Public, Professional & Office-Clerical Employees and Drivers
14675 Interurban Ave S. Ste 305, Tukwila, WA 98168 ● 206-441-0763 ● 877-441-0763
The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund
The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund is please to announce the 2008 Essay Contest. The contest will commence July 1st, 2008, with a deadline date of September 30th, 2008.
In November 1999, the General Executive Board passed a resolution to create an independent, not-for-profit scholarship fund dedicated to the memory of the revered former General President, James R. Hoffa. Since it's creation, The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund has helped hundreds of Teamster children and grandchildren finance their education. The total amount awarded to students last year was $400,000.
For more information on the James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship fund, click here.
Observance of Independence Day
In observance of Independence Day, the offices will be closed Friday, July 4th, 2008. Have a wonderful and safe holiday!
Flood Victims need your help!
Click here for more information on how to donate to the Teamsters Disaster Relief Fund.
City of Monroe - 6/23/08
The Office/Clerical, Public Works & Parks and the Supervisor’s bargaining units in the City of Monroe ratified their contracts in May. All three bargaining units negotiated payroll and direct employer contributions to the Teamsters Pension Plan taking advantage of the pension plan “2 for 1” service credit for prior years of service. Thanks to Dale Olson, Cheri Hurst, Julie Stuvland, Theresa Davis, Scott Barr and Donovan Sheppard.
City of Marysville - 6/23/08
The City of Marysville ratified a new contract which also includes additional money into the Teamsters Pension through a wage diversion for P.W., Parks and Golf departments. Thanks to Paul Kenney, Sam Day, Shane Freeman and Patricia Duemmell.
City of Bellevue - 6/23/08
City of Bellevue PCD finally has a new contract with thanks to Jonathan Anderson, Ken Hageman, Bruce Schneller and Rich Kirschner.
Seattle Municipal Court - 6/23/08
The Seattle Municipal Court a new agreement that includes doubling of the transit subsidy with thanks to stewards Lillian Peck, Robert Braxton and Mary Keefe.
City of North Bend - 6/23/08
We recently ratified the City of North Bend Public Works contract. A big thank you to Mark Pray for his fine work representing his co-workers in the negotiations. The City of Edmonds has a new contract with thanks to the bargaining committee members Dave Timbrook, Loren Angiono, Vincent Smith, Jim Clemens, Jeff Whatmore, Gene Evans and Jim Moors.
Northshore School District - 6/23/08
The Northshore SD Warehouse Division has a new agreement with thanks to Colin Morrin.
Bonney Watson - 6/23/08
Local 763 recently ratified contracts at Bonney Watson and Evergreen Washelli. Without our rank and file bargaining unit members participating in negotiations we could not have been as successful as we were. Thank you to Craig Lohr and Sally Sadero of Bonney Watson and Rich Carey and Katherine Kuffel of Evergreen Washelli.
Special thanks to the above-named individuals who worked hard and provided resources, experience and knowledge representing their Bargaining Units with integrity and professionalism.
Other News - 6/23/08
Congratulations to our newest bargaining unit, the supervisors at the Seattle Municipal Court. We will enter into contract talks for their first agreement in the near future.
Current negotiations - 6/23/08
We are in negotiations or in the beginning of negotiations with the Oak Harbor Freight, Active USA, and First Student. The cities of Issaquah, Kirkland, Des Moines, Sultan, Medina, North Bend (OT&C), and Tukwila. In addition, negotiations continue with the King County Assessors, the Ronald Sewer District, Shoreline Water District, Snohomish County Corrections Captains and Sergeants, Highline SD, Issaquah SD, Lake Washingto SD, Northshore SD and Puget Sound Clean Air Agency.
Oak Harbor Freight Lines - 6/17/08
The Union Committee, which included; Tyson Johnson IBT Freight Director and International Vice-President of the Southern region, Gordon Sweeton Assistant IBT Freight Director and an International Vice President of the Central region, Bob Paffenroth Western Freight Director, and
Michael Simone IBT Freight Representative, and the Company Representatives met Tuesday June 3rd. The Union presented a proposal to the Company.
