It’s hard to believe we are already publishing the third issue of On the Road for this year! While everyone is busy wrapping up the end of the season, I hope you will take a moment through these pages to look back with us on the last couple of months, while taking note of all the good things to come before the year’s end. Truly, October, November, and December will be some of the busiest months of the association — ever!

And that’s a good thing. We are all busy. But to be busy with a purpose is even better. I think that is what you will ultimately find in this issue of On the Road — purpose.

In the following pages, you will see highlights and great pictures from our 11th Annual UAPA Golf Classic. But you will also see purpose in gathering together — not only for a great day of golf, but purpose in giving something back to our great members through prizes second-to-none; something back to our industry through the raising of scholarship funds for future awardees; and something back to our community, to kids who have been called on to fight a fight that most of us will never have to face in battling childhood cancer.

You will note our purpose in highlighting new asphalt plants and significant road projects in the state because we all know our state is rising in both population and workforce. So it’s great to take a moment to highlight how our industry is purposefully addressing these challenges — from within and without — as UAPA members work hard to build the needed roads and infrastructure to meet those growing needs.

And last but certainly not least, you will find an interview with Chelsea Hunt from West Jordan City’s Street Department. I first got to know Chelsea about two years ago. I could tell from the onset of our meeting that she was a leader. We are honored that she accepted an opportunity to help lead our Women of Asphalt Utah Branch. Chelsea brings purpose to her job each day. It’s only fitting to assume she will help do the same for our Women of Asphalt Branch as it continues to grow and thrive here in the state. I hope you will enjoy getting to know her as much as I have.

Above the great content, the wonderful pictures, and some really good information on how you can join UAPA’s retirement plan, you will also see the dates for many things happening for UAPA in the near future. I hope you will purposefully choose to come and join us at one or all of these events.

A key element of our association is education. This was a choice made long ago on purpose (have I said that word enough?). Thank you for joining us along for the ride as we wrap up another great construction season here in Utah. There is still much to do. Stay safe.

As always, I am so grateful for the opportunity to work in this industry. We stand ready to assist you with any needs you may have and look forward to seeing you soon!

Best regards,
Reed