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ECA Summer Event a Success!
Thursday, August 11, 2022
| The ECA Summer Event was held at the Streeterville Social (Loews Hotel Rooftop) in Chicago. The ECA members in attendance enjoyed the neighborhood eats, crafty cocktails, good company at the Streeterville Social. It was a fun way to spend a summer afternoon in the City! | |
Cog Hill No. 4 Dubsdread
"AMERICA'S 100 GREATEST PUBLIC GOLF COURSES" - GOLF DIGEST
Site of the 2022 ECA Chicago
"NECA PAC" Golf Outing - September 21st
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Registration
To register, please click on the link above. You need to use the COMP CODE: ECA MEMBER when registering (ECA MEMBER is all uppercase).
You can also visit the ECA website at: www.ecachicago.com (Event Calendar area) and register on-line for this complimentary program. Please contact the ECA at: (708) 531-0022 with any questions. We look forward to seeing you, there!
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Pictured above is John Dimos,
CIH - Instructor
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ECA / NECA Safety Forum
“Infectious Disease Hazards in Construction”
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Safety Committee along with the Northeastern Illinois Chapter, NECA is proud to sponsor a special program, "Infectious Disease Hazards in Construction," as follows:
DATE:
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
TIME:
7:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION:
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH)
6201 W. 115th Street
Alsip, Illinois
(708) 389-1340
Capacity: 40 persons
INSTRUCTOR: John Dimos, Construction Safety Council
Infectious Disease Hazards in Construction is a FREE half-day course designed to raise employee awareness of infectious disease hazards lurking on construction jobsites; oftentimes posing an invisible threat to electricians. This program addresses hidden dangers to a worker’s health and livelihood. There will be discussion of OSHA requirements, as well as best practices and control plans to identify hazards and limit exposure to this serious risk.
Upon successful completion of the course, attendees will be able to:
· Identify common viral/bacterial/fungal diseases and their methods of transmission
· Evaluate a work environment’s potential for harboring an infectious disease
· Employ protective equipment and practices to prevent infection
· Understand OSHA requirements for medical surveillance
This program is complimentary to ECA members, only.
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"NECA Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction" Seminar
Northeastern Illinois Chapter (8/22/22 - 8/23/22)
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Please click on the link for Registration information for a "NECA Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction" Seminar being held by the Northeastern Illinois Chapter.
A number of spots have opened up.
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NECA Government Affairs -
EV Charging Stations Update (7/21/22)
| Please click on the link for the Memo on the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program - "Notice of Proposed Rule Making." | |
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City of Chicago --
Sexual Harassment Policy / Preventive Training Adjustment(s) - Update
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Please be aware that the City of Chicago has recently updated (July 1, 2022 its Sexual Harassment Policy / Training Requirements for those firms who do work with the City.
Section 8. 2-160-040 was expanded in regard to definition of sexual harassment and additional time needed for actual training.
Please click on the link for the training modules for the city’s new sexual harassment policy.
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NECA "Value-Added" Services | Please click on the link for the NECA Open Forum - 7/8/22 edition regarding NECA Value-Added Services. | |
9th ANNUAL CITY OF CHICAGO PROCUREMENT VENDOR FAIR!
Registration is OPEN!
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2022 VENDOR FAIR
Hosted by the City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services (DPS) and
the Government Procurement Compliance Forum (GPC)
Thursday, August 25th
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Buying Plan: Vendor Fair Edition
The Buying Plan: Vendor Fair Edition will be available for download to help the vendor community plan ahead in anticipation of the upcoming 2022 In-Person Vendor Fair.
The Buying Plan is a key transparency initiative that the City of Chicago uses to forecast the goods and services that it expects to procure in the next 6 quarters, allowing businesses and the vendor community to prepare for upcoming solicitations.
visit www.chicago.gov/buyingplan to download.
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The Department of Procurement Services (DPS) is hosting the 2022 Vendor Fair. The program is being held on August 25, 2022. Join DPS in person for workshops and government contracting information from subject-matter experts from the City of Chicago, Sister Agencies, Cook County, State of Illinois, Federal Agencies, Financial Institutions, and Assist Agencies.
The 2022 Vendor Fair is a full day of activities including keynote speakers, workshops, exhibitors, and networking opportunities. The event is designed for the vendor community to garner tools and resources to help the business community to garner government contracting opportunities. You can register for individual workshops to create a custom Vendor Fair experience that meets your needs. Sessions are designed for businesses at all levels: starting out, growing, and seasoned establishments. Below are the following workshops offered this year:
Event Highlights:
- Keynote Speakers
- Exhibitors
- A full day of workshops filled with information to help the business community.
- Networking Opportunities
- Register for individual workshops to create a custom Procurement Vendor Fair that meets your needs.
- Workshop sessions for businesses starting out, growing, or seasoned establishments.
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NECA Convention & Trade Show
-Austin, TX 10/15/22 - 10/18/22
Registration is OPEN!
EARLY BIRD RATES END ON AUGUST 3!
CHAPTER BLOCK IS FILLED!
Please Contact ECA Office for availability options!
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The NECA Convention & Trade Show is coming! Please visit www.necaconvention.org for registration. Please be aware that the Austin City Limits (ACL), Texas home football and Formula One will be occurring near the Convention time-frame.
