Rancho Mesa News
Employee Spotlight: Drew Garcia, NALP Safety Committee Member
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. is dedicated to making a difference on the risk management front; thus, Drew Garcia joined the National Association of Landscape Professionals Safety Committee, in March of 2016.
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. is dedicated to making a difference on the risk management front; thus, Drew Garcia joined the National Association of Landscape Professionals Safety Committee, in March of 2016.
Committee members come from some of the most successful landscape companies throughout the country; and, they participate in conferences throughout the year in an attempt to continually find solutions to industry specific hazards and injuries.
Once a year, the committee meets in Louisville Kentucky at “LANDSCAPES” to review and prepare for the upcoming campaign.
"The most rewarding aspect, to me, is seeing the commitment from the other committee volunteers who speak with the same passion as we collectively collaborate to make an impact on the industry." Drew Garcia, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Proud Member:
Employment Law 2017 Workshop
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa hosted its Employment Law 2017 Workshop on Thursday, January 19, 2017. The workshop was presented by attorneys Hayley Schwartzkopf and Naomi Pontious from the law firm Meyers Fozi, LLP.
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa hosted its Employment Law 2017 Workshop on Thursday, January 19, 2017. The workshop was presented by attorneys Hayley Schwartzkopf and Naomi Pontious from the law firm Meyers Fozi, LLP.
Over 40 people attended the event held at the Toward Maximum Independence building in the Murphy Canyon area of San Diego, CA.
“I really enjoyed the seminar and the knowledge of the speakers.”
During the workshop, Ms. Schwartzkopf and Ms. Pontious discussed:
- New State and Local Minimum Wage
- Agricultural Overtime
- Janitorial Workers
- Private School Teachers
- Security Guards
- Salon Services
- Wage Statements
- Anti-Discrimination
- Employment Contracts
- Background Checks
- Immigration Protections
- Domestic Violence
- Bathroom Laws
- Driver Safety
Attendees gained valuable insight into employment law changes that have or will go into effect in 2017.
Photos by Alyssa Burley.
Rancho Mesa Kicks Off the New Year at its Annual Meeting
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. held its annual Kick Off Meeting on Friday, January 13, 2017 at the Brigantine restaurant in La Mesa, CA. President and CEO Dave Garcia presented the “State of the Company” address, at the event. He spoke about the company’s success in 2016 by reaching its impressive goals. And, true to form, Dave praised his team for their hard work and dedication.
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. held its annual Kick Off Meeting on Friday, January 13, 2017 at the Brigantine restaurant in La Mesa, CA. President and CEO Dave Garcia presented the “State of the Company” address, at the event. He spoke about the company’s success in 2016 by reaching its impressive goals. And, true to form, Dave praised his team for their hard work and dedication.
The room was filled with a positive energy, as Dave reviewed the team’s 2016 achievements. He addressed one goal after another, as they were all met or exceeded expectations.
Team members also awarded for their participation in the company’s health and wellness program.
Dave expressed his enthusiasm for the 2017 year, as he highlighted some very exciting projects that are on the horizon. 2017 should be an exciting year for Rancho Mesa.
Photos by Alyssa Burley.
About Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and nonprofit/social services. They provide their clients with risk management services, comprehensive insurance programs, bonding, employee benefits, and industry specific training. For more information, visit www.RanchoMesa.com.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. Named "Best Practices" Agency 10th Consecutive Year
Santee, CA. – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the Tenth consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
Santee, CA. – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the Tenth consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
An Agency must first be nominated by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (Big I) and then must submit detailed financial and operational information which is analyzed, scored, and ranked objectively based on operational excellence including outstanding customer services, growth, stability, and financial management.
Of the 37,500 independent insurance agencies in the country only 254 are selected as a “Best Practices” agency. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of twelve to earn the distinction.
About Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and nonprofit/social services. They provide their clients with risk management services, comprehensive insurance programs, bonding, employee benefits, and industry specific training.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. retains "Best Practices" Agency Status For the 9th Consecutive Year.
SANTEE, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. has retained its status, for the 9th consecutive year, as a “Best Practices” agency. Once every three years the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) asks insurance companies, state association affiliates, and other industry organizations to nominate for each of the study revenue categories those agencies they consider to be among the better, more professional agencies in the industry.
SANTEE, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. has retained its status, for the 9th consecutive year, as a “Best Practices” agency. Once every three years the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) asks insurance companies, state association affiliates, and other industry organizations to nominate for each of the study revenue categories those agencies they consider to be among the better, more professional agencies in the industry.
The nominated agencies are then invited to participate. They must be willing to share key business practices/ philosophies and to complete an in‐depth survey detailing their financial and operational year‐end results. Those results are then scored and ranked objectively for inclusion on the basis of operational excellence. The selected “Best Practices” agencies retain their status during the three‐year cycle by submitting extensive financial and operational data for review each year.
Only 196 independent agencies throughout the U.S. retained their status for 2015. To be chosen, the agency had to be among the top 30‐40 top performing agencies in one of six revenue categories. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of eleven agencies to earn the distinction.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and nonprofit/social services. They provide their clients with comprehensive insurance programs, risk management services, bonding, employee benefits and industry specific training.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. Names IIABA's Best Practices Agency For 8th Consecutive Year
SANTEE, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. has retained its status, for the eighth consecutive year, as a “Best Practices” agency. Last year, which marked the start of a new three-year study cycle, more than 1,100 independent agencies throughout the U.S. were nominated to take part in the annual study, but only 217 agencies qualified for the honor. To be chosen, the agency had to be among the 35-45 top-performing agencies in one of six revenue categories. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of twelve agencies to earn the distinction.
