Election Day Is November 4! Make a plan and vote.

Today is Election Day! Making your voice heard in every election, including local elections, is so important. Our elected leaders make critical decisions regarding labor law and can impact our ability to collectively bargain. It’s up to us to make our votes count and elect pro-labor candidates up and down the ballot.

Ohio members find your polling location and times here.

West Virginia members find your polling location and times here.

Kentucky members find your polling location and times here.

Maryland members find your polling location and times here.

Make a plan and VOTE!

New Signatory Contractors and Members Join BAC Local 23 in Northwest Ohio Chapter

Scott Ansell, Field Rep for the Northwest Chapter, has been hard at work to grow our union. In the last few weeks, Field Rep Ansell has worked to organize several new contractors and members to join BAC Local 23!

Firman Masonry, Premier Waterproofing, and Industrial Power Systems have all signed on to the statewide agreement, and now are part of BAC Local 23 along with all of their current craftworkers.

In addition to the new signatory contractors, Ansell has signed up 6 new individual members while working on Project Labor Agreement jobsites in Toledo.

“It’s always great to get a signed union card back because I know what that means for our new members – a voice on the job. We’re always working to grow our union because we know that our greatest strength is our power in numbers. It’s been a great couple weeks growing our union family!” said Ansell.

Thank you to Brother Ansell for his tireless work out in the field!

AFL-CIO Highlights BAC In Their Blog

AFL-CIO has been highlighting their union affiliates and this week, BAC was highlighted! Check out their blog post to learn a bit more about our union and its history.

Read the blog here: https://aflcio.org/2025/11/3/get-know-afl-cios-affiliates-bricklayers

Photo of the Week

BAC Local 23 member and Cincinnati AFL-CIO delegate Jeff King (left) and IUBAC General President Tim Driscoll at the Kentucky AFL-CIO Convention in Louisville, KY

Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions. Here is a link to their information. Our doors and phones are always open to you so please call us at 440-986-3000 or send an email to info@bac23.org.

President – Danny Musacchio
Secretary/Treasurer – Noah Carmichael
Vice Chairperson – Brian Collier
Vice Chairperson – Joshua Moss
Vice Chairperson – Brian Wear
Vice Chairperson – Shawn Herzog
Vice Chairperson –Justin Gartrell

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In Case You Missed It – Nominations for Local 23 Delegates to IU Convention

BAC Local 23 OH-WV-KY-MD

Notice of Nominations and Elections,
for Delegates to Attend the 2025 International Union Convention
That Will Convene in Detroit, Michigan
on September 29, 2025

BAC Local 23 OH-WV-KY-MD is entitled to send up to 31 delegates to the 2025 IU Convention. Among the purposes of the 2025 IU Convention is the election of all International Union Officers: President, Secretary‑Treasurer, and Executive Vice President, and the election by region of the IU Regional Vice Presidents to serve on the IU Executive Council.

The Nominations Meeting at which the members of the BAC Local 23 OH-WV-KY-MD will: determine the number of delegates, if any, that BAC Local 23 will send to the 2025 IU Convention; decide whether BAC Local 23 will elect alternates to serve in the event that a delegate or delegates cannot attend; and, consistent with those decisions and the IU Constitution, make nominations for BAC Local 23’s open delegate positions — will be held on:

Date: April 16, 2025                        Time: 10:00 a.m.

Place: Southern Ohio Regional Training Center 800 Kent Road Batavia, OH 45103

If an election is necessary, it will be conducted by mail ballot.

Ballots will be counted on May 15, 2025 at 10 a.m. at the Southern Ohio Regional Training Center, 800 Kent Road, Batavia, OH 45103.

NOTE: Nominations by BAC Local 23 members in good standing may be made (i) in person at the April 16 Nomination Meeting; or (ii) by mail; or (iii) by FAX.

The BAC Local 23 mailing address is:

8497 Leavitt Road

Amherst, OH 44001

The BAC Local 23 FAX number is (440) 986-3003

  • A mail or FAX nomination must be signed by the member making the nomination and must bear his/her name in printed form and his/her IU Member Number.
  • In addition, the nominee must also provide BAC Local 23 with his/her consent to run.
  • The nominee may mail or fax his/her written consent with the mail/FAX nomination or may mail or fax his/her consent separately.
  • Whichever choice is made, the written consent to a mail/FAX nomination must be received by BAC Local 23 no later than April 14, 2025.

