Governor postpones dozens of WSDOT projects after passing of I-976
Although a King County Superior Court judge recently put a hold on the implementation of Initiative 976 – the "$30 car tabs" initiative that cut transportation funding for WSDOT, Sound Transit and several local governments – Governor Jay Inslee said his decision to postpone more than 90 specific WSDOT projects remains in place.
See the Governor’s statement and list of postponed projects by clicking here. "We are taking action today in response to the court order and in consideration of the vote on the initiative," Inslee said last week. "The state will take a fiscally prudent approach by effectively continuing to act as if the initiative is still in place from a state spending perspective." Read more...
L&I finalizes decrease in workers-comp rates for 2020 For the third year in a row, the price of workers-compensation insurance is dropping in Washington. The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) announced a 0.8% decrease in the average amount employers will pay for the coverage in 2020. For the many construction risk classifications, the proposed rates range from a 17% decrease for Asphalt Paving or Surfacing, NOC, to a 10% increase for Dam Construction. L&I cut rates by 5% in 2019 and 2.5% in
2018. Click here to view the 2020 rates by classification. The new rates go into
effect Jan. 1, 2020. "Our workers-compensation system is in good shape. Every year, we help tens of thousands of people recover from on-the-job injuries and go back to work," said L&I Director Joel Sacks. "Our programs to help injured workers are making a real difference, and workplace-injury rates in Washington are declining. That’s great for workers and their families and is helping us keep costs down." AGC welcomes the lower rates and applauds the successes in helping injured workers heal and return to work that they reflect. Read more...
Certified payroll requirements begin Jan. 1; training videos now available Beginning today, contractors can view training videos to learn how to file certified payroll online and be prepared for the new certified-payroll requirement beginning January 1, 2020. Weekly certified-payroll reports will be required to be filed online with L&I at least once a month for work performed on all public-works projects. This change effects all public-works projects that are in progress as of January 1 and all new ones moving forward. Read more...
Time's running out to save 2% on 2020 membership The smart money's on renewing your AGC membership by December 13 and saving 2% on your 2020 dues. Same full range of member benefits, networking, legislative support, safety services and so much more -- all
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Join us in Bellevue for the 2020 AGCW Annual Convention It'll be another memorable event for AGC members, with insightful and thought-provoking speakers, unparalleled networking, the almost-world-famous Dessert Dash and lots more -- with an event-wide focus on the issue of workforce development. Join us on Jan. 24 at the Bellevue Hyatt, with special AGC block rates available while they last. Click here for more event information and registration.
WSDOT training in partnering, conflict resolution WSDOT, in conjunction with AGC of Washington and RHA, LLC, is offering partnering and conflict-resolution training for WSDOT staff and contractor personnel involved in the administration of construction contracts. Sessions are now scheduled in Wenatchee (Jan. 28) and Kent (Jan. 29 and
Jan. 30). The concept of partnering on construction projects has been around since the early 1990s and embraces the principles of trust and open communications; resolving issues and problems promptly and at the lowest possible level; developing solutions that are agreeable and meet the needs of everyone involved (win-win approach) and more. Click here to see the event flyer.
Seating is limited, so register today!
AGC Safety Team Bowling Night It's time once again for the annual Safety Team Bowling Night, coming up on Tuesday, Dec. 10 from 4 to 8 pm at Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl & Grill at the Tacoma Bass Pro Shops store. The night includes lane & shoe rental, pizza buffet and raffle prizes. Drinks will be available at the no-host bar. It's FREE for AGC members, but you must register by Friday, Dec. 6. And if your firm is interested in sponsoring beverages or raffle prizes for the event, please drop an email to Mandi Kime.
The AGC mobile app: it's a time-saver AGC CONNECTION -- the AGC of Washington mobile app -- provides you with instant access to AGCW events, news, member forums and more. You can also connect to AGC of America. It's free for all registered AGC members -- download it today. Look for AGC CONNECTION in the Apple or Google Play app store, and put the power of partnership in the palm of
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