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| The Latest News from CAM - The Construction Association of Michigan
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 CAM Magazine Releases 2016 Editorial Calendar
CAM Magazine has issued its 2016 editorial calendar. The topics are as follows:
- January - CAM Tradeshow / Tools
- February - Construction Safety / Lifting Equipment & Cranes
- March - Landscaping / Environmental
- April - Masonry / Workforce Development / CAM Annual Report
- May - Renovation & Restoration / Site Work
- June - Glass & Glazing / Carpentry
- July - Mechanical & Electrical / Construction Technology
- August - Construction Law / Interiors
- September - Insurance & Bonding / Macomb County Development
- October - Special Issue 2016
- November - Metals & Steel / Restaurant Construction
- December - Concrete / Company Milestone Anniversaries (2016-17) / Michigan Construction Outlook 2017
Advertising opportunities are available! Contact
Cathy Jones, sales representative, at (248) 972-1115 for rates and deadlines.
CAM Magazine occasionally accepts submitted articles. If interested, please contact
Amanda Tackett, editor, at (248) 972-1109.
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Join CAM at Comerica Park for Tigers Night - August 4th
Join CAM as we head to Comerica Park to see the Detroit Tigers take on the Kansas City Royals. This fun-filled evening is scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, 2015, beginning at 5:30 pm.
Our group will meet on Deck #2 prior to the game for networking, socializing and a buffet dinner, followed by Mezzanine seating for the game. Buffet dinner includes hamburgers, hot dogs, coleslaw, pasta salad, baked beans, chips, water and soda.
We're all behind our baseball team - go get 'em Tigers!
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CAMTEC Announces Fall Lineup of Classes
CAMTEC HAS ANNOUNCED ITS FALL CLASS SCHEDULE - Click Here to Register!
- Fall Protection - Sept. 8
- Certified Lead Renovator Training - Sept. 9
- Blueprint Reading - Sept. 10 to Nov. 19 (12-week course)
- AIA Contract Forms - Sept. 15
- First Aid; CPR & AED Combined - Sept. 16
- Get A Grip! Six Keys to Getting What you Want from Your Business - Sept. 16
- OSHA 10-HR Training - Sept. 22 & 23 (2-day course)
- Top 10 Contract Terms You Must Know - Sept. 24
- Mitigating Contract Risks - Sept. 29
- Scheduling & Planning - Sept 29 & 30 (2-day course)
- Construction Liens - Sept. 30
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CAM Benefit Program - Employers Advantage
We are excited to announce enhanced pricing on Employers Advantage, the CAM Benefit Program's turnkey approach to self-funding health insurance for groups of 5 or more enrolled employees.
In addition to already competitive pricing, effective August 1, 2015 new business in the industries shown below will receive favorable Select Industry Pricing.
Architectural and Engineering Services
Surveying Services
Civil Engineering
Information Technology
Computer Software Development
Computer Programing
Accounting, Auditing & Bookkeeping
Bookkeeping Services
Certified Public Accounts
Business Consulting
Testing Services
Communication Consulting
Commercial Banks & Savings and Loans
Stock Brokers
Mortgage Bankers
Credit Unions
Personal Credit Institutions
Automobile lenders
Note: There are many industries by SIC code available under each of the above categories.
Click here for information about Employers Advantage.
To obtain additional information or a quote, please contact your agent or Rob Walters, Director of Sales, CAM Administrative Services, Inc. at (248) 233-2114 or via email.
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CAM will be hosting its 6th Annual "Cruise-In" during the Woodward Dream Cruise on Saturday, August 15, 2015.
Stop by the CAM Headquarters in Bloomfield Hills for a prime seat right on Woodward Avenue and watch the cruise roll by! CAM will have live music, classic cars and BBQ all day long, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. This family-friendly event is FREE to all CAM Members.
Please RSVP by clicking here to ensure adequate food supplies.
This event is sponsored by CAM; William Jeffrey Associates; and the Michigan Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union.
To view the complete event flyer, click here.
Be There or Be Square!
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SMCNECA Appoints Tom Mittelbrun
 The Southeastern Michigan Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association (SMCNECA) announced the appointment of Tom Mittelbrun to the position of chapter executive vice president effective August 1, 2015.
SMCNECA is the voice of the electrical industry in Southeastern Michigan and its members represent nearly $750 million in annual revenue.
Mittelbrun has successfully served as the Benefits Director of the Electrical Workers Joint Board of Trustees (EWJBT) since 1999. The EWJBT oversees benefits management for the signatory electrical contractors represented by SMCNECA and the members, retirees and families of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 58 and Southeastern Michigan Chapter NECA.
