HAPPY BELATED VALENTIES DAY from your ASCE SunCoast Branch! This month we have a lot to look forward to with Engineers Week next week and our Winter Social NEXT FRIDAY! We have continued our tradition of the Winter Social aboard the LeBarge Sunset Cruise, sponsored by PBS&J, and invite you to come join us! This is a great time to socialize with your colleagues and to introduce them to your family and friends. Please make sure you RSVP immediately as we can only allow up to 120 guests. Registration is open to ANYONE who wants to eat, drink, and enjoy live entertainment for only $10! We are also in need of sponsors to help offset the cost of the cruise. For RSVP’s please email asce.suncoast@gmail.com (Subject: LEBARGE RSVP) and for Sponsorships, please email our Vice President, Amjid Hussain, P.E. at ahussain@scgov.net (Subject: LEBARGE SPONSORSHIP).

This month we also have 2 new officers to introduce to you. Yes, you read it correctly….2 new officers! Our current Secretary, Sam Smith, E.I. has stepped down from her role as she just accepted a full time position in Tampa. We are sad to see her go, but feel it is in the best interest of the Branch to have someone local.

We were fortunate to have four really great candidates step forward with an interest in filling the vacancies, but unfortunately we only have two positions to fill. Your newly appointed officers are Melanie “Delehanty” Smith, E.I. as your new Secretary, and Kim Clayback, P.E. as your new Treasurer.

Melanie has been a member of our SunCoast Branch since 2007 after graduating from the University of Florida with a BS in Civil Engineering. She came back to her hometown of Venice after college and began working with the Land Development Group of WilsonMiller Stantec on various Residential, Commercial, and Mixed Use projects. She is still considered a “Newlywed” as she got married about 1 year ago to Jared Smith. In her spare time, Melanie enjoys playing soccer and is very active in the community as a soccer coach for a couple of girls’ teams in Venice.

Kim has recently moved to the area from Tampa where she grew up and raised her children (both in college now). Engineering is a second career for her after working for Maas Brothers / Burdines / Macys for 20 Years. She went back to school in 2003 and received her MS degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering in 2006 from the University of South Florida. Upon graduation, Kim has been practicing Water Resources Engineering with Jones Edmunds and passed her PE last year! Now that her kids are in college, she plans to spend her free time on her own interests and hobbies.

This month we have also nailed down a date and location of our Annual Charity Golf Tournament. Please mark your calendars for Friday, May 20th. The tournament will be held at the Legacy Golf and Country Club in Lakewood Ranch. More details will be provided next month.

Lastly, we would like to invite you to our monthly luncheon this Thursday, February 17th at the Dutch Heritage. Our guest speaker is Jon Cole, P.E., President of Giffels-Webster Engineers in Englewood. He plans to show a Power-Point Presentation that is a result of his and many others’ research into the Physics and Scientific Evidence of 9/11. Please RSVP to asce.suncoast@gmail.com (Subject: LUNCH RSVP).

Thank you for your continued support. Don’t forget to RSVP for the Luncheon and the LeBarge Cruise!

Sincerely,

Sonya Fronckowiak ASCE SunCoast Branch President

After another long year of hard work it is time to celebrate. Please help us make this year’s

winter social a success by participating in our corporate sponsorship program. This year’s

winter social will be a cruise aboard the LeBarge on February 25th. Sponsors will be

recognized in the monthly newsletter as well as posted signage aboard the LeBarge Cruise.

Please submit sponsorship information by Wednesday, February 16, 2011!

THANK YOU!

