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VOL. 61 NO. 10 NOVEMBER 2007 Focusing on a Healthy Retiree Medical Edwards AFB

For any member who wants to retire before age 65, early Outlines Issues retiree medical is critical. Without this essential coverage, Raging fires, blowing sandstorms and members would pay the high cost of medical premiums at a mild earthquakes couldn’t keep Union time when they may need it the most and are living on a fixed officials from meeting with our mem- income. This benefit will be even more important for our bers at Edwards Air Force Base in Cali- younger members who may have the Medicare eligibility age fornia. District 751 President Tom pushed up to 67 in the coming years. Wroblewski and Grievance Coordinator Boeing has made no secret of their desire to eliminate this Stan Johnson spent two days talking benefit for new hires and to reduce the benefits for others. with members at the base to hear their Boeing pushed for this in 2002 and 2005. Only concerns. November 07 through membership solidarity and a 28- “I feel the visit was important. Be- day strike were we able to preserve this cause we are at a remote site, it allowed RETIREE benefit for new hires. In fact, since our us to voice our issues and concerns. In 2005 strike, other payrolls at Boeing have MEDICAL addition, we can now put a face and had this benefit eliminated for their new IT’S OUR TIME... handshake to our Union Representatives, hires. which helps cement the bond we share Keep in mind during the 1992 negotia- belonging to the IAM,” stated IAM mem- See page 12 for tions, Boeing forced a new formula into ber Tim Hynes. history and the contract for calculating the retiree Members discussed problems specific more info medical benefits. Employees hired after to Edwards Air Force Base, as well as 1/1/93 earn the retiree medical benefit at 3 discussing the upcoming negotiations. 1/3 percent per year of service. At that time, this change was Pensions, health care and dental, along imposed on all payrolls and all Unions at Boeing. Since that Members were on strike for 28 days in 2005 to ensure new with general wage increases, were men- time, Boeing has eroded or eliminated this benefit altogether hires continue to have retiree medical coverage. It will also tioned often, as well as several other for many Boeing employees. The IAM is one of the ONLY be an issue in the 2008 contract issues. units to maintain this benefit and insist that our members have before age 65 if we retain this benefit. General Wage Increases are a top the option of early retiree medical. It’s our time, this time to preserve and improve early issue for member Tim Hynes. “Having After working for decades, every member should have the retiree medical, but it will take a united and determined yearly bonuses are like quick sugar fixes, option to retire when they choose after age 55 and before membership. they give you a boost of energy, but in Medicare kicks in. In shop floor meetings and surveys, mem- In corporate America today, their goal is to drive down costs bers have made retirement a top issue Ð yet it can only occur Continued on page 12 Continued on page 2

$3,000 Lump Manager ‘Learns’ Value of Report Time Sum to be Paid When seven second shift facilities maintenance members agreed to attend November 21st class on first shift, little did they know that management would be learning a Per Letter of Understanding #34 very valuable and expensive lesson. Af- in the IAM- Boeing contract, mem- ter seven employees were paid 8 hours bers on the active payroll at Boeing report time and 8 hours of overtime, on September 7, 2007 will receive management is now well aware of Sec- a $3,000 lump sum wage payment tion 6.9 Ð Report Time in our contract. (less applicable The Union members learned the value taxes) on their of having a contract and an advocate on November 21st their behalf. paycheck. 751 member Bob Rush stated, “I ap- The con- preciate having the Union to protect my tract re- interests. My supervisor tried to say we quired were only entitled to 4 hours report time. After receiving 8 hours report time and 8 hours overtime Fran Hitchens and the That didn’t sound right. The Steward Bob Rush stop to thank the Union for help in resolving the issue. L to R: pay- knew the language and ensured we re- Steward Jared Moschkau, Fran Hitchens, Bob Rush and Business Rep Mark ment ceived the proper compensation for both Johnson to be made by December 1, 2007. report time and overtime. It pays to be This $3,000 lump sum payment is a Union!” a.m. (less than 8 hours later). the second shift class and said he would negotiated item in the 2005 con- The members were instructed to re- When the employees arrived at 6 a.m. take care of the matter. tract Ðshowing it pays to be Union. port for class at 6 a.m. on Monday. Sev- Monday as instructed, they were told to Jared immediately took the matter to The lump sum will put over eral members requested training on sec- go home and report to second shift for Human Resources and insisted the mem- $67,500,000 into the Puget Sound ond shift since that is their regular work the class because the class was changed bers receive 8 hours report time for show- economy. hours, but were told the training was two months ago and not passed down the ing up at 6 a.m. In addition, he pointed With the contract less than a only available on first shift. What made proper channels. out that each member should be paid 8 year away, many members plan to the situation even more aggravating was Realizing the Union contract has a hours overtime for attending the class save the lump sum to bolster a ‘con- the fact that a couple of the members had provision to cover this circumstance, the that same evening. The first two hours of tract fund’ in case there is a strike to work overtime on Sunday Ð getting off members contacted Union Steward Jared the shift were overtime at time-and-a- next fall. after 10 p.m. only to report to work at 6 Moschkau, who advised them to attend Continued on page 8

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REPORT FROM THE PRESIDENT Two-Way Communication Is Critical This Next Year by Tom Wroblewski, floor meetings on retiree medical. • Boeing’s operating cash flow is $3.3 back to the old saying, if you want some- District President For anyone who wants to retire billion. thing done right, do it yourself. That is before Medicare coverage begins ¥ Boeing now has more than $12 bil- certainly the message we have heard In the past month, I at age 65, this is a critical benefit. lion in cash despite an increased pace of from our members who are now working have been meeting with Yet in the past two rounds of bar- stock buybacks. long hours to ensure the 787 is built members to hear your pri- gaining, Boeing has pushed hard • The Company’s order backlog stands properly. The problems and delays could orities and issues for the to eliminate this benefit in the fu- at nearly $300 billion, with $224 billion of have been prevented if our members had upcoming contract nego- ture. Employers across the coun- that in the commercial airplane division. built the plane. It is a message we will tiations with Boeing. try are trying to head in that direc- ¥ The company is on pace to overtake continue to deliver to Boeing, as well as Members from Everett to Frederickson tion. rival Airbus as the world’s largest com- the push to have the experts build more have shared their concerns. This two- Only through membership solidarity mercial airplane maker within a year. of that plane. way communciation and feedback is criti- and a 28-day strike in 2005, were we able Commercial airplane deliveries increased Because we all realize - It’s Our cal in establishing priorities for the con- to retain this important benefit for mem- 9 percent to 109 aircraft. Time, This Time! tract. Whatever your issue is, it is vital bers. Take the time to explain this to our Finally, as Boeing announced a six- Recently, we gave the southern terri- that we stay united and support each new hires so they realize early retire- month delay in delivery of the 787, it was tories an organizing lead for Vought other’s issues. ment is only possible if retiree medical is a good time for the Union to point out Industries in South Carolina and also This month we also met with our preserved. that the people who are stepping up to participated in the successful organizing members at Edwards Air Force Base to The Union fully expects Boeing to make the deadlines are again our mem- drive. The message to Boeing is if they hear issues specific to their location. come after this valuable benefit in 2008, bers at Boeing. If Boeing had left the insist on offloading our work to non- This face-to-face interaction builds a so we need all members to send the building of the airplane to the experts Union suppliers, we will continue to stronger Union as members have the message loud and clear Ð we plan to not (our members), they would not be in the organize them. chance to ask questions, get answers and only preserve this for the future, but mess they are in today. Instead, our mem- express their personal opinions. make improvements. Look at the history bers are the ones who are correcting District Lodge 751, Members have also given a lot of of this benefit on page 12 so you have a problems from the vendors, making in- input on health care. Shop floor meet- better understanding of what has hap- stallations the vendors had promised, International Assn. of ings in October focused on this issue and pened over time, but remember: It’s OUR and working the overtime to ensure the Machinists and members shared their concerns. Improv- time, THIS time! 787 is a success. Aerospace Workers ing dental care, hearing aids, and vision With Boeing’s announcement that I repeatedly explained to local media coverage were mentioned repeatedly, as third quarter net profits are up 61 percent that the longest delay of airplane deliv- Tom Wroblewski well as lowering employee costs on medi- from a year ago and commercial airplane ery in Boeing history could have been President, Directing cal and making substantial improve- sales booming, we definitely foresee: prevented if our members were building Business Representative ments. See page 3 for a look at some It’s OUR time, THIS time! more of this plane. Our record speaks for membership comments on this issue. Here are a few other statistics from itself. We have proven “We Can Do It” Clifton Wyatt In November, we will focus shop Boeing’s third quarter earnings report: over the years and do it on time. It goes Vice President Susan Palmer Secretary-Treasurer Edwards Members Highlight Issues James Coats Continued from page 1 Sergeant-at-Arms concern. the long run, that does not “If I still worked in Tommy Wilson keep up with inflation and Puget Sound, I would pay Roy Moore is quickly spent. With the $18 a month for family price of fuel always on the coverage, but here I pay Paul Knebel rise, the cost of transporta- $162 a month for the same Mark B. Johnson tion of goods and services coverage,” Willie pointed Ray Baumgardner are directly proportional to out. “I hope this disparity Emerson Hamilton that,” Tim stated. “We need can be addressed in the to take a more proactive next contract.” Stan Johnson stance on keeping up with Beyond just wages and Paul Milliken wage increases.” benefits, Union leaders Ron Bradley For member Willie also looked at job and rep- Jimmy Darrah Pittman, medical coverage resentation issues. As a and sick leave are two of result, two additional Heather Barstow the top issues. He knows Stewards may be added at Jon Holden firsthand the value of L to R: Joe Pengilley, Willie Pittman, Timbo Hynes, Grievance the base to provide better Don Morris health insurance since his Coordinator Stan Johnson, Joe Hartnagel, and District 751 representation. President Tom Wroblewski discuss issues at Edwards AFB. Richard Jackson son had a kidney transplant Union Steward Joe Union Business Representatives and his wife was the do- Hartnagel stated, “The nor. The situation also made him realize sick leave. It takes us ten years at Boeing members appreciated Union leadership Union Offices: five days of sick leave per year is not to get that much vacation, and we only taking the time to visit and hear our • 9125 15th Pl S, Seattle; 206-763-1300 • 201 A St. SW, Auburn; 253-833-5590 enough and must be improved. get five days sick leave a year. We need concerns.” • 233 Burnett N., Renton; 425-235-3777 “At my wife’s work, she is able to to have more time off.” Grievance Coordinator Stan Johnson • 8729 Airport Rd, Everett; build up and accumulate her sick leave. He added that a general wage in- noted, “We are looking at adding two 425-355-8821 When she donated her kidney to our son, crease was also important, but believes additional Union Stewards so the mem- • 4226 E. Mission, Spokane she was able to take six weeks off and get that is a given so other issues needed to bers will have better representation. The (509) 534-9690 or 1-800-763-1305 Toll-free to Seattle from: paid the entire time because she had be highlighted. members are spread out across the base, Nationwide 1-800-763-1301 saved up her sick leave,” Willie stated. Because members at Edwards pay which covers 15 miles, so often it is Tacoma 253-627-0822 “When I was laid-off and trained to be a substantially more per month for the difficult to locate a Steward. Getting Hotline: 1-800-763-1310 police officer, I discovered they start Traditional Medical Plan than members additional Stewards will help the situa- Web site: www.iam751.org with three weeks vacation and two weeks in Puget Sound, health care is a big tion.”

