Newsletter May 2010
MGCS News
The EPA estimates that we spend as much as 90% of our days in buildings. Is the building that you spend most of your time in LEED certified? Last month, LEED celebrated its 10th anniversary. For a decade, the LEED rating systems have driven the marketplace toward recognizing the central tenet of green building: that our economic, environmental and personal health is dramatically impacted by the places where we live, work, learn, shop, heal, dine and play.
Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED provides building owners and operators a concise framework for identifying and implementing practical and measurable green building design, construction, operations and maintenance solutions.
LEED is a voluntary certification program that can be applied to any building type and any building lifecycle phase. It promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in key areas:
- Sustainable Sites
- Water Efficiency
- Energy & Atmosphere
- Materials & Resources
- Indoor Environmental Quality
- Locations & Linkages
- Awareness & Education
- Innovation in Design
- Regional Priority
To obtain more information on getting your building LEED certified please contact Millennium Maintenance at 888-775-6595 or info@mjanitorial.com. Information provided by USGBC. Visit USGB's LEED website at www.usgbc.org.
Safety First
Many of us often do not think safety first when cleaning on our own or cleaning our house. In the janitorial industry we are regulated by OSHA and other regulatory bodies. We must be in compliance with the products, chemicals, and supplies we use. However at home we are not under the microscope of any regulatory agency accept maybe our significant other.
You have probably heard this before, but it is worth repeating: Don't Mix Cleaning Products. They contain various chemicals that can create dangerous chemical reactions if you combine the wrong products. Stick with one product and get the job done. Usually all it takes is a little soaking and some elbow grease.
New Customers
Millennium would like to thank and recognize our new customers for the month of April, in giving us the opportunity to serve you.
- Power Dodge of Valencia - Joe Caracciolo
- PMT - Dennis & Carolyn Moran
- Maximum Style Tec - Maxine Maughan
- Burts Pharmacy - Dave Breslow, Mike Quick, & Robert Leark
- LBW Insurance - Sharyn Quinn, Sandra Phillips, Liliana Lopez, Kevin Durkin & Mitzi Like
- WJA Management - Allen Eggers
Preferred Vendor & Customer Spotlight
Millennium would like to recignize and give a special thanks to James Hicken, Kim Altobello, Elizabeth Hopp, and Brenda Neilson with the Bank of Santa Clarita. Millennium has banked with the Bank of Santa Clarita since they opened in 2004. They have been a key partner in our growth and development. The Bank of Santa Clarita has also been one of our preferred customers since they opened in 2004. We endorse and recommend the Bank of Santa Clarita to be your bank of choice.
The Bank of Santa Clarita was founded in 2004 and is a full service community bank headquartered in Santa Clarita, California, serving the needs of small to mid-sized businesses, professionals, entrepreneurs and consumers. Bank of Santa Clarita provides local, experienced decision-making and personalized service that growing businesses need on a daily basis. Clients have direct access to executive management and professional staff, coupled with technology-based services that include, but are not limited to online bill-paying, check imaging and online wire transfers which enable businesses to efficiently manage their cash and credit needs. (information taken from www.bankofsantaclarita.com) For more information on the Bank of Santa Clarita go to www.bankofsantaclarita.com or call 866-679-8942.
Cleaning tip of the month
Have you ever turned your vacuum on and started to vacuum, but nothing happens. You can hear the vacuum running, but it is not picking anything up. This can be extremely frustrating, especially when company is about to come over.
Your vacuum cleaner doesn't need very much attention, but a little simple maintenance will keep it working and cleaning as efficiently as it can. Maintaining your vacuum cleaner properly can also head off more costly repairs or replacement. Follow the maintenance schedule below to prolong the life of your vacuum:
- Check the bag regularly and replace it when it is full.
- Empty the bin or tray on bagless models frequently.
- Clean the brush roll (Also called a beater bar).
- Clean and lubricate the bearings on the brush roll.
- Check the belt for signs of wear, and replace it if it is worn.
- Replace or clean any filters on the vacuum cleaner.
- Check the hoses for clogs and obstructions.
by Eddy Perez, President & CEO
