July 23, 2008
LEHMAN & LEHMAN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT EARNS STORMWATER CERTIFICATION
Lehman & Lehman’s Michael Bultinck has successfully completed the training and examination necessary to become a certified stormwater pollution prevention preparer (CSWPPP). Professionals certified as a CPSWPPP are also certified to implement and inspect sites for stormwater compliance.
With CPSWPPP certification, Mike has exhibited fundamental knowledge of all aspects of erosion and sediment control and has the ability to:
- Make proper and informed decisions on the information to include in the preparation of a compliant stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP);
- Measure the design needs of the site due to soils, type and size of construction project and fundamentals of proper erosion and sediment control design techniques;
- Describe and understand proper installation, maintenance and inspection of best management practices;
- Assess a construction site to determine proper stormwater compliance and provide assistance to the construction workers in how to maintain a compliant stormwater site; and
- Understand the teamwork and communication necessary between owner, operators, and SWPPP designer so the site stays in compliance throughout the construction project.
Congratulations, Mike!
For more information on stormwater pollution prevention, and how to implement it into your next project, call Mike at 574.257.0255, or e-mail him: mike@lehmanandlehman.com.
June 2, 2008
BURR PONDS PARK CELEBRATES GRAND RE-OPENING
On Saturday May 31, citizens of Adrian, Michigan, along with representatives of the City government, Parks Department and Lehman & Lehman, Inc. gathered to celebrate the grand re-opening of Burr Ponds Park. Three ribbons were cut: one for the park itself, and one for each of the park’s two fishing piers.
The park now offers restored ponds, new fish habitats, looping walkways for pedestrians and bicycles, fishing piers, and three pedestrian bridges. A new overflow structure was built in place of a dam, to control water levels within the park. Burr Ponds Park is sure to enrich the lives of the citizens of Adrian through its peaceful park setting and the leisure opportunities it provides.
Below are several pictures from the grand opening and ribbon cutting event. Click Here to visit our Burr Ponds Park project blog, and see the transformation from start to finish.
April 22, 2008
LEHMAN & LEHMAN CELEBRATES EARTH DAY
Today–April 22, 2008–is Earth Day. Since its inception in 1970 by Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson, its purpose has been to provide environmental education and motivate people to action across the globe to save our planet. In the United States, Earth Day has been utilized to promote fair climate change legislation, which focuses on limiting the amount of dangerous emissions into the atmosphere.
From a Landscape Architectural perspective...
Earth Day invites us to a greater awareness of our environment and challenges us to be good stewards of the land. Along with other design professionals, Landscape Architects strive to create sustainable landscapes that will endure beyond the present generation. Several ways we can promote sustainability include: specifying recycled landscape construction materials, preventing erosion through design, creating parking lots with permeable pavers through which rainwater can be collected and used for irrigation, and designing land plans with strategically-placed trees and shrubs to keep buildings cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. As Landscape Architects, we’ll do our part to create sustainable landscapes.
Here are some simple ways YOU can promote a sustainable future TODAY:
- Go “Nalgene”: Instead of purchasing bottled water, bring a re-usable water bottle to work with you. If you’re concerned about the quality of your tap water, buy a filtration pitcher to keep in the fridge, and use that to fill your re-usable bottle.
- Recycle: For those with recycling programs, it’s as simple as disposing of recyclable items in the proper receptacle. Even if you don’t have a recycling program, you can re-use paper by printing on both sides before discarding.
- Carpool: You’ll save on gas and make new friends.
- Re-use: Think of creative ways to re-use plastic shopping bags, or purchase cloth grocery bags to take to the store with you.
- Plant a Tree (or donate to an organization that will plant a tree for you, such as http://www.plantabillion.org/)
To learn more about what you can do to celebrate Earth Day, visit the Nature Conservancy’s web site: http://www.nature.org/earthday
Happy Spring and Happy Earth Day from Lehman & Lehman!