SPONSOR INFORMATION

NAME:____________________________________________________________________

ORGANIZATION:____________________________________________________________

ADDRESS:_________________________________________________________________

CITY:______________________________ STATE:___________________ ZIP:_________

TELEPHONE: (____)______________________ EMAIL:____________________________

SPONSORS AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE:________________________________________

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

LEVEL:_________________ NAME:___________________________________

Amount Enclosed: $________________

Sponsors: Please email or include your organization logo on disk for use in media publications. Please send the

file in two of the following graphic formats to minimize any problems we may encounter:

*.TIF, *.JPG, *.WMF, *.BMP, *.GIF

Please makes checks payable to: ASCE Suncoast Branch

Send check, sponsor form and graphic to: ASCE Suncoast Branch, c/o Amjid Hussain

Sarasota County Public Works, 1001 Sarasota Center Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34240

For more infromation please contact Amjid Hussain, P.E., Vice President ASCE SunCoast Branch

(941) 861-0750 or ahussain@scgov.net

ASCE SunCoast Branch

4th Annual Winter Social Aboard the LeBarge Sponsorship Program

SELECT SPONSOR

LEVEL NAME AVAILABLE DONATION SPONSOR BENEFITS

PBS& J PLATINUM Cruise Sponsor 0 $600

� Name/Logo on registration table

banner which the company can keep after the cruise

� Name/Logo on all sponsorship signs

throughout the boat � Full-page advertisement in newsletter

for 6 months � 4 guests entries

DIAMOND Beverage Sponsor 2 $300

� Name/Logo on signs located at bars

� Half-page advertisement in newsletter

for 6 months

� 2 guests entries

1.SCHEDA GOLD Food

Sponsor 1 $200

� Name/Logo on signs located at buffet � 1 guest entry

1.HDR 2.Hazen &

Sawyer SILVER Entertainment

Sponsor 0 $100

� Name/Logo on sign located at singer

� 1 guest entry

1.Gemini Marine BRONZE Boarding

Sponsor 9 $50 � Logo/Name on sign at boarding ramp

Lunch Anyone?

February Luncheon Details:

ASCE February lunch meeting will feature Jonathan Cole, P.E, President of Giffels-Webster Engineers as a guest speaker. Here are the meeting details:

When: Thursday, February 17, 2011 at noon. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m.

Where: Dutch Heritage at 3713 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota.

Topic: The Physics and Scientific Evidence of 9/11

Cost: $15/person.

RSVP: Samantha Smith at asce.suncoast@gmail.com by Feb. 15th.

Jon’s Bio:

Jonathan Cole is a professional engineer and is the President of Giffels-Webster Engineers in

Englewood. He graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1979. He has been working as

an engineer for over 25 years with civil, utility, structural and construction experience. Jon

moved to Florida in 1985, and was the County’s on site representative for the Charlotte county

stadium construction in 1986-87. Since then, he moved into private practice in the local area.

Topic:

Three years ago, Jon became interested in the details of the structural collapses of the twin

towers on 9/11 as a hobby. He has written papers and produced experimental videos to

demonstrate certain elements of the collapse sequence using fundamental laws of physics. He

has created a power point presentation as a result of his and many others research into the

Physics and scientific evidence of 9/11, and plans to present it to us on February 17th

during our

luncheon.

What is E-week?

National Engineers Week is a celebration of the engineering profession and it’s accomplishments in conjunction with the birthday of one of our founding fathers and first U.S. President George Washington, who is also considered to be the nation’s first engineer. The week is celebrated with the Engineering community hosting events that feature math, science, and technology as well as raise awareness about the Engineering Profession. Meet your local Engineering community: American Public Works Association (APWA) – Originally chartered in 1937, APWA is the largest and oldest organization of its kind in the world, with 64 chapters throughout North America. APWA provides a forum in which public works professionals can exchange ideas, improve professional competency, increase the performance of their agencies and companies, and bring important public works-related topics to public attention in local, state and federal arenas. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) – Founded in 1852, ASCE represents more than 140,000 members of the civil engineering profession worldwide and is America’s oldest national engineering society. ASCE’s Mission is to provide essential value to our members and partners, advance civil engineering, and serve the public good. American Water Works Association (AWWA) – Founded in 1881, AWWA is the authoritative resource on safe water, with more than 60,000 members worldwide sharing knowledge on water resource development, water and wastewater treatment technology, water storage and distribution, and utility management and operations. Florida Engineering Society (FES) – FES Mission supports engineering education, advocates licensure, promotes the ethical and competent practice of engineering and enhances the image and well-being of all engineers in the state of Florida. The Myakka Chapter which covers Desoto, Manatee, and Sarasota County is 161 members strong. Florida Water Environment Association (FWEA) – FWEA is the Florida Member

Association of the international Water Environment Federation WEF. WEF is a not-for-

profit educational and technical organization of 40,000 water quality experts

worldwide. Committed to the preservation and enhancement of the global water

environment, WEF has Member Associations located in many countries

throughout the world. FWEA serves to educate the general public about

wastewater and other water quality issues.

