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Trust Funds Contact Info
The Mason Tenders’ District Council Trust Funds administers the health and welfare, pension, and annuity accounts for all eligible Local 79 and Local 78 workers. Local 79 members who have questions regarding the benefits that they are entitled to receive should contact the Funds directly at 212-452-9700. If you have made multiple attempts to contact the Trust funds and are experiencing issues with getting through to personnel, please contact [...]
LiUNA Mourns the Passing of Congressman John Lewis
Statement from LiUNA General President Terry O’Sullivan: Today, with the passing of Congressman John Lewis, we have lost an icon, a legend and an American hero whose actions created an irreversible tide for justice that continues to seek higher ground to this day. Congressman Lewis was the very definition of courage, tenacity, and integrity. When he stood with a new generation of fighters for civil rights and voting rights [...]
Landmark Settlement Reveals How Non-Union Body Shop Dehumanized Black Women Construction Workers in New York’s Real-Estate Industry
New York State Attorney General Tish James announced a landmark $1.5 million sexual harassment settlement revealing how nonunion "body shop" Trade Off engaged in sexual harassment and retaliation against Black women construction workers on major real estate projects.
Lavon Chambers, GNY-LECET Assistant Director & Local 79 Member, Retires
Today I am announcing the retirement of a good friend, a true laborer and a deeply respected voice in our Local. Lavon Chambers has been a mentor to many members and his lifelong community leadership has helped our union grow stronger and more united. He was co-founder of Pathways 2 Apprenticeship an initiative to combat the injustices faced by formerly incarcerated individuals who were being exploited by nonunion companies [...]
New 3 Year Agreements!
We are extremely pleased to announce that today we have signed new 3 year agreements with CAGNY, Total Demolition contractors association (DCA), The Cement League & The Plasterers Spray Fire Proofing Association. Details will be a made available in the near future. If you have any questions, please contact your area Business Agent. ** Update on July 1st ** There has been much misinformation circulating regarding the CAGNY contract. [...]
Contractor Agreements for Independence Day Holiday!
Independence Day Holiday Observance / Friday, July 3, 2020 Independence Day falls on Saturday, July 4, 2020 this year. Listed below are the PLA’s, Trade Agreements and/or the Contractor Associations that have agreed to observe Independence Day on Friday, July 3rd, in accordance with the City of New York. All hours worked by Mason Tenders during Friday, July 3rd, on job sites bound to the above-mentioned Trade Agreements, shall be [...]
Regular Hiring Hall Rules to be Re-implemented on July 1st
Due to the reopening of NYC construction, regular hiring hall rules will now be in effect starting July 1st. Re-Registration will be on July 1, 2, 7, 8 & 9. Please be advised that re-registration this quarter will be over the phone only. There will be no in-person or online re-registration for the hiring hall list. In addition, starting July 1st the job refusal rule will be re-implemented. Any member [...]
NYC Department of Buildings Announces Phase 1 Reopening for Non-Essential Projects
The NYC Department of Buildings has announced that New York City will now enter Phase 1 of reopening and construction work on non-essential projects starting this Monday. The health and safety of our members continues to be the top priority of Local 79. The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we work. While the COVID-19 public health emergency persists, the State has created guidelines for construction work to safely continue. We encourage [...]
NY State Releases Reopening Guidelines for Construction
The governor has put in place guidelines for all New York construction businesses including both mandatory requirements and recommended best practices. These guidelines apply to essential construction sites as well as all permitted construction sites when Phase 1 re-opening starts in New York City. This guidance is not intended to replace any existing applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and standards. Read the 'Reopening New York' guidelines for construction [...]
Important Message Regarding COVID-19 Hardship Distribution Checks
Important Message Regarding COVID-19 Hardship Distribution Checks from Mason Tenders Trust Funds: The checks for approved COVID-19 Hardship Distribution applications that were received by the Fund by April 15th were mailed on Monday, May 11th. Due to US postal service delays as a result of the pandemic, please allow 10 business days before contacting the Fund Office about your check. Thank you for your patience.
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