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Here’s Why Thousands of Steelworkers Just Voted to Authorize a Strike 09/18/18 - Teamsters Local 355 September 18, 2018 | STRIKES | […] U.S. Steel was seen a significant bump in profits in 2018, thanks to increased demand for steel, as well as new tariffs that have pushed up the cost of steel and helped pad the bottom line for large corporations such as U.S. Steel, a publicly traded company worth over $6 billion.

Here’s Why Thousands of Steelworkers Just Voted to Authorize a Strike 09/18/18 - Teamsters Local 992 September 18, 2018 | STRIKES | […] U.S. Steel was seen a significant bump in profits in 2018, thanks to increased demand for steel, as well as new tariffs that have pushed up the cost of steel and helped pad the bottom line for large corporations such as U.S. Steel, a publicly traded company worth over $6 billion.

Press Release: AMFA AMTs Overwhelmingly Reject Tentative Agreement With Southwest Airlines 09/18/18 - AMFA September 18, 2018 -- Today, Southwest Airlines (SWA) Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) rejected a tentative agreement put forward for a referendum vote. According to the union’s National Executive Council, the group rejected the contract because the economic package overall falls short. In the next week, AMFA will survey the AMT group to confirm the reason for rejection.

Multi Employer Pension Committee Mailing Address 09/18/18 - IUEC Local 10 It has come to our attention that the complete mailing address for Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT) and Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) were not included in the mailer that you received last week and this week.  Brother Mike Herrity and his wife, Rose, who are very heavy in the politic scene, have sent us a list of the mailing addresses for all of the committee members.

PSE CONVERSIONS 09/18/18 - APWU Cleveland Area Local FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT… A.P.W.U.’s efforts have resulted again in Cleveland’s most senior Clerk Craft PSE’s being converted to career employees.   Effective Sat., Sept. 29, 7 PSE’s will enjoy the benefits and security of full-time status. I am proud to say that the National, along with our Officers and Stewards of the A.P.W.U.

Local #10 Car Show and Rib Cookoff 09/18/18 - IUEC Local 10 The Local #10 Car Show and Rib Cookoff will be held Saturday, October 20, 2018.  The Local will provide each competitor with a rack of baby back ribs.  Your ribs will be available at 6:00 am at the Union Hall.  We will be serving ribs, wings, bbque and all the sides.  Rib judging will be at 2:00 pm.  Food will be served from 11:00 am until we run out.

AMFA - SWA Tentative Agreement Ratification Referendum Results 09/18/18 - AMFA September 18, 2018 -- The votes for the AMFA – Southwest Airlines (SWA) Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) Tentative Agreement (TA) Ratification Referendum were tallied on September 18, 2018. Votes for this referendum were counted and certified by TrueBallot, Inc. and the results are as follows...

Rest in Peace, Brother 09/18/18 - IUEC Local 10 The Officers and Members of Local #10, are hereby notified of the passing of Honorary Brother, William "Billy" Shumaker on September 13, 2018.  Billy had to be one of the nicest men I ever met.  He was a small man, but stood 12 feet tall when it came to personality and drive.  He knew what he wanted to do and knew how to do it.

MVS Settlements 09/18/18 - Charlotte Area Local APWU Holiday Peak Exception Period Terms Also Reached Major Win for the MVS Craft - POM 1995 Language Restored WEB NEWS ARTICLE #:  89-2018 09/13/2018 - When the USPS made changes to Chapters 5 and 7 of the Postal Operations Manual (POM) in 1995, APWU challenged the changes as not fair, reasonable, and equitable.

Amazon is Worth $1Trillion. It’s Workers Are on Food Stamps 09/17/18 - Teamsters local 570 September 17, 2018 | WAGES | Amazon just hit a $1 trillion valuation, but some of its workers feel poorer than ever. Jeff Bezos’s tech giant is the second U.S. company to be worth thirteen-digits on the stock market, following Apple, which hit $1 trillion in August. That’s all well and good for Bezos, whose net worth exceeds $150 billion.

Amazon is Worth $1Trillion. It’s Workers Are on Food Stamps 09/17/18 - Teamsters Local 992 September 17, 2018 | WAGES | Amazon just hit a $1 trillion valuation, but some of its workers feel poorer than ever. Jeff Bezos’s tech giant is the second U.S. company to be worth thirteen-digits on the stock market, following Apple, which hit $1 trillion in August. That’s all well and good for Bezos, whose net worth exceeds $150 billion.