We are proud to present the following activities for the 2011 E-week Event:

• Education Channel Engineering Broadcast

• E-week Proclamation and Kick-off

• Water Tasting Event

• Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

• K-12 Reach out & Engineer Appreciation Day!

• Toothpick Bridge Competition Please read through this E-week Bulletin for event information and sponsorship opportunities. For more information please contact:

Neirda Lafontant nlafontant@gapep.com (Chair)

Chris Sharek, P.E. rcsharek@pbsj.com (Co-Chair)

Alexander Boudreau, P.E. aboudrea@scgov.net (APWA)

Kristiana Dragash, E.I. kdragash@greeley-hansen.com (FWEA)

Angela Garland, P.E. agarland@gtseng.com (K-12 Reach Out)

Seton Katz, P.E. skatz@scgov.net (AWWA)

Samantha Smith, E.I. asce.suncoast@gmail.com (ASCE)

Monday February 21-26, 2011 Education Channel Engineering Broadcast

The Education Channel is a cable network that produces local, award-winning programs about our schools and our community in and around

Sarasota County. The educational cable access channel is available on Comcast 20 in Sarasota County, Verizon FiOs 33 across most of Florida, and via live stream on http://www.theedchannel.net/. Launched in October 1999, the channel broadcasts 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with a mission of student achievement. To that end, The Education Channel produces original programs that inform, educate and entertain concerning subjects that matter most to a community. In continuing with the mission of education and community The Education Channel will be broadcasting a special program featuring local Engineers in the community during E-week, February 20-26. This half hour special presentation will feature local engineers discussing the engineering profession as well Engineering Week activities. Please join us for this special original program because as they say at The Education Channel:

"You learn something new everyday on The Education Channel."

Tuesday February 22, 2011 E-week Proclamation Please join us for the official publication of Engineers Week through proclamation. Visit your local government website in Sarasota, Manatee, Desoto, & Charlotte County for date and time of broadcast. The Sarasota County broadcast will be on February 22, 2011 at approximately 9am. Please join the officers of your respected organization and your fellow Engineers in front of the Board of County Commissioners and the community to stand up and receive recognition for our profession. Let our voices be heard by showing up in numbers and filling every seat in the chamber to proclaim:

WHEREAS, engineers help design, construct and maintain the infrastructure and

facilities that contribute to a high quality of life for all residents of Florida; its growth depends

on engineers executing innovative, creative, high-quality solutions to technical problems; and

WHEREAS, the stated purposes of engineers are: To advance the public welfare,

promote the professional, social and economic interests of the engineering profession, and

stimulate and develop professional concepts among all engineers through education and in

practice; and

WHEREAS, members of the Florida Engineering Society, American Society of Civil

Engineers, American Water Works Association, American Public Works Association, Florida

Water Environment Association and the Florida Institute of Consulting Engineers are making

strides to interact with the engineering education sector to prepare future engineers to maintain

our economic leadership and quality of life, and it is fitting that we recognize and honor the

continuing contributions of America's engineers by observing Engineers Week with the motto:

“Engineers Make a World of Difference."

NOW, THEREFORE, WE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF

SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA do hereby proclaim the week of February 20-26, 2011 to be

ENGINEERS WEEK IN SARASOTA COUNTY

PRESENTED this twenty-second day of February 2011.

Tuesday February 22, 2011 E-Week Kick-off!!

Get Involved!

Please Join Us

Tuesday February 22, 2011

Sarasota Ale House

3800 Kenny Drive

5:30-7pm

Learn About E-Week Volunteer &

Sponsorship Opportunities!!

Come After Work!!!

Appetizers & Beverages Provided By

ASCE, FWEA, FES, AWWA, APWA

Presenting Sponsor Opportunity

Available!!

