The Mid-America Regional Council serves the nine county Kansas City metropolitan area, including Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte and Ray Counties in Missouri and Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami and Wyandotte counties in Kansas. There are 120 separate city governments within the region. Estimated population of the region in 2005 was 1.8 million people.
Regional councils are, nominally, the governing bodies of the regions of Cameroon. As defined by the Constitution of Cameroon, the councils have control of cultural, economic, educational, health-related, social, and sport-related issues in the regions. The members of each council are delegates indirectly elected by the populace and traditional rulers selected by their peers. Each council is headed by a president, who is elected by the members from among their own ranks. Members serve five-year terms.
Each council is advised by members of parliament from the area and by an administrator appointed by the president of Cameroon. This individual acts at the president's personal representative and wields considerable power. The president of Cameroon reserves the right to disband any regional council he so chooses.
The regional councils were created by Cameroon's constitution of 1996 in response to agitation for a return to a federal system of government or increased decentralisation. However, the councils have yet to be established in reality, and the regions established by the constitution are still known as provinces and are headed by presidentially appointed governors.
A regional council (French:conseil régional) is the elected assembly of a region of France.
History
Regional councils were created by law on 5 July 1972. Originally they were simply consultative bodies consisting of the region's parliamentary representatives plus an equal number of members nominated by the departments and municipalities.
The decentralisation programme of 1982-1983 provided for direct election which began in 1986 and increased the powers of the councils.
Operation
The Assemblies elect their own Presidents who preside over the meetings and head the Regional Executive.
Electoral system
Before 2004
Between 1986 and 2004, regional councils were elected by closed listproportional representation. The Front National was frequently left with the balance of power as a result and this led to a change in the electoral law.
Since 2004
Since 2004 three quarters of the seats continue to be elected by proportional representation with each list having an equal number of male and female candidates. The other quarter are given to the list that received the most votes. In order to gain these top up seats, a list must have gained an absolute majority of the votes in the first round. If this has not been achieved a second round is held with each party that gained at least ten percent of the votes competing. The party that wins a plurality in this round gains the bonus seats. It is common in this round for lower ranking parties to withdraw in favour of parties they have entered into an alliance with.
Be a Part of the Mid-America Carpenters Union Movement
Mid-America Carpenters Union EST Gary Perinar Gives a Year-End Speech to Delegates about the Union's growth and his vision for 2023. #UnionCarpenters www.carpentersunion.org
published: 23 Dec 2022
Why a Young Went From Teaching To Being a Union Carpenter
Seth Wetzel Local 1127 realized college wasn't for him, "I would be piled up in student debt." Seth joined the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council and hasn't looked back. The price of a college education continues to go up, luckily the Carpenters Union exists for everyone who wants to earn great wages and benefits without having to take on a mountain of student loan debt.
published: 20 Feb 2024
What is a MTP
The Mid-America Regional Council is updating Connected KC 2050, the Kansas City region's metropolitan transportation plan or MTP. It must be updated every five years and 2025 is the next update. Discover why we're updating the plan and how your input is valuable.
published: 01 Nov 2023
Why You Should Be A Union Carpenter
Want a rewarding career with amazing pay & benefits? Then Union Carpentry is the path for you! Apply today!
https://www.carpentersunion.org/
published: 10 Mar 2023
In the Mid-America Carpenters Union, Members Always Come First
Mid-America Carpenters Union EST Gary Perinar delivered a rousing speech to Representatives about how the union's top priority will always be improving the lives of members and their families. #MidAmericaCarpenters
published: 18 Aug 2022
Young Apprentices Leaves Dead-end Nounion Job and Discovers the Joys of the Union
Local 174 Apprentice Ryan Nagel left a dead-end nonunion job to join the Mid-America Carpenters Union. Be like Ryan. Great to have you onboard Brother!
published: 24 Jan 2024
Regional Leadership Award - Dan Manley Acceptance Remarks
Mayor Mike McDonough of Raytown, Missouri, presents Dan Manley, assistant fire chief for Lee's Summit, Missouri, with the 2022 Regional Leadership Award.
published: 23 Jun 2022
Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice & Training Program
The mission of the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice and Training Program is to provide members both classroom and hands-on training to guarantee that the safest, best trained and skilled work force is at the forefront of technology to meet the employment needs of the industry, now and in the future.
