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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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“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.

ECA October 21, 2026 Membership Meeting Highlights
10/22/2026

ECA October 21, 2026 Membership Meeting Highlights

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

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) held its October Membership meeting on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) in Alsip, IL. Over 80 attendees were able to network at this luncheon event.

We regret to inform you of the passing of William "Bill" Witz, former President of Continental Electrical Construction Company.
10/21/2026

We regret to inform you of the passing of William "Bill" Witz, former President of Continental Electrical Construction Company.

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) regrets to inform you that William “Bill” Witz passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Bill Witz, former President of Continental Electrical Construction Company (1975) was an integral part of the fabric of the Chicagoland Electrical Construction Industry for nearly a half century. 

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2026
October 23, 2026
8:00AM - 10:00AM

“Understanding NFPA 70B Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance" -- Friday, October 23, 2026 (8:00 am - 10:00 am)

The Joint Safety Forum is being held at INTECH.

6201 W. 115th Street -- Alsip, IL

The ECA and Northeastern IL Chapter, NECA Safety Committees ECA and Northeastern IL Chapter, NECA Safety Committees will be holding a Joint Safety Forum called, "Understanding NFPA 70B Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance" on Friday, October 23, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH). Local #134 IBEW Business Agent, George Mostardini will be the facilitator.

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2026
November 2 - 4, 2026

NECA 2026 Labor Relations Conference

November 2 - 4, 2026

Washington, D.C.

NECA 2026 Safety Professionals Institute November 2 - 4, 2026 Hotel Valley Ho Phoenix, AZ

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