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🚨Urgent Action Needed for Job Corps junio 13, 2025

We are very concerned by the recent announcement regarding the shutdown of Job Corps campuses across the nation. As the…

Events, Featured, News A Significant Victory for Workers’ Rights

District Council 16 Celebrates a Significant Victory for Workers’ Rights District Council 16 (DC16) proudly highlights the outstanding work of…

junio 11, 2025
Events, Featured, News 2025 Walter Cantrell Scholarship

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

junio 06, 2025
Events, News DC16 Retirees Rally Behind CARA

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

mayo 22, 2025
Events, Featured, News 2025 California Joint Legislative Conference: Union Voices Heard at the Capitol

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

mayo 19, 2025
Events, Featured, News Apprentice Spotlights

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

mayo 02, 2025
Events, Featured, News Join us at our Day of Action!

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

abril 16, 2025
Events, Featured, News Approval of A’s Baseball Stadium! 

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

abril 03, 2025
Events, Featured, News DC16 Bootcamp: A Grueling Test for Future Organizers

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

marzo 13, 2025
Events, Featured, News Collective Bargaining=Fundamental Right

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

marzo 10, 2025
Events, Featured, News Women in our Trades!

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

marzo 03, 2025
Events, Featured, News Now Hiring!

We are now hiring for several positions. Find below detailed information and read thoroughly as each position has specific criteria…

febrero 10, 2025
Events, Featured, News International Surfaces Event

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

enero 31, 2025
Events, Featured, News Veteran Spotlights!

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

noviembre 08, 2024
Events, Featured, News Get Out and Vote

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

octubre 18, 2024
Events, Featured, News TRADES WOMEN BUILD NATION

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

octubre 01, 2024
Events, Featured, News STAR Awards Event

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

septiembre 25, 2024
Events, Featured, News IUPAT 33rd General Convention!

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

septiembre 10, 2024
Events, Featured, News Now Hiring!

septiembre 04, 2024
Events, Featured, News 2024 Walter Cantrell Scholarship

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

agosto 10, 2024
Events, Featured, News DC16 PATCH Golf Tournament

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

agosto 07, 2024
Events, Featured, News Securing More Work!

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

junio 21, 2024
Events, Featured, News We can achieve when we unite!

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

mayo 17, 2024
Events, Featured, News IUPAT Town Hall

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

mayo 10, 2024
Events, Featured, News UNIONIZE CALIFORNIA!

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

marzo 26, 2024
Events, Featured, News National Apprenticeship Week 2023

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

noviembre 14, 2023
Events, Featured, News Honoring DC16 Veterans!

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

noviembre 07, 2023
Events Certifications Needed

Please see below for the certifications needed for ALL painters to be dispatched starting on January 1st, 2025. Please read…

octubre 05, 2023
Events Save the Date! 

December 2nd, 2023, Union Christmas Party We have officially reserved a venue and catering for this year’s Christmas party. This…

octubre 05, 2023
Events Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat Volunteers Needed! The Southern Nevada Region will be holding a Trunk or Treat event at the hall…

septiembre 25, 2023
Events Lets Make it Happen!

Brothers and Sisters, Work has been steady with the majority of dispatches being made by name call. We have 9…

septiembre 22, 2023
Events, News Seeking PAPERHANGERS!

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

agosto 23, 2023
Events, Featured, News Walter Cantrell Scholarship!

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

julio 06, 2023
Events Qualify for the Event

Brothers and sisters I hope all the painters took the time to apply for the commercial painter instructor position open…

mayo 19, 2023
Events, Featured, News COMMUNITY DAY OF ACTION!

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

mayo 09, 2023
Events IUPAT Scholarships Available!

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

abril 28, 2023
Events Are Your Safety Certifications Up to Date?

Brothers and Sisters, I would like to remind all Local 83 members to consider obtaining or updating their safety certifications.…

abril 28, 2023
Events STAR Program Year Will End

Brothers and Sisters, The STAR program year will end on June 30. 2023. You MUST take the SCT class to qualify…

abril 20, 2023
Events, Featured, News IUPAT Scholarships Available!

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

abril 18, 2023
Events Congrats Brothers!

Brother and Sisters, We recently had nominations for the vacant positions of Trustee, Member at Large and Delegate to the…

abril 18, 2023
Events Happy Spring Local 83!

Now that the weather is cooperating, we have a few great VAC opportunities coming up quickly. Celebrate Earth Day Saturday…

abril 14, 2023
Events Painter’s contract expiring

The current Painters contract is scheduled to expire on June 30th of this year and we are taking input from…

abril 03, 2023
Events Have Your Voice Heard

The Painters Contract is up for Negotiation this summer. Bring your contracts suggestions to the Local Membership meeting. They are…

abril 03, 2023
Events A little bit of everything

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you doing well and working.  If you are not currently working, please…

abril 03, 2023
Events Local 12 News!

All active members should have received an email or text with a survey regarding our upcoming contract negotiations. These surveys…

marzo 10, 2023
Events EXCITING NEWS

Dear Brothers and Sisters, EXCITING NEWS We will have our first training class at our local hall, 272 March 25th,…

marzo 10, 2023
Events Franciscan Glass Shower Doors

Since 1960, San Francisco Bay Area contractors, designers, architects, building home owners, and stained glass artists have relied on Franciscan…

marzo 10, 2023
Events Women’s Committee

Brothers and Sisters,   This week was Women in Construction Week. I would like to thank all of the women…

marzo 10, 2023
Events Glaziers Picnic!

The LU2001 E-board is having a picnic for all members on April 1st, 2023, at sunset park! Please make sure…

febrero 28, 2023
Events Congrats Brother Frank!

Our last LU 1512 meeting was a “Valentines Day/Retirement Party”.  We honored retiring member Frank Demario as he retired after…

febrero 28, 2023
Events Work Outlook

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, Work in the Sacramento Area is really starting to pick up. Ranker AMG, Nor Cal Glass,…

febrero 27, 2023
Events MORE WORK OPPORTUNITIES

NLRB CHARGES WHAT Brothers and Sisters, As you already know or as you should know DC16 Staff’s main priority is…

febrero 24, 2023
Events Labor Gives Back!

Brothers and Sisters, Alameda Labor Council and California Labor Federation are hosting a Diaper Drive. Diaper access is a widespread…

febrero 24, 2023
Events VAC Opportunities

VAC (Volunteer Activist Committee) opportunities April 15th is the scheduled day for this year’s VAC Banquet at Casa Real. Those…

febrero 24, 2023
Events Upcoming VAC Event & Banquet

March 11th 10:45 is the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in SF. Meeting Place 400 2nd street 10:45am Wear something green!…

febrero 24, 2023
Events DC16 Health & Welfare Presentation by HS&BA

On Wednesday, February 15th HS&BA will be providing an educational presentation on the Health plans provided by our TPA (HS&BA).…

febrero 13, 2023
Events Join us to Celebrate and Eat!

We know this month’s meeting is falling on Valentine’s Day, so we are going to have a big lasagna dinner.…

febrero 13, 2023
Events Donate your Talents!

Calling all VAC Participants! Please come help make the St. Patrick’s Day Float something our Local can be proud of!…

febrero 13, 2023
Events Donate your Talents!

Calling all VAC Participants! Please come help make the St. Patrick’s Day Float something our Local can be proud of!…

febrero 13, 2023
Events Donate your Talents!

Calling all VAC Participants! Please come help make the St. Patrick’s Day Float something our Local can be proud of!…

febrero 13, 2023
Events SF Public Defender

San Francisco’s public defender Mano Raju was just reelected and had his inauguration ceremony. San Francisco is the only place…

febrero 13, 2023
Events Dispatch Requirements

As a reminder to all Journeymen, as of January 1, 2023 you must have all required training up to date…

febrero 13, 2023
Events, Featured, News DC16 Health Plan

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

febrero 13, 2023
Events Local 12 shines @ Surfaces!

