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Charles W. Davis, Jr,
PhD, SSGB
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Changes like this in the world will help pave the way for engineers’ future by uniting us and bringing our communities together to create a positive impact. | We can say the train is moving, so let us get started. Reflecting on my message in August, engineering is the foundation of the world that sets trends. As engineers, we pledge to uphold the highest moral standards in the development of innovative modern technologies and essential infrastructure, among other contributions to the state’s continuous advancement. Our work has an impact on every aspect of our lives. | | |
CE Reporting Now Mandatory for all PEs
All Professional Engineers licensed in Florida must report their continuing education to renew their licenses during the upcoming renewal period. Florida Statutes required this change because the percentage of PEs failing the random CE audit was too high for two consecutive renewal periods.
Professional Engineers (PEs) in Florida are required to complete 18 continuing education (CE) course hours every two years. Professional Engineers must report their continuing education using the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Free Tracking System.
Out of the 18 required hours, one hour must cover Florida laws and rules for Professional Engineers from a Board-approved provider, and one hour must focus on professional ethics. Four hours should be specific to the engineer’s area of practice, while the remaining twelve hours can pertain to any topic relevant to the practice of engineering.
Professional Engineers whose practice includes the design of engineering works or systems in connection with buildings, structures, or facilities and systems covered by the Florida Building Code, must also complete an Advanced Building Code course prior to participating in the design of engineering projects covered by the code.
The CE provider will directly report ONLY the Florida laws and rules course. It is the only course that will be listed in your account on Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s website at myfloridalicense.com.
Professional Engineers are responsible for reporting the remaining 17 hours through the NCEES Tracking system. The Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE) has step-by-step online instructions to help PEs set up their free NCEES account and directions on uploading CE documentation.
To assist with reporting any continuing education our members have earned through FES|ACEC Florida, we have complied a listing of all PDH credits we have provided since March 2023 on our website HERE.
PEs should not send their CE credits directly to FBPE. FBPE will verify the completion of all required courses after the renewal period ends.
For more information on mandatory CE reporting for PEs, see the Continuing Education tab of our website or visit fbpe.org.
The current renewal period for Professional Engineers licensed in Florida opens on November 5, 2024, and the deadline is February 28, 2025.
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FREE Webinar to Help With Mandatory CE Reporting
FES members can attend a free webinar, How to Report Your CEs, on September 26, 2024, from 1:00 - 2:00 pm with Dylan Albergo, Chair of the Florida Board of Professional Engineers, to help navigate the new mandatory reporting requirements. Dylan will review the new process of submitting CEs in the NCEES database and answer questions from participants.
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Play Golf to Help Future Engineers Find Transportation Careers | |
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Florida Construction Career Days (CCD) provide high school students an opportunity to see a variety of transportation industry careers, including project management, environmental management, road design and construction, and traffic management.
Tampa Bay is hosting a best ball foursome golf tournament to benefit its CCD on September 6, 2024. You can find details here.
Northwest CCD is hosting a scramble foursome golf tournament on September 27, 2024. Details are here.
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Advertise in the 2025 FES & ACEC Florida Annual Directories | |
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For over 50 years, the FES and ACEC Florida Annual Directories & Guides have been two of the most valuable tools the associations provide our members. By advertising, you will have exclusive access to one of the largest engineering networks in the nation. The Directories are distributed to over 2,500 Engineers and 300 Florida-based engineering firms.
Contract Due: September 9, 2024
Artwork Due: September 16, 2024
Please note: To receive a 15% discount for purchasing ads in BOTH directories, you must fill out the printed 2025 Advertising Contract and email it to Meghan Shiner, Communications Coordinator.
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Save the Date for FES Fall Chapter Leadership Training | |
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Have you ever wondered who the friendly voice on the other end of the line at FES HQ is? Or how staff can assist with your Chapter events? Then, you should attend the next Chapter Leadership Training in Tallahassee on October 29-30.
