St. Louis Branch APWA Holiday Luncheon
Hollywood Casino St. Louis
777 Casino Center Drive
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Thursday, December 10, 2015
Networking starting at 11:30 a.m.
Lunch at Noon
Cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members
We will be dining from the "Eat Up!" Buffet
Raffle to benefit the Branch's Community Outreach
Committee "Adopt a Family" project
Attendance Prizes
Networking
Holiday Cheer
Activity Committee event in the Casino immediately
following the luncheon
We are now accepting payments in advance. You may pay by credit card by se-
lecting the PaypPal option and clicking on the PayPal logo. You are then given
the option to pay with a PayPal account or a credit card. Payment at the door is
still an option and can be selected when submitting a reservation
RSVP by Friday, December 4, 2015 by 4 p.m.
RSVP Information Coming Soon!
2015 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
CHAPTER OFFICER
Eric Landwehr, President
Cole County (573) 636-3614
Tod Fagan, Vice President
Laclede Gas (314) 658-5496
Chris Boyd, Senior Treasurer
City of Richmond Heights (314) 503-8095
Steve Schultz, Secretary/Junior Treasurer
Bartlett & West (573) 659-6738
Ty Abbott, Past President
ABNA, (314) 454-0222
Gary Scheipeter, Chapter Delegate
David Miller, Chapter Alternate Delegate
John Collins, Director, Communications
(2015-2016)
Paul Verheyen, Director, Membership
(2014-2015)
Wes Theissen, Director, Education/Training
(2014-2015)
Lee Cannon, Director, Awards/Historical
(2015-2016)
Keith Francis, Director, Strategic Planning
(2015-2016)
Martin Gugel, Director, APWA Services
(2014-2015)
ST. LOUIS BRANCH OFFICERS
Mike Busch, Chair
Oates Associates (314) 588-8381
Len Madalon, Vice Chair
EDM, Inc. (314) 335-6945
Bryson Baker, Secretary
City of Sunset Hills (314) 849-3400
April Giesmann, Treasurer
Kuhlmann design Group (314) 374-5755
Anne Lamitola, Past Chair
City of Ladue, (314) 993-5665
Ken Hammell, Street Superintendent Program
Wade Montgomery, Membership
Chris Linneman, Education
Wes Theissen, Golf Outing
Ben Niesen, Golf Outing
Glenn Smith, Inspectors Course
Vijay Bhasin, Inspectors Course
Tony Russo, Activities Committee
Jason Dohrmann, Community Outreach
Al Herl, Communications
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November, 2015
November 8-10, 2015 2015 Missouri Chapter Fall Conference,
Columbia, Missouri
December 10, 2014 Branch Holiday Lunch Meeting
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Holiday Hearts: Adopt-a-Family Crisis Nursery
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For the past four years, the St. Louis Branch of the Missouri Chapter APWA has adopted families
from Crisis Family Nursery during the holiday season to provide a brighter Christmas morning to
those in need. After the second year, we expanded our efforts and adopted multiple families
through your charitable contributions and donations, and have continued to pursue two families
last year and again this year.
This year, our fundraising began earlier than normal, starting with a raffle at the May program/
picnic event at Shaw Park. The event raised $220 thanks to donations from Bax, M3, and CMT.
Then at the October program, donations from Tony Russo, HR Green, and Missouri Petroleum allowed the Chapter
to raise $460. These donations, combined with cash donations from EFK Moen and Vijay Bhasin, put the Chapter is a
great position heading into the December Program. But we are not done.
Your help is still needed. We are still in need of donations for the December 10th raffle.
Raffle tickets are 1 for $5, 3 for $10 or 6 for $20,
and you will have a chance to win the following prizes already committed:
A round of golf for three at Meadowbrook Country Club
Donated by Geotechnology
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Two tickets to a St. Louis Cardinals Game in the Laclede Gas box in 2016
Donated by Laclede Gas
Two tickets to a St. Louis Cardinals Game in 2016
Donated by Burns & McDonnell
Four tickets to the St. Louis Rams Game on Sunday December 13th vs. the Detroit Lions
Donated by Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc.
