Nurses VICTORY & 769 Toy Drive

Nurses VICTORY & 769 Toy Drive

News: Local Union growth & new members, peak season, scholarships, and our Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament. Segment 1: Josh Zivalich joins us to discuss growth in specific industries and new members related to organizing victories or first contracts. Additionally, we speak about high volume during peak season in the small package division. Our scholarship recipients receive their awards and the golf tournament helps provide funds after a one-year absence. David Renshaw joins us to discuss the 2021 Teamsters Local 769 Toy Drive, who contributes to the success of the program, and what toys are suggested. Promo: Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship…
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2021 Teamsters Local 769 Toy Drive

2021 Teamsters Local 769 Toy Drive

While things are returning to normal for many of us this holiday season, others are still struggling. When shopping online or in-person this year, remember to pick up an extra toy for those less fortunate. Teamsters Local 769 will again be collecting toys for children in need this year and we will be distributing those toys collected through programs in Dade, Broward, Monroe, and Palm Beach Counties. The following flyer can be distributed to all members to help spread the word. Since toys are again being split over multiple areas, please encourage all of your brothers and sisters to participate.…
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XPO Workers in Miami Secure Historic First Contract

XPO Workers in Miami Secure Historic First Contract

On Saturday, Jul 10, 2021workers at XPO in Miami made history by voting unanimously to approve their first-ever Teamster contract and the first contract at XPO Logistics in the nation. It was a long road to get to this point as their journey began well over 6 years ago, way back when their company was still named Con-way Freight. These workers, who operate out of the Miami XPO facility, voted to join Teamsters Local 769 on December 11th, 2014. What they had to endure to get to this point is nothing short of infuriating. XPO driver Mike Zangrillo said it…
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UPS On Car Cameras & Public Sector Update

UPS On Car Cameras & Public Sector Update

News: The 769 Golf Tournament Returns, Florida’s legislative session ends and UPS On Car Cameras Promo: The 2021 Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship Fund Golf Tournamenthttps://teamsterslocal769.org/events Main Story: Steve Myers breaks down the NEW City of Fort Pierce contract and provides insight into American Rescue Plan funding of Public Sector Essential Workers. Promo: NEW 2021 Smartphone app promohttps://teamsterslocal769.org/app Special Thanks: To Josh Zivalich, Steve Myers and Our members who helped fight off terrible legislation in Tallahassee Show produced by the Officers and Staff of Teamsters Local 769 including Josh Zivalich, Roly Piña and Steve Myers with contributions by Local 769 Business…
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City of Fort Pierce Workers Ratify 1st Year Increase of 8%

City of Fort Pierce Workers Ratify 1st Year Increase of 8%

On Tuesday, May 25, 2021, public sector members at the City of Fort Pierce ratified a new 3 year contract which includes an 8% increase for all workers in the first year of the agreement and additional incentive pay increases for sanitation workers. The agreement also includes reopeners for wages during the second and third years, so this contract ensures that these essential workers will be compensated for their efforts now and into the future. The public sector workers in the City of Fort Pierce have been represented by the Teamsters for 45 years and are the longest running public…
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Florida Union’s Dodge a Bullet

Florida Union’s Dodge a Bullet

It’s finally over, the 2021 Florida Legislative Session has come to a close on Friday April 30, 2021. Union's had been under a relentless attack during one of the worst legislative sessions in recent memory, but we were successful in our fight to stand up for our brothers and sisters, and working people throughout the state.There were many pieces of disgusting legislation, but few that were worse than the union-busting SB 1014/HB 835. These packages changed dramatically over time, with bills moving and stalling beginning before the session during the Interim Committee process in January. In the end, anti-worker forces…
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IBT STATEMENT ON WORKERS MEMORIAL DAY 2021

IBT STATEMENT ON WORKERS MEMORIAL DAY 2021

The pandemic has challenged workers throughout North America. For our 200,000 Teamster Public Services Division members, it has meant hard work and sacrifice. Many of us have been putting our lives on the line performing essential services to keep our nation running. For some of us, the past year has meant the loss of someone we know—family a friends, neighbors, and co-workers. That’s why this year’s Workers’ Memorial Day is particularly poignant, as we honor those who have passed away and been injured while serving on the front lines of this unprecedented national health crisis. Every year on April 28,…
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