Workers at Vought South Carolina Say Yes to IAM 751 AERO MECHANIC On October 26th and 27th employees put up more than 185 million dollars to ing the IAM collective bargaining agree- Connie Kelliher, Editor Member of The Newspaper Guild, of Vought in Charleston, South Carolina attract Vought and Global Aerospace to ment covering the hourly workers in CWA #37082 voted to become a Union facility under set up shop there and to create a training Seattle at Boeing also shows that these District 751 AERO MECHANIC ( ISSN 0894-7864, the International Association of Machin- facility to accommodate the skill sets workers are at a stark disadvantage. USPS 008-660) is published Monthly except Bi- monthly in December/January by Aerospace In- ists. The bargaining unit consists of 130 necessary to build aircraft parts. They IAM Southern Territory GVP Bob dustrial District Lodge 751, 9125 15th Pl. S., hourly employees, who manufacture the are finding that building a newly devel- Martinez, stated, “The Vought victory is SeattleWA 98108. $3.50 of the annual dues goes toward a one-year subscription to the Aero Me- 47 and 48 fuselage sections of the Boeing oped airplane with composites and intri- especially important, because of the po- chanic. $4 per year for non-members by District 787 Dreamliner. The 747 Dreamlifter cate techniques are not necessarily work- tential for a much larger bargaining unit Lodge 751, International Association of Machin- will be flying these sections along with ing as planned. The differences between there and because U.S.-built aircraft ists and Aerospace Workers, AFL-CIO, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108. Periodicals postage many others from across the globe to the Vought facility in Nashville, Ten- should be union-made aircraft. Congratu- paid at Seattle, WA. POSTMASTER: Send ad- Washington State where the final as- nessee under an IAM agreement doing lations to all our new members.” dress changes to District 751 Aero Mechanic, sembly is taking place. South Carolina aerospace work are staggering. Compar- 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108 November 2007 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 3 Leaders Hear Issues in Shop Floor Meetings

Throughout Boeing plants in Puget tract. Don’t allow divi- Photo left: Sound, IAM Business Reps are continu- siveness to split the ranks Business Rep ing to hold shop floor meetings during when it comes to issues. Don Morris breaks and lunches. Members have indi- When asked about (far right) cated they want more face-to-face inter- health care, better dental listens to action with the Union, and this is one and orthodontic cover- concerns in method to accommodate that request. age, increasing the vision Auburn. Response has been very positive Ð allowance and covering Photo below: especially when members understand it prescription safety Business Rep is an ongoing program. Participation is glasses, improving medi- Roy Moore (far picking up as word spreads about the cal, and increasing hear- left) hears meetings. ing aid benefits were issues from While Reps deliver Union contrac- mentioned often. 787 employees tual information at the meetings, it is just Other issues members during a shop as important to get feedback from the have highlighted include: floor meeting. members attending. Our goal is to ensure ¥ Employee Re- Union negotiators accurately portray quested Transfer system concerns and issues of the members, and how requirements are determined. which requires two-way communciation. ¥ Downgrade rights for higher-graded Beyond discussing contractual issues, employees assigned to work in the 787. shop floor meetings also talked about the ¥ Wage increases (especially for new need to understand each other’s issues hires). (whether you’re a new hire wanting more ¥ Retiree COLA/higher pensions money or you’re a more senior member Talk with your Steward to find out wanting more retirement). Shop floor when a shop floor meeting is scheduled meetings also emphasize being positive in your area and plan to attend, partici- and upbeat about doing whatever it takes pate and provide your feedback and opin- to stand united in obtaining a great con- ion. Members Vocal About Benefit Improvements

Health insurance is one of the most If Boeing truly cares about important benefits. IT’S OUR TIME your health and the cost of the THIS TIME to get back to basics and plans, they will improve your ensure Boeing will not shift ANY health benefits and be at the forefront care costs to their most valuable asset Ð of pushing for changes in the YOU. The workers, who created health care system instead of Boeing’s profits, deserve (and will insist trying to pass costs on to their upon) the BEST medical coverage! employees. IT’S OUR Boeing just put all employees through TIME...THIS TIME to IM- a rigorous procedure to verify your de- PROVE the services provided pendents to save them money on health and levels of coverage. Tell care. This should not result in increased Boeing: Hands Off Health Care, costs to you. It’s Our Time...This Time!

Sounding Off on Medical and Dental Care

Over and over throughout the month of October, Business Reps repeatedly heard members’ concerns about health, dental and vision coverage. Below is just a sample of the comments gathered at shop floor meetings and from the ◆ ◆ health care surveys. ◆ “Since safety glasses are manda- “Short-term disability coverage is ◆ a nightmare. Give them a call “Dental coverage is inadequate.” tory in the factory, prescription “Increase dental/orthodontic ◆ safety glasses should not be sometime and try to get informa- coverage to 100%. There are counted as one of the two pairs of tion. Better yet, have to deal with “I pay way too much out-of-pocket second-class companies with glasses we are allowed them for a long period of time. It’s money for health care. I want a world-class coverage. I work for a every two years.” not worth the $140 a week.” world-class company with second booklet mailed to me each year ◆ ◆ with detailed explanations of class dental/ortho.” “Co-pay for prescriptions is too coverage...No more guessing. “Percentage of major medical ◆ much. Being forced to use generic Calling every time there’s a coverage should be 100 percent on “Our vision benefits suck!” brands that are not as effective ◆ question is absolutely NUTS.” Traditional.” ◆ ◆ should not be allowed.” “Total Access sucks and needs to ◆ “It is very important to get dental “Crowns on teeth should be be replaced with a “Hearing aid benefit needs to and vision coverage added to covered at higher percentage.” reliable company.” ◆ increase. It has been the ◆ retiree medical.” ◆ “Cover prescription safety glasses same for years.” “No more takeaways on medical or ◆ “Add lasik surgery Ð it is cheaper similar to safety shoes through dental or vision Ð only MORE “Why don’t they give back ‘all’ than glasses in the long run.” Joint Programs.” improvements. This is a priority; ◆ ◆ they’ve taken away over the years! let’s not slide back this time. If it This Company is not broke and the “Traditional should cover more “I’m tired of being nickel and takes a strike, so be it. ” executives certainly get more ◆ preventive procedures like dimed to death on health care. We make Boeing a lot of money. than their fair share.” “Vision coverage is terrible. VSP colonoscopy. Current coverage on ◆ this type of procedure is They need to provide better providers are WAY overpriced and “Need to increase orthodontic way too low!” coverage for the workers who mark up costs of lenses, frames ◆ generate their profits.” coverage. It has been the and contacts.” ◆ same for too long.” ◆ “Dental benefits should carry over ◆ year to year if not used.” “Offer medical savings accounts “Preventative dental should be ◆ for IAM members.” “Total Access is terrible. Need a covered at 100 percent, as well as better system. You wait forever on Dental implants are vital coverage. ◆ wisdom teeth extraction.” hold and usually never get an ◆ They have been used in Europe for “Our health care coverage is decreasing as we’re aging. It is answer. This needs to be fixed.” “The cost of prescription drugs is 25 years and are more lasting and ◆ effective than partials. The whole essential we hold the line.” an important issue.” “Retiree medical is critical.” dental plan stinks.” ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Page 4 751 AERO MECHANIC November 2007

COMMUNITY SERVICE Members ‘Makes Strides’ Against Breast Cancer On October 14th, 751 members again Debbie Anderson, Ashley took to the streets of Bellevue to battle Autrey, Christopher Black, breast cancer, which claims more than David Bowling, Mitchell 40,000 lives each year. Despite foggy Christian, Debbie Donnell, weather more than 25 members, family Tobin Fuller, Bob Giannetti, and friends participated in the American Joe Ha, Dave Hamre, Roger Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Held, Michele Held, John Breast Cancer. Jorgensen, Pat Jorgensen, For many, the walk was very personal Alex Karooiannis, Connie Ð they were either a cancer survivor, had Kelliher, Kevin Kinerk, lost a loved one to cancer, or helped a Patricia Lang Owens, Garth friend fight this disease. Literally, ev- Luark, Penny Mahmood, eryone has been touched by this disease. Rebecca Pohl, Jon Pohl, Over a dozen members showed up at Phillip Roberts, Heather 7:30 a.m. to serve as route marshals and Roberts, Daryl Sherman, ensure the thousands of walkers navi- Daniel Swank, Alice Wade, Above: Members who walked in the event. gated the route safely. Marshals kept Tom Wroblewski and Ann drivers away from the walkers and helped Wroblewski. direct traffic when necessary. Others People can still make contribu- helped at the volunteer stations along the tions to the event by visiting: http:// route - handing out water or other snacks, makingstrides.acs.events.org, click while another group of members took on Washington state. Under Wash- part in the walk. ington events, click on the 10/14/07 Special thanks to the following: event.

Photo right.L to r: Rebecca Pohl, Above: Steward Jo Ha and his Debbie Anderson and Patricia Lang daughter Vanessa on the route. Owen start through the balloon arches.

Front row l to r: Ann Wroblewski, Tom Wroblewski, David Bowling and Many 751 members served as marshals along the cancer walk route. Dan Swank march through the early morning fog in Bellevue. Grateful Dad Honors Agency ECF to Host Brown Bag Lunches with ECF Thank You Grant Do you have the facts about the Employees Commu- nity Fund (ECF)? Now is your chance to hear firsthand by Kathrine Beck Recently, the foundation again touched Detwiler’s from your co-workers, the trustees of the Fund, about Boeing employee and 751-member Jeff Detwiler, family by sending them and their adopted 12-year old how the Fund works, where contributions go and how found a wonderful way to say “thank you” to a commu- daughter Emily, who suffers from multiple disabilities, funding decisions are made. nity agency that touched his family’s life—an Employ- on a visit to Disneyland. Employees at Boeing are invited to bring their lunches ees Community Fund Thank You grant. Costumed Disney cast members met her at break- and stop by a “brown bag” discussion about the Em- About seven years ago, Detwiler and his son Jerrod, fast, and engaged with her in her wheelchair. While ployees Community Fund of Boeing Puget Sound. then 16, landed on the deck of the aircraft carrier John Emily cannot speak, her feelings are clear from her Trustees will lead the discussion and answer questions. Stennis 40 miles off San Diego, and spent 24 hours facial expressions. “She just ate that up,” said Detwiler. Cookies or other snacks will be available for anyone aboard the vessel as it participated in war games. “It was wonderful to listen to her laugh and be so happy who attends. Plan on stopping by one of these informa- “It was a wonderful op- and loving those characters.” tive sessions to learn the facts. portunity to see everything Detwiler, a longtime Em- Schedule: in action,” said Detwiler, an ployees Community Fund Nov. 6 at 10 :30 a.m. - Auburn, 17-44 Theatre electronics technician with member, showed his gratitude Nov. 7 at 10:30 a.m. - Renton, Rosie’s Diner Puget Sound Radio Services. by nominating the agency for The visit included an arrested the Thank You grant. Thank hook landing and catapult You grants take place in April ECF Election in November takeoff, as well as time at and are a way for Boeing Puget Vote in the annual Employees Community Fund McChord Air Force Base Sound employees and retir- election. November 14 through November 28, mem- where Jerrod received a ees who have been personally bers of the Fund have the opportunity to cast their flight suit, a squadron coin helped by a community orga- ballots to elect four new trustees who will join the board and time in a C-17 simula- nization to honor them through in January when four trustees com- tor. the Employees Community plete their terms. It all fulfilled a longtime Fund. Please take a moment to read wish of Jerrod, who suffers Detwiler presented the the biographies of the trustee from Glycogen Storage Dis- agency with a $2,000 Employ- candidates. They are available ease, a metabolic disorder Emily Detwiler got a chance to meet Disney ees Community Fund check online at http:// that affects the proper use cast members on a visit to Disneyland at a luncheon where sixteen community.web.boeing.com/ and storage of glucose in the courtesy of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. nonprofit agencies received nwregion/ei_ecf.cfm. Click on body. 751 member Jeff Detwiler presented the identical grants from 20 em- the link for election information. The visit was arranged by agency with a $2,000 ECF thank you grant. ployees. The grants each came Voting will be done online where the Make-A-Wish Founda- from the pooled fund where possible. However, paper ballots are being sent through tion of Alaska, Montana, Northern Idaho & Washing- employees combine their contributions to make sig- the Boeing mail for those who work in the shops and ton. The organization grants the wishes of children with nificant grants to nonprofits that improve the lives of factories and may have limited access to computers. life-threatening medical conditions to “enrich the hu- people in our communities. Expect an email at the start of the election with instruc- man experience with hope, strength and joy.” tions on how to vote. November 2007 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 5

