NAWIC Tucson Chapter 122
November 2020 News
Miss a Little . . . Miss A Lot
Tracy's Tidbits
A note from Chapter President, Tracy Miller

Greetings Tucson NAWIC #122 and Friends!

Thanksgiving 2020 is already here! I wish all our members, families and friend a safe and happy Thanksgiving. Gobble, Gobble!

There is a lot of great news to share with the membership this month.

First things first:
Congratulations to Taylor Kessler! Taylor and her husband welcomed baby Charlie Wade Kessler on November 3rd at 7lbs 2oz and 20 inches. Taylor and baby Charlie are doing well.

Congratulations to NAWIC Tucson Chapter #122! We had the highest retention of members for the Pacific Southwest Region for the 2019-2020 year. We received $50.00 and a NAWIC 2019-2020 Recruiter Pin.

Business:
While making certain to adhere to all CDC guidelines for preventing the spread of COVID-19, we are still able hold some of our NAWIC events. The board is still meeting by Zoom to plan our chapter’s future. Tough times do not last, tough people do!

A NAWIC tent has ordered for all of us to use to use for special events where NAWIC is being represented. Once the tent is received, pictures will be shared with the membership. Thank you to Tammy Minot with Southwest Solutions. Tammy and her staff did a fantastic job with the artwork and first-class customer service.

Susan Kregar has been busy updating the NAWIC website. Please take a moment to look at the website and share any suggestions or ideas.

NAWIC Tucson Chapter #122 has many great events coming up. Make sure to mark your calendars.

The December Social December 12th
Thank you to Jamie Regan for hosting this event. Please read below for all the information. Make sure to RSVP please.

The Executive Breakfast is being planned by the board at this time. The tentative date is February 10, 2021. Once the arrangements have a been finalized, they will be shared. 

Women in Construction Week (WIC Week) will be March 7-13, 2021. Once again Ann Vargas has volunteered to be the committee chair. Thank you, Ann! She has done a fabulous job putting together fun events and representing our chapter during this weeklong event celebrating women in construction.
If there is interest in volunteering with Ann for this event, please reach out to her.

The NAWIC Fall 2021 Pacific Southwest Conference will be held here in Tucson!
Florence Bramlett is the chair for conference. If you are interested volunteering for this event, please reach out to Florence. More information will be coming soon to the membership.

NAWIC Education Foundation Design Drafting Competition 2020-2021, chaired by Jan Marshall is going well. Jan shared that the students have started the Row Home Project and are really enjoying this fun competition. There are 15 students participating in this event. If you would like more information about this yearly event, please contact Jan.

ABA Volunteer Day. The ABA is seeking volunteers for their Boy Scouts Ranch project December 5th. Contact Debbie at ABA for details.

Reminder: to like Tucson NAWIC Chapter #122 on Facebook and LinkedIn. Taylor Kessler does an amazing job updating our social media. 

Honored to be your president,

Tracy Miller
Welcome to the World!
Charlie Wade Kessler
Born November 3, 2020
7 lbs. -- 2 oz. -- 20 in.
to Taylor & Chance Kessler
NAWIC Monthly Membership Dinner Sponsorships Available for 2021
Get your five minutes of fame with recognition at the Membership Dinner.
For only a donation of a $50.00 gift card of your choice, your personal bio, photo, business bio, logo, and link to your website will be included in that month's newsletter.
Your business logo and link to your website will also be in the meeting flyer.
Contact Tracy at tracy.nawic@gmail.com for details or to reserve a month.