Alternatively, the nominee may signify his/her consent in person at the Nominations Meeting.

Photos of the Week

Local 23 representing at the SkillsUSA WV State Conference masonry competition weekend!

Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions. Here is a link to their information. Our doors and phones are always open to you so please call us at 440-986-3000 or send an email to info@bac23.org.

President – Danny Musacchio
Secretary/Treasurer – Noah Carmichael
Vice Chairperson – Brian Collier
Vice Chairperson – Joshua Moss
Vice Chairperson – Brian Wear
Vice Chairperson – Shawn Herzog
Vice Chairperson –Justin Gartrell


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Building Upon The First Six Months – We’re Just Getting Started

We want to thank you for the vote of confidence in the BAC Local Officer elections that were finalized last week.

Here is a quick recap for you.

Elected to a three-year term beginning April 1, 2025:

President Danny Musacchio

Secretary/Treasurer Noah Carmichael

Vice-Chairs:

Brian Collier

Brian D. Wear

Joshua Moss

Shawn Herzog

Justin M. Gartrell

For the past six months, we have worked to deliver results for you to improve your union.

Our priorities have been to train the next generation of Union Stewards, increase BAC hours in West Virginia, and use our 70 years of combined experience to build and maintain market share and relationships with contractors.

In addition, we will begin cross-training with allied craftworkers (tile and concrete), and we have expanded our weekly communications to membership to showcase job opportunities across the four-state region. We also committed to addressing reciprocity to restore the practice throughout Local 23.

We restarted the membership organizing committee, standardized learning objectives for Field Reps and shifted clerical duties to office staff to increase time on the job sites for your Field Reps.

Like we said, we’re just getting started.

We cannot build this union, brick by brick, without you.

We thank you for your vote of confidence in us and we are going to build upon the work we started in the past six months and continue to strengthen this union for you.

Photo of the Week

Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions. Here is a link to their information. Our doors and phones are always open to you so please call us at 440-986-3000 or send an email to info@bac23.org.

President – Danny Musacchio
Secretary/Treasurer – Noah Carmichael
Vice Chairperson – Brian Collier
Vice Chairperson – Joshua Moss
Vice Chairperson – Brian Wear
Vice Chairperson – Shawn Herzog
Vice Chairperson –Justin Gartrell

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Danny Musacchio Elected President, Noah Carmichael Secretary/Treasurer in BAC Local 23 in Officer Elections

Danny Musacchio was elected President and Noah Carmichael was elected Secretary/Treasurer of the BAC Local 23 union by members today.

Brother Musacchio received 743 votes while Eric Puente received 716 votes.

Brother Carmichael took in 740 votes to challenger Gary Browning’s 711 votes.

“I want to thank the members of BAC Local 23 for their support. I am committed to making this the best union for all members, to fight for better wages and benefits, to have clear and consistent communications, and to putting our members’ needs first,” Brother Musacchio said.

“It is an honor to be elected as your Secretary/Treasurer. My pledge is to work with President Musacchio, and our leadership team, to ensure we serve each member in all four states,” Brother Carmichael said.

Members also voted on Vice-Chair positions, with the five top vote getters winning election.

They are:

Brian Collier 746 votes

Brian D. Wear 741 votes

Joshua Moss 727 votes

Shawn Herzog 723 votes

Justin M. Gartrell, 717 vote

Jason Baker 708 votes

Brian Greynolds 707 votes

Michael J. Finley 705 votes

Spud Williams 704 votes

Dennis F. Rahe 699 votes

In the election for the North Shore Ohio Chapter Chairperson, David Greer was elected Chairperson with 320 votes while Neal Helmick received 84 votes.

A three-member Election committee composed of Donald Mays, Mike Collins and Russell Cerisano, appointed in accordance with the Model Constitution, oversaw the election.

Ballots were mailed out on Feb. 3 and had to be returned by March 14.

The ballots were opened and counted today (March 14) at the BAC Local 23 headquarters in Amherst, Ohio.

The elected officers will serve a three-year term beginning April 1.

