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DepartmentsFrom the PresidentBruce StebbinsAs I take on my new role as PHCC Ohio president,I’d like to thank Rocco, Debbie, Mary, and Joycefor all the hard work involved in putting on agreat convention. Kalahari was a large venue to“tame”, but everything ran without a hitch. If I’m wrong, noone noticed because the team took care of it! I’d also like toexpress my gratitude to the vendors who took the time to makethe trade show a success. Lastly, a huge thanks to all our PHCCfamily who made it a priority to attend. As we all know, it’s notalways easy to get away from the business for many days. Mymotto for the last few years has been, “I refuse to participate inthe recession.” The large number of attendees gives me hopethat the economy is coming back around for many of us in theindustry.I really thought the paragraph above was enough sentimentsfor the magazine, but Rocco told me otherwise. I was informedthe president is expected to actually write an ARTICLE!!! So,I said to Rocco, “I’m just a plumber! I don’t think about thingspeople want to read! I think about running 30 feet of pipe 60feet in the air and not killing myself in the process! I thinkabout how I am going to keep all my guys working and theirfamilies fed? I think about keeping the company my grandpastarted 84 years ago in business!” Then it all came to me…In 1926 my grandpa, Cecil Stebbins, grew tired ofworking for his uncle. He set off on his own and startedStebbins Plumbing. Times grew hard around 1936 when theGreat Depression hit, so he put the business aside and took ajob for Inland Manufacturing, now known as Delphi. By 1946,the economy had improved and he, along with my grandmaMildred, were once again able to get Stebbins Plumbing up andrunning. By 1951, they were able to move the shop to WestCarrollton, and that’s where we’ve been ever since. StebbinsPlumbing actually joined the local Dayton PHCC chapter in1960.“Generation II,” as my family lovingly refers to thechildren of Cecil & Mildred, basically grew up in the plumbingbusiness. The sons, Don, Bob, & Joe began working for theirdad as young teenagers. The daughters, Janice & Arlene,worked in the office where they were eventually joined by thedaughters-in-law, Paulene & Eleanor. All this time, PHCC was6 OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR • Volume 2011, Issue 1a large part of Stebbins Plumbing & Heating. My uncle, JoeStebbins, was state president in 1999. His wife Deana was afaithful member of the Auxiliary as well. It was only naturalthat I, as well as cousin’s Gene, John, & Brian, would followin the great footsteps laid before us & become plumbers. Andeventually “Generation II” had paid their dues to the industry,& the torch was passed to me. In turn, my dream is for thiscompany to continue when my torch has burned out.I can’t help but think about the many other family owned &operated members we have in PHCC. Some of my best friendsin the business share my story – Waker Plumbing in Dayton,Joe Schmitt & Sons Plumbing & Heating in Englewood andNieman Plumbing, Inc in Cincinnati. The list goes on and onwith some slight variances for all, but the common denominatoris FAMILY. They have all experienced hardships & found waysto keep their heads above the toilet bowl (so to speak!).I consider the PHCC organization a family as well.Whether you’re a company with 90 years under your belt ora new company trying to learn the ropes, we take care of ourown. This is something I’ve tried to focus on during our recentmembership drive. I continue to grow my company thanksin part to many of the relationships I’ve made through thisorganization. I passionately believe we, as an organization,owe it to ourselves to continue growing. We must focus on theNEXT GENERATION—just as all the family businesses havedone through the years. We must not only teach them what weknow, but be open-minded enough to realize we do not knoweverything. There are always new & better opportunities to bepursued.I intend to bring fresh ideas to the table this year in order tobroaden our PHCC family. I plan to attend chapter meetings andconcentrate on finding ways to add to our local memberships. Iwill share what I know, and listen for things I can learn. Feelfree to contact me via e-mail if you would like to share thoughts,stebplumb@gmail.com. My true goal as your PHCC presidentis to insure the legacy of this organization as we pass the torchon to the next generation.Until next time please keep this thought in mind, “If I hadmy life to live over again, I’d be a plumber.” – Albert Einstein

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DepartmentsKeeping ScoreMichael Bohinc. CPAHow has your bottom line been lately? Is it trendingup or trending down? What about your materialcosts (copper, fixtures, etc.)? What about your fuelcosts? Health insurance premiums? I’m pretty surethat those items are trending up and putting significant pressureon your bottom line. There’s no question that we’ve beendealing with a challenging economy here in Ohio for the lastfew years. What is in question is where we are exactly in therecovery process? Based on what I’ve seen and heard, I believethat we’re just starting back up the hill of the roller coaster.When your costs are rising despite your best efforts tohold them in check, you must revisit and adjust your pricingaccordingly. Your ability to maintain your financial stability, letalone grow your business is jeopardized when you hold or evenreduce your pricing to your client base. Based on the currenteconomic climate, I think it’s an appropriate time to revisit thebasics of knowing the true costs associated with your businessand developing your pricing based on those costs.It’s important to remember a lot more than just the materialcost and actual labor time go into the price of a job. You haveto include the cost of employee benefits and payroll taxes, thecost of labor time that you can’t directly bill to the client and, ofcourse, the biggest item often forgotten, overhead.Overhead isn’t one item but a grouping of costs associatedwith operating a profitable