06
Nov
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VICTORY at Keolis Transit America

Employees Seek Fair Wages, and better working conditions. Drivers at Keolis Transit America Inc. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida voted to become Teamsters on Thursday, November 6, 2014. The election was held by the National Labor Board and there are 76 Bus Drivers in the bargaining unit. Of the employees that participated in the election, 62 strong, the vote was unanimous for Teamsters representation. It is with great pride that we welcome the newest members to our local. "When the workers voted yes for their union, they were voting Yes for a better life not only for themselves, but also for…
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04
Nov
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Election Day – Cast Your Vote for Labor

Election day is here and it's time for the voice of the people to be heard. As Union members, it's your chance to make sure that the needs of working families are addressed. There is simply too much at risk as General President Hoffa said, "Hardworking Americans saw what happened when too many people didn't show up four years ago. The mass influx of anti-worker elected officials voted into office created a system that is crushing the middle class. And that will only get worse if a new bunch of corporate cronies get added to the mix." We all need to…
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31
Oct
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Stand Up for Working Families

Use our greatest power collectively - VOTE! If you haven’t already early voted, Teamsters Local 769 would like to remind you to get out and vote early if possible but be sure to vote this Tuesday November 4th, 2014 if you can't early vote. The mid-term elections are often overlooked but still very important as we encourage you to support the men and women running for office that understand the issues of today’s union members and their families. There is a lot at stake and significant issues facing working men and women will undoubtedly be affected by the outcome of…
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25
Oct
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#Local769Votes Joins #TeamsterPower

The Teamsters Local 769 “Labor Challenge” continues to roll on toward election day spreading the word about the importance of voting and now our Teamster brothers and sisters across the nation have joined the movement. Brothers and sisters of Teamsters Local 769 have been showing their Teamster pride and sending in photos of themselves holding our #Local769Votes flyer and word has spread. The movement has swept the country and now Teamsters Union members from coast to coast are using the #TeamsterPower  hashtag to link photos on social media and join the action. Even other labor unions are following the Teamsters lead…
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20
Oct
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Petition Filed for Conway Freight Miami

Today Teamsters Local 769 has filed a petition to organize the Conway Freight employees at the Miami location. "Following the successful organizing of the Conway Freight in Laredo Texas and the three elections slated for later this week in California. we see a wave of organizing activity within this company.", said Teamsters Local 769 President and Principal Officer Mike Scott. The employees recognize the strength of Teamsters bargaining power and want to be part of our team. Continue checking back here for updates or subscribe to our website or other social media outlets for continuous updates on all issues that…
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17
Oct
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Teamster of the Year

In October of 2014, David Renshaw from Teamsters Local No. 769, Miami, FL, received the Teamsters of the year award for 2014. David received this award for his service under his role as a Human Rights Commission (H.R.C.) for the local Union, he was nominated by iPods for wounded veterans. Winning the 2014 Teamsters of the year award for his services and contributions to the wounded men and women of the United States military is such an honor. His efforts to promote and represent the iPods for wounded veterans has undoubtedly touched the lives of many of these warriors and…
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11
Oct
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#Local769Votes kicks off with great response

The response to our "Labor Challenge" has been amazing. Brothers and sisters of Teamsters Local 769 have been showing their Teamster pride and sending in photos of themselves holding our #Local769Votes flyer by the dozens. The movement has swept the country and brothers and sisters from coast to coast are joining the movement to get out the vote this November 4th. Even General President James P. Hoffa posted photo. Pictured above is Jose Suarez from the Penske Miami North shop. He is this weeks featured "Labor Challenge" participant and a gallery of those who joined him this week is featured below.…
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02
Oct
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UPS Teamcare Update

The following 4 letters have been issued by Teamcare and relate to the transition from the previous UPS Company plan as well as the UPS Freight Company plan. The 4th letter also addresses those that were in plan C6 and who are now in plan U2. For additional information you may visit www.MyTeamcare.org and if you have not taken a moment to do so, please register today to be able to access all of your individual and family healthcare information and benefits. Click here if you are unable to view the documents below.  
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27
Sep
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2014 UPS Peak Season Agreement

The Following document is a copy of the agreement between Teamsters Local 769  and UPS the Florida District detailing peak season operations for 2014. Contact your business agent and shop stewards with any questions related to these matters and have a safe 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 members of Teamsters Local 769. Click HERE if you are unable to view document below
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