Cornerstone - Winter 2009

Construction News

AGC Houston provides access to timely and relevant news pertaining to the association and the construction industry as a whole. Click on one of the links below for the lastest construction news or to download archives of Cornerstone magazine.  Archive issues not listed below are available by request; please contact Thea Fellencer at thea.f@agchouston.org if you would like a copy of past issues that are not listed here.

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	Cornerstone-Spring_2009.pdf Feature Articles: Are limits on broad form indemnification on their way to Texas in 2009? Adjusting Your Construction Risk Management in Challenging Economic Times Hirings, Firings and Layoffs: Managing Processes and Minimizing Risks The contracting community does its part in Ike´s aftermath
	CS-Winter_2008.pdf Feature Articles: The Texas State Economy is Expected to Remain Relatively Stable Complying with the 2008 Amendments to the Americans with Disabilities Act AIA/AGC Joint Committee Addresses Budget Contingencies Meeting Future Construction Workforce Needs Construction Leadership Council Hosts Fall Educational Program
	Corenerstone-Fall_2008-Final.pdf Feature Articles: APEX 8 Winners Employer Mandated Wellness Initiatives-Workplace Rights vs. Health Care Costs
	Cornerstone-Spring_2008.pdf Good Times Can Create a False Confidence - By Jim Jordan At corporate conferences, around the water cooler, on the internet — the talk among contractors is that 2007 was a good year. New construction starts, excluding residential construction, for the first 10 months of 2007, increased 4 percent compared to the prior year. In addition, according to McGraw-Hill, construction for 2007 nonresidential building should be able to register its fifth straight year of expansion when viewed in current dollar terms. PAY-IF-NOT PAID: LIVING WITH THE NEW CONTINGENT PAYMENT LAW - By Gavin McGee For at least fifty years, the construction industry has struggled with the issue of contingent payment clauses in form contracts. Contingent payment clauses are usually subcontract provisions conditioning a general contractor´s obligation to pay its subcontractors on prior receipt of payment from project owners. 2008 PKEIL Recipient Bios
	Winter_2007.pdf Feature Articles Green Building-As mainstream Texans turn their attention toward green building, the construction industry is facing some major changes. In an industry known for its secrecy and competitiveness, the green building movement and LEED certification system are promoting teamwork and open communication among builders, architects, subcontractors — and everyone in between. As it turns out, LEED can be highly cost-effective, but it can´t happen without a little old-fashioned teamwork. Green Building Symposium ConsensusDOCS "Less then 30 Days" - By J. Alfred Southerland With open enrollment only weeks away, your new online system is still being tested. It´s not going well. The latest merger, the largest yet, is closing at year-end, meaning thousands of new and wary employees must assimilate into your benefit programs. Your daughter wants WHAT for Christmas? And isn´t it your turn to host your spouse´s family (all of them) for New Year´s Eve?
	Cornerstone_Fall2007.pdf Feature Articles Important Changes in OSHA Policies Recent OSHA rule changes affect almost every level of the construction workforce. Make yourself aware of these new regulations and help your company avoid fines and create a safer workplace. The TBB Legal Affairs Committee Business is booming, but all is not rosy on the Texas construction scene. When projects face legal issues, AGC members appeal to the Texas Building Branch (TBB) for counsel and assistance.
	Cornerstone_Summer2007.pdf Feature Articles Fighting the Loss of the Construction Workforce Understanding and Overcoming the Construction Labor Shortage Changing Perspectives on Construction Risk Management -By Curt Martin
	Cornerstone_Spring2007.pdf Feature Articles AGC-OSHA Partnership - By John Lawson and Jim Shelton Environmental Management System Basics -By Peter Truitt and Melinda L. Tomaino Texans for Sensible Immigration Policy
	Cornerstone_Winter2006.pdf Feature Articles New Texas Margin Tax Legislation -By Brian K. Bosien and Matthew D. Penny Navigating the Legislative Process H. A. Lott: In Memoriam/Pat Kiley
	Cornerstone_Fall2006.pdf Feature Articles APEX 7 Winners 5D CAD: What Is It? - By J. T. Burk, CADeshack City of Houston New Express Permitting Project Ten Steps to Proper Document Maintenance and Retention Advantages of Online Training
	Cornerstone_Summer2006.pdf Feature Articles Who Is Going to Run Your Company Tomorrow? - Dr. James Smith, Texas A&M The Future of Construction Patrick J. Kiley Excellence in Leadership Scholarship Recipients Houston´s First High School Construction Career Academy - Charlene Anthony Site Preparation Standards:AGC Houston teams with Texas Medical Center. Build Relationships . . . Then Build Buildings - By Tony Rourke, PE, Catholic Archdiocese of Houston
	Cornerstone_Spring2006.pdf Feature Articles Additional Insured: A Disappearing Act- By Charles E. Comiskey, Brady Chapman Holland & Associates Attaining Clean Air: A Big Challenge - Harless Benthul DOL Regulations on Military Leave - J. Alfred Southerland

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