Long-rising materials prices and a labor shortage are pushing up the price tag for nonresidental buildings, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of Wisconsin.

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A nationwide trade association reported Friday that nonresidential construction spending decreased by 1.8 percent in the fourth quarter of 2015.

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By Martin Crutsinger AP Economics Writer Washington — Construction spending edged up in June but all the strength came from the government. Private sector activity in housing and nonresidential projects fell. Construction spending rose 0.1 percent in June, the Commerce ...

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OSHA reports • Nyhof Custom Gutter & Aluminum Inc., Oostburg, reached an informal settlement with OSHA on May 18 to reduce a $525 scaffolding citation to $367.50 and a $525 scaffolding-training citation to $367.50. The company was issued the citations ...

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OSHA reports •    Burdick Siding and Roofing, Portage, reached a formal settlement with OSHA on April 24 to reduce a $4,000 fall-protection citation to $1,500 and a $4,000 fall-protection-training citation to $1,500. The company was issued the citations Aug. 7, ...

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