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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, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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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 [...]
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 [...]
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