IUPAT Flooring is really starting to get recognized in the industry as the premier installers in the business and it…

febrero 10, 2023
Events Your Health Plan

On Wednesday, February 15th HS&BA will be providing an educational presentation on the Health plans provided by our TPA (HS&BA).…

febrero 10, 2023
Events Upcoming Work Outlook

Drywall Finishers Work is slowly starting to pick up for the Drywall Finishers and should be in full swing by…

febrero 10, 2023
Events STAR Classes

Brothers and Sisters Please make sure you take The SCT class. It is the new qualifier; everyone will need to…

febrero 10, 2023
Events New STAR Program Requirement Class!

This year the STAR board changed the qualifying class from the “survival of the fittest” to SCT (Supervisory Certificate Training),…

febrero 08, 2023
Events Contract Suggestions

Brothers and Sisters, We will be having a second meeting for all Painters on Saturday February 25, 2023. I originally…

febrero 07, 2023
Events We Need Your Input!

Dear Members of Local 83, I would like to remind everyone about the Painters contract ending this June, and It’s…

febrero 02, 2023
Events Contract Suggestions Needed!

Dear members of Local 507, Our second meeting of the year will be on Tuesday February 28, 2023 at 6:30…

enero 31, 2023
Events Are you qualified for STAR’s ?

There is only 6 more months to get qualified for the STAR’s picnic. In order to be invited to the…

enero 30, 2023
Events San Jose PLA!

Glaziers Local 1621, Our San Jose City Project Labor Agreement will come up for renewal in March of 2024, and…

enero 30, 2023
Events Member Jamil Weaks

I would like to spotlight Local 3 Member Jamil Weaks. Jamil is a recent graduate from MC3 program Rising Sun.…

enero 30, 2023
Events Do you want to be a Steward?

We have finalized our Steward Training Program and will be having our first course on January 30th at the Hall…

enero 30, 2023
Events Do you want to be a Steward?

We have finalized our Steward Training Program and will be having our first course on January 30th at the Hall…

enero 30, 2023
Events Work is slowing down

Work has slowed down, and as of today there are 10 members on the Out-of-Work List (OWL).  In my last…

enero 30, 2023
Events More Work Ahead

Greetings Local 767 members. As we enter a new year, the work outcome looks very strong. Some of the main…

enero 30, 2023
Events Closure-Desert Springs Hospital

ATTENTION MEMBERS, The Valley Health System, which is a member of the Nevada Health Coalition, recently provided the important information…

enero 27, 2023
Events Want To Stand Out Among The Rest?

Out of Work List Painters – 25 Drywall Finishers – 16 As a reminder, for those whom are not working,…

enero 19, 2023
Events In Memoriam

As we start a new year, I feel that it is only right to honor our brothers that we lost…

enero 19, 2023
Events 913 Giving Back

Local 913’s VAC coordinator Lajeana Thompson organized the Sunnydale Holiday Calibration last month for Christmas, a community event aimed to…

enero 17, 2023
Events Happy New Year 2023

Dear Members of Local 1621, Well the Glaziers Local 1621 Holiday party at the Hayes Mansion was a success. I…

enero 17, 2023
Events Wanted: Manpower

If you or someone you know is currently out of work, ProSpectra is looking for manpower to work on the…

enero 17, 2023
Events IMPASSE

Brothers and Sisters, Let me first apologize for the tardiness on the update for this information page. Beginning right before…

enero 17, 2023
Events Want a Say in Your Pay?

Happy New Year!! Hopefully everyone had a safe and happy holidays. We have the Painters contract coming up this year…

enero 06, 2023
Events Have a Say About Your pay!

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this finds you all doing well. I would like to remind the Painters about upcoming…

enero 06, 2023
Events New Year New Skill!

Happy New Year! Another year full of surprises has drawn to a close, giving way to a new one full…

enero 05, 2023
Events Pinewood Derby Race!

Join us for some family fun at Local 159’s 2nd Annual Pinewood Derby Race. Please see flyer below for more…

enero 04, 2023
Events, Featured, News Learn About Your Retirement Plan!

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

enero 03, 2023
Events, Featured, News Carlos Flores appointed to School Board!

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

noviembre 11, 2022
Events 2023 Must Haves!

Brothers and Sisters, Starting January 1, 2023, the following certifications will be required for Journeyman Glaziers to be dispatched: First…

agosto 30, 2022
Events Coastal Cleanup!

The West Bay locals will be holding a beach clean up in Pacifica on September 17. This is a great…

agosto 30, 2022
Events LU 83 News!

Brothers & Sisters of Local 83, What a great success the Six Flags picnic was! Thank you to everyone who…

agosto 30, 2022
Events REGISTER TO HELP US HELP YOU

The importance of getting registered to VOTE is more about the Local Races for City Councils, Mayors, School Board Members,…

agosto 29, 2022
Events Work Outlook!

Brothers and Sisters, I would like to give you a update on the work that is coming to the Sacramento…

agosto 29, 2022
Events Labor Day!

Brothers and Sisters, I want to take advantage of this communication to thank each and every one of you for…

agosto 29, 2022
Events Calling All NEW Local 12 Members!

New Member Orientation is back in person and if you joined the Local in the last two years you will…

agosto 29, 2022
Events EXCITING NEWS!

We will have our FIRST VAC in our region. Please call me if you would like to participate and give…

agosto 29, 2022
Events Labor Fest

Hello Members, Join us Monday September 5, 2022 11am-4pm

agosto 29, 2022
Events New Member Orientation Meetings

Attention new Local 1621 Members with in the last 3 years. If you have not done the New Member Orientation…

agosto 29, 2022
Events Looking to November

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you and your loved ones doing well.  It’s been a busy summer…

agosto 29, 2022
Events Who’s Going?

Brothers and Sisters, On September 23rd , the 2022 Tradeswomen Fall Celebration will take place at Zero Net Energy Center…

agosto 29, 2022
Events Spot Light!

Hello all, I hope you all are doing good and we have a 4 day weekend coming up so I…

agosto 23, 2022
Events We Are Back!

Local 913s in person Membership Meetings are back in person, and have been for a while now. We would love…

agosto 19, 2022
Events Walter Cantrell Scholarship!

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

agosto 17, 2022
Events VALLEJO WATERFRONT WEEKEND!!!!

Come out and join Local 376 and cheer on our rowing team that will be representing us in the Whaleboat…

agosto 17, 2022
Events Education is a Must

Brothers and Sisters, Well it looks like we have almost made it through another summer. As our children are heading…

agosto 15, 2022
Events Upcoming Jobs and Training Card Requirements 

Local 1621 Members, I have received word that Bagatelos Glass will be looking for manpower in quarter of 2022 (most…

agosto 15, 2022
Events STAR Event

Brothers and Sisters, I wanted to take this opportunity to remind everyone about the importance of continued training through the…

agosto 15, 2022
Events ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY

Members,  We are beginning to have Member Orientation Classes in person. Please watch for your letter to come in the…

agosto 15, 2022
Events YOUR VOICE MATTERS!

Take the short poll today to voice your concerns, we can work together to make change! Click here to take…

agosto 15, 2022
Events STAR EVENT

Hello Glaziers, I hope you are doing well. We wanted to remind everyone who has qualified for this year’s STAR…

agosto 12, 2022
Events Holidays & DDO’s

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you and yours doing well.  Work in the Central Valley has been…

agosto 12, 2022
Events Don’t miss out on 2023 STAR Picnic

The new qualifier class for STAR is SCT – Introduction DC16 and Finishing Trades Associations. If you have been to…

agosto 12, 2022
Events Register to Vote!

Political season is here, and it is vital that we as members of organized labor make sure our voices are…

agosto 12, 2022
Events Register to Vote!

Political season is here, and it is vital that we as members of organized labor make sure our voices are…

agosto 12, 2022
Events STARS event coming up!!

The next STAR (Safety Training Awards Recognition) event is being held on September 10th and it is returning to the…

agosto 12, 2022
Events SIX FLAGS Tickets

Brothers & Sisters of Local 83, If you are looking for ways to get involved, we will be adding a…

agosto 12, 2022
Events Good for Another Year

Brother and Sister’s, I hope this is article finds you and your loved ones enjoying your summer.  Work has been…

agosto 01, 2022
Events Hispanic Foundation’s College Success Summer Programs 2022

Hispanic Foundation’s College Success Summer Programs 2022 Quetzal Mama | College Writing Bootcamp Workshop   It’s summer which means our…

agosto 01, 2022
Events Attendance Required!

