Negotiations Update
AGC has reached tentative agreements on new collective bargaining agreements with many of the trades. As the agreements are ratified by the union members and allocations determined, we are posting the new allocations on our website (members, contact Renee if you need login credentials). We also will provide, as always, an update on negotiations in May. |
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Week 13: Bipartisanship and Report Cards
There are a number of highlights for AGC members this week:
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- One of AGC’s legislative priorities got a big push this week. The Senate voted on SF 3068, authored by Sen. Jeff Howe (R-Rockville), to fully dedicate the sales tax on auto parts to transportation. Getting a standalone vote on a single bill is no small feat as the legislature is working through large omnibus bills at this point in the session. The bill received overwhelming bipartisan support with a 59-7 vote in favor of the measure. Thank you to our fellow business partners and colleagues in the trades for their joint advocacy and for those of you who responded to our action alert. There is not an equivalent bill on the House floor, but the bill will be a part of end-of-session negotiations between the House and the Senate. The House took up their transportation package this week. Their proposal is combined with state government finance, pensions, and veterans, and includes additional $225m for transportation. Their proposal includes state matching funds for the federal infrastructure bill.
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- Many Capitol goers are still on bonding bill watch. A capital investment bill must originate in the House, and there has yet to be a bill introduced. This a fairly typical in a capital investment year, where a bonding bill is one of the last negotiated items. Stay tuned!
- A deal was brokered on replenishing the unemployment insurance trust fund and frontline worker pay. It is expected that the State will need to issue refunds to businesses for the payroll tax increases related to the UI fund as the deal was negotiated after quarterly payments were due. There is no action needed by businesses right now and we’ll have more information next week once the deal is finalized by the legislature and the Governor.
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- The American Society of Civil Engineers released their Infrastructure Report Card this week. Overall, the state's infrastructure got a C. Out of 10 categories, roads were its lowest score with a D+.
"We had eight different criteria that we used: capacity, condition, funding, future need, operation and maintenance, public safety, resilience, and innovation," ASCE Minnesota chapter President Andy Nordseth said. Tim Worke spoke at the press conference with elected leaders and ASCE about the importance of the Report Card as a quality management tool to assess our infrastructure. This report comes out every four years.
There are just a few weeks left of session with their adjournment date set on May 23 rd. Contact Laura Ziegler with any questions. |
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Stay in the know with AGC Action Alerts
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Spring Load Restrictions to End in all Frost Zones
MnDOT will end spring load restrictions in various frost zones on the following dates:
- Restrictions in the southeast and metro frost zones end Monday, May 2
- Restrictions in the south frost zone end Friday, May 6
- Restrictions in the central frost zone end Friday, May 13
- Restrictions in the north-central and north frost zones end Monday, May 16
Please check with local agencies prior to increasing any weights on their routes. The sign erected on the roadway governs the load limit in effect.
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MnDOT Seeks Input on Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan
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The Best Way to Sell Used Equipment Begins with the Right Buyer: Your Equipment Dealer
The used equipment market is hot and showing no signs of cooling off. The demand for quality, used equipment is strong, with dozers, excavators, and loaders the top three most sought-after machines in the market. If you’re looking to move machines out of your fleet, RDO Equipment Co. can be a great partner in the process. Here are five reasons why working with RDO is the best way to sell equipment. Learn more
Dennis Howard, Vice President of Equipment, RDO Equipment Co.
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AGC Foundation Scholarship Application Open
Students pursuing a secondary degree in a construction related field are encouraged to apply for an AGC of Minnesota Foundation scholarship!
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION NEWS |
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Boys & Girls Club of the Twin Cities Inspires Innovation in Youth
AGC Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Yolanda McIntosh served as a panel judge for a competition recently put on by the Boys & Girls Club of the Twin Cities
With a focus on involving more youth in the Benefit Program, teens competed in a Shark Tank-style competition to raise funds for their project idea. Teens formed groups with mentors to help them through the process. The winning group was awarded $5,000 toward their project idea (a podcast by and focusing on life experiences of youth on the West Side of St. Paul). The remaining groups were awarded $1,000 each. Congratulations to each team for their project ideas!
