James McIntyre Receives Joseph H. Mason Award at United Way's Labor Dinner

A retired electrical worker was recently recognized for being named the recipient of the United Way of Chautauqua County's 46th annual Joseph H. Mason Award. Jamestown resident James McIntyre, who is retired from IBEW Local 106, was presented the award at UWCHQ's annual Salute to Labor Dinner at Chautauqua Institution on October 21st. United Way representative Nick Dean says the award is a way for the organization to stay connected with the local labor community...

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McIntyre spent more than 39 years with Ahlstrom Schaeffer Electric in Jamestown, beginning his career as an apprentice electrician in 1987 and advancing through positions such as a journeyman, project foreman, and ultimately senior estimator and project manager. He retired from the company in March. During his remarks, McIntyre reflected on how volunteering strengthens a person's commitment to helping others and how that same spirit of service connects community involvement with organized labor.

UWCHQ Executive Director Amy Rohler presented McIntyre the award, which honors individuals whose commitment to serving others reflects labor's important role in strengthening communities. She also presented McIntyre a commendation from Congressman Nick Langworthy's Office. Chautauqua County Executive P.J. Wendel and State Assemblyman Andrew Molitor also provided remarks during the ceremony at the Athenaeum Hotel.

Photos by the United Way of Chautauqua County