July 2012 751 AERO MECHANIC Page

VOL. 67 NO. 6 JULY 2012 737 FOD? Machinists Have It Covered

It’s the simple things. Simple pleasures. Simple truths. Simple life. But for one team of District 751 Machinists at Boeing, a simple fix to an annoying problem turned out to be a big problem solver – and something that will save them time and potentially make them more money. “It’s saving us 20 minutes here and 20 minutes there and 20 minutes there,” said Pete Atkinson, a Union Steward in Renton who was part of the team that came up with the solution. “It’s just really kind of simple but effective.” Atkinson is part of the Breakfast Club, a 38-member team that builds 737 wings in Renton. This spring, the group started brainstorming ways to improve their work processes under LOU 28 – the Letter of Understanding in the 2008 contract that teaches Machinists Union members about the business assump- tions behind the work they do – and empowers them to make changes in their shops that can improve on them. For the Breakfast Club, the big breakthrough was Members of the Breakfast Club in Renton pose with the square yellow vinyl cover that they conceived to figuring out how to fix a FOD issue. cut down on FOD and speed up the wing assembly process. The group – one of several in Renton – does its work on wings mounted on dollies. The dollies roll around on forcing Machinists to spend time digging them out. creating debris itself.” four sets of wheels that are attached to the body of the Metal shavings would fall into them too and get stuck. The Breakfast Club calculated that putting the vinyl dollies by long beams. And as the foam pads age, they start to deteriorate, covers over the foam resulted in saving three people 20 Those beams are situated in spots where Machinists which creates its own FOD issue that needs to be minutes of clean-up time on every single wing. Multi- working on the wings would bang their shins against the cleaned up to keep the foam and embedded metal ply that over all the wings they’ll build in a year to meet hard steel so at some point in the past, someone came up shavings from migrating into the wings. the current rate of 35 737s a month, and that’s a with the idea of putting thick foam pads around them, to So the Breakfast Club came up with a solution: Why significant cost savings. prevent constant bruising. not wrap up the foam pads? Boeing management has taken the concept and in That was all well and good, but the foam padding “We had a suggestion to make a vinyl cover over the looking to incorporate it elsewhere in Renton, and caused its own set of problems, said Lorne Carrier, the foam rubber. That way you could easily clean it up. It maybe even in Everett, Atkinson said. Breakfast Club team captain. keeps it from deteriorating,” Atkinson said. “It’s easier But it’s based on a common-sense principal, he said. Screws that fall into the thick padding would get lost, to maintain, it’s less time to clean up and it’s not Continued on page 4 Member Appreciation Inslee: We Won’t Be Another Wisconsin Day, Saturday July 14 Why did the Machinists Union EN- met with members of the Hanford Atomic away their retirement and health benefits See details for THUSIASTICALLY endorse Jay Inslee Metal Trades Council on June 19. The and curtail their rights to bargain with this day of family for Governor? Why does our union Council represents members of 15 dif- employers for something better. fun on page 2 and STRONGLY recommend you mark your ferent unions that represent workers at That’s what Gov. Scott Walker did in watch for a mailing ballot for Inslee when your Primary Elec- the Hanford site, including District 751 Wisconsin, and it’s a blueprint followed by with your ticket in tion ballot arrives within the next couple Machinists who belong to Local 1951. certain Republican governors from Maine early July! of weeks? Inslee’s comments reported Inslee, according to the newspaper, to Florida to Idaho, where states have by The Tri-Cities Herald as he met said there are two competing theories launched attacks against working people Hanford workers are a strong indicator about how to jump-start our nation’s and their rights under federal and state laws Dental Benefits why we support him for Governor. economy. Some Republicans — like his to be part of a labor union. Workers’ In a speech to union officers, Jay opponent, Rob McKenna — believe that pensions and right to collective bargaining Clarified at Boeing Inslee vowed Washington won’t be in- America will somehow be more pros- have been under attack when the wrong Boeing has clarified the details of den- fected with the Wisconsin virus. Inslee perous if you cut workers’ wages, take person is elected governor. tal coverage available to employees repre- Inslee rejects that approach, saying that sented by the Machinists Union in Puget Inslee has Washington needs a governor who will Sound, Portland and Wichita. Employees been a strong stand up for its hard-working middle class. can look on the web (www.iam751.org or supporter of Whether supporting the Hanford on page 