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A publication for the employees of Kokosing, Inc.

Building Kentucky’s Building Kentucky’s Largest Earthwork Largest Earthwork

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2015Issue 3/July-September

Setting the LidOn August 13, 2015, the project crew set a 65 foot diameter digester cover at the Bluffton Waste Water Treatment Plant in Indiana. The lid was assembled on site and weighed 74,000 pounds. A great OHA and critical lift planning led to a safe and smooth placement.

The crew decided during the MAP meeting to place their “I Will Lead with Safety 24/7” banner prominently on the lid for all to see!

Thanks to Joe Lambdin, Kevin Conner, Matt Cordial, Justin Hass, and the site employees for a safe event!

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Lead With SafetyBrian Burgett

We are on the home stretch of our summer construction season and will soon be entering the winter months where we deal with slippery conditions on the job and slippery conditions getting to and from work. I want to

thank each of you for helping to continue to improve safety on our job sites. We have always had the policy that anyone seeing an unsafe act is to immediately stop the work until it can be corrected. I think some people have not always been confi dent that we really meant that. To reinforce our expectation, we recently gave you cards authorizing your right to stop unsafe acts. I put my cell phone number on there to show you that I mean what I say and that I will support you. Hopefully this takes away any doubt that you might have about our sincerity on safety. We all have an obligation to take action when we see something we think might be unsafe. Don’t be the person that looked the other way.

Last year, we had over 40 collisions or backing incidents involving equipment or trucks. This spring, in an effort to reduce these incidents, we introduced a “360 Degree Walk Around” policy. Please remind each other to follow this policy. Anytime we hit something it just as easily could have been a person.

By the time this year is over we will have worked more man hours, more equipment hours, and put in place more dollars of work than any time in our history. Our crews are building some of the most challenging construction projects in the country, from underwater electric cables in San Francisco Bay to preparing right of ways for overhead power lines in Indiana and Ohio; from environmental dredging in Lake Michigan to breakwater barriers in Lake Ontario; and from highway projects in Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky to industrial and treatment plants in Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.

Our ability to perform this diverse spectrum of work is due to the quality of the people that have chosen to be a part of the Kokosing family. You take pride in your work and you have bought into working safely. You don’t want to work for a contractor that takes

short cuts. You want to operate with honesty and integrity and be treated with respect. You want to be a part of a successful company and work with other workers that you respect. You want to have the best equipment to work with and take care of it so that the company continues to have the best. Thank you for helping to build these great projects this year and also for being part of the Kokosing family.

A recent example of how our Kokosing family shows respect in the communities we work was captured in a Facebook post on the Shelby Police Department:

“A shout out to construction crews from Kokosing who are in town doing some advance work on the road ahead of the paving project. Captain Argo reported today that while heading out of town on W. Main leading a funeral procession, the crew working out by Morris Rd saw the procession, stopped working, put down their tools, and put their hardhats over their hearts in a show of respect for the procession. It’s a dirty, hard, and very dangerous and unappreciated job, but we were very impressed and appreciative of the crew stopping to show their respects to the deceased and their family. Things like this remind us that despite all of the crazy in the world, it’s still full of good and decent people. Thank you Kokosing. ~Chief Combs”

This was the Richland County Ohio 39 project. The crew consisted of Superintendent Pete Franks, and Laborers Matt Schaefer, Jeff Lawhorn, Cedric Tanner, and Andrea Thompson.

I know many of you do the right thing every day, just like this crew did. I am very proud of the work you do, the safe way you do it, your willingness to keep getting better, and the respect you show to our customers.

In closing, the work backlog we already have for next year is excellent and there are several more projects to bid. If I don’t see you before the holidays, enjoy and give thanks for the many blessings you have and share with those less fortunate.

Thanks,Brian Burgett

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ON THE COVER

ALSO INSIDE

Kentucky’s Largest Earthwork ProjectCAT 6040FS loading the fi rst truck.

Marine MilestoneSubmersible Cables in San Francisco, CA

Building the Team 1 x 1Being a Mentor

Increasing Effi ciencyCHP Generators at Fort Wayne

Life-SaversKokosing Heroes

Building Through ChallengesA Kokosing First

Employee EventsGolf Outing & Sporting Clay Shoot Results

Environmental MinuteSaving Energy

Working TogetherPaving in Richland County

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The CAT 6040FS excavating on the Pike County II Project.

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BUILDING KENTUCKY’S LARGEST EARTHWORK

PROJECTAndy Rhodes

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UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS

The Pike County II project is a $73M grade and drain project for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. The project is 2.19 miles long with 21 million cy of excavation.

This is the largest earthwork project ever sold in the State of Kentucky and top ten in the world. The mass excavation is enough dirt and rock to fi ll the Ohio Stadium (Horseshoe) fi ve times! Go Buckeyes!

Even more interesting is the fact that 95% of the material is contained in two mountains. One mountain has 8 million cy and the other has 12 million cy. This in itself created another challenge. How do we get off the mountain? The vertical difference in elevation was almost 800 feet. That is over the

height of the tallest tower on the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. This was accomplished with a steep haul road that switched back and forth down the mountain to the bottom fi ll area when we started the project.

In Kentucky, fl at ground is a premium. Of the 21 million cy of excavation, about 15 million cy’s of it is waste material that is not needed to construct the new four lane divided highway. We are placing the waste between two other mountains adjacent to the ones we are excavating. The fi ll area started out 16’ wide at the bottom. When we are done, we will create a 31 acre fl at area for future development. This should attract more businesses and help stimulate the local economy.

UNIQUE EQUIPMENT

The majority of the material is hard rock. We opened the project up with our Komatsu PC2000 excavators and 100 ton Komatsu 785 Rock Truck spreads. As the job progressed, we started looking at other options with additional power.

The end result was the acquisition of a new CAT 6040 Front Loading Shovel and larger 150 ton Komatsu 1500 Rock Trucks. This loading technique is very different from our normal top loading operation. You dig on the solid bottom of the blasted level up in lieu of multiple lifts down to solid. This gives way to a smoother pit fl oor and therefore much less wear and tear on the equipment.

A substantial difference in the loading capability can be seen in the chart on the right. The total machine weight of the CAT 6040FS is just shy of 1 million lbs. It’s a very large machine. The purchase of the CAT 6040FS is an excellent example of how the company will pro-actively invest in the equipment necessary to build a project.

CAT 6040FS

26.5 CY Bucket

270,000 lbs.Break Force

Komatsu PC 2000

17 CY Bucket

162,000 lbs.Break Force

Sheer power of a Front Shovel vs. Excavator


OUR PEOPLE

This project is fi ve hours from Columbus, which created some challenges too. We’re not a local contractor. People didn’t know us. We started the project with a lot of our normal people who have helped us be successful in the past.

As we started operations, we hired some local operators. As time has progressed, nearly all of the people are now local. Being in coal country, there are a lot of great local heavy equipment operators. In addition, with the downturn in the coal industry, they were seeking to work for us. It has been a win-win. We have gained a good sustainable workforce that will continue to help us be successful.

With the acquisition of the shovel, we are now learning a new operation too. The people have been the key to helping us reach our goals. We are tracking towards success with their dedication.

Though this project has presented some unique challenges; such as being in a new area, moving the most material on one project than ever before, traversing the biggest differences in elevation that we have ever seen before, we are progressing nicely with a group of dedicated and talented co-workers. We are looking forward to a successful completion of this project and the future work in Kentucky.

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1 - View from mountain two looking back towards mountain one at the Pike County II project in Kentucky. 2 - Andy Rhodes standing by the new Komatsu 1500 Rock Truck. 3 - The CAT 6040FS next to a Chevy 2500 pickup.