RSVP Requested But Not Required

socraplato@hotmail.com

Wednesday February 23, 2011 Water Tasting Event The American Water Works Association will be hosting its annual Water Tasting Competition. A water taste competition is a fun and exciting way to draw attention to the intricacies of delivering safe and great-tasting tap water. More Information Coming Soon!!!

Thursday February 24, 2011 Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

For the past ten years, women engineers have introduced more than one million girls and young women to engineering. More than just one day, Introduce a Girl to Engineering is a national movement that shows girls how creative and collaborative engineering is and how engineers are changing our world.

Sarasota, Desoto, & Manatee County Engineers will be celebrating Introduce a Girl to Engineer Day during E-week on Thursday February 24, 2011 by inviting 6th grade girls from various middle schools to tour a wastewater treatment plant, view a presentation on a fully converted electric vehicle and discuss the Engineering profession with local female engineers.

Friday February 25, K-12 Out Reach Engineering in Our Schools In keeping with the spirit of E-week local Engineers will be visiting various Elementary, Middle, & High Schools on Friday February 25, 2011. Choose one of our already prepared presentations for elementary, middle, or high schools and visit with students. Each presentation features hands on activity with an engineering concept. If you are an Engineer looking to make a world of difference by getting into our schools and speaking to future generations of Engineers please sponsor or make a presentation. For more information and sponsorship opportunities please contact Angela Garland at agarland@gtseng.com

Friday February 25, 2011 Engineer Appreciation Day!

WHAT BETTER WAY TO MEET OUR PUBLIC AND GET

RECOGNITION FOR OUR WORK AS ENGINEERS THAN

TO TAKE IT TO THE STREETS?! (WHICH WE

DESIGNED OF COURSE)

WHEN: Friday, February 25, 2011 From 3:30pm Until The ASCE Lebarge Sets Sail!

WHERE: The SW Corner Of US 41 And Gulfstream Ave/John Ringling Causeway

(By The “Unconditional Surrender” A.K.A. Kissing Statue) WHAT: We Will Be Holding Signs Encouraging The Public To Honk In Support Of

Engineers. Special Signs Will Be Provided: Ex: “Honk If You Like Potable Water!”

SO COME OUT, SHOW YOUR ENTHUSIASM

AND DEDICATION FOR YOUR PROFESSION AND SPREAD THE WORD! IT’LL BE A HOOT!

…OR HONK RATHER

Have ideas for cool signs? Want to hold a sign for your company???

Become a sponsor!

Contact: Kristiana Dragash kdragash@greeley-hansen.com

ASCE SunCoast Branch Winter ASCE SunCoast Branch Winter ASCE SunCoast Branch Winter ASCE SunCoast Branch Winter

Social Aboard the Social Aboard the Social Aboard the Social Aboard the

Le Barge Le Barge Le Barge Le Barge Sunset Sunset Sunset Sunset

Cruise Cruise Cruise Cruise

**SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE**

WHEN: February 25, 2010, Friday (During Engineer’s Week!)

DEPARTURE: Registration begins at 4:30 and cruise departs at 5:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Le Barge at Marina Jacks

COST: $10/person (Includes Drinks, Appetizer, and Entertainment)

DEADLINE: Registration Deadline is February 18.

RESERVATION*: Contact Samantha Smith at asce.suncoast@gmail.com or 941-773-9333 with the Subject as LEBARGE RSVP

We need sponsors to make this a event possible. Please contact Amjid Hussain at

asce.suncoast@gmail.com with the Subject as LEBARGE SPONSORSHIP or any

branch officer if your company is interested in becoming a Sponsor.

*Those that register and do not show-up will be responsible for reimbursing ASCE the full paid fee per reserved spot.

