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UCANE President • State Senate Passes Unemployment Insurance Reform • EPA’s New Rule to Limit Carbon Emissions from New Power Plants

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IN THIS ISSUE

OFFICERS President AL MORTEO FED. CORP. President Elect TONY BORRELLI Celco Construction Corp. Treasurer JOHN OUR Robert B. Our Co., Inc. Secretary PAUL SCENNA Albanese D&S, Inc.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MARCELLA ALBANESE Albanese Bros., Inc. JEFF BARDELL Daniel O’Connell’s Sons, Inc. VINCENT BARLETTA Barletta Heavy Division NICK BIELLO J. D’Amico, Inc. KEVIN COLE J. F. White Contracting Co. STEVE COMOLETTI P. Caliacco Corp. STEPHEN J. CONNOLLY ATS Equipment, Inc. MAUREEN DAGLE Dagle Electrical Const., Corp. THOMAS DESCOTEAUX R. H. White Const. Co., Inc. ALEX DUNN Travelers JERRY GAGLIARDUCCI Gagliarducci Construction, Inc. MARCO GIOIOSO P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc. BILL IRWIN C.J.P. & Sons Const. Co., Inc. PHIL JASSET Honorary Board Member RICHARD PACELLA, JR. R. M. Pacella, Inc. BRIAN RAWSTON J. Cashman, Inc. KENNETH STEVENS A. H. Harris & Sons, Inc. DAVID ZOPPO R. Zoppo Corp.

KLAYMAN ANNE Executive Director

3 President’s Message:

State Senate Passes Unemployment Insurance Reform

5 Legislative Update:

• Senate Passes Legislation to Address the Commonwealth’s Water Infrastructure Needs • Unemployment Insurance Reform: Senate Passes Legislation Reforming UI System • Tax Fairness Commission Issues Final Report • MassDEP Announces Public Hearings on Proposed Changes to Regulated Gasoline Dispensing Facilities • Governor Patrick Names New MassDEP and DPU Commissioners

14 UCANE’s February Dinner Meeting 19 Overview of the Massachusetts Dig Safe Law 25 Commendation from Massachusetts’ Governor Deval Patrick 27 Commendation from Senate President Therese Murray 29 Commendation from Speaker of the House Robert A. DeLeo 31 Letter from MassDEP Commissioner Kenneth Kimmell 33 Letter from MWRA Executive Director Frederick A. Laskey 35 Letter from BWSC Executive Director/CFO & Treasurer Henry F. Vitale 37 Letter from Dig Safe Executive Director Robert Finelli 39 UCANE’s 2014 Scholarship Applications Now Available 41 Environmental Viewpoint:

EPA’s New Rule to Limit Carbon Emissions from New Power Plants

43 Massachusetts LLS presents “Champions of Hope Gala” 47 Financial Management:

• Juggling Appreciated Assets and Bequests • Learning About Mutual Fund Share Classes • Estimated Taxes for Business Owners

62 UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board Members 115 Commemorative Congratulatory Ad Index Editor: Anne Klayman, Associate Editor: Suzanne Savage, Graphic Designer: Sherri Klayman Construction Outlook Chairman: Al Morteo Editorial Board: Al Morteo, Tony Borrelli, John Our, and Paul Scenna CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK published monthly by the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc., 300 Congress Street, Suite 101, Quincy, MA 02169; Tel: 617.471.9955; Fax: 617.471.8939; E-mail: aklayman@ucane.com; Website: www.ucane.com. Statements of fact and opinion are those of the authors alone and not necessarily those of UCANE and the Construction Outlook editorial board and staff. Subscriptions are included in dues payments for UCANE members. Presorted Standard postage paid at Abington, MA. POSTMASTER, please send form #3579 to Construction Outlook, Crown Colony Office Park, 300 Congress Street, Suite 101, Quincy, MA 02169.

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Officers and Board Members.

to my fellow

As our Association celebrates its 60th anniversary, I am proud to serve a second term as UCANE President. ~ Al Morteo CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CO WORKER AND FRIEND AL MORTEO FOR ANOTHER GREAT ACHIEVEMENT!

WE WISH AL AND UCANE ALL THE BEST IN THE UPCOMING YEAR! THE STAFF OF FED CORP AND DEDHAM RECYCLED GRAVEL

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State Senate Passes Unemployment Insurance Reform

s spring approaches, contractors will begin to expand their workforce in order to meet the demands of New England’s short construction season. We employ hard working people at good wages, but, from November to March, state agencies and most municipalities prevent contractors from working and they must shut down their jobs, forcing many companies to lay off workers who then file for unemployment benefits in order to support their families. This forced layoff, and the proposed increase in unemployment insurance for seasonal employers, increases the cost of doing business in Massachusetts and will ultimately raise the cost of every construction project. Construction and seasonal employment companies already pay up to ten times higher unemployment insurance rates than most other companies, and asking them to pay even higher rates is not justifiable or fair. With this in mind, the Massachusetts Senate recently passed legislation (SB 2003) with proposed “reforms” to the Unemployment Insurance Law (UI) whereby construction companies and seasonal employers will be required to pay more into the commonwealth’s unemployment fund. Currently, companies that place more employees in the UI system pay a premium rate. For example, companies with the highest negative rating (most construction companies) pay $1,718 per employee. After factoring in the proposed UI changes by the recently passed Senate legislation, companies with the highest negative rating would have to pay $2,337 per employee. This reflects a 36 percent increase to the cost of unemployment insurance for construction and other types of seasonal employers. We agree that it is fair for higher users of the UI system to pay more, which we already do, but a 36 percent increase in UI rates for employers that do not have the option of continuing working due to mandated stop work orders, is unjustified.

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Accordingly, UCANE recently hosted a meeting with other construction organizations including Construction Industries of Massachusetts, Associated Subcontractors of Massachusetts, Associated General Contractors, and the Associated Builders and Contractors. By identifying our shared goals and objectives, we have agreed to work together to try and change this legislation before it becomes law. We believe that construction jobs are a large part of the “economic engine” that drives the Massachusetts economy by providing good wages and benefits. Steep increases in unemployment insurance rates will definitely discourage job creation and raise the cost of doing business in Massachusetts. The existing UI system is meant to build reserves in economic good times in order to survive bad times. Given the number of jobs created by our industry, the contributions and ancillary impacts made by the construction industry balance out over the long run. As written, Senate Bill 2003 will, no doubt, harm the men and women who work in the construction industry and other seasonal industries. Higher unemployment insurance costs will ultimately result in fewer projects being funded and will also negatively affect businesses supporting our industry.

All UCANE members must join together as an industry to address this issue. To that end, I ask that each of you remain vigilant. If you are called upon to contact your local legislator, be prepared to act. As we have shown, contractors can do amazing things even when our backs are against the wall. With your support, we can do it again. n

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Senate Passes Legislation to Address the Commonwealth’s Water Infrastructure Needs

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Unemployment Insurance Reform: Senate Passes Legislation Reforming UI System

he Massachusetts Senate passed Unemployment Insurance (UI) legislation (SB 2003) that will lower costs for certain businesses by introducing an updated experience rate calculation table, implementing a multi-year rate freeze and expanding the seasonal employer exemption, while increasing the cost for others. UCANE and other contractor groups have determined this legislation could increase unemployment insurance contribution rates by almost 36 percent for many construction companies. According to a summary provided by the Senate President’s Office, the Senate’s bill expands the experience rating table to allow stable employers to pay lower rates and require negatively rated employees to pay higher rates. The expanded rating table also increases the taxable wage base to $21,000 from the current $14,000. In addition to a one-year freeze at Schedule ‘E’ for 2014, the legislation also freezes rates for 2015, 2016 and 2017. Overall, the rate freeze for 2014 will save certain employers a projected $421 million alone. The bill also reduces unemployment insurance costs for employers by expanding the seasonal employer exemption to 20 weeks. Under current law, to qualify for certification, a seasonal business must be in operation for fewer than 16 weeks or employ workers in one or more functionally distinct job titles for fewer than 16 weeks. Business owners will be allowed to collect unemployment benefits if they leave their company, but will be required to pay back any money collected if they return to the same company within the same benefit year. Individuals will also be allowed to collect benefits if they quit a second job before they were laid off from their primary job. The bill also authorizes the Department of Unemployment Assistance to participate in a federal program that allows the interception of federal tax refunds to recover benefit overpayments. The bill also includes the following: adds whistleblower protections for employees who testify about their employers’ defrauding the system; requires the Department of Unemployment Assistance to hold at least one annual public hearing to receive input from employers; requires the Department of Unemployment Assistance to provide eligibility determination within 30 days; prohibits crewmembers on commer-