Apprentice Training Programs
Carpenters do more than just frame, roof and apply the siding on a house. They do the concrete forming needed for the high rises downtown; frame the interiors of office buildings; insulate the exterior walls of hospitals; apply drywall in college dorms; lay the flooring in high schools; create the woodwork for the restaurants, weld the heavy gauge framing for the exterior shell; rebuild the steam turbine in power plants; and drive the piles neede...
published: 22 Dec 2023
City of Gladstone Mid-America Regional Council Sustainability Award
Justin Merkey, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Gladstone, shares about the energy savings project Navitas completed for them which included new roof top units, LED lighting, and other energy savings practices. The City of Gladstone received the 2018 Honoree Award at the Mid-America Regional Council Sustainable Success Stories event for this project and another sustainability project.
Mid-America Carpenters Union EST Gary Perinar Gives a Year-End Speech to Delegates about the Union's growth and his vision for 2023. #UnionCarpenters www.carpen...
Mid-America Carpenters Union EST Gary Perinar Gives a Year-End Speech to Delegates about the Union's growth and his vision for 2023. #UnionCarpenters www.carpentersunion.org
Mid-America Carpenters Union EST Gary Perinar Gives a Year-End Speech to Delegates about the Union's growth and his vision for 2023. #UnionCarpenters www.carpentersunion.org
Seth Wetzel Local 1127 realized college wasn't for him, "I would be piled up in student debt." Seth joined the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council and hasn'...
Seth Wetzel Local 1127 realized college wasn't for him, "I would be piled up in student debt." Seth joined the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council and hasn't looked back. The price of a college education continues to go up, luckily the Carpenters Union exists for everyone who wants to earn great wages and benefits without having to take on a mountain of student loan debt.
Seth Wetzel Local 1127 realized college wasn't for him, "I would be piled up in student debt." Seth joined the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council and hasn't looked back. The price of a college education continues to go up, luckily the Carpenters Union exists for everyone who wants to earn great wages and benefits without having to take on a mountain of student loan debt.
The Mid-America Regional Council is updating Connected KC 2050, the Kansas City region's metropolitan transportation plan or MTP. It must be updated every five...
The Mid-America Regional Council is updating Connected KC 2050, the Kansas City region's metropolitan transportation plan or MTP. It must be updated every five years and 2025 is the next update. Discover why we're updating the plan and how your input is valuable.
The Mid-America Regional Council is updating Connected KC 2050, the Kansas City region's metropolitan transportation plan or MTP. It must be updated every five years and 2025 is the next update. Discover why we're updating the plan and how your input is valuable.
Mid-America Carpenters Union EST Gary Perinar delivered a rousing speech to Representatives about how the union's top priority will always be improving the live...
Mid-America Carpenters Union EST Gary Perinar delivered a rousing speech to Representatives about how the union's top priority will always be improving the lives of members and their families. #MidAmericaCarpenters
Mid-America Carpenters Union EST Gary Perinar delivered a rousing speech to Representatives about how the union's top priority will always be improving the lives of members and their families. #MidAmericaCarpenters
Local 174 Apprentice Ryan Nagel left a dead-end nonunion job to join the Mid-America Carpenters Union. Be like Ryan. Great to have you onboard Brother!
Local 174 Apprentice Ryan Nagel left a dead-end nonunion job to join the Mid-America Carpenters Union. Be like Ryan. Great to have you onboard Brother!
Local 174 Apprentice Ryan Nagel left a dead-end nonunion job to join the Mid-America Carpenters Union. Be like Ryan. Great to have you onboard Brother!
Mayor Mike McDonough of Raytown, Missouri, presents Dan Manley, assistant fire chief for Lee's Summit, Missouri, with the 2022 Regional Leadership Award.
Mayor Mike McDonough of Raytown, Missouri, presents Dan Manley, assistant fire chief for Lee's Summit, Missouri, with the 2022 Regional Leadership Award.
Mayor Mike McDonough of Raytown, Missouri, presents Dan Manley, assistant fire chief for Lee's Summit, Missouri, with the 2022 Regional Leadership Award.
The mission of the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice and Training Program is to provide members both classroom and hands-on training to guarant...
The mission of the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice and Training Program is to provide members both classroom and hands-on training to guarantee that the safest, best trained and skilled work force is at the forefront of technology to meet the employment needs of the industry, now and in the future.
