Labor Bulletins

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

JUNE 2026

 

INSIDE WIREMAN NEGOTIATIONS

Thank you to those members who attended our Special Called Ratification meeting on May 13^th. It was a great discussion amongst the 300+ members in attendance. We are pleased to announce that our newly agreed upon contract has been sent to our International Office for final approval. Once we receive the approved copy back, we will send it off for printing and have new booklets available for pick up at the office. Thank you to our Inside Wireman Negotiations Team: John Roden, Michael Franklin, Matt Nootenboom, Mark Steelman, Zackery Collins, and Michael Falconer for helping our membership achieve a successful bargaining agreement.

 

EXCITING PICNIC NEWS

If you attended the June membership meeting, we informed our membership of the exciting news about a change for this year’s picnic. While we couldn’t secure the park for our picnic this year due to circumstances outside of our control, we are pleased to announce that this year’s picnic will be held at the Sacramento Zoo! Once invitations are sent please be sure to RSVP, as the zoo will check for names upon entry. We look forward to seeing our members and their families.

 

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

Our next class is scheduled for July 14^th here at the Sacramento Hall for 5PM. We have sent out reschedule letters and invite letters to those who are scheduled to attend this class. We encourage members to bring their spouses/significant others to this very informative class. This is a great opportunity to get to know your union and the benefits offered to you. A reminder email will be sent out a week prior.

 

NEBF – RETIREE TEMPORARY RETURN TO WORK NOTICE

To help with the Journeyman Inside Wireman and Sound & Communication Installer manpower shortage that all IBEW Locals are experiencing, NEBF has once again changed the working rules for Retirees. If you are currently retired and would like to go back to work for about 3 months or perhaps take some short calls, this temporary Return to Work Amendment changes the suspension rules for certain eligible retirees. Following are the features of the amendment:

1. The temporary amendment is effective from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.
2. All normal and early retirees with a pension effective date of December 2025 or earlier will be permitted to return to covered and contributory employment only and will be permitted to work for up to 600 hours during the above period without a loss of NEBF benefits. This amendment applies only to the NEBF Plan. (In order to receive benefits from other funds it will depend on the rules of those funds.)
3. Once an individual has worked for 600 hours in covered and contributory employment during the term of the temporary amendment, the individual will no longer be able to take advantage of this amendment and the normal rules (permitting work in the electrical industry for less than forty (40) hours per month without a suspension of benefits) will apply.
4. Disability pensioners are not eligible (the existing rules applicable to disabled pensioners remain in effect).
5. Only retirees who return to NEBF covered and contributory employment will be able to take advantage of this amendment – this amendment will not apply to persons who work for covered employers where no NEBF contributions are required or to persons who work for non-covered employers in the electrical industry.

 

OFFICE CLOSURES

Friday, July 3^rd – Observed day for 4^th of July

Monday, September 7^th – Labor Day

 

MEMBER NEWS

REST IN PEACE

Retired Member Melvin Crets passed on 3/19/26. He was a 54-year member and 79 years of age.

Retired Member Thomas Plymesser passed on 2/13/26. He was a 66-year member and 91 years of age.

Our thoughts and prayers go out these members’ family and friends.

 

UPCOMING MEETINGS

SACRAMENTO MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS – 1^st Wednesdays @ 6PM – 10240 Systems Parkway, Sacramento 95827

 

REDDING UNIT MEETING – 1^st Wednesdays

Chico Union Hall @ 5:30 (Odd Months)

Redding Union Hall @ 5:30 (Even Months)

For Northern Area business and then join in the Sacramento meeting @ 6PM via webinar

 

SOUND & COMMUNICATIONS UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 4^TH Tuesdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall – NEXT QUARTERLY S&C MEETING Tuesday July 28, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Seven (7) members needed to have a quorum.

CIVIL SERVICE UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 3^RD Thursdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall. NEXT QUARTERLY CIVIL SERVICE MEETING Thursday July 16, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

MAY 2026

 

INSIDE WIREMAN NEGOTIATIONS

At the time of writing this we are anticipating the Special Called Ratification Meeting to be held at the Sacramento Union Hall on May 13^th at 5PM. We mailed out a letter with the proposed terms we had come to an agreement on with NECA and will be presenting to the membership for voting. We hope you can attend and see the benefits of this last negotiation. Thank you all for your time and attention to this matter.

