Vol. 78 – No. 2 ® 9 May 2018

2018 represents a critical year for forming ’ commercial Teamsters across the country. We waste and recycling system to pro- must exercise our civic duty to vote vide recycling to all Angelenos and in crucial elections at the local, state ensure that thousands of sanitation and federal levels. These elections workers across Los Angeles had safe will determine many things includ- jobs and could provide a better liv- ing the health of our economy and ing for their families. the creation of good jobs. Antonio Villaraigosa also updated One of the most important races critical infrastructure by leading the that Teamster families and working passage of several key project labor people face in is the Gov- agreements that helped to create ernor’s race. It is essential, particu- good, Union construction jobs that larly during current times, to elect put money back into our communi- a candidate with proven leadership ties. who will continue to guide our state He is also renowned for his fight on a path that prioritizes creating for a cleaner environment and good good jobs that strengthen our mid- jobs by passing the Clean Trucks Pro- dle class. Antonio Villaraigosa is a gram, which helped to clean our air candidate that will fight for Team- and improve our environment. sters across California because of As Teamsters, it is crucial to sup- his proven track record. That is why port a candidate who stands up for Teamsters Joint Council 42 has un- the rights of working people regard- equivocally endorsed Antonio Vil- less of their background, to organize laraigosa for Governor of California and improve their standard of living. Villaraigosa is no stranger to a As the old saying goes, actions speak Teamster picket line. For his entire louder than words. Based on the ac- adult life, he has been an activist, tions taken by Antonio Villaraigosa, championing the rights of working we are confident that he will be an people which inspired him to first excellent Governor, fighting for run and get elected to public office. thousands of Teamsters across Cali- He stood shoulder-to-shoulder with fornia, the backbone of vital indus- Teamsters when we needed him the tries that keep our state’s economy Teamster California governor choice Antonio Villaraigosa has always supported the Team- most. strong. We encourage all Teamster sters’ efforts to organize port drivers in the Los Angeles Long Beach harbors. Behind the for- As L.A. Mayor he championed families in California to do all possi- the rights of truckers to combat the ble to help get out the vote for An- mer L.A. Mayor are (from right) Teamsters Joint Council 42 President Randy Cammack, Local illegal misclassification of port truck tonio Villaraigosa to secure a bright 572 Secretary-treasurer Rick Middleton and Local 848 Secretary-treasurer Eric Tate. drivers as independent contractors. future for ourselves and future gen- He also began the process of trans- erations of Teamsters.

CALIFORNIA Susan Martinez, a Teamsters Un- fast-increasing rate. ELECTION ion shop steward at the Flamingo Martinez is joining the polit- ENDORSEMENTS Hotel in , is a candidate ical contest because she wants Pages 2 - 3 for State Assembly in Nevada’s change. Facing eight challengers June 12 Primary. She is a member in the June 12 primary, Martinez of Local 986. has gathered community support, “Local 986 could not be prouder excelled at fund-raising, and is that Susan Martinez is not only an criss-crossing the 12th district cam- activist shop steward, advocating paigning. A single mom, she makes for her fellow Teamsters day in sure to spend quality time with her and day out at the Flamingo, but teenage daughter, Victoria, no mat- is willing to run for statewide of- ter how busy her days get with the fice to positively impact Nevadans campaign. statewide,” 986 Secretary-treasurer Martinez, known to her friends as Chris Griswold said. Suzie, has a history of involvement. Martinez first got the idea of run- “For more than ten years she has ning for political office at a Local been one of the most active and 986 shop stewards training session effective shop stewards,” reported late last year. A speaker warned of 986 Business Agent Beverly Wil- dangers facing Union members if liams. “She knows her contract and anti-worker politicians gain power is available from early morning to in the Carson City state legislature. late at night to answer members’ She feared they would move to take questions and resolve their issues.” away workers’ ability to strike, pen- The 12th District is a diverse sion protection, job security, and working-class area on the east SUPPORT: Las Vegas Teamsters Local 986 business agent Bev- quality medical benefits – crucial side of Las Vegas. She has been erly Williams (left) and President Sean Harren (right) present issues that Unions have spent dec- endorsed unanimously by the AFL- candidate Susan Martinez a campaign con- ades fighting to preserve for their CIO Central Labor Council along tribution. See story on the Teamster steward’s campaign members. with the Teamsters. In a mailing to “I was incensed,” said Martinez, a all Union members in her district, something about it.” about the ways politicians can lash 30-year desk clerk at the Flamingo, the Union announced: “She is one It is a difficult time for working out to weaken Unions. Conservative “and after carefully considering the of us. She will stand by us.” men and women. Fortunately, un- politicians are determined to take challenge, I decided to answer the “My Teamster experience is ex- ion contracts protect the members away the gains that Unions have call and run for the Nevada State cellent preparation for this jour- with quality medical benefits and fought so hard for, over decades. Assembly.” She joins a growing ney,” Martinez says. “I have always secure pensions. But Martinez is “It’s time to give back.” For Mar- number of women who are en- cared for people, but being active concerned about those who do not tinez, a committed supporter of La- tering races for political office at a in the Union taught me how to do have Unions behind them —and bor Unions, that is a real promise.

005610_MAY.News 2018.indd 1 5/9/18 12:27 PM The Southern California Teamster (ISSN 0038-3953) is published uarterly February, May, August and US Senator State Senate October by Teamsters Joint Council 42: 981 Kevin de Leon (D) SD 16 Ruth Mosser-Lopez (D) Corporate Center Dr., Ste. 200, Pomona, CA 91768. Governor SD 18 Bob Hertzberg (D) Two dollars of membership dues goes towards a Antonio Villaraigosa (D) SD 20 Connie Leyva (D) subscription to the Southern California Teamster Lieutenant Governor SD 22 Mike Eng (D) for one year. Periodicals postage paid at Covina, CA Ed Hernandez (D) SD 24 Maria Elena Durazo (D) and at additional mailing offices. Secretary of State SD 26 Ben Allen (D) POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Southern Alex Padilla (D) SD 28 Joy Silver (D) California Teamster, 981 Corporate Center Dr., Ste. Controller SD 30 Holly Mitchell (D) 200, Pomona, CA 91768. SD 32 Open Betty Yee (D) Please address all communications to: Treasurer SD 34 Tom Umberg (D) Editor: Paul Mihalow (D) SD 36 No endorsement Attorney General SD 38 No endorsement Email: JCT42aol.com Xavier Becerra (D) SD 40 Ben Hueso (D) News service by Press Associates, Inc. (PAI). Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara (D) U.S. Congress Superintendent of Public CD 8 No endorsement Instruction CD 23 Tatiana Matta (D) Tony Thurmond (D) CD 24 Salud Carbajal (D) CD 25 Bryan Caforio (D) Board of Equalization CD 26 Julia Brownley (D) CD 27 Judy Chu (D) District 1 Tom Hallinan (D) U.S. Senate Assembly Dist. 8 District 2 Malia Cohen (D) CD 28 Adam Schiff (D) District 3 Scott Svonkin (D) CD 29 Tony Cardenas (D) U.S. House Dist. 1 Assembly Dist. 9 District 4 Ken Lopez-Maddox (D) CD 30 Brad Sherman (D) CD 31 Pete Aguilar (D) Steve Yeager State Ballot Measures CD 32 Grace Napolitano (D) U.S. House Dist. 2 Assembly Dist. 10 Proposition 68 YES CD 33 Ted Lieu (D) No Endorsement Chris Brooks Proposition 69 YES CD 34 Jimmy Gomez (D) U.S. House Dist. 3 Assembly Dist. 11 Proposition 70 NO CD 35 Joe Baca (D) Olivia Diaz Proposition 71 YES CD 36 Raul Ruiz (D) U.S. House Dist. 4 Assembly District 12 Proposition 72 YES CD 37 No endorsement Susan Martinez CD 38 No endorsement Assembly District 13 State Assembly CD 39 No endorsement CD 40 Lucille Roybal-Allard (D) Thomas Roberts AD 33 No endorsement Governor Assembly District 14 AD 34 No endorsement CD 41 Mark Takano (D) CD 42 No endorsement Chris Giunchigliani AD 35 No endorsement Assembly District 15 AD 36 No endorsement CD 43 Maxine Waters (D) Lt. Governor AD 37 Monique Limon (D) CD 44 Nanette Barragan (D) No Endorsement AD 38 Christy Smith (D) CD 45 Dave Min (D) Assembly District 16 AD 39 Antonio Sanchez (D) CD 46 No endorsement Attorney General AD 40 No endorsement CD 47 Alan Lowenthal (D) Aaron Ford Assembly District 17 AD 41 Chris Holden (D) CD 48 Hans Kierstead (D) Secretary of State Tyrone Thompson AD 42 No endorsement CD 49 Douglas Applegate (D) Nelson Araujo Assembly District 18 AD 43 Laura Friedman (D) CD 50 Open Treasurer Richard Carillo AD 44 Jacqui Irwin (D) CD 51 Juan Vargas (D) Assembly Dist. 19 CD 52 Scott Peters (D) AD 45 (D) Controller No Endorsement CD 53 No endorsement AD 46 Adrin Nazarian (D) Catherine Byrne Assembly Dist. 20 AD 47 Eloise Gomez-Reyes (D) Local Elections Ellen Spiegel AD 48 Mike Eng (D) Southern Nevada Assembly Dist. 21 AD 49 Edwin Chau (D) Endorsements AD 50 Richard Bloom (D) L.A. County Assessor Ozzie Fumo Assembly Dist. 22 AD 51 Wendy Carillo (D) Jeffrey Prang AD 52 Freddie Rodriguez (D) Senate Dist. 2 Kristee Watson AD 53 Miguel Santiago (D) Riverside County Assembly Dist. 23 AD 54 Sydney Kamlager (D) Supervisor Senate Dist. 8 AD 55 No endorsement District 2 Penny Newman Marilyn Dondero-Loop Assembly District 28 AD 56 Eduardo Garcia (D) District 4 Manny Perez Senate District 9 Edgar Flores AD 57 Ian Calderon (D) District 5 Alti Holcomb Assembly Dist. 29 AD 58 Frine Lore Medrano (D) Senate Dist. 10 AD 59 Reggie Jones-Sawyer (D) San Bernardino County Auditor Yvanna Cancela Assembly Dist. 34 AD 60 Sabrina Cervantes (D) Senate Dist. 20 Oscar Valdez Shannon Bilbray-Axelrod AD 61 Jose Medina (D) Julie Pazina Assembly Dist. 35 AD 62 Autumn Burke (D) Fontana Council Senate Dist. 21 AD 63 Anthony Rendon (D) Assembly Dist. 36 AD 64 Mike Gipson (D) Mayor Aquanetta Warren AD 65 Sharon Quirk-Silva (D) District 4 John Roberts James Oscarson AD 66 Al Muratsuchi (D) Assembly Dist. 1 Assembly Dist. 37 AD 67 No endorsement Huntington Beach Danielle Monroe-Moreno Richard Cornstuble AD 68 No endorsement Council Assembly Dist. 2 Assembly Dist. 41 AD 69 Tom Daly (D) Billy O’Connell Jennie Sherwood AD 70 Patrick O’Donnell (D) Dan Kalmick Assembly Dist. 3 Assembly Dist. 42 AD 71 No endorsement Long Beach Alexander Assefa AD 72 Josh Lowenthal (D) Assembly Dist. 4 Robert Garcia, Mayor AD 73 No endorsement Connie Munk Clark Co. District Attorney Rich Dines, City Council District 5 AD 74 Cottie Petrie-Norris Assembly Dist. 5 No Endorsement AD 75 No endorsement Clark Co. Commission Dist. E AD 76 Tasha Horvath (D) Superior Court Judge Assembly Dist. 6 Richard “Tick” Segerblom AD 77 Sunday Gover (D) Seat # 4 Alfred Coletta AD 78 Todd Gloria (D) Seat # 20 Wendy Segall William McCurdy II Assembly Dist. 7 AD 79 Shirley Weber (D) Seat # 63 Malcolm Mackey AD 80 Lorena Gonzalez (D) continued next page

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005610_MAY.News 2018.indd 2 5/9/18 12:27 PM 166 Bus Teamster a Hero on I-40

When Local 166 steward Morgan Anderson clocked in at 2:45 a.m. March 9, it started out as his rou- tine once-a-week Friday run from Barstow to Needles, California. One hour later he was sprint- ing 200 yards in the dark from his Transdev bus on Interstate 40 to in Venezuela is expected to hit this year…….. check on a big rig truck and trailer Inflation 13,000% ships turned over on its side on the east- spew about 13% of all sulfur-dioxide emissions……..Detective Tom bound shoulder. as best he could. reports that American burials each year put 20 million feet of wood “I went around a bend and saw a “I was wearing my Globe fire and 64,500 tons of steel in the ground……..2016 saw plume of dust and started to slow,” boots, certified for tactical rescue, 991 construc- Anderson said. “Then I saw it on and kicked in the windshield and tion workers die nationwide, 3% increase over 2015……..800,000 live the right shoulder, first the trailer bent it over and pulled it out of and work legally here under DACA………there are about 300,000 cell lights and axles. I merged to the the frame with the glass intact, and phone across the USA……..CDC says of all households left and slowed. There was a sign in helped him out” Anderson recalled. towers 50.8% the middle of the road apparently “They both had minor scrapes and here only have cellphones……..average American eats 7 pounds of av- the truck took out, so I swerved over bruises.” ocados yearly……..National Safety Council says 40,100 traffic-related and around to the right shoulder, The shop steward then called deaths last year………the 8 Hawaiian islands are No. 1 of all states with about 200 yards in front of the rig.” 911, then called his dispatcher for Anderson is the Teamster shop permission to stay and assist, who 88,000 cesspools………15,000 of us lost some $200 million in confi- steward at Transdev Barstow, 27 advised Anderson to stay until the dence scams, FBI says……..beer was 46% of all U.S. alcohol sales last years old and holder of a Class B California Highway Patrol arrived year……..China avoids by sending its cheap steel first license. He has been a steward on scene. It was a chilly desert trade penalties for five years. He previously was a morning and Anderson walked the to countries like ’Nam, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and switching origin labels-- three-year volunteer fire fighter in drivers to sit in his bus until the -it’s called transshipping………research in , L.A. and Newberry Springs, a remote out- CHP showed. shows of tipped workers’ ……..no more post 25 miles east of Barstow, be- Thirty minutes later he was mov- 12% employers steal tips tween Barstow and Needles. ing on down to Needles for his “unfair labor practices” with the NLRB---now it’s labor law-break- Anderson sprinted back to the weekly pickups. When he passed ing……..feds own 79.6% of Nevada, only 1.8% of Texas……..20% own upended rig and found what the accident spot hours later on his 86% of American wealth, ……..U.S. turned out to be the driver stand- way back to Barstow, the truck was highest rate in history chocolate ing on the driver’s door. The driver still on its side. sales way up now while other candy sales slump……..number of U.S. seemed to be a little shaken, but “Morgan’s actions March 9 are bank branches shrank by 1,700 in the 12-month period ending June, did remember he was part of a totally in line with what we know 2017………yearly, Americans go under via a two-man sleeper team. Anderson of him as a working Teamster and 21 million general anes- made contact with the co-driver, shop steward,” Local 166 Secre- thetic, and redheads seem to require higher dosages than brunettes who had been in the sleeper berth, tary-treasurer Mike Bergen said. to stay under……..Nevada’s state legislature boasts 38% women, 3rd and was standing up in the cab “He is highly trained, prepared, highest in the country…….. but unable to exit. Anderson as- methodical and responsive to any certained the trapped driver was situation. And he happens to be a lucid and asked him to stand back hero.”

