TY 2020 Form 990EZ

Part ⅢStatement of Program Service Accomplishments (see the instructions for Part III) Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part III . .	Expenses (Required for section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations; optional for others.)
What is the organization's primary exempt purpose? To seek to better the working conditions of workers in the railroad branch of the electrical industry within its jurisdiction, to improve the grade of their work product, and to enhance the efficiency of the electrical work they perform through the following activities: (i) bargaining collectively with employers; (ii) organizing workers; (iii) promoting reasonable methods of work; (iv) cultivating feelings of friendship among those in the electrical industry; (v) settling disputes between employers and employees by arbitration (if possible); (vi) assisting members in sickness and distress; (vii) assisting members in securing employment; (viii) securing adequate pay and other similar benefits for members' work; (ix) seeking a higher and higher standard of living for members; and (x) seeking security for members. As part of its exempt mission, IBEW Local 1865 also seeks by legal and proper means to elevate the moral, intellectual and social conditions of its members, their fami
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. In a clear and concise manner, describe the services provided, the number of persons benefited, and other relevant information for each program title.
28 It is the intent of the members of IBEW LU 2355 to provide the highest quality service to NICTD Railroad's varied operations. We accomplish this goal by supporting our Brothers and Sisters with education, communication and dedication to one another. We conduct all our actions with safety for ourselves, our co-workers and the public at-large being our foremost concern. We perform the work inherent to our calling, while assimilating tasks to broaden our viability. We serve as the example of professionalism, versatility, adaptability, growth and craftsmanship. We strive to ensure our interactions are honorable and respectful, to those within our Brotherhood, and without. We value the talents and personalities of our Brothers and Sisters; laboring not as individuals, but as one Brotherhood, seamless. (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...			28a
29 (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...			29a
30 (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...			30a
31 Other program services (describe in Schedule O) ................ (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here...	31a
32 Total program service expenses (add lines 28a through 31a)..........	32	0

(a) Name and title	(b) Average hours per week devoted to position	(c) Reportable compensation (Forms W-2/1099-MISC) (if not paid, enter -0-)
Jason Kleist Financial Secretary/Treasurer	10	3,544
Zachary Trunk President	10	2,063
Richard Stradtner Recording Secretary	2	1,079
Randall England Vice President	2	252
Phillip Colvin Executive Board	2	120
Michael Harmon Executive Board	2	120
Clifford Dudiak Executive Board	2	90

Yes

Did the organization engage in lobbying activities or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II .......................

Is the organization a school as described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E ..

49a

Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization?......

49a

If "Yes," was the related organization a section 527 organization?................

49b

Complete this table for the organization's five highest compensated employees (other than officers, directors, trustees and key employees) who each received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. If there is none, enter "None."

(a) Name and title of each employee	(b) Average hours per week devoted to position	(c) Reportable compensation (Forms W-2/1099-MISC)	(d) Health benefits, contributions to employee benefit plans, and deferred compensation	(e) Estimated amount of other compensation

Total number of other employees paid over $100,000 ............. bullet

Complete this table for the organization's five highest compensated independent contractors who each received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. If there is none, enter "None."

(a) Name and business address of each independent contractor	(b) Type of service	(c) Compensation

Return Reference	Explanation
Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 10	PER CAPITA Payments to International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers PER CAPITA Payments to International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers System Council 16
Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16	Payment to the US Dept. of Treasury Payment to the IBEW Union Supply Store Payment to IBEW Sixth District for Convention Assesment

Return Reference

Explanation

Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 10

PER CAPITA Payments to International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers PER CAPITA Payments to International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers System Council 16

Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16

Payment to the US Dept. of Treasury Payment to the IBEW Union Supply Store Payment to IBEW Sixth District for Convention Assesment

1	Contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts received ....................	1	0
2	Program service revenue including government fees and contracts ................	2	0
3	Membership dues and assessments .............................	3	58,614
4	Investment income ....................................	4	0
5a	Gross amount from sale of assets other than inventory .......	5a	0
b	Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses ............	5b	0
c	Gain or (loss) from sale of assets other than inventory (Subtract line 5b from line 5a) ......	5c	0
6	Gaming and fundraising events
a	Gross income from gaming (attach Schedule G if greater than $15,000)	6a	0
b	Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 0 of contributions from fundraising events reported on line 1) (attach Schedule G if the			sum of such gross income and contributions exceeds $15,000) ..	6b	0
c	Less: direct expenses from gaming and fundraising events ...	6c	0
d	Net income or (loss) from gaming and fundraising events (add lines 6a and 6b and subtract line 6c)	6d	0
7a	Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances ......	7a	0
b	Less: cost of goods sold .............	7b	0
c	Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory (Subtract line 7b from line 7a) .........	7c	0
8	Other revenue (describe in Schedule O) ....................	8	0
9	Total revenue. Add lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5c, 6d, 7c, and 8 ..............	9	58,614

10	Grants and similar amounts paid (list in Schedule O) ................	10	47,233
11	Benefits paid to or for members ......................	11	0
12	Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits ................	12	6,689
13	Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors ............	13	0
14	Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance ...................	14	994
15	Printing, publications, postage, and shipping ...................	15	0
16	Other expenses (describe in Schedule O) ...................	16	3,620
17	Total expenses. Add lines 10 through 16 .................	17	58,536

18	Excess or (deficit) for the year (Subtract line 17 from line 9) ............	18	78
19	Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (from line 27, column (A)) (must agree with
	end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) .................	19	15,351
20	Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ...........	20	0
21	Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 18 through 20 ..........	21	15,429

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