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1. (L-R) Komatsu 1500 Operators David Stewart, Red Meade, Jacob Johnson, Dondi Posey, Bobby Daniels, Komatsu 785 Operator Dan Carlisle. 2. CAT D8T Operator Chad Bentley, CAT 6040 Front Shovel Operator Kyle Ousley. 3.Komatsu PC2000 Operator Max Hale, CAT D10 Operator Chris Rogers. 4. CAT D8T PC2000 Operator Max Hale and CAT D10 Operator Chris Rogers. 5. Atlas Copco Pre-Split Drill Operator Rich Haines. 6. CAT D9T Operator Bryan Reed. 7. (Back Row) Komatsu 785 Operators Shane Allen, Jonathan Ratliff, Mark Joseph (Front Row) Rebecca Moore, CAT D9T Operator Danny Fannin.

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Kokosing Projects Honored for Excellence

The John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir project in Prospect, Ohio has been recognized as a 2015 Water and Wastewater Project Award winner by Water and Wastes Digest Magazine.

The I-71-670 Columbus Crossroads project won the Best Use of Innovation Award from the Mid America Association of State Transportation Offi cials (MAASTO). This project relieved congestion, added capacity, and increased safety conditions for the nearly 150,000 motorists that utilize the highway each day. By using a design-build process, an effi cient traffi c management plan, and an extensive public outreach campaign, contractors were able to safely construct two large bridges, retaining walls, and pavement repairs within one year. The project improved connectivity between downtown Columbus and the near east side neighborhoods, neighborhoods that were cut off from downtown 50 years ago. By integrating public art, complete streets features, bike lanes, and public green space, the neighborhoods and communities are reconnected.

The Morrow I-71 project was part of the I-71 Widening Golden Spike project that won the Under Budget Award from the Mid-America Association of State Transportation Offi cials (MAASTO). The Golden Spike was a combination of the three design build projects that fi nished the third lanes from Columbus to Cleveland. Ohio Department of Transportation’s $149 million I-71 Golden Spike project relieved congestion on I-71 in Central Ohio by reconstructing the highway while expanding one lane in each direction. As a primary freight corridor and connection between Columbus and Cleveland, the improved 25-mile stretch of I-71 reduced travel times between the two cities for both passengers and freight. The project was completed more than $10 million under budget and an estimated three years early, saving taxpayer money and inconvenience to motorists.

John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir

I-71/670 Columbus Crossroads

Morrow I-71


Sympathies

Gene Pryor passed away on July 7, 2015.

Gene worked for Kokosing from 1986 until his retirement in 2001. He was a Welder with the Weld Shop in Fredericktown, Ohio.

Gene’s hobbies were fi shing, hunting, camping, boating, working with the Boy Scouts and taking them camping. He also liked building things—including an 8’×8’ pole tree house (something he had always wanted) with roll out windows and a fi reman-type pole for a quick exit. His most recent interests were Sudoku puzzles, playing with the cat (named Dog), watching Star Trek reruns on TV, and being home with his family.

He was a member of the Waterford Methodist Church in Waterford, Ohio and a member of the Ohio Operator Engineer’s Union.

Our prayers go out to his wife of 61 years, Lois, and his family.

Mike passed away on October 8, 2015 at Charleston Memorial Hospital following a sudden diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.

Mike worked for Kokosing from 2000 until his retirement in 2014. He was an Operator with the Columbus Highway Group and a member of the International Union of Operating Engineer Local #132.

Mike enjoyed riding his four wheeler around his farm where his donkeys and horses were.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to wife of 38 years, Betty, and his family

Sam passed away on October 4, 2015 at Ohio Health MedCentral Hospital from complications due to COPD.

Sam was an Operator with Kokosing Construction from 1973 until his retirement in 1998. After high school, Sam started his construction career at Fredericktown Sand and Gravel. He was taught how to run every piece of equipment there by his good friend and teacher, Diz Wise. He was a member of the Operating Engineers Local #18 for over 50 years. Sam ran the track hoe, crane, and many other pieces of equipment during his career at Kokosing.

Sam enjoyed spending time with his children and granddaughter. He also spent his spare time working on his lawn, watching NASCAR, football, and the farm channel. Sam attended many of the Kokosing retiree events and enjoyed the fellowship of the other retirees.

Our hearts go out to his wife of 56 years, Sondra, and his family.

EUGENE GLENN PRYOR

MICHAEL JAMES KISER

CLAYTON “SAM” SPAYDE


John J. Shelton’s father, John W. Shelton, passed away on July 23, 2015. John is a Trade Superintendent with Kokosing Industrial.

J.C. Sharp’s father, Gary Sharp, passed away on July 26, 2015. J.C. is an Operator with the Central Ohio Asphalt Group.

Bill Lauder’s mother-in-law, Emily Mechir, passed away on July 28, 2015. Bill is the Treasury Manager with the Accounting Department.

Jerry Grunden’s mother-in-law, Pauline Wood, passed away on August 2, 2015. Jerry is a Safety Specialist with Kokosing Industrial.

Alan Kintner’s sister, Janet Wiser, passed away on August 3, 2015. Alan is a Project Engineer-Estimator with Kokosing Construction for the Mansfi eld area.

Jeff Randall’s father-in-law, Edward Lentz, passed away on August 5, 2015. Jeff is an Operator with Kokosing Construction.

Lynn Levelius’ mother-in-law, Marjorie Walter, passed away on August 5, 2015. Lynn is a Payroll Clerk with the Accounting Department.

Brad and Rick Young’s mother and Paul Young’s grandmother, Erma Lee Young, passed away on August 19, 2015. Brad is a Project Superintendent, Rick is a Trade Superintendent, and Paul is a Carpenter. They all work with Kokosing Construction.

Dan Schweiger’s father, Ronald Schweiger, passed away on August 23, 2015. Dan is a Highway Area Manager with Kokosing Construction.

Jeff Brinkman’s mother, Janice Kay Brinkman, passed away on August 28, 2015. Jeff is a Highway Laborer Foreman with Kokosing Construction.

Paul Mays’ wife, Paula Mays, passed away on August 28, 2015. Paul was a Highway Laborer from 1986 until his retirement in 2013.

Bart Winand’s mother, Joyce Winand, passed away on September 9, 2015. Bart is a Laborer Foreman with Kokosing Construction.

Louis Cerna’s mother, Consuelo Cerna, passed away on September 13, 2015. Louis is a Laborer with Kokosing Industrial.

Jason Pike’s father, Ronald Pike, passed away on September 14, 2015. Jason is a Trade Superintendent with Kokosing Construction’s Central Ohio Asphalt Group.

Terry Fontaine’s daughter, Angie Fontaine, passed away on September 16, 2015. Terry was a Laborer Foreman with Kokosing Construction from 1992 until his retirement in 2013. Angie was also the niece of Kirby Fontaine. Kirby is a Senior Project Manager with Kokosing Construction.

Casey Smith’s father, Ken Smith, passed away on September 30, 2015. Casey is a Laborer with Kokosing Construction.

J.R. Crowe’s grandfather, Jerald Wasker, passed away on October 7, 2015. J.R. is a Field Engineer with Kokosing Industrial’s Marine Group.

Our deepest condolences to the following for their recent loss of a loved one.

Thank YouI wanted to share with you an experience I had with one of your employees. On Saturday night, someone entered our garage and stole my purse out of my car. I realized this on Sunday morning and immediately called to cancel my credit cards.

On Monday morning, as I was getting my documents together to go and replace my drivers license, I had a wonderful visit from one of your employees who was working at the 270 interchange in Worthington. He and the crew that were there paving had found my wallet and it’s contents scattered around the side of one of the ramps. They collected everything and found where I live by my driver’s license and delivered it to me. Amazingly, they found everything that had been in my wallet at the time it was stolen. I no longer have to replace my license, my insurance card, and a professional license card.

