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WCA Members Go Above and Beyond in Support of WCARTC
It’s no surprise to any of you that the past couple of years have been difficult ones for the WCA Regional Training Center. As a result of the oil and gas industry downturn that occurred throughout the first few months of 2015, the training center’s oil and gas...
A Letter to Members
Dear Fellow WCA Member, Thank you for joining me in continuing membership in the Wyoming Contractors Association. Your ongoing support and participation is appreciated and remains worth your time, money, and effort. WCA’s principal mission is to promote the interests...
Of Scholarships, Guns, and Socials
It looks like spring is finally here. Road work is definitely underway and there is a combination sun, rain, and snow. Some of that may not sound too good but at least there is wind. Regardless of the weather WCA marches on and there is a lot to keep us busy in the...
Investment in American infrastructure is key, but it should be paid for
During the State of the Union earlier this year, President Donald Trump called for a new program of national rebuilding. He asked for a $1 trillion investment in infrastructure projects across the United States. In his campaign, and now as head of the executive...
Paving with Courtesy
When talking to contractors from neighboring states we discuss everything you’d expect: technology, materials, supply, stories of disaster, success, or close calls. But when the conversation turns to government relations and we describe the partnership our association...
From Scuba Diving To Nose Grinding
It was like a dream. Rolling out of a bed on a boat in the Caymans, enjoying a delicious breakfast, slipping into a wetsuit and seeing the ocean’s wonders. Then returning to the warmth and comfort of the boat deck, being rocked to sleep by the waves and then doing it...
What Happens When the Boomers Are Gone?
How Do We Fill the Gap? The Term “baby boomer” generally refers to a person born between the end of World War II and 1964. Many industries and high-demand skilled trades are dominated by the baby boomers. There are currently 76.4 million baby boomers or 25% of the...
What Happened In Vegas (Too Good To Leave There)
The AGC Convention and CONEXPO was a good time down in Lost Wages, I mean Las Vegas, with Katie Legerski, Tom Paris, Ernie Skretteberg, and Wally and Pam Reiman. It was quite the opportunity to gain some perspective on the latest news from the AGC and the latest from...
Take Advantage
Over the weekend I decided to make use of the Summer feeling outdoors and went Mountain Biking in Glendo. What a beautiful day and an adventurous ride. When Wyoming gives you a warm sunny day before May, you cannot afford to fail taking advantage. The Associate...
Knowing How Much We Care
This recently completed General Legislative Session started out slow and, compared to previous years, did not have a lot going on of concern to the WCA. At least, until the very end when the proverbial excrement barely missed the proverbial fan. The two bills the...