It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Don Vaccarelli, following a very heroic battle with lymphatic cancer, on June 28, 2019. He was 80 years old. A former U.S. Marine, Don was a long time tunnel construction superintendent who, over the years, built numerous underground projects with Mancini Construction, Greenfield Construction, […]
In Memoriam – Pete Moutzalias
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the recent passing of Pete Moutzalias, founder and co-owner of MITA member Progress Company, on June 22, 2019. Pete was at his home in Brownstown, MI. Pete founded and co-owned Progress Company since 1966 and was known by everyone for his generosity and integrity throughout his career. […]
Lance Binoniemi Named Top Lobbyist
Congratulations to Lance Binoniemi, MITA’s vice president of government affairs, for being named one of the top lobbyists in Lansing by Michigan Information & Research Service (MIRS). Binoniemi has been at the forefront of MITA’s lobbying efforts for increased infrastructure funding since he joined the association in 2011. As vice president of government affairs, Lance […]
In Memoriam – Tim Sweet (UPDATED)
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Tim Sweet, a 26-year employee of MITA member E.T. MacKenzie Company based in Grand Ledge. He was 51 years old. Tim was born in Lansing and graduated from Farwell Area Schools in 1985. He pursued his engineering passion by attending Michigan Tech in Houghton, […]
Michigan Work Zone Safety Task Force Survey – Please Participate!
In late 2018, industry leaders and Michigan Department of Transportation teamed up to establish the Work Zone Safety Task Force. Aimed at improving work zone safety and reducing the number of injuries and deaths across the state, the task force is comprised of seven Action Teams. Each Action Team represents a key objective in providing […]
MITA is Now Accepting Applications for the Future Leaders Class of 2019
The MITA Future Leader Development Program will provide accepted applicants with a broad-based educational and personal experience that will prepare them for future leadership roles within their own companies and the construction industry. Applicants should return the application form to Rob Coppersmith, MITA’s Vice President of Membership Services at robcoppersmith@thinkmita.org. If you have questions, please email […]
STOLEN EQUIPMENT NOTICE
Job Site Services, Inc. has reported that the following piece of equipment was stolen from their job site between 2:30 p.m. on 3/8/19 & 7:30 a.m. on 3/11/19. The job site is located at 7106 South Street, Detroit, MI. The Detroit Police Department has been notified, and the case number is pending. The equipment information […]
Apply to the MITA Scholarship Fund Today!
The MITA Scholarship Fund is currently accepting applications for the 2019-2020 academic year. Anyone looking to pursue a career in the heavy/highway construction industry by going to trade school, community college, specialized classes or a four-year degree program is encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply is April 12, 2019. Decisions regarding scholarships will be […]
In Memoriam – Mike McElroy
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mike McElroy. The following obituary was provided by MITA member Florence Cement Company: Born July 21,1940, in Elmira, New York, and raised in Curwensville, Pennsylvania, Mike (Mac) McElroy entered the great Field of Dreams surrounded by his family on Sunday, March […]
In Memoriam – Fred Hillard (UPDATED)
It is with extremely sad and heavy hearts that we inform you of Fred Hillard’s passing yesterday evening. Fred, a long-time employee of MITA member Ajax Paving Industries, Inc., was the nicest gentleman on this planet and had the greatest smile. Fred was a family member and dear friend to everyone at Ajax for over […]