Nevada Endorsements continued

By Teamsters Local 630 Clark Co. Commission Dist. F Assembly Dist. 24 Washoe Co. Commission 3 Justin Jones Kitty Jung On March 10 Teamsters Local these workshops are designed Clark Co. Commission Dist. G Assembly Dist. 25 Washoe Co. Commission 5 630 held its third annual citizen- to serve the interest of all Team- ship workshop to assist our mem- ster members and their families, Jim Gibson Greg Smith bers and their families with a path by strengthening the collective Clark Co. Sheriff Assembly Dist 26 to citizenship. rights and political power of immi- Joe Lombardo June Joseph Washoe Co. Assessor More than 50 Teamsters and fam- grant and non-immigrant workers Clark Co. Clerk Assembly Dist. 27 Wendy Jauregui-Jackins ily members applied for citizenship throughout our membership and Lynn Goya Teresa Benitez-Thompson Washoe Co. Clerk during the one-day workshop with the Los Angeles area. Clark Co. Assessor Assembly Dist. 30 the help of our immigration attor- Given the current political cli- Nancy Parent neys and volunteers from Local mate and anti-immigrant agenda Briana Johnso Mike Sprinkle Washoe Co. Recorder 630 and the National Association that is terrorizing so many com- Clark Co. Recorder Assembly Dist. 31 Lawrence Burtness of Latino Elected Officials (NALEO). munities in this country, these Debbie Conway Richard “Skip” Daly Washoe Co. Treasurer A Union statement said: “we are workshops are a crucial part of the Assembly Dist. 32 Tammi Davis proud to say we have helped about fight for the rights of all working University Regent Dist. 1 Paula Povilaitis 300 members and their families families. Assembly Dist. 40 Washoe Co. Sheriff achieve citizenship. We are com- The Local Union thanks and com- Jack Mallory mitted to helping our community, mends NALEO and its staff, along Trustee, Clark Co. Autumn Zemke Darin Balaam our members and their families with volunteers from Local 630 School Dist. D Washoe Co. Public secure the rights of citizenship, staff and executive board, mem- Jack Mallory Nevada Supreme Ct. C Administrator including the right to vote and bers Juan Pimentel-Danone Wave Trustee, Clark Co. No Endorsement Verita Black Protho engage in the political process. It’s Foods, Daniel Mendez-PFG Roma, School Dist. G Nevada Supreme Court G about empowering workers and Masiel Garcia- Torn & Glasser, Car- Constable, Incline giving them a voice in our society.” los Escobar-PFG Roma, Jorge Es- Linda Cavazos Lidia S. Stiglich About 10 immigration attorneys cutia-LA Cold, Miguel Acuna-Sysco DCJ Justice Court Village volunteered at the workshop to and Federico Sandoval-Alta Dena Constable, Henderson Dixie Grossman Hans R. Keller help members with applications; South. Township District Attorney Sparks Mayor Kenny Taylor Chris Hicks No Endorsement Constable, N. Las Vegas Sparks Ward 2 Vegas Locals Township Reno Mayor No Endorsement Jon Martin Hillary Scheive Sparks Ward 4 Doing it Again June 2 Reno Ward 2 Rudy Viola Northern Nevada Naomi Duerr One great time certainly deserves another and that is why southern Ne- Endorsements Reno Ward 4 Washoe Co. School Dist. B vada Teamsters are returning for their annual health fair to Wet-n-Wild this Paul McKenzie Dian Vanderwell summer, after 2017’s overflow event. Senate Dist. 13 Reno City Attorney Washoe Co. School The three Las Vegas Teamster Local Unions jointly stage a health fair and John Kadlic Dist. C outing for their members’ families and Saturday, June 2 will mark this year’s return to the popular water park. Senate Dist. 14 Andrew Benjamin Caudill Locals 14, 631 and 986 have disseminated complete event information Wendy Boszak Washoe Co. Commission 2 Washoe Co. School Dist. to their members. Senate Dist. 16 No Endorsement At Large Tina Davis Hersey Ryan Gonda

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005610_MAY.News 2018.indd 3 5/9/18 12:27 PM 500 Preschool Workers The annual seminar typically has a Social Security representative on Enjoy First Contract hand to impart the ins-and-outs of choices, representatives of several Teamsters Local 1932 members officials demanding they help cre- Teamster insurance funds, Western at the San Bernardino County Pre- ate “Stability for PSD Families” with Now is the time to call to get come, first served. The number: Conference of Teamsters pension school Services Department (PSD) Local 1932. PSD Teamsters led the registered for June’s free, high- 909.629.2539. Phil Zamora and Gil reps, living trust lawyers, dental ratified a strong first-time agree- way, making one-on-one connec- ly-acclaimed and valuable Teamster Martinez, Retiree Assn. officers, will programs aimed at seniors, and ment with the county. The February tions with the public about their pre-retirement seminar. take your reservation and fill you in more. 20 vote brings much-needed salary daily struggles trying to make ends On Saturday, June 23 the semi- on all the details. They answer live The seminar typically runs about adjustments and a grievance proce- meet while teaching home com- nar will convene at Teamsters Local from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Assn. office a half day. Teamster spouses are dure to these 500 people working munities’ youngest students. The 952 in Orange County. Prospec- hours) Monday through Thursday. welcome. Local 952 is located at in early childhood education. push led to significant progress at tive retirees should call the South- Other times leave a message for 140 So. Marks Way, Orange CA “We never had a voice before the negotiating table. ern California Teamster Retiree callback to confirm your reserva- 92868. this Teamster contract. We now “We can not win strong contracts Assn., now, to get signed up---first tion. have a voice,” said Toi Waddles, a like this one by coming into things Fontana Citrus Head Start teacher. alone,” said Sean Segal, a program PSD Teamsters ratified the agree- generalist at Westminster Head Anti-Union Chamber of Commerce Gets ment unanimously — a first step in Start. “We stood together with the turning back the tide against years community and the results were Republicans to Do Their Hateful Work of high turnover rates throughout fantastic. I know it’s just the start.” By Mark Gruenberg ministration, “because there are so supporters, including notorious- PSD facilities due to low wages and Local 1932 also secured a first PAI Staff Writer unstable work conditions, Local contract for 28 employees in the su- many vacancies at the top of the La- ly secretive right-wing American 1932 said. pervisors unit on March 15, 2018. bor Department,” the aide added. Legislative Exchange Council, the Jorgina Garcia, also of Fontana As part of the landmark agree- WASHINGTON (PAI)—Using a That left panel Republicans free Tea Party, the Heritage Foundation, Citrus Head Start, says she’s “very ments at PSD, Local 1932 and the bill almost literally written by the to pontificate against unions and Michigan’s Mackinac Center and happy” with their first contract. “I’ve county agreed to work together to U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the worker centers and the three GOP- the so-called Americans for Tax been with the county for 10-plus secure additional funding currently anti-worker Republican majority on named witnesses – Bowman, an- Reform, headed by rightwing GOP years, and I’ve never gotten a raise lacking in early childhood educa- an ideologically polarized House ti-union Teamster Tommy Jackson, heavyweight Grover Norquist. like that, so it motivates me to stay tion. “Every day, these new Team- Education and the Workforce sub- an Hermiston, Ore., trucker, and The Chamber’s “labor law” also and keep doing a good job.” sters at PSD care for thousands of committee launched yet another pro-management labor law attor- would ban card-check voluntary PSD Teamsters had been in ne- our region’s most vulnerable chil- attempt to trash the nation’s basic ney Stefan Marculewicz – to join in recognition and let businesses gotiations with San Bernardino dren,” Local 1932 General Manager labor law. the assault. withhold now-mandatory employ- County since March 2017. In De- Randy Korgan said. “Going forward, The business lobby’s attempt A typical comment came from ee contact information they must cember 2017, thousands of com- we will ensure that these children was so brazen that its representa- Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C. He touted turn over to unions during organiz- munity members and parents to and the working people that care tives, from the notorious anti-work- the chamber’s requirement that ing drives. Both are polar opposites PSD students showed their support for them have the resources they er anti-consumer Berman PR firm, unions stand for recertification of sections of the pro-worker bill. for these working people by sign- need to truly thrive.” handed out press packets touting every year, and get it only with a “The remedies under current la- ing postcards addressed to county its bill. Several Republicans re- majority of all bor law” for when firms break the ferred to that measure by its num- members, not of those voting. law “are cease-and-desist orders, ber – though not naming the lobby He called such a system “real rep- and affirmative orders to bargain,” or Berman – during a staged hear- resentation.” Wilson previously Lofaso told Rep. Gregorio Sablan RETIREE ROUND-UP ing on rewriting the 83-year-old became infamous for yelling “You (D), the non-voting delegate from National Labor Relations Act. lie!” at then-President Barack Oba- the Northern Mariana Islands. If EL MONTE: We have changed our al meeting. Any questions, call How- “I don’t think there’s anyone here ma during Obama’s speech for the a firm is convicted of unfair labor meeting location and date! We now ard Barrios, 805.268.2784. at this witness table who wants to Affordable Care Act. practices – the formal name for meet the third Thursday of the month MONTEBELLO: Our condolences ban unions,” said Ford auto worker The AFL-CIO has pointed out be- labor law-breaking – the remedies at 10:30 a.m.---Am. Vets Post #133 at to the family of Henderson Jones, Terry Bowman of Ypsilanti, Mich., a fore that if lawmakers had to be are “a notice posted, net back pay 14910 East Los Angeles St., Irwindale. may he RIP. We had pot luck at our former Auto Workers member who elected by a majority of all voters, or a bargaining order,” she noted. Thanks to Robert Murrietta Jr. for his meeting April 26, if you didn’t make is now a “free rider” on the UAW’s not just those voting, Congress That’s not enough to get firms to help on this. Join us for speakers, our meeting you missed out on some back, since Michigan is now a right- would have a majority of empty obey labor law, Lofaso said. Asked pension updates and coffee and do- good food. Our bus trip to Pechanga to-work state. nuts. Any questions, call: John Mag- Casino on Saturday, June 9 is now chairs. about such things as corporate gio @ 323.257.4264, or the Fullers at full, however we can sign you up on None of the other witnesses disa- Only the fourth, Democratic-in- one-on-one meetings with workers 714.742.7557 & 714.742.2598. stand-by. Cost is $15. Our speaker greed with him, nor did the panel’s vited, witness, West Virginia law during organizing drives, or threats SAN BERNARDINO: We meet the for Thursday, June 28 will be Cynthia ruling Republicans. The tenor of professor Anne Lofaso, was left to to close, or spying or other illegal 4th Saturday each month October Lopez, on having a Living Trust. All the hearing from both lawmakers defend the board and the law while activities, Lofaso replied: “Corpora- thru May, at Local 166, 18597 Valley retirees and spouses are welcome to and the GOP belied that statement. demanding its penalties against tions are the most coercive source Blvd. Bloomington. Meetings are at all our meetings and activities. We Lawmakers and the three GOP- law-breakers become stronger and of power, outside of government.” 10 a.m. to around 11. We have lunch- also meet every Wednesday at 8:30 named witnesses spent their time more consistent. Lofaso, a former Committee Democrats spent eons in June and December. Before a.m. for breakfast at Jack’s Restau- blasting the National Labor Rela- NLRB employee, championed the much of their time ineffectively. our meetings starting at 8:30 a.m. rant, 13221 Whittier Blvd., Whittier. tions Board, demanding the Labor pro-worker bill to improve NLRA, They attacked conflicts of interest of we meet across the street from the Call Phil Zamora (562)505-1387 for Department treat worker centers the Workplace Action for a Growing NLRB GOP member William Ema- meeting hall at Farmer Boys for break- more information. Thank God for the like unions – complete with cent- fast. Come out and meet old buddies Teamsters. Economy Act, which the AFL-CIO nuel, who voted to reverse a prior and make new ones. Questions? ORANGE COUNTY: The Orange retir- by-cent reporting requirements and panel Democrats unveiled ear- board’s joint employer decision Call Dean Horne at 951.566.5049 or ee meetings are the second Saturday and compliance with other edicts lier. It’s going nowhere in the GOP- even though his anti-worker firm, 909.217.1675. of the month, from October to May. – and declaring all unions should run Congress. Littler Mendelson of Los Angeles, LONG BEACH: All retired Teamsters We are dark June, July, August and lose their rights to represent work- The business lobby’s Employee represented the management’s in the Long Beach and surrounding September. We meet at Local 952, ers unless they were recertified, by Rights Act, which the ruling Re- subcontractors who lost that case areas: this is your invitation to join 140 S. Marks Way in Orange, and start absolute majority votes, every year. publicans touted, would not only and won in the reversal. Marcule- and get working with all our chapters at 10 a.m. We have coffee and donuts And that’s for starters. hobble unions through the an- wicz, a Littler Mendelson D.C. lob- and Local Unions. We meet every first always, guest speakers sometimes, in- A spokesman for panel chairman nual recertification elections, but byist, spent his time attacking the Saturday of the month at 9:30 a.m. formation always, pot luck often and Tim Walberg, R-Mich., said in con- would virtually ban union support worker centers. at Local 848, 3888 Cherry Ave., Long bingo always after the meetings. If versation before the April 26 hear- for what it called “liberal advocacy After NLRB’s Inspector Gener- Beach 90807. Keep our membership you are new to our meeting--please ing began that his boss doesn’t growing. We have special events, use the back door. That is where you groups” ranging from think tanks al raised the conflict issue – and luncheons, speakers and field trips. park and enter the back door to the expect immediate action. This hear- to political parties to Planned Par- alerted Congress – the board, mi- Any questions call Tony Mosqueda at hall. Our meetings end in May and re- ing, the aide said, was “for informa- enthood. The Chamber’s fact sheet nus Emanuel, had to take another 323.569.9127, or leave a call back sume in October. However, on August tion-gathering from stakeholders.” listed union payments, over 2010- vote. It upheld the prior Obama-era number. God bless the Teamsters. 18 our Retiree Luncheon will start at Unions were not represented. 16 to “promote a left-wing agen- ruling, where the board held cor- Amen. about 11 a.m. with great food and The NLRB, which enforces the da.” porate headquarters of franchise CENTRAL COAST: Our meetings are gifts. Make sure you have your reser- NLRA for most private-sector la- It did not have any figures on firms – like McDonald’s – and their held the 2nd Tuesday of the month at vation in by filling out a slip found in bor-management relationships, business spending on politics or local franchises jointly responsible Quarter Deck restaurant, 1500 West our Retirement newsletter or calling wasn’t invited to defend itself, advocacy, but it listed “more than for obeying, or breaking, labor law. Branch St., Arroyo Grande. 9:30 a.m. the Retiree office at 909-629-2539, either. Nor was the GOP Trump ad- 50 free-market organizations” as is our Board meeting, 10 is the gener- Monday thru Thursday.

