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Missouri Minimum Wage Set to Increase Starting January 1, 2019.
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SpencerFane has produced this summary document explaining the new Missouri Minimum Wage Rates that were voted into law on November 6, 2018. They have graciously authorized the sharing of this interpretation of the law.
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Elevation Lab: Helping Entrepreneurs Soar - Construction Venture.
Click the image above to download the complete PDF announcement.
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Professionals in construction-based industries can create a business grown strategy using their current operations framework. Business owners will actively work to develop a plan that significantly improves business performance. Facilitators are knowledgeable entrepreneurs on the issues that influence this industry.
CLASS INFORMATION: Jan. 8 - Feb. 26, 2019 UMKC SBTDC, 4747 Troost Ave. Kansas City, MO 64110 CONTACT: UMKC SBTDC 816.235.6063 elevationlab@umkc.edu APPLY: sbtdc.umkc.edu |
OSHA Cold Weather Preparedness.
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As outdoor temperatures drop and winter storms approach, employers should take measures to keep their workers safe. OSHA's Winter Weather webpage provides information on protecting workers from hazards while working outside during severe cold and snow storms. This guidance includes information on staying safe while clearing snow from walkways and rooftops.
Click on the image at right to download the OSHA Quick Card for Cold Weather Awareness and Protection tips! #Staysafe |
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Local WBE Company and Gr. KC NAWIC Chapter 100 in the News!
NAWIC National President, Catherine Schoenenberger mentions NAWIC Greater Kansas City Chapter 100 in this KSHB 41 News story about local Woman-Owned business International Builders and Consultants.
May 2018 KCKS School Bond Report:
The Kansas City, Kansas School Bond Report Newsletter will provide insight into successes and activities related to the KCKPS School Bond Projects. This initiative has strong WBE/MBE/LBE requirements and progress towards these goals as well a project progress will be shared through this newsletter.
Below is the first issue from May 2018.
Below is the first issue from May 2018.
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2018-2019 Future City Competition
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The Great Plains Regional Future City Planning Committee is looking to forge new connections with additional engineering companies and professional societies in the area to give the sixth, seventh, and eighth grade participants in the competition a number of resources to encourage exposure to the different types of engineering career choices.
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For more information contact Ms. Charlene Morris, Engineering Associate, KDOT-Bridge Design at 785.296.5006 or at Charlene.Morris@ks.gov. You may also download informational PDFs here.
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