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Three members in the 205 job family recall rights, but their saw first hand the benefit of Union mem- seniority still has bership, as they received checks for thou- them waiting for re- sands of dollars to correct a contract call action. violation. The situation began after The situation Boeing combined several jobs last sum- arose when Boeing mer. Per Letter of Understanding #6, any combined the 205 - members currently surplussed from jobs Interiors Fabricator that are subsequently combined, should and Assembler job automatically gain rights to the new job, family with the 799 including rights to any lower graded jobs Vinyl Laminate Fab- in the new job family. ricator jobs and the Thanks to the Union action, 751-mem- 380 Assembler Inte- ber James Scott received a check for rior Assemblies jobs. Bruce Brown and Jeff Thomas (3rd and 4th from left) each collected over $6,600 after they were over $10,000 Ð to compensate him for Any members who bypassed for recall following a job combination. Union Stewards Sandy Torfin (left) and Randy the time he should have been on the were surplussed Haviland (right), along with Business Rep Jackie Boschok (2nd from left) helped secure the settlement. payroll after he was bypassed on the from the 799 and 380 recall list. In addition, members Jeff jobs should have automatically received tending those rights to every member. Grade 3 job and should have already Thomas and Bruce Brown each collected rights to the 20503 job. However, after James Scott contacted Union Busi- been recalled. She investigated the mat- over $6,600 after they had also been the combination was implemented, ness Rep Jackie Boschok when he real- ter, checked his seniority date against the bypassed. Six other members regained Boeing Workforce somehow missed ex- ized he should have had rights to the Continued on page 2 Diligence Brings Member ERT Success Recall Rights ember Toshiko Kelly is evidence of the success our members can Extended M achieve in the Employee Requested Transfer (ERT) system. On February 24, Toshiko began a new job as a Grade 5 Milled Skin Sanding 751 member Pete Arends has regu- Machine Operator after she transferred from her current factory service larly checked the Category A list since attendant Grade A job. This jump of five labor grades can be directly his layoff in 1999. This past December, attributed to her hard work and determination. he visited the hall Ð checking the list for Toshiko recognized years ago the advantages of using the Education what he thought would be his final time, Assistance Program through IAM/Boeing Quality Through Training as his recall rights were posed to expire Program (QTTP). She is a strong advocate for Joint Programs and on January 5, 2006. regularly encourages others to utilize its services. Thanks to skillful negotiation from Toshiko has a wonderful philosophy on life and strives for continual the Workforce Subcommittee, approxi- learning. Even though she just got a five labor grade increase, she mately 500 members had their recall continues to take classes. Currently, she is signed up for a Web Design rights extended by one additional year. class through Highline Community College. In addition, she just regis- Getting the new contract language to tered for a Saturday Boeing class on blueprint reading Ð a class she apply to members who were already completed years ago, but felt she needed a refresher in. Her motto is there surplussed is unprecedented. Histori- is always more to learn. cally, any improvements in Category A recall rights simply applied to those In the mid-1990’s Toshiko worked in the blanket shop, which was Using the ERT process, Toshiko Kelly (seated) Continued on page 3 obtained a five labor grade upgrade. members who were surplussed during that contract and in the future. In previ- ous contracts, those already surplussed Revisions Open Up Team Leader Application Process or laid-off were limited to the Category A rights outlined in the contract at the Part of the new contract last fall in- lection process to address concerns Union committee announced they had agreed time of their surplus. cluded revisions to the team leader se- members had identified and establish a upon changes and team leader applica- In negotiations last fall, the Workforce fair system to be applied tions were again being accepted. Until Subcommittee secured two years of ad- consistently throughout the the details were finalized, no new team Continued on page 3 Company. Immediately af- leaders could be appointed. Melissa ter ratification of the con- The revisions included a more struc- Honeywell tract on September 29, the tured selection process that will include gained an Union and Company ap- seniority as part of the criteria. Under the additional pointed a subcommittee, previous contract, the team leader selec- year of which included the IAM/ tion process and criteria were not clearly recall rights Boeing Joint Programs, to defined nor was it applied consistently to the determine these changes from shop to shop. This caused a lot of 61403 job, and deliver any necessary heartburn and frustration for our mem- which may Tom Sweeney (center) is team leader in the model training. bers, which made the program less effec- get her recalled shop and helped with the new training video. On January 26, the sub- Continued on page 5 quicker. Engine Compassionate BR Bradley Inside Index Education Crew Ron Bradley joins the Union staff as a Business President's Message ...... 2 Member gains skills to Crane crew steps up to Rep working in the Political Action ...... 3 open engine shop help injured co-worker Everett Union Hall Joint Programs ...... 6 thanks to QTTP Retirement...... 9 712 12 Want Ads ...... 10 Page 2 751 AERO MECHANIC March 2006

REPORT FROM THE PRESIDENT Continued Recalls Create Opportunities for Members by Mark Blondin, for their special efforts. Their Stewards will be distributing them to bill was a casualty Ð even though a ma- District President diligence paid off for these members. In addition, the Union will jority of the House members were sup- members. also be distributing a follow-up survey porting the bill, it was not brought to the Boeing continues to re- The continued recalls also to get your input on the negotiation pro- floor for a vote before the cutoff dead- call members each week. mean members currently on cess last year, as well as the strike. Take line. While formal negotiations the payroll will have an op- the time to fill out the survey and give The Unemployment Insurance (UI) ended with the ratification portunity to move to differ- your thoughts on the additional sheet Reform Bill passed the Senate and is of the contract, our ent jobs in the Company. As that will be provided. Feedback from the being considered in the House. This Workforce Subcommittee Boeing depletes the recall members is the best way we can improve would make permanent the use of two- continued working and was list, they will look to mem- our service and do a better job in the next quarter averaging in the calculation of able to negotiate a side letter that will bers who have ERT’s filed to fill the round of bargaining. UI benefits. give about 500 members an additional positions before hiring off the streets. In February, we welcomed Ron Bra- Special thanks to the staff, reps and year of Category A rights. The addi- The Union has gotten lots of questions dley on staff as a new Business Rep in members who have stepped forward and tional year is retroactive for members on the ERT process. Members looking to Everett. He brings over 27 years of Union volunteered to lobby in Olympia. They who were surplussed from 9/2/99 through file an ERT should make an appointment experience with him and fills the open- have ensured the Machinists Union pres- 9/10/01. It is unprecedented to gain addi- to meet with a QTTP Advisor to begin ing created when Susan Palmer became ence is known and heard during this tional rights for members who have al- the process (see ERT process chart on Secretary-Treasurer. He looks forward short legislative session. ready been surplussed. In previous con- page 6). Our members currently on the to meeting the Stewards and members in A special thanks also to the Union tracts, any changes to Category A rights payroll still have the easiest path to a new his assigned area. Stewards who spend every day enforc- only applied to members surplussed un- job through the ERT (Category C) sys- In Olympia, the short legislative ses- ing the contract to ensure our members’ der that contract. Thanks to Workforce tem. sion (scheduled to end March 9) saw rights are protected. Subcommittee members Roy Moore, The new contract books have been many bills die before coming to a vote. Zack Zaratkiewicz and Ernie McCarthy printed and are at the Union halls. Union Unfortunately, the Fair Share Health Care District Lodge 751, International Assn. of Machinists and Members Compensated for Category A Bypass Aerospace Workers

Continued from page 1 Union Mark Blondin Steward Mike President, Directing Cummins (l) Business Representative recall list and realized the Company had and Business not properly implemented LOU #6. Af- Rep Jackie Gloria Millsaps ter verifying he was not recalled in the Boschok (r) Vice President proper order, she contacted Workforce worked to get to get a remedy. Workforce acknowl- member Susan A. Palmer edged the mistake and launched a com- James Scott Secretary-Treasurer plete audit to ensure the proper proce- over $10,000 dure was followed for all employees. owed him Kim Leufroy after he was Sergeant-at-Arms Union Stewards Mike Cummins, bypassed for Randy Haviland and Sandy Torfin also recall Tommy Wilson did their part to help in the investigation following a Roy Moore and ensure everyone was properly com- job pensated. They talked to members in the combination. Ernest McCarthy shop, researched seniority lists and re- Paul Knebel call dates. Their work helped calculate Mark B. Johnson the proper amounts for Jeff Thomas and 751-members Jeff Thomas and Bruce for fighting hard to get the compensation Jackie Boschok Bruce Brown. Brown take a proactive approach to their we were owed for that time.” James noted, “I appreciate having a contractual rights. When they learned of Bruce was also pleased with the Union Ray Baumgardner Union to look out for my interests. I can’t the job combination, they stopped by the and added, “It was great to have the Larry Brown ask for anything more for my dues dol- Renton Union Hall and immediately filed Union there to represent my interests. Zack Zaratkiewicz lar. In the outside world where you don’t a new Category A to ensure they gained I’m happy to pay my union dues.” Tom Wroblewski have a Union, this wouldn’t have hap- rights to the Grade 3 job, which was Steward Randy Haviland stated, “As pened. If a company makes a mistake, recalling members. Their actions paid a Steward, it gives you a sense of pride to Emerson Hamilton you have no recourse. Unions really look off and got them recalled on August 26, help a fellow employee and see a posi- Stan Johnson to protect their members’ rights.” but unfortunately, it was about a month tive results. The Union continually Paul Milliken later than it should pushes to protect the contractual rights Ron Bradley of members.” I appreciate having a Union to look out for have been. Union Business Representatives Jeff Thomas Beyond just additional pay, the Union “ my interests. I can’t ask for anything more noted, “Once we was able to get the three members vaca- Union Offices: for my dues dollar. In the outside world began checking our tion and sick leave time added to the • 9125 15th Pl S, Seattle; 206-763-1300 where you don’t have a Union, this seniority against books for the time they should have been • 201 A St. SW, Auburn; 253-833-5590 wouldn’t have happened. If a company the recall dates, we on the payroll. The Union is also con- • 233 Burnett N., Renton; 425-235-3777 realized we should tinuing to investigate to ensure others • 8729 Airport Rd, Everett; makes a mistake, you have no recourse. 425-355-8821 ” have been recalled were not bypassed and that the back pay • 4226 E. Mission, Spokane -- James Scott, 751 Member on July 15. I want was correct for those affected. (509) 534-9690 or 1-800-763-1305 to thank the Union Toll-free to Seattle from: Nationwide 1-800-763-1301 Tacoma 253-627-0822 Hotline: 1-800-763-1310 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Web site: www.iam751.org U.S. Safety Laws Could Take a Lesson Mail letters to the We, at District 751, are fortunate that from Canada editor to: 9125 15th our Machinists Union has been able to Pl. S., Seattle, WA negotiate, and it should be said, with a 751 AERO MECHANIC To the Editor: responsible Boeing Company, a funded 98108 or e-mail Connie Kelliher, Editor I cannot help but comment on a small them to meaningful safety committee with an news item tucked in on a back page of the enforceable program. Our members have Member of The Newspaper Guild, [email protected] CWA #37082 Seattle Times, January 31, 2006. Sev- the assurance of reasonable and effec- District 751 AERO MECHANIC ( ISSN 0894-7864, enty-two Canadian miners safely walked tive safe working conditions. We can USPS 008-660) is published Monthly except Bi- monthly in December/January by Aerospace In- out of a mine after being trapped by an food and water for SEVERAL DAYS, only regret that political shortsighted- dustrial District Lodge 751, 9125 15th Pl. S., underground fire. It seems those social- not a few hours as in the tragic mine ness in other areas and industries in our SeattleWA 98108. $3.50 of the annual dues goes istic Canadian voters have required their disaster in the US. America, unlike Canada, has failed to toward a one-year subscription to the Aero Me- chanic. $4 per year for non-members by District government to establish Ð and enforce, Canadian mine corporations make achieve and maintain those high stan- Lodge 751, International Association of Machin- pesky “ regulations”, and safety require- money, and their mine owners are dards of workplace safety, which indi- ists and Aerospace Workers, AFL-CIO, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108. Periodicals postage ments on mining corporations. So that to wealthy, but Canadian voters have held cates a true respect for the life and health paid at Seattle, WA. POSTMASTER: Send ad- protect against fire, Canadian mines must them accountable to maintain safe work- of our working people. dress changes to District 751 Aero Mechanic, have air tight safety chambers with air, ing conditions. Carl Schwartz, 751 retiree 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108 March 2006 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 3 Members Talk Issues with Legislators in Olympia

