3 On behalf of the Utah Asphalt Pavement Association’s (UAPA) Pavement Preservation Committee, I am pleased to introduce a valuable resource dedicated to enhancing the maintenance and preservation of asphalt pavements throughout Utah. We hope that municipalities, property management professionals, school districts, developers, homeowner associations, churches and all owners of asphalt roads and parking lots will benefit from the collective experience and knowledge of UAPA’s membership. By leveraging this expertise, we can work together to ensure the longevity and performance of our asphalt infrastructure. Our state’s highway infrastructure represents a substantial investment of $44 billion, with $24 billion in asphalt and concrete. It’s vital that we prioritize the preservation and timely maintenance of not just highways, but also parking lots, city streets and other critical surfaces. A proactive and thoughtful approach to asphalt maintenance and preservation ensures that we effectively protect our assets, allowing us to continue investing in essential new projects. Utah’s extreme temperature variations take a significant toll on our pavements, making it imperative that we focus on caring for the foundations of our roads and public spaces. UAPA is fortunate to have a dedicated community of professionals in the asphalt industry who are committed to this cause. As an association, we aim to provide support, technical expertise and resources to help maintain the integrity of our infrastructure across the state of Utah. Thank you for your attention to this important initiative, and we look forward to any feedback on this resource guide that you may have. Sincerely, Rick W. Johnson UAPA Executive Director rickwjohnson@utahasphalt.org
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