Against the backdrop of one of the most challenging U.S. economies in decades, we welcome a new year and a new president this month. What does this mean for our industry? Only time will tell. Today we know our nation’s economy is not healthy and that fundamental changes are needed to restore confidence that our nation can get back onto a more sound footing before things can improve. I hope the new administration will benefit our economy and our industry, making our infrastructure a true priority with appropriate funding. That funding begins with budgeting appropriately for the tasks at hand