The Machinists Union continues to efit cuts, four-quarter L to R: Kent Sprague, have a strong presence in Olympia on averaging of benefits, Brett Coty, Gus issues important to workers. Below is a will be automatically Gustaveson, Keith brief update on some of the key bills reinstated in 2007. Hanson and pertaining to workers. Fair Share Representative Steve Conway discuss the Fair Unemployment Insurance - Health Care - Share Health Care bill. SB6885. This bill passed the Senate on HB2517: Even February 13 by a vote of 25-22. It would though a majority of permanently restore two-quarter aver- House members sup- aging in the calculation of benefits, while ported this bill, it was granting more than a billion dollars in not brought up for a Below L to R: Rod tax savings to Washington businesses floor vote and subse- Sigvartson, Kent (especially small businesses) between quently died. Gover- Sprague, Senator Marilyn Rasmussen, Joe Crockett 2006 and 2010. nor Gregoire has and Kevin Mims met to Without legislative action, the most pledged to work next review issues important severe of the 2003 unemployment ben- year to pass a “per- to Washington workers. fected” Fair Share bill. The bill would establish a minimum standard for health- care coverage for the state’s largest com- panies. It was designed to put an end to the abusive practice of large, profitable corporations shifting their health care costs onto taxpayers and other busi- nesses. Family and Medical Leave SB6185 - This bill passed the Senate on February 8 by a vote of 37-12. If enacted this bill would preserve FMLA even if the fed- eral law was weakened or amended.The Bush Administration is threatening to 751 Organizer Jesse Cote (r) talks bypass Congress and “reinterpret” with Representative Mike Sells on FMLA to make it much harder for work- the Unemployment Insurance bill. ers to qualify. 500+ Members Gain Additional Year of Rights ERT Jumps Member

Continued from page 1 Five Labor Grades ditional recall rights for those with Continued from page 1 five years’ seniority who were surplussed as a result of 9-11 (giv- scheduled to be offloaded. She began using ing them eight years of recall rights). QTTP to obtain a more secure future Ð In addition, recall rights for those taking Boeing classes, QTTP classes, as surplussed under this contract were well as courses at local community colleges. increased from 6 to 7 years (if the Since she is originally from Japan, Toshiko person has 5 years’ seniority). also used QTTP money to help with English The Workforce Subcommittee classes and computer courses. understood how many potential When she was laid-off in 1999, Toshiko members could benefit if they got worked with QTTP to get Trade Adjustment the Company to agree to extend the Assistance (TAA) money, which earned her additional year of Category A rights a degree from Highline Community College retroactive to those surplussed in in their Travel and Transportation program. 1999. They continued to meet and When she returned to Boeing as a factory convinced Boeing to sign a side service attendant in 2001, she immediately The Workforce Subcommittee reviews details of a side letter that gave 500+ letter on January 31 agreeing to the began working with a QTTP advisor to “turn members, who were already surplussed, an additional year of recall rights. one year extension for those L to R: Ernie McCarthy, Roy Moore, Mark Blondin and Zack Zaratkiewicz. her lights green” and gain ERT access to surplussed 9-2-99 through 9-10-01. additional jobs. Toshiko didn’t want to limit Boeing is currently working to lo- her potential jobs and worked diligently cate all impacted individuals and sending out notices. Melissa added, “By gaining the additional year in the through the ERT system. If she encountered Melissa Honeywell is another member who will gain an 61403 job, I have a better chance to get recalled sooner. I a red light, she took the class and gained additional year of recall rights thanks to the revision. She has appreciate having the Union there to protect my interests. It additional skills. This determination has been watching the recalls in the 61403 job and is getting close. is nice they didn’t forget about the members on layoff. The served her well. She has completed over 14 Without this extension, her rights to the 61403 job would have Union continues to work for me even though I have been laid- ERT classes and challenge tests. She has expired in April, which may be about the time they reach her off several years.” filed many ERT’s – always with the goal to seniority date. Pete Arends agreed, “Through two layoffs, it is reassuring move up in the Company. that the IAM is still working on my behalf even though my Toshiko’s positive attitude is contagious. career path has changed. In the past, I have had issues “Anyone can do this and work through the regarding job security, and the Union was there to represent ERT system. It is a good opportunity to me. In my opinion, no Union brings a bigger bag of knuckles learn more. You can take classes inside or to the table than the IAM to represent their members.” outside of Boeing. There are no limits on “Going into negotiations last year we felt that extending what you can learn,” noted Toshiko. “I the Cat A rights for our active and laid-off members was a job recognize the importance of knowing security issue. We did what we could in negotiations to add computers and continue to update my skills. the special 8-year (9/11) language and were able to increase Since I took blueprint reading a long time Cat A rights from 6 to 7 years for any future surplus action,” ago, I’m taking a refresher course to keep noted Roy Moore, chair of the Workforce Subcommittee. my skills current. Having the training paid “We knew there were about 500 members surplussed prior to for is a wonderful benefit.” 9/11/01 whose Cat A rights were expiring. We did not want In addition to exercising her mind, she to give up on getting these people their upgrades or their also keeps her body fit by swimming four recall from layoff. Our committee kept talking after the strike times a week and playing water volleyball. and finally got the side-letter agreement for the retroactive This attitude and willingness to learn will language.” serve her well in her new position in To be eligible for the extension (from 6 to 7 years), a Auburn. member had to have been affected by surplus activity be- If you would like more information on Pete Arends (l) picks up his new Category A paperwork tween 9/2/99 and 9/10/01. In addition, the member had to what QTTP has to offer, please call 1-800- from Business Rep Zack Zaratkiewicz, which will extend have at least 5 years’ seniority at the time of the surplus 235-3453 or visit the website at www.iam- his recall rights for one year. action. boeing.com. Page 4 751 AERO MECHANIC March 2006 Coretta Scott King 1927-2006 by Lem Charleston, Human Rights Committee

