Sean McGarvey, newly appointed President of the Building Trades Construction Department, addressed the Emerald Cities Board on June 14, truly setting the tone for a remarkable commitment ahead after the passing of former President Mark Ayers. "The BCTD continues to stand foursquare behind this program," McGarvey stated. "Looking back and seeing what you've done and knowing that long after you're gone what you've built will still be there... that's an exciting thing, and I'm excited to be a part of this. I believe that we're set upon a path for growth in this industry which is going to accomplish and achieve the three main goals of Emerald Cities, and the building trades department maintains our commitment."