Welcome Friends! Welcome to the 2017 Greater Iowa Asphalt Conference (GIAC). To those of you attending your first GIAC, Welcome. You are

amongst friends. To those of you returning, welcome back friend. I want to thank all of you for taking time from your busy schedule

to come and learn, share your knowledge, and enjoy the camaraderie that makes Iowa’s asphalt industry unique.

The theme of the 2016 Greater Iowa Asphalt Conference is “Ever Forward.” This message is appropriate for all attending. We are

all constantly changing, improving, and growing in our own lives, our professional lives and as an industry. Enjoy the conference!

PLEASE HAVE A SAFE AND SUCCESSFUL 2017 CONSTRUCTION SEASON.

BILL ROSENER EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT ASPHALT PAVING ASSOCIAITON OF IOWA

VISIT THE GREATER IOWA ASPHALT CONFERENCE

EQUIPMENT SHOW IN THE EXHIBIT HALL

Exhibitors: Booth Number: 1 – Earthwave / Fleetwatch Technology 2 – Missouri Petroleum Products 3 – InstroTek 4 – Humboldt Mfg 5 – G.W. van Keppel 6 – 7 – Riverland Expressions 8 – Zydex, Inc. 9 – Ingevity 10 – Unique Paving Materials Corp. 11 – Asphalt Materials 12 – Logan Contractors Supply 13 – Iowa Plains Signing 14 – Troxler Electronic Laboratories 15 – CWMF Corp 16 – Testquip, Inc. 17 – Purple Wave Auction 18 – Corrective Asphalt Materials 19 – Coleman Moore Company 20 – National Minerals Corp.

21 – 22 – Pine Test Equipment, Inc. 23 – Iowa State University 24 – Stories for Tomorrow 25 – University of Iowa Sponsored spaces: A – Road Machinery & Supply B – Ziegler Inc. C – G. W. Van Keppel D – Tarmac International, Inc. E – Star Equipment, Ltd. F - -Astec, Inc. G - -Capital City Equipment H -

AIRPORT HOLIDAY INN | 6111 FLEUR DRIVE | DES MOINES, IA 50312

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1 – FRIDAY, MARCH 3, 2017

AIRPORT HOLIDAY INN, 6111 FLEUR DRIVE, DES MOINES, IA

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2017

11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration – Airport Holiday Inn, Fleur Drive, Des Moines, Iowa

1 - 4 p.m. Optional Pre-Conference Workshop: “ASPHALT 202 | Decision Matrix for Asphalt Design, Rehabilitation Analysis and Quality Construction” $125 per person – FREE for Greater Iowa Asphalt Conference registrants

1 - 4 p.m. Optional Pre-Conference Workshop: “SAFETY: Building the Smarter Highway Worker” $125 per person – FREE for Greater Iowa Asphalt Conference registrants

1 - 4 p.m. Optional Pre-Conference Workshop: “Iowa DOT Technicians’ Update” FREE to those needing to update their HMA Certification

4 –7 p.m. Working Man’s Break Sponsored by the APAI

THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2017

7:30 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast

9:00 a.m. Welcome and Opening Remarks – Bill Rosener, Executive Vice President, APAI “Building Tomorrow’s Leaders Today” – “Dozer” Dave Turin, Discovery Channel’s - Gold Rush

10:00 a.m. Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Area (Iowa Hall)

10:30 a.m. Des Moines Reconstruction Program – Full Depth Asphalt for Everyone – Dave Kamp, City of Des Moines What is TSMO? – Scott Marler, Iowa DOT How Thick Do We Really Need?- Scott Schram, Iowa DOT

12:00 p.m. APAI Smoothness Awards Luncheon (Banquet Room) Iowa DOT Update – Charlie Purcell, Iowa DOT

Scott Dockstader and Charlie Purcell, Iowa DOT, Award Presentation

1:30 p.m. Afternoon Breakout Sessions I

Track A Quality Asphalt Production

Track B Classic Rehabilitation Options for Cities / Counties

Track C Agency / Contractor Collaboration

Track D Leadership Series: Team Accountability for Results

3:00 p.m. Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Area (Iowa Room)

3:30 p.m. Afternoon Breakout Sessions II

Track A Building Full-Depth Asphalt Highways and Streets

Track B New Initiatives

Track C Life Cycle Cost Analysis / Alternate Bid

Track D Leadership Series: The Five Dysfunctions of Exemplary Teams

6:30 –9:00 p.m. Asphalt Vegas in the Exhibit Area (Exhibit Hall)

FRIDAY, MARCH 3, 2017

6:30 a.m. Conference Breakfast

7:45 a.m. Prize Drawing during Breakfast (must be present to win)

8:00 a.m.

