Genesee Valley Branch
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Geoffrey Benway, PE, Genesee Valley Branch President Serving Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans and Wayne County "It is not my intention to do away with government. It is rather to make it work -- work with us, not over us; stand by our side, not ride on our back. Government can and must provide opportunity, not smother it; foster productivity, not stifle it. This Administration's objective will be a healthy, vigorous, growing economy. " Ronald Reagan - 1981
Presidential Elections Are over!
Well, I certainly didn’t see that coming! In a shocking upset that continues to cause angst among many Americans, Donald Trump is our next President. While we all hope for his success in dealing with so many financial, regulatory, and social issues, I remain hopefully optimistic that Mr. Trump’s “business” approach to governing will reap benefits for public works. The first 100 days of the Trump presidency will reveal much about his agenda as the House, Congress, and President address many issues that have stymied economic growth and addressed major public works needs.
APWA National
Have you checked out the APWA website lately? There is a wealth of information on the AWPA website (www.APWA.net). The APWA Washington report is available on line. APWA staff have been involved in meetings regarding Homeland Security, the Emergency Services Sector, and Transportation Incident Management. I would also suggest that you check out the issues and positions on the APWA website.
2016 Awards Banquet
The 2017 Genesee Valley Branch Annual Awards banquet is scheduled for January 26th at the RIT Inn and Conference Center. This is our premier event of the year to recognize outstanding achievements in public works. I hope you will join me and over 300 fellow public works professionals as we support the many individuals and projects that demonstrate the significance, complexities, and team work that goes into all of our many public works projects. Please make your reservations soon as this event has sold out in the past. The Genesee Valley Branch is also looking for sponsors to the Awards ceremony. Any vendor, contractor, supplier, consultant, or friend of public works is welcome to participate. Our diversity is what makes our organization strong for over 75 years. The American Public Works Association (www.apwa.net) is a not-for-profit, international organization of more than 29,000 members involved in the field of public works. APWA serves its members by promoting professional excellence and public awareness through education, advocacy and the exchange of knowledge. APWA is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, and has an office in Washington, D.C. with 63 chapters throughout North America. 40 | The ROCHESTER ENGINEER JANUARY 2017
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