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BAC Local 1 WA/AK Chapter Meeting July 13th, 2023 @ 5:30 pm ZOOM registration link

Hi there,

BAC Local 1 WA/AK members you are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: July 13, 2023 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Strike FAQs

What does it mean if we go on strike June 1?

Collective Bargaining Updates

As of June 7th, all members should be back to work. All contracts have been settled and more details will be mailed out to our members later in the month.

Local 1 Constitution

Earlier this week, Secretary-Treasurer Sanden along with our election committee verified and counted the ballots for the Constitution and By-Laws this Local will be operating under going forward. I am pleased to inform the membership that the Constitution has been accepted (95% voted approve), and additionally the new check-off dues structure was passed (91% voted approve). The copy of the constitution that was originally mailed out to everyone can now be for official reference.

COVID-19 Resources And Response

(This page changes over time and some external links may be out of date or no longer work)

Many members are concerned about what is going on during this Stay Home order, what benefits are available, and what they should be doing as an individual to stay safe. Below are links to various letters and resources that may be helpful at this time:

May 29th OSHA issues guidance for construction work: CLICK HERE

IUBAC Sullivan to become Executive VP as Scarano announces retirement

[Washington, D.C.] March 18, 2020 – Gerard Scarano has announced his plans to retire from the International Union Executive Board effective March 31, 2020, ending fifteen years of service as an International Union Officer, and decades of leadership within BAC at the Local and Regional level. 

Final Rule On IRAPs

On March 11, 2020, the Department of Labor (DOL) published the final rule on “Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs” (IRAPs).

Scholarship Season Is Upon Us!

For students graduating this year and planning to attend school in Fall 2023, eligible dependents of BAC Local 1 WA/AK members can apply for the following scholarships:

Richard L. Jones Memorial Scholarship offered by BAC 1 WA/AK

Ann Gallagher Memorial Scholarship offered by Washington State Building Trades

Support the PRO Act

**UPDATE**

The PRO Act has passed the house of representatives with overwhelming support. Thank you to everyone that did their part and made their voice heard.

For too long, workers have been punished for coming together to form a union - their legal right in this country. Our labor laws desperately need to change. Click the link below and tell Congress to pass the PRO Act now and respect workers’ freedom to organize.

Field Representative/Organizer Position Available

**THIS JOB LISTING HAS BEEN CLOSED**

We are looking to hire for a Field Representative/Organizer position. If you are interested, please read the brief description below and apply by following the link at the bottom of the page. Submissions will be accepted through Friday February 7th.

Minimum Qualifications:

-          Candidates are to be members in good standing with Local 1 WA/AK

-          Have an outgoing personality, and ability to talk to strangers of all walks of life

March 2020 Union Meeting

DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS, THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A FUTURE DATE!!!

The first semi-annual Union meeting under the new Local has been scheduled for March 14th 2020. Doors will open and check-in begins at 11:00am. Any member wishing to have their membership card stamped up to date may bring it with them to have done.

*Lunch will be provided.