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cial fishing vessels from being denied unemployment benefits if unemployment is the result of federal fisheries management restrictions; clarifies language to prevent a company from shedding its experience rating by reorganizing or renaming itself; and, requires all public contractors to certify that they do not owe back unemployment insurance payments. UCANE, which has met with other contractor organizations to discuss the potentially adverse impact of the legislation, has sent a letter to leadership in the Massachusetts House of Representatives outlining the association’s concerns. Without some form of amendment, the construction industry will ultimately bear the brunt of this legislation’s unemployment insurance premium increase – potentially causing companies to reduce hiring and decrease bids submitted, thereby limiting the competitiveness of the procurement system. continued on page 9

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Tax Fairness Commission Issues Final Report

ccording to an article in the State House News Service, a 15-member special commission charged with looking at ways to make the state's tax code simpler and fairer is recommending a graduated income tax. The commission was charged with recommending ways to make the tax code simpler and fairer while promoting economic growth within the Commonwealth. It is unclear how much influence the commission will have with the Legislature. A graduated income tax—which imposes higher taxes rate on those who earn more and lower rates on those who earn less—was rejected several times by Massachusetts voters and lawmakers have shown little interest in the idea. Massachusetts taxes income at a flat rate of 5.2 percent. In finalizing their report, the Tax Fairness Commission offered five major recommendations, including instituting a graduated income tax through a state

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MassDEP Announces Public Hearings on Proposed Changes to Regulated Gasoline Dispensing Facilities

he Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) recently announced it will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to 310 CMR 7.00, 310 CMR 7.03, 310 CMR 7.24, 310 CMR 30.000, 310 CMR 70.00, 310 CMR 80.0180.02, and on a proposed new regulation chapter, 310 CMR 80.00. In particular, MassDEP is proposing to amend 310 CMR 7.03(13), 310 CMR 7.24(3)-(6), 310 CMR 7.24(9), and specific definitions in 310 CMR 7.00 to require regulated gasoline dispensing facilities to decommission their “Stage II” vapor recovery systems as allowed by a May 2012 rule issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). These amendments will also require certain gasoline dispensing facilities to implement enhanced “Stage I” vapor controls. The amendments to 310 CMR 7.00, 310 CMR 7.03(13), 310 CMR 7.24(3)-(6) and 310 CMR 7.24(9), which relate to Stage I and II requirements, will be submitted to EPA for inclusion in the Massachusetts Ozone State Implementation Plan.

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Governor Patrick Names New MassDEP and DPU Commissioners

nergy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Rick Sullivan announced three leadership changes at the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) and the Department of Public Utilities (DPU). DPU Commissioner David W. Cash has been appointed MassDEP Commissioner, replacing Commissioner Kenneth Kimmell, who is leaving MassDEP to become the new President of the Union of Concerned Scientists. DPU Chief of Staff Kate McKeever has been appointed as a new member of the DPU Commission. MassDEP Commissioner – David Cash Prior to this appointment, Cash has served as Commissioner at the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU), where his primary agenda was to help create the best regulatory landscape for electric and gas utilities to dramatically expand the deployment of energy efficiency and renewable energy while reducing energy costs. Most recently, the DPU has been focusing on efforts to modernize the electric grid to enhance reliability and climate pre-

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Officers and Board Members in attendance: (L-R) Al Morteo, FED. CORP.; Kenneth Stevens, A. H. Harris & Sons, Inc.; David Zoppo, R. Zoppo, Corp.; Brian Rawston, Jay Cashman, Inc.; Richard Pacella, Jr., R. M. Pacella, Inc.; Tony Borrelli, Celco Const. Corp.; Kevin Cole, J. F. White Contracting Co.; Nick Biello, J. D’Amico, Inc.; Bill Irwin, C.J.P. & Sons Const. Co., Inc.; Maureen Dagle, Dagle Electrical Const., Corp.; Thomas Descoteaux, R. H. White Const. Co., Inc.; and Alex Dunn, Travelers Officers and Board Members not in attendance: Marcella Albanese, Albanese Bros., Inc.; Jeff Bardell, Daniel O’Connell’s Sons, Inc.; Vincent Barletta, Barletta Heavy Division; Steve Comoletti, P. Caliacco Corp.; Stephen J. Connolly, ATS Equipment, Inc.; Jerry Gagliarducci, Gagliarducci Const., Inc.; Marco Gioioso, P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc.; Phil Jasset, Honorary Board Member; John Our, Robert B. Our Co., Inc.; and Paul Scenna, Albanese D&S, Inc.

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ur first dinner meeting of the new year was billed as a “must attend,” as not only were UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors installed but, DPU Officials Jorge Santi and Robert Hayden, Esq. gave an informative presentation to our contractors letting them know what evidence they will need to defend themselves if an accident occurs on a jobsite. Executive Director Anne Klayman kicked off the evening by introducing new members who were in attendance, Greg Pierce of NorthStar Insurance Services, Inc. of Needham, MA; Josh Olsen, Sharon Klopfenstein, and Doug Irvin from the Lockton Companies of Boston, MA; and prospective member Matt Wrobel of Foley Carrier Services, LLC of Hartford, CT. Anne then began the program by saying that she recently met with Jorge Santi and Bob Hayden to discuss Dig Safe issues that were brought to her attention by some of our members. Having been a major proponent of Massachusetts Dig Safe regulations for over 30 years, UCANE keeps this issue at the top of its priority list. In an effort to keep our members current and to highlight the absolute importance of following all Dig Safe regulations, UCANE’s first Dinner Meeting of the new year featured two keynote speakers from the Department Public Utilities (DPU) Pipeline Division. Jorge Santi, Pipeline Division Director and Bob Hayden, Esq., Dig Safe Compliance Officer provided a slide presentation on key aspects of the law and then answered questions from members specifically directed at identifying what steps are necessary to support a contractors position during agency hearings should a Dig Safe violation be filed. This meeting was important for many reasons, foremost because it provided our members with an opportunity

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to listen to our speakers in a social setting, and to hear about the most common Dig Safe violations. In addressing these issues, the speakers primary goal was safety for everyone...contractors and the public at large. We believe our members would agree that they were even-handed in their critique of contractors, utilities, and mark-out companies, realizing that each could make a mistake. They shared with members that another goal is to educate everyone on the Dig Safe Law and have everyone understand that if you dig anywhere in Massachusetts, whether it is on public roads or on private property, whether a contractor or homeowner, there are rules that must be followed or the consequences could be catastrophic. Some of the major issues revolved around when to call Dig Safe; when to start excavating; responding to emergency situations; laying out the appropriate markings, and when to call when digging beyond the original site layout. Mr. Hayden spent considerable time explaining what type of documentation was needed to recreate the situation continued on page 17

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when a contractor is cited, and to determine who is at fault. As he stated, many problems arise because the information provided is inadequate. In one example, he mentioned photographs of damaged utilities that had no dimensions (i.e., distance from a curb or other reference points) and/ or showing no original mark-outs, thus making the photographs unusable. On the other hand, photographs taken before excavation showing mark-outs, and a sketch of the site with dimensions from fixed reference points and the actual location of buried utilities was the type of data needed to assess blame. He asked contractors to take the time to document their activities and to always inform Dig Safe if a buried utility was damaged, or accidentally scratched, even if no discernible damage was identified at the time. If this meeting between Dig Safe officials and members of the Utility Construction Industry was not a model to be followed by other government agencies, then it should be. The question and answer period that followed the presentation was direct with no “punches pulled.” Contractors got to ask about the issues that they are concerned with, including utility companies oftentimes being no-shows at pre-construction meetings where specific issues on buried utilities can be openly discussed. Although understanding that cooperation is necessary to eliminate Dig Safe violations, Mr. Santi could only listen to contactors concerns as the DPU has no authority over utility companies in this regard. By noting that their office receives close to 1000 violation notices each year, Mr. Santi was informing our members of the gravity of the situation, essentially saying, while most contractors follow the law, it’s obvious for this amount of violations, that some do not. He reiterated that contractors have the responsibility to educate themselves and their employees about the Dig Safe Law and that not knowing the law is not a defense.

