BAC Journal (Issue 1, 2024)

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CONTENTS

The Official Journal of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (ISSN 0362-3696) | ISSUE 1 | 2024 EXECUTIVE BOARD Timothy Driscoll President Jeremiah Sullivan, Jr. Secretary-Treasurer Keith Hocevar Executive Vice President REGIONAL DIRECTORS NORTHEAST Al Catalano IU Northeast Regional Director, Albany, NY Email: acatalano@bacweb.org Office: 518-439-6080 SOUTH Ed Navarro IU South Regional Director, Lawton, OK Email: enavarro@bacweb.org Office: 580-357-3048

BAC stood shoulder to shoulder with UAW members at picket lines across the country. With strong union solidarity, workers made major gains for wages and benefits in multiple industries, including: automotive, construction, arts & entertainment, transportation, and healthcare. Read more in News and Brief on page 9.

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President’s Message

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Canada

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Mensaje Del Presidente

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Scholarship Winners

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Members at Work

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International Funds

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News in Brief

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MAP

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IMI/IMTEF

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Sporting Life

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Legislative and Political

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Local Compass

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Organizing

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In Memoriam

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Safety and Health

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NORTH CENTRAL Jeremy Rivas IU North Central Regional Director, Portage, IN Email: jrivas@bacweb.org Office: 219-248-5017 WEST Darin Compton IU West Regional Director, San Leandro, CA Email: dcompton@bacweb.org Office: 202-304-8582 CANADA Craig Strudwick IU Canada Regional Director, Ottawa, ON Email: cstrudwick@bacweb.org Office: 613-830-0333

Editorial Staff: Emily Smith, Kim Ward The BAC Journal (ISSN 0362-3696) is published quarterly for $1.50 per year in advance, postage paid, for the U.S. and Canada ($1.75 per year in all foreign countries belonging to the Postal Union) by the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers.

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Unions Make Democracy Work

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orkers join unions to build worker power in pursuit of better pay, improved benefits, safer working conditions, and a voice on the job. However, unions also need to advocate for workers beyond the jobsite.

Across both our countries, at all levels of government, we need leaders dedicated to serving the needs of working families. That means electing leaders who stand up for the right of workers to organize unions, to negotiate fair and just contracts, to protect hard-won wage and benefit standards, and to enjoy a dignified retirement after a lifetime of demanding work.

Democracy can only succeed when we hold elected officials accountable in our fight to ensure that workers’ interests are at the forefront of government actions.

We see this in Canada where the Sustainable Jobs Act (Bill C-50) formally recognizes the need for workers’ voices, their unions, to be engaged in the policies that will create and protect good, unionized jobs in the transition to a low-carbon economy (p.27). While in the US, the Biden Administration is strengthening the legal protections for workers to join unions.

And where employers unlawfully refuse to recognize unions or bargain in good faith, the Administration has added teeth to the legal

remedies available against such lawbreakers (p.21).

The Biden Administration has also updated and strengthened the process for establishing prevailing wage standards on federally funded construction projects – also known as the Davis-Bacon Act, the law that prevents low-road contractors from securing construction contracts by slashing the wages of workers below the local prevailing wage (p.22). As a result, over 1.2 million construction workers employed annually on federally funded construction projects will receive the protection of local area standards, and the local communities that they live in will realize the benefits that grants.

BAC members have always understood that our skills, work ethic and commitment to craft are what distinguish us in the field.

Those skills were on clear display at the Ford Research & Engineering (R&E) Campus in Dearborn, Michigan where the members of BAC Local 2 Michigan are busy constructing a campus that will shape the next generation of the automotive industry (p.3). In a similar vein, BAC members and our contractors must be prepared to meet the emerging challenges that a changing construction industry presents.

Accordingly, we will continue to explore new building products and

systems that provide the potential to expand work opportunities for BAC members (p.16).

Change within our industry has been a constant since our union’s founding. But what has not changed over the years is the commitment of BAC members to each other, their community, and their fellow workers. This solidarity was front and center last year when BAC locals across the International Union provided support to striking workers across industries ranging from autoworkers to healthcare workers to the entertainment industry (p.9).

2024 will be an equally busy year for unions as workers across all industries seek better pay, benefits and treatment on the job.

2024 is also a federal election year in the US. As union members, we need to be mindful that what workers win at the negotiating table or on the picket line can be undermined by elected officials. So, let’s make sure that government delivers for working families by supporting those candidates that stand up for the rights of workers and their unions.

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MENSAJE DEL PRESIDENTE

Los sindicatos impulsan el desarrollo de la democracia

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os trabajadores se afilian a sindicatos con el fin de desarrollar el poder de los trabajadores en busca de mejores salarios, mejores beneficios, condiciones laborales más seguras y una voz en el trabajo. Sin embargo, los sindicatos también deben abogar por los trabajadores más allá del lugar de trabajo.

Necesitamos en todos los niveles gubernamentales de nuestros dos países, líderes dedicados a atender las necesidades de las familias trabajadoras. Eso significa elegir líderes que defiendan el derecho de los trabajadores a organizar sindicatos, a negociar contratos justos y equitativos, a proteger los estándares salariales y de beneficios conseguidos con tanto esfuerzo y a disfrutar de una jubilación digna después de toda una vida de trabajo exigente. El éxito de la democracia sólo es posible cuando responsabilizamos a los funcionarios electos en nuestra lucha por garantizar que los intereses de los trabajadores estén al frente de las acciones gubernamentales.

Esto lo vemos en Canadá, donde la Ley de Empleo Sostenible (Proyecto de Ley C-50) reconoce formalmente la necesidad de que las voces de los trabajadores, sus sindicatos, participen en las políticas que crearán y protegerán buenos empleos sindicalizados en la transición a una economía baja en carbono (p.27). Mientras tanto en Estados Unidos, la Administración del Presidente Biden está fortaleciendo las protecciones legales para que los trabajadores se afilien a sindicatos. Y en aquellos casos en los que los empleadores se niegan ilegalmente a reconocer a los sindicatos o a negociar de buena fe, la Administración ha reforzado los recursos legales disponibles contra dichos infractores de la ley (p.21).

La Administración del Presidente Biden también ha actualizado y fortalecido el proceso para establecer estándares salariales prevalecientes en proyectos de construcción financiados con fondos federales – también conocido como la Ley Davis-Bacon, la ley que impide que contratistas deshonestos obtengan contratos de construcción recortando los salarios de los trabajadores por debajo del salario local prevaleciente (p.22). Como resultado, más de 1,2 millones de trabajadores de la construcción empleados anualmente en proyectos de 2 // BRICKLAYERS AND ALLIED CRAFTWORKERS

construcción financiados con fondos federales recibirán la protección de los estándares del área local, y las comunidades locales en las que viven obtendrán los beneficios que esto otorga.

Los miembros del BAC siempre han entendido que nuestras habilidades, nuestra ética laboral y nuestro compromiso para con el oficio son lo que nos distingue en el campo. Esas habilidades quedaron claramente expuestas en el Campus de Investigación e Ingeniería (R&E, por sus siglas en inglés) de Ford en Dearborn, Michigan, donde los miembros del BAC Local 2 Michigan están ocupados construyendo un campus que dará forma a la próxima generación de la industria automotriz (p.3). De manera similar, los miembros del BAC y nuestros contratistas deben estar preparados para enfrentar los desafíos emergentes que presenta una industria de la construcción cambiante. Por lo tanto, continuaremos explorando nuevos productos y sistemas de construcción que brinden el potencial de ampliar las oportunidades laborales para los miembros del BAC (p.16).

El cambio dentro de nuestra industria ha sido una constante desde la fundación de nuestro sindicato. Pero lo que no ha cambiado a lo largo de los años es el compromiso de los miembros del BAC entre sí, para con su comunidad y para con sus compañeros de trabajo. Esta solidaridad estuvo al frente y centro el año pasado cuando las sedes locales del BAC en todo el Sindicato Internacional brindaron apoyo a los trabajadores en huelga en industrias que van desde trabajadores automotrices hasta trabajadores de la salud y la industria del entretenimiento (p.9). El 2024 será un año igualmente ocupado para los sindicatos, ya que los trabajadores de todas las industrias buscarán mejores salarios, beneficios y trato en el trabajo.

El 2024 es también un año de elecciones federales en Estados Unidos. Como miembros del sindicato, debemos ser conscientes de que lo que los trabajadores ganan en la mesa de negociaciones o en los piquetes puede ser socavado por los funcionarios electos. Entonces, asegurémonos de que el gobierno cumpla con las familias trabajadoras apoyando a aquellos candidatos que defienden los derechos de los trabajadores y sus sindicatos. //

MEMBERS AT WORK

BAC Members Build The Future of US Automaking How BAC Local 2 Michigan is helping an iconic automaker prepare for the future

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t first glance, the groundbreaking development of a world-class research and engineering center for Ford Motor Company almost seems surreal. However, the future of American auto manufacturing is very real — and it’s being built outside of Dearborn, MI with brick, block, and the sweat and ingenuity of BAC members.

The first thing that hit John Alastra, BAC Local 2 Michigan member and General Foreman for Leidel & Hart, was the schedule.

The campus project — or Hub, as it is more commonly referred to — is part of a master plan that

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includes a walkable campus of interconnected buildings, expected to house 20,000-plus employees.

The project’s flexible, high-tech environment will be the centerpiece of the automaker’s innovative mobility solutions — with campus transportation including electric bikes, scooters and shuttles. The comprehensive project, projected to run through 2026 with a second phase beginning in 2025, is part of an equally impressive restoration of a nearby train station and popular, growing neighborhood.

“The schedule was very aggressive,” Alastra says. “Every successful project needs good people, and on this project, nearly everyone involved stepped up to be a leader of the team or part of it.

When everyone understands the processes and trusts one another to support each other, there is no limit to what we can achieve.”

Members of BAC Local 2 Michigan, employed by Leidal & Hart Mason Contractors Inc. and Dixon Inc., were at the center of this teamwork approach. When Alastra

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and his fellow foremen reflect on the effort to hit the deadlines, even they stand in awe of the work achieved.

To date, more than 300,000 concrete masonry units have been installed, most of which are 12-inch CMU and 250,000 16-inch long roman brick, resting in one of the most unique building facades the area has seen in quite some time.

to avoid back and shoulder injuries — helping boost productivity and morale of the workers.

“Thanks to MULEs and grout pumps, our teams were able to keep the pace of production even when working overtime,” Alastra says. “Preparation is key to creating a workflow that allows the teams to move from location to

location. Part of the preparation we did was to inform the teams of the design criteria, and ensure that each time they went to a new wall, it was set up and ready to go. Efficiency lends to a safer and more productive job.”

Joe Plummer, a Local 2 Michigan member and sub-foreman on the project, says his approach

USING NEW TECHNOLOGY TO GET THE JOB DONE To help the BAC team overcome some of the logistical and schedule challenges, Leidal & Hart/Dixon deployed several pieces of technology to aid in the construction of the building. The BAC team received hands-on training using the MULE lift assist technology prior to arriving on site. This allowed easier installation of 32-inch long, 12-inch CMUs. Masons were able

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MEMBERS AT WORK to the job on day one was to apply himself to any task he was given, and to not leave loose ends to fix later. One of those tasks — fittingly, for work on an Innovation Center — was learning how to incorporate new tools. “An everyday challenge for me was to keep

ahead on layout. That mostly involved working and learning the new Trimble Total Station layout machine and how to read prints on a digital format. The time constraints that I feel we dealt with the most were syncing up to the other trades and having to change

BAC Members with other Leidel & Hart / Dixon employees on the job site.

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our direction in the job to keep moving in a productive manner.”

As with any BAC-related project, all challenges come down to having the right leadership in place.

Plummer says that this particular job proved why BAC has the manpower and leadership needed to

handle anything. “Whatever bump, hiccup or confusion we had during the project, there was always the correct guidance and information in place to turn things around. Even if it was just a matter of a worker not having enough experience for a certain part, there was someone who had the experience and was willing to teach.”

