Issue LXXI
Jun 8, 2007
Greetings !
In this issue, you'll read:
AIA Nebraska Announces Design Awards Program Call for Entries Deadlines
Dedication of Goodhue Boulevard / Lincoln
America's Favorite Architecture
Legislative Highlights June 8
Neighboring State Damage
Employment Opportunity - June 1
HGTV Extreme Buildings Sought
Bright Lights - Promote to 6-9 graders
In Memory / John J. Tewhill, Jr., AIA
Calendar of Events - June 8
AIA Nebraska Announces Design Awards Program Call for Entries Deadlines Mrs. Wyllie has spent three years researching this book which addresses the least known aspect of this great architect's career, his residential Romy is a resident of Pasadena, California where she completed her first book about the Caltech campus, which was master planned by Goodhue. Mrs. View the The largest tax cut package in the history of our State, which included the elimination of sales taxes on construction labor, the elimination of the marriage penalty, and the reduction of inheritance taxes. Passage of a two-year, $6.78 billion budget. The creation of the Omaha Learning Community The reorganization of HHS. Legislation which holds adults liable for providing alcohol for minors who then cause damages, injury, or death Community-Based Energy Development legislation, which allows public power districts to work with private developers to build electricity-generating wind turbines and qualify for federal alternative energy incentives. Increasing the State minimum wage to match the new federal minimum wage Fundraising: AIA KS has reached out to AIA and AIA components in an effort to raise money for the greening efforts. It is obvious that the town and its citizens were underinsured. Federal and State money will probably not be available for the greening of Greensburg. The restaurant chain, Spangles, is collecting money to build a playground for the children of Greensburg to use during and after the rebuilding effort. They have asked AIA to let Greensburg know of their efforts. Spangles also wants assistance on designing the playground. Class fulfills part of the Scouting Landscape Architecture Merit badge. Coordinated by UNL College of Architecture under the direction of Dean Drummond; Mark Hoistad, Chair of the Architecture College; and Richard Phone 420-1115 Ext 42, Fax 420-5954 / Toll free number is 1-888-547-1076 Bright Lights is a non-profit organization that takes learning beyond the classroom by providing youth with unique, motivating, hands-on learning opportunity. 
Registration for Entries: July 9 Entry Submissions: July 26 Call for Entries registration material will be posted on website. This year's AIA Nebraska Fall Conference will be take place October 17-18, at the Lincoln Embassy Suites.
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Dedication of Goodhue Boulevard / Lincoln 
You are invited to a celebration honoring Nebraska State Capitol Architect Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue and the dedication of Goodhue Boulevard, June 14, 10 am, in the Capitol Rotunda. Invitation available. Invitation boarder illustrates Cheltenham typeface designed by Goodhue. Plan to also attend a presentation, "Bertram Goodhue, His Life and Residential Architecture." Romy Wyllie author of the recently released book about Nebraska Capitol architect Bertram Goodhue entitled "Bertram Goodhue, His Life and Residential Architecture" will be making a presentation at the AIA Lincoln brownbag program, June 13, 11:45 am, Lincoln Chamber of Commerce Board Room, 1135 M Street, Suite 200, Lincoln, NE 68508. RSVP's for lunch must be made to Dave Johnson, AIA, davejohnson@studio951.net. AIA Learning Units will be provided.
commissions many of which have been unpublished prior to this time. During her extensive research she was granted unprecedented access to the private
Goodhue family collections which lends great insight into Goodhue the person, as well has his development as a leading creative forces of the
early twentieth century.
Wyllie is an interior designer by profession. Romy is in Lincoln with her husband Peter along with three of Goodhue's grandchildren and spouses, for
the dedication of Goodhue Boulevard.
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America's Favorite Architecture 
Check out Sunday’s New York Times Travel Section piece “Weekend in New York City.” The article covers The New York Times travel writer Seth Kugel’s self-guided tour of the city’s America’s Favorite Architecture buildings. He toured 25 of the 33 buildings in one day, hiking 9 miles to get from place to place. According to Kugel, he gained a new perspective for the city’s unique skyline (the power of architecture). Photo: Apple Store, 58th Street and Fifth, New York
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Legislative Highlights June 8
Note from AIA Nebraska Lobbyist Mary Campbell: Our primary objective this Session, that of eliminating the sales tax on commercial construction labor, was achieved with passage of LB 367. The continuing funding for the State Capitol renovations was approved and bonding requirements for certain public building projects was also signed by the Governor. Senator Adams’ bill revising community development law, LB 562, was approved by the Governor as well. We will need to monitor the implementation of wind energy incentives and be actively involved this interim on the interior designer developments. Recap legislation of interest to AIA Nebraska
General Session Highlights:
The One Hundredth Legislature, First Session, adjourned Sine Die on Thursday, May 31st. This was a historic Session for many reasons. This was the first Session directly affected by the term limit amendment passed by the voters. The 22 new Senators and the veteran representatives had a lot to solve in 90 days. Some of the major issues of this year included:
Legislation to comply with the three-state agreement of Republican River water usage, including legislation designed to control in-stream vegetation.
With Session now having ended, we will turn our attention to the Interim. Many Interim Studies have been introduced. Some of these could have a direct or indirect impact on your Legislative objectives. We will monitor these studies closely and notify you of any public hearings on studies of interest.
Nick and I sincerely thank you for the privilege of representing you before the 2007 Legislature. We will stay in touch throughout the Interim in spite of our respective travel plans and tee-times (mostly Nick’s!). The Legislature will reconvene on January 9, 2008, for the Second Session of the One Hundredth Legislature.