751- member Co-Workers Help Member in Need Brian Walker gets In his 28 years as a Machinists Union member in days I am the first person he sees in the morning, and the help in his Auburn, Brian Walker has always been the guy people last person he sees at night,” stated Brian. “I can always garden from could count on in their time of need. He never dreamed make money, but you cannot make up time.” grandson he would need help. But one morning in December Through this he also managed to find a way to help Tannen. Walker 2006, he awoke with excruciating pain and learned he others. As therapy he planted a huge vegetable garden, donates the had a broken neck. He believes the broken neck oc- which he tends to every day. The multiple spine surger- extra curred because his skeletal system was weakened by ies affected the nerves that run down his arms and legs vegetables cancer treatments in 1995 for squamous cell carcinoma and gardening is good rehabilitation therapy. from his in his neck. Since his garden produces more food than his family garden to He went out on a leave of absence that day in needs, he donates the rest to the Bonney Lake food the local December 2006, has had three surgeries since and lives bank. On average he delivers about 35 pounds of food food bank. with the daily pain. Yet nearly just as painful has been a week to the food bank. Sharing his garden with others the financial burden on his family. His short-term is his way of giving back. weekly disability payments have ended and his medical The countless individuals and co-workers Brian has insurance expired Ð forcing him to make expensive touched immediately stepped forward to help when COBRA payments to continue health coverage. With they heard of his situation. Stewards, members, and very little income, it has been tough for his family. supervisors put together various events to raise money True to his spirit, Brian looked for a silver lining in for Brian’s family. Last month, co-workers held a thank all of my co-workers at the Auburn Fabrication the dark cloud. fundraiser barbecue at the Auburn hall, which featured site, especially Rhonda Calpito and the W.L.I.T. (work, “The truly remarkable aspect of the leave was the a silent auction and live auction. Overall, members life, improvement team). I also want to thank my Union time I have spent with my grandson, Tannen. Many raised over $5,000. for the fundraiser for my family and myself, as well as Brian stated, “Al- all the members, stewards and supervisors who have ways being a giver and helped me throughout this 11 month (so far) night- a volunteer for many mare.” in need, it is so very “While our gardening is about over for this year, I hard to be on the re- want to ask folks to plant an extra couple rows of garden ceiving end. My fam- produce for area food banks,” Brian added. “It is equally ily and I are truly so such a great feeling to give as it is so very special and very thankful and humbling to receive.” grateful. I am over- If anyone would like to make a contribution to help whelmed and speech- Brian, simply mail a check payable to Brian Walker, less at the generosity c/o Local 751-C, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108. we have received. It is Until he is able to return to work, Brian will cherish Some of the many members who volunteered to help with a fundraising barbecue and humbling to a man’s every moment with his grandson, continue to reap the silent auction to help member Brian Walker, who has been on an extended leave. soul. I really want to harvest of his garden and share his crops with others. Get a Free Flu Shot – For Good Health This Winter Deadline Extended for BoeingWellness is offering free flu shots to employees at FLU SHOT SCHEDULE FOR RETIREES AND DEPENDENTS company worksites across the U.S. again this year. Some sites will Note: $21 cost for retirees and dependents also offer flu shots to retirees, and others at a cost of $21 (payable Health Risk by check only to Maxim Health Systems). Location Date Time Protect yourself, your family and your co-workers this flu SEATTLE Assessment season. For complete flu shot program information including Oxbow Activity Center Due to continued employee interest, schedules and locations, please visit www.BoeingWellness.com 10500 W. Marginal Way S. 11/12/07 7 am the deadline for taking the confidential and click on the Flu Prevention Program link. You’ll also find a flu online Health Risk Assessment (HRA) consent form that you can print and complete in advance to save EVERETT has been extended to November 30. Al- time. Below is a brief outline of some of the flu locations. Check the Everett Activity Center ready over 93,000 eligible employees website in case any changes or updates occur. 6400 36th Ave. W. 11/21/07 8 am and their spouses/domestic partners who are enrolled in a Boeing medical plan Schedule for FREE Flu Shots at Boeing Facilities have taken it and earned a $50 gift card. Location Date Time Location Date Time Employees and spouses/domestic AUBURN ISSAQUAH partners who complete the HRA receive 17-07 .1 Bldg, Col. H9 11/1/07 9 am - 4 pm 7-172 Bldg, Conf Rm 21H2 12/12/07 6:30 am - 11 am a personal health report and have the opportunity to participate in a healthy 17-68 bldg. between columns FREDERICKSON E8 & E9, Room 13E8 11/8/07 9 am - 4 pm lifestyle coaching program if their HRA 24-60, Conf Rooms 11G37 & 11G47 11/6/07 5 am - 5 pm results indicate they need help losing 17-45 Bldg, Col. H5 11/9/07 9:30 a.m.-4:30 pm 24-50 Bldg, Cafeteria 11/15/07 5 am - 5 pm 17-68 bldg. between columns weight, managing stress, getting physi- E8 & E9, Room 13E8 11/14/07 9 am - 4 pm KENT cally active or eating healthier. 17-44, Special Function Room 11/26/07 10 am-3 pm 18-25 Bldg Cafeteria 11/28/07 6 am - 2 pm The HRA can be easily accessed from 17-44, Special Function Room 11/29/07 11 pm 18-06 Bldg Cafeteria 12/14/07 7 am - 4 pm work or home through 17-62 bldg, Cafeteria 12/10/07 5 am LONGACRES www.BoeingWellness.com. 17-62 bldg, Cafeteria 12/10/07 1 pm - 4 pm 25-01 Bldg Cafeteria 11/19/07 8 am - 1 pm BELLEVUE 25-20 Bldg, Portland Conf Room 12/5/07 10:30 am - 2:30 pm Sign Up for 33-07 Bldg., Cafeteria 12/4/07 7 am - 5 pm RENTON 33-14 Bldg., Conf Rm 22C5 12/13/07 8 am - 4 pm 4-82 Bldg. Rosie’s Diner Cafeteria 11/5/07 5:30 am - 2:30 pm Precinct Caucus EVERETT 4-82 Bldg. Rosie’s Diner Cafeteria 11/13/07 11 am - 6 pm 40-92 Bldg, Cafeteria (main dining) 11/6/07 8 am - 4 pm 4-21 Bldg, Conf Rm A & B 11/20/07 5:30 am - 6 pm Training 40-92 Bldg, Cafeteria (main dining) 11/7/07 7 am - 5 pm 7-207 Bldg, 3 Renton Place, Conf Rm 11/27/07 7 am - 1 pm Washington State selects its Presi- 40-92 Bldg, Cafeteria (main dining) 11/8/07 8 am - 4 pm 10-16 Bldg Cafeteria, 11U5 Garden Rm 12/3/07 7 am - 11 am dential delegates using the precinct cau- 45-80 Bldg, Bomarc Cafeteria 11/9/07 6 am 10-20 Bldg, Cafeteria 12/5/07 Noon - 4 pm cus process, also called a Caucus-Con- 40-25 Bldg, Twin Aisle Cafeteria 2nd SEA-TAC vention Cycle. Our Union will be host- floor (Col. L6) 11/14/07 3:30 am - 6 pm Spares Distribution, 22-01 Bldg, ing a training session for any member 40-91 Bldg., Cafeteria 11/15/07 6:30 am - 1:30 pm Conf Rm 14A34E 11/13/07 12:30 pm - 4 pm who wishes to become a delegate for our 40-56 Bldg, Cafeteria (Col. H5.5) 11/20/07 6 am - 6 pm Sea-Tac Towers, 7-181 Bldg endorsed Democratic Presidential can- 40-25 Bldg, Twin Aisle Cafeteria 2nd Lower Plaza lunch rm 11/29/07 7 am - 11 am didate, Senator Hillary Clinton. Train- floor (Col. L6) 11/26/07 6:30 am - 4 pm ing will take place at our Seattle Union SEATTLE, DC, PLANT 2 40-91 Bldg., Cafeteria 11/27/07 6:30 am - 1:30 pm Hall on Saturday, November 10th at 10 DC, Thompson 14-15 Cafeteria 11/12/07 7 am 45-02 Bldg., MBU 11K6 Conf Room 11/28/07 3:30 am - 9 am a.m. This training and the precinct cau- DC, 11-14 Bldg Cafeteria, Conf Rm 11B4 12/3/07 8 am - 2 pm 45-02 Bldg., MBU 11K6 Conf Room 11/28/07 2 pm - 5 pm cus is the beginning of a journey that DC, 9-94 Bldg, Cafeteria 12/7/07 7 am - 4 pm 40-21 Bldg, Jet City Cafeteria E10.6 11/30/07 5:30 am - 2 pm could eventually lead you to being a DC, 9-94 Bldg Cafeteria 12/11/07 7 am - 5 pm 40-22 Bldg, Employee Service Center 12/6/07 6 am - 4 pm delegate for Senator Clinton at the Demo- 2-122 Bldg, Conf Room 102L2 11/2/07 7:30 am 40-26 Bldg, Dreamliner Cafe, Col F7 12/13/07 4 am - 5 pm cratic National Convention in Denver, Plant 2, 2-22 Bldg, Cafeteria 11/19/07 7 am - 3 pm Colorado in August 2008. If you are EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE Seattle, 2-81 Bldg, Cafeteria 11/30/07 11:30 am - 2 pm interested in this very influential and Edwards South Base, Trailer TR-3 11/7/07 1:30 pm - 4 pm Seattle Flight Line, 3-800 Cafeteria 12/6/07 11:30 am - 4 pm interesting grassroots process please call Edwards Main Base, Bldg. 1633 Conf Rm 11/7/07 9:30 a.m. Plant 2, 2-22 Bldg, Cafeteria 12/12/07 6 am - 2 pm Rosanne Lawson in the Legislative De- partment at 206-764-0305. Page 6 751 AERO MECHANIC November 2007 IAM/

