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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-06-18 IBEW CorrespondenceIBEW ORANGE COUNTY INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS. LOCAL 441 309 N. RAMPART STREET SUITE M ORANGE, CA 92868 (714) 939-3131 (714) 939-3132 FAX www.ibewoc.com NEAL H. LAUZON Business Manager Affiliated with: Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council State Building and Construction Trades Council of California California State Association of Electrical Workers California Labor Federation American Federation of Labor Congress of Industrial Organizations Orange County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO ',llSlf US ~ FAr:E!,iOQK .... IBEW Orange County 441 E June 8, 2021 Swinerton Builders 200 N Main Street Santa Ana, CA 92701 Re: OCSD Headquarters Complex at Plant 1 The recent bid and award of the Orange County Sanitation District's Headquarters Complex at Plant 1 has thrust into the spotlight the issue of local hire and those projects that can make a difference in the lives of the working men and women in the county. Given the numerous public comments read during the May 26th Board Meeting, as well as supporting commentary given by the District's board members in favor of local hire, we trust Swinerton is looking for ways to ensure local resident electricians are made a priority on this project. With many area families still recovering from the recent pandemic, employment at this project will serve as a much-needed stimulus to local rate-paying citizens. IBEW Orange County stands ready to provide local workers through our hiring hall. Regardless of which electrical contractor secures the Headquarters Complex project, an agreement can be drafted allowing a non-signatory contractor access to our pool of local, qualified electricians. It is not our intention to pursue a labor dispute with the OCSD or Swinerton Builders; rather, it is our desire to work amicably, ensuring Orange County men and women are utilized on this project without the use of bannering or picketing. We welcome all lines of communication with the parties involved and look forward to building the County together. Sincerely · Neal H. Lauzon Business Manager NHL: jc u OPEIU #537 /AFL-CIO, CLC cc: Orange County Sanitation District, Board Members ------