The presentation will explore the Nebraska Construction Lien law, including perfection, filing and enforcement of construction liens. We will also discuss the importance of the Notice of Commencement and Construction Security agreement, and how they relate to construction liens. Finally, we will examine protected parties and the release, waiver and discharge of a construction lien.
Jennifer J. Strand is the President and General Counsel for Nebraska Title Company. Ms. Strand is a member of the Nebraska State Bar Association, International Council of Shopping Centers, and Omaha Chapter of Commercial Real Estate Women Network and a Fellow of Nebraska State Bar Foundation. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln; and her law degree from the University Of Nebraska College Of Law, J.D. Her experience in real estate includes representing commercial and residential developers in all phases of development including acquisition, construction, financing, leasing and sales.
Rank. Reach. Engage. Found – How to improve your online game plan
In the today’s digital age, businesses need to be found online: whether it’s being found on the first page of Google, reaching people on their mobile devices or engaging potential customers on social media. Come learn how to utilize social media to grow your digital footprint and potential reach. Jason and Ryan of Rep1st will help you understand the importance of a digital game plan, demystify social media and present strategies to leverage the internet for your business.
Cost:
Lunch – $10 per person
HBAL members have priority over non-members.
Call 402-423-4225 or email info@hbal.org to register.
Doyle Petersen is a soils engineer who has worked in the Lincoln office of Alfred Benesch & Company (formerly HWS Consulting Group, Inc.) for his entire career. Doyle has over 38 years of design and construction soils experience relating to foundations, embankments, pavements, airports, railroads, and highways. Doyle will be discussing and answering questions on various soils-related topics regarding residential construction including: swelling/heaving soils; compressible soils; foundation/underfloor drainage systems; effects of trees and vegetation on foundation/subgrade soils; proper placement of fill/backfill; mud jacking; slab curl; possible drying of soils because of underfloor radon systems; underfloor vapor barriers; helical anchors; and push piers.
Cost: Breakfast – $5 per person
Call 402-423-4225 or email info@hbal.org to register.
Join Steve Drzaic from the Nebraska Department of Revenue as he covers
Nebraska sales and use tax as it applies to construction contractors. You
will benefit from this course if you perform construction services or handle
bookkeeping for contractors. The presentation will cover licensing requirements,
contractor registration, contractor options, exemptions, reporting and taxable
services.
Cost: Lunch – $10 per person
Call 402-423-4225 or email info@hbal.org to register.
“Cyber Security 101: It All Starts With the User”, presented by Sirkdot, focuses
on the role we play in safeguarding ourselves and our clients from cyber threats.
The goal of this class is to provide education and encourage action. Learn about
steps you can take to prevent yourself from becoming a victim of the next cyber
crime. You will also learn about different types of malware and how to react if
your computer or network is compromised.
This event will be held in conjunction with the YBP Hard Hat Happy Hour!
Crystalline Silica Hazards Safety Training
Affected Employees: all employees exposed to respirable silica in construction work, except where employee exposure will remain below 25 μg/m3.
Course Topics:
• Engineering Control Measures-Table 1 Compliance Standard
• Monitoring, Testing & Medical Surveillance Requirements
• Action Level Requirements•Respiratory Protection Requirements standards and PPE
•Silica Exposure Control Plan and Company Program Template•Definitions, Scope & Application
•Housekeeping, Methods of Compliance
Cost: $40 for HBAL Members & their employees or $60 for Non-Members (Lunch Included)
RSVP to info@hbal.org by November 10. Class will be limited to the first 30 people, so please RSVP early!