April 1, 2008
HAPPY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE MONTH!
No fooling – the month of April is National Landscape Architecture Month, a month designated to increase awareness of the profession and the environment. What is the significance of April? It includes Earth Day on April 22 and the birthday of Fredrick Law Olmsted, the “father of Landscape Architecture," on April 26. This year’s theme, “Discover Careers in Landscape Architecture,” is geared toward school-aged children and educators. American Society of Landscape Architecture (ASLA) Chapters across the country will celebrate by facilitating public outreach activities to further the field.
Most people are not aware of the growth of the Landscape Architecture profession. According to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, Landscape Architecture is the fastest growing discipline of the design professions, with demand projected to increase 18-26 percent over the next six years. The horizon looks bright for the field of Landscape Architecture, and with the ASLA, we celebrate by sharing our resources.
In honor of National Landscape Architecture Month, Lehman & Lehman is giving back to the community. On April 12, the Lehman Team will be donating time to conduct a design charrette* at Clay Church in South Bend. The charrette will focus on the development of a prayer garden on the church’s new North Campus, and include discussion about its function, capacities, features, location, aesthetics and materials. The team hopes to develop several design concepts during the charrette and educate attendees about the field of Landscape Architecture.
*A charrette is, “a rigorous and inclusive planning process undertaken by a design team over a brief period of time” (National Charrette Institute).
To learn more about what Landscape Architects do, click here.
To learn more about the American Society of Landscape Architects and National Landscape Architecture Month, click on the picture below or visit www.asla.org.
February 14, 2008
LEHMAN & LEHMAN SECURES MASTER PLAN CONTRACT FOR HISTORIC GARDENS IN PORTER COUNTY
The Porter County Parks Department (Porter County, Indiana) recently awarded Lehman & Lehman with the master planning study contract for the newly acquired 26-acre Brincka-Cross Gardens in Pine Township, Indiana.
The goal of the master planning study will be to analyze this unique property for its historic context, its horticultural environmentally sensitive (and protected) areas, the physical conditions of the existing buildings and their potential reuse and function. Professional Services are to include site visits, base map development, property site analysis, programming and development strategies, conceptual master planning development, an economic and tourism analysis, and final campus conceptual master plans and presentation.
Once developed for public use, the Gardens will provide educational, recreational and economic opportunities, as well as aesthetic beauty and increased quality of life, for the people of Porter County and the Region.
February 12 , 2008
NEW PORTFOLIO SECTION BROADENS LEHMAN & LEHMAN WEB SITE
Lehman & Lehman announces the addition of the “Schools & Colleges” category to our Web site project portfolio. Within this category, you will find some of our most recently completed projects, including the University of Notre Dame’s Athletics Quad Master Plan, and Purdue University’s Outdoor Sports Courts. This new portfolio section is just another way we’re broadening and transforming horizons at Lehman & Lehman. To check it out, click here.
January 31, 2008
NEW CONTRACTS AWARDED AT LEHMAN & LEHMAN
Though the snow is still flying in Michiana, we at Lehman & Lehman are looking forward to Spring, and along with it, new growth, greener landscapes, and new projects. We have recently been awarded the following project contracts:
- Purdue Band Field; West Lafayette, Indiana
- St. Joseph County Parks Master Plan Update; St. Joseph County, Indiana
- Geneva Center Camp & Conference Center Audit & Assessment; Rochester, Indiana
- Plymouth tech Park; Plymouth, Indiana
Stop by our blog site to view construction photos of some of our most recent projects, including the now completed Burr Pond Park in Adrian, Michigan.
December 14, 2007
LEHMAN & LEHMAN ADOPTS A FAMILY FOR CHRISTMAS
In the spirit of Christmas, the Lehman Team joined the Salvation Army of St. Joseph County in their Adopt-A-Family program. The toys, clothes, groceries, holiday meal, and few extras we provided will help make Christmas brighter for a family in our community.
