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Office: (217) 523-2208
Location: 241 North 5th Street, Springfield, IL 62701
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As we celebrate Labor Day this year, the Illinois Asphalt Pavement Association would like to thank the hardworking men and women in our industry who keep Illinois highways safe, efficient, and accessible. Behind the scenes of motorist's daily commutes, there is a dedicated team of workers who deserve thanks and appreciation.
Our industry works tirelessly to repair, expand, and maintain vital roadways, ensuring that the traveling public can safely arrive at their destinations. Not only is this work physically demanding, but it is also crucial to Illinois's economic growth and our individual quality of life. Illinois is home to an extensive network of highways and roads that connect cities, towns, and rural areas allowing citizens and visitors to reach their workplaces, schools, healthcare facilities, and recreational destinations. The dedication of the asphalt industry's workers ensures that these highways remain open and well-maintained.
As we celebrate this Labor Day, remember that our highways are the result of the collective labor of our industry. Thank you, for your tireless efforts and the invaluable service you provide to our state.
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Professional Engineer Renewal | |
87th Annual Conference - Call for Presentations | |
The Illinois Asphalt Pavement Association's 87th Annual Conference is scheduled for March 11 - 12, 2024 in Springfield, IL. The planning committee is interested in hearing from you on potential topics and speakers. To submit a topic, please complete the short conference topic survey by September 30, 2023. | |
e-Ticketing Industry Survey | |
The Illinois Department of Transportation is investigating its use of e-Ticketing on projects. It will be determining how to proceed with policy and/or specification changes to provide the industry with more opportunities to use e-Tickets if desired. The Department has asked for assistance from the Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers, Illinois Asphalt Pavement Association, Illinois Concrete Pavement Association, and Illinois Ready Mix Concrete Association to provide industry input on e-Ticketing in Illinois. Please complete the industry survey by Friday, September 15, 2023. | |
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Webinars/Meetings
IAPA
Environmental, Health, & Safety Committee Meeting
Oglesby, IL
Wed, November 29, 2023
QC Manager Meeting
Urbana, IL
Tue, December 5, 2023
87th Annual Conference
Springfield, IL
March 11 - 12, 2024
Website
NAPA
Creating Long-Life Pavements
with FAA P-401
Thu, September 7, 2023
2:00 - 3:30 PM Eastern
Distribution Centers:
Built Better with Asphalt
Thu, September 28, 2023
2:00 - 3:30 PM Eastern
On-Demand
APA
Creating Long-Life Pavements with FAAP-401
Thu, September 7, 2023
2:00-3:30 PM Eastern
Distribution Center: Built Better with Asphalt
Thu, September 28, 2023
2:00-3:30 PM Eastern
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Cold Weather Asphalt Paving
IAPA member Murphy Pavement Technology has developed a resource to assist Contractors with cold weather paving.
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IDOT Lettings
March 10, 2023
April 28, 2023
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November 7, 2025
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The Governor issued an amendatory veto of HB2878. In his veto message, the Governors states, "Unfortunately, the bill also extends the authority for public private partnerships (P3s) in Illinois from the Department of Transportation and Tollway to also include counties, municipalities, and any other unit of local government, while not providing proper oversight."
Therefore, this bill which includes changes to retainage and bond requirements will not go into effect until the Illinois General Assembly acts on the bill during the veto session. If no action is taken, the bill fails to become law. A simple majority is needed to accept the changes as amended by the Governor or a super-majority is needed to override the amendatory veto.
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AASHTO re: Source Proficiency Sample Program
Asphalt Mixture Gyratory
- Enrollment Cutoff - April 20, 2023
- Closing Date - July 27, 2023
Asphalt Mixture Solvent Extraction
- Enrollment Cut Off - August 31, 2023
- Closing Date - December 7, 2023
Asphalt Mixture Ignition Oven
- Enrollment Cut Off - September 28, 2023
- Closing Date - January 4, 2024
Sample Schedule Link
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Department of Labor announces proposed changes to clarify regulations on authorized employee representation during workplace inspections | |
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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a notice of proposed rulemaking to revise regulations regarding who can be authorized by employees to act as their representative to accompany the department's Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliance officers during physical workplace inspections.