Unfortunately, I did not get the gentleman’s name that came to my house, but I needed to let someone know how thankful I am to him and the crew that took the time to collect my belongings and get them back to me. After my life had been affected by some very dishonest individuals, it was then affected by some very caring and responsible ones. You are lucky to have employees with such integrity.

Thank you again, Betsy Mierzejewski

This crew was Superintendent Scott Harris’ crew. Way to go!


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Marine Milestone Reached J.R. Crowe

A FIRST FOR KOKOSING’S MARINE GROUPKokosing Industrial’s Marine Group is pleased to announce the successful installation of fi ve submersible cables for Pacifi c Gas and Electric in San Francisco, California.

The project involved laying three phases of a 230kV power cable and two optical fi ber cables from Spear Street in downtown San Francisco to 23rd Street in San Francisco. The installation required the submersible cables to be pulled in from San Francisco Bay through a horizontal directional drilled (HDD) high density polyethylene (HDPE) conduit into a shore splicing vault from the cable lay barge, buried 6’-10’ below the bay bottom using a jet plow for the three mile submersible route, and then pulled back into shore through another HDD conduit into the splicing vault. This was repeated three times on three parallel routes to install all fi ve cable, with two routes that involved burying a 5.75” power cable and a 1” optical fi ber cable simultaneously.

MANY OBSTACLESThis was a diffi cult project in many aspects. Numerous upgrades and new equipment were required for the project, many of which were never fully assembled until arriving in California for the mobilization. The mobilization also revealed design fl aws that required the team to take on a design-build approach to the project. The project team also had to rely on a variety of specialized subcontractors to perform high risk or sensitive aspects of the project including divers, hydrographic surveyors, winch truck operators, marine contracting, tug operators, and optical fi ber technicians.

One of the initially overlooked diffi culties of the project was the ability to actually work in downtown San Francisco. Numerous permits and environmental regulations unknown at the beginning of the project needed to be resolved before any work could be performed. The project team led by Tim Paquette and Project Engineers Jonathon Crowe, Paul MacArthur, and Beth Weber were able to solve these issues without delaying the project.

A 24 HOUR OPERATIONThe crews made the project so successful. John Wright and Tyler Socolovich worked on the day shift under Superintendent Todd Merchant operating the linear cable engines and turntable. Jason Thornton and Tim Belanger performed similar roles for Foreman Troy Merchant on the night shift. The work was also well directed by the day and night shore Foremen Dan Olmsted and Kane Morrish. They provided good direction and communication to the cable lay barge during the winch pull-ins and working safely in the confi ned vaults.

MARINE SHOP HELPA large portion of the effort put in by the team occurred well before the mobilization even began. The Marine Shop took on the manufacture of the new snorkel cable highway, upgrades to the cable turntable, and upgrades to the jet plow. Their expertise proved they could produce major project components on a tight schedule. This was invaluable to being able to construct all of the specialty equipment required for the project.

THE FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHTThe installation of the 230kV submersible power cable represents the highest voltage ever laid by the Marine Group. A major milestone that vaults the company into a small group of international companies that can knowingly perform this type of work. Looking forward, the Marine Group is excited as it prepares to install its next major submersible power cable to the fi rst offshore wind farm in the United States off of Block Island, Rhode Island.

1 - The night installation crew with Kokosing members Jason Thornton (fourth from left), Tim Belanger (eighth from left), and Troy Merchant (fi fth from right). 2 - The cable lay vessel as it is deploying the power cable in front of the Bay Bridge on San Francisco Bay. 3 - John Wright (second from left) prepares the power cable for the second end pull installation. 4 - Preparing to deploy the jet plow at the Spear St. HDD conduit. New components for the sled were built by the Durocher Marine Shop including the jet tooth and skid extensions.


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Retirees

Brad Nichols retired on August 13, 2015. He was a Laborer Pipelayer Foreman with Kokosing Industrial, but for the past eight years he worked with their Purchasing Department. He started with Kokosing on March 19, 1996.

Brad has worked on many water treatment plant and highway projects including, Marmet Locks and Dam, Haverhill Coke Plants 1 and 2, Middletown Coke Plant, and most recently the Markwest Seneca Project in Summerfi eld, Ohio.

Brad lives in West Portsmouth, Ohio with his wife of 43 years, Jane. They have one son, Brad (34), and one granddaughter, Shalee (13). He likes to duck hunt, fi sh, ride his Harley, and watch his granddaughter play sports.

Brad said, “There are two mentors with Kokosing I owe a special thanks to. Dave Sockman for his help in learning to lay pipe. And Karl Kennedy for his help in purchasing and all the computer help.”

Best wishes and happy retirement, Brad!

Dave Hudson retired on September 4, 2015 from Kokosing Construction’s Marine Group as a Senior Project Manager. He started with Kokosing in October, 2002.

Dave worked on many projects and said his favorite project was the City of Toledo. He liked the complexity and

challenges of pulling three chemical feed lines through an existing 108’ horizontal concrete pipe three miles from on-shore surge well to off-shore water intake structure.

Dave lives in Cheboygan, Michigan with his wife, Susan. They have been married for 44 years and have two adult sons and six grandchildren. He plans on spending more time with his family and attending the grandkids’ sporting events more often now that he is retired. He enjoys hunting, fi shing, and woodworking.

“Thank you to the Durocher Team for the support everyone provided each other. Thank you Kokosing for all the help and support for the Marine Group.” Said Dave.

Best wishes and happy retirement, Dave!

Larry Lukas retired on August 31, 2015 as a Department Manager with Kokosing Industrial. He started with Kokosing on July 1, 1991.

Larry had watched the Form Shop grow and helped hire and develop new employees. He worked on many unique and challenging projects including, Fulton Road Bridge, Main Street Bridge, Jeremiah Morrow Bridge, Marmet Locks and Dam, Sun Coke, and his favorite project the OSU Stadium.

Larry lives in Delaware, Ohio with his wife, Connie.

Larry said, “I am extremely proud to have been a small part of this company! Kokosing has the best people in the industry and it truly has been a pleasure working with all of you! I wish the company and all of you continued success.”

Best wishes and happy retirement, Larry!

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Linda Gibson retired on September 11, 2015 a Laborer with the Asphalt Group. She started with Kokosing Construction on September 21, 2004. Linda worked on many asphalt projects including, I-75 Bowling Green and the Ohio Turnpike. She most recently worked on the Wayne County SR 94/585 project.

Linda has two sons who also work with Kokosing Construction. Jeremy Gibson is a Trade Superintendent and has been with Kokosing since 2004 and Josh Gibson has been an Asphalt Laborer with Kokosing since 2006.

Linda lives in Carey, Ohio. Best wishes and happy retirement, Linda!


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Dale Huvler retired on July 1, 2015 as a Lowboy Driver with the Works Department. He was hired by Bill Burgett on June 5, 1984.

Over Dale’s 31 years at Kokosing, he drove belly dumps, articulated end dumps, fuel trucks, tri-axle dumps, and water trucks. In 1996, he started driving

tractor trailers. Dale was a very reliable worker and friend and was always to work on time.

Dale lives in Mansfi eld, Ohio with his wife, Kyle. They have two grown children, Kortney and Timberlee.

Best wishes and happy retirement, Dale!

Bill Duhamel began his career with Kokosing Construction on July 27, 1995. He retired on March 24, 2015 as a Laborer Foreman.

Just a few of the projects Bill has worked on include, the I-70 Columbus, I-71 Median, and Louisville, Kentucky. He last worked

on the Lucas I-75 project. His favorite project was the I-275 in Cincinnati because of the good group of guys he was able to work with.

Bill lives in Ocala, Florida with his wife of 20 years, Denise. A hobby of his is to break horses to drive.

“I’ve enjoyed my 20 years at Kokosing. I formed a lot of good long lasting friendships.” Bill said.

