Who was happy to see the end of 2020? I think that was the sentiment of most of us. We are now a couple months into 2021, and not much has changed. It's looking like ASCE events will continue to be virtual at least through June.

The Board's main focus this year is to keep our membership connected, even if that cannot be in-person. I believe that this should be the goal for everyone, in all aspects of our lives. Whether it's a phone call or a quick video chat, please take time to reach out to your friends, family and colleagues.

The Minnesota Section will continue to offer virtual events to help our members build their technical skills and professional network. We started off the year with a very successful virtual trivia night. Keep an eye out for invites for webinars in February and March on various technical topics and our annual awards banquet in April.

We have a great group of volunteers that have gone the extra mile to find creative ways to keep us all connected. I look forward to a busy spring of virtual programs with a return to in-person activities in the summer and fall.

Tim Lamkin, Jr

President - ASCE Minnesota Section