5) for details of the Network workers and workforce in Tri-Cities, aerospace and Dental Plan, which replaces the Incentive 751 issues, aluminum workers throughout the state, Dental Plan as of July 1. including the woodworkers, shipyard or municipal In May, you were mailed information Boeing tanker workers, Inslee has been a constant and regarding the new network dental pro- deal. Photo effective advocate. That is why without gram. Many dental offices also received right: Talking exceptions, unions from across the state this information. Boeing and the IAM with members in and in every sector of the economy have have worked together to update the in- the Everett endorsed and are working to elect Inslee. formation to accurately reflect the terms plant at the Instead of attacking union workers, of the extension agreement. As shown in tanker Inslee said he will leverage the skills of the chart on page 5, coverage levels for celebration Hanford workers in eastern Washington dental services have increased across the last year. and Boeing employees in Puget Sound board. Continued on page 3 Continued on page 5 Honored for Green for the ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Inside Index Academics Guide Dogs President's Message ...... 2 Retirement...... 9 Two children of 751 Motorcycle ride, fun run Political Action ...... 3 Want Ads ...... 10 presented with IAM and poker tournament in the Primary Election ★ ★ TUESDAY ★ ★ Guide Dog Fundraisers .. 6 Community Service...... 11 Scholarship in nationwide deliver for Guide Dogs in AUGUST 7th Election Notice ...... 8 Eastern Washington .... 12 competition June 56See Voting Recommendations, page 3 Page 2 751 AERO MECHANIC July 2012

REPORT FROM THE PRESIDENT When Machinists Make Boeing Better, We All Win by Tom Wroblewski, But more than that, I feel these the best way to do that is to make improve- but by being the best. And how do we get District President kinds of improvements are vitally ments to our manufacturing process. If the there? By improving our processes. important to us as individual Ma- best aerospace workers in the world get To me, the best part about the incen- The Union appreciates chinists, to our union, Boeing, our even better, then the chances of us losing tive pay plan is that it pays cash to our all that our members do communities – and maybe even out to some other site shrink rapidly. That members at Boeing for doing something every day and as a thank our nation. means we’ll have good union jobs in the that’s in our best interest anyway. The you, we are holding a Mem- Let me explain why. aerospace industries for decades to come, things we do to secure future aerospace ber Appreciation day on For all of us, making process im- jobs that we can retire from and jobs for our work here in Puget Sound will help en- Saturday, July 14. This day provements is the key to achieving children to fill. sure America remains the world’s aero- of fun is a free event for the goals of the incentive pay plan, In this way, Machinists-driven pro- space leader, which will also improve members, retirees and their families. which starts this month. Finding ways to cess improvements can benefit our com- your individual bottom lines. Recognizing that our membership is get work done faster improves our overall munities, our families and our union. If this works the way we believe it will, spread out, we will hold the fair at two productivity. Finding ways to avoid acci- I think they can also benefit America. there’s no reason why, in our next contract, locations that day: the Evergreen State Fair- dents and injuries to our bodies is good for Every few months, it seems, I read we can’t convince Boeing to improve on the grounds in Monroe up north and the everyone. Finding ways to work toward some breathless story about how some incentive pay plan, to make the maximum Puyallup Fairgrounds in the southend. Gates first-pass quality will reduce defects and new competitor wants to break into the payouts higher. And it all starts when you go will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and I improve productivity. All of that makes it market for large commercial jets, and go to your first-line manager and say “I’ve got hope to see many of you and your families that much more certain that you’ll achieve head-to-head with Boeing and Airbus. A Continued on page 8 there. Look for a mailing with your ticket the target 2 percent incentive payment at lot of the talk centers around China, with for admission in early July. year’s end – and also improves the odds of its cheap labor and massive government District Lodge 751, Over the past several months, we’ve everyone getting the maximum 4 percent subsidies to industry. International Assn. of read a number of stories in the payout. Right now, China’s aerospace indus- AeroMechanic about how District 751 So for us as individuals, process im- try lags behind. They’ve got a long way Machinists and members at Boeing have made signifi- provements are important to receiving to go before their skills are up to par with Aerospace