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Welcome to the Electrical Contractors´ Association

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) is a construction trade association that provides business and labor relations services to nearly 600 electrical contractors in Cook County, Illinois.  ECA is also known as the Chicago and Cook County Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA).  The Association works with its industry partner, Local Union #134 IBEW, to negotiate and administer labor agreements, coordinate apprentice and journeyman level training, as well as promote the industry on behalf of these employers.  Since 1903, ECA has provided educational opportunities and business services to not only to assist the electrical contractor by improving the business climate and bringing increased profitability, but to enrich future generations. ECA and IBEW Local 134 work hand in hand to provide a highly skilled, efficient and safe workforce for the City of Chicago and Cook County, Illinois. 

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Electric Association Awards Dinner - Nov. 5, 2026
11/06/2026

Electric Association Awards Dinner - Nov. 5, 2026

The event was held at The Carlisle Banquets in Lombard, IL.

Electric Association Awards Dinner Thursday, November 5, 2026 The Carlisle Banquets Lombard, IL 60148 The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) wishes to congratulate Eric Nixon, Maron Electric Company for being the Gold Medal Award Winner for 2026! The ECA also wishes to congratulate Srgian Paitich, Kelso-Burnett Co. for being inducted into the EA Hall of Fame.

NECA 2026 Labor Relations Conference  - Nov. 2 - 4, 2026
11/03/2026

NECA 2026 Labor Relations Conference - Nov. 2 - 4, 2026

The event was held at the Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale, AZ.

The NECA 2026 Labor Relations Conference was held at the Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale, AZ from November 2 – 4, 2026.

“Understanding NFPA 70B Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance" seminar - 10/23/26
10/23/2026

“Understanding NFPA 70B Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance" seminar - 10/23/26

The event was held at the IBEW NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) in Alsip, IL.

The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) and the Northeastern IL Chapter, NECA Safety Committees, were proud to have sponsored a Joint Safety Forum called, "Understanding NFPA 70B Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance." The session was held on Friday, October 23, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) in Alsip, IL. Local #134 IBEW Business Agent, George Mostardini was the facilitator.

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    Platform Conference Center - 320 South Canal Street - Chicago, IL

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November 10, 2026
4:00PM - 8:00PM CST

Special Retirement Reception for Mark Thomas

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Pella Signature 720 Village Center Dr., Burr Ridge, IL 60527

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Pella Signature 720 Village Center Dr. Burr Ridge, IL 60527 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Open House format)

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November 11, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - November 11, 2026 (LUNCHEON)

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 -

Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road - Oak Brook, IL

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, November 11, 2026 (LUNCHEON). Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road - Oak Brook, IL Oak II Room

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