New Tool Enhances Hourly Employee Requested Conferen Safety at home and work was the foc Attending the IAM Women’s Conference from 751 L to R: Susan Transfer (ERT) Process Annual Governor’s Industrial Safety and Palmer, Grace Holland, Terri Myette, Aletha Johnson, Lucille ference. More than 2,500 workers from Anderson, Jackie Boschok, Gloria Millsaps and Heather Barstow. Starting October 22, 2007, Boeing employees repre- state gathered to take part in more tha sented by International Association of Machinists (IAM) including workshops, exhibitions and Dist. 751, 70, and 24 will be able to take a more active role tions, as well as a forklift rodeo, po Women’s Conference in planning their career in IAM-represented jobs at Puget competition and trade show. The sharing Sound, Wichita, and Portland locations. tion is a key component of the conferen The hourly Category “C” Employee Requested Transfer The conference serves as the cornersto Mobilize for Change (ERT) process has been enhanced with a new tool called the ing labor, industry and government togeth “Employee ERT Screen.” The new screen is personalized to important safety and health hazards. In The IAM Women’s Conference elections and looked for ways to provide an individualized report for any employee wishing paced age, protecting workers from haz and the Coalition of Labor Union expand their connections to organi- to apply for hourly IAM-represented jobs currently in the diligence, constant awareness and cutting- Women’s (CLUW) 14th Biennial zations in their communities to build Category “C” tive approaches. As the workforce ages Conventions were held back-to- more powerful coalitions for change. ERT Process generational challenges develop. One of th back in October. Representing Dis- Delegates passed a number of reso- within the the conference is that it offers the latest trict 751 at the conferences were lutions, including one pushing for di- three above prevention from experts in the fields. Parti Women’s Committee members Su- versity in the labor movement and locations. encouraged to share what they learned wi san Palmer, Gloria Millsaps, Jackie another calling for health care reform. From any their workplace and home. Boschok, Heather Barstow, Grace 751-C delegate Aletha Johnson Boeing com- The event, one of the largest of its Holland, Aletha Johnson, Lucille applauded the goal and stated, “We puter, the new nation, highlights the importance of work Anderson, and Terri Myette. need to have more diversity in our Employee Good safety practices benefit everyone Nearly 150 members from across Union. I would like to be the one to ERT Screen “win-win” solutions. They are the best North America gathered for the IAM help make that happen and inspire will allow you vent on-the-job injuries and illnesses, h Women’s Conference. Guided by others to get more involved in our to: productivity, and reduce costs. Providing the theme, “Machinists Women – Union.” ¥ View place is everyone’s job, and it’s an ongo Visions and Values in the Pursuit of Delegates also learned about the your com- District 751 and the IAM/Boeing Heal Victories,” organizing and growing United Steelworkers’ Protect Our Danijel Plavsic feels the Employee ERT pleted ERT Institute (HSI) had a strong presence a the IAM was at the heart of every Kids Ð Stop Toxic Imports cam- screen is much more convenient and Course Re- ence. Over 275 IAM members, Steward speaker’s presentation or report. paign designed to combat the mas- easier for members to use the ERT quirements mittee members and safety monitors/foc The IAM delegation then joined sive influx of toxic imports endan- system. He is transferring to the AMT ¥ Track the conference, which ensures what is lea nearly 800 other activists from gering North American families (ev- field job after turning his lights green. your progress shared with other members on the shop around the labor movement for the erything from toxic toys to lead- toward meet- CLUW Convention where the laced baby bibs, poisoned pet food ing a specific job’s ERT Minimum Requirements theme was “A New Direction for and tainted toothpaste). Go to ¥ File or delete Location Changes for your current job Women.” Delegates discussed strat- www.protect-our-kids.org to find ¥ Upon completion of minimum training requirements, egies for channeling their political valuable resources, including how file, edit, or delete an ERT for a new job. strength to create change in the 2008 to request a lead screening kit. Previously, this information was only available by meet- ing with an IAM/Boeing Joint Programs QTTP Career Upcoming Recruitment Event Advisor. 751 member Danijel Plavsic who recently used the ERT Offers Chance to Work at Boeing system to secure a transfer to a flight line job in Everett appreciated The District 751 this change. “I Organizing Depart- used to have to ment recently hosted a make an ap- Boeing Recruiting pointment to Event in partnership see an advisor with the Boeing Com- who was only pany and WorkSource in our building King County at the on Tuesdays. Seattle Union Hall. At Often the ad- Stosh Tomala (l) and Spencer Burris this Recruiting session, visor was very of the many fall protection harnesse at the conference. Both work on the applicants were as- busy Ð making where fall protection is often require sisted with the Boeing it hard to get in Application site and to see them. were also able to meet Brenda Ames, QTTP Career Advisor, fills out Now I can do Rick LiaBraaten uses the new Employee with Boeing Recruit- an online application for a potential member. those things ERT screen, which can be accessed from any Boeing computer. Before this Boeing Fork ers, WorkSource staff myself. I can also perform a information was only available by and District 751 Representatives. If you have any friends or family Forklift drivers at Boeing proved again best-fit analy- meeting with a QTTP Career Advisor. This was a great success Ð over 160 members that would like to learn more best of the best Ð taking first place in both t sis,” Danijel applicants came to the Seattle Hall about applying for employment with and team competitions at the State Fo stated. “This will make it much more convenient for mem- for assistance. Because of the over- the Boeing Company, please instruct which was part of the Governor’s Safet whelming response to this event, them to e-mail their resume in a word bers and easier to work through the system.” the Organizing Department, document to Rosanne Lawson at RESOURCES: WorkSource and the Boeing Com- [email protected]. Space is lim- ¥ Access the Employee ERT Screen through the Career pany will be hosting two more ited and applicants will be registered Explorer website at http://careerexplorer.web.boeing.com. events to take place in November. on a first-come, first-serve basis. ¥ QTTP Career Advisors are available to help employees The dates for the next Recruiting Should all sessions be full, the navigate through the ERT process. Check the website to see Sessions are Friday, November 9, applicant’s contact information will the services accessible through Advisors. 2007 and Thursday, November 29, be added to a list for future contact ¥ Additional resources and information about the ERT 2007. once more dates have been scheduled. Process include: ¥ Boeing PRO-6626: http://policyplus.boeing.com/ 751 DownLoad.aspx?filename=pro-6626.doc Organizer ¥ ERT Frequently Asked Questions: http:// Jesse Cote iamboeing.web.boeing.com/career_ert.cfm talks to ¥ ERT 10-minute trainer: http://inside.boeing.com/ potential 10minute/ert/ . new For information about other services and benefits pro- Boeing vided by IAM/Boeing Joint Programs, please visit http:// members iamboeing.web.boeing.com/. at a The Boeing team took first the fourth recruiting consecutive year. This year’s team L event. Henry, Doug Graham, and John Sco November 2007 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 7

/BOEING JOINT PROGRAMS nce Focuses on Safety at Home and at Work

us of the 56th ing with pets having diabetic shock, d Health Con- drowning and other injuries. m across the Dave “Onions” Cibulka, who an 70 events, serves as a safety monitor for his d demonstra- shop, attended the pet CPR work- oletop-rescue shop. However, he already had per- g of informa- sonal experience in saving a pet. nce. “When my dog was a puppy, he one for bring- bit an electrical cord and was her to identify shocked. It took me 4 or 5 pops to today’s fast- get him going. When I realized his ards requires heart had stopped, I just adapted -edge preven- CPR for humans to the dog.” and changes, HSI also got to show others their he strengths of mobile training lab, which offers hands t strategies in on practice for lock-out, tag, tryout or icipants were confined space entry. The training th all those at labor also includes a simulated bridge Dave “Onions” Cibulka demonstrates pet CPR for Ernest crane system to assist in teaching cor- Fortson and Jim George. Dave used CPR when his dog s kind in the rect lockout procedures for cranes. bit through an electrical cord, which saved the dog’s life. kplace safety. L to R: Brett Coty tests out new nanotechnology gloves The trailer was developed so training and truly are which make tasks easier on your body while Jeff Rose, could move to various locations and it guar- ¥ Moves you can use at home, at work and at play; t way to pre- Clark Fromong and John Lopez observe. anteed consistent training would be deliv- ¥ Near misses and root causes: The basics of acci- help increase ered. dent prevention; g a safe work- ness Rep Tommy Wilson is a member of the Board of Exhibits were also a big part of the conference. ¥ Optimizing on-site vehicle and pedestrian safety; oing process. Directors for the conference, as well as serving on the Participants got a chance to explore various personal ¥ Reducing injuries by tracking leading indicators th and Safety Aerospace Panel. In addition to helping plan and protective equipment covering everything from safety and changing human performance; at the confer- coordinate the conference, Tommy provided the shoes, gloves and glasses, to harnesses, and new as well as many other issues. ds, Site Com- Union perspective in a panel entitled “Drug Testing: nanotechnology designed to make physical tasks cals attended When and For What? The panel of speakers dis- easier on your body. arned will be cussed pitfalls with drug testing, inconsistencies and A huge variety of workshops were offered to Dave Henry p floor. Busi- the problems it causes, as well as ways to help participants. Workshops covered topics such as checks out Red Wing Safety employees who may have potential problems. ¥ Recognizing potential violence in the workplace; Shoes. HSI Business Rep Tommy Wilson also opened the • Safety for today’s air traveler; reimburses Partnering in Safety workshop by describing his role ¥ Sprains, strains and things that go numb in the night; members $75 as District Safety Coordinator. IAM/Boeing Joint ¥ Violence in the workplace and de-escalating tech- per year for Program Co-Director Gayl Bailey and Dick Watanabe niques; approved safety led the workshop, which highlighted successes at ¥ Providing for the aging workforce; shoes. Boeing through the IAM/Boeing Health & Safety ¥ Machine guarding basics; Institute. Their presentation focused on the partner- ship that needs to happen between labor and manage- ment to address safety and health issues in the work- place. They pointed out that changes which benefit workers come much faster when we work together. The workshop’s purpose was to help understand each group’s role and how each can support the other to gain higher levels of involvement and cooperation Lifesavers Honored towards safety goals. There were many other workshops regarding safety One of the highlights of the Governor’s Industrial Safety including a unique one on pet CPR. While most have and Health Conference was the presentation of the Governor’s taken CPR training, few think to use it if their pets are Lifesaving and Humanitarian Awards. Forty-three individu- s (r) try one in trouble. The workshop explained how to recognize als, including two 751 members, were honored for using es displayed when something is wrong with your pet and what to their first-aid training and hands-on action to save someone’s Business Rep Tommy Wilson (center) flight line do. Beyond getting a demonstration on how to per- gave the Union perspective at a life. ed. form pet CPR, those attending learned tips for deal- workshop on drug testing. 751 member Frank Cline was driving home from work last October when he came upon an accident and a car on fire. Without regard to his personal safety and using his coat to shield him from the flames, Cline cut the seatbelt and pulled klift Drivers Take Top Titles at Rodeo the occu- pant from n they are the Conference. 751-mem- the the individual ber Doug Graham won wreckage orklift Rodeo, the individual competi- before it ty and Health tion for the second year was con- in a row and the third sumed in time in four years. flames. Doug, along with Cline, fellow drivers Joe who suf- Henry and John Scott, fered also won first place in burns to the team awards. This his face was the fourth consecu- and arms, tive Boeing team vic- was also tory. Combined these honored three drivers have over Doug Graham captured first in the individual competition three of by the Se- Members Mark Little (l) and Frank Cline the last four years. 60 years forklift driving attle Fire were honored for their lifesaving efforts. experience. Depart- maneuvered the three-ton vehicle through a To reach the state championships, each driver had ment for service above and beyond the call of duty. tricky obstacle course packed with skill chal- to win regional competitions in Seattle, Spokane, or A year ago while attending the Governor’s Safety Confer- lenges. The runs were timed, but safety and Pasco, Wash. Graham, Henry, and Scott survived a ence luncheon, 751 member Mark Little noticed fellow site precision were more important than speed. In Boeing-only qualifying competition in June and were committee member Mark Rogers was choking on his lunch the individual competition, a mere four points h among the top five drivers at the Western Regional and quickly rushed to his aid, performing the Heimlich separated the top seven drivers. to R: Joe Forklift Rodeo in August. maneuver and successfully dislodging the blockage. tt. In both the individual and team competition, drivers Congratulations to the drivers. Page 8 751 AERO MECHANIC November 2007