Update on University of Iowa’s Asphalt Pavement Research - Dr. David Lee, U of I ISU Research - Dr. Chris Williams, ISU Portable Rumble Strip Report – Skylar Knickerbocker, INTRANS, ISU New Draft Portable Rumble Strip Spec – Willie Sorenson, Iowa DOT

9:45 a.m. Refreshment Break

10:00 a.m. Iowa’s Most Interesting Asphalt Projects

11:30 Grand Prize Drawings (must be present to win)

11:45 Adjourn

PRE – CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS

MODERATOR: OBJECTIVES: This class will build upon last year’s ASPHALT 101 class without losing those who may have not been able to

attend in 2016. Asphalt 202 will focus on identifying and rehabilitating pavement distresses with a focus on finding a balance between economic and structural needs. In addition, utilization of pavement design tools, pavement management programs and life-cycle cost analysis will be discussed. The final segment will examine trouble-shooting issues at the plant and on-the-grade with an emphasis on collaborative problem-solving. Class is designed for IDOT, City, County, and Consulting Engineers and Technicians. Contractors will find opportunities to learn here..

Asphalt 202 | Decision Matrix for Asphalt Design, Rehabilitation Analysis and Quality Construction Speakers:

Dr. Ashley Buss Renee White Ted Huisman INTENDED AUDIENCE: This session is intended for those who have a basic understanding

of asphalt and an underlying desire to learn more.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Pre-registration required; register online here. Fee is waived for GIAC registrants; $125 for

all others.

MODERATOR:

OBJECTIVES: This program is put together to bring to light the ways safety influences a project.

SAFETY Risk Tolerance: The Missing Piece, - Joe McGuire, Oldcastle Materials Group

Slip, Trip, Fall Simulator, Randy Chappell, Oldcastle Materials Group

TSMO, Improve Project Safety, Bonnie Castillo, Iowa DOT

Portable Rumble Strip Report, Skylar Knickerbocker, INTRANS, Iowa State University

New Safety Program Initiative, Clarence Richard, Clarence Richard Co.

APAI Safety Committee Meeting

INTENDED AUDIENCE: This class is intended for safety directors, consulting professionals and employees focusing on creating

a “culture of safety” in the workplace and on the jobsite. REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Pre-registration required; register online here. Fee is waived for GIAC registrants; $125 for

all others.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2017, 1-4 P.M. |HOLIDAY INN, AIRPORT, DES MOINES

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2017, 1-4:30 P.M. |HOLIDAY INN, AIRPORT, DES MOINES

ASPHALT 202 2017

SAFETY WORKSHOP 2017

GREATER IOWA ASPHALT CONFERENCE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2017

MARCH 1

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2017, 1-4 P.M. | HOLIDAY INN, AIRPORT, DES MOINES

2017 Iowa DOT Asphalt Technician’s Update

John Hinrichsen, DMACC

Those attending will receive the latest in printed materials and the instruction in what is expected from those employing the Iowa DOT QA and QC procedures in 2017.

Photo submitted by Mike Mathisen of Henningsen Construction, Inc.

IDOT TECHNICIAN’S UPDATE 2016

11:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. REGISTRATION OPEN 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS (Details above)

1:00-4:00 p.m. Pre-Conference Workshop

This break is a tribute to the working man. Surrounded by heavy equipment, food and friends; this is a great way to start the 2017 Greater Iowa Asphalt Conference!

