Minnesota Building & Construction Trades Council

St. Paul, MN – On June 24, 2020, the Metropolitan Council approved Resolution No. 2020-8 resolving that the Council modify its procurement policies and procedures to require that laborers, workers, mechanics on all Council public works construction and maintenance projects that are let by sealed bids and on all design-build construction projects that are let by formal requests for proposals after public notice be paid wages comparable to wages paid for similar work in the ... View Article

You can view the State Building Trades E-Newsletters by clicking on the links below. View: June 2020 Newsletter View: May 2020 Newsletter ... View Article

The Minnesota State Building and Construction Trades Council shares the outrage, sorrow, anguish and devastation related to the death of George Floyd and the injustices in our society. As Minnesota's construction worker unions, we strive to build trust, build respect, build justice and to help rebuild our community. To Donate to Community Rebuilding: We Love Lake ... View Article

From the State Emergency Operations Center: In these difficult times, we take solace in the stunning display of courage, generosity, and perseverance coming out of communities in every corner of our state. Taking care of one another is a tradition all Minnesotans share, so it’s no surprise that many people have reached out wondering what they can do to offer assistance. In addition to staying home to slow the spread of the virus, here are five ways you can help according to the View Article

On March 25, 2020, Governor Walz declared that Minnesota’s Building Trades members perform essential services that are critical to maintaining the health and safety of Minnesotans. The safety of Minnesota's construction workers is our first priority. By following CDC and Minnesota Department of Health guidelines, construction will continue under Minnesota's Stay at Home Order, Emergency Executive Order 20-20. ... View Article