THE LATEST NEWS FROM CAM
July 31, 2023
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- Revving Up the Excitement: The CAM Cruise-In Is Just Around the Corner!
- Support the Most Important Fundraiser of the Year for Local Scouts
- CAM's Fall Sporting Clays Is SOLD OUT! Sponsorships Are Still Available
- CAMTEC's Featured Classes
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CAM Member Benefit: Streamline Your Electronic Payments with SFP
- NEW! CAM Introduces Two Nine & Dine Golf Outings for New Members
- Coming Soon! Buyers Guide Contracts for the 2024 Edition
- Registration for the AIA Celebration of Architecture Is Now Open
- Enter ACEC/Michigan's Engineering & Surveying Excellence Awards Today
- MDOT Holds Public Meetings to Discuss Michigan Line Safety Improvements
- Comments Sought on Proposed Rule to Clarify PPE Standard
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Get ready to rock the CAM Cruise-In again this year!
Enjoy a shaded front-row seat to the Woodward Dream Cruise, with BBQ and live music by Black Mountain Sons. This is a free, family-friendly event for CAM members at the CAM HQ on Woodward Avenue in Bloomfield Hills. Pre-registration is required. Sponsorships are available!
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Support the Most Important Fundraiser of the Year for Local Scouts |
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The "Networking Event for Construction Professionals," Building Connections is the largest annual gathering of the construction community in southeastern Michigan, providing a unique opportunity for informal business and social interaction while supporting the Scouting program for area youth and their families.
September 14th | 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Union Carpenters & Millwrights Skilled Training Center | Detroit
Network, socialize, and support a worthy cause with all members of the industry, from general contractors, subcontractors and developers, to architects, designers, engineers, and a multitude of vendors. Enjoy silent auction items, raffle, prize drawings, gourmet food stations, open bar, and of course, fellowship throughout the evening. CLICK HERE > to register. Sponsorships are available!
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CAM's Fall Sporting Clays Is SOLD OUT! Sponsorships Are Still Available
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EMAIL > Patti Scherer if you'd like to be added to the waitlist or support the event with a sponsorship.
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Please see the links below for upcoming class information, cost, and registration. If you need further assistance, EMAIL > Patti Scherer or call (248) 972-1133. CAMTEC also has training rooms to rent! Contact us for more information.
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August 29th | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
September 4th | 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Mon & Thu through October 23rd
15 sessions - 4 of the sessions conducted virtually
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September 6th | 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Virtual
September 12th | 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
September 13th-14th | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
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CAM Member Benefit: Streamline Your Electronic Payments with SFP
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SF Processing: Service First Processing (SFP) and the Construction Association of Michigan began the merchant processing program for members in November 2022. Over the last 8 months, 100% of the CAM member statements evaluated showed savings with the SFP program.
The average cost savings for participating members is $2,902 per year. What are you waiting for? If you process electronic payments (credit card and ACH/check), contact SFP today and start taking advantage of this valuable member benefit. CLICK HERE > for more information.
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Attention new CAM members: We are happy to announce the first golf outings specifically curated for you! Join us on August 31st or September 28th for the first Nine & Dine New Member Golf Outings. These small group (limit 20 players) outings are exclusively designed for new members to experience the value of CAM networking alongside CAM's President & Vice President in addition to current/past CAM board members. Enjoy a 9-hole golf scramble with a cart, great business networking, and even better company. Plated dinner on the patio to follow. CLICK HERE > for more information and to register.
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Coming Soon! Buyers Guide Contracts for the 2024 Update |
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The CAM Construction Buyers Guide continues to be the most user-friendly and comprehensive construction directory available in the state. CAM continues to amp up this resource, and your company's information is now being regularly accessed through not only the print books, but via the Buyers Guide website and the CAM app.
There are many ways to boost your listings and build your business - contact your membership representative or EMAIL US > to discuss the best way to leverage this major member benefit.
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Registration for the AIA Celebration of Architecture Is Now Open |
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The AIA Detroit Celebration of Architecture is the largest annual gathering of AEC professionals in Michigan, and AIA Detroit is proud to use it as a platform to showcase how design can be a driver for sustainable and equitable development around the world. This year's event takes place on Thursday, September 21st, in Shed 3 at Detroit's Eastern Market. Sponsors, exhibitors, and volunteers are needed for this annual event. Early bird tickets are available until September 8th! CLICK HERE > to register.
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Enter ACEC/Michigan's Engineering & Surveying Excellence Awards Today |
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ACEC/Michigan celebrates and promotes achievements by engineering companies through its annual Engineering & Surveying Excellence Awards.
Projects from across the state compete each year for the coveted "Eminent Conceptor" Award. In early November, a panel of judges will evaluate the projects based on innovation, complexity, client satisfaction, and future value to the profession. Intents to enter this year's competition are due August 18th, with completed project submittals due by September 22th. CLICK HERE > for more information.
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MDOT Holds Public Meetings to Discuss Michigan Line Safety Improvements |
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The Michigan Department of Transportation is hosting two public open houses on safety improvements on the Michigan Line, which carries Amtrak’s Detroit-Chicago passenger train service. The meetings take place on August 7th in Kalamazoo and on August 8th in Dearborn. The purpose of this project is to enhance pedestrian safety along the railroad corridor at locations known to have hazardous conditions. Enhancements could include fencing, special pavement marking, signs, anti-trespass panels, or other improvements. CLICK HERE > to learn more and to provide your input.
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Comments Sought on Proposed Rule to Clarify PPE Standard |
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OSHA has announced a notice of proposed rulemaking to clarify that personal protective equipment for construction workers must fit each employee properly to protect them from occupational hazards. According to the statement, the failure of standard-sized PPE to protect physically smaller construction workers properly, as well as problems with access to properly fitting PPE, have long been safety and health concerns in the construction industry. Comments and hearing requests must be submitted by September 18th. CLICK HERE > to learn more.
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Construction Association of Michigan | 248.972.1000 | Fax 248.972.1001
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