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Our members’ comments following the meeting were truly positive in every respect. For those members who attended, the information they received was invaluable and a real eye-opener. To those members who were not able to attend, the essential points of this presentation can be found on page 19 or on the UCANE website. On behalf of all UCANE members, we want to thank Jorge Santi and Bob Hayden for taking the time out of their busy schedules to join us and for their service to public safety. Following the presentation Anne took to the stage and recognized our outgoing board members including: Mike Biszko, III, Biszko Contracting Corp.; Adam DeSanctis, DeSantis Insurance Agency, Inc.; Bill Keaveney of A. R. Belli, Inc.; Bob Lee, J. F. White Contracting Co.; Ryan McCourt, McCourt Construction Co.; and Louis Schoolcraft, Ti-SALES, Inc. She then introduced and installed UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors. UCANE President Al Morteo then thanked everyone for his or her vote of confidence in electing him for 2014. He stated that he did not take this position lightly and truly felt it an honor to represent our members and UCANE. Al pointed out some of the issues that he sees as critical in the year ahead, which include: • Securing increased SRF funding to assure that a maximum number of projects are put out to bid. • Assisting cities and towns to obtain necessary funding for their much needed water and sewer projects. • Continuing to press for passage of our Interest on Retainage and Dig Safe bills, which we have refiled, now that Governor Patrick has signed our Cost Adjustment bill into law. • UCANE will continue to promote safety on the jobsite. • Increasing UCANE’s membership to strengthen our Association. He asked for everyone’s support in order to help him reach his goal of 25 new members this year.

Anne concluded the evening by thanking everyone for attending. As we begin UCANE’s 60th year as an association, we realize more than before that a strong association can make a positive contribution towards improving our region’s underground clean water and wastewater infrastructure. n

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Overview of the Massachusetts Dig Safe Law Presentation by DPU’s Pipeline Division Director Jorge Santi and Dig Safe Compliance Officer Robert Hayden, Esq.

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The Dig Safe law applies to: • Anyone who excavates anywhere in Massachusetts, including persons excavating their own property • Utility companies with underground facilities

What’s an “Excavation?” The movement or removal of earth, rock or materials in the ground, including but not limited to digging, blasting, augering, backfilling, test boring, drilling, pile driving, grading, plowing in, hammering, pulling in, jacking in, trenching, tunneling, and demolition of structures.

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Excavators must: • • • • • •

Premark the proposed area Call Dig Safe Wait 72 hours before starting Begin excavation within 30 days Use adequate precaution when digging Excavate ONLY within the area you described to Dig Safe, Inc. • Maintain marks • Notify the Utility immediately if a facility is damaged

What if I’m working on private property? The law requires Dig Safe to be notified when excavating on Public or Private property.

Question: What if I’m asked to help a general contractor on a job and he already has a Dig Safe number? Can I legally dig? Answer: Not Yet. All excavating companies must be listed on a Dig Safe request ticket. Subcontractors must be added on to the original ticket, or get their own Dig Safe number. continued on page 21

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Who Marks? Utility Employees or Contract Locators

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Now that I have a Dig Safe number, when does it expire? In Massachusetts a Dig Safe number expires when the utility markings become faded, obliterated, or destroyed. Also, the excavation must begin within 30 days of calling Dig Safe, otherwise the Dig Safe number expires.

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Utility Employees ployees or Contract Locators Locators Refresh the Marks Yourself Or Call Dig Safe for Remark

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Excavators violate the Dig Safe Law when they fail to: • • • • • • • •

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Safety/Tolerance Zone Excavators must use non-mechanized equipment when digging within 18 inches of a marked underground facility.

• • • • •

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Reporting Violations • Member Utilities must report damage and violations to the DPU • Contractors should also report violations • Download forms at digsafe.com

DPU Regulations provide for: • Issuing notices of probable violation (NOPV) • Imposing civil penalties of Dig Safe Law violations The Pipeline Engineering and Safety Division of the DPU is responsible for enforcing Massachusetts Dig Safe Laws (G.L. c. 82, § § 40, 40A through 40E)

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Short-Term Solution Yet another option is to buy C shares. Not only will you have all your money working for you at the start, you’ll soon be free of redemption fees. Example 3: Stan Roberts puts his money into the C shares of fund XYZ. He accepts a 1% CDSC that will disappear after one year. Stan realizes that C shares charge a maximum 1% 12b-1 fee, year after year, but he doesn’t expect to hold fund XYZ for very long. Stan believes that if he sells the fund after holding for a year or two, he will have paid less in fees than he would have paid with A or B shares. continued on page 59

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may be a cash crunch. Subsequent deadlines give you moreApril time; payments are due on September 15 1 may be April Fool’ s Day, Preventing pen and January 15 of the following year. Use IRS Form You can avoid an un but April 15 might be considered 1040-ESApril’ for these penalty if all of your s cruelpayments. day. Not only do you You have generally to file estimated Form year—including to payhave any income tax due tax onthe 1040-ESfor if you owe $1,000 tax when taxyou credits—cover y the previous year,or youmore also in may file your return the an year. Thus, estimated taxbill, won’t or at least go far have tofor make estimated tax be a concern for businesses that will show a loss on come up short by le payment for the current year. A poor their annual tax return.

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Financial Management continued from page 59 $54,000 schedule, she could underpay her estimated tax and owe a penalty. As an alternative, Pam could make four $15,000 estimated tax payments for 2014. That would total $60,000 in estimated tax—100% of her 2013 tax bill—and exempt Pam from a penalty. However, if Pam’s adjusted gross income (AGI) in 2013 exceeded $150,000, she must pay more estimated tax under the safe harbor. Above that threshold, the safe harbor requires paying 110% of the prior year’s taxable income, rather than 100%. Thus, Pam decides to pay estimated tax this year in four $16,500 installments. This will bring Pam’s estimated tax total to $66,000—110% of the $60,000 in tax that she owed for 2013—so she won’t owe a penalty. Note that this example assumes that Pam expects an increase in business this year, and a larger tax obligation. If there is some reason to expect a smaller tax obligation, Pam can reduce her obligation accordingly to meet the 90% safe harbor requirement.

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THOMAS DESCOTEAUX R. H. White Const. Co., Inc.

JERRY GAGLIARDUCCI Gagliarducci Construction, Inc.

MARCO GIOIOSO P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc.

BRIAN RAWSTON Jay Cashman, Inc.

KENNETH STEVENS A. H. Harris & Sons, Inc.

DAVID ZOPPO R. Zoppo Corp.

Best wishes to UCANE’s Officers and Board as they meet the challenges of the new year. 33 Oak Street • Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 749-9468 • FAX (781) 749-6173

ZURICH SURETY We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate Al Morteo, the Officers and Board Members who will lead UCANE in 2014! 100 High St., Suite 1400 Boston, MA 02110 Tel: (617) 570-8800 • Fax: (617) 570-8997 Website: www.zurichna.com

Darmody, Merlino & Co., LLP CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS AND CONSULTANTS

Serving The Construction Industry Since 1938

Best wishes to UCANE’s Officers and Board of Directors as they meet the challenges of the new year. 75 Federal Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110-1997 OFFICE 617.426.7300 • FAX 617.426.2245 WWW.DARMODYMERLINO.COM

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MARCH, 2014

A. R. BELLI, INC. UCANE on celebrating 60 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. Cynthia Sementelli, President Bill Keaveney, General Manager Tel: (617) 332-8855 Fax: (617) 332-2158

271 Nevada Street Newtonville, MA 02460

DBE/WBE Certified

MARCH, 2014

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CULLEN, MURPHY & CO., P.C. Certified Public Accountants • John E. Merchant, CPA

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014. E-mail: jmerchant@cullenmurphyandco.com

Tel: (781) 769-6262 Fax: (781) 769-5675

CONGRATULATIONS

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

to UCANE’s Officers and Board as they meet the challenges of the new year.