business. Three of the biggestoverhead expenses that impact your break even cost areunbilled time, vehicle expenses (especially fuel) and owner’ssalary. Other overhead expenses include: rent, office salaries,insurance, utilities, equipment costs and, yes, even accountingfees.When I’m asked to review someone’s financial positionand pricing structure, invariably the biggest issue I find isthat they haven’t included ALL of the costs of their businessin the pricing of their services. It’s a shame that this is stillthe biggest issue in our industry when people like Frank Blauhave been preaching and teaching this topic for over 25 years.In the last decade, a number of companies and associationshave developed software programs that walk you through thisprocess.I want to take a moment to share one of those programswith you. Let me state upfront that I have no vested financialinterest in this program. I was asked and honored to contributeto its’ updating and I believe it’s a great program. The PHCCEducational Foundation has recently released an updated,enhanced version of the “PHCC Overhead & PricingCalculator.” This excel program is simple enough for a “noncomputer”person to use yet robust enough for the experiencedsoftware user.The program automates all of the steps involved incalculating the true cost of operating your business anddeveloping your pricing. The spreadsheets include: labor costs,overhead costs, break-even calculation, profitable sellingprice, budgets and target revenues & profit goals. The programincludes tutorials that help you use the worksheets and inputyour own information. It also comes with a printed guide withadditional instructions and examples you can follow.This program is a valuable tool for the “one-man” shop ora company with up to 50 field employees. The program costs$199 for PHCC members and $249 for non members. I promiseyou that you can recover the cost of the software in just a fewservice calls. Again, I have no financial interest in the software.It’s just the best I’ve seen for its’ price. For more information,to see demos of the software or to order the software, you cango to the PHCC website at www.phccweb.org.If you’d like to see a live seminar on the true cost ofoperating your business, I will be presenting it to the DaytonPHCC on June 14 th . I will also be doing the seminar at EdelmanPlumbing Supply in Bedford Heights on June 22 nd . Feel free tocontact me for additional information, if you have any questionsor to register for one of the programs.At the recent Ohio PHCC-ACCA convention in Sandusky,I was stunned and humbled to receive the Contractor ServiceAward from the Ohio PHCC. It is the association’s highesthonor and I’m very grateful for the award. I would like tothank some people who have contributed in shaping me into10 OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR • Volume 2011, Issue 1

the person I am today and for their friendship. Frank Blau,for speaking my language (financial) and leading the way inteaching contractors to be better business owners. Matt Michelfor your innovative thinking, educational yet entertainingspeaking and for your marketing guidance to a cluelessaccountant.Rich Willkomm for being an outstanding example ofwhat a true professional and gentleman means. Joe Schmittfor your selflessness and diligent work on behalf of the PHCCand the industry. You and your family are not friends. You’repart of our family. Finally, thanks to my family for their loveand support. Mom, thanks for your sense of humor and forbelieving in me when I didn’t believe in myself. Dad, thanksfor your encouragement, your work ethic and dedication tomaking things better for the industry even helping your directcompetitors. You have set the bar high.Michael A. Bohinc is a certified public accountant inCleveland, OH. He is also a licensed HVAC and plumbingcontractor in the State of Ohio. He is a Consult & CoachPartner for the Service Roundtable. He is also an associatemember of the PHCC of Ohio and ACCA of Ohio. He has 22years’ experience working on business management issuesin the HVAC and plumbing industries. He can be reached at:440/-708-2583, e-mail mbohinc@keepingscorecpa.com.Substance abusers are:q 10 times more likely to miss work* q 3.6 times more likely to be involved in on-the-job accidents*q 5 times more likely to injure themselves or another in the process* q 33% less productive*Protect your company from becoming part of these statistics!Federated offers a program with the tools and resources you need to help make your business one thatis drug- and alcohol-free. For more information, contact your local Federated representativeor call 1-800-533-0472.* American Council for Drug Education (Printed in EHS Today 10-6-2009)Copyright 2010 • Federated Mutual Insurance CompanyVolume 2011, Issue 1 • OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR 11

PHCC/ACCA Specialty Contractors4 th Annual Legislative DayMay 24, 2011For Members ONLY...Join fellow PHCC and ACCA members from across the state for Legislative Day 2011. We’ll bemeeting and bringing important issues affecting your business to state lawmakers. Before heading to theStatehouse, we will hold a briefing to prepare you for those meetings.Together, with strength in numbers, we’ll take our pro-business message to the State house. We can’t letuncertain economic conditions drag us down and keep us up at night. Instead, be strong enough to standup for our industry.SCHEDULE1:00 p.m. Issues BriefingAthletic Club of Columbus136 E. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 432153:00 p.m. Appointments at the Statehouse Senators and/or Reps (or staff)(Appointments will be made for you and you will be provided with information)5:00 p.m. Reception in the Statehouse Crypt7:00 p.m. AdjournREGISTRATIONM Yes! I want to help make our issues known in Columbus…and WILL ATTEND Legislative Day 2011!NameCompanyHome AddressHome Address Zip Code + 4FaxEmail addressOffice phone:Cell phone:Please Fax Completed Form To: 216-393-0095 Today!Volume 2011, Issue 1 • OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR 13

