eTXAPA Newsletter

Texas Asphalt Pavement Association

Up Front
2023 Membership Meeting Registration Now Open

Agenda


February 14, 2023



  • 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM Winter Classic Golf Tournament

  • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Welcome Reception & Networking


February 15, 2023



  • 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Welcome Breakfast
    David Salazar, Ft. Worth District Engineer, TxDOT

  • 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM TxDOT Operations Update
    Carl Johnson, Dir. of District Operations, TxDOT and Jessica Butler, Dir. of Engineering and Safety Operations, TxDOT

  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Meet TXAPA's New Website

  • 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Regular Member Program

  • 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Associate Member Meeting / Major Associate Member Meeting

  • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Membership Luncheon
    Install 2023 President Jason Exum, R.K. Hall Construction, Ltd., and New Board of Directors; Recognize 2022 NAPA Quality in Construction Award Winners


Location:


Dallas Ft. Worth Marriott Hotel & Golf Club at Champions Circle, Ft. Worth, TX

Visit https://texasasphalt.swoogo.com/txapa-membership-meeting-2023 to view the full article online.

 
2023 Asphalt Education Series Registration Now Open

2023 Inspector Asphalt Education Schedule


Each class will be held throughout six sessions, meeting from 8-10:30 AM CST twice weekly for three weeks.


Visit https://texasasphalt.swoogo.com/txapa-edu to view the full article online.

 
2023 Engineer Asphalt Essentials Schedule

Each class will be held throughout six sessions, meeting from 9 AM - 12 PM CST twice weekly for three weeks.


Visit https://texasasphalt.swoogo.com/txapa-edu/engineer to view the full article online.

 
Follow Us on Social Media
ICYMI is social media speak for "in case you missed it," and we don't want you to miss any of our posts on social media to support our Workforce Development Initiatve. In the coming weeks we will be launching a full-scale marketing campaign designed to reach the asphalt pavement industry's next generation, but we're starting today with a full calendar of posts on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. 

 

We need your help. If you haven't already, please take some time to follow TXAPA on all of our social media platforms. When you see us post workforce development content, hit the like button, comment, and share! 

 



Visit https://www.instagram.com/texasasphaltpavement/ to view the full article online.

 
Martin Asphalt
Lhoist North America
New Episode Out Now: Asphalt Unscripted

In the final episode of 2022, Austin Bridge & Road's Eric Schranz sits down with Harold and Corey to reflect on his year as TXAPA President and his 21-year career in the asphalt industry.

 

Watch every new episode on YouTube.
Learn more about the Texas Asphalt Pavement Association.
Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.

 

Visit https://youtu.be/n7vJBVeljrc to view the full article online.

 
Now Playing: Women of Asphalt Women in the Field Panel Discussion
If you weren't able to make it to our Workforce Development Symposium in December, then you missed one heck of a great panel discussion. Luiza Barros, QC Manager for Texas Materials – A CRH Company, and Women of Asphalt Education Subcommittee Chair, moderates the discussion among four asphalt industry veterans. Nominated to participate, our panelists operate heavy equipment, make critical decisions, and carry the weight of responsibility for quality outcomes. They are also women. Learn what it's like to be a woman in the field—the guts, the glory, and the very real opportunities for upward mobility and a secure future.

Visit https://youtu.be/xaDBaHhfdaY to view the full article online.

 
Safety Tips for Driving at Night
Use these tips when you walk, bike, or travel at night.


  1. Pedestrians


    • Be visible. Walk in well-lit areas.

    • Wear bright or reflective clothing. Be Seen. Be Safe.

    • Assume drivers cannot see you


  2. Bicyclists

    • Turn on your front white light and red taillight at night. Rear reflectors are also required.

    • Be visible. Chose well-lit routes.

    • Always wear a helmet. The brighter the better



  3. Motorists


    • Be alert. Pedestrians and bicyclists are not easily seen at night.

    • Avoid distractions while driving. Focus on the road.

    • Always stop on red and watch out for pedestrians before making a right turn.


Visit https://www.texasasphalt.org/blog_home.asp?Category=7 to view the full article online.

 
Get Ready to Update Your Entry in the TXAPA Member Directory!
If you are the Association Rep for your organization, you may click the link below. We will send an email with detailed instructions soon!  

Visit https://texasasphalt.directory/ to view the full article online.

 
Reliable Asphalt
Technically Speaking
TxDOT Letting Report

The TxDOT Highway Letting is emailed to all members and posted to the TXAPA website on the 25th day of the month. If you did not recieve this month's letting information, click below.  