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Signatory Contractors:
Women Building Success Award Nominations Open
Women Building Success is designed to recognize, celebrate, and promote the success of women in union construction trades. This year, the Women Building Success Awards Ceremony will be held in person on Wednesday, June 1 at the Kellermans Event Center in White Bear Lake. If your company would like to nominate at least one woman in the trades, please submit a nomination form. Nomination deadline: May 18, 2022
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MN Construction Crew Union Hiring Event
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Register for the AGC Golf Tournament!
There's currently room for 15 more foursomes at the 2022 AGC golf tournament, which will be held Friday, August 5 at Keller Golf Course.
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2022 Sporting Clays Fundraiser
Registration is now open for the 2022 Sporting Clays Fundraiser, held on Wednesday, September 14! Proceeds go to the AGC of Minnesota Foundation, which provides scholarships to students pursuing a career in the construction industry.
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Spring 2022 Construction Economic Webcast
Join the Chief Economists of the Associated General Contractors of America, the American Institute of Architects, and ConstructConnect on Tuesday, May 10 for an in-depth discussion on what’s in store for the construction industry for the remainder of 2022 and beyond. We'll also get an update from ConstructConnect's Content Team on the latest Project Intelligence.
This free webcast is open to anyone interested in the North American Construction Economy.
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AGC Members Received Over $1.6M last year using the AGC Home Depot Pro Discount Program
AGC and The Home Depot have the tools to help you get more done faster. With convenient shopping, delivery how you need it, dedicated Pro support and a cash-back rebate program, we can help you reach your business goals.
Participating AGC Members with semi-annual net purchases of over $12,500 will receive a 2% rebate. Enrollment is free. Learn more
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AGC Continuous Membership Milestones
Congratulations to these AGC members celebrating milestone years of AGC membership in 2022!
75 Years
- Grazzini Brothers & Company
65 Years
- Abbott, Arne, Schwindt, Inc.
- Adolfson & Peterson Construction
- McGough Construction
- Road Machinery & Supplies Co. and RMS Rentals
- Swanson & Youngdale, Inc.
60 Years
- Swingen Construction Company
55 Years
- Ames Construction, Inc.
- Ceco Concrete Construction, LLC
50 Years
- Cy-Con, Inc.
- Gray Companies, Inc.
- Meisinger Construction Company, Inc.
45 Years
40 Years
- Amerect Inc.
- Fabyanske, Westra, Hart & Thomson, P.A.
- Great American Insurance Company
- Industrial Builders, Inc.
- Rainbow Inc.
35 Years
- Commercial Fabricators, Inc.
- Maertens-Brenny Construction Co.
- Northland Constructors of Duluth
- Willis Towers Watson
30 Years
- C.R. Fischer & Sons, Inc.
- Maguire Agency
- Peters, Revnew, Kappenman & Anderson, P.A.
- RDO Equipment Co.
25 Years
- Tioga Air Heaters, LLC dbaTioga HVAC Rentals
20 Years
15 Years
- Duininck, Inc.
- Engelsma Construction, Inc.
- Gary Carlson Equipment Co.
- Hovland, Inc.
- J & R Larson Grounds Maintenance, LLC
- Northern Industrial Erectors, Inc.
- Northland Concrete & Masonry Company, LLC
- Redstone Construction, LLC
- T.E.A.M./Total Employee Assistance Management
- Woody's Rebar Co., Inc.
10 Years
- Arcoro
- Dunwoody College of Technology
- Fehn Companies, Inc.
- John A. Knutson & Co., PLLP
- Larkin Hoffman, Attorneys
- Purple Wave Auction
- Resource Professionals Alliance
- Titan Machinery
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Save the Date!
Mark your calendar for the following AGC events coming up in the next year!
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