The beginning of an era. This is a strange way to start a memorial to one of the greatest women in American history. However, Coretta Scott King is arguably one of the most famous Ameri- can women who was not married to a U.S. president. Her life, far too brief for many of us, has put us all on notice. In the past six months we have lost the “Grandmother” ( Rosa Parks) and now the mother of the “modern” civil rights movement. I liken it to losing that one very special person Over 300 people on second shift in the 40-56 building took part in the black history month dinner celebration. who has been a fantastic and vibrant light to you when you were younger. We all have exclusive memories of Soul Food Buffet for Black History Month the late Coretta Scott King. Her legacy is In the U.S., February has been de- came to sample the delights that included black leaders in our history. Lining the actually all of clared Black History Month - a four- catfish, ribs, chicken, hot links, black- main aisle were posters with interesting us Ð the baby week long celebration of African Ameri- eyed peas, greens, corn bread, macaroni facts and information on famous African boomers, and can History. Second shift members in and cheese and a variety of other dishes. Americans throughout history. some of the the 40-56 building in Everett did their There was also a buffet of desserts that Special thanks to the cooks who generation “X” part to commemorate the month and included Rosa Caro’s special sweet po- worked hard to prepare the food and plan folks. We are raise awareness of this celebration. tato pie, which she has on the market. the dinner. Many of them were up all the ones an en- On Friday, February 17, a handful of Yet it was more than just a dinner. For night long preparing food to serve hun- tire generation cooks put on an incredible buffet of the entire month, members in the 40-56 dreds. The cooks included: Ollie Reeves, of civil rights homemade soul food. Over 300 people building could learn more about historic Pat Pumprey, Issac Payne, Rosa Caro, workers toiled, Mary Kinchen-Williams, Michelle Jack- bled, and died Coretta Scott King son, Larry Dean, Jeanine Rakestraw, for. It is now Zakiya Kangethe, Ebony, Mary Jo our duty to Takeoka-White, Wade Hamilton, Ruth carry on “The Struggle.” It is now up to Burrage, Ellie Schaff, and OV Damschen. us to do what the late Rev. Dr. Martin Also thanks to the many others from the Luther King Jr. once stated in his immor- building who volunteered to help serve tal speech delivered on the steps of the the food. Lincoln Memorial in 1963. He had a dream where, “little black boys and black girls will be able to join hands with little white boys and white girls and walk together as sisters and brothers.” WE, are those little black boys and black girls! WE, are those little white boys and white girls! If his dream is not now our reality, then something went wrong somewhere along the way. We Above: Tom Vannoy, Rong Chath and now have lost the “mother” of our civil Jeff Nianekeo look at the black history rights “movement”. She kept his dream display in the 40-56 building. alive and stayed here as long as she could to see it come to fruition. I believe we Photo Right: Special thanks to all the still have a long way to go. cooks and volunteers who put together a When I see the poverty and disparity delicious spread of homemade soul food, in the U.S., I believe we still have a long including a variety of desserts. These are way to go. When I see the carnage in the just some of the cook and volunteers. aftermath of hurricane Katrina and the death and destruction in its wake, which went unchecked for far too long…I know Attorney General Offers Advice on Identity Theft we have a long way to go. With the recent stolen laptop from Coretta Scott King did not die in vain. Boeing that contained personal data on IDENTITY THEFT RESOURCES To overcome the ills of our institutional- many members, Local Lodges invited a ized oppression, all we have to do is look representative from the State Attorney Federal Trade Commission back at her life; look at the dignity she General’s office to present tips to protect (file a complaint and obtain guidance) exhibited throughout the weeks follow- yourself against identity theft and pro- 1-877-438-4338 ing the assassination of Dr. King. Did vide advice if you are a victim. This www.consumer.gov/idtheft she crawl into a fetal position to grieve useful information was presented at Feb- for the rest of her life? No, she picked up ruary Local F and C meetings and will be Attorney General’s Office the torch and shined it everywhere people presented at March Local E and A meet- (obtain guidance and referrals) could see. ings. March presentations at the Seattle 1-800-551-4636 Now it is up to each and every one of Hall will be as follows: www.atg.wa.gov us to do the same. Coretta Scott King LOCAL E Ð Wednesday, March 1 at had a family to raise, a nation to teach. 11 a.m. and again at 5:30 p.m. Free Annual Credit Report She was the legacy of the late Rev. Dr. LOCAL A Ð Thursday, March 2 at 6 Steward Larry McIntosh talks with 1-877-322-8228 Martin Luther King Jr. She carried the p.m. and Thursday, March 9 at 10:30 a.m. Rebecca Sears from the Attorney www.annualcreditreport.com torch of human rights for all people.She All members are welcome to attend. General’s office on identity theft. taught us how to make that dream our Feel free to bring family or friends who Credit Reporting Agencies reality. So when you look back at the life may be interested in learning more about to speak one-on-one with the representa- (request fraud alert or credit freeze) of the late Coretta Scott King, look for- the topic. tive to ask any questions they may have. • Equifax - 1-800-526-6285 ward at your own and ask…what pro- Identity theft is the fastest growing One important point presented was that or www.equifax.com gressive steps are you taking to cause crime in the country. While Washington everyone is entitled to a free credit report • Experian - 1-888-397-3742 or this nation to rise up and live out the true State’s new identity theft law is the tough- on an annual basis by calling 1-877-322- www.experian.com meaning of its creed:“We hold these est in the nation, if you become a victim 8228 or on the web at • TransUnion - 1-800-680-7289 or truths to be self-evident: that all men are of identity theft, there are steps to take to www.annualcreditreport.com. www.transunion.com created equal.” protect yourself. Tips to Prevent Identity Theft We are, indeed, all created equal. Ms. The 15-minute presentation included ¥ Guard your mail. Never put outgo- catalog or other junk mail, rip off the King taught us this, and now it is far past steps to prevent identity theft, as well as ing mail into an unsecured mailbox. name and address and shred it. the time we made that statement a fact. who to contact if you are a victim of ¥ Shred personal and financial infor- ¥ Monitor your credit report. This is a This is our turn, our time, our day, a new era identity theft. Members also had a chance mation. Use cross shredders. If you get a Continued on page 5 of Human Rights. Are we ready for it? March 2006 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 5 Recognizing 751’s Top Recruiters Identity Theft Presentation While many members volunteered to realize that help out with the recent Toray organiz- Union member- Continued from page 4 ing drive, two were recognized for their ship is not just way to have an early warning system if outstanding efforts - Loren Guzzone and granted. Some- you have been a victim of identity theft. Cynthia Daniels. These two teamed up one in the past Another good resource containing tips and were the most successful in getting fought hard to get to reduce your risk is a booklet published Toray members to see the benefits of that voice and by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Union membership. right to bargain The booklet “Take Charge: Fighting Each is passionate in trying to help collectively,” Back Against ID Theft” can be obtained other workers gain a livable wage and noted Cynthia. by calling 1-877-438-4338 or on the web decent health care benefits, as well as a Generally, at www.consumer.gov/idtheft safer work environment. Both also rec- when workers The presentation included three sce- ognize the best way to preserve the ben- contact us to narios along with advice. Whether or not efits we have at Boeing is to raise the learn more about you have been a victim, monitor your standards at other employers so Boeing a Union, they credit report and read all financial state- is less tempted to offload work to places have not been ment accounts. Get the free annual credit with lower benefits or potentially no pen- treated fairly by L to R: Loren Guzzone and Cynthia Daniels were honored reporting to see the activity on your credit. sion. management and by District President Mark Blondin and Organizer Jesse One member noted, “I felt the infor- For Cynthia, it was her first experi- tensions are ris- Cote for their efforts to bring Unions to other workers. mation was very helpful. It was straight ence in organizing. “I was shocked to ing because of in- forward and offered good contact infor- hear the conditions they were working consistencies with the rules. individuals, we could not be success- mation, as well as ideas to take a proac- under and even more surprised at their 751 Organizer Jesse Cote noted, ful in helping working families in this tive approach to ensure you have not fear. At Boeing, many members fail to “Without the support of these types of state.” been a victim.” Generous Giving Brings Employees Together in 2005

Last year, employees showed their generosity in showed how much employees want many areas. While the Employees Community Fund to help. Boeing people gave more targets its support to local health and human service than 26,600 books, 6,200 backpacks agencies, employee drives support specific areas within and 570 tote boxes full of supplies the health and human services. during the drive that supports Though all drives were successful, with employees children’s literacy and school readi- contributing even more than in past years, giving ness. during the Food & Essentials drive to help the hungry “For kids from low-income fami- by far exceeded any goals. Union lies, books are a luxury. Giving workers came back from their those kids the very best books is a labor dispute with just a proven incentive to help them learn week left in the drive and to read,” said Sam Whiting, execu- provided donations that tive director of Page Ahead, the significantly helped to cre- agency that receives the books. “For ate a record-breaking year. 15 years, Boeing employees have In a unified show of com- shown such tremendous generosity passion for their communi- and commitment by supporting ties, Boeing employees gave an Page Ahead’s programs and donat- astounding 372,256 pounds of food ing more than a quarter million Employees gave 17,970 items of warm clothing and blankets in during the annual Food & Essentials drive. That amount books. These books help kids fly to 2005. Above: Volunteers sort through the donations. was a 33.5 percent increase over the previous year’s their dreams.” contributions and equaled 290,825 meals to feed the And during the Spirit of the Holi- hungry. Donations from employees were especially days activities last November and December, employ- couldn’t afford to purchase holiday gifts and meals for important because Washington state ranked 10th in the ees gave toys to 2,932 children within the Department their families. nation last year for food insecurity, according to the of Social and Health Services system, adopted 1,078 For more information about employee involvement, USDA Economic Research Service. Employees also families and seniors and provided more than 16,000 visit the Community & Education Relations Web site at gave 17,970 items of warm clothing and blankets. miscellaneous stockings, toys and gifts to various local http://community.web.boeing.com/nwregion/ and click The results of the Books & Backpacks drive also agencies. All recipients were chosen because they on Employee Involvement. Agreed Upon Revisions Open Up Team Leader Application Process

Continued from page 1 ¥ Facilitating communication and in- tive. In addition, members will now have formation sharing. a better idea of the role of a team leader, Team leaders cannot assign overtime what skills are needed and where to get or administer discipline. In addition, training if they are interested in becom- team leaders must work within their job ing a team leader. descriptions. Beyond setting criteria and getting a Business Rep Zack Zaratkiewicz, structured process, the Union wants to who serves on the committee, stated, “I ensure that team leader applicants are felt there were three major issues we had prepared for their interview and get the to address. One is protection for the necessary training. Joint Programs pro- present leads and incorporating them duced a video to help applicants better back into the system. The second issue prepare for the structured interview pro- is protection for the team leaders and cess. Before a person can apply for team having viable contract language to de- leader, they must complete the web- fine situations dealing with their work. based, minimum criteria training Part of the team leader subcommittee work to finalize the team leader The final issue is the long-term effect on training video during a meeting in December. (TR009113) on their own time. This the general membership. What are their training is available on-line through the rights to become team leaders or leads team leader website, which can be outside the Boeing firewall. ideas on the team leader role, the sub- and what will govern this in the future. reached on an internal Boeing computer. “This is a positive evolution as far as committee defined what a team leader is This is what we are working for in the If you do not have access to an internal Union involvement of improving the and is not. Briefly, team leaders are re- future.” Boeing computer, you can visit any of concept,” stated IAM/Boeing Joint Pro- sponsible for: With the revisions, Union Stewards the QTTP offices and use their equip- grams Co-Director Bill Stanley. “It may ¥ Planning and administering work are also eligible to apply for team leader. ment. Joint Programs will continue to take a while for people to be comfort- assignments and resource requirements. If you are interested in applying, please update the training based on feedback able, but it is definitely a step in the right ¥ Assisting team members in accom- visit the team leader website on the from members who utilize the video. direction.” plishing their work. Boeing internal web. They are also hoping to make it available Since many managers had different ¥ Supporting compliance activity. Page 6 751 AERO MECHANIC March 2006

