Union Labor Bulletin

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

JUNE 2025

 

IBEW PER CAPITA DUES INCREASE FOR ALL MEMBERS

This is our last reminder that there will be an increase which was predetermined and approved at the 40^th International Convention of $1.00 for ALL MEMBERS effective 7-1-2025. Please be sure that if you pay dues in advance or are on automatic deductions through your personal bank you make the adjustments for the increase.

 

ELECTIONS

I would like to take the time to thank our elected Judge and his appointed Tellers for taking time out of their busy schedule to tend to this year’s election. Jon Thompson, your hard work and dedication to ensuring this year’s election went smoothly all while working was much appreciated.

 

IBEW ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP PICNIC

Our membership picnic is scheduled for September 20^th at Hagan Community Park. Invites are planned to be sent both email and mail in mid to late June. If you find yourself able to donate time the day of, we are always looking for volunteers. If you are interested in helping on the picnic committee contact Reyna at the hall via email reyna@ibewlocal340.org or cell 916-539-0412.

 

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

Our next class is currently scheduled for July 15^th. We encourage you to bring your spouse or significant other as this is a great opportunity for any questions you may have regarding your union membership and understanding the local union.

 

RENEW BILLIARDS TOURNAMENT

The RENEW group will be holding their annual Billiards Tournament on June 28^th at 2PM at the Diamond Billiards – 10303 Folsom Blvd, Rancho Cordova. It is a $30 buy in, you may call or text Taras 916-969-7952 for more details.

 

OFFICE CLOSURES

Friday, July 4^th – Fourth of July

Monday, September 1^st – Labor Day

 

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 22, 2025 @ 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 17, 2025 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

MAY 2025

 

IBEW PER CAPITA DUES INCREASE FOR ALL MEMBERS

As mentioned in previous meetings and Labor Bulletin articles there will be an increase which was predetermined and approved at the 40^th International Convention of $1.00 for ALL MEMBERS effective 7-1-2025. Please be sure that if you pay dues in advance or are on automatic deductions through your personal bank you make the adjustments for the increase. We will continue to send notices with your monthly dues receipts.

CONTACT INFORMATION

As we enter another election year, I would like to remind all members to ensure your contact information is up to date. You may always log onto our website, send in an email, or call the hall to update your mailing address or any other contact information. A mailer will have reached many by the time this is distributed but if you recently moved or forgot to change your address, please reach out so we can provide you with the most up to date information.

IBEW ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP PICNIC

The planning continues for this great event. This year our picnic will be held on September 20^th at Hagan Community Park. Our venue is secured, food items picked, activities confirmed and will be filling in the gaps with permits and insurances along the way, but help is still needed. If you find yourself able to donate time the day of, we are always looking for volunteers. If you are interested in helping on the picnic committee, contact Reyna at the hall via email reyna@ibewlocal340.org or cell 916-539-0412.

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

A reschedule letter has been mailed to those who missed the April class. Our next class is currently scheduled for July 15^th. We encourage you to bring your spouse or significant other as this is a great opportunity for any questions you may have regarding your union membership and understanding the local union.

WOMEN’S COMMITTEE

The Women’s Committee continues to hold their monthly meetings at the Union Hall on the third Wednesday of the month, all are welcomed, and it is a kid-friendly space. Come be a part of this growing committee that is always looking for ways to engage in the community and bring unity within the workplace.

 

RENEW BILLIARDS TOURNAMENT

The RENEW group will be holding their annual Billiards Tournament on June 28^th at 2PM. Details are still in the works so be sure to be on the lookout for more information to follow. RENEW will also provide information at membership meetings for their upcoming events.

EWMC

We would like to take a moment to congratulate the newly elected board members on the EWMC held at the April Meeting. Brother Troy Takara President, Brother Geary Silva Vice President, Brother Justin Hill Treasurer. We look forward to working together and picking up the events to come for the upcoming year. The current event on their calendar is a BBQ to be held in July, details are still pending but look out for more information to come in the months ahead. If you would like to attend these growing monthly committee meetings, they are held on the second Wednesday of the month at the Union Hall starting at 5:30 PM.

