President’s Message
By Kat Lauer, P.E., M.ASCE
President, ASCE Austin Branch

As we step into the summer months, ASCE Austin is wrapping up a season of exciting achievements and setting the stage for what’s ahead. We’re dialing back formal programming, but there are still great ways to stay engaged and involved.

May was packed with momentum and meaningful events for our members. The 2nd Annual Pickleball Tournament on May 30th was a smashing success—featuring more teams, bigger crowds, and increased fundraising for our 2026 college scholarships. Earlier in the month, the Austin Geo-Institute hosted its first-ever luncheon on May 14th, and we came together to serve the community during our Central Texas Food Bank Volunteer Event on May 17th. Thank you to all who participated and helped make these events impactful!

Looking ahead, we invite you to our June Luncheon on Tuesday, June 17, where we’ll vote on the incoming 2025–26 ASCE Austin Branch Board. The new board will be installed at the September luncheon. This month’s luncheon will feature Kirk Scanlon, AICP, the Division Manager for the Austin Transportation and Public Works Smart Mobility Office. He’ll share insights on the City’s pilot program for emerging technologies, the status of autonomous vehicle deployment, and how Austin is responding to this disruptive technology.

From June 9–13, Austin will host ASCE Seminar Week, a premier opportunity to earn PDHs and deepen your technical expertise. Details and registration can be found at asceweek.org.

Although we take a break from luncheons in July and August, you can still connect with fellow members through our monthly Coffee Chats, happening this summer on June 24, July 22, and August 26.

Mark your calendars for September 17–19, when the Texas Section’s CECON conference returns to San Marcos. Don’t miss the inaugural CECON Golf Tournament on September 16 at Plum Creek Golf Course in Kyle. Learn more and register at texascecon.org and Golf Tournament Info.

Here’s to a great start to summer, and we look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events!

Kat Lauer, P.E., M.ASCE
President, ASCE Austin Branch