IAM/BOEING QUALITY TH Training Keeps Members at Top of their C

The IAM/Boeing Quality Through Training QTTP, working with the IAM members, uti- ing. These hands-on Program (QTTP) has partnered with Auburn lizes Education Assistance (EA) funding to help CIM Tech in Fife, W Equipment Services and Work Place Services to defray the cost of these classes. It allows the instruction. Each of provide training to IAM represented employees members to receive much needed hands-on hours in length and to improve the employee’s knowledge of their equipment training through NTT classes. campus. There is al specific craft. The training is voluntary and Classes are provided to Journeyman Equip- tors. provided on-hour and on site to better support ment Services Electricians and Plumbers to en- This training in the member and provide a positive learning able them to maintain a Washington State li- lows members to go experience and environment. censing requirement. They must obtain 24 hours enhance production The classes are through the National Tech- of continuing education every three years to again helping memb nology Transfer Incorporated, Centennial, Colo- maintain their license. Some of the classes that on-hour class throug rado. They provide instructors from all over the QTTP has provided includes: NEC Code class, These are a few ex United States in all types of disciplines related Grounding and Bonding Electrical Systems, High to assist our member to Equipment and Facilities Maintenance. Uti- Voltage Safety, Understanding and Trouble- tion using the QTTP lizing this base of expertise allows our members shooting Electrical Motors, and International gram. It is a way o to get classroom and hands-on experience at Plumbing Code Classes. knowledge which the their work site. Members also can receive col- QTTP has also partnered with Auburn ma- or personal knowle lege credits through these courses, sponsored by chining and IAM machinists in learning new enhance their private Red Rock Community College in Colorado. skills. Courses provide members access to Mas- To find out more These college credits are transferable to all state ter Cam Training, a CAD/CAM two dimen- offer, call 1-800-235 Gordon Little works through an assignment in a colleges and most two-year colleges. sional (2d) and three dimensional (3d) PC train- www.iam-boeing.co recent Instrumentation and Process Control class. ERT Process Offers Way Peer Training Shows IAM/Boeing Joint Programs contin- perform the job so the ues to expand its use of peer trainers to information is captured for Members to Move help provide consistent training to better on paper and training is equip members for their work at Boeing. consistent. It is driven, Looking at Boeing’s employment pro- Having members train their co-workers developed and con- jections, members could have an opportu- has proven effective and is a priority of trolled by our members nity to move in the future, if they get the Joint Programs. Peer Trainers help cross- on the floor. The process proper training and start the process now. In train, transfer knowledge and bring new is constantly changing order to put in a Category C (Employee employees up to speed quickly and effi- and evolving Ð much like Requested Transfer - ERT) for IAM-repre- ciently. the workplace. We meet sented jobs, there are several steps that must This practical approach to knowledge once a month with the be followed. Remember, it can take up to transfer has won approval by members. trainers and managers to 12 months or more to complete the mini- In Renton, Final Assembly and Wings see what is working and mum training requirements. QA now have a skilled team of Peer what should change.” The IAM/Boeing Quality Through Train- Trainers on second shift to ensure re- “Teaching someone To m ing Program (QTTP) has been an integral hires and members who transfer into the how to inspect presented clas part of the process and continues to work shop receive proper training before they additional challenges closely with employees looking to move. begin to work on the airplanes. While because there is no hands-on t Keep in mind that Boeing Hourly Workforce on-the-job training (OJT) is one of the added Kinsella. “Instead QA pe Administration still owns the ERT process. most prevalent means of skill training, ers show the new inspector wha QTTP Career Advisors support members in much of the time it for, how the process by assisting with career deci- QTTP Advisor Jodale Brinkley (l) helps 751-member is an inconsistent defects Stacy Neer file an electronic ERT for another sions, training options and filing of elec- transfer of tribal changes t position in the Company. tronic ERTs. Members wanting to file ERTs knowledge from a ent QA p for jobs in the process need to meet mini- co-worker who is in the wor mum requirements defined by the Skill Teams or better decisions regarding their careers at The Boeing also pressed to get Using take a challenge test if they already possess the Company. In addition, the ERT process will ensure his or her own job list devel skills. ERTs for jobs in the process must be filed you get considered for jobs you file ERTs for. The completed. Peer Train through a QTTP Advisor. QTTP Advisors work hiring managers are required to look at the ERT QTTP Program regularly with employees to document that the requirements pool for hiring candidates. Because of the training Coordinator Pat the work, m have been met or help build a training plan to gain requirements, the lists will be much shorter and Kinsella noted, learn the the necessary skills. employees will have a better chance of getting jobs “Peer Trainers skills fas With the information in the QTTP Career Guides, they really want. show co-workers knowledg employees now have a resource to find out about all With QTTP resource centers located in nearly the ropes when they workers th hourly jobs in the contract. Prior to this, it was every plant, it is convenient for members to work come into the shop. structured difficult to get good information on what other jobs with a QTTP Advisor. The flow chart below pre- The peer trainer and get a existed. The Career Guides help employees make sents an overview of the ERT process. network docu- course. In ments knowledge David Gale and Patrick Farrell learn Audit gro and skills needed to additional skills to serve as QA peer track the trainers in Renton. and verif BOEING ERT PROCESS IAM/Boeing Joint Programs Reviews Completes Experience Meets with Required Skills Quality Through Training Program QTTP Career for MEETS Questionaire Advisor Transfers & File ERT Take Advantage of These Member Services Drop-In Services Available: Employee Initiates DOES Location Changes Filing paper-based ERT’s NOT EA applications Print out of jobs in the ERT process Job Transfer EHWA System Help employe MEET Print out of work history Print out list of client’s Boeing training transcript Generates Score and Teach employ Develops Stacks Candidates Auto-ERT’s (has held the same job for a minimum of ninety days in the last six years) Training Plan Pick up resume vendor list with explanation of resource Assist employ LEGEND Uploading an already prepared resume into the Boeing Enterprise Staffing System (BESS) Compare em Employee Make an Appointment for: Employee with advisor Review Medical/CREST referral or ADA issues Challenge tests Create an ap Hourly workforce & & Selection College Planning Career Planning hiring manager Completes Register emp by Mgmt. ERT red light/green light list discussion, including follow-up appointments Indicates decision point Off-Hours Training Assessment testing and any follow up appointments related to the test results IMPORTANT NOTE Personal problems that require referrals to social service agencies longer interested March 2006 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 7

HROUGH TRAINING PROGRAM Craft The Jewel of Northwest Racing n classes are provided by Washington with individual f the three classes are 40 d offered at CIM Tech’s so classes for lathe opera- n practical applications al- back to the shop floor and of aircraft parts. QTTP is bers defray the cost of this gh the EA program. xamples of how we are able rs in continuing their educa- P Education Assistance pro- our members can gain job ey can use each day at work edge that they can use to e lives. e about what QTTP has to QTTP offers many courses for facilities maintenance 5-3453 or visit the web at workers to keep their state certifications current. Randy Rocky Jewell appreciates the opportunities QTTP provides. He is om. Johnson works on a project. continually taking classes and has opened his own shop which builds racing engines. Co-Workers the Ropes QTTP Gets Member’s Motor Racing to Learn

Rocky Jewell calls himself a years really isn’t as hard as some people gearhead. He never thought he’d be- think.” come so involved in school that he’d His job at Boeing actually made the be telling others about his experi- studying easier, he said, since there’s a ences. Rocky is a QA Inspector in the lot of reading and studying involved CMM Machine Shop in the Everett there, too. Some of the classes he’s Boeing plant. taken, such as Metallurgy, have also Many years ago, when the Boeing helped him in his job, but more impor- News was still printed on paper, Rocky tantly, the classroom environment has saw an article about the Education helped him overcome lifetime diffi- master different teaching styles and communication skills, peer trainers take a one-day Assistance program for IAM employ- culties with dyslexia and shyness. ss at the IAM/Boeing Joint Programs. ees. He enrolled in the first PC classes “I’m better at communicating with that were offered, and even though he people now,” he said. He sees his training,” bers have completed the training and ing production flowing.” claims he was ‘anti-PC’, he knew that education as a safety net that’s avail- eer train- possess the required skills. Joint Programs provides a one-day was the way of the future. From that able to him now and in the future. at to look Dan Morley is one of the Renton QA workshop to prepare peer trainers. Be- first class, he was hooked. Rocky con- Although he’s still employed full to spot Peer Trainers. “As people are recalled or yond sharing their skills, Peer Trainers tinued taking PC classes, and then he time on second shift in the CMM Ma- and transfer in, I get to train them for two or master a variety of teaching methods and got creative. Together with an EA chine Shop in Everett, Rocky now to differ- three weeks. It is a smoother transition learn communication skills and how to advisor, Glenn Hunter, he found more owns his own business, too. Up Front processes and ensures employees are up to speed deal with different personality types. Peer and more courses relating to his pas- Speed Shop in Stanwood, WA, caters rk area. on the work,” Dan stated. “This is a Trainers have to be clear and concise so sion: fast cars. To quote Rocky, “It all to others who, like him, love fast en- a check- much better system and gives rehires a that others who have not worked the job began in my grandfather’s auto shop gines. Rocky used what he learned in oped by better chance to succeed, as well as keep- for years can understand. when I was a nine year old in 1953. I his PC & Web Design courses to cre- ners who had to know how things worked.” ate a website for his business. (http:// perform In the past 10 home.earthlink.net/ members QTTP Program Coordinator Pat years, Rocky has ~jeweldr/) He also required completed numer- teaches Automotive ter from Kinsella (l) meets with Wings QA ous courses in Auto Engineering Tech- geable co- Peer Trainer Dan Mechanics, Thermal nology at Western hrough a Morley discuss Dynamics, Metal- State University two d system revisions to the QA lurgy, Solar Energy, days a week. When credited peer training. and Automotive asked about using addition, Computer Technology. He earned a Education Assistance, he stated, “It’s oups can “Doctorate in Automotive Engineer- just dumb NOT to use it! It’s available training ing” from the DANA Corporation in and it’s easy.” fy mem- Ohio. When asked how long it took Rocky plans to continue his educa- him to earn this certificate, he replied, tion, and is looking forward to attend- “61 years!” To date, his claim to fame ing courses with both Hendrick Motor QTTP CAREER ADVISORS: LENDING A HELPING HAND is that he helped design and build a Sports and Donovan Motor Sports in 50cc engine in a small vehicle which the near future. What They Can Do... What They Cannot Do... went 167.2 mph, breaking a land- Rocky also uses his skills with the speed record set in 1956. Boeing Racing Team. Recently, the Predict future job openings ees determine a new career path Rocky said the decision for him to Boeing Racing Team built the chassis Give credit for work experience (Work experience is not part of the continue his education was an easy used in the movie “The Fastest Indian” yees how to use the Career Guides Category C ERT process) one. His wife, Judy, holds her PHD in with Anthony Hopkins. Give equivalents where documentation does not clearly show that the ERT yees in identifying jobs in the Category C ERT process Sociology, Theology, and Psychol- For more information about IAM/ training requirements have been met ogy, and she’s been both inspirational Boeing Joint Programs and the Educa- ployees' existing training to training requirements Change class schedules offered by Learning, Training & Development (LTD) and supportive of his efforts. tion Assistance program, visit our propriate training plan to meet remaining requirements Influence your position in the candidate pool or impact any portion of the “How do I manage to go to school website at http:// selection process and also work full time second shift? iamboeing.web.boeing.com/ ployees for required classes and/or challenge tests Modify or update Category A, Category B or Category E ERTs You just do it,” Rocky said. “Getting index.cfm. E: It is the employee’s responsibility to make sure ERTs on file are accurate. Employees should check them periodically and update them as needed. If an employee is no back in the ‘study mode’ after many in a position, shift or location, the ERT filing should be updated or deleted. Page 8 751 AERO MECHANIC March 2006