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Dues Must Be Paid Through February, 2025 For Vote in Local 23 Officer Elections to Count

For your vote to count in the BAC Local 23 Officer Elections, your dues must be paid through February, 2025.

“Members in good standing whose dues are paid through February, 2025 are eligible to vote. Any delinquent dues must be paid prior to 9 a.m. on March 14, 2025 for the member to be eligible to vote.”

If you are not sure or you want to check on whether your dues are paid through February, 2025, please call 440.986.3000 or, in West Virginia, 304.363.9250.

You can pay your dues online here.

The ballots will be opened and the votes will be counted on Friday morning, March 14.

Members will sent an email and a text message announcing the results of the election.

Photos of the Week

Apprentices Ethan Carver, Ethan Sparks, Dave Brooks and Hannah Miller participated and provided feedback for Vitruvian’s 3-D foundation training curriculum.

Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions. Here is a link to their information. Our doors and phones are always open to you so please call us at 440-986-3000 or send an email to info@bac23.org.

President – Danny Musacchio
Secretary/Treasurer – Noah Carmichael
Vice Chairperson – Brian Collier
Vice Chairperson – Joshua Moss
Vice Chairperson – Brian Wear
Vice Chairperson – Shawn Herzog
Vice Chairperson –Justin Gartrell

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Last Chance to Vote – Ballots Must Be Returned in Time for March 14 Count

This is your union and your voice and there is still time to vote in the election for BAC Local 23 offices.

The ballots must be delivered to the U.S. Post Office before the mail is picked up and opened on Friday morning, March 14, and the votes are counted.

Do you have a ballot? Please fill it out and mail it in.

If for some reason you have not received a ballot, or you need a duplicate ballot, then call 412.548.2140, the 24-hour message line, and the Election Administrator will mail you a ballot.

You still have time, but time is running out. Make sure your voice is heard and your vote counts.

Report from West Virginia
State Building Trades Legislative Conference

The West Virginia State Building Trades Legislative Conference (WVSBTLC) was held in Charleston on Thursday, Feb. 27, and we wanted to give you an overview of what is going on in the Mountaineer State.

The political climate is one-sided. In the West Virginia House, there are 91 Republicans and 9 Democrats. In the West Virginia Senate, there are 32 Republicans and 2 Democrats.

During the conference, George Capel, Government Relations Director for the WVSBTLC pointed out the majority of support for the trades now comes from the West Virginia Republican Labor Caucus.

 In the past four years, the trades have helped to elect labor-friendly Republicans.

 Still, there are some lawmakers in West Virginia pushing an anti-labor agenda.

Our ultimate goal is to reinstate prevailing wage laws, but we need more labor-friendly lawmakers.

Capel said the three key issues are prioritizing local labor on construction projects, giving cities and counties more flexibility with the public bidding process, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are well-protected.

At the core, is the idea of “Local Jobs for Local Workers.”

At the conference, WV House Rep. Evan Worrell, thanked the trades for their support, and talked about sponsoring the STAND Bill, which would provide state assistance to earn an associate’s degree for workers who have completed an apprenticeship program.

Andy Walters, with the AFL-CIO, discussed national issues, including policies affecting federal employees, teachers and other workers.

Ross Maradian, from NABTU, talked about the $900 million hydrogen hub project in West Virginia that has received $30 million to get moving, but has been paused.

We face challenges in West Virginia, but we will remain vigilant and engaged, and we appreciated your attention to these issues that affect our paychecks and livelihoods.

We will not stop fighting and standing up for our members.

Stay tuned here for more information on the challenges and opportunities facing bricklayers and the trades in our four states.

Photos of the Week

Local 23 participates at the Internship & Apprenticeship Fair at the Columbus Main Library.

Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions. Here is a link to their information. Our doors and phones are always open to you so please call us at 440-986-3000 or send an email to info@bac23.org.

President – Danny Musacchio
Secretary/Treasurer – Noah Carmichael
Vice Chairperson – Brian Collier
Vice Chairperson – Joshua Moss
Vice Chairperson – Brian Wear
Vice Chairperson – Shawn Herzog
Vice Chairperson –Justin Gartrell


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Ballots to be Counted on March 14 – Still Time to Vote

There is still time to vote in the election for BAC Local 23 officers.

