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This is such an important topic—local hire requirements play a vital role in supporting communities while ensuring compliance. Definitely worth a read for anyone navigating federally funded projects.

IS WHITE NATIONALISM IN KANSAS CITY PRIME CONTRACTORS ATTITUDE? Part 4 Letter from Kcmo Fairness Construction Board to Mayor Lucas, City Council, City Mgr. Platt, Director of CREO. 5. Reports of hostile work environments on construction projects and failure of Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity Department to respond and investigate pursuant to the duties under City Code, Chapter 3, Article IV and Chapter 38. Including the lack of investigation into abusive treatment and payment violations. 6. To date we have not received any wage and hourly reporting, even though we have asked repeatedly. This information is vital to both The Fairness Board and Workforce Board to address any issues that arise. 7. Purposeful disregard and violation of Sec. 3-463(11) by the Director of Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity. 8. Lack of support and resources from the Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity Department and the Mayor’s office to address issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the City of Kansas City, Missouri departments and economic development agencies. Specifically, that reports have not been submitted or provided to the level of detail that the Board is able to properly function. Including proper meeting minutes, contractor utilization reports, wage & hour reporting and any information relating to projects thru EDC or other agencies. 9. Lack of accurate and transparent contract reporting pursuant to Sec. 3-463(6)-(11) thus making all data that the Mayor and City Council have presented in the past 12 months as unreliable. These experiences have not only affected Board morale but have also raised serious concerns about the Mayor and City Council’s commitment to fostering a fair and respectful procurement process and culture. Discrimination of any form should have no place in our society, let alone in a professional setting like ours. Therefore, I believe it is imperative for the Mayor and City Council to take immediate and proactive measures to address these issues. This may include: 1. Requiring immediate compliance with the City Code sections referenced herein. 2. Require thorough investigations into reported incidents of discrimination and taking appropriate disciplinary action against perpetrators and reporting the same to the Board. 3. City Manager should ensure that the Director of the Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity Department is properly experienced, educated and trained in matters of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title VI and Title VII, 49 CFR Part 26, and local disparity study and constitutional requirements for MWBE programs. 4. Immediately require that all data reports and dedicated administrative assistance is provided to the Board. 5. That the Director apprise the Board prior to any suggested legislation affecting the M/WBE program. 6. Supplying sufficient budget for the Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity Department for much needed. ______________________________

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🏗️ Why Does Labor Compliance Matter in Public Works? 🏗️ When it comes to building our communities—whether it's bridges, schools, or highways—labor compliance isn't just about following rules. It's about ensuring workers are paid fairly, projects stay on budget, and safety standards are upheld. 🚧💼 🔍 Did you know? Public works projects in the U.S. total over $2 trillion each year! That’s a major investment in our infrastructure, and compliance plays a crucial role in protecting it. 🔨 👷♂️ Let's build a fair and transparent industry together. Tune in to The Public Works Playbook for more insights. 🛠️✨ #PublicWorks #LaborCompliance #ConstructionLife #Infrastructure #BuildingAmerica #ComplianceMatters #ThePublicWorksPlaybook #CommunityBuilding

The new issue of our magazine is out – take a look at issue 2 where we dive into workforce development and building up this industry! https://lnkd.in/e-VHzhrP

As and LBE small business owners, it's crucial to understand the legal distinctions between independent contractors and employees. While the California Supreme Court upheld Prop 22 for app-based gig workers, this does not extend to the construction industry. Misclassifying construction workers as independent contractors (1099) can lead to significant penalties from the IRS, EDD, and State Fund. Ensure you're compliant with state laws to avoid costly fines and protect your business. Let's prioritize fair treatment and proper classification of our workforce. Stay informed and consult a legal professional if you're unsure about your employee classifications.