November 6, 2025

By Lane Kimble

WTBA members have the opportunity to help address industry concerns surrounding utility conflicts and delays by participating in an important Utility Coordination Workshop next month.

WTBA is accepting a limited number of contractor applicants (35 max) for the WisDOT-sponsored workshop set for Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025 in Wisconsin Dells. The workshop runs from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and includes food and beverages.

Topics will include utility locating, contract document communication, utilizing the Z component of utility information, and effective communication during construction. Participants will come from across the industry, ranging from contractors and engineers to locators and utilities themselves.

WisDOT intends to use ideas and information that come from the interactive workshop to develop new systems and strategies in the future.

Those interested in attending must apply ASAP through WTBA by filling out THIS form no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025.

You can also contact Lane Kimble with questions.

Accepted attendees will receive further information about the conference and lodging via email the week of Nov. 17.