CSA FISHING TRIP 2015
CSA FISHING TRIP 2015
With the 13th Annual Fishing Trip behind us, I would like to share what you missed for those who did not attend – This year was completely different than our previous ones, due to the warmer waters.
We left the dock at 5:15am and I informed the anglers on board that we were not going to Catalina and I could hear the cheers from everyone. It was only a one hour ride to our first location and a few yellowfin were caught. We spent the remainder of the day traveling to different locations and by the end of the day, there were nine yellowfin – 25 to 35 pounds each – and two Dorado. The winner of the jackpot was Andrew Russell with YESCO!
This was an exciting trip with lots of adrenaline flowing!
Hope to see everyone next year!
Gary Quiel
BREAKING: US Supreme Court Ruling is Good News for Sign Industry
US Supreme Court Rules Against City in Church Sign Case
“Far reaching decision will affect sign codes throughout the country.” ~ Jeff Aran, The Sign Lawyer
In Reed v. Town of Gilbert, the Good News Community Church was cited for exceeding the time limits for displaying temporary directional signs and failing to include an event date on the signs. Their website includes this friendly message, “On the south side of Elliot, Just west of Gilbert Road. Signs will direct you to the room where we meet.”
Reversing the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals in a much anticipated decision, the US Supreme Court ruled June 17 that the city of Gilbert, AZ sign code was an unconstitutional restriction on speech. The court held, among many other points, that the code is an example of content-based discrimination, which “singles out specific subject matter for differential treatment, even if it does not target viewpoints within that subject matter.” The court also ruled that a code which is content-based on its face is nonetheless subject to “strict scrutiny” analysis, regardless of the government’s motive, content-neutral justification, or lack of disagreement with the ideas contained in the regulated speech.
As a result, sign codes which include provisions favoring certain messages based on who is “speaking” will be subject to constitutional attack. CSA will provide a full analysis shortly.
Complete decision: http://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/14pdf/13-502_9olb.pdf
To review the Signage Foundation assessment by Professor Alan Weinstein, “Drafting and Enforcing Sign Codes after Reed v Town of Gilbert,” click here —
Signage Research Review (PDF)
Sign Manufacturing Day October 2, 2015
Sign Manufacturing Day is a wonderful way to share the many exciting and diverse job opportunities that exist within our industry as well as showcase the importance of manufacturing to the US economy. Last year several participating companies were asked about jobs, internships and job-shadowing possibilities. Sign Manufacturing Day, held this year on Friday, October 2, is a way to engage students and teachers in the sign and visual communications industry, build awareness of the jobs and careers that are available within our industry and showcase the importance of manufacturing to the US economy. Nearly two dozen companies have already signed up, including two CSA member companies, Federal Heath and Signtech.
Sand, Sun, Summit and CSA
Hot Stuff! Mark August 27th on your calendars now. The Sign Industry Summit and CSA’s Annual Meeting will fill the day, from trade show and auction, to dinner and awards. This is the place to be if you are a part of California’s sign industry! Registration opens soon, but already, the table top and sponsor opportunities are going like, you guessed it, hot cakes! Want to sponsor? Start here!
Our venue is The Wyndham Hotel, Bayside! It is unsurpassed among downtown hotels in San Diego, located moments away from Little Italy, San Diego Cruise Ship Terminal, and San Diego Convention Center. With breathtaking views, this hotel provides a peaceful escape from the vibrant city outside. Your stay at the Wyndham San Diego Bayside Hotel is sure to be a truly memorable experience!
April 2015 Board Meeting Recap
The California Sign Association held a meeting of the Board of Directors on Friday, April 10th in Las Vegas, NV, in conjunction with the ISA Expo. 
With generous attendance, business moved rapidly during the three-hour meeting. Some outcomes included a review of healthy financial statements; regulatory and local code highlights from legal counsel, Jeff Aran; discussion of record growth in CSA membership over the past 12 months; and a new participant in the Membership Pays program, Altec Industries, who joins Sherwin Williams and RNS Channel Letters with substantive savings and product incentives for CSA members only.
Food, Flying A, and Firestone!
