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Join Us for the April Breakfast Meeting
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. (In-Person)
Speakers: Carmelo Acevedo, Myrna Bondoc, Allen Hathcock, PE, and Eric Weston
Topic: Alternative Delivery Contracting Methods – Integrated (Progressive) Design Build
This April, we’re bringing together a panel of experts to shed light on Alternative Delivery Contracting Methods, focusing on the Integrated (Progressive) Design-Build Method. Discover the differences that set this approach apart and learn about its practical application through a case study on ADOT’s First Integrated Design Build, aimed at providing truck parking at multiple rest areas. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore how this collaborative approach can enhance project efficiency and success.
Meet Our Esteemed Panelists:
Carmelo Acevedo, Project Manager at ADOT – Major Projects and Alternative Delivery Division
Myrna Bondoc, Program Administrator at ADOT – Major Projects and Alternative Delivery Division
Allen Hathcock, PE, Project Design Manager at Kimley-Horn
Eric Weston, Project Executive at SUNDT
ASHE Phoenix Sonoran Section Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament 2024
Thursday, May 23, 2024
8:00 A.M. Shotgun Start
Point Tapatio Lookout Mountain (7th St and Thunderbird)
Join us on the greens for a day of golf and good vibes, all for a fantastic cause – supporting scholarships for civil and construction engineering students. Let’s tee up for success, one swing at a time!
Register here by May 9.
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Past Events
Feb. 13, 2024 – Don McLean, PLEng, FIES and Suzanne Lansford, PE — Roadway Lighting Design Update
Jan. 9, 2024 – Seth Chalmers, PE, Director of Traffic Engineering Group at Dibble — Rural Road Safety and “Frankenstein” Guardrail
Dec. 12, 2023 – Michael Pal – Chief Transportation Officer at Valley Metro — Successfully Hosting Mega Events: A Transit Perspective
Nov. 14, 2023 – Jennifer Toth – Director at Arizona Department of Transportation — State of the State: Mission, Vision, Values, Long-Range Plan, Projects (I-17 & I-10)
Mission Statement:
The mission of the American Society of Highway Engineers is to provide a forum for members and partners of the highway industry to promote a safe, efficient and sustainable transportation system through education, innovation and fellowship.
With the numerous organizations bidding for your time and resources, this is what ASHE can offer you.
Networking with other transportation professionals through monthly Section meetings and other social events.
Opportunities for continuing education and professional development through participation in Section meetins, Regional seminars and the annual National Conference. ASHE is an ICET accredit organization so technical presentations made at ASHE functions and administered in accordance with ICET procedures earn continuing education units (CEUs) that are recognized worldwide. Some presentation topics include:
- Special or unique projects in our area
- Discussions about federal, state and local transportation programs and funding
- Innovations in roadway/bridge design, construction and/or materials
- Construction and contract law
- Procurement procedures and DBE requirements
- Pavement and geometric design issues
- Drainage, erosion control and other environmental concerns
- Transportation planning & traffic operations
- Pedestrian and cyclist accommodations
Community Service through local Section activities such as Adopt-A-Highway, Habitat for Humanity house projects and other charity events.
Promotion of the highway industry through active advertisement and legislative lobbying.
Membership at the Member level no matter what your position is. ASHE recognizes that everyone plays an important role in the design, construction, maintenance and operation of a successful transportation system and we welcome everyone involved in the industry to be a member.