Contract Vote Update - Monday - Sept 17 09/17/18 - IUOE 302 Contract Vote Update: Now that the ballots are out for the Third Tentative Agreement (TA) of the Western WA AGC Master Labor Agreement and you will soon be reviewing the offer and casting your vote I wanted to relay some thoughts and perspective on the offer. First, I want to refer you to the compensation packages for both this TA and the new Master Labor Agreement of Western WA (MLAWW). Both of these agreements reflect some of the most significant compensation increases we have had in as far back as I can remember. In addition to our significant monetary increases, we also negotiated for the inclusion of some critical language changes relating to double-time after 12 hours of work and special shift premium. I realize that there is some confusion about the impact on the two rates and how that will affect the members working under these two agreements. Simply put, public work will be prevailed at the higher of the two rates and private work will be paid at the contract rate that your contractor is signatory to. The new Prevailing Wage law that we were successful in passing last year, provides: “For trades and occupations with more than one collective bargaining agreement in the county, the higher rate will prevail.” At this time, the new MLAWW includes a rate that is higher than the TA. With respect to the TA before you, I believe this TA reflects the highest financial offer the contractors are willing to make without further concessions on the language and retro pay. I am proud of this organization and the membership for taking a stand! The way we came together was phenomenal and, with the support of the other crafts, we were able to come back with a final counter offer that is worthy of your thoughtful consideration. Thank you for seriously considering this TA and casting your vote.

2018 IBEW 332 Health Fair 09/17/18 - IBEW Local 332 Join us for IBEW'3 332 Health Fair on Saturday, October 6th, 2018. 9:00 am to noon. Free Health Screenings.

Union Car For Sale 09/17/18 - IBEW Local 659 For Sale $4,000 2007 Chevy Impala LTZ 186,000 miles Clean Leather Interior Moon Roof Boise Premium Sound Michelin Defenders, lots of mileage left. Contact the Union hall @ 541-664-0800 For more info.

El Paso Police Officer Arrested and Charged With Injury to Child 09/17/18 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association The El Paso Police Department’s Crimes Against Children (CAC) unit has arrested and charged five-year veteran El Paso Police Officer, Carlos Mendez with Injury to Child/Intent Serious Bodily Injury.  Investigators assigned to the El Paso Police Department’s CAC unit responded to University Medical Center (UMC) regarding an Injury to a Child case Thursday evening.

EVT UPDATES....... 09/17/18 - Connecticut Fire Equipment Mechanics Association CONGRATULAIONS to Dan Lamouteux, New Haven FD on his certification of MASTER FIRE APPARATUS TECHNICIAN... THANK YOU to Phil Boyer, Town of Greenwich, Fleet Dept for his time and dedication to the EVT program by sitting at the table for the validation conference to evaluate the current exams and make changes and develop questions to keep up with the new and ever changing technology.

And this: Tronc in talks to sell to McClatchy? 09/17/18 - Teamsters Local 888 Sept. 17, 2018 | A second firm is in talks to potentially acquire Chicago-based newspaper chain Tronc. California-based newspaper chain McClatchy is in “early stage” discussions to buy Tronc, owner of the Chicago Tribune and other major newspapers, a source familiar with the negotiations said Friday.

It looks like Tronc is about to be chopped up, sold for parts 09/17/18 - Teamsters Local 888 Sept. 17, 2018 | While it still requires some deal jiu-jitsu, Tronc looks to be on the brink of being broken up. Will Wyatt’s new Donerail Group, several confidential sources tell me, has now gotten the financing in place to do a deal to buy Tronc.

Amazon is Worth $1Trillion. It’s Workers Are on Food Stamps 09/17/18 - Teamsters Local 888 September 17, 2018 | WAGES | Amazon just hit a $1 trillion valuation, but some of its workers feel poorer than ever. Jeff Bezos’s tech giant is the second U.S. company to be worth thirteen-digits on the stock market, following Apple, which hit $1 trillion in August. That’s all well and good for Bezos, whose net worth exceeds $150 billion.

Forklift & Aerial Lift Certificates Class 09/17/18 - IATSE Local 33 The Training Committee is offering a Forklift & Aerial Lift Certificates class. Dates/Times/Location: Tuesday, Oct 9. @ 7 a.m. at Industrial Compliance Services, 12850 Foothill Blvd. Sylmar CA If you would like to reserve a spot in this class, please use the e-mail link listed below.  Do not call the office.

