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This Week
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25th
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26th
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8:30 AM
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Understanding Construction Accounting, Chapter Office, Dublin
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| Developing Your Workforce, Collins Electrical Co., Stockton Office
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| East Bay CREW, Walnut Creek
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| Board of Directors, Collins Electrical Co., Stockton Office
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| TUE - THU
| 26th - 28th
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| California Conference on Apprenticeship, Hyatt Regency, Monterey
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| WED
| 27th
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| Administrative Professionals Day
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NECA/IBEW Joint Safety Committee, Chapter Office, Dublin
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| THU
| 28th
| 8:00 AM
| San Joaquin Partnership Board of Directors, Stockton
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4:00 PM
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Alameda LMCC, Chapter Office, Dublin
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| FRI
| 29th
| 7:30 AM
| Solano EDC Breakfast, Hilton Garden Inn, Fairfield
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California Conference on Apprenticeship
April 26-28, 2016
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The semi-annual conference on apprenticeship will be held next week. Darlene Besst and Pete Halver will attend representing our Chapter. The conference provides an educational and networking opportunity for educators and professionals to learn more about apprenticeship training. Improving the quality of training statewide through a balance of policies, and sharing ideas and methods of information relative to union apprenticeship within the State of California is the theme. Many IBEW/NECA apprenticeship directors and their staff will be present at our booth to promote union electrical apprenticeship, IBEW and NECA.
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Local 684 Inside Rate Update
Effective June 1, 2016
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The membership of Local Union 684 has allocated it's $0.60 increase effective June 1, 2016, under the Local Union 684 Inside Agreement as follows:
- $0.40 to the Wages
- $0.20 to the Pension Part B
Click here to see the updated Cost Data Sheet for Local Union 684. Please contact Scot VanBuskirk if you have any questions.
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Trimble MEP Hosting Test Drive
See the Latest Trimble Solutions
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Trimble MEP is hosting a brand new Trimble Test Drive event at Devil's Canyon Brewing Company in San Carlos on May 5th. As part of their 2016 roadshow series, these events will provide an opportunity for MEP contractors to see the latest Trimble solutions. Following an introduction to Trimble solutions, attendees will break into small groups and rotate through hands-on demo stations to see all the latest solutions in action. For more advanced field layout specialists, Trimble has created a special rotation to provide a more in-depth look at the Trimble robot and field software. Current users will pick up added tips and tricks to increase productivity in the field. See attached for details.
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ELECTRI International Researchers Seek Assistance from NECA Contractors
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As part of their ELECTRI-sponsored research project, "Identifying BIM-Related Costs Due to Design Changes," Hisham Said of Santa Clara University and Justin Reginato of California State University, Sacramento, are conducting a survey to assess the extent of BIM, prefabrication, engineering and Trimble use among specialty contractors and, specifically, how each of those is impacted by directed design changes. Said and Reginato would like ELECTRI and NECA members to participate in the survey, or forward this message to a BIM professional at their company and urge them to complete the survey. The survey should only take a few minutes and will yield insightful data that will be shared at the ELECTRI International mid-year meeting scheduled in Napa, Ca. Complete the Survey here.
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Executive Management Institute
November 2-6, 2016, Nashville, TN
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NECA's Executive Management Institute (EMI) is an  intensive, three-and-a-half day learning experience designed to enhance the leadership skills of current and up-and-coming executives and managers. Designed for senior executives in the electrical contracting industry, this program provides state-of-the-art management concepts and analytical tools that build on existing knowledge of electrical contracting businesses and the industry to increase the value and effectiveness of electrical contracting firms. Learn More. |
Safety Fair Class Updates
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Kaiser - Life Care Planning
Have you ever thought about who would speak for you if you were unable? Advance Care Planning is for everyone!
Join us at the Safety Fair for an educational event on Advance Care Planning and learn how to select a health care agent who would be your spokesperson in the event of an unexpected accident or illness. Planning ahead includes sharing with your agent what you value most in life and treatments you would want if you couldn't speak for yourself. A well informed agent helps ensure your wishes are respected if there ever is a time in which they are asked to speak for you.
More information is available on kp.org/lifecareplan. You can sign up for the Life Care Planning class by registering to attend the Safety Fair. Impact Bay Area - Women and Children Self Defense
Did you know one in five women will be attacked while in college? Impact Bay Area is the only place where people can get practical self-defense and personal safety training in welcoming environment regardless of age, physical fitness, gender or weight. Our intensive training gives students effective skills that will last them the rest of their lives. Watch the video here. A recent study shows solidly that women who take a self-defense class that focuses on boundary setting, as Impact does, are less likely to be assaulted. Join us for a teaser class at the Safety Fair.
American Red Cross - Blood Drive
The American Red Cross and Cedar Fair theme parks are teaming up to encourage eligible donors to give blood to help save lives. (Note: Discounted tickets are available for purchase by donors for the theme parks. Visit www.redcross.cedarfair.com to purchase tickets) Present to donate blood and you will be automatically entered to win one of three Prize Packs consisting of a family four-pack of tickets for a day at your favorite Cedar Fair Park. (Parks include Great America and Knott's Berry Farm)
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USGBC GreenerBuilder Conference
Zero Net Energy Center, June 16th
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Registration is now open for the USGBC GreenerBuilder Conference at the ZNE Center on June 16th. NECA and IBEW are proud to partner with the USGBC on this one-day educational and action-packed conference. We hope to see NECA well-represented at this conference in June. Questions? Contact Darlene Besst.
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Educational Opportunities
Register Now For NECA's 2016 Workshops
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State Exam Prep ClassJoe Buhowsky is putting on a State Exam Prep Class which will prepare you to pass the California Electricians Certification Exam. This class will help you: - Understand the current hardware and software
- Get familiar with the material covered on the current exam
- Build your speed in finding correct answers
- Learn test taking tips and tricks
- Practice for the exam
Date: Saturday, May 7th, 14th, and 21st Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: ZNE Center 14600 Catalina Street, San Leandro What to Bring: Make sure you bring a copy of the 2011 NEC (paperback), which is available at the JATC or online for $75. Please contact the Alameda JATC, (510) 351-5282, to register for this class. ___________________________________________________________________________________ LEED AP BD+C Exam Preparation Workshop
USGBC Northern California's LEED AP BD+C Exam Preparation Workshop is designed to prepare you to pass the exam with confidence, earning the widely recognized LEED Accredited Professional credential. Click here to learn more and register.
Date: Thursday, June 2, 2016
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: ZNE Center 14600 Catalina Street, San Leandro Cost: Free for NECA and IBEW members.
Use code NECAIBEWMarch2016
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