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/tax-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=762834&issueID=86978 to view the full article online.

In The Works
Save the Date: 2023 Annual Meeting

The 48th Annual Meeting of the Texas Asphalt Pavement Association has moved one day ahead. Please note the new schedule:



  • Monday, Sept. 18: TXAPA Golf Tournament and Clay Shoot

  • Tuesday, Sept. 19: Texas Quality Asphalt Pavement Awards Breakfast

  • Wednesday, Sept. 20: Scholarship Night

  • Thursday, Sept. 21: Meeting Adjourns at Noon


Please contact TXAPA with any questions. (512) 312-5043


Exhibitor Opportunities: 6-ft. tables

Visit https://www.texasasphalt.org/ev_calendar_day.asp?date=9/18/2023&eventid=308 to view the full article online.

New Date for MAPS 2023
Dates: May 16-17, 2023

Location Name: Extraco Events Center


Address: 4601 Bosque Blvd., Waco, TX  76710

 

Exhibitor Opportunities: Heavy equipment and traditional 10x10 booths

Visit https://www.texasasphalt.org/ev_calendar_day.asp?date=3/20/2023&eventid=297 to view the full article online.

Save the Date: Membership Meeting 2024
Dates: Jan. 16-17, 2024 (Membership Meeting - Jan. 17, 2024, 8 AM - 1 PM)

Location Name: Horseshoe Bay Resort

Address: 200 Hi Circle North, Horseshoe Bay, TX  78657

Special Event: Winter Classic Golf Tournament January 16, 2024

 

Exhibitor Oppportunities: None at this event

Visit https://www.texasasphalt.org/ev_calendar_day.asp?date=1/16/2024&eventid=296 to view the full article online.

Humboldt Mfg. Company
In the Know
Women of Asphalt Job Board
Post jobs and search for employment opportunities on the Women of Asphalt job board! A link to the job board can be found on the left side bar of the page linked below.

Visit https://womenofasphalt.mcjobboard.net/jobs to view the full article online.

 
PaveXpress: A Powerful Engineering Resource
Did you know about PaveXpress, a scoping tool to help you create simplified pavement designs while taking into account key engineering inputs?

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/tax-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=762842&issueID=86978 to view the full article online.

 
Maximize Your Membership
Specification Education: Now Available on TexasAsphalt.org
The interactive PDFs walking users through SS3076 and SS3077 are now available for everyone to use on TexasAsphalt.org. After watching Jim Warren's user guide video, both documents are available to download and navigate. If you have any questions, please contact Jim Warren or Chuck Fuller.

Visit https://www.texasasphalt.org/specification-ed to view the full article online.

 
Members-Only Rainy Day Training
TXAPA has assembled an adaptable, in-house training program for our members to use on inclement weather work days. Documents, instructor guides, and related videos for this program can be found in the Members Only tab upon logging in to texasasphalt.org. Need help logging in? Watch this video.

Visit https://youtu.be/LYsLbSRbfN4 to view the full article online.

 
Members Only Tab on TexasAsphalt.Org
We want to give TXAPA members access to information not available to the general public, which is why we have created a Members Only tab on texasasphalt.org. In order to access the information housed in this section of our website, you will need to log in to your account. Forgot your login information? Click here.

Once logged in, TXAPA Members will have access to Rainy Day Training content, PIQ information and documents, member-only videos, and more. Content within this tab will be continually updated.

Visit https://www.texasasphalt.org/members-only to view the full article online.

 
Associate Member Application Online Now
Are you working with an exemplary company that would be a good fit for TXAPA? Send them the link to our new, fillable application available at the link below:

Visit https://www.texasasphalt.org/join-txapa to view the full article online.

Change Your Email Preferences
Make sure you are receiving important information from TXAPA. Double-check your email address and update your email preferences. 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/tax-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=762847&issueID=86978 to view the full article online.

Trouble Logging in to TexasAsphalt.org?
If you have been having trouble accessing the TXAPA website there are two things you can try.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/tax-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=762848&issueID=86978 to view the full article online.

Manage Your Subscription to Texas Asphalt
Cancel or add subscriptions and update your address—it's as easy as logging into TexasAsphalt.org!

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/tax-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=762849&issueID=86978 to view the full article online.

Certification News From The HMAC
Classes Are Filling Up Fast!
Certification and training classes through the HMAC are filling up fast! Check the schedule for both in-person and virtual classes, and call the HMAC with any questions at 512-312-2099.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/tax-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=762850&issueID=86978 to view the full article online.

Tools and Resources for Your Technicians
 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/tax-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=762851&issueID=86978 to view the full article online.