Reiff’s Antique Gas Station Museum Dinner Meeting
It is a no wonder that CSA members traveled from all directions to attend the dinner meeting and program March 26th in Woodland, CA. All twenty four people in attendance just loved the experience of visiting Reiff’s, as did the CSA group that visited the museum last year. To think that this endeavor didn’t start until fifteen years ago, the collection of old signs and 1950’s memorabilia assembled so far, is just amazing.
Golf in Vegas 2015!
Western States Sign Council – Great Golf Ball Drop
Sponsored by Elliott Equipment Company
Who: Everyone! You do not need to be present to win!
When: April 8, 2015 Where: Las Vegas National Golf Club Driving Range, Las Vegas, NV (in conjunction with ISA/WSSC Golf Tournament)
How: For a contribution, you get a stake in one or more golf balls that will be dropped from a crane provided by Elliott Equipment Company over the driving range. Whoever “contributes” the ball that ends up closest to the pin wins the…
Grand Prize – 25% of the sales! Second closest – 15% of the sales! Third closest – 10% of the sales!
1 Ball – $10 3 Balls – $20 10 Balls – $50
The Great Fishing Trip August 8th!
Back for the 13th voyage off the coast of Dana Point, Captain Gary Quiel and 44 lucky fishermen, women & children will set sail early, early Saturday, August 8. That’s right – we’ve moved out of July and into August. This is an all-day cruise launching at 5:00 am (please check-in by 4:30 am) out of Dana Point Harbor and returning around 5:00 pm that afternoon.
Reserve your spot early – limited space available! Sells out EVERY YEAR. Payment is required to hold reservations. Registration form & payment are due by July 7, 2015. After this date, no refunds will be given for cancellations. The boat could hold 60, but Cap’n Gary limits the total number of guests to give everyone plenty of room to stretch out.
For more information about the fishing, call Gary Quiel at (909) 885-4476. For information about registration, call CSA at (916) 932-0021 or email cflahive@calsign.org.
License, equipment, food, drink or fish cleaning is NOT included in your registration fee.
Saturday, August 8, 2015 – Sailing on the Clemente
Check-in at 4:30 am, boat departs at 5:00 am sharp!
Dana Wharf Sportfishing in Dana Point Harbor
34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA
CSA Luncheon May 14th with Title 24 Presentation
Lunch Meeting and Educational Topic! Join CSA Members and guests in Lodi for networking, lunch, and an update on the fine nuances of Title 24!
Lunch & Presentation: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Shedding Light on TITLE 24
Navigating through City Hall, Inspections, and a New Form!
Join our guest speaker Gary Flamm, and learn the ins and outs of Title 24 lighting standards compliance, along with completing the new Title 24 form. Gary has made over 200 presentations and training courses on the Title 24 Lighting Standards and the Title 20 Appliance Efficiency Regulations. After working for twelve years with the California Energy Commission (CEC) in the Building Standards Development Unit, he is “in the trenches” and understands the issues, rational, and intent of the Lighting Standards. Now a consultant specializing in Energy Issues with the CEC, Gary is anxious to help the sign industry through the Title 24 process, from permit to inspection!
Bring your Questions and/or Concerns! This is a presentation you don’t want to miss!
Lunch / Networking: Cost $44
CSA Dinner May 5th with Title 24 Presentation
Dinner Meeting and Educational Topic!
Join CSA Members and guests at Summit House Restaurant, a fine dining establishment and winner of Diners’ Choice 2015, conveniently located in Fullerton.
No Host Cocktails: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Dinner & Presentation: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Title 24
From Permit to Inspection! Shedding Light on TITLE 24: Navigating through City Hall, Inspections, and a New Form!
Join CSA Members and guests to learn more about Title 24. Our guest speaker, Gary Flamm, is the former Supervisor, Building Standards Development Unit, California Energy Commission (CEC).
learn the ins and outs of Title 24 lighting standards compliance, along with completing the new Title 24 form. Gary has made over 200 presentations and training courses on the Title 24 Lighting Standards and the Title 20 Appliance Efficiency Regulations. After working for twelve years with the California Energy Commission (CEC) in the Building Standards Development Unit, he is “in the trenches” and understands the issues, rational, and intent of the Lighting Standards. Now a consultant specializing in Energy Issues with the CEC, Gary is anxious to help the sign industry through the Title 24 process, from permit to inspection!
Bring your Questions and/or Concerns! This is a presentation you don’t want to miss!
Dinner/ Networking: Cost $44