★ ★ ★

1506 Providence Highway Norwood, MA 02062

A. Andreassi & Son, Inc. 781-769-1146

Congratulations to PAUL SCENNA on his installation as Secretary and to MARCELLA ALBANESE on her installation as a member of the Board of Directors. We applaud them for their dedication, hard work and commitment to UCANE. From your family at Albanese D&S, Inc. 66 Silva Lane • Dracut, MA 01826 Tel: (978) 937-0909 • Fax: (978) 937-9292

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MARCH, 2014

Alliant would like to congratulate UCANE’s 2014 Officers & Board of Directors.

131 Oliver Street, 4th Floor Boston, MA 02110 617.535.7200 | www.alliant.com

MARCH, 2014

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L. Guerini Group, Inc.

Congratulations

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate John Our and the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014.

to UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors UNITED WE STAND!

Meredith Allen Our Robert B. Our, III

P.O. Box 260187 Mattapan, MA 02126

P. O. Box 115 • Centerville, MA 02632

www.ourouthouses.com

Congratulations We are proud to be a UCANE member since 1968 and we wish to congratulate Al Morteo and the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014.

J. D’Amico, Inc. Mike Lenihan Anthony D’Amico

Nick Biello Jim D’Amico

Jim Baker

10 York Ave. • Randolph, MA 02368 Tel: (781) 961-3700 • Fax: (781) 986-4667 • E-Mail: mikel@jdamico.com

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MARCH, 2014

Daniel O’Connell’s Sons, Inc. Construction Managers and General Contractors Since 1879

Best wishes to my fellow Officers and Board Members. There is strength in numbers and our company is proud to support UCANE and work together to meet the challenges of the new year. ~ Jeff Bardell Western MA Office 480 Hampden Street Holyoke MA 01040 T: 413.534.0246 T: 800.255.0235 F: 413.534.2902

Eastern MA Office

Connecticut Office

1000 Franklin Village Drive, Suite 106 Franklin, MA 02038 T: 508.520.8900 F: 508.520.8925

59 Elm Street Suite 215 New Haven CT 06510 T: 203.672.0687 F: 203.672.0693

www.oconnells.com MARCH, 2014

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Congratulations to

UCANE on celebrating

60 years of excellence! from all of us at MWRA - our success is your success

CONGRATULATIONS to the Utility Contractors Association’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors

www.miltoncat.com

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MARCH, 2014

to UCANE

celebrating 60 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry.

Jay Cashman, Inc. 549 South St. Quincy, MA 02169 617.890.0600

MARCH, 2014

We are proud to be a UCANE member and applaud the dedication and commitment of UCANE’s Officers and Board of Directors.

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GENERAL CONTRACTOR Manufacturer and Installer of Bituminous Concrete Products

Congratulates UCANE

Celebrating 60 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry. (508) 583-2029

Office: Plant: (508) 587-6953

100 Wales Ave. Rear Avon, MA 02322

Best Wishes to UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry. UCANE has our full support! 83 Carmelina’s Circle • Ludlow, MA 01056 • Tel: 413-583-6160 • Fax: 413-583-6140

Happy 60th Anniversary UCANE! We are Proud to Be Part of Your History as We Stand Together to Improve the Utility Industry. Salute to the Officers and Fellow Board Members for all their Hard Work.

WBE Certified Tel: 800.379.1459 • Fax: 781.937.7678 •

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Dagle Electrical Construction, Corp. 76

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MARCH, 2014

Congratulations

to the 2014 Officers and Board of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc.

Put some power into your next precast project!

OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

Al Morteo.......................................................FED. CORP. Tony Borrelli..........................Celco Construction Corp. John Our.....................................Robert B. Our Co., Inc. Paul Scenna.....................................Albanese D&S, Inc. BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Marcella Albanese......................................................................Albanese Bros., Inc. Jeff Bardell...................................................................Daniel O’Connell’s Sons, Inc. Vincent Barletta.................................................................... Barletta Heavy Division Nick Biello...........................................................................................J. D’Amico, Inc. Kevin Cole........................................................................ J. F. White Contracting Co. Steve Comoletti............................................................................... P. Caliacco Corp. Stephen J. Connolly...................................................................ATS Equipment, Inc. Maureen Dagle............................................................Dagle Electrical Const., Corp. Alex Dunn...................................................................................................... Travelers Thomas Descoteaux............................................ R. H. White Construction Co., Inc. Jerry Gagliarducci................................................... Gagliarducci Construction, Inc. Marco Gioioso........................................................................ P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc. Bill Irwin....................................................................... C.J.P. & Sons Const. Co., Inc. Phil Jasset...........................................................................Honorary Board Member Richard Pacella, Jr.......................................................................... R. M. Pacella, Inc. Brian Rawston................................................................................Jay Cashman, Inc. Kenneth Stevens................................................................. A. H. Harris & Sons, Inc. David Zoppo........................................................................................ R. Zoppo Corp.

CSI

CONCRETE SYSTEMS, INC. 9 Commercial Street, Hudson, New Hampshire 03051

(800) 342-3374 (603) 889-4163 FAX (603) 889-0039

MARCH, 2014

Concrete Systems, Inc.: Manholes & Catch Basins, Box Culverts, Special Box Structures, Containment Vaults, CON/SPAN ® Bridge Systems, Permanent & Temporary Barrier, T-Wall ® Retaining Wall Systems, EcoWall, ARMOR CAST ® Aboveground Storage Tanks & ARMOR VAULT® Below Grade Storage Tank “BUYand FROM THE ADVERTISERS INTechnologies: CONSTRUCTION Systems Custom Structures. CSI Shelter PrecastOUTLOOK” Monolithic Structures for Power Generating Facilities, Meter or Pumping Stations, Hazmat Storage, Communications Buildings and PCS Equipment

SOMWBA Certified

Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 60 years of professional excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member, and will continue to support its goals. 922 Pleasant Street Norwood, MA 02062

Tel: (800) 426-6246 (781) 769-2400 Fax: (781) 769-8222

POWER LINE CONTRACTORS, INC. “All Your High Voltage Needs”

Congratulations on 60 years of Excellence! We wish the Officers and Board of Directors continued success in representing the Utility Industry in 2014 P.O. Box 2059 • Woburn, MA 01888-0059 Tel: 781-944-9077 • Fax: 781-942-2511 Email: power@powerlinecontracting.com Website: www.powerlinecontracting.com

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MARCH, 2014

The Leader in High Quality, Modular Trench Shoring SALES • RENTALS • SERVICE • REPAIRS • TRADE INS • RECERTIFICATION

Wishes to Congratulate the 2014 Officers and Board of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

226 Cherry Street • Shrewsbury, MA 01545 Call: 508.842.2822 • Fax: 508.842.2824 Email us at: sales@americanshoring.com

www.americanshoring.com MARCH, 2014

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GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for 60 years. 295 Pasco Road • Indian Orchard, MA 01151 Tel: 413.543.6978 • Fax: 413.543.6918 www.gagliarducci.com

Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 60 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member, and will continue to support its goals. 200 Merrimac Street Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 935-1919

140 Wales Avenue Avon, MA 02322 (508) 584-8484

102 State Road Whately, MA 01093 (413) 665-7009

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60 Shun Pike Road Johnston, RI 02919 (401) 942-9191

MARCH, 2014

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Congratulations to UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

MARCH, 2014

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WESTON & SAMPSON ENGINEERS, INC. Wishes to congratulate UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board

UNITED WE STAND! 5 Centennial Drive • Peabody, MA 01960 Tel: 978-532-1900 • Fax: 978-573-4054

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for six decades. 21 Arnold Farm Road W. Greenwich, RI 02817 Tel: 401.397.4950 • Fax: 401.397.4980 www.thompsonpump.com

One Federal Street, Boston, MA 02110 • 617.457.7700 • Fax 617.457.7777

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MARCH, 2014

Congratulations to the 2014 Officers and Board of Directors!

