THE LATEST NEWS FROM CAM - September 30, 2020 |
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FEATURED IN THIS ISSUE:
- Join Us for CAM's 5th Annual Legislative Breakfast Webinar
- Is Your Company Celebrating a Milestone Anniversary?
- Construction Buyers Guide: There's an App for That
- CAM Members Are Eligible for Tuition-Free College!
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CAMTEC's Upcoming Classes
- Remembering Long-Time Industry Colleague Dale McAtamney
- Do You Have a Workers' Comp Plan that Pays You Back?
- Learn About Exciting Opportunities at the MDOT Virtual Career Fair
- NECA 2020 LIVE Takes Place Next Week
- Registration Is Now Open for the National Hardware Virtual Show
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Electrification Virtual Summit: Continuing the Conversation in 2020
- Connect & Learn at USDOT's Bonding Education Program in Detroit
- Giving Back: Support Michigan's Iron Belle Trail
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Join Us for CAM's 5th Annual Legislative Breakfast Webinar |
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All CAM members are invited to participate in a live webinar discussion with our Michigan legislators.
Tuesday, October 20th - 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Participants will enjoy a discussion on several construction industry-related issues, policies and legislation, including performance/prompt pay, workforce development, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Michigan's budget. Also expect an update on top legislative initiatives for the rest of 2020 and 2021 and get an opportunity to submit questions to your state legislators.
Register by Friday, October 16th. Sponsorship opportunities are available.
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Is Your Company Celebrating a Milestone Anniversary? |
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CAM Magazine's December issue will honor CAM member companies whose milestone anniversaries are in this calendar year or next. Any anniversaries ending in 5 or 0 are welcome.
Companies celebrating 25 years or more will be highlighted with descriptive write-ups and photos. All others will be recognized in list format by year.
CAM is proud of the success of its member companies. Contact Diane Sawinski no later than November 1st for inclusion in the December issue.
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Construction Buyers Guide: There's an App for That |
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With the advent of mobile phones and our increasing dependency on them to perform day-to-day business operations, the time has come for the print version of the Buyers Guide to undergo a dramatic transformation into a fast, user-friendly mobile app.
Since August of 2019, the CAM team, together with our development partner jacapps, has been working to bring you the Construction Buyers Guide App, soon to be available in the Apple and Android stores. It will be free to download!
Click here for more information on getting listed, or call (248) 972-1000.
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CAM Members Are Eligible for Tuition-Free College! |
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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, along with leaders in education, business, labor and workforce development, launched the nation’s first program offering tuition-free college to an estimated 625,000 Michiganders who provided essential, frontline services during COVID-19 Stay Home, Stay Safe orders between April to June 2020. Workers critical to the continued operation, construction, maintenance, or rehabilitation of critical infrastructure are considered to be essential, as defined by this program. As long as the interested applicant meets the other requirements, they are eligible to apply.
Frontline workers are encouraged to visit Michigan.gov/Frontliners to explore eligibility requirements, view a list of local community colleges, and to start your application – even if you don’t have a high school diploma. Sign up to receive the latest Futures for Frontliners information by subscribing to email updates.
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CAMTEC's Upcoming Classes |
Please see the links below for upcoming class information, cost, and registration. If you need further assistance, email Kacey Lewis or call (248) 972-1133.
Accounts Receivable Management & Collection - ONLINE
October 13th – 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Prepare your accounts receivable administrator with the tools necessary to manage the collections process timely and efficiently, from the first call to the day you cash the check. Review the court processes, including the collection suit and foreclosure. Click here for more info and to register.
Part 45 – Fall Protection – MTI Required – ONLINE
October 13th – 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Attendees will review the MIOSHA Part 45 Construction Safety Standard for Protection including the latest OSHA and MIOSHA interpretations. Examine recent fatal falls in construction and discuss the latest fall protection techniques for construction. Click here for more info and to register.
Mitigating Contract Risk - ONLINE
October 14th – 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Construction contracts often contain clauses that must either be negotiated out of the agreement or, if they cannot be negotiated, notes as an important requirement and followed by the project team. This class identifies the most common risk-shifting clauses and presents strategies for negotiating over, mitigating, and managing them. Click here for more info and to register.
Managing Multiple Projects
October 20th – 8:30 a.m-12:00 p.m.
This course presents the principles used in Project Management. The project environment is discussed, as well as tools to plan organizational response to work. Project management implementation is explained including the effective management of resources. Strategy and tactics are explained to manage project change, and effective project closeout is discussed. Click here for more info and to register.
OSHA 10-Hour for Construction
October 22nd-23rd – 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Gain a basic understanding of the hazards present in most construction projects. Learn to identify, and then avoid, reduce, or eliminate job hazards and become familiar with required record-keeping and MIOSHA enforcement procedures. Students will receive an OSHA Construction Safety and Health 10-Hour course completion card. Click here for more info and to register.
