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Michigan Members Attend ACEC Convention; Make Visits With Congressional Delegation

(5/2/2008)
ACEC/Michigan members attended educational meetings during Annual Convention and spent two busy days meeting with Michigan members of Congress to discuss important legislative issues


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NHI 3-Day Bridge Inspection Refresher Training (FHWA-NHI-130053)

(5/2/2008)
Offered October 14-16, 2008 in Lansing


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ACEC Welcomes 3 New Members

(4/18/2008)
ACEC Membership remains strong in tough economy


Over 100 Engineers & Architects Visit Legislators

(4/18/2008)
Members of ACEC, AIA and MSPE drove to Lansing on April 15 to participate in 13th Annual Legislative Day


Senator Alan Sanborn: 2008 ACEC Legislator of the Year

(4/18/2008)
Senator Sanborn receives award during the Annual Architects & Engineers Legislative Day held April 15, 2008 in Lansing


ACEC files Amicus Brief in Miller vs. Allstate Case

(4/10/2008)
Michigan Supreme Court to hear Miller vs. Allstate; ACEC seeks to protect engineering firms who incorporated under the Michigan Business Corporation Act


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ACEC/M Recognition Luncheon

(4/9/2008)
'Honoring Our Own'.  ACEC/Michigan's Annual Recognition Luncheon to recognize 07-08 board members, committee chairs...


ACEC National Convention April 27-30, 2008

(4/1/2008)
An Invitation to Winning in 2008 is the theme for this annual event held in Washington, DC


Michigan Transportation Team launches 'Fix Our Roads NOW' ad campaign

(3/21/2008)
Coalition asking legislators to take action now to fix crumbling Michigan roads and bridges


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Governor Granholm Announces Appointments to PE Board

(3/19/2008)
Two appointments to the Board of Professional Engineers from ACEC member firms


2008 Michigan Environmental Compliance Conference

2008 Michigan Environmental Compliance Conference

(3/19/2008)
ACEC sponsors MDEQ conferences scheduled at 3 locations


Increased Penalties Legislation Receives Hearing

(3/14/2008)
House Bills 4937 & 4938 to increase penalties for those who practice engineering, architecture or surveying without a license


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ACEC New Leaders Series: Understanding What it Takes to Become a Leader

(3/14/2008)
New Leaders Breakfast meeting set for Tuesday, April 8, 2008 in Farmington Hills


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Work Zone Design and Application Training Class

(3/7/2008)
Offered April 16-17, 2008 at the Okemos Holiday Inn Express.


Transportation Funding Task Force Begin their Work

(3/7/2008)
The Transportation Funding Task Force (TF2) and Citizen's Advisory Committee (CAC) hold first meeting in Lansing; Chairs elected


Register Today for Legislative Day on April 15

(3/6/2008)
Architects and Engineers strongly encouraged to meet with Legislators in Lansing on April 15


Tony Kratofil Appointed as MDOT Bay Region Engineer

(2/29/2008)
Mr. Kratofil to replace Terry Anderson upon his retirement


Rowe Incorporated ACEC 2008 Firm of the Year

(2/25/2008)
Firm honored during annual awards event on February 23


Michigan Consulting Engineering Firms Honored

(2/25/2008)
ACEC of Michigan and the Michigan Society of Professional Engineers held their Annual Engineering & Surveying Excellence Awards Banquet February 23


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CEO Roundtables scheduled in Plymouth and Grand Rapids

(2/22/2008)
Don't miss these popular roundtables offering an opportunity to learn from and network with felllow industry peers


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ACEC Seeking Nominations for 2008 QBS Awards

(2/18/2008)
Please nominate a state or local entity that uses a Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) process when procuring engineering services


ACEC/MDOT Partnering Conference Continues to Please Attendees

(2/11/2008)
Despite heavy snow the previous day, attendance at an all time high


Transportation Funding: Governor Makes Appointments to Task Force and Citizens Advisory Committee

(2/6/2008)
Russell A. Gronevelt of Orchard, Hiltz & McCliment, Inc. to represent ACEC/Michigan on Citizen's Advisory Committee


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Engineering & Surveying Excellence Banquet Set for February 23

(2/1/2008)
Winning projects, ACEC Firm of the Year, silent auction, scholarship recipients and Felix Anderson/Vern Spalding award winners; all part of banquet being held at the Kalamazoo Air Zoo


ACEC-backed legislation moves out of Committee

(2/1/2008)
Senate Bill 865 will return A/E/C liability limits to previous levels


ACEC Partners with MDOT to Increase Interest in Engineering

(1/25/2008)
Transportation and Civil Engineering (TRAC) Program designed to offer 'hands-on' experience for middle & high school students and teachers, volunteers needed!


