IBEW Local 488 Features

When it comes to Electrical Work, cutting corners can cost you!

Are you an electrical worker looking for a fair labor rate, health & welfare benefits, a pension plan to protect your future, safe working conditions, specialized training and representation in employment disputes? Consider this: Electrical Contractors often belong to associations that were formed by employers to promote and benefit their interests such as: Associated Builders and... more ...

Industry and IBEW News

Developer Eyes Townhouse Project on Sheltons Bridgeport Ave

https://www.ctinsider.com/news/article/development-townhouses-shelton-ct-21147288.php

Shelton-based ALKA Inc. seeks to amend an approved Planned Development District at 493 Bridgeport Avenue to build five one-bedroom townhouses. The site, near Walmart and Crown Point Center, was originally approved in 2016 for a gas station and convenience store but failed to generate retail interest. Each townhouse would include a garage with two parking spaces.

$88M Construction Loan for Greenwich Multifamily

https://commercialobserver.com/2026/01/santander-bank-88m-construction-loan-connecticut-multifamily/

Santander Bank provided $88 million in construction financing for Benedict Court, a 120-unit multifamily property in Greenwich. The consortium led by Lonicera Partners, Nimbus Properties, and Benedict Capital will build the development at 7-23 Benedict Place with 72 market-rate and 48 affordable units, plus 170 underground parking spaces. Completion scheduled for August 2028.

Deadline Draws Near For Ex-School Redev RFP

https://www.newhavenindependent.org/2026/01/06/deadline-draws-near-for-ex-school-redev-rfps/

Local organizations face a January 20 deadline to submit redevelopment proposals for two former New Haven school buildings vacant since 2021. The former West Rock STREAM Academy and Quinnipiac Real World STEM School closed during COVID-19 due to outdated HVAC systems. Nonprofits including Hope for New Haven and All Nations Christian Academy are preparing bids to repurpose the properties for daycare, educational, and community uses.

Pres Cooper : Solidarity and Safety (EW)

https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/solidarity-and-safety/?ref=ew

IBEW President Kenneth Cooper and IST Paul Noble address workplace safety and violence prevention following the tragic murder of welder Amber Czech. The article emphasizes creating harassment-free workplaces, confronting mental health challenges in construction, and building a culture of safety and respect that welcomes all workers.

Local Never Forgets Where It Comes From

https://www.phillyvoice.com/ibew-local-98-never-forgets-where-it-comes-from-0599927/

IBEW Local 98 members provided Thanksgiving meals to hundreds of Philadelphia families, participated in Marine Corps Toys for Tots program, and honored fallen veterans through Wreaths Across America.