L.U. 654 (i), CHESTER, PA — In November 2020, our local was successful in passing the first-ever responsible contractor ordinance in Chester County.
County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz and Josh Maxwell saw the benefits for the county procurement office in adopting the RCO. The ordinance requires the contractor to adhere to certain requirements before being awarded contracts on county construction projects. These requirements include proof of a registered apprenticeship program, OSHA 10-hour worker training, and not being found guilty of violating any environmental, federal or state laws. Additionally, the contractor must have not defaulted on any projects in the last three years.
The adoption of the RCOs will help level the playing field for IBEW contractors bidding on publicly funded projects in the county. Local 654 President Bill Adams, local leadership and retired member John Hellman were responsible for passing stronger RCOs in other parts of Chester County following the initial passage. As of this writing, five other RCOs have been passed. Local 654 would like to thank everyone involved for their hard work and efforts.
Christopher Schieler, P.S.
