BYLAWS

The AGC of Ohio bylaws reflect the reasons for creating the association. These same “aims and purposes,” as stated in the bylaws, are applicable to the association today, as they were more than 30 years ago.

Reliability – to make membership in the Association a reasonable assurance to the public of the Skill, Integrity and Responsibility of its members.

“AGC is the most professional organization that a firm can belong to for our industry. It adds a level of professionalism to our firm, and shows our commitment to the industry.” Timothy E. Beischel, President, R.J. Beischel Building Co.

High Standards – to maintain the highest standards of business conduct in the contracting business and to establish members of the Association in the public mind as contractors who fulfill their obligations in good faith.

“AGC promotes the issues that contractors care about and promotes professionalism in the industry.” David Dietrichson, VP Commercial Lines Manager, Schiff Kreidler-Shell, Inc.

Honorable Dealings – to provide methods and means whereby members may avail themselves of the greater power of combined effort through the dealings with the public, which they serve.

“AGC represents general contractors as a single, coordinated voice regarding legislation and other matters.” Ronald A. Koetters, Chairman, Monarch Construction Co.

Fair Practices – to seek correction of the injurious, discriminating or unfair business methods practiced by or against contractors.

“By presenting a strong, unified voice of the industry to the myriad of governmental agencies, AGC watches our back so we can keep our focus on the future without the concern of being derailed by something which we had no knowledge.” John R. Neyer, Neyer Construction Co.

Efficiency and Research – to encourage economy and efficiency in construction, thereby eliminating waste and reducing construction costs through research and through cooperation with other groups carrying on research in construction methods and materials.

“Welty Building Co. relies very heavily on the research and opinions as researched and concluded by our industry experts who have carefully studied these issues.” Donzell S. Taylor, President & CEO, Welty Building Co.

Risk Parity – to place the business risks assumed by contractors as nearly as possible on a parity of the risks assumed by firms in other production industries.

“It (AGC) is a critical voice in making sure the concerns of contractors across the U.S. are heard.” Mark R. Graeser, Vice President, Danis Building Construction Co.

Cooperative Relations – to promote cordial and cooperative relations between contractors and other groups within the construction industry.

“Friendship and professional relationships of mostly respect can be gained from working side by side on industry issues with all of our good competition.” Vince Corrado, President, Shook, Inc.

Labor Relations – to foster and promote just and equitable labor relations.

“AGC plays an important role in negotiating contracts with labor unions.” William P. Ruch, President, Stanford E. Thal

Accident Prevention – to promote safe construction operations for the protection of construction workmen and the general public by means of education, accident prevention measures and cooperation with insurance companies and government agencies concerned with construction safety.

“AGC has been a useful resource for training in the areas of safety and health. IC’s safety director has found the Safety & Health Forums very informative. The weekly Safety & Labor Updates and Congressional Updates provide invaluable information within the industry.” Marc Lockemer, Industrial Construction Co.

Standard Contract Provisions – in cooperation with the Ohio AIA and others, to develop fair and equitable contract forms and documents so that the respective interests of owners, architects, contractors, other segments of the industry, and the public may be properly protected.

“The various publications, contract forms and safety information are excellent resources.” Darrel G. Cox, P.E., Chairman of the Board, The Krill Co.

Record and Exchange Information – to provide for the exchange of information on regulations at the federal, state, and local levels and for the accumulation and distribution of statistics on such matters as volume of construction, labor supply, wage rates, etc.

“AGC is an excellent resource for current and accurate information on developments in the construction industry.” Julie O’Toole, The Bolton Pratt Co.

Legislative Activity – to advocate, foster and promote construction legislation which shall favor the highest aims and purposes of contractors and which shall be in the public interest, and to keep members informed on legislation of interest to the construction industry.

“We feel that the review of proposed legislation and current laws by a large and strong organization like the AGC is extremely important in that it protects the construction industry (contractors) far well intentioned by ill-advised legislation and bureaucratic rule implementation.” Bruce G. Higley, Executive Vice President, The Higley Co.

Public Relations – to conduct a sound public relations program stressing the role of efficient and economical construction by responsible contractors in the national, state and local economies.

“We applaud recent efforts by the AGC of Ohio to promote a higher standard of construction for the school system by lobbying for best bid criteria. AGC is working hard to assure Ohio’s taxpayers get the ‘best’ facilities for the money, not just the ‘cheapest.’” William P. Ruch, President, Stanford E. Thal