Cruise Sponsor:

Saturday February 26, 2010 Toothpick Bridge Competition

It is a great profession. There is the fascination of watching a figment of the imagination emerge through the aid of science to a plan on paper. Then it moves to realization in stone or metal or energy. Then it brings jobs and homes to men. Then it elevates the standards of living and adds to the comforts of life. That is the engineer's high privilege. Herbert Hoover

Thank you! & See You In 2012

The West Point Bridge Design Contest

Qualifying Round – Ending at Midnight on April 22, 2011Students can register for the West Point Bridge Design Contest by logging on to http://bridgecontest.usma.edu/login.htm using the following Contest Codes:

High School Division: SCFHScoreboard: http://bridgecontest.usma.edu/standings/local/scfh.htm

Middle School Division: SCFBScoreboard: http://bridgecontest.usma.edu/standings/local/scfb.htm

bridgecontest

Final Local Round – May 21, 2011• Top Six finalists from each division of the Qualifying Round will be invitedto compete in the final round (location TBD).• Prizes for each division are as follows:

1st Place - $300*2nd Place - $150*3rd Place - $75*

Final State Round – July 15, 2011• 1st Place finishers from each division of the Final Local Round will be invited to compete at the Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village, St. Augustine, FL• Prizes for each division are as follows:

1st Place - $1000*2nd Place - $300*3rd Place - $200*4th Place - $100*

*Prizes subject to change based on sponsorship

For more information visit http://branches.asce.org/suncoast/bridgecontest.html or contact:

Paula R. Wiggins, P.E., MBASarasota CountyPHONE: (941) 861-0769E-MAIL: pwiggins@scgov.net

Founded in 1852, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 144,000 members of the civil engineering profession worldwide and is America's oldest national engineering society.

ASCE's Mission Provide essential value to our members and partners, advance civil engineering, and serve the public good. In carrying out that mission, ASCE:

• Advances technology • Encourages lifelong learning • Promotes professionalism and the profession • Develops civil engineer leaders • Advocates infrastructure and environmental stewardship

Scholarship Eligibility Form 7/15/2010 http://branches.asce.org/suncoast

ASCE Scholarship Committee c/o Tim Foushee, PE Ayres Associates 2601 Cattlemen Road, Suite 104 Sarasota, FL 34232

One complete application package containing one original of all items listed above must be postmarked by April 1st, 2011. All items must be collected by the applicant and sent to the scholarship chairperson as one complete application package. Application packages missing any of the above items (except for “proof of acceptance” as noted above) will not be considered. For additional information please contact Tim Foushee, PE, ASCE SunCoast Branch Scholarship Chairperson, at 941-3430532 or email at fousheet@ayresassociates.com. Send completed packages to:

Application Procedure:

� Have a permanent residence within the SunCoast Branch Area (Sarasota, Manatee, DeSoto, and Hardee Counties). � Have submitted a complete application (see reverse side). � Minimum GPA of 3.0 � Have submitted a typed, 250 word personal essay on why the applicant wants to become a civil engineer. The essay

shall be no more than 500 words and should highlight any long term goals and plans. � Copy of the applicant’s most recent High School transcript. � Proof of acceptance to a college or university with an ABET accredited engineering program (if not available at time

of application, the application will be accepted without this item; however, the scholarship committee may request that this be provided prior to awarding of the scholarship).

The scholarship is available to students pursuing an education in the field of civil engineering. The successful candidate will encompass the following qualities:

As part of ASCE’s devotion to advancing professional knowledge, the ASCE SunCoast Branch is proud to offer the ASCE SunCoast Branch High School Scholarship. Up to $500 will be granted for one year (two semesters). The scholarship is renewable, at the discretion of the ASCE SunCoast Branch, based upon continued academic achievement, involvement in local or student ASCE chapters, and other factors. The amount of the scholarship awarded is dependent upon funds available. Scholarship funds are intended for tuition and tuition related expenses only.

Please list all requested information. Please type or print all responses.

Name:

Mailing Address:

Local Residence Phone: Email Address

Name and Address of High School:

High School GPA:

List any jobs that you have held. Please continue on a separate sheet of paper if required.

Employer: Dates: Hrs/Wk

Work Duties:

1. (Committed)

2. (Possible)

3. (Possible)

Please list your most recent school and community activities in the order of interest to you.

Activity: Dates: Hrs/Wk

Your Involvement:

Activity: Dates : Hrs/Wk

Your Involvement:

List special honors or awards received. Please continue on a separate sheet of paper if required.

Award: Date:

Award: Date:

I hereby state that all information and essays contained within this application packet are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and represent my own work.