The Salvation Army expects to serve nearly 1500 families this Christmas. To learn more about the Adopt-A-Family program and the services of the Salvation Army, click here.
The Lehman Team gathered for a picture before dropping the gifts off at the Salvation Army.
December 4, 2007
LEHMAN & LEHMAN AWARDED CONTRACT
Lehman & Lehman was recently awarded the contract for Porter-Starke Services Master Plan for its Valparaiso Campus. Lehman & Lehman will complete a site master plan that will address campus entry points, circulation, facility entrance points, and parking and visual enhancements, as well as assess the Campus’ existing condition and identify opportunities and limitations. The overall goal is to develop a visually-attractive campus that is accessible to both vehicles and pedestrians.
Porter-Starke Services provides mental health and wellness services through chemical dependency and addiction programs, children’s services, community support services, counseling, support groups, psychiatric associates, and business/wellness services. For more information, visit www.porterstarke.org.
November 21, 2007
HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM LEHMAN & LEHMAN
Every year, the staff at Lehman & Lehman compiles a booklet of recipes to send to clients and friends at Thanksgiving. This year, we’ve decided to post them here for you to enjoy.
2007 Menu items include: Bruchetta, Hot Potato Bake, Grandma’s Corn Pudding, Broccoli Cauliflower Salad, Rosemary Turkey & Brie en Croute, Molasses Crinkle Cookies, Spiced Cider, and Holiday Fruit Balls. Click the picture below to view the recipe booklet.
Need more Thanksgiving inspiration? View our Thanksgiving Recipe Archive by clicking here. And don’t forget to let us know what you think. Send feedback via e-mail: Lissa@lehmanandlehman.com.
From all of us at Lehman & Lehman, we wish you a happy, safe Thanksgiving Day!
November 16, 2007
CHUCK LEHMAN ATTENDS IACCA CONFERENCE
Lehman & Lehman President, Chuck Lehman, ASLA, recently attended the annual meeting of the International Association of Conference Center Administrators (IACCA). This professional gathering brings together leaders of conference facilities in the growing not-for-profit sector, including religious, collegiate, governmental, 4-H, YMCA, scouting, and community based not-for-profit conference and training centers.
This year’s conference was held at the C.A. Vines 4-H Center in Little Rock, Arkansas, and featured the theme Your Work – Our World; Using Technology for Better Work in a Better World. It focused, primarily, on the merging of old fashioned values and comfort with high tech services and support to meet the increasing demands of guests.
Technology has always been a double-edged sword, offering hope for a better world, yet bringing consequences and demands of its own. How can conference center professionals make effective use of technology without being enslaved by it? What is the balance between efficiency and genuine hospitality? When is technology good for the environment, when is it harmful and how can we know the difference? The conference addressed these issues through a keynote presentation, panel discussion and 16 different workshop opportunities.
The knowledge gained at the conference will enable Lehman & Lehman to better serve clients in the hospitality industry.
In addition to hosting the annual conference, IACCA provides professional education and internationally recognized certification for conference center professionals. Founded in 1976, the organization is headquartered in Vero Beach, Florida. Learn more about IACCA by logging on at www.iacca.org.
September 18, 2007
VARSITY MEDICAL GROUP CONTRACTS AWARDED
Mr. Warren Salihar and Gen-One Companies, Inc. recently awarded site enhancement contracts for the new Varsity Medical Group facility in Mishawaka, IN to New Frontiers Landscaping (Mishawaka, IN) and Wissco Irrigation, Inc. (South Bend, Indiana). The project will include refurbishing the existing landscape, as well as new landscape plantings, irrigation, and exterior accent lighting.
Lehman & Lehman created the new site enhancement plans with assistance from Landtech Irrigation Consultants (Zionsville, IN) and ESL Spectrum Lighting Consultants (Mishawaka, IN). Construction for the first phase of development will begin this fall with completion of all construction phases scheduled for late Spring of 2008.