Again, Registration is open for the Convention; but, the Chapter Block is Filled! If you're registering and the Four Seasons is listed as not available, another hotel would be utilized. Please contact the ECA office in regard to availability options for the Four Seasons and/or the other hotels in the overall NECA block.
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IMSCA-PAC 2022 Fundraiser Raffle is Now Open! |
IMSCA-PAC’s 2022 fundraiser is underway!
NINE RAFFLE WINNERS will be drawn this year! Tickets are $50 each. Each ticket purchased buys you a chance to win the prize of your choice. Your choices include:
· FOUR tickets to cheer on the Chicago Bears vs. Washington Commanders at Soldier Field (October 13 2022, 7:20 p.m.). This prize also includes parking passes (Value: $1,100.00). Donated by Tom Morton, LLD Electric Company.
· FOUR tickets to cheer on the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center (Date TBA). These are 200 Club Level seats with parking passes (Value: $750.00). Donated by Jim McGlynn, McWilliams Electric Company.
· $1,000 Travel Package that includes a $500 American Airlines gift card and a $500 Hotels.com gift card. Donated by Bloomington/Normal PHCC.
· $750 Bass Pro gift card. Donated by Underground Contractors Association of Illinois.
· $500 Amazon gift card. Donated by Illinois Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association.
· $500 Best Buy gift card. Donated by PCA of Greater Chicago.
· $500 Cabela’s gift card. Donated by Electrical Contractors Association of Chicago.
· $500 Top Golf gift card. Donated by SMACNA Greater Chicago.
· $500 Cooper’s Hawk gift card. Donated by Associated Steel Erectors of Chicago and Bold New Strategies.
The winning tickets will be drawn at IMSCA’s Board and Membership meeting on September 16, 2022. The winners do not need to be present to win.
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Pictured above is Bob Mooty, former NECA Education Instructor | |
"Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction"
(9/12/22 & 9/13/22)
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As a REMINDER, the Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee seminar called, "Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction" is being conducted by Bob Mooty, former NECA Education Instructor.
The program will be held on Monday & Tuesday, September 12 & 13, 2022 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. (both days) at the Drake Oak Brook Hotel, 2301 York Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523, (630) 571-0000.
Breakfast and lunch are to be provided.
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ECA Regular Membership Meeting
September 14, 2022
DOB Commissioner Guest Speaker
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Please join us for our September Membership Meeting!
The evening event is scheduled as follows:
ECA Membership Meeting
Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Union League Club
65 W. Jackson
Chicago, IL
(312) 427-7800
Registration / Networking: 5:30 pm
Dinner: 6:00 pm
Business Session: 7:00 pm
Event Concludes: 8:00 pm
Complimentary Valet Parking / Validated Garage Parking
Club requires at least Business Casual Attire
(Business Casual includes: collared shirt, including turtleneck, slacks or skirt with blouse or sweater.
Dress denim is not considered Business Casual.)
The dinner program will feature industry updates, and a guest presentation from Matthew Beaudet, Commissioner, Chicago Department of Buildings (DOB). We look forward to seeing you, there!
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Pictured above is Mark Federle,
Ph.D., P.E., CPC; Marquette University
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"Preplanning Beyond the Basics"
September 28, 2022
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As a REMINDER, the Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee seminar called, "Preplanning - Beyond the Basics" is being conducted by Mark Federle, Ph.D., P.E., CPC; Marquette University.
The program will be held on a NEW DATE! - Wednesday, September 28, 2022 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. at Gibsons Steakhouse, 2105 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523, (630) 954-0000.
Breakfast and lunch are to be provided. Breakfast is to be made available at 7:45 am.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Webinars & Member News
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EAP solutions are available via on demand telephonic support and through video counseling, mobile app, work/life web portal and chat functionality.
ECA Members may log-in to the interactive work/life web portal for information on a variety of topics. Webinars are available at any time of day and our mobile app allows employees to access services such as counseling and work life resources right from the palm of their hand.
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SAVE THE DATES
August 18-19, 2022
Young Professionals of ECA Chicago: 2022 Leadership Conference
Lake Lawn Resort & Conference Center, Lake Delavan Wisconsin
August 23, 2022
Infectious Disease Hazards in Construction
INTECH
Alsip, IL
September 12 - 13, 2022
Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction
Drake Oak Brook Hotel -- Oak Brook, IL
September 14, 2022
ECA Regular Membership Meeting
Union League Club of Chicago
September 21, 2022
ECA Chicago - NECAPAC PLC Golf Outing and Fundraiser
Cog Hill Golf Club, Lemont IL
September 28, 2022
Pre-Planning Beyond the Basics
Gibsons Steakhouse
Oak Brook, IL
October 12, 2022
ECA Regular Membership Meeting
Erie Cafe -- Chicago, IL
October 15 - 18, 2022
NECA Convention & Trade Show
Austin, TX
November 3, 2022
Managing Construction Delay Claims
Maggiano's Banquets -- Oak Brook, IL
November 9, 2022
ECA Regular Membership Meeting
Maggiano's Banquets
Chicago, IL
November 16, 2022
Transform Your Organization for the Future
Drake Oak Brook Hotel - Oak Brook, IL
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Electrical Contractors' Association of Chicago Annual President's Party & Holiday Celebration
Offshore, Navy Pier Chicago
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