FEATUREOhio PHCC ContractorAward Winners2010 PHCC CONTRACTOR OF THE YEARHerman Bohinc2010 PHCC CONTRACTOR SERVICE AWARDMike BohincThe Contractor of the Year award is given to the individualcontractor member who has demonstrated over and over hiswillingness to serve his association, the industry, and hiscommunity with his time and talent.This year’s honoree, Herman Bohinc, Norhio Plumbing,exemplifies that description in many ways.Herman has worked full-time in the industry since 1958and has been a plumbing contractor since the early 1960s andhas held numerous leadership positions throughout his careerin the industry, including: Master Plumbers’ League President;PHCC of Ohio President and the Ohio Construction IndustryLicensing Board (OCILB), Plumbing Section.He is the only two-time winner of the Plumbers’ Leagueand in 1995 he was awarded the PHCC Ohio ContractorService Award…In 2001, he received the Contractor ServiceAward again for his tireless efforts on state licensing. He is theonly two-time winner of this distinguished award.If PHCC Ohio had a Hall of Fame, Herman Bohinc wouldsurely be one of the first inducted. Time and time again he hasbeen there for his family, his fellow members, his employeesand his industry…Not only has he won the Contractor Service Award twice,but now he becomes a two-time PHCC Contractor of the Year!14 OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR • Volume 2011, Issue 1The PHCC Contractor Service Award is given to the PHCCmember who has demonstrated his or her willingness to serve theassociation and membership with time and talent.Our winner, Michael Bohinc grew up in the PHC industry andlearned early on in his career that there are a bunch of wonderful,hard-working people in the PHC industry…the unfortunate thingis that these same hard-working people, as a group, are woefullyunderpaid and struggle for years to survive.In 1988, he went to work in his family’s plumbing businesshelping to create, develop and implement many current businessand marketing programs being utilized by the company and otherbusinesses.Mike is a CPA in the State of Ohio as well as a licensedHVAC and plumbing contractor in Ohio and is also a NotaryPublic. He has held leadership positions with PHCC ofNortheast Ohio, PHCC of Ohio, PHCC National, the GreaterCleveland ACCA, Contractors 2000 (now Nexstar), PlayhouseSquare Partners and the Indians Senior Baseball Make-A-WishTournament.He is an associate member of both PHCC and ACCAOhio and has presented his business and financial managementseminars to numerous industry groups around the country and hastirelessly worked with contractors across North America teachingthem to properly calculate their break even costs and selling price.(continued on page 16)

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2010 PHCC Manufacturer’s Rep of the YearDave Faustina2010 PHCC SUPPLIER OF THE YEARPickrel Bros.This award is given to the Manufacturers’ Representativewho has supported the PHCC Association, the industry as awhole, and our individual members.Dave Faustina is a fairly new representative for WolverineBrass, but his commitment and experience in the PHC industryhas been years in the making. Approximately 23 years ago hestarted working at The Plumbing Source in Solon, Ohio andwas the first employee hired by owner/brother, Greg Faustina.A career in plumbing seemed inevitable for Dave whenWolverine Brass was looking for a special individual torepresent and bring quality products and service to NortheastOhio. Wolverine Brass hired Dave and he has been diligentlyserving the area for the past 3 years.The members that nominated him stated, “He’s alwayslooking out for the contractor’s best interest…Being in theindustry before, he understands contractors needs and is veryattentive and knowledgeable.” Another went on to say, “Heand his company are very supportive of all PHCC events, henot only helps with his time, but he also supplies whatever isneeded to make the event a success…”The Supplier of the Year Award is given to a supplier orwholesaler who has been supportive of the industry and whoprovides assistance to our members.This year’s winner, Pickrel Bros., has demonstrated theirsupport through ongoing sponsorship of the Ohio Conventionand EXPO. Locally, they support and donate to many of DaytonPHCC’s social activities and events. They also attend all themonthly business meetings and provide speakers on newproducts.They are one of the Midwest’s leading providers of pipe,valves, fittings, plumbing supplies, heating and industrialsupplies.Their grandfather was an insulation contractor and boughtout the supply company from the owner in 1954…Our winners,4 brothers, then bought the company from their father. Thecompany currently has 50 employees and they have workedwith numerous plumbing contractors including: Schmitt,Stebbins, Waker and Ritter.One of the brothers, Jim Pickrel, said, “We would benothing without our plumbing contractors and we are grateful tohave their support, business and the relationships that exist…”16 OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR • Volume 2011, Issue 1

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FEATURE2011 ACCA / PHCC OhioConventionRecap18 OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR • Volume 2011, Issue 1