Saturn Seattle will donate $100 to the Puget Sound Labor Machinist members can enjoy a discounted day at Pacific Raceways while Agency when any new or used car is purchased by a Union raising money for Guide Dogs of America. member. Just bring in this coupon at the point of sale.

Offer valid at any of the following Saturn locations: Machinists Get ‘Dog’ Saturn of Lynnwood Saturn of Renton Days at Pacific Raceways Saturn of Bellevue Saturn of Burlington www.saturnforseattle.com Machinists Union members have a June Union meetings and at the Union chance for discounted tickets to two major halls for $5. Proceeds from the tickets Name:______racing events at Pacific Raceways this will go to Guide Dogs of America. season, as well as one free weekend. Machinists Appreciation Day at Union:______The discounted tickets are a fundraiser Pacific Raceways - August 19 and 20 for Guide Dogs of America. The race – Bret Chevrolet ‘100’ Stock Car The mission of the Puget Sound Labor Agency is to improve the quality of track has dubbed the Challenge Weekend life for people needing assistance and to provide an avenue for Unions and tickets “Dog Days” at Simply wear a their families to help. the races. Below are Union shirt or show a Clip and bring this coupon to the Saturn dealers listed above dates the Union will sell Union logo and you discounted tickets. can get in the gates April 29th and 30th - National Open. free of charge. Tickets will be available at March and Local C Officer Curt Thorfinson Broken Horseshoe Award April Union meetings and at the Union helped coordinate the event. “We have halls for $5. Proceeds from the tickets so many members who enjoy racing. It will go to Guide Dogs of America. was a fundraiser the entire family can June 19th and 20th - Lucas Oil enjoy, and then they can take advantage National Divisional of the free weekend later in the summer,” Tickets will be available at May and stated Thorfinson. Annual Aero, Inc Meeting 3/14/06 Aeronautical Machinists, Inc., which lowing properties (Aero Kirkland Asso- owns and operates the Union’s buildings ciation, M.L. King-Kenyon Association, and property, will hold its annual meet- Juanita View Association, Canal View ing on Tuesday, March 14 in the District Association, and Weller Association) will Council chambers at the Seattle Union hold its business meeting. These proper- Hall (9125 15th Pl. S.) immediately fol- ties provide low-income and senior citi- lowing the 5:30 p.m. Council meeting. zens affordable housing.Every member of Immediately following the Aero, Inc the Local Lodges affiliated with District Ron Bradley (l) and Dan Meddaugh (2nd from right) presented Kim Leufroy meeting on March 14, the Building Corpo- Lodge 751 can vote on the business at these and Mark Blondin with the broken horseshoe awards for their efforts in the ration, which owns and operates the fol- meetings. Local E Horseshoe Tournament. The event raised $3,044 for Guide Dogs of America. Local F Solidarity Bowl 4th Annual 751 All Breed Fundraiser, March 19 Puppy Putt

✔ Strike up a good time with food, fun, friends and Motorcycle prizes. Money raised from participants goes to MNPL. Ride ✔ Trophies will be awarded to high scores and those who “tried.” DATE: Sunday, March 19

✔ Many door prizes - TIME: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, everyone wins! WHERE: Leilani Lanes, June 10 ✔ Bring your family and Seattle friends - have fun! 10201 Greenwood N. 8:30 a.m. ✔ $100 Lane Sponsorships WHO: Any 751 member, Last bike out 10:30 a.m. available to support family or friends Guide Dogs Awards ceremony 5 p.m. We’ll have fun to spare so sign up today! Registration: NOTE: Bowlers wishing to bowl together, please submit just one form. Advance $25 (by 5/5/06) Enter early! Please submit form by March 3rd. Day of Ride $30, Passenger $10 Name:______Phone:______

Name:______Phone:______Visit the web site at www.puppyputt.com Name:______Phone:______For more information, call Kewanda at 1-800-763-1301, ext. 335 Name:______Phone:______Make checks for $50 per bowler payable to MNPL (includes bowling fee, shoes, Participants will meet and start from Renton Motorcyles, dinner & prizes). Send check & entry form to: Duane Roope, Local F Bowling 3701 East Valley Road, Renton, WA 98055: Tournament, 9125 15th Pl. S, Seattle, WA 98108 or call 425-750-8831 March 2006 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 9