If you have voted, your returned ballots are being mailed to a secure post office box, and will be counted on March 14.

If you have not received a ballot, or for some reason you need a duplicate ballot, then call the 24-hour message line of the Election Administrator at 412.548.2140.

When you call, you will be asked for your name, address, and your IU number.

A ballot will be mailed to you. You will need to fill it out and mail it back as soon as you can to ensure your vote is counted.

Ballots must arrive by March 14 to be counted.

This is the first election for officers since the merger so your vote is important.

Vote.

Berglund  Construction Company Seeks Superintendents, Foremen and Field Restoration Workers

The Berglund Construction Company is looking for superintendents, foremen and field restoration workers for jobs from their Columbus, Ohio office.

Most of the work for Berglund will be in the Columbus area with some additional jobs in other parts of Ohio.

If you are a journeyman Bricklayer, and would like more information about the positions available at Berglund, please contact Justin Meek at 419.310.8592 in the Ohio office.

If you are interested in learning more about Berglund Construction Company, here is a link to their website: https://www.berglundco.com/.

Photo of the Week

North Shore Field Rep Nicole Ohmer representing BAC Local 23 at CEA Safety Day 2025 in Westlake.

Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions. Here is a link to their information. Our doors and phones are always open to you so please call us at 440-986-3000 or send an email to info@bac23.org.

President – Danny Musacchio
Secretary/Treasurer – Noah Carmichael
Vice Chairperson – Brian Collier
Vice Chairperson – Joshua Moss
Vice Chairperson – Brian Wear
Vice Chairperson – Shawn Herzog
Vice Chairperson –Justin Gartrell


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Less Than One Month to Election for BAC Local 23 Officers Have You Voted?

Ballots for the first BAC Local 23 election for officers since the merger will be counted on Friday, March 14.

Ballots were mailed to each member on Feb. 3 so you should have received yours by now.

Did you get the ballot? Have you voted? If yes, then that’s great.

If you have not received a ballot, or for some reason you require a duplicate ballot, then call the 24-hour message line of the Election Administrator at 412.548.2140.

When you call, you will be asked for your name, address, and your IU number.

There is still time for a ballot to be mailed to you, and for you to vote and return your ballot.

This is your union. You should have a say in who leads your union.

Make your voice heard. Vote.

Your Chance to Take Part in Our Adhered Masonry Veneer Certificate Program

Some exciting news for members who want hands-on training.

You can take part in our Adhered Masonry Certificate (AMV) Program that is designed to give craftworkers knowledge and experience in adhered veneer installation.

Taking part in the program will increase your opportunity to work with a recognized credential included in project specifications.

You can also establish your expertise as an installer of AMV by learning principles and techniques from renowned practitioners.

The certificate program is on March 3 and 4 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at the Northern Ohio Regional Training Center, 8499 Leavitt Road, Amherst, Ohio.

This training is open to all BAC craftworkers.

You can register by sending an email to Tammy Tansey at ttansey@oh-kyrtc.net or calling 440.714.5632.

Photos of the Week

Some shots from the Washington County Career Center Recruiting Day!

Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions. Here is a link to their information. Our doors and phones are always open to you so please call us at 440-986-3000 or send an email to info@bac23.org.

President – Danny Musacchio
Secretary/Treasurer – Noah Carmichael
Vice Chairperson – Brian Collier
Vice Chairperson – Joshua Moss
Vice Chairperson – Brian Wear
Vice Chairperson – Shawn Herzog
Vice Chairperson –Justin Gartrell


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Have You Voted Yet? First Election for BAC Local 23 Officers Since Merger Ballots Counted March 14

Have you voted yet?

The first election since the merger is underway for BAC Local 23 officers.

Ballots were mailed one week ago on Feb. 3, so please check your mailboxes, make your selections and send your ballot back.

This is your chance for your voice to be heard.

The ballots will be counted on Friday, March 14. If for some reason, you have not received a ballot, you can still ask for one.

Any member who did not receive a ballot or who requires a duplicate ballot should call the 24-hour message line of the Election Administrator at 412-548-2140.

Be prepared to provide your name, address, IU number, and reason for the request. Any requests received by the Union will be sent to the Election Administrator.

