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NUCA OF NORTH FLORIDA, INC.
THE FLOW
JULY 2014
NUCA OF FLORIDA
ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Happy, Happy, Happy!
July 17th to 20th
Renaissance Orlando
at Seaworld
See page 8 for details
INSIDE THIS EDITION
President’s Message
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Calendar of Events
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Suns Game Highlights
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Suns Photos
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NPDES Permit Process
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President’s Message
(Continued)
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NUCA News
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NUCA of Florida
Conference Info
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Performance Award
Nominations
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Scholarship Night
July 24th
Fishing Registration
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Fishing sponsorship
Opportunities
12
Holiday Bash
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Safety Update
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Maggiano’s 6:00 pm
Annual Fishing Tournament
September 27th
Registration & sponsorship info
on pages 11 & 12
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
2014 OFFICERS & BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dear Friends,
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
I hope everyone is doing well, and I would
President
Bill Bocchino, Layne Heavy Civil
President Elect
Jon Woodall, John Woody, Inc.
Vice President I
Elliot Jones, A.J. Johns, Inc.
Vice-President II
Tripp Brown, Godwin Pumps
Secretary/Treasurer
Kim Bryan, Petticoat-Schmitt
Civil Contractors
Past President
Mike Woodall, John Woody, Inc.
General Counsel
Tony Zebouni, Regan, Zebouni & Atwood
like to once again thank all of our members for their
dedication and support.
I would like to greatly recognize and praise
Russell with Standard Precast and the members
involved for their help and hard work with the
"manhole boot/sand sleeve" proposed specification
change. We should all be very pleased how the
association and JEA worked together to resolve the
matter of discussion. It is and has always been our
goal to further establish a working relationship that
benefits both parties.
Just to put into perspective, if the changes
had been made the repercussions would have been
huge. If one of our contractors had to dig up and
repair a leaking manhole connection, it could cost
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
the equivalent of 2 years membership to the
Lauren Atwell, Layne Heavy Civil
William Hood III, J.B. Coxwell Contracting
Mike Kivlin, John Woody, Inc.
Joe Maguire, Coastal Utility Constructors
Brian Pate, Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Con.
Ed Porter, Barco Duval Engineering
Jennifer Setzer, United Service Connection
Wayne Atkinson, County Materials Corp.
Josh Dyer, Staff Zone
Mike Gruber, Ellis & Associates, Inc.
Drew Lane, Advanced Drainage Systems
Ryan Pugh, Ferguson Waterworks
Robert Rowley, Fortiline Waterworks
Jarod Wolford, Martin Marietta Materials
association. Thanks again to all those involved and
to JEA for their understanding and ability to work
with us.
It's still not too late to sign up for our
upcoming events. July 17th-20th is our annual
NUCA of Florida Conference in Orlando, FL at the
Renaissance at Sea World. Even if you cannot
attend the conference, July 18 is Contractor’s Day
which is well worth the trip itself. A day that is full
of eventful and break-out educational sessions as
well as guest speakers from our industry. The
tabletop displays provide hands on visuals and will
give attendees the opportunity to speak with vendor
Alternate
Jamie Saalfield, Beard Equipment Co.
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2014 OFFICIAL SPONSORS
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Platinum Sponsor
July 8th
Executive Committee
3:30pm
Beard Equipment Company
Gold Sponsor
July 17th to 20th
NUCA of Florida
State Conference
Renaissance Sea World
Orlando
United Rentals Trench Safety
Silver Sponsors
Layne Heavy Civil
July 24th
Board of Directors
4:30 pm
Efficiency Shoring & Supply
Standard Precast, Inc.
July 24th
Scholarship Night
Maggiano’s , Town Center
6:00 pm
Bronze Sponsors
A.J. Johns, Inc.
Ellis & Associates
Petticoat-Schmitt Civil
September 27th
Fishing Tournament
St. Augustine
Contractors
October 8 to 10th
NUCA Fall Leadership Conf.
Newport, RI
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GREAT TURNOUT FOR SUNS EVENT
We had over 100 people join us for our night at the Jacksonville Suns on Thursday, May 29th. The evening
started out with a delicious BBQ buffet which included BBQ Chicken, ribs, baked beans, potato salad, cole slaw,
and soft drinks. Attendees also received a Free Suns White Cap. Since it was Thursday night Throw down
members enjoyed Buds for a Buck and 2-for-1 cocktails. The Suns played the Montgomery Biscuits and won the
game with a final score of 5 to 4..
