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DC16 Helping Hands Recovery Night Through the DC16 Helping Hands program, our Recovery Nights provide a safe, judgement-free space for…

Brothers and Sisters, Join us on Tuesday October 13  4:30 pm to 5:30 pm For the 2026 DC16 General Membership…

Brothers and Sisters,  We have a big VAC event coming up in Salinas for the Salinas Air Show, Volunteers are…

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS AND RECOVERY MONTH MES NACIONAL DE CONCIENTIZACIÓN SOBRE LA PREVENCIÓN DEL SUICIDIO Y LA RECUPERACIÓN Did…

Come join DC16 and the Alameda CLC for the canvassing launch for our slate of labor -endorsed candidates. The kickoff…

Hello Brothers and Sisters, I am happy to inform you that DC16/LU294 and WACA came to a tentatively approved Addendum…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this finds everyone doing well. I want to remind all members who are not working…

Brothers & Sisters, District Council 16 and Local 741 are proud to share some project photos with our signatory contractor…

District Council 16 Will be hosting our second annual general membership meeting on Tuesday October 13th at 4:30pm. The meeting…

The District Council 16 STAR Event is coming up Saturday, October 3, 2026! For those who have never attended, the…

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Don’t Miss What’s Coming Up at Local 507! 📅 Tuesday, October 13⏰ 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM📍…

Local 767 has been going through some changes lately, but this is a time for us to come together, support…

September Is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We spend our careers looking out for one another. On the job, if you…

Learn Our History. Build Union Power. Strengthening Our Union. DC16 Southern Nevada will be holding BUMP Training sessions at the…

Just a quick reminder to all members,  Local 567 will be holding a presentation on September 29th at 4:30pm for…

Brothers and sisters, The California International Air Show is September 26-27, and we have a limited number of tickets available…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you are all doing well. Several members have been working on a project next to…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you doing well and getting ready for the fall months and preparing…

Why Union Members Are Saying NO to Proposition 45 Proposition 45 Could Affect Our Jobs, Wages, and Working Conditions For…

Why Union Members Say NO to Proposition 45, Prop 45 is an Attack on Our Jobs – Help Us Defeat…

We are happy to announce that our 125th Anniversary party is scheduled and we cannot wait to see all of…

District Council 16 is currently taking resumes for the Local 767 Business Representative position. You can submit your resume no…

Prop 45 is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Titled “Building an Affordable California Act”, It was introduced by the California…

Labor Day is our holiday—won through the American labor movement’s hard-fought battle for dignity, shorter hours, and fair treatment. In…

Thunderbirds Are Coming! Don’t Miss the 45th California International Airshow September 26–27, 2026 | Salinas, California Get ready for an…

Along with the opportunity to attend this year’s Salinas Air Show, you also have a great chance to complete some—or…

Brother and Sisters District Council 16 and local 741 would like to share some pictures of a local 487 Drywall…

LABOR DAY IS MORE THAN A HOLIDAY — IT’S A REMINDER OF WHO BUILT THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!  IUPAT…

September Is Suicide Prevention Month: Look Out for Your Brothers and Sisters One Union. One Family. One Fight. September is…

New and old members of Local 567, We are proud to announce our region will be holding another STAR SCT…

Brothers and Sisters, Please join us in congratulating the newest journey workers; they stuck to the program, and now they…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this finds you all doing well. I wanted to take this opportunity wish you your…

Brother and Sisters, Labor Day may be the unofficial end of summer and the weekend that everyone gets together to…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you are all doing well. Labor Day isn’t just the unofficial end of summer —…

Brothers and Sisters, Karl J. Griffiths 1/24/1939 – 8/16/26 Brother Karl Griffiths joined Local 1237 in April of 1963 and…

DC16 will be holding another Bump Training on August 26th at 4:00pm and September 23rd at 4:00pm at the hall.…

By now all the Painters should be aware that there are a number of Certifications that Journey Workers need to…

Brothers and Sisters District Council 16 and local 741 would like to share some pictures of an Industrial coating and…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you and yours settling into the new school year and looking forward…

Construction is built on hard work, skill, and teamwork—but behind every jobsite are people who can face enormous physical, emotional,…

The GOTV Super Walk & BBQ for Aisha Wahab was a get-out-out-the-vote event held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, ahead…

Brothers and sisters, Our recording secretary, Ivan Benavides, DC16 and Local272 at the IUPAT Building Union Power Summit in Las…

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of Local 567, We would like to extend our greatest wishes to you and your family…

Brothers and Sisters of local 169, There are upcoming classes available during the week if you need certifications. If you…

Local 12 would like to congratulate Member Hugo Gutierrez for competing in Utah for the Regional Installer of the Year…

Local 1621 was proud to have four of our brothers—Nick, Dan, Sergio, and Phily—attend the recent Patch Foundation Golf Tournament.…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this message finds you all doing well. As summer officially comes to a close, most…

Effective July 1st, 2026, Lead Awareness Training will be taught in the 1st Aid/CPR Course for STAR Classes. So, for…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you are all doing well. Last week, these apprentices learned how to do Epoxy for…

Hello Brothers and Sisters, I am happy to inform you that DC16/LU294 and the Fresno Area PDCC came to a…

DC16 Leadership and Members were proud to come together with our IUPAT Brothers and Sisters from across the country for…

