The Power of Better: Episode 8

The Power of Better Episode 8 unveils the extraordinary projects led by Powering Chicago’s Contractors and IBEW Local 134 Union Electricians.

Join Elbert Walters III, Executive Director of Powering Chicago, as he guides us through a series of groundbreaking initiatives that redefine the standards of electrical craftsmanship and innovation in renewable energy, construction technology, smart living, and audio-visual enhancements.

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IMSCA Illinois General Assembly Update(s)

As you are aware, Governor Pritzker certified HB 2878 which contained the recently approved retainage language. The Governor amendatorily vetoed the bill earlier this year and the legislature accepted his veto. This law goes into effect Jan. 1, 2024.

Tthe Illinois Supreme Court recently determined that construction defects are to be covered under commercial general liability insurance. AGC has provided a brief write up about this development. Illinois Supreme Court Expands Insurance Coverage for Construction Defects - Associated General Contractors of America (agc.org)

The Capital Development Board adopted amendments to the Illinois Energy Conservation Code incorporating the 2021 edition of the International Code Council’s International Energy Conservation Code. Click the link below for a synopsis of the amendments highlighted on pg. 4 & 5 of the Finn Report (Finn Lobby Group assists IMSCA).

Click Here for Supplemental Update (Finn Lobby Group)

Program Overview:

5:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Legislative Presentation - Chris Nybo

6:00 pm to 8:00 pm: Golf, Food, and Networking 

“Lobbying 101: An Overview of the Political Process and How to Effectively Advocate Within It.”

The presentation will discuss what lobbying is, what lobbyists do, and why it is important for organizations to be engaged in the policymaking process. 

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Informational Webinar on January 17, 2024, at 12 pm regarding the upcoming 70B Master Class!

Click Here to Register and then use the webinar link.

Click below for the Webinar Link information:

2 Day Master Class - ECA of Chicago Discovery Webinar

Jan 17, 2024, 12:00 – 12:30 PM (America/Chicago)

Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.

https://meet.goto.com/SeanSamsonTraining/2daymasterclass-discoverywebinar

You can also dial in using your phone.

Access Code: 567-361-141

United States: +1 (224) 501-3412

Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:

https://meet.goto.com/install

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE MASTER CLASS!

Registration Information to follow, soon.

Please click the link below for a listing of the upcoming ECA Membership Meetings for 2024 and NECA events in 2024! Please note that the January Membership Meeting is on a new date!

ECA Membership Meetings for 2024 / NECA Events for 2024

ECA Membership Meeting - January 24, 2024

Registration is Open!

Please join us for the ECA Regular Membership Meeting!

This luncheon event is scheduled as follows:

ECA Membership Meeting

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Maggiano's Banquets

240 Oakbrook Ctr.

Oak Brook, IL 60523

(630) 368-0300

Registration / Networking: 12:00 pm

Lunch: 12:30 pm

Business Session: 1:15 pm

Event Concludes: 2:00 pm

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Dr. Paul Lisnek, WGN-TV Political Analyst.

ECA Membership Meeting -

February 14, 2024

Please join us for the ECA Regular Membership Meeting.

This luncheon event is scheduled as follows:

ECA Membership Meeting

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Shaw's Crab House

1900 East Higgins Road

Schaumburg, IL

(847) 517-2722

Registration / Networking: 12:00 pm

Lunch: 12:30 pm

Business Session: 1:15 pm

Event Concludes: 2:00 pm

The program will feature industry updates, as well as guest speaker, Dr. Paul Lisnek, WGN-TV Political Analyst. He will be discussing the upcoming Primaries / Presidential Election / Chicago & State politics, among other areas.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Please click the link below for Department of Procurement Services (DPS) upcoming activities.

Upcoming DPS Events

Construction Summit Registration Information (2/22/24)

CISCO is providing several scholarships for high school seniors and Union members/contractor employees. If you are an affiliate of CISCO and have a college-bound child, a child attending community college, or you are pursuing your own continuing education, make sure to apply for a CISCO scholarship for MONEY FOR COLLEGE!

Click Here to Download Scholarship Applications

Project Submissions for the 2024 CBC Merit Awards

ENTRY DEADLINE: December 31, 2023

The Chicago Building Congress Merit Awards Committee invites CBC members and non-members to submit entries for CBC's 2024 Merit Awards competition. This program recognizes the most outstanding construction projects from the past three years in the Chicagoland area and surrounding counties. Winners will be recognized at the CBC Merit Awards which will be held on May 9, 2024 at Morgan Manufacturing.

ENTRY GUIDELINES:

• Projects must be completed by December 31, 2023.
• If you have entered a project in the past, you are welcome to enter it again (As long as it is within 3 years of 2023).
• Please do not enter the same project in more than one category.

ENTRY FEE: CBC Members - $300 | Non-members - $600

ENTRY DEADLINE: December 31, 2023

CATEGORIES FOR 2024:

The CBC Merit Awards is entering its 68th year! Check out these categories which acknowledge the construction industry's ever-changing landscape.

• Education – Pre K through 12
• Education – Higher Education
• Healthcare
• Residential/Hospitality
• Commercial Construction UNDER $50 Million
• Commercial Construction OVER $50 Million
• Renovation & Adaptive Reuse UNDER $20 Million
• Renovation & Adaptive Reuse OVER $20 Million
• Infrastructure or Industrial Construction
• Interior Build-Out

JUDGING CRITERIA:

A panel of dedicated industry professionals volunteer their time in multiple judging sessions to select the top four entries in each category based on the following criteria:

• Distinctive, functional or innovative design
• Quality of construction
• Impact of the project on the community and inclusion initiatives
• Safety record

Click Here to Submit Your Project

"Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction"

Monday, February 12, 2024 to Wednesday, February 14, 2024.

Please join us for this ECA Research and Education Committee program!

Glenn DeSoto, NECA Education Instructor

IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH)

6201 W. 115th Street

Alsip, IL 60803

(708) 38901340

8:00 am - 4:00 pm (All three days)

Breakfasts available at 7:45 am; Lunches are to be provided, as well.

The fee for this program is $200.00 per ECA member.

Program description:

"Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction"

Small mistakes in an estimate can have a huge impact on your bid’s bottom line and this course provides the tools needed to be both comprehensive and competitive. This course will discuss the process for assembling an estimate including: developing material lists, applying labor unit data, material takeoff and application of direct job costs, overhead, and profit.

Following this course, participants will be able to:

 List types of mistakes found when estimating electrical construction projects and how to avoid them

 Describe the parts of an estimate

 Explain the importance of establishing the true cost for a project

 Develop an estimate to provide job management information

 Discuss how labor units can be used to competitively bid projects

 Explain the difference between a competitive bid and simply a low bid

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention

It is an unfortunate fact that construction has the highest rate of suicide of any industry in America. We lose about 53 out of every 100,000 members of our industry EVERY YEAR to suicide. We are four times the average of other industries. We have a crisis in construction and we need to do something about it. You can visit the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention website and learn more. We urge all to take the pledge to STAND UP for suicide prevention and address it as a health and safety priority.

CLICK HERE FOR A "Stand Up for Suicide Prevention" Information Sheet.

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