Workers cant improvements in the way commer- better take-home pay. They are also im- yours. But sooner or later, they’re going cial airplanes are built. portant to our long-term future. to catch up – especially if we do nothing Tom Wroblewski I love reading these stories. I’m always Boeing has made no secret that the days to improve our abilities and just stand President, Directing impressed with the ingenuity, insight and of it automatically placing work in its still. However, if we take advantage of Business Representative common-sense wisdom our members existing factories are over. When it comes our head start, and keep improving on show when they come up with these pro- time to make decisions about replacing the our processes and abilities, we’ll be bet- Wilson ‘Fergie’ Ferguson Vice President cess improvements. When you do that, 777, for example, Boeing’s going to look ter able to maintain our competitive ad- you’re saving Boeing time and money, at many options. vantage in the years ahead. Susan Palmer you’re improving the quality of the planes We are Boeing’s best option. You know That’s how America’s manufactur- Secretary-Treasurer you produce and you are making the work that as well as I do. But we’ve got to prove ing industry will compete and win in the you do safer. That’s all goodness. it to the decision-makers in Chicago, and 21st century – not by being the cheapest, Clark Fromong Sergeant-at-Arms Tommy Wilson Heather Barstow Don Morris Saturday, July 14 - 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Ray Baumgardner Two Locations to Choose From: Richard Jackson Puyallup Fairgrounds & Evergreen State Fairgrounds Monroe Jon Holden This is your invitation to fun at the Fair. District 751 Fair Day is the Union’s way to say Brett Coty “Thank You” to our members, retirees and their families. Turn out for a day of fun. Watch for D. Joe Crockett a mailing in early July that will include your ticket to fun for one Union Member and one accompanying adult. Children do not Ron Bradley need a ticket. The only cost will be games of chance, food and beverages – or you may bring a picnic lunch. Emerson Hamilton There are two locations (Puyallup Fairgrounds, 110 9th Ave SW and Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe, 14405 179th Ave Charles G. Craft Monroe SE) so choose the one most convenient and join us for a day of fun. Gates open at Steve Warren (Eastern WA) 10 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. See a list of activities at the two sites. Lynnwood To Everett For directions and a detailed map to each site, visit: Ernest McCarthy 522 • For Evergreen State Fairgrounds, www.iam751.org/evergreen.htm. Park in the Richard McCabe

522 red west lot and enter through the west gate to obtain Machinists’ wristband. Jason Redrup EVERGREEN • For Puyallup Fairgrounds, www.iam751.org/puyallup.htm. Park and enter 405 Union Business Representatives FAIRGROUNDS through the purple and green gates/parking lots.

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POLITICAL ACTION Machinists Discuss Future of Aerospace with Governor

Washington state needs to train more aerospace District workers and improve its transportation system, District Secretary- 751 Machinists told Gov. Chris Gregoire. Treasurer The governor agreed. Susan Palmer “Whatever we do today — great. Tomorrow we have (3rd from to do something better,” Gregoire said. “We know what right) led a the competition’s like.” discussion Gregoire had lunch at the Renton Union Hall on June on the 20 with nine District 751 members — most of them future of second-shift union stewards at Boeing’s Renton plant aerospace — and with Alex Pietsch, the recently appointed direc- with tor of the Governor’s Office of Aerospace. District 751 members Secretary-Treasurer Susan Palmer hosted the lunch. and Gregoire and Pietsch had spent the day touring Governor aerospace sites in Renton. The governor got a lesson in Gregoire. drilling holes and bucking rivets at Renton Technical College (RTC) before taking a tour of Boeing’s 737 are nearing retirement. they were assigned to work on “wasn’t what I trained final assembly building. Gregoire told the Machinists that, as governor, she on.” Training was a major topic of discussion. Boeing has funneled federal training dollars into improving Today, 24 of the state’s 34 community and technical “needs people bad,” said Joe Ferazza, who works in aerospace worker training at places like RTC. colleges are offering aerospace worker training, the Renton. “It’s not just to handle the new higher delivery “It was to buy the most-recent equipment,” Gregoire governor said. The classes are tailored to the job re- rates,” added Rod Sorenson. Boeing also needs to said. Too many students had graduated and gone to quirements of Boeing and its industry partners, she said. replace an entire generation of workers who, like him, work at Boeing or a supplier only to find the equipment Continued on page 4 Inslee Declared: We Won’t Be Another Wisconsin legislative director. Continued from page 1 “Jay Inslee gets it,” Brown said. “He