BTEA'S 1ST ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT THE TJG FUND | |
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Thank you to everyone, including our generous sponsors, who helped make the first annual tournament a SOLD-OUT event celebrating the industry contributions of T2. All proceeds from the tournament benefit the TJG Fund, which will continue to support the many causes he was passionate about, including the American Liver Foundation, PanCAN, Team IMPACT, and many others.
Please be on the lookout for additional recap details coming from us soon!
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NASRCC Contractor Reception & TJG Dedication
Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 4:30 PM
The Carpenters Center
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All BTEA Carpenter Signatory Members are kindly invited to join NASRCC LMP Executive Director, Stephen Joyce and NASRCC EST Joseph Byrne for a networking reception. As part of the event, a dedication will be made in memory of Thomas J. Gunning, who will be remembered for fostering harmonious labor relations between our contractors and the Carpenters Union. To RSVP, please email Jeanne (jtempesta@btea.com).
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Upcoming Industry Events:
MBE/WBE/VBE Outreach Event
Tuesday, September 26 from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
UMass Amherst Mount Ida Campus in Newton
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Join leaders from a vast number of offices to learn more about upcoming construction projects and opportunities to get involved. To register, please visit their event page.
Building Pathways Awards Celebration
Thursday, September 28 at 5:30 PM
IBEW Local 103 in Dorchester
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Join Building Pathways as they recognize their allies, partners, and graduates for helping them achieve their mission of bringing underrepresented communities into the union building trades. To register, please visit their registration form.
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BTEA Women's Group Events:
Spectacle on Spectacle with Boston Harbor Now
Thursday, September 14 from 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM with departure from Long Wharf in Boston
SOLD OUT: 2nd Annual Golf Clinic & Reception in collaboration with NECA Greater Boston
Wednesday, September 20 at 4:30 PM at Granite Links Golf Club
*Waitlist spots are available.
Please email Jeanne (jtempesta@btea.com) if you would like to participate or learn more about our upcoming Women’s Group Events.
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BTEA Future Leaders Presentation Skills Workshop:
Wednesday, October 25 at 5:30 PM
Kings Dining & Entertainment, Boston
David Ashcraft will join our group for a presentation skills workshop followed by networking with peers while bowling. David will cover 10 key communication and presentation skills and will practice a simple, structured and effective coaching model to improve personal results. Register Today.
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Congratulations, Greenwood Industries Inc.
Boston Roofing Contractor Member, Greenwood Industries, has been named to the Top 100 Roofing Contractors List nationwide by Roofing Contractors Magazine.
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NEW: Executive Education Opportunities
Fall Executive Education opportunities with MIT and Harvard have been shared. Please reach out to Jenn (jenn@btea.com) if you would like to register or learn more.
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National Labor Relations Board Makes Elections Faster
The new rule shortens the time between a petition being filed and the election. The impact of the rule is to make it harder for employers to speak with employees about unions and unionization prior to a vote. The new rule takes effect on December 26, 2023. Read More
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New Guidance on MA Parental Leave Act
The Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) has issued new guidelines, clarifying current application of the Massachusetts Parental Leave Act (MPLA.) The guidelines cover a number of issues, including eligibility, types of leave, when leave may be taken, and other employee benefits and entitlements. Employers should note that the PFML, which offers partial wage replacement to employees, does not make the MPLA irrelevant. In addition to the above differentiations for multiple births, the MPLA covers more employees. Read More
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OSHA Proposes Change to Walkaround Rule
A change proposed by OSHA on Aug. 30 would allow union officials or other employee advocates to join in jobsite safety inspections, such as an employee or union representative, even on non-union jobs. OSHA is accepting comments on the rule change through Oct. 30. Read More
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New Login.gov System Will Affect e-Filings and e-Payments
As of January 1, 2024 users of the DOL’s EFAST filing system will be required to access EFAST using login.gov. This change is part of President Biden’s EO 14028 from May of 2021 focused on improving the cybersecurity of federal agencies. Read More
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IRS Delays Change for 401(K) Catch-Up Contributions
The IRS announced a two-year delay on changes to “catch-up contributions” in late August, meaning savers can still make pretax catch-up contributions through the end of 2025, regardless of income. The change would have eliminated the tax break for higher earners. Read More
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Proposals & Projects We're Watching
MIT's "Middle Market" Biotechs in Kendall Square: MIT has been planning 3 million SF of new development at the site of the Volpe Transportation Systems Center in Kendall Square, including four commercial buildings and four residential buildings. It is also working on a new U.S. Department of Transportation building, with a 10-acre mixed-use development to follow. The planning board is set to hear the proposal on Sept. 26. Read More
Lab Tower Proposed in Assembly Point: Boston Pinnacle Properties submitted plans for a 10-story lab building at 45 Mystic Ave., including space dedicated both for life science startups and artistans. The 51,120 SF tower proposal will stand in place of the ABJ Automotive shop. Read More
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BPDA Unveils New Plan to Guide Revitalization
BPDA released a planning guide aimed at growing several of Boston’s districts including Downtown Crossing, Chinatown, Theater District, Financial District. The plan recommends a series of zoning changes to height and density, proposes setting the by-right height limit at 155 feet, and would allow some buildings to reach higher in exchange for payments from developers. The plan is expected to be voted on in October. Read More
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Davis-Bacon changes to be effective Oct. 23, DOL says
The Department of Labor announced changes to the Davis-Bacon Act earlier this month to the prevailing wage rate and how it’s calculated. ConstructionDive covered how some of the changes will effect jobs in a given trade. Read More
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Will The Supreme Court Soon Undermine Minority Contractor Programs?
After a June ruling from the Supreme Court against racial preferences in college admissions, legal and policy foundations, and several contractor associations have challenged state or local racial preferences in public works contracting, hoping one will end up before the U.S. Supreme Court and that the justices will sharply limit or even terminate the programs. Read More
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What to know about final Build America, Buy America guidelines
The White House has clarified rules around which construction materials for federal infrastructure projects must be produced in the U.S. with the final guidance defining relevant construction materials and local manufacturing process standards for each material. The BABA preference applies to three categories: iron and steel products, manufactured products and construction materials. OMB expanded the list of materials to include engineered wood but opted to leave out coatings, paint and bricks after reviewing feedback. Read More
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- The CBRE Lending Momentum Index fell by 52% compared to last year
- The average rate of a 30-year fixed mortgage was 7.23% in late August
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In July, the MA jobless rate was 2.5% compared to 3.5% nationally
- The national average for a gallon of gas rose to $3.86 in August, the highest in nearly a year
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