3, following documentation by the ment of pro-union workers, illegal who also gained notoriety for his Auto Workers, who are trying to intimidation of workers and Tesla’s private space exploration company organize the 5,000 workers at Te- firings of workers – also illegal – – and its failures on the launching sla’s Fremont, Calif., plant. NLRB’s based on bias against their pro-un- pad – and his top managers broke OAKLAND, Calif.—A National La- range of labor law-breaking charg- Oakland regional director, Valery ion stands. the law while resisting, the NLRB bor Relations Board officer will try es on June 11. Hardy-Maloney, signed the for- The union has been trying organ- complaint says. It names them, Tesla Motors, the electric car firm The NLRB’s General Counsel’s mal notice, which included all the ize the plant, a former joint venture Musk included. of publicity-hungry so-called en- office filed the formal complaint charges. between General Motors and a for- trepreneur Elon Musk, on a wide against the car company on April Charges include illegal harass- eign auto firm, for months. Musk, PAGE 4 Vol. 78 - No. 2 – May 2018

005610_MAY.News 2018.indd 4 5/9/18 12:27 PM The to see you there Pass bypass, are progressing ahead different. In this congress, there is haven’t registered for DRIVE, please CertainTeed Gypsum - currently of schedule. Resorts World project a real threat to our way of life. As do so, we must do our part as de- in contract negotiations: grievanc- on the Strip is also in full swing. Union members, we live and work mocracy isn’t free! As you can see COOKOUT es, federal mediations and arbitra- Ready Mix: work for Nevada a certain way! We have Republicans politics matter and elections have tions have addressed many issues Ready Mix and SilverStar Ready in congress that are coming after consequences! is Back! with job reinstatement, seniority Mix has picked up. As construction you and your Union, by introducing We congratulate our retiree violations, subcontractors with set- work picks up, so does ready mix. and trying to enact legislation that brothers Roberto Rivera, Chris Gar- For the eleventh fabulous year tlements and pay. SilverStar is hauling the concrete will destroy collective bargaining, cia, and Cliff Bigler from Ralphs for the Teamster National Black Cau- First Transit RACC - another wage on the Raider Stadium from the how we organize, and now they all their years of service. cus southern California chapter’s increase was due April 1, 2018 onsite batch plant. Things are pick- want to attack your retirement. Inviting all 630 members to make sure you look at your check ing up in the summer months. Proposed changes from some come out with their family to our cookout and health fair is back. or pay stub to see if it is correct; Republic Services: when you get Republicans would rig the election annual softball tournament. All The good stuff begins at noon new contracts are printed and are a traffic citation whether driving a system even more towards employ- team rosters and entry fees due by on Saturday, June 9 at Teamster being handed out. MV Transpor- personal vehicle or the company’s ers. Rep. Roe is the lead author of June 29, 2018. The event is July Local 63’s grand outdoor park- tation Fixed-Route - for a new con- make sure you let the company the “Employee Rights Act”. The Em- 28 at Big League Dreams in West --free food and drink, health tract, you’re doing a great job, stay know about it. If you don’t know ployee Rights Act would ban work- Covina. Membership ID cards re- screenings, demonstrations, en- strong. Transdev Paratransit - make where you are with your attendance ers from the current way employ- quired for all softball players. Stop trepreneurs, gifts, prize and cash sure you look at the bulletin boards occurrences, please check with your ees unionize, through collecting by the Local if you do not have one. raffles, and more! for upcoming contract proposal HR manager. The sheets at the time authorization cards and securing Also, we are asking our members No reservations required, just meetings and other updates and clock are not up to date. To check on voluntary recognition from their to please bring a gift card for food show up at Local 63, 379 West events. your pension with Northwest, the employers. The recently reintro- or gas to donate to Padres Contra Valley Blvd. Rialto, 92376. ABF: We had a good turnout at number is 1-866-648-6878. The duced Employee Rights Act by Roe Cancer. For more info contact VP Exhibit information availa- the craft meeting, going over the number to Benesys Administrators would be a major blow to worker Raymundo Gaytan (626) 715-0930 tentative agreement, every vote is 702-415-2185. The next raise rights. It would go even further to Annual Teamsters summer camp ble by calling Robert Turner at counts. YRC: welcome new hires. will be June 1, 2018. Republic Ser- ensure that employers have the - I’m glad to announce that we will 323.394.1910. UPSF: To get contract updates vices is cracking down on misses upper hand when workers attempt be sending 15 of our members’ download the UPS Rising app on and GPS are being tested in some to band together to improve their kids to participate in a week of your smart phone or text “UPS” trucks, run your route honestly and workplace. The Employee Rights team building youth engagement No Espanol to 86466. Reddaway: the compa- the way the company has showed Act would require that more than by disconnecting from TV and social ny is still having a high turnover you. The company should have GPS 50 percent of all workers support media. The application is online, at Albertsons with their supervisors. Thanks to in all trucks by the end of summer. the Union, rather than 50 percent and the deadline is May 31. the stewards for keeping them in Take a few minutes and read your of workers that vote in a Union elec- I would like to thank all our — After the big gro- check. contract. tion, and thus count non-voters as members from Torn & Glasser, cery chain, Albertsons, Inc., refused Rinker Hydro: Remember to stay Conventions: Las Vegas con- votes against unionization, and by Gerard’s Fine Foods, US Growers all federal attempts to mediate hydrated this summer. Cemex tinues to experience tradeshow doing so redefining a “majority”. Area #9, Americold Vernon plant, and solve the case, the U.S. Equal Block: contract negotiations are growth. We are offering new cours- If all congress would use this for- At Work, Del Monte and all our Employment Opportunity Commis- coming up. We will have a proposal es and ramping up training to pro- mula, none of our reps in congress produce members at the Los An- sion (EEOC) sued the firm on May 3 meeting soon. vide our members the skills and would have won their election. But geles Central Market and Thrifty Ice for harassing and creating a hostile Government contracts: renego- knowledge necessary to stay com- they want these rules for un-or- Cream, as we enjoyed our visit and work environment for 13 Hispanic tiation opening letters have gone petitive in the market. We are work- ganized workers. Some reform breaking bread with our members. workers at one of the grocer’s San out for the following CBAs: URS/ ing to educate the membership on proposals, including the Employee It gives us a chance to register our Diego stores. dispatchers, URS/telecommuni- the forces that stand to profit from Rights Act, would also require new members to vote, to register for The case, filed in U.S. District cations, URS/firefighters, URS/ complacency and internal Union Union elections every three years, DRIVE and sign the petition to op- Court in San Diego, says managers Chugach/Arcata & Vectrus wall-to- frustration and blame and plan on or sooner upon the expiration of a pose the GROW Act. We have plenty at Albertsons’ Lake Murray store wall M & O, URS flight attendants offering labor action seminars in collective bargaining agreement. more scheduled and will be visiting “prohibited Hispanic employees and operation mechanics & inspec- the near future. It is crucial to keep If more than 50 percent of the soon. tors, Simplot Silica Sand & MSTS the labor movement moving for- bargaining unit did not vote in the Don’t forget if you’ve recently from speaking Spanish around construction (wages). ward and never accepting the sta- original Union election, that would moved please update your contact non-Spanish speakers, including We ratified a new CBA for the TTR tus quo, for that is when we regress. mean that instead of coming to the information with our front office when they spoke to Spanish-speak- Airfield Teamsters, effective April bargaining table to decide on the and register to stay updated on our ing customers and during breaks.” 16. We are currently still in the pro- next contract, employers would be website and our phone app. www. “The EEOC alleges the manag- cess of negotiating the Pilots’ CBA, once again able to subject employ- teamsterslocal630.org Follow us ers publicly reprimanded Hispanic which has been going well. Buy Union Made ees to an onslaught on anti-union on: Facebook@Teamsters630 and employees caught speaking Span- UPS: attendance is an ongoing campaigning and another election. Instagram@TeamstersLocal630 ish. The EEOC also contends no issue. Be at work and at your work This is a clear demonstration of the corrective action was taken, despite station on time, unless you’re on conservative right to try and imple- numerous employee complaints, approved time off. Many more feed- ment anti-union and anti-worker forcing employees to transfer,” the er grievances have been settled legislation. In other words, workers agency’s statement said. with pay for violations of the local would face a higher electoral bar Managers’ conduct violates Ti- feeder work rules and for violating to form a Union than employers tle VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, the law. The company will contin- would face to break it or decertify, By Rick Middleton which bars discrimination on the ue to train feeder drivers in 2018 By Lou Villalvazo this would create an undemocratic basis of race, sex, nationality, reli- until the bench is staffed. Contract Secretary-Treasurer process. The following laws are be- Secretary-Treasurer gion, gender, disability and other negotiations are still ongoing with ing proposed and would rig the sys- factors. UPS, right now we are trying to de- In February, tem against workers: 1st, The Work- fine the current language that we the Supreme place Democracy and Fairness Act, Rick Mid- have so that the company has the Court heard the introduced by Rep. Tim Walberg dleton: I’m Check your same understanding as the Union case of Janus (R-MI). 2nd, The Employee Privacy pleased to re- local’s before negotiating new language. vs. AFSCME. A Protection Act introduced by Rep. port that we Negotiations continue in May and decision in fa- Joe Wilson (R-SC). 3rd, The Pro- have organized website possibly June for the SWPR, SWSR vor of Janus is tecting Local Business Opportunity another Dur- and Western Region Supplement. expected to be Act, introduced by Senator Lamar ham School The village porter subcontract- rendered by June. This will allow Alexander (R-TN). 4th, The Protect- Services yard. Negotiations for a ing grievance was settled for pay public employee union members ing American Jobs Act introduced first contract at this new location and an agreement to have a UPS not to pay their Union dues but still by Rep. Austin Scott (R-GA). All will begin soon. As usual this victory employee do the work in peak of benefit from the contract negotiat- these bills are moving in congress was the result of hard work by Local 2018. All SPVD grievances were ed and the representation provid- as we speak, research them and 572 staff, the affected workers, and By Tommy Blitsch deadlocked to the West and will be ed by their Union. In congress we learn what the consequences will Local 572 members who work for Secretary-Treasurer tied to the same issue from another have Rep. David Phil Roe, (R-Tenn.), be if they pass into law. On top of some of our other bus yards. Spe- western Local. Download the UPS who introduced the GROW Act (H.R. this the expected new anti-worker cial thanks to Recording Secretary Teamster Day Rising app on your smart phone to 4997); this legislation if enacted appointees will join the NLRB and Lourdes Garcia, Organizer Laura at Wet-n-Wild is stay connected to these important will hurt multi-employer pension also the NLRB can also take admin- Vasquez, and Lonnie Holmes who Saturday, June negotiations. Please make sure funds like ours in the Western Con- istrative actions that would make worked together in helping these 2. To register you have a good address on file ference and our retirees. We have a the current Union election process workers become Teamsters. send a text to with the Local Union call--702-453- petition that is circulating through- harder for workers. To continue with busing, a three- 797979 and 6310 to verify your address with out the shops. If you haven’t seen If you haven’t registered to vote, week strike at First Student Pasa- type: team- the office staff. it, please stop by the Local and sign we have registration forms at the dena was brought to a successful sters631. Once Construction: the Las Vegas 51’s it or visit our website and print a Local and we will be setting up a conclusion. Although there were we’ve confirmed stadium is taking shape in Sum- copy and assist us by collecting link on our website to register to no changes to wages, First Student your membership, you’ll receive an merlin. The mass excavation is just signatures from your family and vote online. Because of conserva- finally agreed to several Union pro- email regarding the details. Each about completed. The Raider Sta- neighbors to “oppose” the GROW tive lobbyists like “Citizen United” posals that were important to our member can bring up to three dium excavation for the main floor Act. and “ALEC”, corporate interests like members. guests. If your family is larger, ad- is nearing completion as well. The Every election counts, and poli- the Koch brothers and the Walton Moving in a different direction, ditional tickets will be available at infrastructure projects, such as the tics is part of our American way of family can donate billions of dol- it’s my privilege to announce that the gate for $25.00 each. We hope 215 expansion, I-11, and Railroad life, and this next election is not any lars to buy these elections. If you continued next page

