International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (I.B.E.W.) Local 196 is a group of former government contractors, operators, groundsman and I.B.E.W. lineman. The goal of this group is to help people who are having trouble with bosses, co-workers and other issues that occur on the job. Membership dues are as follows: three months is $99, six months is $198, and 12 months is $396. Monthly fees of $12 are due. Dues are subtracted from workers' paychecks.