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AGC Georgia Response
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Called every member firm to learn about their concerns, share best practices, and ask how we can further support their team.
Held Zoom video meeting for all AGC Georgia members to update them on the staff’s response to help keep construction open as government issued regulatory guidelines.
Encouraged all contractor members to participate in nationwide safety stand down on April 9.
Collaborated with AGC of America and sister chapters to host webinars specific to businesses’ COVID-19 needs.
– Federal and State Legal Obligations to Provide Paid and/or Unpaid Leave to Employees
– What the Federal and Many State Labor and Employment Laws Are Likely to Require of You as You Adjust Your Operations to Meet the Latest Contingencies
– Contractual and Related Legal Protections and Risks for Construction Companies
– How to Protect Your People and Your Projects
– The Components of a Comprehensive Project Continuity Plan
– Insurance Coverage and Claims for Losses Resulting from the Outbreak
– The Additional Pressure the Outbreak Could be Putting on Your Information Technology
– What You Need to Watch as the Outbreak Continues to Unfold
– Maintaining Cash Flow During the COVID-19 Crisis: An Overview of New Federal Support Programs & Practical Advice for Contractors
– Navigating the Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous World
– Embracing Innovation to Navigate Disruption
– Leading and Caring for Your People During COVID-19
– Paycheck Protection Program: Key Updates and Development in the Group Rules of the Program
– Paycheck Protection Program: Preparing Your Business Today for Audits, Oversight and Agency Enforcement, and Whistle Blower Actions Tomorrow
– Determining Project Viability and Keeping a Jobsite Open Amid COVID-19
– Reopening Projects Previously Shutdown
Shared AGC of America CEO Steve Sandherr’s open letter to construction, calling out the importance and responsibility of construction to be the example of how to safely continue working through the pandemic.
Hosted over 20 Zoom video meetings with members of the Safety Committee, Young Leadership Program, and Executive Alliance.
Asked members to connect with their Congressional delegation to make sure construction businesses were heard during negotiations for stimulus packages.
Canceled AGC Georgia Annual Convention (June 11-14) due to social distancing guidelines.
Provided updates on workers’ compensation guidelines during the pandemic.
Posted regular safety best practices, including printable posters for jobsites.
Worked with OSHA to keep COVID-19 cases from being recordables.
Governor Kemp issued Public Health State of Emergency; allows all counties and municipalities to address local regulations.
Governor issued Executive Order allowing immediate use of private professionals for plan review and inspections.
AGC Georgia partners with Georgia Highway Contractors Association and Georgia Utility Contractors Association requesting Governor Kemp issue statewide Executive Order recognizing construction as an essential infrastructure service.
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Governor Kemp issued Executive Order extending the Public Health State of Emergency and Shelter in Place through April 30. (State of Emergency was ultimately extended through June 12)
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President declared national emergency Mar.
Learned State Fire Marshal representatives stopped elevator inspections, AGC Georgia connected with friends in state government and required inspections resumed.
Contacted Governor’s office to explain problem with local government shutting down review and inspection services.
City of Atlanta issued initial Executive Order which left some types of construction in jeopardy of continuing; After learning of concern, City re-issued the order to allow for all construction.
Joined 31 organizations in the Real Estate Trade Group to request Governor Kemp recognize construction and real estate services as essential.
Governor Kemp issued Executive Order allowing for electronic notary for real estate closings. AGC Georgia was part of coalition requesting this process.
Another Executive Order was issued recognizing Georgia Sherriffs authority to enforce shelter in place orders along with GEMA and Homeland Security. Only these three groups had authority to close businesses/jobsites.
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Initial $350B allocated in CARES Act for PPP loans runs out
Governor begins opening state
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