In addition to the masonry units used, over 1,200 cubic yards of grout was batched on-site. The grout was laid utilizing up-hill grout pumps for most of the delivery. The layout crews had the added benefit of utilizing additional technology to cut down on the amount of time spent laying out walls, and completely eliminate the possibility for costly layout mistakes.

The technology, coupled with 3D modeling of the entire scope of work by CADBlox, created an environment where leadership on the project could be more focused on the safe construction of the walls while still meeting a very aggressive schedule.

“The sheer size of the project is just impressive,” said foreman Rick Murphy, a Local 2 Michigan member. “At the time we started, it was the largest site in Michigan, and the third largest in the country. I’ve gained a lot of experience from working on tasks outside of my comfort zone, especially with new technologies.”

Along with working on projects like the Hub that help make a difference to the communities and industries they serve, Murphy credits BAC with the opportunities it affords him and his colleagues.

“I’ve been fortunate to have steady employment through Leidal & Hart and Dixon,” he said. “ My previous [non-union] job did not offer benefits. It was a much smaller wage. The biggest benefit to being a member of our union is in the

wages and benefits that we receive for ourselves and our family.”

Plummer says that as a legacy BAC member, his work on the Hub will be part of a story he can pass down the line. “The BAC is a big part of my family. I come from a family of union masons, and the importance of the union has always been a conversation in my household. It’s important to me to be a union mason, just like my dad and his dad before him.”

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“The Ford Innovation Hub project shows what happens when good and innovative union companies, Leidal & Hart Mason Contractors Inc. and Dixon Inc., team up with the best hands in the business,” said Local 2 Michigan President Paul Dunford. “This project was built with the perfect blend of future tech and thoroughly trained, skilled masons’ hands. We look forward to continuing our partnership as we build the future.”

When he reflects on his time on the Hub, Plummer’s takeaways are something every BAC member can attest to with every job. “I had the opportunity to learn from great mentors. And I was able to work in an environment where everyone really enjoyed the job.” // 8 // BRICKLAYERS AND ALLIED CRAFTWORKERS

NEWS IN BRIEF

BAC Stands in Solidarity with UAW Strikers

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or six weeks in September and October, tens of thousands of autoworkers employed by the “Big Three” — Stellantis, General Motors, and Ford — walked off the job in a “stand-up strike” aimed at winning fair contracts for United Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) members across the US. BAC members throughout the country, including International President Tim Driscoll, Local/ADC officers, and union staff, joined the picket lines in support.

The solidarity of all unions at the picket lines helped the UAW achieve historic tentative agreements at all three companies.

One of the biggest issues UAW workers were fighting for was protection of their pensions. “Those of us in the trades are lucky enough to have defined-benefit pension plans. The UAW members deserve the same — all working people deserve them,” said BAC Local 3 MA/ME/NH/RI Vice President Jim Pimental while he walked the UAW Local 2250 picket line outside of St. Louis, MO. “Companies can’t make the profit they make without the workers who do the work. The workers deserve to be paid fairly, and that comes with good fringe benefits, so they can retire with dignity and take care of their families.”

Noah Carmichael, Director of Organizing for Local 23 OH/WV/ KY/MD, explained from the UAW picket line, “We [BAC members] build communities and the workers here build automobiles. Workers make the world go around. These companies need to learn that it’s time to share the wealth workers created and executives have hoarded for themselves. This fight

is larger than just BAC, larger than just the UAW.” “It’s for all the workers in this country and everywhere to set a precedence and say, ‘You’re going to share some of this wealth with us,’” Carmichael continued. “‘We build the nation, we build everything, so we deserve to get our fair share of what we’ve worked for.’”

Left to right: IUPAT General President Jimmy Williams, BAC President Tim Driscoll, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA- 05), UAW Local 2250 President Katie Deatherage, Ironworkers General President Eric Dean, and UAW Regional Representative Dan Kandlbinder.

BAC President Tim Driscoll, Ironworkers General President Eric Dean, IUPAT General President Jimmy Williams and their respective union membership, along with Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA- 05), in front of UAW Local 2250 before joining the picket line.

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BAC members standing in solidarity with UAW members outside of St. Louis, MO.

UAW members and their allies were not alone on the picket lines, as the fight for a fair share of the wealth created by workers was also evident in strikes by the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) and more than 75,000 healthcare workers

represented by the Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions. Likewise, the Writers Guild of America ratified a landmark agreement at the beginning of October, after nearly five months on strike. BAC will always stand with our union brothers and sisters in labor when they strike for workplace justice. //

BAC President Tim Driscoll and Administrative District Council of Eastern Missouri Director Brian Jennewein on the picket line.

BAC Delegates Attend LCLAA Convention BAC delegation

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wenty-two local union officers and international union staff from across the US attended the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement’s (LCLAA) 24th National Membership, held August 2–5 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

The theme of the Convention was Together Towards Tomorrow: Trabajadores Para un Futuro Justo.

Delegates heard from a range of speakers, including AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond,

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten, and IUPAT President James Williams, among other prominent global leaders from Puerto Rico, Honduras, and Brazil.

Delegates participated in a variety of educational workshops on topics such as building power with immigrant workers, fostering strength and success for LGBTQ+ workers, and engaging and empowering women in the trades. BAC delegates also participated in a day of service, assisting

four non-profit organizations with maintenance projects.

“Being at this convention afforded me the opportunity to meet, and build relationships with, my sibling union members as well as reconnect with others that I’ve known for many years,” shared Local 7 NY/NJ Organizer Lamont Maura. “I was afforded the opportunity to have great after-hour conversations with other attendees from a multitude of unions and better understand the importance of labor solidarity across industries.” //

BAC delegates poured concrete at Egida del Maestro, a teachers’ retirement home. Pictured in the foreground is Local 8 SE Secretary-Treasurer Robert Baker floating the concrete, and in the background from left, Local 7 NY/NJ Organizer Lamont Maura, IU Northeast Regional Representative Mark Davis, and IU North Central Regional Representative Raul Zamarron.

BAC Local Leadership Conference Focuses on Strategic Organizing

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rom Oct. 31–Nov. 2, BAC local union leaders from across the US and Canada gathered in Linthicum Heights, MD for the union’s 2023 Local Leadership Conference.

Participants learned about strategic organizing, bolstered their skills as leaders of the union, and shared experiences with each other.

Throughout the three-day educational program, local leaders heard from plenary speakers, participated in a series of workshops, and had hands-on mock interview training on how to organize contractors, all with one goal in mind — to grow our union and our market share.

International Brotherhood of Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien

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To achieve that goal, as BAC President Tim Driscoll pointed out in his opening remarks, “We must reimagine our outreach and recruitment efforts, go into the communities where good jobs are hard to find, and make connections with workers who do not know the middle-class life of the skilled union trades is a real option for them.”

Plenary speaker Sean O’Brien, General President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, shared his insights on the union’s successful campaign in mobilizing the UPS workers for their contract negotiations and strike threat — discussing why solidarity is so important in winning these campaigns. “We are not just labor organizations. We are communities,” O’Brien said. “When you have 340,000 workers standing together

at the picket line, it shows vision — not division.”

BAC local leaders also gained hands-on organizing skills through a variety of workshops. From strategically using market recovery to budgeting, top-down organizing, and using cellphones for dynamic visual media, local leaders heard from experts in these fields, asked questions, and shared best practices with each other.

Many participants expressed their appreciation for this wonderful learning opportunity.” The education I’ve received at the conference is priceless,” Local 5 PA President Tom Smith said. “The plenary sessions opened my eyes and gave me a fresh update on our industry. It’s great to see leaders working together to come up with the best strategies to move our union forward.”

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Ray Lemke, President of Local 3 Iowa, echoed these sentiments, “This year’s conference was tailored very well to my needs as a principal officer. These educational programs are essential to equipping us with organizing skills and offering us great networking opportunities that would not happen at the local level.” //

BAC Reputation and Collaboration Lead to New Terrazzo Signatory

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errazzo is in the foundation of the Lenarduzzi family, with over 100 years in the industry and family businesses in Italy, Holland, and Iowa. When Des Moines-based Lenarduzzi Terrazzo Co. needed more manpower for a growing base of work, President Dario Lenarduzzi searched online and found BAC. Reaching out via different channels — including messaging international representatives on LinkedIn and calling the ADC 1 of IL training center — he met with representatives from Local 3 Iowa and Local 15 Missouri/Kansas/Nebraska, practically signing on the spot.

“He was very excited to join us,” said Local 3 Iowa President Ray Lemke. “We showed him everything a partnership with the BAC is able to provide, and discussed what we can work on together to create a strong local terrazzo program.”

“It was a really good meeting,” Local 15 Missouri/Kansas/ Nebraska President Dustin Himes agreed. “He was all about manpower and all about the training.

He was very excited about being able to get guys from across the country.”

Like refractory bricklayers, many terrazzo workers find travel for work to be a basic element of the craft, but both Lemke and

BAC members part of Lenarduzzi Terrazzo’s new union team, (l-r) Jared Hickman, Juan Balderas, Chad Evans, Tyson Evans, Jeremy Hutzenbuehler

Himes are excited about the ability to provide local work opportunities and terrazzo training to their members. “I am excited because it is an open canvas for us in Iowa, with a local terrazzo contractor,” Lemke explained. “There is a lot of terrazzo work coming here, so it is a great way to grow our membership. It also opens up avenues in our area for our signatory general contractors to know that we have a terrazzo signatory they can get bids out to.”

“This relationship with Dario can also help us grow our access to the local TMT market,” Himes expressed. “He has a lot of connections in the area, and we can show him and others what benefits there are when a company joins with the BAC.” When asked about the experience organizing the contractor, Himes pointed out the success

was in large part due to the collaboration with the international representatives, two local unions, and even IMI/IMTEF. “It takes a village, it is more than one meeting, one touch. The collaboration with the IU and the locals is part of what made signing Lenarduzzi Terrazzo easy,” Himes explained. “It isn’t one person pitching. He found out information online about IMI, then contacted multiple people.

IU Tile/Marble/Terrazzo Craft Director Darin Compton reached out to me, and then Local 3 and 15 collaborated.”

“Also, Dario was excited for what IMI/IMTEF had to offer,” Himes continued. “We have always talked about IMI being involved in top-down organizing, and I now see the benefit to it… how much that can really help move the needle forward.” // ISSUE 1, 2024 // 13

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New Leaders Develop Their Skills

The August 2023 class of BAC New Leaders graduates. Front row, from left, Lamont Maura, Jim Fulton, Sierra Kriston, BAC President Tim Driscoll, and BAC Secretary-Treasurer Jerry Sullivan. Second row, from left, Daren Gulliver, Mariela Diaz, Matthew Hopkins, BAC Executive Vice President Keith Hocevar, Sam Grimard, Arnaldo Martinez, and Tony Morrow. Back row, from left, Terry Daniel, Peter Traverse, Guy DeBack, Ira Maheu, Ignacio Amoles, Willie Douglas, Tim Penman, Shawn Lenczowski, Cam Bruno, and Nick Driscoll.

The September 2023 class of BAC New Leaders graduates. Front row, from left: Joseph Genovese, Jesus Ochoa Escajeda, Chris Tedford, BAC Secretary-Treasurer Jerry Sullivan, BAC President Tim Driscoll, Chris Fillmore, Scott Senese, and Kaydane Grant. Back row, left to right: William Canady, Bob Briley, Charles Kimball, Brett Jennings, Brian Hogue, Rich Gaviani, Andy Hanrahan, Jonathan Castillo, Brian Sundermann, BAC Executive Vice President Keith Hocevar, Justin Summerfield, Kevin Donaghey, and Tim Kaikkonen.

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he International Union (IU) held two New Leaders programs this year, the first from August 13–17 at the Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS) in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and the second from September 17–21 at the Hilton

Washington DC Capitol Hill. A total of 37 new leaders from across the United States and Canada participated in these programs.

