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University of Wisconsin–Madison Hamel Music Center
University of Wisconsin–Madison Hamel Music Center

2020 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: raSmithClient: Strang Inc. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a world class institution that was outgrowing its facilities. Designing a new music center to house the School of Music was important to accommodate the school’s... Continue Reading

Postedby Steve Roloff
Date posted02/17/2020


South Pointe Business Park
South Pointe Business Park

2020 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: MSA Professional Services Inc.Client: City of Sparta The City of Sparta is a rapidly growing community conveniently located near I-90. It is also the self-proclaimed “Bicycle Capital of America.” Any future development... Continue Reading

Postedby Shelley Granberg
Date posted02/17/2020


Hartford Municipal Airport Runway Construction Program
Hartford Municipal Airport Runway Construction Program

2020 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Mead & Hunt Inc.Client: Hartford Municipal Aiport Most people are familiar with the large airports in their state, the ones that service large planes and substantial commercial traffic. But there are many more small airports... Continue Reading

Postedby Meghan Stiklestad
Date posted02/17/2020


Iowa State Penitentiary Historic Structures Report
Iowa State Penitentiary Historic Structures Report

2020 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Mead & Hunt Inc.Client: Iowa Department of Corrections The Iowa State Penitentiary is an imposing site – comprising 29 buildings on a 55-acre campus. After its closure in 2015, the community was substantially affected and... Continue Reading

Postedby Stacey Keller
Date posted02/17/2020


Wisconsin Statewide LED Retrofit Implementation Plan
Wisconsin Statewide LED Retrofit Implementation Plan

2020 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: KL Engineering Inc.Client: Wisconsin Department of Transportation Many people know the value of replacing their old lightbulbs with new LED bulbs. LEDs use substantially less energy and last longer. Governments know this too but planning... Continue Reading

Postedby Mike Scarmon
Date posted02/17/2020


Grand Avenue Pedestrian Bridge Rehabilitation
Grand Avenue Pedestrian Bridge Rehabilitation

2020 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: Ayres Associates Inc.Client: City of Eau Claire Bridges are recognizable structures that serve utilitarian purposes. The Grand Avenue bridge has become a part of Eau Claire’s identity. The aging bridge structure was an eyesore... Continue Reading

Postedby Daniel Sydow
Date posted02/17/2020


Attend Legislative Day
Attend Legislative Day

There's still time to sign up for Legislative Day! We'll be visitng 60 Representatives and Senators, hearing from great speakers and learning the value of grassroots advocacy. It's our most important advocacy event of the year so sign up today. Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted02/12/2020


Participate in #EngineersMakeItHappen Campaign
Participate in #EngineersMakeItHappen Campaign

Help us make a splash during Engineers Week: Now (Feb. 10-14): Print, share and display the poster in your office. Include #EngineersMakeItHappen in your content planning for social media. During Engineers Week (Feb. 16-22) Share the social media graphic using hashtags:... Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Veit
Date posted02/10/2020


Member News 2.4.20
Member News 2.4.20

Strand Associates announces the retirement of Mike Felker, PE. Read the full press release below: 'It is with the warmest appreciation and best wishes for the future that we announce the retirement of COO Michael C. Felker, P.E., effective February 3, 2020. It is difficult to summarize the many... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted02/4/2020


January 2020 Conduit/WisPAC Update
January 2020 Conduit/WisPAC Update

We are now less than a year away from the 2020 elections and the political process is heating up. ACEC WI is involved in political fights over bills about interior designers and plastic pipes. Conduit contributors will help us step up and support candidates that support us on these issues. We have... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted01/29/2020


Register Now for the TIC
Register Now for the TIC

Early Registration Deadline: Saturday, February 1 Register today for the Transportation Improvement Conference! Join hundreds of engineers and WisDOT staff for two days of education and networking. This year's agenda offers something for everyone. PDH credits are available too. Anyone working... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted01/28/2020


Member News 1.28.20
Member News 1.28.20

raSmith is pleased to announce that Paul Ford has joined the firm's Brookfield office as a structural bridge engineer. Read the full press release below: "Paul Ford has joined raSmith in Brookfield, Wisconsin, as a structural bridge engineer. Ford brings nearly 15 years of experience as a... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted01/28/2020