Promoting American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010
[5/19/2010] - HR4213  Last evening we received word that the pension relief language in the House version of the tax extenders bill Promoting American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010 (HR 4213) has been finalized and will go to the floor for a vote tomorrow -THURSDAY, May 20.  We have worked for many months to get the most favorable language possible for our plans, now the time has come to call, fax and e-mail your members of Congress and tell them to PASS THIS BILL. Attached are talking points and a draft of a brief letter you can use to get the message across. Make your calls today! Pass this message along to your colleagues, members, and others who have a stake in securing the jobs and retirement security of the millions of Americans covered by multiemployer defined benefit pension plans. Encourage them to call as well. Call these members of Congress before Thursday's Vote and urge them to support the Promoting American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010 (HR 4213). link

MCA/SCA Email Distribution Update
[5/13/2010] - The Association Office routinely sends information regarding news, updates, events, and education. We are currently reviewing and updating our email distribution lists and would appreciate your assistance. Please fill out the attached document with all of the recipients of your company who should receive updates from the Association Office and which particular updates they should receive. Please feel free to make copies of this form should more space be needed. link

MCAEPA Welcomes New Member Contractor US Piping, Inc
[5/13/2010] - At the May Board of Directors Meeting, the MCAEPA accepted the application for membership from US Piping, Inc. The MCAEPA extends a warm welcome to President Pat Gallagher and his staff. more

Local 420 Issues Contract Interpretation for SCA Regarding 4 Day Work Week
[4/21/2010] - Please read the attached letter from Business Agent Frank Bellosi regarding Local 420's Interpretation Regarding a 4 Day Work Week for Local 420 Service Members link

April 29, 2010 MCA/SCA Combined Membership Meeting - Allied Member Tabletop
[4/19/2010] - Make plans to attend our next MCA/SCA Combined Membership Meeting. During the cocktail hour our Allied Members will have the opportunity to showcase their offerings in our Annual Allied Member Table Top Program. Featured Allied Members include Rumsey Electric, NIBCO, Anvil International, Deacon Industrial, James Martin Co, Associated Steam Specialty, Trico Lift, Zurn Industries and Creative Financial Group . MCAA General Counsel John McNerney will provide a legal and legislative update and MCAA National President Bob Armistead will be our featured speaker. The event will be held at Whitemarsh Valley Country Club. link

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
[4/8/2010] - The MCA of Eastern PA welcomes the following new members: Dominic Garofolo Mechanical - Dominic Garofolo - Owner. Creative Financial Group - David Gibbs.  Welcome Aboard!! more

MCA of Eastern PA Welcomes New Member Contractor - PROJECT CONTROL SERVICES, INC.
[2/3/2010] - Project Control Services, Inc. 100 Mantua Blvd., Mantua, NJ 08051. Contact Michael McGrath. Phone 856-415-7771, Fax 856-415-7772. Welcome to the MCA! more

MCA/SCA WELCOME NEW STAFF MEMBER GEOFFREY EOBSTEL
[2/2/2010] - Please meet our newest member of our Member Services Staff; Geoff Eobstel. "I am originally from North Carolina but have lived in Burlington, NJ for 10 years. I am a proud Penn State Alumni. I graduated from the Smeal College of Business with a Bachelors of Science degree in Economics. After graduation, I took a position with Lockheed Martin working in finance and contracts for 2 and a half years. My interests include anything and everything outside. I look forward to working with Tim, Megan, and all of the MCA/SCA members." more

MCA/SCA FIRST ANNUAL SAFETY AWARDS WINNERS
[2/1/2010] - At the January 28, 2010 Combined Membership Meeting, the following companies received the 2010 MCA/SCA Safety Awards: Category I: 0-50,000 Manhours - First Place is West Chester Mechanical; Category II: 50,001-125,000 Manhours - First Place is  E. B. O'Reilly; Category III: 125,001-250,000 Manhours - First Place Limbach, Co.; Category IV: 250,001-500,000 Manhours - First Place  H. T. Lyons; Category V: 500,001-750,000 Manhours - First Place  Madison Industrial Services; Category VI: 750,001 and up Manhours  - First Place Nooter Construction Co.. Congratulations to all! more

