Holiday Safety
It’s time to trim the tree and bake some cookies…but wait! Let’s take a minute to go over some ways to help keep our holidays merry, bright and SAFE!
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Tips To Help You Avoid A Christmas Financial Hangover
Make a list and a budget and stick to it. Knowing what you want to buy and what you can afford to spend in advance can help you establish a reasonable budget, prevent impulse purchases and look a little more objectively at your spending.
Cut your other expenses. The holidays are coming whether you’re ready or not. If you need some extra money for gifts or holiday gatherings, plan to pack your lunch for a couple of months, find some free entertainment, or skip renewing the gym membership and work out at home.
Shop early. This holiday tip can get you more for your money. Stores have better sales earlier in the season. Researching regular prices ahead of time can help you spot a good deal. Even though last minute shoppers can get good deals on some things, selection can be limited and you may have a harder time finding a substitute if your first choice isn’t available. That can lead to impulse purchases and overspending.
Use coupons. Store discount coupons, e-mail or text coupons, online discount codes and smart phone apps can provide some savings. Shopping at a store that allows you to stack coupons or use multiple offers can help too. Make a point to visit www.retailmenot.com before heading to the checkout at stores and restaurants!
Give DIY gifts. A homemade gift can often convey a more heartfelt sentiment and may save you some money too. If you aren’t creative, shop a craft fair with local artisans or give a food gift from your own kitchen such as homemade jam or a homemade pancake or hot chocolate mix. Children’s artwork in a frame make great keepsakes. A handmade coupon for work that you will do for an elderly parent around their house is another idea.
Watch out for credit card purchases and financing deals. Make sure you know what you’re getting into and be honest with yourself about what you can pay off. A few hundred dollars of gifts can end up costing much more if you’re paying them off until summer or longer.
Putting these holiday financial tips into action this year can help keep your spending in check and make your holiday season a little happier.
Adapted from https://www.lendgreen.com/blog/6-holiday-financial-tips/
Project Spotlight: Southerly WWTP Water Meter Vault
Upgrading the water supply line to the City of Columbus Public Utilities Department‘s treatment plant! We are removing and replacing an existing water meter vault including installing and maintaining a temporary by-pass to keep the Southerly Waster Water Treatment plant in operation. Pictured is the bypass line tied into the main water line going to the plant. The expected completion date is the end of February 2020. The crew is comprised of Pete Litter, Kasey McCloskey, and Justin Adams. The Foreman is Mark Litter and the Project Manager is Nick Miller. The Engineer on the project is Burgess & Niple, Inc., and H.R. Gray is the Construction Manager.
Thanksgiving Food For Thought
This year, on November 28, many Americans will gather with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving Day. What does Thanksgiving mean to YOU? Does it mean eating your favorite pie? Driving to another state? Visiting a loved one who has passed at the cemetery? Watching a football game? Does it mean being thankful for your health? Thankful for another year of life?
How do we make Thanksgiving meaningful? There is nothing wrong with enjoying good food, family reunions and football games but, in the busyness of life, we often take for granted our innumerable blessings and tend to overlook them. How grateful are you to have a roof over your head, clothes on your back and an overflow of food in your kitchen? Are you thankful for your income, your spouse, your kids? Are you thankful for the Veterans who proudly serve in our armed forces and are oftentimes away from their families?
Before we head out to the Black Friday sales, let’s take a moment to just…be…thankful.
Project Spotlight: ODOT 190367 – Franklin County
We like challenging projects and working in and along the Scioto River is always a challenge! This one is a reinforcement/repair of the existing outlet headwall of a 60” storm sewer passing beneath CSX railroad tracks to the west of the I-670 bridge over the Scioto River. The project includes supporting the existing failing headwall with tieback anchors and micro piles. Shoring beneath the headwall is a soil nail and shotcrete wall. A permanent wall will be cast at the face of the old headwall, and then rock channel protection will be installed for scour protection. Jerry McVey, Jeff McGuire, Dannie Wilson, John Fuller, Marvin Kemmerer, and Jordan Sullivan have been working on the project. Mike Killilea is the Project Manager.
Project Spotlight: ODOT 194003 – Coshocton County
This project involves work on a 3-span slab bridge using half-width construction while maintaining traffic. Righter has replaced the abutments, pier caps, and bridge superstructure. The crews working on the project to date include Clay Slevin, Brandon Lowery, Rob Richmond, Jim Richmond, Bill Bunner, Jordan Sullivan, Butch Sullivan, Ben Sullivan, Robert Groves, and Dwayne McVey. Others also working on the bridge during deck pours were Jeff McGuire, Dannie Wilson, Justin Adams, Kasey McCloskey, Pete Litter, Pete Fink, and Trevor Welch. During the past week, paving has been done and the road is scheduled to re-open to all lanes the week of November 18.
Veterans Day 2019
Veterans contribute to American society in many ways; not just during their time in active duty. The Righter Company appreciates their sacrifices and dedication today and every day. Thank you for your service!
Project Spotlight: Dublin Pedestrian Tunnel
Placing the concrete supplied by Anderson Concrete for the headwalls at the Dublin Pedestrian Tunnel project located at Carnoustie Drive West of Springburn Drive. The crew is comprised of Brandon Lowery, Jeff McGuire, Jim Richmond, Rob Richmond, Bobby Sharp and Robert Ward. The Project Supervisor is Clay Slevin. The Project Manager is Chris Thompson. The project is set for completion in the next few weeks.
Righter Personnel Attend OTEC 2019 Conference
On October 29th and 30th, Righter personnel Bill Wyner, Chris Thompson, Mike Killilea and Nick Miller attended OTEC 2019 (Ohio Transportation Engineering Conference). At the conference, they listened to keynote speakers, attended technical sessions and viewed exhibits, staying up to date on the latest technology and trends in transportation-related engineering. Pictured below is Mike DeWine, one of the keynote speakers at the opening session.
Ribbon Cutting: Ohio River Access Trail – Phase V
On Monday, October 28, 2019, Righter personnel Bradley R. Nadolson (President), Michael D. Killilea, II (Vice President), and Jerry McVey (Supervisor), attended the ribbon cutting for ODOT 180301 in Marietta, Ohio, also known as “Ohio River Access Trail – Phase V”. The total project spans a distance of 4.4 miles, with Phase V being about 1 mile long with a total cost of $2,775,652.47. It took approximately a year from start to finish and was administered by ODOT District 10. Pictured standing by the finished bridge is Jerry McVey, Supervisor, and Michael D. Killilea, II, Vice President/Project Manager. The crew consisted of Jeff McGuire, Dannie Wilson, Pete Fink, Bill Bunner and Robert Groves. Also pictured is a Certificate of Recognition from the Governor’s Office.
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