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Boiler Optimization Training is Back and Coming to a Location Near You!
Fall Conference Update
Commissioner Mills' Scholarship
Nominations Are In
Empire State College Bachelor's Degree Program in the Works
Membership Dues in the Mail
Welcome New Leadership
Legislative Update
School Facilities Management Degree
SBGA Business Partner Benefits
June 30 – Conference Early Registration Deadline
June 30 – Communication Scholarship Deadline
July 20 – Boiler Optimization
Regional Training
Rush-Henrietta CSD
July 21 – Boiler Optimization
Regional Training
Liverpool CSD, Liverpool, NY
July 22 – Boiler Optimization
Regional Training
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July 23 – Boiler Optimization
Regional Training
Long Island
July 24 – Boiler Optimization
Regional Training
Orange/Ulster BOCES, Harriman, NY
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 From the President
The month of June is one of our busiest times of year. This time of year does, however, offer us a time to look back at our goals and accomplishments, and start planning for the new fiscal school year. As you do so, I encourage you to renew your membership in SBGA and continue to build relationships with colleagues throughout the state.
The summer months also provide time for professional development. Don’t miss SFMI’s Boiler Optimization training at a location near you.
Similarly, our annual conference and exhibit show is coming up this October. Be sure to register by June 30 to save a combined total of $145.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me directly with any questions or concerns. My fellow officers and I are available to assist you in any way we can, and we look forward to serving you, your district and your local chapter.
Enjoy the Summer!
In partnership,
Joseph Hammond, CDF
SBGA President
Boiler Optimization Training is Back and Coming to a Location Near You!
There is no organization that knows more about Boiler Optimization than the Boiler Efficiency Institute (BEI) and we are excited to have the experts back again!
As a direct result of our partnership with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), you are able to take advantage of this premier training at a fraction of the cost! Don't miss your opportunity to learn from the nationally recognized training leaders of BEI how to optimize facility systems and save on operational expenses.
Space is limited, click here to register today!
Fall Conference Update
Don’t miss the School Facilities Management Conference and Exhibit Show this October 4-7 in Saratoga Springs. RegisterJune 30 and save a combined total of $145 on your conference tuition and hotel package!
Our theme this year is Doing More with Less: Creative Solutions for School Facilities Managers, and we are committed to providing education and training sessions that will achieve just that.
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Commissioner Mills' Scholarship
Don’t forget to nominate one of your Chapter colleagues for this year's School Facilities Professional Development Scholarship. In honor of Commissioner Richard P. Mills, starting this year SBGA and SFMI will award one deserving Active or Affiliate member in good standing attendance at our annual School Facilities Professional Development Program and School Facilities Managers’ Academy (a value of $1,000).
The SFMI Board encourages you to nominate a particular individual within your Chapter you feel qualifies for this special honor.
Visit our website for criteria and a nomination form. Nominations for the 2009 award are due Tuesday, June 30.
Nominations are In
The nominations are in, and the candidates are:
- SBGA 3rd Vice President: Claude “Tink” Wright, Hadley-Luzerne CSD (Capital District Chapter)
- SBGA/SFMI Treasurer: Peter Riggi, CDF, Schuylerville CSD (Capital District Chapter)
Watch your email and the website for more information on both of our candidates and this year’s election.
SFMI Meets with Empire State College, Bachelor Degree Program in the Works
Last month Peter Riggi, CDF, SBGA/SFMI Treasurer (Schuylerville CSD) and Rick Swist, Director of Strategic Planning & Policy, met with representatives of Empire State College (ESC) in Saratoga Springs. The purpose of this meeting was to begin to develop a school facilities management Bachelor's degree program, perhaps as early as the fall semester 2009.
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Membership Dues in the Mail
Membership dues invoices for the 2009-2010 year hit mailboxes in mid-May. Now more than ever, it is important to be an active member of SBGA and your local Chapter. School districts throughout the state face uncertain economic times and as facilities directors you are constantly asked to do more with less. The relationships you develop at home and statewide are invaluable, and allow you to grow and succeed as professionals. To continue taking advantage of all membership in SBGA has to offer, please renew your membership today, and encourage your colleagues to do the same.
Welcome New Leadership
Southeastern Chapter recently elected a new State Director, Tom DiBuono (Southern Westchester BOCES), to represent them on the SBGA Board of Directors. The Chapter also elected Joe Gramando (Chappaqua Schools) as their new President. Congratulations Tom and Joe!
Tom takes over for George Kuntz (Irvington UFSD), who served as the Chapter’s State Director for the past 16 years. Thank you, George, for your years of service and dedication to SBGA and the school facilities profession. You will be missed, and we wish you all the best for the future!
Legislative Update
SBGA Legislative Committee Comments on Pesticide Legislation
SBGA Legislative Chair Fred Koelbel (Port Jefferson UFSD) recently spoke with the Legislative Gazette regarding a bill prohibiting chemical use on school grounds, the New York Pesticides-Free School Act (A.1974/S.1737). Click here to read the article, and please share it with your colleagues.
Officers Meet with SED & Civil Service
In late May SBGA Officers traveled to Albany to meet with Carl Thurnau, PE and Chuck Szuberla from the NYSED Office of Facilities Planning, representatives from Civil Service and our lobbyist Jim Carr (Hinman Straub, PC) to discuss next steps in the process of review, consideration and possible revisions to our Director of Facilities initiative.
School Facilities Management Degree
A college degree, especially in your chosen field, will help you advance in your career like few other honors. Earn your Associate's Degree or technical certificate in school facilities management online - right from the comfort of your home or office.
- Sharpen your skills
- Prepare for your future
- Earn your degree
Applications for the Spring 2009 semester are now being accepted. Enroll today!
Click here to learn more and enroll today!
SBGA Business Partner Benefits
School facilities management business partners play a crucial role in providing innovative products and services to New York State’s school districts. SBGA now offers a unique way to promote your products and services all year long!
By sponsoring our regular e-newsletter, you’ll reach more than 1,000 educational professionals on a regular basis. You can’t beat that kind of exposure!
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