Members drove home the green for Betsworth and Perry Osgood, which fea- M.N.P.L. at the 5th annual Fall Classic tured tri-tip, prawns, chicken and veg- Rich Michalski golf tournament. The etables. event, named after the IAM General Vice Also thanks to the following who President who served many years as head volunteered to help with the of the Legislative Department, raised tournament:Paul Burton, Tony Curran, thousands for MNPL (the political arm Pat Kinsella, Cliff Goetsch, Chris Louie, of the Union. Wayne Haddenham, Mark Brown, Bob Not only did the namesake partici- Betsworth, Ray pate in the tournament, his team cap- Miller, Perry tured second place. Osgood, and Joe All participants were impressed with Kinsella. the incredible feast prepared by Bob Above: Dave Swan sinks a putt as John Carter Chuck Craft lines up a putt as 751 8th watches. Congressional candidate Darcy Burner Thanks to the Hole Sponsors looks on. Tom Wroblewski Auburn Business Reps Susan Palmer Joint Programs Central Site Mark Blondin Darcy Burner Local C officers Local A Officers Local F officers Emerald Green Restaurant Organizing Dept Union Office Solutions Larry Brown Local Lodge 63, Portland Photo left: Rick Gress attempts a 12 foot putt.

Clark Fromong and Vennie Murphy look at the camera while John Lopez checks out the course. The 1st place team consisted of L to R: Tim Johnson, Howard Carlson, Mark Clark and Ernie McCarthy. Capturing 2nd place was the team of L to R: Mark Tim Johnson also won the longest drive competition. Johnson, Bruce Spalding, Rich Michalski, and Mark Blondin.

Photo right: Greg Achterkirchen Perry Osgood (l) and Bob Betsworth (r) won the closest prepared an outstanding meal of barbecue beef, to the pin prawns and chicken. District 751 President category. The 3rd place team consisted of L to R: Joe Crockett, Tommy Tom Wroblewski stopped to help. Wilson, Jesse Cote and Gayl Bailey. 2008 Labor History Report Time Pays for Calendar Featuring Miscommunication Continued from page 1 Our 2005 Strike half and the remaining six hours at double time. Business Rep Mark Johnson noted, “This proves District 751 has 2008 Labor History that education really does pay. Jared did a great job calendars available for $5 each. This This photo at the Everett Hall from the first night of the presenting the case to HR and ensuring compensa- 2005 strike is in the calendar. year’s cover features a photo from our tion approved it. He lined up the facts and educated 2005 strike at Boeing, as well as an- the supervisor on this contract clause. ” other photo from our strike in the cal- Member Fran Hitchens stated, “I am grateful to endar. It will surely be a collector’s have Union representation to ensure I received the item. proper compensation. Thanks to the Union, I was Almost every day on this calendar paid for reporting at 6 a.m. and paid overtime for features an event from labor’s history, working my regular shift. If management had their which makes it a good education tool way, they wouldn’t have paid us anything for show- for members and also our families. ing up at 6 a.m.” How many times have you said, “They “My shift is second shift,” Fran added. “If Boeing need to teach more about labor history wants me to take training, it should be on my regular in the schools.” shift. It wouldn’thave been so bad if we hadn’t Order yours today through your worked past 10 p.m. the night before on weekend Union Steward or pick one up at the overtime. In the past if we worked on a weekend the Seattle Union hall or at the monthly day before we were coming in on first shift, they Local Lodge meetings. Labor history would let us come in a few hours earlier so we calendars are a great stocking stuffer would have at least 8 hours off before coming in on or holiday gift so pick one up today. first shift. In this instance, we were not given that opportunity.” November 2007 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 9

