Mining Industry Meeting with
GA EPD Director Richard Dunn & Staff September 9, 2019 EPD Offices, Atlanta, GA
Members from GCAA and GMA meet with EPD Commissioner Richard Dunn
and key EPD staff members.
Several times per year the GCAA Environmental Committee leaders along with our partners from the Georgia Mining Association meet with the Director and his key staff from the Georgia Environmental Protection Division. Rick Dunn and his team are always open to dialogue to issues of importance to our industry. Jim Zadorozny, Hanson Aggregates, chairs the GCAA Environmental Committee.
Leadership Development Class September 12, 2019 Tractor & Equipment Co., Forest Park, GA
Chad Stracener, Tractor & Equipment
Greg Coker, Greg Coker Development, Inc.
Bill Conboy,
Course Leader
L to R: Bill Conboy, Chad Stracener,
Greg Coker, Jeff Wansley
Students from GCAA Member Companies
The 2019 GCAA Leadership Development Class kicked off the fall session at TEC. It was an action packed session featuring Bill Conboy, GCAA Class Leader and featured guests, Chad Stracener, Senior VP Operations-GA, TEC: and GCAA Board member along with Greg Coker from Greg Coker Development, Inc. Special thanks to TEC for hosting this month.
GCAA Management Workshop & Expo
Committee Meeting September 25, 2019 GCAA Offices, Johns Creek, GA
The GCAA Management Workshop & Expo Committee met on Sept. 25th to finalize the agenda for the 2020 GCAA Management Workshop & Expo. This highly anticipated event is scheduled for February 19 - 20, 2020 at the Cobb Galleria, Atlanta, GA. The theme for 2020 will be "Building Our Future".
The Committee is chaired by Corey Johnson, Vulcan Materials and is comprised of individuals from the Association producer and associate member sectors.
Our goal is to provide a program that is informative and brings value to you and your company. Pre-booking for exhibit space will be sent out shortly, with registration and program information scheduled to go out in early November 2019.
Mark your calendar and SAVE THE DATE February 19 - 20, 2020!
Columbus Quarry Recognized with
Sentinels of Safety Award
Columbus Quarry was honored by the National Mining Association with the Sentinels of Safety Award. This award recognizes mining operations for working the most hours in a calendar year without a single lost time injury.
With over 4,000 stone mines in the U.S., Columbus Quarry was one of 14 mines (small group) recognized for this award. This award acknowledges Columbus Quarry’s outstanding accomplishments in safety.
The prestigious award was initiated in 1925 by then Secretary Herbert Hoover.
“Safety is the prism through which our industry views every issue,” says Hal Quinn, NMA president and CEO, in a press release. “Whether a company is opening a new mine, has a longstanding operation, or is incorporating new technologies, today’s mining industry leaders are always exploring ways to keep miners safe today, and improve for tomorrow. Through these awards, we acknowledge outstanding accomplishments in safety and hope that these companies’ achievements can serve as a model for others in industry.”
GA Chamber & Georgia Transportation Alliance DC Fly-In
September 18 - 19, 2019 Washington, DC
Congressman Tom Graves
Congressman Doug Collins
L to R: Jeff Wansley, GCAA: Representative Drew Ferguson; John Hay, CRH
Senator Johnny Isakson:
Chris Clark, President - GA Chamber
GCAA participated in the Georgia Chamber and the Georgia Transportation Alliance 2019 DC Fly-in. Jeff Wansley, GCAA and John Hay, CRH, represented the aggregate industry during several meetings with member of the Georgia Congressional delegation. The main emphasis of these meetings was to continue to urge Congress to pass meaningful infrastructure funding.
Scott Maxwell, Mathews & Maxwell;
Jeff Wansley, GCAA; Rep. Matt Dollar;
Lee Lemke, GMA
GCAA along with GMA and Mathews & Maxwell supported an event with Representative John Carson on September 12th. Representative Carson (Ga House District 46) is the Vice Chairman of the House Transportation Committee.
Other legislators GCAA supported at this event include: Rep. Matt Dollar; Rep. Sharon Cooper; Rep. Deborah Silcox and Rep. Bert Reeves.
GA Chamber Federal Affairs Briefing with Congressman Barry Loudermilk August 27, 2019 Atlanta, GA
Congressman Barry Loudermilk
GCAA participated in a GA Chamber roundtable briefing with Congressman Barry Loudermilk, GA 11th District. The meeting was held at the GA Chamber Atlanta office.
GCAA Fall Golf Tournament October 2, 2019 Windermere Golf Club, Cumming, GA
The GCAA Annual Member Fall Golf Tournament is scheduled for October 2nd at Windermere Golf Club.
We look forward to nice weather, a fun filled day of golf, food and prizes along with another great opportunity to network with your peers.
The golf event proceeds will be used to fund the GCAA Scholarship Foundation and our legislative activities. Since 2009, we have awarded 126 scholarships to dependents of GCAA employees.
The scholarship program is intended for students entering or enrolled in a two or four year college program. Scholarships are awarded based on scholastic and community achievements and all GCAA members are eligible for this one-time award.
We look forward to seeing you next week at the tournament.