 

HARRY BAIN SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

Congratulations again to our Scholarship winners

First place – Holly Bain

Second place – Elizabeth Campiz

We have high hopes for these young ladies and know they will succeed in anything they put their minds to.

 

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

Thank you to those of you who attended our New Member Orientation class held on April 21^st. If you had requested a reschedule or were not able to attend, we will have you scheduled to attend the next class in July. The date has not yet been finalized but please keep an eye out for a letter. We will send an email reminder to all a week prior to the event.

 

OFFICE CLOSURES

Monday, May 25^th – Memorial Day

Friday, July 3^rd – Observed day for 4^th of July

 

MEMBER NEWS

REST IN PEACE

Retired Member Melvin Crets passed on 3/19/26. He was a 54-year member and 79 years of age.

Retired Member Thomas Plymesser passed on 2/13/26. He was a 66-year member and 91 years of age.

Our thoughts and prayers go out these members’ family and friends.

 

UPCOMING MEETINGS

SACRAMENTO MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS – 1^st Wednesdays @ 6PM – 10240 Systems Parkway, Sacramento 95827

 

REDDING UNIT MEETING – 1^st Wednesdays

Chico Union Hall @ 5:30 (Odd Months)

Redding Union Hall @ 5:30 (Even Months)

For Northern Area business and then join in the Sacramento meeting @ 6PM via webinar

 

SOUND & COMMUNICATIONS UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 4^TH Tuesdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall – NEXT QUARTERLY S&C MEETING Tuesday July 28, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Seven (7) members needed to have a quorum.

CIVIL SERVICE UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 3^RD Thursdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall. NEXT QUARTERLY CIVIL SERVICE MEETING Thursday July 16, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

APRIL 2026

 

INSIDE WIREMAN NEGOTIATIONS

While we are still in the early stages of negotiations, we still encourage members to send in any surveys they have not been able to complete. We look forward to serving our membership and keeping the best of your interest at hand when entering these meetings.

 

HARRY BAIN SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

We would like to congratulate this year’s winners for our Harry Bain Scholarship. First place has been awarded to Holly Bain and Second place to Elizabeth Campiz. These two winners have been invited to share and read their winning essays at our May meeting. We hope to see both along with their family to celebrate their scholarship.

 

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

At the time of distribution of this newsletter, we would have held our April meeting. If you were unable to attend, we will be rescheduling you for our next class in July. Notices will be both mailed and emailed a week prior to the scheduled class. We encourage our members to bring their spouses as this class provides a lot of information about the union.

 

WOMEN’S COMMITTEE – HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

The Women’s Committee showed up once again for the Community in the 2026 Habitat for Humanity Women Build. On March 21^st were able to sponsor a team of our very own and assist in helping build affordable housing for families in a local neighborhood. I would like to give a big thank you to Michelle Stoffel, Erin Gibbens, Camille Woodard, Mary Vincent, and Stefanie Crockett.

 

RENEW’S ANNUAL CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

The RENEW committee recently held their Annual Cornhole Tournament. It was filled with fun, family and Brotherhood. Congratulations to the winning teams:

1^st – Craig Canepa and Collin Moreno

2^nd – Victor Garcia and Shelly Garcia

3^rd – Benjamin Huff and Jermaine Galang

On behalf of RENEW, thank you for your support and to the sponsors who contributed to the raffle prizes and covered fees for apprentices that helped make this event possible.

 

SCHOLARSHIP

IBEW Founders Scholarship – For all IBEW members (not dependents)

The IBEW Founders’ Scholarship honors the dedicated wiremen and linemen who organized the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers on November 28, 1981. Each year the officers of the IBEW are pleased to offer its working members scholarships on a competitive basis. It is hoped that the awards will not only contribute to the personal development of our members but also steward the electrical industry that our founders envisioned. The award is for $200 per semester credit hour at any accredited college or university toward an associate’s, bachelors or postgraduate degree in an approved field. The maximum distribution is $24,000 per person over a period not to exceed eight years.