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005610_MAY.News 2018.indd 5 5/9/18 12:27 PM Business Representative Tait Skif- will be available. Continue to check for OCTA. The type and quality of have any questions, please speak nicating on a regular basis with the strom received the George Meany for bulletins regarding dates and their collective bargaining agree- to your stewards. Republic Servic- company regarding their concerns Award for his contribution to youth times of interviews for camp route ments depend upon adequate es: contracts are printed, please see and we ask that you continue to re- in our community through scout- and the summer school bid. Also, transportation funding. We made your steward for a copy. We are still port these concerns to the compa- ing. The purpose of the award is to a reminder, you will be allowed to serious progress last year and now working on the translation and cop- ny, your shop steward and business recognize outstanding service to pass up work during the summer some opportunistic politicians are ies will be available soon. Transdev: representative. youth through programs offered bid, but if all work is not covered, attempting to repeal that transpor- the employer and the Union have At Yardney Water Management, by the Boy Scouts of America. What routes will be assigned in reverse tation funding and disrupt the pro- agreed to a federal mediator to contract proposal meetings have makes Tait’s accomplishment that seniority order. Proxy bids must be gress that is taking place in transit ensure negotiations move forward. been conducted as we prepare for much more noteworthy, is the fact given to a steward well in advance and highway and bridge construc- Unfortunately, the employer’s at- negotiations with the company. that he and Steve Badger work long of the bid. First Transit –Dash: let’s tion. We have to do everything we torney had a medical emergency. Watch your bulletin boards for fur- days representing Teamsters em- all welcome the utility workers can to make sure our members are Negotiations will resume as soon ther information. ployed at Ralphs Grocery. unit. Mike Soria will serve as shop registered to vote and in particular as he returns. Please see Blanca At Boral - contract proposal meet- In closing, I look forward to see- steward…congratulations! MV- vote No on the recall of Senator Rodriguez or Jeremy Ladebauche ing was held and we have begun ing you at our next membership MTA: there will be a shake-up bid in Josh Newman in Senate District 29. for updates. FXi: We are still in negotiations with the company. meeting. June. I anticipate an increase in ser- We are conducting phone banking negotiations. We have a contract The Local Union thanks the mem- Adriana Salazar Avila and Mike vice. I will be giving out bid books and precinct walking in his district. extension with retro activity to June bership for their great participation Ford: LAUSD: Negotiations for the that will take you through Decem- If you want to get involved please 30, 2018. Kraft-Heinz: on April 2, and input into their contract renew- 2017-2020 Successor contract ber. Check the bulletin board for contact Doris at Local 952 at 714- thirty-six (36) employees were laid al. are well under way. Our 13-page further information. 740-6225. Remember, the last off. As the employer continues to Costco will close the Montebel- proposal to the District contains, Grace Guitron: First Student – day to register to vote in the June upgrade lines with automation, lo location and open a Monterey amongst other things, restoration Hesperia: I would like to thank Cin- Primary is May 22. If you want to we expect more layoffs before the Park store in late May or early June, of assignment basis for specific dy Mitchell for her service as a shop get involved in political action or end of the year. It is important that 2018 with all our Union members classifications, locations or -divi steward. I also congratulate the two organizing call Jessica at 714-740- all employees maintain all certi- following to the new location. This sions, salary realignment, and a newly elected shop stewards, Qua- 6218. fications. FXi: Todavía estamos en new location will bring additional healthy wage increase over two vona Simpson and Pablo Calderon. We are also conducting voter reg- negociaciones. Tenemos una ex- Teamsters Union members to the years. We still have a long way to I’m looking forward to working with istration and mobilization as well as tensión de contrato con actividad Monterey Park Costco. Teamster/ go before we will come to an agree- both of you. First Student Hesperia D.R.I.V.E. recruitment throughout retroactiva hasta el 30 de junio de Costco contract negotiations start ment on salaries. We firmly believe and First Student Palm Springs: we the Local Union. The Internation- 2018. Kraft-Heinz: A partir del 2 de this summer, so if you have moved that several of our classifications are are gearing up and preparing for al Brotherhood of Teamsters has abril, treinta y seis (36) empleados in the last three years make sure sorely underpaid, while other clas- contract negotiations. I am in the negotiated a very good tentative fueron despedidos. A medida que your Local Union has your correct sifications are being diminished process of having proposal meet- agreement with ABF and is working la Compañía continúa actualizando address on file. in stature. Some classifications are ings and will be meeting with our hard on getting a good settlement las líneas con la automatización, At Alta Dena Certified Dairy, being closed and the work is dis- bargaining committees to prepare with UPS. If you have any ques- esperamos mas despidos antes del Teamster Locals 63, 166, 186 and appearing or being given to others them for negotiations. Student tions, please contact your stewards fin de año. Es muy importante que 630 recently monitored movement to perform. We are asking this of Transportation of America: we will or business representative. todos los empleados mantengan of work from the “North” facility our members: stop working off the have a contract proposal meeting Local 952 members and their sus certificaciones. to the “South” facility and various clock and do not perform duties that and select a bargaining committee families are invited to our annual Business Representative Eddy locations, and it went smoothly. are outside of your classification! If in the near future. M.A.R.T.A., Big car show held on Sunday, May 20 at Ronceros: CVS Health: we want to The collective bargaining rights of you are not being compensated, Bear and Crestline: Big Bear had a 10 a.m. If you have any questions, thank the stewards and members members were protected in this you should not be performing the shop steward election on April 24. please contact Jessica at the Local at as we continue to work together movement of work. work. As you may know, SEIU Local John Flammia: UPS: we are 714-740-6218. with your employer on issues to ALSCO Inc. and Teamster Locals 99’s membership has authorized a continuing to negotiate with the President & Business Repre- make sure improvements con- 166 and 542 continue negotiations strike. As supervisors, you should company on the Southwest Riders sentative Grant Maertz: UPS ne- tinue. CVS: there is a new system for a first time contract for the em- not ask your Local 99 subordinates and West supplement. The process gotiations are in full swing at all in the modules for selection and ployees at Palm Springs and El Cen- or friends to give you details about has been very slow. You can go to levels. There has been progress on we’ve met with your employer and tro locations. Also, contract pro- their strike, their plan, and/or any upsrising.com or download the app several important non-economic the stewards on the new process. posal meetings were recently held meeting information. You should to get all the latest developments items such as Harassment, 9.5, We will continue to monitor the ef- with our members at AmeriPride also refrain from giving them your on the National Master negotia- and supervisors working. Econom- fects and report to the members at Services and Angelica Textile driv- opinion on whether they should tions. Additionally, I am collecting ic items will be coming out in the the DC. Albertsons: now that the Al- ers. Negotiations will begin soon strike. You cannot encourage or signatures opposing the GROW next few weeks. Much more to bertsons/Vons merger is complete, with the assistance of our commit- discourage them from participat- act which may negatively affect come on these negotiations. CUSD: we are going through the Global tee members. ing. Additionally, if they do go on our well-funded pension here in The school year is winding down Master rebid for both distribution Construction: the San Bernardino strike, you cannot be asked to per- the west. We believe that the Butch and getting prepared for summer centers. It was completed in the County offices of MSHA will be con- form their duties unless the work Lewis act is a much better option to school. We are working on sever- second week of April. Now we are ducting MSHA training at Local 166 is generally included in your job help support pensions across the al of the economic items that are meeting with the employer to work on May 23, 24 and 25. The classes description – and not under “oth- country that are in trouble. tied to our contract and looking to out the details of the members and certifications upon completion er duties as assigned”. As we gain Laura Vasquez: the Durham or- get retroactivity on healthcare caps transferring from Brea to Irvine are of no charge to our construction more information or updates, we ganizing drive was a success. The and wages. The PARS program has and Irvine to Brea. We’ll keep you members; all other construction will be emailing members. If you drivers stood united in their belief been approved by the school board updated. Local members of Joint Council 42 have any questions about your role of a better future with Teamsters and we are moving through that Business Representative Dave are encouraged to attend. Please in a strike, please contact Adriana Local 572. process. Bimbo: the routes are sta- McCaffrey: Super Shuttle: there has contact John Albaugh or Robert or Mike at asalazar@teamsters572. bilizing from the recent restructure been a turnover in management. Stanley of Local 166 for further org or [email protected]. and rebid from the Import RSRs. Keep your steward informed of any details. The three-day class will be Traci Smith: First Student – Av- There has been several changes on issues that may arise. GKN: we con- held at Local 166. We have had calls alon: Spring /Summer session is warehouse side that has helped get tinue to monitor the recent buy out. from employers for work, but our upon us. Make sure to sign up for drivers on their routes quicker. Congratulations to Sally Carlson members must be MSHA- certified extra charter work, especially if it’s Business Representative Jeff on being named “Chief Steward”. or we can’t dispatch them to the Meetings have been scheduled in Long Beach Unified work. As a re- By Patrick Kelly Sweet: American Bottling Company available work without the MSHA minder, if you are called into the (7Up): we anticipated having an of- order to resolve the open grievanc- Certification. Secretary-Treasurer manager’s office and reasonably fer to vote for ratification early May. es. UPS Laguna: contract negotia- Overall, construction has been a fear discipline, exercise your Wein- Pepsi: we have secured a Letter of tions continue. Congratulations to little slow over the last few months garten rights. MST-Long Beach: Secre- Understanding regarding addition- Luis Aguilar on his upcoming retire- in most locations of Southern Cali- we have had several transit routes tary-Treasurer al full day overtime for transport ment and 41 years of membership. fornia, mostly due to winter weath- added and are currently working Patrick D. Kelly: work ensuring that Union transport er and the completion of existing on a transit rate for this location. Negotiations are drivers have the majority of the full projects in our desert regions, but Make sure you keep up with your continuing with day overtime work. Coca-Cola: a now that spring is here and sum- transmittals and keep track of the OCTA regarding request has been made for an en- mer just around the corner, work hours you drive transit. Summer coach operators. gineering audit at the Orange and should be getting back to normal. session is fast approaching. Con- We hope to get this settled over Rancho warehouses. UPSF: Negoti- By Mike Bergen The Vulcan production plants have tinue to check bulletins for the date the next few weeks and without a ations are ongoing. Secretary-Treasurer also had some unwanted days off and time of the summer school bid. disruption in service. If you have Business Representative Norma for wind and rain, but they took Also, as a reminder, you can pass any questions, please contact your López: City of Anaheim: congratu- that opportunity to do equipment up work during the summer bid stewards or your Business Repre- lations to David Horner on his new At Young’s maintenance so they can be ready but are required to work if all work sentative Almeta Carter at 714-740- full-time position. We thank you for Market Co. the for the upcoming busy summer is not covered. Uncovered routes 6235. We are conducting feedback the many years of service as stew- company has months. Granite has been working will be assigned in reverse senior- and site visitations at the bases. ard. We are currently looking for a changed their on the I-15 port of entry project and ity order. If you have any questions This is very helpful to us in crafting new steward in Security; if you’re operating sys- has moved a crew to L.A. to begin please contact me or one of your an improved agreement. interested please call me at 714- tems which work for the BNSF railroad. Matich stewards, Lois Webb or Shandra There is a serious effort to rescind 740-6246. Angels Baseball: the Un- have caused Corp. is expecting to be busy this Harrell. MST-Los Angeles: I would the Transportation Bill that provides ion has agreed to the new employ- many prob- summer and will be hiring more like to welcome our new steward funding for highway construction, ee manual. We ask all members to lems and issues for warehouse em- drivers as the new trucks they re- Juan Carlos Serrano. Summer ses- infrastructure and transit services. review the entire handbook, em- ployees, drivers, and salespeople. cently purchased begin to roll in. sion is fast approaching, and we We have a couple thousand mem- phasis on attendance as well as the All Local Unions that are signatory don’t know exactly how much work bers that work directly or indirectly seventh day of rest section. If you to this contract have been commu- continued next page

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005610_MAY.News 2018.indd 6 5/9/18 12:27 PM Security Paving has almost com- “I may not get there with you. But I Our fight and Dr. King’s fight in in the role. Robert will continue to pleted the I-8 repaving in El Centro want you to know tonight, that we, Memphis — one for all Americans to serve as a Union steward. We would and is beginning more work in the as a people, will get to the prom- live free and prosper — is the same. like to thank brother Robert for all Bakersfield area. ised land. And I’m happy, tonight. This season, remember our fight, By Ray Whitmer of his contributions. Coffman has moved most of the I’m not worried about anything. and what Dr. King did on the eve Manhattan Beach - we will begin Secretary-Treasurer crew from Winterhaven to Phoenix I’m not fearing any man. Mine eyes of his death. So long as we all stay MOU negotiations preparation. AZ for their joint venture project have seen the glory of the coming involved as a Union and stay Team- Almost half- We will be making two appoint- with Granite Construction---this is of the Lord.” ster proud, we will not fail. way into the ments for steward so we may have for work from Victorville Airport to As this season marks the 50th an- year and we a complete bargaining committee. Travis Air Force base in Northern niversary of his death, we choose to continue to After various years of serving as a California. We have started dis- honor Dr. King’s life and the world push full speed steward, brother Dave Porter has patching work for a small gas pipe- he wished for all Americans yet to as we build our decided to voluntarily step down in line hydro test in Hinkley CA with come. In this spirit, we push on in member power his role as a steward to give other Abercrombie, and expect to see a 2018 as a Union of working people to win fair con- members an opportunity to partic- few more Teamsters this summer as ready for our home region to live By Larry Griffith ipate in negotiations. Thank you Secretary-Treasurer tracts and protect the rights of our that job ramps up. If you’re not cur- up to its full potential. membership. Through the power Dave, for all of your tremendous rently working use this down time Member power is at the core of and strength of our solidarity, we work. to get additional training at the our many victories this past season. Summer continue to fight for fairness and City of Los Angeles Crossing Training School so you will be pre- The 500 San Bernardino County is rapidly ap- respect for all of our workers. Guards - we will commence MOU pared when we call to dispatch you. preschool employees who organ- proaching and Teamsters Local 911 Scholar- negotiations soon. We will be bar- Congratulations to the following ized as Teamsters in November that means it ships – After overwhelming partic- gaining general concepts via the brothers and sisters who recently 2015, unanimously voted in favor is once again ipation and success, we are proud Coalition of City Unions and we will retired from Local 166: Fernando of their first Teamster contract in time for our to announce that we will continue have a bargaining unit table as well Silva and Russell Werner from An- February, after a spirited and stra- annual Health with our new-found tradition. Our as we have done in the past. heuser-Busch Riverside; Robert Go- tegic campaign to bring home long Fair. The Health Annual Scholarship Program will We would like to express our ins from construction; Gerald New- overdue adjustments in wages and Fair is going to be held again this award four $2500 scholarships in deepest and sincere condolences man, Roberto Vera, Alfredo Carrarza benefits. In the city of Pomona, the year at the Wet n Wild waterpark. honor of four of our former Local to the family and friends of sister and James Kwapiszeski from Han- same occurred — public displays Everyone had a great time there Union leaders that dedicated their Savannah Robinson on the loss of son Aggregates-San Diego; Arthur of solidarity, and worksite-level last year and a few lucky members working lives to making it better her husband. Savannah serves as a Dominguez , Kiewitt Pacific; Robert leadership every single day by left with some great prizes. Don’t for our members. Please visit our lead guard in the Western Area and Erb from Hazard Construction-San hard-working members pushed miss out on the fun this year! Each website at www.teamsters911.com is part of our steward team. Diego; Cynthia Suchil and Sylvia city officials toward movement and member can get a maximum of 4 or contact your business represent- Occidental College - we have Garcia from Costco; James Halpin eventual settlement on a strong tickets for themselves and their atives for more information. commenced our contract negotia- from IAP, Ft. Irwin; Larry King from contract that undoes economic family members. You must call Since 2016, the Teamsters Local tions. We will keep everyone updat- Mondelez; Hector Lopez from Mon- damage dating back to Great Re- Debbie Ledon at the Local to RSVP 911 Scholarship Program has given ed on our progress as it happens. ierlifetile; Artero Celis from Ralphs cession-era cuts in public services. A and guarantee your admission to $20,000 to members of Local 911 Our team will be composed of Creamery; and Shannon Ferguson contract at the city of Hesperia was the park. Please take advantage of and the children of our members Felipe Kosareff, Yolanda Martinez, from Young’s Market Co. Our best also ratified, with levels of increases this exclusive benefit for members. who are working to pursue success Joseph Jordan, Raquel Sanchez, wishes go out to you and your fam- they haven’t seen in years. Local 14 members in North Las in higher education. Congratula- Rosario Rodriguez and Rojelio ilies for many wonderful years of Members who were pivotal to Vegas recently voted overwhelm- tions to last year’s winners: Aman- Navarro. retirement. building power needed to win pre- ingly in favor of ratifying a one-year da Lahham, Mohammed Rhaman, City of Palmdale - as we contin- Condolences and our thoughts school and Pomona contracts have extension to the collective bargain- Raymond Alvarado and Lauren ue to finalize the classification and go out to the families of our mem- been honored as the Member Pow- ing agreement. This extension in- Wytrykus. compensation study, we will keep bers who have recently died: Tony er Award winners. At County Pre- cludes a base wage increase for the Classic Parking - Los Angeles everyone abreast of any progress. Manno, Local 166 staff & Arrow- school, despite long days at work, first time in many years in the city of County awarded the County Lots Our Joint Labor Management Com- head Magazine; Anthony Hollis, helping the region’s youngest stu- North Las Vegas. The city was affect- contract to Classic Parking with the mittee will be in full action in the Dyncorp, Ft. Irwin; and Louie dents with the care and service they ed as severely as any city in the na- new Union agreement commenc- months to come. Our stewards are Stiefel, formerly construction. Our provide, the bargaining committee tion by the Great Recession and we ing July 1, 2018. This contract has already putting in some work in or- thoughts and prayers are with you. — Mary DuJon, Sean Segal, Jodi hope that this is a sign of things to substantial wage increases and der for this process to be as produc- Brothers, Rest In Peace. Jodd, Toi Waddles and Tera Forshey come and the days of concessions maintenance of the health and wel- tive as possible. — proved tireless in their pursuit and layoffs are a thing of the past. fare benefits. of the stability that PSD families Our members at Anderson Dairy We have also reached an agree- Local 1932 deserve. At Pomona, Brian Jeffers and Pepsi also voted recently to rat- ment with Classic Parking to repre- of the water department was an es- ify new 5-year collective bargaining sent the Stub Hub Center location sential figure in rallying members agreements. As with most nego- in the City of Carson. We are in the By Bob Lenno to unite. Our Union thanks them for tiations we had our difficulties in process of representing the em- Secretary-Treasurer their service with this recognition. coming to an agreement and we ployees that will be employed at Beyond worksites, Teamsters Lo- By Randy Korgan would like to thank our committees the new football/soccer stadium in cal 1932 hosted another gathering for their patience and perseverance Bob Lennox: General Manager downtown Los Angeles. More up- of regional elected officials April 25 during the process. The negotiation dated will be sent as things further as we go to to discuss the problem with com- committees are a valuable asset develop. press our 2018 On the munity voices being locked out during the process. As a member Eudaimonia - we finalized our membership evening of April when development and subsidy you should consider volunteering contract negotiations with Eudai- Picnic is right 3, 1968, Dr. deals are made at the local level. for the committee when negotia- monia reaching a five-year agree- around the Martin Luther Using a policy brief exploring one tions begin for your employer. As ment with wage increases and corner, as well King Jr. deliv- particularly noxious deal — the city a member this is your opportunity maintenance of the health and wel- as our dead- ered a speech of Ontario’s agreement with QVC, to have a say in your future and see fare benefits. Thank you to every- line for our Scholarship awards in support of Inc. in 2015 — our Union made how the process works. The first one who helped make this possi- for qualified graduating students Memphis sani- great headway in spreading best step in doing this is to contact your ble. SP Plus - we have finalized the from high school for 2018. Mem- tation workers that were on strike. practices at previous meeting on business agent about being a stew- negotiations of our Union agree- bers who intend to have their son Dr. King was shot and killed the October 25, 2017. By utilizing Com- ard at your job site. ment for Dodger Stadium. This con- or daughter apply, be sure to com- next day. munity Benefit Agreements that al- We are currently in negotiations tract has substantial wage increases pletely fill out the application and Prompted by the poverty wages low community stakeholders a say with several other employers. We for all our members. The Bob Hope include transcripts as requested. they received from the City of Mem- in what companies must provide in have begun having meetings with Airport RFP process has not ended George Park: Penske Truck Leas- phis, and the dangerous conditions return for subsidies is key to trans- the city of Henderson and hope to yet. The Airport Authority has not ing is continuing to process the of their work, which led to the forming the Inland Empire from a be able to reach a resolution within decided if they will re-award the retroactive wage increase, as well death of two workers in February race to the bottom status quo, and the next month. We will begin ne- contract to SP Plus or if they will as incorporating the wage increase 1968, Memphis sanitation workers instead, into a place where working gotiations shortly for the road work- choose another parking operator. into the payroll system. Ryder Truck went on protest that spring for their families thrive. ers in Lincoln County and we are We will keep you updated once Rental has agreed to resolve several right to form a Union. Their picket Now, as a U.S Supreme Court de- looking to come to an agreement more details become available. open grievances by agreeing to pay line signs reading “I Am A Man” be- cision on Janus v AFSCME looms, on another five-year CBA. City of Santa Monica - the city at- employees who worked six and/ came iconic for its truth. Despite be- we remain undaunted. While, an- We want to extend our condo- torney’s office is finalizing our MOU or seven consecutive days–regard- ing maligned as un-American by a ti-union groups staple words like lences to the family and friends of for signature. Once this is finalized less of work schedules or pay peri- wide swath of the population for his “freedom” and “liberty” to their longtime member and IATSE em- we will distribute to our members. ods. A very large thank you to the commitment to progress, Dr. King disastrous legislation, as a Union ployee Jeri Morrison who recently We are also planning a general 11 Disneyland stewards assisting supported the truth championed of working people, we know that passed away. shop steward election in the weeks in negotiations. The Disneyland by these workers and the truth true freedom comes from dignity Congratulations to Bronson Al- to come. Redondo Beach - we have Master Service Agreement involves championed by all people fighting at work and a fair return on the la- cover of Nevada Beverage on the commenced negotiations for our four separate Unions, covering over for freedom and dignity because he bor we provide to keep our home birth of his baby girl, Tom Coruzzi contract that expires on June 30, 9,000 employees and is set to ex- wanted the most powerful country regions running. Currently, that’s of Bonanza Beverage on his retire- 2018. We will be holding a chief pire June 16. American Bottling, in the world to live up to its stated possible because we do stand to- ment after 27 years of service and steward election in the weeks to Dr. Pepper, Snapple Group, was re- values. gether in Union, and it’s that cause Terry Coulson of Breakthru Bever- come. Robert Rivera, our current cently overwhelmingly ratified. The “I’ve seen the promised land,” that led Dr. Martin Luther King to age on his retirement after 28 years chief steward has decided to step new five year agreement includes Dr. King told a packed audience in Memphis as his life came to end on of service. down to give other members an Memphis on the eve of his death. April 4, 1968. opportunity to step up and serve continued next page Vol. 78 - No. 2 – May 2018 PAGE 7

