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AIA The Kansas City Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) represents more than 900 members within the greater Kansas City metropolitan area that includes Jackson, Clay, Platte, Wyandotte and Johnson counties in Missouri and Kansas. http://www.aiakc.org/ AGC The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) is the leading association for the construction industry. A full service national trade association with a nationwide network of exceptional chapters, AGC represents more than 33,000 leading firms in the industry - including general contractors, specialty contractors and service providers and suppliers. AGC members play a powerful role in sustaining economic growth, in addition to producing structures that add to productivity and the nation's quality of life. http://www.agc.org/ Builders Association of Kansas City The Builders’ Association is the Kansas City Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America. The Association has more than 1,000 general contractor, subcontractor, and supplier/service provider members in the commercial, industrial and municipal utility construction industry employing more than 35,000 people. http://www.buildersassociation.com/ Indiana Limestone Institute The Indiana Limestone Institute is a resource for architects, contractors, building owners and others seeking accurate, unbiased information about the use of Indiana Limestone in construction. http://www.iliai.com/ KCADC The Kansas City Area Development Council is a private, non-profit organization, charged with representing the economic interests of the entire two-state, 18-county region of Greater Kansas City. Its mission is to brand the region as one product to stimulate economic growth, enhance awareness of our metro’s assets to create positive perceptions, promote the region as the business location of choice, position the region competitively against other major metros for the retention, expansion and attraction of jobs and investment, and assist companies from outside the region to find the best KC location for their needs. http://www.thinkkc.com/ City of KCMO The City of Kansas City, Missouri is the one of the largest cities in Missouri and has more fountains than any other city in the United States, earning its the nickname “The City Fountains.” http://www.kcmo.org/ Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce was formed in 1972 to recognize and facilitate the metro area’s growth. Today, membership is open to all businesses in the bi-state area and consists of a multitude of industries. http://www.kcchamber.com/ Crossroads Community Association The Crossroad Community organization is home to more than 400 local artists and 100 independent studios, making it one of the most concentrated gallery districts in the nation. Beyond the galleries, restaurants and storefronts, an equally impressive collection of professional design studios, architectural firms, advertising agencies and other innovative businesses also make this neighborhood their home. www.kccrossroads.org/ US Green Building Council of Kansas City USGBC Central Plains Chapter - Kansas City is the only professional organization allowed to offer official LEED™ workshops to Kansas and western Missouri taught by USGBC nationally trained faculty. The USGBC - Kansas City represents the public, private, nonprofit, education and health care sectors, as well as green product manufacturers and service providers. Its members are engaged in nearly every major green initiative in the region, bringing not only their professional career experience, but USGBC national resources and best management practices in sustainability in the built environment to all aspects of the design / build / manage cycle. http://www.usgbckansascity.org/ Guide to Sustainable Community Indicators This organization offers sustainable measures as indicators that measure progress toward a sustainable economy, society and environment. http://www.sustainablemeasures.com/index.html OSHA OSHA safety and health alliances are part of U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao's ongoing efforts to improve the health and safety of employees through cooperative partnerships with trade associations, labor organizations, employers and government agencies. OSHA currently has more than 470 alliances throughout the nation with organizations committed to fostering safety and health in the workplace. http://www.osha.gov/ State Historic Preservation (historic tax credits) In its preface to the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, Congress declared that the preservation of historic properties "is in the public interest so that its vital legacy of cultural, educational, aesthetic, inspirational, economic, and energy benefits will be maintained and enriched for future generations of Americans." www.dnr.mo.gov/shpo National Park Service, Historic Preservation Briefs Beyond national parks, the National Park Service helps communities across America preserve and enhance important local heritage and close-to-home recreational opportunities. Grants and assistance are offered to register, record and save historic places; create community parks and local recreation facilities; conserve rivers and streams, and develop trails and greenways. http://www.nps.gov/history/hps/TPS/briefs/presbhom/htm Art through Architecture (AtA) Art through Architecture (AtA), a partnership of the Charlotte Street Foundation and the American Institute of Architects-Kansas City (AIA-KC), is designed to promote and support the work of Kansas City area artists through architectural practice. AtA provides incentives and tools to encourage and empower architects and their clients to incorporate art and artists from the Kansas City area into their new projects. http://www.charlottestreet.org/opportunities/art-through-architecture/ Missouri Office of Administration (W/MBE) The Office of Supplier and Workforce Diversity (OSWD) through the Office of Administration is responsible for M/WBE certification. OSWD exists to promote a diversified workforce within state government and to assist women and minorities in developing opportunities to contract with the state, economically empowering traditionally underserved communities and improving the overall fiscal vitality of the State of Missouri. http://www.directory.oswd.oa.mo.gov/
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