March and April in Ohio have brought their usual mix of weather; one day it's sunny and warm, the next we're reaching for our jackets. Despite the variability, the signs of spring are unmistakable, and the upcoming construction season is upon us.

The March Madness Watch Party at Pastimes Pub & Grill on March 20 brought together engineers from ASCE, the Engineers Club of Columbus, and ASHE to kick off the NCAA Tournament with food, drinks, and friendly competition. Thank you to ECC and ASHE for partnering with us on another well-attended event. On April 18, Younger Members and ASHE volunteers gathered for a highway cleanup at the Grandview Avenue and IR-670 interchange, followed by lunch at Woodland's Backyard. A big thanks to ASHE for providing PPE and to everyone who volunteered their Saturday morning to help keep our community clean.

I am pleased to share that the proposed Constitution and Bylaws revisions passed with a vote of 22 to 1. Thank you to everyone who participated in this important process. This update will refresh our governing documents and carry the Section's administration and governance forward for years to come. Speaking of voting, keep your eyes peeled for an email link to vote for the 2026-2027 officers.

Looking ahead, our May 7 Spring Technical Seminar at Understory promises to be an exceptional opportunity to get a jump on earning PDHs for biennial license renewal. The seminar will feature five in-depth sessions on geotechnical ground improvement techniques, with presentations from Menard USA, Geopier, Michels Construction, Mt. Carmel Stabilization Group, and Keller North America. Attendees will earn 5 PDHs. We are also honored to welcome ASCE National President-Elect Carol Ellinger Haddock, who will deliver closing remarks and swear in our newly elected officers. The seminar will conclude with a happy hour.

Registration is now open for the 30th Annual ASCE Golf Outing on June 19 at Darby Creek Golf Course. This beloved annual tradition benefits the Younger Members group and funds ASCE student activities at Ohio University and The Ohio State University. A special thank you to Jim Pajk for his tireless efforts in organizing this event year after year; 30 years is a remarkable milestone. Registration and sponsorship information is available on our website.

As my term draws to a close, I want to express my gratitude for the opportunity to serve the Central Ohio Section as an officer over the past four years. It has been an honor to work alongside such dedicated professionals and genuine people. I wish the incoming officers the best of luck and have complete confidence that they will carry the Section toward continued success.

Justin S Wilkinson, PE 
President - ASCE Central Ohio Section