Pit & Quarry connected with Pat Jacoment, the executive director of the Ohio Aggregates & Industrial Minerals Association, to discuss his optimism for Ohio’s aggregate industry in 2020.
Briefly describe the current state of the industry within Ohio: Extremely busy with a positive outlook for the near future
His outlook for 2020: Extremely optimistic
Factors driving his 2020 outlook: The Ohio Department of Transportation budget and user fee increase, plus strong commercial construction.
Greatest challenges facing aggregate producers in Ohio: Zoning and land use
On the likelihood of a multi-year federal infrastructure bill passing in 2020: Congress is so focused on non-issues. It is not likely that anything substantive will be accomplished.
Describe the relationship between producers and Mine Safety & Health Administration officials within Ohio: Excellent
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