RETIREMENT NEWS October Minutes for Retired Club Business Meeting by Ruth Render, specifically in Wash- Legislative Report: Carl Schwartz Retired Club Secretary ington state. spoke about the letter that was sent to Tom recently spoke Tom and how important it is for retirees The meeting was called to order by with Al Menke about to contact their legislators and write the President Al Menke. The Lord’s Prayer sending a letter to all letters that can be sent to the Company. was said followed by the flag salute and retirees inviting them He also talked about the lack of staff- the singing of “God Bless America” led to take part in the Re- ing for Social Security as a result of the by Treasurer Betty Ness. tired Club and its many current administration. Carl also re- Roll Call of Officers: All officers activities. quested that everyone review the en- were present or accounted for. John Guevarra dorsed candidates in the October Aero Minutes: It was M/S/P to accept the asked about the UAW Mechanic paper. The election is coming minutes as printed. contract discussed in up soon. Financial Report: Treasurer Betty the news and the re- Birthdays & Anniversaries: Record- Ness read the report. A motion was made tirement package that ing Secretary Ruth Render read the Birth- to accept the report as read. M/S/P was put into a trust. days and Anniversaries. The birthdays Communications: Recording Secre- Lyle and Wanda Lacey enjoy bingo at one of the Tom responded it were: Hank Hendrickson, Betty Ness tary Ruth Render read a request for a Monday Retired Club meetings at the Seattle hall. was money for retiree and Orv McKee. There was one anniver- donation from the Salvation Army. If medical that was put sary: Dan and Audie Stachlowski. Ruth anyone has household goods to donate, agement in the last year Ð namely Scott into a trust. While it was not funded to Render led the membership in singing please call (206) 281-4600. Carson and Doug Kight Ð have resulted the appropriate levels, by transferring it “Happy Birthday.” Ruth Render and Betty Ness will be in better communication. They have en- in the Union’s hands, it is ensured the President’s Report: President Al going to the restaurant to plan for the gaged in more meaningful discussions in benefits will remain. The UAW will be Menke explained that the ballot box for annual Christmas luncheon. the last six months than the past 12 years looking to manage that health care. Our the election is at the back of the room. Health & Welfare: Helen Pompeo with the previous leadership. benefits committee is looking into the The polls close at the end of the Business gave the report. A moment of silence Tom said he has received letters from details. Keep in mind that the automakers Meeting. He also thanked everyone who was observed for the following deceased retirees regarding the retirement plan. are in a very different financial situation volunteered to be a part of the Election members: Zaharias Z. Andrias, Paul M. These letters are a great tool to help than Boeing. Committee. The following were elected Burton, Robert D. Edwards, Forrest Boeing better understand our retirement T.J. Siebert asked if the issue of early Retired Club Officers and will be in- T.Starret, and Theodore W. Weber. Sym- issues. He forwards many of these letters retirees not having medical until they get stalled in January: pathy cards were sent to the next of kin. to the Company because receiving a let- Social Security could be brought up in President - Al Wydick District President’s Report: District ter from a retiree makes it more tangible. negotiations. Tom replied that vision Vice President - T.J. Seibert President Tom Wroblewski thanked ev- One of the big issues right now is the coverage is also an issue for early retir- Recording Secretary - Ruth Render eryone for their many years of service tanker deal. The military is looking to ees. They have discussed those issues at Treasurer - Betty Ness and noted it is the work of all our retirees replace the KC135 and Boeing is pro- each set of negotiations. The previous Sergeant-at-Arms - Leroy Miller that created a path for the members of posing the 767 for this replacement. It’s Boeing leadership had a negative ap- Trustee - Louise Burns today to excel at Boeing. not only important that Boeing gets this proach to those concerns but they are Good and Welfare: John Guevarra Tom reported he recently received a contract but also that more of the plane is hopeful that Carson and Kight will be spoke about effective communication letter from the Retiree Club written by American made. We want to make sure more sympathetic. and the importance of speaking less and Carl Schwartz, Al Menke and Al Wydick the work is done here in Washington. A Business Representatives’ Report: listening more. He also talked about a regarding retiree benefits and the lack of lot of the current 767 work is done in BR Paul Knebel reminded everyone that current investigation about a murder that increases for inflation. He assured ev- Japan. Since the tanker is a military plane the IAM maintained the early retirement took place in Iraq. eryone that retiree issues are a priority in funded by tax dollars, it should benefit benefits for new hires in the last negotia- Old Business: None. the next contract negotiations. He’s hope- workers here. Tom asked that everyone tions as a result of the strike. SPEEA lost New Business: None. ful the Company will be more respon- write their legislators to let them know those benefits. He also mentioned that Adjournment: A motion was made sive to suggestions this time. how important it is that this work be kept they are continuing to see 400 Ð 500 new to adjourn at 12:04 PM. M/S/P He reported that the changes in man- not only in the United States, but more hires each month at orientation. Union Retirees: RETIRED CLUB OFFICERS Senior Politics President Alvin Menke 425-235-9361 Congratulations to the following Vice President Al Wydick 253-735-8004 Senate, House Introduce Bill with a Medicare-run Drug Benefit members who retired from the Union: Secretary Ruth Render 206-324-40555 Legislation to give consumers a Medicare-run drug option was Gary Bazik Treasurer Betty Ness 206-762-0725 introduced in October by Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL) and Repre- Paul Britton Srgnt-at-Arms Leroy Miller 206-878-0601 Trustees: Louise Burns 206-242-5878 sentatives Marion Berry (D-AR) and Jan Schakowsky (D-IL). The Dennis Bunn Cherie Menke 425-235-9361 Medicare Prescription Drug Savings and Choice Act, S. 2219 in the Josefina Colberg John Guevarra 206-762-3848 Senate and H.R. 3932 in the House, would utilize price negotiation and Stephen Crosby Union Office: (1-800-763-1301) or 206-763-1300 the best evidence about the safety and effectiveness of drugs to give Peter Debruyne older adults and people with disabilities the Dan Duncan choice of a stable, consistent and affordable Robert Grover Calendar drug coverage plan. Eric Hughes ¥ 751 Retired Club meets every Monday at 11 a.m. in the The bill was written with the knowledge Steven Jensen Seattle Hall (9135 15th Pl. S.). A free lunch is served at that it costs private insurers 9.8 percent of Phillip Johnson noon every Monday following the meeting. December the drug benefit’s total cost to administer the Susan Jorgensen 10th will be the Club Christmas party (see announce- program, yet it costs Medicare only 1.7 Jerzy Kasiniak ment below). percent of the total costs to administer hos- Mark Kress pital and outpatient coverage. Thomas Krutilla ¥ Everett Retirees Group meets at the Everett 751 Union Also in October, America’s Health Insur- James Lackey Hall (8729 Airport Rd), the fourth Tuesday (November ance Plans (AHIP) held a rally in Washing- Anna-Marie McDonald 27th) of every month at 1 p.m. ton, D.C. in support of Medicare Advantage’s Martin McGann ¥ Alliance of Retired Americans South Area Chapter private insurers. “AHIP is on the wrong side of subsidies for insurance Danny McGlaughlin meets the second Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. at companies. They can hold as many rallies as they want, but the Albin Nowak the Kent Senior Citizen Center (600 E. Smith St). For Medicare-run drug option will be proven the superior choice,” said Jerry Reynolds more info, contact 206-762-3848. George J. Kourpias, President of the Alliance of Retired Americans. Patrice Stockdale Victor Taylor Michael Wood Retired Club Christmas Party Monday, December 10th 11 a.m. doors open - Lunch served at Noon. $10 for members & associate members - $15 for guests  Purchase tickets at Retired Club Meetings or contact Kay (206) 764-0316 or  1-800-763-1301, ext. 3316. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Page 10 751 AERO MECHANIC November 2007 FOR FREE MEMBERS WANT ADS ONLY 2 BDRM/1 3/4 BATH MANUFACTURED WOODEN CAROUSEL SET, handmade 3 NIMALS HOME on 7,710 sq. ft. lot. Home is 1,400 sq. pc. pine set, 3-D look, beautifully decorated A AD RULES with babies breath and pink ribbon. Each piece Each single ad must be 25 words or ft. with family room, new roof/flooring. AKC SHELTIES, various colors & ages. has canopy, 3 ponies on dowels w/a base, 253-952-2569 less. More than 25 words will not be Federal Way. MLS#27136726. Call 253- printed. Use a separate piece of paper 569-4048 for more info backsides are flat. One large measures 27”H x or ad blank for each ad, as they are 18”W x 9”D, two small measures approx. AUTO PARTS & pre-classified physically. Ads are free 6 BDRM DAYLIGHT RAMBLER, 3300 sq 12”H x 12”W x 9”D. Exc. cond, beautifully ACCESSORIES only to members - active, laid-off, or ft., 2 lg. kitchens. Remodeled down to the done. $35 for set. 425-432-6134 retired. For best response, include studs. Complete in-law unit, 180¼ view from SUPER SPORT HUB CAPS, 13’ for 3 of them, phone number. Members' "cottage 2 extra lg. decks, high-end throughout. Can 2 CLOSET MAID CANVAS SHOE RACKS, 1 smaller. 1964 or 1965 from Chevy car, Nova industries" will be OK in ads, but no be sold fully furnished, retiring and moving each holds 28 pairs of shoes or whatever you commercial ads. When using own or Chevelle. $15 each OBO. Lincoln hub cabs, to Arizona. $530,000. 425-377-8886 like. Velco, latches to closet pole or wire shelv- paper, include information required on ing. Each measures 34”H x 24”W x 12”D. New 4, 15”, good cond, $25 for all. 253-852-6809 regular ad blank. ISCELLANEOUS cond. $20 each. 425-432-6134 MOTORHOME HUB CAPS, (4), Chevy 454, Deadline For Next Issue M 17”, good cond. $25 for all. Ford shop manu- Dec 7th HOUSE PLANTS Ð unique, hard to find, different PROJECTA SCOPE, for crafts. Project any als. 3 / 1978 Ð all for $25. 253-852-6809 sizes, beautiful plants. 5 ft. dieffenbachia picta, image 3 1/2” square or smaller, up to 400% 420 LP RECORDS, mostly music of the 1940’s $50; large spider plant, $25; small snake plants, $5 onto a wall or screen. Has 6’ cord, 60 watt BACK GLASS WINDOW from 1973 Datsun – 1970’s. Nearly all have their original jackets. ea; split-leaf philodendron, $20; African milk tree, bulb required, ABS plastic 8”H x 4.5”W x pickup truck. Fits any standard cab 1973 Ð 1979 Also 80 8-track tapes. $200. 509-663-7728 $5 to $15; Crown of Thorns, $5 to $10; rosary 11.5”D. New condition. $20. 425-432-6134 620 pickup. Good cond. $15. 425-432-6134 plants, $7.50; Christmas cactus, $10 to $25; purple ELECTRONIC WIRLITZER ORGAN with heart rooted starts, $2 ea; wondering jew rooted 2 WOODEN CASSETTE HOLDERS, hang (4) STUDDED TIRES mounted on 1998 many variables. It is in good cond with seat starts, $1 ea. 253-852-6809 on wall. Holds several cassette tapes. 1 large Subaru Legacy Brighton. 185/70R14 steel bench. $95. 206-244-7948 measures 18.5”h x 24”w x 3”d; 1 small radial, like new, only 500 miles on tires. SANI-SERVE soft ice cream machine, $25 OBO. measures 15”h x 19.5”w x 3”d. In good cond. $100 OBO. 425-743-6226 FURNITURE AND Mailbox, brown w/wood around it. 19”l x 16 1/ $5 ea. Wooden easel handcrafted w/oak fin- PPLIANCES 2”w, good cond. $10. 6 ft metal posts, (40), $2 ea. ish, very nice, folds flat for storage. Mea- ALUMINUM CANOPY, white, cab height, A Microwave oven, Everyday Living, 700 watts. 8 sures 63”H x 20”W. $25. 425-432-6134 front slider, side windows open. Fits Ranger SPRING AIR QUEEN MATTRESS pillow 1/8”h x 11 13/16”w x 11 3/16”d, white, clean, nice short bed truck, new cond. $200. 253-839-8258 cond, $25. 253-852-6809 DECORATIVE GLASS OIL LAMPS, small top. Like new, clean $25. 206-762-4732. sized for inside home use. Set of 3 clear stemmed OTTAGE globes, set of 2 swans in purple color, 2 larger C RETIRED 751 MEMBER needs 2 twin beds MARBLE COUNTERTOP, multi-color, 21”W size have removable glass tops for in/outdoor NDUSTRIES with mattresses & box springs. Free or very x 41.5-”L, .5” thick. $50. (4) marble pieces, I use. New cond. $5 ea set. Two 22 oz. bottles of reasonable. Kent-Auburn-Renton area. 253- 15.5” x 21.5”, 21” x 12”. $10 ea. 253-852-6809 lamp oil, $1 ea. 425-432-6134 854-9266 SWEETHEART RINGS Ð genuine garnet, CRYSTAL PUNCH BOWL SET. $35. ruby and amethyst rings are available gift 2 PIATTO BAKERY BOXES w/removable DINING ROOM TABLE w/six chairs, new, Oscillating 3-spd fan, Collins Cool Breeze. wrapped for $99. 360-652-7430 carry handles, folds flat for storage, hexagon 42”W x 60”L closed with enclosed 2 extra 12”, white, works. $10. Windmere 2 spd fan, shape, dark red plastic. Measures 6”H x 11”W, leafs 14”W. Maple or birch. Paid $808 new, white. $8. 253-852-6809 WHEAT-FREE organic gourmet dog treats each hold 24 cupcakes or two 10” pies, new, will sell for $600. 360-653-4864 for your “lil yapper”. Choose from cheese, LARGE WOOD YARD/LAWN CHAIR. never used. $20 ea. 425-432-6134 bacon, peanut butter and many others. 360- UPRIGHT FREEZER, Sears Coldspot, 3 cu. $15. Sleeping bag, child size with hood and 691-5253 Lil Yapper pet products WILTON CHARACTER CAKE PANS. 13 ft., interior 26” x 32” x 65”, white. Works great. sleeves. Size 58” x 26”, new-in bag, never pans Ð Bert & Ernie, Butterfly, Yosemite Sam, South Renton, U-haul. $300. 206-390-7526 used. $20. 253-852-6809 HOUSEKEEPING at a very affordable price. Mr. Owl, Truck, Oscar the Grouch, Pink Pan- Have time to spend doing those things you MAGIC CHEF (Whirlpool), 16.8 cu. ft., CEDAR CHESTS, (2) large. Nice cond. $125 ther, Popeye, Cookie Monster, Strawberry really want to do and have a clean house, too! each. Set of numbers & letters. $20 & $10. Shortcake, Star Wars R2-D2, Hot Air Balloon 253-891-2744 white, Energy Star qualified refrigerator w/ top mounted freezer. 29.5”D x 27.5”W x Electrical cords, black, heavy duty. 220 Ð 110, and a Horseshoe. All in good cond. $5.75 each. 6guage, 75’ with male end. 1 motorhome cord, (1) doll pan kit, $10. 425-432-6134 HANDMADE BIRD HOUSES, perfect 66.9”H. Call 425-939-0666 for more info 50’ with both ends. $72 and $65. 253-852-6809 Christmas gifts. Removable roof, whole OSTER 14-SPD OSTERIZER BLENDER, BESELER 23CII ENLARGER and darkroom location perfect for Northwest birds. $10- THE CAKE MIX DOCTOR COOKBOOKS, set. Develop B&W photo’s. Includes: enlarger, $12. 425-743-7510 glass jar, powerful 450 watt motor. New, in box. $20. 425-939-0666 (2) books Ð one for white and one for choco- focus scope, Nikon 50mm lense, Kodak filter late cake mixes. Both are new, never used. kit, 2 bulk film tanks, safe bulb, 2 guide books, ADULT FAMILY HOME. We enjoy assist- The white cake book has 150 recipes, the 3 trays, thongs, 2 negative holders. All in good ing and caring for adults with daily living ROUND WOOD DINETTE SET, (4) chairs, chocolate cake book has 175 recipes. $20 for working cond. w/almost everything you need activities in Edmonds home 24/7. Dementia light colored, collapsible end leafs. $100. both books. 425-432-6134 to get started. Asking $250. 425-432-6134 and mental health certified. 425-673-6428 206-762-1117 BROTHER PED-BASIC WRITER card for TUPPERWARE 7 PC. BOWL SERVING CUSTOM WOODWORK Ð cabinetry, book- HOUSING downloading embroidery designs, compatible w/ SET w/2 small white bowls, 2 red lids, 2 cases, fireplace mantels, etc. Please call KONA, HAWAII oceanfront condo. Enjoy all Brother Home Embroidery Machines. Con- spoons and carrying rack. New, never used. 206-713-5257, evenings 360-886-8908 luxurious view, private lanai, 2 BDRM/2 tains CD-rom, 4M memory card w/ 12 original $8. 425-432-6134 THE SMOKEHOUSE & MORE. Order early bath w/jacuzzi and pool. $940-$1,050/wk. designs, USB card writer box & instruction manual. WINTER IS COMING, looking for some- for the holidays. Get delicious smoked prime Discount to Boeing employees pays taxes. Needs computer w/USB port and online access. thing fun to do? Join the “Everett Boeing rib, free range turkeys (fresh & smoked), double www.banyantreecondo.com. 206-938-9214 New cond. $115. 425-432-6134 Stratocruisers” Car Club. Contact us at smoked bone-in & boneless ham, smoked .REDONDO BEACH double-wide mobile, 36” EXTERIOR STORM DOOR, exc. cond., www.stratocruiserscarclub.com or phone salmon and other meats, salads, etc. Call 1-360- 3 min. from beach. 