3 nights stay at the Blue Heron Beach Resort in Orlando, Florida
(located ½ mile from Downtown Disney)
Donated by Intuition & Logic
Please don’t hesitate to contact either Jason Dohrmann ([email protected]) or John Keevan
([email protected]) to make a donation or with any questions you may have.
Thank you in advance for your continued support of this outstanding charity!
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2015 Missouri Chapter APWA Fall Conference
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THE 2015 FALL CONFERENCE IS ONLY 1 WEEK AWAY!
FINAL PREPARATIONS ARE WRAPPING UP REGULAR REGISTRATION ENDS AT MIDNIGHT ON SATURDAY
($20 LATE FEE WILL APPLY BEGINNING NOVEMBER 1)
We now have over 175 attendees, making this the largest chapter conference in recent history.
Already registered? The Conference App is still under development, but you can download it now.
See attachments for schedule and information on sponsorship opportunities
Click on the link below to register as an Attendee
2015 Missouri Chapter APWA Fall Conference November 8-10, 2015
Holiday Inn Executive Center 2200 I-70 Drive S.W. Columbia, Missouri 65203
Make hotel reservations by calling 1-800-HOLIDAY or 573-445-8531, ext 793
Reference Block "PW5" to get the conference rate of $99.95/night (plus taxes and hotel surcharge) Hotel registration deadline was October 23, 2015
Click Here for Attendee Registration
Registration: $150 Those registering after October 31st will be charged a $20 late fee
Free registration for students-contact [email protected] for details
Exhibitor Booths Sold Out!
Conference Chairs:
Aaron Terry PE CFM PMP Senior Project Engineer/Manager
EFK Moen 314-514-4237
Steve Meyer, PE Director of Public Works
City of Des Peres 314-835-6133
Steve Schultz, PE Senior Project Manager
Bartlett & West 573-659-6738
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MSD/ACEC Seminar Series
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This is the 3rd in the series of ACEC and MSD sponsored informational seminars to provide the consulting community with insight into some of the specific programs and new developments
at MSD.
TOPIC: MSD CMOM DASHBOARD
Tracking the Capacity, Management, Operations & Maintenance Program
Jonathon Sprague – Director of Operations
November 5, 2015
Registration and Networking at 7:30 am
Program from 8:00 am to 10:00 am (1.5 PDH’s)
The Engineer’s Club of St. Louis
4359 Lindell Blvd, St Louis, MO 63108
Continental Breakfast Served
Cost is $15 per person. Make checks payable to ACEC/MO. (No-shows will be charged)
Register by October 29th by contacting Kurt Krispin via email at [email protected] or phone at 314-533-9333
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Click, Listen & Learn—The Urban Forestry Role in Community Resilience
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DATE: November 12, 2015
TIME: 10:00 a.m.—Noon
LOCATION: City of Maryland Heights, City Hall
11911 Dorsett Road
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Our nation’s communities continually face the shocks and stresses which Storm related natural disasters pose. The very
nature, frequency, and severity of Storm impacts challenges Municipal Professionals to consider innovative and collabo-
rative approaches which shift the focus from simply responding and recovering, towards a “culture of preparedness” and
ultimately a “culture of resilience”.
The Urban Forestry Incident Command Engagement Model is a framework and a set of tools which can immediately be
applied towards resilient infrastructure, economy and community.
After attending this session, participants will be better able to:
• Articulate a general understanding of a specific model of engagement which can be used between communities of mu-
nicipal professionals towards achieving more resilient cities.
• Explain the value proposition and human dimensions of urban forestry and urban greening science relative to municipal
investments and management.
• Describe the “next steps” which would follow for applying and implementing the three-step engagement model.
• Discuss the three-step engagement model which can be applied specifically to collaboration between municipal profes-
sionals with urban forestry and emergency management responsibilities
Click here for more information
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APWA Self-Assessment Workshop
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Offered in cooperation with the STL Metro Branch, the APWA MO Chapter and the City of Clayton, MO
WHEN: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2015
8:00 a.m. -4:30 P.M.