"We know that Tom's experience, knowledge of the industry and enthusiasm will be a wonderful addition to our team, " said David Kurtz, President of SMCNECA. In his new role, Tom will continue the tradition of industry leadership in Southeast Michigan which has long been associated with SMCNECA.
"The organized electrical construction industry in Southeast Michigan is known for a very high level of contractor expertise and workforce productivity across the commercial, industrial, public and residential marketplaces, " remarked Mittelbrun, "I'm looking forward to expanding our industry and supporting the Southeast Michigan construction market."
Mittelbrun was recently appointed by Governor Rick Snyder to the Certificate of Need Commission for the State of Michigan. The 11-member commission regulates and balances cost, quality and access to Michigan's health care system. It also develops, revises and determines approval for Certificate of Need standards.
"Tom will be a key commissioner as this group continues its work of ensuring all Michiganders have access to quality, affordable healthcare," Snyder said in his announcement June 12, 2015.
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CAM Young Professionals Joins with Habitat for Humanity
On Tuesday, July 28th, t
he CAM Young Professionals will be assisting the Oakland County Habitat for Humanity with their project located at 178 Rockwell Avenue in Pontiac. We are seeking volunteers to participate in the project. The team is limited to the first ten people who register through the Habitat website. Our tentative task includes installation of casing and base trim. Tasks may change based on progress of the build.
To participate with our group, you must create a profile on the Habitat website and BE SURE to enter Construction Association of Michigan as your group name. Locate the 178 Rockwell property on the list of available projects, use the links at the top of the page to navigate to July 28th. then f
ollow the steps to volunteer as part of our group.
If you have any questions, please contact Tracey Alfonsi at CAM (248) 972-1000.
Click here to register
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CAMTEC Upcoming Webinar - Concurrent Delays
Concurrent Delays - The Owner's Newest Defense - July 29
When owners impose liquidated damages at the end of a delayed project, contractors typically respond with allegations of concurrent delay. That is, they argue, some or all of the project delay was actually caused either by the owner or an outside force that forgives liquidated damages. As owners generally do not impose liquidated damages until the end of the project, the contractor's claim of concurrent delay frequently is not submitted until the project is complete. This program examines how concurrent delay is asserted by contractors to defend against owner assessment of liquidated damages.
Click here to register for this July 29th webinar.
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| READY TO BE A ROLE MODEL? 
As the construction industry struggles to fill positions available for field personnel and project management teams, there has never been a better time for YOU to get involved with mentoring our youth. Winning Futures is an award-winning non-profit organization that makes a difference in the lives of young people. They offer school-based mentoring programs and workshops for middle school and high school students in Southeast Michigan. Mentors prepare students to have successful careers and personal lives through the development of character values, goal setting and strategic plans. Students find their mentoring experience invaluable. Mentoring provides students with an opportunity to learn about other professions, and to meet someone outside the classroom who can provide guidance, share personal and professional experiences, and serve as a role model. Winning Futures makes it easy because they provide mentors with a structured setting and topic-based activities to complete with their mentees. With seven schools across Metro Detroit, there's sure to be a mentoring opportunity near your home or office. Learn more on their website or contact Lindsey Gardner at (586) 698-4077 or [email protected]. Your one-hour can change a student's life! |
Free Webinar August 13 - Rebuilding Michigan Construction Businesses with Tax Incentives
Designed to subsidize business costs and reward everyday activities, many Michigan business owners throughout the construction industry are unaware that they qualify for and are entitled to these cash resources. alliantgroup, in partnership with the Construction Association of Michigan (CAM), will discuss the lucrative federal tax benefits that are helping construction businesses in the Great Lake State. Register now by clicking below.  |
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AM 2015 Social Outings: Come Join the Fun!
- July 28 - CAM Young Professionals/Habitat for Humanity
- August 4 - Tiger Game at Comerica Park
- August 15 - Woodward Dream Cruise - CAM Party
- August 18 - CAM Golf - Fieldstone Golf Club
- September 17 - Boy Scouts Building Connections
- September 22 - CAM Fall Sporting Clays - Hunters Creek Club
- September 28 - CAM Golf - Indianwood Country Club
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| COMING UP IN CAM MAGAZINE www.cammagazineonline.com
SEPTEMBER 2015
- Insurance / Bonding
- Decorative Tile
Advertising Deadline July 24
OCTOBER 2015
- Special Issue 'Construction 2015'
Advertising Deadline Aug. 28
NOVEMBER 2015
- Metals / Steel
- Security Integration
Advertising Deadline Sept. 25
DECEMBER 2015
- Excavation
- Embracing the New ADA
- Michigan Construction Outlook 2016
Advertising Deadline Oct. 23
For advertising sales
and information contact Cathy Jones at 248-972-1115 or e-mail: [email protected] |
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