180¼ view of Sound. 55+ $50. Blue leather chair, $45. (2) upholstered 425-355-0127 886-9293 to place your order or visit us in park, no kids. $82,000 OBO. 253-839-9169 chairs, $15 ea. All good cond. 425-432-1339 Black Diamond at 32721 Railroad Ave. POOL TABLE, Windsor by Brunswick, 3 2 BDRM/1.5 BATH townhouse at Harbour SCOTCH MAGNETIC TAPE on 7” reel. 1/4” pc. slate. $750 FIRM Ð CASH only. U-Haul SPINNER/CRAFTERS DELIGHT! Unproc- Pointe Ð minutes to Boeing! $239,950. Con- x 1,800’, silicone lubricated in boxes. Never Ð Bellingham. 360-676-8888 essed fleece, mostly white. $25 per pound. tact Tina L. Garcia at 206-200-0162 opened, never used. $5 ea. 360-894-7146 360-983-8424 FOR SALE: 33 Boeing flight covers, 2 HOUSE FOR SALE, minutes from Boeing 2 TUPPERWARE SERVING CENTER SETS. Audubon first day covers, 16 wooden nick- PHOTOGRAPHER. VERY affordable digi- Everett. 2 bdrm/1 1/2 bath, 800 sf., 8712 lot Ideal for vegies & dips, taco fillings, fresh fruit els from Boeing coin shows. All or separate. tal wedding photography. Save money. Also (zoned for duplex). All appliances stay. Room & dip, etc. Has six 2-cup compartments w/ Make offer. 253-852-3927 available for family portraits, senior pictures for RV/boat. Golf, Mukilteo schools. Taxes domed cover & one 14 oz. removable bowl & & special events. Call about Christmas and only $1,600 per year. $219,950. Call 425- seal. White color. Measures 13 1/2” x 3 3/4”. “BUCK” WOOD BURNING INSERT. Auto- Spring events now. 206-240-9773 776-1119 ext. 256 for more info New, never used. $20. 425-432-6134 matic fan. Call 360-568-3669 for more info. LEARN CHAINSAW CARVING. Earn ex- tra money; get a great mental and low impact Circle One: ANIMALS ELECTRONICS & ENTERTAINMENT PROPERTY workout. Snoqualmie Chainsaw Carvers BOATS FURNITURE & APPLIANCES RECREATIONAL MEMBERSHIP School is a vendor on your company’s as- TOOLS RECREATIONAL VEHICLES SPORTING GOODS sisted education program. 425-831-7224 HOUSING MISCELLANEOUS VEHICLES AUTO PARTS & ACCESSORIES COTTAGE INDUSTRIES FUSSY HOUSE CLEANING! $20/hr, flex- Ad (25 word limit. Please ible schedule. Working in the Covington, print).______Maple Valley, Renton, Issaquah and Bellevue areas. Contact Joe or Barb at [email protected] or 425-413-5354 ______SHAKLEE PRODUCTS! Green household cleaning products, powerful and will likely ______save you money. Highest quality nutritional supplements. Healthy diet plan. 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ELECTRONICS & The following information must be filled in for your ad to appear: NTERTAINMENT E Name ______Clock Number ______LEXMARK PHOTO jet printer Z705. Prints up to 4800x1200, blk and color, PC or Mac, all Address ______Shop Number ______systems supported, optional wireless capabil- ity (adapter not included), ink gone, came with Mail Coupon to AERO MECHANIC NEWSPAPER, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, 98108 Deadline is Dec 7th! new computer, new cond. $35. 425-432-6134 November 2007 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 11 UNIVERSAL BEVEL PROTRACTOR, 7” x 4 HP TROY JUNIOR TILLER. 2-wheel, walk- MINOLTA MAXXUM 5XI SLR CAMERA JAYCO 32’ TRAILER w/10’ x 12’ room 12” with case and acute angle attachment. Was behind, gear driven. $150. 206-772-2468 (like new). AF80-200 lens + power zoom 35- plus 10’ x 12’ shed on lot in Gold Bar Nature 80, 3 photo cards, book and case. Pictures Trails private campground. Great year-round $323 in 2000. $161.50. Metric dial caliper, .02 – 6”, Craftsman, in case. $40. Tool cabinet, 16” WESTERN SADDLE and Morgan’s available. $299. 386-649-9509 vacation getaway. Only $27,000! Call Ray at Cordura saddle bags and stand, never used. 206-878-5364 or Bob at 206-300-1779 Dorman heavy duty for screws, nuts, springs, $700. 253-845-6575 PROPERTY thermicals. 8 drawers w/dividers. 34’L x 1986 U-HAUL 10’ TRAVEL TRAILER, very 13”W x 17”H. $50. Flat 4’ Omega vise, STAMP COLLECTING SUPPLIES, window 5 TREE’D ACRES – FRALEY MTN, 8 miles good cond. Low maintenance and very easily heavy duty, new in box. $34. 253-852-6809 mounts, strips, envelopes, interleaving, blank pages, east of Arlington. Underground power and towed by a street rod, vintage car, small SUV, hinges, watermark fluid, tray & eye dropper, color phone to property. Surveyed. Private and se- pick-up or smaller cars. $7,000. Call John at SCYTHE, a tool with a long handle, 59” long gauges, perf gauges, tweezers. About 5 lbs. of rene. Territorial view. $89,721. 360-435-2430 425-353-4136 for more detailed info w/single edged blade 25”. Used in cutting stuff. Make offer. 253-852-3927 tall grass or grain, old. $40. 253-852-6809 ONE CEMETARY PLOT, Greenwood Me- 2003 KEYSTONE MONTANA 5TH MASSAGE MACHINE, great for treating morial Park, Renton. $2,100. Call Donna or WHEEL. Very clean, exc. cond., 3 slides, 4 HP TROY JUNIOR TILLER. 2-wheel, walk- sore spots Ð any part of the body. Used very Jack at 360-802-2074 fiberglass exterior, rubber roof, most options behind, gear driven. $150. 206-772-2468 little, like new. Paid $325, will take best and upgrades, one owner, low miles. $37,000. offer. 206-935-6535 9 ACRES in Pierce County. Level area of 2- 253-846-9070 MASTERCRAFT TOOL BOX LANTERN, 3 acres to build custom home. View of Mt. has a super bright spotlight, twin blinking lights, KITCHEN AID STAND MIXER, 5 qt., heavy Rainier w/year-round creek, firs and cedars. 1996 JAYCO 30’ 5TH WHEEL TRAVEL twin reflectors, with a built in 13-pc. tool kit. duty. Like new. $200. Kitchen aid extra mixing Good soil, perc test passed. 253-848-1118 TRAILER, awning, slide-out, central A/C, Can operate on a cigarette lighter power adapter bowl with ergonomic handle, stainless steel. microwave, TV & DVD, everything works (included) or uses 4 “C” batteries (not in- Bowl-lift models, 5 qt. new in box, $40; gently (4) CEMETARY PLOTS, Greenwood Memo- great. Don’t use any more; bought a toy cluded). New, never used. $20. 425-432-6134 used, $25. 6 qt. gently used, $30. 425-939-0666 rial Park, Renton, Veteran’s Section. $3,000 ea hauler. Call 206-793-2132 for more info or $10,000 for all. Call Duane at 425-255-5920 HAWK 26VS PRECISION SCROLL SAW. KITCHEN AID extra flat beater, white GOING HUNTING? 19’ Trail-Lite Travel Stand and side tray w/blade rack, extra blades coated. Gently used. 5 qt. $8; 6 qt. $10. Set of (3) CEMETARY PLOTS for the price of one. Trailer (new) 2005. See at B & B Auto in and holders, magnifier light, foot switch. Cost 4 stainless steel mixing bowls. 8 qt., 5 qt., 3 Floral Hills, Rhododendron Garden. $2,000. Puyallup (on consignment under Linda $1,500 in 2002, asking $700. 360-400-4269 Email Wayne at [email protected]. qt., 1 1/2 qt. $12. 425-939-0666 Smith). $10,000. 386-649-9509 VEHICLES FOR SALE: 12’ fiberglass boat, $50. 54” 9 ACRES in Eatonville w/year-round creek SPORTING GOODS 1998 3/4 TON DODGE RAM, one owner, wood bed frame, $10. 54” formica bed frame, flowing through middle of property. One area 34K miles, babied! Camper and tow pkg, V-10 $10. Twin vinyl headboard, Bon box spring has full view of Mt. Rainier. Level area to build GUNS, M-7 RIFLE w/scope, $200 OBO. 270 gas engine, reg. cab, 8’ bed. Wired for 5th wheel and mattress, $60. Standard box spring and custom home. Power/phone to property. Gravel custom-made rifle, $200. Tool box including and cab over camper. Extra clean! $17,000 or mattress, $75. 425-432-0976 road but will be paved soon. 253-848-1118 tools, 27” x 27” x 18”, $110. 206-244-4707 trade for sports car. 360-249-4432 PEG PEREGO DOUBLE BABY (2) CEMETARY PLOTS at Washington 308 WINCHESTER/SAVAGE RIFLE. Best RARE 1958 EDSEL CITATION, 4-dr hard- STROLLER, $75. Hedstom metal swing set, Memorial Cemetery. Cost $3,700 each, will offer. 206-935-6535 top. Removed all trim & started restoring but 3 swings, teeter-totter, ladder, includes an- sell for $2,900 each. 206-244-7948 never finished. Have all parts. $1,900. 253- chors, $20. 206-762-1117 30 BOXES 45 auto, Rem. Targetmaster, 230 6 BDRM DAYLIGHT RAMBLER, 3300 sq grain metal case. $11/box. 253-845-6575 840-2108 TELESCOPE with camera, $80. Yamaha ft., 2 lg. kitchens. Remodeled down to the 1991 DODGE DAKOTA PICKUP, 4 cyl, 5- keyboard, $60. 206-546-3247 studs. Complete in-law unit, 180¼ view from FOR SALE: .300 Savage, model 99, lever 2 extra lg. decks, high-end throughout. Can action, pistol grip with weaver scope and spd. 129,000 miles, nice CD player, good TWO SOLAR PANELS, each 13” x 48”. be sold fully furnished, retiring and moving sling. Reloading equipment. $400. Call 425- truck, 25 mpg. $1,500. 206-763-2805 Mounted together on aluminum frame w/26 to Arizona. $530,000. 425-377-8886 745-8909 for more info 1989 SUZUKI SIDEKICK, 2 dr., hard top. ft. cord. Paid $392.76 ea, asking $225 for all. Great condition. $2,800. 206-546-3247 425-226-8247 REC MEMBERSHIP COLEMAN WHITE GAS STOVE, older, painted blue w/red hinged lid. Measures 5”H 2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE, silver, 45K RALEIGH ALYESKA 18 SPD. BICYCLE, THOUSAND TRAILS first membership. x 12”W x 18”L. In good working order. $20. miles, 2 WD, auto, A/C, CD/tape, alarm, new condition. $50. 253-839-8258 Parks in WA, OR, CA and more. $1,000, you 425-432-6134 pay closing cost. 206-363-0584 warranty. $12,250. Snohomish area. 425- GREAT HOLIDAY GIFTS at affordable TOOLS 334-5374 leave msg. prices. Featuring Heart Healthy Cookbook & WORLDMARK/TRENDWEST membership. YUASA HORIZONTAL PRECISION RO- 1992 CHEVY ASTRO VAN, 162K miles, cherished cherubs from wall hangings to gar- Premium w/multiple locations. Value $10,900. TARY TABLE, diameter 8”. 4.1” center seats 8. $1,500. 206-920-1367 den fountains. October renewal, 6,000 points annually. $150 slots, 4 worm holes, 3 MT, weight ratio 90 to www.cherubscookbooksandcards.com transfer fee. $5,000 OBO. 253-468-5634 1, 59 lbs. Was $1,210 in 2000, like new. 1988 LINCOLN TOWNCAR CLASSIC THOUSAND TRAILS Ð parks in WA, OR $400. 253-852-6809 LIMO. 70,000 mi, very nice cond. $3,495 and one in Canada. $3,000 plus $750 transfer OBO. 206-854-1700 fee. 206-276-5803 after 2 pm BLACK PLUNGER DIAL INDICATOR, .200 range/dial type .001. Made by Central 1991 FORD EXPLORER. 5-spd, low miles, REC Tool Company. Was $115.90 in 2000, with exc. cond., A/C. $2,295. 206-854-1700 case. $60. 253-852-6809 VEHICLES 1995 GMC SONOMA PICK-UP, 4 cyl, auto, ALUMINUM PLATE, 1/2” thick, 21” wide low miles. Economical, runs great, looks 2 SOLAR PANELS, each and 35 1/2” long. $195. Meat saw blade, 21” good. $1,895. 206-854-1700 13” x 48”. Mounted to- long. $20. Gas hose nozzle, big, aluminum. gether on aluminum frame $10. 253-852-6809 w/26 ft. cord. Paid $392.76 ea, asking $225 for all. 425-226-8247 Coming Events Local 751-C Proposed Bylaws Holiday Bonaza Change to be Voted November 8 All members are invited to take part in Local Lodge 751-C has submitted a proposed Bylaws Local A’s Holiday Draw- change to move the fall election next year to coincide with ing Bonaza on December the spring election (similar to the District bylaws in a 6th following the conclu- contract year) Ð eliminating the cost of two elections and sion of the 6 p.m. meeting saving the Local money. at the Seattle Union Hall. The second reading on the Bylaws Committee’s recom- Drawing will feature lots mendations will be at the November meeting of Local Lodge of wonderful prizes. You 751-C on Thursday, November 8 at 6 p.m. in the Stewards Hall can purchase 3 tickets for at the Seattle Union Hall (9135 15th Pl. S., Seattle). Members $1 and also buy one of only 1,000 chances will vote on the proposed change immediately following the to win a 42” plasma TV. There will also be second reading at the November 8th meeting. a free children’s drawing and a free turkey drawing as well. All proceeds benefit Guide Local 751-A Proposed Bylaws 32,525 Dogs of America. Change to be Voted December 6 Help on the Food Drive Local Lodge 751-A has submitted a proposed Bylaws The annual KING 5 Home Team Har- change to move the fall election next year to coincide with vest Collection will be Saturday, Decem- the spring election (similar to the District bylaws in a ber 1st. 751 will be helping out at the contract year) Ð eliminating the cost of two elections and Everett Mall and Tacoma Mall. There are saving the Local money. two shifts: 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 11 a.m. to First reading of submitted bylaws proposal will be at the 3 p.m. Ten people are needed for each Local Lodge 751-A meeting held on Thursday, November shift. The task includes taking food dona- 1st at the Seattle Union Hall (9135 15th Pl. S., Seattle). The tions from people as they drive through a meeting starts at 6 p.m. in the Stewards Hall. designated area in the mall parking lot and The second reading on the Bylaws Committee’s recom- putting the donations in trucks. The dona- mendations will be at the December meeting of Local tions will be given to Northwest Harvest. Lodge 751-A on Thursday, December 6th at 6 p.m. in the Contact Kay Michlik at 206-764-0316 or Stewards Hall at the Seattle Union Hall (9135 15th Pl. S., 1-800-763-1301 ext 3316 or Seattle). [email protected] to reserve your spot. Members will vote on the proposed change immediately following the second reading at the December 6th meeting. Page 12 751 AERO MECHANIC November 2007 Early Retiree Medical – A MUST! A Sea of Union Blue Continued from page 1 eliminate this benefit for future retirees. everywhere possible, including the area of It’s tragic when you’re facing an illness in providing adequate medical care for retired your senior years and instead of receiving get- employees! The trend to eliminate this cover- well cards, your mailbox is full of medical age must be stopped. In 1988, over 66 percent bills you cannot afford to pay! Tell Boeing we of large firms (200 or more workers) offered must maintain retiree medical for current and retiree health coverage compared to just 33 future retirees – we’ve earned it! percent in 2005. The Union is also exploring ways to offer Boeing is very profitable. We cannot allow retirees a Medicare supplement (once they are Boeing to shift additional burden and costs onto age 65). It is something the benefits committee our retired members living on a fixed income Ð is investigating to help eliminate some of the the ones who are least able to handle the sky- stress of sifting through the dozens of plans rocketing costs. Nor can we allow Boeing to offered in the state. Retirees Speak Out on Retiree Medical When you talk to any member who has fore Medicare kicked in. The most important retired before the age of 65 (when Medicare thing in planning retirement is medical. With- kicks in), they are quick to point out that out early retiree medical, I would have had to retiree medical benefits made the early re- stay working at Boeing.” Shop Solidarity is alive and well in Propulsion Systems Division (PSD) on second shift. The 2nd shift 777 EBU Team regularly tirement possible. Without this benefit, those Member Helen Lowe wears their pre-contract t-shirts as a show of Union solidarity. L to on a fixed income simply could not afford shares that sentiment as R (back row) Denny Cherry, Mark Magnuson, Ishtvan Kiss, adequate medical coverage. she now is looking for a Monico Bretana(Shop Steward), and Lynn Weller. Front Row L to 751-member Paul Fox Medicare supplement to R: Julio Castro, Angelo Alverio, Doug Dickson, and Greg Mcduffie. was able to retire at age 57 purchase before her next Not Shown(out recert) was Jeremy Taylor. with 34 years at Boeing. “I birthday. “I had no idea could not have retired as how much Boeing medi- early without having this cal coverage cost until I Contract T-Shirt Available medical coverage,” Paul started researching the Helen Lowe Pre contract t-shirts for the 2008 noted. “Unless someone various Medicare plans. Boeing negotiations are available plans to work until age 65, With so many Medicare supplements to chose to purchase for $5. Contact your Paul Fox early retiree medical is the from, it is complicated and confusing.” Union Steward if you would like only way to retire before Helen understands it is a benefit we must to purchase one. Medicare kicks in. It is a benefit we have fought fight to keep. She added, “I worked for Na- T-shirts are also available in for in the past and certainly one worth fighting tional Airlines, which went bankrupt so there women and youth styles. for in the future. You can’t put a price on getting was nothing left of my retirement there. I’m Wednesday has been designated to enjoy more years in retirement.” still waiting for coverage from my years of as “Union day” so wear a Union t-shirt and display your Union Member Michael Mai retired last Decem- working at AT&T. I appreciate having the colors. ber at age 57. He noted, “Because of the early retiree medical benefits, which allowed me to retiree medical coverage, I could retire be- retire before I qualified for Medicare.”

