Our Chapter's Spring General Member Meeting is just two weeks away. If you have not confirmed your attendance, please contact Juanita Mitchell and do so today! The registration form is attached. All of us at the Chapter office always enjoy the interaction with our members and getting to know a little more about you and your company.

This event also offers our associate members an added benefit. They are excited to interact with NECA contractors to speak about their products and the value of partnerships. Confirmed to date are Platt Electric, Milwaukee Tool, Logo Boss, Sims Metal Management, On-Site Health & Safety, and Federated Insurance.

You won't want to miss our guest speaker, Atul Dighe, a futurist, strategist, innovator, leader, author, facilitator and storyteller. Atul will offer a thought provoking presentation on the speed of change in today's marketplace and the key trends driving the future; successful approaches to understanding and taking advantage of emerging business opportunities; and potential roles of the electrical contractor in the 21st century built environment. Entertainment and valuable information is certain. 

The National Association of Electrical Distributors (NAED) is conducting research to help electrical distributors plan for the future. They are looking at the role their salespeople will need to perform in the future to meet the changing needs of contractors. NAED invites you to take the following confidential survey that should take about 5-10 minutes to complete. NAED appreciates your help. Start the Survey.

The Stanislaus County Office of Education hosted its annual Occupational Olympics and Career Exposition on March 24th, at the county fair grounds. Hundreds of area high school students attended and participated in competitive events that included the Construction Trades, along with many other career opportunities for graduating high school seniors.

Over 50 exhibitors displayed their materials and discussed career opportunities with the students. The Central Valley JATC attended with Training Director Mark Bowden, apprentice Jason Dyas, and Pete Halver who discussed opportunities available in the electrical construction industry. 

The deadline to submit your projects for the Chapter's 10th Annual Project Excellence Awards competition is this week, March 31st. Don't miss this opportunity to highlight your project and recognize your project team for excellence in electrical and technology installations.

Projects completed between January 1, 2015, and December 31, 2015, in Alameda, Napa, Solano, San Joaquin, Mariposa, Merced, Stanislaus, Tuolumne and Calaveras Counties are eligible for entry. Projects outside of the Chapter's jurisdiction may be considered depending on circumstances, location and complexity.

View the program rules and enter your projects for our 2016 competition by March 31, 2016. Questions? Contact Juanita Mitchell.

The deadline to submit entries for the W. Creighton Schwan Scholarship is this week, March 31st. See attached for details on Mr. Schwan's contribution to the electrical industry and what you need to apply.  

NECA is here to serve you, but we could use your help too. Consider being part of one of these dynamic committees. We are currently seeking representatives from each of our Chapter's five divisions - Alameda County, Solano/Napa Counties, Stockton, Modesto, and Technology Divisions.

The Codes & Standards Committee and the East Bay Uniform Code Committee is designed to advance the cause of electrical safety and help improve the quality of electrical construction. Both committees are dedicated to providing a monthly forum where contractors, IBEW members, and electrical inspectors are exposed to current code practices, education, news and events. Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month, starting with the Codes & Standards Committee at 5PM, followed by the East Bay Uniform Code Committee Educational Forum at 6PM. Dinner is included.

Our Member Services Committee is comprised of members who discuss and plan various member events and activities, as well as provide relevant education and training for our contractors and their management staff. The committee meets quarterly at noon on Thursday. Lunch is provided.

Our committees typically break from meetings during the months of June through August, and December. If you have any interest in serving on the above committees, please contact Juanita Mitchell.

We encourage you to contact your Division chair to inquire about other opportunities to serve. For Alameda County, Brad Gill (510) 451-2929; Stockton, Lew Frain (209) 462-0717; Modesto, Brian Gini (209) 323-3636; Technology, Ron Kunkel, (510) 795-9999; and Solano/Napa Counties, Greg Long (707) 252-3512. 

Contractors are invited to attend a Pre-NorCal Safety & Health Fair networking event on April 7th. Contractors will have an opportunity to pre-register for the IBEW/NECA/ECT Safety & Health Fair's $500 safety reimbursement. A short program will begin at 4:30 PM. Food & Drinks will be provided, so please provide us with your RSVP by March 30th. 

The IBEW 595/NorCal NECA Joint Safety Committee is pleased to announce the 2016 Marv Jensen Safety Award program, established to recognize excellence in safety demonstrated by NorCal NECA member contractors and IBEW Local 595 electricians/technicians. Marvin Jensen was an impassioned advocate of safety and demonstrated his dedication to safety awareness throughout his career. He was a safety pioneer and his leadership, presence and dedication will always be remembered. As in years past, individual recognition and awards will be presented at the Chapter's Fall General Member meeting in September.

Please refer to the attached program guidelines and submit your entry form no later than April 29, 2016. Please contact Juanita Mitchell at the Chapter office if you have any questions.  

 

Remember...Safety First = Family First! 

The Chapter's Member Services Committee is pleased to offer its annual A's vs. Giants "Battle of the Bay" Baseball/Tailgate on Thursday, June 30, 2016, at O.Co Coliseum. Mark your calendar and watch for details as the date approaches.