Industrial painting is a vital trade that actively restores and protects our infrastructure across the United States and worldwide. Here…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you getting the kids back to school and looking forward to the…

The third week of the month is almost here again, and we still haven’t seen the level of participation that…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you are all doing well. On August 5th, Cristian, Keith and I had the opportunity…

Brothers and Sisters, As summer comes to an end, we would like to invite you, your family, and your friends…

All painters, please see the new training requirements below. Missing the required certification could mean missing work opportunities. Find out…

Summer has been busy for the painters. Between the summer repaints at schools across the Bay Area, and business returning…

Thunderbirds Are Coming! But First, Our BIG Summer Picnic! 🍔🌞 Mark your calendars because August and September are packed with…

Construction on our new Union Local is moving right along with an expected completion before year end! American Glass is…

District Council 16 delegates traveled to Oakland to attend the California AFL-CIO COPE Convention, joining union members from across the…

Have you taken Supervisor Certification Training 1 (SCT1)? This is the qualifying class that you must take in order to…

Marley Purdy: July 2026 Member of the Month! Every once in a while, you meet someone whose attitude is so…

District Council 16 & Local 741 would like to share some updates of a pipeline coating project with our signatory…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you working and looking forward to cooler weather. This past Saturday the…

A Project Labor Agreement (PLA) is a pre-hire agreement that lays out the ground rules before a construction project gets…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you are all doing well. On July 21st, thanks to the apprenticeship, we hosted our…

Sisters and Brothers, I have been asked by some members of our Local and others, what do my dues pay…

Brothers and Sisters,  I would like to congratulate all of our apprentices who successfully completed their apprenticeship in 2025. On…

I had the privilege of attending the 2026 graduation for our newest Journeypersons.  We had two graduates in the Drywall…

Members of Local 567!!  Now is the time to reserve your spot in the IUPAT Build Union Power Campaign at…

A heartfelt congratulations and thank you to all of the apprentices from the Glaziers Locals of DC 16. The apprenticeship…

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, I hope every member and their families are having a great summer. It is hard to…

Glaziers Local 2001 will be providing back-to-school supplies to eligible members with school-aged children. To qualify, applicants must have school-aged…

District Council 16 would like to recognize our newest Journey Workers to the industry! On Saturday July 18th we celebrated…

IUPAT District Council 16 celebrated the accomplishments of its newest graduating apprentices during a special ceremony held at Scott’s Seafood…

A heartfelt congratulations and thank you to all of the apprentices from Glaziers Locals 1621, 718, and 169 who joined…

To all the proud new Journey workers from Glaziers Locals 718, 169, and 1621 — thank you for joining us…

At this week’s District Council 16 Delegates Meeting, Local 12 Brother Justin Storey shared his personal journey through addiction and…

Ever wanted a sharp jacket with the Local 718 logo embroidered on the back? Here’s your chance. Every year, the…

Damion White District Council 16 is proud to recognize Damion White as our June Member of the Month. This honor…

PAINTERS WAGE ALLOCATION VOTE  JULY 13, 2026  12:00 – 6:00 PM Cast your vote at any of the following locations:…

Hello Brothers and Sisters, District Council 16 and Local 741 would like to share some photos of our large Fireproofing…

Brothers and Sisters, I wanted to give the Painters an update on what is going on with negotiations for the…

District Council 16 has partnered with an industry leading financial advice and education service offered through Benco Union Advisors. At no…

Our Union is trying to break the stigma around mental health and substance abuse in our industry. For far too…

IUPAT District Council 16 and Benco Union Advisors work together to support union members by providing financial education, retirement planning,…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you are all doing well. Today I walked the Golden Nugget, we have quite a…

PAINTERS WAGE ALLOCATION VOTE  JULY 13, 2026  12:00 – 6:00 PM Cast your vote at any of the following locations:…

Brothers and Sisters, On Thursday July 9th, 2026 UA Local 246 held an area standards picket on the Eagle Mountain…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you working as many hours as you can and looking forward to…

As Summer continues to grow hotter and everyone is enjoying the nice weather. We want to remind members of upcoming…

Brothers and Sisters, District Council 16 and Benco Union Advisors have partnered up together to offer a personalized financial advice…

Local 1621 is proud to encourage all eligible members and their families to apply for the Walter Cantrell Memorial Scholarship.…

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, First, I would like to congratulate all of our apprentices who have successfully completed the apprenticeship…

Certification Requirements for Your Next Dispatch To remain eligible for your next dispatch, please ensure all required certifications are current…

District Council 16 is proud to invest in the future of our Families! We are now accepting applications for the…

Greeting Brothers and Sisters, Over the past few weeks, several members have asked me what the duties of a Business…

Brothers and Sisters, I am writing today to remind you how important it is for you to keep your training…

SIX FLAGS FAMILY FUN DAY/ DÍA DE DIVERSIÓN FAMILIAR EN SIX FLAGS Congratulations Drywall Finishers! ¡Felicidades a los acabadores de…

Brothers and Sisters, Do you have a son or daughter getting ready to start or go back to school? Are…

Painters and Drywall Finishers Contract Update Congratulations to both the Painters and Drywall Finishers on ratifying your new collective bargaining…

