Masonry Magazine May 2007 Page. 18
Contractor to Contractor
"There's a lot to like about MCAA."
products. For example, lightweight block, texture and finishes, artificial products, stamped concrete, etc.
Masonry: What do you feel are the most critical issues you'll face with future government regulations?
Evenson: The government is always a pain in the neck with its new laws and restrictions. Half the time they are already being carried out, the other half of the time it does not pertain to anything.
Masonry: Which group do you feel has a bigger impact on masonry's future: architects, engineers or general contractors?
Evenson: No doubt: the architects. They play the biggest role in design and cost. Engineers are sometimes a debit for us to deal with, with all of the rebar lap embeds, etc., they expect. And for most general contractors, they will take masonry off their project if it benefits them in the slightest.
Masonry: What do you like most about being a member of the MCAA?
Evenson: There's a lot to like about MCAA. Their education library is good and growing every day. Their training programs and lobbying will pay off. Their help with fighting OSHA is a big thing. The conventions are good, and Masonry magazine is great-it has lots o information.
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