Brothers and Sisters, Our August membership meeting will be the last meeting we hold via zoom. Moving forward all meetings…

agosto 01, 2022
Events Members in Action!

Picket Action: Organizers Representatives and Members participated in a very effective Picket Action against non-union paint company, Canterbury Painting. This…

julio 29, 2022
Events RATIFIED❗❗

Congratulations to the Local 294 Drywall Finishers and Floor Coverers. District Council 16 / Local Union 294 recently completed negotiations…

julio 29, 2022
Events AFL-CIO Member Survey

The AFL-CIO is conducting a member survey to get feedback on what’s important to our membership. Please follow the link…

julio 29, 2022
Events AFL-CIO Member Survey

The AFL-CIO is conducting a member survey to get feedback on what’s important to our membership. Please follow the link…

julio 29, 2022
Events Orientation Meetings are Back

Local 1621 Members, We are finally able to have Orientation meetings  again for all new members that have signed up…

julio 28, 2022
Events Local 159 Night at The Ballpark

Brothers and Sisters, Use the link below to purchase your tickets for you and your family to The Aviators game…

julio 28, 2022
Events Will You Be There?

Greetings Brothers & Sisters, I hope this article finds you in good health and prosperity. I would like to go…

julio 22, 2022
Events Let’s Have Some Fun!

Hello all, I Hope everyone is doing ok, just a reminder that in order to attend the STAR event being…

julio 22, 2022
Events It Is Changing!

Local 272 Members We need to help our sisters with the opportunity to work side by side with us. Times…

julio 22, 2022
Events Need Help in San Benito County

Local 1621 Members we need your help in the San Benito County to support the Strada Verde Project. There is…

julio 19, 2022
Events OUT OF WORK??

I have noticed that a lot of members sit around and wait for work to come to them. If you…

julio 19, 2022
Events Want to Participate?

Brothers and Sisters, Work for Painters and Tapers has been steady. We have had some Contractors request labor from the…

julio 19, 2022
Events More is Better!

It has been a busy couple of months. With contract ratifications, elections and wage allocations. I wanted to take this…

julio 19, 2022
Events Apprentice Graduation Dinner is back!

On July 9th  the graduation dinner returned after a few years of not being able to hold the dinner due…

julio 19, 2022
Events LU 83 Picnic!

Brother and Sisters of Local 83, I am happy to announce the Local 83 annual picnic at Six Flags will…

julio 19, 2022
Events LET’S RATIFY!!!!

Attention Fresno Drywall Members we will be ratifying the Fresno Area Addendum Tuesday July 19th, at the Local Union Hall…

julio 15, 2022
Events Negotiations Complete!

Flooring and Drywall Negotiations have been completed; contracts have been updated. If you would like a copy of the new…

julio 15, 2022
Events Skilled & Trained

Dear members of Local 507, Please take time to read the following letter from Andrew Meredith, President State Building and…

julio 15, 2022
Events Local News!

First, I know everyone is busy but I like to thank everyone who took the time and came out and…

julio 15, 2022
Events Man, It’s Hot!

Brothers and Sisters, Here we are on June 29th and it’s going to be 93 today, which isn’t too bad…

julio 15, 2022
Events Local 913 Event Update!

Join us the first Wednesday of every month for our Monthly Membership Meeting. Meetings are held at 6pm at 1939…

julio 15, 2022
Events, Featured, News Walter Cantrell Scholarship!

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

julio 07, 2022
Events, Featured, News Calling All Women!

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

julio 06, 2022
Events Local 3 News!

Brothers and Sisters, As we gear up for the 4th of July weekend, I would like to remind everyone that…

julio 06, 2022
Events $$ WAGE ALLOCATION VOTE

Brothers and Sisters, On July 8, 2022 we will be holding a ratification vote for Local Union 1512 Wage Increase…

julio 05, 2022
Events LU 718 Holiday Committee

Brothers and Sisters, I would like to introduce you to the Local Union 718 Holiday Committee. The committee meets regularly…

julio 05, 2022
Events SAVE THE DATE

1st ANNUNAL RENO LABOR FEST 2022 MONDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2022 IDLEWILD PARK- RENO Live music-food trucks-kids fun zone- beer garden-apprenticeship…

julio 01, 2022
Events Results Are In!

Dear members of Local 507, I want to thank you for all the support you gave us during the elections…

julio 01, 2022
Events Working Together!

Brothers and sisters  I wanted to thank you all for taking the time to vote in the election, Painter’s wage…

julio 01, 2022
Events New Contract DDO & Holidays

Please see below for July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 DDO and Holiday list: July 4, 2022 – Holiday…

junio 29, 2022
Events Results of the Glaziers Allocation Vote

With 73 Votes cast for Option 1 and 70 Votes Cast for Option 2. The Winner by 3 votes was…

junio 29, 2022
Events DRYWALL RATIFACTION VOTE

On 6/23/22 the Drywall Finishers of DC16 overwhelmingly voted yes on the latest contract offer that will keep them working…

junio 29, 2022
Events Agreement Ratified!

Brothers and Sisters, The Northern California Drywall Finishers Master Agreement and Sacramento Area Addendum has been ratified by the membership.…

junio 29, 2022
Events Heat Related Injuries

Welcome brothers and sisters, As the summer begins and work starts to pick up in the valley, please make every…

junio 24, 2022
Events, Featured, News Members of LU 159! Come Vote!

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

junio 23, 2022
Events CBA Ratified & Wages Have Been Allocated!

We would first like to thank everyone who came out to vote on May 26th for our contract ratification vote…

junio 17, 2022
Events Allocation Results!

Brothers and Sisters, I would like to thank the Glaziers Local Union 718 members that helped with our Wage Allocation…

junio 17, 2022
Events PLA’s Holiday’s & DDO’s

July 1st is a DDO for the following crafts under the Fresno Area Jurisdiction: Painters, Drywall Finishers, Floor Coverers. July…

junio 17, 2022
Events Nominations, Elections, and Allocations!

As you all are aware we just completed District Council 16 Election for Business Manager-Secretary/Treasurer and Business Representative for Local…

junio 17, 2022
Events July Nominations!

junio 17, 2022
Events LU Updates!

Drywall Finishers contract negotiations are still on going, contact the local for the most up to date news. The Painters…

junio 16, 2022
Events Votes Are In!

Brothers and Sisters, I would like to thank everyone who came out to vote on the District Council 16 Election…

junio 16, 2022
Events Welcome Brent!

Members of Local 83, I hope this letter finds you all well.  My name is Brent Hudson and I would…

junio 16, 2022
Events It’s Up To You!

Greetings Sisters and Brothers, Please remember it is very important to get your voice heard by voting. There are a…

junio 07, 2022
Events What’s to Come!?

Masks are again required at DC16 locals when coming into the office and at monthly meetings. DC16 Elections and Painters…

junio 07, 2022
Events It’s All Up to You!

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you well and working 40 hours plus!  We are getting busy in…

junio 07, 2022
Events Important Dates

Local 12’s has some important dates coming up next week! Come out next Wednesday June 8th at 5:30pm to 2020…

junio 07, 2022
Events Mark your calendars!

Dear Local 567 Members, Mark your calendars! As most of you are aware we are currently renegotiating the Drywall and…

junio 07, 2022
Events Vote on All 3!

Brothers and Sisters, On Saturday June 11th, the Painter’s will vote on where to allocate the $2.00 total package increase…

junio 07, 2022
Events DC16 Elections – June 11th

Brothers and Sisters, Mark your calendars! We will be having several things going on at every Local Union throughout District…

junio 03, 2022
Events DC 16 Elections! – JUNE 11th

Remember to come out and Vote on June 11 for the District Council 16 Election of Business Manager- Secretary Treasurer…

junio 03, 2022
Events VOTE June 11th

Dear Members of Local 507, There are going to be several Votes on June 11, 2022 from 7:00 am to…

junio 03, 2022
Events Wage Allocation Vote

Local Union 83 Painters Wage Allocation Vote Please be advised that an Allocation Vote has been scheduled from 7:00 am…

junio 03, 2022
Events Contact Info Update

Hello 767 Members, Please contact our office 916-393-2742 to update your contact information including cell phone, home phone, current address…

junio 03, 2022
Events June 11th VOTE!

