Delaware Contractors Association

06/19/2026

Last night at Rizzo’s Wine Cellar members drank, ate, laughed and got to continue strengthening connections to each other.

A tour of the cellar reminded us of the intricate craftsmanship of a mason and told the stories of a family history that has impacted the construction industry for over 5 generations.

06/17/2026

This morning our HR Committee had Diversified Safety onsite to discuss heat safety in the workforce.

🗣️ Quick Facts 🗣️
🥵When working in extreme heat temps (which start at 82 degrees 🤯), one should drink every 15 to 20 minutes. 🫗
⏰10 minutes out of the direct heat can make a HUGE difference.
🦺Remove all PPE to cool down faster ⛑️

Also, are you up to speed on MOSH's new heat policies? If not, be sure to attend our next session on July 1 to get your team up to speed.

06/16/2026

Protect your workers and prevent OSHA citations!

Join our HR Committee tomorrow, 6/17, @ 7:30 am for a presentation on Heat Safety in the Workforce in our boardroom.

Can’t make this one? No problem! Our Safety, Training & Health Committee will be holding the session again on 7/1.

RSVP 📧 [email protected]

06/15/2026

Week 3 of National Safety Week has the theme of "Promoting Holistic Worker Health"

06/14/2026

AGC of America has joined a coalition amicus brief in Department of the Air Force v. Prutehi Guahan, a case now before the U.S. Supreme Court that could significantly reshape how the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) applies to federal permitting.

At issue is whether routine permitting steps, specifically, the submission or renewal of permits under existing regulatory programs, can be treated as a “final agency action” that triggers NEPA review. The case arises from an Air Force hazardous waste facility in Guam, where plaintiffs argued that the Air Force’s application for permit renewal constituted a final agency decision that triggers NEPA. AGC joined the amicus brief as part of a coalition led by industry groups to ensure the construction industry’s perspective is represented.

If the Court rules that actions like permit applications or renewals trigger NEPA, it could create new litigation opportunities at multiple points in the permitting process. That outcome would likely lead to longer review timelines, reduced predictability, and increased uncertainty around key federal approvals that construction projects depend on.

On the flip side, the case represents an opportunity to eliminate duplicative reviews. When the District Court decided this case in favor of the Air Force, they also suggested that the NEPA process may be unnecessary in situations where an environmental permitting program addresses the impacts of a project. We hope that the Supreme Court will find that environmental review is not needed in those situations.

You can read the amicus brief here:https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/25/25-579/412098/20260529135230943_25-579%20Amicus%20Brief%20of%20The%20Chamber%20of%20Commerce%20of%20the%20United%20States%20of%20America%20et%20al..pdf

06/13/2026

06/13/2026

USDOT Roadway Safety Innovation Expo (Safety Expo) is a premier one-day event that will transform the USDOT Headquarters into a high-tech, immersive experience to showcase roadway safety technologies and innovations.

The Safety Expo will feature hands-on interactive demonstrations and simulators across the USDOT Headquarters campus in Washington, DC. The Safety Expo is intended to build broad public awareness of these roadway safety technologies and innovations by reaching leaders representing State and local transportation agencies, Members of Congress, industry stakeholders, transportation association representatives, safety advocates, high school and college students, and members of the media.

Space is limited. The Safety Expo will only be able to accommodate a limited number of demonstrations, simulators, and presentations. We are currently seeking Statements of Interest for this upcoming roadway safety showcase. While the event schedule is being finalized, we invite entities to submit demonstration ideas for innovations and technologies that improve roadway safety.

For priority consideration, Statement(s) of Interest must be received by 5:00 PM ET Friday, June 12, 2026. Submissions received after the date in this paragraph may be reviewed and considered subject to available space and available agency resources.

Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: Statement of Interest for USDOT Safety Expo
Attention: Hillary Isebrands

06/12/2026

To highlight and renew our DCA pride and connections to each other, on the second Friday of each month we've started to publish a “Member Company Spotlight" in our weekly newsletter, The Punchlist.

This month we connected with Hatzel & Buehler, Inc. Founded in 1884 and a DCA member since 1971. Learn more about their Delaware office & projects here 👉https://www.hatzelandbuehler.com/customer-relationships/delaware/

Take the time to read the complete interview below 👇

06/11/2026

From DEMA:

With high temperatures in the low to mid 90s and high humidity in the region over the next couple of days, now is as good a time as ever to understand the signs of heat illness.

Hydrate, limit strenuous activity outside, wear lightweight clothing, and take frequent breaks if you do find yourself working outside in the heat today.

06/10/2026

🦀 Feast 🎟️'s went on sale yesterday afternoon and we've already sold 370! 😎

Don't miss summer's BEST event - Thursday, August 6, 2026 at Frightland.

Purchase tickets w/ Jamie in the office 📞 302-994-7442 or 📧[email protected]