The Seascape
Newsletter of the CLCA
Central Coast Chapter
October 2022
Events Calendar
October 13, Thursday
Fall Mixer at Dust Bowl in Monterey
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Dust Bowl Brewing Co., 290 Figueroa St., Monterey
To RSVP go to https://conta.cc/3dyEP87 or if you have questions contact Terri Baker at tbaker@graniterock.com or at (408) 890-9001
October 19, Wednesday
Rechargeable Battery Expo
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Location: B&B Small Engine Repair, 1700 Commercial Way #B, Santa Cruz
https://conta.cc/3xGd6Jy to register or contact Bill at B&B Small Engine Repair at sawshopsc@gmail.com or (831) 476-6306
November 8, Tuesday
Central Coast Chapter Annual Planning Meeting
Time: 12-3:00 pm
Location: Graniterock, 350 Technology Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076
Contact Phil Dundas (831) 750-0447 or phil@thelandscapecompany.com
October 2022 Central Coast President’s Message
by Phil Dundas, Chapter President, The Landscape Company
Hello Landscape Community,
Darkness is creeping up on us! Through this season we honor change, the fall harvest, and the circle of life with the fall equinox on September 22nd.
Thanks to everyone who participated in the Annual Liar’s Cup Golf Tournament at Delaveaga Golf Club. Another beautiful way and day to be outside! Read the article to see who the winners were, though, of course we all were.
We have some great upcoming events. First, our Fall Mixer in Monterey, 5p.m. on Thursday, October 13th at DUST BOWL’S TAP DEPOT. Come and join the fun. No charge, just buy a beverage.
Shortly thereafter B&B SMALL ENGINE REPAIR is holding a Battery Expo at their Santa Cruz location (1700 Commercial Way) on Wednesday, October 19th, 4-7:00 p.m. Come learn about the new carb regulations and see what Stihl and Makita have to offer in battery-powered outdoor power equipment. There will be demos and a factory rep from Stihl. Learn what the upcoming ban means for the availability of power equipment in the future. There will be some pizza. We’re holding a raffle for a Stihl battery power tool Kit. Your $10 admission gives you one ticket for the raffle.
Our elections are coming up this November. If you are interested in any of the positions please contact me. We encourage you to come to one of our monthly board meetings and get involved with the Central Coast Chapter.
With Rasta Colors, Phil
Phil Dundas
President, The Landscape Company
phil@thelandscapecompany.com
C: (831) 750-0447 │ O: (831) 476-7070
Central Coast Chapter Board of Directors 2022-2023
President: Phil Dundas—The Landscape Company
Immediate Past President: Justin White—K&D Landscaping
Membership Director: Terri Baker—Graniterock
Secretary/ Treasurer: David Ventura—Granite Crete
Director of Events: Gregory Miller—Green and Growing Landscape
Director of Education: Scott Long—Central Coast Landscape
Associate Member Director: Bill Bruce—B&B Small Engine Repair
Legislation Director: Regan Barry—Coastal Evergreen
Our CLCA Central Coast Chapter board elections are held each November and will be advertised in our chapter newsletter. Newly elected officers of our chapter will be announced at our annual Holiday Party in December.
If you are interested in any of the positions, or would like to serve on our board as a committee chair, or volunteer to help in any capacity please contact Phil Dundas, our current president at: phil@thelandscapecompany.com.
By joining our team of leaders managing the Central Coast Chapter you will be helping us bring awareness to the work we do in our community and as C- 27 professional Landscape Contractors.
Just for fun. Did you know that independent radio station KSQD, 90.7 FM and KSQD.ORG has local shows, possibly of interest? I stumbled on this one last Saturday. The “In the Garden” show with Joe Truskot, Saturdays, 9-10:00 a.m.
“In the Garden presents information on best practices for home gardens, current weather conditions, information on upcoming garden-related events, details regarding assistance needed for community garden projects, and advice from expert guests.”