to make Washington a world leader in understands that unions aren’t the prob- clean energy and aerospace. lem, and that the Wall Street meltdown Inslee told the Herald he wants to and housing market collapse didn’t hap- launch a biofuels center of excellence at pen because teachers have retirement Washington State University to partner plans. He doesn’t think the solution to with industry in an effort to produce high unemployment is to fire all the enough clean fuel to be commercially people who fix our roads, run our courts viable. This will be vital to ensuring and keep our water safe to drink.” adequate fuel capacity for the air trans- Inslee also has been a strong supporter port sector. of causes dear to most District 751 Ma- After the speech, Fred Rumsey — the chinists, Brown said. “Jay was one of our political director for the Atomic Trades biggest allies in Congress when it came to Council — thanked Inslee for standing fighting for the Boeing tanker deal, and he up for Hanford worker pensions and for also stood up for the National Labor Rela- fighting against Republican attempts in tions Board when it was under attack for Congress to lower worker safety stan- taking on our case against Boeing last Inslee talked with Union members at the Hanford Atomic Metal Trades dards in the nuclear industry. year.” The resolution of that case led to Council on June 19. It’s easy to see why Inslee has the securing the 737-MAX. support of organized labor in Washing- Having Inslee as governor would be in general, and great for us as Machin- suports him. He believes that investing ton state, said Larry Brown, District 751’s “good for Washington working people ists,” Brown said. “That’s why our Union in people is the right way to go.”

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Two recent high-profile accidents at Wilson spoke at District 751’s annual the Boeing Co. point out how vitally Safety Banquet, where members of the important it is for everyone to emphasize Health and Safety Site Committees from safety in the workplace, District 751’s Boeing plants around Puget Sound were safety coordinator said. honored for their contributions. There are a lot of new workers com- Wilson and District Secretary-Trea- ing into Boeing, working under a lot of surer Susan Palmer presented some of pressure to meet record high production the committee members with pins and rates, said Safety Coordinator Tommy plaques for their service. Two commit- Wilson, who is also a business rep in tee members – John Lopez Jr. from Au- Renton. burn and Don Donovan from the Kent/ He urged members of the union’s Developmental Center committee – were Health and Safety Committee to take the recognized for 15 years of service. District Safety Coordinator Tommy Wilson (far left) and Secretary-Treasurer time to talk to those new people and Larry Hagen from Renton and Dor- Susan Palmer (far right) congratulate John Lopez, Jr., Larry Hagen, and Don teach them the importance of following othy Crace from Auburn were recog- Donovan for their service on the Safety Committee. Lopez and Donovan were safety procedures. nized for having served five years on the honored for 15 years of service while Hagen was honored for five years of “Introduce yourselves, tell them who committee. Former committee member service. you are and what you do and how we can Jim Roberts was recognized for having “We thank you and commend you for Accidents – particularly serious ones, help them,” Wilson said. served five years as well. everything you do to keep our members like the well-publicized incidents in safe and to keep everybody at Boeing Everett involving a 787 worker and a safe,” Palmer told the committee mem- 747 employee – result in costly damage bers. and delays to the airplane. Production rates are going up on both And the human cost can be tremen- the 737 and 777 program this year, and dous, Wilson warned. It’s been more workers on the 787 program remain un- than a decade since the last fatal accident der pressure, as they try to sort out all the at Boeing, but there’s always the poten- problems caused by the airplane’s overly tial for someone to be killed, given the outsourced global supply chain. kinds of work Machinists do. Some inexperienced workers – and Wilson said Boeing and the union are their equally inexperienced managers – working together to communicate the may be tempted to take shortcuts to meet importance of workplace safety. their production schedules, Wilson said. “Our goal is always for our members But when workers avoid accidents by to go home at night the same way they Jim Roberts (center) was honored for his 5 years of service on the Site Safety taking the time to follow safety proce- came to work in the morning – healthy Committee. Congratulating him L to R: Paul Veltkamp, Tom Wroblewski, dures, it makes Boeing more productive and in one piece,” he said. Roberts, Tommy Wilson, Dwyane Johnson. and profitable, Palmer said. Machinists Discuss Future of NLRB Sides with IAM Aerospace with Governor Gregoire in Dispute at JBLM

