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2019-2020 Board of Directors Slate of Candidates
2019-2020 Board of Directors Slate of Candidates

The Nominating Committee is pleased to announce the slate of candidates for the 2019-2020 Board of Directors: Chair: Kim Lobdell, PE, KL Engineering * Chair-elect: John Kissinger, PE, GRAEF Secretary-Treasurer: Dave Way, PE, Mead & Hunt National Director: Dave Brose, PE, EMCS Director: Jeff... Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Veit
Date posted03/20/2019


May Transportation Quarterly Meeting
May Transportation Quarterly Meeting

The Transportation Quarterly Meeting brings together WisDOT and consultants for a day of education and networking. It's important for ACEC WI members to come out in force to follow up on the great momentum generated by the TIC. Even if you can't attend, consider sending someone from your firm to... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted03/19/2019


Improving Safety and Quality of Underwater Bridge Inspections
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Improving Safety and Quality of Underwater Bridge Inspections

Written by: Roy Forsyth, PE, CWI, C.H. and Mark Mutziger, PE; Collins Engineers Engineers are intimately aware that what is out of sight, cannot be out of mind. Bridges often have foundations in waterways. Even though they often cannot be visually seen, they need to support the bridge no matter if... Continue Reading

Postedby Mark Mutziger
Date posted03/12/2019


February Conduit/WisPAC Update
February Conduit/WisPAC Update

Thank you to everyone who attended Legislative Day and made it our biggest one ever. This provided momentum moving in 2019 and the biennial budget debates. ACEC WI is already tracking important legislative actions so please consider participating in the Conduit/WisPAC right away. Below is the list... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted02/27/2019


Members News 2/22/19
Members News 2/22/19

Strand Associates is pleased to announce that Kent Locy, PE has been promoted to vice president. Read the full press release below: 'Strand Associates, Inc.® (Strand), announces the promotion of Kent Locy, P.E., Senior Associate, to Vice President, effective January 1, 2019. Kent joined... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted02/22/2019


Legislative Day Recap
Legislative Day Recap

Thank you to everyone who made this year's Legislative Day our most successful iteration yet. We started off strong with a keynote address from Governor Tony Evers, followed by a crash course in national and state legislative priorities. Then, attendees visited with representatives and senators to... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted02/21/2019


Alexander Airport Park
Alexander Airport Park

2019 Engineering Excellence Award | Best of State Entering Firm: Becher-Hoppe Associates Inc.Client: Southeast Side Neighborhood GroupOwner: Wausau and Marathon County Parks DepartmentCategory: Special Projects Alexander Airport Park is a small park in Wausau near the city’s airport. The... Continue Reading

Date posted02/18/2019


Eau Claire Grand Avenue Half Moon Lake Bridge Replacement
Eau Claire Grand Avenue Half Moon Lake Bridge Replacement

2019 Engineering Excellence Award | Best of State Entering Firm: Ayres Associates Inc.Client: City of Eau ClaireCategory: Structural Systems The Grand Avenue Half Moon Lake Bridge is a keystone bridge for the community because it was the only way to access Carson Park. Carson Park is the... Continue Reading

Date posted02/18/2019


Lower Yahara River Trail Construction
Lower Yahara River Trail Construction

2019 Engineering Excellence Award | Best of State Entering Firm: Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.Client: Dane CountyCategory: Special Projects Madison and its suburbs sit around extensive natural resources that attract visitors and benefit residents. To facilitate access to lakes and parks, a... Continue Reading

Date posted02/18/2019


Meister Cheese Company WWTP Energy Improvements
Meister Cheese Company WWTP Energy Improvements

2019 Engineering Excellence Award | Best of State Entering Firm: Strand Associates Inc.Client: Meister Cheese CompanyCategory: Energy Meister Cheese Company was looking to expand its operations and reduce costs; it identified its wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) as a bottleneck. The high... Continue Reading

Date posted02/18/2019


Park Falls State Highway 182 Bridge
Park Falls State Highway 182 Bridge

2019 Engineering Excellence Award | Best of State Entering Firm: MSA Professional Services Inc.Client: Wisconsin Department of TransportationCategory: Structural Systems The City of Park Falls strives to balance the natural resources with industry. In particular, paper mills drive the... Continue Reading

Date posted02/18/2019


2019 Engineering Excellence Award Winners
2019 Engineering Excellence Award Winners

In celebration of Engineers Week, ACEC Wisconsin proudly announces the 2019 Engineering Excellence Award winners. The awards program recognizes and celebrates engineering achievements that demonstrate the highest degree of skill and ingenuity.Visit the Awards Gallery to learn how the 2019 winners... Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Veit
Date posted02/18/2019