SANTEE, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. has retained its status, for the eighth consecutive year, as a “Best Practices” agency. Last year, which marked the start of a new three-year study cycle, more than 1,100 independent agencies throughout the U.S. were nominated to take part in the annual study, but only 217 agencies qualified for the honor. To be chosen, the agency had to be among the 35-45 top-performing agencies in one of six revenue categories. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of twelve agencies to earn the distinction.
The agency was nominated by either an IIABA affiliated state association or an insurance company and qualified based on its operational excellence.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and nonprofit/social services. They provide their clients with comprehensive insurance programs, risk management services, bonding, employee benefits and industry specific training. #
Division of Workers' Compensation Posts Updated Time of Hire Pamphlet
The Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) has posted an updated time of hire pamphlet on its website. The pamphlet now has the new predesignation of personal physician and notice of personal chiropractor or acupuncturist forms that are effective on July 1, 2014. The Office of Administrative Law (OAL) approved changes to the current regulations concerning Predesignation of Personal Physicians and Reporting Duties of the Primary Treating Physician. The amended regulations were filed by OAL with the Secretary of State on February 12, 2014 and take effect on July 1, 2014.
The Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) has posted an updated time of hire pamphlet on its website. The pamphlet now has the new predesignation of personal physician and notice of personal chiropractor or acupuncturist forms that are effective on July 1, 2014. The Office of Administrative Law (OAL) approved changes to the current regulations concerning Predesignation of Personal Physicians and Reporting Duties of the Primary Treating Physician. The amended regulations were filed by OAL with the Secretary of State on February 12, 2014 and take effect on July 1, 2014.
The time of hire pamphlet, which is posted in English and Spanish versions, meets the requirements under Labor Code section 3551 to notify new employees about California workers' compensation rights and benefits either at the time of hire or by the end of the first pay period. The time of hire pamphlet was created in 2011 to help employers and claims administrators ensure employees know what to do in case of workplace injury. It was modified in 2013 to reflect changes made to California's workers' compensation system by SB 863.
This pamphlet can be customized as long as the text meets the "time of hire" legal requirements. Title 8, California Code of Regulations section 9883 allows insurers, employers or private enterprises to prepare and publish the pamphlet upon prior approval of the form and content of the pamphlet by the Administrative Director. An entity may no longer use a previously approved pamphlet with the old predesignation forms. A revised pamphlet should be submitted for approval with the new forms. Claims administrators will be provided a grace period until September 1, 2014 to send an updated pamphlet.
2014 Hourly Wage Threshold Increases
The WCIRB (Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau) has just released the 2014 filings and there are some changes that may impact your business. Effective with your 2014 renewal, the following hourly wage thresholds have been increased. These changes could directly affect your overall premium cost so please review the table below for the potential impact to your company.
The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau (WCIRB) has just released the 2014 filings and there are some changes that may impact your business. Effective with your 2014 renewal, the following hourly wage thresholds have been increased. These changes could directly affect your overall premium cost so please review the table below for the potential impact to your company.
| Classification Code | Description | 2014 Wage Threshold | 2013 Wage Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5183/5187 | Plumbing / Refrigeration Equipment | $26.00 | $24.00 |
| 5190/5140 | Electrical Wiring | $30.00 | $28.00 |
| 5484/5485 | Plastering/Stucco Work | $27.00 | $25.00 |
| 5538/5542 | Sheet Metal Work | $27.00 | $25.00 |
| 6218/6220 | Grading/Excavation | $30.00 | $26.00 |
| 6307/6308 | Sewer Construction | $30.00 | $26.00 |
| 6315/6316 | Water/Gas Mains | $30.00 | $26.00 |
Please feel free to give your broker a call should you wish to discuss these changes and their impact to you in greater detail.
Rancho Mesa Named "Best Practices" Agency For 7th Consecutive Year
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the seventh consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the seventh consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
An Agency must first be nominated by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (Big I) and then must submit detailed financial and operational information which is analyzed, scored, and ranked objectively based on operational excellence including outstanding customer services, growth, stability, and financial management.
Of the 37,500 independent insurance agencies in the country only 216 are selected as a “Best Practices” agency. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of fifteen to earn the distinction.
About Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and non-profit/social services. They provide their clients with risk management services, comprehensive insurance programs, bonding, employee benefits, and industry specific training.
Rancho Mesa Named "Best Practices" Agency For 6th Consecutive Year
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the sixth consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the sixth consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
An Agency must first be nominated by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (Big I) and then must submit detailed financial and operational information which is analyzed, scored, and ranked objectively based on operational excellence including outstanding customer services, growth, stability, and financial management.
Of the 37,500 independent insurance agencies in the country only 224 are selected as a “Best Practices” agency. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of fifteen to earn the distinction.
About Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and non-profit/social services. They provide their clients with risk management services, comprehensive insurance programs, bonding, employee benefits, and industry specific training.