House Bill Introduced to Better Define 'Employed by this State'

(1/18/2008)
HB 5636 to provide relief to some retired state employees who return to work


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ACEC New Leaders Series: 'Making the Most Out of Networking Opportunities'

(1/11/2008)
Don't miss this opportunity for future leaders involvement in ACEC/Michigan


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ACEC Extends Scholarship Application Deadline to January 16

(1/10/2008)
ACEC committed to providing assistance to deserving students pursuing careers in engineering and surveying


ACEC PAC Honor Rolls

(1/8/2008)
ACEC Member firms once again 'step up' to ensure a successful PAC campaign


MDOT ACEC Partnering Conference Set for February 7, 2008

(12/20/2007)
The annual MDOT ACEC Partnering Conference is held to improve the quality of engineering related issues and understanding between the two entities


Bill to Create 'Road Funding Task Force' Approved by Legislature

(12/14/2007)
ACEC named to 'Citizen's Advisory Committee' in the legislation


Engineering Excellence Judging Complete

(12/7/2007)
Winners to be announced at the Engineering & Surveying Excellence Banquet on February 23 at the Air Zoo in Kalamazoo


House Passes Bills to Correct 'Miller v. Allstate' Decision

(12/6/2007)
Bills would provide relief to A/E firms incorporated under the Business Corporation Act


MDOT Seeks Comments on Draft 2008-2012 Transportation Program

(12/5/2007)
Comments should be postmarked or electronically dated on or before December 21, 2007.


ACEC Hosts Fundraiser for House Speaker

(12/4/2007)
ACEC, and partners AIA and MSPE, host fundraiser for House Speaker Andy Dillon


Tax on Services Repealed!

(12/3/2007)
Saturday Evening Governor Signs House Bill 5408 Repealing the Service Tax


Michigan Youth Engineering & Science (YES!) Expo a Success

(11/9/2007)
ACEC of Michigan partners with the Design and Construction industry to host exhibit during the Michigan YES! Expo at Detroit's Ford Field


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Risks Associated with Supplanting

(11/8/2007)
While supplanting sounds like something only a gardener need be concerned with, it is a term that every engineer should be aware of.....


Concrete Paving Inspection and Structures Module

(11/8/2007)
ACEC/M and MDOT have partnered to offer a 4-day Concrete Paving Inspection and Structures Module January 22-25, 2008. See attached PDF for schedule and registration form or visit the ACEC Calendar to register on-line.


Tax on Services Defined; ACEC joins 'Ax the Tax' Coalition

(10/31/2007)
Michigan Department of Treasury website provides information to businesses on new "Tax on Services"; "Ax the Tax" press conferences scheduled for November 1


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ACEC Adopts 3-Year Strategic Plan

(10/10/2007)
ACEC Board of Directors Establish Priorities for Association


MDOT to Conduct Workshop to Improve Process for Consultant Payments

(10/9/2007)
Department seeking ACEC input during review of consultant payment process


Legislature Passes Income Tax Increase & New Tax on Services

(10/1/2007)
Legislature finally agrees on legislation to balance the 2007/2008 State Budget...many businesses unhappy with tax on services


Several ACEC priority bills received hearings

(9/17/2007)
ACEC attended each of the hearings and provided testimony.


Legislature Balances 2006/2007 State Budget

Legislature Balances 2006/2007 State Budget

(7/10/2007)

A new Michigan Business Tax also agreed upon to replace the Single Business Tax; Increase Penalties Bill for unlicensed practice of engineering & architecture introduced




ACEC of Michigan Elects New President and Board of Directors

(7/2/2007)
FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Ronald W. Brenke, ACEC/Michigan 517-332-2066


Firm of the Year Awards

Firm of the Year Awards

(6/25/2007)
Congratulations to Orchard, Hiltz & McCliment and RS Engineering, 2007 ACEC Large and Small Firms of the Year.


ACEC of Michigan Announces 2007 Scholarship Winners

ACEC of Michigan Announces 2007 Scholarship Winners

(5/11/2007)
Future engineers honored for their academic achievements.