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Remembering Long-Time Industry Colleague Dale McAtamney |
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It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the death of Dale Michael McAtamney, age 70, of Chesterfield. Dale was actively involved with the Construction Association of Michigan for many years, having served as Chairman of the Board of Directors in 2003 as well as serving as a board trustee on CAM’s Industry Advancement Program.
Dale was also an active member of the Glazing Contractors Association, serving in many capacities on the board and as President of the Association. For many years, he represented the industry as a trustee on the Glazier’s Industry Advancement Fund. He co-owned and operated Armor Glass & Metal Inc., and over the years also worked for Glasco and Modern Mirror & Glass, among others.
View his Tribute page here. A memorial mass takes place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 24th at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 22412 Overlake St., St. Clair Shores. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Do You Have a Workers' Comp Plan that Pays You Back? |
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Does your current worker's comp provider pay you back when claims don’t exceed premiums paid? The Construction Association of Michigan Workers’ Compensation plan (CAMComp) does! CAMComp is a group self-insurance program designed for and operated by your peers in the construction industry.
Using industry expertise to develop a workers’ comp plan that puts employees’ health and safety first, CAMComp provides contractors, subcontractors, builders, and suppliers with affordable, comprehensive, and trusted workers’ compensation coverage. Click here to explore CAMComp's new website and request a quote today.
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Learn About Exciting Opportunities at the MDOT Virtual Career Fair |
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Individuals interested in exploring careers at the Michigan Department of Transportation are encouraged to attend a virtual career fair on Tuesday, October 6th from 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Careers at MDOT include electricians, engineers, transportation technicians, skilled trades, and more.
This online chat will allow you to explore the available opportunities, connect directly with representatives from participating organizations, and allow you to ask questions and share your background and experience. See current openings here, and click here to register for this event.
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NECA 2020 LIVE Takes Place Next Week |
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The National Electrical Contractors Association's annual conference goes live on October 6th-8th! Participants will enjoy cutting-edge solutions, an interactive trade show floor, product demonstrations, and educational sessions hosted by industry thought leaders.
Registration also includes a Fireside Chat with NECA CEO David Long, who will answer industry questions and announce this year's Academy Inductees.
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Registration Is Now Open for the National Hardware Virtual Show |
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Organizers of the National Hardware Show announced that the 2020 Show will take place virtually on October 12th-15th. This is the first-ever National Hardware Virtual Show. Attendees from the global hardware and home improvement community can expect to find the tools needed to equip customers, empower businesses, and engage with industry leaders from the comfort of their homes or offices.
Registration for the 2020 Virtual Show is now open— members of the industry, retailers, as well as members of the press are welcomed to participate. Click here for more information and to register.
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Electrification Virtual Summit: Continuing the Conversation in 2020 |
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To provide a robust forum for industry stakeholders to address critical work on end-use electrification—both now and in the future—EPRI is excited to announce the Electrification Virtual Summit, taking place October 19th-23rd.
The Summit will offer extensive opportunities for interactive communication with speakers, networking with participants and exhibitors, and educational and informational exchanges. The agenda will enable participants to make the most of their time by focusing on one topic area per day:
· October 19: Electrification & the Modern Grid
· October 20: Electrifying Industrial & Commercial Customers
· October 21: Frontiers of Electric Mobility
· October 22: Community & Customer Benefits
· October 23: Advancing Building & Customer Technologies
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Connect & Learn at USDOT's Bonding Education Program in Detroit |
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The U.S. Department of Transportation in partnership with the Michigan Department of Transportation and the Surety and Fidelity Association of America present FY 2021 USDOT Bonding Education Program in Detroit
Virtual Informational Meeting on October 21st from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Small and disavantaged businesses can learn about the tools and resources available to help them compete for transportation projects in construction, engineering, trucking, and more. Meet agencies that have procurement opportunities and network with surety, lending, and financial representatives to advance your small business. Click here for more information and to register.
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Giving Back: Support Michigan's Iron Belle Trail |
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Michigan's Iron Belle Trail touches hundreds of municipalities and crosses through 48 different Michigan counties. Using existing trails, networks and new connections, the hiking and biking trail extends more than 2,000 miles from the far western tip of the Upper Peninsula to Belle Isle in Detroit.
The trail is 72% complete! A fund has been set up to raise some $100+ million to support the work to finish the trail. Click here to learn more about this trail. For information on the Iron Belle Campaign Fund or to become a donor, email or call Steve DeBrabander (517) 285-4096.
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November 2020
Advertising Deadline October 2
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December 2020
- Company Milestone Anniversaries
- Michigan Construction Outlook
Advertising Deadline October 28
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For advertising sales and information, email Roy Jones or call (248) 972-1115.
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Construction Association of Michigan | 248.972.1000 | Fax 248.972.1001
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