1. Concrete Coalition Identify dangerous concrete buildings and fix them.

2. Background EERI/PEER seminars on concrete Discussion groups in SF, LA, and Seattle EERI and NEHRP Coalition Senior Advisory Panel Initial planning effort Exploring funding possibilities

3. The “Problem” Some concrete buildings constructed before the 1970’s might be dangerous. Where are they ? Which ones are dangerous ?

4. The “Solution” Find them. Use FEMA 356. Fix them.

5. Another “Problem” Client receiving the news about the retrofit and its cost: You can’t be serious !

6. The Real Problems We don’t really know the risks in terms of deaths, dollars, and downtime. Current technical procedures cannot distinguish between “suspects” and real killers. The currently implied costs are unacceptably high.

7. The Real Solutions 1.Define the risks in quantifiable terms. 2.Develop improved technical procedures and innovative retrofit measures. 3.Engage stakeholders for socially and economically acceptable implementation strategies.

8. Mission Provide the leadership to reduce risks posed by collapse-prone concrete buildings by advocating for: –Improved technical knowledge to identify truly dangerous buildings. –Development of economical retrofit measures to prevent collapse. –Engagement of the broader community to ensure socially acceptable solutions.

9. Initial Participants EERI (overall mangement and coordination) PEER (technical resources) ATC (guidelines development) Structural engineering community Local building officials Public policy experts Architects

10. Essential outreach Building owners and managers Governmental agencies and institutions Public policy makers Insurance and lending professionals

11. Anticipated Coalition Activities Establish web-based information clearing house. Assemble local/regional inventory and hazard data. Facilitate regional risk assessments. Develop critical research agenda. Maintain public relations. Advocate for necessary funding and political support.