To: Board of Supervisors
From: Ken Carlson, District IV Supervisor
Report Title: ADOPT Resolution recognizing IBEW Local 302 as the Contra Costa Labor Council's Union of the Year, as recommended by Supervisor Carlson.
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
ADOPT Resolution recognizing IBEW Local 302 as the Contra Costa Labor Council's Union of the Year, as recommended by Supervisor Carlson.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
BACKGROUND:
See resolution
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
No negative action
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
and for Special Districts, Agencies and Authorities Governed by the Board
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IN THE MATTER OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CONTRA COSTA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RECOGNIZING IBEW LOCAL 302 AS THE CONTRA COSTA LABOR COUNCIL’S “UNION OF THE YEAR” AND COMMENDING ITS SERVICE TO WORKERS AND THE COMMUNITY
WHEREASWHEREAS, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 302 (“IBEW Local 302”), was established in 1928 and headquartered in Martinez, California, has served Contra Costa County for nearly a century; and
WHEREAS, originally founded as a marine local, IBEW Local 302 has evolved to represent more than 1,300 members working across construction, industrial maintenance, and sound and communications, reflecting the breadth and depth of the county’s economy; and
WHEREAS, IBEW Local 302 champions the well-being of its members through fair wages, strong collective bargaining, job security, and comprehensive benefits, building stable families and a stronger local economy; and
WHEREAS, the Local’s nationally recognized apprenticeship and journeyman training programs prepare electricians to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industry, including key growth areas such as renewable energy, electric-vehicle (EV) infrastructure, and microgrid technologies; and
WHEREAS, IBEW Local 302’s commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and continual upskilling promotes safer job sites, higher standards, and resilience across Contra Costa’s critical infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, rooted in solidarity, dedicated to service, and driven by innovation, IBEW Local 302 consistently partners with contractors, public agencies, and community organizations to deliver projects that benefit workers and residents alike; and
WHEREAS, the Contra Costa Labor Council has named IBEW Local 302 its Union of the Year for 2025, recognizing the Local’s enduring leadership, excellence in training, and forward-looking role in California’s clean-energy transition and adoption of smart technologies;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors hereby recognizes IBEW Local 302 as Union of the Year, and expresses its profound appreciation for the Local’s nearly 100 years of service to working people and its contributions to building better careers, safer job sites, and stronger communities in Contra Costa County.
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