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March 2, 2016 • Vol. XXIX • No. 5 • 470 Maryland Drive • Ft. Washington, PA 19034 • 215-885-2900 • Toll Free 800-523-2200 • Fax 215-885-2910
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Tenn. Plans to Spend $8.5B on Infrastructure By Lori Tobias
IronPlanet and Cat Auction Services Hosts Florida Sale…76
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First envisioned close to two decades ago, construction is finally underway at Jackson State Community College (JSCC) on a $14 million, 46,000 sq. ft. (4,273 sq m) building that will serve as the permanent residence for the school’s allied health programs. Work on the new facility marks the completion of a transformation that began with the construction of the Jim Moss Center for Nursing. “We put forward a proposal and very detailed plans that would be nursing and allied health,” said Dr. Bruce Blanding, JSCC president. “Then, 18 years later they said, ‘Well, we have money for half of that.’ We had to make a decision and have the nursing building. Then thank goodness the governor and legislature gave us the additional money to have this building.” A groundbreaking for the new building was held in November 2015. Various officials were on hand for the ceremony, including Jackson State employees, Chancellor John Morgan of the Tennessee Board of Regents, area medical partners, local and state governments and the Jackson Chamber. representatives of Fleming Architects and Hoar Construction also were in attendance.
After three years of work, members of the Nashville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) adopted a plan that will set the course for mid Tennessee regional transportation projects for more than two decades to come. Officially known as Middle Tennessee Connected, the 2016 to 2040 Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) addresses transportation goals and needs for a seven‐county area, including Davidson, Maury, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson and Wilson counties, and was crafted by mayors from 30 cities, as well as county executives and transportation officials. “Today’s vote is another step forward in improving the region’s transportation network and protecting our quality of life,” said Ken Wilber Portland mayor, who serves as the MPO executive board chairman. “Stakeholders throughout the region have worked hand‐in‐ hand with the MPO staff to develop this plan, and great attention has been given to the selection of projects to ensure that our limited transportation funds make the greatest impact across the region. The federal government mandates that the nation’s metropolitan areas plan 20-plus years in advance and account for all regionally‐significant road, transit, freight, technology and walk-
see JCCC page 36
see MPO page 25
David King, Hoar Construction photo
First envisioned close to two decades ago, construction is finally underway at Jackson State Community College (JSCC) on a $14 million, 46,000 sq. ft. (4,273 sq m) building that will serve as the permanent residence for the school’s allied health programs.
Guests Enjoy Weather at Yoder & Frey Sale…80
$14M Project Represents Investment in Education By Cindy Riley
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Ritchie Hosts Global Auction in Orlando…86
Table of Contents.............4 Trucks & Trailer Section ...................................43-47 Recycling Section.....51-63 Attachment Section ...................................65-69 Auction Section ........74-93 Business Calendar..........92 Advertisers Index ..........94
Industry Employment Increases in Metro Areas Construction employment increased in 190 out of 358 metro areas, was unchanged in 63 and declined in 105 between December 2014 and December
2015, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that
many firms expect to continue expanding their headcount in 2016 as demand continues to grow for different types of construction.
“There were nearly twice as many metro areas adding construction jobs in 2015 as there were areas losing jobs,” said Ken see AGC page 26