Signature Date

Affirmation

Personal information

Work History

Academic and Community Activities

Honors

College Information

Include your most significant contributions. Do not include activities listed in your work history. Please continue on a separate sheet of paper if required.

http://branches.asce.org/suncoast

ASCE SunCoast BranchHigh School Scholarship

Application Form

List the colleges or universities to which you have applied or been accepted. If accepted, provide a copy of the acceptance letter with the application. If acceptance status is unknown at the time of application, the scholarship committee may request that a copy of the acceptance letter be provided prior to awarding the scholarship. If you have already committed to attending a particular college, line one is reserved for the name of that school. Please continue on a separate sheet of paper if required.

Scholarship Application Form 11/01/06

Founded in 1852, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 144,000 members of the civil engineering profession worldwide and is America's oldest national engineering society.

ASCE's Mission Provide essential value to our members and partners, advance civil engineering, and serve the public good. In carrying out that mission, ASCE:

• Advances technology • Encourages lifelong learning • Promotes professionalism and the profession • Develops civil engineer leaders • Advocates infrastructure and environmental stewardship

ASCE Scholarship Committee c/o Tim Foushee, PE Ayres Associates 2601 Cattlemen Road, Suite 104 Sarasota, FL 34232

Application Procedure:

One complete application package containing one original of all items listed above must be postmarked by April 1st, 2011. All items must be collected by the applicant and sent to the scholarship chairperson as one complete application package. Application packages missing any of the above items will not be considered. For additional information please contact Tim Foushee, PE, ASCE SunCoast Branch Scholarship Chairperson, at 941-343-0532 or email at fousheet@ayresassociates.com. Send completed packages to:

Scholarship Eligibility Form 7/15/2010 http://branches.asce.org/suncoast

As part of ASCE’s devotion to advancing professional knowledge, the ASCE SunCoast Branch is proud to offer the ASCE SunCoast Branch Civil Engineering Scholarship. Up to $1000 will be granted for one year (two semesters). The scholarship is renewable, at the discretion of the ASCE SunCoast Branch, based upon continued academic achievement, involvement in local or student ASCE chapters, and other factors. The amount of the scholarship awarded is dependent upon funds available. Scholarship funds are intended for tuition and tuition related expenses only.

� Have a permanent residence within the SunCoast Branch Area (Sarasota, Manatee, DeSoto, and Hardee Counties). � Have submitted a complete application (see reverse side). � Have completed 30 hours of college level classes. At a minimum, the 30 hours of credits is to include Calculus I and

at least one technical/engineering class. � Minimum GPA of 2.5 � Have submitted a typed, 250 word personal essay on why the applicant should receive this scholarship. The essay

shall be no more than 500 words and shall highlight why the applicant chose to become a civil engineer, any specific ASCE Chapter involvement, and long term goals and plans.

� Copy of the applicant’s most recent college transcript. � Proof of enrollment for the upcoming semester (i.e., tuition bill, class schedule, acceptance of transfer letter, etc).

The scholarship is available to students pursuing an education in the field of civil engineering. The successful candidate will encompass the following qualities:

Please list all requested information. Please type or print all responses.

Name: ASCE MEMBER #

SunCoast BranchMailing Address:(REQUIRED)

Local Residence Phone: School Residence Phone:

Email Address

Name of college attending: GPA: based on credit hours

List any jobs that you have held since entering college. Please continue on a separate sheet of paper if required.

Employer: Dates: Hrs/Wk

Work Duties:

Employer: Dates: Hrs/Wk

Work Duties:

Please list your most recent college and community activities in the order of interest to you. List your most significant contributions. Do not include activities listed in your work history.

Activity: Dates: Hrs/Wk

Your Involvement:

Activity: Dates : Hrs/Wk

Your Involvement:

List all special honors or awards received since entering college.

Award: Date:

Award: Date:

I hereby state that all information and essays contained within this application packet are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and represent my own work.

Signature Date

Affirmation

Personal information

Work History

Academic and Community Activities

Honors

ASCE SunCoast Branch

Civil Engineering Scholarship

Application Formhttp://branches.asce.org/suncoast

Scholarship Application Form 6/23/01