RETIREMENT NEWS February 751 Retired Club Meeting Minutes Retirees Congratulations to the following members who retired from Boeing: by Ruth Render, Ronald R. Allan Retired Club Secretary Larry L. Anderson At the February 13th business meet- Richard D. Ankarberg ing, Al Wydick called the meeting to Steven E. Auman order at 11 a.m. The Lord’s Prayer was James R. Ballard said followed by the flag salute and the George V. Baskett III singing of “God Bless America.” Roger E. Bennett Roll Call of Officers: Ruth Render, Tommy G. Berry Al Menke and Cherie Menke were on Sara L. Blanchard vacation. Minutes were accepted as Brenda J. Blessings-Hill printed. No communications. Steven D. Brewer Financial Report: The Financial Re- Arthur L. Busier port was accepted as read. Rodney L. Carlson New Members: The Club welcomed Ronnie E. Cavins Cathy Felton, Alice Dobson and Vicki David Chavez Retired Club members regularly play bingo at the Seattle Union hall on Sherry L. Christensen Nembly as new members. Mondays. Check their monthly calendar in the minutes for dates. Business Rep’s Report: Business Alonza P. Clark Rep Paul Knebel reported on the roll out so the Club can continue to offer lunches Hickerson, Shirley Hoover, Freeman Thomas J. Cleary of the 5,000th 737 held today. He noted on Mondays. Otis, Kenneth Pratt, Frances Webb, Zelma L. Cooper Bruce Spalding has been assigned to the A check for $100 was sent to the Lionelle Weller, Neva Wood. Sympathy Russell E. Cox International as a Grand Lodge Auditor Alliance for Retired Americans. cards were sent to the families. Patricia A. Dampier and Susan Palmer is our new Secretary- We are waiting to hear from Wood- Calendar of Events: George L. Darby Treasurer. Also Ron Bradley has been land Park to finalize plans for our annual March 6 Bingo Gilbert K. Dixon appointed as a business rep. picnic. March 13 Business Meeting Kenneth R. Duke Audit Committee: On February 6, Al Peppard reported the people who March 20 Bingo Bettie J. Escoubas 2006, the books were audited by trustees attended the senior meeting in Washing- March 27 Bingo Mark B. Ferazza Cherie Menke and Lousie Burns. The ton DC were Bill Holayter, Ron McGaha, Good and Welfare: Tom O’Brien John P. Flynn books were found to be in order. M/S/P Art Boulton and Al Peppard. noted that the General Motors slogan Lyndel D. Ford to accept the audit report. Peggy Arrington stated there is a chap- “What’s Good for General Motors is Ned M. Gabel Executive Board: The Executive ter of the ARA in Kent. They meet at the Good for America” should be changed to David M. Goldman Board discussed the need for volunteers. Kent Senior Center the second Thursday what’s bad for GM is bad for America. Victoria L. Hamlin Irene Tilford and Mary Allen, who have of each month at 1 p.m. She encouraged Nearly all the gains Unions made at GM Michael D. Hampson been volunteering in the kitchen for many our attendance. have been erased. He suggested starting Larry M. Helland years, are no longer available because of On Monday, May 31, Marie Cardone a movement called “Let’s Buy Back Larry G. Henkel health reasons. George McIntire is now from the IAM Retirement Office will America.” He was glad to hear Boeing is Jack E. Holstin taking over the kitchen and needs help. If hold a seminar here. We encourage ev- rolling out a new plane instead of rolling James E. Jaeger you can volunteer, please call Al Menke eryone to come and participate. one away. Gary R. Keasey President or Al Wydick (Vice President) Health & Welfare: Helen Pompeo John Guevarra spoke on Molly Ivins Kyu Kim and Toni Morzetti reported ill column regarding Attorney General Al Carole L. Kincaid Laura J. Kuljis RETIRED CLUB OFFICERS members in February included Gonzales’ testimony that the law is su- President Alvin Menke 425-235-9361 James Evenson, Robin perceded by some unwritten constitu- Sandra K. Lansciardi Vice President Al Wydick 253-876-2147 Guevarra and Mary Allen. tional power due the President during a Bonnie R. Larson Secretary Ruth Render 206-324-4055 A moment of silence for time of war. Brian F. Laughtland Treasurer Betty Ness 206-762-0725 the following members who Birthdays & Anniversaries: The Club Thomas R. McCauley Srgnt-at-Arms Leroy Miller 206-878-0601 have passed away: Terrance celebrated the following February birth- Carl T. McDaniel Trustees: Louise Burns 206-242-5878 Becht, Marcel Brunette, Jo- days: John Pompeo, Jackie Terrell, Doreen Michael D. McNulty Cherie Menke 425-235-9361 seph Darimont, June Darwin, Graham, & Ike Motola. February anniver- Juan C. Mendiola John Guevarra 206-762-3848 Lela Davidson, Ralph Fuller, saries included: Cal and Vera Doss (48 Morris S. Miller Union Office: (1-800-763-1301) or 206-763-1300 Maria Hallock, Inez years) & Al and Toni Morzenti (57 years). Johnnie Mobley Patrick L. Morrow Thu H. Nguyen Bush’s 2007 Budget Proposal Hits Seniors Hard Austin Patrick Philip E. Philio Social Security retired workers; public sector workers; Medicaid is targeted to lose $12.2 billion Garold W. Pleasant Last year, the President’s drive to and disabled persons as well as the death over the same period. Joseph D. Record, Jr., privatize Social Security made no benefit. William Richardson progress. Americans overwhelmingly Seniors Pay a Heavy Price in Bush Older Americans Act (OAA) Dewey R. Rogers, Jr., rejected his proposals and legislation Budget The OAA funds critical programs and Brent D. Rouse never made it to Congress. But President President Bush continues to shred the services to keep older adults indepen- Sharon R. Sandoval Bush brazenly inserted privatization into social safety net millions of vulnerable dent, including Meals on Wheels and Ryamond A. Schmidtka his 2007 budget proposal. The Bush bud- and needy citizens count on in order to congregate meals, senior centers, home Bernard L. Shamrock get makes absolutely no mention of the finance tax cuts for the wealthiest Ameri- and community-based care, family Elvira Sims bi-partisan study on entitlements he pro- cans. Under the President’s 2007 budget caregiver support, prevention of elder Dennis B. Snyder posed in his State of the Union proposal, domestic pro- abuse, older worker training and em- Brian D. Sullivan address. Instead, the budget grams, except homeland se- ployment, transportation, legal services, Michael M. Suski outlines a big, expensive curity, will face cuts of $182 and research and training. The Bush bud- Howard C. Taylor privatization plan that would billion over five years, in- get cuts the Older Americans Act by $76 Franklin E. Teter divert $712 billion from So- cluding cuts to health care, million by eliminating preventive health Nancy A. Torbenson cial Security's Trust Fund into education, nutrition and so- services and Alzheimer’s disease dem- Doreen M. Untinen private accounts. cial services. Now, more than onstration grants, and reducing funding Mabeline Walker “Talk is cheap, ever, America needs a plan for most of the other major programs in Adrian S. Weddel privatization is not,” said to prepare for an aging na- the Act. William D. Weimer George J. Kourpias, president tion as the first of 78 million The federal deficit hit an all-time high Stanley J. White of the Alliance for Retired Baby Boomers hit 60 this of $423 billion this year, yet the Bush David L. Wilkinson Americans. “The President has made it year. Yet the Bush budget proposes cuts budget proposes to make the President’s Mark A. Williams clear he has no intention of compromis- to vital programs that serve our nation's unaffordable tax cuts permanent for a Richard G. Wilson ing on Social Security. Privatization is a seniors. revenue loss of $1.8 trillion. Million- Ruth H. Wood roadblock to addressing Social Security’s Medicare & Medicaid aires would reap $600 billion from the Also congratulations to the follow- long-term challenges. We defeated the While health care continues to be a Bush tax cuts. Economists said White ing retirees in Eastern Washington. President’s 2005 plans to privatize, and top concern for most Americans, the House claims the budget will halve the Local 1951: Charles Genack, Mon- we’ll beat back this year’s plan as well.” Bush budget cuts Medicare by $105 bil- deficit by 2010 were “unrealistic.” arch Machine; Jeff Milholland, In addition to draining $712 billion lion over 10 years, imposing significant “What the President is pushing for is Rabanco. Local 1123 Robert Lippert, from the Trust Fund for private accounts, cuts in payments to hospitals and other fiscally irresponsible and designed to Grand Coulee Dam. the Bush budget cuts $6.3 billion in ben- health care providers while raising pre- smother future generations under moun- efits for children of deceased, disabled or miums for higher income beneficiaries. tains of debt,” Coyle said. 