UCF to Receive Endowment for School of Real Estate

The Central Florida chapter of the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, based in Orlando, announced a fundraising commitment to help the University of Central Florida establish an endowment for the development of a real-estate degree program within UCF's College of Business Administration.

Turner Construction Ranked Among Top 100 for Employee Development

Turner Construction, with offices in Miami, Orlando and Tampa, was named by Training Magazine as one of the top 100 learning companies. The firm was recognized for the business impact of its safety and compliance performance-based learning programs using active web-based instruction along with traditional training methods to enhance the performance of its employees and subcontractors.

Call-Before-You-Dig Number Gets Thumbs Up From AGC

The Associated General Contractors of America voiced its approval of 811, a national three-digit telephone number approved by the Federal Communications Commission to prevent construction mishaps and utilities damage during excavation. An AGC spokesperson said, "Soon homeowners and farmers, as well as contractors who work in multiple states will be able to make a call to locate underground facilities with less confusion and more efficiency."

ABC Installs New National Chairman-Elect

Jack Darnall with Brasfield & Gorrie of Birmingham, Ala., was sworn in as Associated Builders and Contractors' national chairman-elect during the association's recent national convention in Orlando. He joined the company in 1984 and has more than 20 years experience on healthcare projects.

New Website Addresses Stormwater Treatment and Management

StormwaterAuthority, based in Wilmot N.H., announced the launch of a new website - StormwaterAuthority.org. The Internet site provides information on stormwater regulations by state, best management practices and a library of papers and research by industry experts. The site is an updated version of Stormwater-Resources.com.