WHERE: Center of Clayton
50 South Gay Avenue
Clayton, MO 63105
COST: Free to Members and Non-Members. Lunch provided. Reservations are required to assure adequate meals
are ordered. NO WALK-INS
MAKE RESERVATIONS:
RSVP to Wes Theissen at BFA, Inc. at [email protected],
SPEAKER: Ann Daniels, Director of Accreditation, APWA
REFERENCE MATERIAL: The text for the accreditation process is Public Works Management Practices Manual,
8th Edition. If you do not already own the text, you can purchase the latest edition from the APWA on-line Bookstore by
clicking here. Copies will NOT be available for purchase on-site. It’s a valuable resource to have in your public works
library, regardless!
COURSE OBJECTIVE: Is your agency operating at peak performance and productivity levels of operations? Have
you really reviewed them with your staff to see what improvement might be made? Do you review your policies, proce-
dures, and practices on a regular basis? What guidelines do you use to measure your performance? This workshop is de-
signed to provide you with the tools and information to help you examine and evaluate your agency’s current manage-
ment policies and procedures. You’ll learn how to target the problem areas, identify opportunities, and improve overall
effectiveness of any public works operation. If you’re already working through the Self Assessment program, this work-
shop will provide you with “hands-on” training, using the Public Works Management Practices Manual, Sixth Edition,
in preparation for completing the program or beginning the Accreditation process.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: This course is intended to provide an opportunity for those individuals or agencies who are
contemplating accreditation. Learn what to expect from the accreditation process and what you should be doing to pre-
pare ahead of time.
Class Topics\modules:
-Assessment & Getting Started
– How They Did it
-Up and Participant Evaluation
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New Missouri Chapter LinkedIn Account
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The Missouri Chapter APWA has created a new LinkedIn account called APWA Missouri Chapter.
Click here to join the account
There are two subgroups, St. Louis Branch and Young Professionals Committee, within the account.
LinkedIn is used for business and business people. LinkedIn allows you to stay connected with other members of Mis-
souri Chapter APWA. LinkedIn is your online resume which showcases your abilities and recommendations.
Benefits of LinkedIn
Expand your network significantly and create more work opportunities by joining groups and discussions on various
topics that you are interested in.
Showcase your work experience, but more important, your work achievements and recommendations from your work
colleagues and clients.
Let other companies headhunt, and contact you, faster and more accurately.
Find out where your friends work or who works at a better company and get directly introduced by one of your net-
work contacts.
58th ANNUAL MISSOURI S&T ASPHALT CONFERENCE
November 9-10, 2015
The 58th Annual Missouri S&T Asphalt Conference will be held on Monday and Tuesday, November 9-10, 2015, at the
Missouri University of Science & Technology in Rolla, Missouri.
Presentations at the conference include: Proper Paving Techniques Panel Discussion; Technologies to Enhance QC of
Asphalt Pavement; Tack Issues: Problems & Solutions; Pavement Preservation Tactics Panel Discussion; MoDOT Pres-
ervation Study; Parking Lot Rehabilitation; NCAT Test Track Preventive Maintenance Study; Guidelines for Preserva-
tion of High Volume Roadways; ADA: “Maintenance” vs. “Improvements”; Scratch & Seal Update; Causes & Mitiga-
tion of Flushing; Full Depth Reclamation on Asphalt Runways; Shingles: FHWA Action Memo/PP 78-14; Shingles in
SMA; Refined Engine Oil Bottoms; New Standardized MoDOT JMF Spreadsheet; FAA Heavy Vehicle Simulator Up-
date; MoDOT RAP/RAS Specification Update; Pavement Design with “PaveXpress”; Environmental Regulations Im-
pact on the Paving Industry; MoDOT’s Current Research; and MAPA Update/Transportation Funding
The conference should be of interest to contractors, public agencies, consulting engineers, testing labs, aggregate produc-
ers, asphalt binder suppliers, and equipment technical reps. Personal Development Hours (PDH) will be awarded.
For conference program information go to http://asphalt.mst.edu/ or contact Dr. Dave Richardson, Conference Director
(573-341-4487; [email protected] ) and for registration information contact Distance and Continuing Education, 216
Centennial Hall, Missouri S&T, Rolla, MO, 65409 (573-341-4200; [email protected]). If you are interested in being a spon-
sor, please contact Lisa Strauser: [email protected]; 573-341-4442.
58th Annual Missouri S&T Asphalt Conference
The Missouri Chapter APWA appreciates the generosity of our sponsors in helping support the
educational opportunities made possible to our members.