Apprentice Training Programs
Carpenters do more than just frame, roof and apply the siding on a house. They do the concrete forming needed for the high rises downtown; frame the interiors of office buildings; insulate the exterior walls of hospitals; apply drywall in college dorms; lay the flooring in high schools; create the woodwork for the restaurants, weld the heavy gauge framing for the exterior shell; rebuild the steam turbine in power plants; and drive the piles needed for the bridges. The carpentry trade offers individuals who love to work with their hands an opportunity to have a career that they will enjoy.
The Training Program provides eleven four-year apprenticeships and an advancement program to further develop your skills as a carpenter. As you develop your skills, you’ll be better suited for the job sites of the future. Please go to the Apprentice Program tab and look through the crafts that are available.
Skill Advancement Programs
The Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council have a reputation of excellence on the job sites. Carpenters work in a constantly changing field requiring highly skilled workers to meet the biggest challenges. Our Union and our contractors are only successful if each worker has the skills to meet these high demands. Our Regional Council invests in our members by providing programs and classes to give you new skills for success. These programs will get you further in your career and establish you as an expert, ready to meet any challenge on the job site.
The Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice & Training Program offers skill advancement classes at no cost to the members. Keep up to date with the technology being used in the field, safety requirements needed for the job sites, and ensure your Qualifications and Certifications stay current by enrolling in refresher courses. Click here to view available classes and schedules.
The mission of the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice and Training Program is to provide members both classroom and hands-on training to guarantee that the safest, best trained and skilled work force is at the forefront of technology to meet the employment needs of the industry, now and in the future.
Apprentice Training Programs
Carpenters do more than just frame, roof and apply the siding on a house. They do the concrete forming needed for the high rises downtown; frame the interiors of office buildings; insulate the exterior walls of hospitals; apply drywall in college dorms; lay the flooring in high schools; create the woodwork for the restaurants, weld the heavy gauge framing for the exterior shell; rebuild the steam turbine in power plants; and drive the piles needed for the bridges. The carpentry trade offers individuals who love to work with their hands an opportunity to have a career that they will enjoy.
The Training Program provides eleven four-year apprenticeships and an advancement program to further develop your skills as a carpenter. As you develop your skills, you’ll be better suited for the job sites of the future. Please go to the Apprentice Program tab and look through the crafts that are available.
Skill Advancement Programs
The Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council have a reputation of excellence on the job sites. Carpenters work in a constantly changing field requiring highly skilled workers to meet the biggest challenges. Our Union and our contractors are only successful if each worker has the skills to meet these high demands. Our Regional Council invests in our members by providing programs and classes to give you new skills for success. These programs will get you further in your career and establish you as an expert, ready to meet any challenge on the job site.
The Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice & Training Program offers skill advancement classes at no cost to the members. Keep up to date with the technology being used in the field, safety requirements needed for the job sites, and ensure your Qualifications and Certifications stay current by enrolling in refresher courses. Click here to view available classes and schedules.
Justin Merkey, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Gladstone, shares about the energy savings project Navitas completed for them which included new...
Justin Merkey, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Gladstone, shares about the energy savings project Navitas completed for them which included new roof top units, LED lighting, and other energy savings practices. The City of Gladstone received the 2018 Honoree Award at the Mid-America Regional Council Sustainable Success Stories event for this project and another sustainability project.
Justin Merkey, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Gladstone, shares about the energy savings project Navitas completed for them which included new roof top units, LED lighting, and other energy savings practices. The City of Gladstone received the 2018 Honoree Award at the Mid-America Regional Council Sustainable Success Stories event for this project and another sustainability project.
Mid-America Carpenters Union EST Gary Perinar Gives a Year-End Speech to Delegates about the Union's growth and his vision for 2023. #UnionCarpenters www.carpentersunion.org
Seth Wetzel Local 1127 realized college wasn't for him, "I would be piled up in student debt." Seth joined the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council and hasn't looked back. The price of a college education continues to go up, luckily the Carpenters Union exists for everyone who wants to earn great wages and benefits without having to take on a mountain of student loan debt.
The Mid-America Regional Council is updating Connected KC 2050, the Kansas City region's metropolitan transportation plan or MTP. It must be updated every five years and 2025 is the next update. Discover why we're updating the plan and how your input is valuable.