Designed to assist current and upcoming Chapter leaders in leveraging resources available from FES, this is a training you do not want to miss.
Mark the dates on your calendar and be watching for registration to open soon.
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Participants at FES HQ for Chapter Leadership Training | |
2024 FES | ACEC Florida Annual Conference Highlights | |
July 2024 Board of Directors Meeting Highlights | |
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The FES Board of Directors met on July 24, 2024, preceding the FES | ACEC Florida Annual Conference.
Highlights from this meeting include:
- Approval of the 2024-2025 FES Slate of Officers.
- Approval to create a joint ACEC Florida and FES Workforce Development Committee.
- Approval to move forward with the Building Committee's Recommendation of selling the current properties and purchasing a new property.
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Approval to hire a management company to oversee the building.
The next FES Board of Directors meeting is on November 13, 2024, in Tampa preceding Session I of the 2025 FELI Class.
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Spend Your Money Where it Matters | |
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FES and ACEC Florida are pleased to offer our inaugural all-inclusive purchasing opportunity. Geared to members and non-members alike, our goal is to maximize the value of available advertising options and provide brand visibility to targeted audiences.
Take advantage of advertising in any of our publications that give exclusive access to one of the largest engineering networks in the nation. Opportunities to advertise include:
• Annual Directories & Guides
• Engineering Florida Magazine
• Career Center & Job Board
• Website Sponsorships
Our Advertising Kit provides package options so you can bundle and save, or a-la-carte ordering to customize your branding and message.
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John C. Milnor
June 12, 1932 - June 17, 2023
John Campbell Milnor of Seven Springs, Florida, died June 17, 2023, in New Port Richey. He was 91. Born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on June 12, 1932, he was the son of Sidney and Jean Milnor. He grew up there, attended Lycoming College, and graduated from Lehigh University in 1956. Following service in the U.S. Navy, he began his career as a civil engineer. He was a sales engineer for Armco Steel Drainage Products Division and later was employed as a program manager in the State of Maryland’s program to administer wastewater improvement grants to municipalities.
Throughout his career and afterward, John was active in local chapters of the American Society of Civil Engineers, and the National Society of Professional Engineers in New York, Maryland, and Florida. After retiring, he resided in the Seven Springs Villas Golf and Country Club, served on various Home Owners’ Association boards and committees, and generously applied his energy and engineering expertise to numerous projects for the community.
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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
BROWARD
David Castro Feliu
Andrei Perim
CALUSA
Susan Dzibinski
Ali Ozdagli
CENTRAL FLORIDA
Manuel Richardson, PE, PTOE, RSP1
Joseph Roberts, Jr
Timothy Wineberg,PE
DAYTONA BEACH
Briar Brogna
GULF COAST
Michael Layne
MIAMI
Valentina Barrios
Christopher Benitez
Nicholas Garcia
Kathy Lajo
James Rhyne, III
Leonardo Rodriguez
Carlos Rosero
MYAKKA
Christopher Allison
NORTH CENTRAL
Margaret Deaderick
PINELLAS
Marcello Tavernari, PE
RIDGE
Jonathan Jones, PE
TAMPA
Nicole Marino
TREASURE COAST
Holly Kruse
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NEW STUDENT MEMBERS
Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University
Thomas Erdos
FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Nickolas Harvey
Florida Atlantic University
Jonnithan White
Florida Gulf Coast University
Samantha Smith
Florida International University
Reechensky Joseph
Florida Polytechnic University
Isabella Duran
Miami Dade College - North Campus
Sebastian Emmanuel
University of Central Florida
Zachary Camacho
Kelsi Davis
Richard Hagen
Megan Laffey
Kamsiyochi Mba
Logan Spires
University of Florida
Karthik Boregowda
Benjamin Levine
University of West Florida
Dale Utsey
Valencia College
Skyy Jones
Joshua Lyle
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Senior Engineer
Organization: South Florida Water Management District
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Engineer II (N/S) (Stormwater)
Organization: City of Tampa
To apply, click here.
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