Imperial County Building & Construction Trades Council

05/13/2026

Last night, community members from across Imperial County gathered at Imperial Valley College for the California Assembly District 36 Candidate Forum hosted by COLAB and the Brawley Chamber of Commerce.

The forum gave residents an opportunity to hear directly from candidates on important regional issues including economic development, energy, infrastructure, public safety, education, water, and the future of Imperial County as our region continues to grow and evolve.

Events like these are important because they promote transparency, public engagement, and informed voting ahead of the June 2, 2026 Primary Election. It was great to see students, local leaders, organizations, and community members come together to participate in the democratic process and discuss the future of Assembly District 36.

Thank you to COLAB, the Brawley Chamber of Commerce, Imperial Valley College, moderators, staff, and everyone who helped organize and attend the forum. Civic participation matters. 👍

05/13/2026

Today marked a major victory for working families in Imperial County. The Imperial County Board of Supervisors officially approved the final hearing and adoption of the Lithium Valley Construction Workforce Ordinance — a historic step toward securing strong labor standards, local hire opportunities, apprenticeship programs, workforce training, and long-term career pathways for our region.

This ordinance helps ensure that the growth coming to Lithium Valley creates real opportunities for local workers, local contractors, and future generations of skilled tradesmen and tradeswomen right here in Imperial County.

We are proud of the strong turnout and united support shown by the Imperial County Building and Construction Trades Council, affiliated unions, apprentices, and community members throughout this process.

We also thank the participation and support of the State Building and Construction Trades Council of California, including President Chris Hannan, for standing alongside Imperial County labor in support of this important ordinance.

This measure promotes prevailing wage standards, apprenticeship utilization, skilled and trained workforce requirements, and local workforce participation as Lithium Valley continues to develop. Today’s vote sends a clear message: Imperial County workers deserve to be part of the future they are helping build. 👍

05/05/2026

Today, the Imperial County Building & Construction Trades Council and State Building Trades proudly stood before the Imperial County Board of Supervisors in support of the Lithium Valley Construction Workforce Ordinance.

This ordinance represents a major step forward in protecting good-paying union jobs, strengthening apprenticeship opportunities, and ensuring local workers have a pathway into the future of Lithium Valley development.

We are committed to fighting for strong labor standards, local hire opportunities, and a future where the working families of Imperial County benefit from the growth happening in our region. ⚒️

04/22/2026

The Imperial County Building & Construction Trades Council was proud to participate in Career Day at Padilla-Pace Middle School in Brawley. It was a great opportunity to connect with students, share information about apprenticeship pathways, and highlight the many rewarding careers available in the construction trades.

Investing in our youth means opening doors to futures filled with opportunity, skill development, and strong careers right here in Imperial County. We appreciate Padilla-Pace Middle School for inviting us to be part of this important event. 🚌🎓✏️

04/22/2026

The Imperial County Building & Construction Trades Council was proud to attend the Lithium Valley panel discussion in Calipatria. It was a strong opportunity for community members to come together, hear different perspectives, and engage in an important conversation about the future of our region.

Discussions like these are valuable as Lithium Valley continues to develop and create opportunities that can impact jobs, workforce development, and Imperial County families for generations to come.

We appreciate everyone helping keep the community informed and involved.

04/22/2026

The Imperial County Building & Construction Trades Council was proud to attend this community candidate forum. It was a great opportunity to participate in the community, stay engaged, and hear directly from the candidates on issues that matter to Imperial County families and workers. 🗳️👷

Events like these help strengthen civic involvement and keep our communities connected to the decisions shaping our future.

04/10/2026

The Imperial Irrigation District and State Assembly Candidate Forum brings together leaders and candidates to talk about water, energy, and the direction of Imperial County.

📍 Hidalgo Hall, Brawley
🗓 Thursday, April 9, 2026
⏰ Doors open at 5:30 PM | Program 6:00–9:00 PM

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03/26/2026

We’re grateful to the IVC Career Services Center for hosting an incredible Career Education Expo on March 27th.

It was great connecting with over 1,500 students and community members, sharing apprenticeship opportunities and career pathways in the construction trades.

Building futures, one connection at a time.

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03/26/2026

We’re proud to be part of the I-CAN Event at Calipatria High School today from 4:00–6:00 PM at the Erikson Gymnasium. Join us as we connect with students, families, and the community to share apprenticeship opportunities, career pathways in the construction trades, and how we’re building a stronger local workforce.

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02/23/2026

Great morning at the “Abilities at Work” event in Calexico with Options For All! Proud to represent the Imperial County Building & Construction Trades Council and share apprenticeship opportunities and the benefits of union careers.
Shoutout to Los Amigos de la Comunidad, Inc. for leading Lithium Valley outreach and informing residents about the PEIR.
Building opportunity for our community. 🔧✨

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