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ATTN: BAC Local 1 WA/AK Members

Hi there,

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Aug 11, 2022 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqfu6hpzgrGdJzHrNcATWbyg7w--_...

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours containing information about joining the meeting.

BAC Local 1 Golf Tourney

“Don’t forget to register for the BAC Local 1 WA-AK Golf Tournament happening on Saturday, July 16th, 2022. Time is running out! Family and Friends are welcome to play!

BAC Local 1 WA/AK Chapter Meeting May 12th, 2022 @ 5:30 pm ZOOM registration link

Hi there,

BAC Local 1 WA/AK members you are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: May 12, 2022 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

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Election Results

Below are the 2021 Union Officers Election results.

BAC Local 1 WA Chapter Meeting Canceled June 09th, 2022

The BAC Local 1 WA Chapter meeting will be canceled this month. BAC Staff will be out of town to attend the Western States Cluster Meeting. See you all on July 14th.  

WWMT IS NOW HIRING PCC INSTRUCTOR

Job Title: BAC Local #1 WA PCC Instructor  Position filled

Western Washington Masonry Trades (WWMT) invites applications from qualified tradespeople interested in sharing their skills with our apprentices to fill temporary positions as Instructors in our Pointer, Cleaner, Caulker Program.

The PCC Program includes installing the various mechanical set stone systems/Rain Screen, brick, block, coatings, waterproofing, cutting, grinding, cleaning, sealing, historical masonry procedures, best practices & much more.

WWMT NOW HIRING APPRENTICE COORDINATOR

Job Title: Fulltime Apprentice Coordinator (Position filled) 

 Western Washington Masonry Trades (WWMT) invites applications from qualified tradespeople interested in sharing their skills with our WWMT staff and BAC Local #1 WA/AK members to help retain and provide the most current training in all of our crafts.  

WWMT Now Hiring Tile Instructor

*This position is closed*

Job Title: BAC Local #1 WA Tile/Marble Instructor

Western Washington Masonry Trades (WWMT) invites applications from qualified tradespeople interested in sharing their skills with our apprentices to fill temporary positions as Instructors in our Tile/Marble Program.

The Tile/Marble Program includes installing the various mechanical set stone systems/Rain Screen, stone fabrication, grouting, floating, waterproofing, cutting, installing tile, cleaning, sealing, best practices & much more.

Vaccination Mandate

Recent government orders from both the state and federal level has put mandates and rules in place requiring mandatory vaccinations either companywide or site specific.

We strongly encourage our members to get vaccinated; however this Local will continue to fight for our members rights including those to be exempt from the mandate based on sincerely held beliefs and medical conditions.

WA Cares Fund / Long Term Care

The WA Cares Fund is a new tax our members employed in Washington State will see deducted from their paychecks beginning January 1st, 2022. An overview of the WA Cares Fund can be found on their website at: http://www.wacaresfund.wa.gov/ . Please note that as a new law just starting to be implemented there may be changes over the next couple years as the implementation evolves.

This is a calculated tax and we estimate that most of our members will see an additional $9-$11 taken out of their weekly paychecks.

Charles "Bob" Iyall for Olympia Port Commissioner

The Management Committe of this Local is endorsing Mr. Iyall for Olympia Port Commissioner and urges all members for their support and vote. Bob Iyall is a (42) year member of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local 1 and supports living wage job opportunities. Mr. Iyall is a Nisqually Tribal Elder and the Chief Executive Officer of Medicine Creek Enterprise Corporation where, in cooperation with the Board of Directors, he oversees the day-to-day management of all enterprises owned by the Nisqually Indian Tribe including the Nisqually Red Wind Casino.

2021 Member Picnic

July 31, 2021 was a great day to have a picnic, and over 300 attendees agreed! Great laughs and memories were shared throughout the day. We are looking forward to making this an annual event once again. We are also looking forward to any feedback you may have to improve next year's event, so please feel free to write your comments and submit the form at the bottom of this page.