 

REST IN PEACE

We have been notified by our International Office that Retired member Jay Carlon card no. D579292 passed in July 2024. He was a 39-year member and 67 years of age.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to this member’s family.

OFFICE CLOSURES

Monday, May 26^th – Memorial Day

Friday, July 4^th – Fourth of July

Monday, September 1^st – Labor Day

 

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 22, 2025 @ 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 17, 2025 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.

LABOR BULLETIN
By
BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD
APRIL 2025

IBEW PER CAPITA DUES INCREASE FOR ALL MEMBERS
There will be another increase as predetermined as approved at the 40th International Convention of $1.00 for ALL MEMBERS effective 7-1-2025. Please be sure that if you pay dues in advance or are on automatic deductions through your personal bank you make the adjustments for the increase.

END OF THE YEAR STATEMENTS
The year end statements for basic and working dues are available online. You may visit our website IBEW Local 340 and log into your account (please note if you have not logged in prior there is “Tips box” for first time users). Once logged in, the statements can be found under the Dues tab (a dropdown menu will appear) then select 2024 Tax Statement.

IBEW ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP PICNIC
Another year full of plans as we enter a new year for our Annual Membership Picnic. This year our picnic will be held on September 20th at Hagan Community Park. We will continue the tradition of barrel chicken and tri tip along with new comebacks from last year like Gunther’s ice cream and face painting. If you are interested in helping on the picnic committee contact Reyna at the hall via email reyna@ibewlocal340.org or cell 916-539-0412.

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION
If you were not able to attend our January class the next scheduled orientation will be April 15th. A reschedule letter has been mailed to those who missed this class. We encourage you to bring your spouse or significant other as this is a great opportunity for any questions you may have regarding your union membership and understanding the local union.

WOMEN’S COMMITTEE
This past month the Women’s Committee participated in Habitat for Humanity Women Build. It was a great turnout, the ladies showed out and showed up to help our local community. This special event invites anyone who wants to learn how to build or repair a home to empower women everywhere to address housing issues for themselves, their families and their neighbors and our Women’s Committee was very excited to help take part in such an impactful event. In speaking with Michelle Stoffel, she got to work alongside with the families whose homes they were helping build, “it was truly heart warming and inspiring. It was an honor for us to be able to give back to our community” We look forward to participating again next event.

ANNUAL RENEW CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT
The RENEW group hosted their annual cornhole tournament at our Union Hall. It was a great weekend for fun and friendly competition. RENEW had a total of 9 teams accompanied by family and friends. The winners this year went to 1st place: Thomas Brunette & Devon Nelson and 2nd place: Dustin Sable & Anthony Brunson. Congratulations to the winners and big thanks to RENEW for another great event.

EWMC
EWMC is kicking back up again and is currently holding their monthly meetings every second Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm. They recently had a sock drive with barrels at both our membership meetings and in the Ju Jitsu facility. They had good feedback for it being the first local event in some time. If you are interested in being a part of this committee, please feel free to show up to any of their monthly meetings here at the hall.

SCHOLARSHIPS (2)
IBEW Local 340 Harry R. Bain Scholarship Award –For Dependents

Congratulations to our winner Arie Nootenboom, son of Matt Nootenboom, who has been awarded this year’s Harry Bain Scholarship Award. His outstanding recommendations, stellar transcript, and beautifully written essay on how Unions contribute to the success of not only the US but his own personal life. He has been asked to read his essay aloud at our August meeting where we will be congratulating him for his efforts.

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 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, bachelor’s 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, 2025). 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, 2025.

REST IN PEACE
We have been notified by our International Office that Retired member Jay Carlon card no. D579292 passed in July 2024. He was a 39-year member and 67 years of age.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to this member’s family.

