IBEW Local Union 21

Meetings Canceled! All January 2022 Union Meetings and the and Local 21 Annual Building Corporation Meeting have been canceled. Information can be found here!

IBEW Local Union 21 News

We Remember… We Act...

On August 6, 1965 President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law, calling the day “a triumph for freedom as huge as any victory that has ever been won on any battlefield” The law came seven months after Martin Luther King launched a Southern Christian Leadership Conference campaign with the aim of pressuring Congress to pass such legislation. There is nothing more fundamental in a democracy than a right to vote. At this moment, that right – and our democracy itself – is under attack. As IBEW members we must do our part to help pass these bills that protect the fundamental rights of all Americans. Honor Dr. King’s legacy by taking action today, by clicking the title link.

IBEW Members at Collectivo Coffee Need Your Help

The New IBEW Members at Collectivo Coffee need your help. On August 23, 2021 IBEW Locals 494 & 1220 won an election to represent over 300 employees at Collectivo Coffee. Company management filed objections to the election. The objections were dismissed and these worker’s election results were certified on December 17th.

All January Meetings Canceled

Out of an abundance of caution due to the surge in Covid cases all January 2022 IBEW Local Union 21 meetings and Building Corporation Meetings are canceled.

Rest in Peace Brother Ryan Wise

IBEW Local Union 21 is saddened to announce the passing of our Brother Ryan Wise who worked at AT&T. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ryan’s family, friends, co-workers and all of our members. Visitation December 29, 2021 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sheets Funeral Home 604 E. Commercial Ave. Lowell, IN, Funeral Service December 30, 2021 11:00 AM Sheets Funeral Home.

IBEW - AT&T Work From Home Agreements Extended Thru June 2022

The Work from Home Agreements for IBEW members working at AT&T have been extended through June 2022. This extension applies to all IBEW members working under all IBEW – AT&T Contracts who have been identified as employees who are eligible to perform their job duties from home. The Company has the right to cancel the agreements at any time with a seven-day notice. Participation is at the discretion of management and is entirely voluntary on the behalf of employees. We remind all members to continue to work safe and to take all necessary precautions to limit the spread of Covid-19.

AT&T Dependent Reverification – Action Required

AT&T is currently conducting a Dependent Reverification for all Active Employees with Dependents, other than a biological or adopted child, that have not been verified after 2018. If you have any type of dependent that is not a biological or adopted child, you will have to complete the reverification process by December 29, 2021. Failure to complete this Dependent Reverification process will result in your dependents being dropped from coverage effective March 1, 2022. AT&T’s failure to notify our Union in a timely manner coupled with AT&T’s delayed communications to employees have created a sense of urgency in this matter.

Rest in Peace Brother Justin LaBuda

IBEW Local Union 21 is saddened to announce the passing of our Brother Justin LaBuda who worked at AT&T. Our thoughts and prayers are with Justin’s family, friends, co-workers and all of our members.

Arbitrator Rules on City of Chicago Vaccine Mandate

December 15, 2021 - 6:15 PM Earlier today the collective group of Unions that represent City of Chicago employees received the arbitrator’s decision regarding the City’s vaccine mandate. In short, the City’s vaccine mandate was upheld with modifications.

Rest in Peace Brother Jon Hergett

IBEW Local Union 21 is saddened to announce the passing of our Brother Jon Hergett who worked at AT&T. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jon’s family, friends, co-workers and all of our members. Visitation Monday, November 29, 2021 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Funeral Service Tuesday, November 30, 2021 10:00 AM McClure Funeral Home 302 W. Poplar St. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jon’s family, friends, co-workers and all of our members.

John Oliver Talks Unions

John Oliver Talks Unions and corporate America's tactics to sack them by hiring union busting attorneys. For workers who are already in a union these same scumbags teach managers how to destroy the labor relations process. At the end of the day it is union member’s solidarity that beats them back. Watch the video!

John Oliver Talks Unions

John Oliver talks about unions and corporate America's tactics to sack them
by hiring union busting attorneys. For workers who are already in a union these
same scumbags teach managers how to destroy the labor relations process.
At the end of the day it is union member’s solidarity that beats them back.

President Biden on the Importance of Unions

President Biden talks about the importance of unions and how they build the middle class.
He supports the right of collective bargaining and the right to join a union.

IBEW 21 COVID-19 Updates

IBEW 21 members should check here to find the latest COVID-19 news.
This area may also include employer specific information when its available.
This information will be updated as necessary.

IBEW and NECA Joint Letter on Importance of COVID-19 Vaccinations
August 30 2021 - IBEW 21 Statement on AT&T Vaccination Policy Discussions
December 30, 2020 - IBEW – AT&T Work from Agreement Extended
March 30, 2020 11:00 AM - City of Chicago OEMC Vacations Canceled
March 30, 2020 10:15 AM- City of Chicago OEMC Member Update
March 25, 2020 11:00 AM - AT&T – IBEW Reach COVID-19 Bonus Agreement
March 20, 2020 6:00 PM - IBEW 21 Coronavirus Update and Stay at Home Order

COVID 19 – Coronavirus

All members should take proper precautions to protect themselves from COVID 19 and follow the precautions given to you by your employers.

We are all in this together and we all need to do our part
for ourselves, our families and those we serve.

The information below is from the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA),The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Illinois and Indiana Departments of Health.

Symptoms
Fever • Cough • Shortness of breath
They may appear 2-14 days after exposure.

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Prevention

The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person. Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes that can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Clean your hands often.
Avoid close contact.
Stay home if you’re sick and wear a mask.
Cover coughs and sneezes.
Clean and disinfect.