It’s hard to believe that summer is already here. This winter was an especially a tough one. In our area, work was delayed on numerous projects due to funding and inclement weather. Now that we are past spring and into early summer, the work paints a much better picture. Jobs have been picking up statewide and are expected to increase in the next few months. Higher Education and waste water treatment plants have been bidding like crazy. Both of these types of projects have a tremendous amount of masonry on them and should keep our members busy.

I had been working almost non-stop on the Western States Brick, Tile, and Marble Apprenticeship Contest during the past 3 months. It was a huge undertaking and I am definitely glad it’s now behind us. The contest went off without a hitch. I would like to personally thank everyone who helped us. Without the help of our members, there is no way we could have showcased Portland in the top-notch manner that we did. I would also like to say congratulations to our apprentices for a job well done.