OFFICE CLOSURES
Monday, May 26th – Memorial Day
Friday, July 4th – Fourth of July

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

REDDING UNIT MEETING – 1st 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 4TH Tuesdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall – NEXT QUARTERLY S&C MEETING Tuesday April 22, 2025 @ 5:00PM – Note: Seven (7) members needed to have a quorum.
CIVIL SERVICE UNIT MEETING – Quarterly on the 3RD Thursdays of January, April, July & October at the Hall. NEXT QUARTERLY CIVIL SERVICE MEETING Thursday April 17, 2025 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

MARCH 2025

 

IBEW PER CAPITA DUES INCREASE FOR ALL MEMBERS

There will be another increase as predetermined as approved at the 40^th International Convention of $1.00 for ALL MEMBERS effective 7-1-2025. Please be sure that if you pay dues in advance or are on automatic deductions through your personal bank you make the adjustments for the increase.

SOUND & COMMUNICATION’S MARCH 1, 2025 INCREASE

As discussed, and voted on at the allocation meeting in January 2025, the membership voted and agreed to $3.40 to be allocated to wages and $0.35 to pension. Thank you again for all of those in attendance and the S&C negotiating committee. Updated wages can be found on our website.

END OF THE YEAR STATEMENTS

The year end statements for basic and working dues are available online. You may visit our website IBEW Local 340 and log into your account (please note if you have not logged in prior there is “Tips box” for first time users). Once logged in, the statements can be found under the Dues tab (a dropdown menu will appear) then select 2024 Tax Statement.

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

If you were not able to attend our January class our next scheduled orientation will be April 15^th. A reschedule letter has been sent to those who were not able to attend prior. We encourage you to bring your spouse or significant other as this is a great opportunity for any questions you may have regarding your union membership and understanding the local union.

SPORTSMANS CLUB NEWS:

It was a great turn out for the sportsman club Dog Training Event held on February 23^rd. Thank you to all those who came out and showed their support. If you were not able to attend this event there will be a Clay Shoot on April 19^th at Quail Point Hunt Club (29625 County Rd 14, Esparto, CA 95627). Registration starts at 8 AM with a Shotgun start time of 9:30 AM.

ANNUAL RENEW CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

This month is RENEW’s Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, March 29^th at 2 PM here at the Union Hall. There is still time to sign up. You may contact Taras via call or text at 916-969-7952. Grand Prize is $500 and the entry is $30 per person ($15 for apprentices). Teams must consist of at least one IBEW member. Come out and support the RENEW.

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 14, 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, bachelor’s 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, 2025). 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, 2025.

 

REST IN PEACE

Retired Brother Paul Miller passed on 1/30/25. He was a 73-year member and 93 years of age.

Retired Brother Richard Wagner passed on 8/1/24. He was a 38-year member and 71 years of age.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of these members’ during this difficult time.

 

OFFICE CLOSURES

Monday, May 26^th – Memorial Day

Friday, July 4^th – Fourth of July

 

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 22, 2025 @ 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 17, 2025 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

FEBRUARY 2025

 

IBEW PER CAPITA DUES INCREASE FOR “A” MEMBERS

As a reminder basic dues for “A” members have increased by $2.00 effective January 2025 in accordance with Article IX of the IBEW Constitution. Please be sure that if you pay dues in advance or are on automatic deductions through your personal bank you make the adjustments for the increase.

SOUND & COMMUNICATION’S MARCH 1, 2025, ALLOCATION

A notice was mailed out to all Active S&C members in early January regarding the upcoming previously negotiated $3.75 increase which will go into effect March 1, 2025. A discussion was held at the regularly scheduled S&C meeting on January 28^th, and we would like to thank all those in attendance for their input and involvement.

INSIDE WIREMAN’S FEBRUARY 1, 2025, PENSION INCREASE

There has been an increase to pension effective 2-1-2025. This was previously agreed upon in our negotiations when the 5-year agreement was ratified. You may find updated sheets on our website by clicking the Member Resources tab, then selecting Bylaws & Agreements dropdown option which will take you to the web page to view all current wages and agreements for all classifications.