Robert Williams has been reelected as DC16 BMST! I want to thank each and every member who showed up to…

Dear Brothers and Sisters, As I write this article, we are in the beginning of the summer push. Many of…

The San Francisco Department of Public Works (DPW) hosts an annual Open House each spring as part of National Public…

DRYWALL FINISHING District Council 16 negotiated another fantastic Collective Bargaining agreement for the members! The Drywall Finishers just ratified a…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you thinking about what you want in your next contract. January of…

Thank you to all the members who came out to let their voice be heard. The Northern California Drywall Finishers…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you are all doing well. The new wage schedule has been posted on the website…

All painters, please see the new training requirements below. Missing the required certification could mean missing work opportunities. Find out…

New DC 16 STAR Calendar  July – December 2026   Notice of the new STAR Calendar for DC16. Members, please make…

I am happy to announce that we now have a financial resource that many Members have been asking about for…

Beginning July 1, members of Local 159 will receive a total package increase of more than $3.40 per hour. Through…

On May 19th, 2026, the Commercial and Industrial Painters overwhelmingly ratified their new contract proposal. Commercial Painters received a 4-year…

I want to personally thank each and every member of Local 1621 for the trust you have placed in me…

DRYWALL FINISHING District Council 16 negotiated another fantastic Collective Bargaining agreement for the members! The Drywall Finishers just ratified a…

District Council 16 would like to thank the members and volunteers who attended the Tracy Planning Commission meeting in support…

District Council 16 has partnered with an industry leading financial advice and education service offered through Benco Union Advisors. At…

District Council 16 stands in full support of our Brothers and Sisters out of District Council 10, Local Union 1778…

At our recent District Council 16 Delegates Meeting, we proudly swore in our District Council Executive Board and Trustees. During…

Thank you to every District Council 16 member who participated in this year’s election and made their voice heard. Congratulations…

Virtual Legal Clinic for free legal consultation from an IMPOWER attorney /  Clínica legal virtual para recibir asesoramiento jurídico gratuito…

On Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 5am-5pm District Council 16 will be voting in a very important election. It is…

District Council 16 is pleased to announce a new partnership with Benco Union Advisors, a recognized leader in financial education…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you are all doing well. Hey everyone, today we’ve got a new member joining us,…

Brothers and Sisters, IMPOWER will be hosting a virtual Immigration Clinic this month. This virtual clinic is open to all…

Brothers and Sisters, I headlined this article with TRAIN as you as trades working members of DC16/LU294 need to understand…

Brothers and Sisters, Thank you to all who came out and made their voices heard. Please see below results from…

Brothers and sisters, I hope this article finds you preparing for the 4thn of July 3 day weekend, enjoying the…

Local 507 Monthly Membership Meeting2149 Oakland Rd, San JoseTuesday, June 23, 20266:30 PMPainters Only Holiday Commercial, Industrial & Bridge Painters…

Just a friendly reminder to everyone Saturday JUNE 13th, 2026, is the District Council 16 Election 6:00 am- 5:00pm please…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you and your families doing well. As we move into the summer…

ELIGIBILITY Eligibility requirements for receipt of the Walter Cantrell Memorial Scholarship are as follows: A) Applicants must be dependents (sons,…

Legal Clinic: Working with IMPOWER, the Union will be hosting a virtual immigration clinic this month on June 25th &…

Members of local 567! We are proud to announce the opening of the Walter Cantrell Scholarship opportunity to future college…

Save the Date Just a friendly reminder to everyone, Saturday, June 13th, 2026, is the District Council 16 Election, 6:00…

To our DC16 members—have you ever wondered who’s behind the day-to-day work of District Council 16 and what we’re here…

The strength of our union has always come from the active participation of our members. As we prepare for the…

Come out to our next Union Meeting on Tuesday, June 9th as we kick off the beginning of summer together!…

As Election Day approaches, District Council 16 encourages our members and their families to support candidates who have demonstrated a…

Recently, our members had the opportunity to welcome Nevada gubernatorial candidate Aaron Ford to our Apprenticeship. During his visit, Ford…

Wage allocation meetings have concluded, and the votes have been made for the allocation of wages for Paint, Drywall, and…

Brothers & Sisters, District Council 16 and Local 741 would like to give a shot out to our signatory contractor…

On May 12th, the Bay Area NorCal Glaziers held our wage allocation vote for the 2027 wage increase. We had…

PAINTERS CONTRACT RATIFIED! Paint: Congratulations to The Northern CA Painters who ratified their new four-year contract, for July 1, 2026-…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article helps you to know more about our leadership. At the Membership Meeting on…

Meet Your Leadership! To our DC16 members—have you ever wondered who’s behind the day-to-day work of District Council 16 and…

As of May 1st, members of DC 16 now have access to financial guidance and educational resources through Benco Advisors,…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you are all doing well. This month, we had allocations for our last raise, the…

On May 19th, 2026, the Commercial and Industrial Painters overwhelmingly ratified their new contract proposal. Commercial Painters received a 4-year…

Brothers and Sisters, Summer is coming! And I found some helpful tips that help keep you and your family safe,…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you getting back to work after the 4-day Memorial Day Weekend. Work…

Brothers and Sisters of 718, Take a look below to see the photos from the IUPAT Community Day of Action. Local…