The following day the Union Committee took the opportunity to visit the Auburn OHFL terminal, which included meeting members in the Clerical division, the Dock and Drivers, and the Shop mechanics. They then visited the available office staff at the Corporate office.
The Union Committee spoke with many members answering questions, concerns, and issues, providing an update to the current contract status. It was inspiring to see the IBT Representatives so involved and committed to the OHFL employees.
click here for more Oak Harbor photos
Congratulations to Lannie Fowler on his retirement - 6/17/08
Lannie Fowler was hired at Kenworth in June, 1969 and retired on May 30, 2008, which was also his birthday! In his 39 years at Kenworth, he survived many layoffs and a couple of strikes. Lannie has, over the years, been a very vocal supporter of strengthening and increasing our
Teamsters Pension, and was instrumental in convincing his co-workers of the wisdom of diverting large portions of wage increases into the pension. He is now enjoying the fruits of that success.
Lannie now plans on buying a new trailer for camping with his wife, Judy, and spending more time at the ocean and fishing.
Congratulations Lannie on a job well done!
Passing - 6/17/08
Lisa Reimers passed away on May 25, 2008 at the age of 39. Lisa worked for the City of Mukilteo Police Department for over 16 years. She was an integral part of the department and always had a smile. In addition Lisa was the consummate shop steward, member of the negotiating committee always proactive in resolving issues in the workplace and cared about her coworkers. She is survived by her husband Ken, her parents, Richard and Denise Marinaccio, her brother
Brian (Christina) and their children, numerous family members and friends. Lisa was as avid animal lover. She was taken too soon. Our prayers go out to her family and friends. Donations can be made to NOAH Animal Rescue, 31300 Brandstrom Rd., Stanwood, WA 98282.
Newspaper, Magazine and Electronic Media Workers Conference - 6/16/08
As the delegate from Local 763, on June 9-11, Business Agent Jeff Clark attended the Newspaper, Magazine and Electronic Media Workers Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. The delegates heard from numerous speakers and the conference was informative. Joseph Molinero, Director of the Newspaper, Magazine and Electronic Media Workers Conference, gave the state of the industry address and outlines some challenges and opportunities which lay ahead. One of the speakers
outlines that only a small percentage of the industry is organized and work is needed to increase membership. The delegates voted on by-law changes, attended workshops, reviewed organizing opportunities, and networked with other Business Agents from across America and Canada. Additionally, a presentation was provided on a new benefit option.
16th Annual Joint Council of Teamsters No. 28 Golf Classic
Teamsters Local No. 763 was a sponsor at this year's 16th
Annual JC-28 Golf Classic to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association, which was held on May 2nd, 2008 at the Washington National Golf Club.
Locally, the Muscular Dystrophy Association serves nearly 2,000 families who are affected by neuromuscular diseases. MDA provides diagnostic testing and clinical care at the University of Washington Medical Center and Children's Hospital. Services also include funding for wheelchairs and leg braces, physical therapy, support groups, and a children's summer camp program. In addition, MDA is the world leader in researching causes of neuromuscular disease, and for finding treatments and
cures.
(Business Agent Anthony Murrietta, members: Warren Orr, Matt Huft and Rod Langford from the City of Tukwila)
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The next General Membership meeting will be held on August 20th, 2008 @ 7:00 P.M. in the Auditorium at the
Teamsters Building
14675 Interurban Ave S.
Tukwila, WA 98168
Please make every effort to attend!
Reminder from the Dues Office
Keep your dues current. Dues need to be posted on the last day of the month or will be considered delinquent. Also, we need to be notified of any change of mailing address by calling 206-441-0763. Employers typically don’t pass that information on to us. If you leave employment, contact the Local to request a withdrawal card.