The Election Administrator will send ballots to those members who request them and will keep a record of all requests.

Quarterly Breakfasts for Dayton Retirees

A group of BAC Local 23 retirees are getting together quarterly for breakfast, and they would love to see more and more retirees every three months.

This is a great way to see old friends, swap old stories and keep up with what your union is doing for you and how we can make things even better.

The next retirees breakfast in Dayton will be on April 2, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. at the Bricklayers Local, 3366 Successful Way, Dayton, OH, 45414.

If you have questions, please contact Shawn Herzog at 330.323.2026 or Roger Trotter at 937.524.8244.

Opportunity for Bricklayers to Cross-Train

The Grunwell-Cashero Co. in Cleveland, OH is looking for bricklayers who want the opportunity to cross-train from new construction into restoration work.

If you are interested in learning more about Grunwell-Cashero, here is a link to their website: https://gcbuildingrestoration.com/

And if you are looking for a chance to cross-train, then please call the Grunwell-Cashero number in Cleveland, 216.432.1488, and ask for Steve Gasper.

Photos of the Week

Congrats to Jordan Charles (left) and Luke Bradford for graduating from Foundations of the Trades pre-apprenticeship.

Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions. Here is a link to their information. Our doors and phones are always open to you so please call us at 440-986-3000 or send an email to info@bac23.org.

President – Danny Musacchio
Secretary/Treasurer – Noah Carmichael
Vice Chairperson – Brian Collier
Vice Chairperson – Joshua Moss
Vice Chairperson – Brian Wear
Vice Chairperson – Shawn Herzog
Vice Chairperson –Justin Gartrell

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BAC Local 23 Bricklayers And Vitruvian Create Model Training Program in Digital Masonry to Bring Jobs and More Affordable Housing to Appalachia

Exciting news this week in Athens, OH and across Appalachia.

BAC Local 23 has entered into a Memo of Understanding with Vitruvian, a 3-D construction firm located in Athens, Ohio, to create a model training program in digital masonry.

“We are going to work with our partners at the International Masonry Institute (IMI) and Vitruvian to develop a 3-D printing curriculum and programming that will be provided to BAC Apprenticeship and Pre-Apprenticeship students,” said Danny Musacchio, BAC Local 23 President. “A key component of this effort involves Vitruvian’s collaboration with our union to ensure our members in the region can lead the way in attaining skills and training necessary for a career in digital masonry.”

“The BAC craftworkers are uniquely suited to take on the technical and design challenges presented by digital masonry,” said Tom Elliot, IMI Director of Industry and Development Services. “Developing and adding this new curriculum to what we already have in place will prepare the next generation of BAC to address our nation’s evolving construction needs.”

“We’re not just building homes; we’re building careers, industries and opportunities for communities to thrive,” said Chris Sentz, Vitruvian Founder. “The future of construction is happening right now in Southeast Ohio. What we build here – both in housing and workforce development – can serve as a model for the country.”

Photos from the MOU signing at Vitruvian’s facility:

Ballots for Elected Offices Mailed on February 3
Ballots Will Be Counted on March 14

The ballots for BAC Local 23 elected offices were mailed on February 3.

Members will have the opportunity to vote for individual candidates or for a slate of candidates as a whole.

Members in the North Shore Ohio Chapter will receive a separate ballot packet to vote on their Chapter Chair. The two candidates are Neal Helmick and David Greer.

Returned ballots will be counted on March 14.

If you make a mistake on your ballot, lose your ballot, or need any materials which accompanied your ballot, you may request a replacement by call MK Elections at 412.548.2140.

Photo of the Week

BAC Local 23 Steward Neal Helmick (left), and John Nero, working on the Fairport Harbor Local School district construction project for Foti Contracting.

Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions. Here is a link to their information. Our doors and phones are always open to you so please call us at 440-986-3000 or send an email to info@bac23.org.

President – Danny Musacchio
Secretary/Treasurer – Noah Carmichael
Vice Chairperson – Brian Collier
Vice Chairperson – Joshua Moss
Vice Chairperson – Brian Wear
Vice Chairperson – Shawn Herzog
Vice Chairperson –Justin Gartrell


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