May 2, 2025

By Lane Kimble

The WTBA Associate Council can’t claim the US Postal Service (or any ancient Greek historians) as a member yet.  But “neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night” keeps the Council from gathering.

The Associates held their quarterly meeting on a rain-soaked and cold Thursday morning at Bishop’s Bay Country Club.  The dual-purpose meetings typically include a focused agenda, lunch, and an afternoon bonding event.

There would be no golf at the beautiful Madison-area course this week due to that weather, but plenty of work and good discussions made the meeting well worth the time.

WTBA Director of Government Affairs Elise Nelson, who oversees the Council, provided an update on the state’s budget process, the association’s “Day at the Capitol,” and a host of legislation WTBA staff is working to pass this session.

The meeting also included discussions on ways to better connect with contractor and consultant members, coordinating unique new events and outings, and additional opportunities to further unify the industry.