Senate May Vote on $1.2T Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill on Saturday
After years of politicians in Washington, D.C. talking about rebuilding our nation’s infrastructure, this bipartisan bill currently being considered in the Senate represents a prime opportunity for talk to turn into action. This measure would invest more than $1.2 trillion to build and rebuild key components of our nation’s physical infrastructure. In addition to making a step towards returning our infrastructure system to world-class, this historic investment will create a significant number of new construction career opportunities that pay well above jobs in other industries.
Read AGC’s full analysis of the bill for more information. Additionally, below is a linked summary of what’s in the bill for each construction market:
Urge President Biden and your members of Congress to pass the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Simply complete the AGC Action Alert to send the pre-written message and/or tweet to your elected leaders or modify it with personal information on how this issue impacts you and your business.
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AGC Golf Tournament a Great Success
Thank you to everyone who played in and sponsored today's annual golf tournament! With beautiful weather, this sold-out event was an excellent time of enjoying the company of our industry peers.
Congratulations to Sean McBride (USI), Tony Diehl (PWS, Inc.), James Dickey (PWS, Inc.), and Isiah Dilley (PWS, Inc.) on their winning team score of 56!
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AGC of Minnesota Foundation Awards Scholarships
AGC of Minnesota is pleased to announce the student scholarship recipients for the 2021/22 academic year.
Two students received the C.S. McCrossan Scholarship:
- Justin Babcock | U of M Minneapolis | Civil Engineering
- Brandi Rutten | U of M Minneapolis | Civil Engineering
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Receiving the AGC of Minnesota scholarships:
- Emmanuel Kumi | Minnesota State Moorhead | Construction Management
- Karli Schmitt | U of M Minneapolis | Construction Management
- Eva Sharot | Minnesota State Mankato | Construction Management
- Jordan VanRisseghem | St. Cloud Technical College | Land Surveying
- Bridget Womack | University of Wisconsin, Whitewater Campus | Occupational Safety
Students were awarded the scholarships at today's AGC Golf Tournament.
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Drought Causes Suspension of Water Permits
Minnesota’s severe drought is forcing the DNR to suspend certain water permits. If you have a project in red on this map, then consumptive water usage either has been suspended or is being reviewed for suspension. Contact the local hydrologist listed on your permit or you can find the contact to your local hydrologist on AGC’s Drought Page. |
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Know Your Options for Ownership Succession
It’s an intricate, dynamic situation when an owner retires from their construction company. With thoughtful planning, you can successfully address many of the complex challenges of transition. Get familiar with the options, and begin thinking about the resources and strategies you’ll need to collect the value you deserve for your company — and leave the legacy you earned. Learn more
By Mike Utz, Principal, CLA Minneapolis
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Nominations Open for AGC Awards
On October 13, AGC will honor the recipients of our annual safety awards, the Skill, Responsibility & Integrity (SRI) Award, and the Lifetime Achievement Award!
Members are invited to nominate individuals for the SRI and Lifetime Achievement Awards here, and for the Jeff Jensen Memorial Construction Safety Excellence Award here.
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Last Chance for MPCA Grants
AGC members have another opportunity to assist in reducing Green House Gases (GHG) by applying for funds to replace heavy-duty diesel vehicles with all-electric, cleaner diesel, or alternative fuel models. The funds used to offset replacing a heavy-duty vehicle are from the national agreement agreement with Volkswagen. Public, private, and non-profit organizations and tribal governments are all eligible to apply.
Details on types of vehicles eligible and how much can be offset can be found here. Applications are due no later than THIS MONDAY, August 9, 2021.
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MnDOT Office of Civil Rights Proposed DBE Goals Public Hearings
The Minnesota Department of Transportation invites public comment on the proposed statewide goals for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation in highway and transit contracts for federal fiscal years 2022‐2024.
The DBE program is an affirmative action program intended to level the playing field by providing contracting opportunities for small businesses that are owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.
MnDOT is required by the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration to set statewide goals for disadvantaged business participation in federally funded projects over the next three years.
Two virtual public hearings are scheduled on the following dates to discuss the goals and methodology and receive public comment:
- Aug. 17, 2021 (2-4 p.m.)
- Aug. 18, 2021 (9:30-11:30 a.m.)
The statewide goals and executive summary will be made available for public inspection Aug. 2 ‐ Sept. 2, 2021, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Minnesota Department of Transportation, 395 John Ireland Blvd, St. Paul, Minn. and here. Public comments will be accepted until Sept. 2, 2021.
For Zoom links, contacts, and more information, visit the DBE Goals page. |
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2021 Sporting Clays Fundraiser
Spots are selling quickly, but there is still space for you on September 15 at Minnesota Horse & Hunt Club for our annual fundraiser! Funds raised are used for scholarships for students pursuing degrees in the construction industry.
Get all the details and register here. |
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Thank you to our Title Sponsor,
RDO Equipment Co.!
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AGC Awards Recognition Evening
Join us on October 13 at International Market Square, as we honor the recipients of our annual safety awards, the Skill, Responsibility & Integrity (SRI) Award, and the Lifetime Achievement Award!
Details and registration coming soon.
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Holiday Reception
Join us on December 7 at the Metropolitan Ballroom for our holiday reception!
Details and registration coming soon.
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The 2022 Minnesota Construction Summit is the industry event of the year, bringing together construction industry professionals for two days of inspiration, education, and networking!
More details on attending, exhibiting, and sponsoring here!
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