The purposes for which this Corporation is formed and the
business and objects to be carried on and promoted are
as follows:

A - The promotion of public and individual welfare in the Construction Industry through the rendering of first class workmanship, the use of high grade materials, and by providing efficient and timely service.

B - Cooperation in maintaining an efficient and sufficient work force, and in the promotion of fair contractual procedures and competitive practices.

C - The lending of assistance to one another in meeting emergencies that may arise within the scope of the interests of the Corporation and directly affecting one or more of its members, or indirectly affecting the Corporation as a whole.

D - The continuation and further development of social and ethical principles by members and others associated with them in the Construction Industry and a constant adherence to the democratic processes and principles of freedom guaranteed to all people in the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Michigan.

E - The taking of any action germane to the purposes of sub-paragraphs a, b, c and d above.

---

Code of Ethics

Persons, firms, or corporations seeking membership in the Tri-County Contractors Association, must subscribe to the following Code of Ethics:

A - To maintain a standard of performance consistent with the owners best interest and my obligations.

B - To quote only realistic prices and completion dates and perform accordingly.

C - To cooperate to the fullest extent with the Engineer and other Agents of the owner toward fulfillment of the contract undertaken.

D - To solicit and accept bids and/or quotations only from firms who subscribe to the principles of the Code of Ethics.

E - To make all payments promptly within the terms of the contract.

F - To observe and foster the highest standard of safety and working conditions for employees.

G - To the continuation and further development of social and ethical principles by members and others associated with them in the underground construction industry and a constant adherence to the democratic processes and principles of freedom guaranteed to all persons in the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Michigan.

H - To take joint action as an Association, if necessary, in defense of the member and/or their employee's rights as guaranteed to them by the laws of the United States and the State of Michigan.

I - To establish realistic wage schedules for employees commensurate with their ability so that they may enjoy the dignity to which they are entitled.

J - To participate actively in the training of skilled trades people for the purpose of having such skilled personnel available to members of this Corporation.

Engineers/Contractors Committee Mission Statement

The TCCA Engineers and Contractors Issues Committee shall serve as a means to share issues of mutual concern in order to develop strong working relationships and an environment of continuous improvement which will ultimately benefit others, contractors and engineers alike.

The Engineers/Contractors Committee was formed in early 1996. The committee had its first of their monthly meetings on April 25, 1996. Since that meeting several issues have been brought to the table for discussion in hopes of improving the understanding between Engineers, Owners and Contractors. The following is a list of the committee members who have donated their time and talents to help benefit our Industry. We are grateful for the efforts they have made to help us all.

Mr. James A. Koski
Sag. Co. Public Wks Commissioner
Chairman

Mr. Chuck Rolfe, P.E.
Wade-Trim, Inc.
Committe Member

Mr. Brian McManus, P.E.
Midland City Engineer
Committee Member

Mr. Sonny Grunwell
Director of Public Services
Saginaw Charter Twp.
Committee Member

Mr. Jack Niemi, P.E.
Wilcox Professional Services
Committee Member

Mr. Dan Bourdow, Jr.
Bourdow Trucking Co.
Committee Member

Mr. Steve O'Mara, P.E.
Fisher Contracting Co.
Committee Member

Mr. Don Scherzer
Spicer Group
Committee Member
Vice Chairman

Mr. David Marx
Champagne & Marx Excvtg, Inc.
Committee Member

Mr. Adam Ball, P.E.
Saginaw Co. Road Comm. Engr.
Committee Member

Mr. Louis Taylor, P.E.
MDOT
Committee Member

Mr. Michael D. Staley, P.E.
Snyder & Stacey Engineering, PLC
Committee Member

Mr. Doug Stevens, P.E.
Rowe Incorporated
Committee Member