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AGC Releases Stimulus Survey Results

AGC released results of a survey that measured the impact of stimulus funds on construction companies' ability to expand payrolls.  The survey found that stimulus construction funds have had little impact to date on companies' ability to hire new employees, but has helped companies save existing jobs. The survey data was announced during a media conference call that included AGC's CEO Steve Sandherr, chief economist Ken Simonson, and the following AGC contractor members.
  • Doug Pruitt, Sundt Construction
  • Art Daniel, AR Daniel Construction Services
  • Paul Diederich Industrial Builders
  • Phil Boelter Kraus-Anderson Construction
  • Don Weaver Weaver Bailey Construction
  • Deena Billings FNF Construction
  • Dave Higgins, HMH Builders
  • Tim Creson, Austin Bridge and Road
The news has been widely covered by outlets such as Reuters,Christian Science Monitor and The Washington Post.