Entries by Carrie Connelly

Coverage Determinations Can Help You Take Advantage of BOLI Exemptions

Carrie Connelly From our February 2017 e-newsletter The phrase is so often repeated it’s nearly cliché – “Construction? Call BOLI.” However, there are a number of exemptions from prevailing wage rate laws. Such exemptions include, but are not limited to, construction projects which cost no more than $50,000, projects that are paid for with no […]

To CM/GC or not to CM/GC (or to Design Build?)

Carrie Connelly From our Spring 2022 e-newsletter The alternative contracting methods of Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) and Design Build have been used for seismic upgrades and other public contracting agency projects throughout the state. However, I continue to see entities confused or not gaining the benefits of these methods. Small entities often forge ahead on […]

2021 Legislation – Action Items

Carrie Connelly From our Summer 2021 e-newsletter Homelessness: 1. Pursuant to ORS 203.077, all cities and counties are required to enact policies recognizing the problem of homeless individuals camping on public property, and ensuring humane treatment in the event of removal from those sites. If your city does not yet have such a policy on […]

Understanding OR-OSHA COVID-19 Temporary Rules

(Cover Your Face – But Keep Your Eyes and Ears Open)   Carrie Connelly From our Spring 2021 e-newsletter It’s been over a year that we’ve stayed COVID compliant – and while some of us might be ready to relax, we’re not yet out of the woods. Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OR-OSHA) Temporary […]