Protection starts here

and here.

DeSanctis Insurance Agency Serving the Bonding and Insurance needs of the N.E. construction industry for over 40 years.

Ad a m De Sa n c t i s Gre g o r y Ju w a Ja m e s A xo n Mi c h a e l Ca rn e y Wi l d e r Pa rk s Mi c h a e l Gi l b e r t Br y a n Ju w a Da v i d B o u t i e t t e Pa u l Pa t a l a n o Dick Caruso Jonathan Duggan

DeSanctis Insurance Agency, Inc. • 100 Unicorn Park Drive • Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 935-8480 www.desanctisins.com

MARCH, 2014

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Congratulations to the the2014 2013Officers Officersand and to Board of ofDirectors, Directors,and and to Board UCANE forfor over years to UCANE 60 59 years of of commitment and dedication commitment and dedication to our industry. to our industry. A.H. Harris & Sons, Inc.

H H

HARRIS

CONSTRUCTION SUPPLIES

www.ahharris.com

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014. 650 Industrial Drive • Halifax, MA 02338 T: 781.294.1080 • F: 781.294.4597 www.wesconstructioncorp.com

Congratulates UCANE

Celebrating 60 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry. NESC, INC. 99 Elm Street • Salisbury, MA 01952 • Tel: 978-462-1825 • Fax: 978-462-1827 www.nesc-inc.com • Email: mbardol@nesc-inc.com

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MARCH, 2014

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014.

MARCH, 2014

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396 Gifford St., Falmouth, MA 02540 P.O. Box 913, Falmouth, MA 02541 www.LawrenceLynch.com

508-548-1800 fax: 508-548-6917

Robert B. Our Co., Inc.

UCANE

Congratulates UCANE celebrating 60 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry.

is to be congratulated for 60 years of commitment and dedication to our industry. P.O. Box 1539 Harwich, MA 02645 Tel: 508.432.0530

J.F. WHITE CONTRACTING COMPANY 10 BURR STREET• FRAMINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS 01701-9020 TEL: (508) 879-4700 • FAX: (617) 454-1638 WWW.JFWHITE.COM

Congratulations to the Officers and Board of Directors of Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. Your Continued Dedication to the Utility Construction Industry is Appreciated by All.

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MARCH, 2014

INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS LOCAL 4

Happy 60th Anniversary to the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. Sending Best Wishes to UCANE President, Al Morteo, FED. CORP. and the 2014 Officers and Board of Directors LOUIS G. RASETTA, BUSINESS MANAGER & GENERAL VICE PRESIDENT W I L L I A M D. M C L A U G H L IN , P R E S ID E N T M I C H A E L J. B O W E S , V IC E P R E S ID E N T C H R IS T O P H E R T. F O G A R T Y , R E C O R D IN G S E C R E T A R Y P A U L C. D I M I N IC O , F IN A N C IA L S E C R E T A R Y D A V I D F. F A N T IN I , T R E A S U R E R B U S I N E S S R E P R E S E N T A T IV E S M IC H A E L J. B O W E S P A U L C. D I M IN IC O D A V ID F. F A N T IN I C H R IS T O P H E R T. F O G A R T Y R O D N E Y A. G IL L E S P IE W I L L IA M D. M C L A U G H L IN DAVID F. SHEA, JR. TRAINING COORDINATOR JOHN J. GAFFNY, JR.

MARCH, 2014

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Congratulations to UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors

United We Stand! 165 Hartwell St., West Boylston, MA 01583 Tel: 508-835-4431 • Toll Free: 800-723-7473 www.hrprescott.com

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Palmer Paving Corporation, Inc 25 Blanchard Street, Palmer, MA 01069 413-283-8354

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23 Arthur Street 43 Old Coldbrook 23 ArthurRoad Street 1000 Page Boulevard 25 Blanchard Street, 43 Old Coldbrook Road Easthampton, MA 01027 MA 01104 Barre, MA 01005 Easthampton, MASpringﬁeld, 01027 Palmer, MA 01069 Barre, MA 01005 413-527-6900413-283-8354 413-283-8354 413-737-4020 413-527-6900 413-283-8354

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MARCH, 2014

We wish to congratulate UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors.

OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

MARCH, 2014

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We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014! We are proud to be a UCANE member, and will continue to support its goals.

125 Stergis Way • Dedham, MA 02026 T: 781.407.9133 • F: 781.407.9134

Best Wishes to UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry.

UCANE HAS OUR FULL SUPPORT!

Construction Practice Group 20 Cabot Boulevard, Suite 300 • Mansfield, MA 02048 Tel: 508.342.6787 • Fax: 508.342.6790

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MARCH, 2014

Rain For Rent New England wishes to congratulate the 2014 Officers and Board of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Marcella Albanese......................................................................Albanese Bros., Inc. Jeff Bardell...................................................................Daniel O’Connell’s Sons, Inc. Vincent Barletta.................................................................... Barletta Heavy Division Nick Biello...........................................................................................J. D’Amico, Inc. Kevin Cole........................................................................ J. F. White Contracting Co. Steve Comoletti............................................................................... P. Caliacco Corp. Stephen J. Connolly...................................................................ATS Equipment, Inc. Maureen Dagle............................................................Dagle Electrical Const., Corp. Alex Dunn...................................................................................................... Travelers Thomas Descoteaux............................................ R. H. White Construction Co., Inc. Jerry Gagliarducci................................................... Gagliarducci Construction, Inc. Marco Gioioso........................................................................ P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc. Bill Irwin....................................................................... C.J.P. & Sons Const. Co., Inc. Phil Jasset...........................................................................Honorary Board Member Richard Pacella, Jr.......................................................................... R. M. Pacella, Inc. Brian Rawston................................................................................Jay Cashman, Inc. Kenneth Stevens................................................................. A. H. Harris & Sons, Inc. David Zoppo........................................................................................ R. Zoppo Corp.

9 Pioneer Drive • N. Oxford, MA 01537 Tel: 508.987.0042 • Fax: 508.987.0021

MARCH, 2014

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Well known for our many standards and specials

Since 1961

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014.

CONGRATULATES

UCANE

on celebrating 55 60 years of dedicated service to the underground utility industry! 1020 Turnpike St. (Rte.138) Canton, MA 02021 781-821-8870 Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Studs, Rods, Anchors, and Washers All Materials, Grades and Finishes

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MARCH, 2014

R. M. Pacella, Inc. Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 60 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry. 3 Madison St. • Plainville, MA 02762 Tel: (508) 695-5100 • Fax: (508) 695-2793

Umbro & Sons congratulates UCANE on celebrating 60 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry.

MARCH, 2014

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We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish Customers deserve to congratulate the the best. We demand it. Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014.

Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 60 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member and will continue to support its goals.

