Activity/Organization updates

MGEC members have a strong presence in almost all lines of business the State of Minnesota runs.  In the spirit of having a stronger recognition of the totality and nuance of our work, we want to take a moment to note the work of our Military Affairs group. Primarily located within the Design and Project Management area at Camp Ripley, there are also a couple of MGEC folks at the Air National Guard bases in Duluth and MSP.  Our function is to provide land survey, design, and project management services for the maintenance of existing National Guard military facilities in Minnesota as well ... Read More >>

As we continue to readjust our work lives coming out of COVID, MGEC is restarting our Lunch with MGEC meetings. We want to visit our member’s worksites so that we can reconnect and introduce new staff - in person!  The visits will include some pizza (or other local favorite) and a chance to connect about your concerns and issues. To be inclusive, we hope those meetings, while in person, can also include those attending through the virtual environment. We hope that the MGEC Representatives, will contact us so we can develop a plan to establish which locations we are going to and when.  We ... Read More >>

MGEC members were able to get some sun, compete for golf prizes, and participate in the Annual Meeting & Dinner on Thursday, September 29th.  Held at Oak Marsh Golf Course, the event offered a much-welcomed recreational opportunity for MGECers to reconnect with each other in person – the first such opportunity since COVID. Sponsored by WSB and Hiway Credit Union, the shotgun-start golf event brought out foursomes from different parts of Minnesota, competing against each other but all united by the MGEC labor agreement.  Awards for play were given to… results here. MGEC is very proud ... Read More >>

The election ballot was approved at the September 26 board meeting. Thank you to the full members who have dedicated their time by submitting a candidate form and stepping up to work on behalf of the MGEC members. Now is a great time to review the candidates before the election ballot is sent out. Ballots will be sent out to full members on October 23, 2022. The ballot will close at 4:30pm November 8th. Positions available: Vice President (3 year term: 1 year VP, 1 year President and 1 year Past President) Fernando Nacionales Secretary (2 year term) Benton Campbell 5 Director ... Read More >>

Thank you to all of the golfers that participated in our annual golf tournament. We were fortunate to have beautiful weather which contributed to the fun day everyone had. Events like this are a great opportunity to network, meet people (missed during COVID), and rejuvenate. Thank you to Hiway Credit Union and WSB for sponsoring the event. Here are how the teams fared for the day. ... Read More >>

Each year the MGEC Executive Board has positions open for the following year allowing half the board to turn over each year. Past board members usually comment that being on the board was educational, a good experience, and gave them broader exposure to their work world. The 2022 election for positions starting January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2024 is open. Be part of the bargaining process for the next contract. The election takes place the end of October or early November. Full members are encouraged to express interest to contact MGEC or call 651-774-0996 to ask questions. Nonmembers can sign ... Read More >>