ABC-SEMI Southeast Michigan Contractors Issue 2, 2021

Southeast Michigan Contractors Issue 2 2021 19 HARTWELL HOUSE What is ABC’s role in the development of the project? $40,000 in free labor and materials are pledged by ABC. More than $25,000 of HVAC, electrical work, and materials have been pledged by ABC member companies: Expert Heating & Cooling and Douglas Electric. The contributions for materials originated from Associated Builders & Contractors trade association via Vice President Mickey Mortimer and Faithworks. Led by Jeff Petherick, Faith- works is a group of retired construction contractors and trades from Kensington Church who will work alongside the contractors and students. Current Status 18 Cornerstone alums, many of whome are also alumni of the SEMCA “Jumpstart” program at Cornerstone, are enrolled in the construction pre-apprentice class offered in partnership with EITI (Emerg- ing Industries & Technologies Institute). The alums have completed 1/3 of a 12-week pre-apprentice program. EITI and Construction Manager Graham plan to harmonize EITI’s 12-week training program with the Hartwell House project in order to create a general scope and sequence of learning so the pre-appren- tices know what to expect. Alumni work has begun on the house. The Character team led by Lloyd Sutton and Jeff Petherick are meeting the alums in small groups, helping with transpor- tation and solving other essential needs. Nicole Webster is diving into the enor- mous task of solving property related issues. Architectural plans are finalized “We are building something BIG together—looking forward to seeing it grow.” – Andy Anuzis, Chief Career Officer of Cornerstone Schools