Ditchmen • NUCA of Florida March 2019 | Page 3

CONTENTS 3 Legislative Notes 4 Andrew Scott Johnson Memorial Scholarship Fishing Tournament Results & Highlights 8 Andrew Scott Johnson Memorial Scholarship Application Information 4 12 Governor Ron DeSantis Announces More Than $3 Million Awarded to Improve Infrastructure and Workforce Training in Small and Rural Communities 14 Quick Bits 20 NUCA of Florida 23 NUCA of Central Florida 27 NUCA of North Florida 29 NUCA of Northwest Florida 30 NUCA of South Florida NUCA of Florida is a non-profit trade association representing over 450 underground utility contractors, material and equipment suppliers, and manufacturers throughout the state of Florida. NUCA of Florida members are involved in water, sewer, gas, and telephone installations accomplished through open excavation or trenchless technology. 35 NUCA of Southwest Florida Visit www.NucaFlorida.org to learn more. 40 SUCA 12 MARCH 2019 • DITCHMEN 1