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GO Profiled by the Z Smith Reynolds Foundation

Posted by Josh LittleJohn on May 22, 2013

Our funders at the Z Smith Reynolds Foundation did a short profile piece on GO and the WC Reid Center project, featuring Ernest E Robbs Sr. and Dan Leroy.  Other individuals that appear in the short film are Markell Bryson,  Ed green, Tony Swinton, and  our receptionist and GO Training Team graduate Jasmine Middleton.  Each one of these individuals through their continued hard work and persistence is succeeding in ways that we hope all members will succeed!

 

 

ZSR Green Opportunities (May 2013) from ZSRFoundation on Vimeo.

Reid Center Training Spotlight

Posted by Josh LittleJohn on May 20, 2013
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Mark Prudowsky of Lightning Bug Electric teaching electrical principles for GO Forward students participating in the IBT class

Members placed with contractors on the Reid Center project have received a variety of trainings.  All members are required to complete an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 hour training before being placed in a work environment.   This is a nationally recognized worker safety certification.  Many members have completed an Introduction to Building Trades (IBT) course that was offered in partnership between GO and AB-Tech. Continue Reading…

Reid Center Progress update

Posted by Josh LittleJohn on May 20, 2013

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The WC Reid Center Project is advancing rapidly.  The vast majority of the demolition has taken place and mechanical systems are now being installed. The renovated center will have new plumbing, electrical, and heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. One of the most involved parts of that process is the installation of a highly efficient geothermal heat pump to provide heating and cooling for the building. As part of that installation 32 wells are being drilled 470 feet deep into the rear parking lot.  Seven wells have been drilled as of May 17, 2013. Continue Reading…