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P. O. Box 678 • Somerville, NJ 08876 Tel: 908-534-4021 • Fax: 908-534-5011

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MARCH, 2014

Wishes to congratulate the 2014 Officers and Board of Directors of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

173 Church Street • Yalesville, CT 06492 • Tel: 203.269.3119 www.unitedconcrete.com

MARCH, 2014

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Joseph P. Cardillo & Son, Inc. Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 60 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry. 1 Melvin Street • Wakefield, MA 01880 • T: 781.245.8095 • F: 781.245.3478

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors! Best wishes from your friends at:

SB General Contracting, Inc. 14 Renmar Avenue • Walpole, MA 02081 • T: 508.660.8700 • F: 508.660.8602

Congratulations to the 2014 UCANE Officers

Al Morteo John Our

Tony Borrelli Paul Scenna

and Board Members

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MARCH, 2014

SINCE 1972

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014. TEL: (781) 293-2100 • (866) 982-2206 FAX: (781) 293-4791 www.liddellbrothers.com 600 Industrial Dr. • Halifax, MA 02338 MARCH, 2014

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Griffin Dewatering New England, Inc. P.O. Route 6 299Box Hop9187, River Road Bolton, CT 06043

Tel: 860-643-9585 Fax: 860-646-0192

www.griffindewatering.com

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors! Best wishes to Al Morteo. From your friends at RJV Construction Corp. 21 Lincoln Street • Canton, MA 02021 T: (781) 821-1469 • F: (781) 828-5116

Everyone at Griffin would like to 2014 Officers congratulate the 2008 and Board Members of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. OFFICERS President........................................ AlBarletta Morteo President………....………Vincent PresidentElect........................... Elect…..............Joseph President Tony Pacella Borrelli Treasurer….......…..……….MarcoJohn Gioioso Treasurer......................................... Our Secretary………....….……….ChrisScenna Walsh Secretary....................................Paul

DIRECTORS Marcella Albanese Paula Benard Jeff Bardell Robert Berry Vincent Barletta Bob Bizak Terry Buckley Nick Biello Matt KevinCampano Cole Steve StevenComoletti Comoletti Jon D’Allessandro Stephen J. Connolly Tom Descoteaux Maureen Dagle Jerry Gagliarducci Thomas Descoteaux Phil Jasset

Alex DunnLenihan Michael Jerry RyanGagliarducci McCourt Marco Gioioso John Pacella Bill Irwin Peterson Duncan Chris Podgurski Phil Jasset Paul Scenna Richard Pacella, Jr. Jim Shalek Brian Rawston Pat Walsh, Jr. Kenneth Stevens David Zoppo David Zoppo

UCANE is to be congratulated for over 60 years of commitment and dedication to our industry. Kirk Franklin 615 Tarkiln Hill Road New Bedford, MA 02745 T: 508.995.9997 • F: 508.995.0002 www.frankcorp.com

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MARCH, 2014

Time is tight & Mother Nature’s about to toss you a curve ball.

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BakerCorp Boston 102 Old Worcester Road, Oxford, MA 01540

(508) 987-0034 / www.bakercorp.com

MARCH, 2014

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We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014.

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors

AQUA LINE UTILITY, INC.

UNITED WE STAND!

268 Washington St. E. Bridgewater, MA 02333 Tel: 508.690.2009

SITE DEVELOPMENT CONTRACTORS

MAROIS BROTHERS, INC.

115 Blackstone River Rd., Worcester, MA 01607 (508) 791-8134

BEST WISHES TO UCANE’S 2014 OFFICERS AND BOARD We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry.

UCANE HAS OUR FULL SUPPORT!

TRENCH SAFETY

169-B Memorial Drive • Shrewsbury, MA 01545 Tel: 508-842-3790 • www.ur.com 100

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MARCH, 2014

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our Industry for six decades.

www.woodcomachinery.com

UNITED WE STAND!

22 North Maple Street Woburn, MA 01801 781-935-3377

General Contractor

28 Loon Hill Road, Dracut, MA 01826 Tel: 978-454-8850 • Fax: 978-458-8710

Massachu Woburn Corporate H 22 North M Woburn, MA Phone: 781

www.woodcomachinery.com

Water Works Supply Corp. Water • Sewer • Drain

24 HOUR SERVICE • LARGE INVENTORY Water Works Supply Corp. CONGRATULATES UCANE ON CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE TO THE UNDERGROUND UTILITY INDUSTRY.

www.wwscorp.com

Malden, MA 800.322.1327 781.322.1238 Londonderry, NH 800.432.6393 603.432.6393

Water Works Supply Corp. Supports UCANE MARCH, 2014

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Wishes to Congratulate UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

Al Morteo Tony Borrelli John Our Paul Scenna

Marcella Albanese Jeff Bardell Vincent Barletta Nick Biello Kevin Cole Steve Comoletti Stephen J. Connolly Maureen Dagle Alex Dunn Thomas Descoteaux Jerry Gagliarducci Marco Gioioso Bill Irwin Phil Jasset Richard Pacella, Jr. Brian Rawston Kenneth Stevens David Zoppo

FED. CORP. Celco Const. Corp. Robert B. Our Co., Inc. Albanese D&S, Inc.

Albanese Bros., Inc. Daniel O’Connell’s Sons, Inc. Barletta Heavy Division J. D’Amico, Inc. J. F. White Contracting Co. P. Caliacco Corp. ATS Equipment, Inc. Dagle Electrical Const., Corp. Travelers R. H. White Construction Co., Inc. Gagliarducci Construction, Inc. P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc. C.J.P. & Sons Const. Co., Inc. Honorary Board Member R. M. Pacella, Inc. Jay Cashman, Inc. A. H. Harris & Sons, Inc. R. Zoppo Corp.

160 Old Maple St. • Stoughton, MA 02072 Tel: 781.344.8822 • Fax: 781.344.7382

Congratulations UCANE... Ready, Willing and Able to speak as the unified voice of the Underground Utility Industry.

utilities * road & bridge * track * sitework 100 Hancock St., Way Suite 901 10 Commerce Westford, MA 01886 Quincy, MA 02171 P:978-692-1901 T: 617.845.8000 F: 617.845.8001 978-692-1903 F:

www.lmheavycivil.com An Equal Employer An EqualOpportunity Opportunity Employer A C.M.C. di Ravenna Company

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the

Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014.

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2 Dexter Street • Everett, MA 02149 T: 617.389.7213 • F: 617.294.1663 • www.scrapit.us

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OCEAN STATE OIL 1373 WASHINGTON ST. WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 Tel: 781.340.0400

Best wishes to my fellow Officers and Board Members as we meet the challenges of 2014.

Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 60 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry! 123 Ocean State Drive North Kingstown, RI 02852 800-554-4557 www.oceanstateoil.com

BEST WISHES TO UCANE’S 2014 OFFICERS AND BOARD We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry. CELEBRATING OVER 50 YEARS 38 Mountain Ash Lane • Pembroke, MA 02359 Phone: (781) 331-6521 • Fax (781) 335-6853 Cell Phone: (781) 635-8389

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P.T. Kelley, Inc. Wishes to Congratulate UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

Al Morteo Tony Borrelli John Our Paul Scenna

FED. CORP. Celco Const. Corp. Robert B. Our Co., Inc. Albanese D&S, Inc.

General Contractors

65 Otis St., Somerville, MA 02145 Tel: 617-625-5100 Fax: 617-628-6740

Congratulates UCANE’s 2014 Officers and Board We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry.

60 K Street • South Boston, MA 02127 Tel: 617.269.2330

Celebrating UCANE’s 60 years of excellence We are proud to support UCANE and recognize the dedication of the 2014 Officers and Board of Directors. Experience the power of being understood. Call 617.912.9000 or visit www.mcgladrey.com.

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Congratulations to the 2014 slate of Officers and Board of Directors. There is strength in numbers and our company is proud to stand alongside other UCANE members to support and work for our common goals.

300 Congress Street Quincy, MA 02169-0907 617.773.9200

238 Bedford Street Lexington, MA 02421 781.861.1800

281 Main Street Webster, MA 01570 508.671.9222

www.tonry.com

BEST WISHES TO UCANE’S 2014 OFFICERS AND BOARD We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry.

ALBANY

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I am proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014! 8 Springdale Ave. • Canton, MA 02021 • 781.828.0821 • 800.286.0404 www.podgurskicorp.com

Congratulations UCANE on celebrating 60 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member and will continue to support its goals. Accounting & Tax Management • Consulting • Business Valuation • HR Consulting 10 Forbes Road West, Braintree, MA 02184 www.kafgroup.com

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L&L

Concrete Products, Inc.

