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Chobani Expands Manufacturing Plant in Twin Falls, Idaho By Lori Tobias CEG CORRESPONDENT
of smart glass putting transparency and sunlight at the center of its design,” according to a Chobani press release. The smart glass will greatly enhance natural light while regulating internal temperatures and reducing the use of heating and air conditioning, driving a 20-percent reduction in energy consumption. An expansive skylight at the center of the building will reduce lighting needs from the environmentally-conscious all-LED lighting system, while 30,000-sq.-ft. of “smart roofing” will reflect sunlight and reduce heat absorption. All products are local. “Committed to creating jobs and economic opportunity where it operates, Chobani hired local architects and engineers to design this facility and brought on local contractors and workers to build it.” Chobani also is dedicated to using as much recycled material as possible, as well as recyInspired by the nature of the Magic Valley setting, the 70,000-sq.-ft. center rep- cling 100 percent of construction waste.
When Chobani set out to expand its yogurt manufacturing plant in Twin Falls, Idaho, they did so with the plan of making it as sustainable as possible. Now, roughly midway through the construction project, they’ve found they’ve exceeded even their own expectations. “We spent a lot of time to make sure we had LEED certification,” said Hugh Roddy, vicepresident of global engineering and project management. “We were originally shooting for silver, and now we’re going for LEED gold at this facility. I would phrase sustainability as a mission. Sustainability goes in line with our products. We’re here to develop nutritious natural projects. If we didn’t follow with sustainability mindset, we’d be failing ourselves and the people in our community.” Inspired by the nature of the Magic Valley setting, the 70,000-sq.-ft. center represents the future of U.S. manufacturing, with some 11,000-sq.-ft. resents the future of U.S. manufacturing.
Rep. Defazio Announces Increase in Funding for Oregon’s Small Ports June 11, Rep. Peter DeFazio (OR4) announced that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) will allocate nearly $15 million this year towards operations and maintenance projects at small ports along Oregon’s south coast. “Our ports along the Oregon coast are the lifeblood of coastal communities, and our coastal infrastructure supports communities all throughout the state,” said Rep. DeFazio. “These critical investments will boost safety for our recreational and commercial fishing fleet, as well as create and sustain thousands of jobs tied to cargo,
recreation, industrial, commercial and other activity at Oregon’s ports. I applaud the Corps for including this essential funding in their Work Plan.” In April, DeFazio spearheaded a letter sent to Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works R.D. James urging the Administration to fund critical navigation needs of Oregon’s small coastal ports, above the President’s budget request to Congress. The President’s budget request included only $9.4 million for ports on Oregon’s south coast. An additional $5.6 million was included in the Corps’ Fiscal Year 2018 Work Plan. In total, the Work Plan designated nearly $15 million for see FUNDING page 9
see CHOBANI page 9
Letter sent by Re p. DeFazio, Sen. Wyden, Sen Merkley, Rep. Blum enauer, Rep. Schra der and Rep. Bonamici concerning funding for Oregon port projects.
The Honorable R.D. James Assistant Secretary of the Army – Civil Works Department of the Arm 108 Army Pentagon y Washington, D.C. 20310-0108 Dear Assistant Secre ta We are writing to re ry James: qu est that, as you deve op the Fiscal Year l2018 (FY18) work plan for the U.S. Army Corp s of Engineers (Cor ps) Works program, yo u include critical op Civil eration and maintenance funding for Corps projects in the State of Orego n. Fu is absolutely necess nding for these projects ar and to support econ y to ensure public safety omic development activities in our State. see LETTER page 9
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Bridge Strike Restricts Danekas Road Bridge to One Lane Drivers of heavy vehicles who use the Danekas Road bridge to cross over Interstate 90 east of Ritzville will need to find an alternate route. Washington State Department of Transportation engineers reduced the bridge to one lane following damage from a bridge strike on July 10. Vehicle weight restrictions also are in place, with no over-legal-axleweight loads allowed — including farm machinery. An automated signal will direct alternating directions of traffic across the bridge through a single lane, which could be in place for several months until repairs are completed. The weight restrictions that prohibit vehicles over 105,500 lbs., with single axles not to exceed 20,000 lbs. and tandem axles not to exceed 34,000 lbs., also will remain in place until repairs can be made. A semi-truck transporting an excavator struck the bridge while traveling under it on eastbound I-90, damaging bridge girders and knocking loose concrete. The interstate remains open, but some lane restrictions will be needed once repairs begin. WSDOT will use emergency contracts to complete the repairs, though details are not yet finalized. By law, vehicle operators are responsible for knowing their vehicle height as well as bridge heights along their route. WSDOT’s
online Bridge Vertical Clearance Trip Planner tool provides a way to map a route for over height vehicles. The Washington State Patrol contacted the driver involved and WSDOT will seek to recover damages for the repair work. Details about repair work, including cost estimates and any lane restrictions needed on I-90 will be announced as they are available. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
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A semi-truck transporting an excavator struck the bridge while traveling under it on eastbound I-90, damaging bridge girders and knocking loose concrete.