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2015 Missouri Chapter APWA Sponsors
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St. Louis Branch Meeting Minutes
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Meeting Minutes October 22, 2015 Chairman Mike Busch called the meeting to order and led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Mike Busch said the Invocation. Chairman Mike Busch conducted the meeting as follows: Announcements / Committee Updates Joint event with SITE Improvement Association Follow up on event with SITE last week. ~100 people attended, 40 from APWA, 60 from SITE, we hope to make this an annual event. Accreditation Workshop Thursday, Nov. 19 in Clayton. Workshop is free for APWA members but space is limited. Nominating Committee Present slate of officers for 2016 will be voted on at the December meeting. Anyone interested in chairing a com-mittee, see Anne Lamitola. The Chapter recently completed a strategic planning session; look for more information at the Fall Conference and in the coming months. We will be updating our committee structure as part of this process at the end of the year and will likely be having a brief committee kick-off meeting immediately following the January meeting. Education Superintendant’s Round table November 2 at City of St. Charles new facility Fall Conference update The Fall Conference will be held in Columbia, Missouri, Nov. 8-10 Young Members – Scott Goforth updated the group on upcoming events and on recent job fairs the Young Members have partici-pated in. New members and guests were introduced. Community Outreach Jason Dohrmann drew names for the annual adopt a family fundraising raffle. A raffle will also be held at the De-cember Holiday meeting. Anyone with tickets, golf passes, sports memorabilia, etc., please see any of the com-mittee members to find out how you can help. Speaker Len Madalon introduced the speaker Mr. John Kohler, PE – City of St. Louis, Planning and Programming Manager for the Board of Public Service. Mr. Kohler spoke on the “Evolution of Bicycling in the City of Saint Louis”. After the presentation Len Madalon presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Mr. Kohler. Next meeting will be the Annual Holiday Party, on Thursday, Dec. 10, at 11:30, with social to follow. Meeting adjourned.
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Employment Opportunities
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The CITY OF O’FALLON, MO is currently hiring for a Stormwater Project Manager (starting salary range is $54,600-
$63,315.20 DOQ/E + excellent benefits). This position will be responsible for management of the stormwater bond initiative that
includes the project management of 24 stormwater projects over the course of the next 3 – 4 years.
The City of O’Fallon, Missouri is a dynamic community known for its family-friendliness, excellent public schools, safe neighbor-
hoods with quality housing, vibrant businesses, responsive municipal government, and numerous recreational amenities, all of which
contribute to a high quality of life. It is the largest community in St. Charles County, and the second largest in the St. Louis metro-
politan area – behind only the City of St. Louis. The City operates under a Home Rule Charter with a Mayor – City Administrator –
Council form of government. It is a full-service city with an $88M annual budget and over 400 full- and 250 part-time employees.
Over the past several years, it has been consistently named as one of the “Best Places to Live” by Money magazine and as one of the
“Safest Cities in America” by CQ Press.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a course of study related to the occupational field; one – three years’ experi-
ence; and certification as a Professional Engineer or Engineer in Training.
See our website for a full position description.
How to Apply:
Please complete an application online at: www.ofallon.mo.us/hr
The City of O’Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
CITY OF WILDWOOD, MO
Department of Public Works
Part-time Public Works Inspector Position Opening
The Department of Public Works for the City of Wildwood, Missouri is seeking candidates for the part-time position of
Public Works Inspector. The selected individual will be involved with the inspection and maintenance of the City’s public
infrastructure and rights-of-way, and will also assist in City Hall building maintenance and winter snow removal. Qualified
applicants must be familiar with general street maintenance procedures, including both concrete and asphalt paving. Candi-
date must also be proficient in Microsoft Office and possess a valid Missouri Driver’s License. . Proposed work hours are
Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Hourly Pay Range: $15-$22/hour DOQ. A letter of interest and accom-
panying resume for this position must be submitted to the City of Wildwood, by November 13, 2015 at 5:00 pm. This in-
formation must be e-mailed to [email protected]. Please note "Attention – Public Works Inspector" in the
title bar of the e-mail transmission. The City of Wildwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CITY OF MEXICO, MO
Part-time Building Official
The City of Mexico is accepting applications for the position of a part-time Building Official. The position is responsi-
ble for the issuance of residential and commercial building permits; plan review; performing technical inspection work
for the day-to-day completion of structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work for compliance with international
building codes; and enforcing city zoning ordinances. Position requires High School graduate and a minimum of five
years of experience in building inspection. Graduation from an accredited technical school program or an Associates of
Technology degree is preferred. Applicant must have a valid Missouri Driver’s License. Starting salary is based on ex-
perience. Application and job description may be picked up and returned to the HR Assistant, Administrative Services
Department, 2nd Floor, City Hall. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m., Friday, October 30, 2015. EOE/AA/E-
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Employment Opportunities
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CITY OF O'FALLON, IL seeking full-time CIVIL ENGINEER-PE. This position, under general supervision, and us-
ing technical knowledge skills and abilities is responsible for performs various professional field and administrative en-
gineering work related to the management, planning, design, construction and maintenance of City capital improvement
and other public works projects in the areas of water, wastewater, stormwater, roads, and other public works programs.