September 12, 2007
FOREST PARK CONSTRUCTION PROJECT AWARDED
The City of Noblesville Park and Recreation Department recently awarded the latest Forest Park improvement project to Myers Construction Management (Fishers, IN). The $1,206,000.00 project will include the construction of additional parking areas, a trailhead along the existing park trail and the new Forest Park Lodge.
Lehman & Lehman supervised all site work, as well as construction administration, with assistance from Balay Architects, Inc. (Fishers, IN) and the City of Noblesville. Construction will begin this fall and is scheduled for completion in the Spring of 2008.
Congratulations, Myers Construction Management!
July 30, 2007
NEW LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT JOINS LEHMAN TEAM
Lehman & Lehman is pleased to welcome Katie Warner, our new Landscape Architect, to our staff. Katie is a recent graduate of Michigan State University. She served her internship at Rowe, Inc in Flint, Michigan. Her interests in Landscape Architecture include parks and playgrounds. Katie hopes to, “bring new and exciting design ideas to Lehman & Lehman that will get people of all ages outdoors.”
Welcome, Katie!
July 26, 2007
SPRAYGROUND OPENS AT McNAUGHTON PARK
On Friday July 13, crowds gathered to watch Elkhart Mayor David Miller cut the ribbon for the McNaughton Spray Park in Elkhart, IN – then cheered as he got drenched by the over 100-gallon dumping bucket. The park, designed by Lehman & Lehman, is the first of its kind in the City of Elkhart, and is sure to be enjoyed by all.
Below are several pictures from the ribbon-cutting and grand opening event. For complete details about Lehman & Lehman’s involvement in the project (and to see more photos), click here to visit our McNaughton project blog, or go to:
http://lehmanandlehman.blogspot.com/2007/07/mcnaughton-spray-park.html
June 14, 2007
LEHMAN & LEHMAN ANNOUNCES CONSTRUCTION BLOG
The Lehman Blog gives you an insider's look into project development and construction. This photo blog features construction photographs of some of our most recent projects. To visit today, click here, or go to:
http://lehmanandlehman.blogspot.com.
June 13, 2007
ADVISORY TEAM HELPS PROTECT NATURAL RESOURCES IN SOUTH BEND (adapted from The South Bend Tribune)
The South Bend Parks and Recreation Department is working to draft a Natural Resources Management policy with the help of the natural resources advisory team. This team, including our own Chuck Lehman, combines volunteers from various disciplines—civil engineering, parks and recreation, landscape architecture, naturalism, forestry, and grounds managing—who are experts in environmental management. Together, they’ve helped the Parks Department to create the first draft of the policy, which highlights 12 parks resources in need of protection.
This policy is the first of its kind in the county, and may be used as a sample for other city and park departments to follow. One of its goals is to provide long-term sustainability for the parks, preserving spaces through first documenting current resources. The policy will also help meet requirements for accreditation by the National Recreation and Parks Association, something that will enable the Park Department to receive more grants. In addition to protecting the city’s natural resources, the Parks Department hopes this policy will raise public awareness about the importance of protecting the environment.
June 7, 2007
NEW SOFTWARE SIMPLIFIES FILING PRACTICES AT LEHMAN & LEHMAN
Lehman & Lehman has recently updated our accounting and project management software to better serve our clients.
Based on FileMaker database software, ArchiOffice® combines several professional software concepts and integrates them into one easy to use program. And because it was created by architects, it's customized for our unique needs as a landscape architectural and planning firm.
ArchiOffice® allows us to organize project files electronically, track project progress, tasks, and budgets, record time and expenses, create invoices, sync calendars, and integrate with Outlook and Entourage, all in one program. It easily interfaces with QuickBooks® and allows us to provide more detail, not only to our clients, but also to our accountant!
This change in software, which has transformed our horizons, will certainly better equip us to continue Transforming Horizons for our clients.
To learn more, visit the ArchiOffice® website: www.archioffice.com.
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