The Anchor Newsletter
The Anchor Newsletter is a publication of Florida Marine Contractors Association, Inc, a Florida Non Profit Corporation.
Almost all past issues of the Anchor are archived here.
Issues from 2001-2004 may be downloaded as zip files.
Since September, 2005, all online issues of the Anchor are provided in PDF Format.
7-31-2011 – The Anchor – Your FMCA’s Quarterly Newsletter
1-15-2011 – FMCA January Newsletter
The publisher is the Board of Directors. The Editor is Don Ernst don@ironwoods.com.
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2009 Issues
- 2009 FMCA Dock & Marine Expo Guide Comprehensive information about exhibitors, events, contacts and more from the Jacksonville show
- 2009 November Issue
2008 Issues
- 2008 January Issue Commissioners Scramble Sound Science; What FMCA will do; New System for Contacting FMCA; Insurance and License Workshops January 11-12, 2008 at Quarterly Meeting, Sebastian; DEP Fee Increase; much more!
- 2008 February Issue Sales training and $20 CEU packages at Mini Expo; Permit legislation introduced; Enforcement; Valuing docks & boathouses; DAPI explained; Time to register for the April Mini Expo
- 2008 March Issue Old Port Cove Marina Makeover; DEP/WMD Bombshells; Special Mini Expo Promotion Offer; Legislative Update
- 2008 April Issue Mini Expo Exhibitor's Guide. More than 40 displays, including 15 first-time exhibitors, plus Mini Expo schedules and sponsor salute
- 2008 May-June Issue Complete Exhibitor Contact Info; Shoreline Lumber, DSMS news; new license, and new worries with DEP permitting, plus a Mini Expo sponsor salute
- 2008 July-August Issue Green Marine Summit; 2008 Board Election Ballot; New DEP/FMCA Chapter Interface; First Marine License Exams; What Has FMCA Done For Your Lately?
- 2008 September-October Issue Green Marine Summit Expanded Schedule; 2008 Board Election Ballot; Amendment 6 Explanation; Boat Lift Meeting; Central Florida Chapter takes off; Why Membership Means Business -- For You!
- 2008 Green Marine Summit Issue FMCA Board adopts green construction guidelines. Four working groups were established. In the midst of the economic meltdown, attendees learned how to make money. Do your company a favor and get involved NOW!
2007 Issues
- 2007 January Issue Exec Director's Report; What to Expect in 2007; Lots more Expo Info
- 2007 February Issue Big changes in membership requirements; JLCIR releases draft recommendations, including a state certified license; lots more!
- 2007 March Issue Wood Treaters steps up as Mini Expo Grand Sponsor; details of JLCIR recommendations; major contractor licensing issues a-brewing; more!
- 2007 April Issue Mini Expo Exhibitor's Guide and much more, like a hilarious bit on global warming
- 2007 May Issue Mini Expo Pix and lots more. The best FMCA meeting yet!
- 2007 Summer Issue How to fix mooring and derelict vessels; downlisting sea cows and more
- 2007 August Issue Expo Agenda & Registration Info; Complete text of "noticed" license; Board adopts aggressive license strategy; welcome 7 new members; welcome Ken Wells to the Board; and more
- 2007 September Issue Expo Exhibitor List; 2008 Board Ballot; Moratorium in Pinellas? Shatt on Keys Housing; IT'S TIME TO REGISTER FOR THE EXPO!
- 2007 October Issue Expo Exhibitors and Display Descriptions; Full Schedule of Events; President Jones on Manatee Reclassification; Exec Director on the growing importance of Professional Members; Pinellas permit denials; Expo Exhortations: be there or be square!
- 2007 Holiday Issue Expo Pix Galore
2006 Issues
- 2006 January Issue New Marine Construction class code proposed; January and Mini Expo Meeting Info; and more
- 2006 February Issue Piling Controversy, Safety First, Provisional Contractors, Expos Updates and more
- 2006 March Issue Mini Expo READY TO GO, Gov't Inefficiencies, Collier County Sues; Contractor Survey and more
- 2006 April Issue MINI EXPO GUIDE. Contact and display info for 26 exhibitors, plus schedule and activity guides. Look out Stuart, here we come!
- 2006 May Issue New Marine Construction Class Code; Mini Expo Review; FWC on manatee downlisting; Legislative review and much more.
- 2006 Summer Issue FWC Moves to Downlist Manatees; Dealing with contractors who need help meeting new WC rules; Eminent Domain; 2006 Expo Golf and more
- 2006 August Issue Expo Exhibitor Registration; FMCA Creates Districts/Chapters; Marine Mammal Necropsies & much more
- 2009 September Issue The One Article About Manatees You MUST Read; Props & Manatees; Seagrass Fines; Why Government Must Obey Its Own Laws; the Complete 2006 Florida Dock & Marine Schedule; plus Instructions on How to Register Online
- 2006 October Issue Florida Dock & Marine Expo Guide -- the biggest Expo yet, offering more exhibits and displays; more workshops, and Continuing Education Courses. Schedule, exhibitor info, and more.
- 2006 Holiday Issue Expo Recap (pictures galore); new Board elected; SPGP (streamlined permit) update
2005 Issues
- 2005 January Issue Certified Marine Contractor Class to be Introduced
- 2005 February Issue Family Boating Day!
- 2005 March Issue MMPA Lawsuit
- 2005 April Issue Mini Expo and CCA
- 2005 Summer Issue Dock & Marine Expo Info
- 2005 August Issue Dock & Marine Expo Reservations, Credentials, Registration; new logo; biggest issue ever!
- 2005 September Issue Dock & Marine Expo Exhibitor's Guide
- 2005 October Issue Expo Recap; Longshore; Army Corps Delegation; New Board; more!
- 2005 Holiday Issue January and Mini Expo Meeting Info; New Member Roundup; President's Vision and more
2004 Issues
- 2004 January Issue Anchor Awards Launched
- 2004 February Issue FWS Attacks Builders
- 2004 March Issue FWS Science Flaws Revealed
- 2004 April Issue Longshore, Lawsuit, Permitting Topics at Lauderdale Mtg
- 2004 May Issue Longshore Surcharge Slashed
- 2004 Summer Issue DEP and Corp Permitting at Daytona Mtg
- 2004 August Issue Senate President Jim King to Deliver Convention Keynote Address
- 2004 September Issue Hurricanes and Convention
- 2004 October Issue Convention Guide
- 2004 November Issue Holiday Newsletter
2003 Issues
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