Leadership Messages
COVID-19 Update: EST Sproule Message Regarding NJ Gov Murphy 3/21 Order
Posted OnMarch 22, 2020 byDear Members, Yesterday, Governor Phil Murphy held a press conference with an update regarding the COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) pandemic. In the Governor’s update, he stated that the construction industry is part of the essential services that will continue to operate. In times of crisis like this, the important work that our brothers and sisters skillfully…Read More
COVID-19 UPDATE: Training Centers to Remain Closed
Posted OnMarch 20, 2020 byTraining Centers will remain closed during the week of Monday March 23rd – Friday March 27th. Check back with the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters’ website for more information or the individual training center’s websites listed in this LINKRead More
EST Message Regarding PA Governor Wolf’s Order
Posted OnMarch 20, 2020 byDear Members, Last night, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf ordered all ‘nonessential businesses’ to close their physical locations. Enforcement of this order will take effect at 12:01 AM Saturday, March 21st. If you are out of work after today, make sure to reach out to your state’s unemployment office, which has been listed for you on…Read More
COVID-19 Message from EST William C. Sproule March 19th, 2020
Posted OnMarch 19, 2020 byDear Members, Our country and Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters is currently navigating through the unprecedented health situation involving COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus). This has been and very well may continue to be hard times for our union. Be assured, that Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters is working diligently to provide the…Read More
COVID-19 Update: OSHA Standards
Posted OnMarch 19, 2020 byMembers should be aware of the latest information from the Occupational Saftey and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus). “There is no specific OSHA standard covering COVID-19. However, some OSHA requirements may apply to prevent occupational exposure to COVID-19.” the OSHA website states. Use the link below to learn more or find the OSHA…Read More
EST Sproule Clarification on Philadelphia Mayor COVID-19 Announcements
Posted OnMarch 17, 2020 byThe Eastern Atlantic Council of Carpenters has been in continuous conversation with stakeholders of both the public and private sectors including Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney regarding the recent COVID-19 (Novel Cornonavirus) situation. After a discussion with the Mayor’s office, we must clarify that the recent announcement made by Mayor Kenney stating the closing of all non-essential…Read More
EST Sproule Message Regarding Coronavirus
Posted OnMarch 13, 2020 byDear Members, The current state of affairs regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has already lead to many changes in our daily lives. This includes the leadership of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, who have announced that all programs at the International Training Center for the next 30-days will be canceled. If…Read More
William C. Sproule 2019 Labor Day Message
Posted OnJanuary 17, 2020 byIt is with gratefulness for our past and excitement for our union’s future that I wish the members for the Keystone + Mountain + Lakes Regional Council of Carpenters and their families a safe and happy Labor Day. This is a time to reflect on not only how far workers rights have come, but also…Read More
William C. Sproule 2019 Veterans Day Message
Posted OnJanuary 17, 2020 byBrothers and Sisters, On behalf of myself and the Keystone + Mountain + Lakes Regional Council of Carpenter’s Executive Board, I would like to wish each and every one of you and your families a happy and safe Veterans Day weekend. Our union is fortunate to have many brave brothers and sisters who have served…Read More