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PUCO RescindsAdministrative RulesApplying to PrivateCommercial MotorCarriersThe Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO)rescinded administrative rules applying to privatecommercial motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight(GVW) between 10,001 and 26,000 pounds operating inintrastate commerce.“The PUCO has received feedback from numerous interestedparties, including lawmakers and industry members, that theserules deserve additional review,” said PUCO Chairman Todd A.Snitchler. “It is important for the PUCO to operate at the speedof business and implement regulations that promote safetywhile at the same time allow businesses to compete and operateefficiently. Today’s decision is a step in that direction.”In 2008, the Commission approved amendments to Ohio’smotor carrier safety rules that applied PUCO jurisdiction toprivate commercial motor vehicles with a GVW between10,001 and 26,000 pounds that transport property or passengerson a not-for-hire basis within Ohio. The Commission laterdelayed active enforcement of the rules until 2012 while itconducted an outreach program to further educate affectedcarriers.Detroit Radiant Products CompanyENERGY SAVINGGAS-FIRED INFRA-RED HEATERSThe PUCO hosted a series of listening sessions across Ohiothis winter to gather input from affected carriers about theoperational and financial costs of compliance with the rules.Based on feedback from interested parties, the Commissionfinds it prudent to rescind the rules while changes to the rulesare considered. As a result, roadside educational stops for theseaffected carriers will no longer take place.The Commission directed PUCO staff to file a report within 90days containing an analysis and recommendations for possiblefuture rule amendments. In preparing the report, staff will takeinto account Gov. John Kasich’s Executive Order 2011-01K“Establishing the Common Sense Initiative,” which accountsfor the impact a rule has on small businesses.• Low intensity / high intensity models.• Two-stage / single-stage operation.• Vented / unvented units.• Industrial / commercial applications.• Residential garages.• Engineered vacuum systems.• Stainless steel upgrades available.• Easy installation - slip-fit tubes.• Design assistance.Detroit Radiant Products Co. manufactures the most diverse lineof high and low intensity radiant heaters available. High qualitymaterials and superior construction features ensure years of reliableand efficient operation.Factory Representative:Boyd Lofgren & Company601 Hanford DriveHighland Heights, Ohio 44143Voice: 440-442-0080 Fax: 440-442-2930www.boydlofgren.com22 OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR • Volume 2011, Issue 1

2010-2011PHCC Ohio Annual ReportPRESIDENTS REPORT- Dennis SchlekieAs I recall the past year starting with our Convention atthe Hilton Easton (Today’s Puzzle…Tomorrows Solution)and ending with our convention at the first time ever KalahariResort, I will try to put the pieces of the puzzle together for allto review. PHCC is constantly working on your behalf to findtomorrows solution and tame the contracting jungle.The past year was extremely successful with our transitionto a new executive director. Rocco Fana has kept the drive of theassociation going with new and better technology, an enhancedwebsite with more information, communicating to all chapters,as well as visiting every chapter personally to get to know everymember. With Rocco’s initiative, we are now embarking on ourfirst ever statewide membership drive. Dates are set for March16 and 17. Our staff, Rocco, Debbie and Mary, has kept stabilityalong with changes. We are blessed to have all three.Over 25 members from both PHCC and ACCA attendedLegislative Day at the Statehouse on May 18 th . The issuesexpressed to our legislators were residential licensing, reducedworkers compensation premiums, reform of the dig lawand utility competition. Sen. Steve Buehrer, who initiallysponsored the residential licensing bill, is now the director ofthe Ohio BWC. Palmer McNeal and Kitty Zwissler, our toptwolobbyists, have spoken with Sen. Jim Hughes to possiblyre-introduce the bill again this year. The good news is that thebill is written and does not have to be re-written. Our objectivetoday is to keep pushing very strongly to get this bill passed. Itis has come to our attention that media outlets, as well as somemunicipalities are taking the stance that residential plumbingneeds no licensing. This is very wrong, so I believe residentiallicensing must be our #1 priority.In regards to utility competition, our media blitz was asuccess. After almost a year of press releases and newsletters,we received the attention of former PUCO chairman AlanSchriber and media relations contact Shana Eisenstein. Ourposition was broadcast over 25 radio stations across Ohio andincluded responses by the PUCO. It was our goal to get theirattention. Now that we have it, we must pursue negotiating toget some of our lost work back as well as to keep the utilitiesout of our industry.PHCC Ohio chapters took the lead to host classes to certifycontractors in the Lead Safe Renovation, Repair, and PaintingRule. PHCC National was also involved with getting thedeadline extended to comply from April 23, 2010 to October1st, 2010.For the second year in a row, the PHCC Ohio met withthe leadership from the Mechanical Contractors Association.Discussion centered on what is best for our industry and whatplan is needed to proceed to fight for the betterment of ourindustry.The PHCC National Convention was a great success. Idon’t have the exact numbers of how many attended from Ohio,but I saw a lot of familiar faces. The facilities at the Paris Hotelin Las Vegas were first class, networking was phenomenal andthe seminars and Expo taught us how to save and make moneyin our businesses by just being a member of PHCC.I would like to recognize and congratulate Joe Schlueter asour new PHCC National Zone 1 Director. Joe replaced VinceMarzulli last fall.The PUCO motor carrier rules regarding service vehiclesweighing more than 10,000 pounds, PHCC Ohio wasinstrumental in getting these regulations pushed back untilJanuary 1, 2012.Just around the corner is National Legislative Day inWashington, DC. From past experience, I encourage anyonewho has the time, to attend. To be able to meet face-to-face withour Congressional reps, Senators and their aides to discuss ourissues is priceless. Anything and everything accomplished todayis because of relationship building.In closing I would like to thank everyone who helpedmake my past year as your president very rewarding. You knowwho you are and I thank you. I would especially like to thankRocco Fana who encouraged me every step of the way and didit graciously. To have the opportunity to visit every chapter andexperience the little differences that make each chapter uniquewas very gratifying. I hope everyone will enjoy this