Governor Walz bonding proposal released yesterday would fund 73 projects across Minnesota. Fifty-one percent of the projects would have statewide impact, and 22% of the projects are in greater Minnesota. The proposal is transportation-centric, including rail safety improvements. It also funds projects for higher education campuses and affordable housing. "Our capital budget directs $150 million to the preservation of existing ... View Article
Minnesota State Building Trades Council Supports Gov. Walz Bonding Proposal
The Minnesota State Building and Construction Trades Council supports the strong $1.27B bonding package Governor Walz and Lieutenant Governor Flanagan announced on February 26. “By making substantial capitol investments in transportation, higher education, housing, corrections and state asset preservation, the Walz-Flanagan Administration is demonstrating its commitment to meeting our state’s construction needs now and, in the future,” said ... View Article
Jessica Looman joins MN State Building and Construction Trades Council as its Executive Director
"The State Building and Construction Trades Council is an important voice for 70,000 skilled professionals in Minnesota’s construction industry,” stated Looman, “I look forward to helping the Council move forward with its mission of promoting the growth and development of all building and construction trade unions in our state and growing the industry for the advancement of all affiliates and their members.”Harry Melander, President of the State ... View Article
IBEW 20th Anniversary Photo Contest Winners
The IBEW has announced their 2019 photo contest winners and they are awesome. Proud, skilled, professionals at work. Prepare to be amazed. Check them out here. ... View Article
Fourth Annual Union Job and Resource Center
Help us spread the word about the Fourth Annual Union Job and Resource Center! The event is moving to a new location this year: the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 110 hall, located at 1330 Conway Street. The job fair opens with an employer panel at 3 p.m. An on-site hiring event follows from 4 to 7 p.m. A list of participating employers will be posted March 22 at View Article