Fall Protection-Authorized User Certificate class 09/17/18 - IATSE Local 33 The Training Committee is offering a Fall Protection-Authorized User Certificate class. Dates/Times/Location: Friday, October 5,@ 8:30 a.m. at Local 33 hall. If you would like to reserve a spot in this class, please use the e-mail link listed below.  Do not call the office.

Emmy "Out" Parking Instructions 09/16/18 - IATSE Local 33 Attention: Anyone working the Monday night "Out" at the Emmy's will be parking in the east garage, you will be entering off of Olympic Blvd. This applies to anyone on calls from 5 pm and on.

Hurricane Florence Update #10 09/16/18 - Charlotte Area Local APWU HURRICANE FLORENCE UPDATE #10 September 16, 2018          We had a telecom this morning with the postal service on updates pertaining to hurricane Florence. We have scheduled teleconferences at 8am and 530pm each day continuing until Sunday.    During the telecom, we were notified of the changes in Hurricane Florence.

Trump's Supreme Court Nomination of Brett Kavanaugh Is Deeply Troubling 09/15/18 - International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Visit aflcio.org website to view the complete article. Working families deserve a Supreme Court justice who will respect the rights of working people and who will enforce decades of legal precedent that protect us in the workplace.

TWU Negotiations Letter 09/15/18 - TWU Local 568 Doug Parker & Robert lsom continue to tell their fantasy story online, rather than participating at the negotiating table. While both have promised our members "the best contract in the industry," neither has actively engaged in our negotiations to reach that objective.

Hurricane Florence Update #9 09/15/18 - Charlotte Area Local APWU HURRICANE FLORENCE UPDATE #9 September 15, 2018          We had a telecom this morning with the postal service on updates pertaining to hurricane Florence. We have scheduled teleconferences at 8am and 530pm each day continuing until Sunday.    During the telecom, we were notified of the changes in Hurricane Florence.

Hurricane Florence Update #8 09/14/18 - Charlotte Area Local APWU HURRICANE FLORENCE UPDATE #8 September 14, 2018          We had a telecom this evening with the postal service on their preparation for hurricane Florence. We have scheduled teleconferences at 8am and 530pm each day continuing until Sunday.    During the telecom, we were notified of the changes in Hurricane Florence.

Oxford Municipal Employees Unanimously Approve Successor Contract 09/14/18 - UPSEU After over a year of negotiations, the Oxford Municipal Employees voted to unanimously approve a three-year successor collective bargaining agreement. The negotiating team managed to bargain for significant economic improvements, including wage adjustments on top of above market graduated wage increases.

Funeral Services for Retired Lieutenant John E. Douglas 09/14/18 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association The El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association sadly announces the passing of retired Lieutenant John E. Douglas #117, who passed away on September 10, 2018 at the age of 83.  (Ret.) Lt. Douglas was the first African-American to be promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in 1977.

Hurricane Florence Update #7 09/14/18 - Charlotte Area Local APWU HURRICANE FLORENCE UPDATE #7 September 14, 2018          We had a telecom this morning with the postal service on their preparation for hurricane Florence. We have scheduled teleconferences at 8am and 530pm each day continuing until Sunday.    During the telecom, we were notified of the changes in Hurricane Florence.

General Membership Meeting 09/14/18 - Communications Workers of America Local 1120 There is a General Membership Meeting on Tuesday September 18, 2018 at Novellas in New Paltz. The meeting will begin at 6pm.

Attention Local 162 UPS Members - Ballots Have Arrived in Portland! Make Your Voice Heard! 09/14/18 - Teamsters Local 162 Dear Local 162 UPS Member:  Local 162 members at UPS in Portland have reported that they have received their ballots to ratify the proposed 5 year contract and have already started casting their ballots.

Upcoming November Elections - Volunteers Needed 09/13/18 - I.B.E.W. Local Union 266 Good afternoon Members,   There is an election coming up in November and in an effort to educate workers on labor friendly candidates our I.B.E.W. Land Organizer, Jason Simpson, is looking for volunteers to handle canvasing and phone banking. There are (3) daily three hour shifts available as well as a half day shift on Saturdays at alternating locations starting at 9am.

