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Thank you to all who participated in the Associate Showcase last week; the event seemed to be quite a success and will more than likely become an annual event. There were 19 vendors and 85 participants in all. See below for photos and a wrap-up of the event.
Moving on.... the NUCA Washington Summit is just around the corner and representatives from NUCA of NM will be visiting Washington DC and talking to the NM Delegation. See below for the main issues and more information on the Summit.
The NUCA and NUCA of NM Scholarship application forms are now available, so if you have a senior graduating this year, please encourage them to apply. There is $17,000 available in scholarship funds this year.
Don't miss out on the NUCA of NM Isotopes night scheduled for Mary 23, 2009. Tickets are only $11 per person and seats are limited so register right away. This is also a fireworks night (weather permitting)
On May 8, 2009, Bill Devinney, AON Risk Services, is teaching a Communication Class. This is perfect for management, supervisors, foreman or those who may become management. You can register online by clicking HERE. The only cost is $20 which includes your lunch.
Get Involved! It's easy; it's fun and it's worth it!
Jane Jernigan |
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2009 NUCA of NM Excellence in Safety Award |
 Congratulations to Western Summit of New Mexico for being awarded the 2009 NUCA of NM Excellence in Safety Award. This award is in recognition of a commitment to safety and an outstanding safety record for over 500,000 man hours.
CONGRATULATIONS
WESTERN SUMMIT OF NM |
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NUCA Washington Summit |
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This year's Washington Summit/Spring Board & Committee Meetings are scheduled for May 17-20 at the Hotel Monaco in "Old Town" Alexandria, Virginia. (800) 368-5047. You have until April 23rd to receive the NUCA group rate.
The main issues this year are:
Water Infrastructure
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FY2010 Appropriations: ask for appropriations to match the budget proposals as outlined in the White House, House and Senate budgets
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Push the Senate to pass its version of SRF reauthorization, and discuss importance of reauthorization to House members (depending on how they voted for HR 1262);
Employee Free Choice Act
Health Care
There may also be some OSHA issues in the next few weeks that may be added to the agenda.
Please note that NUCA will be charging a nominal registration fee ($125 for members, $225 for nonmembers) to help defray the costs associated with four networking events. This year, NUCA's annual national awards will be presented at a National Awards Breakfast included in the registration fee. Click here for the schedule of events. |
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May Dates |
- May 5-7 - Traffic Control
- May 8 - Communication Class
- May 10 - Mother's Day
- May 11 - NMRCGA Planning
- May 12 - MSHA Annual Refresher 8 hr
- May 13 - Safety Committee
- May 14 - Planning Committee
- May 15 - NMRCGA General Meeting
- May 18-20 Washington Summit
- May 21 - Storm WAter Qualified Person
- May 25 - Memorial Day -office closed
- -- JUNE 18 Membership Meeting
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Showcase Vendors:
· Tom Growney Equipment
· Harrington Industrial Plastics
· Kinney Agency
· CNA
· Safety Flare
· New Mexico One Call
· Zia Concrete Supply
· Highway Supply LLC 
· Contech
· Ellen Equipment
· NM OSHA
· HD Supply Waterworks
· AMEC
· Baker Utility Supply
· RSC Equipment
· Volvo Rents
Showcase Sponsors:
Safety Flare  TLC Plumbing & Utility
Volvo Rents
Western Summit
Baker Utility Supply
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2009 Scholarships |
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Have a Senior graduating this year? If yes, they should apply for the NUCA of NM and NUCA Scholarships. Both applications are due by May 11, 2009. To read the requirements and view the application online click the link's below:
Combined, these two scholarships are worth $17,000 |
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Isotopes |
 Join NUCA of NM and come out to relax at the beautiful Isotopes park to enjoy America's greatest pastime: Baseball! Tickets are only $11 which includes a post game fireworks show (weather permitting). Seats are limited, so register early! Seats are along the 1st base line. CLICK HERE to register online. |