005610_MAY.News 2018.indd 7 5/9/18 12:27 PM improvements in seniority, wages his guaranteed flag hours. After 5:05 p.m. Ticket includes: Admis- patchers: many member issues co-workers, the Union and the en- and much needed increases in pen- discussing the issue with the com- sion, (1) Friar Frank & (1) 24 oz. have, or are in the process of being tire membership in more far-reach- sion contributions. Steward John pany Payroll processed the hours soda. All for $20.00. We also want resolved, including the recent re- ing ways. Jacksons deserves a well-earned that were missing and he was paid to thank all of our members that turn to work of one member that Local 996 will be negotiating “Thank You” for his assistance. correctly. Congratulations to our volunteer with the National Associ- was placed on administrative leave 14 labor agreements this year in Jim Lennox: AVIS: Negotiations members at Commercial Tire-- they ation of Letter Carriers Food Drive. pending termination since Octo- addition to holding our Union elec- are continuing for the successor ratified a new one year agreement. Year after year Teamsters Local 542 ber, 2017. Tradeshow: the current tion. We need to ensure that unity Avis LAX/Burbank Master agree- Damascus Castellanos: Medico has been a key component in the contract expires December 1, 2018, prevails within our Union and be- ment. Also, CBA proposals were Linen: brother Blandino, a 30+ success of this event. We also want now is the time to start taking notes tween our members. Consider your taken in March for the Avis/Budget year member was removed from to remind you to follow us on Face- for discussion points for a proposal words and actions. Think about how Ontario Airport facility. Disneyland his route and put in the office; we book. Have a great summer! meeting that will be scheduled a they could affect our Union goals Resort Master Service negotiations got him back on route with no loss Business Representative Nicole couple months prior. OMNI La Cos- and the rights of the hardworking underway with the UFCW, SEIU and of pay. YRC Pico Rivera: after an un- Moreno: congratulations and wel- ta Resort & Spa: after multiple ne- people who comprise our mem- the Candy Makers. The bargaining timely death of our member in jani- come to our 2 new Republic Ser- gotiation sessions with a mediator bership. Don’t let the company or will take some time to reach a fi- torial, the company was attempting vices locations that recently voted present, the Union has received a other people’s agendas “divide and nal recommended offer-now, more to replace his position with a third Local 542 to be their Union Rep- new contract proposal for the mem- conquer” our great Union! United than ever, stay united! Eaton Coop- party non-Union janitorial compa- resentative. The Eastgate location bers to vote on after many months we stand. Divided we fall. er Lighting: two very important cas- ny. The company conceded and as well as the Otay Mesa Landfill of postponements and negotiation es recently won. First, John McCain hired a person into the janitorial location voted by a vast majority sessions. The scheduled vote date contested the company’s attempt position that is now a proud mem- to have Local 542 in San Diego was May 9. Rural Metro/AMR: new to apply favoritism over seniority ber of Local 495. Satellite Wagering represent them. I am honored to contract booklets have been pre- for job bidding purposes. All em- Facilities: Local 495 has scheduled represent this great group of our pared for disbursement. US Foods, ployees are once again allowed to negotiations with California De- newest members. Costco – do not San Diego Division: more routes By Chris Griswold bid into any position and shift that partment of Agriculture for a re- forget this is our contract negotia- are being shifted to the employer’s Secretary-Treasurer they are qualified for. Thomas Cart- newed agreement. Racetrack: Local tion year! Be on the lookout for in- newly established resident yard. er’s unjust separation was reversed. 495 has been informed of some formation and education to be giv- Due to the restructuring and elim- Tom is now back to work with full discrepancies in wages due to the en to our members via handouts, ination of several delivery routes, Congratu- back pay and seniority. Hertz: after time clock system. I am working notifications on the bulletin boards drivers will have an opportunity to lations to our six long months of battling Hertz on getting this corrected. It is im- and individual warehouse gather- re-bid prior to the schooled start new members Rent A Car to prevent them from portant all those effected should ings. If you have any questions or date of May 15, 2018. US Foods, from the MGM incorporating an unjust attendance contact me. Ken Walker, Director of concerns about the contract, please La Mirada: business as usual. US - Transporta- policy, we have prevailed in put- Federation of Racing, retired May contact me so we can have a meet Foods, Corona Division: the em- tion Services. ting together a reasonable and fair 1. Taking Ken’s place is Denise De and greet to hear your ideas. ployer has yet to inform Local 542 We have al- policy that was rolled out in May. Anda, Corporate Counsel, West Business Representative Michael of its intent to relocate its resident ready begun All employees’ attendance points Coast. West: Canteen - congratulations yard. United Cleaners: business as negotiations on first time contracts will be expunged to zero. I thank Carla Castro: congratulations to on your new three year contract! usual. Iron Mountain Records: col- for over 200 limousine drivers and all stewards from every airport and Selina Martin and Jordan Parks The new CBA will continue to pro- lective bargaining negotiations are dispatchers. The employees at the classification. Penske Master Agree- for sticking it out and fighting the vide increases each year, and will still on-going with progress being Golden Nugget recently voted to ment and the 495 Penske Hiker ne- good fight after two drawn out provide much better healthcare at made between the parties on be- become Teamsters and we look gotiations are now fully ratified. We wrongful terminations through pa- much lower cost to our members. half of the members. forward to contract negotiations for expect the wage adjustments and tience and perseverance we were A special “thank you” goes out to them as soon we are certified by the back pay will be rolled out before able to get her job back. Also re- my stewards Ryland Adams and National Labor Relations Board. the end of May. VW of America: in turned to work: Lilly Smith, Jessie Kelly Williams for their strong ef- Thank you to all the members of March we reconvened the bargain- Mayo, Jennifer Bernard, Sean Dor- forts during negotiations, both Local 986 and other Local Unions ing committee for our annual wage in and Maria Rodriguez. Currently in and out of the meeting rooms. who joined us on May 1 to protest opener and we prevailed with both we are at the table with the Walt Costco - it’s about that time again! against Parsec management to By Ron Kozuma demand that they negotiate a fair increased hourly rates and a new Disney Company for our members We are quickly approaching nego- President ”Damage Reduction” wage bonus who work at Disneyland and Cali- tiations again, and we are counting contract for their employees. The pay plan. fornia Adventure, it will definitely on your participation. Think of all Aloha, broth- employees deserve a quality health Kevin Barrus: Avis Rent A Car LAX: be a tough fight. of the things that you call and ask ers and sisters. care plan that does not overburden Terence Sims had his separation Mark Manning: negotiations me about your contract. Now, think Many of you are them with high deductibles and co- overturned. on behalf of the Mechanics and of all of the answers you didn’t like. familiar with pays. Enterprise Holdings LAX: D’Rick Administrative support employees Write them down! Our proposal the concept Local 986 is actively organizing Graham and Travers Lucas unjust at ADESA will continue into June, questionnaires will be mailed to of “divide and new members throughout our Lo- suspension/pending termination if necessary. We have tentatively your door in the next few months. conquer.” Fre- cal Union. Please contact your busi- cases have been heard and re- agreed to most all language mat- Please fill them out completely and quently used in ness representative if you know of solved in their favor. Hertz LAX: ters (including job descriptions), send them back. On a secondary politics, sociology and warfare, it’s anyone who is working non-Union company’s unilateral “Wasting so the parties will be moving to note, if you have moved in the last a strategic method of gaining and that needs the benefits and protec- Time” standards was reversed and wages when we reconvene. A Joint 3 years and have not updated the maintaining power by breaking tion of a Teamster contract. every warning letter issued was re- Arbitration Committee ruled in Union with that information, please up large forces that those in pow- Our last blood drive for the City moved. I am pleased to report Mar- favor of the Union to return a dis- make it a point to do so. The compa- er see as representing a threat or of Hope collected over 120 pints of seille Gent was returned to work charged Ryder Technician to work ny does not notify us of your chang- challenge. By splitting these large blood. Our members and their fam- with back pay. Greyson Alvarez’s job with backpay just short of $20,000. es in address. forces into smaller groups – some- ilies have donated over 1,000 pints promotion grievance has also been Negotiations with Avis Rent-A-Car Flavio Grijalva: ECRMC: We are times even turning them against of blood over the last few years. settled with full back pay. Systems will resume for the Bur- coming up on contract negotiation each other – the threat to power is Your efforts save lives and help re- Johnny Espinoza: at Disneyland bank and LAX agreements. Much time and look forward to getting diminished. The individual groups searchers find a cure for cancer. the following grievances were work remains. Just Tires agreement some input from the members. We typically will lose the momentum Don’t forget that we have moved won: Yosak Casiano brought back is opening for negotiation this year. recently sent out questionnaires and energy they need to mount a out of our main office in South El to work, Jovanni Belcazar was The Union is conducting contract with the stewards to get your input. challenge. Monte and will be moving into our awarded back pay for a missed proposal meetings. I am still collecting those question- As citizens, we see this happen- new building in Covina as soon as shift, Miriam Rodriquez granted naires and will continue to hold ing in our divided nation today. As it is ready. The new address is 1430 proper seniority, Johnathan Ber- meetings for more input and so a Union, we frequently see compa- E. Holt Avenue in Covina CA 91724 mun DDC Ontario written warn- we can get everyone involved. Re- nies using the same tactic, splitting and our phone number will remain ing was removed, Frank Vasquez member, I am your Union repre- up the membership by creating as (626) 350-9860. grievance was paid shift differential sentative, but this is your contract. dissention, starting rumors and Please understand that your business agents are very busy for improper scheduling, Joseph By Jaime Vasuez Let me know what you are looking spreading half-truths or even all- representing our membership in Elhashem written warning for safe- Secretary-Treasurer to update, upgrade, change, leave out lies. Their goal: to undermine ty rescinded. At Avis Long Beach, the same. This is your chance to and conquer the surge of power negotiations, grievance handling, Marlene Alvarenga’s grievance was have your voice heard. Don’t let the they may be feeling from the Union arbitrations and routine visits so won and she was paid for 8 at time Secre- opportunity pass you by. and energized Union members so please leave messages clearly pro- and a half. At WWL with the help tary-Treasurer In the last couple months, mul- they may continue to do what they viding your phone number, place of steward Orlando Hendrix, Valerie Jaime Vasquez: tiple grievances were filed and want to do no matter how unfit or of employment and nature of the Johnson’s three day suspension Brothers and settled for the members. 3 wage unfair their actions may be to work- problem. The policy of Local 986 was taken off her record card after Sisters, I want to affected grievances, out the OB de- ers. is that all phone calls should be re- filing a winning grievance. remind you that partment, were won by the mem- But companies are not alone turned within 24 hours. Art Carrillo: Jesse Caloca from general mem- bers. Totaled over $2500 in owed in using this subversive strategy. Remember to register to vote… Bridgestone Retail Operations in bership meetings for June, July wages. Still working with hospital When members buy into these tac- the Trump Administration has at- Corona filed a grievance because and August are suspended per to address the over-ratio situations, tics, they sadly become accomplices tacked Labor from many different his pay rate was wrong and it was membership vote. Our next gen- so continue to fill out the ADO in helping dissension, rumor-mon- fronts and workers are at risk of los- not corrected. After discussing the eral membership meeting will be (Assignment Despite Objection) gering and lies grow! Perhaps the ing the rights that we have taken for issue, the company agreed to cor- in September. We will have tickets forms. We are still forwarding them attention satisfies their own sense granted. The NLRB has shifted with rect his pay and make him whole. available for Teamsters Local 542 to the state for review. Look forward of ego and power, but these mem- the new members on the board Adam Howard from Bridgestone Day at Petco Park by mid-June to seeing you at our next scheduled bers are really just doing the com- and they are issuing decisions that Retail Operations in Arcadia filed a 2018. Game day will be Saturday, meetings. pany’s dirty work! They don’t stop favor employers over workers. We grievance because he was not paid August 11. First pitch will be at Shelly Allsup: North Comm dis- to realize how they are hurting their continued next page