DeWayne Heintz, L.L. Pelling Company, Presiding “Welcome My Friends” – Bill Rosener, Executive Vice President, APAI with Special Guest, Kyle Robberts, Stories for Tomorrow

“Building Tomorrow’s Leaders Today” “Dozer” Dave Turin, Discovery Channel’s “GOLD RUSH”

“What is TSMO?” – Dr. Scott Marler, Safety Director, Iowa DOT “Des Moines Reconstruction Program – Full Depth Asphalt for Everyone” – Dave Kamp, City of Des Moines “How Thick Do We Really Need?” – Dr. Scott Schram, Dist. 4 Engineer, Iowa DOT “Iowa DOT Update” – Charlie Purcell, Project Delivery Bureau Director, Iowa DOT Awards Presentation Charlie Purcell, Project Delivery Bureau Director, Iowa DOT and Scott Dockstader, District 1 - District Engineer, Iowa DOT

The annual APAI Smoothness Awards Program recognizes the highest quality asphalt paving projects in Iowa and the agency and contractor field personnel who had direct responsibility for paving these projects.

9:00 a.m. General Session

12:00 p.m. Smoothness Awards Luncheon

10:00 a.m. – Break, Visit Exhibitor Area

10:30 a.m. – General

Session continues

Continental Breakfast

4:00 P.M.: WORKING MAN’S BREAK

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Track B – New Initiatives

Track D – Leadership Series - Part II

Moderator: Alissa Wagner

“Building and Designing Quality Mixes”, Ted Huisman, consultant

“Safety at the Plant”- Clarence Richard, Clarence Richard Co.

Moderator: Jon Burgstrum

“Asphalt Interlayer: Iowa County Project” – Nick Amelon, Iowa County

“Cold-in-Place Recycling & Full-Depth Reclamation:

Exploring Alternative Additives” -Dan Schellhammer, Midstate Reclamation, Inc.

Moderator: Steve Rooney

“Partnering for Construction – Westbend Drive” – Eric Cowles, City of Ames and Brad Schwiebert, Manatts, Inc.

“University Avenue Major Overlay” – John Hagelie, City of Clive and Brian Beaird, Des Moines Asphalt & Paving

“Value Engineering of Subgrade Stabilized Sections with Mechanically Stabilized Layers” – Nick Nuttbrock, Tensar Corp.

Moderator: Brenda Boell

“Team Accountability for Results” – Dr. Tom Westbrook, Drake University

Building team capability, competence and confidence is a key for effective teamwork. Team Accountability for Results offers a systematic way for leaders to assist teams OWN and

complete tasks at the expected performance level. Numerous tactics are covered to help leaders launch new initiatives, follow-up on progress and close major projects.

Moderator: Jeff Schmitt

“City of Des Moines East Court Avenue Project” – Kevin Johnson, Grimes Asphalt and Paving Corp.

“Cerro Gordo B-35 Full Depth Asphalt Project” – Rex Ollenburg, Heartland Asphalt, Inc. “Building Perpetual Asphalt Streets” – Darwin Larson, APAI Moderator: Phil See

“Interlayer” – Scott Meier, Bremer Co. and Bryce Ogea, Heartland Asphalt, Inc.

“Highway 100 Initiatives: E-ticketing, Infrared (IR) Bar, Roller Mapping” – Scott Schram, Iowa DOT – District 4 and Lee Shepard, Iowa DOT

“Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM)” – Bob Khanna, Asphalt Materials

Moderator: TBA

“Alternate Bid in a Municipal Setting” - Dave Kapler, FOTH Engineering

“What’s Best for the Taxpayers” – Jay Waddingham, Franklin County

“Dubuque County Farley Road: Best Alternative Bidding” – Anthony Bardgett, Dubuque County

Moderator: TBA

“The Five Dysfunctions of Exemplary Teams” – Dr. Tom Westbrook, Drake University

Examines how, when and why some teams exceed performance expectations as well as how, when and why they don’t. Suggestions to ensure your teams are functional and exemplary are included during this interactive session. 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Hospitality Rooms Open

1:30 p.m. Concurrent Educational Session I

3:30 p.m. Concurrent

Educational Session II

6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Reception in the Exhibitor Hall with

Exhibitor Prize Giveaways

3:00 p.m. Break, Visit Exhibitor Area

Track D – Leadership Series - Part I

Track C – Life Cycle Cost Analysis / Alternate Bid

Track A – Building Full-Depth Asphalt Highways and Streets

Track B – Classic Rehabilitation Options for

Cities / Counties

Track C – Agency / Contractor Collaboration

Track A – Quality Asphalt Production

Moderator: TBA

“Update on University of Iowa’s Asphalt Pavement Research” - Dr. David Lee, University of Iowa

