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King County Asks AGC Members to Complete Survey on Procurement
King County Executive Dow Constantine signed an Executive Order to make it easier for vendors to do business with King County. The management consulting firm of Strategica Inc. is conducting an online survey of AGC members for the county to obtain industry feedback regarding these processes. Pl...
Posted on 12/15/2010
LAST CALL: AGC Dues Discount Opportunity
Take advantage of a 2 percent discount by renewing your AGC membership by Dec. 17! Support your AGC community and its great programs in government affairs safety workers’ comp Group Retro and more by returning your invoice. Dues should be in by Jan. 15 but renew early and save! AGC of Washingto...
Posted on 12/15/2010
This is Not a Drill: Be on Alert for Misleading Fax
Previously we reported that companies around the country were receiving a fax from “American” General Contractors looking deceptively like a real AGC (Associated General Contractors) application. Now several AGC of Washington members have reported receiving it. Take note! Click fake fax to see...
Posted on 12/15/2010
More Projects on \Where's the Work?\
The Transportation Improvement Board announced its list of dozens of 2012 funded applications which includes a $1.8 million project in Colville and a $650K project in Granite Falls. Find the link to the complete list as well as many other future projects on AGC’s Where’s the Work? webpage.
Posted on 12/15/2010
Ready for 520 Tolling? WSDOT Provides Info
Although the final toll amounts have not been set (but will be soon) WSDOT is providing information to help commuters understand what will be happening with regard to tolls that begin Spring 2011 on SR 520. Click toll rate info for the proposed toll amounts which vary widely depending on time of...
Posted on 12/15/2010
Hey Foodies, Pick Your Favorite Chef at AGC's Annual Convention
AGC’s Annual Convention on Jan. 28 features an elegant dinner with your choice of menu selections created by noted chefs Bobby Flay and Tom Douglas. What’s your favorite? Flay’s chili-rubbed short ribs with creamy polenta and cotija cheese or Douglas’s Etta’s pit-roasted salmon with grilled shi...
Posted on 12/15/2010
And Don't Forget NATIONAL AGC's Convention in Las Vegas
AGC of Americas 92nd Annual Convention held in conjunction with the 2011 CONEXPO-CON/AGG trade show will provide general and specialty contractors with the opportunity to gain the knowledge and expertise needed to survive and thrive in the coming year. March 21-25 in Las Vegas. Early bird registr...
Posted on 12/15/2010
2011 Legislative Priorities Set by AGC Board
AGC’s Board of Trustees approved the association’s priorities for the upcoming session of the State Legislature. Click 2011 Legislative Priorities to review topics including workers’ comp reform infrastructure investment streamlined permitting and more. For more info contact AGC Government Affair...
Posted on 11/30/2010
AGC Annual Convention is January 28 - Great Early Bird Room Rate!
AGC of Washington’s Annual Convention will be here before you know it. Prepare now to attend a full day that will include education economics elegant dinner and after-party fun. The event will be held at the beautiful Bellevue Hyatt with an exceptional early-bird room rate of $99. Click AGC An...
Posted on 11/30/2010
Pat and Carol McGarry's Dog Clooney Named Best in Show
Pat and Carol McGarry’s dog Clooney takes Best in Show honors at the National Dog Show (photo courtesy dogtime.com).
An AGC contractor earned national honors on Thanksgiving Day – but it wasn’t for construction.
Clooney a beautiful three-year old Irish setter won Best in Show at the National...
Posted on 11/30/2010
John Korsmo Launches New Brand - Now Korsmo Construction
At its headquarters on the Thea Foss Waterway near Tacoma Korsmo Construction’s staff gather around a truck displaying the firm’s new name and logo (photo courtesy Korsmo Construction).
AGC-member John Korsmo Construction announced the launch of a new corporate brand recently. The update inclu...
Posted on 11/30/2010
Goldfinch Bros. Inc. Wins Washington Family Business Award
AGC-member Goldfinch Bros. of Everett received the award from Seattle Business magazine. The awards were created because “a business that can be passed down from generation to generation keeping its core values intact deserves to be celebrated.” Read about the fifth generation of owners in Seat...