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Drivers of heavy vehicles who use the Danekas Road bridge to cross over Interstate 90 east of Ritzville will need to find an alternate route.
Washington State Department of Transportation engineers reduced the bridge to one lane following damage from a bridge strike on July 10.
Oregon’s Linn Benton Tractor Joins ASV’s Dealer Network ASV Holdings Inc., a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, has added Linn Benton Tractor to its dealer network. The Tangent, Ore.-based dealer will offer all ASV Posi-Track compact track loaders, featuring best-in-class rated operating capacity, cooling systems and hydraulic efficiency. This includes the new RT40, a small-frame CTL; the VT-70, ASV’s first mid-frame vertical lift model; and the RT-120 Forestry, the industry’s most powerful CTL. The company also will carry ASV’s full line of skid-steer loaders. “Linn Benton Tractor is a well-known name in the Willamette Valley agriculture industry,” said Bruce Jackson, ASV district sales manager. “Not only do they understand their customers’ needs, but they also have a deep knowledge of the ASV product line and its benefits.” Linn Benton Tractor has been in business nearly 30 years, and provides customers with implements and equipment, including compact utility and farm tractors, landscape rakes, chippers, compact track loaders, skid steers, riding lawn mowers and more. “We’re big enough to offer a wide range of equipment, yet small enough to greet our customers on a first-name basis,” says Don Kropf, owner of Linn Benton Tractor. “Offering ASV products allows us to further serve customers with the high-quality and high-performance equipment they need.” Linn Benton Tractor offers new and used equipment sales, as well as service, pick-up and delivery. For more information, visit www.linnbentontractor.com and asvi.com. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
ASV Holdings Inc. has added Tangent, Ore.-based Linn Benton Tractor to its dealer network. The dealer will carry the company’s full line of skid steers and Posi-Track compact track loaders.
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Drone Workshop Fosters Discussion of Possibilities The aviation division of the Washington State Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Center for Regional Disaster Resilience (CRDR) and the Pacific Northwest Economic Region, helped sponsor a “drone workshop” on June 28 that brought together 150 participants from the public and private sectors to discuss the commercial possibilities “unmanned aerial systems” or UASs for work such as post-natural disaster inspections of critical infrastructure. “Drones are usually in the news for inappropriate uses of the technology by individuals who own hobby-style equipment,” said Eric Holdeman, CRDR’s director, in a statement. “Businesses and public agencies are looking for ways to use drones to enhance their ability to provide their services in a more efficient and effective manner,” he added. “This workshop highlighted best practices for those organizations looking to implement a drone program,” Holdeman noted.
“Careful adherence to all laws, proper training of personnel and having effective policies in place before beginning a drone program were just a few of the lessons shared by a series of presenters and panelists.” In March of this year the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials conducted a national survey that found 35 of 44 responding state departments of transportation (80 percent) are deploying drones for a wide range of purposes. Several state DOTs also are involved in a USDOT drone research program launched back in early May. As federal regulation continues to evolve, so does ongoing dialog about the regulation of UAS at the state and local government levels, WSDOT noted. For more information, visit droneusergroup.net. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
Idaho Eyes $500M Prison NAMPA, Idaho (AP) Idaho officials are considering spending $500 million on a prison expansion and new state prison to alleviate the state’s overcrowded facilities. Corrections officials told state Board of Correction on June 11 that the expansion is needed because all of Idaho’s prisons are above capacity, county jails are packed and hundreds of Idaho inmates are being held temporarily at a private jail in Texas. “We don’t have the option to do nothing,” said Debbie Field, board chairwoman. “We have to do something. That’s our only option.” The proposal also includes smaller expansions at an array of existing facilities, the Idaho Press reported. The plan would add the 2,400 new prison beds the state is predicted to need by 2020. “Our population is just skyrocketing right now,” said Henry Atencio, state corrections director. Half of the Idaho inmates sentenced over the past year were convicted of drug offenses, while 20 percent of recent inmates were convicted of violent crimes. Parole violators who committed new felony crimes also make up a large portion of the incomers.
