May God protect the City of New York and our members. The City of New York has hired four prime contractors to handle protection and cleanup efforts. Due to liability and legal issues, only hired members will be given access by NYPD or military personnel. NYC Office of Emergency Management will be supplying special I.D. badges and only those with proper I.D. will be given access. Only those hired by the four prime contractors or their subcontractors via the out of work list will be given I.D. badges, which will be obtained at the District Council.
Efforts are still somewhat chaotic.
Please be aware in this extraordinary situation that these contingency plans are subject to change and all should be patient and cooperative in our efforts to assist. Labor Support Center Established The tragic events of this week have impacted tens of thousands of workers and their families. Important information for members directly affected by the World Trade Center Terrorist Attack appear below. Due to the outpouring of support from members and carpenters around the country, the District Council of Carpenters has established a relief and charity fund for the families of members lost during the World Trade Center disaster on September 11, 2001. All donations will go towards helping the families who have been affected this tragedy.