URGENT UPDATE ON ATTACKS
01
Mar
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URGENT UPDATE ON ATTACKS

Main Story: Business Agent Andy Madtes is sounding the alarm and we need to listen. With the legislative session well underway, lawmakers are once again setting their sights on union members, and this time they’re aiming for the kill shot. Listen NOW as Andy breaks down the latest attacks on working families, the dangerous new laws coming out of Tallahassee, and why this moment may be “now or never” for our members to stand up, get engaged, and fight back. Closing Credits: Show produced by the Officers and Staff of Teamsters Local 769, including Josh Zivalich, Steve Myers, and Eddy Valero,…
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Thankful for Union Power
25
Nov
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Thankful for Union Power

Main Story: Business Agent Andy Madtes joins us to discuss numerous Public Sector recertification elections and the upcoming legislative session in Tallahassee. Closing Credits: Show produced by the Officers and Staff of Teamsters Local 769, including Josh Zivalich, Steve Myers, and Eddy Valero, with contributions by Local 769 Business Agents. The episode was produced by Bryan Bezpiaty. Show notes available at https://teamsterslocal769.org/solidarity  Music in this episode: Title and Credits Theme - The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628  Ft: Apoxode Promo backgrounds - Onion Capers by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed…
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Proven Path to Victory
12
Mar
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Proven Path to Victory

Main Story: Business Agent Andy Madtes joins us to discuss the City of Fort Lauderdale's current status and potential threats to working families during the current legislative session in Tallahassee. Story 2: Teamsters Local 769 Secretary-Treasurer and Business Agent Steve Myers breaks down the state of negotiations at Sysco and UNFI, along with an update on our Public Sector units. Teamsters remain undefeated despite legislative attacks. Stick around until the end for news about a big VICTORY in the show's closing minutes. Special Thanks: Steve Myers and Andy Madtes Closing Credits: Show produced by the Officers and Staff of Teamsters…
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Monroe County Special Report
16
Jan
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Monroe County Special Report

Main Story: Andy Madtes gives a detailed report on the challenges facing workers at Monroe County Special thanks to Andy Madtes. Closing Credits: Show produced by the Officers and Staff of Teamsters Local 769, including Josh Zivalich, Steve Myers, and Eddy Valero, with contributions by Local 769 Business Agents. The episode was written and produced by Bryan Bezpiaty. Show notes available at https://teamsterslocal769.org/solidarity  Music in this episode: Title and Credits Theme - The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628  Ft: Apoxode Promo backgrounds - Onion Capers by Kevin MacLeod…
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Countdown to 2024 Election
29
Oct
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Countdown to 2024 Election

Main Story: Teamsters Local 769 President and Principal Officer Josh Zivalich breaks down the process for making political endorsements and the importance of voting for candidates who support our Union. Special Thanks go to Andy Madtes, Dan Allen, Joel Brito, Erica Bush, Josh Joseph, Breon Plummer, and Luis Ramirez, who have dedicated so much time and effort to educating our brothers and sisters on Teamster issues. Closing Credits: Show produced by the Officers and Staff of Teamsters Local 769, including Josh Zivalich, Steve Myers, and Eddy Valero, with contributions by Local 769 Business Agents. The episode was written and produced…
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VOTE for Candidates That Support Working Families
23
Oct
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VOTE for Candidates That Support Working Families

Early voting has begun in Florida and runs through November 3rd, 2024. Locate your Supervisor of Elections office HERE to find information specific to your county. Mail-in Ballots can be requested until October 24th, 2024. All ballots must be received by the Supervisor of Elections' office, regardless of postmark, no later than 7:00 p.m. (local time) on Election Day. Members can find our list of endorsed candidates in their smartphone app or use the copy below.
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2024 Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship
05
Jun
General Membership

2024 Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship

Education is the cornerstone of progress, and Teamsters Local 769 recognizes the vital role it plays in shaping tomorrow's leaders. That's why we're proud to announce the release of the 2024 application for the Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship Fund. Established to support the educational aspirations of the children of Teamster members, the TLU769 Scholarship Fund is a testament to our commitment to fostering growth and opportunity within our Union family. We understand the financial challenges of pursuing higher education and are dedicated to alleviating some of that burden through these scholarships. The Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship Fund is open to…
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Attacks on Our Union
29
Jan
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Attacks on Our Union

News: Excerpts from our January 2024 General Membership Meeting, including letters from scholarship recipients and an update from Tallahassee. Main Story: Andy Madtes breaks down the latest legislative attacks on working families from Tallahassee Announcement: Fidelity Mortgage 2nd Story: Toy Drive.  Annoucement: Union Discounts Special Thanks go to Andy Madtes, David Renshaw, and ALL who donated to our Toy Drive. Closing Credits: Show produced by the Officers and Staff of Teamsters Local 769, including Josh Zivalich, Roly Pina, and Steve Myers, with contributions by Local 769 Business Agents. The episode was written and produced by Bryan Bezpiaty. Show notes available…
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