DOT’s Playlist Makes Road Work More Bearable Three freeway lane closures will create major traffic jams this summer so ODOT has prepared a Spotify playlist to help ease the pain of getting stuck in traffic. For sure there are better things to do in life than getting stuck in a traffic jam. Avoid the mess and use BigFixPDX.com to sign up for construction alerts, find travel options and learn about all the work ODOT is doing to preserve roads so they can serve drivers in the future. But if the traffic gets bad, tune in, bob your head and sing along. It won’t make the traffic go away but it might help you shake those traffic jam blues. You must have a Spotify account to access the playlist. Find it at Gridlock Grooves. Remember to cue up the playlist before you start driving, not after. Distracted driving can cause a crash and bring a hefty fine. If you’re counting, you’ll find 23 songs, each expressing one aspect of the commute. Here’s How It Could Work If indeed it’s gridlock, you may well be on Road to Nowhere (Talking Heads) and you may be thinking, whatever OregonDOT Don’t Stop Me Now (Queen) but soon you’ll find yourself Stuck in the Middle (MIKA) and there’s No Going Back (Yuno). It’s Too Late (Carole King) and now you’ll Wait (Maroon 5) The Longest Time (Billy Joel). You are trying to get home and its Hard Times (Paramore). Your loved ones are Sitting, Waiting Wishing (Jack Johnson) For You (Liam Payne & Rita Ora). You feel Sorry (Justin Beiber) that you’ll be late again.
You’re wondering if they will Leave a Light On (Tom Walker). Time is going by and you start to fret. Will You Be There (Michael Jackson) in time? Will they be Patient (Charlie Puth) One More Time (Daft Punk)? Meanwhile, those waiting for you can’t help but start wondering Where Are You Now? (Skrillex & Diplo feat. Justin Beiber) You want to Break Free (Ariana Grande) but there’s Nowhere to Run (Martha Reeves and the Vandellas). It’s Funny How Time Slips By (Willie Nelson) when you are sitting in traffic. You’ve been Waiting in Vain (Bob Marley), your tank is almost Running on Empty (Jackson Browne) and you wonder What Now (Rihanna), Don’t Leave Me (Blackstreet) stuck here forever! You are two hours in, but finally it seems like you are getting Closer (Tegan and Sara) to Freedom (Pharrell Williams) from the freeway after anxiously Waiting (Green Day) for such a long Time (Hootie and the Blowfish). You get home and try to apologize saying, “I got Hung Up (Madonna) in the worst construction traffic!” but instead you get an earful from the ones waiting for you. “You Should Have Known Better (Sufjan Stevens), OregonDOT has been warning you, and they had it posted to TripCheck! Why Do You Keep Me Waiting (Bread)? I’m Tired of Waiting For You (The Kinks) Time After Time (Cyndi Lauper)! Sheepishly, you agree and say, “If I Could Turn Back Time (Cher)” I would have used TripCheck and considered my other travel options. You pledge to be Better in Time (Leona Lewis) and say to yourself, “I’ll Be (Edwin McCain) more prepared in the future.”
The new prison would cost an estimated $439 million, plus another $28 million or so each year to operate and staff. Atencio and his staff recommend dedicating the new 1,510-bed prison to special needs, from infirmary beds and mental health units to protective custody, a dementia and Alzheimer’s unit and a relocated and expanded reception and diagnostic unit, which every new state inmate passes through for evaluation and classification. The move would free up as many as 900 beds at existing state prisons for the general prison population. They also propose building a new community re-entry center in north Idaho for soon-to-be-released inmates who are starting to work jobs outside of prison and earn restitution money; a 100-bed expansion at the St. Anthony Work Camp; and doubling up of beds at the existing Correctional Alternative Placement Program, to increase its capacity from 432 beds to 864. For more information, visit idahopress.com. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
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Officials Approve Railroad’s Plan for Second Bridge
SANDPOINT, Idaho (AP) Idaho officials have approved BNSF Railway’s application for a permit to build a second railroad bridge in northern Idaho across Lake Pend Oreille and Sand Creek in Sandpoint. The Idaho Department of Lands in a news release June 22 said David Groeschl, acting director, issued the final order on June 21. Approval from the state agency is required because it regulates encroachments and activities on navigable lakes in Idaho. BNSF Railway must still obtain permits from other government agencies before construction can begin. Railway officials said a second bridge is needed to accommodate increased train traffic and future growth. (This story also can be found on Construction (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipGuide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.) mentguide.com.)