A key educational program since 1974, the training offers an extensive orientation to the IU’s programs, resources, and personnel

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for recently appointed or elected Local/ADC officers and staff. The programs consisted of a hybrid of online and in-person sessions.

Attendees participated in online training sessions on the Action Builder organizing tool and on identifying and tracking projects before the intensive 5-day in-person session.

During the in-person training, participants learned about the union’s core functions and structure, organizing tactics, project tracking using the Construct Connect construction project database, time management, Microsoft Excel, IMI and IMTEF, and IU departments and programs. The training centered on organizing, covering topics such as organizing basics, tactics, and how to talk with non-union workers, as well as a Construction Organizing Membership Education Training (COMET) train-the-trainer and an overview of steward training.

“It was great to see all of the new and upcoming leadership working to build a better BAC. I learned so many skills for organizing — to promote BAC membership to workers inside and outside the industry that don’t have the wages, benefits and safety conditions that we have,” remarked Local 1 OR/WA/ID/MT President Shawn Lenczowski, who attended the August program. //

BAC Local Unions Celebrate Labor Day

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AC Local Unions and ADCs showed solidarity with the rest of their union brothers and sisters on Labor Day — marching in parades across the country, showcasing BAC pride. //

Local 15 Missouri/Kansas/Nebraska Omaha Chapter Administrative District Council 1 of Illinois/Local 21 Illinois

Local 4 Indiana/Kentucky Merrillville Chapter

Local 4 Indiana/Kentucky Terra Haute Chapter

Local 2 Michigan

BAC President Tim Driscoll addressed a meeting of the Eastern Missouri Administrative District Council in October.

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IMI & IMTEF

From Algae-Based Block to Ultra-Fast Setting Terrazzo, BAC Craftworkers Among the First to Install Innovative New Materials

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MI and IMTEF stay ahead of new trends, materials, and innovations hitting the market to help BAC craftworkers and contractors seize more work

opportunities. Here’s a look at some of IMI and IMTEF’s latest cross-disciplinary collaborations that showcase the expertise and professionalism of BAC installers Photo Credit: Dave Burk © SOM

The Bio-Block Spiral, a part of the Chicago Architecture Biennial, and constructed by IMI, BAC ADC 1 of Illinois, and J&E Duff, Inc. Photo Credit: Francisco Lopez de Arenosa © SOM

Watch SOM’s video for a behind-thescenes look at the Bio-Block installations performed by BAC craftworkers at the International Training Center.

Construction of SOM’s serpentine wall design with Bio-Block at the BAC/IMI International Training Center.

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to design professionals, owners, general contractors, manufacturers, and beyond.

IMI AND BAC CRAFTWORKERS TEST NEW ZERO CARBON BLOCK Innovative startup Prometheus Materials has partnered with global design firm Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill (SOM) to develop an algae-based, zero carbon concrete block that could drastically reduce the construction industry’s impact on global carbon emissions — and in doing so, create more work opportunities for bricklayers. IMI saw a natural partnership opportunity, and teamed up with Prometheus and SOM to evaluate the constructability of Bio-Block™. The first of these green units are currently installed and being assessed at the International Training Center in Bowie, Maryland as a part of the material’s ongoing performance testing.

“By letting the industry professionals work with the new material, we get direct feedback from these masons and craftworkers into the research and design process,” said Chas Peppers, Director of Operations, Research, and Innovation at SOM.

The collaboration continued at the Chicago Architecture Biennial. IMI, BAC Administrative District Council 1 of Illinois craftworkers, and signatory contractor J&E Duff, Inc. constructed a public installation designed by SOM called the Bio-Block Spiral.

The exhibit is on display at the Mews in Fulton Market Chicago through Feb. 11, 2024.

BAC CONTRACTORS BECOME PREFERRED INSTALLERS FOR NEW CEMENTITIOUS TERRAZZO SYSTEM IMI recently offered a series of terrazzo workshops across the country, in conjunction with Mapei, to give contractors the ISSUE 1, 2024 // 17

IMI & IMTEF BAC Local 1 MD/VA/DC members install the Ultratop Terrazzo and designers get hands-on with the material at the International Training Center.

opportunity to become preferred installers of Ultratop, a self-leveling, ultra-fast setting cementitious terrazzo system that can be dry-polished within 24 hours.

“We always try to keep up with new products, because you never know what’s going to take in the market,” said John Trevisan, Vice President of Roman Mosaic and Tile, one of the latest companies to achieve Mapei’s preferred installer status. “We’re looking forward to putting this system through more testing, but so far, we like what we see. It could offer a lower cost installation than our epoxy terrazzo” — ideal for clients who want

the look and durability of terrazzo for less. And that could mean more work for BAC terrazzo mechanics and finishers.

The workshops are an outstanding opportunity for signatories looking to branch into terrazzo work, like JP Phillips Inc., a signatory that installs tile, marble, stone, and concrete. “This product looks more user friendly than mud systems and epoxy. We do a ton of self-leveling concrete work, and this is in that realm,” said Dave Gontis, Field Operations Manager.

In addition to training contractors, the workshops offered continuing education credit to

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design professionals, general contractors, and construction managers, who have had the chance to see the craftsmanship and expertise of preferred BAC installers during mock-up tours and demonstrations.

New Rainscreen Certificate Program Gives BAC Craftworkers Dual Credentials

NEW RAINSCREEN CERTIFICATE PROGRAM GIVES BAC CRAFTWORKERS DUAL CREDENTIALS BAC craftworkers who successfully complete IMI/IMTEF’s recently updated Rainscreen Certificate Program receive two certificates recognized in project specifications from IMI and the Rainscreen Association in North America (RAiNA).

During the two-day program, BAC craftworkers get an in-depth understanding of rainscreen systems through classroom learning

and hands-on training. BAC Local 1 Connecticut members, along with Acranom Masonry, Connecticut Masonry Inc., and Joe Capasso Enterprises, were the first to participate in the new training.

“I took this class because I knew it would lead to more work for me. We’re seeing more and more projects using rainscreens,” said Jonathan Peabody, a foreperson for Acranom Masonry.

BAC Local 1 CT members install rainscreen components and stop for a photo in front of their mock-up during the certificate program.

In Connecticut, members gained experience installing different systems from a variety of manufacturers, including terra cotta, stone, and fiber cement panels. “Rainscreen is our work, and this training is one way to show that we mean business,” said Gerry Marotti, President of BAC Local 1 CT. “Not just anyone can install it; you’re going to get quality when you work with BAC members.”

IMI and IMTEF stay on the forefront of new materials and innovations to ensure BAC craftworkers and contractors can claim new work opportunities and so that we can advocate for our traditional materials to decision-makers. In addition to these collaborative training opportunities and programs, this past fall IMTEF offered training on Sicis Glass Panels and introduced a Concrete Repair Certificate Program. //

2024 TRAININGS AVAILABLE The current International Training 2024 calendar is available on the next page. For more information on how to participate, and to learn about other upcoming continuing education opportunities, visit imtef.org/calendar.

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LEGISLATIVE & POLITICAL

NLRB Modifies Standard for Unions Seeking Exclusive Representation Status President Biden Appointed NLRB Stands with Workers practice, the NLRB will order the employer to bargain with the union rather than order a new election.

Once a union makes a demand for recognition and shows majority support (such as validly signed representation cards), the employer is presented with two choices: recognize the union or ensure a free and fair election. If the employer fails to

NLRB General Council Jennifer Abruzzo speaking to the plenary session of the BAC Local Leaders Conference in Oct.

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n a groundbreaking decision issued in August, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) adopted a new standard for how employers must respond to union demands for recognition. The decision, Cemex Construction Materials Pacific, LLC v. International Brotherhood of Teamsters, states that an employer violates the National Labor Relations Act if they refuse to recognize a union chosen by a majority of employees in the unit — unless the employer “promptly” seeks an election.

If the employer requests an election and commits any unfair labor

union support without interference from their employer — and that the procedures of the National Labor Relations Act are intended to ensure fair dealings between unions and employers, and are not meant to delay union organizing.

“This decision should boost organizing efforts across the country,” explained President Driscoll.

Employers are faced with an immediate choice after cards are signed: recognize the union, participate in a free and fair election, or have the NLRB force them to start bargaining. do one or the other, the NLRB may require the employer to recognize the union and start bargaining for a union contract.

As the NLRB makes clear in its opinion, this standard is consistent with the intentions of the National Labor Relations Act, which include the encouragement of collective bargaining — that it is a fundamental right of workers to determine

“It will hopefully dissuade employers from committing unfair labor practices prior to an election, due to concern they will be forced by the NLRB to recognize the union.

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LEGISLATIVE & POLITICAL

Department of Labor Raises Wage Standards for Construction Workers

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n August, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced the most comprehensive updates to the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA) in 40 years. The final rule raises wage standards of construction workers by updating prevailing wage regulations issued under the DBRA, which require payment of locally prevailing wages and fringe benefits to more than one million construction workers delivering $200 billion of federally funded or assisted construction projects. The new Davis-Bacon prevailing wage regulations: + Restore DOL’s definition of “prevailing wage” used from 1935 to 1983. It makes the prevailing wage equivalent to the wage paid to at least 30% of workers, rather than 50% of workers, in a given trade in a locality. Prior to this definition, if the majority of workers in a given trade and locality did not earn a single wage rate, then the prevailing wage was determined by the average wage in a given trade in a locality. This average can pull down the prevailing wage if some employers pay low wages.

+ Make it easier to keep prevailing wages up to date, allowing them to keep up with wage growth. It provides broader authority to adopt state or local wage determinations when certain criteria are met, and the ability to issue supplemental rates for key job classifications when no survey data exists.

+ Update the regulatory language to better reflect modern construction practices.

+ Strengthen DOL enforcement by adding a new anti-retaliation provision in contract clauses to protect workers who raise concerns from being fired or punished. It also strengthens DOL’s ability to withhold money from a contractor in order to pay employees their lost wages.

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Vice President of the United States Kamala Harris at the Investing in America event in Philadelphia, PA | Photo Credit: Via X/Twitter @VP

Vice President Kamala Harris announced the final rule alongside Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su in Philadelphia. “We must invest in the working people of America if we are to strengthen America’s economy,” remarked Vice President Harris.

“BAC applauds Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su and the Biden Administration for moving forward with this final rule, and for continuing to put workers first,” said President Driscoll when the rule changes were released. “This action will protect local wage and benefit standards from unscrupulous employers, and ensure that construction workers, especially those in rural and less-affluent areas, are paid fair wages for their work.” //

Heat Illness and Fatality Prevention Act Reintroduced in Congress

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ast summer, the Asunción Valdivia Heat Illness and Fatality Prevention Act was reintroduced in Congress. The legislation requires the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to create a standard for employers to implement that protects workers from heat stress and related illnesses or injuries. Measures can include paid breaks in a cool space, access to water, limitations on time exposed to heat, and emergency response for workers with heat-related illnesses.

It also directs employers to provide training on the risk factors that can lead to heat illness and

guidance on the proper procedures for responding to its symptoms. Importantly, this law also grants OSHA enforcement the ability to make sure that unscrupulous contractors are penalized for putting profits over workers’ health.

“We know too many workers still work in dangerous conditions, putting their health and safety on the line every day to provide for their families. There’s not much dignity in a job where you fear for your health or your life,” said Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH), a co-sponsor of the legislation. //

Rebuilding America’s Schools Act Reintroduced in Congress

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S Representatives Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA) and Donald Norcross (D-NJ) reintroduced the Rebuild America’s Schools Act in July. The legislation would invest $100 billion in grants and $30 billion in bond authority

targeted at fixing or rebuilding schools in high-poverty areas with facilities that pose direct health and safety risks to students and staff.

