03
Aug
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Local 769 joins the Rivers Coalition

Teamsters Local 769 is joining the Rivers Coalition to help advocate for clean waterways in Florida. Teamsters Local 769 was voted in as members of the Rivers Coalition on July 28, 2016, with shop steward Stevan Anderson appointed as the voting delegate to represent the local.  Steven is employed at Club Med in Port Saint Lucie, FL. The Rivers Coalition is a group of more than 85 businesses and organizations and their mission "is to fight for a safe, healthy and ecologically balanced St. Lucie River Estuary and Indian River Lagoon.  Natural resources that are vital to the economy and quality of life of Martin County and…
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02
Aug
Construction

Teamsters National Pipeline Training Course in Miami

On Saturday August 20th, 2016, Teamsters Local 769 will be hosting a Compliance, Safety and Accountability (CSA)/Defensive Driving Course for the Teamsters National Pipeline Training Fund at our Miami hall. The course is approximately four to six hours in length and if you are interested in attending, you must call to reserve your spot. Contact the Miami hall at (305) 642-6255 Date: August 20, 2016 Time: 8:00 am Where: 12365 W. Dixie Hwy, North Miami, FL 33161 RSVP Required: (305) 642-6255
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05
Jul
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29th International Convention Wrap-up

The 29th International Teamsters Convention was filled with many memorable moments and a clear path for the success of our Union was drawn into the future. Numerous resolutions were passed during the week as updates on many of the battles we are engaged in were discussed. On Monday, Teamsters Local 769 President and Principal Officer Mike Scott spoke about the IBT plan "Let's Get America Working" which our local union fully supports. "For far too long our government infrastructure investment has taken a back seat to corporate tax breaks", said Mike. That's why the Teamsters rolled out the Let's Get America…
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21
Jun
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2016 Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship

Teamster parents work hard to provide for their children and funding for a good education is a top priority for all who have children nearing the end of high school. The Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship fund is something that  all children of Teamsters Local 769 members are eligible for and the following application form can be printed at home or requested from your stewards or business agents. All 2016 graduating seniors are eligible to apply. All Teamsters Local 769 members are welcome and encouraged to help support the event that helps fund our scholarships by attending our Annual Golf Tournament on October 1, 2016.
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26
May
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Teamsters Local 769 Recognizes Supporters

On Thursday May 19, 2016, Teamsters Local 769 welcomed the Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners Jean Monestime and his Senior Policy Advisor Terry Murphy, PhD. They were acknowledged during our monthly General Membership Meeting for their commitment to Miami's working class and the recent passage of the Living Wage Health Care Amendment in Miami-Dade County.  Commissioner Monestime sponsored the amendment of which the improvements to our members' healthcare coverage will be a tangible, significant, and a lasting change for the better. Commissioner Monestime serves Miami-Dade County in District 2 which encompasses portions of the City of Miami, North Miami Beach, Opa-locka, City of Hialeah…
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15
May
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10th Anniversary of the Teamsters Local 769 Car Show

For the 10th year in a row,  the Teamsters Local 769 Annual South Picnic will feature a car show which has grown to be one of its favorite attractions. If you haven't already marked November 5th on your calendar, you should. Among the many other activities at the South Picnic, the car show will again feature classic and late-model cars, some in original condition and some customized but all are a must see. If you have a vehicle that you’d like to enter in this year’s show, see the flyer below for details on how you can enter. Be sure to check out this video…
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07
May
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Teamsters Applaud Treasury Decision to Deny CSPF Cuts, Protect Retiree Pensions

Union Will Continue to Move Forward on Legislative Efforts to Repeal MPRA, Protect Pensions (WASHINGTON) – Today, the Department of Treasury announced its decision to deny the Central States, Southeast and Southwest Areas Pension Fund (CSPF) application to cut the pensions of thousands of Teamsters Union retirees. The union applauds this decision, and will continue to work with members of Congress to find a solution to the pension crisis. CSPF filed the application for cuts with the Treasury Department in September 2015 as allowed under the Kline-Miller Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA). Treasury appointed Kenneth Feinberg as a Special…
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27
Apr
H.R.C. - Human Rights Commission

iPods for Wounded Veterans Wins Volunteer Service Organization of the Year

On Sunday, April 17, 2016, iPods for Wounded Veterans received an award from V.A. Medical Center as “Volunteer Service Organization of the Year” for our ongoing devoted service for our Veterans.  During the 2016 and 2017 we have multiple trips planned in W.P.B., Orlando & Tampa Florida in our continued support for our wounded veterans. For additional information and to find out how “you” can get involved with iPods for Wounded Veterans, kindly contact Teamsters Local 769 Business Agent and Southern USA representative for iPods for Wounded Veterans David Rensahw at (305) 642-6255 Ext 2236 or drenshaw@teamsterslocal769.org” and we would…
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22
Apr
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Maruti Teamsters Ratify First Contract

A year ago, when workers at Maruti Fleet and Management voted unanimously to become members of Teamsters Local 769. Among the many things they were seeking was job security, seniority rights and a voice on the job. On Monday April 11, 2016 Maruti Teamsters voted to ratify their first contract where along with wage increases they gained more personal time, vacation time, job security in the form of a strong grievance procedure and a contract that will last them the next three years. Maruti Fleet and Management operates FREE public trams at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and well…
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