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Idaho Gears Up to Boost Logging, Restoration on Federal Land Keith Ridler ASSOCIATED PRESS
BOISE (AP) – Idaho has more than doubled the number of workers assigned to logging and restoration projects on federal lands in the state with the goal of doubling the timber harvest and restoration treatments on by 2025. Starting the week of July 2, the Idaho Department of Lands has begun increasing the number of workers, from five to 13, taking part in a federal-state partnership allowing state workers to manage timber sales on U.S. Forest Service land. One of the eight new workers is for projects on U.S. Bureau of Land Management land. The new state workers will be paid from timber sales and federal funds. The partnership is made possible under the Good Neighbor Authority passed by Congress more than a decade ago and expanded in the 2014 Farm Bill. Officials say Idaho’s use of the Good Neighbor Authority could become a template for other Western states to create jobs and reduce the severity of wildfires. So far this year, three Good Neighbor Authority timber sales in Idaho on U.S. Forest Service land have produced 13 million board feet of timber. The additional state workers will help complete more than two dozen projects covering about 22,000 acres of federal land. About 38 percent of land in Idaho is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
About 38 percent of land in Idaho is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
“We’re trying to anticipate the workload so that we don’t become the bottleneck as the pace and scale picks up,” David Groeschl said, acting director of the Idaho Department of Lands. National forests in Idaho have management plans but don’t always have enough money in their budgets to get the work done, Groeschl said. By partnering with the state, he said, some of that work can be completed — if the state has enough workers to keep up. “It’s just trying to deal with the expected work,” he said. “It’s really driven by their forest plans.”
Ultimately, Groeschl said, the state could help national forests in the state treat up to 40,000 acres a year. National forests in the state have identified about 4.5 million acres that need treating, he said. “In addition to bringing in additional money, GNA helps the Forest Service leverage additional capacity from the state to advance the pace and scale of restoration,” said Forest Service spokesman Wade Muehlhof in an email to the Associated Press. Projects can include fuel reduction, road maintenance, noxious weed treatment and other measures, he said.
The Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management make final decisions about the projects, which must comply with federal environmental laws. Of the new state workers, one is assigned to work with the Bureau of Land Management on range improvement projects and help complete grazing permit renewals. Four new workers are foresters each assigned to help with projects on different national forests. Those are the Boise National Forest, Payette National Forest, Panhandle National Forest and Nez PerceClearwater Forests. The other three workers are a bureau chief to oversee staff and budgets, a contracting specialist and a person to take care of record keeping. The state work involves managing timber sales to a lumber company after determining how much lumber is available and sometimes even marking what can and can’t be cut. Money generated from the sales goes into accounts in the national forest where the timber was harvested, less expenses incurred by the Idaho Department of Lands for administering the sales. The federal money is held in accounts to be used for additional work, which can include thinning projects to reduce wildfire threats and projects to improve habitat for fish and wildlife. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
USDOT Announces $75M Grant U.S. 97 Improvement for Light Rail Project in Tacoma Project Begins Oregon The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) the length of the existing system. Construction is Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced the expected to begin in fall 2018, with revenue service award of a $75 million grant to the Central Puget targeted for 2022. Sound Regional Transit Authority for the Tacoma The Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Link Extension Project, which will expand Link light Authority (Sound Transit) will receive $74.99 million rail to growing areas such as the through FTA’s Capital Stadium and Hilltop District. Investment Grants (CIG) pro“Extending Tacoma Link to gram. The CIG Program prothe Hilltop