Specifically, the proposed rule clarifies that employees may authorize an employee, or they may authorize a non-employee third party if the compliance officer determines the third party is reasonably necessary to conduct an effective and thorough inspection.
The proposed changes also clarify that third-party representatives are not limited to industrial hygienists or safety engineers, two examples included in the existing regulation. Third-party representatives may be reasonably necessary because they have skills, knowledge or experience that may help inform the compliance officer's inspection. This information may include experience with particular hazards, workplace conditions or language skills that can improve communications between OSHA representatives and workers.
Congress considered worker participation a key element of workplace safety and health inspections when it passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act," explained Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health Doug Parker. "This proposal aims to make inspections more effective and ultimately make workplaces safer by increasing opportunities for employees to be represented in the inspection process."
In addition to the NPRM's proposed revisions, OSHA is also seeking public comment on the criteria and degree of deference OSHA should give to employees' choice of representative in determining whether a third party can participate in an inspection.
News Release
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Perpetual Pavement Conference Submissions Due Sept 15 | |
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NAPA will be hosting a technical conference Oct. 28-30, 2024, centered on asphalt pavements that perform for the long haul.
NAPA encourages agencies, academics, and industry members to submit abstracts that highlight case studies, research, construction and production practices, pavement design, and other aspects of perpetual pavements. The submission deadline is Sept.15, 2023. Visit the conference website to submit abstracts and learn more about the content we will cover in 2024.
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ILLINOIS TOLLWAY ENCOURAGES DRIVERS TO BE PREPARED FOR LABOR DAY HOLIDAY WEEKEND TRAVEL
7.7 MILLION VEHICLES EXPECTED TO TRAVEL FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY
The Illinois Tollway is encouraging drivers traveling over the Labor Day holiday weekend to make sure their I-PASS and Pay By Plate accounts are ready to go when they take to the road for end-of-summer trips.
The Illinois Tollway expects 7.7 million vehicles will travel on its 294-mile system from Friday, September 1, through Tuesday, September 5. The heaviest travel is anticipated on Friday, September 1, when more than 1.9 million vehicles are expected on the road. On an average day, about 1.5 million vehicles use the Tollway.
“The Illinois Tollway offers drivers a variety of services to help provide safe and efficient travel on the Tollway system as they head out for one last summer road trip of the year,” said Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse. “We want our customers to be prepared as they travel this Labor Day weekend.”
I-PASS and Pay By Plate customers are encouraged to sign up for account service notifications by text messages via SMS. Sign up is quick and easy by logging into accounts on either www.getipass.com or The Official Tollway App and updating your profile.
The Illinois Tollway's SMS texts quickly let you know when it’s time to check on your account and avoid issues that could result in service disruptions and even additional fees.
Illinois Tollway News
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Join us in Springfield for the Illinois Department of Transportation Fall Planning Conference: Transportation Planning for a Livable Community!
The conference will be held October 2-4, 2023, at the Crowne Plaza Springfield Convention Center. The three-day event will attract transportation professionals from around the state. Please join us for this once-a-year opportunity to learn and network with program administrators, transportation engineers, and planning professionals.
Conference registration: https://2023IDOTFallPlanningConference.eventbrite.com
The conference will include breakout session presentations and panels by your peers on the following topics: transit, rail, freight, aviation, marine and active transportation throughout Illinois with a focus on addressing underinvestment in disadvantaged communities. This conference provides an outstanding platform to meet people face-to-face in your field, exchange details and have discussions on future collaborations.
For some after-hours activities, join you peers to explore Lincoln's Home Town.
An agenda will be made available soon!
Click here to reserve a hotel room or call the hotel directly: Group Code: G7D (217-529-7777)
We encourage all planning organizations and transportation professionals to please share this event with your partners.
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Women of Asphalt Illinois | |
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Meet #WofAIL Members
Meet Nicole
@ Gallagher Asphalt
#MemberFeature
I have been in this industry for 3 years. I enjoy the fast paced, ever changing environment! I work with so many great people and am constantly learning new things. Every day brings a new challenge! Working at Gallagher Asphalt has really pushed me outside of my comfort zone to learn and take on new things within the asphalt industry, from working on the plant side as a scale clerk to now being the logistics coordinator in the construction office dealing with all day to day operations.