 

END OF THE YEAR STATEMENTS

The year end statements for basic and working dues are available online. You may visit our website IBEW Local 340 and log into your account (please note if you have not logged in prior there is “Tips box” for first time users). Once logged in, the statements can be found under the Dues tab (a dropdown menu will appear) then select 2024 Tax Statement.

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

Thank you to all those who attended our January class. These classes are always informative and the participation that brings up Q&A’s is a huge help to other new members. If you were not able to attend this class our next scheduled orientation will be April 15^th. A reschedule letter will be sent to those who were not able to attend this class. We encourage you to bring your spouse or significant other as this is a great opportunity for any questions you may have regarding your union membership and understanding the local union.

SPORTSMANS CLUB NEWS:

DOG TRAINING EVENT – This annual event will be held at 8:00 AM on Sunday February 23^rd at Quail Point Hunt Club, 29625 County Rd 14 in Esparto. This fun event is open to all active and retired members and their children who are interested.  The cost is $165 per shooter for 5 birds and lunch. The Club will pay for all bird cleaning fees.  For more information, contact Brother Chris Tillery at 916-225-4578 or Zack Collins at 916-709-7582

 

ANNUAL RENEW CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

The RENEW group will host their annual Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, March 29^th at 2 PM here at the Union Hall. More details to follow in the coming months.

 

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 14, 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, bachelor’s 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, 2025). 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, 2025.

 

REST IN PEACE

Active Brother Michael Hecox passed on 1/14/24. He was a 16-year member and 54 years of age.

Retired Brother Dinu Morar passed on 11/5/24. He was a 16-year member and 74 years of age.

Retired Brother Gary McDowell passed on 1/23/25. He was a 68 year member and 86 years of age.

Our thoughts and prayers are with these member’s family during this difficult time.

 

OFFICE CLOSURES

Monday, February 17^th – President’s Day

Monday, May 26^th – Memorial Day

 

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 22, 2025 @ 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 17, 2025 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.

LABOR BULLETIN

By

BUSINESS MANAGER BOB WARD

January 2025

 

IBEW PER CAPITA DUES INCREASE FOR “A” MEMBERS

As a reminder basic dues for “A” members will increase by $2.00 effective January 2025 in accordance with Article IX of the IBEW Constitution. Please be sure that if you pay dues in advance or are on automatic deductions through your personal bank you make the adjustments for the increase.

SOFTBALL TEAM – ANNUAL CRAB FEED

It is the highly anticipated event to start off the IBEW 340 calendar. The Softball team will be holding their Crab Feed on Saturday, February 1^st. The doors open at 5pm and dinner starts at 6pm. Tickets still cost only $60. You can stop by the hall to purchase your ticket today or contact Brother Matt Meredith for more information.

 

OPERATION CHRISTMAS BASKET

We would like to thank everyone who helped make this event another successful one. Every dollar collected from ticket donations went to help Union Families during this past Holiday season. Our top three prizes were donated by our Labor Management Committee. We appreciate their ongoing support for this amazing cause.

Congratulations to our winners

1^st – Brother Jesse Naranjo

2^nd – Brother Sean Stevens

3^rd – San Joaquin

We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and safe New Year!

 

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

Our next scheduled class will be held on January 21, 2025. The class will be held in the union hall at 5 PM. If you reside in the Northern area, please note your class will be in the Redding Hall. We encourage you to bring your spouse or significant other as this is a great opportunity for any questions you may have regarding your union membership and understanding the local union. We hope to see all the newly scheduled members.

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 14, 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, 2025). 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, 2025.

 

REST IN PEACE

Retired Brother Toby Anderson passed on 12/21/24. He was a 47-year member and 67 years of age.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

 

OFFICE CLOSURES

Monday, January 20^th – Martin Luther King Jr

 

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 28, 2025 @ 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 16, 2025 @ 5:00PM – Note: Five (5) members needed to have a quorum.