Category Archives: Association News and Events

CLEVELAND, OH — During these challenging times, the need is greater than ever to help our fellow Americans who are serving on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. As winter approaches, there will be a need to assist our healthcare professionals and first responders serving on the front lines with snow removal services and […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Construction input prices remained virtually unchanged in October compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices also remained unchanged for the month. Construction input prices increased 1.1% between October 2019 […]

In Memoriam:  1933 – 2020 With deepest sympathy to his family and many industry friends, we are saddened to inform you of the passing of Isadore “Izzy” Ture. Saratoga Springs, NY- Isadore (Izzy) John Ture, age 87, of Saratoga Springs, New York, passed peacefully with his family by his side on October 23, 2020. Born […]

As you may know, a group of AGC Chapters in the Northeast Region have been working together to keep abreast of COVID-19 regulations and trends so we can share timely information, best practices, and ideas with our member companies. While our states have employed slightly different approaches, our collective goal has been to keep construction […]

GLEN ELLYN, IL — In these unprecedented times, we have seen our businesses, communities, country, and world adapt to our current circumstances. The Asphalt Emulsion Manufacturers Association (AEMA), Asphalt Recycling & Reclaiming Association (ARRA), and International Slurry Surfacing Association (ISSA), known together as the Pavement Preservation & Recycling Alliance (PPRA), are no different. The PPRA […]

Your ticket is completely free! With one day to go, register today! The conference is a must-attend event if you are a demolition contractor, equipment owner, user or manufacturer. The event, starting at 15:00 (UK time) on the 12th, will include presentations highlighting challenging demolition projects from around the world, together with a virtual awards […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. —The construction industry added 84,000 net new jobs in October, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. During the last six months, the industry has added 789,000 jobs, recovering 73% of the jobs lost during earlier stages of the pandemic. Nonresidential […]

  Support Hits 20-Year High WASHINGTON, DC— Voters in 18 states have approved a record 94 percent of state and local ballot initiatives to date, providing an additional $14 billion in one-time and recurring revenue for transportation improvements throughout the country, according to an analysis by the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA). Results are still pending for 13 […]

Nomination Deadline: December 1, 2020 Program starts December 16-17 The Associated General Contractors of New York State proudly presents a program designed to assist the construction contractor member in developing future construction company managers and leaders. The Future Construction Leaders of New York State (FCLNYS) program will help teach the issues involved in managing a […]

  Alissa Sternagle, a corporate safety training manager at Cheshire, Connecticut, based Lane Construction Corp., and Cory Gaye, the corporate safety director for York, Pennsylvania, headquartered Wagman, Inc., have been elected to the Safety Certification for Transportation Project Professionals™ (SCTPP) program’s Certification Commission. The nine-member commission is independently appointed by the ARTBA Foundation and is […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. economy expanded at an annualized rate of 33.1% during the third quarter of 2020, helping to offset a significant share of the economic loss sustained during the second quarter, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. Increases in […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Transportation construction companies from three states were recognized for their outstanding employee safety programs during the American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s Annual Convention. The annual ARTBA “Contractor Safety Awards” were created to promote worker safety and health as core values of the transportation design and construction industry. The contractor finalists were […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) announced the election of its 2020-2021 officers during its annual business meeting at the association’s national convention, held virtually this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They include: Chairman: Steve McGough, president and chief financial officer, HCSS, Sugar Land, Texas Senior Vice Chairman: Ward Nye, […]

WASHINGTON, D.C.— A chief state transportation engineer, a vice president at HNTB Corp., two transportation policy project managers, and a women-led civil engineering firm are the 2020  winners of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Foundation’s “Women Leaders in Transportation Design & Construction” awards. The awards were presented in three categories Oct. 20 at […]

  WASHINGTON, D.C.— David Zachry, CEO of San Antonio-based Zachry Corp. and a long-time volunteer leader in the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), is the 2020 recipient of the organization’s highest honor— the “ARTBA Award.” It was presented Oct. 20 during a special ceremony at ARTBA’s national convention. Established in 1960, the ARTBA Award […]

The New York State Department of Labor has issued guidance about the new paid sick leave law.  All AGC NYS members are strongly encouraged to review the new paid sick leave law requirements. Additionally, AGC NYS is hosting an informative webinar about the NYS Paid Sick Leave Law and Other Pandemic Leave Laws on Wednesday, October […]

During this pandemic, companies are adapting to the education and training challenges for their employees by utilizing virtual learning. Some IAAP member companies may host webinars, a YouTube channel, website, or other platform to convey information to people working in the mining industry. IAAP has been collecting links from members such as the law firm […]

WASHINGTON, D.C.  Oct. 8—More than 85% of contractors have been negatively impacted by COVID-19, according to the results of an August reader survey conducted by Construction Executive magazine, which is published by Associated Builders and Contractors. Supply chain disruptions, prolonged municipal permitting processes and delayed inspections due to office closures are all factors contributing to […]

Wednesday, October 28, 2020 | 1:00pm-3:00pm Cost: $35 for AGC NYS members and $55 for non-members The New York State Paid Sick Leave Law requires all private sector employers to provide sick leave to their employees each calendar year: employers with 0-4 employees to provide up to 40 hours of unpaid sick leave each calendar year; employers with 5-99 […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Associated Builders and Contractors is honored to announce it has received the Pledge to America’s Workers Presidential Award, which will be presented today at a White House event. Among nine recipients, ABC was selected based on its achievements in workforce education and fulfilling its 2018 pledge to recruit and upskill at least […]