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005610_MAY.News 2018.indd 8 5/9/18 12:27 PM need to take back Congress and online. eration is with all its moving pieces Pacific Federal may call 1-800- put representatives in office that To make the process as easy as and over 3000+ people involved, 753-0222. Members with pension will fight for working families over possible, we are working with Do- sometimes the difference in being through the Western Conference corporate greed. Like our very own cuSign, the most widely used and By Victor Torres successful and not being success- of Teamsters may call Northwest Local 986 member, Susan Martin- trusted electronic signature com- ful comes down to one person (the Administrators at (866) 648-6878. ez, who is running for District 12 pany available. You may have used Secretary-Treasurer right person) and the difference in the Nevada Assembly. Let’s do DocuSign in the past to sign real that they made. everything we can as Union mem- estate forms and other legal docu- As we con- For us at Teamsters Local 481, Buy Union Made bers to spread the word and get her ments. The process is secure and tinue into the Tom Miller is that one person (the elected. Register today, become efficient. spring season, right person) that made all the dif- informed on the issues and get out Those with an email on file with unfortunately ference in the world. the vote in 2018. Local 2010 who have not yet com- we continue to On behalf of the membership pleted their Teamsters Local 2010 be hit with rath- (both past and present) of Team- Member Power form received an er unpleasant sters Local 481, their families By Todd Mendez email with the subject: “Sign Your circumstances. and extended families, thank you Secretary-Treasurer Teamsters 2010 Member Power Last month, a person who repre- Brother Tom Miller for looking out Form”. Make sure to check your for us, protecting us and leading sents the spirit that flows through- The Local 683 By Jason Rabinowitz inbox and click the yellow “Review out our entire us through all these years. Rest in Documents” button within the peace. leadership team Secretary-Treasurer Local 481 organization was tak- and negotiat- email to view and complete your en away from us. March 7, 2018, In scholarship news, the 2018 membership form with your digital Local 481 Scholarship Program is ing committees marks the day that we lost our dear have been very A few months signature. After the form is com- brother, Tom Miller. available. This scholarship program pleted with your digital signature, is open to not only the children and busy this spring ago, the U.S. Tom Miller began his Teamster negotiating sev- Supreme Court a copy will be sent to you for your membership with his employment grandchildren of our members who records. are enrolled in and attending an eral contracts. heard argu- as a keeper at the San Diego Zoo in To date, we have had six sessions ments in Janus Remember, this is your personal 1970. After a brief break in service, institution of higher learning, but membership form and should not also eligible are the spouses and with Pepsi San Diego. Although v. AFSCME, the he re-established his employment we’ve had no takeaways, we still case brought be forwarded to anyone. with the Zoological Society in 1977 domestic partners of our members. When workers stand together as In addition, our members them- have some economic issues re- by anti-Union at the WAP, now known as Safari maining and we’ll head back lawyers funded by billionaires like Union members, we have the pow- Park, as a buildings and grounds selves are eligible to participate in er to win better wages and benefits this program, as well. The deadline to the bargaining table the first the Koch brothers, aimed at taking attendant. week of June. We want to thank away fair share rights for public for our families. When we don’t, we It was during his time at the Park to submit applications including are weak, giving the University free the proper essay and all supporting our negotiating committee: Nelin service workers and our Unions. In that he became more involved with Juarez and Mark Miller, drivers case there was any doubt, the goal rein to drop our wages and take our Local 481 and served in various documentation is September 7, hard-earned benefits. Stand with 2018. in transportation; Steve Forsythe, of the case is to weaken Unions in capacities (Steward, Chief Shop MEM shop steward; Tony Palm, order to reduce the wages and ben- us by signing the Member Power Steward, bargaining committee Concurrently, there are addition- form once you receive it in your in- al scholarship programs available merchandiser shop steward, and efits of public service workers. member and Local Union Trustee). warehouse stewards Michael Leoni We’ve already seen it happen box. When we stand together, we In 1990 he left the Park and began with their specific qualifications, win together. eligibility requirements and rules. and Marcus Holder. Their input has in one state after another, like in working as a business representa- been invaluable, particularly dur- Wisconsin, where Gov. Scott Walk- CSU Teamsters Ratify Statewide tive at Local 481 and serving as the There’s the Joint Council 42 Schol- Contract - congratulations brothers arship Program and the California ing discussions involving needed er took away collective bargaining Local’s Vice President. improvements and classifications rights for public workers. Union and sisters! We overwhelmingly In 1996 he became Secre- Teamsters Hispanic Caucus Scholar- voted to ratify our first CSU Team- ship Program (deadline to submit for our merchandisers. The contract membership dropped, and within tary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local expired April 28, 2018 however we five years pay and benefits of pub- ster Skilled Trades Division contract 481 becoming even more involved June 15, 2018). with over 96% of the 721 votes in For information on any or all of have an extension agreement in lic workers is down 8-10 percent in with the labor movement as a del- place with Pepsi ensuring retroac- Wisconsin. They followed a simi- favor of the agreement. egate to the San Diego-Imperial these programs, feel free to contact It is amazing to see how much our office or visit our website (www. tive wages and benefits. lar script in Iowa, and Florida, and Counties Labor Council, Joint Coun- The Local is still working on the Michigan, attacking workers’ rights we have grown and accomplished cil 42 delegate, IBT Convention del- teamsters481.org) for further de- in less than a year. Our members tails or to obtain or download a DPI contract and we will have an and lowering wages and benefits. egate and trustee and co-chair of update in the next newspaper. Now they want to take that script voted overwhelmingly to join the San Diego Teamsters-Employ- scholarship application. Teamsters Local 2010 making us a In event news, the 2018 Local Negotiations are nearly complete nationwide. The anti-Union lawyers ers Insurance Trust Fund. He retired at DSI with the company agreeing in the Janus case want to take away powerhouse in higher education. from Local 481 in 2008 after over 481 Picnic has been set for June And by standing together as Team- 9 at Mission Bay’s Tecolote Shores to full maintenance of benefits for fair share rights, which would force 35+ years of Teamster member- the first year which will save the Union members to subsidize the sters, we rallied thousands of peo- ship. North location from 11 a.m. to 2 ple across the CSU through rallies, p.m. In addition, the 2018 Local members $280 a month. When costs of representation of those Even though his professional negotiations are complete we will who choose not to pay dues. Since petitions, and actions demanding accomplishments are many, the 481 Night at Petco Park, a special “Safe Campus, Fair Pay”. night to watch the home team San post the date for the ratification the Union is simply working people following are a few highlights in meeting. Stay tuned. standing together for fair treatment Although the contract provided a career that had many firsts and Diego Padres play the the option for two years of re-open- Phillies, has been set for August 10 A contract proposal meeting was at work, the obvious purpose is to breakthroughs for our Local 481 held at Transdev El Cajon on March weaken and divide us so that they ers, we were able to secure a total members in an array of industries at 7:00 p.m. of three years of guaranteed raises, Tickets for both of these events 4 and we are waiting for the negoti- can lower working people’s pay and that we represent: ation dates from the company. the rich can get richer. It’s about plus language addressing our criti- First time yearly tool allowance are now available. Purchase by cash cal issues. or check will be accepted by making A contract proposal meeting greed, pure and simple. benefits for our mechanics (in the was also held April 15 at Waste Teamsters Local 2010 has been Teamsters Protest Layoffs at UCLA car and truck rental industries, truck arrangements with our administra- - Teamster members and other tion staff. For information on these Management El Cajon. It was well hard at work building our strength sales and repair industries, the Zoo/ attended by the membership. The of membership. We’ve taken our UCLA workers rallied outside the Park and at UPS), retiree health events, contact our office or visit our UC Regents meeting on March 14 website (www.teamsters481.org) contract expires July 13, 2018 and membership from 29% five years and welfare coverage for our Zoo an opening letter has been sent to ago to over 82% today, on our protesting the recent plans to elim- members and an expedited griev- for further details. inate 25% of the workforce at UCLA Our general membership meet- the company this week. Additional- way to our goal of 90%. We’ve ance procedure standardized in our ly, the negotiating committee has organized 2,300 new members Extension (UNEX) by Dean Wayne parking contracts ings are usually scheduled at 7:00 Smutz hurting hundreds of workers p.m. on the been selected and we will keep the in the skilled trades, magnifying It is with the heaviest of hearts membership updated as the talks our strength exponentially. Over and their families. that we send our sincere condo- 2nd Tuesday of the month (sub- UCLA Extension employee and ject to change) and held at 3366 progress. 11,000 members have signed the lences to Tom’s spouse Rosa “Rose” Contract opener requests are Member Power form, committing Union Steward Teresa Velez and Miller, daughter Michelle and Adams Ave. (Normal Heights Ma- Local 2010 President Catherine sonic Lodge). Several times a year also being sent to Domestic Uni- to stand together as Teamsters. brother Don. Thank you for sharing form and Aramark. Although the We’ve conducted powerful contract Cobb addressed the Board calling your husband, father and brother general membership meetings for leadership to hold Dean Smutz are held in North County or on a Aramark current contract does not campaigns and taken action to- with us. Please know that he will expire until September 7, the com- gether by the thousands, winning accountable. According to workers, forever be missed, but never for- weekend. Check our website, Face- Dean Smutz has had a history of book page, sign up for email blast pany is notorious for dragging its significant guaranteed raises and gotten. feet when scheduling negotiation many other victories in the face of mismanagement such as reckless In our Union world, one of our reminders or contact our office for spending on high-priced consult- more details. We serve refresh- dates. We will be posting a negoti- tough employer opposition. main objectives and one of the cor- ation proposal meeting in the near The choice is ours, and our fu- ing firms and an internal service nerstones of our existence is based ments at our monthly membership system whose malfunctions, cou- meetings. future and will keep both locations ture is in our hands. Let’s continue on getting a group of people to updated as soon as possible. to stand together as Teamsters, by pled with student fee hikes, have change from an individual identity As always, if you have a change caused a drop in enrollment at of name, address or job status, it is A bargaining unit work arbitra- making sure everyone in our work- mindset to focusing on what’s best tion has been scheduled for July place has completed the Teamster UCLA Extension. for the common good (this philos- important that you notify the Local The workers of University Exten- Union at (619) 282-2187 and your 17 at Sysco Riverside. We also held Member Power form. When we ophy is particularly symbolized by a Pension meeting at the facility stand together as Teamsters, we sion deserve better from the Uni- the word “team” being part of our Pension/Insurance Trust represent- versity. We will continue to fight for atives. Members covered under the April 8. The meeting was well at- win together! organization’s name “TEAM”sters). tended and a lot of information was Look Out for Your Member Power the workers at UNEX whose work This internal struggle to think San Diego County Teamsters-Em- helps students attain their dream ployers Insurance Trust may call shared. We want to thank all of the Form - all members who have not and act collectively (and to reject members who participated in this signed the Teamsters Local 2010 of graduating and brings education thinking selfishly and individually) (619) 849-1063. Members with in- to the broader Los Angeles commu- surance through Northwest Admin- important meeting. Member Power form received an mostly goes against the grain of At Sysco Riverside the IBT engi- email with a link to an electronic nity. our fast-paced world, doesn’t it? istrators may call (877) 214-8928. membership application to sign However, as complex as our op- Members with benefits through continued next page