For those who attend the Local 12 meeting, Local 12 Business Representative Edgar Flores has been keeping the members updated…

New Certification Are Coming for Painters — Are You Ready? Commercial, Industrial & Bridge Painters Face NewTraining Requirements Missing a…

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, I hope you all had a great three-day weekend and got to spend time with family…

Paint: Congratulations to The Nor-Cal Painters, who ratified their new four-year contract for July 1, 2026- June 30, 2030, with…

Brothers and Sisters, the following are Building Trades Supported Candidates that are vital to our agenda in keeping and creating…

District Council 16 was proud to stand alongside the Southern Nevada Building Trades during this year’s Recovery Night, an event…

Attention Glaziers! On 5/13/2026, BM/ST Williams and the trustees advocated for a 0.5 multiplier for the years 2005–2025. A great…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you are all doing well. This weekend, we had the apprenticeship graduation dinner, where apprentices…

I would like to remind the membership of the importance of updating your contact information, recently we have been getting…

Brothers and Sisters, Painters, as you all may know by now, there is a proposal for the Northern California Painters…

Brothers and Sisters, Painters Contract Ratification  A tentative agreement has been reached with the Paint Contractors Association. Painters will have…

Big Shout out to our Volunteer Activist Committee for helping out in the community. Last week a group of local…

Painters Contract Ratification  A tentative agreement has been reached with the Paint Contractors Association. Painters will have the opportunity to…

Nor Cal Pension Have you heard the rumor lately that our Nor Cal Pension had a multiplier added? The rumor…

Brothers and Sisters, Local 741 has had some questions about Industrial Painting projects we would like to share some photos…

others and Sisters, I would first like to thank Local 767’s membership for giving me the privilege to serve for…

NorCal Glaziers Pension Update, Wage Allocation Results and Election Information Pension: Brothers and Sisters,  Good news from the NorCal Glaziers…

A tentative agreement is ready to be voted on by all Northern CA Painters on Tues May 19th 6am-5pm. If…

Brothers and Sisters, That was the question I asked BM/ST Williams when he informed me that we just tentatively approved…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you working and your families getting ready for a nice long summer.…

The Northern California Painters Agreement (CBA) ratification vote is THIS TUESDAY MAY 19TH!  Members must be current on dues, must…

HELPING HANDS – DISTRICT COUNCIL 16 MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH You are never alone with District Council 16  Mental Health…

Last year we had our very first DC16 Night at the Water Park and it was a huge success! So,…

HELPING HANDS – DISTRICT COUNCIL 16 MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH You are never alone with District Council 16  Mental Health…

District Council 16 was proud to welcome Nevada Attorney General and candidate for Nevada Governor Aaron Ford to our Nevada…

To our DC16 members—have you ever wondered who’s behind the day-to-day work of District Council 16 and what we’re here…

The 2026 Union Women: Stronger Together Conference in San Jose was a powerful reminder that the strength of our movement…

Brothers and Sisters, Local Union 1621 will be holding an allocation vote regarding our upcoming $4.50 raise on Tuesday, May…

Golden State Warriors Union Night If you missed it this year, make sure to attend next year keep in mind…

District Council 16 and Local 741 would like to share some project updates for the Mare Island Bridge in Vallejo…

Brothers and Sisters, Please see below for important information regarding Pension Benefit Increases. Make sure you take your 16HR training…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you and your family doing well and trying to deal with the…

Sisters and Brothers, Reminder on Tuesday May 19th at 5:30 we will be having nominations at our regular Union meeting…

Thank you to all our siblings, colleagues, family and friends that came out to make the 2026 DC16 Community Day…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you’re all doing well. On April 28, we had our Building Union Power campaign presentation…

I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to all the members of DC 16 who showed up and participated…

Brothers and Sisters, Please note important information from the STAR classes. **EFFECTIVE JULY 1st, 2026** HARASSMENT TRAINING WILL BE INCLUDED…

And what to do with it… Y que hacer con el… DC16 has partnered with Benco Advisors to help members…

Attention Members of Local 567, It is that time of year again to start thinking of where to allocate money…

Member of the Month Spotlight – Johnathan Gamboa Local 159 is proud to recognize Johnathan Gamboa as our Member of…

We recently had BMST Williams and GP Williams at our hall to provide the newly rolled out Building Union Power…

Friendly reminder to all Nor Cal Glaziers, We will be having a wage allocation vote to distribute our $4.50 raise.…

Greetings, brothers and sisters, This weekend was an incredible one as we participated in the IUPAT’s Day of Action. Across…

Local 913 showed up big for the IUPAT Day of Action! Along with 718 and 12 we had one of…

💼 Benco Union Advisors — Available May 1, 2026 Benco Union Advisors are now available to help members make informed…

ADAM RUSSELL Glazier Local Union 2001 Adam “Chop” Russell of Local 2001 didn’t find his way into the trades by…

DC16 showed up strong at two critical events shaping the future of our industry—the NABTU Legislative Conference and the California…

Our District Council 16 Day of Action is fast approaching, and we have an incredible opportunity to come together to…

     Calling all Willy Wanka Fans, come get your Golden Ticket! This is your friendly reminder to get out in your…

Brothers and Sisters, Please see below for important information regarding Pension Benefit Increases. Make sure you take your 16HR training…