“The Rebuild America’s Schools Act invests $130 billion in our nation’s physical and digital

infrastructure, improves students’ academic recovery efforts, and creates more than 2 million jobs over the next five years. It is far past time to improve public education infrastructure,” said Representative Scott. //

Local 1 Pennsylvania/Delaware hosted a labor political breakfast fundraiser for the Bucks County Commissioners race with a special guest, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro (D). Left to right: IU Northeast Regional Director Al Catalano, IU Secretary-Treasurer Jerry Sullivan, Governor Shapiro, and BAC Local 1 PA/DE President Dennis Pagliotti.

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ORGANIZING

Protecting and Organizing Through Deferred Action BAC Utilizes Federal Policy, Helping Endangered Workers

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nder President Biden, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) are working together to curb the exploitation of undocumented workers, especially in the construction industry.

In Nov. 2021, newly appointed NLRB General Council Jennifer Abruzzo made it clear in a memorandum that the NLRB under President Biden will be an agency that is “not only accessible to all workers who seek our assistance, but is also a safe place where they are treated with dignity, without regard to immigration status or work authorization.”

Then in January 2023, the DHS announced their amended policy on ‘deferred action,’ where undocumented workers involved in a labor dispute are eligible to receive temporary worker status for two years. The policy provides a path for immigrant workers to stand up to corrupt contractors, expose the shadow economy that these bad actors thrive in, and, while doing that, obtain work authorizations that will afford them the workplace protections that all workers seek.

BRICKLAYERS SPEAK OUT AGAINST J. GINGER Shortly after the policy was announced, BAC organizers worked with half a dozen non-union workers at J. Ginger to help them get this valuable protection, so they could work to organize a union from the bottom-up and expose the dangerous practices there.

One worker was 26 year-old Pedro Benavente. He explained that at J. Ginger, “when it comes to gloves, goggles, helmets — anything to do with safety — they would not give it to you… They do not respect workers’ rights there.” Benavente was later fired because he 24 // BRICKLAYERS AND ALLIED CRAFTWORKERS

went to a meeting with BAC representatives to learn more about what protections a union could provide.

The BAC organizers spoke to Benavente about what J. Ginger did — from safety violations and firing him because he met with union representatives — was illegal. If a labor dispute was filed, the organizers informed him he may be eligible with the ‘deferred action’ policy to get a two-year work permit. “When they told me, I honestly didn’t believe them. No one had ever helped me the way that they were offering to,” he said. But then his papers came, “I saw that my insurance, my permit — everything — arrived!”

“The truth is, for an undocumented person, this protection to speak out means you do not need to be afraid of the company that does not tell you, or protect, your rights,” he said. “You are not afraid to look at a person who wants to scare you and intimidate you for something you don’t have. Now you can get your insurance and have all your rights protected. It is very different.”

Benavente is now a proud, dues-paying BAC member. “I am with the union and I plan to remain a member, because they taught me what my rights are,” he said. He is excited to get more training and learn his trade better.

“I am very happy. I look forward to continuing to work for other companies, in types of jobs, where workers are valued, and their rights are respected.” // If you have a friend or family member currently performing BAC work at non-union company, who is concerned about safety and other workers’ rights violations but afraid to speak out because of immigration status, please have them contact the BAC Organizing department at organzing@bacweb.org to see if deferred action is a possibility for them. For more information on the resources available for immigrant workers, go to bacweb.org.

Protección y organización mediante la acción diferida El BAC recurre a la política federal y ayuda a los trabajadores en peligro

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n la presidencia de Biden, el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (Department of Homeland Security, DHS) y la Junta Nacional de Relaciones Laborales (National Labor Relations Board, NLRB) colaboran para parar la explotación de los trabajadores indocumentados, especialmente en el sector de la construcción.

En noviembre de 2021, la recién nombrada consejera general de la NLRB, Jennifer Abruzzo, dejó claro en un memorándum que la NLRB en la presidencia de Biden será una agencia “no solo accesible a todos los trabajadores que busquen nuestra ayuda, sino también un lugar seguro donde se les trate con dignidad, independientemente de su situación migratoria o permiso de trabajo”.

Después, en enero de 2023, el DHS anunció su política modificada de “acción diferida”, por la que los trabajadores indocumentados implicados en un conflicto laboral pueden optar a recibir un estatus de trabajador temporal durante dos años.

La política ofrece a los trabajadores inmigrantes una vía para enfrentarse a los contratistas corruptos, sacar a la luz la economía sumergida en la que prosperan estos malos actores y, de paso, obtener autorizaciones de trabajo que les proporcionen las

protecciones laborales que todos los trabajadores buscan.

LOS ALBAÑILES ALZAN LA VOZ CONTRA J. GINGER Poco después de que se anunciara esta política, los organizadores del Sindicato Internacional de Albañiles y Trabajadores de Oficios Afines (International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers, BAC) trabajaron con media docena de trabajadores no sindicalizados de J. Ginger para ayudarlos a conseguir esta valiosa protección, de modo que pudieran trabajar en la organización de un sindicato desde abajo hacia arriba y denunciar las peligrosas prácticas que se llevan a cabo allí.

Uno de los trabajadores era Pedro Benavente, de 26 años. Explicó que, en J. Ginger, “cuando se trata de guantes, gafas, cascos, cualquier cosa relacionada con la seguridad, no te lo dan...

Allí no respetan los derechos de los trabajadores”. Más tarde, Benavente fue despedido porque acudió a una reunión con representantes del BAC para informarse sobre las protecciones que podía ofrecer un sindicato.

Los organizadores del BAC hablaron con Benavente sobre los actos ilegales de J. Ginger, desde infracciones de seguridad hasta despedirlo porque se reunió con

representantes sindicales. Si se presentaba un conflicto laboral, los organizadores le informaron que podría acogerse a la política de “acción diferida” para obtener un permiso de trabajo de dos años.

“Cuando me lo dijeron, sinceramente no les creí. Nadie me había ayudado nunca como ellos se ofrecían a hacerlo”, dijo. Pero entonces llegaron sus papeles: “¡Vi que llegó mi seguro, mi permiso, todo!”.

“La verdad es que, para una persona indocumentada, esta protección para hablar significa que no debe tener miedo de la empresa que no le informa ni protege sus derechos”, dijo. “No se le tiene miedo de mirar a una persona que quiere asustarlo e intimidarlo por algo que no tiene.

Ahora puede contratar su seguro y tener todos sus derechos protegidos.

Es muy diferente”.

Benavente es ahora un orgulloso miembro de la BAC que paga sus cuotas. “Estoy con el sindicato y pienso seguir afiliado porque ellos me enseñaron cuáles son mis derechos”, dijo. Le entusiasma recibir más capacitación y aprender mejor su oficio. “Estoy muy contento.

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SAFETY & HEALTH

OSHA Proposes Revision to Personal Protective Equipment Standard in Construction roperly-fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential in the construction industry. Too often, ill-fitting PPE does not provide workers with adequate protection, and may increase the risk for illness, injury, and death.

For example, loose-fitting gloves can get caught in machinery or cause the worker to improperly handle materials or tools. Similarly, loose-fitting safety harnesses can be the cause of a failed arrest in case of a fall.

Several factors, such as gender, sex, race, ethnicity, age, shape, and size, can affect proper fit. This issue is especially important to smaller construction workers, often women, who may not be able to use standard-size PPE. It is not exclusive to women, however, as male workers also can experience the same difficulty finding properly-fitting PPE. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) currently requires construction industry PPE to fit properly. Proper fit of PPE is incorporated into existing requirements that PPE be provided by an employer in a reliable condition, that employee-owned PPE be adequate, and that PPE be of safe design.

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assistance documents that PPE must fit properly to provide protection from hazards.

The proposed rule would go further to clarify the requirement and make it more understandable for the industry by explicitly stating that PPE must properly fit each worker, no matter how big or small they are. It would make the PPE fit requirement for the construction industry identical to general industry and maritime requirements.

OSHA’s public comments on the proposed revision closed on

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September 18, 2023. They are in the process of reviewing comments and will hold hearings, if necessary, before publishing the proposed rule.

For more information on the proposed rule, visit OSHA’s website, https://tinyurl.com/ezvwka4h, and view the entire proposed rule at https://tinyurl.com/4vjd9ush.

The Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR) maintains a list of commercially available PPE for women construction workers. To view the list, visit https://tinyurl.com/4z7yar65. //

CANADA SUSTAINABLE JOBS ACT PRIORITIZES WORKERS

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n 2023, the Government of Canada introduced the Sustainable Jobs Act (Bill C-50), an act promoting accountability, transparency and engagement to support the creation of sustainable jobs for workers and economic growth in a net-zero economy. This important bill ensures collaboration among workers, unions, the industry, and the government as Canada transitions to a carbon neutral economy. The legislation includes several key aspects: + Creating a Sustainable Jobs Partnership Council to engage in ongoing dialogue with the Government and provide advice on the most effective measures to

encourage sustainable job creation and to support workers and communities in the transition to a low-carbon economy. + Publishing a Sustainable Jobs Action Plan every five years, beginning in 2025, to put in place measures to invest in the net-zero emissions economy and skills of the future. + Establishing a Sustainable Jobs Secretariat to ensure consistent policies and programs across federal entities on the Government’s sustainable jobs approach and support the Sustainable Jobs Partnership Council.

The Canadian Labour Congress, the central federation of Canadian

trade unions, calls for collective efforts to achieve Canada’s climate goals while creating and protecting good, unionized jobs in a low-carbon economy, with pathways into these jobs for women, Indigenous and racialized workers, and other equity-seeking groups.

“The Sustainable Jobs Act protects labour’s interests as Canada tackles climate change by giving workers a voice at the table,” said BAC Canada Regional Director Craig Strudwick. “We look forward to engaging with the Government to advocate for policies that will include all workers.” //

LA LOI SUR LES EMPLOIS DURABLES PRIVILÉGIE LES TRAVAILLEUR∙EUSE·S

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n 2023, le gouvernement du Canada a présenté la Loi sur les emplois durables (projet de loi C-50), une loi concernant la responsabilité, la transparence et l’engagement en appui à la création d’emplois durables pour les travailleur∙euse·s et à une croissance économique dans une économie carboneutre. Cette loi importante assure la collaboration entre les travailleur∙euse·s, les syndicats, l’industrie et le gouvernement à mesure que le Canada effectue sa transition vers une économie carboneutre. Le projet de loi comprend plusieurs aspects clés : + Création d’un Conseil de partenariat pour l’emploi durable pour engager un dialogue continu avec le gouvernement et fournir des conseils sur les mesures

les plus efficaces pour encourager la création d’emplois durables et soutenir les travailleur∙euse·s et les collectivités dans la transition vers une économie sobre en carbone. + Publication d’un Plan d’action pour des emplois durables tous les cinq ans, à partir de 2025, pour mettre en place des mesures visant à investir dans l’économie carboneutre et les compétences de l’avenir. + Établissement d’un Secrétariat pour des emplois durables pour garantir des politiques et des programmes uniformes au sein des entités fédérales sur l’approche du gouvernement en matière d’emplois durables et soutenir le Conseil de partenariat pour l’emploi durable.

Le Congrès du travail du Canada, la fédération centrale des syndicats

canadiens, appelle à des efforts collectifs pour atteindre les objectifs climatiques du Canada tout en créant et en protégeant des emplois de qualité et syndiqués dans une économie sobre en carbone, avec des voies d’accès à ces emplois pour les femmes, les travailleur∙euse·s autochtones et racisé·e·s et d’autres groupes en quête d’équité. « La Loi sur les emplois durables protège les intérêts des travailleur∙euse·s alors que le Canada s’attaque aux changements climatiques en donnant aux travailleur∙euse·s une voix à la table des négociations, a déclaré Craig Strudwick, directeur régional de BAC Canada. Nous sommes impatients de collaborer avec le gouvernement pour plaider en faveur de politiques qui incluront tous les travailleur∙euse·s. » //

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SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

BAC Announces 2023 US and Canadian Bates Scholarship Recipients

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ix deserving students will receive financial assistance to continue their education thanks to the 2023 US and Canadian Bates Scholarship programs.