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005610_MAY.News 2018.indd 9 5/9/18 12:27 PM neer audits are complete and are Print, GW2 Print, In & Out Printing member’s responsibility to ensure communicated with other mem- (a newly organized produce com- ready for results from them. We Services, Lama Books, National that DC2 has his/her current ad- bers and family members. Ralphs pany). Cemex: we have all cards will provide the full report once it’s Printing Co., New Solidarity, RCA dress. Please call the main office as turned in over 600 signatures from signed and are working with the completed. Superprint, Santa Rosa Printing, soon as possible to provide us with Local 63 to JC 42. Remember, International and will be in the area Local 683 recently held a panel Service Press, Suburban Press, and any changes (800) 333-4388. 2020 negotiations are right around wide agreement which will include meeting at Challenge Dairy and we Trade Litho. the corner, save your money. Ventura County, L.A. County, Inland got a few things resolved. In Omaha, NE, Design 4 and The Ron Seamans, BA: Freight Re- Empire and San Diego. We are Young’s and Southern sales reps Omaha World Herald will start ne- port. ABF: Voting instructions on working with International Organ- should have received an email from gotiations soon. The Post the new contract were mailed April izers on this project. Pacific Bever- the Local that explained the limita- in Denver, CO also has upcoming 19. Ballots were to be counted May age: we are getting close, we are in tions of when management can negotiations. 10 as we went to press. YRC: We the economic stage of negotiations. By Randy Cammack contact you after hours. You are not In the Northwest Region, nego- are setting up a meeting on the re- The NLRB has decided against Pacif- required to respond to any phone tiations are upcoming for Interna- Secretary-Treasurer cent OSHA citation requiring safety ic Beverage in five different ULP call, text message or email before tional Paper, Kapstone, Westrock, shoes. Smithfield: the arbitration charges. We will keep you abreast 8:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. If you Kaye Smith, Rotary Offset Press, UPS Agents: for the overtime pay on holiday of the settlement for those charges. have any questions, please contact Cenveo, and the Daily Journal. we are still in weeks will be heard June 7. The Gold Coast Transit: as we went to your business agent. DC2 recently prevailed in an negotiations decision will be posted as soon as print we will be in our third round The use of cell phones and com- arbitration regarding seniority and it is go- it is received. of negotiations with the supervi- munication devices is becoming violations at The Neil Jones Food ing well. We Creg Quiroz, BA: Negotiations sor group. So far negotiations are an increasing problem with mem- Co (aka Tomatek), where the com- should have continue with LBC in San Diego. I moving smoothly. Sysco: as 186 bers being disciplined, including pany violated the contract when some new will continue to keep the stewards Business Agent Fernando Lara put terminations. Remember, during it created a seniority list for the updates that informed of progress. Harris Ranch: in print below, I would like to con- working hours driving while using Quality Assurance/Quality Control we will soon the contract expires next month. gratulate Peter Allen and welcome a communication device or post- Department. Many mistakes and be able to report to you. For any- An opener was sent out and we him back to work! This is what we ing on social media while on duty inconsistencies were made in the body that would like to know the are looking at dates to meet. USF do, we stand together. An attack on can be considered a terminable members’ seniority records and the updates, you could go to upsris- Reddaway: the plan is to have a one is an attack on all. Solidarity! offense. company improperly took account ing.org. However, we would also proposal meeting late this summer --Abel. On a lighter note, Local 683 time that employees spent in previ- like everyone to be aware of what in August or September. As soon as Fernando Lara: 7up negotiations would like to congratulate new- ous positions when calculating job is going on with our government the date is determined, I will get are in the final stages and I would ly-elected Transdev El Cajon shop position seniority. The arbitrator trying to make a new legislation that information out to the stew- like to thank all the membership for steward Jim Ramirez, and Pasha ruled in the Union’s favor and shall to take from us. We need the sup- ards. its patience and participation. ABF: Automotive Services truck depart- have the company correct any and port from all members to be able to Carlos Barnett, BA: Rockview we have reached a tentative agree- ment’s new shop stewards James all errors in its data base, and af- stop any and all legislation that will joint labor management commit- ment, being voted on as we went to Garcia and alternate Sergio Herre- fected employees shall receive any hurt our retirement funds. Finally, tee ruled plant employees will get press. Bimbo: I would like to con- ra. benefits that were improperly with- we have some news about the new extra work (overtime work which is gratulate the membership at Bim- held based on inaccurate seniority portion of the Ontario building. It not assigned, scheduled work on bo (North), on their ratification of a calculations. will be up and running sometime your days off) which will go to the five year agreement, with increases There are several scholarship during the month of June. Feed- most senior employees who can to commissions, pension and pres- DISTRICT COUNCIL 2 funds to take advantage of at this er: the ONTCA feeder department perform the work. Decision was ervation of health and welfare. MV time. Go on to the DC2 website and will continue training though No- prompted by a grievance filed by Transportation (Oxnard): I would look at the different opportunities Jon Brown. Any questions? Call like to congratulate our newly elect- By Clark Ritchey vember. If you are planning to pro- to receive grants: DC2 Scholarship mote into feeders, please get with me. Stewards have been working ed stewards Karen Reyes and Rob- Secretary-Treasurer Fund, the James R Hoffa Memori- H.R. to ensure your name is on the hard fighting for seniority to prevail ert Razo. We still have the pending al Scholarship Fund, and the Joint “Feeder Intent List”. The next Local in all aspects of work assignments. grievance on quarterly bonuses and During the Council 42 scholarship program. 63 Feeder Orientation is scheduled Qualifications have hindered with have filed a charge against MV with past few months Please make sure that you apply for June 30 at 9 a.m. The “Orien- seniority and this may help us in the NLRB. Sysco: after 18 months of District Council prior to the deadline designated. tation” is one of the mandatory that direction. Dean Foods has fighting Sysco’s Distracted Driving 2 has ratified If you have any questions, please requirements for admission into been trying to use casuals to re- and Electronics Policy, I am proud contracts for contact the DC2 office (800) 333- feeder. Candidates will be offered lieve the stress all companies are to say the arbitrator has ruled in our members in 4388 the training opportunity based off facing—shortage of drivers. The favor and I would like to welcome California, Utah, Journeyperson postings have seniority of members that have all companies have agreed not to use back brother Peter Allen. Our ruling and Nebraska. been mailed and posted on to your requirements completed. casuals as it violates the CBA. Also has revealed the power of Labor In Southern California, members Union Bulletin Board. If you require Martin Perez, BA/Coordinator: discussed were poor work comp and Solidarity. Sysco Warehouse: at Republic Bag ratified a three-year a journeyperson application, talk to Essendant: looks like the move carriers which don’t allow our in- the audit has been completed and agreement with significant general your shop steward or call the Union from Industry to Perris is just about jured drivers to get quick treatment I am awaiting the results of the en- wage increases in each year of the office for a form. Applications must done. It is going to be a big month for injuries which prolong leaves gineer, and would like to thank the contract and adjustments to some be in no later than May 31, 2018. (May). We will be having a card of absence. Foster Farms still in membership and stewards Jerome classifications. Improvements were Be advised that steward elections check election to remain Team- negotiations and the committee is Peart and Eric Berrios for all their made to PTO hours and vacation. are ongoing at this time. Following sters. It is very important that you holding strong for wage increases, great input. UPS Freight: negotia- At Sonoco Paper, they also ratified the completion of these elections, vote. The elections will be held the improved med costs and pension tions are still ongoing and for the a three-year contract that includes Shop Steward Seminars will be week of May 14th – 17th. The bal- increases. IFS still looking for driv- latest information download the general wage increases each year scheduled in the fall. More infor- lots will be counted on the evening ers and new routes will be bid soon. UPS Rising App. United We Stand, of the agreement and an increase mation to follow in the upcoming of the 17th, so make sure your Budget/Avis in arbitration over Divided We Fall. Solidarity to the company pension plan. months. vote counts. GSF, CID, drivers and recent terminations. Hoping we Robert Padilla (Organizer): in Upcoming negotiations in Our deepest condolences to the warehouse: the Union has notified can settle before arbs. Bus drivers construction, Local 186 is alive and Southern California include In- families of the following members the company that we will be ready needed and casual hiring is start- we are going to defend and claim ternational Paper, PCA, Westrock, who recently passed away: to open these agreements for ne- ing. If family members need jobs, our jurisdiction in the construction Ennis Business Forms, Inc., Ameri- Jose Rigoberto Villega – retired gotiations asap. Keep an eye on LAX is booming. Use your vacation industry. Any potential experienced can Red Cross, Graphic Packaging, member from Local 388M, Salo- your bulletin boards for upcoming time to relax and get re-charged. construction drivers please call the Caraustar, and Gared Graphics. mon Cervantes – active member meetings. Studies show taking time off is ben- Local at the number below. I am al- Members at PCA, in Omaha, NE, from Local 388M, Erik Mirafuentes Brian Wood, Scott Berghoefer eficial to one’s health. ways looking for leads. If you know ratified a five-year agreement with – member on LOA from Local 388M, and Robert Amaya: organizing re- of any persons wanting to join the a general wage increase in each Johannes Jacobs – retired member port: brothers and sisters, we have Teamsters and organize their place year of the agreement. Several from Local 388, Sydney Churgel – had a great start to 2018 in organiz- of employment, please call Local improvements were made in the retired member from Local 388M ing. In the month of March we won 186 (805) 644-0070. Ask for Rob- contract including increases to the (4N), Vincent Mazza –member on two elections. The first win was 21 ert. Se Habla Espanol. company 401(k), S & A, and vaca- LOA from Local 388M, Joseph Kot- drivers at Golden State Overnight. By Abel Garcia Jedediah Johnson: the Ventura tion bonuses. Language to the de- ulak – retired member from Local The campaign was run by Volun- Secretary-Treasurer Port District contract has been rat- fined benefit pension plan,- week 543M, Frederick Vogt – retired teer Organizer Big Pun. Thanks ified with added language such as end overtime and funeral leave member from Local 543M, Keith and great job! The second win was Abel Garcia: seniority and grievance procedure! were also enhanced. FC Printing, Nesemeier – retired member from Kapstone Paper with 36 warehouse UPS National At Young’s Market, members are in SLC, UT, ratified a three-year con- Local 625S (440M). employees. The next Volunteer Negotiations extremely frustrated with the new tract with general wage increases in Visit Teamsters District Council 2 Organizing Training is June 7 at are progress- computer system. The new system each year of the agreement. website at www.Teamstersdc2.org. 6 p.m. The training will be held at ing, we have is failing to accurately track orders Currently in negotiations, in You will find important information Teamsters Local 1932. For more touched on (massive reships daily basis) and Northern California, are Pacific such as: available scholarships; information, call Scott Berghoefer several issues, accurately track inventory. At SGWS, Printing Services Corp., Papyrus, the Privileges of the Family Med- 626-859-4005, ext. 1090. including 9.5, the Local Union demanded that the KNG Visual Solutions, and Custom ical Leave Act (FMLA), Weingarten Tony Villegas, BA: Ralphs: good harassment, competition and im- company cease and desist from Paper Products. Rights (Your right to request Union job to all the shop stewards from provements to Article 43. It has calling members (per the CBA Ar- We are awaiting dates for bar- Representation), etc. DC2 has a va- dry grocery, perishables and crate been a very busy year - all Locals ticle 27.1.1) before 8 a.m. and af- gaining at Westrock, MTA Brown riety of items for sale such as: tee yard who helped with the petition are united across the country and ter 5 p.m. The company complied. Mail, Wheeler Sonoma, Commu- shirts, baseball caps and beanies. to fight the Grow Act bill that will ready to deliver a strong contract to Call me if you are in a similar sit- nity Printers, Metro Mailing, Aabco Sign-up to make a purchase and reduce benefits from our pension. 260,000 UPSers. uation and I will call your DM. At Printing, Autumn Press, Chimes show your Union spirit. Also, thanks to the members who Organizing: we are currently in Printing, Dakota Press, Goldengate Important Reminder: It is each also helped get signatures and negotiations with Sunrise Set LLC continued next page

