Carpenters Union Urges Chico Unified to Tighten Contractor Oversight
The North Coast States Carpenters Union is calling on Chico Unified School District to reevaluate its contractor prequalification process, citing concerns over companies with histories of wage theft and labor violations. The union raised concerns about contractor Modern Building as the district begins work funded by the $239 million Measure C bond. The school district claims it follows all public contracting laws, while local leaders voiced support for stronger labor standards on publicly funded projects.