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The Marlin J. Knutson Award for Technical
Achievement is presented to an individual or
group who has made significant contributions to
advance the development and implementation of
technical innovations and best practices in the
design and construction of concrete pavements.
Lifetime Pavement Recognition Award
The 2016 Lifetime Pavement Recognition award
commemorates the oldest concrete pavement in
the State of Texas. Belknap Place in the Monte
VistaHistoric District of SanAntonio, was placed
in 1914, the pavement employed an innovative,
patented process called “Granitoid,” a two-lift
systemwith coarse aggregate in the lower lift and
hard granite (indigenous trap rock) aggregate in
the surface course.
Belknap Place was recognized by the Texas
Historical Commission for its significance to the
concreteindustry,localresidents,andthecityofSan
Antonio. Atmore than a century old, the pavement
continuestocarrycar,truck,andbustraffic,allwith
few signs of faulting or deterioration.
Accepting the award on behalf of the City of San
Antonio was Al Siam Ferdous, Sr. Engineer with
the Department of Transportation & Capital
Improvements.
Also on hand for the recognition were Don Tau-
bert, Capitol Aggregates (retired); Bill Ciggelakis,
is Principal-in-Charge of Professional Service
Industries, Inc. (PSI), in Dallas; and Jan Prusin-
ski, P.E., FACI, LEED®AP, Executive Director of
the Cement Council of Texas. Along with the late
Bob Lopez, former Executive Director of the Ce-
ment Council of Texas, these professionals have
researched, written, and presented the story of
Belknap Place in numerous forums and venues
throughout the years.
Outstanding Pavement Promotion Award
The 2016 Outstanding Pavement Promotion
Award was presented to Patrick (Pat) Long,
Director of Marketing and Government Affairs
for the Indiana Chapter – ACPA. This award
recognizes Long’s unique expertise in the
promotion of concrete pavements. The award
cited his experiences in regulatory and legislative
issues, economic development policy, and public
finance have benefited the industry in Indiana
and throughout ACPA’s Chapter/State paving
association network.
By combining his unique
perspectives with his
equally unique musical
talents, Long is earned
a positive reputation for
making a positive and
indelible impression
upon owners, agencies,
members, and his col-
leagues. The fruits of his
efforts may be seen in the form of many project
opportunities generated through his persistence
and professionalism.