Alan Boswell

The committee reviewed and approved a course request for the 2023 NEC Part 2. Additionally, the committee processed a series of exam applications, voting to approve twenty-six candidates, deny three candidates, and grant tentative approval to one candidate pending the receipt of required work hour documentation.

The Board discussed representation at an upcoming trade association event and the feasibility of database updates for electrical employees. Reciprocity agreements for Master Electrician and Journeyman licenses with the state of Texas were approved. Staff provided updates on new office space and the hiring of additional compliance and administrative personnel. The Investigative Committee report on disciplinary actions was accepted. The Education Committee report included the approval of one provider, seven courses, and forty-six exam applications, along with the denial of three applications. Finally, the Board reviewed and approved a financial report, ratified one hundred and one new contractors, and authorized payment for meeting expenses.

The meeting included the review and approval of electrical contractor and journeyman electrician applications, as well as continuing education provider applications. The Executive Director presented a report covering licensure activities, the current number of licenses, complaint statuses, and financial activities. The Board discussed Sunset provisions, license renewal requirements for Provisional licensees, and legislation affecting the Board. They also addressed allegations by members of the Legislature, reviewed administrative duties, and considered an external audit. The potential sale of Smith Warren Management Services and the possibility of employing an Executive Director as a State employee were also discussed.

The Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors convened a special/called meeting to address several key issues. Discussions included the review and amendment of previous meeting minutes, a presentation by Alva Lambert regarding his duties, and a financial summary presented by Charla Doucet, CPA, highlighting revenue, expenses, and fund balances. The board also discussed budget concerns, outstanding invoices, and potential cost-saving measures, including suspending management fees and reducing vendor fees. The possibility of hiring a full-time investigator and selling a vehicle to increase Board funds was also considered. The Board entered an executive session and upon returning to the regular meeting, accepted a letter from Mr. Warren to suspend requests for payment of services. Finally, the Board approved a motion to request a forensic audit by the Department of Public Examiners.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. The Executive Director presented a financial report and updates on complaints, licensees, and staff activities. The Legal Counsel reported on complaint cases, with the Investigative Committee's recommendations for closures and actions, including cease and desist orders, fines, and probations. The Board discussed sending a letter to the General Contractors' Board regarding unlicensed electrical work. They approved the General Contractors' business and law exam as a substitute for their own. The Board reviewed proposed legislation for restricted licensing and adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code for examinations. They also approved electrical contractor and journeyman electrician applications.