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Using lessons learned, Army engineers build enhanced care site in DC The US Army Corps of Engineers has transformed the Walter E. Washington Convention Center into an alternate care facility. "I've been through an awful lot of these facilities, but this one is probably the best one we've ever built," Lt. ... 1 Likes

The Impact of COVID-19 on the AEC Industry - In this podcast, Scott Butcher, FSMPS, CPSM, and William Long, PE, LEED AP, FSMPS, discuss the state of the A/E/C industries, where the vertical markets are headed, and what firms should be doing right now. https://aecumen.com/2020/04/16/the-impact-of-covid-19-on-the-aec-industry/ 1 Likes

Operational Toolkit for Businesses Considering Reopening or Expanding Operations in COVID-19 A new toolkit released by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is designed to help businesses figure out how to reopen safely following weeks of shutdown due to the novel coronavirus. Learn more here: https://www.centerforhealthsecurity.org/our-work/publications/operational-toolkit-for-businesses-considering-reopening-or-expanding-operations-in-covid-19 2 Likes

Timeline Photos The coronavirus pandemic has induced a US recession but may also serve as a focal point to generate needed infrastructure work as a way to lift the economy, says Beth Ann Bovino, S&P Global Ratings' chief US economist. Bovino notes ... 1 Likes

House spending bill would boost transit, Amtrak, highways - Roll Call The House's latest coronavirus relief proposal calls for $15.75 billion for #transit—a number some leaders say isn't enough to address needs. The measure also calls for $15 billion for highway spending and increasing the federal share for highway projects. https://www.rollcall.com/2020/05/12/house-spending-bill-would-boost-transit-amtrak-highways/ 1 Likes

Why Some Developers Are Breaking Ground On New Projects During A Pandemic Some U.S. cities have halted construction activity during stay-at-home orders to slow the spread of the coronavirus. But in the D.C. area, not only have ongoing projects been allowed to continue, developers are breaking ground on several new projects. https://www.bisnow.com/washington-dc/news/construction-development/why-some-dc-developers-are-breaking-ground-on-new-projects-during-a-pandemic-104275?utm_source=outbound_pub_67&utm_campaign=outbound_issue_38446&utm_content=story&utm_medium=email 2 Likes

Timeline Photos The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee has advanced two bills for $19.5B to fund projects by the USACE and the EPA. The money would go toward ports and programs for wastewater treatment and drinking water. https://www.enr.com/articles/49327-senate-committee-approves-195b-water-infrastructure-package 2 Likes

VTTI Launches Automated Driving System Study The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute initiated a 3-year study of dynamic scenarios involving automated driving systems that will examine how self-driving vehicles communicate with roadway and other related physical infrastructure. https://aashtojournal.org/2020/05/01/vtti-launches-automated-driving-system-study/ 1 Likes

Getting the most from an infrastructure bill This op-ed outlines lessons from the landmark 1986 Water Resources Development Act that should guide Congress on infrastructure spending bills: https://thehill.com/opinion/finance/495310-getting-the-most-from-an-infrastructure-bill 1 Likes

With the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works expected to release legislation in May for the reauthorizations of the Water Resources Development Act, Clean Water Act, and Safe Drinking Water Act, ACEC sent a letter to Committee leaders recommending ...

ACEC - ACEC Lays Out Series of Recommendations For Senate Water Infrastructure Legislation

With the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works expected to release legislation in May for the reauthorizations of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), ACEC sent a letter to ... 1 Likes

Timeline Photos Join Karen Erger of Lockton Companies, Inc on May 13 at 1:30 PM to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on engineering professional services agreements. The free (for members) online seminar examines contract terms engineers will want to negotiate in the ...

welcome ad Construction starts in the Baltimore metro area in March outpaced the year before despite the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent report. https://thedailyrecord.com/welcome-ad/?retUrl=/2020/05/01/baltimore-area-construction-starts-rise-in-march-despite-outbreak/ 1 Likes

Timeline Photos Join Barbara Irwin of HR Advisors Group, LLC on May 11 at 1:30 PM as she examines ways your firm can create a plan for keeping employees engaged, increasing productivity, developing staff, and sustaining your culture. Free (for members) online ... 1 Likes

Transportation Isn’t Going to Be the Same after Pandemic: Study Just how different the post-coronavirus world will look is open to speculation—but survey data from IBM’s Institute for Business Value gives a glimpse into how people will utilize #transportation, both public and private, once the world reopens. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a32343158/pandemic-transportation-future-problems/ 1 Likes

Chesapeake Bay Foundation sues Trump administration’s ‘nearsighted’ decision against protecting streams, wetlands The Trump administration's narrowing of waters protected under the Clean Water Act is facing a legal challenge from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. The lawsuit filed in US District Court in Baltimore argues that many streams and wetlands affecting the bay ... 1 Likes