All best wishes to all of you for a wonderful summer! If you will be in Lincoln and would like to get together, please give us a call.
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Neighboring State Damage
A damaged Kwik Check convenience store is seen in downtown Greensburg, Kansas early Saturday morning, May 5, 2007 after a tornado ripped through this southwest Kansas community and killed at least one person. The tornado struck Friday night, leaving a broad swath of destruction in the Kiowa County town about 110 miles west of Wichita.
The town of Greensburg, Kansas was literally blown off the map by a F5E tornado on May 4th. AIA Kansas has volunteered their services for planning the re-birth of Greensburg, Kansas by aiding in the development of an energy conscious, sustainable plan to rebuild the town and lending volunteer architectural, engineering, planning and other professional expertise.
For the 150 year anniversary of the American Institute of Architects, AIA Kansas was awarded a grant from the Institute to kick off a program – the Kansas Design Team. The team’s purpose is to assist communities in finding solutions to physical, social, environmental and economic problems. AIA Kansas has selected Greensburg, Kansas as their targeted community to assist in their redevelopment and rebuilding.
This is a totally voluntary program that will bring together individuals to assist in planning and locating finance options, assisting in planned community redevelopment of single family housing, multi-family housing, retail, commercial and governmental facilities.
Greensburg Steering Committee The Greensburg Steering Committee has been established to work with various federal, state, and local governments. Mike Vieux, AIA, is heading the effort.
As part of this effort, volunteers will work with government and community leaders, business owners, and all citizen groups to plan a new and better future for Greensburg. Planners, architects, engineers, grant writers, finance professionals, and builders will be brought together to work with the community and make sure they have an opportunity to explore ways to make their new community environmentally friendly and sustainable.
The Governor, Mayor and City Commissioners of Greensburg are committed to rebuilding a “Green” Greensburg. The Mayor of Greensburg is holding a “Green Fair” on Thursday – Saturday, May 24-26 during the Greensburg Rodeo when many citizens in town.
Professional Assistance: “Greensburg Assistance” form is available on the
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Employment Opportunity - June 1
Reward Wall Systems, Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of insulating concrete forms ("ICFs") is seeking an aggressive, self-motivated, results based individual to fill the Director of Application and Design position in our corporate office. The ideal candidate must be able to meet the qualifications attached. Salary: $65,000 – $75,000 depending upon experience / Eligible for annual performance bonus of 5% – 10% of annual salary
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HGTV Extreme Buildings Sought 
HGTV is currently producing a new 13 part series for HGTV called "Extreme Building" focusing on unique houses with extreme construction or engineering challenges. Each episode is 30 minutes long and will feature two houses per episode, still looking for residences to complete the line-up. We have been profiling the work of some of the most pioneering, innovative and cutting edge architects in the country. Each house that is featured is unusual and unique not only in its design but also in its engineering and construction. So for example we have featured a house that rotates, another sculpted from steel, and one that is sandwiched between boulders. The houses must be completed. The uniqueness and challenges may come from the site, design, shape, or materials used. Contact: Joanne Azern, jazern@kpitv.com, 212.643.0620 x 102
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Bright Lights - Promote to 6-9 graders 
Imagine being on a dynamic team that designs how your world looks and works. In summer 2007, youth will design an animal complex for Pioneers Park Nature Center to be used by visitors, summer camps, and nature classes. Campwork will include: Pioneers Park Nature Center site selection, city
planning, topography planning and drawing, perspective architectural drawings, a scale model architectural design, and learning about your
personality while working on a dynamic peer team. In the final project, the teams will design a structure for animals and people that will blend into the
natural setting. Students will work with professionals in the field and have lunch with a professional from the field of Architecture, Interior Design, Community Planning, or Landscape Architecture. This camp has been presented nationally and other architecture professionals are inspired by the content.
Sutton, chair of UNL's Landscape Architecture College. Taught by Lynette Fast, North Star High School Art Specialist; Joan Phelan, Everett Elementary Art Specialist; Micki Fowler, Dawes Middle School Art Specialist; and Amber Buhrman, certified teacher.
Grade(s): Post 6 - Post 9
July 9-13
Day Camps, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Limit: 30
Meet: UNL College of Architecture, 10th & R Sts.
Barbara Hoppe
Bright Lights: Summer Learning Adventures
Co-Founder and Education Director
5561 S. 48th Street Suite 220, Lincoln, NE 68516
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In Memory / John J. Tewhill, Jr., AIA
John Tewhill, Jr., age 84, Omaha is preceded in death by wife, Connie L. Tewhill. Survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Kathleen Tewhill and Thomas Hurst, of Omaha, Patrysha and C. T. Switzer, of Mississippi; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Debbie Tewhill of Omaha; grandchildren: Kristin, Jessica, John Zachary and John Michael; sister-in-law, Marilyn Caffrey of West Des Moines, IA. Service was held 5/23/2007.
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Calendar of Events - June 8 
Link to New Calendar of Events 
Tour eight of Destination Midtown’s beautiful historic churches on Saturday, June 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Public Dinner Cruise Featuring Win Lander
cost: $35.00 / Come aboard the River City Star and enjoy a 2 entree dinner buffet and live entertainment while cruising along the riverfront. Featuring the music of Win Lander. RSVP by June 8 to Kris Lane, klane@clarkenersen.com
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