after the clinic during cocktail hour and each participant will receive 1 free adult drink ticket. If you don't have your own clubs, no worries, we've got you covered! Clubs will be provided for those who need them.
Price: $60 per person (plus fees)
Donations Accepted: We are also accepting donations in the form of door prizes that will be raffled off during happy hour. For recognition as a door prize sponsor, please email your logo to Kim Goodrich goodrich@geoconinc.com. You may also direct questions to Kim Goodrich goodrich@geoconinc.com or Cheryl Childs cchilds@markthomas.com.   
Don't miss out on this great opportunity to tee up for success and socialize with fellow engineers and golf enthusiasts. Register now and we'll see you on the range!

Tim Haile, PE
Executive Director
Tim Haile was appointed as Executive Director of the Contra Costa Transportation Authority in December 2020 and is responsible for the overall management of the Authority, including implementation of projects and programs identified in CCTA’s voter-approved sales tax measure, the Growth Management Program, the Congestion Management Program, as well as policies and procedures, the board-approved budget, and all administrative functions.
He served as CCTA’s Deputy Executive Director for Projects since 2017 and has more than 23 years of experience in program management, public works and transportation projects. Tim was responsible for the delivery of the capital improvement program, implementation of projects identified in CCTA’s voter-approved sales tax measure, development of a new Transportation Expenditure Plan, as well as other projects funded from grant or other outside sources. He managed CCTA’s innovation portfolio, including partnerships at GoMentum Station, multiple grants from the United States Department of Transportation, the Innovate 680 program, and all aspects of program and project management. Prior to joining the Authority, he worked at Michael Baker International as the Inland Empire Transportation Manager, managing the overall transportation program for the region providing exceptional service to local agencies, stakeholders, and the California Department of Transportation.
Tim recognized for his dynamic thinking, leadership, innovation, proactive management style, technical acuity and ability to work in partnership with numerous stakeholders on large, multi-discipline projects building consensus, developing solutions to complex challenges and recommending policies. An expert in Caltrans design policies, procedures, and standards for transportation projects, he advised local agencies and stakeholders to navigate the complex project delivery process from project initiation through environmental, final design and construction.
Tim has been an active leader in the transportation industry and community, serving as the Communications Chair of the Transportation Research Board Managed Lanes Committee and Board Member of the California Transportation Foundation. A testament to his technical expertise in highway design, communication, and presentation skills, Tim served as an adjunct professor for the Highway Design Course at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona for over eight years. He is a registered Professional Engineer and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from California Polytechnic State University, Pomona.

​About CCTA
The Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) works to plan, fund, and implement innovative transit programs that strengthen our diverse communities and improve the lives of residents. CCTA is Contra Costa’s designated Congestion Management Agency (CMA), responsible for putting programs in place to keep traffic levels manageable. Currently, the county’s transportation needs significantly exceed available revenue and over the next 30 years, our population will continue to grow which means the travel needs will continue to change. To confront this challenge in an efficient and sustainable way, CCTA funds, plans and delivers a wide variety of projects and programs to help manage traffic congestion and improve quality of life for commuters and residents.
These initiatives include the Highway 4 Widening Projects – a six-year effort that will reduce congestion and improve public transit access by doubling highway capacity and adding a new BART extension; and Innovate 680- a comprehensive suite of 6 projects along the I-680 corridor that when operating together will improve traffic flow and reduce congestion. In addition, CCTA is working to further smooth traffic in Contra Costa County by implementing advanced traffic management programs that encourage the use of connected and autonomous vehicles.

The Event:
Food and beverage buffet will be provided.
If the online registration window is closed, please email officers@southbayengineersclub.org to request a ticket. Thanks

​Speaker BIO
Tyler Munzing
Director of Government Affairs
 
ACEC California’s Director of Government Affairs is responsible for managing ACEC California's state legislative activities, tying together the organization’s policy agenda and political objectives with the promotion of the engineering and land surveying profession. Prior to joining ACEC California, Tyler served in the State Capitol representing multiple state legislators, most recently as Legislative Director for a Senator where he spent seven years working prominently on energy, transportation, resources, and design professional issues. He serves as staff liaison to the Legislative, Grassroots, Water Resources, and BMI committees, as well as the Architects and Engineers Conference Committee.
 
About ACEC
ACEC California is a 60 plus year-old, nonprofit association of private consulting engineering and land surveying firms.  As a statewide organization, we are dedicated to enhancing the consulting engineering and land surveying professions, protecting the general public and promoting use of the private sector in the growth and development of our state.  Our members provide services for all phases of planning, designing and constructing projects. Member services include civil, structural, geotechnical, electrical and mechanical engineering and land surveying for all types of public works, residential, commercial and industrial projects.
 
Presentation Topic
Government Code Section 1090 prohibits an officer, employee, or agency from participating in making government contracts in which the official or employee within the agency has a financial interest. ACEC California is sponsoring a piece of legislation this session to reform Government Code 1090, in order to avoid the current practice of barring A&E firms from participating on later phases of a public works project simply for having worked on an earlier phase.

Date: February 2, 2023 11:30AM - 1:30PM
​Speaker: Mathew Gray
Presentation Summary: The Subdivision Map Act is a state law that is implemented and enforced by cities and counties as the primary mechanism by which they regulate and control the subdivision of real property in California. The goals of the Map Act are to (i) encourage orderly community development for the benefit of adjacent landowners, prospective purchasers, and the public, (ii) control and regulate the design and construction of improvements, (iii) ensure that the areas dedicated for public purposes will be properly improved by the subdivider so that such areas do not become an undue burden on the taxpayer, and (iv) protect the public from fraud. Matthew Gray will present significant land use legislation and case law to explain how cities and counties will be affected by recent updates to the Subdivision Map Act.
About the guest speaker:
Matthew Gray focuses his practice on land use entitlement processing, environmental compliance, and real estate transactions. He represents a range of local agencies, real estate developers and landowners in all stages of the land use entitlement and development process. He assists clients in negotiating and securing approval of development agreements, general plan amendments, specific plans, zoning, subdivision approvals, and annexation of property into cities and special districts; regularly appears before planning commissions and city councils; and advises clients on compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act and other federal and state regulatory programs during the development process. Matt also has experience negotiating affordable housing agreements, complex mitigation fee agreements and conservation easements; forming land-based financing mechanisms, including Mello-Roos Districts; securing cancellation or termination of Williamson Act contracts on agricultural lands; advising clients on issues relating to water supply; and using the initiative and referendum process in the land use planning context. Matt negotiates purchase and sale agreements; site development agreements; CC&R's and easement agreements; and related transactional documents in connection with mixed-use, commercial, and residential development projects.
The Event:
Food and beverage buffet will be provided.
If the online registration window is closed please email officers@southbayengineersclub.org to request a ticket if available. Thanks