Fun to listen, or maybe we could contact them and do a “What is the Central Coast CLCA?” show. Or talk about a local community garden project, either completed or anticipated, or speak as an expert? https://widgets.spinitron.com/KSQD/show/101789/In-the-Garde
2022 Central Coast Chapter Partners for Success Program
There has never been a better time to support Central Coast’s Partners for Success Program. Joining provides an opportunity to increase your visibility in the community, to be seen as a leader in the green industry by helping sustain the many educational and enrichment offerings of our association.
We would like to welcome GraniteCrete to the Central Coast Partners for Success!
For more information, contact Phil Dundas phil@thelandscapecompany.com
register now!
Or, better still, go directly to our online registration! Join us today!
WE love our partners!
With much appreciation Our Partners in Success 2021.
PaRTNER’S CORNER
Terri Baker, Graniterock
This month Terri Baker is featured in our “Partner’s Corner.” Read more here.
If you are a Partner, this “Partner’s Corner” feature is a great member benefit. Please contact Bill Bruce at B&B Small Engine Repair if you are interested in being featured on our website in a future “Partner’s Corner.” Don’t miss this chance for some free advertising.
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It’s always a great time to Advertise in this newsletter! Reach your target audience monthly. Sign up for large, medium, or small ads. For specs and pricing contact: clcaccc.editor@gmail.com. OR sign up online here.
CENTRAL COAST UPCOMING EVENTs
Come to Our Annual Fall Mixer, in Monterey!
when: Thursday, October 13, 2022
where: Dust Bowl Brewing Company, Tap Depot, 290 Figueroa St., Monterey, Ca 93940
cost: Free, come and buy a beverage and/or taco.
Central Coast Chapter’s purpose: We are committed to empowering the Green Industry on the Central Coast, provide leadership and education for our members instill stewardship, promote outreach in the community and support chapter events throughout the year.
This Fall Mixer is one of those popular and valuable events. Learn more about the chapter or just hang out with your colleagues in the landscape industry. Meet new people, connect with your friends, benefit from schmoozing with others in your field. Learn more about CLCA from one of its most active and dynamic chapters. There will be some delicious beers to sample and tacos for sale.
Dust Bowl’s Tap Depot is located in Monterey, a few steps from the famous Fisherman’s Wharf. Craft beer fans will enjoy 24 taps amidst a social vibe. The outdoor patio offers fire pits, heaters, picnic tables, corn hole, and easy access to the Wedo’s Tacos resident food truck. Once a bustling train station in the 1930s, this location is aptly named the Tap Depot. There will be live music and lively, friendly Central Coast company. Join us!
You’re invited to Central Coast CLCA’s Fall Mixer in Monterey. All that’s needed is your interest, you don’t have to be a member. We hope to see you there!
To RSVP go to https://conta.cc/3dyEP87 or if you have questions contact Terri Baker at tbaker@graniterock.com or at (408) 890-9001
Battery Expo in Santa Cruz!
when: wednesday, October 19, 2022
where: B&B Small Engine REPair, 1700 Commercial Way, #2, Santa Cruz
cost: $10, gets you admission and a raffle ticket
Come see what Stihl and Makita have to offer in battery-powered outdoor power equipment. There will be demos and a factory representative from Stihl. Learn what the upcoming ban means for the availability of power equipment in the future. Last year Governor Newsom signed a new law that order state regulators to ban the sale of new gas-powered outdoor equipment using off-road engines…this will be in effect as early as 2024. This impacts how we work and the tools we’ll be using, come and see some of the options.
We’re holding a raffle for a Stihl battery power tool kit. Your $10 entry fee gives you one free ticket for the raffle.
To RSVP go to https://conta.cc/3xGd6Jy If you have more questions please Bill at B&B Small Engine Repair (831) 476-6306 or sawshopsc@gmail.com
If you’re interested in this subject here is a link to the CLCA State site and their article, “Proposed Ban On Gas-Pwered Small Off-Road Engines?”
