Attacks on Our Union

Attacks on Our Union

News: Excerpts from our January 2024 General Membership Meeting, including letters from scholarship recipients and an update from Tallahassee. Main Story: Andy Madtes breaks down the latest legislative attacks on working families from Tallahassee Announcement: Fidelity Mortgage 2nd Story: Toy Drive.  Annoucement: Union Discounts Special Thanks go to Andy Madtes, David Renshaw, and ALL who donated to our Toy Drive. 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. The episode was written and produced by Bryan Bezpiaty. Show notes available…
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Summer Wrap-Up – Upcoming Events

Summer Wrap-Up – Upcoming Events

News: SB256 Update. Public Sector Ratifications at St. Lucie County, Indian River County, the City of Vero Beach, and Rockledge. National Master Agreements at ABF, T-Force, Allegiant, and UPS.  Promo: Scholarship Main Story: Save the Date - Here is a list of our annual events for the fall.  Promo: Golf Tournament Reminder: All members with children entering college! Please remember to submit the application for the 2023 Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship! 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. The episode was…
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2023 Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship

2023 Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship

Teamster parents work hard to provide for their children, and funding for a good education is a concern for all who have children nearing the end of high school. The Teamsters Local 769 Scholarship fund is something all the children of Teamsters Local 769 members are eligible for. The following application form can be printed at home or requested from your stewards or business agents. All 2023 graduating seniors are eligible to apply. We hope you’ll join us in supporting a bright future for Teamster children and support the TLU769 Scholarship Fund. Please spread the word about the Scholarship Fund to all your coworkers…
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UPS Strike Authorization Vote

UPS Strike Authorization Vote

 The following notice details a Strike Authorization Vote for all Teamsters Local 769 members at UPS. The IBT has mandated that a “walk-in” vote be conducted, and it was recommended that the vote take place in Union halls and locations outside of the worksite. They further mandated appointing a committee, including one Local Union officer and rank-and-file UPS members. See the notice for dates & times. MEMBERS ONLY
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STRIKE Prep And The Fights Ahead

STRIKE Prep And The Fights Ahead

News: Highlights from our February General Membership Meeting include news of the battles we face in Tallahassee, a special note of thanks to Brother Renshaw, and a list of our 2022 Teamsters Local 769 scholarship recipients. Promo: Fidelity Mortgage https://teamsterslocal769.org/power/member-discounts/ Main Story:.Business Agent Chuck Thome joins a roundtable of UPS stewards to discuss how to be prepared for UPS contract negotiations and any potential action. Recorded following a recent UPS Coordinator meeting, this segment features Dan Allen, Sean Bryson, and Persio Diaz. Download our smartphone app to stay connected. Promo: Wise-Traveler https://teamsterslocal769.org/power/member-discounts/ Feature Story: Andy Madtes, Business Agent, gives us a…
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SPECIAL REPORT – UNITED Airlines Extension

SPECIAL REPORT – UNITED Airlines Extension

This episode explains a few of the details of the UNITED Airlines Contract Extension, as well as information on how to request duplicate credentials. That process is also included below. 2023 CONTRACT EXTENSION DUPLICATE VOTING CREDENTIAL REQUEST ANYONE WHO HAS NOT RECEIVED THEIR VOTING CREDENTIALS IN THE MAIL AT THE TIME OF THIS MEMO WILL NEED TO REQUEST YOUR DUPLICATE CREDENTIALS IMMEDIATELY AND BEFORE JANUARY 27, 2023 @ 11:00 AM EASTERN TIME DUPLICATE BALLOTS CAN BE REQUESTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL TO OFFICE@TEAMSTERSLOCAL769.ORG OR BY CALLING THE LOCALS MIAMI OFFICE @ (305) 642-6255 • IF YOU SEND AN E-MAIL (THIS…
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The Amazon Union Threat

The Amazon Union Threat

News: Indian River County contract ratification, Teamsters Local 769 Picnics, RLA steward training, TLU769 Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament, and an organizing victory for maintenance workers at DHL Express. Promo: Teamster Privilege Benefits Main Story: Excerpts from the 2022 Local 769 Steward Seminar featuring details on the threat of Amazon and its impact on Union members. Promo: Teamsters Local 769 Smartphone App 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. The episode was written and produced by Bryan Bezpiaty. Music in…
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2022 Teamsters Local 769 Toy Drive

2022 Teamsters Local 769 Toy Drive

Most Union members can provide for their families during the holiday season while other families are far less fortunate. When shopping online or in-person this year, remember to pick up an extra toy for our Annual Toy Drive. Teamsters Local 769 will again be collecting toys for children in need and distributing them through programs in Dade, Broward, Monroe, and Palm Beach Counties. Most Union members can provide for their families during the holiday season while other families are far less fortunate. When shopping online or in-person this year, remember to pick up an extra toy for our Annual Toy…
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