Brothers and Sisters, Join us for the IUPAT Day of Action! DC16 VAC Beach Cleanup event Saturday, April 25th 2026…

🔥 GOLD TICKET VAC EVENTS 🔥📅 Saturday, April 25 This isn’t just another volunteer day…👉 It’s your shot at exclusive…

Please be advised that the Smart Choices plan has been updated. Be sure to complete the correct steps to guarantee…

BUILDING UNION POWER Did you know that One in Eight construction workers in the 1940 & 50s were Union members?…

Hello Brothers and Sisters, Hope everyone is doing well, Currently I would consider work all over the place in regards…

Greetings, brothers, and sisters, I hope this message finds you all well. I am pleased to announce that we will…

We are proud to share with you all the success of 2 project labor agreements in the Northern Nevada Region.…

District Council 16 & Local 741 would like to highlight our Drywall Finishing member Agustin Calderon. He has been a…

The allocation vote is right around the corner. This year, we will have two options: one that is heavier toward…

DC 16 Day of Action Come join us at the Santa Rosa Earth Day clean up of Santa Rosa Creek. …

Brother and Sisters, On May 1st at 11:00 am the Alameda Building Trades and District Council 16 Eastbay Locals will…

Join us this Earth Day as we come together to uplift, restore, and take pride in our community at the…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you and yours looking forward to the warmer days of summer and…

RESULTS OF THE LOCAL 12 WAGE ALLOCATION VOTE FOR 2027 $4.00 Local 12 held its wage allocation vote on April…

LOCAL 83 NEWS Venga a unirse en la celebración del Desfile de Dolores Huerta en San Francisco. Este es un…

Members of Local 169, Saturday April 11th at 10 am in San Francisco. We will be attending the Dolores Huerta Day…

Brothers and Sisters, As our contract is coming to an end soon, please be sure to attend the monthly meetings,…

Local 567 will be holding Steward training this month for members.  What is a Steward? A union steward (or shop…

We were recently privileged to honor the incredible Brother Brad Amaral for an amazing 50 years of service for District…

The Southern Nevada Building Trades will be holding its 3rd annual Recovery night. This year it will be at our…

Brothers and Sisters, As we look ahead to April 25, 2026, we are calling on every member of Local 487…

We would like to invite you to join us for the Dolores Huerta Parade in San Francisco on Saturday, April…

🚨 LOCAL 507 MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING — DON’T MISS THIS! 🚨 REUNIÓN MENSUAL DE MIEMBROS DE LOCAL 507 — ¡NO…

Members of LOCAL 1621, This is Cole Davis, Business Representative for Local 1621. I’d really like to take some time…

Join us on April 11th for the Dolores Huerta Parade in San Francisco’s Mission District. Dolores is a Labor leader…

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, I would like to take a moment to update you on a few upcoming events and…

Member of the Month – April Spotlight: Juan Aguirre As members of District Council 16 receive their dues refund checks…

Dolores Huerta Celebration Brothers and Sisters,  Join us Saturday April 11th at 10 am For the Dolores Huerta Day Parade…

District Council 16and Local 741 would like to highlight our signatory contractor Certified Coatings and our members hard at work…

DOMINICKA ELIAS GILLIG AUTOMOTIVE PAINTER🚎 LOCAL 1176 My name is Dominicka Elias and I am an Automotive Painter by trade.…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you and yours enjoying the short break (it’s currently raining) from the…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you’re all doing well. On March 22nd, the Southern Nevada Building Trades hosted a CBA…

Brothers and Sisters,  At our last membership meeting, the local made 2 political candidate endorsements.  We endorsed Alan Wong for…

Brothers and Sisters, I am very happy to inform you that DC16/LU294 has signed Frontline Plastering Inc to our Northern…

I want to know where the Local 169 Glaziers are. It doesn’t matter what county you are in, I want…

Brothers and Sisters of Local 159, Now is our time to step up and make history. We have an opportunity…

Please join us as we try and MAKE HISTORY! Sunday March 22 at Mackenzie River Pizza, 222 S. Water St.…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you’re all doing well. On March 14th, we had our annual St. Patrick’s parade, we…

Please make sure to make it to the meeting on April 16th to vote on these three options which will…

Brothers and Sister, District Council 16 San Francisco Locals 12, 718 and 913 will be hosting a VAC event on…

Brothers & Sisters,   A friendly reminder that MedExpert is now Health Service Foundation and their phone number is 1-888-243-3216. …

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you all take the time to read the following information. This is something that I…

Artificial Intelligence is beginning to impact nearly every part of society. Unfortunately, scammers are also tapping into this technology, as they find new ways to perpetuate…

Come on down to the Local Hall at 2149 Oakland Road and check out the new LOCAL 1621 swag! We’ve…

Brothers & Sisters,     District Council 16 and the IUPAT had a successful week with our BUILDING UNION POWER campaign,…

Last week the IUPAT General President Jimmy Williams Jr. and his team spent a week with the DC16 Staff training…

Political Season is Ramping up, and the team has been talking to candidates about their races and priorities. Being involved…

Locals 3, 913 and 1176 will be hosting an informational meeting open to all painters and drywall finisher members of…

Brothers and Sisters, Hope today finds you well. DC16 Directors, Representatives, Organizers and Several Executive Board members just completed training…

