06.02.2023
“The need is great”: Speed networking event connects contractors with job seekers
Transportation contractors often tell Lorie Thompson the same thing: They can teach a person the skills to do the job, but they can’t teach them to show up and be passionate about the work. That’s…
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05.26.2023
WisDOT officially names Hoelker BPD director
A longtime WisDOT staffer – whose work will directly impact WTBA members – can now drop the “interim” name from his title. This week, the Department announced Michael Hoelker as director of the Bureau of…
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05.26.2023
WTBA proposes changes to shared revenue bill to protect aggregate producers
On the surface, a proposal to offer Wisconsin’s counties and municipalities more money in “shared revenue” – which the state Assembly approved last week – would lead to better roads, community services, and public safety.…
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05.23.2023
Utility conflict nearly causes “catastrophic” situation for JPS crews
BELLEVILLE -- There are utility delays that cause wasted time, money, and headaches. And then there are the kind which can nearly cause catastrophe. A prime example happened this spring to WTBA member James Peterson…
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