Have you ever wondered how bosses prepared and managed to get promoted to their positions? We have the answers and will provide training on “Preparing For Your Next Step In Your Career” at the February general membership meeting. Public Works Supervisor Jerry Moreno and Director of Public Works Sal Mendez will be on hand to speak on the topic “Preparing For Your Next Step In Your Career.” They will be on hand to share their experiences and for a Q&A session at the end of their presentation.
Our host for the February general meeting is MSA Director Marlin Munoz, with the City of La Mirada. The venue is the “Carriage Barn” in La Mirada Neff Historical Park. The venue address is 14300 San Cristobal Drive. You will want to mark your calendar for this valuable training and networking opportunity.
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CC AUTHORIZATION LINK
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This class has been canceled. Treasurer, Alfred Onate will refund registration fees to the original card holder, card. If you have any question, please contact Alfred Onate (562) 755-7283 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Our Chapter offers an 8-hour “Traffic Control Technician and Flagger Operations” training session. Attendee fees are $50 per current member and $75 per non-member.
The training date is January 24, 2023, and will be held at Mountain View Park, located at 12127 Elliott Ave, El Monte, CA, 91732.
- Morning registration begins at 7:00 a.m.
- Class begins at 7:30 a.m.
Joy Wirasatien with JCL Traffic Services is sponsoring the cost of the morning refreshments and lunchtime meal. Thank you Joy!
Instructor: Wende Wylie with “Wende Wyle Consulting”
Biography: Retired Fire Service Training Officer specializing in Rescue Practices and Emergency Response. Caltrans authorized trainer for Flagger and Traffic Control Technician.
Description: Flagger Operations: Requirements for Flagger and Setting up Traffic Control Zones in California per the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Proper methods of controlling all road users through a work zone; communication with other flaggers and the workzone; methods of dealing with hostile drivers, one flagger operations, pedestrian safety, ADA compliance, bicycle considerations, using the Typical Applications and the Work Area Traffic Control Handbook (Watchbook), PPE, special considerations, documentation, and any special requirements brought up in class.
We are pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for the annual "Clayton Trejo Scholarship Award Program." The original framers of this award developed the program to give financial aid to students or individuals who have already chosen their college career path to be in the Public Works field. We encourage you to download and complete the Program application and mail your completed application to Gerard Batista if you fit this description. The application deadline date is June 30, 2023.
Link to: PROGRAM APPLICATION
What are the benefits of being an MSA Member? This question is frequently asked by those employed by public agencies and vendor individuals. Our Chapter has devoted an entire web page that highlights these benefits. In addition, the MSA’s Executive Board has prepared a document that more thoroughly answers this question. Anyone interested in learning more about the benefits of being an MSA member is encouraged to follow the links below.
LINKS
Chapter Website
Executive Board Document
The new membership year for our Chapter began on July 1, 2022, and late fees are due as of October 1, 2022. Chapter President Gerard Batista has suspended the late through December 1st. We sincerely hope that you find value in being a member of the Los Angeles and Orange Area Chapter and will renew your membership before the new deadline date.
The membership late fee was reinstated effective December 2, 2022.
Please download the "Membership Application Form" from the links shown below.
The Word form can be completed on your computer. The handwritten form is a pdf file that you download and complete the old-fashioned way with a pen.
Links:
Application - MS Word Format (Complete this application on any computer)
Application - PDF Handwritten
If you are interested in becoming a new member of the Los Angeles and Orange Area Chapter, please complete the "Membership Application Form" (below) and submit it according to the instructions described on page two of the application.
For more information about membership with the MSA's Los Angeles and Orange Area Chapter, please visit the "Membership Benefits" section found in this link: Membership Benefits
Links:
Application - MS Word Format (Complete this application on any computer)
Application - PDF Handwritten
