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Trades Licensing Board reinstates journeyman plumbing license for Eric Farrell with $1,200 in back fees
Summary
The Trades Licensing Board approved the reinstatement of Eric Farrell’s journeyman plumbing license after he acknowledged letting it lapse in 2019 and agreed to pay $1,200 in back fees. Board members said his work history and union membership supported reinstatement.
The Trades Licensing Board voted to reinstate the journeyman plumbing license of Eric Farrell during its January 6 meeting, provided he pays $1,200 in back fees owed after letting the license lapse in 2019.
Board staff told members that Farrell submitted a letter of intent and a resume supporting his request. Farrell, who is a current member of Local 27, said he received his journeyman card “since roughly 2012” and acknowledged the lapse. “That’s completely my fault. I’ll admit to that, not paying the fee from year to year,” he said during the meeting.
Members asked whether reinstating the journeyman credential would affect Farrell’s ability to pursue a master license later; board members noted that having the documented time in the trade and paying owed dues would allow him to pursue a master’s application in the future. One board member said they did not see a problem with reinstatement given the documentation provided.
The board moved to approve the reinstatement (motion by Mr. Collins, second by Mr. Reeves) and passed the motion by voice vote.
The action requires Farrell to submit the back fees before the reinstatement is finalized; staff said the board would confirm payment and any supporting documentation. The board did not record a roll-call vote in the transcript; outcome was recorded as the motion passed by voice vote.