District will connect “This project will give people vides funding for major transit additional neighborhoods with in the Tacoma community capital infrastructure investemployment centers like down- more options for transit and ments nationwide. Projects town Tacoma and the Medical accepted into the program Mile,” said K. Jane Williams, mobility in the region.” must go through a multi-year, FTA acting administrator. “This multi-step process according K. Jane Williams to requirements in law to be project will give people in the Federal Transit Administration Tacoma community more eligible for and receive prooptions for transit and mobility in gram funds. the region.” (This story also can be The 2.4-mi. Tacoma Link Extension will add six found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website new stations and five new light rail vehicles, doubling at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
Crews from the Roy Houck Construction Company, under contract to the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), have begun work on a major U.S. 97 improvement project between Sunriver and the intersection with OR31 south of La Pine. Initially, motorists can expect to see construction along the west side of U.S. 97 in central La Pine as workers perform a “streetscape” project there, including curbs, planting strips, sidewalks. This work is already under way. Work on the streetscape project will take place during daytime hours, and motorists should be aware that there will be shoulder closures and slow traffic in central La Pine as the streetscape project continues. Work began overnight on June 17 when workers began a repaving project starting at the U.S. 97 Sunriver interchange, continuing south through La Pine to the intersection with OR31. The grinding and repaving of U.S. 9.7 will take place during overnight hours, from about 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Work on the paving element will end by Sept. 30. Together, these projects represent a nearly $10 million investment in the highway and improvements in La Pine. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
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WSDOT Update: SR 99 Tunnel Systems Testing Continues Getting the tunnel ready for drivers is a big task. Contractor Seattle Tunnel Partners must install and test thousands of components and 90 interconnected systems that are needed to safely operate the SR 99 tunnel. Systems work began in March after crews completed the roadway inside the tunnel. STP is now conducting multi-layered tests of the tunnel’s operational and safety systems. Pre-functional tests ensure that each piece of individual equipment works (a sprinkler head). Functional tests check that the equipment works together as a system (multiple sprinklers). Finally, integrated testing checks that multiple systems function together (heat detectors and video cameras that work with the fire suppression system). WSDOT has a video available a t youtube.com/watch?v=9eqlCppb Gus&t=95s that details the complex safety systems inside the tunnel and how they work together to keep travelers safe.
STP has completed many of these tests, including testing the sprinkler system, but has more critical work to go. STP recently submitted its latest construction schedule showing they could complete their work by late September. But because so much critical testing remains, WSDOT cannot verify this schedule. In the meantime, other contractors will move Alaskan Way out from under the viaduct and complete preliminary work to connect ramps and roads to the tunnel at both ends. Once the tunnel is complete and systems function as designed, SR 99 through Seattle will close for about three weeks to realign SR 99 into the new tunnel. The goal is to safely open the tunnel to traffic as soon as possible and begin removing the Alaskan Way Viaduct, but systems testing must advance before any dates for closing SR 99 or opening the tunnel can be determined. WSDOT recognizes closing SR 99 will affect traffic around the
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Contractor Seattle Tunnel Partners must install and test thousands of components and 90 interconnected systems that are needed to safely operate the SR 99 tunnel.
region and we are working with the city of Seattle, Port of Seattle, King County and Sound Transit to help keep people and goods moving. WSDOT will provide about a month’s notice prior to closing SR
99 and will need everyone’s help to keep traffic moving. WSDOT is encouraging people to start thinking about travel alternatives and make a plan for getting around when SR 99 is closed.