Each year BAC awards three US Bates scholarships to graduating seniors whose parents or stepparents are BAC members in the United States. The stipends are $5,000 per year for up to four consecutive years. Complete information and the

application form for the 2024 US Bates scholarship will be available in the Education & Training section of bacweb.org, or by texting BATES to 50607. The US program will begin accepting applications on January 31 and the deadline is April 11.

Each year BAC awards three Canadian Bates scholarships to graduating seniors whose parents or stepparents are BAC members

in Canada. The stipends range from $2,000 to $3,000 (CN) per year, for up to four consecutive years. Complete information and the application form for the 2024 Canadian Bates scholarship will also be available in the Education & Training section of bacweb.org.

The Canadian program will begin accepting applications on January 24 and the deadline is May 15.

US BATES SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS KASSIDY LANGE Attending: University of Cincinnati – Main Campus Major: Neuroscience Family/IU Info: Daryl Lange, BAC Local 23 OH/WV/KY/MD

What does this recognition and the union mean to you?

I am very grateful for this scholarship and the acknowledgement it gives me for my accomplishments. This scholarship will give me the opportunity to further my education and become successful in my future career. The union helped my dad provide for our family as a bricklayer for over 20 years.

What advice would you offer your peers and younger students?

Stay focused on what you want in life and work hard to be your definition of successful.

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What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received?

To work hard, have a good work ethic and strive for what you want — and to not let anyone tell you what you are and are not capable of doing.

Who would you like to give a shout-out to?

My dad, Daryl Lange. He has inspired me to work hard so that I can be successful and be able to support myself as well as my future family.

OLIVIA POLKOWSKI Attending: Kings College Major: Medical Studies, minor in Biology (Accelerated Physician Assistant Program) Family/IU Info: Tomasz Polkowski, BAC Local 1 CT

What does this recognition and the union mean to you?

With both my parents working tough jobs and me having a strong desire to succeed in the medical field, money is a huge factor when considering the future.

This recognition is a blessing and I greatly appreciate the financial support offered to me by BAC. To me, the union means support. It holds strong core values, which in turn help my dad succeed and support our family.

What advice would you offer your peers and younger students?

To smile and be grateful for friends and family as well as schoolteachers and administration. I would also encourage getting involved with as many different extracurricular activities as possible.

What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received?

To “be nice.” It seems simple, but since I was little, every morning before school, my parents would remind me to be nice as sort of a token to be grateful for what you have and to enjoy the day.

Who would you like to give a shout-out to?

My dad who has shown me that family and hard work is so important. He helped me grow into the successful person I am today. Without him I don’t believe I would have the spark that makes me strong.

EVA REFELD Attending: Purdue UniversityMain Campus Major: Chemical Engineering Family/IU Info: Ralph Refeld III, BAC Local 4 IN/KY

What does this recognition and the union mean to you?

This recognition means that I can have one less thing to stress about, and a greater opportunity to reach a higher potential.

The union is like a comfy little bench at the end of a long hike. It’s nice to rest easy knowing that my dad will be protected by the BAC, and not taken advantage of while he’s at work helping to provide for our family.

The union gave me that extra little push that allowed me to attend my dream school. We are all very lucky and grateful to be a part of a union that prioritizes and values education.

What advice would you offer your peers and younger students?

Take things at your own pace. I had to listen to myself to know when I needed a break either mentally or physically, and allow myself time for fun. In hindsight, nothing worth doing is ever easy. Just try not to lose yourself in the process, and know your limits. Remember to take care of yourself first because you only give your best when you are at your best.

What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received?

In the song “Ms. Jackson,” Outkast wrote, “You can plan a pretty picnic, but you can’t predict the weather.”

I try to live my life by this. It reminds me that there will always be something out of my control that I can’t fix.

I can either let it consume me or find a way around it and grow from it.

Who would you like to give a shout-out to?

I’d like to give a shout-out to my friends for listening to me rant and making me laugh so hard I spit milk out of my nose, my parents for keeping me on the right track, my sister for keeping me humble and being my irreplaceable best friend, my grandparents for showing me how to make the best out of any situation and bake delicious blueberry muffins, my cross country coach for teaching me how to grit my teeth and persevere, my karate teachers for teaching me resilience, and my 4-H leader for showing me how fulfilling it can be to serve your community.

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SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS CANADIAN BATES SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS ALEXANDER DOLLIMOUNT Attending: University of Calgary Major: Engineering Family/IU Info: Trevor Dollimount, BAC Local 1 AB

What does this recognition and the union mean to you?

This recognition shows me that the union truly does support families in achieving their goals. By extending scholarships such as this one, it demonstrates the family-oriented values that BAC holds, as is essential in all labour unions.

What advice would you offer your peers and younger students?

Always find a balance in life. Work hard to achieve your goals, but don’t neglect your happiness in the pursuit.

What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received?

Pursue what makes you happy and surround yourself with positive people. The people you surround yourself with are a reflection of who you are.

Who would you like to give a shout-out to?

I would like to give a shout-out to my parents, Daphne and Trevor Dollimount, for always supporting me in whatever I choose to do.

EMMA HANLEY Attending: University of Windsor Major: Mechanical Engineering Family/IU Info: Hugh Hanley, BAC Local 6 ON

What does this recognition and the union mean to you?

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I am very grateful for this recognition because it has reassured me that my hard work has not gone unnoticed. My family and I greatly appreciate this generous scholarship as it will help pay for my education. The union is very important to my family because as a member, the union’s constant support enables my father to create many meaningful opportunities for us.

What advice would you offer your peers and younger students?

Set goals and never give up on them. It is also important to embrace challenges, as this is what stimulates progress and growth. Surround yourself with individuals who believe in you. I have an amazing support system that motivates me, and this has been crucial to my personal development and success.

What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received?

To always stay true to myself. This advice has allowed me to grow as an individual, while developing valuable qualities such as integrity, diligence, responsibility, confidence, and kindness. Overall, this piece of advice has been invaluable to me and to my accomplishments.

Who would you like to give a shout-out to?

My parents, who constantly provide me with their unwavering love, support, and guidance. They have unselfishly made many sacrifices to give me a great life and a promising future. My parents have always encouraged me to work hard, do my best and never give up on my dreams, which has been imperative to my success. I would also like to give a shout-out to my grandfather, Bernie Hanley, a longtime member of Local 1 Nova Scotia.

CALLIE DEARMAN Attending: Nova Scotia Community College Major: Practical Nursing Family/IU Info: Trevor Dearman, BAC Local 1 NS

What does this recognition and the union mean to you and your family?

I am so grateful to be awarded this scholarship. This past summer I changed my mind on what I wanted to do for a career and decided that I really want to be a nurse. It took a lot of work by doing some summer courses, but I finally got word that I was accepted in

the Practical Nursing program at NSCC. The award will help pay for tuition costs.

What advice would you offer your peers and younger students?

My advice to my peers would be to never give up and to work hard for what you want.

What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received?

My mom always tells me to be true to myself.

Who would you like to give a shout-out to?

My Dad has always been a hard worker and has passed that on to me so my shout out goes to him. He’s my number one fan and is always challenging me to be the best I can be. //

BAC FAMILY MEMBERS AWARDED 2023 UNION PLUS SCHOLARSHIPS

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wo students from BAC families were among the 205 students selected to receive 2023 Union Plus scholarships.

Over 6,000 students applied for the 2023 scholarships, which range from $500 to $4,000.

MARIANA AGUILERA LARA Mariana Aguilera Lara is the daughter of BAC Local 1 PA/DE member Mariano Aguilera Bedolla. She is a secondary mathematics education major at West Chester University (WCU) in southeastern Pennsylvania and a first-generation college student. In college she is a WCU Academic Success Scholar and volunteers with All Cultures Together Overcome.

“For me this recognition holds many meanings. One of them being the illustration of all my hard work and accomplishments I have made throughout my educational career,” Mariana said. “It also demonstrates all the effort my parents have put in along the way to fully support my dreams.”

“The union means so much to my family and I,” she continued. “As a daughter of a union worker, I will forever be

grateful for the job security it provides for my father. BAC has allowed him to create a brotherhood with his fellow Local 1 members, who all share their passion for bricklaying.”

MEGAN ANN LINDER Megan Ann Linder is the daughter of BAC Local 1 MN/ND/SD member Rodney Linder. She is a biology major in the University of Minnesota (UMN) Morris pre-veterinary medicine program. She volunteers with Ruff Start Rescue.

“This recognition means a lot to me,” Megan said. “It shows that unions care about the future generation of students to create a better world of working adults. It also gives me a boost of confidence knowing I am capable of proving myself worthy of something great if I apply myself and put forth 100%.”

“The union gave my father a job he loves,” she continued.

“We have been provided with fantastic benefits to help our family. Without the union, my family wouldn’t be where we are today. We are all successful, my thanks go my parents, and their thanks definitely go to the union.”

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INTERNATIONAL FUNDS

WAYS TO CONTACT THE INTERNATIONAL PENSION FUND OFFICE

INTERNATIONAL PENSION FUND

To answer your question faster when contacting the International Pension Fund, please use the email addresses below, separated by topic:

IPF Contributions to the BAC Disaster Relief Fund

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ince it was established in 2005, the BAC Disaster Relief Fund has been a source of assistance to hundreds of BAC members in need by providing grants to members shortly after disasters such as hurricanes, tornados, floods and wildfires.

Following the establishment of the BAC Disaster Relief Fund, effective January 1, 2014, IPF Pensioners have had the option to contribute $5–$20 of their monthly IPF benefit to the Fund.

Currently, there are 208 pensioners contributing to the BAC Disaster Relief Fund, totaling $2,106 per month. If a pensioner wants to consider a voluntary tax-deductible contribution from their monthly IPF pension check, they should complete the form to begin donations, which can be requested by emailing pensionpayroll@ipfweb.org. The deduction can be stopped at any time.

In January of each year, a notice confirming the amount of the annual deduction for income tax purposes will be sent. The deduction is limited to a minimum of $5 and a maximum of 10% of the monthly pension amount, up to $20. This donation can be further discussed with a financial or tax advisor prior to donating to the BAC Disaster Relief Fund. //

BAC Local 1 Hawaii Business Manager/Financial Secretary Michael Lovediro (right) giving a Disaster Relief Fund check to a BAC member whose home was damaged from the Maui wildfires. The International Disaster Relief Fund helped four BAC Local 1 Hawaii members with $12,000 total to regroup after their homes were damaged or destroyed by the wildfires.

“Thanks to the International Disaster Relief Fund, BAC members in our community have more hope for their future, and know that they are supported by their union,” Lovediro said.

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IPFPensionapplicantinfo@ipfweb.org + File a pension application + Updates to the status of applications that have been filed + Provide information/documentation that is required to complete the processing of the application PensionEstimate@ipfweb.org + Request a formal estimate of IPF retirement benefits + Request a list of hours reported on their behalf by participating employers + Request an application for retirement + Pre-retirement death/survivor benefits inquiries + Any pre-retirement inquiries PensionPayroll@ipfweb.org + Request pension verification or award letter + Request or submit a direct deposit form + Report the death of a pensioner + Request a copy of a 1099-R form or T-4A form (Canada) + Inquire regarding the option chosen at retirement and benefit amount To contact the BACSave International Retirement Savings Plan (Annuity) or 401k Plan email RSPwithdrawal applicantinfo@ipfweb.org + Request an application for withdrawal + File an application for withdrawal + Provide information to complete the application process You can also contact the International Pension Fund office via the toll-free number at 1-888-880-8222.

INTERNATIONAL HEALTH FUND

Getting Prepared for Flu Season

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he flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. Flu viruses are most common during the fall and winter. Symptoms of the flu are worse than the common cold and may include fever, chills, sore throat, muscle or body aches, headaches, fatigue, vomiting and diarrhea (more common in children). Fever, body aches, extreme tiredness, and dry cough are more common and intense with the flu than with a cold.

HOW IS THE FLU DIAGNOSED? There are tests available to diagnose the flu. The most common test is the rapid influenza diagnostic test, which can provide results in 30 minutes or less.