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005610_MAY.News 2018.indd 10 5/9/18 12:27 PM Ferguson, members are happy and tor, and I will serve as members of “Scarface”, and “Ford versus Ferrari”. try. Statistics show that sanitation the country concluded a sixth round have a new manager. The previous the industry commission. The vast These productions, and the others is the fifth most dangerous job in of national negotiations with UPS. manager had multiple complaints majority of our members certainly included in this allotment, will cre- the country, however, sanitation This most recent round of bargain- against him and was shipped off. need no reminder to be courteous ate thousands of jobs for our mem- workers who enjoy the benefits of ing focused primarily on Feeder Challenge Dairy is attempting to and respectful to everyone on their bers. For our location community, a bargaining agreement work in subcontracting. This is a particularly roll out a new employee handbook. crew but now is the time for us to please remember to take your safe- much safer conditions than workers important issue to our member- I have requested that changes be come together to stamp out sexual ty classes and refresher safety class- who are employed in a non-union ship since Local 396 has one of the made and both parties sit down for harassment and discrimination in es. As we approach negotiations for shop. Through the efforts of Local largest Feeder jurisdictions in the effects bargaining. Solidarity. the workplace. Locations and Casting Directors, 396 and other Local Unions across nation. During the week of April At our April general member- please keep your eyes out for a sur- the country, we will continue or- 16, Local 396 was also involved ship meeting Jon Cuite of the IBT vey for each craft. Your participation ganizing so that all sanitation work- in ongoing regional negotiations was in attendance to talk about the in these surveys is vital. ers can benefit from the dignity, regarding the UPS/Teamsters West- importance of D.R.I.V.E. (Democrat Joshua Staheli: filed grievances respect, and safety provided by a ern Supplemental agreement, the Republican Independent Voter against “MJZ”, “Anonymous Con- Teamster contract. Southwest Package Sort Riders as Education). Our focus has been to tent”, “Loud Whisper”, “Framestore” Our Local Union leadership and well as the Local 396 addendum. By Eric Tate ensure our membership is united and “Reset Content” for hiring out rank and file bargaining committee Our members working at Gene- Secretary-Treasurer around issues that impact working of grouping, using non-rostered are involved in ongoing contract sis Logistics in San Diego and San- families. Today, the concentration of drivers and late payment of wag- negotiations with Republic Services ta Fe Springs will began contract wealth and power is in the hands of es. I want to remind Gang Bosses in Los Angeles County. This contract negotiations with the company on Congratu- the few, and global corporations are that they need to call the callboard covers sanitation workers at Repub- April 20 and 23. We would like to lations to the building a new economy at the ex- and find out what group we are lic Services’ facilities in Long Beach, thank our bargaining committee following mem- pense of working people and their in before hiring. We’ve had Gang Gardena and Sun Valley. While ne- members Billy Williams, John bers on their families. Many groups funded by Bosses that hired out of grouping gotiations have been tough, much Brodrick, Alan Craig and Oscar Za- retirement: billionaires have intensified attacks assuming we were in 3’s because progress has been made in secur- rate for their efforts and commit- Jerry Double- on working people and Unions in we had closed in 3’s the night be- ing better language to strengthen ment to their coworkers. Our goal day, Ralphs, an attempt to silence the political fore, or because someone had told and improve our contract. Republic is to win a strong contract that will 36 years; Victor Galvan, Ralphs, clout of the middle-class and dis- them we were in 3’s. With the most Services members are standing in secure improved wages, medical 29 years; Dale Whitten, Pepsi, 25 mantle our ability to achieve the recent numbers we have from MPI, solidarity with their brothers and benefits, and retirement security years; Bob Carrier, Pepsi, 25 years; American Dream. In past gener- the hours worked under the Com- sisters in Teamster Locals across the for both current and future Team- Gus Ortiz, Pepsi, 24 years; Willem ations, working people stood to- mercial Drivers contract are up 5%, country who are also bargaining sters at Genesis Logistics. Hamel, Nissan, 40 years. gether for the 8-hour day, to fight meaning we have had more Team- with Republic Services nationally. 2018 is also an election year, so We are sorry to have lost the fol- to ban child labor, for better wages, sters employed in commercials in On April 16 Local 396 Secre- it is important to remember to par- lowing: Kathy Burns, wife of Joe safer working conditions, benefits, 2017 than in 2016. tary-Treasurer Ron Herrera marched ticipate in the political process by Burns, retiree of SGWS; Richard vacation time and more. At this mo- Lindsay Dougherty: since my last in the streets of Memphis, Tennes- voting and encouraging your fel- Guzman, retiree since 1981; the ment in time, it’s critical for all of us report, I’ve signed 70 film, televi- see with President Hoffa as well low Teamster brothers and sisters to father of Dean Cochneuer, Ralphs. to be politically engaged and come sion, and new media agreements. as labor leaders from across the register and vote. In April, Local 396 Tom Tullius - Aramark Orange: together to protect our own best Grievances have been settled with country. Also participating in the Trustee John Rogers, Political Direc- this is a newly organized unit thanks interests, and what we in the labor Paramount Pictures on the produc- march were the good members tor Jim Smith, Business Represent- to Jeremy Baltazar. Their contract movement have worked so hard tion “Brighton Falls,” for $40,000 in of Local 667 in Memphis who re- atives Ruben Duran, Mike Valdez, was ratified by an overwhelming for. D.R.I.V.E. is a great way to sup- liquidated damages. Thank you to cently ratified a good contract with and Sam Cornejo attended the Cali- majority that includes major wage port our entire Teamster member- all the stewards for attending the Republic Services. The march cele- fornia Labor Federation Pre Primary increases, better medical and, most ship by contributing to candidates, IBT Training April 14. brated the 50th anniversary of the Convention. This is where Unions important, Union security. No more policies, and measures that protect Chris Sell: in the last 2 months Memphis sanitation workers’ strike across the California meet to dis- At-Will. Thanks to committee mem- working people and make working I’ve filed 7 grievances at Fox and in which Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. cuss endorsements for individuals bers Kris Alvarado and Danny Canas families a priority. If you can, please Sony. I also took 4 members to get joined African-American sanitation running for public office at both the for their valuable assistance in ne- consider contributing to D.R.I.V.E. their passenger endorsements. I’m workers striking to end dangerous local and national level. As Team- gotiating and explaining the offer. I’m pleased to announce that the working on the retiree reunion in working conditions, low wages, sters, it is important to endorse and Leo T. Reed Scholarship fund, JC 42 October and we are looking for re- and second-class treatment, simply elect leaders who support good Scholarship Fund and the Team- tirees for the steering committee. because of the color of their skin. jobs and safe communities. sters National Black Caucus are If interested, email: CSELL@HT399. While many sanitation workers We would like to congratulate accepting applications for 2018. org. Please make an effort to attend still face similar challenges in their the following Local 396 members Good luck to all the applicants. For at least one Union meeting a year. workplaces, we have made signifi- who have retired: brothers Ed- By Steve Dayan more info, call 818-985-7374. Participation in your Union makes cant gains. These achievements are ward Chavez Jr., William Jurczak, Secretary-Treasurer The 4th Annual Classic Car and us stronger! Cover yourself and do a testament to the commitment of Brenton Kemp, Ronald Spees, Don Motorcycle Show will take place a log book for your own record and working men and women to form- Yamaguchi and George Zendejas. this summer. More details coming protection, even on productions ing their Union regardless of their Secre- soon. Save the date for August 25 that don’t require it. Contact me for color or creed. tary-Treasurer at Woodley Park. any questions about skills training Negotiations are moving forward Steve Dayan: I’d like to thank all our members or logging. with Athens Services, a newly or- we look forward who played in our annual Ralph ganized sanitation company in Los to another busy Clare Golf Tournament. Special Angeles County. This achievement year for our thanks to office manager Greg Kar- represents a significant step by Lo- By Phil Cooper membership son, our staff, sponsors and all oth- Local 396 cal 396 in continuing to organize Secretary-Treasurer thanks to our er Unions that played this year. new companies to lift industry-wide Film and Television Tax Incentive Kenny Farnell: grievances were standards for sanitation workers. Summer is right around the Program. We’re currently in the filed at ABC/Disney over -juris By Ron Herrera This new unit of workers is em- corner; may all process of lobbying our elected of- dictional duties and at HBO for Secretary-Treasurer ployed at Athens Services facilities ficials in Sacramento to extend and non-rostered drivers operating in Torrance, Pacoima, and Peoria. our members expand the program beyond 2020. equipment. The step 3 grievance 2018 is an Negotiations have also continued have a safe and Vice President Ed Duffy and I, along at Universal over proper wage important year with Athens Services’ subsidiary AR- happy summer with our staff, have been working rates has been moved to arbitra- for Teamsters ACO Enterprises. There are approx- season. The together with elected officials and tion. Make sure to check out www. across the imately 520 bargaining unit work- month of May the Entertainment Industry Coali- ht399.org to see upcoming classes country, includ- ers employed at these facilities. is upon us and we find the Local tion (comprised of the major stu- and events. ing members Employees at these four locations extremely busy. After many months dios and organized labor) to make Ernie Barraza: we are very busy of Local 396. have made seen significant gains of negotiating with 7up, we will certain our tax incentives stay in with multiple contracts being ne- This year pre- so far in negotiations. As you are finally be voting on the company’s place. gotiated simultaneously, includ- sents us with challenges and op- aware, negotiating a first contract is last, best and final offer. The vote All of our major (and many white ing: P.R.G., Scenic Expression, portunities at both the bargaining difficult. Thanks to the strength and was scheduled to take place on paper) contracts are expiring this Tri-Scenic, Western Studio Services, table and in the political arena. determination of these workers and May 6 around the time we were year. We’ve begun bargaining the and Universal Studio Tours. We’ve As we have learned, to continue the support of community groups going to press. These negotiations contract for Universal Studios Tours, also been filing and winning huge building Teamster power across and elected officials, workers at Ath- have been very tough, and praise and shortly we will begin negotia- grievances for our members while our industries, we must work hard, ens Services are well on their way goes out to our great committee tions for the “Black Book”, Location forcing the companies to respect educate our membership and elect to securing their first Teamster con- for taking their demands to the Manager and Casting Director con- and abide by our contracts. Thanks leaders who embody Teamster prin- tract, creating a solid path towards company and staying on task. This tracts. We’ve been meeting with to all of my stewards for holding ciples and values. We are excited to a better future for themselves and is the best economic package that the Tour’s, Drivers’ and Location down the front lines and remaining update you on the progress of our their families. the members of 7up has seen since Managers’ steering committees in Teamster strong! Local Union regarding our efforts to Local 396 is also involved in na- becoming affiliated with the Team- order to develop proposals for the Ed Duffy: California Film and win good labor agreements for our tional and local negotiations with sters several years ago. Great pro- 2018 negotiations. We’ll also be Television job creation program, members. UPS. As the largest Teamster em- gress was made in adding eighty sending out online surveys to get AB 1839, just announced the last As the largest sanitation Local in ployer, it is crucial to win a strong cents to their pension over the next membership input. feature allotment for year 3 of our the nation, we are hard at work bar- contract at UPS that will provide five years. This kind of pension in- Local 399 has partnered with 5-year program. The productions gaining with our current Teamster security for both current and future crease is unheard of these days, the #TimesUp movement and I’m awarded the tax incentive includ- employers, as well as organizing generations of Teamsters at UPS. and again, thanks goes out to the pleased to announce that David ed such large budget films as the new sanitation companies in order Last month, Local 396 alongside creativeness of the committee for Rubin, a Local 399 Casting Direc- sequel to “Coming to America”, other Teamster Locals from across to lift area standards in the indus- continued next page Vol. 78 - No. 2 – May 2018 PAGE 11

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Local 166 Local 481 Local 572 Local 911 Local 986 Local 166’s 2018 membership Local 481 general membership Membership meetings of Local Monthly membership meet- Monthly general membership meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. at meetings are usually scheduled 572 are held at 9 a.m. at 450 E. ings of Local 911 are held at 7 meetings of Local 986 are held at 7 the Union Hall located at 18597 at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday Carson Plaza Dr., Carson 90746, as p.m. at 9900 Flower St., Bellflow- p.m. at the Vanllee Hotel & Suites, Valley Blvd., Bloomington 92316 of the month (subject to change) follows: er CA as follows: 1211 E. Garvey St., Covina CA as follows: and held at 3366 Adams Ave., San May 20 June 20 91724 on the following dates: June 14 Diego (Normal Heights Masonic June 24 July 18 Thursday, June 7 July 12 Lodge). August 15 Tuesday, July 3 August 9 Several times a year, general September 19 Wednesday, August 1 September 13 membership meetings are held Local 630 October 17 Thursday, Sept. 6 October 11 in North County, or on weekends. General membership meetings November 21 Tuesday, Oct. 2 November 8 For details, check Local 481’s web- of Local 630 are held at 750 So. December 19 Wednesday, Nov. 7 San Diego meetings are held at site, Facebook page, sign up for Stanford Ave., Los Angeles 90021, Wednesday, Dec. 5 4666 Mission Gorge Place on Sat- email reminders or telephone the as follows: Local 986 conducts meetings urdays as follows: office. June 3 – 10 a.m. Local 952 for shop stewards and members in August 11 July 1 – 10 a.m. Local 952’s next general mem- Covina, Las Vegas, Santa Maria and November 10 August 5 – 10 a.m. bership meeting/car show will be Lancaster. Holiday meetings of Local 166 Local 495 September 8 – 10 a.m. held Sunday, May 20 at 10 a.m. Please contact the Local 986 of- will be held as follows: Local 495 general membership October 7 – 10 a.m. at 140 South Marks Way, Orange. fice nearest you to find the date, Barstow and Initiation meetings are held November 4 – 10 a.m. Subject to an upcoming member- time and location of the next meet- Dec. 3 – 7 p.m. on the second Thursday monthly December 2 – 10 a.m. ship vote at the June membership ing. Lower Desert at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. at 225 No. meeting, and in accordance with Dec. 4 – 7 p.m. Barranca St., 4th floor, West Covi- the By-Laws of Local No. 952, San Bernardino na 91791. There are no meetings Local 683 Article XVII Section 1, the regu- Dec. 6 – 7 p.m. in July, August and September. Local 683 membership meet- lar meetings may be suspended Construction San Diego 2018 meetings will be held: ings are held at 6 p.m. the second during the months of July, August $$ Dec. 8 – 4 p.m. June 14 Thursday of each month at 1333 E. and September and resume again October 11 Madison Ave., El Cajon 92021 on in October. the following dates: Organizing workshops: November 8 Those listed below worked con- Local 186 December 13 June 14 When: Second Sunday each Teamsters Local 186 general October 11 month struction and have unclaimed va- membership meetings are held at November 8 Time: 8:30 to 11 a.m. cation benefits due them. 8 p.m. on the second Thursday of Local 542 December 13 Where: Local 952, 140 S. If you find your name, contact each month at the Local Union Hall, Local 542 general membership Marks Way, Orange your Teamster Local Union to be- 1534 Eastman Ave., Suite B, Ventu- meetings are held variously at Teamsters Local 952 provides a gin the claim process with the trust death benefit to our active mem- ra CA 93003. 542’s Union headquarters at 4666 Local 896 fund. Mission Gorge Place in San Diego, Special combined general mem- bers in good standing. Please be bership meeting for Branch 3 and sure that your beneficiary infor- Bill V Baghdana, Gustavo Burgos, or North County, or El Centro. Johnny Castro, Esteven Cazarez, Local 399 Following is 2018 meeting infor- Branch 4 will be held May 20 at 9 mation on record with Local 952 Membership meetings of Local mation: a.m. at 3303 Wilshire Blvd., 2nd is accurate and up to date. If not, Randy Dewberry, Rick M Fraijo, 399 are held from 8 a.m. to 10:30 May 17, 7:30 p.m., 542 floor auditorium, Los Angeles CA please contact Local 952 to sub- Glenn O Hayes, Manuel G Huerta, a.m. at Pickwick Gardens, 1001 May 19, 10 a.m., El Centro 90010. mit a new Beneficiary Designation Doraine Jones, Manuel Lozano, Voting will take place to go dark form. Members who request a Riverside Dr., Burbank 91506 on June 24, 10 a.m., No. County Ellison Mendoza, Edgar A Meza, the following dates: July 19, 7:30 p.m., 542 for the summer months of June, withdrawal card due to disability July 22 July and August. must provide additional docu- Javier Morales, Salvador Quiroz, August 16, 7:30 p.m., 542 Kenneth Rudenski, Christian E October 21 Sept. 16, 10 a.m., No. County ments which are required by the Oct. 18, 7:30 p.m., 542 Plan Summary. Please contact our Sanchez, Julio Sanchez, Humberto Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m. 542 Local Union at 714-740-6200 if Valdez, Eric Vela, Ray Verduzco, Ja- Dec. 16, 10 a.m., 542 this pertains to you. cob S Whall, Thomas J Wright.

making this happen. negotiations are just around the new office is located at 2050 North On May 4 we began negotiations corner. As you know, our Local rep- Lincoln Ave, right off the 210 Free- for our members working at the resents two Budweiser Breweries. way. And though our address has May 2018 MillerCoors Brewery in Irwindale. These two breweries located in Fair- changed, the Local will retain our The negotiating committee we are field and Van Nuys are already pre- same phone number we have had bringing to the table for these ne- paring for their negotiations. Bud for the past 50-plus years. gotiations is by far the most expe- members have already turned in Because the May 20 Union meet- rienced committee to ever sit in on their ideas and demands for the up- ing will be the last one scheduled these negotiations. With the excep- coming negotiations to the Union at our Wilshire office, we plan on tion of Brewing stewards Johnny stewards and these ideas were com- having a little party to say good Finger and Keith Body, who are in piled into proposals by these stew- bye to the old hall. Many of us have their first negotiations, Dan Smith, ards and business agents and have fond memories of the building and Rachel Gomez, Tony Marquez, Dave already been sent to the brewery it is only appropriate that we take a Gonzales, Joe Perea and Russ Kay and soft drink division for approval. little time to say good bye by hav- have many negotiations with Mill- These negotiations affect over 650 ing a combined meeting with both erCoors under their belt. I guaran- of our members and though there Beer and Soft Drink members en- tee this committee with all their ex- are no dates confirmed to start with joying some food and prizes. The perience, will be able to bring back the individual local brewery nego- meeting is scheduled to begin at 9 a very good contract offer to their tiations, the national negotiations a.m. I’m hoping you can make it. fellow employees. will begin in October of this year. We will also be entertaining a mo- Bud Sylmar negotiations are As if this isn’t enough to keep tion to go dark for the next three right around the corner and Busi- us busy, we are moving the hall to summer meetings to give the Local ness Agent Lindy Gerbig and Bud a new location! After 20 years, our time to set up our new facility. Most Sylmar employee and Local 896 office on Wilshire Blvd will be no Locals go dark in the summer and Vice President Cap Nicholas have more at the end of May. The own- our by-laws do allow us to do the already held proposal meetings ers of the building decided to not same with a vote by the members with the members. This is the first renew our lease forcing us to find present at the meeting when the contract for that facility after liv- a new home. It’s with immense motion is made. I am asking the ing under the company’s new pay joy we announce that we will be members to please consider this, structure for the last five years. I purchasing our own building. After and we will also commit to having know Lindy and Cap have some renting our office space and- be emergency meetings during this great ideas to improve the pay and ing at the mercy of the landlords, period if needed. benefit package for the members of having no input on increases on Congratulations to our recent re- this facility. These negotiations are rent and parking, etc. we listened tirees: Mary Breen, Jerry Lopez, Sr., scheduled to begin sometime in to our members’ wishes of having John Gallegos, Ed Laskowski, Brian August, more information to follow. our own building and will be mov- Christiansen & Sue Hassler. Budweiser National Brewery ing to our new home in June. The

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