MCA Elects New Board of Directors Members
[2/1/2010] - At the January 28, 2010 Combined Membership Meeting the following people were elected to a three year term of the MCA of Eastern PA Board of Directors: Charles Kwiatkowski, John Rihl, Harry Santangelo and William R. Sautter. The following people were elected to a two year term on the Arbitration and Negotiation Committee: Peter Cimino and James Gaffney. The MCA would like to thank each of these gentlemen for their dedication to our industry. more

SCA Elects New Officers and Directors
[2/1/2010] - At the January 28, 2010 Combined Membership Meeting the following people were elected to a one year term by the SCA Membership: President - Robert Baranowski, Vice President - Thomas Graziano, Secretary - John Files, Treasurer - Robert Veight.  The following people were elected to a one year term on the Board of Directors: Add Anderson, Robert Rebstock, Thomas Dempsey, James Dougherty Sr., Joseph Merkel, Joseph O'Hare, Edward Quinn, Ron Shofran, Scott Spiegel, John Torok and Steve Williams. The following people were elected to a one year term as an Alternate Board Member: Kenneth Kroberger, Richard Perosa, Carmen Salemno and Gene Zak.  The SCA would like to thank these gentlemen for their dedication to our industry. more

MCA / SCA Announces 2010 Safety Award! - SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JANUARY 20!
[1/15/2010] - At the Combined Membership/Election Meeting to be held on January 28, 2010 the MCA/SCA Safety Directors Committee will be presenting the First Annual Safety Awards. The awards will be based on all craft hours for 2009. Member Contractors need to have their applications submitted by January 20, 2009. link

MCA/SCA WELCOME NEW STAFF MEMBER MEGAN MIRZOEFF
[1/15/2010] - Please meet our new Programs and Member Services person; Megan Mirzoeff.  Meg is very excited to be working "with such a great group of people and such a prestigious organizations as the MCA and SCA".  Megan most recently held a position as the Director of Events for the Home Builders Association of Chester and Delaware Counties.  Other employers include Autism Speaks, Inc. and Cabrini College located in King of Prussia PA.  Megan began her new position with the MCA on December 29, 2009. Megan is a lifetime resident of Springfield, Delaware County.  She is active in her community with groups such as the Junior Woman's Club.  Megan received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science/History from Cabrini College in 2005. "I really look forward to working with and meeting all of the MCA/SCA members!  Thank you to all those who have welcomed me with open arms so far". more

Proposed MCAEPA Bylaws Amendment
[1/7/2010] - The attached Bylaws amendment will be voted on at the Annual membership Meeting which will be held on January 28, 2010. The MCA Board of Directors recommends adoption of this amendment. link

MCAEPA Nominating Committee Recommendations
[1/7/2010] - The attached list is the recommendations of the Nominating Committee and the Board of Directors of the MCAEPA for open Board Seats and for open Negotiating Committee Seats. An election for these positions will be held at the Annual Membership Meeting to be held on January 28, 2010. link link

SCA Nominating Committee Recommendations
[1/7/2010] - The Attached list is the recommendations of the SCA Nominating Committee and Board of Directors for SCA Officers, Directors and Committee Members for 2010. An election for these positions will be held at the Annual Membership Meeting to be held on January 28, 2010. link

2010 PAC FUND CAMPAIGN
[1/5/2010] - Your MCA/SCA PAC Fund is starting the 2010 contribution campaign. Your 2009 donations resulted in $7000 of strategically placed political contributions that have put our PAC Fund on the map with our legislators. Help us continue to work on your behalf by making a donation.Please follow this link to read a letter from PAC Fund Chairman, James Gaffney outlining our goals for 2010. link

2010 PAC FUND PLEDGE CARD
[1/5/2010] - Please download this pledge card to make your 2010 donation to your PAC Fund. All donations, per PA State Law, must be in personal, not corporate, dollars. Credit cards are accepted. link

MCA/SCA Annual Membership Meeting/Elections & Awards January 28, 2010
[1/4/2010] - Make plans to join the MCA & SCA for the Annual Membership Meeting along with Elections of Board of Directors, Officers and the First Annual MCA/SCA Safety Awards. Prior to the Meeting will be a Local 420 Pension Update Meeting link

MCA/SCA/Local 420 Pension Information Meeting January 28, 2010. 3:30 pm
[1/4/2010] - Join Pension Actuary Joe Hicks and Administrator Jerry Diviny to receive updated information regarding the Pension Protection Act and the effects it will have on your business. Every contractor is urged to attend. link