The ability of these tests to detect the flu can vary greatly, and may be better at detecting the flu in children than in adults. Most people with flu symptoms do not require testing because the test results usually do not change how you are treated. Your health care provider may diagnose you with the flu based on your symptoms and their clinical judgment, or they may choose to use an influenza diagnostic test.

It is possible to have the flu, as well as other respiratory illnesses,

and COVID-19 at the same time.

Some of the symptoms of the flu and COVID-19 are similar, making it hard to tell the difference between the two based on symptoms alone. Diagnostic testing may help your health care provider determine if you have the flu or COVID-19. The best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated.

WHAT IS THE FLU SHOT? The flu shot is a vaccine that protects against flu viruses (such as influenza A and influenza B). It is inactivated, meaning it contains a killed version of the virus that cannot cause disease. It is commonly given as an injection in the arm. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that people ages six months and older receive a flu shot annually, including those who are healthy.

With the BAC International Health Fund (IHF), participating members can receive their flu shot at no cost through their SavRx prescription coverage by visiting any network pharmacy and presenting their SavRx ID card. For more information about participating pharmacies or prescription coverage, IHF members can contact SavRx at 800-228-3108. //

SAVRX MOBILE APP! Sav-Rx is proud to announce its mobile app, which can be downloaded for free from the Apple Store or Google Play Store. The Sav-Rx mobile app is designed to make prescription fills and delivery even more seamless.

With this platform, participants can keep track of orders from beginning to end with the touch of a button. The app can be used to view prescriptions online, submit a quick refill or order multiple refills at once, view mail order history, view current order statuses, track orders, and create a profile or update a profile.

Download the app today!

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MAP

MAP Celebrates 25 Years of Serving BAC Members

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n 2023, the BAC Member Assistance Program (MAP) celebrated its 25th anniversary.

Through the years, MAP has remained unyielding in its efforts to promote the well-being and vitality of BAC members and their loved ones.

A core function of MAP has been to maintain expert-level knowledge and treatment of challenges that anyone may face, as well as challenges that are unique to workers in the trades. In doing so, MAP continues to implement strategies and practices that best address the evolving needs of our workforce. BAC member wellness has remained and will remain at the center of our enduring mission.

To commemorate 25 years of MAP service, we invite you to consider 25 simple, but powerful, actions that align with overall well-being:

4. If you think you may benefit from counseling but have not gone, identify the reasons why not.

16. Visit the idea of what brings you a sense of purpose right now; build on the answer.

5. Know your local resources.

Most communities have a wide range of programs to help with quality-of-life improvement.

17. Write down something you want to improve.

1. Read this list. Simply stated, becoming increasingly comfortable with concepts related to emotional and behavioral health improves outcomes.

11. Commit to addressing high-conflict relationships in your life.

2. Learn the warning signs of a range of mental illnesses and substance use disorders.

3. Make and keep a list of ‘five coping strategies’ that have helped you in the past; refer to it as needed.

6. Schedule a doctor’s appointment and request a mental health and substance use screening while there.

7. Join a wide range of support groups to feel less alone – many are offered in person, and many more are offered online.

8. Be proactive about pain management.

9. Start a 30-Day Challenge pertaining to a habit you’ve been looking to modify.

10. Support safe environments by reducing access to lethal means amongst people who may be at risk for harming themselves.

12. Embrace ‘growth mindsets’ that value personal development.

13. Dispose of unused or expired medications.

14. Download applications on your phone that support wellness.

15. Seek or create opportunities to have more environmental stability.

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18. If you have any untold story that continues to weigh heavily on you, consider what would help you to share it with a trusted party.

19. Find honor in promoting and engaging in healthier peer interactions.

20. Identify a personal emergency contact list (including your local hospital, doctor, and the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline); store the information of all parties in your phone.

21. Deal with major stressors that are within your control and have been awaiting your attention (and if you struggle to, consider why).

22. Recognize trauma. Many people who have experienced trauma tend to downplay or minimize the effects of what they have experienced, delaying treatment and prolonging suffering.

23. See the point of making yourself as much of a priority as you may make the ones you love.

24. Learn about emotional regulation.

25. Get help. Call MAP at 1-833-MAPTALK if you or a loved one would benefit from furthering the conversation around well-being. //

SPORTING LIFE

Administrative District Council 1 of Illinois

B

AC ADC 1 of IL members and staff participated in the Bernard J. Spatz “Dollars Against Diabetes” Softball Tournament in July. The annual event is organized by the Chicago & Cook County Building & Construction Trades Council to raise funds for diabetes research. //

LOCAL 5 NEW JERSEY ADC 1 of IL team in action. Pictured is Local 21 member and pitcher Dan McHale, Local 21 member Joe Voss on 3rd base, and Local 74 IL member and shortstop Jordan Perz.

BAC Local 5 NJ member Jim “Beaver” O’Brien caught a striper in Lavallette, NJ.

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LOCAL 1 NOVA SCOTIA

BAC Local 1 Nova Scotia member Karl Isenor received his Gold Card in recognition of his 50 years of service from Local 1 NS President Jeff Preeper.

LOCAL Compass

BAC Local 1 Nova Scotia President Jeff Preeper presented 50-year Local 1 NS member John Deleskie with his Gold Card. Pictured with Brother Deleskie are his brothers, 55-year Local 8 NB member Raymond Deleskie and 51-year Local 1 NS member Daniel Deleskie.

BAC Local 1 Nova Scotia member Warren Mauger received his Gold Card in recognition of his 50 years of service.

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Front row left to right: ADC 1 of IL Executive Vice President & Director of Tile & Terrazzo Michael Petritis, 50-year members, Arild Egeland, William Hornkohl, Mark Magnuson, Thomas Van Eynde, Bruce Wick, Dean Worthem, Michael Callaghan, Dennis Thompson, and ADC 1 of IL Executive Vice President & PCC Director Hector Arellano. Back row left to right: Local 56 IL President Douglas Johnston, Local 74 IL President Dan Kuczkowski, Local 21 IL President Michael Erdenberger, ADC 1 of IL Secretary-Treasurer Ruben Collazo Jr., ADC 1 of IL President Michael Volpentesta, BAC President Tim Driscoll, 50-year members Glenn Abel, Paul Baranowski, Peter Culver, Thomas Czyz, Bernard Murphy, Joseph Wronkiewicz, James Pronobis, Michael Hunt, Jose Ramirez, and Luis Cardenas.

Left to right ADC 1 of IL Executive Vice President & Director of Tile & Terrazzo Michael Petritis, Local 74 IL President Dan Kuczkowski, Local 56 IL President Douglas Johnston, Local 21 IL President Michael Erdenberger, ADC 1 of IL Secretary-Treasurer Ruben Collazo Jr., ADC 1 of IL President Michael Volpentesta, BAC President Tim Driscoll, 40-year members Timothy Kearns, Richard Labuda, William Murray, Gary Pastion, Gerald Plucinski, and ADC 1 of IL Executive Vice President & PCC Director Hector Arellano.

ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT COUNCIL 1 OF ILLINOIS Administrative District Council 1 of Illinois held an awards banquet in October to honor members who achieved 40 years, 50 years and 75 years of service.

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Front row left to right: ADC 1 of IL President Michael Volpentesta, 75-year Local 21 IL member Richard Nelson, and BAC President Tim Driscoll. Back row left to right: ADC 1 of IL Executive Vice President & Director of Tile & Terrazzo Michael Petritis, Local 74 IL President Dan Kuczkowski, Local 21 IL President Michael Erdenberger, ADC 1 of IL Secretary-Treasurer Ruben Collazo Jr., ADC 1 of IL Executive Vice President & PCC Director Hector Arellano, and Local 56 IL President Douglas Johnston.

LOCAL 4 INDIANA/KENTUCKY

Local 4 Indiana/Kentucky participated in an apprenticeship fair for high school students held at the Eugene V. Debs Museum on the Indiana State University campus in October. Pictured behind the sign is Local 4 IN/KY Organizer Carlos Alvarez with a group of high school students.

BAC Local 4 Indiana/Kentucky member Thomas Powers received his 75-year plaque. Brother Powers joined BAC in September 1948 and turned 97 years old in August.

BAC Local 4 Indiana/Kentucky 50-year members receive their Gold Cards in August. From left to right: Local 4 IN/KY Field Representative Robert Thomas, Kevin Bitz, Charlie Carlson, retired Local 4 IN/KY Field Representative Steve Hunter, and Local 4 IN/KY President Steve Knowles.

LOCAL 2 NEW YORK/VERMONT

Local 2 New York/Vermont held a motorcycle ride in support of the BAC Disaster Relief Fund. Many members and officers from across BAC participated, including BAC Secretary-Treasurer Jerry Sullivan, Local 2 NY/VT President Pat Tirino, and Local 3 NY President Rick Williamson.

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ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF EASTERN MISSOURI ADC of Eastern Missouri held their summer retirees’ luncheon in June.

A record 16 members were awarded Gold Cards in recognition of their 50 years of service.

LOCAL 23 OHIO/WEST VIRGINIA/KENTUCKY/ MARYLAND

Front row left to right: John Thiemann, Gary Martini, Silas Hinson, Retired Local 1 MO Business Agent Bob Guinn, Retired E MO ADC Secretary-Treasurer John Finder, Tom Deutman, Mark Callier, Joseph Barnum, and Mike Abeln.

Back row left to right: Local 1 MO President and Business Agent Johnny Walker, Jr., Local 1 MO Vice President and Business Agent Terry Daniel, E MO ADC Secretary-Treasurer Michael Fox, Sr., retired E MO ADC Director Don Brown, E MO ADC Director Brian Jennewein, Local 1 MO Recording Secretary and Business Agent Tim Kaikkonen, Local 18 MO President and Business Agent Mike Weber, and Local 18 MO Sergeant-at-Arms and Business Agent Anthony Bono. Not present, but also receiving Gold Cards this year were members Douglas Brucker, Richard Cherry, Tom Crane, Michael Cronin, Walter Gray, Eddy Koelling, and Larry Murphy.

BAC Local 23 Ohio/West Virginia/Kentucky/Maryland member Darry Snuffer received his Gold Card in recognition of his 50 years of service from BAC Local 23 OH/WV/KY/MD Field Representative Charles Kimball.

LOCAL 3 IOWA

LOCAL 1 HAWAII

BAC Local 3 Iowa 50-year member George Anderson received his Gold Card from Local 3 IA Business Agent Jeff “Sammy” Hoeger.

BAC Local 3 Iowa President Ray Lemke presented Local 3 IA member Eric Weber with his 25-year service pin.

BAC Local 3 Iowa member Ben Duncalf received his 25-year pin and knife from Local 3 IA President/Secretary Treasurer Ray Lemke.

BAC Local 3 Iowa member Mike Toftee received his 25-year pin and knife from Local 3 IA President/Secretary Treasurer Ray Lemke.

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Recently retired BAC Local 1 HI Business Manager Mel Silva was recognized by the City & County of Honolulu for a lifetime of contributions to the community.

LOCAL 5 PENNSYLVANIA

BAC Local 5 Pennsylvania Field Representative Randy Eberly presented Local 5 PA member Leroy Bleiler with a plaque in honor of his 75 years of service.

BAC Local 5 PA Field Representative Allen Pennypacker (pictured far right) represented the Local at a Workers Memorial Day event in Schuylkill County, PA.

LOCAL 1 PENNSYLVANIA/DELAWARE

Local 1 PA/DE held a retiree luncheon in October and presented several members with service awards. From left to right: Local 1 PA/DE President Dennis Pagliotti, 50-year member John F. Egger, 40-year member Gregory Jehanian, 75-year member John D. Pede, 40-year member Bogdan Lopong, 50-year member John E. Pusey, 60-year member Angelo Antenucci, 60-year member Alex M. Straiton, and Local 1 PA/DE Secretary-Treasurer Joe Battaglia.