I believe more women should join this industry because women give a different perspective than men. Bringing both perspectives together can lead to a better work environment along with improved production across the company. There are so many different career opportunities within the construction industry that encompasses both men and women, which seems like a recipe for success.
Nicole Cargill-#WofAIL member
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BOMAG is the world market leader in the field of compaction technology and manufacturer of machines for the compaction of soil, asphalt and refuse. BOMAG provides special solutions for use on landfill sites of all sizes, for recycling damaged asphalt pavement, and for soil stabilization. BOMAG machines fulfill wide ranging requirements with extensive equipment variations and a worldwide internal network of compaction experts
Visit https://www.bomag.com/us-en/ for more information.
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At Kinder Morgan, we take pride in providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of people, communities and businesses who depend on it. The energy we transport helps power homes and businesses and fuels cars and airplanes from coast to coast. we delivery energy to improve lives and create a better world.
Visit https://www.kindermorgan.com/ for more information
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PRI is a national and global leader in materials testing and performance. PRI provides independent, third-party testing, inspection, certification, and other technical services to the Asphalt/Bitumen, Building Materials, Chemical, Construction/Infrastructure, and Energy Markets. Today, PRI encompasses several, separate legal entities providing services to numerous markets. Our shared mission is reflected in the PRI slogan: Testing. Knowledge. Solutions.
exacting standard
s. Visit https://www.pri-group.com/ for more information.
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IAPA Good Government Council
Through the years, the Illinois Asphalt Pavement Association (IAPA) and its Good Government Council Political Action Committee (GGC PAC) have supported elected legislators and officers of Illinois who understand the critical role that highway infrastructure plays in Illinois’ economy. Through these efforts and the hard work of member companies and staff, IAPA is recognized as a leader in our industry. With the recent passage of the historic $45 billion Rebuild Illinois Capital Bill, it is important for GGC PAC to be prepared to ensure the program is implemented as intended. Therefore, IAPA is requesting additional donations from members of the GGC PAC. Plant mix members are encouraged to donate $1,000 to $5,000 and all other membership categories are encouraged to donate $500 to $1000. Please support IAPA's GGC by completing the Donation Form.
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IAPA Scholarship Program
The Illinois Asphalt Pavement Association's scholarship program was started in 1984. To date, the program has awarded over 200 scholarships worth more than $500,000. The purpose of the program is to:
- Promote knowledge of hot-mix asphalt (HMA) and HMA pavements;
- Enhance IAPA's relationship with engineering and construction schools throughout the state of Illinois; and
- Provide educational assistance to qualified students.
Students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate engineering or construction management program at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, University of Illinois - Chicago, Bradley University, Lake Land College, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, or Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville are eligible for the program. Applications are coordinated through each respective university. Students selected for the award are required to complete a minor research report related to asphalt pavements and are invited to attend IAPA's Annual Conference.
Scholarship Form Attached
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Marshall R. Thompson Professorship Endowment
The Illinois Asphalt Pavement Association (IAPA) appreciates the support, guidance, and contributions that Professor Marshall R. Thompson has provided to the Illinois and National asphalt pavement industry over his career. Marshall is well respected by academia, government agencies, and private industry. IAPA members are dedicated to providing high-quality, long-lasting, sustainable pavements to the traveling public and taxpayers of Illinois. In addition, IAPA is committed to ensuring the University of Illinois at Urbana‐Champaign's (UIUC) Civil & Environmental Engineering Department of the College of Engineering remains a national leader in flexible pavement design and asphalt materials. Therefore, our goal is to raise funds from our members to endow the "Illinois Asphalt Pavement Association Marshall R. Thompson Professorship".
UIUC Foundation Statement of Gift Form.
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Thank you for helping Illinois Asphalt keep those
in our community safe on the roads!
Kevin Burke III, P.E.
Executive Vice-President
Illinois Asphalt Pavement Association
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