named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Apprenticeship Program
Provides hands-on training and classroom instruction for apprentice linemen, requiring 7,000 hours over 3–4 years to become a journeyman; includes pay increases at each of seven advancement steps.
Municipal Representation
Organizes and negotiates contracts for municipal utility workers in seven New York villages and towns, ensuring local representation and fair labor agreements.
Referral System
Manages job dispatch for electrical workers through a priority-based out-of-work list; members re-register monthly to maintain eligibility for job calls in classifications including journeyman linemen, groundmen, and traffic signal technicians.
Safety and Training Center
Offers comprehensive safety training including CPR/First Aid, pole top rescue, OSHA compliance, rigging, and confined space entry at a state-of-the-art facility with outdoor pole yard and classrooms.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Labor Union Representation & Organizing 2 activities
- Negotiates union contracts and facilitates workforce placementNegotiates collective bargaining agreements on behalf of members and supports member employment through job placement services and dispatch systems.
- Represents municipal utility workers across New York StateOrganizes and provides union representation for municipal utility units throughout New York State, supporting public-sector electrical workers.
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Union-Affiliated Trade Apprenticeship & Training 2 activities
- Operates a state-recognized electrical lineman apprenticeship programRuns a multi-year apprenticeship program requiring 7,000 hours of on-the-job training over 3–4 years, combining paid work with classroom instruction at a dedicated training facility featuring a pole yard and classrooms; participants receive pay increases at each of seven program steps and may earn college credits.
- Provides safety and technical training for membersOffers free, ongoing training programs in pole top rescue, CPR, OSHA compliance, cable splicing, and other safety-critical skills to ensure a secure work environment for members and contractors.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Hosts member events and community support initiativesOrganizes annual events including a clambake, a line clearance tree trimming rodeo, and a Fall Classic Golf Tournament; also mobilized a donation drive delivering a 30-foot trailer of goods to communities affected by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Manages job referral and dispatch system for membersOperates a referral office with set hours (8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Mon–Fri) that maintains an out-of-work list, accepts registrations via in-person, mail, fax, and email, and conducts daily job dispatch between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.; members must re-register monthly (10th–16th) to maintain status and can access job opportunities via a dedicated voicemail system.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$21.16M
Contributions & grants$1.65M8%
Program service revenue$11.76M56%
Investment income$7.55M36%
Other revenue$198K
expenses
Total expenses$9.36M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$5.56M
Grants paid out$132K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$87.02M
Cash$5.54M
Investments$80.75M
Liabilities$704
Net assets$87.02M
Liquid reserves110.6 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +2.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 16
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARK LAWRENCE | BUSINESS MAN | 70 | $295K |
| COLBY CZAJAK | VICE PRESIDE | 55 | $248K |
| RAYMOND VAN HUSEN | ASST. BUS.RE | 63 | $248K |
| TIMOTHY DALEY | RECORDING SE | 55 | $248K |
| ERIC GRICE | ASST BUSINES | 55 | $218K |
| JAMES B RIESTER | ASST BUSINES | 55 | $218K |
| EUGENE BAILEY | TREASURER | 55 | $218K |
| HENRY WESTBROOK | PRESIDENT | 55 | $218K |
| THOMAS BENEWAY | ASST BUSINES | 55 | $151K |
| BRIAN TIFFANY | ASST BUSINES | 55 | $151K |
| CHRISTOPHER MARTIN | ASST BUSINES | 55 | $151K |
| TIMOTHY S O'BRIEN | ASST BUSINES | 55 | $151K |
| CLAIRE BIEL | OFFICE MANAG | 40 | $107K |
| CHERIE MASON | SECRETARY | 40 | $77K |
| MICHELLE CALVERIC | SECRETARY | 40 | $64K |
| ELLA CZAJAK | SECRETARY | 40 | $47K |
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- American Council on Education Partner — Issues college credits to graduates of the NEAT Program.
- Brother Gilbert Partner — Member who donated time, truck, and trailer to support Hurricane Helene relief efforts.
- City of Plattsburgh Partner — Municipal utility unit represented by IBEW Local 1249
- City of Watertown Partner — Municipal utility unit represented by IBEW Local 1249
- Frankfort Power & Light Partner — Municipal utility unit represented by IBEW Local 1249
- International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Network — Local union affiliated with the national IBEW organization.
- NEP Services Partner — Partner organization administering volunteer registration for the Battle at Burrville event.
- NYSEG Partner — Provides job dispatch opportunities for journeyman linemen on its property.
- National Grid Partner — Provides job dispatch opportunities for journeyman linemen on its property.
- New York State Department of Labor Government — Recognizes the local's electrical lineman apprenticeship program.
- Signatory Employers Partner — Refers applicants to job assignments with employers who have signed collective bargaining agreements within Local 1249's jurisdiction.
- Town of Massena Partner — Municipal utility unit represented by IBEW Local 1249
- Village of Ilion Partner — Municipal utility unit represented by IBEW Local 1249
- Village of Lake Placid Partner — Municipal utility unit represented by IBEW Local 1249
- Village of Mohawk Partner — Municipal utility unit represented by IBEW Local 1249
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collective Bargaining for Worker Protections and Employment Securitymethodology: collective_bargainingBy negotiating collective bargaining agreements, the union secures fair wages, job security, and defined workplace rights, because binding contracts ensure enforceable and equitable labor standards across employers.
- Decentralized Local Representation for Contextual Labor Advocacymethodology: decentralized-local-representationBy maintaining decentralized local representation with independent contract negotiations, the union ensures municipal autonomy and fair labor agreements, because localized bargaining accounts for regional economic conditions and employer-specific dynamics.
- Integrated Training Model for Skill Developmentmethodology: integrated_on-the-job_and_classroom_trainingBy combining on-the-job training with classroom instruction, apprentices develop both practical skills and theoretical knowledge, because experiential learning reinforces technical mastery and professional readiness.
- Public Demonstration of Skill to Strengthen Trade Identitymethodology: skills-based_public demonstrationBy hosting public rodeos and skills-based competitions, the union promotes pride, brotherhood, and public awareness of line clearance work, because visible demonstrations of expertise reinforce professional identity and community respect.
- Safety-First Culture Through Advanced Trainingmethodology: safety_first_trainingBy implementing advanced safety training and a Code of Excellence, the union reduces workplace injuries and promotes operational efficiency, because rigorous standards instill accountability, pride, and consistent adherence to best practices.