President’s Message
By Augustine Verrengia, P.E.
President, ASCE Austin Branch

ASCE Austin Branch Members –

As we begin a new year, the start of 2026 brings renewed energy, fresh goals, and a shared sense of momentum as we return from the holidays and set our sights on what lies ahead! As we soon observe the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Day, this month serves as a reminder of the importance of service, leadership, and collaboration with our peers to strengthen our communities.

 Looking forward, our Austin Branch has an exciting slate of events on the horizon. The Continuing Education Conference will be held in April and remains one of our flagship opportunities to grow professionally, earn valuable PDHs, and stay connected to the evolving practice of civil engineering. We are also gearing up for our Annual Pickleball Tournament in May, which continues to be a favorite event that blends friendly competition, networking, and fun in support of our branch. These events and of course, a wide-range of exciting topics at our monthly luncheons, our monthly networking coffee chats, as well as numerous other YMF events and opportunities to volunteer for events such as the Science Mill. For more information, I encourage you to look at our calendar on our website.

 None of these efforts happens without the dedication of our volunteers and the generous support of our sponsors. As we plan for the year ahead and begin thinking about next year’s leadership, I encourage those who are interested in giving back to consider volunteering for a board or committee position or exploring sponsorship opportunities. Getting involved is one of the most impactful ways to shape our programming, support our members, and contribute to the future of the profession in Central Texas. If you would like to learn more about leadership and volunteer roles for the upcoming year, please reach out to our Past President, Kat Lauer, at PastPresident@austinasce.org. Your time, talent, and support make a meaningful difference.

 Thank you for being part of our ASCE Austin community. I look forward to a year filled with learning, connection, and continued community impact.

Sincerely,
Augustine Verrengia, P.E.
President, ASCE Austin Branch