Springfield Contractors Association

Generation Next has rescheduled the meeting from today to next Thursday.

After several months of public engagement sessions and stakeholder meetings, the City of Springfield will present the Grant Avenue Parkway project team’s recomm...ended baseline concept design for roadway improvements during a live, virtual public session 5:30 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 9. Tune in to learn about the Design/Build competition ahead and provide feedback on future development and land use for the ongoing Grant Avenue Corridor Plan effort. https://www.facebook.com/events/249435663294599 Learn more and participate at www.grantavenueparkway.com.

Member Spotlight - City Utilities of Springfield Developer Services TecHouse 30 Years in Business, Developer Services 75 Years in Business, City Utilities... City Utilities is a public power leader with a 40% renewable energy portfolio. Their Developer Services team offers a wide array of services relating to the construction of new utility connections. Their goal is to ensure timely communications and provide expertise to help guide you through all phases of your project. The Developer Services team is located at CU’s TecHOUSE, which provides you with a one-stop shop for your technical and engineering needs. Founded in 1945, City Utilities provides reliable electric, natural gas, transit, water, and commercial broadband services to the Springfield area. City Utilities is honored to be part of contributing to a strong and vibrant community by helping to attract and build neighborhoods, small and large businesses, and commercial industries. City Utilities is a proud sponsor of the Salute to Design & Construction Banquet and a partner with the development and building community.

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Member Spotlight - 2oddballs 3 Years in Business 2oddballs Creative recently worked with a client to put together a program for area non-profits during the COVID-19 crisis, helping them to continue their work remotely, and raising $1,000 for a veteran’s therapy program.... A full-service marketing and public relations firm, 2oddballs Creative handle everything from media relations and communication to digital ad campaigns and email marketing. The 2oddballs Creative mission is to help businesses and organizations build deep, lasting, fruitful, and meaningful connections with their customers, clients, and all the stakeholders in their businesses. 2oddballs Creative is proud to have completed the branding and design work, primary website design, and a bit of media work for the Strafford Sports Center. Owners Gabriel and Kylie attend the general membership meetings and look forward to being involved in future committees and events.

It's nice to see Missouri among the states with the largest percentage gains in construction employment from February to December 2020!

Member Spotlight - Dig Wise Hydro, Inc. 4 Years in Business The thought of starting a Hydro Excavating company came to me while visiting the WETT Show in Indianapolis. I found the trucks very intriguing and liked how they were being used throughout the country. There were no other Hydro companies in the area, and I knew the need was here. In 2017, I purchased my first hydro truck and started serving our community. I have since purchased an additional truck and hired great st...aff to keep them running. I look forward to the continuing growth of the company as we enter our 5th year of service. We now offer additional services that pair well with the Hydro Excavating, and as always providing exceptional customer service, shares Richard Brownsberger, Dig Wise Hydro owner. Dig Wise Hydro, Inc. provides hydro excavation, industrial vacuuming, pot holing, utility locating, and concrete coring. Dig Wise Hydro, Inc. is the only locally owned Hydro Excavation business in the area. They have full capabilities to work around sensitive utilities without compromising them. Dig Wise’s team participates in the Chicken BBQ and Pig Roast events.

The Springfield market tends to be different than national averages. What do you think? How will we compare? https://www.constructiondive.com//the-13-construct/593103/

Member Spotlight - Ozark Laser & Shoring 20 Years in Business This year, Ozark Laser was once again recognized as a Top Five Market Performance Dealer of the Year by Topcon Positioning Systems, marking a total of 18 times the company has been recognized as a Top 10 Dealer of the Year and/or Top 5 Market Performance Dealer of the Year. ... Ozark Laser was founded in Springfield Missouri on April 1st, 2000, by CEO Ryan Zweerink. Today, Ozark Laser has five locations including Springfield, Kansas City, Tulsa, Oklahoma City and Springdale. This year, Ozark Laser celebrates its 20 year anniversary as a master dealer for Topcon, a global leader in positioning and machine control technologies. They provide rental, sales and service of lasers, surveying equipment and machine control solutions for the civil engineering, earthmoving, and paving industries. In addition, Ozark Laser offers a full array of underground utility products including trench shields, shoring, testing equipment and more. In 2017, Ozark Laser CEO Ryan Zweerink and John Deere dealer Murphy Tractor formed a partnership in support of both John Deere integrated and Topcon aftermarket machine control solutions. Murphy Tractor is one of the top John Deere construction dealers in the country with over 30 locations in six states. Ozark Laser employees attend the Spring and Fall Shoot Outs and Spring Golf Tournament, but you just can’t beat SCA’s Annual Pig Roast, according to Zweerink. It’s a great event that has provided many fond memories.

Make sure you're planning to watch the annual #saluteconstruction awards banquet by Salute to Construction!

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Thank you Branco Enterprises, Inc for letting us hang the Chicken BBQ banners up! If you're driving by their new location on MM, check it out!

Did you know SCA hosts Liaison Committee meetings with groups like SPS, MSU, and local government departments? Earlier this month, our R-XII Liaison Comittee met at Springfield Public Schools, Springfield, MO to tour the recently completed Delaware Elementary. Crossland Construction Company, Inc. joined as well to answer questions as the General Contractor. Great project!

In case you missed the email from SCA this week! Interested in receiving email updates from the SCA? Memberships are per company, so all employees are considered members (and can receive email updates). Reach out to Megan at [email protected] if you would like to check on your membership status or begin receiving SCA emails.

Scores from the SCA Fall Shoot Out are now online at https://springfieldcontractors.org/2020-fall-shoot-out-sco/!

Thank you to all of our volunteers at the Annual Chicken BBQ last Friday! We appreciate the support of all of those who sponsored and purchased tickets for the scholarship fundraiser. Raffle tickets are still on sale until Friday! We will draw the winners next Monday.

Tom was a valued board member and supporter of the SCA. He will truly be missed. Our deepest condolences go out to the Baird family. https://www.gormanscharpf.com/obituary/thomas-baird-iv

Congratulations Dana!

Banners are up! Special thank you to Guaranty Bank for feeding the volunteers lunch while we setup!