Continued from page 3 The National Labor Relations Board has sided with the 777’s wings made in Washington. International Association of Machinists in a dispute with a “Every time we do something, we go to the company Gregoire asked how things are going since the or the suppliers and say, ‘What do you need?’” defense contractor at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. contract extension was approved and Boeing The NLRB found management at Strategic Resources Inc. On transportation, Washington faces challenges committeed to building the 737MAX here. in every part of the state — not the least of which are had committed four violations of federal labor law during From the perspective of union leadership, things negotiations with their employees who belong to the IAM: the choke points created by Puget Sound and Lake are going fairly well, said Palmer. Washington that make getting through Seattle such • Directing employees not to go to the union with “We laid the ground work and have worked any concerns or grievances; a hard slog. “The geography is what it is,” Gregoire together, and really hammered out a decent contract said. • Refusing to meet and bargain at reasonable times for our members,” Palmer told the governor. “Now and places; The Machinists suggested mass transit options we can resolve issues at a higher level.” and more van pools. “There’s a 200-person waiting • Refusing to provide timely and accurate information to Things are better on the shop floor too, said union negotiators; and list for Boeing van pool slots from Renton to Everett,” Patrick Bertucci, a long-time Renton steward who is • Making unilateral changes to long-standing said union steward John Lopez III. now an IAM work transfer rep. Many of those ideas would have to be imple- working practices, and reducing worker pay and Top Boeing managers seem to be “behind it 100 benefits, after the IAM was certified as the mented by city or county governments, not the state, percent,” and that attitude is filtering down to their Gregoire said. She told the Machinists she had workers’ representative. subordinates, he said. The union represents more than 40 bus drivers and dispatchers proposed a gas tax increase to pay for more transpor- “It’s refreshing. Instead of head-butting all the tation improvements, but the Legislature rejected it. who are employed by SRI at JBLM. They are members of IAM time, we’re communicating,” Bertucci said. “They Woodworkers District 24, based in Portland. Gregoire said she and Pietsch are focused on are committed to building airplanes in Renton and ensuring Boeing’s next major airplane project — the that’s nice to see.” 777-X, an overhaul of current-model 777s — is built Ferraza agreed. “Working together cooperatively 737 FOD? Machinists primarily, if not entirely, here in Washington. is better for everyone,” he said. “The company and That includes the wings, Gregoire said. Boeing the union, we all want the same thing.” Have It Covered is said to favor composite wings for the 777-X, and And what is that? Sorenson had the answer. “I logic would dictate that because of their size and just want us to be No. 1 again.” Continued from page 1 complexity, Boeing would want them to be fabri- “Make it as simple as you can so you’re not creating a big mess.” cated close to the fi- This idea improves on both quality and productivity, said nal assembly site. District 751 President Tom Wroblewski. Those are two of the “They wouldn’t three metrics that are being measured to calculate payouts want to put them on a under the new Aerospace Machinists Performance Plan (AMPP), train or highway,” he noted. AMPP is the incentive plan that came out of the 4-year Pietsch said — and contract extension ratified last December. they’d be too big to “Something simple like using a vinyl cover to prevent FOD fly in the isn’t by itself going to change the world,” said District 751 Dreamlifters, like a President Tom Wroblewski. “But when each team on each shift 787 wing. on every Boeing aircraft program comes up with its own simple She’s going to solution to their own unique problems, the way the Breakfast London for the Club did, then we’ll start to see some significant improve- Farnborough Air ments.” Show in July to meet Machinists are the only people who can identify and solve with executives from these kinds of problems, Wroblewski added. Boeing and “Boeing can bring in all the high-paid Ivy League business Mitsubishi Heavy In- Governor Gregoire met with Machinists Union members recently at the Renton consultants in the world, but they’re not going to know about dustries — which fab- Union Hall to discuss the future of aerospace for this state. The Governor things like the foam rubber on the wing dollies,” he said. “When ricates 787 wings — wanted to hear our members’ perspective on the future and what the state we identify – and solve – these problems, we make Boeing’s to discuss what it will needs to do to grow this essential industry. L to R: Jason Chan, Rod Sorenson, Puget Sound operations more successful, and now, thanks to take to get the new Louis