RockBlog
Contra Costa County's Kirker Pass truck climbing lane wins project of the year
Posted by Graniterock on Thu, April 15th, 2021, 4:07 pm
Graniterock’s $15 million Kirker Pass truck climbing lane project was selected as the American Public Works Association’s Project of the Year 2021.APWA’s northern California chapter recognized Contra Costa County’s Kirker Pass as the top project in the $5 million-$25 million category.The road expansion work involved widening Kirker Pass 20 feet on a one-mile northbound stretch from the Concord Pavilion to Hess Road.The new truck lane, constructed on an 8 percent grade, was designed to improve safety ... Read More
Concrete made with recycled materials helps Canada College reach gold environmental status
Posted by Graniterock on Wed, March 17th, 2021, 10:27 am
REDWOOD CITY – Canada College leaders went for the gold in LEED design when dreaming up the campus’s sleek new Kinesiology and Wellness BuildingThe structure had to be aesthetically attractive while raising the college’s status for sustainability, leaving a minimal carbon footprint during and after construction.A major step toward the community college achieving the U.S. Green Building Council’s gold standard in environmental sustainability for 100,000 square feet of academic and fitness space is more than 10,000 ... Read More
Graniterock CFO appointed to Monterey Bay Economic Partnership board
Posted by Graniterock on Thu, July 30th, 2020, 9:06 am
Congratulations to Graniterock CFO Steve Snodgrass on his appointment to the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership Board of Directors. Steve's 40 years as a business and community leader will be a great asset for MBEP as the nonprofit continues seek new ways to improve the economic health and quality of life in Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties. With Steve's experiences serving the United Way, YMCA, Cabrillo College Foundation and the Sunny Mesa Special Services District, ... Read More
Graniterock's safety team steers the company through the coronavirus crisis
Posted by Graniterock on Wed, May 27th, 2020, 2:32 pm
(From left: Daisy Kwan, Paul Cianciarulo, Mike Herges, Todd Barreras, Randall Jacobsen and David Leffel)WATSONVILLE – In a safety career spanning nearly 40 years, Mike Herges has never faced a greater risk than the invisible and fast-moving, deadly coronavirus.Pretty radical changes had to be made almost overnight to keep the construction industry alive as the virus turned the world upside down and people were told to stay home.“I started thinking at the end of February this ... Read More
Financial relief for small businesses during Covid-19: A summary of resources
Posted by Graniterock on Wed, May 27th, 2020, 11:43 am
We hope you, your families and your colleagues are staying healthy and well during these challenging times.In recent weeks, federal, state and local governments have developed a wide range of financial relief programs to help small businesses through the financial impacts of the crisis. It has been difficult to keep up with the flurry of program information.So we’re reaching out today with a resource for the Graniterock community.We’ve created a high-levelsummary of financial relief programsavailable – ... Read More
Construction fully open with new Covid-19 safety protocols
Posted by Graniterock on Wed, May 6th, 2020, 10:52 am
To Graniterock customers, colleagues, and friends – We hope this message finds you and your families well.It seems every few days we’re hit with a new wave of guidelines for how businesses and the public can manage our way through this Covid-19 landscape.Last week clearly brought good news for the construction industry.Construction is now fully open – all construction work has been deemed essential. And Graniterock branches are available to serve all of your construction material ... Read More
How Graniterock is responding to the coronavirus crisis
Posted by Graniterock on Fri, March 20th, 2020, 2:07 pm
We hope this finds Graniterock customers, colleagues and community members feeling healthy and safe.Over the course of 120 years we’ve survived a few crises.In our history, Graniterock has been tested by a host of natural disasters and economic downturns. We share everyone’s deep concern over the coronavirus. We also know where to focus in times of crisis. At Graniterock, we’re going to pour our talent and energy into taking care of our communities, our customers and ... Read More
Construction industry shows up strong for KSBW's Share Your Holiday
Posted by Graniterock on Thu, December 12th, 2019, 4:04 pm
The annual Share Your Holiday collaboration between Graniterock, KSBW and the Salvation Army was an event for the record books.In all, Share Your Holiday throughout Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey counties raised more than $168,000 in donations, nearly 7,000 pounds of food and 4,900 toys for families in need.This tremendous outpouring of holiday spirit was demonstrated by the following team members:Robin Steudlerfor serving as the ultimate cheerleader and organizer for Graniterock hosting a Share Your ... Read More
Building the home field advantage for Pajaro Valley High School
Posted by Graniterock on Tue, December 10th, 2019, 9:46 am
WATSONVILLE – Pajaro Valley High School students will have something to cheer about when Graniterock construction crews crossthe finish line on the nearly $15million sports stadium in 2020.The crews have been working since May as a subcontractor to Kent Construction to deliver a state-of-the-art football field, all-weather running track, softball field, restrooms, bleacher seating for 2,200 and concessions.The sports facilities will be a welcome addition to the 15-year-old high school, which currently uses Cabrillo College in ... Read More
Share Your Holiday fundraiser coming soon to help Central Coast families in need
Posted by Graniterock on Mon, November 11th, 2019, 2:27 pm
Graniterock's annual holiday fundraiser with the Salvation Army Monterey Peninsula Corps and KSBW is Friday, Dec. 6 at our building materials design center in Seaside.This is a beautiful community event that helps families in need around the Central Coast.We'll be collecting unwrapped food, toys, blankets, bikes, games and monetary donations during this one-day fundraiser, which is broadcast live on KSBW from 2-8 p.m.Please drop by at 1755 Del Monte Boulevard, Seaside. Read More
RECENT POSTS
- Graniterock Supply grand opening at new location
- Graniterock honored with anniversary proclamations from California leaders
- 125 years of building infrastructure and community
- Keith Severson honored as Volunteer of the Year by the YMCA!
- Graniterock purchases Tope's Garden Center, adds new location in Salinas
- Rock N Run generates $43,000 for schools
- Llagas Creek groundbreaking kicks off Graniterock's largest ever construction project
TAGS
- Business
- Community
- Construction Update
- Graniterock
- History
- Products
- Services
- Sustainability
- Technical