2024 Statement of Affairs
Jane Jernigan, Executive Director
New Mexico Utility Contractors Association
The Association continues to be well respected in the industry and has strong ties and working relationships with other construction associations and agencies. NMUCA’s voice is also well respected and sought out by legislators and community organizations regarding legislative issues. Members are very loyal to the association and are positive about their experience. Members are engaged and responsive. There is confidence in the leadership of the organization.
The Executive Director continues to have a good relationship with members and continues to seek personal meetings as often as possible by visiting with members and other communications. We have excellent, strong, and respectful relationships with AGC, ACNM, ABC, ASA, PRC, SMACNA, NMBC, MCA, PSB, CWCC, WICNM, NM811, ABCWUA, CICA, OSHA, NMRCGA, Builder’s Trust.
This (2024) is the tenth year of being an independent state association, and the 45th year anniversary of the association. The financial stability of the association has seen growth in the last year and has reached 100% of our goal of having one year of operation expenses. Cash flow is manageable and there have been no withdrawals from the association’s investment account. The association once again deposited a total of $10,000.00 in 2023 (May 2024) into the investment account.
Programs and trainings saw an increase in attendance. There was an Associate Showcase in 2024 which will recur each year with interest and participation.
Membership retention is healthy. Membership growth showed an increase in 2024 and showed a record number of members. Board members were very active in recruiting new members in 2024 and should do the same in 2025.
The Zia Partnership has seven members which is an increase from 2023. This is an area for improvement. NMOSHA is very complimentary of the NMUCA Zia Partnership but encourages more members.
The scholarship program was fully funded and awarded in 2024, and the monetary scholarship awards were increased.
NMUCA was instrumental in stopping several legislative bills in 2024. We supported changes to the New Mexico One Law that benefits the industry and advances damage prevention during the year also.
NMUCA has representation on the boards and/or committees of the Construction Safety Coalition, Construction Industry Crime Alliance, New Mexico Regional Common Ground Alliance. trainings, pens, and association handbooks. NMUCA also sponsored several events including Safe Digging Month, Gubernatorial Forum, and the 1st Annual Health and Safety Fair.