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July 17, 2018
Governmental Affairs
Diablo Water District To Retain Reduced Fee Plan
Diablo Water District General Manager Mike Yeraka has advised BIA|Bay Area that he will recommend the agency retain its post-recession reduced Facilities Reserve Charge structure for an additional two years. Unless the district's governing board takes action, the reduced rate structure will expire on July 31, 2018, and the rates will revert back pre-2011 fee levels. Full Story
Membership
New Member Benefits from Amazon Business
As a member of the BIA Bay Area, you can gain access to Amazon Business' vast selection, competitive pricing and shipping options to meet your needs. More than 1 million customers use Amazon Business to find the supplies they need. Learn more about how Amazon Business works for businesses like yours. Click here for more details.
Events
Golf Tournament Thank You!
Another successful golf tournament is in the books! We hope everyone who attended had a great time. Enjoy a few sneak peak photos on our Facebook page HERE.

To all of our sponsors and volunteers - this event could not be possible with all of your participation! THANK YOU!
Wine Tour Thank You!
Thank you to our wine tour guests! We hope that you had a wonderful time joining us for the wine tour. Check out a few photos on our Facebook page HERE. (Please be sure to like/follow us while you're visiting)
A Day at the Ballpark - Battle of the Bay, This Friday
Still tickets avaialble! Join the BIA for a day at the ballpark and a Battle of the Bay at Oakland Coliseum. Bring your clients, colleagues, and family for a fun evening with fireworks.

Tickets and discounted parking are available NOW. Visit the event page HERE.
SMC Networking Mixer @ Ellison Park July 25
Join the Sales & Marketing Council for a casual networking mixer compliments of The New Home Company. Ellison Park is a new neighborhood of modern, multi-story townhomes located in Milpitas. Enjoy beverages and tacos on-site while networking with BIA members.  No fee to attend, but RSVP required. Visit the event page HERE .
Women's  Leadership Conference - Oct. 12
The excitement with the announcement of our keynote speakers for this year's 2nd annual Women in the Lead, Women's Leadership Conference:
  • The Honorable Ellen Tauscher, former seven-term member of Congress and Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security in the Obama Administration.
  • Sheryl O'Loughlin, CEO of REBBL and author of Killing It: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Keeping Your Head Without Losing Your Heart
  • Hannah Gordon, Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel, San Francisco 49ers
The half-day conference features dynamic and fabulous keynote women speakers. Your ticket includes entry to a reception hosted by the Professional Women in Building Council where you will have an opportunity to meet these ladies, too.  This conference will be a sold-out event!

Sponsorships and tickets available on our website HERE.
OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS:
July 18 - SMC Board Meeting
July 19 - PWB Board Meeting
August 2 - PWB Lean In Circle Workshop
August 9 - BRE Meeting
August 15 - SMC Board Meeting
August 16 - PWB Board Meeting

Check out our full calendar on our website HERE
HomeAid Northern CA
Trap Shoot - Register Today!
Register your team today for HomeAid's 17th Annual Trap Shoot! Event to be held on Thursday, September 13, 2018 at the Pleasanton-Livermore Rod & Gun Club! Register your team today - names of team members can be provided at a later date.  Click here for the form.
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