Sherrod Brown: He’s Our Guy
When no one else would help us, Sherrod Brown fought to save BAC pensions.
That’s why BAC Local 23 is standing with Sherrod Brown.
When the Great Recession crippled union pension funds—including our own Columbus and Akron pensions—most politicians offered workers nothing but a few empty words of sympathy. But Sherrod Brown stepped up.
He introduced the Butch Lewis Pension Relief Act to save our pensions, and he didn’t quit fighting for years until he got the law passed. Now, thanks to Sherrod, Local 23 members in Akron and Columbus know they’ll get everything they earned in retirement.
And that’s why BAC Local 23 is fighting to send Sherrod Brown back to the Senate.
Click below to see the video from Paul Moore, a retired bricklayer whose pension was saved by the Butch Lewis Act.
Remembering Joseph DeFuria, 78 Year Member
On September 8, 2026, Local 23 Northeast, Youngstown (formerly Local 8), lost a great member, Joseph DeFuria, at the age of 100.
A World War II veteran, Joseph was a 78-year member of our union and had a 43-year career in the trade. On October 24, 2022, we had the honor of presenting him with his 75-year membership award, attended by his son, Dennis DeFuria, along with then Regional Field Representative Jeremy Rivas and President Lee Kurtz.
Joseph receiving his 75-Year Award
Job Opportunities
Now Hiring: Valentine Contractors Seeking Bricklayers
Valentine Contractors is looking to add bricklayers to their team. Family owned and operated since 1970, Valentine offers year-round work, with Saturdays worked every week. Most of their jobs are located in the greater Cleveland area and surrounding communities. Members interested in employment should contact Jim Valentine at 330-685-5031 or Mike Bichsel at 330-257-1793.
Photo Of The Week
James Delong (L) celebrating 25 years of service with his son Keith Delong and wife Rondelle. Keith is a first-year apprentice. This picture was taken at Corcoran’s 50-Year Anniversary Pig Roast.
Our doors and phones are always open!
Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions.
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
You can also reach out to the main office:
Local 23 Members: You are not alone.
The Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers’ Member Assistance Program (MAP) provides confidential telephone crisis intervention, referral and information services to BAC members.
Click here for state-by-state mental health, substance abuse, and social service resources.
For help now, call 1-883-MAP-TALK or email map@bacweb.org.
About MAP
MAP provides members with a place to turn for help in coping with personal problems that interfere with job performance or home life. MAP services are offered at no cost to active and retired union members and their families. Members’ privacy is fully protected.