Notice for all members of Local 567, The new STAR Training Schedule for the months of July – December 2026…

Brothers and Sisters,  Join us Saturday April 11th at 10 am For the Dolores Huerta Day Parade This is a…

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, I’ve recently been reflecting on our union’s past. It’s important to remember that the early members…

Leaders from across DC16 recently came together to participate in the Building Union Power leadership training led by Jimmy Williams…

Bring your family to celebrate St Patrick’s day.  Additionally, this is a VAC event for all to participate and enjoy. …

Sisters and Brothers, It’s that time of year, the VAC Banquet is happening on March 7th. All invitations were sent…

Brothers and sisters, I hope this article finds you and your family doing well. Spring is almost here and the…

Brothers and Sister, I hope everyone is doing well. As work continues to pick up, I want to remind everyone…

Brothers and Sisters, Please be sure to take advantage of the 2 scholarships we have available, applications must be submitted…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you’re all doing well. Olympus Construction has been remodeling the Cancun hotel for quite a…

February Member of the Month Tremaine Carter – Local 159 When our organizer, Christian Suspiria, receives a request from a…

To all Members of Local 567, Please join us for an informational meeting with Q&A about the John Hancock Annuity…

Tomorrow we will be celebrating our annual VAC Banquet at Ruby Hill Winery from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This…

VAC event is coming on Saturday March 14th. Members, please see the flyer below for a very Family friendly Vac…

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, First, I would like to thank all our members for participating in V.A.C. events, attending union…

Please join us for our annual ST. Patrick Day Parade Float Build! We will be holding two VAC events for…

Measure M is a $919 million general obligation bond passed by Fremont voters on November 5, 2024 with a 64.3%…

Join Local 913 in the upcoming Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14th and Cesar Chavez Parade on April 11th.…

Brothers and Sisters, Hope today finds you well. We are currently in negotiations with State Center Community College for a…

Brothers and Sisters, Local 1621 will soon be meeting with other Locals to begin discussions on our 2027 raise allocation.…

Painters Certifications Requirements  Effective January 1, 2026 What certifications? The certifications will change every year for the remainder of the…

Brothers & Sisters,     District Council 16 and Local 741 would like to share some good news, we have some very…

Luz Adriana Tobon Gutierrez Commercial Painter Local Union 507 Luz has always had a passion for construction. She began her…

Brothers and Sisters, I recently joined a meeting with SFMTA/Muni leadership, the SF Labor Council, and other unions. SFMTA presented…

LUZ TOBON GUTIERREZ Painter Local Union 507 Luz has always had a passion for construction. She began her career in…

Brothers and Sisters, I am happy to let you know that at the last Bay Area Painters and Tapers Pension…

Brothers and Sisters, Although January was a very slow month, work is starting to pick up. We have dispatched several…

Brothers and Sisters, I just want to give you all an update to what’s happening in your District Council and…

NOCHE DE REHABILITACIÓN ¡TU SALUD, NUESTRA PRIORIDAD! Únase a nosotros para pasar una noche con sus hermanos, hermanas, familiares y…

I would like to congratulate our brother Joe Upchruch on receiving his 30 years of service Pin and certificate. Joe…

DC16 in partnership with Cypress Mandela INC and The Northern California Chapter of the Coalition of Black Trade Unionist (NCC-CBTU)…

Local 1621 is proud to announce an upcoming Spanish Recovery Night at our union hall in partnership with our District…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you’re all doing well. This Hotel and Casino has been under constant remodels for quite…

Brothers and Sisters, Please join us for Recovery Night taking place Thursday February 26,2026. Remember to RSVP to James Boster…

We are so excited to announce a new STAR SCT Class that will be held in Reno, NV at the…

Greetings brothers and sisters, I would like to start with some positive news. Enclos has begun bringing journeymen and apprentices…

Brothers and Sisters, We are looking at a very busy year for Local 913. This summer, June 30th, both Paint…

Brothers and Sisters, Join Us on Saturday March 14th 2026 For the San Francisco St. Patrick’s Day Parade Meet us…

🗣️Mark Your Calendar! Local 507 Monthly Membership Meeting 📍 2149 Oakland Rd, San JoseTuesday, Feb. 24 | 6:30 PMTuesday, March…

Cómo le apoya el Plan VIP:Opciones del Plan VIP:·Protección de Ingresos por Discapacidad a Corto Plazo: Hasta $1,200 semanales· Protección…

Brothers and Sisters,             Hope today finds you well. Let’s start by wishing Local Union 294 a happy 125th birthday.…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you and yours doing well and trying to stay dry. If it…

Brothers and Sisters, Although January was a very slow month, work is starting to pick up. We have dispatched several…

🏆 Congratulations to Martin Alonso Diaz (LU 567 / DC16) for taking 1st at The International Surface Event IUPAT Flooring Competition…

If you arrive at a jobsite and see a picket line, take a moment to stop and assess the situation.…

Both Paint & Drywall contracts will expire on June 30th of this year. With negotiations for both set to start…

Brothers and sisters,   I hope this article finds you well and you and your family preparing for spring and…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you’re all doing well in this Holiday season. This year, we participated in the International…

Sisters and Brothers, It’s that time of year, the VAC Banquet is happening on March 7th at the Casa Real…

