President's Message: Awards Criteria

We have received some concerns regarding the new awards criteria. Specifically those concerns related to the submittal process (a contractor must submit an award nomination) and the award of additional points for the use of certain videos and pictures.

The Executive Committee discussed these concerns during its monthly conference call. While we understand that some may have an issue with certain changes, we believe that the new criteria need to be given a chance. It was after much discussion that the decision to have all submissions completed in the name of a contractor was reached and approved by the Board. As stated on page two of the flier announcing the changes, it is acceptable for a manufacturer to submit a project on behalf of a contractor. In addition, the manufacturer can list one of their employees / representatives as the contact for the nomination. The staff will not monitor this closely as this is not a condition of eligibility for the award. However, the nomination must be made in the name of the contractor, as this is a condition of eligibility.

Each winning project will receive two awards, one going to the contractor and the other determined by the contact person on the award nomination.

Additionally, it was the original intent that videos and pictures done during construction be required for all submittals. This was changed to be optional this year to get people used to these requirements. Staff will review all final scores to be sure all is fair this year for all entries. Since photos during construction were encouraged in the past for the renovation category, many have been submitting them with award nominations.

We understand change can be hard, but ask that everyone give the new criteria a chance and then give us thoughtful, constructive feedback.   

 

Thank you.

Jeff Hudepohl

CISCA President