Best wishes and happy retirement, Bill!


Welcome to Kokosing ConstructionNew Employees

Adam Davis started with Kokosing Industrial on September 21, 2015 as a Dispatcher for the Northwest Ohio broker trucks with Kokosing Construction’s Asphalt Group. He will be working at the Elyria offi ce.

Adam previously worked at Norwalk Concrete Industry for fi fteen years.

Adam lives in Sandusky, Ohio with his wife, Kristina, and their son, Ben (8). He likes to camp, boat, play football, and baseball.

Elyria Offi ce

Abby Beever started with Kokosing Construction on October 2, 2015 as an Administrative Assistant in the Fredericktown Trucking Department.

Abby previously worked at Beheler Excavating, Inc.

Abby lives in Mt. Vernon, Ohio with her husband, Ben. They have two children, Jilllian (8) and Morgan(5). In her spare time she likes to spend time with her family, fi sh, and enjoy the outdoors.

Trucking Department

Making the GradeJustin Yeager recently graduated from the Ohio Technical College in Cleveland and received his degree in Auto Diesel Technology. He has worked with Kokosing Construction since 2013 as a co-op and part time while attending college. Justin is now full time with the Mid-Size Equipment department in Fredericktown. Congratulations, Justin!

Justin Arnold received his designation as a Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) professional. He is a Project Engineer with Kokosing Industrial and has been with Kokosing since 2007. Congratulations, Justin!

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COLUMBUS REGION

Jason Irwin started with Kokosing Industrial on June 17, 2015 as a Quality Manager.

Jason earned a degree in Wellness/Emergencies from Eastern Kentucky University. He previously worked at Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing for 16 years.

Jason lives in Powell, Ohio with is wife of 14 years, Mary Kay. They have two children; Andrew (7) and Caroline (3). He enjoys running, biking, and basketball.

Adrienne Hardman started with Kokosing Industrial on August 17, 2015 as an Accountant in the Fredericktown offi ce.

Adrienne has a Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree from DeVry University. She previously worked at Cardinal Health in Dubin, Ohio for fi ve years.

Adrienne lives in Mt. Vernon, Ohio with her husband of four years, Ryan. They have two children, Lilly (3) and Leo (15 mos.). She likes to read and play with her children in her spare time

Scott Rogers started on October 5, 2015 as a Design Engineer with Kokosing Industrial. He will be working at the Westerville offi ce.

Scott received his Bachelor’s of Science degree from the

Ohio State University. He previously worked at C.J. Mahan Construction Company for over seven years.

Scott lives in Pickerington, Ohio with his wife, Mallory. They have an 18 month old son, Carter. He enjoys golfi ng, watching OSU football and basketball, Columbus Clippers, and Columbus Blue Jackets.

Tim Newberry started with Kokosing Industrial on July 6, 2015 as a Superintendent. He is working at the Parson Avenue Water Treatment project.

Tim previously worked as a Superintendent with The Ruhlin Company for almost four years.

He lives in Frankfort, Ohio with his wife, Stephanie. They have three children; Kelly (20), Kate (17), and Owen (4). He likes to hunt, fi sh, and ride ATVs.

WESTERVILLE OFFICE

WESTERVILLE OFFICE

Welcome to Kokosing IndustrialNew Employees

TOLEDO REGION

Anthony Sinacola started with Kokosing Industrial on September 1, 2015 as a Lead Project Engineer. He will be working on the Collins Park LSPS project in Curtice, Ohio.

Anthony worked for Johnson Controls for eight years and Stantec Consulting Engineers for one year before joining Kokosing.

Anthony lives in Oregon, Ohio. He has fi ve children, Haley (16), Hannah (19), Kimberly (23), Brandyn (27), and Joshua (29). In his spare time, he likes to golf, watch sports, and work on his 1958 Chevy pickup.

Mackenzie Kaser started on June 8, 2015 as a Field Engineer with Kokosing Industrial. She will be working at the Cleveland Southerly WWTP project.

Mackenzie has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Akron. She was a co-op at Shook Construction for three semesters.

Mackenzie lives in Akron, Ohio. She enjoys playing softball, painting, exploring the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and watching hockey and football.

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Promotions

The Kokosing Inc. Board of Directors is pleased to announce the promotion of Bryce Burgett to CEO of The Olen Corporation and Kokosing Materials Incorporated.

Bryce is also the Managing Partner of Integrity Kokosing Pipeline Services.

Bryce has worked for Kokosing, Inc. since earning his Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Ohio Northern University in 2004. During his tenure with Kokosing, he has worked as a Project Engineer, Superintendent, Project Manager, and most recently as Assistant Vice President of Affi liate Companies.

Bryce is the grandson of William (Bill) Burgett, founder of Kokosing Construction Company, Inc. and the son of Barth and Sarah Burgett. Barth is the Executive Vice President at the Fredericktown Main Shop.

Congratulations Bryce!

Kokosing Construction President, Dan Compston, is proud to announce that John Householder has been promoted to Vice-President of Kokosing Construction.

John will continue to expand his role; with current emphasis in project

acquisition, project management process improvements, and claims resolution.

John started with Kokosing on June 24, 1991. He has worked as a Project Engineer, Project Superintendent, Project Manager, Area Manager, and most recently, the Assistant Vice President of the Highway Group. He has worked on many projects including Steubenville SR 7, US 50 Cincinnati, Lancaster By-Pass, and I-275 Cincinnati.

Congratulations John!

Kokosing Construction President, Dan Compston, is very pleased to announce that Troy Hargis has been promoted to General Manager of the Asphalt Group.

Troy started with Kokosing on June 11, 2001. He has worked as a Project Engineer, Lead Engineer, Area Manager,

and a General Manager for Kokosing.

Troy has worked on numerous roadway projects around central Ohio including, Heath Blvd., I-670, and paving many two and four lane interstates.

Congratulations Troy!

General Manager of the Asphalt group, Troy Hargis, is pleased to announce that Nick Young has been promoted to Central Ohio Area Manager of the Asphalt group.

Nick started with Kokosing on April 1, 2004. His background in construction management, estimating and engineering in the asphalt industry will be of great benefi t to the group in his expanded role. Nick will be responsible for the procurement and management of all asphalt paving projects in the Central Ohio area.

Congratulations Nick!

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Casting CrewLes CraftBernie BowmanChris IngramChris CarrJohn SylvesterMarcus DavisRobert HuyDae RumseyKelly Stutz

Milling CrewDon MorrisonShawn GarmanTracey Angeletti

Milling Repair CrewWiley KilgoreBrandon Markey

Paving CrewTodd IngramWes RheesRandy SauderMike ReedRick KesslerRandy IngramStewart CalhounBill RidenourCedric TannerBecky JohnsonAndrea Thompson

Repair CrewChristian LangerDan CranerScott ClabaughKevin GorleyBritt JohnsonTraci RubleGreg Booth

Clean Up CrewChad ElliottJames LaiTony BowmanAnthony WolfarthDan TeyKrista ColeJeff Lawhorn

Working Together

The Richland County Urban Paving SR 13/39/430/545 project within the City of Mansfi eld has been an unique project because of the several paving locations and multiple crews working together. This $4.5m project included milling, pavement repair, asphalt paving, structure adjustment, catch basin reconstruction, and some minor structure work.

Thank you to each of the crews who contributed to the success of this project.

1 - Shawn Garman is operating the Wirtgen S210 milling machine. 2 - Stewart Calhoun is running the paver, with Mike Reed, Todd Ingram and Rick Kessler on the back. Wes Rhees is on the roller.