year’sConvention at Kalahari. I’m excited about what the future holdsfor PHCC and our industry. I welcome and congratulate BruceStebbins on being the new President of PHCC Ohio and ask allour members to become active, participate and give of your timeand talent to Bruce and all the PHCC. I learned you truly getback what you put in.Thank you for the honor of serving - Dennis M. SchlekieNATIONAL 1 ZONE DIRECTOR- Joe SchlueterThe PHCC National Board of Directors met inPhiladelphia, PA on January 27 and 28, 2011.Board members participated in a full-day strategic planningsession to begin developing a long-range plan that will setthe direction for the Association over the next three to fiveyears. The Board identified a number of goals and objectivesit believes will position PHCC as both the recognized leader inthe industry and the ‘go to’ business resource for plumbing andHVACR contractors.Volume 2011, Issue 1 • OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR 23

Membership- Work is already in progress to make 2011 a yearfor engagement with PHCC National, its affiliated chapters andits members, and to communicate a concise, clear and unifiedmessage about the value proposition PHCC offers its membersand the industry. The focus is a collaborative effort to providetimely and relevant programs and services that will stimulatemember participation and growth throughout the Federation.Communications- 2011 will be a year for change in the wayPHCC national communicates with members, non-membersand the PHC industry. We will engage members on a new level,encouraging them to communicate with us and interact witheach other. The intent is for members to perceive PHCC as avaluable business partner they can count on.Government Relations- PHCC National will continue tostrengthen its voice on Capitol Hill and engage members inthe legislative process. This year’s Legislative Conference andvisits to Capitol Hill is scheduled for May 11-12. Additionally,we will assist members in developing constituent relationshipswith representatives in their districts.Technical/Codes- The Technical & Code Services Departmentand committees are focused on developing strategies thattake advantage of opportunities in emerging markets andtechnologies to create new services and education programs,assist in solving challenges from reduced consumptions, andexplore the feasibility of creating a Certified Water AuditorProgram.CONVENTION COMMITTEE- Bruce Stebbins, Co-ChairThe Annual Convention and Trade Show are being heldin Sandusky at the Kalahari Resorts March 8-11. Our theme,Taming the Contracting Jungle.I’d like to thank my co-chairman Jim Ellia with ACCA,the entire Committee and the staff for another great job thisyear! The Committee met several times throughout the yearand there have been a lot of people working hard behind thescenes to make this another successful event! We’ve broughtin new speakers and topics for the seminars, we’ve updated theformat, and our EXPO includes 80 plus exhibitors. We thinkthis year’s convention will meet and exceed your educationaland networking needs. Make sure to share ideas and mostimportant…have fun!LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE- Liana Driscoll, ChairmanPalmer McNeal & Kitty Zwissler, Legislative ConsultantsOur Voice was heard in Columbus! More than 25 contractorsparticipated in this year’s Legislative Day at the Statehouse inColumbus on May 18. Similar to 2009, Legislative Day was aone-day event with an issues briefing to kick-off the event andfinished with a reception at the Statehouse Crypt in the evening.Together, members took their leadership in the PHC industry aswell as their pro-business message to the Statehouse.BWC Group Rating- PHCC voiced their opinion to preservethe BWC Group Rating program. After the BWC Board votedto reduce the maximum credibility to 65% with a break evenfactor essentially taking it down to 51%, ACCA memberscontacted members of the Senate Insurance, Commerceand Labor Committee in support of a senate bill that wouldsuspend additional changes to BWC premiums paid by workerscompensation group participants.EPA Lead Safe Repair Renovation Rules- PHCC Ohio andPHCC National tracked progress of new regulations adoptedby the US EPA, effective in April 2010, which requires that allcontractors who perform renovation, repair and painting projectsthat disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities, andschools built before 1978 must be certified by the EPA and mustfollow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination.We maintained contact with legislators to work onthe potential for a state administered program allowingenforcement, fee collection and the development of standards atthe state level.PUCO Chairman Schriber Retired- Public UtilitiesCommission of Ohio Chairman Alan Schriber retired at the endof 2010. Schriber led the PUCO for nearly 12 years. He was firstappointed to serve as a PUCO commissioner by Gov. Celestefrom 1983 to 1989. He was appointed chairman by Gov. Taft in1999 and reappointed by Taft in 2004. He was also reappointedby Gov. Strickland in 2007 and 2009.OUPS Legislation- The introduction of the OUPS bill resultedin legislation intended to improve the call before you dignotification system as a means of preventing or minimizingdamage to subsurface facilities as a result of excavationsoccurring in Ohio. OGS and PHCC worked closely with thesponsor throughout the year. The bill had very few committeehearings in the Senate in 2010.SB 289 Contractor Licensing- In early August 2010 SB 289,Contractor Licensing, was introduced by Sen. Buehrer. The billwill license residential heating, ventilating, and air conditioningcontractors, refrigeration contractors, electrical contractors,plumbing contractors, and hydronics contractors and to makechanges to the law regulating those contractors.With the current administration and new senate and houseof representative, we will be dealing with several challengeswith this bill. Those in the majority are telling us that anyrequirement of an additional license or permit is viewed ashaving an “adverse impact on business.” The governor isthinking that as well - he mentioned it numerous times duringhis State of the State address, “no more regulations…no morethings that inhibit businesses from remaining, expanding inOhio or relocating to Ohio.”Sen. Buehrer had forewarned us about the current “lessgovernment” climate strongly existing in the senate, houseand governor’s office. OSG is in contract with the Legislative24 OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR • Volume 2011, Issue 1

