Underground Contractors Association is located in Itasca, IL. The organization was established in 1958. According to its NTEE Classification (S03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Underground Contractors Association employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Underground Contractors Association is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Underground Contractors Association generated $832.2k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 7 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (0.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $698.4k during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (1.8%) per year over the past 7 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO SERVE AND ADVANCE THE UNDERGROUND INDUSTRY AND ITS MEMBERS, WHO PROVIDE QUALITY UTILITY INSTALLATION FOR THE CITIZENS OF ILLINOIS, FOLLOWING THE HIGHEST LEGAL, MORAL AND ETHICAL STANDARDS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE ASSOCIATION PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS TO ATTEND REGIONAL SEMINARS ON EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND CURRENT CONSTRUCTION ISSUES.OUR MEMBERS INTERACT WITH OTHER ASSOCIATIONS, POLITICAL LEADERS AND THE MEDIA. WE PROMOTE AND COORDINATE ATTENDANCE AT SEVERAL SYMPOSIUMS AND INDUSTRY-RELATED CONFERENCES AND EXHIBITS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. ADDITIONALLY, WE PLAN REGIONAL INDUSTRY DISCUSSION GROUPS ANNUALLY. DUE TO THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC, THE ORGANIZATION CANCELLED THE 2021 ANNUAL CONVENTION AND THE 2021 SPRING SHOWCASE AND MOVED THE SHOWCASE TO BE HELD IN CONJUCTION WITH THE ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING IN THE FALL.
THE ASSOCIATION PROVIDES A CONTINUING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM CONSISTING OF SEMINARS AND HANDS-ON TRAINING. OUR MEMBERS CAN DISCUSS IMPORTANT BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY ISSUES IN AN AFFORDABLE AND PROFESSIONAL SETTING WITH NOTED INDUSTRY EXPERTS. THIS PROGRAM PROMOTES INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALISM AND STRONG FINANCIAL RESULTS. THE CONTINUING EDUCATION COMMITTEE NOW OFFERS AN EMERGING LEADERS PROGRAM (ELP). THIS PROGRAM IS GEARED TOWARDS UP AND COMING LEADERS IN THE INDUSTRY TO EDUCATE ON THE ASSOCIATION, INDUSTRY PARTNERS, BUSINESS TOOLS, NETWORKING AND INDUSTRY ADVOCACY.
THE ASSOCIATION BRIDGES THE GAP BETWEEN LOCAL AND NATIONAL POLITICS TO PROVIDE A VOICE ON GOVERNMENTAL ISSUES IN THE UTILITY AND UNDERGROUND CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY. ISSUES INCLUDE: INFRASTRUCTURE, WORKERS COMPENSATION, PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENTS, ERGONOMICS, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH STANDARDS, DIFFERING SITE CONDITIONS, BONDING, DESIGN BUILD AND EMERGING CONSTRUCTION PROBLEMS. UCA AND ITS REPRESENTATIVES MEET WITH MUNICIPALITIES, PRIVATE DEVELOPERS AND OWNERS TO DISCUSS AND RESOLVE ISSUES. WE ALSO WORK WITH OTHER AGENCIES TO DEVELOP INDUSTRY GUIDELINES SUCH AS "STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR WATER & SEWER MAIN CONSTRUCTION IN ILLINOIS."
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Michael Wiedmaier Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $175,684 |
Gulzar Singh Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Cindy Gustafson Immediate Past President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Nick Neri Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Michael Piraino President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Steve King Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $13,768 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $13,768 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $693,225 |
Investment income | $34,450 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $74,612 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $832,233 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $15,500 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $193,658 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $95,464 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $2,801 |
Other employee benefits | $22,033 |
Payroll taxes | $18,984 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $40,972 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $28,904 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $9,395 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $6,472 |
Office expenses | $52,436 |
Information technology | $13,364 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $56,673 |
Travel | $5,857 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $105,146 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $3,145 |
Insurance | $6,323 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $698,425 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $665,770 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $73,347 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $79,661 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $7,288 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $797,736 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $1,623,802 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $22,423 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $340,760 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $15,867 |
Total liabilities | $379,050 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,244,752 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $1,623,802 |
Over the last fiscal year, Underground Contractors Association has awarded $106,000 in support to 2 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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Countryside, IL PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT A CAPITAL BILL | $100,000 |
Springfield, IL PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT MEDIA CAMPAIGN FOR THE CAPITAL BILL | $6,000 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Underground Contractors Association has recieved totaling $5,000.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Beavers Charitable Trust Los Altos, CA PURPOSE: AWARD SCHOLARSHIPS TO SCHOOLS OF ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION | $5,000 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
American Society For Quality Inc Milwaukee, WI | $56,613,355 | $31,303,385 |
American Planning Association Chicago, IL | $23,906,674 | $19,430,254 |
Builders Association Of Kansas City Kansas City, MO | $9,644,021 | $4,877,663 |
Iowa State Association Of Counties West Des Moines, IA | $36,552,667 | $3,622,222 |
Wisconsin Transportation Builders Association Inc Madison, WI | $2,877,056 | $3,230,486 |
Chicago Cosmetologist Association Rosemont, IL | $1,586,512 | $2,186,841 |
Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association Ill Corp Cary, IL | $7,834,639 | $2,428,599 |
Iowa Association Of Business & Industry Des Moines, IA | $1,426,111 | $2,357,818 |
United Association Of Journeymen & Apprentices Of The Plumbing & Pipe Paducah, KY | $5,273,908 | $1,732,719 |
Wisconsin Institute Of Certified Public Accountants Inc Waukesha, WI | $3,370,714 | $2,420,380 |
United Association Of Journeymen & Apprentices Of The Plumbing & Pipe Menomonee Falls, WI | $2,149,558 | $2,113,542 |
United Association Of Journeymen & Apprentices Of The Plumbing & Pipe South Bend, IN | $5,865,398 | $2,368,025 |