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3 - Flagger Marcus Davis helps keeps the fl ow traffi c steady. 4 - Anthony Wolfarth is cleaning up behind asphalt mill on Urban Paving project in Mansfi eld. 5 - Dan Craner is raking the asphalt with the pavement repair crew. 6 - Operator Traci Ruble with the Repair Crew. 7 - Bill Ridenhour, Randy Ingram, and Cedric Tanner are paving SR 39. 8 - Chris Carr is prepping catch basins for the concrete pour. 9 - Operator Tony Bowman with the clean up crew.

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Employees Thanked for Life-Saving ActionThe last time Todd Billock worked on the Lucas County project was June 24, 2015. He left the job that day in an ambulance. While Todd was dumping trucks and collecting tickets, his heart stopped beating and he stopped breathing. However, Todd was able to visit his paving crew on August 7, 2015because he was given life-saving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) by three members of that crew – working together for about twelve ‘eternal’ minutes.

When Todd’s heart stopped that day, employees Ben Grills, RJ Boulton, and Dan Ballah immediately took action. The moment his pulse faded, CPR was started and the three of them worked together to keep Todd alive until an ambulance arrived.

All three of these employees have volunteered their time on local Volunteer Fire Departments, and all three had good training. In addition to good training, it still takes courage to put that training into action and witnesses said none of the three hesitated. When the ambulance arrived and took over, Todd was shocked, injected, and rushed to the ER.

At the hospital, although he was receiving the best of care, his family, co-workers, and friends were told by the Chaplain that it looked very grim. He had been down a long time. But because of the quality of the CPR administered by his crew mates, he awakened a day later and soon thereafter got stronger, healing from the trauma of extensive chest compressions and shocking. He soon realized what his crew had done for him and his family. His doctors told him that if it was not for his crew he would not be alive.

Todd and his heart have a long road of recovery ahead. He was anxious to visit the job and say thank you again to the crew. On August 7, 2015, Todd visited with his crew and handed RJ, Ben, and Dan plaques that read, “In recognition and appreciation for your courageous lifesaving actions on June 24, 2015. Job Well Done!” These three employees were also given an appreciation gift from Kokosing for their willingness to step up and take action.

Are you trained in CPR? If you are, keep your certifi cation up to date. Remember that repetitive training is a life saver when you might be fi ghting the emotions of trying to save a friend or family member. If you are not, think about this story and please consider how important it would be to know CPR if you ever fi nd yourself in a similar position. Not everyone who will have heart trouble is fortunate enough to do so in close proximity to three highly trained individuals.

What happened on June 24th saved one life and changed many. Thank you again to RJ, Ben and Dan for Leading with Safety 24/7.

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1 - Heros: Ben Grills, RJ Boulton, and Dan Ballah. 2 - Crew from left to right: Terry Taylor, Dan Ballah, RJ Boulton, Todd Billock, Lynne Horvath, Ben Grills, and Becky Butler. 3 - Todd presented RJ, Ben, and Dan with plaques.

I am very thankful to these men. They have allowed me to enjoy more time with my family that I would not otherwise have had if they didn’t save my life.TODD BILLOCK ”

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Increasing Effi ciency at Fort Wayne

The Fort Wayne Water Pollution Control Plant project recently received two 400kW prepackaged Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Generators from Kraft Power Corporation. These generators have the capability to run on both natural gas, as well as the plant’s digester gas.

Prior to digester gas entering the generators, the gas must be processed through a gas conditioning system supplied by Unison Solutions.

Heat recovery is also being utilized to its full effi ciency. A jacket water system will assist in transferring heat produced

from the generators and through newly installed heat exchangers, transfer the heat back to the plant’s hydronic system to assist the existing boiler system.

Each unit weighs 37,000 lbs. and will have

the capability of producing 400kW back to the plant’s

electrical system.


Work In Progress

Aerial view of the 36 million gallon storage basin at the Toledo Ottawa Storage Facility.


Joe Litter and Ian Fleetwood prepare hardwood lagging for the Ottawa Tank.

Operators Todd Ciesinski and Danny Renemans.


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The four plants built by Kokosing at the Markwest Seneca project in Summerfi eld, Ohio. Plant 4 is nearing completion.

Installation of new fi lter under-drains (concrete block) in the existing tertiary fi lters at the Gary Sanitary District Filter

Rehabilitation project in Gary, Indiana.

Up-righting and setting a De-Methanizer Tower for Seneca Plant 4. Max Seyfried is the operator of the Liebherr LR1300, Karl Kirby the Oiler, and Paul Hinkle is the Operator of the Manitowoc M180.

On the Ottawa project in Toledo, Ohio, their largest excavator is the Komatsu 1250 and their smallest excavator is a mini track hoe. The Operator on the

mini is Todd Ceisinski and the Operator in the 1250 is Mike Nichols.

Aerial Crawford works a bull fl oat at the Hap Cramean site in Columbus, Ohio.


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Completion of concrete piers at Kokosing Industrial’s Norway Dam project located in Monticello, Indiana.

Operator Scott VanDyke is working on the concrete paving at the Corridor H project in West Virgina

The crew at the Columbus Southerly WWTP S84 project are pouring the fi rst and second sloped slabs for the land application tanks.

At the SR 7 Rayland, Ohio project, Robert Carr is loading articulated trucks with a Komatsu 1250

about 200’ above SR 7 and the Ohio River.

Operator Rick Stull, Foreman Derek Stull, and Laborer Woody Sorrentino are placing steel plates at

the Euclid WPC project in Euclid, Ohio.


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Operator Angela Thourot cleans the tracks of her excavator while waiting to assist with bridge construction on I-75

project in Toledo, Ohio.

This crew is pouring the footer for wall 6 on the Hopple Street project in Cincinnati, Ohio.

American 9270 crane is being moved and reassembled at the Port of Oswego in New York for Kokosing Industrial’s Marine Group.

Operator Keith Raybourn is clearing some obstruction while his crew is drive piling on the Dayton I-75 project in Dayton, Ohio.

Nate Geary excavates the temporary pavement to allow the construction of the ramp on the Cuyahoga

Turnpike project in Cleveland, Ohio.


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The progression of the new clearwell at the Parson Avenue WP Treatment Upgrades project in

Lockbourne, Ohio.

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At the AEP project in Auburn, Indiana, Laborer Marcus Miller and Operator Todd

Schowe are preparing an access road.

At the Hopple Street project in Cincinnati, Ohio, Operator Alvin Davidson is providing backfi ll for the pipe laying crew.

The I-75 Bowling Green project is pouring the I-75 bridge over US-6.


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Building Through ChallengesScott LoveIn November, 2014, Kokosing Construction was awarded the Carter Bridge to Brooks Street I/C project as the low bidder at $18,134,280. The project includes the rehabilitation of 19 structures with the replacement of 86 expansion joints throughout the I-64/I-77 interchange in Charleston, West Virginia.

A KOKOSING FIRST The core of this project, something brand new to Kokosing, is the replacement of the existing and out of date Cathodic Protection System within a 31,330 sy concrete overlay.

A system comprised of installing titanium wire mesh and electric cables throughout the entire deck to protect the rebar against corrosion within the structure. The complex installation of the new Cathodic Protection System is under the direction of Foremen Ronnie Johnson and Brad Lindsey. The system lies within a new overlaid deck that is scheduled to have Phase three of four total phases was completed in early October, 2015.

THE CONTRA FLOW LANEKokosing isn’t the only ones accepting a new challenge. The West Virginia Division of Highways is experiencing a brand new temporary traffi c pattern, the contra fl ow lane. Kokosing has used this temporary traffi c pattern throughout Ohio for years to battle complex and restrictive projects, but it’s a fi rst for the state of West Virginia. The contra fl ow lane allows crew members to work safely behind a concrete barrier 24/7, avoids the extreme lane penalties proposed by the WVDOH, and permits the project team time to develop the best strategy to install the owner’s products.