For more information, visit wsdot.wa.gov. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
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Idaho Receives Notice of $90M INFRA Sound Transit Grant for Its I-84 Widening Project Plans to Award Rail Contracts by Fall
An area of major need in Idaho may receive a vital shot of federal money, as federal officials shortlisted $90.24 million in grant funds to help ease congestion on Interstate 84 in the Treasure Valley between the Karcher Interchange and Franklin Boulevard. The Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant also will allow improvements benefiting the movement of goods and services on the heavily-used route. The improvements include widening I-84 to three lanes in each direction in this 2.8-mi. section; adding auxiliary lanes; replacing and widening an overpass and an under-sized canal structure; replacing and expanding two bridges over a railroad and canal; performing ramp improvements; reconstructing an interchange; and rebuilding a bridge over the freeway. This area sees nearly 100,000 vehicle trips per day, and commercial
trucks comprise a significant percentage of that traffic. The project is innovative because of its use of diverse local and state matching funds. Idaho’s application was a joint effort between ITD and COMPASS (the Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho). COMPASS was instrumental in spearheading the funding application, arranging for needed funds from the city of Caldwell and Canyon County. The Idaho Transportation Board also was innovative in its use of state money as a matching funding source. The grant offsets 60 percent of the project’s total estimated cost of $150 million. By law, the United States Congress (the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works) has 60 days to review before award can be made. “Idaho is the fastest-growing state in
the country, and receiving this grant shows the importance of the Interstate 84 corridor for moving freight, along with our own goods and services, across the west and the world,” said Brian Ness, ITD director. “More importantly, the project is expected to Improve safety by significantly reducing crashes in the area.” The President’s Administration, ITD Director Ness, COMPASS, Idaho Senator Crapo’s Office and other members of Idaho’s congressional delegation all helped move the grant application forward. “We appreciate this additional funding and the benefits it will bring for commerce, commuters and the traveling public. It will relieve congestion through Canyon County and the entire Treasure Valley,” he added. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
EVERETT, Wash. (AP) The Seattle-area public transit agency is expecting to award major construction contracts by the fall to extend the light rail to northern suburban cities. The Daily Herald reports Sound Transit CEO Peter Rogoff told the agency’s board last month that awarding the contracts by this fall should keep the Lynnwood Link project on schedule to open in mid-2024. The project will extend Seattle’s light rail system to the north by 8.5 mi. (13.7 km). Stations will be built in Shoreline, Mountain Terrace and Lynnwood. The project also includes the construction of new parking garages that will add 1,500 parking spaces. Demolition is scheduled to begin this summer on buildings in Lynnwood and other sections of the route. Major construction is expected to start next year. For more information, visit heraldnet.com. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
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Chobani Enlarges Its Original Plant for Third Time CHOBANI from page 1
The $20 million to $30 million project is the third expansion to The $20 million to $30 million the original plant, and slated for completion in 2019. project is the third expansion to the original plant, and slated for completion in 2019. Features include 2,000-sq.-ft. fitness center overlooking the Sawtooth Mountains and a 7,000-sq.-ft. sunfilled community space where employees can gather for shared meals and relaxation. The community space will also be used for town halls and special celebrations. A 15,000-sq.-ft. Global Research and Development Center will encompass the entire top floor of the building. It will feature a chef kitchen that will enable our talented researchers to innovate and grow even faster. A dedicated visitor entrance will welcome the Magic Valley community to learn more about the company’s history of growth in Twin Falls, as “It’s been great to watch Chobani become part of the fabwell as its commitment to participating in local initiatives. ric of our Magic Valley communities over the past four There also will be wellness rooms for new mothers through- years,” said Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter. “This new investment out the facility. in Twin Falls reflects Chobani’s commitment to Idaho and to
ACE Allocates $15M in Funding For Ore. Ports FUNDING from page 1
the Ports of Coos Bay, Bandon, Brookings Harbor, Gold Beach, Port Orford, Siuslaw, and Umpqua. The Corps operations and maintenance projects, which include dredging, are critical to local economies and the fishing industry. These ports also support the activities of federal agencies, such as the U.S. Coast Guard. Ports require routine dredging to ensure they are safe and operational, but many have been severely underfunded. A 2014 State of Oregon study shows that our coastal ports support 15,759 direct/indirect jobs and $904 million to the state gross domestic product. In addition, NOAA’s 2015 Fisheries of the U.S. report ranked the State of Oregon seventh in the nation for 2015 domestic fish landings, with 195 million pounds valued at $115.7 million. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