Brothers and Sisters, Please see flyer below for Know your Rights virtual session coming up February 10, 2026. Take advantage…

Brothers and Sisters of Local 567! We are so proud to announce that one of our very own Floorcovering Apprentice…

Napa/Solano Building Trades Council has completed the Largest Project Labor agreement in World History. This agreement at full potential can…

Brothers and Sisters, I want to begin by looking back at 2025. Enclos started the UC Davis Medical Tower project,…

The 2026 Surfaces event in Las Vegas, Nevada, was a success. This event is the largest floorcovering event in the…

Brothers and Sisters, 2026 is going to be a busy year for our Local. We have contracts expiring for both Painters…

More and more projects that have been sitting on the shelf for years are finally coming to fruition. The uptick…

Both the Painters Contract and the Tapers Contract expire June 30, 2026 Painters Suggestion Survey-QR Code Tapers Suggestion Survey-QR Code…

Brothers and Sisters of Local 159! Please join us for February’s monthly scheduled VAC event where we will call upon…

Happy February! I would like to remind everyone that the Painters & Drywall Finishers contracts are both ending this June.…

Brothers and Sisters, 2026 is going to be a busy year for our Local. We have contracts expiring for both…

More and more projects that have been sitting on the shelf for years are finally coming to fruition. The uptick…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you working and looking forward to the work that is on the…

It’s a new year and it’s time to get involved. Did you know that the Volunteer Activist Committee (VAC) is a program of…

Congratulations to our newest Local 567 member that was initiated at the January monthly membership meeting. Brother Sergio Arellano Cruz…

What’s the deal? Most importantly…. Effective January 1st, 2026, Journeyman Painters MUST have these three certifications (through STAR) to be…

Beca: Solicitud Abierta | The Peninsula College Fund Oportunidad de Trabajo: KP Launch Summer 2026 UPCOMING Holiday and DDO 🔴…

New Merchandise!  Brothers and Sisters of 718,  Brand new beanies are now available at the local. Come pick one up…

After years of planning, set backs and issues with the City, permits are finally approved for the new Union Hall…

Welcome back and Happy New Year to everyone. We hope you enjoyed the holidays and had the opportunity to spend…

Greetings brothers and sisters, I’m excited to share that work is starting to pick up in the Sacramento region. Enclos…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you and yours settling in the new year. Work has been picking…

Brothers and Sisters of Local Union 272, Remember that our contract will expire on June 30th, 2026, and we will…

🔴 LOCAL 507 MEMBERSHIP MEETING 🔴 January 27, 2026 | 6:30 PM 📍 2149 Oakland Rd, San Jose, CA 95131…

Brothers & Sisters, District Council 16 and Local 741 is excited for the great year ahead, there are very large…

Happy New Year Local 83! The weather has been wet and while it may seem like there is no work…

Union Night – UNR Men’s Basketball February 21st 2026 We all know we support the University of Nevada Wolf Pack…

Brothers and Sisters of 718, We had an awesome Holiday party at AT&T Park. If you missed the festivities, make…

Brothers and Sisters, I hope you’re all doing well in this Holiday season. Raises don’t just fall from the sky…

Brothers and Sisters, This is a reminder to all journeymen to stay current on your required certifications. Keeping your certs…

Happy New Year Brothers and Sisters! As we start the new year, I wanted to remind you to check the…

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 We would like to wish all Local 12 members a Happy New Year. In 2026, you…

District Council 16 Retirees Rally Behind CARA: Why We Need to Get Involved Recently, some of District Council 16 retirees…

Earlier this month, District Council 16 Leadership proudly joined labor leaders from across California at the 2025 California Joint Legislative…

Joshua KhievLocal Union 3 – Painter District Council 16 is proud to feature Josh Khiev, a dedicated member of Local…

Our District Council 16 Day of Action is fast approaching, and we have an incredible opportunity to come together to…

District Council 16 IUPAT Applauds Approval of Tropicana Land Development aka the A’s Baseball Stadium!  Las Vegas, NV – District…

District Council 16 recently hosted an intensive three-day Organizer and Bootcamp in Livermore, designed to identify and train the next…

The California Labor Federation AFL-CIO has launched a news letter that is sent out at least twice a week with…

Trenika SandidgeLocal Union 1237 – Floor Coverer Trenika Sandidge is a dedicated Floor Covering Apprentice at DC16 Local Union 1237…

The International Surfaces Event (TISE) is held annually and brings together manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and industry professionals from around the…

In honor of this veterans day we want to recognize the sacrifice and contributions made by our Brothers and all…

Construction workers play a vital role in shaping our cities and infrastructure, yet our voices often go unheard. Voting is…

The NABTU 2024 Trades Women Build Nation Conference was held in New Orleans with over 5,000 Tradeswomen, industry professionals, and…

The DC16 STAR Awards Event was a huge success! Over 4,000 members and their families attended the awards event held…

The IUPAT 33rd General Convention brought together over 1,000 members, delegates and leadership. Delegates had the opportunity to hear powerful…

District Council 16 is proud to invest in the future of our Families! District Council 16 is accepting applications for…

IUPAT Painters and Allied Trades for Children’s Hope Foundation (PATCH) The Annual DC16 PATCH Golf Tournament was a huge success…