FIGHTING CORROSIONAnother complex operation to battle the bridge corrosion is a surface treatment application known as a Al-Zn-In Metalizing System. This system is applied on the undersides of the bridge’s concrete box beams around the expansion joints. These operations were completed at the end of September.

TIME RESTRAINTSAnother major part of this project is to remove and replace the 86 new expansion joints within the Cathodic Protection System and along the surrounding interstate structures. To perform this work, Superintendent Adam Carnefi x and his crew must

operate between the hours of Friday 8:00 p.m. to Monday 6:00 a.m., a tight schedule for any full depth structure replacement.

The fi rst night and day is all grit and sweat, beginning with Foreman Jesse Johnson setting up multiple lane closures for Foremen Dan Cooper, Casey Smith, Roy Williams, Donald Barnes, and Brian Barnes to begin some pavement pounding jack hammering to remove the existing joint.

Then it’s all hands on deck once again for a full night of forming and setting the expansion joints to prepare for the last full night of pouring and fi nishing concrete around the expansion joints. All the while, Master Mechanic Holly Clark keeps the hammers sharp, iron greased, and generators running strong.

INCREASING PERFORMANCEThis Kokosing crew began the project replacing only three expansion joints a weekend and are now replacing up to six expansion joints a weekend. Thanks to the continued efforts of many hardworking crew members and management team to perfect the expansion joint replacement process. WVDOH lane closures penalties on this project could cost the project up to $417.00 per minute per lane, but thanks to the great efforts of our crews, Kokosing has had no penalties to date! At this time, approximately 70% of the expansion joints have been installed. The project team includes Project Manager Joe Baker, Project Engineers Jason Jackson and Scott Love, and Field Secretary Kim Savilla who kept the fi eld offi ce running smoothly. By this mid-November, the project is scheduled to be fi nished with all expansion joint replacement and Cathodic Protection System work.



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Building the Team 1 x 1Mark Osborn

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Build things……that’s what we do. Roads, bridges, waste water treatment plants…..and in some cases careers. Some Kokosing employees are taking the added step to assist those coming into the construction profession.

On sites such as Dayton I-75, Hopple Street Bridge, Euclid WWTP, Toledo I-75, Ft. Wayne WWTP, and others, employees are developing the next generation of construction workers. We call this BUILDING THE TEAM 1 x 1. It is how we insure we have the best qualifi ed workers for projects today and tomorrow.

If you happen to be on a project site and see one of these individuals, please take the time to thank them for working with the next group of construction employees and building the Kokosing team. And if you know of someone that would be a good member of the team, introduce them to construction, be their mentor, and help us be prepared for tomorrow’s work.

1 - Zachary Saldana is being mentored by Steve Linder (not pictured). 2 - Kelly Daniels (left) and Kurt Eichenlaub (right) are mentoring Kyle Daniels (center). 3 - John Terrell is mentoring Danny Hill. 4 - Scott Curnutte is being mentored by John LaFever, Jr.

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Giving BackBeing a Good Member of the Community

Walk Run Ride

Jody Bronowski participated in the Walk for MS. Her team, T & K Family and Friends (named after her cousins, Tricia and Kerri, who are affected with MS) consisted of over 100 walkers and were the #1 team for the Buckeye Chapter raising $35,212.72 for 2015. Jody is a Field Secretary with Kokosing Construction. She has been with Kokosing since 2014.

Juli Johnson participated in the WVCAN - West Virginia Child Advocate Network Hike. The hike was held at Kanawha State Forest. The charity assists children who have been abused and removed from the family home. There were several of these hikes held throughout the state and timed that every hiking event would reach the summit hike at the same time.

Juli is the Administrative Assistant at Kokosing Construction’s West Virgina offi ce. She has been with Kokosing since 2010.

Patrick Nyhart, Drew Phillips, and Brian King walked with team Dot’s Forget-Me-Nots in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on September 26, 2015.

All three work in the Form Shop in Fredericktown. Patrick is a Trade Superintendent and has been with Kokosing since 1996. Drew is a Design Technician, he’s been with Kokosing since 2000. Brian is an Assistant Shop Superintendent and has been with Kokosing since 1997.

Robin Kaufman participated in the Morrow County Relay for Life with Team Kellie Jo. This event raises awareness and contributions to The American Cancer Society. Robin is the EEO/Benefi ts Administrator with Human Resources and has been with Kokosing since 1999.


Geoff, Dean, and Marsha Rinehart, and Brian and Meredith Burgett, participated in the Steps for Sarcoma Cancer with Team Mike on September 14, 2015. This event raises money for The Ohio State University Foundation, The James to research a cure for Sarcoma.

Adam and Meagan Tener and Jared McCune participated in the Walk to Defeat ALS with team Walkin’ Shews.

Adam is a Safety Specialist and Meagan is the Senior Human Resource Generalist. They are both with Kokosing Industrial and have been with Kokosing since 2006. Jared is a Plant Manager with the Olen Corporation. He has been with Olen since 2004.

Zach Keller participated in the 2015 Columbus Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Cycle for Life Event.

Zach is Project Engineer with Kokosing Industrial. He has been with Kokosing since 2005.

Mike Skaggs and Robin Kaufman both participated in the Cincinnati for Rett Syndrome Research Walk and 5K Run.

Mike is the Claims Administrator with Human Resources and has been with Kokosing since May, 2015. Robin is the EEO/Benefi ts Administrator with Human Resources and has been with Kokosing since 1999.

The 2015 Central Ohio Heart Walk took place on August 22, 2015. The Kokosing team had 32 walkers and one dog. They raised a total of $4,125.

Thank you to those who made a donation or participated in the Central Ohio Heart Walk. The American Heart Association’s mission is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases, and stoke. Around the nation, teams participate in Heart Walks to raise money to support the AHA’s research and educational programs.

Kokosing participates included, Lori and Morgan Gillett, Chad Lampe, Sonja Nichols, Melody Pangborn, Tami Cox, Laura Davis, Jeff Hass, Steve Flint, Claudia Ridgway, Mark and Eva Osborn, and John Singrey, Sr.

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Ariel Foundation Park

Kokosing has been actively involved in the communities around its hometown in Knox County Ohio for over sixty years. Recently, when a community-wide effort was being made to transform an old deteriorating industrial and mining site in Mount Vernon, Ohio into an inviting park, Kokosing was there to help turn a vision into reality. With lakes, woods, walking trails, picnic areas, bike paths, event centers, terraced landscaping, and a restored railroad depot, Ariel-Foundation Park is one of the most unique public parks in Ohio.

Between the fall of 2014 and spring of 2015, Kokosing crews repaired existing pavement and built new paths, roads, and parking lots around the park to make it an inviting destination. Kokosing Construction crews placed approximately 5,000 tons of asphalt produced by Kokosing Materials, Inc. using aggregate from the Olen Corporation. About half of the cost of this project was donated by Kokosing Construction. Thanks to all of those who made completion of this unique and memorable project possible.

Stand Up for Better Health

Did you know that the effects of a sedentary lifestyle are being compared to smoking? Long-term effects of smoking include cardiovascular disease among many other health conditions. Studies show that prolonged sitting leads to an increased risk of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, cancer, and even early death.

There are many occupations that require someone to sit in front of a computer for the majority of the day.

How can you fi ght this risk? Get up and move!!

Doctors say if you get up one time per hour and walk or stand for approximately three minutes it has a positive result. You can continue to work while you are doing this, you are just changing your position.

Exercise is still very important. Everyone thinks that you have to exercise a phenomenal amount of time per week to

have any impact on your health.

Truthfully, all you need to do is take a brisk walk for 30 minutes a day. . . . this can even be at intervals of 10 minutes, 3 times per day. That’s easy enough, right? The best thing you can do is just move!!

Challenge a friend through use of a FitBit or other technology for most steps

in a day. Just make it fun!

