Countdown to 2024 Election

Countdown to 2024 Election

Main Story: Teamsters Local 769 President and Principal Officer Josh Zivalich breaks down the process for making political endorsements and the importance of voting for candidates who support our Union. Special Thanks go to Andy Madtes, Dan Allen, Joel Brito, Erica Bush, Josh Joseph, Breon Plummer, and Luis Ramirez, who have dedicated so much time and effort to educating our brothers and sisters on Teamster issues. Closing Credits: Show produced by the Officers and Staff of Teamsters Local 769, including Josh Zivalich, Steve Myers, and Eddy Valero, with contributions by Local 769 Business Agents. The episode was written and produced…
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VOTE for Candidates That Support Working Families

VOTE for Candidates That Support Working Families

Early voting has begun in Florida and runs through November 3rd, 2024. Locate your Supervisor of Elections office HERE to find information specific to your county. Mail-in Ballots can be requested until October 24th, 2024. All ballots must be received by the Supervisor of Elections' office, regardless of postmark, no later than 7:00 p.m. (local time) on Election Day. Members can find our list of endorsed candidates in their smartphone app or use the copy below.
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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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2020 General Election Endorsements

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

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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Primary Election Special

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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Teamsters VOTE 2020

Teamsters VOTE 2020

Teamsters Local 769 has always understood the importance of supporting candidates for political office who stand for our Union values and defend our contracts when working families come under attack at all levels of government. For that reason, leading up to the Primary Elections in Florida, Teamsters Local 769 has boots on the ground at workplaces throughout South Florida explaining how our brothers and sisters can educated themselves about the issues at stake and the candidates who have our backs. If you see our Union brothers at your workplace, stop and say hello and be sure to pick up some…
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City of Fort Lauderdale Contract Ratification VOTE

Times and Locations Please be advised that a contract ratification vote has been schedule for City of Fort Lauderdale employees on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at the following times and locations. City HallBreak Room9:00 am - 12:00 pm___________________________________Mills PondAssembly Hall9:00 am - 4:00 pm___________________________________Parks and RecreationBulk Trash Meeting Room9:00 am - 4:00 pm38th Street Utilities CompoundSmall Conference Room, 2nd Floor9:00 am - 4:00 pm It is necessary for you to bring at least one form of identification in order to vote. This is open to members and non-members. Please make every effort to attend this very important ratification vote.
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YRC Tentative Agreement & Ballot Information

Attention YRC all members! Teamsters Local 769 fully supports the YRC Tentative Agreement to be put forth before the membership for their voices to be heard. The following is a brief summary of some of the improvements and details on when to expect ballots. Links to additional information are also included. If you have any additional questions , please contact our offices at (305)642-6255. The tentative agreement contains numerous improvements, including: $4.00 in wage increases over five years for the vast majority of workers (an 18% increase for most drivers and dockworkers) including a $1.00 wage increase retroactive to April 1,…
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Candidates Who Stand with Labor

Below is a list of candidates endorsed by Teamsters Local 769 in the upcoming Elections on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. You may print as many copies for distribution as you like and we encourage you to make a plan for election day or to vote early if possible. Most South Florida counties begin early voting this Monday, October 22, 2018. There are candidates both Republican and Democrat who have pledged to take our side on issues important to our brothers and sisters in this union, and we encourage you to cast your vote for a candidate who will stand with…
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