Dayton Training Center Reopened: First Pre-Apprenticeship Class Taking Place!
Local 23 is hard at work in Dayton training the next generation of bricklayers! After being closed, the Dayton Training Center is now OPEN for new Local 23 talent!
Over the course of this current six week course, pre-apprentices will learn the basics of the trade like spreading mortar, reading a tape measure, marking blocks for cuts and laying brick and block. Most importantly, they will learn about the value of the union and why a union job can advance their career and provide stability and safety on the job.
“In the newly settled Dayton Brick agreement, we negotiated contract language that guaranteed our apprentices full hourly apprentice rate and benefits while they attend related training. Because of this new provision we are anticipating a flood of new bricklayers into the Dayton market to take advantage of this great opportunity and, with the training center back up and running again, we’ll be ready to answer the call!” said Local 23 President Danny Musacchio.
Local 23: Welcoming New Field Representatives
As our union continues to grow, we are bringing in hard workers to get the job done for our members! We are excited to announce that we have hired three new field reps to serve members on the job site and much more. The new reps are: Sean Day in Toledo, Jeramiah Holland in Mansfield/Fremont and Robert Rippeon in Northern West Virginia. When you see Sean, Jeramiah or Robert on the job be sure to say hi!
We’re so excited to welcome these 3 new hires to the team and wish them the best.
New Dedicated Claims Specialist For Members Who Are Participants Of The Ohio Bricklayers Health And Welfare Fund
Local 23 now has an in-office dedicated claims specialist for Local 23 members who are participants of the Ohio Bricklayers Health and Welfare Fund!
Molly Vosniak, a Benefit Specialist with BeneSys, Inc., now has office space at Local 23 headquarters in Amherst and will be able to directly work and communicate with members about their benefits and healthcare under the Health and Welfare Fund.
“We heard you loud and clear. We know that there have been shortcomings with BeneSys, and by bringing Molly into the office those issues will be a thing of the past. We understand that the Health and Welfare Fund is a critical benefit for so many of our members, and that’s why we’ve brought in Molly who is available as a direct source for information and support. Members: if you have any questions or concerns about the Fund, please do not hesitate to reach out directly to Molly. She’s here to help,” said Local 23 President Danny Musacchio.
Molly can be reached directly at 248-813-9800, extension 2804. Or call toll-free 833-289-4921.
Cedar Point And Kings Island 2026
Get ready for a fun day on Sunday, September 6 with family, friends and fellow members at Cedar Point and King’s Island!
As a BAC Local 23 member, you are eligible to redeem up to 4 all-inclusive tickets that include Park & Water Park Admission, parking, a catered meal and a drink wristband at either King’s Island or Cedar Point.
Last year, we had a great turnout so hey let’s get together again and have even more fun this year.
The deadline to request tickets is August 23, 2026. Use your IU# as your gift code to redeem your tickets. *Omit beginning “0”s in IU#*
Here are the details for each park:
King’s Island:
www.visitkingsisland.com/save
Username: BAC23
Password: ORION?
The picnic meal will be served from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m on Sunday, Sept. 6.
Cedar Point
www.cedarpoint.com/save
Username: cpbricklayers
Password: bricklayers
The picnic meal will be served from 1:30 p.m to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 6.
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Pre-Apprentices learning the trade at the Dayton training center!
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. There are resources available.
The Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers’ Member Assistance Program (MAP) provides confidential telephone crisis intervention, referral and information services to BAC members in the U.S. and Canada.
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.