We can all agree, it is important for each of us to maintain good health for our family, for our

friends, for our co-workers. . . for ourselves!!


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Environmental MinuteKyle TocheffThe fall season brings all sorts of new beginnings. Kids start a new school year, football season begins, and we welcome back bonfi res, hay rides, pumpkin spiced fl avors and apple cider. Fall also marks the environment’s transition from summer to winter. Temperatures cool, leaves fall, and days shorten as we look forward to winter. As we experience this seasonal transition, there are many fall-specifi c ways we can consider our environment.

As the days shorten, we naturally turn our lights on earlier and leave them on more throughout the day. Lighting accounts for about a quarter of all electricity consumed in the U.S. CFL bulbs, programmable timers, and simply turning off lights when you leave a room are easy ways to reduce your energy consumption on lighting.

Houses are emptier when kids go back to school in the fall. A new school year brings new opportunities to conserve energy and save money on utility bills.

Kids can help: Kids often discuss environmental topics at school. Brainstorm with them about ways they can help the environment at home and at school. This will help as these topics come up in class. Whether it’s picking up trash, recycling, or turning off lights and faucets, they can absolutely make an impact too.

Temperature control: Consider increasing your temperature a few degrees with fewer people home during the day. You can save 4%-8% on cooling costs with each degree increased. As winter arrives, reverse the process so your home is cooler during the day and warmer at night. You can also adjust the temperature at night when everyone is asleep to use less energy.

Make smart use of your fridge: When packing the kids’ lunches, take out all of the food you need and shut the fridge door. Keeping the door open or constantly opening and closing it take out and put things back forces your fridge to work harder and thus uses more energy.

Unplug unused devices: With the kids at school, many household gadgets may not be in use. Many cannot truly be turned off without being unplugged. They draw standby power 24 hours a day if they’re plugged in whether they’re “on” or “off”. Some of these devices include cable/satellite boxes, DVR/DVD players, mp3 players, cell phones, tablets, laptops, and video game consoles. These “energy vampires” can account for 5%-10% of your total household energy consumption. Use a surge protector and switch the surge protector off when these devices are not in use.

As temperatures begin to drop, consider these inexpensive ways to prepare your

home for the upcoming winter. These simple solutions will help reduce your energy consumption and some are much easier to tackle in the fall before it gets too cold.

Cover your window air conditioner: If you can’t remove your window AC unit, consider covering it inside and out. Besides protecting the air conditioner, this will help keep cold air from entering your home through the space around the unit and can be a great way to lower utility bills.

Block drafts: Draft blockers are foam plates that fi t behind light switches and electrical outlets to reduce drafts and enter through those spaces. You can get a packet of 10 for about $3 and they’re easy to install with only a screwdriver.

Caulk it: Small spaces and gaps around windows and pipes and wires entering the home create energy wasting drafts that can cut the effi ciency of your heating system. Caulk these gaps to reduce these drafts.

Perform regular maintenance: If you have a forced air furnace, make sure to clean or replace the furnace fi lter about once a month. Also consider having the furnace professionally cleaned and tuned once a year.

As we trade mowing grass for raking leaves this season, think about these tips and other ways we can be more energy conscious. Get the whole family involved. Small adjustments in our daily routines this season can make a big impact.

AtticSee ceiling joists? Add insulation. Additional 3-12” can cut heating costs by 20% & cooling costs by 10%.

Home Offi cePlug multiple electronics into a power strip with a timer.

Living RoomAdjust temps. 10-15 degrees while away or sleeping.

GarageInstall weather striping around the doors & insulate the walls.

Install foam outlet gaskets & spring

loaded outlet covers to reduce

drafts.

KitchenMove oven rack closer to heating unit to cut cooking time up to 20%.

BedroomSet ceiling fan direction clockwise in winter to draw up cold air.

BathroomTake 10 minute max. showers & use a low-fl ow shower head.

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BasementChange your furnace fi lter every 4-6 weeks.

Save Energyin Every Room


Kokosing Employee Events

Beautiful weather, beautiful course, good friends, good fun! Another great golf outing! Here are the highlights from the 2015 Kokosing Employee Golf Outing:

LOW SCORE: -13 Amy Volz Matt McCarthy Troy Hargis Aaron TongThis team also won two of the four skins for the round with eagles on Holes 6 and 16.

LOW FRONT NINE: 30 Andy Mollenkamp Steve Hoon Corey Brown Ron Riley

LOW BACK NINE: 30 Brian Dreibelbis Chuck Hoffner Ryan Bodenhorn Brian Stout

This team also won a skin with an eagle on Hole 10.

The fi nal skin went to the team of Rodney Pew, Mason Pew, Todd McMorris, and Joe Scott with a birdie on hole 18.

Longest Drive Women - Hole 13 ............. Dianne Green

Longest Drive Men - Hole 7 ..................... Matt Brenner

Longest Drive Men Hole - 13 ................... Aaron Tong

Closest to the Pin Hole - 9 ....................... Brian Burgett

Closest to the Pin Hole - 12 ..................... Ryan Bodenhorn

Longest Putt Hole - 8 ............................... Cody Smith

Longest Putt Hole - 18 ............................. Roger Martin

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Golf Outing


Not so beautiful weather, challenging course, good friends, good fun! Another great clay shoot! Here are some highlights from the September 12, 2015 Kokosing Employee Sporting Clay Shoot:

HIGH SCORE OVERALL - 278 Erik Reish George Mason Cathy Baker Steve Baker

This team was also the 2014 winner.

SECOND PLACE - 274 Dane Wolf Drew Phillips Caleb Smith Joe Scott

This team was also the Second Place team in 2014.

TOP GUNErik Reish

93/100 clays

A 20-clay fl urry shoot was held between these two teams. Dane Wolf and Drew Phillips of Team Form Shop won with 9 out of 20 clays. Erik Reish and Steve Baker had 7 out of 20 clays. There seems to be a rivalry brewing!!!

A raffl e was held at the golf outing and clay shoot events. The winners choose the charitable organization to receive the money collected. The golf outing raffl e, with the winner receiving a Kokosing logoed golf bag, was Mary Blue. The clay shoot raffl e winner was Erik Reish who received a $150 gift card to Cabela’s.

Collectively our sports enthusiasts raised $1,395. Mary and Erik both donated the money to Jeff and Kimberley Hartman’s niece Madison Smallwood. We all wish the best for Madison and her family during her fi ght.

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Safety 24/7 First Aid Crossword

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Down2. Be prepared for the _____4. Used on small cuts5. When climbing a ladder use this many points of contact7. The fl ow of blood can be restricted if a bandage is too _____8. Pinch the nostrils shut with your fi ngers for 10 minutes for one of these10. By feeling this you can tell the heart rate and rhythm11. Gases in the air that can be toxic13. Caused by an object stuck in the throat15. Clear away furniture/obstacles and call 911 if someone is having one of these16. Apply a cold compress to minor bumps to the ______17. Apply this to help stop bleeding18. Seek medical help for electrical and ______ burns19. Brain cells are unable to survive for more than a few of these without a supply of oxygen23. Water should be this when used in the treatment of frostbite25. This element constitutes 21% of all the air we breathe in28. Do this before you start every morning to prevent strains and sprains29. For cuts and scrapes, apply this type of ointment after you’ve cleaned the wound30. These carry blood to the heart32. To protect your hands, wear these35. Keep the type of injury under cool running water until the pain stops36. Always wear the proper Personal ____ Equipment37. Caused by very hot liquid coming into contact with the skin

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New Arrivals Congratulations to the following families on their new additions.

Matt and Kelsey Puster on the birth of their daughter, Al l ison Luci l le Puster, on July 25, 2015. Allison weighed 12 lbs. 9 oz. and was 21” long. Matt is an Operator with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 2000.