Hello Members I just want to say with us coming out of covid and everything opening back up that our…

junio 03, 2022
Events VOTE JUNE 11th

Local 1621 Glaziers, The Joint Eboard met on May 17th to discuss the options that will be presented for the…

junio 02, 2022
Events Nominations

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, We had nominations at our Local 487 Membership Meeting this Monday. I would like to thank…

junio 02, 2022
Events Joey’s Celebration of Life

Members of Local 159 are invited to a celebration of life for our brother Joseph “Joey” Lancaster on Friday June…

junio 02, 2022
Events Important Elections

Dear members of Local 507, The Building Trades and the South Bay team have successfully negotiated another massive Project Labor…

junio 02, 2022
Events VOTE JUNE 11th!

Members,  We are asking that all members PLEASE show up to vote on Saturday, June 11, 2022. You may vote…

junio 01, 2022
Events, Featured, News Flooring Master Agreement Vote!

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

mayo 24, 2022
Events Work Outlook!

Greetings Sisters and Brothers, We are starting to get into the summer months and work should be picking up. We…

mayo 23, 2022
Events Help Fight for NV Workers

Brothers and Sisters, Please join us every Tuesday and Thursday (May 24-June 24) from 5-7pm to phone bank supporting candidates…

mayo 23, 2022
Events The Results Are In

Brothers and Sisters, I hope this article finds you and yours doing well.  A lot has happened since my last…

mayo 20, 2022
Events Make your VOTE count!!

Local Union 718 Glaziers Wage Allocation Vote Please be advised that an Allocation Vote for our January 1, 2023 total…

mayo 20, 2022
Events DC16 Elections, PAINTERS & GLAZIER VOTE!

Voting on June 11th at all Local union Locations. There will be several items to vote on… There will be…

mayo 19, 2022
Events Upcoming VAC’s

We have a couple upcoming VAC events! Phone banking for Giselle Hale, State Assembly candidate, Wednesday May 25, at 6PM.…

mayo 19, 2022
Events IMPORTANT VOTE!

Local Union 507 Painters Wage Allocation Vote Please be advised that an Allocation Vote has been scheduled from 7:00 am…

mayo 18, 2022
Events Make Your VOTE Count!

Voting on June 11th at all Local Union Locations. There will be several items to vote on… There will be…

mayo 17, 2022
Events JUNE LOCAL & DISTRICT ELECTIONS!

Our local Election for DC16 Delegates will be at the Wednesday June 1st Monthly Membership Meeting at the Union Hall…

mayo 13, 2022
Events Stay up-to-date on your CBA Certifications

Glaziers Local 1621 Journeyman Members this is just a friendly reminder to keep up with your Certifications as starting in…

mayo 10, 2022
Events Come Out and Volunteer!

VAC event. Come out and volunteer. Help make food boxes for the hungry in our community.  When: Wednesday May 11th…

mayo 10, 2022
Events Sign Up Today!

DC16 STAR’s program has been ongoing through the Pandemic. Sign Up and get your certifications done to qualify and win…

mayo 10, 2022
Events New “STAR” Qualifying Class

Starting July 2022 SCT is the only qualifying class that counts for participation in the annual STAR Event. This one-time…

mayo 09, 2022
Events More Work Hours!

Hello Brothers and Sisters, I would like to start off by talking about some upcoming projects in the Sacramento area.…

mayo 09, 2022
Events Executive Board Openings – Your Local needs you!

We will be nominating a new Executive Board for Local 12. If you are interested in being an E-Board member…

mayo 09, 2022
Events Support Those Who Support Labor!

Brothers and Sisters, We will be supporting political candidates that support labor. If you would like to get involved we…

mayo 09, 2022
Events In With The New

Brothers and Sisters, On May 3rd during the Local 1237 Membership Meeting, we held nominations for Business Manager-Secretary Treasurer (BM/ST),…

mayo 09, 2022
Events US Citizenship Prep Class

Your local 567 organizer has created a relationship with The Northern Nevada Literacy Council. They are now offering free classes…

mayo 09, 2022
Events Get Qualified!!

Supervisor Certification Training: SCT – Introduction to DC16 and the Finishing Trades Associations Saturday, May 21st, June 11th & July…

mayo 09, 2022
Events Nominations and Elections

By now everyone should have received notification of the upcoming Nominations and Elections from both your  Local and the District…

mayo 09, 2022
Events Qualifier for STAR!

Brothers and Sisters, Nominations & Elections During May’s meeting, we will be holding Nominations for District Council 16 Business Manager/…

mayo 09, 2022
Events, Featured, News Sign-Up Today!

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

abril 29, 2022
Events We Are Open!

Local Union 718 Brothers and Sisters, The hall is open to members and the public. If you want to stop…

abril 29, 2022
Events YOU ARE NOT ALONE-BEAT IT CAN HELP

YOU ARE NOT ALONE-BEAT IT CAN HELP If you know a family member who has been struggling with any mental…

abril 26, 2022
Events NEW Requirement for STAR Program!

Dear Members of Local 507, Starting July 2022, SCT 1 is the only qualifying class that counts for participation in…

abril 25, 2022
Events Can you Make a Difference?

Brothers and Sisters, The weather is starting to get warmer and people are starting to do more public outdoors activities.…

abril 25, 2022
Events Nominations & Elections!

Brothers and Sisters, You should be receiving notifications of upcoming nominations and elections for all elected positions. Nominations will be…

abril 25, 2022
Events “Feast or Famine”

The “Famine” has been real. Work has been very slow. The out-of-work list was as big as I have ever…

abril 25, 2022
Events LAST CHANCE!

On May 3, 2022, during the Monthly Membership Meeting we will have nominations for the positions of Business Manager/Secretary Treasurer…

abril 25, 2022
Events STAR’s Flooring Class!

There are few opportunities that we highly recommend in the next few months with our STAR Program. The first ever…

abril 25, 2022
Events COMBINED NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS NOTICE

COMBINED NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS NOTICELOCAL UNION 567NOMINATIONS APRIL 22, 2022 To all Members of Local Union 567, Nominations for the…

abril 22, 2022
Events Brother Charlie Richard

Earlier this year we lost our previous Local 376 President and longtime labor leader who passed away much too early…

abril 20, 2022
Events Register & Dinner on Us!

Greetings Brothers and Sisters It is important for all members to allow their voices to be heard. Please make every…

abril 13, 2022
Events Register to Vote!

Brothers and Sisters, We will be holding a voter registration event at the Union Hall on April 21, 2022. If…

abril 13, 2022
Events Endorsement!

Dear Members of Local 507, Please see the list below of the candidates from the South Bay region that we…

abril 11, 2022
Events We ARE Open

Dear Members, Local 507 is open to all the members for any help you might need. We do have some…

abril 11, 2022
Events IUPAT Helping Hands Program

Local 1621 Members, If you know a member who is in need of some help please reach out to the…

abril 11, 2022
Events Local 12 Supports Youth Activities!

Do you have child or relative who is in the cub scouts or plays Pop Warner football? Whatever the activity…

abril 11, 2022
Events Your Job Could Depend On It!

Register to vote, your job could depend on it Primary Election Day is coming quickly, June 7, 2022, to be…

abril 08, 2022
Events Fight for More!

Local 272 Members: We need your support and help – If you see any new jobs in your area, please…

abril 08, 2022
Events We need your input!

Members of Local 159 our Master Labor Agreement will expire June 30th of this year. District Council 16 will be…

marzo 31, 2022
Events Will you be Qualified?

Hello brothers and sisters, We have just started to begin our new SCT Training Module that will be the pre-qualify…

marzo 31, 2022
Events It is MANDATORY

Members need to send their Union Dues directly to District Council Centralized Dues. You may download the IUPAT’s Mobile Membership…

marzo 30, 2022
Events Learning the Ins & Outs

Hello Brothers and Sisters, We have just started to begin our new SCT Training Module that will be the pre-qualify…

marzo 30, 2022
Events Let your Voices be heard!

