VRB Newsletter
May 22, 2024 Archives
 
Features
 
 
VTCA Annual Meeting
We are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the 2024 VTCA Annual Meeting! This prestigious event will take place from July 11-14 at Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront in Virginia Beach.
 
Join industry leaders, professionals, and innovators as we gather to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and advancements in transportation construction. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of shaping the future of transportation construction at this transformative event.
 
Economic Contribution of Construction Aggregate and Industrial Mineral Mining Report NEW Video
Earlier this year, VTCA’s Aggregate Program published our “Economic Contribution of Construction Aggregate and Industrial Mineral Mining in Virginia” report. VTCA has developed a short video that highlights the key points of the report.
 
Crumpler Plastic Pipe, Inc.
Gentry Locke Rakes & Moore, LLP
 
Member News
 
Virginia Mineral Mine Safety Awards
Virginia Energy’s Mineral Mining Program and VTCA are accepting applications for the annual Virginia Mineral Mine Safety Awards. Since its inception in 2007, this very successful program has recognized 120 companies and 525 mineral miners for outstanding safety achievements in Virginia’s mineral mining industry.
Powered Haulage Rule Resources
VTCA has assembled resources to assist our members in complying with the recently issued Final Powered Haulage Rule – MSHA Safety Program for Surface Mobile Equipment.
A Career in Transportation Construction Can Get You Miles Ahead
  
The Virginia Transportation Construction Alliance is proud to announce the launch of the new Miles Ahead website—the ultimate resource for exploring careers in transportation construction. As a valued member of this community, we’re excited to share it with you!
 
Upcoming Events
 
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May 2024
 
Learn More ArrowsDialogue with the Richmond District
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Jul 2024
 
Learn More ArrowsVTCA Annual Meeting
 
Concrete Pipe and Precast, LLC
McPeak Supply, LLC
 
Industry News
 
FHWA Announces New Virginia Division Administrator
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is pleased to announce that Edward Ofori has been selected as the Virginia Division Administrator.
Mineral Mining Operator Assistance Manual
The Virginia Department of Energy’s Mineral Mining Program has revised its Operator Assistance Manual. The former one had become outdated and needed to be updated. The current manual is ready and now available to all mine operators, contractors, engineering firms, or anyone interested in best practices. 
Reporting of Mining Accidents
The Virginia Department of Energy’s Mineral Mining Program has had numerous cases where mine operators failed to report accidents as required by the Mineral Mine Safety or did not report them in the timeframe established by the Virginia Safety and Health Regulations for Mineral Mining. 
 
Old Dominion Equipment & Supply
Lane Construction