Satterlee, Joe Ferazza, Pat Bertucci and Gov. Gregoire. AMPP, we’ve got a chance to share directly in that success.” July 2012 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 5 IAM Scholarships Awarded to Voyk and Cook In June, District 751 had the opportu- and that is my best weapon.” nity to celebrate the achievements of She has the same passion and excite- some of the community’s finest students, ment when she talks about her summer as the Union presented the 2012 IAM job at Camp Patterson – an integrated Scholarship to two children of IAM 751 day camp for children with disabilities members – Erin Voyk and Monica Cook. ran by the city of Everett. Since the These impressive young women com- summer going into high school, she has peted against not only children of IAM served as a volunteer at the camp. Last members across the nation and Canada, summer, the camp hired her at age 17 but against IAM members themselves. because she was such an impressive vol- From among hundreds of entries, only unteer (549 hours) and they were thrilled Local A Recording Secretary Pat Bertucci (far left) and Local A President 17 winners are chosen. This important to have her working there again this Fergie Ferguson (far right), presented the IAM Scholarship to Erin Voyk scholarship program honors those stu- summer. (second from left), joining her on the stage were her sister Mallory, mom dents who have exceptional academic Reggie and dad (Union Steward Phillip Voyk). “It is a great place. You leave ex- ability and the heart to make a difference hausted, but it is so rewarding working in our community. IAM Scholarship win- Erin plans to attend the University of and attends meetings throughout the year with the kids – even though many are ners are selected by a committee of four Rochester next year to study biochemis- to learn about the state legislative system older than I am,” said Monica. educators who consider those who have try or biology – with her sights on be- and how to write bills. Monica also earned a scholarship from excelled in scho- coming a doctor, phar- She has held statewide, district-elected the League of Women Voters for lastic achieve- macologist, medical re- positions every year since Snohomish County. ments, test scores, searcher or endocri- ninth grade; served as com- This fall Monica plans opinion of counse- nologist. mittee vice chair two years to attend the University lors and outside ac- Erin has caught the and this year was chair of of Washington and strive tivities. attention of more than the Committee on Public for a double major in psy- Both Erin and just the IAM Scholar- Health & Well Being. In chology and math. She Monica evoke the ship committee. Erin 11th grade, she was vice wants to eventually pur- true union spirit of also received the president of the Mill Creek sue a Phd in experimental giving and com- Dean’s Scholarship, delegation. psychology and go into munity involve- Erin Voyk was honored with the which provides In May each year, youth the social cognitive psy- ment and are natu- IAM Scholarship for 2012. $14,000 a year toward legislators from across the chology/research field. ral leaders. her higher education, as state gather in Olympia for Monica Cook was one The Machinists Union of 17 selected well as the PSAT merit award. 5 days to debate their legis- is proud to be a part of their Erin Voyk nationwide for the IAM continuing academic ca- Erin is an ambitious young woman It is evident that she has a bright lative bills and vote on them. Scholarship. who knows where she wants to be in the future and will certainly succeed at what- The students meet in the reers. Congratulations, Erin future. This motivation and drive will ever she puts her mind to. Capitol in both the House and Senate and Monica, on your extraordinary aca- suit her well as she moves to New York Monica Cook chambers, complete with a youth gover- demic achievement. next fall to attend the University of Roch- Monica Cook has an excitement for nor, secretary of state, legislators, press ester. learning and boundless enthusiasm that core and even Erin has proven herself a natural leader is contagious. She is hard working and lobbyists. and a worthy recipient of this prestigious focused in every aspect of her life. “I love debat- scholarship that is awarded to so few. Her high school courses reflect her ing the issues. She has excelled in Advanced Place- determination, as she already completed Youth and Gov- ment Chemistry, Advanced Placement many college courses, including Ad- ernment allows Calculus, Honors Physics and English vanced Placement Calculus, Advanced for the debate Literature – giving her a jump on many Placement Statistics, UW English 131, without the tough college courses. UW Comp Lit 240, and French 2 and 3. hassle of poli- Throughout her four years at Bishop Beyond her outstanding academics, tics,” said Blanchet High School, Erin studied Japa- she has been a student of Taekwondo Monica. “It is nese – a tough language to master. But since the middle of eighth grade and parliamentary her interest in Japan didn’t end there. earned her first degree black belt in De- debate in the leg- She served as co-president of the Japa- cember 2010. islature so it is nese Club, which included attending fes- Monica is passionate about YMCA different than tivals and learning more about the Japa- Youth and Government, which she has traditional de- nese culture. She has also been an active been active in since eighth grade. She bate since we get 751-member Tom Cook (l) stands proudly with daughter member of jazz band. has been active in the Youth Legislature to ask questions Monica after Business Rep Jason Redrup presented her with the IAM Scholarship at her high school. Dental Benefits Clarified at Boeing: Open Enrollment Extended Until July 13