Congratulations to UCANE’S 2014 Officers and Board of Directors

travelers.com The Travelers Indemnity Company and its property casualty affiliates. One Tower Square, Hartford, CT 06183 © 2014 The Travelers Indemnity Company. All rights reserved. Travelers and the Travelers Umbrella logo are registered trademarks in the U.S. and other countries. CP-8186 New 2-14

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Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for six decades. P. O. Box 516 Webster, MA 01570 Tel: (508) 987-8175 Fax: (508) 987-8822

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We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014.

284 Eastern Ave. • Chelsea, MA 02150 T: 617.884.7800 • F: 617.884.7638 www.burkeoil.com

SAND & STONE CORP. 192 Plain St. North Attleboro, MA 02760 (508) 699-2911 www.borocorp.com

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for six decades.

Congratulations UCANE on celebrating 60 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member and will continue to support its goals. 79 Nahanton Avenue • Milton, MA 02186 T: 617-269-0400 • F: 617-696-8758 108

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Congratulating UCANE on Achieving 60 Years of Professional Excellence.

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Estate Planning Business Succession Planning Executive Benefits Health & Welfare Benefits Retirement Plans HR Consulting & Outsourcing Reservoir Corporate Center 144 Turnpike Road, Suite 110 Southborough, MA 01772

www.pinnaclefinancialconsultants.com

is proud to be a UCANE member and congratulates the officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014! William L. Labbe, CPCU, CIC william.labbe@hubinternational.com (P) 508-235-2208 (C) 508-944-4239 (F) 866-602-4965 www.hubinternational.com

222 Milliken Boulevard, Fall River, MA 02722

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the

Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014. Feeney Brothers Excavation, LLC 103 Clayton Street • Dorchester, MA 02122 T: 617-287-1004 • F: 617-282-1669 • www.feeneybrothers.com

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Godwin, a Xylem Brand Congratulates UCANE on Celebrating 60 Years of Excellence.

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for 60 years.

From Team EJP to Team UCANE... We’re proud to be members and we salute this year’s officers and board!

Water, WasteWater & stormWater solutions

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• Newton Johnson, President • Oscar B. Johnson, Executive Vice President • Mark D. Leskanic, Vice President • Christopher Clark, Account Executive

BondLetor Insurance Problems? Eastern States Insurance us improve upon your current program. Insurance

Bonds

Employee Beneﬁts We can help!

Risk Management

50 Prospect Street | Waltham, Massachusetts 02453 | (781) 642-9000 | (781) 647-3670 fax | esia.com

Congratulates UCANE

• Problem Obtaining Bonds? • Slow Service? • Uncompetitive Terms? 12/11/09 • Bid Bonds • Performance & Payment Bonds • High Insurance Premiums? • Inadequate Coverage? • Poor Service? • All Forms of Liability and Property Insurance • Newton Johnson, President • Oscar B. Johnson, Executive Vice President • Mark D. Leskanic, Vice President • Christopher Clark, Account Executive

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Congratulations to the 2014 Officers and Board of Directors J. A. POLITO & SONS CO., INC. SHREWSBURY, MA

MARCH, 2014

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P.A. Landers, Inc.

The Smart Choice For All Your Site Development Needs

Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 60 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry. 351 Winter Street • Hanover, MA 02339 800.660.6404 • 781.826.8818 Fax: 781.829.8934 www.palanders.com

Route 130 • Sandwich, MA 02563 800.834.4333 • 508.477.8818 Fax: 508.477.8818

Congratulations to the 2014 Officers and Board of Directors. WE APPRECIATE YOUR COMMITMENT AND LEADERSHIP

& Precaster! Inc. A.F.New Amorello England’s PremierSons, GENERAL CONTRACTORS

(800) 696-SHEA (7432)

www.sheaconcrete.com

115 Southwest Cutoff • Worcester, MA 01614 • 508-791-8778 Fax: 508-791-2296

Fax: (978) 388-6959

info@sheaconcrete.com

Manufacturer of:

Tel: 800.696.SHEA (7432) Stairs, Bulkheads, Septic Tanks, Pump Stations, Leach Chambers, Manholes, Fax: 978.658.2645 Drywells, Utility Structures, Barriers, Curbing, Precast Footings, Bollards, Fire www.sheaconcrete.com Cisterns, Box Culvert, Stormwater Systems, Retaining Walls, Precast info@sheaconcrete.com Concrete Buildings, etc…

New England’s Premier Precaster! (800) 696-SHEA (7432)

www.sheaconcrete.com

info@sheaconcrete.com Best Wishes to UCANE’s 2014 Manufacturer of: Officers and Board Fax: (978) 388-6959

Stairs, Bulkheads, Septic Tanks, Pump Stations, Leach Chambers, Manholes, Drywells, Utility Structures, Barriers, Curbing, Precast Footings, Bollards, Fire Cisterns, Box Culvert, Stormwater Systems, Retaining Walls, Precast Concrete Buildings, etc…

We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry.

UCANE HAS OUR FULL SUPPORT! 773 Salem Street 87 Haverhill Road 153 Cranberry Hwy Wilmington, MA Amesbury, MA Rochester, MA Mail: PO Box 520 ● Wilmington, MA 01887

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87 Haverhill Road

153 Cranberry Hwy

MARCH, 2014

We are proud to be a UCANE member, and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014.

JP & SONS onstruction Co., Inc.

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

WATER CONTRACTING, INC.

THE 2014 OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE UTILITY CONTRACTORS’ ASSN. OF NEW ENGLAND, INC. ARE TO BE CONGRATULATED. Your dedication to improving our industry is deeply appreciated.

399 Fuller Street • Ludlow, MA 01056 Tel: (413) 583-3196 • Fax: (413) 583-2901

1420 MAIN STREET MILLIS, MA 02054

HALUCH

SPS

TEL: 508-376-4916 FAX: 508-376-8921

New England, Inc. 98 Elm Street • Salisbury, MA 01952

New England, Inc. to the new slate of Officers and Board of Directors.

There is strength in numbers and our company is proud to stand alongside other UCANE members to support and work for our common goals. Tel: 978.462.6543 • Fax: 978.462.0345 www.spsnewengland.com MARCH, 2014

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SOMWBA Certified MBE/WBE/DBE

P.O. Box 693 Leominster, MA 01453 Phone: 978.840.9700 Fax: 978.840.9702 Website: www.gvcconstruction.com

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for six decades. Concrete Construction • Road Construction • Utility Installations • Site Work

J.F. McDonald Insurance Agency, Inc. Joseph F. McDonald

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2014. P. O. Box 890299 • 20 Iron Hill Street • E. Weymouth, MA 02189 T: 781-682-9999 • F: 781-682-9793 • Email: jfmbonds@comcast.net

EBI Consulting environmental | engineering | due diligence

Congratulations UCANE on celebrating 60 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry. 21 B Street • Burlington, MA 01803 T: 617.715.1839 F: 617.715.6539 www.ebiconsulting.com

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W. Walsh Company Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 60 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry! INC.