Any member interested in applying for the IBEW Founders Scholarship can do so by going on-line at www.ibew.org. Click on “Resources and Links” at the top, scroll down to the box labeled “Founders Scholarship”. You will receive information on this scholarship as well as be able to download the application.  These applications can also be picked up at the Business Office.  This scholarship is for any member who has been in continuous good standing and paid dues (without an Honorary Withdrawal for the four years prior to May 1, 2026). This is not a scholarship for your dependents.  All applications and required information must be mailed directly to the IBEW in Washington, DC and must be postmarked May 1, 2026.

 

 

OFFICE CLOSURES

Monday, May 25^th – Memorial Day

Friday, July 3^rd – Observed day for 4^th of July

 

MEMBER NEWS

REST IN PEACE

Retired Member Melvin Crets passed on 3/19/26. He was a 54-year member and 79 years of age.

Retired Member Thomas Plymesser passed on 2/13/26. He was a 66-year member and 91 years of age.

 

Our thoughts and prayers go out these members’ family and friends.

 

UPCOMING MEETINGS

SACRAMENTO MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS – 1^st Wednesdays @ 6PM – 10240 Systems Parkway, Sacramento 95827

 

REDDING UNIT MEETING – 1^st Wednesdays

Chico Union Hall @ 5:30 (Odd Months)

Redding Union Hall @ 5:30 (Even Months)

For Northern Area business and then join in the Sacramento meeting @ 6PM via webinar

 

SOUND & COMMUNICATIONS UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 4^TH Tuesdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall – NEXT QUARTERLY S&C MEETING Tuesday April 28, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Seven (7) members needed to have a quorum.

CIVIL SERVICE UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 3^RD Thursdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall. NEXT QUARTERLY CIVIL SERVICE MEETING Thursday April 16, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

MARCH 2026

 

INSIDE WIREMAN NEGOTIATIONS

Our Inside Negotiation Committee has begun meeting to discuss items for our upcoming contract opener. We have been considering the responses we have received from the Inside Wireman survey and appreciate all who have taken the time to send in their input.

 

SOUND & COMMUNICATIONS MARCH 1, 2026 INCREASE

Thank you again to all the members who attended and participated in the allocation vote in January. Changes voted on and approved were $1.00 to H&W, $1.00 Wage, and $1.75 to pension. The new wages have been posted to our website.

 

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

We are getting closer to our next New Member Orientation on April 21^st. Notices were sent to those who are scheduled and those who needed to be rescheduled. We encourage our members to bring their spouses as this class provides a lot of information about the union. Keep an eye out for the reminder email which we send a week prior to the scheduled date.

 

SPORTSMANS CLUB – UPCOMING EVENTS

On April 18^th they will have the NorCal Sporting Clay Shoot at the Quail Point Hunt Club. Registration is $130 per shooter which includes one raffle ticket, shotgun shells, one hat, eye & ear protection as well as lunch. Registration opens at 8 AM.

On May 9^th they will host the annual Memorial Fishing Trip for late Brother Jason Prasad. This event will be on the SF Bay where you can catch halibut on the Happy Hooker and Pacific Dream charter. The cost of this event is $200.

If you are interested in attending any or all events you may reach out to Chris Tillery at 916-225-4578 or Zack Collins at 916-709-7582

 

RENEW’S ANNUAL CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

The RENEW group is hosting their annual Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, March 28^th at 12PM here at the Union Hall. It will be a $30 donation for participants and apprentices will have a discounted price of $15. Each team must have at least one IBEW member. Food tickets will be available for a $1.00 per ticket suggested donation. If you would like to participate contact Joe Miller at 530-761-1096 or stop by the hall to show the RENEW group some support, this will be a kid-friendly event.

 

SCHOLARSHIPS (2)

IBEW Local 340 Harry R. Bain Scholarship Award –For Dependents

IBEW Local 340 is once again going to award two college scholarships in 2025 ($1,000.00 and $500.00).  These scholarships are available to sons, grandsons, daughters, granddaughters or legal dependents of members of Local 340.  The General Rules and Instructions, as well as the application, can be picked up from the Sacramento Business Office or the Redding Office.  You can also call either of these offices to request they be mailed to you. Please note: the completed application must be received in the Sacramento Business Office by March 16, 2025 to be considered.