Brothers and Sisters, As many of you know the elections are coming up fast and we need your help! The…

marzo 28, 2022
Events Are you in need of assistance? Local 12 can help!

The last two years have been unusual times that most of us have never experienced. For some of you, these…

marzo 28, 2022
Events PLA IF YOU PLEASE

On February 4, 2022, President Biden signed an Executive Order on all project labor agreements (PLA)  for Federal Construction Projects, which…

marzo 28, 2022
Events Trades Introduction Program (TIP)

Do you know someone that is interested in getting into the trades but doesn’t know where to start? The Trades…

marzo 28, 2022
Events Out of Work?!

Brothers and Sisters, As we near the expiration of the Northern California Drywall Finishers Master Agreement, I urge Local 3…

marzo 28, 2022
Events Out of work?

As many of you know, our Industry is a little slow currently. We hope work will be picking up soon,…

marzo 28, 2022
Events Open House!

Building & Construction Trades Council of Northern Nevada Announces Community Open House at Local Apprenticeship Training Centers Sparks, NV –…

marzo 28, 2022
Events Tell California Lawmakers What Gas Costs in Your Neighborhood

Local 1621 Members, As you know, the quickly escalating gas prices are hitting our members, who often have long commutes…

marzo 25, 2022
Events TRAINING & POLITICAL ACTION

TRAINING SCT1 Have you taken Supervisor Certification Training 1 (SCT1)? The correct answer is probably NO, even if you have.…

marzo 25, 2022
Events Brother Anjel Valasquez Rivera

LU 159 Members, It is with great sorrow I write that our Brother Anjel Valasquez Rivera passed away on March…

marzo 22, 2022
Events Elections 

Dear Members of Local 507, Elections are coming and it is time to vote again. The Santa Clara & San Benito…

marzo 15, 2022
Events Becoming More Valuable?

If you or someone you know worked as a Shipyard Painter or a Commercial Painter and is currently not working,…

marzo 15, 2022
Events Have Your Voice Heard! 📢

Brothers and Sisters: We need your help – we need all members to register to VOTE. We need to show our…

marzo 15, 2022
Events Help Support a CWA in Seaside California

Dear Brothers and Sisters of Glaziers Local 1621, If you live in Monterey County and specifically Seaside, California, We are…

marzo 15, 2022
Events Now Hiring!

Local Union 718 Brothers and Sisters, I am featuring P.L.A. Mission Rock Job at 3rd & Terry Francois Boulevard in…

marzo 15, 2022
Events Register Today!

Register Today! Brothers and Sisters we need our voices to be heard. We need to show up and Vote, not…

marzo 14, 2022
Events Your Vote Matters!

The mid-term elections are approaching fast and its time for us to get politically active. Believe it or not, politics…

marzo 14, 2022
Events INDUSTRIAL PAINTERS NEEDED!

If you or someone you know are interested in becoming a Hybrid Commercial / Industrial Painter, please call the Local…

marzo 14, 2022
Events Week of VAC’s!

Local 159 had 5 VAC’s in 7 days! Member came to the hall on Saturday March 5th  and Sunday March…

marzo 14, 2022
Events What do you want?

Dear Brothers and Sisters, With contract negotiations of the Northern California Floor Covering Master Agreement and the Sacramento Floor Covering…

marzo 14, 2022
Events Local Union Update

Brothers and Sisters, Local Union Office: Our office is now open to the Membership, Members will have to wear masks…

marzo 14, 2022
Events 2 Admin Positions Available

Attention Members, If you or anyone you know might be interested in applying to come work for District Council 16…

marzo 13, 2022
Events 2 Admin Positions Available

Attention Members, If you or anyone you know might be interested in applying to come work for District Council 16…

marzo 09, 2022
Events Meeting Attendance Is Up

We had a good turnout at the last Local 83 membership meeting in February with a good dialogue between the…

marzo 07, 2022
Events Drywall Finishers Contract Expiring Soon!!

Questions can be asked and answered and contract suggestions will be taken for the Drywall contract that will expire on…

marzo 07, 2022
Events Food & Swag‼

Please do not forget that the union meetings are on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6pm. We need…

marzo 04, 2022
Events Current Negotiated Project Labor Agreements

Glaziers Local 1621 members, Please see the below Current Project Labor Agreements in Santa Clara County that have been negotiated…

marzo 03, 2022
Events LU Swag & Recent Events

Local 913 has some pull over and zip up hoodies available for Purchase at the Hall. 20$ Check or money…

marzo 03, 2022
Events Get Involved in your Community!

I hope you are all doing well. A friendly reminder that our VAC program is in full swing. Please check…

marzo 01, 2022
Events Register Today for TWBN Winter Webinar

Glaziers Local 1621 Members, Please see the below link for the Trades Women Build Nations Winter Webinar. This has been…

marzo 01, 2022
Events Local News!

Brothers and Sisters, I would first like to start off with some local news. If you haven’t paid your Local…

marzo 01, 2022
Events Don’t Miss It‼

Dear Members of Local 507, Local 507 next regular meeting will be on March 22, 2022, at 6:30 pm, where…

marzo 01, 2022
Events 2 Admin Positions Available!

Attention Members, If you or anyone you know might be interested in applying to come work for District Council 16…

marzo 01, 2022
Events PLA Man Hours!

Brothers and Sisters, Recently Joe Biden signed an executive order on use of Project Labor Agreements on Federal Projects. This…

febrero 28, 2022
Events Welcome Hired LU718 Business Rep.

Hello Members of Local Union #718, Hope this message finds you and your family well. At this time I would like to congratulate Brother…

febrero 28, 2022
Events Apprentices Training Has Resumed!

Apprentices- training has resumed! Please consult your blue book for the most current and updated information regarding your class times.…

febrero 28, 2022
Events Administrative Assistant Positions Available!

District Council 16 is seeking to hire 2 Administrative Assistants! If you are interested in applying, please email your resume…

febrero 16, 2022
Events Success at Surfaces!

Three members of Local 12 qualified to compete in the National Floor Covering Competition the first week of February in…

febrero 14, 2022
Events Special Swag!

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, We should have the first Local 767 Architectural Metal and Glass Technician (AGMT) Jackets by next…

febrero 14, 2022
Events What is Your Pension Option?

Pension Schedule Option Survey As you all know the pension is going through some changes that effect many aspects of…

febrero 14, 2022
Events It Just Got Easier!

Greetings Members- More exciting changes coming our way! We have a great way to make our lives easier by paying…

febrero 14, 2022
Events Future Work Outlook

Brothers and Sisters, We have started off the year in a good direction. Work has picked up dramatically for the…

febrero 14, 2022
Events What have you done for your Local Union lately?

With May quickly approaching, per the IUPAT Constitution Local 1237 will have nominations for all Executive Board positions. Per Section…

febrero 14, 2022
Events AGMT Testing Dates & Santa Clara Mask Requirements

Local 1621 Glaziers, AGMT is our future and we need to get behind having our Journeyman get certified. Over 50…

febrero 11, 2022
Events Have you accessed your Vacation Pay?

If you’ve worked for one of our contractors and are a 60% apprentice or higher, you receive hourly Vacation Pay.…

febrero 11, 2022
Events Local Union Apparel

I hope this finds you doing well. This year with the direction of the E-board and the members that have…

febrero 11, 2022
Events Industrial Work

Painter Members, If you are a Commercial Painters and currently out-of-work, you might be interested in some Industrial work. Even…

febrero 11, 2022
Events Pro Tem Business Rep.

Local 718 membership, I hope you are all well and for those that do not know me, my name is…

febrero 11, 2022
Events Apprentices Needed!!

District Council 16 staff receives dispatch requests for Apprentices quite frequently. It is imperative that you call into your Local…

febrero 11, 2022
Events 1st Annual Pinewood Derby

Local 159 would like to congratulate Mike Neville 1st place, Levi Toia 2nd place and Manual Valdez 3rd place and…

febrero 11, 2022
Events Apprentices Needed!!

