Stress on our water supplies is on the minds of the public and the legislature, and it has only been underscored by our record setting and devastating drought. The current drought—still underway
AGC paying its dues in 2012
Written byThe Chapter Board of Directors’ Meeting in January was as fast paced and intense as I've ever seen it, and I plan to exploit this momentum to its fullest potential. If you did not make it to ...
NORTH TEXAS AREA Covering Amarillo, Childress, Lubbock, Wichita Falls, Fort Worth and Dallas.
Written by AGCTXSo far, Old Man Winter has been fairly tame for the North Texas Area and has only flirted with us by dropping only small amounts of the white stuff across the further reaches of North and West...
HOUSTON & EAST TEXAS Covering Houston, Beaumont, Atlanta, Bryan, Lufkin, Paris, Tyler and Waco.
Written by AGCTXWhen reflecting over a year of our efforts in this industry, one can always claim that many changes have taken place. In the case of this report, however, 2011 was a recordsetting year...
Members gathered to celebrate the holiday season at The El Paso Club on December 13, 2011. About eighty guests enjoyed the festivities as they were entertained by pianist Leopoldo...
AUSTIN AREA
Written by AGCTX2012 is off to a great start in the Austin area! The end of 2011 provided a well-needed rest and opportunity for reflection on the accomplishments of the year...
LOWER COST QUALITY
Written byThe Construction Division considers many issues of importance to us and members of the Associated General Contractors. Saving money while maintaining quality is important, and TxDOT...
Stronger Infrastructure Moves America Ahead: Aging Roads And Bridges Nationwide Diminish Our Nation's Productivity
Written by John Ruan III, Kristine Young, and Mary Vermeer AndringaStronger economic growth and more jobs are on every American’s list of resolutions as 2012 begins. But the question remains whether Congress will play a supporting role...
Please remove all those from under 18 years of age from the Capitol building. Perhaps such a sign should have been prominently posted near the granite edifice during the last ...
2012: A Look Ahead
Written by2012 started off with a bang as people put away holiday decorations and focused on Presidential politics. Although its winner rarely becomes the nominee, the January 3rd Iowa Republican...
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Financing our way out of Gridlock
Written byThe first state gasoline tax was imposed in 1923. It was for one cent, and 25 percent went to the school fund. In 1929 it went to five cents. With the Interstate Act, 1956, it was three cents, and then increased to four cents in...
Around The State
Written by ACGTXJohn Casey stands between a rock and a hard place
SOUTH & WEST TEXAS Covering San Antonio, Pharr, Laredo, Yoakum, San Angelo, Brownwood, and Abilene
Written by ACGTX2011 is over and 2012 is here! With that brings new challenges for AGC and our members. Funding is on the front burner for 2012 as we prepare for the State Legislative Session in 2013...
