2009 Company Christmas Party

The 2009 Groathouse Construction Holiday Party was held on Friday evening, Dec. 18^th at the Casper Best Western Ramkota Hotel. Approximately 130 employees and guests attended the annual company party. Poinsettias decorated the banquet room and the guests enjoyed a buffet meal which included Filet Mignon, Prime Rib of Pork, and Chicken Florentine. Many other delicious side dishes and desserts were enjoyed as well.

An awards presentation followed the dinner with the following recipients being recognized:

Craig Keller–Central Wyoming Hospice











Ed Brantz-Young at Heart Senior Center

Pat McLeod-Tongue River High School, Washakie Museum & Cultural Center, & Tongue River Valley Community Center

Dennis Coleman – Tongue River High School, & Tongue River Valley Community Center

Rich Bason – Big Horn Schools Phase I

Steve Moore – Big Horn Schools Phase I

Kelly Cook – Gillette Technology Center

Brian Klein - Gillette Technology Center

John Zink - Gillette Technology Center

Monty Wardell – Washakie Museum & Cultural Center

John Griffith – Fort Washakie High School Remodel & Fort Washakie Toilet Renovations

Mark Klein – Fort Washakie High School Remodel & Fort Washakie Toilet Renovations

Bob Cooke – Cody High School Toilet Renovations

Scott Carpenter – Clark Elementary School Upgrade & Parkside Elementary School Renovations

Andy Childress – Clark Elementary School Upgrade & Parkside Elementary School Renovations

Also recognized were the Safety Committee members:

Rich Bason

Joel Wardell

Tony Killian

Dennis Coleman

New 2009 salaried employees were acknowledged as well as all new employees for the year.

Special recognition was given to Kelly Cook for his significant commitment and valued contribution to the company during his past 20 years of continued employment with Groathouse Construction, Inc. In appreciation, Kelly and his wife, Jeanette, received a surprise trip to Tahiti. Congratulations, Kelly and Jeanette!!

And a Big Congratulations to Jennifer Tyrell for receiving the 2009 Groathouse Construction Employee of the Year Award!!

Following the award presentations, guests were treated to "Viva Las Vagas" table games sponsored by Dave's Darts N' Billiards of Casper. Employees were given the chance to win great gifts with their raffle ticket winnings. Thank you to Dave's Darts for providing some wonderful entertainment.

Congratulations to Wendel Montgomery on winning the final gift of the evening... the Denver Bronco duffle bag with Jasper the Casper jack-a-lope hidden inside! It will look great in your office, Wendel!

Employees and guests also enjoyed dancing to music by AAA DJ Services of Casper later in the evening. AAA also provided the party's emcee support throughout the event. Thank you AAA for a job well done!

All holiday party photographs were taken by Rick Gibson of Photos By Rick from Casper. Thanks to Rick for taking such great photos! If guests would like prints, please contact Joanne at the Casper office.

Thank you to everyone who attended the party to make it such a fun-filled evening!

New CYMS Tour

Second-year Engineering students from Casper College, along with members from the CC Building Design Committee were given a tour of the New CY Middle School on Sept. 24th by Project Manager, John Griffith. Students and committee members were extremely impressed with the size of the project and with the exposed structures they viewed while on the tour. They commented on the exceptional quality and the vast amount of work that has taken place in the small amount of time since breaking ground and starting the construction in October of 2008. The students asked many questions regarding the construction and design aspect of the building. Everyone enjoyed touring the building's crawl space and took a special interest in the technical concept of the building's mechanical systems and the sustainable elements of the project, which are not commonly found around the State.

Groathouse Construction, Inc. sponsors Gillette College Foundation

Groathouse Construction was a sponsor for t he Gillette College Foundation Energy Cup Challenge on August 14, 2009. Thanks to Brian Klein and John Zink for participating.

American Cancer Society Relay for Life - Casper

Groathouse Construction sponsored a company team for the 2009 Relay for Life at the Natrona County High School track and field in Casper on August 7th and 8th. Anna DiIorio was the team captain and organizer. The GC team consisted of: Jim Mackey and his grandson, Lenny, Suzzy Johnson, Anna and Mia DiIorio, Wendel and Lisa Montgomery, Cole Montgomery, Mark and Joanne Mauser, Wayne and Kimber Lee Kitchen and family, Cody Hall, Greg Gustafson, John Fernandez, Robert Cedeno, Freddie and Pam Fernandez and family, Craig Keller, Heidi Cooke, Steve McGee, Wayne Ramich, Mark and Denise Curtis, and Mark Klein. Special thanks goes out to Steve McGee who helped set up and tear down, and walked over 10 hours during the Relay. Thanks to Wayne Ramich, Mark Klein, Mark Mauser who volunteered to walk during the midnight to 5:00 AM shift. The CYMS jobsite was well represented... Great Job Everyone!

NICOLAYSEN ART MUSEUM DINNER

Attending the 24^th Annual Dinner & Auction Gala at Casper’s Nicolaysen Art Museum on September 11^th were Jim Mackey, Suzzy Johnson, John Griffith, Lauren Volk, Christine Priest, and Joanne Mauser. It was an elegant night filled with great food and drinks, along with wonderful conversation. The guys and gals looked very classy for the evening event. We loved the tuxedos… and yes, Jim sported one also! It was a fun night to represent Groathouse Construction at such an important function. The Nicolaysen Art Museum and Discovery Center is a significant centerpiece for Casper’s Cultural Community and we are proud to support it.

Casper Adopt-a-Street Clean Up

A BIG thank you to all the Casper employees and families who helped with the Adopt-a-Street clean up on Landmark Drive in east Casper on Sunday, August 30th. Groathouse Construction has been involved with the clean up of this street three times a year since 2007. We have collected approximately 1300 lbs. of litter, volunteered almost 100 hours, and cleaned a total of 6 miles over the past couple of years.

Our Casper office employees have also recycled approximately
200 lbs. of aluminum, 200 lbs. newspaper, 500 lbs. office paper, and 175 lbs. of magazines at the office since January 2008. We would like to encourage all GC employees to take part in community clean ups and recycling projects at their offices and job sites. This is a great way to be proactive towards a Green Environment!

Fort Washakie Gym Grand Opening

On August 26th, the Grand Opening for the Fort Washakie Gym addition was held.

The ceremony included a blessing of the building by the Elders of the Tribe, music and drums from the local choirs, unveiling of the new Eagles logo, a message from Sr. Mike Enzi, and the first free throw shots from two Alumni! See the photos posted of the event!