Mid-America Carpenters Union EST Gary Perinar delivered a rousing speech to Representatives about how the union's top priority will always be improving the lives of members and their families. #MidAmericaCarpenters
Local 174 Apprentice Ryan Nagel left a dead-end nonunion job to join the Mid-America Carpenters Union. Be like Ryan. Great to have you onboard Brother!
Mayor Mike McDonough of Raytown, Missouri, presents Dan Manley, assistant fire chief for Lee's Summit, Missouri, with the 2022 Regional Leadership Award.
The mission of the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice and Training Program is to provide members both classroom and hands-on training to guarantee that the safest, best trained and skilled work force is at the forefront of technology to meet the employment needs of the industry, now and in the future.
Apprentice Training Programs
Carpenters do more than just frame, roof and apply the siding on a house. They do the concrete forming needed for the high rises downtown; frame the interiors of office buildings; insulate the exterior walls of hospitals; apply drywall in college dorms; lay the flooring in high schools; create the woodwork for the restaurants, weld the heavy gauge framing for the exterior shell; rebuild the steam turbine in power plants; and drive the piles needed for the bridges. The carpentry trade offers individuals who love to work with their hands an opportunity to have a career that they will enjoy.
The Training Program provides eleven four-year apprenticeships and an advancement program to further develop your skills as a carpenter. As you develop your skills, you’ll be better suited for the job sites of the future. Please go to the Apprentice Program tab and look through the crafts that are available.
Skill Advancement Programs
The Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council have a reputation of excellence on the job sites. Carpenters work in a constantly changing field requiring highly skilled workers to meet the biggest challenges. Our Union and our contractors are only successful if each worker has the skills to meet these high demands. Our Regional Council invests in our members by providing programs and classes to give you new skills for success. These programs will get you further in your career and establish you as an expert, ready to meet any challenge on the job site.
The Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice & Training Program offers skill advancement classes at no cost to the members. Keep up to date with the technology being used in the field, safety requirements needed for the job sites, and ensure your Qualifications and Certifications stay current by enrolling in refresher courses. Click here to view available classes and schedules.
Justin Merkey, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Gladstone, shares about the energy savings project Navitas completed for them which included new roof top units, LED lighting, and other energy savings practices. The City of Gladstone received the 2018 Honoree Award at the Mid-America Regional Council Sustainable Success Stories event for this project and another sustainability project.
The Mid-America Regional Council serves the nine county Kansas City metropolitan area, including Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte and Ray Counties in Missouri and Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami and Wyandotte counties in Kansas. There are 120 separate city governments within the region. Estimated population of the region in 2005 was 1.8 million people.
Committees are among those who have contributed the largest single donations to Fogle's campaign in the past two quarters.Mid-AmericaCarpentersRegionalCouncil Missouri-Kansas AreaPAC.
“This makes me sick,” she said ... “It’s a growing list,” she said ... And the Mid-AmericaRegionalCouncil, the area agency on aging serving Jackson County, in April temporarily suspended accepting new clients for its home-delivered meals service line ... ....
When called by prime contractors for the DNC to assist in workforce development, unions such as the Mid-AmericaCarpentersRegionalCouncil did not have to look far to find diverse crews of workers to ...
A 2023 study by Mid-AmericaRegionalCouncil found that of Kansas City's 157,000 single-family rentals, nearly 20 percent are owned by people or companies with 10 or more properties.
StateRep ... On Friday, the Mid-AmericaCarpentersRegionalCouncil kicked in $50,000 to Nickson-Clark’s committee. The union’s contribution was the third substantial contribution that Nickson-Clark’s campaign has received in the last six weeks ... A St ... St ... .
Members of the Mid-AmericaCarpentersRegionalCouncil have occasionally picketed this year in front of a downtown construction site at the corner of 3rd and Main streets with red and white signs that ...
Investors are “intentionally targeting what has primarily been housing intended for ownership to turn it into rentals,” said Josh Akers, research manager for the Mid-AmericaRegionalCouncil.
Recipients for the 2024 Bob Ady ScholarshipProgram have been selected by the Mid-AmericaEconomic DevelopmentCouncil. The scholarship is named in memory of Bob Ady, a champion for economic development in the U.S., especially the Mid-America region.