 

IBEW Founders Scholarship – For all IBEW members (not dependents)

The IBEW Founders’ Scholarship honors the dedicated wiremen and linemen who organized the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers on November 28, 1981. Each year the officers of the IBEW are pleased to offer its working members scholarships on a competitive basis. It is hoped that the awards will not only contribute to the personal development of our members but also steward the electrical industry that our founders envisioned. The award is for $200 per semester credit hour at any accredited college or university toward an associate’s, bachelors or postgraduate degree in an approved field. The maximum distribution is $24,000 per person over a period not to exceed eight years.

Any member interested in applying for the IBEW Founders Scholarship can do so by going on-line at www.ibew.org. Click on “Resources and Links” at the top, scroll down to the box labeled “Founders Scholarship”. You will receive information on this scholarship as well as be able to download the application.  These applications can also be picked up at the Business Office.  This scholarship is for any member who has been in continuous good standing and paid dues (without an Honorary Withdrawal for the four years prior to May 1, 2026). This is not a scholarship for your dependents.  All applications and required information must be mailed directly to the IBEW in Washington, DC and must be postmarked May 1, 2026.

 

OFFICE CLOSURES

Monday, May 25^th – Memorial Day

Friday, July 3^rd – Observed day for 4^th of July

 

MEMBER NEWS

REST IN PEACE

We are happy to report no deaths this month and hope everyone continues to stay healthy and safe in the New Year.

 

UPCOMING MEETINGS

SACRAMENTO MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS – 1^st Wednesdays @ 6PM – 10240 Systems Parkway, Sacramento 95827

 

REDDING UNIT MEETING – 1^st Wednesdays

Chico Union Hall @ 5:30 (Odd Months)

Redding Union Hall @ 5:30 (Even Months)

For Northern Area business and then join in the Sacramento meeting @ 6PM via webinar

 

SOUND & COMMUNICATIONS UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 4^TH Tuesdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall – NEXT QUARTERLY S&C MEETING Tuesday April 28, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Seven (7) members needed to have a quorum.

CIVIL SERVICE UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 3^RD Thursdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall. NEXT QUARTERLY CIVIL SERVICE MEETING Thursday April 16, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

FEBRUARY 2026

 

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

We had a great turn out for our January class and were pleased to see spouses and significant others at this class. If you missed this class our next one is scheduled for April 21, 2026. Notices have been mailed out to those members who missed this last class and we will also send a reminder email a week prior to the scheduled date.

 

EWMC

Last month 6 of our EWMC committee members traveled to Seattle to the annual EWMC conference. One of our very own, Justin Hill, was a guest speaker. It was his first time public speaking, but it was relayed he did a great job. Public speaking is no easy task and it is appreciated for him to take the time and dedication as well as courage it took to speak in front of hundreds of people.

 

SOUND & COMMUNICATIONS MARCH 1, 2026 ALLOCATION

In early January our office mailed out a notice to all Active S&C members for the upcoming March 1 increase. All those in good standing were invited to attend the allocation meeting on January 27^th to discuss and vote on the $3.75 increase. I would like to thank those in attendance for their participation in their local and their future.

 

INSIDE WIREMAN UPDATES

Effective February 1, 2026 there will be a $1.00 increase in the local pension which was previously agreed upon when the 5 year agreement was ratified. The updated wage sheets are available on our website under the Member Resources tab, then selecting Bylaws & Agreements (dropdown option) which takes you to a new screen to view all the current wages and agreements for all classifications.

Speaking upon the 5 year agreement, we are coming up to the end of the current CBA. Our negotiation committee is currently meeting up to discuss items we would like to see changed, wage requests, and updates to the new agreement. I am confident in this committee to help deliver a strong front with the membership’s best interest in mind.

 

YEAR END STATEMENTS

The year end statements for basic and working dues paid in 2025 is available online on our website in the Member log in area. Once logged into your profile, select Dues (a dropdown menu will appear) then select 2025 Tax Statement. If you have not logged into your profile before, you will need to activate your account by following the instructions provided on the login page just below where you would enter your username and password.

 

SPORTSMANS CLUB – UPCOMING EVENTs

On February 22^nd the Sportsman Club will be hosting a Dog Traiing Event at Quail Point Hunt Club. They invite you to bring your hunting dog or help another member train their dog by hunting live pheasants for retrieval. The cost of this is $150 and includes a BBQ lunch.