The Employing Bricklayers Association and BAC Local 1 Pennsylvania/Delaware recently provided thirteen $5,000 scholarships to the children of Local 1 PA/DE members to assist with their post-secondary education.

BAC Local 1 Pennsylvania/Delaware President Dennis Pagliotti presented Local 1 PA/DE member John Pede with a plaque in honor of his 75 years of service.

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IN MEMORIAM — MAY Death Benefit Claims for May 2023 Total Amount Paid

Total Death Benefits

$134,000.00

Total Union Labor Life Claims

$134,000.00

Total Number of Claims

$0

71

Average Age

83.93

Average Years of Membership

58.68

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

Abrams, Dennis A. - 04, IN/KY Allen, Sr., George W. - 02, NY/VT Amenta, Filippo - 21, IL Aufiero, Vito J. - 01, NY

B, M B, CM, P B B

74 99 84 94

46 65 54 74

Kloss, Laverne R. - 04, IN/KY

B

83

57

Becker, Jr., Joseph H. - 07, CO/WY Bittante, Giovanni - 02, BC Bosko, Michael T. - 74, IL Brady, Terry E. - 04, IN/KY Bronner, Ronald R. - 02, MI Burns, Michael J. - 18, MO

B, M B B B B TL, M, MM

85 94 56 74 91 69

67 52 35 56 71 45

LaSalle, Jr., Roy G. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI Lavender, David P. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI Lohr, Jr., Edmund B. - 04, CA Lopez, Richard - 4, IN/KY

B B MM, M B

63 87 97 72

41 60 76 49

Conte, Francesco - 01, NY Cornwell, Frank E. - 15, MO/KS/NE Cotcamp, David M. - 03, NY

B, M B B, M

90 92 70

57 40 44

DeIuliis, Gabriel - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI DeLade, Charles M. - 04, NJ Detloff, Sr., Neil A. - 02, MI Donovan, Larry J. - 01, MN/ND/SD Dowdy, Lawrence R. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Duffy, Francis H. - 08, WI DuLude, Bernard L. - 02, MI

CM, M, P, B M, B, CM B B, M B, M B, M, RE B

93 86 89 77 79 100 96

60 67 71 47 55 74 76

MacLeod, Donald J. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI Mahoney, James R. - 04, IN/KY Mancuso, Joseph - 05, PA Maraldo, Frank G. - 05, OK/AR/TX Martello, Andrew C. - 02, NY/VT Martinez, Frank B. - 03, NY Mattson, Neil O. - 01, MN/ND/SD McAfee, Jerry T. - 02, MI McIntosh, Ralph R. - 04, CA McNeilly, James W. - 02, MI Mormile, Andrea - 01, NY Morris, Robert J. - 05, NJ/DE/PA

B, CM B B, M TL, TW B, M, P B, M B, M, MM B TL B B, CM B

90 89 80 90 89 98 80 86 93 90 90 90

63 71 57 71 66 75 63 67 74 72 73 72

Orth, Wallace E. - 15, MO/KS/NE

B

95

70

Esimiati, Joseph A. - 07, NY/NJ Ewen, Edward - 02, BC

TL B

80 101

61 70

Pascuccio, Michele - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI Poinsett, James W. - 05, NJ/DE/PA Pynes, Robert F. - 08, SE

B, CM, TL B, CM P

89 83 86

55 61 65

Ferreira, Manuel - 04, NJ Ford, James A. - 01, OR/WA/ID/MT Fraioli, Carmine - 01, NY

CM B, M P

81 88 83

51 69 61

Giulitto, Gerald - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Gradim, Adelio F. - 08, NB/PE

B, M CM, PC

87 76

61 54

Reilly, Thomas W. - 02, NY/VT Rodriguez, Joshua - 03, CA Rodts, Edward G. - 06, IL Ruttledge, Glenn G. - 04, IN/KY

B, M TL B B

87 34 89 92

69 5 70 73

Harper, John N. - 01/MD/VA/DC Helzer, Jerry K. - 02, MI Hessing, William F. - 06, IL

FN B, CM, M CM

79 78 85

25 56 56

Siemieniec, Leonard J. - 21, IL Stalley, Alvin F. - 01, MO Straitwell, Donald D. - 05, OK/AR/TX Swanger, Wesley O. - 01, OR/WA/ID/MT

B PC B B, M

89 91 95 77

68 66 74 51

Johnson, Michael G. - 01, MO

B

75

57

Kairis, Sr., Robert J. - 09, WI Keaton, Earnest L. - 04, IN/KY Kendall, Cecil L. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI Kiffmeyer, Kenneth N. - 01, MN/ND/SD Klaus, Raymond F. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD

B, M, W B B, CM, M CB, M, B B

82 51 88 79 91

37 1 71 58 63

Teets, Howard S. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Toth, Jr., Andrew W. - 02, NY/VT

B B, CM, M, P

95 74

57 54

Vassallo, Robert J. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI Vickers, Emmett G. - 03, AZ/NM Vieira, Joao F. - 04, NJ

MM, B, M B CM

72 81 86

50 59 49

Woodstrom, James V. - 04, NJ

B, CM, P

81

56

$86,000.00

Average Age

84.60

Average Years of Membership

53.66

IN MEMORIAM — JUNE Death Benefit Claims for June 2023 Total Amount Paid

$89,000.00

Total Death Benefits

Total Union Labor Life Claims

$3,000.00

Total Number of Claims

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

Anderson, Clarence L. - 01, OR/WA/ID/MT Anderson, Donald E. - 06, IL

B B, M

78 90

57 70

Bauer, Henry - 21, IL Belcher, Sr., Tommy J. - 01, MD/VA/DC Betti, Lorenzo - 03, CA Brennan, Jr., Henry J. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI

B FN FN B, CM, M

90 81 83 91

66 34 33 73

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53 MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

Carroll, Thomas D. - 01, MO Cascio Rizzo, Giuseppe - 01, NY Crampton, Rodney E. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Cristina, Anthony F. - 03, NY

B B B, M B

71 88 68 85

46 61 34 65

Delapenia, Robert V. - 01, HI Dreher, James J. - 07, CO/WY

M B

84 86

54 61

ARTICLE XIX OF THE IU CONSTITUTION REQUIRES THAT DEATH BENEFIT CLAIMS MUST BE FILED WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF A MEMBER'S DEATH. MEMBERS ARE ALSO ADVISED THAT THEY SHOULD UPDATE THEIR BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION FOLLOWING ANY MAJOR LIFE CHANGES (MARRIAGE, DIVORCE, DEATH OF A SPOUSE, ETC.).

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

Dunn, Clyde - 02, MI

B

95

75

Owerko, Walter - 02, BC

TL

90

61

Erdelyi, Sr., Robert Z. - 04, IN/KY Estetter, James P. - 05, OK/AR/TX

TL B

80 87

49 69

Felix, Jose A. - 04, CA Folk, Allen J. - 05, PA Frick, Jr., Ralph W. - 04, IN/KY

M TL B

100 74 79

59 21 53

Pascon, Lino - 08, NB/PE Pavia, Michael R. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI Perfetti, Antonio - 21, IL Ploner, Alois H. - 02, BC

CM, TL, TW B FN TL

87 54 86 91

59 34 24 41

Riecken, Werner - 04, IN/KY

B

98

57

Graver, Norman D. - 56, IL

B

76

45

Hines, Glennis L. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Hostetter, James T. - 08, IL

TL B

85 90

49 67

Johanns, Robert J. - 03, IA

B

81

59

Kelly, Sr., Joseph J. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Kern, Louis J. - 01, PA/DE Kinney, Jr., Robert J. - 02, NY/VT

B B B, M

94 93 64

72 72 22

LeRoy, Clarence E. - 01, MO

B

92

68

Schroepfer, Roger P. - 02, MI Seddon, George E. - 01, CT Serra, Gasper J. - 02, MI Setari, Albert - 01, NY Smith, Carroll L. - 01, OR/WA/ID/MT Spencer, Jeffrey M. - 03, NY Spute, David - 09, PA Stinar, Waldo L. - 04, IN/KY Strandberg, Donald R. - 06, IL

B B, M, P B B B, M B, CM, P B B B

88 85 84 89 92 67 91 93 84

54 59 45 72 63 30 72 73 64

Magdaleno, Francis E. - 05, NJ/DE/PA McKinley, Michael L. - 03, NY Mierau, Edmund B. - 03, CA Morolli, Alberto - 02, MI

MM, TL, TW B, M B CM, TL, TW

92 79 91 92

42 22 68 49

Tamura, Eric H. - 01, HI Taschner, Donald C. - 18, MO Tyson, Terry D. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD

M TL, MM B

94 95 73

56 68 49

Nelson, Franklin L. - 02, MI

Vianale, Frederick S. - 01, PA/DE

B

87

69

B, M

90

66

Ochsner, William R. - 03, CA

B, M

84

32

Zaffke, Robert C. - 01, MN/ND/SD Ziomek, James C. - 05, NJ/DE/PA

B B, CM, M, P

81 62

40 41

IN MEMORIAM — JULY Death Benefit Claims for July 2023 Total Amount Paid

$80,900.00

Total Death Benefits

Total Union Labor Life Claims

$1,000.00

Total Number of Claims

$79,900.00 46

Average Age

82.09

Average Years of Membership

55.37

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

Anderson, Charles R. - 74, IL Aune, Paul J. - 01, OR/WA/ID/MT

B B

95 88

72 68

Kuehn, Ernest A. - 05, PA

B

85

56

Baker, Alan E. - 01, MD/VA/DC Bedford, Carl - 15, MO/KS/NE Bedsaul, Harold O. - 01, MD/VA/DC Bernardi, Pier L. - 21, IL Black, David W. - 02, MI Bush, Alan M. - 04, IN/KY

B B B M B TL

57 68 91 86 85 79

25 44 72 59 65 51

Lacy, John H. - 09, WV

B, M, MM, TL

89

60

Chapman, ‘Rich - 01, MO Clausing, Horst A. F. - 02, BC Cole, Jeffrey G. - 09, PA Crowl, Willard D. - 05, PA

B B B B, M

82 84 60 86

58 56 32 68

Deats, Donald R. - 03, NY Donohue, Leo M. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI

B, P B

89 81

70 59

Manzini, Nicholas P. - 05, NJ/DE/PA Martz, William J. - 02, MI Melanson, Gerard P. - 08, NB/PE Meleca, Francesco - 03, NY Mello, Dennis G. - 08, SE Messmer, Donald E. - 04, IN/KY Michael, Sr., James H. - 01, MN/ND/SD Mihelich, Leroy E. - 21, IL Minor, Timothy D. - 04, IN/KY Myers, Steve A. - 05, PA

CM B B B CM B CB TL B B

70 76 84 88 72 91 81 91 59 70

50 51 53 59 53 72 42 65 1 19

Fontes, Richard - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI

B

85

64

Palmisano, Jr., Vincent J. - 04, NJ Poarch, II, Cloyde E. - 01, MD/VA/DC Porter, Clarence W. - 06, IL

B, M B, M, W B, M, W

79 71 81

58 48 50

Gilly, Jr., John F. - 05, PA

B

90

73

Hatfield, Edward A. - 07, NY/NJ Hoefling, Howard R. - 06, IL Hopp, Roland E. - 21, IL

FN B B, M

57 90 90

35 68 68

Sacks, Charles E. - 21, IL Scolini, Bruno - 04, CA Shanks, Ronald G. - 04, IN/KY

B MM, M TL, M, MM, RE

89 87 79

66 63 56

Infante, Jr., John R. - 04, NJ

B, CM

90

49

Takahashi, Ernest Z. - 01, HI Tuiach, Tullio - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD

M B

99 96

59 66

Johansson, Swen R. - 21, IL

TL

86

56

Katschke, Daniel G. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Kenney, Jr., John J. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI

B B

73 81

50 63

Vallimont, Wade - 01, MD/VA/DC Vinci, Sam - 21, IL

B, PM B

73 98

23 77

Zortman, Robert D. - 05, PA

B

95

75

ARTICLE XIX OF THE IU CONSTITUTION REQUIRES THAT DEATH BENEFIT CLAIMS MUST BE FILED WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF A MEMBER'S DEATH. MEMBERS ARE ALSO ADVISED THAT THEY SHOULD UPDATE THEIR BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION FOLLOWING ANY MAJOR LIFE CHANGES (MARRIAGE, DIVORCE, DEATH OF A SPOUSE, ETC.).