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Members' ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Ð 36X31.5 AUTO PARTS & "cottage industries" will be OK in ads, NEED TO TALK TO AN ATTORNEY? but no commercial ads. When using $26.95 per month, includes wills, identity TV area with 65 space CD rack on each side. ACCESSORIES own paper for ads, include informa- theft protection. Call 253-759-9222 4 section stereo area above. Glass doors, 2 tion required on regular ad blank. shelves below TV and storage area on each VINYL BEDLINER Ð for compact truck. Try a new liquid NUTRITIONAL SUPPLE- side. Excellent cond $50 OBO. Email for Excellent condition $25. Complete bumper Deadline For Next Issue MENT called Seasilver. Buy 3, get 1 free. picture [email protected] 425-226-6364 assy for compact pickup $10. 425-432-1339 March 10th For more information, log onto www.seasilver3plus1.com or call 1-800-218- CAR ALARMS Ð Starting at $50. Brand PARTING OUT Ð 1972 Chevy Cheyenne I RESTORE AND REPAIR Ð old firearms as 2330. Coupon #5266-0399-92345-0193 new and unopened! Flash park lights, dis- Super 3/4 ton pickup. BB motor and T400. a hobby. I want neglected, distressed or just old able starter, keyless entry, etc. Includes all Fact tach $100 to $2500. 425-485-5236 guns, especially old shot guns. 206-824-2428 LARK HANDICAP SCOOTER Ð made by manuals, warranty. Installation available. Ortho Kinetics. Like new Ð needs 2 batteries. 253-826-4378 STEERING COLUMNS REPAIRED Ð fix HANDMADE BABY BLANKETS Ð per- Paid $2800 Ð will sell for $750. 425-271-0765 that unsafe, loose, tilt or telescopic column fect baby shower fit $20-$65. Call or email SCOOTERS AND MORE Ð 100-500 watts, today! Columns repaired or modified. Col- [email protected] subject line DISC JOCKEY Ð for hire. Wedding recep- 24-36 volts, 10-17 mph. Several colors. umns and parts for sale. 425-228-3326 “BLANKETS” Lisa. 360-757-7460 tions, birthdays, holidays, retirements or any Great for RVs, boats, campers. Fun for all other party. I can make your event a true ages! 206-542-0104 KAR KADDY car dolly. Excellent condi- PLASTIC WELDING REPAIR Ð quad bod- celebration. Although, I specialize in the tion, only $350. 206-725-3735 ies, motorcycle fairing, RV holding tanks, oldies, I play the music from the 30’s, 40’s to FURNITURE AND mower chutes, grass catchers. All Thermo- the present. Swing, Rock & Roll, Top 40, BOATS plastic Repair. 360-420-8033 Country, Disco - You name it, I play it. 425- APPLIANCES WANTED Ð CANOE any size, will consider 888-0310 CUSTOM WOODEN STORAGE SHEDS Ð SOLID OAK ENTERTAINMENT CENTER ones that need repair, or a small boat. Up to many styles and sizes, built on your lot. Best – 76” high, 65” wide, 19” deep. Includes 5 about $150. 425-271-8789 CAB HIGH – wood rack for 8’ pickup bed build and best price guaranteed! 253-536-5669 $50. 253-854-4606 adjustable shelves. Great cond $80. 425- 672-6950 PLASTIC WELDING Ð repair ATV fend- st MASSAGE - Relax with a massage. 1 time 32” COMBINATION storm/screen door – ers, motorcycle fairings, RV and boat hold- client special $45. By appointment only. GIRL’S 5-PIECE BEDROOM SET – daugh- ing tanks. Actual plastic welding Ð no glues white $50. 253-854-4606 Lake Stevens 425-760-0968 ter outgrew. Cream color with wood & paint used. Welds 98% as strong as original plas- details. Back support mattress set. Paid $2500 tic. 360-420-8033 AUBURN CHURCH Ð needs washable, ANOTHER MAN’S TREASURE – EBay cheap WIGS for a living presentation of new, asking $500. 360-893-5565 or 253- consignment service. Reasonable rates, cus- 686-2558 SCOOTERS AND MORE Ð 100-500 watts, DaVinci’s “The Last Supper” painting. tom ads, maximum exposure, 100% positive Please call 253-833-7571 24-36 volts, 10-17 mph. Several colors. feedback. Get TOP dollar for your “junk”. BUNK BED FUTON Ð black metal frame Great for RVs, boats, campers. Fun for all 425-608-0233 or 360-301-9659 with turquoise futon and single mattress and ages! 206-542-0104 ONLINE SALE Ð various items, great prices, wedding dress, speakers, Window computer box spring included. Excellent shape $150. HOUSEKEEPING Ð at a very affordable 360-893-5565 or 253-686-2558 1990 ARIMA – 17’ Sea Ranger, cuddy cabin stuff and more added regularly. Go to http:/ price. Have time to spend doing those things /photos.yahoo.com/dmjakab for pictures and with 90 HP Merc O/B, VHF radio and you really want to do and have a clean house, 1930 BEDROOM SET Ð head and foot board, fishfinder, EZ-Loader trailer with electric information. 425-350-7938 too! 253-891-2744 side rail, 4 drawer dresser, vanity w/swl winch $7500. 206-772-1053 HONDA SCOOTER Ð 50C 2005 never used; mirror Ð both on legs $400; old oak dining HANDMADE BIRD HOUSES Ð perfect table with 4 chairs (English) 42x42 extended 1990 SIERRA SUNBRIDGE – 26.55’, Merc used $2700 Ð now $1700. 20 Mule Team Christmas gifts. Removable roof, whole lo- to 42x72 $900. 253-520-1826 Cruiser engine 454 Bravo, 350 hours, been Boraxo Ð hand carved $60; stereo plays records, cation perfect for Northwest birds. $10-$12. 8-Tracks and cassettes. 425-226-9487 kept up, small damage Ð not major Ð to repair, 425-743-7510 ELECTRIC LIFT CHAIR Ð with heat, blue would love to sell ASAP. 8 _’ dinghy, no fabric $125. 253-854-4606 trailer. $15K OBO. 425-355-4296 THOMAS KINKADE PAINTINGS Ð all but 1 GOT SPORTS? Create memorable end-of- on canvas, some signed by artist. Call Rod or the-season sports DVDs! Digital Carousel Lisa for painting titles. 360-757-7460 COMPUTER CHAIR Ð with swivels, cloth LIVINGSTON with trailer, charge style will edit and manufacture your custom DVDs. and rollers $40 OBO. 425-255-9542 sounder, gas tank, some extras. Motor needs “How to” list available. tune-up. Very stable fishing boat $700 obo. SHOT GUN and rifle shell reloaders $75 www.digitalcarousel.com or 206-300-4886 HIDEABED SOFA - $100; Lazy Boy re- 425-255-4176 each; saddle $50; Pilates exercise bench & instruction video $125; chest freezer $75. cliner $85; coffee table and end table. Both HOME MORTGAGES Ð Refinances and light oak $85. 425-255-1184 MOORAGE – 40’ open slip, SW Lake Wash- Old welders, tools, vice, anvil and more, best Credit Lines available at low or no cost. Call ington. For rent, long term. Desired $290 a offers. 425-255-4176 me today! Keith Lilly 206-200-3863 QUEEN BED Ð with bookcase headboard month. 425-255-7465 SQID JIGS Ð very reasonable. 2x6 joist brack- and newer mattress, dresser with mirror, chest OTTAGE ATTENTION TO DETAIL WOODWORK- ets, concrete form ties, wheel barrow, 2 ma- of drawers Ð all blond oak $400. Saxophone- C ING Ð cabinets, hutches, bookcases. 425- hogany doors with passage Ð everything very Selmer-Tenor $1950. 425-255-1184 255-3483 reasonable, some give-away. 425-255-1804 INDUSTRIES EXERCISE BIKE $50; Two small tables $15 DISC JOCKEY Ð for hire. Wedding recep- CUSTOM WOODWORK Ð cabinetry, book- CUISINART Ð model DLC7; 10-40 Pennzoil, each; apartment refrigerator $150; gas stove tions, birthdays, holidays, retirements or any cases, fireplace mantels, etc. Please call several cases Ð very reasonable. 50-1 out- top never used $150; new stroller $25; hanging other party. I can make your event a true 206-713-5257, evenings 360-886-0651 board oil Ð everything very reasonable. Some light $15; new microwave white $50; treadmill celebration. Although, I specialize in the old- give-away. 425-255-1804 with heart monitor $200. 206-772-1752 ies, I play the music from the 30’s, 40’s to the RX DRUGS from Canada- 50% less than present. Swing, Rock & Roll, Top 40, Coun- U.S. prices! 425-251-8168 HOUSEKEEPING Ð at a very affordable HOUSING try, Disco . You name it, I play it. 425-888-0310 price. Have time to spend doing those things FOR RENT Ð McCall, Idaho Ð cottage sleeps MISCELLANEOUS you really want to do and have a clean house, 8, full ranch house amenities available, fully SWEETHEART RINGS Ð genuine garnet, JAZZY 1121 ELECTRIC POWER too! 253-891-2744 furnished. Just bring food. 15% discount for ruby and amethyst rings are available gift SCOOTER. In very good shape. Battery pow- WANT TO TRADE Ð 600 outside bird feeders Boeing employees and retirees. Get more wrapped for $99. 360-652-7430 ered. $1,800. Used very little. 206-766-8657. for old motor home that runs. 425-793-9624 information at [email protected] 425- 1902 S. Spokane St., Seattle. 334-6888 Try a new liquid NUTRITIONAL SUPPLE- MENT called Seasilver. Buy 3, get 1 free. Circle One: ANIMALS ELECTRONICS & ENTERTAINMENT PROPERTY For more information, log onto BOATS FURNITURE & APPLIANCES RECREATIONAL MEMBERSHIP www.seasilver3plus1.com or call 1-800-218- TOOLS RECREATIONAL VEHICLES SPORTING GOODS 2330. Coupon #5266-0399-92345-0193 HOUSING MISCELLANEOUS VEHICLES NEED TO TALK TO AN ATTORNEY? AUTO PARTS & ACCESSORIES COTTAGE INDUSTRIES $26.95 per month, includes wills, identity Ad (25 word limit. Please theft protection. Call 253-759-9222 print).______