Posted on 11/30/2010
AGC Dues Discount Opportunity – Plus New Payment Options
Take advantage of a 2% discount by renewing your AGC membership by Dec. 17! Support your AGC community and its great programs in government affairs safety workers’ comp Group Retro and more by returning your invoice. Dues should be in by Jan. 15 but renew early and save 2%! AGC of Washington no...
Posted on 11/30/2010
Rising Materials Prices, Flat Finished Project Prices Squeezing Industry
Contractors continue to be squeezed by rising prices for key construction materials and flat prices for what they can charge for finished projects according to an analysis of October Producer Price Index figures released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Prices for materials used...
Posted on 11/30/2010
More Future Projects Posted on Where's the Work? Webpage
The $30 million SW 27th Street/Strander Boulevard connection project in Renton and the $16 million water reclamation and reuse project at WSU are some of the in-the-works projects that can be found via AGC’s Where’s the Work? webpage. Click Where’s the Work? for more info (log-in required).
Posted on 11/30/2010
Register Early for National AGC's 92nd Annual Convention and Save
AGC of Americas 92nd Annual Convention held in conjunction with the 2011 CONEXPO-CON/AGG trade show will provide general and specialty contractors with the opportunity to gain the knowledge and expertise needed to survive and thrive in the coming year. March 21-25 in Las Vegas. Early bird registr...
Posted on 11/30/2010
\American General Contractor Association\ is NOT Affiliated with AGC
AGC members across the country have again reported receiving unwanted and unsolicited solicitation faxes from the “AMERICAN GENERAL CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION” (AGC ASSOCIATION) this time with a newly designed fax solicitation under the guise of an Associate Dues Application. Please note that neithe...
Posted on 11/30/2010
Have Company News to Share? Let AGC Know
Has your firm recently received an award? Experienced a transition in leadership? Completed a community service project? If you have news you want to share with 2200 readers of this newsletter contact Jerry VanderWood 206-284-0061 or 800-562-2868.
Posted on 11/30/2010
AGC Dues Discount Opportunity
Take advantage of a 2% discount by renewing your AGC membership by Dec. 17! Support your AGC community and its great programs in government affairs safety workers’ comp Group Retro and more by returning your invoice. Dues should be in by Jan. 15 but renew early and save 2%!
Posted on 11/16/2010
Construction Starts Up 27 Percent Next Year, Forecasts McGraw-Hill
Looking for some positive news? Construction starts in Washington will be up 27% next year according to McGraw-Hill Construction. The forecast is broken down by construction sector. Some examples: Office construction up 74 percent; road construction down 0.2 percent; healthcare construction u...
Posted on 11/16/2010
AGC Welcomes New Members!
The following firms have been approved for membership: LDG Business Funding (contractor funding); CNA (insurance); Paasche Construction Inc. (new and remodel commercial residential and public works); Delhur Industries Inc. (heavy highway); COBRA BEC (building envelope construction); and AMO Const...
Posted on 11/16/2010
Save the Date! AGC Annual Convention is January 25
AGC of Washington’s Annual Convention will be here before you know it. Prepare now to attend a full day that will include education economics elegant dinner and after-party fun. The event will be held at the beautiful Bellevue Hyatt with an exceptional early-bird room rate of $99 for AGC member...
Posted on 11/16/2010
AGC Needs Your Help to Honor our Service Men and Women
Do you have a friend or loved one who have served or is still serving in Iraq or Afghanistan? Please send us photos of them! At its upcoming Annual Convention AGC of Washington would like to honor the family members employees or friends of AGC members serving in these dangerous places. Ray Pie...
Posted on 11/16/2010
Jobsite Theft Reminders
AGC’s Safety Department reminds members that unfortunately current economic challenges could increase the brazenness with which jobsite thefts occur. There have been reports that criminals have passed unnoticed on jobsites because they have apparel with company logos legitimate-looking paperwork...
Posted on 11/16/2010
Ferguson Construction Gives Students Reservoir Tour
Bob Maus Safety and Risk Manager for Ferguson Construction Inc. provided a job site safety and construction tour for students from the New Market Skills Center in Tumwater WA. Twenty eight students and four instructors took a two hour tour of the Maple Leaf Reservoir project being constructed ...