Timeline Photos As the COVID-19 crisis deepens, its full impact on the A/E industry continues to evolve. FMI’s Greg Powell will provide his insight into current economic, market, and industry conditions during a free (for members) webinar on May 8 at 1:30 ... 1 Likes

Timeline Photos A series of free (members only) virtual workshops, facilitated live by Geordie Aitken of Aitken Leadership Group, address the primary challenges facing #leaders and #managers in the A/E industry in these uncertain times. Next session: May 7th at 11:30 AM. ... 1 Likes

Maryland Environment and Transportation Departments Advance Innovative Solution to Pollution The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) and Living Classrooms Foundation are launching a pilot education program that will encourage activities to reduce pollution to Maryland waterways and the Chesapeake Bay. https://www.thebaynet.com/articles/0420/maryland-environment-and-transportation-departments-advance-innovative-solution-to-pollution.html 1 Likes

Timeline Photos Check out ACEC National’s COVID-19 Business Impact Survey - Wave 1 results to find out how member firms are dealing with the coronavirus. The report captures everything from staff management to client relationships. https://www.acec.org/default/assets/File/ACEC%20COVID-19%20Business%20Impact%20Survey%20-%20Wave%201%20-%20by%20IFANR%20%20-%20%20Read-Only.pdf 1 Likes

Timeline Photos If you missed ACEC’s first coronavirus webinar, COVID-19 Legislation: What do Employers Need to Know?, you can download the webinar for free here: https://secure.icohere.com/login/login_presentation.cfm?comseq=7149674922219490&product=iCoPoint&pnum=VIO68330 1 Likes

Timeline Photos We recommend bookmarking ACEC National’s Coronavirus Resource Page, which is designed to serve as a central clearinghouse to report on what our advocacy, member service, and education teams are doing to help the industry respond to COVID-19. https://www.acec.org/conferences/coronavirus/ 1 Likes

Timeline Photos Maryland's overall C grade for #infrastructure revealed the state excels at transporting cargo and people efficiently through ports, airports, rails, and roads, but struggles with congestion and population growth. Maryland's stormwater and wastewater policies are strong, but sanitary sewer overflows ...

Timeline Photos ACEC has increased the rate of Last Word newsletters from once a week to three times a week to ensure we communicate as much information as possible about what we’re doing on your behalf. If you haven’t subscribed to the ... 1 Likes

What’s in $2T federal stimulus for Maryland? What’s in it for #Maryland? The $2 trillion stimulus package approved by congress contains multiple provisions to help Maryland, such as unemployment benefits, small business loans, extended unemployment benefits, and direct payments to taxpayers. https://thedailyrecord.com/2020/03/25/stimulus-whats-in-it-for-maryland/ 1 Likes

Trump Signs Stimulus Bill With Billions, Potentially, for Construction Infrastructure and construction could be eligible for $42 billion of the $339.9 billion appropriations section of a $2 trillion coronavirus bill the Senate has approved. The bill also includes $36.1 billion in discretionary spending for the Transportation Department, $32 billion ... 1 Likes

12 Ways to Make a Smooth Transition into Remote Working Increasingly, employees are being asked to confine themselves and work from home. Here are 12 ways managers can help employees ease the transition to remote work and 11 essential tools that can help facilitate productivity and sustain a culture among ... 1 Likes

COVID-19 Resources In response to the growing public health concern over the COVID-19 virus, the Maryland Chamber of Commerce has compiled resources to help keep members and the Maryland business community safe and healthy. https://mdchamber.org/resources/covid-19-resources/ 1 Likes

Timeline Photos ACEC President & CEO Linda Bauer Darr asserts in this editorial that now is the time to leverage investment in our critical infrastructure. Read more: https://www.acec.org/last-word-blog/acec-s-darr-pens-editorial-urging-states-to-keep-infrastructure-projects-moving-forward/ #TimeToBuild

Here is how Maryland’s $175 million small business coronavirus relief programs will work A state program of more than $175 million will provide Maryland businesses with grants, loans, and other relief to help pay workers, suppliers, landlords, and other expenses during the coronavirus pandemic. The Sun’s Jeff Barker explains the program. https://www.baltimoresun.com/maryland/baltimore-city/bs-md-small-business-aid-hogan-20200323-okmhvh75ojdwdo74uztawsd4le-story.html 1 Likes

ACEC - ACEC Coronavirus Resource Center ACEC is actively monitoring the COVID-19 crisis. We are taking steps not only to serve as a resource for news and information but also to collect information about how the coronavirus is impacting your business in order to share best ... 1 Likes