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COVID-19 Update: Mass. State Permits Extended by Executive Order
Boston – NAIOP Massachusetts, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, issued the following update regarding Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker’s executive order No. 17 on March 26: On March 26, Governor Baker issued an Executive Order to suspend relevant permitting deadlines and extend out the validity of state permits. It applies to a wide range of state […]
Massachusetts Governor Allows Construction Amid Pandemic
This link will take you to the NBC story which aired Mar. 26.
SelecTech Launches Healthcare Division
Avon, MA – SelecTech, Inc. recently announced the launch of a new healthcare division to better serve hospital, medical practice, urgent care center and temporary medical clinic clients. “Different areas of a hospital, healthcare facility or temporary clinic during the current coronavirus crisis have different needs. For example, the flooring in an MRI room has different […]
Promoting Safety and Inclusivity with Jane Henry
by Emily Langner In episode 23 of the Build Better podcast, Anastasia welcomed Jane Henry, founder of SeeHerWork. SeeHerWork is a safety consultancy and product manufacturing company that designs, manufactures and sells workwear, safety equipment, and other job-specific products sized to the unique body needs of both women and men. Henry works with employers to […]
The Federal Reserve’s Powers to Pave the Way for Continued Development and Construction Through COVID-19
by Virginia Trunkes and Endicott Peabody IV As the Coronavirus has encapsulated the world, government go-aheads to construction firms are welcome relief to the industry. Lenders’ collective reaction to the current economic concerns is another matter. Future financing is always imperative to ensure ongoing construction as well as new projects. Government responses are changing by […]
The Massachusetts Building Congress Responds to the COVID-19 Crisis
by Jay Moskowitz The Massachusetts Building Congress (MBC) is monitoring events daily as our member firms navigate the COVID-19 crisis. First and foremost, we recognize that this is a health issue and we hope that everyone stays focused on following safety guidelines. As for our upcoming events, we are taking a “wait and see” approach due to […]
TFMoran Provides Engineering for Woodmont Commons
Londonderry, NH – TFMoran provided civil and structural engineering services for Main Street at Woodmont Commons, a new four-story, 87-unit luxury apartment building. The units consist of a variety of studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. In addition, the building has 23,000sf of retail space to be completed on the first floor where tenants and […]
COVID-19: SMPS Boston is Keeping Members Connected
by Suzanne King Like other businesses, SMPS Boston has postponed in-person events until further notice. We are fortunate in that we already have a robust online infrastructure for our members to help them stay connected and receive continuing education. Members have access to free webinars and MySMPS, an online community that connects SMPS members throughout the country. […]
How AGC MA is Providing Support for its Members
by Robert Petrucelli We are all navigating unknown waters in these unprecedented times. First and foremost, our primary goal at Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts (AGC MA) is to support our members in maintaining a safe and healthy workforce. Operationally, our members can expect full and complete business continuity, delivered virtually. AGC MA has made […]
AIA Praises Congress for Advancing Desperately Needed COVID-19 Relief
Washington – The American Institute of Architects (AIA) praises approval of the third economic relief package passed by the Senate on March 25, which will provide significant financial support to businesses and their employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. The House of Representatives is expected to pass the bill on Friday and President Trump has already […]
