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May 8 2024 Vol. LXVI • No. 10
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Beating Back Weather at Buffalo’s Waterfront City, Gilbane Crews, Developers Look to Improve, Protect, Revitalize Ralph Wilson Park
SkillsUSA Hosts Competition in N.J. ...8
Case Dealer Showcases New Facility in Western Pa. ...18
The east breakwater is nearly complete. The breakwater will quiet the power of future storms and create a calm inlet.
By Chuck MacDonald CEG CORRESPONDENT
Tracey Road Plans New Utica Facility...24
The confluence of the Niagara River and Lake Erie produces stunning views and great water access at the former La Salle Park in Buffalo,
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Paving Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39-57 Attachments Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61-71 Auction Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106-116 Business Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Advertisers Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
now named Ralph Wilson Park. Unfortunately, powerful storms in the past have lashed the waterfront causing damage and flooding. The park has deteriorated and become less inviting. The park is undergoing a rebirth through the efforts of the city of Buffalo, Buffalo Urban
Development Agency and the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation. The city of Buffalo is teaming up with renowned design team Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates and construction giant Gilbane to build the Ralph C. Wilson Centennial see BUFFALO page 98
Keeping Eyes, Ears On the Job Site Make Eliminating Driver Distractions Company Safety Goal By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT
Heavy equipment operation requires a clear mind and sharp vision. Distractions from electronic devices, fatigue or ground activity can put the operator, the employer and the project at risk. Marking Distracted Driving Month in April, OSHA urged contractors to have a play to prevent operator distraction while driving machinery on the job. Reducing workplace distractions is everyone’s responsibility, from the newest laborer to see SAFETY page 94
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Distractions during operations on a job site can cause all kinds of problems for heavy machinery drivers resulting in loss of machinery, down time for repairs and project delays.