February 2025

Bay Breeze

Charles Cates
Lyngso
David DeHerrera

Awards of Excellence

First Place Residential Design Build 2023

Craig RappAwards Co-Chair

Our SFBA Chapter awards program has a new and deserving brand name: AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE. In my years of involvement in CLCA, I’ve seen excellence and incredible projects brought forth by our outstanding contractors in the Bay Area! You, our contractors are the authors of excellence and your award winning projects are a tribute to the passion and workmanship that you bring forth!

We are excited to have you enter your great projects and  show off! It’s deserving!  We can’t wait to see your amazing artistry and craftsmanship! Get your projects ready.

Applications will be emailed to our CLCA SFBA Chapter members and will be also available on the chapter’s website early February. Check out past winning projects and get your projects ready!

This year, we are offering savings to you. If you enter three projects, the third entry is free. No charge. If you enter six projects, the entry fee for two of those projects is zero.

Nine entries: you only pay for six. And so on. Also this year, the number of entries you may submit is unlimited! 

If you are a new CLCA Member, your first project entry cost is zero!  Go For It!

There are many new and updated entry categories to choose from in the landscape installation and maintenance sections. You’ll like the tremendous selections that are ready for you to enter.

Important Dates:

  • Friday, April 25th: The Deadline To Submit Entries
  • Friday, May 2nd: The Late Deadline To Submit Entries
  • May 15th – 17th (Thursday, Friday, Saturday): Judging Days
  • Saturday, June 21st: Chapter Awards Ceremony And Presentation Dinner – Embassy Suites By Hilton Milpitas Silicon Valley

Select your projects to submit and enter!  We’re super excited to receive your application and see your stunning projects!

Questions: Craig Rapp.  Email: clcacraig@yahoo.com  Cell: 408-857-0389

Nor Cal Landscape & Nursery Show

Nor Cal Landscape & Nursery Show
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LEAF Support

Chapter Sponsored LEAF Balances as of December 31st, 2024

Hans Biland $12,795.88
Barry Cohen $11,175.
James and Pamela Everett $5,650.
Candy Fiske $7,625.12
Herbert Frank $16,531.83
John Gachina $14,735.00
Fred Hanker $21,644.
Bill Hayes $13,520.62
Klaus Hertzer $11,844.49
Ken Jenner $12,201.99
George Kunimoto $12,770.00
John and Mary Lyngso $15,982.15
Leo and Charlene Ott $2,200.
Edron Schneider $11,574.81
Paul Shogren $16,963.56
Richard and Cynthia Singletary $5,950
Singley Family Fund $5,000
Joe and Sally Tanouye $9,650.82
Mas Tsuda $10,368.98
Steve Whitehill $10,000.
SFBA Chapter $10,639.25

Click here to read The History of LEAF
Horizon

Partner Spotlight

The Month’s Partner Spotlight is Belgard

Belgard

6 Must-Know Outdoor Living Trends for 2025
 
As we look forward to the new year, it’s crucial to understand the latest design trends and design choices to keep outdoor space current. Our research has identified six key 2025 outdoor living trends that will shape decisions and demand for products, design elements and services. LEARN MORE on the BELGARD Blog.
 
Contact your local Belgard Representative:
Donald Givens
donald.givens@oldcastle.com
(510) 427-8017

Partners for Success: 2025 Opportunity

 The Partners for Success Program is an opportunity to stand out, shine bright and leave a lasting impression in 2025!
 
As a Partner, you will enjoy exclusive benefits, including complimentary general membership meetings, prominent logo recognition on our website and monthly e-newsletter, and so much more. Be part of a thriving community that values collaboration and growth!
 
This opportunity is about more than benefits—it is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic community that is passionate about success, collaboration, and making a real impact.
 
CLICK HERE to explore our Partners for Success, sponsorship and advertising opportunities and secure your place in the spotlight.
 
Prefer to send a check? We’ve got you covered! Mail it to:
CLCA-SFBA
Attn: Jackie Marsey
14965 Sycamore Ave., San Martin, CA 95046
 
Got questions or want to pay by credit card? Our team is here to help! Contact Laura A. Leuer at lleuer@comcast.net.
 
2025 is YOUR year to shine brighter than ever. Let’s make it unforgettable—together!

Green Waste

Diamond Partners

Platinum Partners

Gold Partners

Emerald Partners

Sapphire Partners

Achievement Award A La Carte

Pacific Nurseries
Peninsula Building Materials

CLCA Member Benefit

2025 Board of Directors

Immediate Past Co-Presidents – Barry and Mary Cohen
President – Beth Valdez
Vice President – Scooter Wren
Treasurer – Jackie Marsey
Associate Liaison – Marin Villalpando

Auxiliary President – Lesley Peters
Auxiliary Vice President – Girvin Peters
Auxiliary Treasurer – Rick Camin
Auxiliary Secretary – Vicky Parrott