Continued from page 1 Network Dental Plan Schedule of Benefits effective 7/1/12 replaces previous Incentive Dental Plan We want to ensure that you have the time you need to review the proper infor- What You Pay Network Provider Non-Network Provider mation and make an informed enroll- Annual Deductible NOTE: With new benefit $50 per individual; $150 per family $75 per individual; $225 per family ment choice. Therefore, we are extend- year effective July 1, 2012, you must fulfill a of 3 or more, but not more than of 3 or more, but not more than $75 ing the special enrollment period for new deductible from July to December 2012. $50 for any individual; applies to all for any individual; applies to all dental coverage to July 13. 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You will need to pro- certain endodontics, and pedodontics) fluoride treatment, or fissure sealants) vide your BEMSID and Total Access Class II (restorations using crowns, inlays, or 80% of recognized fee 50% of recognized fee password. onlays) Below are clarifications of earlier in- Class III (prosthodontics) 60% of recognized fee 50% of recognized fee formation you received in May about the new Network Dental Plan. Class IV (orthodontia) 50% of covered charges up to lifetime maximum of $2,000. • Crowns will be covered as a Class II Annual Maximum Benefit for Classes I, II & III) $2,000 per individual (network and non-net- $2,000 per individual (network and service (80% network, 50% non-net- work combined) non-network combined) work; deductible applies). • Minor restorations (services using filling materials, oral surgery, periodon- subject to the annual deductible. This and your covered dependents automati- drop dependents from your coverage. tics and endodontics) will be covered as covers examinations, x-rays, cleanings, cally will be enrolled in the Network Call Boeing TotalAccess at 866-473- a Class I service (100% network, 80% fluoride treatment and fissure sealants. Dental Plan, unless you choose a differ- 2016, Enter your BEMSID and follow non-network; deductible applies). As a reminder, the Incentive Dental ent plan during this enrollment period. the prompts (be sure to have your • Class I diagnostic and preventive Plan no longer will be available after You need to take action only if you’d TotalAccess password available). care will be covered at 100% and is not July 1. If you’re enrolled in this plan, you like to change your dental plan or add/ Page 6 751 AERO MECHANIC July 2012 Puppy Putt a Roaring Success More than 75 motorcycles roared across Puget and donated the $169 back to Guide Dogs. Carol Munsey Sound to gather at the Seattle Union Hall on won the custom quilt that was raffled. Saturday, June 16. The annual Puppy Putt event Following the presentation of the trophies, Meech raised more than $11,000 for Guide Dogs of drew the winning ticket for the Harley Davidson America (preliminary estimates) and provided Sportster. Union Steward Tom Murphy from Everett more than just an exciting ride and poker run. was the lucky winner, after purchasing just two tickets To emphasize Guide Dogs of America, 751 from Steward Mitchell Christian. member Dennis Meech, who lost his sight in a Special thanks to the hard work of the committee (Terri motorcycle accident three years ago was there Myette, Jim Kakuschke, Brent Sanchez, Rachel Sarzynski, The slow ride race with retired member Dan Meddaugh (far right). with his trusty guide dog Lefty – telling others Art Schilling) who worked all year how this charity changed his life. selling raffle tickets and planning to At the Seattle Hall, participants voted for ensure the event was a success. their favorite bikes and watched a series of games that included motorcycle bowling and Right: Tom & Brenda Murphy pick jousting, and a slow ride race. up their Harley from 751 member Mark Severson and his band, Emerald City Harley. Sir Real, provided live music while Stewards L to : Jim Kakuschke, Teresa Winslow and Dennis Railing prepared Susan Palmer, delicious Mexican food and donated their pro- Mitchell Christian, ceeds of more than $413 to Guide Dogs. Terry Tom & Brenda, Tom “Caveman” Henderson won the 50/50 drawing Wroblewski, Brian Myers (sales manager), Terri Myette and Rachel Sarzynski. Photo left: Virgil Wilbur won the Best Metric with his Yamaha Star Classic.