Retiree Medical Benefits: Bridging the Medicare Gap The Beginning: Plan highlights: 1977 Effective Jan. 1, 1978, a major medical benefit program was negotiated • Paid 80% of eligible hospital-medical and physician expenses in excess of a $50 annual deductible per covered person. Contract for employees (and their dependents) who retire from Boeing prior to • Maximum benefit was $20,000 for the retiree and $20,000 for each eligible dependent. EARLY being eligible for Medicare. Early retirees had to have a minimum of • Boeing paid the full cost of this benefit. EMENT 10 years of Credited Service under a Boeing Company retirement plan. • If retiree dies, spouse and dependents remain covered until the earlier of: RETIR Benefits continue until employee becomes eligible for Medicare benefits. (a) age 65 or becoming eligible for Medicare, or Dependents who are eligible for Medicare are excluded. (b) the death of the spouse 1980 Contract 1983 ct No changes 1989 Retiree Medical improvements as follows: 1983 • Increased preferred network access. Contra

1986 • Improvements in second surgical opinion program requirements. Contract 1980 • Improvements in home health and hospice care benefits • Maximum increased to 1986 Early retirees and dependents entitled to the same medical plan as active 1989 • Improvements in the coverage of substance abuse treatment, organ $100,000. Any retiree employees paid for by the Company with the following changes: Contract donor procurement expenses and eating disorder treatment.

or dependent who had 1) Annual deductible of $125 per person per year with a family maximum of $375 used up the previous 2) No vision benefits 1992 1992 $20,000 maximum could 3) Prescription drugs paid at 80% except for mail order prescriptions which are paid at 100% now draw an additional Improvements in retiree medical reflect Employees also gained the option to stay in their HMO at time of retirement. $80,000 in benefits as Contract changes in active medical coverage. needed. 1995 • Company will pay full cost of coverage for early retirees on the payroll, on layoff, or Contract 1995 leave of absence on December 31, 1992. • Coverage added for annual physicals, routine mammograms, • Employees hired on or after Jan. 1, 1993, pap smears, prostate exams and spinal manipulations. Company contributes 3-1/3% of the cost for each year of service with the Company. 1999 2002 1993 Company retreated from their takeaway proposals and offered Retiree contributions increased for monthly premiums as follows: This language was implemented in all other the same improvements to retiree medical as provided to active • Traditional Medical Plan Union contracts at Boeing, including SPEEA, 1999 employees. - Retiree only - $20 Operating Engineers, Security Guards and In 2001, retirees began paying part of monthly premium for - Retiree + spouse or child $40 Firefighters. Traditional (same as active employees, as follows): - Family $60 Contract • Retiree only - $10 per month Deductibles went from $125 for individual to $200 and family deductible • Retiree + spouse or retiree + child - $20 from $375 to $600. • Family - $30 • Those on Selections or Group Health pay the following premium: - Retiree only - $10 - Retiree + spouse or child $20 E AR - Family $30 DIC ME 2002 2005 A 28-day strikeContract successfully defeated Company’s proposal to eliminate retiree medical for new hires. 2005 Coverage remains the same as 2002 contract. ? Contract 2008