The Labor-Management Council of Greater Kansas City

Congrats to Plumbers Local 8, which has moved to new offices. The new address is:

Plumbers Local 8
5950 Manchester Trafficway Ste 2
Kansas City, MO 64130

Phone numbers remain the same.

One week from today is the LMC's annual Public Officials Reception, 5:30 p.m. at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to bob.jacobi@rockhurst.edu or (816) 501-4565.

Two weeks from today is the next Construction Industry Committee meeting, 8 a.m. at Mark One Electric Co., Inc.

Mid-Level Leadership participants learned about communication and practiced public speaking with guidance from Rockhurst University professor Pete Bicak last night.

The LMC mourns the death of W.E. "Bill" Clarkson, longtime CEO of Clarkson Construction Co. and a leader in the labor-management community.

A photo from last night's first Mid-Level Leadership Program 2016-17 session is available at left under mid-level leadership first session. We appreciate Don Greenwell's excellent presentation and discussion for the class; Don is Builders' Association president and LMC treasurer.

The Mid-Level Leadership Program begins today at Rockhurst University. Since 1986, the program has brought together up-and-coming leaders in labor and management to enhance their leadership skills and understanding of the "other side." Eighteen participants begin the 16-session program this afternoon.

The arrangements for Chere Chaney:

Visitation Friday September 16 1-2:30pm. Funeral at 2:30pm
Dickey Funeral Home, 2401 E. Mechanic, Harrisonville, MO 64701

Celebration of Life
Saturday September 17, 3-6pm
CWA Local 6360
6415 Universal Ave., KCMO 64120

For more information, call Greg Chaney 816-507-1316 or 816-524-6355

We regret to note that Chere Chaney has died after fighting cancer. There was a former LMC Board member and Mid-Level Leadership graduate who promoted the LMC and the Mid-Level program at every opportunity. She also provided advise, attended LMC events and helped in every way she could. I knew Chere for more than 30 years; her determination, humor, openness, candor and loyalty were a great asset to the community, to labor, to her friends and family. She served as a Lee's Summit City Councilwoman and on many boards, committees and campaigns. She will be greatly missed. We will note here memorial arrangements when they are available.

The LMC sends condolences to the family of Terry Moore Jr., who died yesterday. His father, Terry Moore, is president of the Omaha AFL-CIO and past board chair of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. Terry Jr.'s step-sister, Nicole Abrahamson, is an active volunteer with the LMC and member of the Construction Industry Committee.

Construction Committee Updates Significant Projects, Legislation

Construction Industry Steering Team Summary of Minutes

 8 a.m., Thursday,  Sept. 8, 2016, Mark One Electric Co., Inc.

Attending:  Terry Akins, Sam Alpert, Greg Chastain, Greg Davey, Brian Dietz, Alex Gonzalez, Jerry Helmick, Dave Kirkpatrick, Alise Martiny, Colleen White,  Bob Jacobi.

•Thanks to Rosana Privitera Biondo and Mark One Electric Co., Inc. for hosting.

•The Traders project expects to make progress soon.  All bids came in at full prevailing wage; the requirement was 50%.

•The Kansas City Kansas School District has a bond issue vote in November for $200 million.  The district is now taking RFPs for construction manager at-risk.

•The Smithville School District has a levy increase and $12 million bond issue on the ballot also.  The bonds would help build a new school and other projects in the district.  The last levy increase passed in 1997.  JE Dunn is construction manager.

•The Liberty Memorial has projects coming up.  JE Dunn is the contractor.

•Both KCMO airports are building maintenance facilities, and runways are being refurbished.

•The Cerner project plans to begin moving workers (new jobs to KC) into buildings soon, though construction continues.  2017 will be a slower construction pace at the site.  Demolition is being planned for remaining empty buildings at the site.

•The KCMO Council moved from committee an ordinance with caps on subsidies.  The Building Trades opposes the ordinance unless prevailing wage is included.  A vote could come in two weeks.

•Missouri’s veto session is next week.  None of the LMC’s priorities are involved.  The state will have six issues on the November ballot (see attached).

•An op-ed developed by the Workforce Subcommittee appeared in the Kansas City Star Aug. 17.  Additional efforts are underway to publicize the many minority and female workforce development programs in the industry, and how to access those opportunities.  The  KCMO Workforce Board may expand.  KCK and other parts of the metro also deserve attention.

•The Builders' Association held a successful opening of its Advancement Center, which will highlight the industry's technology and training especially for young people.  Mayor James, Councilwoman Alissia Canady, Sen. Ryan Silvey and Rep. Lauren Arthur were among the speakers.

•NICE’s annual fundraising luncheon Oct. 25 features Jason VanEaton, Southwest Airlines vice president for government relations.

•The Construction Expo is Oct. 5 at Bartle Hall; the trade show portion is from 3-7 p.m.

•Fishing for Freedom to help veterans is Oct. 8 and 9 at Truman Lake.  Last year had a record of 140 boats participating.

•The LMC Public Officials Reception is Oct. 6 at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.  In addition to sponsorship and attending, those attending are urged to engage elected officials present particularly if they are not talking with anyone.

•Members are asked to think about a possible Construction Summit on Health Care and/or Technology to be discussed at the Oct. 13 meeting.

•Upcoming events:

 *MCA/NECA Joint Safety Program, Sept. 14, 8 a.m., KU Edwards Campus

  *MCA Charity Golf Tournament, Sept. 19, Lake Quivera Country Club

  *LMC Mid-Level Leadership Class begins Sept. 21, Rockhurst University

  *Iron Workers Local 10 Charity Golf Tournament, Sept. 24, Eagle’s Landing

  *Western MO & Kansas Laborers Charitable Foundation Golf Tournament, Sept. 30, Drumm

     Farm

  *Construction Expo and Construction Academies, Oct. 5, Bartle Hall; registration 12:30, 

    academies 1 p.m, Expo 3 p.m.

  *KC CREW Golf Tournament, Oct. 6, Swope Memorial

  *LMC Public Officials Reception, Oct. 6, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, 5:30 p.m.

  *Fishing for Freedom, Truman Lake, Oct. 8-9

  *MPMSDC Diversity Compliance Session, Oct. 11, 11 a.m., JE Dunn

  *KC CREW Membership Recruitment Wine Tasting, Oct. 11, 5:30 p.m.,  KC Wineworks

  *American Woodworking Institute Convention, Oct. 23-25

  *NICE Awards Luncheon, Oct. 25, Muehlbach; speaker Jason Van Eaton, SW Airlines

  *General Election, Nov. 8

  *iBuild Showcase, May 4, 2017, Bartle Hall

  For details on the above events, please contact the sponsoring group or the LMC

•Next Meeting: 8 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016, Mark One Electric Co., Inc.

•Adjourn

The mission of the Labor-Management Council of Greater Kansas City is to enhance collaboration by solidifying trust and communication between labor and management in the community.

 

The LMC's Construction Industry Committee meets tomorrow at 8 a.m. at Mark One Electric Co., Inc.