Director for the governor, to brief him and get a sense of wherethey would be on this bill.As information is available, PHCC will pass it along to ourmembership.Plumbing Journeyman Licensing: We continue to look for abill to be introduced while urging legislators to pass residentiallicensing prior to journeyman licensing.PUCO Motor Carrier Rules Delayed- The Public UtilitiesCommission of Ohio (PUCO) delayed active enforcementof the rules for private commercial motor vehicles with agross vehicle weight between 10,001 and 26,000 pounds inintrastate commerce. Safety violations cited against driverswill not be assessed a civil forfeiture until Jan. 1, 2012. OGScontacted Rep. Cheryl Grossman (R-Grove City) on herpotential legislation to counter new rules for commercial motorvehicles and continues to be closely involved in interested partydiscussions with the PUCO. More detailed information on therules is available at the PUCO site. www.puco.ohio.govHome Improvement Tax Credit (HB 286)- Many bills thisyear were introduced that may have harmed our industry, but afew helped. PHCC was following this bill to exempt from realproperty taxation home improvements greater than $5,000 forfive years. This bill will have a positive effect on both the newresidential and remodeling construction market.The committee continues to monitor and act when calledupon by our lobbyists.CODES COMMITTEE- Ron Schmitt, ChairmanResidential Sprinklers Removed From Code- The ResidentialConstruction Advisory Committee (RCAC) took action inNovember to remove the mandatory sprinkler provision in the2009 Residential Code of Ohio. They then went on to adoptlanguage proposed by fire officials out of the 2012 InternationalResidential Code as an alternative to sprinklers.According to the fire officials’ testimony, their mainconcern was the engineered joist systems and the time relatedto burn through on these components. Basically, under newlanguage, all residential structures using engineered floorsystems and dimensional lumber less than a 2 x 10 will requirea drywall separation from the floor above. After discussion, thecommittee voted unanimously to include the provision.At its first meeting of 2011, the RCAC elected a newChairman and Vice-Chairman of the Committee. We’re toldthat the code will be ready in September of this year. There aresome changes that will affect the PHC industry. They have beenprovided in a separate handout.The 2011 NEC is available through NFPA, but the RCAChas not yet seen the total package. The presentation givenby members of the International Association of ElectricalInspectors (IAEI) only focused on some substantial changes inthe code. PHCC will continue to monitor the progress of the2011 NEC and ensure it goes through the proper review process.MEMBERSHIP- Jim Haberek, ChairmanWe continued to promote a “Benefit of the Month,” whichincluded: Ohio Convention, Legislative and Regulatory Efforts,Speedway, License Bond Program, Workers Comp GroupProgram, Networking at Convention and Legislative Day.PHCC Members/Volunteers also participated in the FamousSupply Expo Sept 14-15, 2010 to promote PHCC and recruitnew members.Along with ACCA Ohio, and our 7 Chapters: Akron,Central Ohio, Cincinnati, Dayton, Eastern Ohio, NortheastOhio and Stark County, will be participating in our first everDIRECTDrive Membership Drive.50+ members from PHCC and ACCA participated ina 6-hour training session in Columbus on Jan 26. TrainingDay gave us everything we needed to insure a successfulDIRECTDrive and PHCC members took away tools, ideas andstrategies to use in their businesses. Members earned 1-hourCEU in business toward their licenses.The Drive is set for March 16 and 17 with a kick-offparty on March 15. Members will be calling contractors andassociates they know that should belong to PHCC. Around 5:30pm on the second day of the Drive there will be a short wrap-upparty to celebrate our success.If you know a contractor or associate that should be amember of PHCC, contact your local chapter with the info orplan on participating March 16 and 17!UTILITY COMPETITION- Jim Thornton, ChairmanThe Utility Competition Committee remained busy overthe past year with a Media Campaign designed to educateelected officials, consumers and members. The highlight of thecampaign came toward the end of the year when PHCC OhioPresident, Dennis Schlekie, and Executive Director, RoccoFana, were interviewed on NPR (over 26 stations carried theinterview). Various press releases and newsletters were sentout and it was one of the top issues discussed at this year’sLegislative Day.We also filed a complaint with the Federal TradeCommission on Utility Issues and have put together a “FactSheet for Fair Gas Utility Competition.”Planned events include contacting the State AttorneyGeneral’s Office on Utility Competition Issues along withsetting up a meeting.IMAGE - Rob Fetz, ChairmanPromoting PHCC and the professionalism of our membersto consumers remained a priority in 2010.We held combined conference calls with the MembershipCommittee and established various goals that we’ve worked onduring the year. Our goals included:Use materials already available to PHCC- PHCC logos andbrochures are available to all members. 