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Ronald M. Colas,
PE, SI, FES Fellow
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I hope you are enjoying the start of summer. As we wind down our fiscal year, I am taking a break from my monthly message. In life, like in engineering, resting and recharging are key to maintaining and improving systems.
Rest assured, FES is in good hands, and I look forward to catching up with you all at the FES | ACEC Florida Annual Conference, July 24-27, in Miami. Keep an eye on your inbox for updates on upcoming events, and don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or ideas.
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New "Onsite Sewage Program" Added to our Water Webinar Series!
FES | ACEC Florida has added an additional session to our water series focused on the Onsite Sewage Program. This comprehensive webinar will enhance your understanding of the program and provide crucial updates on new requirements from the 2023 HB 1379 and the 2016 Florida Springs and Aquifer Protection Act.
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Date: Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 pm EST
Where: GoToWebinar
Key Topics:
- Overview of the Onsite Sewage Program
- Detailed analysis of 2023 HB 1379 and its implications
- The 2016 Florida Springs and Aquifer Protection Act: An update
- Compliance strategies and management tips
- Q&A session with industry experts
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Myakka Chapter Student Wins National MATHCOUNTS® Competition | |
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Congratulations to Benjamin Jiang, the 2024 National MATHCOUNTS Champion!
Ben, a 14-year-old eighth grader from Osprey (Myakka Chapter), solved his way to victory over 223 competitors, including the 2023 National Champion.
As the 2024 National Champion, Jiang will receive the $20,000 Donald G. Weinert College Scholarship.
The Florida MATHCOUNTS team consisted of four students and was coached by Jessica Merrick of Ransom Everglades School. The team placed an impressive fifth place out of 56 states, U.S. territories, and schools that serve the U.S. State and Defense departments.
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Chapter Leaders Visit FES HQ in Tallahassee | |
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Thank you to those members who attended our Chapter Leadership Training last month. We met some new faces and saw some familiar ones. We hope those who attended found it useful and informative. The goal is to teach our Chapter Leaders about the many resources FES has available to them that will help make their jobs easier.
We host these trainings bi-annually, so if you missed this one, you will still have an opportunity to attend.
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FDOTConnect Virtual Training Lab | Roadway Design 3D Modeling | |
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Earn 16 PDHs during this two-day training course designed to include the fundamentals of 3D Modeling. Participants will continue to learn the Bentley OpenRoads Designer Connect Edition tools for design and modeling within the FDOTCONNECT workspace.
June 26 - June 27, 2024
8:00 am - 5:00 pm each day
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Register for the 2024 FES | ACEC Florida Annual Conference | |
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Join the Florida Engineering Society (FES) and the American Council of Engineering Companies of Florida (ACEC Florida) at the beautiful JW Marriott Miami Turnberry, July 24-27, 2024, for the 2024 Annual Conference!
This event allows you to gather with your fellow members from around the state for informative discussions, continuing education, product review, professional group meetings, and social networking.
Registration fees increase after July 17, so don't wait - register today!
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Adopt-A-Student and Make an Impact on Future Engineers | |
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When you register for the FES|ACEC Florida Annual Conference, consider "Adopting-a-Student" to make a significant impact on the future of our profession.
By sponsoring a university student from an FES Student Chapter, you provide them with the invaluable opportunity to attend the conference for free, including their hotel room, educational sessions, and meals. Your support helps nurture the next generation of engineers, offering them the chance to network, learn, and grow as a professional.
You can purchase this option "a la carte" or with a conference registration.
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Play Golf and Support Tampa Bay Construction Career Days | |
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Florida Construction Career Days (CCD) provide high school students with an opportunity to see a variety of transportation industry careers.
The Tampa Bay CCD is hosting its 5th Annual Golf Tournament on September 6, 2024. This Best Ball Foursome Tournament will be played at the beautiful Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club. Lunch and awards will follow golf.
All proceeds will benefit the Tampa Bay Construction Career Days.
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May 2024 Board of Directors Meeting Highlights | |
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The FES Board of Directors met in Ft. Myers on May 2, 2024.
Highlights from this meeting include:
- Approval of Annual Award Recipients.
- Approval to allow voting by electronic ballot. (Article VI in the FES Bylaws)
- Approval of the new State Agency Membership and Local Agency Membership. (Article IV No. 4 in the FES Charter and Administrative Policy No. 66)
- Approval to incorporate funding for the Student Chapters into the 2024-2025 Budget.
- Approval to proceed with the draft logo from Yellow Finch Strategies and present additional details at the next Board of Directors meeting.
The next FES Board of Directors meeting is virtual on June 12, 2024.
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Invest in the Engineering Profession | | |
To be competitive in an increasingly uncertain climate, it is critical that the members of FES and ACEC Florida participate in the political process through meaningful PAC engagement. Donors enjoy a host of benefits throughout the year, including access to special events, donor acknowledgment gifts, and recognition. Those interested in supporting our efforts to advance the goals of engineers and engineering firms may do so in the following ways: | |
Questions? Email Laura Heiselman, Director of Government & Political Affairs. | | |
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FES is proud to welcome this month's new members to our network of over 3,000 professional engineers to enhance successful career paths and providing opportunities to network with engineers in their local communities.
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NEW MEMBERS BY CHAPTER
BIG BEND
Maksim Bahdanovich, EI
James Donahue, PE
BROWARD
Greg Batista
Nestor Santana
CALUSA
Kevin Conor, EI
CENTRAL FLORIDA
Marline Daceus Hardaway
Gerald Johnston, PSM
GULF COAST
Nikole Arrant
INDIAN RIVER
Eric Schwarz PE, LEED AP
MIAMI
Felix Fuentes, PE
Nelson Mojarena, Jr
NORTHEAST FLORIDA
Grant Curtiss, PE
NORTHWEST FLORIDA
Briana Lynch
Tara Moore
PALM BEACH
Trevor Rosecrans
TAMPA
Michael Coleman PE
David Money PE
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NEW STUDENT MEMBERS
FAMU-FSU COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Martin Donohue, III
FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY
Peter Gad
Dianne Watson
Erik White
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Yaroslav Petrashko
Allysa Sellers
FLORIDA POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Elana de Berry
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
Md Israfeel
Daniel Ramos
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
Thomas Cuesta
Seaddh Dalal
Ayame Soejima
VALENCIA COLLEGE
Hershley Caneus
Francisco Cuesta
Callie Padgett
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Water & Sewer Engineering Manager
Organization: Okaloosa County BCC, Human Resources Division
To apply, click here.
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Water & Sewer Project Manager (EIT or PE)
Organization: Okaloosa County BCC, Human Resources Division
To apply, click here.
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Engineering Positions(s)
Organization: A-C-T Environmental & Infrastructure
To apply, click here.
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Senior Land and Site Development Engineer/Project Manager
Organization: Gibson-Thomas Engineering
To apply, click here.
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