District Council 16 staff receives dispatch requests for Apprentices quite frequently. It is imperative that you call into your Local…

febrero 11, 2022
Events, Featured, News Your Vacation Pay – OE Federal Credit Union

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

febrero 09, 2022
Events, Featured, News Walter Cantrell Winners!

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

febrero 08, 2022
Events Wage and Benefit Increase

Brothers and Sisters, Please note that you have a $1.00 increase effective February 1, 2022. You should see a $0.36…

febrero 01, 2022
Events LOCAL 1176 ZOOM MEETINGS

Brothers and Sisters, Happy New Year Brothers and Sisters, I hope you and your families are doing well. I want…

enero 31, 2022
Events Drywall Upcoming Contract!

Drywall Finishers, We will be having a meeting Monday January 31 at 4:30 pm for Drywall Finishers to discuss the…

enero 31, 2022
Events February 2022 Meeting Cancelled

Dear Members, Due to a conflict of schedule I am going to cancel the February regular meeting. I will be sending…

enero 31, 2022
Events Are Your Certs Up-To-Date?

Brothers and Sisters, Recently we have been getting lots of phone calls from our Glazing Contractors requesting that we provide…

enero 31, 2022
Events Are You Ok?

Are you Ok? That can be a tough question to answer for a lot of us sometimes…. I know there…

enero 31, 2022
Events Negotiations, What do you want?

We are less than 5 months from the expiration of the Northern California Floor Covering Master Agreement and 6 months…

enero 31, 2022
Events Expiring Drywall Contract

DRYWALL CONTRACT UP JUNE 30 OF THIS YEAR! Join us at the Local meetings (1st Wednesday of the month) at…

enero 31, 2022
Events Member Obligations

Please review the DC16 Bylaws below to understand your obligation as a member of Local 12 if we do not…

enero 31, 2022
Events Organizer position available!

If you are interested in joining our team, please email your resume no later than Friday February 4th by 3:30pm to Laurie at laurie@www.dc16iupat.org.  All…

enero 31, 2022
Events We Have Grown!

Members, Local 272 membership has grown from 87 members to 240 strong! We want to continue growing and making a…

enero 31, 2022
Events Free Local 83 Zip-up jacket!

Local 83 has a new designed zip up jacket that will be given to anyone who attends 4 meetings in…

enero 29, 2022
Events Update on Covid 19 Testing Resources in Santa Clara County

Glaziers Local 1621, Good news! Additional COVID-19 testing resources are becoming available to Santa Clara County. We know that many…

enero 29, 2022
Events We Lost a Long Time Labor Leader

I unfortunately have horrible news to bring to you. Our former Local 376 President Charlie Richard has passed away. Charlie…

enero 29, 2022
Events Local 3 Meetings

Brothers and Sisters, Beginning February, Local 3 will be conducting our Regular Meetings via Zoom and in-person. A Zoom link…

enero 29, 2022
Events Attention Contra Costa Members

Click the link below and you can be eligible to receive up to 4 test for free delivered to your…

enero 28, 2022
Events Local 487 Death Benefit

Brothers and Sisters, I wanted to remind everyone about Local 487 Death Benefit. The cost remains at $5.05 a month.…

enero 19, 2022
Events Get Involved in your Community and Local

Greeting Brothers & Sisters, and Happy New Year.                Local 913’s monthly meetings are held at the Union Hall at…

enero 19, 2022
Events Journeyman Continued Education and Apprentice AGMT Final.

Local 1621 Glaziers, This is just a reminder for all Journeyman that you will need to show proof of Continuing…

enero 19, 2022
Events Farewell

Brothers and Sisters, This will be my last entry as the business rep of Local Union 718. The next update…

enero 19, 2022
Events New LU159 Contract

Members of Local 159, Our current contract expires June 30th 2022. District Council 16 will begin negotiating a new contract…

enero 19, 2022
Events 2022 is our Contract year!

Our current collective bargaining agreement ends June 30, 2022. Please do not make personal plans during this timeframe just in…

enero 19, 2022
Events Do you zoom?

Happy New Year Everyone! I want to remind the membership that we have been and will continue to have Hybrid…

enero 19, 2022
Events 2022 Work Outlook

Happy New Year Brothers and Sisters! I hope this article finds you and your loved ones starting off the year…

enero 19, 2022
Events Tapers Meeting In Modesto

Dear members of Local 507. We will have a meeting on Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Beyer Park 3700 Beyer…

enero 19, 2022
Events Death Benefit for 2022

Brothers and Sisters. As per the 767 Local By-Laws a notice went out to pay your premium for the 767…

enero 19, 2022
Events COVID Info Update

Hope everyone is safe and healthy, Lately I have been receiving notice from the employers on the exposures in either…

enero 19, 2022
Events Jackets have Arrived!

The Jackets have finally arrived! If you completed and returned the order from by the deadline, Please contact the hall…

enero 12, 2022
Events, Featured, News LU 718 Business Rep Position

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

enero 10, 2022
Events 2022 Work Outlook & Contract

Brothers and Sisters, I would like to start by wishing everyone a Happy New Year! With that being said, it…

enero 10, 2022
Events Painters & Drywall Finishers Pension increase

I have received many calls from members about the Town Hall Meeting on Monday December 20, 2021. The meeting was…

enero 07, 2022
Events Updates for Contracts and Negotiations

I would like to start off by wishing everyone a Happy New Years! I want to thank all the members…

enero 03, 2022
Events Good News for our Pension

Brothers and Sisters,  We have been getting a lot of phone calls from members about the Town Hall Meeting on…

diciembre 23, 2021
Events Years of Service Recognition

Brothers and Sisters, In years past at the Annual Holiday Meeting during Good of the Union, we would recognize the…

diciembre 19, 2021
Events Recent LU718 News

Brothers & Sisters, Unfortunately, the past month we have lost Brothers. Retired brother Jack W. Price who initiated on September…

diciembre 16, 2021
Events Fundraiser for Elio Diaz

Brothers and sisters, It is with a heavy heart I am writing you all today. As you may have already…

diciembre 14, 2021
Events LU 487 Sweatshirts!

Brothers and Sisters, It’s getting closer to the end of the year and I wanted to remind everyone to send…

diciembre 09, 2021
Events Your Next Contract!

Dear Drywall Finisher Members, We have a meeting to discuss your next contract’s suggestions on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at…

diciembre 03, 2021
Events It’s Almost Over

It’s hard to believe that the year is almost over!  Well with that being said, I would like to introduce…

diciembre 03, 2021
Events Years of Service Recognition

Brothers and Sister, I would like to wish everyone a happy Holiday Season! I would also like to recognize members…

diciembre 03, 2021
Events Join the CBA Committee

Brothers and Sisters, Reminder, there will be no meeting for the month of December. We will resume regular meetings in…

diciembre 03, 2021
Events Season’s Greetings

I hope everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving celebrations with your Families and Friends,! I would like to take this time to…

diciembre 03, 2021
Events AGMT Glaziers Continued Education

1621 AGMT Glaziers, This is just a reminder to make sure you have submitted your certifications to AGMT to keep…

diciembre 03, 2021
Events Monthly Meeting Giveaway!

As most of you are aware I, John Papa, will be retiring come the end of the year. It has…

diciembre 02, 2021
Events Goodwill Holiday Event

Need Help with Rent, Food, Work, Cash, Legal aid, or something else? You’re in luck! The Food Pantry and Resource…

diciembre 02, 2021
Events Out of Work?

Winter is typically a slow time for construction and sometimes layoffs happen… When you are out-of-work, even if it is…

diciembre 01, 2021
Events Stay Educated!

Brothers & Sisters, The list of 718 glaziers looking for work is at 6% of our total active membership. If…

diciembre 01, 2021
Events Get Ready Vegas!

As you as you all know work has tapered off over the last few months with Resorts World completing and…

noviembre 30, 2021
Events Out of Work?

Winter is typically a slow time for construction and sometimes layoffs happen… When you are out of work, even if…

noviembre 29, 2021
Events Future Work

Brothers and Sisters, I wanted to give everyone an update on the work coming up in the Sacramento Region. I…

noviembre 23, 2021
Events Upcoming CBA!

