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DFDM Project Updates
DFDM Project Updates

The State of Wisconsin has sent out information to all construction and design firms. The resources are available here. Please reach out to RJ Binau at the Department of Administration with any questions. Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted03/20/2020


Please Donate N95 Masks
Please Donate N95 Masks

The COVID-19 outbreak is placing tremendous strain on Wisconsin health care's supply of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). Many health care systems are either out or running dangerously low on face masks (specifically NIOSH 95 masks, or N95s). This equipment is critical to protecting our... Continue Reading

Postedby Chris Klein
Date posted03/20/2020


Federal Legislation Update on COVID-19
Federal Legislation Update on COVID-19

On Tuesday, Linda Darr, ACEC National President/CEO sent a letter to all Senators raising concerns about the impact of the coronavirus response legislation on engineering firms. The Senate could vote as early as tomorrow on HR 6201. As Senate Majority Leader McConnell stated earlier, he expects... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted03/18/2020


WisDOT Response to COVID-19
WisDOT Response to COVID-19

Today, ACEC participated in call with WisDOT Secretary Craig Thompson and other industry representatives to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on Wisconsin’s transportation system. The bottom-line is Secretary Thompson said “All systems go.” They are working every day to put... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted03/18/2020


Employment Law Considerations for COVID-19
Employment Law Considerations for COVID-19

Late last night, the House made changes to HR 6201, and the Senate is beginning consideration today. Family/Sick Leave and Assistance to Employers UPDATE: Late on March 16, 2020, the House passed significant modifications to H.R. 6201 that are designed to mitigate the impact on employers. The... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted03/17/2020


Awards Banquet Postponed
Awards Banquet Postponed

Due to recent directives by Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers, and the CDC, we have postponed the April 17th Awards Banquet and roundtable. We took this action out of an abundance of caution. We are excited to celebrate the industry’s accomplishments and to welcome ACEC President & CEO... Continue Reading

Postedby Chris Klein
Date posted03/17/2020


Legislation Information on COVID-19
Legislation Information on COVID-19

The following information is from ACEC National that has compiled information for firms to consider. Please see the information below and use the hyperlinks to access the handouts:As we continue to navigate through this new reality we are all trying to keep on top of I wanted to provide some... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted03/16/2020


Statement from ACEC Wisconsin: Novel Coronavirus
Statement from ACEC Wisconsin: Novel Coronavirus

Updated 04.27.20 The health of ACEC Wisconsin employees and members is at the forefront. We are relying on local, state and federal health officials to provide additional information and guide us through this process. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates on a regular... Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Veit
Date posted03/10/2020


TIC Wraps Up Successfully
TIC Wraps Up Successfully

Over 300 people attended the 2020 Transportation Improvement Conference this week. We had a great time and we hope you can join us in 2021 for more education and networking. Thank you to all attendees and our sponsors! Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted03/5/2020


May 28 Business Meeting and Baseball Event
May 28 Business Meeting and Baseball Event

Save the date and plan to attend the Annual Business Meeting. May 28, 2020Miller Park, Milwaukee 9:30 a.m. Meeting | 12:10 p.m. First Pitch The event includes: Diversity & Inclusion Education To provide more member value, we’re adding a diversity and inclusion training. The Diversity... Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Veit
Date posted02/28/2020


Register for the Awards Banquet
Register for the Awards Banquet

Members, guests and clients are invited to celebrate the achievements of volunteers, firms and the industry overall at the Awards Banquet. We will honor Engineering Excellence Award winners, the Leadership Class of 2020 and a select handful of ACEC WI volunteers. This year, we will be celebrating... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted02/26/2020


National Updates & Principals Roundtable
National Updates & Principals Roundtable

ACEC National President/CEO Linda Bauer Darr will provide updates on ACEC National’s latest initiatives. We’ll then turn the floor over to you for a Principals Roundtable Discussion. It is our classic event format with a focus on national issues. Join us during the day for this meeting... Continue Reading

Postedby Andrew Heidtke
Date posted02/24/2020