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Massive Public Works Project Takes Off at LAX By Cindy Riley
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CEG CORRESPONDENT
Women in Construction: Christina Ameigh of Volvo…8
Fisher Tools Holds Appreciation Event…23
Bobcat Partners With NFL Quarterback…40
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As part of one of the largest public works projects in California history, the new Intermodal Transportation Facility-West (ITFWest) will play a key role in LAX’s $5.5 billion Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP). When it opens in 2021, ITF-West will offer short and long-term parking options and direct connection to the Automated People Mover (APM) system. “The ITF-West will be the first component completed of the LAMP, providing a much-needed option for pick-up/drop-off outside the Central Terminal Area [CTA] during the height of construction,” said Stephanie Sampson, director of communications of LAMP. “It’s more than just a parking structure, because it offers intermodal options. LAX is future-proofing the facility, which allows it to adjust to changes in transportation in the future.” In addition to parking, the ITFWest will provide valet service, “meet & greet” space and commer-
As part of one of the largest public works projects in California history, the new Intermodal Transportation Facility-West (ITF-West) will play a key role in LAX’s $5.5 billion Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP).
cial curb area and circulation roads that would allow the airport to bring a multitude of transportation modes into a facility outside the CTA. “It will also go above and beyond code requirements for electrical vehicle [E/V] charging infrastructure,” said Sampson. “The facility will also feature Smart Parking technology like green/red lights for open/taken parking stalls
and signage showing how many open spots on each level. These features will help reduce vehicle idling and lower emissions.” LAX is in the midst of a $14.3 billion capital improvement program and is focused on improving facilities, providing options for guests and employees and creating a fully-connected airport with time-guaranteed access to the terminals. This project, and others in
the works, are considered crucial in creating a world-class airport. Sampson said the project also will feature sustainable elements. “Los Angeles World Airports [LAWA] has a vested commitment in creating a strong and sustainable business. Sustainable elements are just one way we are committed to this process. We want to make sure the impact we have on our neighsee LAX page 36
Job Numbers Prove Encouraging … Again
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“It is encouraging that so many contractors were able to add employees even with overall unemployment at a 50year low and construction job openings at a record high.” Ken Simonson Associated General Contractors of America
Thirty-eight states and the District of Columbia added construction jobs between November 2018 and November 2019, while construction employment increased in 18 states from October to November, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of Labor Department data released Dec. 20. Association officials noted that a survey it released found most contractors expect to keep adding workers in 2020 but they are finding it hard to fill positions and anticipate it will
continue to be hard to hire employees. “It is encouraging that so many contractors were able to add employees even with overall unemployment at a 50-year low and construction job openings at a record high,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. “Our survey found that contractors in all parts of the country remain optimistic about demand for projects, and they intend to increase headcount in 2020, but finding workers is a major challenge.” see EMPLOYMENT page 42