AGC Educational Sessions:
COVID Mandates Update and Prefab/Modular Debate
Over 100 AGC members heard this morning from Kurt Erickson (Littler) and Mark Becker (Fabyanske, Westra, Hart & Thomson, P.A.) on the latest in COVID mandates and their impacts on employment and contract issues. This update was followed by a lively debate regarding whether the common law or UCC applies in prefab/modular construction. Representing the two sides of the debate were Corey Bronczyk (Arthur Chapman Kettering Smetak & Pikala, P.A.) and Alex Beeby (Larkin Hoffman).
If you are an AGC member and would like the recording of either event, please contact Mike Schechter.
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MN House of Representatives Offices to Remain Closed for 2022 Session
The MN House is set to hold virtual committee meetings during the legislative session, which begins on January 31, 2022. There is one room in the State Capitol set up for hybrid hearings that could be used. The State Office Building, where representatives’ offices are located, will be closed to the public. Speaker Melissa Hortman (DFL-Brooklyn Park) indicated that the policy may change as health and safety conditions evolve.
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Join AGC of MN’s Legislative Committee
The Legislative Committee will meet virtually in the next month to review AGC’s Legislative Agenda and make recommendations to the Board of Directors for approval. Meetings are scheduled for Oct. 28, Nov. 4, and Nov. 18 for one hour. To join, please contact Laura Ziegler. |
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2021 Recognition Evening Photos
View photos from the 2021 Recognition Evening here. |
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CM-Lean: Take the Full Series or
Individual Units at a Relaxed Pace!
Entire series (Units 1-7) spread out over 5 months (November 2021 - March 2022). All classes are virtual via Zoom.
Everyone related to the construction process has an incentive to get the project done faster and at a lower cost. Lean Construction is based on the holistic pursuit of continuous improvements aimed at minimizing costs and maximizing value on a construction project.
The AGC Certificate of Management-Lean Construction (CM-Lean) Program consists of seven units that have been designed to develop deep knowledge of both the theory and application of Lean Construction.
There will be 13 sessions from November 11 to March 15 from 11am - 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Register for Fall 2021 STP Classes
Registration is open for two STP units (in-person and online participation options) beginning in November:
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NSBA Steel Bridge Forum
Join NSBA, MnDOT and ACEC/MN next Tuesday-Thursday for the three-day NSBA Steel Bridge Forum, featuring 9 PDHs across three days - full session list and schedule below at the link above.
This event will be offered free of charge, but attendees are encouraged to make a contribution to the ACEC/MN Scholarship program.
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2021 AGC Holiday Reception
Join us on December 7 at the 2021 AGC Holiday Reception at the Metropolitan Ballroom and Clubroom! This annual event is our chance to celebrate another wonderful year with our peers in the commercial construction industry.
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! |
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Congratulations to North Risk Partners and Travelers, celebrating 80 and 60 years of continuous membership with AGC of Minnesota this year, respectively! |
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North Risk Partners
80 years of continuous membership
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Travelers
60 years of continuous membership
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION NEWS |
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AGC Diversity and Inclusion Awards
Applications are currently being accepted for AGC’s Diversity and Inclusion Awards (sponsored by Willis Towers Watson). The deadline has been extended. Apply by November 1, 2021 to be considered.
AGC will present a total of six awards in the following categories:
The AGC awards programs recognize the nation's most pioneering projects as well as talented and community-minded contractors, innovative and successful AGC chapters, student chapter achievements, and contractors implementing outstanding safety programs. More specifically, the D&I awards seek to raise awareness of the value that a diverse workforce and inclusive environment brings to a company.
AGC member companies in good standing who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply online for some much-deserved recognition. Apply by November 1, 2021 to be considered. Click on the award link(s) above for details and to access the application.
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ONE WEEK LEFT:
Please Share Your Experience in the 2021 Industry Assessment Survey
- How did the pandemic impact your firm in the past year?
- What is your policy on professional staff working remotely?
- Which barriers prevent your firm from doing more business with minority/women/veteran-owned firms?
- Which factors impact your firm's use of JATC training programs or hiring of apprentices?
- How are material lead times affecting your ability to bid work?
Your answers to these and other questions help create a comprehensive assessment of the entire construction industry.
The survey link was sent to our primary contact at all AGC member firms, and is open to any contractor, architecture or engineering firm, or service provider/supplier to the commercial construction industry.
The survey will close NEXT FRIDAY, October 29, 2021. One response per firm, please.
If you are a contractor, industry service or supplies provider, architect, or engineer and would like the link to the survey for your firm, please contact Renee Horsman.
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The Resource: AGC of Minnesota's Podcast
"AGC Safety Services, with Matt Semerad"
AGC CEO Tim Worke and Director of Safety Services Matt Semerad discuss the CHASE partnership with MNOSHA, the history and future of safety within the industry and the association, and Matt's background as he takes on his new role at AGC.
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Now is the time to become an AGC Annual Partner for 2022!
or contact Jennifer to create partnership customized to your needs.
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Your Trusted Resource
Associated General Contractors of Minnesota
525 Park Street, Suite 110 | St. Paul, MN 55103
651-632-8929
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