Issue LXXXIX
Nov 30, 2007
Greetings !
In this issue, you'll read:
AIA Nebraska Leadership Develop Goals for 2008
Omaha Eco Town Square Concept
Year-End Reminder
AIA Central States 2008 Graphic Design - Call for Entries
Employment Opportunity - November 30
Reinvestment on Nebraska’s Main Streets Reaches New High
Calendar of Events - November 30, 2007
AIA Nebraska Leadership Develop Goals for 2008 Send resume to: Kim Mathewson, Schwerdt Design Group, Inc., 2231 SW Wanamaker Rd., Ste. 303, Topeka, KS 66614 or email kam@sdgarch.com Hosted by: Susan Siedel, Angie Knutson-Smith and Laura Houston Problem: The War for Talent will address: The Program: After a short break, the program will focus on the situation in Nebraska. Tom Emison will facilitate a panel discussion between construction students, young construction executives and senior construction executives. 
AIA Nebraska Leaders held their annual leadership retreat on November 8, at Mahoney State Park. Presenters provided valuable information on the following areas of interest: Developments relating to AIA National - Greg Staskiewicz, Associate AIA, National Associate Director; Natl and Central States Regional Issues affecting Profession - Ed Vidlak, AIA, Central States Regional Director; Emerging Professionals Issues - Kevin Riley, Associate AIA and Cleve Reeves. Download materials from the Central States Young Architects Forum Young Architects Forum Summit Results Forum Charrette Results
Internship Survey Results 
Following the key presentations, chapters leaders met and identified (2) goals and objectives for the upcoming year. Please take a moment to review the retreat summary.
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Omaha Eco Town Square Concept
On Tuesday November 13th, 2007, at the AIA Omaha annual meeting, AIA Omaha president John Dineen,AIA gave a presentation on the Omaha Eco Town Square to the AIA Omaha membership . The Omaha Eco Town Square is a concept proposal for a regional design center in Omaha NE involving the National building industry. Its purpose is to advance the science of sustainability in Architecture. The Omaha Eco-Town Square will manage a series of activities and alliances, each aimed at advancing ecological literacy and the study of sustainability in our built environment as an integral part of the use, and practice of architecture. Furthermore working in collaboration with allied organizations to develop sustainable design education beyond the built environment, providing for the understanding of the relationship the built environment has to: the economy, public health, biology/ecology, land use planning and transportation, manufacturing and assembly of building components, and advancing the knowledge of climatic, geographical diversity and expertise in our mid-west region for the practice of design. The AIA Omaha chapter is attempting to provide leadership in the building industry to answer Architects questions such as: What are the building materials of the future? How will nanotechnology affect architecture? Will future building materials be able to think? How will greater use of alternative energy change design? What new tools do you need as a practicing Architect, sitting at your desk tomorrow morning? Look for information coming to you in the weeks ahead summarizing this exciting opportunity for our profession.
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Year-End Reminder 
As the end of the year is approaching make sure to check your AIA transcript for continuing education. State of Nebraska Continuing Education Guidelines: Renewal + CES Requirements Important Note: The State of Nebraska allows self-designed continuing education activities add up to no more than one quarter of the total CE requirement. Refresher on Self Reporting Specific questions relating to your transcript may be directed: AIA/CES Records Center at the University of Oklahoma, 800-605-8229, 405-325-6965 - fax, 1700 Asp Avenue, Room B-1 Norman, Oklahoma 73072-6400, cceaiarecords@ou.edu
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AIA Central States 2008 Graphic Design - Call for Entries 
During October 23-25, 2008 the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Central States will hold its Annual Conference in Kansas City, Missouri for architects practicing in the five-state region of Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma. AIA Central States is seeking a graphic design concept to be used on conference marketing materials, such as a website, email, direct mail, a design blog, event posters, etc. The goal of the marketing materials is to attract the five-state audience of architects as well as individuals with an interest in the built environment (i.e. young designers, recent grads, students, educators, politicians). Call for Entries due December 10, Noon.