On April 18^th they will also have the NorCal Sporting Clay Shoot at the Quail Point Hunt Club. The price of this event is not yet determined but stay tuned for more details to come.

On May 9^th they will host the annual Memorial Fishing Trip for late Brother Jason Prasad. This event will be on the SF Bay where you can catch halibut on the Happy Hooker and Pacific Dream charter. The cost of this event is $200.

If you are interested in attending any or all events you may reach out to Chris Tillery at 916-225-4578 or Zack Collins at 916-709-7582

 

RENEW’S ANNUAL CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

The RENEW group is hosting their annual Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, March 28^th at 12PM here at the Union Hall. It will be a $30 donation for participants and apprentices will have a discounted price of $15. Each team must have at least one IBEW member. Food tickets will be available for a $1.00 per ticket suggested donation. If you would like to participate contact Joe Miller at 530-761-1096 or stop by the hall to show the RENEW group some support, this will be a kid friendly event.

 

CLC SALUTE TO LABOR – LEGACY AWARD

If you happened to attend CLC’s Salute to Labor this past December you may be aware our very own Brothers, The Steelman family, received the Legacy Award. The Steelman family has been a part of L340 since 1965 when Allen Clayton Steelman moved his membership to our local. In 1970 AC joined and a year later Jim did as well further spreading their roots into this local. Today Mark holds the position of President and Scott sits on the Executive Board and we have had a great partnership these past 4 terms together. Thank you for helping keep the spark alive in Brotherhood not just in your own family but the local as well.

 

SCHOLARSHIPS (2)

IBEW Local 340 Harry R. Bain Scholarship Award –For Dependents

IBEW Local 340 is once again going to award two college scholarships in 2025 ($1,000.00 and $500.00).  These scholarships are available to sons, grandsons, daughters, granddaughters or legal dependents of members of Local 340.  The General Rules and Instructions, as well as the application, can be picked up from the Sacramento Business Office or the Redding Office.  You can also call either of these offices to request they be mailed to you. Please note: the completed application must be received in the Sacramento Business Office by March 16, 2025 to be considered.

 

IBEW Founders Scholarship – For all IBEW members (not dependents)

The IBEW Founders’ Scholarship honors the dedicated wiremen and linemen who organized the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers on November 28, 1981. Each year the officers of the IBEW are pleased to offer its working members scholarships on a competitive basis. It is hoped that the awards will not only contribute to the personal development of our members but also steward the electrical industry that our founders envisioned. The award is for $200 per semester credit hour at any accredited college or university toward an associate’s, bachelors or postgraduate degree in an approved field. The maximum distribution is $24,000 per person over a period not to exceed eight years.

Any member interested in applying for the IBEW Founders Scholarship can do so by going on-line at www.ibew.org. Click on “Resources and Links” at the top, scroll down to the box labeled “Founders Scholarship”. You will receive information on this scholarship as well as be able to download the application.  These applications can also be picked up at the Business Office.  This scholarship is for any member who has been in continuous good standing and paid dues (without an Honorary Withdrawal for the four years prior to May 1, 2026). This is not a scholarship for your dependents.  All applications and required information must be mailed directly to the IBEW in Washington, DC and must be postmarked May 1, 2026.

 

 

OFFICE CLOSURES

Monday, January 19^th – Martin Luther King Jr.

Monday, February 16^th – President’s Day

 

MEMBER NEWS

REST IN PEACE

We are happy to report no deaths this month and hope everyone continues to stay healthy and safe in the New Year.

 

UPCOMING MEETINGS

SACRAMENTO MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS – 1^st Wednesdays @ 6PM – 10240 Systems Parkway, Sacramento 95827

 

REDDING UNIT MEETING – 1^st Wednesdays

Chico Union Hall @ 5:30 (Odd Months)

Redding Union Hall @ 5:30 (Even Months)

For Northern Area business and then join in the Sacramento meeting @ 6PM via webinar

 

SOUND & COMMUNICATIONS UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 4^TH Tuesdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall – NEXT QUARTERLY S&C MEETING Tuesday January 27, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Seven (7) members needed to have a quorum.

