This resolution commends Volkert, Inc. on its 100th anniversary, recognizing a century of significant engineering contributions to Alabama and the United States.
Barry Moore
Representative
AL-1
This resolution officially commends Volkert, Inc. on the occasion of its 100th anniversary and its century of service. It recognizes the engineering firm's significant historical contributions to major infrastructure projects across Alabama and the United States. The bill serves as a formal tribute celebrating the company's legacy and ongoing commitment to engineering excellence.
House Resolution Honors Engineering Firm Volkert, Inc. for 100 Years of Infrastructure Work
This isn't a bill that changes your taxes or rewrites a regulation; it’s a legislative high-five. This resolution from the House of Representatives is purely ceremonial, designed to formally commend Volkert, Inc., an engineering firm headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, as it approaches its 100th anniversary in February 2025.
The Century Club: A History of Concrete and Steel
The resolution reads like a history book for American infrastructure, specifically detailing Volkert’s role in building the physical backbone of the South and the nation. It highlights that since its founding in 1925, the company has been involved in massive projects, from developing the early Interstate Highway System to designing what was once the world's longest bridge over water—the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway in Louisiana. They were also instrumental in projects closer to home, like the I-10 Twin Bridges (Mobile Bayway) and the Cochrane Africatown Bridge in Alabama. Essentially, if you’ve driven on a major highway or crossed a big bridge in the Southeast, chances are this company had a hand in it.
Why the Government Cares
While this resolution doesn't impact your daily life directly, it’s a formal acknowledgment of the private sector’s role in public works. The text notes that Volkert is currently 100% employee-owned through an ESOP, employing over 250 people in Alabama and 1,500 employee-owners across 60 offices nationwide. This commendation acts as a public thank you for the company's economic footprint and its consistent role in designing the roads and bridges that keep commerce moving and people connected. The resolution specifically directs the Clerk of the House to send official copies of this recognition to the company's CEO, Mr. Thomas Hand, and President, Mr. Leon Barkan, making the recognition official and documented.