PLASTIC WELDING Ð repair ATV fend- ______ers, motorcycle fairings, RV and boat hold- ing tanks. Actual plastic welding Ð no glues ______used. Welds 98% as strong as original plas- tic. 360-420-8033 ______

WHEAT-FREE Ð organic gourmet dog treats Phone (or Address) for your “lil yapper”. Choose from cheese, ______bacon, peanut butter and many others. 360- 691-5253 Lil Yapper pet products The following information must be filled in for your ad to appear:

TRI-CHEM PAINTS AND KITS Ð art, craft Name ______Clock Number ______supplies for wood, glass, fabric, etc. Monthly specials. Catalogs Ð send $4 (credited on Address ______Shop Number ______first order) to Daisy B. 30803 7th Ave SW; Mail Coupon to AERO MECHANIC NEWSPAPER, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, 98108 Deadline is March 10th! Federal Way, WA 98023. Help needed. Submit ads online at www.iam751.org/aero/wantads/wantadform.html or call 1-800-763-1301 ask for Janée 253-839-7272 or cell 253-691-2090 March 2006 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 11

KONA, HAWAII Ð oceanfront condo, large 28’ BOLES AERO TRAILER – old and beau- 1977 CORVETTE Ð 71K miles, very good 2 BDRM/2 BATH, spectacular view; sleeps REC VEHICLES tiful, top of the line, airline style construction. condition. Red on red. Asking $9K. Appraised 4. $790-$895/week plus tax. 11 percent WANTED Ð Honda 110 trail bike. Must be Lots of windows, tons of storage, separate by two dealerships for $10K. 425-870-8360 discount to Boeing employees pays taxes. in good shape and reasonably priced. Call bedroom. $5500 OBO. 425-255-4176 www.banyantreecondo.com. 206-938-9214 evenings. 360-568-8818 ’90 FORD RANGER w/canopy, extended cab, SPORTING GOODS AT, PS, cruise, intermittent wipers, rear sliding PLASTIC WELDING Ð repair ATV fenders, window, 118K miles $2500 obo. 206-243-1278 PROPERTY 60’s SEARS MINI BIKE – has new wheel motorcycle fairings, RV and boat holding tanks. bearings, shocks, chain, clutch, throttle assy, HAT ISLAND PROPERTY Ð North end of Actual plastic welding Ð no glues used. Welds 1992 GMC YUKON Ð utility 2 door SL Sierra recovered seat. Needs throttle hooked up, a private island, not buildable, great for clam 98% as strong as original plastic. 360-420-8033 4x4, runs & looks exc $4800. ’92 GMC 3500 – digging, shrimping, crabbing. $3500 OBO. muffler and air cleaner $200. 206-714-8228 1 ton w/utility box, locking doors & ladder 425-355-4296 2003 FLAGSTAFF 176LTD – 17 1/2x8’ racks. 350 w/5 speed, excellent for business GOLF CLUBS Ð complete set with woods, pop-up tent trailer, 3-way fridge, thermostat $6200 OBO. 425-485-5236 irons, bag, pull cart, lots of golf balls and extras. EATONVILLE – 2 _ acres, 28’x40’ shop heated, 15 gal potable water, sink, heated Ready for play, putter included. 253-833-4773 with small overhead apartment, 2 stall barn. beds, propane stove and screened entry. Used 1993 BMW 318 Ð 2 door, black with black 60’x20’ storage leanto. Private road, next to 6 times $3500. 360-445-2805 leather, 4 cyl, 5 spd, runs excellent. Needs private golf course $175K. 208-437-0935 TOOLS some work $3700. 425-485-5236 2001 SAFARI ZANZIBAR - 39’, 330 cat, 2 42” MOOR – deck for Sears garden tractor REC MEMBERSHIP slides, diesel generator, walnut wood inside. ’91 MINIVAN Plymouth Voyager, 63K miles $100. 253-854-4606 $2K. Seats come out for cargo. 206-767-5244 WORLDWIDE Resorts Membership Ð Five This coach is beautiful. 9K miles. New at $189K, asking $100K OBO. 253-797-9109 star locations U.S./International locations. 10” CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW – 2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM Ð new tires, new Watersports to downhill skiing. with stand $75. 425-488-4259 POWERPULL Ð 5th wheel hitch $200. 360- brakes, very clean, white, fully loaded with too www.vacationsonly.com “Keyword 886-1010 many toys. 425-303-9675 or 360-471-6743 #1048204”. [email protected] ARIEN ROTOTILLER Ð 5 hp, lightly used. Exc running cond, only $250. 206-725-3735 60’s SEARS MINI BIKE – has new wheel ’99 MERCURY SABLE, 1 owner, 10,000 origi- WESTERN HORIZONS Resorts Ð camp- bearings, shocks, chain, clutch, throttle assy, nal miles, all options, all power, gold ext, leather, ground membership for sale. Home park VEHICLES recovered seat. Needs throttle hooked up, a CD, exc cond. $14,999 obo. 425-255-5085 Indian Waters, Indio CA/Palm Springs area. muffler and air cleaner $200. 206-714-8228 1966 CHEVY IMPALA Ð 4 door, needs Death forces sale. Must sell Ð call to make paint job, runs well $1700. 206-246-3240 1981 MAZDA PICKUP. B2000. New tabs, offer. 360-893-5565 or 253-686-2558 ’96 KIT ROAD RANGER – 5th Wheel patio stick, 143K, runs good, AM/FM, good little hauler. Slide, medium blue tint $14,500. Email 1993 CHRYSLER Ð runs $800 OBO. 1990 work gruck. $950. 253-862-6759 THOUSAND TRAILS Ð Naco Alliance or call for photos. [email protected] Ð FORD TAURUS Ð 4 door, runs, needs work and Leisure Time campground member- ’93 FORD TAURUS wagon. Clean, good body, Rod or Lisa 360-757-7460 $500 OBO. 425-392-4398 ship. Death forces sale. Must sell Ð call to good mileage for a big car, new tires & radiator. make offer. 360-893-5565 or 253-686- 2001 POLARIS 800 RMK Ð 151 track, Fox 1972 CHEVY CHEYENNE SUPER Ð 3/4 Daughter moved, must sell. $1950 obo. 425- 2558 shocks, low miles $5K OBO. Cover in- ton pickup, 402 T400 fact tach, has some rust 255-4176 cluded. Day # 360-897-9605 $2500. 425-485-5236 Accepting the Oath of Office L to R: Business Rep Paul Milliken administers the oath of office to Local 1951 officers President Ken Howard, Vice President Bob Merritt, Secretary- L to R: At the February 2nd Local A meeting District Secretary- Treasurer Neil Treasurer Sue Palmer administers the oath of office to Local A Sullivan, officers: Recording Secretary Lucille Anderson, Local A Audit Recording Secretary Pete Fateley, Trustee Jim Clark, Conductor-Sentinel Mike Krouse, Spencer Burris, Local A Trustee Mike Hall, Local A Audit Matt and Trustee Bob Hendricksen. Not pictured: Trustee Joe Killinger. Hardy and Local A Audit Rich McCabe. Sunday, July 9, 2006 Flight for Sight - Fun Run, Walk & Jog on May 20 The fifth annual Flight for Sight - Fun challenging. Arrive at the Everett Activity Run, Walk and Jog, to benefit Guide Dogs Center for registration any time after 8 a.m. of America, will start at the Everett Boeing on Saturday, May 20. Runners start at 9:30 The 15th annual Local C Golf Tour- prizes will be given for longest drive, KP Activity Center on Saturday, May 20 with a.m. Walkers start at 9:45 a.m. Course nament will be held Sunday, July 9 at and 50/50 honey pot. All other prizes three options: 1 mile walk course; 5K (3.1 closes at noon. For more info, visit Elk Run Golf Course in Maple Valley. will be raffled off at the end. NO EN- miles) run/walk course is flat and easy or www.iam751.org/funrun.html or call 1- The cost will be $100 per person, which TRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED UN- 10K (6.2 miles) run/jog only course is 800-763-1301, ext. 335. covers green fees, cart rental, tourna- TIL FULL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED ment t-shirt, prizes and a buffet at the FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS. FINAL Flight for Sight Pledge/Registration Form # of Adult T-shirts: end of play. This year there is also a CUTOFF TO RETURN ENTRIES IS Name: (Appropriate sizes) second option. The $100 tournament JUNE 9TH. S _____ XL_____ E-Mail: fee will be waived for any individual As this event is a benefit, prize dona- M _____ XXL_____ turning in $150 in donations to Guide tions are greatly appreciated. If you would Address: L _____ Dogs. like to donate prizes, please contact Mark City State: Zip: T-shirts will be Proceeds from the tournament will Johnson on 425-235-3777. If you have handed out the Phone: go to Guide Dogs of America. The tour- questions or would like to volunteer, day of the race only. nament will be a “scramble” format with contact one of the following tournament Race Day Registration: $20 without a t-shirt $25 with a t-shirt (sizes not guaranteed) a shotgun start at 7:30 a.m. for all golf- co-chairs: Spencer Graham on 206-251- Pre-Registration By May 15: $15 without a t-shirt $20 with a t-shirt ers. Prizes will be awarded to the first, 9021; Hole sponsorship Tony Curran on Group Rate Registration (for 4 or more): $10 without a t-shirt; $15 with a t-shirt second and third place teams. Individual 206-280-7536. *NOTE: If you turn in $30 or more in donations, event registration fee is waived. Unregistered children age 5 and under may accompany a registered participant at no cost. 2006 Golf Tournament Entry Form Prizes will be awarded for individuals with highest dollar amount in pledges. Return form & checks to: Guide Dogs of America Flight for Sight, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108 Group Contact:______Phone:______SPONSORS/PLEDGES PLEASE PRE-PAY. Make checks out to: Guide Dogs of America. Address:______All donations are tax deductible. Hand in pledges day of walk or mail them to: Flight for Sight Fun Run, 9125 15th Place South, Seattle, WA 98108 Players wishing to golf together, submit just one form. 4 players max per team. Name:______Phone:______Shirt Size (circle one) S M L XL 2X 3X Name:______Phone:______Shirt Size (circle one) S M L XL 2X 3X Name:______Phone:______Shirt Size (circle one) S M L XL 2X 3X Name:______Phone:______Shirt Size (circle one) S M L XL 2X 3X DECLARATION: I do hereby waive, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages Entries will not be accepted unless full payment is received by JUNE 9th. that I, or members of my family, may incur arising out of my (our) traveling to, participating in, and returning Turn in $150 in donations to waive entry fee or return checks for $100 per player payable from the Flight for Sight Fun Run, Walk or Jog on May 20 against the IAM&AW or Guide Dogs of America. to: Spencer Graham, Local C Golf Tournament, 9125 15th Pl. S, Seattle, WA 98108 Signature:______Date:______Page 12 751 AERO MECHANIC March 2006 Everett Crane Crew Demonstrates Camaraderie If you work on the Everett crane crew wheelchair. Immediately, they collected and run into a problem, you can bet your several hundred dollars and took it to his co-workers will be there to help in any wife. Then while he was still in the way possible. These workers are a tight- hospital, the crew collected over $1,300 knit group. If someone is injured, they to purchase building material and planned pride themselves on taking care of each a work party to construct a wheelchair other Ð whether it is providing financial ramp at his home. But the effort went far assistance, helping with a project, or beyond. They not only paid for the mate- remodeling a house to accommodate a rial and built the ramp, but presented his medical condition. wife with several hundred additional Recently, the crew sprang into action dollars. The crew turned out in force and after crane operator Dan Nash had a also did other chores such as trimming stroke and was suddenly confined to a trees, cleaning the gutters, completing repairs, and winterizing the house. Even the general supervisor helped with the work. The crew had a cookout and made a day of it. Dan, who was still in the hospital, arranged to be brought home that day so Dan Nash tries out the new ramp while others finish the path. he could spend time with his crew. Yet this compassion and camaraderie happens regularly for this crew that oper- ates like a family. Before the strike, they took up a collection each pay day for another co-worker who had a serious health problem. They collected about $11,000 and were able to present him money every two weeks to help with the bills. Union Steward Steve Parsley noted, In addition to building a wheelchair “You could not ask for a better group of ramp, the crew trimmed trees, people to work for and with. They are there cleaned gutters and did other chores. no matter what. I have never worked for a Bud Cheever (r) and Cary Eubank secure the Above Mike Hoeppner cuts the tree. group of individuals who are so giving.” boards onto the ramp. Right: Putting the frame together.

Above: Kurt Brosvik cuts the wood for the .ramp. Left: The crane crew poses for a group photo after completing the ramp. Bradley Is New Everett Business Rep Members in Everett have a new face to represent a leadership role Ð serving as picket captain, helping their interests as Ron Bradley formally began as a Union with check distribution and serving as strike coordina- Business Rep in Everett on February 16. Ron takes over tor in Everett during the most recent labor dispute. the position vacated when Susan Palmer was elected The problem solving required for his job as a re- Secretary-Treasurer. search electro-mechanical technician will come in handy While he is new as a Union Business Rep, Ron is a for the variety of issues he deals with as a Business Rep. veteran of championing workers’ rights and serving the He is adapting quickly to the new environment and is membership. getting to know the Union Stewards for his assigned Patricia Stewart (r) brought her daughter to work For the past 27 years, area. As a long-time Stew- on the 2005 Job Shadow Day. Ron has been an active ard, he understands that a member of the Union. strong steward network is Get a Shadow for a Day Over the years, Ron has the key to effectively serv- On March 30, Boeing will host students from the devoted countless hours to ing the membership. Puget Sound region for Job Shadow Day. High school the Union Ð serving as a Incredibly, Ron sur- students get an opportunity to observe what profession- Union Steward since vived 27 years at Boeing als and skilled workers do on the job. Students partici- 1986; President of Lodge in the same organization pating in Junior Achievement and relatives of Boeing 751-E for the past nine (developmental manufac- employees are eligible to participate. Students take part years, as a delegate to the turing) and without get- in group activities geared to help with career explora- District Council since ting laid-off. Yet he has tion. For general questions and answers or to download 1990, as well as holding a worked on a number of an application form to bring student relatives, visit the variety of other leadership different projects and pro- Community and Education Relations web site at http:/ positions in the Union. Yet grams Ð from the first mo- /community.web.boeing.com/nwregion/ei_vol_js.cfm. there is much more. He tion cab simulators, to the For more information, contact your site focal listed was a delegate to the 2004 wind tunnel, to the light below. The deadline for applying is March 3. Grand Lodge Convention, lab in Everett. he has lobbied for work- Ron noted, “I am look- Auburn/ Bill Rienstra 206-595-3446 ers issues in Olympia, ing forward to this new Ron Bradley brings 27 years of Union experience to Frederickson been active in the State opportunity to help and his new position as an Everett Union Business Rep. Eastside Linda Carrig 425-865-3507 Labor Council, attended serve the membership. I Everett Sue Patterson 425-294-7281 Union leadership training, recognize there will be a Kent Dave Peeples 253-657-1485 and even worked with the Secret Service when Presi- lot of changes and appreciate the support and confi- Renton Jeff Sykes 425-234-4943 dent Bill Clinton was in town. dence I have received from everyone at the Union. My West Corridor Bill Rienstra 206-595-3446 During the 1989, 1995 and 2005 strikes, Ron played top priority is service to the membership.”