CIVIL SERVICE UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 3^RD Thursdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall. NEXT QUARTERLY CIVIL SERVICE MEETING Thursday January 15, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

JANUARY 2026

 

YEAR END STATEMENTS

The year end statements for basic and working due paid in 2025 will be available online on our website in the Member log in area. Once logged into your profile, select Dues (a dropdown menu will appear) then select 2025 Tax Statement. If you have not logged into your profile before, you will need to activate your account by following the instructions provided on the login page just below where you would enter your username and password. Please note that a more accurate detail will be provided once you obtain it after January.

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

The next scheduled class will be sometime in April 2026. We do not have a date set at the current moment but will be sending notices to anyone who may have missed our January class a reminder in the mail of the date. Please keep an eye for a reminder email that get sent to everyone a week prior to the class. We look forward to another great turn out with new members and their spouses/significant others.

EWMC

This January we sent 6 of our EWMC committee members to the annual EWMC conference in Seattle. Some are returning attendees while a couple this is their first attendance. We look forward to hearing back from them on this insightful trip.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS BASKET RAFFLE

Thank you to every member, contractor and affiliate who participated in our Operation Christmas Basket. We appreciate all those who chipped in in a time of need for our union brothers and sisters. We hope you all enjoyed your holidays.

1^st Prize winner – Brother Scott Steelman

2^nd Prize winner – Teresa Villarsenor from CLC

3^rd Prize winner – Brother Nick Snyder

SCHOLARSHIPS (2)

IBEW Local 340 Harry R. Bain Scholarship Award –For Dependents

IBEW Local 340 is once again going to award two college scholarships in 2025 ($1,000.00 and $500.00).  These scholarships are available to sons, grandsons, daughters, granddaughters or legal dependents of members of Local 340.  The General Rules and Instructions, as well as the application, can be picked up from the Sacramento Business Office or the Redding Office.  You can also call either of these offices to request they be mailed to you. Please note: the completed application must be received in the Sacramento Business Office by March 16, 2025 to be considered.

 

IBEW Founders Scholarship – For all IBEW members (not dependents)

The IBEW Founders’ Scholarship honors the dedicated wiremen and linemen who organized the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers on November 28, 1981. Each year the officers of the IBEW are pleased to offer its working members scholarships on a competitive basis. It is hoped that the awards will not only contribute to the personal development of our members but also steward the electrical industry that our founders envisioned. The award is for $200 per semester credit hour at any accredited college or university toward an associate’s, bachelors or postgraduate degree in an approved field. The maximum distribution is $24,000 per person over a period not to exceed eight years.

Any member interested in applying for the IBEW Founders Scholarship can do so by going on-line at www.ibew.org. Click on “Resources and Links” at the top, scroll down to the box labeled “Founders Scholarship”. You will receive information on this scholarship as well as be able to download the application.  These applications can also be picked up at the Business Office.  This scholarship is for any member who has been in continuous good standing and paid dues (without an Honorary Withdrawal for the four years prior to May 1, 2026). This is not a scholarship for your dependents.  All applications and required information must be mailed directly to the IBEW in Washington, DC and must be postmarked May 1, 2026.

 

OFFICE CLOSURES

Monday, January 19^th – Martin Luther King Jr.

Monday, February 16^th – President’s Day

 

MEMBER NEWS

REST IN PEACE

We are happy to report no deaths this month and hope everyone continues to stay healthy and safe in the New Year.

 

UPCOMING MEETINGS

SACRAMENTO MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS – 1^st Wednesdays @ 6PM – 10240 Systems Parkway, Sacramento 95827

 

REDDING UNIT MEETING – 1^st Wednesdays

Chico Union Hall @ 5:30 (Odd Months)

Redding Union Hall @ 5:30 (Even Months)

For Northern Area business and then join in the Sacramento meeting @ 6PM via webinar

 

SOUND & COMMUNICATIONS UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 4^TH Tuesdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall – NEXT QUARTERLY S&C MEETING Tuesday January 27, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Seven (7) members needed to have a quorum.

CIVIL SERVICE UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 3^RD Thursdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall. NEXT QUARTERLY CIVIL SERVICE MEETING Thursday January 15, 2026 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.