Kansas Land Improvement Contractors Association KLICA

24/04/2026

It is with heavy hearts we share the passing of Margery Jo Bayer. Margery passed away April 11, 2026 at the age of 101. Margery was the wife of the late Burke Bayer, Bayer Construction Company, Manhattan, KS. Bayer Construction Co. was one of the original members of KLICA. Margery was the 1990 KLICA Lady of the Year.

Margery is survived by her children, Dana Bayer and Becky (Bayer) Tadtman, her nine grandchildren: Jason Bayer and wife Jackie, Christy (Bayer) Graessle, Derrick Miller, Allen Miller, Matt Miller and wife Allison, Mitchell Miller, Andrew Miller, Brian Tadtman and wife Kat, Kevin Tadtman and wife Sarah; her 11 great grandchildren; Britney (Bayer) Grijalvas and husband Kobe, Bradley Bayer, Kiernan Graessle, Max Miller, Burke Miller, Reid Miller, Stephen Tadtman, Teddy Tadtman, Birdie Tadtman, Beckett Tadtman, Blair Tadtman.

Below is a link to Margery's obituary.
https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Margery-Bayer?obId=48127795

Our hearts are with Margery’s family during this difficult time.

17/04/2026

After a full Spring of dirt work, planting, haying, and hard work it's time for a break. And we have the perfect day planned for that break! The opportunity to get together with fellow KLICA members for a fun filled relaxing day. Engage in conversation with Associates and other Contractors to learn and share what is going on in the world of heavy equipment. Enjoy a cold beverage and take your frustrations out on a little white ball.
And this year we are offering the opportunity to purchase chances on winning five bottles of liquid gold smooth delicious sipping whiskies with proceeds going to our scholarship fund.
All this will take place on June 12 at the Spring Hill Golf Course in Seneca, KS. A link to a flyer is available on the KLICA website
https://kansaslica.com/
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with Jon Ungerer through this post or the contact information on the KLICA website.
See you in June!
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12/04/2026

There will be a Celebration of Life for Glenn Rockers on Saturday, May 9, 2026. It will be held at Glenns' barn, 1801 N 250 Rd., Baldwin, KS from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Please bring chairs and your drink of choice. Food trucks will be available.

08/04/2026

KLICA is ready for the Kansas One Call Safety Conference tomorrow. Expecting a big crowd of around 900 and some great subjects on the agenda. Looking forward to an exciting and full day of meeting people!

05/04/2026

The Kansas Land Improvement Contractors Association wishes everyone a Happy Easter. May you find joy and happiness in your lives this day and every day.

03/04/2026

Yesterday the KLICA Board held their 2nd Quarter Meeting at the Fort Hays Tech North Central Beloit campus. As always, the school were great hosts and after our meeting we enjoyed a delicious lunch in their cafeteria. After lunch we traveled out to the NCK Tech Beloit- Heavy Equipment Operations school where the board along with Natural Resources Conservation Services Rachel Schlais and Andy Broxterman presented the students with t-shirts, caps, and first aid kits. From the classroom we went outside where we were able to view the new machines the school got this last year and watch the students get some field training in.
Always a great time and opportunity to meet the future of the industry.

01/04/2026

Please see the link below for Glenn Rockers full obituary.
Glenn was recognized by KLICA with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022. RIP Glenn.

Celebrate the life of Glenn Rockers and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

29/03/2026

We are saddened to report that Glenn Rockers passed away this morning. Glenn was owner/operator of Rockers Excavating, Baldwin City, Kansas. Glenn was 1984 Contractor of the Year, President of KLICA in 1994 and was recognized with a KLICA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022.
The family is planning a Celebration of Life sometime in middle to late May. I will provide details and Glenns full obituary when they are available.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Glenns family.

Pictured is Glenn with his family and Lifetime Achievement Award. That is a great smile that will be missed.

26/03/2026

Wishing Gregory Thole a Happy Birthday today! 🎂🎂🎁🍺🍻

24/03/2026

Caterpillar has a new LICA Member Benefit. Click here to link to the CAT page with this benefit.
https://www.cat.com/en_US/by-industry/construction-industry-resources/compact-equipment-associations/lica.html
It is pretty exciting to see the LICA logo on the CAT webpage! Thank You to our National Staff for making this happen!

16/03/2026

Decided to give these AI photos I'm seeing a try. Makes your executive director look pretty important - and handsome!?!