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South Florida Freshpoint Teamsters Ratify NEW 4-Year Contract

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May

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South Florida Freshpoint Teamsters Ratify NEW 4-Year Contract

On Saturday, May 14, 2022, Teamsters at Freshpoint in Pompano Beach, Florida, ratified a new 4-year contract which includes significant wage improvements, increased number of personal days, Martin Luther King Holiday, and improved discipline language. Members at Freshpoint fought to join the Teamsters back in 2016, and this agreement is the second contract these workers will enjoy since demanding representation. Teamsters Local 769 has grown accustomed to negotiating with Sysco, the parent company of Freshpoint since we represent nearly all Sysco employees within our Local Union's jurisdiction. Freshpoint's first contract was a hard-fought battle, and this agreement was no different.…

UPS In-Cab Camera Class Action Grievance Update

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May

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UPS In-Cab Camera Class Action Grievance Update

The following is the latest update on the In-Cab Camera Class Action Grievances file by Teamsters Local 769.

UPS Roundtable – Today & Planning for 2023

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Apr

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UPS Roundtable – Today & Planning for 2023

News: Workers at Ryder Supply Chain Solutions join the Teamsters. Details from our March 2022 General Membership Meeting including a 2022 Legislative debrief by Andy Madtes. Teamsters Local 769 E-board passes a resolution on Ukraine - see the entire resolution here - https://teamsterslocal769.org/forms/Ukraine-Resolution-TeamstersLocal769.pdf . The local receives a Thank You letter from a 2021 Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship recipient. Promo: Teamster Privilege Benefits Package - https://teamster.org/benefits/ Main Story: Teamsters Local 769 Business Agents and UPS Stewards discuss common issues at our UPS facilities and give solid advice to help combat issues in the workplace. A plan leading into 2023 contract…

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Mar

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Go Team Airline Training

News: Details from our February 2022 General Membership Meeting, Steward Seminar & Scholarships Promo: Teamster Privilege Benefits Package Main Story: An interview with Chris Moore of the Airline Division, and members from Northern Air Cargo, who discuss the important role the Union plays in accident investigation and more. Promo: Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship Fund Special Thanks: Chris Moore and David Renshaw. Closing Credits: 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 Agents. Episode written and produced by Bryan Bezpiaty.

The 2022 FL Legislative Session Begins & A Look Back at 2021

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Feb

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The 2022 FL Legislative Session Begins & A Look Back at 2021

News: Special Guest at our 2021 Holiday Meeting, Airline Training during August of 2021, 2021 Teamsters Local 769 Toy Drive wrap-up, a tribute to the Great Don Marr, and the 2022 Legislative Update Story 1: Segments from our 2021 Holiday General Membership Meeting featuring Josh Zivalich and a very special guest, James P. Hoffa. Promo: Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship Fund Story 2: Andy Madtes joins us to discuss the beginning of the 2022 Florida legislative session and details a few of the bad bills that we need to keep an eye on. SB 1124 and HB 943, would have a…

January General Membership Meeting Cancelled

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Jan

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January General Membership Meeting Cancelled

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Dec

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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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Nov

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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.…

XPO Workers in Miami Secure Historic First Contract

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Jul

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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…

UPS On Car Cameras & Public Sector Update

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Jun

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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…