the people who have responded so positively to its corporate citizenship. Congratulations to all those who are contributing to Chobani's growth, just as Chobani is contributing to ours.” The biggest challenge is the company’s own timeline, Roddy said. “Chobani doesn’t do things in normal measures. We want to get this up as quickly as possible. Our main goal, our promise is to keep the environmental footprint as small as possible. The response from the community has been an outpouring of joy. The community is very happy to see this facility open. We’re partners. We’ve been partners with the community of Twin Falls from day one, collaborating on the spiritual wellbeing for our employees and all of our community.” (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.) CEG
LETTER from page 1
On March 23, 2018, the President signed the Consolidated Appro priations Act, 2018 (P.L. 115-141) into law. This bill provides considerable funding for the Corps, including additio nal funding to carry out projects that did not receive sufficient funding in the President’s budget request, or were not funded at all. Numerous Corps projects in Oregon fit these criteria, and have additional capability, including: • Chetco River (Port of Brookings Harbor); • Coos Bay (Port of Coos Bay), which includes the need for critical funding to continue work on the North Jetty; • Coquille River (Port of Bandon); • Depoe Bay; • Port Orford; • Rogue River (Port of Gold Beach); • Siuslaw River (Port of Siuslaw); • Tillamook Bay and Bar (Port of Garibaldi); • Umpqua River (Port of Umpqua); and • Yaquina Bay and Harbor (Port of Newport) Nearly all of Oregon’s ports are located in rural counties, where port activities provide an important employment base and are often primary drivers of local prosperity. These small ports are hubs for international trade, recreation, and commercial fishing. Funding is not only important for econo mic development, but maintaining our jetties and dredging our navigation channels also contributes to public safety. The build-up of sediment and deterioration of jetties along the Oregon Coast creates a very dangerous situatio n for commercial ships, commercial and sport fisherman, and recreational boaters. Lack of funding for these projec ts not only puts mariners in harm’s way, it impedes the U.S. Coast Guard’s ability to carry out search and rescue missions. It is critically important that funding is provided in the FY18 work plan to maintain Corps projects in Oregon. We appreciate your consideration of this request. Sincerely, PETER DeFAZIO Member of Congress
SUZANNE BONAMICI Member of Congress
EARL BLUMENAUER Member of Congress
JEFF MERKLEY United States Senator
RON WYDEN United States Senator
KURT SCHRADER Member of Congress
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ITB Passes Resolution...
ITD Can Move Forward With Cloverdale Overpass Project The Idaho Transportation Board passed a resolution enabling ITD staff to design and construct a replacement bridge on Cloverdale Road over Interstate 84. The resolution dedicates $6 million to 8 million for this project. The replacement bridge will include four travel lanes, standard shoulders and pedestrian facilities to tie in to Ada County Highway District's master plan for Cloverdale. It will have a higher clearance over I-84 and be built to accommodate a future fifth lane expansion of the Interstate below. “Repairing the damage would have cost one to one-and-a-half million dollars,” said Julie DeLorenzo, board member. “That investment on an aged bridge that is inadequate for today’s traffic and pedestrian needs is not a good use of taxpayer funds.” The Cloverdale Overpass is currently
closed to traffic. A fatal crash on June 16 caused extensive damage to the bridge. The bridge will remain closed for the safety of the traveling public until full repairs can be made. “The board’s decision allows us to effectively respond to this emergency situation,” said Amy Revis, ITD District 3 engineer. “While I appreciate the board’s quick action and forward thinking, the circumstances that brought us to this point are tragic.” ITD estimates this work will take 12 months to complete and reopen Cloverdale Road. Given the extended closure, the department will present this plan to the ACHD board of commissioners for their concurrence before moving forward. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
Officials Expect Economic Impact From FBI Expansion
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POCATELLO, Idaho (AP) The construction and related expansion work for the FBI data center in Pocatello is expected to create about 500 direct jobs and 160 indirect jobs, according to an analysis. The analysis by the Idaho Department of Labor and Bannock Development Corp. has found the wages from these jobs could generate a $65 million economic impact each year, the Idaho State Journal reported. “It’s a huge impact; it’s created a very dynamic economy in a lot of different sectors,” said John Regetz, president and CEO of the development corp. The projects are estimated to create more than 1,700 jobs and have a $158 million economic impact for the greater southeast Idaho area during construction, according to the analysis. The average wages of data center jobs and related administrative positions are estimated to be $60,000 per year. The additional higher-paying jobs are expected to give a boost to the area’s business and retail sector, Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad said.
“That many employees making a good solid wage — that can’t help but make an impact,” Blad said. Some of that impact is already being observed with other area development projects in progress and the arrival of the private computer security firm Buchanan and Edwards, Blad said. “You’re definitely going to have other companies that are interested in locating here,” Blad said. Several milestones for the $100 million data center have been reached since construction began last year, the FBI said in a statement. Construction is on schedule, and the data center is expected to be completed next year, the federal agency said. The Pocatello FBI center provides telecommunications and database support for agency field services throughout the country. For more information, visit journalnet.com. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
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