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Apr
15
Apr
Drivers at Sysco SEF Vote for Teamster Representation
In a major victory, Sysco workers in West Palm Beach voted to join Teamsters Local 769 in Miami. With 84 drivers in the bargaining unit, the vote for Teamster representation was 66 to 15, an 81.5-percent margin of victory. “Today, the drivers at Sysco in West Palm Beach stood strong and united and took a bold step by forming their union with the Teamsters,” said Mike Scott, Local 769 President. “The company waged its typical anti-union campaign, but the workers persevered and remained focused. We look forward to working with the drivers to help negotiate a contract that will improve…
08
Apr
First Transit Para-transit Drivers WIN!
Workers at First Transit in Broward County voted by an overwhelming 82.5% for Teamster representation on Friday April 8th, 2016. The bargaining unit, which consist of nearly 120 para-transit drivers, is contracted by Broward County to provide services to primarily elderly and special needs citizens who need transportation to medical appointments, shopping and other essential locations. Congratulations to our new Teamster brothers and sisters and welcome. Your hard work and solidarity will continue to reward you.
06
Apr
Living Wage Healthcare Amendment PASSES in Miami-Dade
Teamsters Local 769, along with help from the South Florida AFL-CIO, SEIU, South Florida Interfaith Worker Justice, and Catalyst Miami, have fought to pass the Living Wage Healthcare Amendment in Miami-Dade County. On April 5, 2016 Miami-Dade County Commissioners voted 12 to 1 in favor of passing the amendment which will help thousands of working families access affordable healthcare. This victory marks an important step for working families in South Florida and gets us one step closer to raising the minimum wage. Many thanks to: Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava, commissioner Xavier Suarez, Terry Murphy from commissioner Monestime's office, Camilo Mejia…
22
Mar
Notice for City of Coral Gables Members
The following notice pertains to all members in the Coral Gables Retirement System regarding the COLA. If you are have been in the Coral Gables Retirement System for a period of at least 1 year prior to January 1st, 2013, please read the following document thoroughly.
29
Feb
UAL Teamsters Escalate Picketing and Warn of Possible Strikes
On February 26, 2016, hundreds of United Airlines mechanics picketed at the San Francisco, Los Angeles (LAX), Newark, LaGuardia, Washington Dulles, Cleveland, Boston Logan and Orlando airports, to educate passengers about the possibility of upcoming strikes. Last week, mechanics voted down United’s contract proposal by 93 percent. Mechanics also voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike. Over 9,000 mechanics at United are represented by the Teamsters Union, which is petitioning the National Mediation Board for a strike release. “We sacrificed a lot, including our retirement security, to save this company,” said shop steward Fred Wood, a 24-year mechanic at United in…
28
Feb
Applications For 2016 JRH Scholarship Fund
Teamster Sons and Daughters Eligible to Apply The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications for scholarship awards. The deadline for receipt of completed materials is March 31, 2016. Materials have been sent to every local union in the US and Canada, but if you would like to download the materials, please see the link below. Scholarship applicants compete in one of the five geographic regions where the Teamster Member Relation’s Teamsters Union affiliate is located. One category of awards totals $10,000 each. These four-year scholarships are disbursed at the rate of $2,500 per year and are…
23
Feb
Orlando UAL Mechanics Protest Contract Offer
February 19, 2016, hundreds of United Airlines mechanics protested the airline’s contract offer by picketing outside key maintenance bases at the San Francisco, Houston and Orlando airports. The above video is of members of Teamsters Local 769 at Orlando International Airport. The mechanics held picket signs that read, “Millions for UAL Execs—Peanuts for Passengers and Mechanics.” Line mechanics and technicians at other United facilities across the United States also participated by wearing “Tell UAL: NO” stickers at their workplaces. Earlier this week, mechanics voted down United’s contract proposal by 93 percent. Mechanics also voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike. Over 9,000…
22
Feb
2nd Annual Florida Shoot For A Cure
Sporting Clay fans and shooting enthusiasts in general that want to support a good cause, please consider joining us for the 2nd Annual Shoot For a Cure event benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Again this year, Teamsters Local 769 Business Agent John Sherman is a member of the Executive Committee who helped to put together this great event. The goal of this years event is to raise $20,000. Please RSVP by May 18th, 2016 as this event will sell out. Date : Friday May 27, 2016 Location : Quail Creek Plantation, Okeechobee, FL For more information, see the entry form/flyer below…
04
Feb
TEAMSTERS OFFER $10,000 REWARD
The Teamsters Union is offering a $10,000 reward for any information leading to the whereabouts of Sierra Shields. Shields, a flight attendant with Shuttle America for Delta and United Airlines flights, and a member of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, has been missing since Jan. 14, 2016. She was last seen leaving New York's LaGuardia Airport on foot that morning. The Queens resident is 5'6" or 5'7", weighing approximately 160 pounds and has black hair and brown eyes. "The Teamsters are deeply concerned about the recent developments surrounding Ms. Shields. Today we demonstrate our continued commitment to finding her," said Jim Hoffa, Teamsters General President. "We are…