Brothers and Sisters, As we enter the Holiday season, let’s continue to focus on being as safe as we can…

noviembre 23, 2021
Events Nora Certification Class Dec. 7th & 8th

The Nora Technical Academy focuses on the latest installation techniques and industry standards, subflooring preparation and provides extensive hands-on training.…

noviembre 22, 2021
Events AGMT??

You might ask what does AGMT mean? Well it means a lot, it means we have an Opportunity to show…

noviembre 22, 2021
Events Upcoming DDO’s and Holidays

After the Veterans Day Holiday I received a few calls from members who weren’t sure if it was a holiday…

noviembre 22, 2021
Events Happy Thanksgiving!

The officers and Staff of Local 567 would like to wish their members and their families a Happy Thanksgiving. As…

noviembre 22, 2021
Events New President!

Napa / Solano Building and Construction Trades has a new President. I, Troy Notrangelo, was elected to represent the Napa…

noviembre 19, 2021
Events In Remembrance of BOBBY T.

Our president Nick King has provided a letter in remembrance of Robert Tarrant (Bobby T.) who initiated in this union…

noviembre 19, 2021
Events Labor Movement Holiday Event

Local 1621 Members, Hope you and your family are well. For any member that needs a little help this year for…

noviembre 16, 2021
Events Holiday Dinner

Brothers and Sister, The Annual Holiday Dinner Event will be cancelled this year due to COVID-19. However, we got approval…

noviembre 15, 2021
Events Future Work in Las Vegas for Local 159

We all know that work in Las Vegas is currently very slow. In an effort to generate more work hours…

noviembre 10, 2021
Events, Featured, News 2021 Stepping-Up Awards!

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

noviembre 10, 2021
Events LU 83 Representation

I, Troy Notrangelo have been assigned to Local Union 83 as the interim Representative as of November 8th. I look…

noviembre 10, 2021
Events Upcoming Events!

Brothers and Sisters, As we head into the Holiday season, please be check the events calendar for upcoming VAC’s. Saturday…

noviembre 08, 2021
Events Local Union Dues

Dues Questions? Local 159’s dues structure changed in June 2021 when the membership voted on Local Union bylaws. Part of…

noviembre 08, 2021
Events November LU Meeting

Dear Members, On our November regular meeting, we will be handing out $50 gift card. You need to be present…

noviembre 08, 2021
Events Honor Those Who Sacrificed

Brothers and Sisters, I hope that everyone is in good health and that their families are well. November 11th  is…

noviembre 08, 2021
Events DC16 makes long term investment in San Francisco

For many, many year the locals in San Francisco  Painters & Tapers Local 913, Glaziers Local 718 and Carpet, Linoleum…

noviembre 08, 2021
Events Veterans Day

Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans, who…

noviembre 08, 2021
Events 2022 Daily Journals Available!

Please contact Ede at 408-824-1280 if you would like a 2022 Daily Pocket Journal mailed to your home. You can…

noviembre 08, 2021
Events, Featured, News STAR Awards Event!

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

septiembre 15, 2021
Events STAR Event 2021

STAR Awards Eligibility Rules (as of 6/2021) are as follows: You must have completed 8 hours of Mark Breslin “Survival…

septiembre 07, 2021
Events In person meetings are Back!

Meetings in Person are back! Local 83 is having in person meetings with some restrictions. In August we can meet…

agosto 13, 2021
Events In person meetings!

Next meeting will be in person! August 4, 2021 @ 6pm Meetings will continue to follow the highest recommended COVID-19…

julio 21, 2021
Events Bylaws

I want to inform you that Local 507 Bylaws were approved by the International and went into effect on June…

julio 19, 2021
Events July Meeting.

Our July’s monthly meeting will be held Tuesday July 20, 2021 at 5:30pm in person at 1819 Hymer Ave., or…

julio 19, 2021
Events Walter Cantrell Scholarship!

The WALTER CANTRELL SCHOLARSHIP! To the Members of Local 1176 get your Sons and Daughters who plan on attending a…

julio 19, 2021
Events Wage Allocation Results.

Wage Allocation Results Brothers and Sisters, On July 9, 2021 Local 1237 had their wage allocation for the January 1,…

julio 19, 2021
Events Allocations and latest news.

The allocation vote for wages is Thursday July 22, 2021. The Poling place in the West Bay will be 65…

julio 19, 2021
Events V.A.C. July 31st

Brothers and Sisters,    We are putting together a VAC to help out the San Joaquin Building and Construction Trades…

julio 19, 2021
Events COVID-19 on the rise!

With a new surge of COVID-19 driving up case rates and hospitalizations across the Bay Area, Contra Costa Health Services…

julio 19, 2021
Events, Featured, News Help the Oakland A’s!

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

julio 15, 2021
Events Congratulations and thank you to our competitors…

On behalf of Local 12 and DC16, I would like to thank and congratulate Local 12 members Gary Harrison, Gary…

julio 15, 2021
Events Glaziers Wage Allocation

Local 1621 Glaziers wage allocation vote. Dear Brothers and Sisters, Please be advised that an allocation vote is scheduled from…

julio 15, 2021
Events Allocation options needed.

Glaziers Local 1621, We need your input on what to do with the remaining raise on January 1, 2022. Please…

julio 14, 2021
Events New Painters Wage Schedule!

Congratulations Northern Nevada Painters! Contract was ratified on June 22, 2021. Here is your new wage schedule

julio 14, 2021
Events Wage allocation results.

Starting January 1, 2022 our $3.00 raise will be allocated: $2.70 annuity (making the new total $8.61 per hour) $0.25…

julio 14, 2021
Events Tapers Contract and MMP

Tapers, Your contract expires next year, start thinking about what you want in your contract and start saving your money,…

julio 14, 2021
Events, Featured, News Walter Cantrell Scholarship

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

julio 14, 2021
Events Change of Insurance / Meeting Protocols

INSURANCE CHANGE As of July 1, 2021, we have changed insurance to Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. All members should…

julio 08, 2021
Events Walter Cantrell Scholarship!

Members of Local 83 please have your older children who are in school to take a look at this! What…

julio 07, 2021
Events New Building and news!

Brothers and sisters,             A few updates: Local Union 718 and our west bay office locals received the keys to…

julio 06, 2021
Events Wage Allocation.

Dear members the painters vote allocation that won was number 2 and it is as follows Option 2: $ .25 to Health…

julio 06, 2021
Events We have a new CBA!

As you may know we ratified a new 3-year contract. Thank you to all that voted!  What’s next you may…

julio 06, 2021
Events Recent Ratification

Greetings Brothers and Sisters! It has been very exciting to be able to have “one on one” conversations about the…

julio 06, 2021
Events Face to Face Meetings!

We are back to Face to Face meetings In person meetings will resume in July 2021. Members may still attend…

julio 06, 2021
Events Wage Allocation.

Wage Allocation Friday July 9th, Local 1237 members will have a wage allocation for the January 1, 2022 wage increase. …

julio 02, 2021
Events Meetings and Allocation Results

Brothers and Sisters,    The wage allocation for the Sacramento Area Painters was on June 23, 2021. This increase will…

julio 02, 2021
Events In Person Union Meetings!

The wait is finally over! Local 159 Monthly Membership Meeting are finally back in person. The first in person meeting…

julio 02, 2021
Events In Person Union Meetings!

In-person Local Union meetings are back… Welcome everyone starting July 1st,  BMST Robert Williams is allowing the Locals to open…

julio 02, 2021
Events, Featured, News Glaziers Ratification Results

We have a New Contract!

junio 30, 2021
Events, Featured, News Revised Northern California Glaziers Ratification

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

junio 28, 2021
Events Nominations and Elections

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Please be advised there are vacancies occurring among the Local 1512 Executive Board for Treasurer, Warden…

junio 28, 2021
Events New Staff

District Council 16 has recently hired 4 new Organizers through a Boot-camp that was held over 3 days. The new…

junio 25, 2021
Events Contract and Pension

To all the drywall finishers out there. Now is the time to speak to your representatives about your upcoming contract.…

junio 22, 2021
Events V.A.C.