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IN MEMORIAM — AUGUST Death Benefit Claims for August 2023 Total Amount Paid

$113,675.00

Total Union Labor Life Claims

$1,000.00

Total Death Benefits

$112,675.00

Total Number of Claims

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

Acton, David A. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Andersen, Fred Y. - 01, UT

B B

97 87

71 64

Bailey, Joe H. - 05, OK/AR/TX Baker, Alan E. - 01, MD/VA/DC Baroni, Harry - 09, PA Berger, Thomas E. - 05, PA Berish, Edward G. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Bernard, Jr., William A. - 09, PA Bryant, Joseph E. - 04, NJ

B, M B B B, CM, M, P B PC, CM B, CM, P

91 57 98 70 87 75 94

68 25 60 52 68 50 52

Calderon, Alfred D. - 21, IL Campbell, Donald G. - 08, NB/PE Castillo, Emillo A. - 03, CA Cecere, Jr., Nicholas J. - 07, NY/NJ Ceriale, Carmelo - 01, NY Coy, Ronald G. - 08, IL

MM, M B FN TL B B

87 93 35 79 90 69

53 50 2 52 66 52

Degner, Ronald R. - 01, MN/ND/SD DiRado, Francesco - 03, NY Diraimo, Jr., Nicholas J. - 15, MO/KS/NE Dooley, Robert A. - 04, CA Dyson, Eury B. - 08, SE

B CM, PC B B, M, MM B

88 87 90 62 92

68 59 58 39 57

Ellis, Joseph C. - 03, NY

B, CM

77

58

Fattore, Richard N. - 21, IL

B

92

Geary, John P. - 21, IL Glasscock, Stephen D. - 15, MO/KS/NE Gullotta, Louis H. - 01, NY Gurizzian, Alfred - 02, MI

TL B B, CM, P B

91 93 89 92

Hamer, Robert O. - 03, WI Hamilton, Jerry W. - 04, IN/KY Hoerig, Jr., Albert C. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Huck, Donald H. - 01, MO

B TL, TW B B

Iehle, Timothy D. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Jamison, Frayer R. - 05, PA

64

Average Age

81.69

Average Years of Membership

54.11

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

Leclerc, Ronald N. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI Lee, Kevin J. - 03, NY Leidholdt, Robert E. - 08, WI Long, Kaleb S. - 04, IN/KY

CM B, CM, M, P B, M B, PC

75 64 81 24

57 36 62 2

Meshak, Raymond E. - 06, WI Messina, Julius - 04, NJ Metzinger, Ladislaus - 21, IL Micsky, William J. - 09, PA Montrone, Veto R. - 01, UT Moore, Jerome A. - 09, PA

TL B B B, CM B B

96 94 85 93 95 32

62 71 64 64 66 4

Nocera, Andrew - 01, PA/DE

FN

90

35

O’Sullivan, Jeremiah - 07, NY/NJ

MM

81

40

Palladino, Antonio - 07, CN Pavkov, II, Robert L. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Perkins, Eulie G. - 08, SE Peterson, John N. - 08, SE Petrusky, Raymond S. - 06, WI Poitra, William R. - 04, WI

B B B B CM B, M

82 63 80 70 91 83

52 42 60 51 42 56

69

Raymond, Maness J. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI Rodriguez, Carlos - 01, HI Rubenacker, Peter F. - 01, NY Rutten, Franciscus P. - 02, MI

B, CM, M, P FN B B

84 82 87 93

60 30 65 55

57 70 68 73

Sawyer, Gerald - 15, MO/KS/NE Schultz, Richard J. - 01, OR/WA/ID/MT Speaks, Lawrence E. - 08, IL Stone, Johnnie A. - 15, MO/KS/NE

B B TL, B, MM B

85 90 87 77

66 71 57 53

92 82 84 85

72 60 56 63

Tanner, Charles D. - 01, MN/ND/SD Tiedt, Edward W. - 21, IL

B PC, CM

87 69

53 46

TL, TW, B, MM

70

43

Vacanti, Donald A. - 03, NY Villani, Charles L. - 18, MO Volckman, Sr., William F. - 01, MD/VA/DC

B, M TL B

86 81 93

67 45 59

B

92

62

Zook, Samuel F. - 01, PA/DE

B, M, W

81

53

IN MEMORIAM — SEPTEMBER Death Benefit Claims for September 2023 Total Amount Paid

$104,000.00

Total Union Labor Life Claims

$1,000.00

Total Death Benefits

$103,000.00

Total Number of Claims

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

Adams, Samuel A. - 02, MI Aubrey, Kenneth D. -02, NY/VT

B B, CM

95 85

Baamonde, Francisco - 01, MD/VA/DC Benjamin, Jr., Edwin F. - 08, SE Bentivegna, Louis R. - 04, NJ Brader, Joseph J. - 18, MO

M B, CM, M CM TL

Carley, Jr., Charles W. - 08, SE Carvalho, Antidio - 01, MO Chillison, Curtis R. - 02, MI

B, M B B

55

Average Age

85.60

Average Years of Membership

58.53

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

73 51

Costanzo, Anthony - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Cote, Jr., Howard N. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI

B CM

86 91

55 59

85 80 85 98

42 61 60 70

Delaney, Thomas F. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Domijan, Edward J. - 01, MO Donatucci, Nino - 09, PA

B B B

80 83 88

47 65 63

82 89 76

60 58 54

Egan, Francis E. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI

B

87

64

Fiacco, Louis A. - 03, NY Follo, Giovanni - 06, ON Fowler, Joseph J. - 01, OR/WA/ID/MT

B B B

82 89 53

58 58 1

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ARTICLE XIX OF THE IU CONSTITUTION REQUIRES THAT DEATH BENEFIT CLAIMS MUST BE FILED WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF A MEMBER'S DEATH. MEMBERS ARE ALSO ADVISED THAT THEY SHOULD UPDATE THEIR BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION FOLLOWING ANY MAJOR LIFE CHANGES (MARRIAGE, DIVORCE, DEATH OF A SPOUSE, ETC.).

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

Frank, Clyde - 02, MI Franklin, Sr., Arthur L. - 08, SE Frausini, Jr., Victor W. - 01, CT Friend, William H. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD

CM CM B, CM, P TL

87 84 93 87

53 57 76 57

Nofs, Clement A. - 02, MI

B, M

92

66

Geisler, John E. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Golden, Jr., Thomas M. - 08, SE

B P

85 95

62 53

Phelps, Tommy A. - 08, SE Pietrocarlo, Armando - 03, NY Priester, Wayne A. - 03, NY

B B PC, CM

91 94 84

74 66 50

Hanauer, Kenneth R. - 01, NY Hill, Jr., Isaac P. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD

PC B

82 87

52 64

Rea, Santo - 09, PA Romano, Philip M. - 04, NJ Rudolph, Sr., Gerald R. - 06, IL

B B, CM, P B

91 94 90

61 77 68

Kintz, Jr., Roy L. - 03, IA

B

89

69

Lichtenberger, Gary L. - 21, IL Liford, Garland B. - 04, IN/KY Lombardi, Donald R. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI

FN B, M B, CM

77 71 94

33 44 73

Magee, Harlan O. - 15, MO/KS/NE Meschini, Mario - 02, MI Mickey, James P. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Miller, Francis H. - 01, CT Misch, Carl O. - 02, MI Moyen, Normand L. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI Mullenbach, Jerome C. - 01, MN/ND/SD

B CM B B B B, CM B

100 95 56 85 98 95 89

72 51 7 67 76 67 57

Salchenberg, Albert E. - 01, OR/WA/ID/MT Schiller, Oscar E. - 08, WI Sickman, Paul G. - 01, MN/ND/SD Snow, Damian W. - 15, MO/KS/NE Steudle, Scott W. - 02, MI Stringer, William A. - 02, NY/VT Stuart, Edward D. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI

B B, M B B B, PC B B

94 87 60 90 60 96 85

66 65 40 64 40 73 60

Tominello, Anthony P. - 01, NY

B

87

69

Vincent, Martin V. - 08, SE

B

91

71

Wolff, Frederick K. - 06, WI Wright, Paul C. - 03, MA/ME/NH/RI

B, M B, CM

74 85

53 67

IN MEMORIAM — OCTOBER Death Benefit Claims for October 2023 Total Amount Paid

$77,000.00

Total Union Labor Life Claims

$0

Total Death Benefits

$77,000.00

Total Number of Claims

41

Average Age

84.27

Average Years of Membership

58.51

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

MEMBER - LOCAL UNION

BRANCH of TRADE

AGE

YEARS of MEMBERSHIP

Bascetta, Concetto - 01, CT Bowman, Loren B. - 09, PA Brown, Walter O. - 56, IL

B, P B B

93 80 92

63 53 67

Kowalke, Donald L. - 01, WI

B, M, W

90

72

Lash, Billy J. - 08, SE Lowthert, Robert W. - 04, NJ

B B, CM, P

85 84

64 60

Chalmers, Sydney Y. - 04, NJ Cordavado, Flaviano - 05, ON

B, CM, M, P TL, TW

87 88

43 63

Drummond, Ralph J. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD

B

94

66

McCall, Jr., Ralph T. - 04, CA Moore, III, Nathan - 02, MI Myler, Donald W. - 01, WA/AK

TL B, M B, M

91 93 78

66 73 40

Eul, Otto - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD

B

96

54

Farnsworth, William A. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Foreman, Sr., Donald E. - 05, PA Fredregill, Larry K. - 03, IA

B B B

70 79 77

15 57 59

Noftsinger, Bruce A. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Noto, Vincent - 04, CA

B B, M, P

74 89

56 66

O’Donnell, Timothy S. - 02, NY/VT

CM, M, P, B

79

54

Gerzetich, Robert F. - 08, SE Grignano, Leonard D. - 13, WI Guenther, Louis P. - 03, WI

B, CM, P B, M CM

71 87 98

48 69 57

Hallihan, Maurice S. - 21, IL Haverbusch, Mathias - 01, PA/DE Hedley, Richard E. - 01, MO Hubscher, William G. - 04, NJ

B B B B, CM

84 93 90 89

67 62 70 70

Sandmann, Gerald J. - 04, IN/KY Schwarz, Jr., Harold - 01, WA/AK Shirk, Sr., Lawrence R. - 23, OH/KY/WV/MD Slocki, Jozef F. - 21, IL Smith, III, William E. - 04, CA Smith, Robert J. - 02, MI Sole, Lisiate A. - 01, HI Sweet, Jr., Joseph C. - 02, NY/VT

B, W TL B B B, M B, M M B, M, P

85 94 93 100 73 84 45 91

63 63 74 71 49 59 12 68

Jones, Victor S. - 04, NJ

B, CM

62

41

Kaawaloa, Sr., Solomon P. - 01, HI Kayzar, Karl L. - 56, IL

M B, W

80 87

52 64

Thomas, Billy - 21, IL Thomas, Jay C. - 01, MO Tomlinson, Donald R. - 01, MN/ND/SD

B B B

81 66 88

60 45 68

Widi, Ralph D. - 03, WI

TL

95

76

ARTICLE XIX OF THE IU CONSTITUTION REQUIRES THAT DEATH BENEFIT CLAIMS MUST BE FILED WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF A MEMBER'S DEATH. MEMBERS ARE ALSO ADVISED THAT THEY SHOULD UPDATE THEIR BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION FOLLOWING ANY MAJOR LIFE CHANGES (MARRIAGE, DIVORCE, DEATH OF A SPOUSE, ETC.).

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