On March 7th, Julie Russell, Ryan Sarna and Scot VanBuskirk, along with other NECA Chapter Executives and staff from around the country, met to hear updates from National NECA at the Association Executives Institute (AEI) in Philadelphia, where the next annual NECA Convention will be held. Presentations on Labor Relations and Multiemployer Composite Pension Plans were just a couple topics discussed during the conference. NECA President David Long spoke on NECA’s vision of Empowering Lives and Communities.
We encourage all Chapter members to attend the 2018 NECA Convention and Trade Show being held at the Philadelphia Convention Center from September 29th – October 2nd. Please note, early registration opens in June.
The 2018 Women in NECA (WIN) Leadership Summit is all about making connections that matter. Expect everything from special reports from fellow WIN members to networking opportunities and sessions on topics that matter to you. Click here to learn more.
Registration for the 2018 Future Leaders Conference is now open. NECA’s Future Leaders are the next generation of electrical contractors, as well as the next generation of industry leadership. This conference connects emerging professionals by offering events focused on networking and discussion topics to enhance their leadership skills and increase their involvement within the association, community and the industry. Click here for more information.
The 2018 Tri-District meeting will take place July 22nd – 26th, at the iconic Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs, CO. The itinerary includes informative meetings, entertaining evenings, championship golf and a plethora of activities at your fingertips. For detailed information, including pricing and full itinerary, click here to be directed to the Tri-District website. For assistance or to receive further information, please contact Julie Russell at the Chapter office.
Our 16th annual Golf Classic will take place on Monday, May 21, 2018, at Ruby Hill Golf Course in Pleasanton. Mark your calendars for this annual fundraiser and golf event with registration information to arrive at your inbox soon.
Not a golfer? We are always looking for volunteers to lend a hand at the event. Feel free to reach out to Julie Russell for more information.
The W. Creighton Schwan Scholarship was established in 2007 by the Northern California Chapter, NECA in memory of the late W. Creighton Schwan. This scholarship is available to students who meet the following requirements:
- Currently enrolled in a college program at a vocational college, community college or university with a focus on construction management for the electrical industry, electrical engineering or electrical inspection,
- The educational institution must be located in one NorCal NECA’s Counties,
- Stives to better him/her self through education,
- U.S. Citizen or permanent resident status, and
- Demonstrated community service.
To learn more about this scholarship and how to apply, please click here.
AB 1701 was a top priority of California Building Trades unions and perhaps the most contentious industry measure in 2017. While our lobbyist worked diligently to try and improve the measure to limit its impact on quality union subcontractors, future litigation will ultimately shape how, and to what extent, this statute will impact the construction industry. Due to the increased attention and confusion on what the new law does and does not do, our lobbyist has prepared the attached summary.
On January 2, 2018, civil penalty amounts for violations of workplace safety and health standards increased by two percent from last year. In accordance with the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015, the Department of Labor is required to adjust penalties for inflation each year. New penalties for willful and repeat violations are $129,336 per violation, serious, other-than-serious, and posting requirements are $12,934 per violation; and failure to correct violations is $12,934 for each day the condition continues.
All Chapter Members are encouraged to participate with us in Sacramento for our annual Day at the Capitol on March 21st. Contractor’s personal stories and interactions with elected officials have been impactful and have had a favorable result on legislation to protect electrical contractor’s interest. Join us this year as we continue to advocate for Change Order legislation and prompt pay. Complete and return the attached registration form and make plans to join us in Sacramento. Contact Julie Russell for more information.
Remember to submit your reimbursement request for meetings and events attended in 2017. As a reminder, NECA Staff recently provided each NorCal NECA Member Contractor with their Education Fund Credit balance for 2017. The deadline to submit for your 2017 education fund reimbursement is January 31, 2018. Take advantage of this member-only benefit and submit your reimbursement before the deadline. Questions? Contact Janet Siemens at the Chapter office.
