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Preserving Tradition While Embracing Change
Posted Jun 11, 2010 : Executive Director Corner
I recently attended the 2010 Testimonial Dinner including 60, 50, 40 and 25 year Membership Awards hosted by Sheet Metal Local #2 and had the honor not only to be invited to attend, but to see my father receive his 50 year pin and my brother receive his 25 year…
ATTENTION CONTRACTORS!!
Posted Mar 04, 2010 : Safety Director Corner
The Federal EPA will require certain renovators, remodelers and painters to be EPA certified by April 23rd, 2010. Beginning April 23rd, 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will require firms performing work that disturbs lead-based paint in residential homes, child care facilities and schools built before 1978 meet certain qualifications…
Bob Tracy, Newsletter Committee Chairperson
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Committee Corner
Where has the summer gone? This summer seemed to be a blur and we are now preparing fall and holiday events. Since becoming the Chair Person for the Membership Committee I have had the opportunity to be involved and attending several of our other committees meetings. The committees have been…
Jay Lind, Outgoing JATC Apprentice Coordinator & Incoming Local No. 2 Business Agent
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : JATC Coordinator Corner
As most of you probably know, I recently ran for, and won, the position of Business Representative of Sheet Metal Local #2. I want everyone to know how much I have enjoyed the last ten years working with you as the Apprentice Coordinator. It is hard to believe that it…
GET INVOLVED!!!
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Executive Director Corner
Have you looked at all the opportunities that SMACNA-KC provides lately? I’ve just passed the six month mark here and I will admit that it took me a few months to get up-to-speed, but we are moving forward full-speed now. We have held some extremely informative lunch & learn opportunities…
SAFETY CORNER
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Safety Director Corner
OSHA Emphasis on Amputations! SMACNA National has advised local chapters as of July 29, 2009 OSHA will be concentrating efforts on National Emphasis Programs including amputations. SMACNA contractors should be aware of OSHA CPL 2-1.25 compliance directive for the sheet metal industry guidelines for point of operation guarding of power…
Minority Leadership Recipient Spotlight—Damon Chandler
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Current News
Sang Duong, SMACNA-KC Executive Administrator, recently had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Damon Chandler about his current position as a Detailer with Southland Industries in California and his accomplishments upon completing the Minority leadership Development Program. Mr. Chandler was one of the first recipients of the Minority leadership Development…
Tony Keithley, Local No. 2 JATC Apprentice Coordinator
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : JATC Coordinator Corner
I would first like to introduce myself to all of you. My name is Tony Keithley, and I have been a full time instructor for the Sheet Metal Workers Local Union #2 Apprentice Program for the past 10 years. I was recently selected as the new Apprentice Coordinator for the…
Presentation with SMACNA National, Eli Howard, Executive Director of Technical Services
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Education
SMACNA-KC cordially invites your members to attend an industry information session presented by Eli Howard, Executive Director of Technical Services, SMACNA National. The presentation will include the most up-to-date information in the following areas: • HVAC Air Duct Leakage & HVAC Systems Duct Design (Engineers, Contractors) This would explain the…
Minority Leadership & Business Development Program
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Announcements
SMACNA-KC and Local No. 2 are searching for the next group of selected individuals to participate in the 3rd Annual Minority Leadership & Business Development Program. SMACNA-KC continues to demonstrate commitment to promoting minority involvement and creating opportunities for future leaders and management in the sheet metal industry. If you…
LMC Public Reception—November 19, 2009
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Events
The Labor Management Council of Greater Kansas City and co-sponsors will hold their annual Public Officials Reception on Thursday, November 19th from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM at the Old Muehlbach Lobby of the Downtown Marriott. Public officials from all levels of government throughout the metro area are expected to attend along…
SAVE THE DATE: Women’s Committee Holiday Event—December 2, 2009
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Events
The SMACNA-KC Women’s Committee will be offering Candles and Cocktails on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 time & location to be determined. Mr. Eddie Ross along with his partner Jaithan Kochar, who presented a workshop in July 2009 will be returning to Kansas City to present a holiday workshop. They offer…
KCADC Annual Luncheon
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Events
The Kansas City Area Development Council will hold its prominent 2009 annual meeting at the Kansas City Convention & Entertainment Facilities Grand Ballroom on Friday, November 6th from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. This years theme is, “ Understanding the New Normal” with guest speaker, Mr. Joshua Cooper Ramo, author…
2009 SMACNA National Convention Information—YOU CAN STILL REGISTER!!!
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Events
The SMACNA National Convention will be held at the Desert Springs JW Marriott & Spa in Palm Springs, California on October 11-15, 2009 and will feature educational sessions by top experts to help members enhance their businesses. For more information visit the SMACNA national website at www.smacna.org or contact Mary…
Sheet Metal Apprentice Completion Banquet
Posted Sep 01, 2009 : Events
The Local No. 2 JATC will hold their annual completion banquet for apprentices on Saturday, October 17, 2009. Drinks begin at 6:00 P.M. and dinner is to follow at 7:00 P.M. The banquet will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Independence, MO. For more information, please contact Tony…