Duties include (but are not limited to): project management and administration; traffic engineering activities; confers
with developers, contractors and representatives of other agencies regarding facility and infrastructure development; ad-
ministers professional services and construction contracts, administers Federal and State grant funds associated with con-
struction projects; provides highly complex staff assistance to the Director of Public Works and others in areas of exper-
tise; performs a variety of studies and prepares and presents staff reports; budget preparation assistance; other related
work with in the area of expertise as assigned.
Requires: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and at least four years of applicable experience in civil engineering,
preferably in a municipal setting; College level classes in CAD &or GIS; Registration as a Professional Engineer in the
State of Illinois or the ability to obtain same in the first 120 days following job acceptance; Valid driver's license in good
standing. Hire range is $56,400 to $63,434 DOQ. Visit www.ofallon.org for full job posting and to apply online.
CITY OF KIRKWOOD, MISSOURI
LEAD STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER STREET DEPARTMENT
Responsibilities: Plans and organizes a work crew to accomplish work assignments in an efficient, effective and safe manner in accordance with Pub-
lic Services and City policies.
Drives and operates vehicles, trucks and equipment including hi-lift, backhoe, roller (steel and pneumatic), asphalt/concert paver,
skid loader, asphalt curb machine, tandem truck, street sweeper, and chipper. Performs duties requiring the use of hand tools; con-
crete finishing; shoveling asphalt, dirt, sand and rock; cutting grass; raking leaves, filling cracks, flagging traffic; installing signs and
pavements markings; & washing and maintaining vehicles and equipment.
Requirements: Two years’ experience in leading a work crew; five years’ experience in street and sidewalk construction or maintenance; and five
years’ experience operating trucks and heavy equipment. Valid Commercial Drivers License Class A with air brake endorsement.
High school diploma or G.E.D.
Work and operate vehicles and equipment in extreme hot and cold weather including during hours of darkness; stand for up to 4
hours; able to climb ladders; push weight of up to 40 pounds; and grip, hold and carry objects up to 65 pounds.
Work schedule: Individual required to work a 40-hour work week. Must be available to work overtime as necessary, including holidays and week-
ends.
Salary Range: $37,200 to $41,850 per year depending on qualifications. Includes benefits.
Position is opened until filled.
For an application call 314/984-6975 or stop by the Personnel office and return to:
Kirkwood City Hall Attn: Personnel Dept - Lead
139 South Kirkwood Road
Kirkwood, MO 63122
THE CITY OF KIRKWOOD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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2016 APWA Awards Program
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Integrating Equity into Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning
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Date: November 18, 2015
Location: GRG Offices at 6174 A Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112
Time: 2 pm – 3:00 pm.
Bike Boxes
This webinar session will continue the previous month’s exploration with a focus on Vision Zero programs.
Sponsors:
Street Superintendent Roundtable
Who: Municipal, County and State Street Superintendents
When: Monday, November 2, 2015 at 2:00 pm
Where: City of St. Charles Public Works Facility (includes tour of new facility)
2871 Elm Point Industrial Drive
St. Charles, MO 63301
Contact Ken Hammell at [email protected] or 636.379.7600 with any questions.
Optional Happy Hour to follow at Rookie’s
3721 New Town Blvd, Saint Charles, MO 63301
(Sponsored by Corrective Asphalt Materials)