Brothers and Sisters, Rich Morales, LU1176 Business Rep and I attended the Community Workforce Agreement (CWA) signing with the Alameda…

We are thrilled to announce a significant victory for our Building Trades Unions. On Tuesday, May 14th, in the City…

ONE UNION. ONE FAMILY. ONE FIGHT ! Over 400 members attended the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT)…

This year’s AFL-CIO California Joint Legislative Conference theme was UNIONIZE CALIFORNIA! The annual conference brought together labor leaders, union members,…

Brother Joseph Witherspoon is a 3rd generation Glazier, both his grandfather and father had successful careers as Union Glaziers. When…

Taylor WessonLocal Union 12Floor Coverer Air Force Taylor served in the Air Force from 2009 to 2015 as Security Forces…

Calling All Paperhangers! District Council 16 is seeking to hire Paperhangers. If you are interested in great wages, benefits and…

District Council 16 is proud to invest in the future of our Families! District Council 16 is accepting applications for…

Calling ALL MEMBERS! 📢 The annual IUPAT DC16 Community Day of Action is this Saturday, May 13th, 2023!  Please see…

The IUPAT offers two scholarships to students pursuing an educational degree at an academic institution of their choice. All sons,…

In honor of Women in Construction week, we would like to recognize some of our women in the Trades! We…

Please join us on Wednesday, February 15th HS&BA will be providing an educational presentation on the Health plans provided by…

Dear IUPAT Members, All members in good standing or a retiree of District Council 16, you are entitled to a…

Calling all Northern California Members! If you are interested in learning more about your retirement plan, please join us at…

Here at District Council 16, we are very excited to announce that one of our own has been appointed to…

With the general election date of November 8th right around the corner it is important to make sure that your…

District Council 16 is proud to invest in the future of our families! We are now accepting applications for the…

Are you looking for a career you can make a living wage, receive great benefits and retirement? A career in…

Management has given their Last, Best and Final offer. The ratification vote is this Friday, June 24th from 1:00 am…

District Council 16 Northern California Floor Coverers Master Agreement ratification vote will be held on 5/26/2022 from 6am to 5pm.…

The SCT Introduction to District Council 16 and The Finishing Trades Associations is now available for you to register online…

OE Federal Credit Union processes all vacation pay for your Local Union.  Vacation Pay on deposit at the Credit Union…

Congratulations to the 2021 Walter Cantrell Scholarship Winners! We wish you all the best in your pursuit to further your…

Dear Member, Please be advised that District Council 16 is seeking to appoint a Business Representative among the membership of…

Congratulations to our Top Painters & Glaziers for winning the 2021 NCPFC & NCGMA Stepping-Up Awards! You exemplify High Performance…

The STAR Program was designed entirely for you, our Membership! It allows us all to be more successful in our…

Dear Brothers and Sisters,If you are an Oakland Resident CLICK HERE TO TAKE ACTION! The Oakland A’s are a long-time…

District Council 16 is proud to invest in the future of our families! We are now accepting applications for the…

We have a New Contract!

Glaziers in Sacramento have a new addendum!

Mgt. has given their revised proposed offer for the Northern CA Glaziers Master Agreement. Please click the attached link or…

Help is Available If you or someone you know is suffering, you are not alone. 1 in 5 U.S. adults…

We are excited to announce that your Over-The-Counter Dues can be paid on our Redesigned website at www.dc16iupat.org on the…

As the Architectural Glass & Metal Technician Certification gains traction and becomes required more on projects moving forward, don’t be…

I am happy to announce that the VAC is back up and running! Due to COVID-19 the VAC program has…

The Redesigned DC16 STAR Website is now up! Please visit the DC16 STAR Website at www.dc16star.org where you will have…

CLICK HERE To view The Pride Magazine January – December 2020 Robert Williams III– COVID-19 Training– AGMT Certification– Work Outlook–…

Dear Member, District Council 16 JATTF is seeking to hire an Instructor from amongst our membership representing all our Crafts.…

DISTRICT COUNCIL 16 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Livermore, California District Council 16, of the International Union of Painters & Allied…

The IUPAT offers two scholarships to students pursuing an educational degree at an academic institution of their choice. The sons,…

Today Governor Newsome announced a new California Stay-at-Home order that is similar to the one issued in March. The new…

We would like to recognize and congratulate the Top Painters and Glaziers for winning the 2020 NCPFC and NCGMA Stepping-Up…

The December 2020 STAR Class schedule is up. Please visit www.dc16star.org to register today! STAR classes completed before December 31,…

We are only 6 days away from Election Day on Tuesday, November 3rd. Tonight @ 5:15 pm EST, Vice President…

Good morning All! “The peculiarities of the construction workplace have been used to excuse the industry’s failures to implement equal…

Click Here for the Full RNC Anti-Union Tirade Brothers and sisters, in case you missed it, this past week we…

Click Here to Watch the Weekly Government Affairs Update As you know, this weekend the House voted on a bipartisan…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 26, 2020 ICYMI: International Union of Painters and Allied Trades Endorses Joe Biden   Today, the…

News Release No.: 2020-50                                           Date: June 4, 2020 Cal/OSHA Reminds Employers with Outdoor Workers to Take Steps to Prevent Heat…

Brothers and Sisters, We have a very busy week ahead of us as we keep the work going to provide…