Around the Local

For members who are out of work and are looking to travel, current open calls include: Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant Portsmouth Naval Shipyard SMC Solar Project Please contact BM Marco Lacasse or Assistant Steve Lawrence for job, wage and benefit info by calling 603-224-4239 or by emailing marco.lacasse@ibew490.org or steve.lawrence@ibew490.org

Due to the concerns about social gatherings affecting us all at this time, funeral services and interment in St. John's Cemetery, Monroe were held privately.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Dimitrie Romanian Orthodox Church, 504 Sport Hill Rd., Easton, CT 06612.



Sisters and Brothers,

I have the unfortunate task of informing you that our Brother and my friend Assistant Business Manager Tony Soter passed away last night. Tony was a dedicated member of this Local and the IBEW, he always had the best interest of both in everything he did. He will be sorely missed and we pray for his family and friends as we all grieve together over this tremendous loss.

The union offices are now open to limited foot traffic.  One person at a time, Masks are required, temperature will be taken, and hand sanitizer will be available for use.

The hall and your representatives are available to assist members as we mitigate through this unprecedented time. To slow the spread of the Covid-19 virus please take note of the following:

Out of an abundance of caution due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our annual summer outing which was to be held on August 8 is canceled.

Book 1 re-signs for August will be accepted beginning July 29, 2020 and ending August 3, 2020 at 4:00pm.

As the confirmed cases of COVID-19 continue to decline in Connecticut and with the positivity rate below 1%, we will be holding our July Membership Meeting this coming Monday July 20 at 7:00pm.  In following the guidelines from the Governor’s office, the meeting will be limited to 30 members on a first come basis. 

For members attending:

April 23, 2020 marked the 33rd anniversary of the L'Ambiance Plaza tragedy.  Due to social distancing and public safety it was decided not to have the usual remembrance.  A special thanks goes to WICC600 for continuing the tradition with the remembrance on the Tony and

With heavy hearts, we regret to inform on the passing of Brother Anthony Martins.  A graveside service will take place at 11:00am on Tuesday May 12th in Saint Peter Cemetery, Danbury.



Be advised starting March 19, the Union Hall will be closed to the general public.

The hall and your representatives will still be available to assist members as we mitigate through this unprecedented time. To slow the spread of the Covid-19 virus please take note of the following:

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