Labor News for May 8, 2009

“FIREPOT”

 

 

THE NEXT UNION MEETING IS THURSDAY MAY 21, 2009 AT 5:00 PM

 

 

WE WERE SADDEDNED TO HEAR of the passing of Brother Tim Connolly on April 29, 2009.  Our thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family at this time.

 

UNION MEETINGS: As outlined in the last issue of “The Labor News” there were several “Special Notified” Meetings in the month of April and we will be holding another in the month of May.

 

#1 THURSDAY MAY 21, 2009 at 5:00 PM we will hold a Special Notified Meeting for the purpose of discussion on our ongoing contract talks. Our current Contract expired May 3, 2009; as of today we continue to meet with the employers and we will report, in detail, our current position on May 21st. We will also be conducting elections prior to the meeting for the positions as outlined below. The results of our previous two meetings are as follows:

 

#2 THURSDAY APRIL 23, 2009 at 5:00 PM we held a Special Notified Meeting at the Carpenters Union Hall (244 Paul Road). We opened the evening with a brief presentation; then everyone in attendance had the opportunity to tour the entire building. Upon return we completed a more in depth presentation with a full review of the appropriate financial information. Once all questions were answered we held a vote on several motions to purchase the building and all motions passed. The purchase of this building is a very exciting opportunity for our Union and we will be sure to get more information to all in the near future.

 

#3 THURSDAY APRIL 16, 2009 a Special Notified Meeting was held at 5:00 PM at our Hall for the purposes of nominations. The following members were nominated and are eligible to run for the following positions;

 

1)    One (1) Annuity Fund Trustee – 3 year Term.

·         Mark A. Snyder

·         John H. Bilinski

2)    One (1) Annuity Fund Trustee – 1 year Term.

·         Gerald J. Diodato

·         Christopher A. Lockwood

3)    One (1) Health Fund Trustee – Lifetime Term.

·         Donald A. Steltz

4)    One (1) Pension Fund Trustee – 3 year Term.

·         Gregory M. Bush

·         Robert T. Dille

 

5)    Two (2) delegates to the National Convention:

·         Donald A. Steltz

·         Chris M. Hollfelder

·         Patrick J. Cribbin

 

ELECTIONS: for the above positions will be held on THURSDAY MAY 21, 2009 at our union hall from 12:00 (Noon) - 5:00 PM after which we will hold a Union Meeting to conduct the special and regular order of business.

 

DUES REMINDER: We would like to remind everyone that your dues must be paid prior to the first day of the month. Please save yourself the late payment fees by paying your dues on time.

 

RECORD UPDATES: We are in the process of updating our records and are asking ALL members to complete new authorization and beneficiary cards. Please stop by the hall at your earliest opportunity and complete these cards. It will only take a few minutes of your time but they are vitally important to your family and your union.

 

NEW T-SHIRTS ARE IN! The new short sleeve t-shirts are in. If you are a smaller size & have been waiting for them to arrive, you should hurry in to get yours before the mediums & larges are gone!

 

“WE HANG DUCKS” t-shirt: Does anybody have an old t-shirt with the “We hang ducks” design on it?  This may have been from the late 80’s or early 90’s. Any help will be appreciated.

 

DADS DAY GOLF: We will be holding our 18th Annual Len DeWolf-DADS DAY Golf Tournament on Saturday June 13, 2009; 1:30PM Shotgun Start @ Brockport CC. Rob Loewke and Joe Grygrowych have been working hard to make this the great event it always is. Please join us for a great time with good friends. 

 

 

SAVE THE DATES:

 

·         DAD’s Day Golf @ Brockport Country Club

Saturday June 13th 2009:

 

·         DAD’s Day Corner Collection

Saturday June 20th 2009:

 

·         Pin Dinner & Graduation Party @ Rochester Riverside Convention Center

Friday June 26th 2009:

 

·         Local #46 Family Picnic @ Seabreeze

Saturday June 27th 2009:

 

·         Day At The Races               

Saturday August 1st, 2009:

 

·         Labor Day Parade               

Monday September 7th 2009:

 

·         Clambake @ Barnard Exempts

Saturday September 12th 2009:

 

·         Breakfast With Santa @ Barnard Exempts

Saturday December 12th 2009:

 

·         Union Christmas Party @ Ricks Prime Rib

Friday December 18th 2009:

 

 

 

 

LOCAL #46 RETIREE’S CLUB

 

 

We had 27 retirees attend our April meeting. Joe Leone reported on the new building, Pension Fund and Union business.

 

Our next meeting is Tuesday May 12, 2009. A light lunch will be served after.

 

The meetings are always on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 AM at the Union Hall.

 

We are looking forward to seeing you there.

 

Fraternally,

Al Taylor

President

 

MAY RETIREE’S BIRTHDAYS: Richard Bush, John Carlson, Sam Catucci, Vincent Damiano, Tim Doell, Victor Dulnik, Dick Dumontier, Ed Engel, Bill Finn, Sr., Paul Kaczmarek, Frank Keatley, George Kukla, Ron Lupo, Americo Marini, Bernie Merkel, Mike Morgan, Gerald Paternico, John Polle, Don Schneider, Charlie Sechrist, Mike Speciale and Gerald Vogt.

 

If you see one of them in May, wish them a very Happy Birthday!

 

 

 

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LOCAL #46 BENEFIT NEWS

(585) 458-0400

 

 

Attention Medicare part D Retirees:  You may be receiving a phone call from Excellus (through the ELIZA Corporation) regarding your prescription drug coverage.  This is a Coordination of Benefits (COB) Survey.  This is information that (CMS) the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services requires so that member claims are processed correctly.

Your coverage will not be changed as a result of this survey.  It only impacts which payer is the primary payer if you have other coverage.

We appreciate your cooperation. 

 

HEALTH FUND: By now everyone should have received your new Summary Plan Description (SPD) in a 3-ring. If you have not received one please give the benefits office a call. 

 

PERSONAL INFORMATION: If you have moved or have changed phone numbers or if you have changed your marital status, beneficiary status or dependant status please be sure to inform our office. We cannot help you if we cannot find you.

 

As always, please call us in the Fund office with any questions or concerns you may have.

 

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LOCAL #46 SCHOOL NEWS

(585) 647-3200

 

 

A note to Foremen, Superintendents, and Owners: New York State law regarding the use of Apprentices on all prevailing rate work is very clear. Appropriate ratios must be maintained at all times. The Joint Apprentice and Training Committee would like to restate that ALL registered Apprentices are required to work under the direct supervision of a Sheet Metal Mechanic at ALL times.

 

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IN 46 WORDS OR LESS: “It is but a truism that labor is most productive when its wages are largest. Poorly paid labor is inefficient labor, the world over”. - Henry George.

 

Joe and Greg