On Oct. 3 the Los Angeles City Council recognized the Bechtel Corporation for 127 years of infrastructure work, citing projects that include work on the 1984 Olympic infrastructure and past phases of local rail construction.

Councilmember Monica Rodriguez introduced the recognition and invited Dr. Ziyad Hakim, Bechtel’s general manager for public infrastructure in the western U.S., to accept the certificate. Hakim described Bechtel’s Los Angeles office as a regional hub and highlighted the company’s global experience, work with small businesses and community outreach events.

Why it matters
The presentation acknowledged a long‑running private contractor’s role in regional infrastructure projects and highlighted small‑business participation goals as part of large public works efforts.

What was said (highlights)
- Monica Rodriguez: described Bechtel’s local projects and contributions to regional infrastructure.
- Dr. Ziyad Hakim: noted Bechtel’s past projects and the company’s emphasis on partnering with small businesses for local projects.

The council presented a certificate recognizing Bechtel’s contributions to regional infrastructure and small‑business engagement.