activities · 10
what they do
direct service · 3
- Community Excellence Award Program Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsRecognizes aggregate producers for outstanding community involvement and support through an annual award program established in 2005.
- Community Support Initiatives Blood Donation Drives CoordinationOrganizes charitable activities including a blood drive with the American Red Cross and the assembly of international care packages containing medical supplies, medication, and toiletries for communities in need.
- Community and Member Engagement Events Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsHosts annual and seasonal events for members and guests, including a spring training game, holiday luncheon, and an annual convention to foster community and industry networking.
advocacy · 4
- Arizona Mining Stakeholders Group MeetingsConvenes stakeholder meetings for members and invited guests to discuss key issues affecting the mining industry in Arizona.
- Government Advocacy and Policy Engagement Legislative Monitoring & Advocacy for Industry ProfessionalsAdvocates for the rock products and mining industries by engaging with public officials at federal, state, and local levels on policy, regulatory, and legislative issues, including representation of aggregate producers in Arizona.
- Mining Day at the Capitol Industry Networking & Educational ConferencesOrganizes an annual "Mining Day at the Capitol" event to educate Arizona legislators, educators, and the public about the mining industry’s economic contributions and operational importance.
- Political Action Committee (PAC) Operations Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyAdministers a PAC in compliance with Arizona law (ARS Title 16, Chapter 6) to collect individual contributions and distribute funds to political candidates and campaigns in support of the industry.
research · 1
- Economic Impact Research Economic Impact Research and Sector DevelopmentConducted and published a 2023 economic impact study quantifying the contribution of Arizona Rock Products firms, including 8,656 direct jobs, $4.1 billion in direct economic impact, and a total impact of $7.6 billion and 25,647 jobs.
capacity building · 2
- Future Leaders ProgramDevelops leadership talent within the Arizona rock products industry through a structured program that includes regular monthly meetings held on the second Friday of each month.
- Industry Education and Workforce Development Construction Trade Association ServicesSupports workforce development by participating in Arizona Construction Career Days and offering educational workshops and training to keep members informed about industry advancements and sustainability practices.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Committee-based advocacy and problem solving committee-based advocacyUses proactive, standing committees that meet regularly to identify, discuss, and resolve industry-related challenges, enabling coordinated advocacy and strategic response.
- Community engagement as public relations community engagement as public relationsImproves public perception of aggregate operations through active community relations, demonstrating that mining sites can serve as responsible and beneficial community assets.
- Government and regulatory engagement government_and_regulatory_engagementAdvances industry sustainability by proactively engaging with public officials on policy and regulatory issues, shaping decisions that affect the rock products sector.
- Industry education and training promotionSupports industry sustainability by promoting continuing education and training programs that enhance workforce skills and professional development.
- Legislative advocacy for materials policy advocacyAdvocates for specific legislation like the ROCKS Act to promote the use of stone, sand, and gravel in public infrastructure, aligning policy with industry capabilities and sustainability.
- Workforce succession planning workforce succession planningAddresses long-term industry sustainability by developing young leaders to replace an aging workforce in the rock products industry, ensuring continuity of skilled labor and leadership.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Community Excellence Award Program
Recognizes aggregate producers for their community involvement and support activities that enhance public perception of the aggregates industry.
Future Leaders Program
Aims to prepare the next generation of leaders in the rock products industry by engaging young professionals and fostering leadership skills.
Mining Day at the Capitol
Brings together mining companies and stakeholders to educate legislators and the public about the economic benefits of the mining industry.
relationships · 32
who they work with
- American Red Cross Partner — Partnered to launch blood drives.
- Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry Coalition — ARPA leadership serves on the Board of Directors for the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
- Arizona Contractors Association Coalition — Partner organization in the construction and aggregates industry
- Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Partner — Works with ARPA on environmental compliance and regulatory matters
- Arizona Department of Transportation Partner — Collaborates on regulatory matters affecting the rock products industry.
- Arizona Department of Transportation Partner — Collaborates with ARPA on transportation and infrastructure initiatives
- Arizona Materials Partner — Employer of Jessica Cutter, Chair of the ARPA Future Leaders Program.
- Arizona Mining Association Partner — Co-hosts a holiday luncheon.
- Arizona Mining Association Partner — Shared executive leadership; ARPA's Executive Director also serves as Executive Director of the Arizona Mining Association.
- CEMEX Partner — David Nabavi, Chairman of ARPA's Board of Directors and Board Executive Committee, is from CEMEX.
- CEMEX Coolidge Plant Partner — Awarded 1st Place in the 2014-2015 Community Excellence Awards.
- CEMEX Southern Arizona Ready Mix & Aggregates Partner — Awarded 1st Place in the 2023 Community Excellence Awards for materials donation for a veteran home build.
- CalPortland Diablo Aggregate Plant Partner — Awarded 1st Place in the 2016-2017 Community Excellence Awards.
- CalPortland Orange Grove Facility Partner — Awarded Runner Up in the 2015-2016 Community Excellence Awards.
- CalPortland West 43Ave Facility Partner — Awarded 1st Place in the 2015-2016 Community Excellence Awards.
- CalPortland, Bullard Plant Partner — Awarded Runner Up in the 2008-2009 Community Excellence Awards.
- CalPortland, Coolidge Facility Partner — Awarded Runner Up in the 2010-2011 and 2009-2010 Community Excellence Awards.
- Center of Environmentally Sustainable Mining Coalition — ARPA leadership serves on the Technical Advisory Board for the Center of Environmentally Sustainable Mining.
- DRAKE Cement Paulden Plant Partner — Awarded Runner Up in the 2015-2016 Community Excellence Awards.
- Desert Ready Mix Partner — Gary Curtis, Incoming Chairman of ARPA's Board of Directors and Board Executive Committee, is from Desert Ready Mix.
- FNF Construction, Inc. Partner — Awarded Runner Up in the 2010-2011 and 2009-2010 Community Excellence Awards.
- Governor’s Regulatory Review Council Government — ARPA leadership serves on the Governor’s Regulatory Review Council.
- Granite Construction Company Partner — Awarded 1st Place in the 2010-2011 Community Excellence Awards and Runner Up in the 2008-2009 Community Excellence Awards for its Tangerine Plant.
- Lafarge NA Sun City Aggregates Plant Partner — Awarded Runner Up in the 2014-2015 Community Excellence Awards and 1st Place in the 2009-2010 Community Excellence Awards.
- NSSGA Partner — Provides educational videos and sustainability resources courtesy of NSSGA.
- National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association Network — ARPA is affiliated with this national trade association
- Salt River Materials Group Clarkdale Cement Plant Partner — Awarded Runner Up in the 2014-2015 Community Excellence Awards and 1st Place in the 2010-2011 Community Excellence Awards.
- Salt River Materials Group, 67th Ave. Plant Partner — Awarded 1st Place in the 2008-2009 Community Excellence Awards.
- U.S. House of Representatives Government — Provides a link to official U.S. House representative finder, indicating engagement with federal legislative bodies.
- University of Arizona’s Mining School Coalition — ARPA leadership serves on the Executive Committee for the University of Arizona’s Mining School.
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