Local 162 and Veteran Prevail on Pension Grievance 09/13/18 - Teamsters Local 162 Local 162 member Marcus Winklepleck is a full-time UPS package driver at the Portland Swan Island building.  He is also a Navy veteran.  Marcus filed a grievance with Local 162 ater reading a previous story we published concerning a grievance settlement about pension contributions for two military veterans in the Portland feeder department.

COMPAS Urgent Call for Help 09/13/18 - KCPOG P.O. Box 94157, Seattle, WA 98134 www.compas-wa.org September 11, 2018 COMPAS Members: This is an URGENT call for HELP.

Pre-Order 768 T-Shirts and More 09/13/18 - IBEW Local 768 Pre-order your IBEW Local 768 t-shirts, hoodies, and hats today. Call during office hours or email the us with your order.  Cutoff for pre-orders will be September 28, 2018 at 5pm. Price may vary slightly depending on the volume of each order. So order yours today! Click to view. T-Shirt $20.00 Pullover Hoodie $40.00 Hats $20.

Hurricane Florence Update #6 09/13/18 - Charlotte Area Local APWU HURRICANE FLORENCE UPDATE #6 September 13, 2018          We had a telecom this morning with the postal service on their preparation for hurricane Florence. We have scheduled teleconferences at 8am and 7pm each day continuing until Sunday.    During the telecom, we were notified of the changes in Hurricane Florence.

STAY TUNED!!! 09/13/18 - IBEW Local 326 This Web Site is being UPDATED soon.

Primary Day 09/13/18 - Communications Workers of America Local 1120 Today is Primary Day in NY.  CWA 1120 has endorsed Jonathan Jacobson in the Democratic Primary for 104th Assembly District.  We urge all members to support him today.  We need Politicians that will fight for Unions in Albany.

Hurricane Florence Update #5 09/12/18 - Charlotte Area Local APWU HURRICANE FLORENCE UPDATE #5 September 12, 2018          We had multiple telecoms this afternoon, one with the Greensboro district at 3 p.m. today and at 7 p.m. with the Mid-Carolina district this evening with the postal service pertaining to their preparation for hurricane Florence.

AEU is Seeking Mobilizing Team Volunteers 09/12/18 - Association Employees Union Click Read More To Volunteer for the AEU Mobilizing Team!

Strike Fund Checks and Ballot Update - Wednesday - Sept 12 09/12/18 - IUOE 302 Strike Fund Checks and Ballot Update: The Strike Fund Checks and the Third Tentative Agreement Ballot for the Western WA AGC MLA were both mailed today.  Thank you again for your support and service during the labor dispute and please cast your vote.

Primary Day Tomorrow 09/12/18 - Teamsters Local 814 DON'T FORGET TO VOTE Primary Day is tomorrow.  If you are a registered Democrat, please consider voting for pro-labor candidates that have been endorsed by either Teamsters Local 814, Teamsters Joint Council 16 or both.  The complete list of Joint Council 16's state assembly endorsments is attached here.

JCBA Update 09.12.18 09/12/18 - TWU Local 568 Section 6 Openers for all Association Agreements Today, September 12, 2018, American Airlines delivered Section 6 notices for all open TWU-IAM Association collective bargaining agreements. Simply stated, a Section 6 notice officially opens contracts under the Railway Labor Act.

M2M Leadership Training..... Come & See How You Can Help 483 Stay UNION STRONG! 09/12/18 - IBEW Local 483 M2M Leadership Team Please RSVP if your are attending.  This is a really important meeting.  It is a turning point with regards to signing up new hires into our membership and retaining our current members. Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. we are having a M2M Leadership Team meeting at IBEW Local 483.

American Airlines Files for Mediation (Section 6) 09/12/18 - TWU Local 568 The following is a communication from the Company about their submission for mediated (Section 6) negotiations.  Today American formally requested that the National Mediation Board (NMB) assign a federal mediator to our negotiations with the TWU-IAM Association.

EPPD lieutenant shares story of working on 9/11 as a New York police officer 09/12/18 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association Lt. John Schneider began his career as a police officer in New York before joining the El Paso Police Department. He remembers very vividly working and helping civilians during the 9/11 terrorist attack. "At first, I thought it was just a plane, possible small plane, it's happened in the area before," said Schneider. Schneider quickly realized it was a terrorist attack.