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Website- Consumer tips section is in the planning stagesand should be on-line soon. We’ll be emphasizing using aprofessional, licensed, insured, PHCC member and offer varioustips on selecting and working with a PHC professional.Facebook Page: PHCC Ohio now has an official FacebookPage. Another resource to provide information and updates toour members. Please follow us!PHCC Truck of the Month- in order to promote PHCC, we’reasking members that are displaying the logo on their servicevehicles to submit a photo with company info that will be placeon the home page of our website. To date, Schlueter Plumbing(Jan), Joe Schmitt and Sons (Feb) and Approved Plumbing(Mar) have been featured.TREASURER’S REPORT- Greg Faustina, TreasurerThe goal of the Treasurer, with the help of the executivecommittee, board and executive director, are to enhance theincome of the organization while concurrently minimizingexpenses. The year ended with a deficit with the economy stillhaving its effect. State-sponsored education was reduced, CDinterest rates were down, Bond Program revenues were downalong with royalties and investments. A full report is available tomembers upon request.Preliminary Year End ReviewStatements of Revenue & ExpensesDecember 31, 2010 and 2009REVENUES 2010 2009Dues $154,474 $141,130Ohio Convention $ 10,000 $ 12,500Seminars/Member Srvs $ 24,294 $ 31,151Bond Program $ 61,369 $ 80,103Interest & Dividends $ 1,224 $ 6,900Investment Inc $ 23,904 $ 46,299Workers’ Comp Program $ 25,392 $ 18,242Royalties $ 19,091 $ 24,575Other $ 2,725 $ 5,697TOTAL REVENUE $322,473 $366,597EXPENSESAdministrative Expenses $132,074 $160,635Program Expenses $109,454 $127,118National Dues $ 91,548 $ 91,035TOTAL EXPENSES $333,075 $378,788INCOME Before Federal Income Tax ($10,602) ($12,191)FUND BALANCEEnd of Year $261,658 $272,260INVESTMENT COMMITTEE - Paul Swan, ChairmanThe Investment Committee and Board met with PeterDrake, Investment Advisor, over the past year to review ourholdings, and assess the future outlook. Given the continuationwith the economy, our portfolio has done as well as can beexpected.The Committee has not changed our basic policy ofmaintaining a prudent level of risk with our reserves. Whilenever satisfied with our gains compared to levels that havebeen achieved by some other more aggressive portfolios, ourconservative approach provided a positive level of return in2010. The Committee will make adjustments with the approvalof the Board of Directors and will continue to monitor ourholdings, and make further adjustments as time goes on.CHAPTER NEWSZONE 2- DAYTON PHCC- Ron Schmitt, Director16 Contractor Members /5 Associate Members3 Retired / 2 Inspectors (advisory members)Membership Efforts: We host an annual Products Show thatattracts prospective members. We also invite area contractors tothe event and recruit from this event.Member Recognition: Don Voight was recognized for hisefforts on the conjoined-twins home project.Education: We continue to make it our goal to provide at least10 CEU credits per year for members. One of our best attendedmeetings was a presentation by the Ohio State Highway Patrolon the upcoming PUCO motor carrier rules.Special Events/Community Service: Held our 5th AnnualProducts Show. Provided a kitchen and bath remodel forworld’s oldest conjoined twins. The project was featured on theTLC cable channel with some of our members appearing on theshow.Issues: Concerned about the PUCO motor carrier rules.ZONE 3- Cincinnati MPA- Brian Nieman, Director89 Contractor Members / 38 Associate MembersMembership Efforts: Continue to work with Associatemembers to recruit new members. The Chapter is offering $100for every new contractor member recruited.Member Recognition: Jim Siler, Wolverine Brass was awardedthe Herbert J. Vonderheide Award for service to the PHCindustry in Cincinnati.Education: Marty Grunder spoke in April on “How to Leadin Lean Times,” and Robert Stinton spoke in May on “SalesStrategies.”26 OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR • Volume 2011, Issue 1

Special Events/Community Service: Annual Expo was heldin September with great success and the chapter has starteda “Helping Hands” fund to help members or employees ofmembers who suffer a loss or injury.Issues: Our apprenticeship program and membership.ZONE 5- CENTRAL OHIO PHCC- Rob Fetz, Director20 Contractor Members / 8 Associate MembersMembership Efforts: Continue to work with supply houses andother vendors to help recruit new members. Have been using theBenefit of the Month at each meeting to promote benefits.Member Recognition: Darrell Wolfe, President; RodgerSweitzer, Vice President; Mike Lauber, Sec/Treas; and TerryTrimmer, State Zone Director.Education: Speakers included: Kelly Denk, Frank Gates;Carol Ross, OCILB; Jim Noland, Sloan; Rick Moeller, Cityof Columbus; Dave Murman, Great Lake Sales; Ralph Reeb,Plumbing Division; Lisa Kennedy, BWC; Larry Caito & BITTeam, City of Columbus; Cheryl Roahrig, City of Columbus;and Lillian Lancaster, PUCO Truck Rules.Special Events/Community Service: Held our Annual Expo inDecember.Issues: Recruiting of new members.ZONE 7- AKRON PHCC- Tom Shuman, Director20 Contractor Members / 6 Associate MembersMembership Efforts: We emphasize face to face recruitmentwith fellow contractors and are working with Wholesalers tooffer a dues incentive program based on a % of sales throughoutthe year that would go towards membership fees.Member Recognition: We highlight a member at each meetinginviting them to share something about their company and thebenefits of PHCC.ZONE 6- NE OHIO MASTER PHCC- Jim Haberek, Director29 Contractor Members / 13 Associate MembersMembership Efforts: We highlight benefits of PHCC eachmonth at our chapter meetings and our speakers each month areoften recommended by our members to help with their business.Member Recognition: We now have a different member, ateach monthly meeting, tell a little about themselves and theirbusiness.Special Events /Community Service: In Sept, the NortheastOhio Master PHCC conducted water audits and minor repairsfor 80 low-income seniors and disabled adult homeowners.This was the third year of Heat & Plumb Cuyahoga County inpartnership with ACCA Cleveland.Issues: To get better organized and communicate more withour members. We send emails in between our newsletters andare answering member’s questions about responsibilities andprocedures of board members on the local and state levels.ZONE 8- PHCC OF EASTERN OHIO-9 Contractor Members / 5 Associate