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Employment Opportunity - November 30
Schwerdt Design Group, Inc., with offices in Topeka, KS, and Oklahoma City, OK, is seeking an Architectural/Engineering Project Manager for a client in Mission, KS. The position will be located in Mission and entails working with construction and renovation projects in telecommunication facilities throughout Kansas and Western Missouri. Applicants must be capable of coordinating and managing multiple projects of varying size. Position is for large international corporation with excellent opportunities for future employment and advancement. Accredited architectural, engineering or construction science degree and 1-4 years work experience required. Experience with HVAC and/or electrical power systems beneficial.
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Reinvestment on Nebraska’s Main Streets Reaches New High
For every dollar spent to operate a local Main Street program in Nebraska during the 2006-2007 Fiscal Year, $35.40 was reinvested in the community. That 35-to-1 reinvestment ratio is included in the Nebraska Lied Main Street Program’s Annual Report released November 1, 2007.
“It pays to be a part of the Main Street Program,” said Nebraska Lied Main Street Director J.L. Schmidt. This reinvestment number takes into account the sum of the value of volunteer hours, building rehabilitation investment, new construction investment, public improvement investment, grants and in-kind contributions, combined public and private financial contributions, he said. In Nebraska in the 2006-2007 fiscal year, local Main Street programs spent $272,893. The total reinvestment was $9,659,381.
Main Street volunteers logged 10,614 volunteer hours during the Fiscal Year, Schmidt said. Based on the $18.04 per hour at which the Independent Sector values volunteer time, that’s $190,943 reinvested in the community.
There were 35 net new businesses and 74 net new jobs during the reporting period. Nebraska Main Street communities saw 47 building rehabs worth $1,866,563 during 2006-2007. There were five new construction projects worth $4,545,759 and 16 public improvement projects worth $2,797,600. Since the state program began in 1994, the net business gain has been 443 with 1,220 net new jobs. There have been 1,272 building and façade rehabs worth $25.8 million, 60 new construction projects worth more than $26 million and 140 public improvement projects worth $7.2 million dollars.
“There is still plenty to cheer about on Main Street,” Schmidt said. The annual report is available.
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Calendar of Events - November 30, 2007 
Link to Calendar of Events 6:00 pm, Friday November 30th
Women in Architecture - Working Women’s Cocktail Party
Laura Houston’s 1955 atomic ranch 1323 S 98th Street
Please bring: a sweet or savory dish that recalls the 1950’s
RSVP’s to:
lhouston@hba1.com
aksmith@altusstudios.com
or sseidel@hba1.com
Workforce Development Seminar -
A relatively healthy commercial construction economy; with a shortage of people to do the work.
The most imposing barrier to success and growth in the industry is your ability to attract, develop and retain people.
How to think more strategic about people.
Changing industry forces that impact your people.
Challenges and solutions in attracting, developing and retaining people in the industry.
Innovations to consider ...
...as an industry,
...in your company,
...by you individually.
The War for Talent Whitepaper will provide a national perspective on:
current economic shifts
demographic changes
social trends
national level recommendations and strategies to address the situation. 
AIA Lincoln Component Holiday Party, Friday, December 7th from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
The offices of BVH Architects, 440 North 8th, Suite 100, Lincoln, Ne 68508
Caterer: Bread and Cup / Food, wine, beer and soda will be provided
Certification Requirements and Review
APA The Engineered Wood Association Present: Build Your Knowledge Engineered Wood Design Seminar
Thursday - December 13, 2007 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Denver
Cost: $95 Credit: 8
Location: Holiday Inn Denver International Airport Hotel, I-70 & Chambers Rd., 15500 East 40th Avenue, Denver, CO 80239
This program will focus on the latest in design, specification and installation of engineered wood in construction. Get the latest on International Building Codes and International Residential Codes changes, as well as design for durability and sustainable green wood structures. Attendees are eligible for continuing education learning units, including health, safety and welfare. Download event attachment
Contact:
Maryann Hymer
maryann.hymer@apawood.org
253.620.7481 
Tuesday, January 29, 2008 - AIA Nebraska Legislative Forum-Nebraska State Capitol-Additional information will be forthcoming.
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