Announcements

IBEW Data Center Principles Document

Given that data centers are a trending topic, we wanted to share a document detailing the IBEW’s principles about data centers. View the PDF version of the document at the link below: https://www.ibew48.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/IBEW-Data-Center-Principles-2.pdf

IBEW Summer Picnic on Sunday, July 12!

The 2026 IBEW 48 Summer Picnic is just 12 days away! We look forward to seeing everyone for a day of fun in the sun on Sunday, July 12th! See below for a few (mostly new) things to note for this year’s event. SPOUSES/PARTNERS AND FAMILY MEMBERS Given the number of Local 48 members that […]

Office Closure on Friday, July 3

The Local 48 Business Office and Dispatch will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. We will resume normal business operations on Monday, July 6. We hope that everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

Inside Negotiations Survey Deadline Tomorrow, June 30

A reminder that tomorrow (June 30) is the last day to complete the Inside and Material Handler Unit 2026 Negotiations Priority Survey! Please complete the survey to provide your input if you haven’t already done so. In addition, we have extended the Residential Unit survey deadline to Friday, July 17, and the Sound & Comm […]

General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, June 24

Join us at the June General Membership Meeting tomorrow night. It will take place at 6pm at the Local 48 meeting hall, with simulcasts at the Aloha Grange and the Longview Hall. Doors open at 5pm. We’ll be serving Cheryl’s build-a-bowls in Portland, pizza in Aloha, and grilled burgers and hot dogs in Longview.

Sound and Comm Follow-up Survey for 2026 Negotiations

Members of the Sound and Comm Unit, a follow-up survey to narrow down priorities for the 2026 negotiations is now available. Please complete the survey at the link below. It will be open until the end of July. https://www.surveyking.com/survey/bslsy

Smokey Bear Coins Available at the Hall

Our 2026 Smokey Bear coins are now available for Local 48 members and travelers working in our jurisdiction to purchase at the Hall!

Salting Class on June 25 Canceled

The Local 48 salting (organizing) class for next Thursday, June 25, has been canceled. Please continue to register, as salting classes are otherwise held at the Hall every Thursday at 10am. Salting Sign-up Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnl5UOkO4ZhsQSzCogIBFk8onDqxb4G3O6EWnygea0J92Phw/viewform

Inside & Residential Negotiations Surveys Close On June 30

The follow-up Inside Unit and Residential Unit surveys to provide additional input on priorities for 2026 negotiations will be closing at the end of June. If you have not already completed the survey for your unit, please do so by June 30! Inside and Material Handler Unit Survey:https://www.surveyking.com/survey/ky9eg Residential Unit Survey:https://www.surveyking.com/survey/inpkm

June Retiree Group Meeting: One Week Earlier Than Usual

The June Local 48 Retiree Group meeting is taking place one week earlier than the usual monthly meeting timing, due to meeting space availability. It will be in the meeting hall at 2pm this Thursday, June 18. We look forward to seeing you there!

Veterans Coins and Pins Available at the Hall

We now have veterans coins and pins available for Local 48 members and travelers working in our jurisdiction to purchase at the Hall! The coins are $15 each and come in green and brown, with a purchase limit of two of each color. The pins are $5 each and come in copper and silver, with […]

IBEW 48 Golf Tournament Registration Now Open

Registration is now open for the 2026 Local 48 Golf Tournament and Sick Fund Benefit! The tournament is on Sunday, September 27th, at Heron Lakes Golf Course. This annual event is open to all IBEW Local 48 members and family, pensioners, contractors, vendors and sponsors. All proceeds will go to benefit the IBEW Local 48 […]

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