“Iowa State University Research” – Dr. Chris Williams, Iowa State University

“Cold Mixes” – Dr. Ashley Buss, Iowa State University

“Asphalt Rejuvenators” – Dr. Joe Podolsky, Iowa State University

“Portable Rumble Strip Report” - Skylar Knickerbocker, INTRANS, Iowa State University

“New Draft Portable Rumble Strip Spec” – Willy Sorenson, Iowa DOT

9:45 a.m. Refreshment Break

Photo submitted by Carley Downing, Des Moines Asphalt Paving Co.; An

Oldcastle Materials Group Company

Photo submitted by Colton Meirick, Heartland Asphalt ,Inc.

Moderator: TBA

MOST INTERESTING PROJECTS IN IOWA “Dallas County, FDR & Perpetual Pavement” – Andy Case, Dallas County and Bryan DeJong, Dallas County

“Clinton County Interlayer over Crack & Seat” – Scott Keuter, River City Paving and Todd Kinney, Clinton County

“Highway 100 Project” – Joel Gryp, L.L. Pelling Co. and John Vu, District 6, Iowa DOT.

Grand Finale and Major Prizes Giveaway 11:45 a.m. Conference Adjourns

8:00 a.m. Review of Asphalt Research - 2016

6:30-7:45 a.m. Continental

Breakfast

10:00 a.m. Closing General

Session

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Abbreviations Used FHWA – Federal Highway Administration ISU – Iowa State University DOT – Department of Transportation

PLANNING COMMITTEE Bill Rosener, APAI DeWayne Heintz, L.L Pelling Company Ben Behnami, Iowa DOT Brenda Boell, Iowa DOT Chris Brakke, Iowa DOT Jon Burgstrum, Scott County Eric Cowles, City of Ames

Royce J. Fichtner, Retired John Hinrichsen, Iowa DOT (retired) Bruce Jorgensen, Knife River Midwest LLC John Kida, Unique Paving Materials, Corp David Lee, University of Iowa Larry Mattusch, Retired Steve Rooney, Manatts, Inc. Jeff Schmitt, Iowa DOT Scott Schram, Iowa DOT Phil See, Norris Asphalt Paving Company Steve Sorenson, Martin Marietta Chris Williams, ISU/CCEEE

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT PROGRAM CONTENT For questions about program content, contact Asphalt Paving Association of Iowa at (515) 233-0015.

PARTICULARS The registration fee for the Greater Iowa Asphalt Conference is $260 if your registration is received on or before February 22, 2017. Registration is $290 on or after February 22 or on the day of the conference. Your registration fee includes all program materials, meals, and refreshment breaks. Register online at www.apai.net, or mail a copy of the completed registration with payment to the address shown on the back of this brochure.

For registration questions, call APAI at (515) 233-0015 or email apai@apai.net.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HOURS This conference has been planned in accordance with the criteria established by the ISBELSE for professional development hours (PDH's).

SPECIAL NEEDS If you need accommodations for a disability or a dietary restriction, call APAI at (515) 233-0015 or email apai@apai.net.

CHANGE IN PLANS If you cancel your registration before February 22, 2017, your full registration fee will be refunded less a $20 cancellation fee. No refunds will be made on or after February 22, 2017. If you cannot attend the conference, you may send a substitute. Call APAI at (515) 233-0015 prior to the conference, if you have a change in plans.

LODGING A special block of sleeping rooms has been reserved for conference participants at the Airport Holiday Inn for the evenings of March 1-2, 2017. Reservations should be made directly with the Airport Holiday Inn by calling 515-287-2400. Rooms are reserved at $96 (single) and $96 (double) plus tax. Callers should identify the conference by name when making such reservations to obtain these rates. Please make your reservation by February 8, 2017. Airport Holiday Inn, 6111 Fleur Drive Des Moines, IA 50312 Phone: 515-287-2400, Fax: 515-287-4811 Email: info@holidaydsm.com Check-In Time: 3:00 PM, Check-Out Time: 12:00 PM

Photo submitted by Jennifer Coleman, Manatts, Inc.

The Asphalt Paving Association of Iowa does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Vietnam Era Veteran.