Save the Date
WIC Week 2021
March 7-13, 2021

Ann Vargas, Habitat for Humanity will chair WIC Week for our chapter. Volunteers will be needed. Please email Ann at annv@habitatucson.org to find out how you can get involved.
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Happy October Anniversaries & Birthdays

Anniversaries:
Becky Johnson, Swaim & Associates – since December 2019
Laura Vertes, Swaim & Associates – since December 2019
 
Birthdays:
Marina Ruiz, Daikin & Goodman – December 1st
Glenda Barajas, Pima Community College (Student) – December 2nd
Susan Yanez, Marathon Petroleum Corporation– December 10th
Alexandra Miller, Alexandra L. Miller, CPA PC – December 15th
Laura Edwards, Tepco Inc. – December 16th
Elena Limon, Goebel Design Group – December 19th
Taylor Kessler, Green Valley Cooling & Heating – December 23rd

Cheers to you!
October Safety Tip
Courtesy of McCraren Compliance

Suicide Prevention Hotline - Call 988
On October 17th, the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act  (S.2661) was signed into law on October 17th. The law was sent to the President for signature after receiving unanimous support from Congress. This legislation will support the full implementation of the three-digit “9-8-8” dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline through funding guidance, federal reporting, and specialized services for at-risk communities like LGBTQ-youth and Veterans. A well-resourced, easy-to-remember 988 crisis hotline will increase access to necessary resources and support in times of crisis that will save lives.  

It is through the efforts of the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention, and its many Field Advocates, that we have seen real change to bring our country’s mental health system into the 21st century with the full passage of the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act. 

Please note that the 9-8-8 crisis hotline will not be nationally available until July 2022. Callers should continue to access the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline through 1-800-273-8255 until 9-8-8 is fully operational.
Membership Extension Notice From NAWIC National

YOU, our NAWIC Members, are and always will be the Association’s top priority. NAWIC wants to ensure that YOU stay connected and supported through this difficult time we are facing in 2020. Continuing to maintain your NAWIC connections and support systems within your own chapters, regions and nationally is an important part of building strong relationships both professionally and personally. Therefore, we are automatically extending all memberships through Dec. 31, 2020. Each member’s type and good standing status as of Sept. 30, 2020 will continue through this extension. Payment plans are available.

And speaking of membership . . .
Thank You Letter From A Scholarship Recipient
We received this lovely letter from one of our scholarship recipients. It was read at the October meeting. We want share it again for those who could not join us that night.
Call for Nominations
2021 Cornerstone Foundation Awards

Members of the AIA, ABA, NAWIC, ACEC, and CSI, the leading construction trade and professional organizations in Southern Arizona, are asked to nominate their favorite industry partners for the prestigious awards which celebrate workmanship, skill, responsibility, and integrity in the building development industry.

Nominations are reviewed by a panel representing the participating organizations and past award recipients.
Nominations should reflect the best business practices in areas such as:
  • Quality of craftsmanship and consistency of service(s) to clients
  • Contributions to the community
  • Quality of design and documentation
  • Responsiveness to schedule and budget
  • Proficiency in financial management
  • Emphasis on teamwork and collaboration
  • Backup of warranties
  • Activity in respective trade or professional association
Download the Nomination Form

Don't worry if you don't know all of the information requested. Fill out whatever you can.
Have news to share?
Send new jobs, promotions, awards, special events, job openings, wedding & birth announcements and more to Susan Kregar by the 15th for that month's issue.

NAWIC Pacific Southwest Region
& National Updates




Pacific Southwest Region Updates
As we enter the new NAWIC year, it’s time to take advantage of an awesome offer to advertise your company, your side business or simply show support for our Region!
For $20.00 your business card will be showcased on the Region’s website (www.nawic.net) on the Sponsor page. Our website enjoys lots of hits because of the proximity to nawic.org, as well as being promoted throughout our Region (Arizona, Colorado, El Paso, Hawaii, New Mexico, Southern California, Southern Nevada, Utah). Your sponsorship will run for the entire NAWIC year and will support the financial needs of the Region.
Send your check TODAY to: NAWIC PSW Region Director’s Fund, c/o Robin Fulton Meyer, 5744 S Club House Drive, Fort Mohave, AZ 86426. Or, you can submit payment directly online at: paypal.me/NAWICPSWRegion
If you decide to pay online, please email the business card to: robinfultonmeyer@gmail.com

Many Thanks,
Robin Fulton Meyer
Julie Barraza
Flo Bramlett

NAWIC National Working For You
NAWIC provides its members with opportunities for professional development, education, networking, leadership training, public service and more.

Touch Here to learn more about what is available to members from NAWIC National.


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