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Volvo Rents
Construction Equipment
2009 Gold Sponsors
AUI INC
NEW CONCEPTS
2009 Silver Sponsor
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From the Executive Director's Desk:
It may be hard to believe but 2009 is just about over and a new year will be upon us in no time. As an Association, the end of the year brings a time to look back and review accomplishments and activities, but even more so, it's a time when we can look ahead and plan for the upcoming year.
In 2009 NEW benefits were:
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ZIA Partnership
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NUCA of NM Safety Awards
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NUCA of NM Scholarship Program
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Safety Training Network .
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Construction Industry Crime Alliance
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Associate Showcase
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Safety Library -NUCA Pipelayer Training Program
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Education Courses and Seminars
The Board of Directors will hold its annual Planning Session on December 14, 2009. Over the past couple of years, the Board has focused on membership benefits that will continue to make your membership valuable. If you have input for the Board to consider during the Planning Session, please call me at 888-0752.
You will be receiving your membership renewal paperwork this week; please take a moment to review the materials and submit your payment for 2010. Consider being an Investment Sponsor for 2010. Thank you to the 2009 Investment Sponsors:
TLC PLUMBING & UTILITY
VOLVO RENTS
WESTERN SUMMIT OF NM
AUI INC
NEW CONCEPTS INC.
HD SUPPLY WATERWORKS
Thank you to the 2009 Board of Directors and 2009 Committee participants for all of your hard work and dedication. I look forward to working with familiar and new faces in 2010.
Happy Holidays and a Prosperous New Year!
Jane
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Lawsuit Update |
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On April 27, 2009, NUCA of NM became a plaintiff in a lawsuit against the State of NM (and others) in regards to the passage of Senate Bill 33 that was signed by Governor Richardson after it passed through the 2009 Legislative Session.
This bill does away with the current Wage Survey that determines prevailing wages and replaces it with Collective Bargaining Agreements. NUCA of NM challenged the legislation during the session and signed on as a plaintiff in the lawsuit for a declaratory judgment to hold the statute unconstitutional and void.
At the Department of Workforce Solutions' meeting regarding the rules and regulations in order to comply with the law, Wayne Bingham stated, on behalf of the lawsuit's plaintiffs, that since we believe the law to be unconstitutional then subsequently, we also oppose the proposed rules and regulations. Jane Jernigan reiterated Bingham's statement for the record on behalf of NUCA of NM.
If there are any updates or changes, I will keep you informed via newsletter and email. |
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December 2009 Dates |
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- December 1 - DWFS Public Hearing on Prevailing Wage Rates
- December 2 - Community Project Pre-con meeting
- December 3 - Membership Meeting
- December 5 - Community Project Ground Breaking
- December 9 - Safety Committee 8am
- December 14 - Board Meeting
- December 14 - Board Planning Session
- December 18 - NMRCGA Planning Meeting
Upcoming Dates:
January 10-13 NUCA EXPO
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Mark your Calendars |
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Legislative Membership Meeting February 18, 2010
Bowling NUCA of NM Night March 11 2010
Associate Showcase April 15, 2010
Washington Summit May 17-20, 2010
NMRCGA EXPO June 13-17, 2010
Membership Meeting June 24, 2010
Membership Meeting August 19, 2010
Last Ditch Open Golf Tournament September 24, 2010
Membership Meeting October 21, 2010
Membership Meeting December 2, 2010
New Mexico Regional Common Ground Alliance EXPO 2010  June 15 - 17 2010
Isleta Resort Albuquerque New Mexico
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NMRCGA Tackles Some Issues
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The NMRCGA has voted to form three committees to study and make recommendations regarding certain industry issues. These committees will be looking for input from all stakeholders and welcome anyone who wishes to participate to do so. Information on the committees can be obtained by calling Gwen at 505 254 7315. The three committees are:
- Mandatory White Lining - While white lining is not currently mandatory in the excavation law, it is, however, an expected practice and is part of the CGA's best practices. White lining is a very good tool for communication to the spotters exactly where the excavator intends to dig. Most sites would benefit from white lining, but many projects involving larger areas and work more complicated than the standard ten days may require additional consideration.
- Spotting homeowner service lines - While the excavation law currently requires that facility owners only spot the facilities they own, many believe that service lines should be included. Several states have or are taking action to have facility owners spot service lines regardless of ownership. The issue of facility owners deriving revenue from the service lines has been one of the reasons for requiring these lines to be spotted. Currently, CGA has undertaken review of this issue and is considering making it a best practice.
- All new installations of UG systems must be traceable - Many facility owners are still installing new systems without the ability to trace their location. Economics and aged specifications are to blame. However, the problem of locating underground facilities that are not traceable becomes a nightmare and a huge expense for future generations. What must be done to change the current practice and how will it be accomplished?
For more information on meeting dates and times, or to submit input on the above referenced topics, please contact Jane Jernigan at 505 888 0752 or Gwen at NM One Call at 505 254 7315.
Excerpted from New Mexico 811 Magazine, Volume 1, Issue 1. Pg 4. |
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Community Service Project |
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NUCA of NM is teaming up with the City of Rio Rancho, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and the Lowes Heroes foundation to help restore and re-build an abandoned park in Rio Rancho for ADA kids and other visitors. The project is set for completion in two phases and includes, dirt work, curb and gutter, asphalt, trails, planting etc.
Please CLICK HERE to view the flyer for the Ground Breaking on December 5, 2009.
If you are interested in becoming involved in this community project, please contact Jane at the Association office at 505 888 0752. |
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Holiday Giving |
Don't forget our troops fighting for our freedoms who are deployed this holiday season. It's simple and easy to send a soldier a gift. Check out the links below:
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New Mexico 811 Magazine |
 Volume 1 Issue 1 of the New Mexico 811 Magazine was published this month and includes articles and information on damage prevention with a focus on New Mexico. If you would like to receive the publication at no-charge, please contact Gwen at NMOC 505 254 7315 or send your name, company name and mailing address to her at
Contents:
- At the forefront of damage prevention
- Contractor's Perspective -Kari Biernacki AUI INC
- NMPRC Working for you
- Locate underground utilities more safety with potholing
- No always the contractors fault
- Leadership impacts safety
- From the desk of Gary Sloman
- NM One Call Newsline
- Safer gas distribution a must
- Wide Area Locates
- Who needs an operator's manual anyway?
- Who Are these people?
- Trenching & Excavation Safety
- More.....
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