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SUNS PHOTOS
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE (CONTINUED)
vendor representatives about their products and technologies. Mark your calendars and don't forget, September
26th-28th Jon and I will be chairing the President’s Cup Golf Tournament at the PGA National Resort and Spa.
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. I look forward to seeing you there!
Always remember that our association is here for you and to help in any way possible. If any members
have new ideas or suggestions to help better our industry or the way we operate please reach out. As you can tell
when our association stands together no obstacle is too large. We are here for each other to continue to build our
industry for ourselves and for those to come after us.
In closing, thank you all for your continued help and support. May the "Business Gods" treat you well! If
there is anything I can be of assistance with, please do not hesitate to contact me. Remember to continue to do
business with our members.
Sincerely,
Mike
2014 NUCA OF FLORIDA
PRESIDENT’S CUP
GOLF TOURNAMENT
SEPTEMBER 26 TO 28TH
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PRESIDENT SIGNS WRRDA LEGISLATION
President Obama signed the Water Resources Reform and Development Act Tuesday morning.
This legislation represents the first water resources policy update in seven years. The
law streamlines the project delivery process, promotes fiscal responsibility, and strengthens our
water transportation networks to promote competitiveness, prosperity, and economic growth. The
President remarked that WRRDA would "put Americans to work modernizing our water
infrastructure and restoring some of our most vital ecosystems".
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GRUBER NOMINATED FOR GARY D. SAWYER AWARD
We are pleased to announce that Mike Gruber, Ellis & Associates has been nominated by our
chapter as a candidate to receive the Gary D. Sawyer Award. This award is presented annually to
an associate member who has made a significant contribution on the local or state level to the
industry or association. Mike has been an active member for 15 years. He has served on our
Board of Directors since 2006 and as Chair of our education committee since 2011. Mike has
also served on our golf committee and scholarship committee. He attends almost all our meetings
and events during the year. This past year, Mike was instrumental in the Northeast Florida
Construction Career Days, an event designed to introduce High school students to the wide range
of career opportunities available to them in the construction industry in a hands-on environment.
WOODALL NOMINATED FOR MITCH ELLINGTON AWARD
This year our chapter has nominated Mike Woodall, John Woody, Inc. as a candidate to receive the
Mitch Ellington Award. This award is presented annually to an contractor member who has made
a significant contribution on the local or state level to the industry or association. Mike has done
so much for our chapter, our state association and industry over the years. Most recently, Mike
stepped in to serve as our chapter President when Bill Bocchino left to accept another job. Mike
has served as chapter President last year and also in 1998. Locally, Mike and his son Jon have
chaired our golf tournament for the past several years. The tournament has been changed to
provide more opportunities for vendors, fun activities for participants, and more profits. Mike has
also served as the NUCA of Florida representative on the Sunshine 811 Board of Directors. This
is a tremendous time commitment and shows Mike’s dedication to our industry. Mike has also
been instrumental in the continuation of the NUCA of Florida President’s Cup Golf Tournament.
He recruits the players and sponsors almost exclusively. Mike is very deserving of this award for
his continued dedication to our industry over the years.
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NUCA SAFETY NEWS
By Jeff Blomgren
Heat Related Issues
I know we have talked a lot about heat related issues but there are some very clear OSHA
guidelines concerning the education and implementation of heat related training for
employees. Employees must be able to recognize Heat Illness Indicators in both themselves and
others. Employers must be sure that training is done.
The NUCA Website has toolbox talks related to heat that make good training aids. Some safety
suppliers like Ritz and Abatix have flyers and posters that can be posted in work locations and
shared with employees. There are drink supplements that can be added to water to replace
electrolytes in the body, but water is the best thing for rehydration.
Some of the heat related indicators are as follows:
Heat Cramps: Fatigue, confusion, painful muscle spasms in the arms or legs or abdominal areas.
Response: Stop exertion, move to a cooler place, drink plenty of fluids with electrolytes.
Heat Exhaustion: Fatigue, confusion, clammy skin, nausea, low blood pressure, rapid pulse,
fainting. Response: Stop exertion, move to a cooler place and drink plenty of fluids with
electrolytes.
Heat Stroke: Fatigue, confusion, collapse, unconsciousness. Response: Seek medical attention
immediately and cool the body down as quickly as possible.
Keep in mind that heat illness is cumulative. Employees need time for their body to reduce the
symptoms of Heat Stress or they can progress to the more serious and sometimes fatal Heat
Stroke.
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