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2008 Maine ASCE Infrastructure Report Card
Introduction: It is our intent that this Infrastructure Report Card will be used to raise public awareness of the impact deteriorating infrastructure is having on our daily lives, and the many issues and decisions that face our State as we strive to maintain and improve our infrastructure. We believe discussion of the issues detailed in this report will lead to a greater understanding of the current and future needs of our State, prompting decision makers in our communities and in the legislature to formulate policies and provide the necessary funding to address our infrastructure needs. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Report Card Committee Reports: August 13, 2008 Update- from Peter Merfeld , PE, M.ASCE; Chair, Maine Section ASCE Report Card Committee: As the summer winds down, the work on the
Report Card for Maine’s Infrastructure is gearing up. Many of the focus
areas have done their homework and submitted first and second drafts for
review (getting all that information into a 3-5 page summary is proving to
be a difficult task!). Small committees have formed around each area, with
major stakeholders providing data and information. Several areas have
completed their task (Aviation to name one) and are waiting for the next
step, the PEER review process. This process will begin in early September
and will take the Area Champion’s recommendation for a grade and cross check
that assigned grade with the information in the 3-5 page report provided. We
will review all the area’s methodology to assure consistency where possible.
ASCE National will also play a role in the review. |
Report Card Release Meeting Committee Guidance Information
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This information is produced by the Maine Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Visit us at www.maineasce.org Civil
Engineers are responsible for the planning and design of power plants,
bridges, roads, railways, structures, water supply, irrigation, sewer, flood
control, transportation, traffic control, and the protection of the natural
environment. Please support our efforts in raising public awareness of the
necessity to plan for maintenance and advocate for funding to maintain and
improve our vital infrastructure. |
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