local769 – Page 11 – Teamsters Local 769

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Nov

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Teamsters Local 769 Annual Toy Drive

Once again this holiday season, Teamsters Local 769 will be collecting toys for children in need. We will be distributing those collected through programs in Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach and Monroe Counties. The following flyer can be posted on Local 769 approved job site bulletin boards and distributed to all members. With toys being split to multiple areas, please encourage all of your brothers and sisters to give toys for the less fortunate. Help us make this year’s Toy Drive the biggest ever. All toys should be dropped off at the Miami hall between now and the deadline or they can…

16

Nov

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UAL Tentative Agreement Voting Instructions

The following information applies to All UAL Technicians Everyone should be aware the voting information for the TA has been mailed, by "BallotPoint", Monday, November 14, 2016. The following memos will help explain the general voting information, when and how to request a "Duplicate Package", when the voting will end, etc. We encourage all s-CAL, s-UAL & s-MIC members affected by this contract vote, take the time to make themselves familiar with the TA details and the voting process so you get to exercise your right to vote!! You must have all the correct facts in order to make an informed…

08

Nov

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Election Day – Time to Vote Like a Teamster

Election day is here and it’s time for the voice of working families to be heard. It's time to Vote Like a Teamster! As Union members, this is your chance to make sure that the needs of working families are represented in government. There is simply too much at risk as General President Hoffa said, “A Better Way Forward Requires Showing Up to Vote. The issues before us are just too important not to weigh in on. ” We all need to do our part and vote for labor friendly candidates. Not those who will always stand for corporate interests. “For too…

24

Oct

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Early Voting Begins Today in Florida

Teamsters Local 769 would like to remind you that Early Voting is underway in Florida and how important it is to get out and Vote Like a Teamster. This election it is critical to support the men and women running for office that understand the issues of today's union members and their families. Below is a list of voting information links for each county. Miami-Dade Broward Palm Beach Martin Monroe St. Lucie Indian River Okeechobee Osceola Brevard Orange If you would like to know which candidates are recommended by Teamsters Local 769, click here.

20

Oct

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Vote Like a Teamster Campaign Off to a Great Start

A BIG Thank You goes out to all who participated in the Vote Like a Teamster Challenge and we have a winner for week number one. We received many photo submissions and Robert Brown of Gold Coast Linen in West Palm Beach Florida is the Teamsters Local 769 member who was randomly chosen from the first weeks entries to be featured above and to receive a FREE Teamsters Local 769 T-shirt. There are many issues facing working families these days and all of them will be affected by the 2016 elections, both at the top of the ticket and all…

16

Oct

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UAL Tentative Agreement Overview

The following videos have been put together by the Teamsters Airline Division to help with getting the proper information to all the members. The video's are overviews of the TA in the areas of Health Benefits, Economic Items & Scope explained by the Professionals that help the negotiating committee throughout the four years of this negotiations process. An additional video on Pension is now in the format process and will be released and posted on this web site soon. Note: All videos are also available for review on "YouTube" if you are unable to view or play them here.

11

Oct

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Vote like a Teamster in 2016

There are many issues facing working families these days and all of them will be affected by the 2016 elections, both at the top of the ticket and all the way down the ballot. Each election we are faced with choices that can play an important role in the lives of working families and this election season is no different. The Teamsters, along with other labor unions across the nation, will be standing up for candidates that fight work workers rights and a strong middle class. The right to collectively bargain remains the only clear pathway to the middle class…

21

Sep

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2016 UPS Peak Season Agreement

The Following document is a copy of the agreement between Teamsters Local 769 and the UPS Florida District detailing peak season operations for 2016. This agreement provides our members with the protection they deserve and also provides opportunities for others to capitalize on the heavy volume. Contact your business agent and shop stewards with any questions related to these matters and have a safe and prosperous holiday season. As always, follow us on social media or subscribe to our website using the form field on the left side of the home page for the latest updates on all matters affecting…

26

Aug

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FreshPoint Drivers Say Yes to Teamster Representation

The voting began Thursday night at 11pm and on Friday morning August 26th, when the votes were counted, Teamsters Local 769 had 101 new brothers and sisters. FreshPoint is North America’s largest exclusively owned produce distributor and a division of Sysco Corporation. They boast about their commitment to their customers but as with many produce and grocery delivery companies, their commitment to their employees is lacking to say the least. The NEW Teamsters work at the Pompano Beach Florida facility as well as other satellite yards located around South Florida. They won their election by a margin of 63% against a…

19

Aug

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Fleet Mechanics at Sysco in West Palm Beach Win BIG!

On Thursday August 18, 2016 Fleet Mechanics at the West Palm Beach Florida Sysco Foods facility voted unanimously for Teamster representation. Their victory came less than 6 months after drivers at the same facility had voted to join Teamsters Local 769. In recent years, Sysco has been mistreating its workers nationwide. While increasing its profits off the backs of its hardworking employees the company spends countless thousands on union busters to keep their workers from getting what they deserve. Fleet mechanic Joe Pennica said, "It's a great feeling to be a Teamster." We couldn't agree more Joe. Congratulations and welcome our new brothers from…