MembersMembership Efforts: We continue to recruit local plumberswith invitations to meetings and follow up visits. Our chapterwill be participating in Membership Drive with Akron and StarkCounty.Issues: Utilities involved with plumbing work continues to be amajor concern.ZONE 9- STARK ASSOCIATION- Rick Seifert, Director14 Contractor Members / 5 Associate MembersMembership Efforts: We continue promoting membershipand reinforcing the choice to be a member. Our chapter will beparticipating in membership drive.Membership Recognition: Member spotlight appears inmonthly newsletter.Our new officers for 2011 are: President, Tim Frecka, FreckaPlumbing; Treasurer, Chris Lee, C. Lee Plumbing Services;Trustees, Mike Musci, Advanced Plumbing; Jay Haas, HaasPlumbing; State Trustee, Tom Shuman, Shuman, Inc.; and Alt.State Trustee, Chris Lee.Education: Oatey Plant Tour was well attended and a greatmeeting.Special Events/Community Service: Christmas party / fundraiser to benefit the USO to support our Armed Forces.Issues: Fund raising and involvement in the organization by themembers.Volume 2011, Issue 1 • OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR 27

DepartmentsWelcome New PHCC Members!Congratulations to PHCC members on a successful and innovative membership drive, which broughtin 18 new PHCC members! PHCC members and staff worked with the Oliver Group to hold our firstDIRECTDrive Membership Drive March 16 and 17. The two-day team-based effort was an intense,competitive and fun process. The Oliver Group trained PHCC members on the “ins and outs” ofmembership recruiting and marketing 101 during a six-hour training day in January. PHCC Teamsworked in 2-hour shifts over the two day drive to call and recruit new members.Jim Pepera, Pepera Plumbing7318 Glenwillow PlaceSolon, OH 44139216.789.8843peperaplumbing@yahoo.comRon Grendzinski, Grendzinski Plumbing7062 Ashlawn DrBrecksville, OH 44141440.526.8940grendzinski@att.netBen Yoder, Yoder Plumbing9458 Cherokee TrailStreetsboro, OH 44241330.626.3472yoderplumbing@att.netTony Caruso, A.C. Plbg, Htg & Mech24719 Duffield RdBeachwood, OH 44122216.831.1719leaknot@aol.comMatt Pompeii, Pompeii’s Plbg & Htg33751 Lear Industrial PkwyAvon, OH 44012440.937.6006matt@pompeiis.comJim Esser, Dick Esser Plbg & Htg1138 Lexington AveLorain, OH 44052440.246.5594esser3@hotmail.comNortheast Ohio Master PHCCContractor MembersSteve Polien, Polien Plumbing17164 Northbrook TrailBainbridge, OH 44023216.381.5554Clarence McDermott, C & S Plumbing6032 State RdParma Hts, OH 44134440.886.3949Steve Smylie, Smylie One8323 Mayfield RdChesterland, OH 44026440.729.7107sssmy1@sbcglobal.netJerry Payner, Litt‘s Plumbing6510 Pearl RdParma Hts, OH 44130440.884.4600jpayner1@yahoo.comJim McDermott, Action Plumbing150 E Sprague RdBroadview Hts, OH 44147440.223.4676Bob McHugh, McHugh’s Plumbing8018 Wilson Mills RdChesterland, OH 44026440.729.9777bobmchugh390@roadrunner.comSpecial thanks to ourPHCC Ohio Incentive ProvidersMike Bohinc, Keeping Score, IncLiz Hersh, Hersh Public RelationsSteve Coscia, Coscia CommunicationsGeorge Grozan, Productive, IncDavid Keister, Minerva Date CenterGerry Engelhart, Porath PrintsourceLawrence Snow, PHCC Quality Service ContractorsCrown Heating and CoolingStark County PHCCContractor MemberRaymond Bongini, New Philly Plumbing1619 Steele Hill Rd NWNew Philadelphia, OH 44663330.343.4211newphillyplumbing@live.comStark County PHCCAssociate MembersMatt Bachtel, Bachtel Excavating1188 Concord Hill Cr NWMassillon, OH 44646330.832.4300bachtelexe@sssnet.comRob Robart, American Marble Industries2700 Atlantic Blvd NECanton, OH 44705330.453.8437susank@amitops.comMark Cocklia, Cocklia Plbg & Trenching966 Mt. PleasantClinton, OH 44216330.854.9490trencherman57@yahoo.comLance Wilcox, Rapid Response RestorationPO Box 36022Canton, OH 44735330.9495.6453lance@mrrapid.comDan Krueger, Firestop Specialty25935 Detroit Rd, # 149Westlake, OH 44145216.346.5867dan@sbcglobal.net28 OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR • Volume 2011, Issue 1

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DepartmentsPHCC of Ohio2011 - 2012 Officers & BoardPHCC of Ohio20040 Carolyn AveRocky River, OH 44116800-686-PHCC [7422]Fax: 216-393-0095www.phccohio.orgOfficersPresidentBruce StebbinsStebbins Plumbing & Heating937-859-4534Fax: 937-859-5441621 E Dixie DriveWest Carrollton, OH 45449stebplumb@gmail.comPresident-ElectGreg EisenhartSanford Plumbing & Supply330-386-5191Fax: 330-386-54701725 Pennsylvania AveEast Liverpool, OH 43920plumber@spii.netPast Presidents Advisory CommitteeGreg FaustinaThe Plumbing Source216-365-0600Fax: 216-365-01665042 CorbinBedford Heights, OH 44128greg@plumbingsource.netJim ThorntonThornton & Son330-793-9768Fax: 793-59141005 N. Meridian RoadYoungstown, OH 44509thorntonphc@aol.comDave KeisterKeister Plumbing & Heating330-895-4256Fax: 330-895-47911215 Aurora RoadMinerva, OH 44657dkeister@plbgweb.netVice-PresidentRob FetzFetz Plumbing-Heating & A/C937-652-1136Fax: 937-652-0015PO Box 516Urbana, OH 43078rftz@iapdatacom.netTreasurerDennis SchlekieApproved Plumbing440-526-2905Fax: 440-526-7698770 Ken Mar Industrial PkwyBroadview Heights, OH 44147Dennis@approvedplumbing.comStaffZone 2Ronald SchmittJoe Schmitt & Sons Plumbing& Heating937-836-3086Fax: 937-832-1827500 Atla Ave; PO Box 237Englewood, OH 45322schmitt.ronald@gmail.comZone 3Brian NiemanNieman Plumbing, Inc.513-851-5588Fax: 513-851-91042030 Stapleton CtCincinnati, OH 45240brian@niemanplumbing.comTrusteesZone 7Tom ShumanShuman, Inc.330-688-2322Fax: 330-688-315128 Castle DrMunroe Falls, OH 44262tjshuman7@gmail.comZone 9Rick SeifertD & A Plumbing & Heating330-449-8733Fax: 330-499-874711197 Cleveland Ave NWUniontown, OH 44685ricks@crowngroupohio.comRocco Fana, Jr.Executive DirectorDebbie TittlExecutive AssistantZone 5Terry TrimmerThe Waterworks614-253-7246550 Schrock RoadColumbus, OH 43229ttrimmer@thewaterworks.comMary WilliamsAdministrative AssistantZone 6Jim HaberekHaberek Plumbing & Heating216-433-7774Fax: 216-433-77765330 Smith RoadBrookpark, OH 44142office@haberek.com30 OHIO PHC CONTRACTOR • Volume 2011, Issue 1

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