Teaming Up for a Great Cause
20
Jan
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Teaming Up for a Great Cause

Teamsters Local 769 Members Assist in Haiti Relief When the call came in for help, the cause warranted only one answer. “Absolutely.” On New Year's Eve 2020, Teamsters Local 769 President Josh Zivalich received a call for help and shortly thereafter, members of Local 769 sprang into action to help complete a long journey that began thousands of miles earlier. Children in Haiti Helped by Those Angels, Inc. The call came from Claude Joseph, founder of the 501(c)(3) Nonprofit appropriately named Those Angels, Inc. The organization was founded in 2014, with the mission to build schools and to support the…
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New Year-New Beginnings and Continued Challenges
04
Jan
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New Year-New Beginnings and Continued Challenges

As we look in the rearview mirror at a year that brought us fear, isolation, struggle, and all too often death, I want to thank all of our members who kept our Nation moving in an unprecedented time of crisis. To our Teamsters Local 769 Members who are nurses, paramedics, EMTs, CNAs, airlines employees, public sector service employees, warehousing, package and freight pick-up and delivery drivers, food distribution drivers and warehouse employees—and all other members who are deemed “essential”—THANK YOU! On behalf of our entire Executive Board, I want to commend you for your hard work and dedication through what…
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2020 Teamsters Local 769 Toy Drive
04
Dec
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2020 Teamsters Local 769 Toy Drive

While this year may be a bit unusual and you may be doing all of your holiday shopping online this season, remember to pick up and 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 so help spread the word. Since toys are again being split to multiple areas, please encourage all of your brothers and sisters to participate. Let's make this…
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Giving Thanks for Strong Contracts
01
Dec
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Giving Thanks for Strong Contracts

News: Notice of cancellation of remaining 2020 events, lucky winners at November's General Membership Meeting, contactless sign in at recent meetings. Promo: Teamster Privilege Benefits Packagehttps://teamsterslocal769.org/solidarity Segment 1: Eddy Valero speaks with us about the contract victory at DHL-MDC Promo: Smartphone app promohttps://teamsterslocal769.org/app Segment 2: Teamster efforts during the 2020 elections. Special Thanks: Alex Alvarado, Joel Brito, Dondi Mcrea, Ivan Rodriguez and Eddy Valero Closing Credits: Show produced by the Officers and Staff of Teamsters Local 769 including Josh Zivalich, Roly Pina and Steve Myers with contributions by Local 769 Business Agents. Episode written and produced by Bryan Bezpiaty. Show…
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2020 General Election Endorsements
06
Oct
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2020 General Election Endorsements

Below is a list of candidates endorsed by Teamsters Local 769 for the upcoming General Elections on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. In most cases, early voting begins in person on October 19, 2020 and many members have already received mail-in ballots. Be sure to check with your county for specific dates and regulations. You can also find early voting information HERE. Print as many copies for distribution as you like. As always, contact our office at 305-642-6255 if you have any other questions and remember to subscribe to out website or our social media pages for the latest news and…
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Early Voting Information
05
Oct
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Early Voting Information

Teamsters Local 769 strongly encourages all of our members and their families to VOTE in this important election. So many issues affecting working families need your support, and electing lawmakers that support our Union values is key. The following is a list, by county, of early voting locations, dates and hours. Please make a plan to vote that cannot be jeopardized by unforeseen events on election day. Make sure your voice is heard. If you requested a mail in ballot and want to vote in person , you must bring the mail in ballot with you to vote so that…
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Some Semblance of Normality
22
Sep
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Some Semblance of Normality

News: Since the Summer break is over, we have news dating back to June such as MDC’s NEW 3 year agreement, Teamsters Local 769 distributes masks to Essential Service Workers, record volume at UPS and relief on the way and the 2020 UPS Peak Season Agreement. Promo 1: Smartphone app promohttps://teamsterslocal769.org/app Segment 1: Highlights from our September General Membership Meeting Highlights the latest on Frank Ordonez and other issues involving the Local. Promo 2: Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship Fundhttps://teamsterslocal769.org/solidarity Segment 2: Election 2020 update featuring Joel Brito, Ivan Rodrigues and Josh Zivalich Special Thanks: Joel Brito and Ivan Rodriguez
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2020 UPS Peak Season Agreement & Change of Operations Notices
21
Sep
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2020 UPS Peak Season Agreement & Change of Operations Notices

The following document applies to all Teamsters Local 769 UPS members for peak season operations in 2020. Also attached are the details regarding TEMPORARY change of operations for the Homestead, West Palm Beach and Deerfield UPS facilities. If you are unable to view or print the following documents, click here. As always, for the latest news related to UPS members of Teamsters Local 769, follow us on social media or subscribe for updates on our website.
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A Letter to Local 769 Members at UPS
08
Sep
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A Letter to Local 769 Members at UPS

As your Local Union, we have recognized the tremendous volume increases at UPS, and we acknowledge the long weeks and hours each one of you have been working. As a Company, UPS has a unique situation in these uncertain times - much more work than they planned for. All facilities under our jurisdiction have experienced "Peak Season" levels with no end in sight. This is not a problem that is limited in scope to South Florida, indeed it is national. The staffing levels at these buildings has led to a struggle to meet the demand of the sheer number of…
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Primary Election Special
13
Aug
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Primary Election Special

News: Early Voting Underway, Registration Deadlines and Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship Fund special update.For more information or to register for the General Election, contact your county Supervisor of Elections. http://dos.elections.myflorida.com/supervisors/ Smartphone apphttps://teamsterslocal769.org/app Main Story: A full breakdown of the Teamsters Local 769 endorsement sheet along with an interview with Miami-Dade County Commission District 11 candidate, Robert Asencio. For more information on Robert, visit - https://robertasencio.com/ Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship Fundhttps://teamsterslocal769.org/solidarity Special Thanks: Robert Asencio https://robertasencio.com/ Andy Madtes and Josh Zivalich
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