Ryan and Ann Cocco on the birth of their son, Michael McQuaide Cocco, on October 2, 2015. Michael weighed 8 lbs. 2 oz. and was 20.75” long. Ryan is a Project Manager with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 2004.

Matthew and Molly Levacy on the birth of their daughter, Tenley Mae Levacy, on September 24, 2015. Tenley weighed 7 lbs. 11 oz. and was 20” long. Matthew is an Operator with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 2007.

Chuck and Pam McNeil on the birth of their granddaughter, Tyler Nicole Messer, on October 7, 2015. Tyler weighed 6 lbs. 3 oz. and was 18.5” long. Chuck was an Operator with Kokosing Construction from 1987 until his retirement in 2010. Pam is a Contract Administrator with Kokosing Construction at the Mansfi eld Highway offi ce. She has been with Kokosing since 1988.

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Matt and Rebecca Middlemas on the birth of their daughter, Ella Elizabeth Middlemas, on July 5, 2015. Ella weighed 5 lbs. 11 oz. and was 18” long. Matt is a Safety Specialist with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 2011.

Eric and Vickie Willey on the birth of their seventh grandchild, Eugene Paul Willey, on June 25, 2015. Eugene weighed 7 lbs. 14 oz. and was 20.5” long. Eric is a Project Superintendent with Kokosing Industrial and has been with Kokosing since 1984.

Matt and Ashlie Cobb on the birth of their son, Colt Maison Cobb, on August 23, 2015. Colt weighed 7 lbs. 4 oz. and was 22.5” long. Matt has been an Electrical Engineer with McGraw/Kokosing since 2013. Colt’s grandparents are Jeff and Dena Miller. Jeff is a Senior Project Manager with McGraw/Kokosing and has been with the company since 1999. Dena has been a Field Secretary with Kokosing Industrial since 2012.

Steve and Cathy Baker on the birth of their grandson, Gordon Julius Karocki, on July 8, 2015. Gordon weighed 8 lbs. 11 oz. and was 22” long. Steve is a Project Manager with Kokosing Industrial and has been with Kokosing since 1987. Cathy is in Document Controls with Kokosing Industrial in the Westerville offi ce and has been with Kokosing since 2006.

Adam and Meagan Tener on the birth of their son, Austin Darrell Tener, on August 21, 2015. Austin weighed 10 lbs. 12 oz. and was 22” long. Adam is a Safety Specialist and Meagan is the Senior Human Resource Generalist. They are both with Kokosing Industrial and have been with Kokosing since 2006.

Ty and Molly Doyle on the birth of their son, Grady Michael Doyle, on September 15, 2015. Grady weighed 10 lbs. 10 oz. and was 22” long. Ty and Molly both work with Kokosing Construction. Ty is a Trade Superintendent and has been with Kokosing since 2004. Molly is a Field Engineer/Estimator and has been with Kokosing since 2012. Grady’s grandfather is Steve Doyle. Steve is a Project Superintendent and has been with Kokosing Construction since 1983.


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Crossword Answers

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Hoot Owl Submissions

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The Hoot Owl is a magazine issued by Kokosing, Inc. To see past issues, visit Kokosing’s website at: kokosing.biz/company/newsletters

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Hoot Owl Archives

On May 20, 1988, Kokosing received an urgent plea from ODOT to complete Phase 1 of Protect 114(88) in Delaware County ten days earlier than scheduled in time for the Memorial Day weekend traffi c.

To accomplish this seemingly impossible task, Kokosing paved 4.5 miles of a 39’ wide roadway with 6.5” of asphalt totaling 37,759 tons in six straight days of production.

A new Kokosing asphalt paving record was set on May 24, 1988 when Kokosing crews produced and placed 10,078 tons of asphalt in one day. At 10:00 a.m. on May 27th, the roadway was opened to traffi c to accommodate the heavy holiday traffi c.

The crews of Kokosing Asphalt Paving Division and Kokosing Materials, Inc. can jointly be proud of their accomplishment.

Originally published in the June, 1988 Hoot Owl

IR 71 Crew Places Record Tonnage

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Down2. unexpected4. bandaid5. three7. tight8. nosebleed10. pulse11. fumes13. choking15. seizures16. head17. pressure18. chemical19. minutes23. warm25. oxygen28. stretch29. antibiotic30. veins32. gloves35. burn36. Protective37. scald


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PIMCO EME MARKETS LOCAL BOND INST .................

DIAMOND HILL LARGE CAP ..........................................

MAINSTAY LARGE CAP GROWTH INST ........................

DFA US TARGETED VALUE INST ...................................

LORD ABBETT DEVELOPING GROWTH INST ..............

VANGUARD 500 INDEX FUND ........................................

DODGE & COX INTERNATIONAL STOCK ......................

AMERICAN FUNDS EUROPACIFIC R6 ...........................

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0.69%

-0.90%

-15.63%

-6.44%

-2.20%

-7.58%

-7.14%

-5.30%

-12.09%

-3.36%

3.10%

-15.22%

-5.10%

-6.65%

ODOT 0448(15), MOT IR 75 & US 35 Interchange: Kokosing @ $11,033,091.33 Eagle Bridge Co. - 2nd @ $11,778,118.80

ODOT 0458(15), Knox SR 205/SR 514: Kokosing @ $3,798,718.15

I-77 Race Track Bridge DB: Kokosing @ $3,237,248.82 Triton Construction - 2nd @ $3,922,300.00

ODOT 0476(15), Knox US 36/SR 314: Kokosing @ $2,496,654.73

ODOT 0514(15), Franklin US 33: Kokosing @ $2,159,831.87 Shelly Co. - 2nd @ $2,289,803.13

ODOT 0415(15), Richland SR 39/61/96: Kokosing @ $1,698,462.85 Shelly & Sands - 2nd @ $1,738,630.96

ODOT 0522(15), Richland SR 314: Kokosing @ $1,540,266.72 Shelly & Sands - 2nd @ $1,646,690.13

ODOT 0516(15), Hardin SR 309: Kokosing @ $1,490,533.03 Shelly Co. - 2nd @ $1,519,699.26

ODOT 0525(15), Wyandot SR 53/67/587: Kokosing @ $1,280,012.10 Shelly Co. - 2nd @ $1,345,172.60

Holmes Co. Commissioners CR 140/TR 420 Kokosing @ $405,489.00 Berlin Contractors - 2nd @ $421,500.00

City of Elyria, Resurfacing of Lake Ave. from Oak St. to SR 113: Kokosing @ $293,039.15 Precision Paving - 2nd @ $293,512.35

Charles Mill, West Shore Road Improvements, Muskingum Watershed Conservancy: Kokosing @ $243,566.00

Alum Creek Pump Station Improvements: Kokosing @ $9,775,000.00

Successful Bids


KOKOSING INDUSTRIAL

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Bid Schedule

November 11/05 ODOT153045, DEL-Gemini Parkway Ext. 11/05 ODOT 150557, Ashland SR 89 11/05 ODOT 150571, Richland SR 13 11/05 ODOT 150582, Lorain SR 58 11/11 Cuyahoga County Pedestrian Bridge DB


KOKOSING INDUSTRIALNovember 11/6 Euclid Headworks B EQ Basin 11/11 AEP Yager 138kV Station 11/24 Westview WWTP 11/24 Westview Raw Water Intake

Hoot Owl April - June 2015

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P.O. Box 226 Fredericktown, Ohio 43019-0226P O B 226

Invitations will be sent to retirees and active employees who have worked at least 500 hours from 1/16 - 8/16.

SAVE DATEFOR THE CELEBRATION OF

AUGUST 13, 2016

FAIRFIELD COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, LANCASTER, OH

KOKOSING’S 65TH ANNIVERSARY

THE


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