REcent event
Central Coast’s Annual Liar’s Cup Golf Event 2022
Niles Barry, the Coastal Evergreen Gang and Reagan Barry on the green at DeLaveaga Golf Course, Liar’s Cup 2022,
Golf bringing us all together on the green.— by Justin White
On September 15th, 2022, the Central Coast CLCA gathered at the Delaveaga Golf Course for the annual Liar’s Cup Invitational. Matt Gomez was at the registration table welcoming the teams and getting the event ready. Matt is always behind the scenes on these events ensuring all the pieces come together for the big day. On the 15th the course was in excellent condition, with the greens rolling true and fast. The weather was perfect at a nice 75 degrees and the players knew they were going to have to go low to have a chance at winning the tournament, as Scott Long and his team were defending their three-year winning streak. The structure of the day was a four-person scramble best ball, where each player took a shot, and then they would all go to the best shot and then all shoot again from there. This format allows for a quick round with low scores.
The players took off to their assigned holes, and the shotgun round began. It was clear the winning score was going to be low, with many groups getting birdies on their first few holes. As the round came to a close, the players tallied their scores and turned the scorecards into the pro shop for review and calculation to determine the winners. Everyone gathered in the range-side bar area to debrief on how their round went and share stories of great shots and not-so-great shots.
After about a half-hour, the scores were complete, and the winning team was identified. As Phil Dundas, our chapter president read the results everyone waited with anticipation to see who is going to take home the trophy. As the results came in we learned that Billy Crawford with K&D Landscaping Landscaping won the longest drive. Now it was on to the winning team of the day, and with a score of -15 under, Scott Long and his team took first place for the fourth year in a row!!!
Overall this event was a huge success for our members and our chapter. We hope everyone will join us at the next Liar’s Cup Invitational!"—Justin White
Our spectacular Partners who sponsor the awards:
A Tool Shed Equipment Rentals * CLCA Insurance Solutions * Central Home Supply * Delta Bluegrass Company • Davey Tree Expert Company * Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery • Ewing irrigation • granitecrete • graniterock • Hunter/FX Luminaire • Jet Mulch Company • Netafim • siteOne landscape supply • west coast turf
Upcoming EVENTS
Follow this link for more information.
If you’d like to learn more about the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) and topics like water use efficiency, urban water use efficiency, Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and available programs please go to the California Department of Water Resources to learn more.
Water Conservation Coalition Seeking Applicants
Water Conservation Coalition is seeking applicants for the Monterey Bay Friendly Landscaping - Climate Victory Garden Grant program.
https://green-gardener.org/rebates/monterey-bay-friendly-landscaping-grants/
This was the same source of funding that made Vai Campbell's Memorial Garden possible. If CLCA has an idea for a community service project in 2022, this could be a good way to get some extra funding and community involvement. See flyer below:
Board Meeting Minutes
Central Coast Chapter CLCA Board Meeting on September 7, 2022
Present: Phil Dundas, Terri Baker, Ki Bowman, David Ventura, Bill Bruce, Scott Long
Call to Order
• Phil called the meeting to order at 12:05 PM. Meeting was at Seascape Golf Course
• Minutes approved for August.
Website/Newsletter
• Ki reported the website and the calendar is up to date..
Board Updates
• There was a vote via email to appoint Scott Long to the board. The board gave a unanimous decision to add Scott.
• Chapter Public Outreach—Chris was not there to give us an update.
• We still need one more C27 board member. The hunt is on.
• Phil and Regan are working on our chapter bylaws.
• Phil will reach out to Lois to get information on the board insurance.
Events Schedule
• Summer Gala “Beautification Awards Night”—Overall the event went really well. Parking turned out good. Some ideas that came from the event—invite companies that are not part of the CLCA, open a category for companies that are not part of CLCA.
• Liar’s Cup, Sept 15th. Matt will be running it.
• Monterey Mixer at Dust Bowl Brewery is set for Oct 13th.—Ki to come up with a flyer for the event. (Elise did the promo “flyer,” was a postcard) Terri said she would put flyers (postcards) in the Graniterock facilities and at Martin’s Irrigation.
• Holiday Party, looking at Dec 8th or 9th depending on what’s available.
Membership
• We got two new members this month.
• Bill will supply a partners corner for the event.
Education
• Battery Update—Bill Bruce will put on a session for all CLCA members at his facility. Date will be Wednesday, Oct 19th at 4:00PM.
Other Business
• We need a community event for 2022. Let’s get this done.
Meeting adjourned at 1:15 pm.