Brothers and Sisters, We have started to hear that members would like to start to be more engaged with there…

junio 22, 2021
Events Bylaws & Wage Allocation

Local Union 3 will be voting on their Bylaws and $2.00 wage allocation on June 23, 2021, from 11:00a.m. to…

junio 17, 2021
Events Heat Stoke Prevention

Heat Stroke Prevention Here we are on June 17th and it’s going to be 108 today.  Please make sure that…

junio 17, 2021
Events Painter’s Contract

Local 567 Painters contract drive by vote and possible wage allocation will be Tuesday June 22, 2021 from 2pm-5pm.

junio 17, 2021
Events OOW List and Planning Commision

MEMBERS! Call or sign up on the out of work list. I have had several calls from contractors looking for…

junio 17, 2021
Events Glazier’s Master Agreement Update

Local 1621 Glaziers, Thank you for showing up for the Master Agreement Vote on June 10th. Management’s Last, Best and…

junio 17, 2021
Events Glaziers Master Agreement Vote

Glaziers the below is the current Managements Last Best & Final offer for the Northern California Glaziers Master Agreement. Any…

junio 09, 2021
Events VAC is BACK!

Hello all ! Great news Vac are now open! V.A.C. is finally back: Get involved to make a difference in…

junio 07, 2021
Events More Participation Please!

I would like to speak to you about local union participation and you as a member.  I have been a…

junio 07, 2021
Events Wage Increases for Painters and Drywall Finishers.

Brothers and Sisters,    We will be holding a wage allocation Vote on Wednesday June 23, 2021 for the Painters.…

junio 07, 2021
Events Negotiations and Latest News.

Greetings Brothers and Sisters. Summertime is now upon us!  June brings us warmer weather, graduations and family vacations. I hope…

junio 07, 2021
Events VAC is Back!

TIME TO GET INVOLVED-VAC ARE BACK! Now is time to get out and shake off the cobwebs with the restriction…

junio 07, 2021
Events Bylaws and Allocation Votes

Local Union #3 will be having their Local Union Bylaw vote on June 23,2021 from 11:00a.m.-5:00p.m. at 2020 Williams St.…

junio 07, 2021
Events CBA Expires!

Hello Brothers and Sisters, as you are probably aware our current CBA expires at the end of this month 6/30/2021.…

junio 07, 2021
Events Nomination and Election Notification

Painters & Drywall Finishers Local Union 83 will be holding Nominations on Thursday June 10, 2021 at 6p.m. and Elections…

junio 01, 2021
Events Legislative Conference and Van Ness Project!

Brothers and Sisters,             Brother Chris Burnett and I represented Glaziers Local Union 718 and our communities and attended the…

mayo 27, 2021
Events Wage Allocation!

Drywall Finishers and Floor Covering members will have their wage allocation drive by vote on Wednesday June 9th from 2pm-5pm…

mayo 27, 2021
Events Memorial Day!

Brothers and Sisters,    I would like to recognize all of the men and women who fought for our country…

mayo 27, 2021
Events Register for June 8th Union Meeting

Local 1621 Members Please be advised there is going to be a virtual meeting scheduled for June 8th, 2021. We…

mayo 25, 2021
Events Wage Allocations

We are going to start talking about wage allocation. Please attend the next regular meeting via zoom on May 25,…

mayo 25, 2021
Events Local 3 Proud Announcements

Brother George Throckmorton, LU3 member since 1/2013 has been hired as the new Paper Hanger Apprenticeship Instructor. Congratulations! “My name…

mayo 25, 2021
Events Wage Allocation Vote!

Wage allocation vote Tuesday May 25th from 9am-5pm at the Union Hall.

mayo 25, 2021
Events Membership Meetings

Over the last couple of months we have started to do Local 767 General Membership Meeting via Zoom. All 767…

mayo 25, 2021
Events COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave

2021 COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Effective March 29, 2021 Covered Employees in the public or private sectors who work…

mayo 24, 2021
Events Power Through Politics

Power Through Politics: The question we are asked many times  is “what does the union do for me other than…

mayo 24, 2021
Events DC16’s New LU12 Staff Members!

On behalf of all of Local 12 we would like to welcome DC16’s new staff members: David Bradfield – US…

mayo 20, 2021
Events Dues Increase June 1st

Brothers and Sisters, Floor Coverers Local 1237 ratified their Local Bylaws on April 28, 2021. In doing so there will…

mayo 20, 2021
Events, Featured, News Register for Member Mobile Portal!

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

mayo 20, 2021
Events, Featured, News Glaziers Become AGMT Certified!

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

mayo 20, 2021
Events Tools Needed

If anyone out there have any unwanted or extra tools, we have the Community Tool Shed in Boulder Creek looking…

mayo 20, 2021
Events VAC IS Back Open!

VAC is back and open. What does VAC stand for? Volunteer Activist Committee. There are many ways to participate. First…

mayo 01, 2021
Events 2nd Bylaws Vote & Bills to Watch

View Proposed Bylaws BYLAWS VOTE INFO SECOND ATTEMPT TO RATIFY BYLAWS Your participation is imperative to maintain the charter of…

abril 23, 2021
Events, Featured, News NOW HIRING JATTF INSTRUCTORS!

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

marzo 30, 2021
Events, News Contract Changes

Floorcovering Ratification Vote February 10, 2021 Please see the proposed changes to the contract to be voted on.

febrero 04, 2021
Events Download the IUPAT Member App Today!

Starting in January 2021 your Over-The-Counter Dues can be paid on this plat form by clicking the “Pay Your Dues”…

enero 01, 2021
Events Local 1237 By-Laws

The By-Laws Committee chaired by President Robert Ringor have working very hard over the past few months.  They have a…

enero 01, 2021
Events Local Union 767 By-Laws Committee

Local 767 By-law committee is currently working on our updated 2020-2025 IUPAT-LU767 By-Laws. If you have any content or ideas…

enero 01, 2021
Events, News “We Love our City Storehouse” Union Workers Night

Raymond Beatty who runs the “We Love Our City Storehouse”,  has offered up a special night to accommodate Union Workers…

diciembre 22, 2020
Events Project Info

Allegiant Stadium has been wrapped up. We had multiple contractors and members all over that project and is something that…

diciembre 17, 2020
Events Cancellations due to Covid

Hello Brothers and Sisters, Currently all Local Union meetings have been canceled until further notice. We have been continuing our…

diciembre 07, 2020
Events Are you Registered for STAR?

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

diciembre 07, 2020
Events, News Win a Yeti Cooler!

Register today for the Member Mobile Portal and get qualified to win 1 of 20 64 qt Yeti Coolers as…

noviembre 23, 2020
Events Current Cancellations

Brothers and Sisters, I wanted to give everyone an update on where we are at with Union meetings. Due to…

noviembre 19, 2020
Events Holiday’s!

There are three (3) recognized holidays in November: Wednesday November 11- Veterans Day Thursday November 26- Thanksgiving Day Friday November…

noviembre 19, 2020
Events Safety & Training

We had a successful STARS event and gave away lots of great prizes. Please make sure to go to www.dc16star.org…

noviembre 19, 2020
Events, News What is my 2021 Wage Increase?

Hello Brothers & Sisters, The Drywall Finishers and Painters will be receiving a wage increase come the new year, 2021.…

noviembre 06, 2020
Events, News Are Your Pipes Clean?

We are working towards a Project Labor Agreement for the Richmond Waste Water Treatment Plant. Project Labor Agreements are negotiated…

noviembre 04, 2020
Events, Featured, News IUPAT Hosts Presidential Candidate Joe Biden

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

octubre 28, 2020
Events Future Work in Santa Clara!

Large Project with Related Santa Clara is a unique partnership between the City of Santa Clara and Related Companies to…

octubre 21, 2020
Events, News Tradeswomen Build Nations

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

octubre 16, 2020
Events, Featured Taking a Knee For Change

Join the SF Labor Council and Bay Area Labor in a solidarity action for racial and economic justice Saturday at…

junio 10, 2020
Events, News Lobby Day

Labor out in force for AB 5. AB 5 entitles workers classified as employees to greater labor protections, such as…

junio 03, 2020
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