H2OK

32 Walton St., Attleboro, MA 02703

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Commemorative Issue Congratulatory Ads Aggregate Industries - N. E. Region................................ 89 Albanese Brothers, Inc................................................... 101 Albanese D&S, Inc.......................................................... 70 Alliant Construction Services Group............................... 71 Allied Bolt & Screw Corp................................................ 92 American Shoring Inc...................................................... 79 A. F. Amorello & Sons, Inc............................................ 112 A. Andreassi & Son, Inc.................................................. 70 Aon Construction Services Group................................... 82 Aqua Line Utility, Inc. .................................................. 100 BakerCorp........................................................................ 99 Baltazar Contractors, Inc................................................. 76 Barletta Heavy Division................................................... 90 A. R. Belli, Inc................................................................. 69 Boro Sand & Stone Corp............................................... 108 Dennis K. Burke, Inc..................................................... 108 C. J. P. & Sons Const. Co., Inc...................................... 113 P. Caliacco Corp............................................................. 103 Joseph P. Cardillo & Son, Inc.......................................... 96 Jay Cashman, Inc............................................................. 75 Celco Construction Corp................................................ 103 Concrete Systems, Inc...................................................... 77 Cullen, Murphy & Co., P. C............................................. 70 Dagle Electrical Construction Corp................................. 76 J. D’Amico, Inc................................................................ 72 Darmody, Merlino & Co., LLP........................................ 68 Dedham Recycled Gravel (FED. CORP.)........................ 25 DeSanctis Insurance Agency, Inc..................................... 83 EBI Consulting.............................................................. 114 EJ...................................................................................... 94 Eastern States Insurance Agency, Inc............................ 111 T. L. Edwards, Inc............................................................ 76 FED. CORP............................................................... 2 & 25 Feeney Bros. Excavation, LLC...................................... 109 Ferguson Waterworks....................................................... 92 Frank Corp. Environmental Services............................... 98 GVC Construction & Engineering, Inc.......................... 114 Gagliarducci Construction, Inc........................................ 80 Gencorp Insurance Group................................................ 90 P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc.................................. Ins. Back Cvr. Godwin........................................................................... 110 Griffin Dewatering New England.................................... 98 L. Guerini Group, Inc....................................................... 72 HD Supply Waterworks................................................... 90 Haluch Water Contracting, Inc....................................... 113 A. H. Harris & Sons, Inc.................................................. 84 Hinckley Allen, LLP...................................................... 105 Hub International New England, LLC........................... 109 Iaria Bros., Inc.................................................................. 68 IUOE Local 4................................................................... 87 K & K Excavation Co., Inc............................................ 108 P. T. Kelley, Inc.............................................................. 104 Kirkland, Albrecht & Fredrickson, LLC........................ 106 L & L Concrete Products, Inc........................................ 107 LM Heavy Civil Construction, LLC.............................. 102

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P. A. Landers, Inc........................................................... 112 Lawrence-Lynch Corp..................................................... 86 Liddell Brothers Inc......................................................... 97 MWRA............................................................................. 74 Mabey, Inc........................................................................ 83 Marois Brothers, Inc...................................................... 100 McCourt Construction Co.............................................. 104 J. F. McDonald Insurance Agency, Inc.......................... 114 McGladrey..................................................................... 104 Milton CAT...................................................................... 74 NESC, Inc........................................................................ 84 North East Shoring Equipment, LLC............................. 110 Northeast Traffic Control Services, Inc......................... 107 NorthStar Insurance Services, Inc.................................... 92 Ocean State Oil.............................................................. 103 Daniel O’Connell’s Sons, Inc.......................................... 73 Robert B. Our Co., Inc..................................................... 86 Our Outhouses, Inc.......................................................... 72 R. M. Pacella, Inc............................................................. 93 Palmer Paving Corporation, Inc....................................... 88 Pinnacle Financial Group............................................... 109 Podgurski Corp.............................................................. 106 J. A. Polito & Sons Co., Inc........................................... 111 Power Line Contractors, Inc............................................ 78 E. J. Prescott, Inc............................................................ 110 H. R. Prescott & Sons, Inc............................................... 88 RJV Construction Corp.................................................... 98 Rain for Rent-New England............................................. 91 Rodman Ford Sales, Inc................................................... 85 SB General Contracting, Inc............................................ 96 SPS New England, Inc................................................... 113 The Scituate Companies.................................................. 81 Scrap-It, Inc.................................................................... 102 Shea Concrete Products................................................. 112 Stiles Company, Inc......................................................... 78 Taylor Oil Company........................................................ 96 Thompson Pump.............................................................. 82 Albert J. Tonry & Co., Inc............................................. 105 Travelers......................................................................... 107 Umbro & Sons Construction Corp................................... 93 United Concrete Products, Inc......................................... 95 United Rentals Trench Safety........................................ 100 The Vellano Corporation......................................... 64 & 65 Vianini Pipe, Inc............................................................... 94 WES Construction Corp.................................................. 84 W. Walsh Co., Inc.......................................................... 114 Water Works Supply Corp............................................. 101 Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc.................................. 82 J. F. White Contracting Co............................................... 86 R. H. White Construction Co., Inc................................... 93 C. N. Wood Company, Inc............................................... 80 Woodco Machinery, Inc................................................. 101 World Diamond Source.................................................... 94 R. Zoppo Corp............................................................... 102 Zurich Surety................................................................... 68

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E.H. Perkins Construction, Inc. & Subsidiaries P.O. Box 301, Wayland, MA 01778 (508) 358-6161 • (781) 890-6505

-PLANT LOCATIONSQUINN-PERKINS S & G CO. Burlington (781) 272-0200 PANDOLF-PERKINS CO. Sterling (978) 422-8812 • (800) 339-3389 KANE-PERKINS CO. Hudson (978) 562-3436 • (800) 287-3436 GRAVEL • SAND • STONE FILL AND LOAM BITUMINOUS CONCRETE (PAVING) READY-MIX CONCRETE PRECAST CONCRETE PRODUCTS

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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Advertisers’ Index ATS Equipment, Inc. ...........................................................32 Albanese D&S, Inc.................................................................6 Allied Recycling Center.......................................................34 American Shoring, Inc...........................................................8 Boro Sand & Stone Corp......................................................56 Dennis K. Burke, Inc............................................................50 Concrete Systems, Inc..........................................................22 Dagle Electrical Construction, Corp................................... 46 Darmody, Merlino & Co., LLP............................................54 DeSanctis Insurance Agency, Inc. . .....................................48 Dig Safe System, Inc............................................................54 The Driscoll Agency ...........................................................53 EJ..........................................................................................12 Eastern Pipe Service, LLC...................................................58 Eastern States Insurance Agency, Inc..................................43 T. L. Edwards, Inc............................................................... 60 Ferguson Waterworks...........................................................61 Foley Carrier Services, LLC................................................11 Geod Consulting, Inc............................................................51 Genalco, Inc............................................................................5 L. Guerini Group, Inc...........................................................56 HD Supply Waterworks..........................................................4 A. H. Harris & Sons, Inc. ....................................................57 Hinckley Allen, LLP........................................................... 24 P. J. Keating Company..........................................................38 P. A. Landers, Inc.................................................................54 Lawrence-Lynch Corp..........................................................55 Liddell Brothers Inc............................................................. 40 Lorusso Corp........................................................................58 Lorusso Heavy Equipment, LLC........................................ 44 Mabey, Inc............................................................................51 Mass Broken Stone Company...............................................23 Milton CAT...........................................................................16 Norfolk Power Equipment, Inc.............................................57 North East Shoring Equipment, LLC...................................13 NorthStar Insurance Services, Inc.......................................30 Our Outhouses, Inc...............................................................58 Palmer Paving Corporation..................................................56 E. H. Perkins Construction Co., Inc................................... 116 Podgurski Corp.....................................................................59 E. J. Prescott, Inc..............................................Ins. Front Cvr. Rain For Rent-New England.................................................28 Read Custom Soils . .............................................................50 Rodman Ford Sales, Inc........................................................18 Rogers & Gray Insurance Agency, Inc.................................45 Schmidt Equipment, Inc.......................................... Back Cvr. The Scituate Companies.......................................................42 Scrap-It, Inc..........................................................................20 Shea Concrete Products........................................................52 Smith Print............................................................................50 Social Mavens...................................................................... 60 Starkweather & Shepley Ins. Brokerage, Inc.........................9 Sunbelt Rentals/Pump & Power Services............................49 Systems Support Corporation...............................................11 Taylor Oil Company............................................................ 60 Ti-SALES, Inc. ....................................................................21 Albert J. Tonry & Co., Inc....................................................57 Travelers..................................................................................7 United Concrete Products, Inc. ...........................................48 United Rentals Trench Safety...............................................26 C. N. Wood Co., Inc. . ..........................................................10 Woodco Machinery, Inc.......................................................36

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Congratulations to the 2014 Slate of Officers and Board of Directors. With your guidance, CONGUCANE RATULATIONS will take a leadership role MARCO GIOIOSO in maintaining the economic From your staff and partners at growth of our industry.

Gioioso Sons, Inc. We are veryP. prou d of&you for being installed as the new50UCAN E PresStreet Sprague ident.• Hyde Park, MA 02136 Tel: 617.364.5800 • Fax: 617.364.9462

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