AGC of America Committees
If you would like to get more involved in the industry on a national level, consider volunteering for an AGC of America committee. If you would like to be considered for a committee, or want additional information about what committees are available, contact Pat at [email protected]. Names must be submitted to AGCA no later than February 13. |
Responsible Contractor Webinar
If you were unable to attend last week's lunch seminar - Responsible Contractor Act: Reality or Rumor? - we will be offering the session in a slightly abbreviated form as a webinar on February 10, from 9:00 to 10:30 am. Those who can attend in person are invited to meet at the AGC office (525 Park Street, St. Paul). Audio and video information for those who register to attend via webinar will be sent to attendees prior to the session. Registration is available here. |
Join Move MN and Make Your Voice Heard
On February 12, Move MN will hold an informal networking lunch at noon in the MnDOT cafeteria. This will be followed at 2:00 pm by a coalition meeting at the Armory (600 Cedar Street). There will be a variety of speakers at this meeting (Senator Dibble is confirmed) as well as opportunities for action. The meeting will culminate in a walk from the Armory to the State Office Building at approximately 3:30 pm to deliver 10,000 postcards to lawmakers urging transportation funding. Organizers would like to know how many attendees to expect. Registration for the 2:00 pm meeting is available here. |
B3 Sustainable Building 2030 Energy Standard Presentation in Mankato
On Thursday, February 12, Richard Strong from the University of Minnesota will give Leadership Blueprint participants an overview of the B3 Sustainable Building 2030 Energy Standard, a progressive energy conservation program designed to significantly reduce the energy and carbon in Minnesota commercial, institutional and industrial buildings. Based on the national Architecture 2030 program, SB 2030 has been tailored to meet the needs of Minnesota buildings. The energy standard for all projects built after 2010 is 60 percent below that of an average building. In 2015, the standard becomes 70 percent better and so on until net zero energy is reached in 2030. The standard is required on all projects that receive general obligation bond funding from the State of Minnesota.
This workshop is open to any AGC member who wishes to hear more about this standard. The workshop will be held at the Eide Bailly office in Mankato, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Contact Merry Beckmann, [email protected], if you wish to attend. |
Know Your Lien Rights
This industry is based on a large, critical volume of credit. Are you sure of your lien rights and how they impact your receipt of payment? On February 25, we'll offer a breakfast seminar on "Squeezing More Value Out of Your Lien Rights." You'll learn how you can protect lien collateral for all the credit you are extending. Information for Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota will be discussed. Details and registration are available here. |
AGC Utility Infrastructure Committee to Meet
The AGC of Minnesota Utility Infrastructure (UI) Committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday, February 26, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, in the AGC office. The committee is populated with various UI contractors, suppliers, utility owners, state regulatory officials, and related industry practitioners. The group will actively discuss and explore current industry issues, best practices, legislative developments, market opportunities, and regulatory and environmental issues impacting the UI market. AGC member contractors involved in the UI market are welcome to attend. This is an AGC member restricted meeting. Contact Tim Worke, 651-796-2185, if you have questions. |
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Labor Relations Seminars
We will be presenting the following labor relations breakfast seminars. Registration for both is available under Events at www.agcmn.org.
- March 17 - Labor Relations 101 for Construction Contractors: This session will discuss the National Labor Relations Act, the rights of a labor union and an employer under the Act, and what a human resources manager or supervisor needs to know when dealing with a union workforce.
- April 7 - Union Jobsite Actions: Picketing, Strikes, Banners and Leafleting: This session will look at the differences between these activities and an employer's rights when they occur on a jobsite.
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Employee Benefits Seminars
Hays Companies will offer two seminars of interest to those responsible for overseeing their company's employee benefits. Contact Jeff Clark at [email protected] or 612-347-8427 for additional information or to register to attend.
- February 26, 11:30 - 1:30, Golden Valley Country Club: ACA - Employer Reporting Requirements - How will your organization comply with the administration of the draft ACA forms released by the IRS in July 2014?
- April 15, 8:00 - 10:00, Midland Hills Country Club: Status Changes & Special Enrollments - Join a discussion of the IRS status change rules.
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AGC Bookstore Monthly Featured Product -
Project Delivery Systems
Through its on-line bookstore, AGC of America offers monthly featured products, available at a discount to AGC members. A link to the bookstore is available through our home page, www.agcmn.org, or at http://store.agc.org?AffiliateId=AGCO254.
The third edition of Project Delivery Systems for Construction explores traditional and alternative project delivery systems, including Design-Bid-Build, Construction Management At-Risk, and Integrated Project Delivery, discussing the "typical" and "defining" characteristics of each. Includes an updated glossary and appendix, as well as case studies and self-tests for each chapter.
This item is available during the month of February at a 25% discount using coupon code AGCPDS. |
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