Thursday | August 6, 2020
A WEEK WITH BIA-LAV
Join us on Wednesday, August 12th for an Exclusive BIA Members-Only Government Affairs Roundtable!

Senate Pro Tem Atkins and Senate Majority Leader Hertzberg will be featured as our Guest Speakers as we discuss critical housing legislation.
ADVOCACY IN ACTION
LA County Passes Inclusionary Housing
On Tuesday, in a 5-0 vote, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors passed the County's Inclusionary Housing Ordinance with slightly more restrictive amendments and other directives. BIA-LAV was one of only two entities to testify in opposition of the Ordinance, among those calling for the policy to go further.

While this outcome is extremely disappointing, in addition to including a middle-income category, BIA staff worked with all the Board offices to include a reporting directive. This creates an opportunity to revisit and amend the policy over time. For questions e-mail Diana Coronado.
City of LA VMT Presentation: LADOT & OPR
Today, BIA-LAV members were given a presentation by the Los Angeles City Department of Transportation (LADOT) and the Governor's Office of Planning & Research (OPR) on the City of Los Angeles' Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) program.

This webinar served as a venue to learn about changes to the City’s VMT process, updates to mitigation strategies, and allowed members to ask questions of both State and local staff. For more information please contact Diana Coronado.
MEMBER ROUNDUP
NEW, BIASC REFERRAL CREDIT PROGRAM!
We have achieved important advocacy wins as builders and associates continue working together to protect our industry. Our network allows BIASC to be the voice of Southern California’s new housing market. As that network grows, so does the strength of our voice.

For a limited time only, for each Sole Proprietor or Small Associate referred, you will receive a $75 credit. Each Medium, Large Associate, and Builder referred will get you a $125 credit. 
UPCOMING EVENTS
BIA-LAV Committees & Events
Make the most of your membership and sign up for one (or more) of BIA-LAV's committees or events! Meet with decision makers, network with BIA members and more!
BIASC Virtual Meet the Builder
BIASC SAFETY ACADEMY
COVID-19 Safety Courses
BIASC’s COVID-19 Safety Protocols and Guidelines courses provide in-depth education and best practices for establishing a “Safety First” construction site. Enrollment and completion of these courses should be a top priority for project managers, project superintendents, field associates, and trade foremen. Click below for more information.
NEWSWORTHY
Building Industry News Stories
BREAKING: California Labor Federation drops Wiener endorsement | 48hills

Coronavirus cuts Southern California housing permits to 8-year low | Daily Bulletin

L.A. County approves new spending on arts and affordable housing
PHYSICALLY DISTANT. SOCIALLY CONNECTED.