2012 Puppy Putt Winners Slow Race...... Dan Moe Plunger Jousting .... John & Melissa Anderson Best of Show ...... Brian Azeka Member Dennis Meech (2nd from right) with his Best Custom ...... Ron Broadway Guide Dog, Lefty, drew the winning Harley ticket Best Metric ...... Virgil Wilbur with Puppy Putt organizers Jim Kakuschke, Best Touring ...... Charles Hart Rachel Sarzynski, Brent Sanchez & Terri Myette. Motorcycle Bowling .... Dan Moe Charles Hart’s 2003 Harley Ultra Ron Broadway won Best Custom Poker Run high score...John Baker Classic Screaming Eagle was voted Bike with his 2000 Harley Softail Best Touring Bike. Night Train.

Sir Real, featuring 751-member Mark Severson, on drums entertained the crowd. Bikes lined up as attendees voted for their favorites in various categories. Rachel Sarzynski presented Brian Azeka with the Best in Show Dan Olson Memorial Trophy for his 2007 Harley Street Wide. Special Thanks to the following sponsors: • H. Bergman Roofing • Business Rep Ray Baumgardner • Stuart Johnston • Teresa Winslow • Carol Munsey • Ablemark An Eye for Detail 253-569-6871

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Jim Kakuscke takes part in the motorcycle bowling. Machinists ‘Dog Days’ at Pacific Steel & Wheels Car Show for Raceways, Aug. 17-19 Guide Dogs – Saturday, Aug. 11 District 751 is union halls in Puget once again team- Sound, in Auburn, The eighth annual Bill Baker Me- ing up with Pacific Everett, Renton and morial Steel & Wheels SuperShow is Raceways in Kent Seattle. coming to Everett again this year. for their annual All proceeds will The annual show for hot rods and “Dog Days” char- go to Guide Dogs of custom motorcycles will be from 10 ity fundraising America, a charity a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, at the event. that provides service Everett Union Hall, 8729 Airport Road. The annual dogs to people across The annual event is sponsored by Pacific Race- North America who Local 751-A and is a fundraiser for ways Guide Dogs Fundraiser will be Aug. 17- are blind or have impaired vision. Guide Dogs of America. 19 at the Pacific Raceways drag strip, which is In addition to the professionals, Machinists th Along with the car show, there will at 31001 144 Ave. SE, in Kent. Union drag racers are expected to take part in the be food and music. Entries are $20 for District 751 is selling discount tickets for weekend’s activities, said Robley Evans, who is those who pre-register, or $25 on the Pacific Raceways’ NHRA Lucas Oil Divisional the committee chairman for the Pacific Race- day of the event. Forms are available at top fuel dragster and funny car races, which ways event. District 751 halls in Auburn, Everett, will take place that weekend. “There are probably 15 Machinists Union Renton and Seattle. more than 60 custom cars and bikes and Tickets are $5 and good for one days’ entry to guys who race,” he said. “Everything from Last year’s SuperShow attracted raised more than $4,922. the races. Tickets are on sale at all District 751 drag racers to motorcycles.” July 2012 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 7 Flight for Sight Run Delivers Green for the Guide Dogs The 11th annual Flight for Sight Fun Run for Sight run, which represents an increase of more brought in more than $12,000 for Guide Dogs of than 70 percent compared to last year. America, organizers say. More than 80 District 751 volunteers came That total could be higher, if Boeing employ- together to put on the event, which also got ees who ran at least 5 kilometers continue with support from Boeing’s Facilities and Global one more step. Corporate Citizenship groups and the Boeing Boeing has pledged to donate $100 to the Everett Recreation Center. cause on behalf of every Boeing worker who Holland thanked them, and also the spon- completed the 5K or 10K portions of the fun run, sors, including District President Tom said Grace Holland, who leads District 751’s Wroblewski, Secretary-Treasurer Susan Palmer, Women’s Committee. the Everett Business Reps, IAM/Boeing Joint “If you take a few minutes at work, to log onto Programs officers from the North and Central Total Access and fill out the form, Boeing will do Sites and retired union officer Jackie Boschok. the rest,” said Holland. “For every 10 Boeing The annual race is sponsored by District employees who do that, it will add $1,000 to our 751’s Women’s Committee. In the first 10 years fundraising total.” of the race, the committee raised more than Nearly 140 runners took part in this year’s Flight $100,000 for Guide Dogs of America. More than 140 runners took part in the event.

Thanks to the following Course sponsors: • Tom Wroblewski • Susan Palmer • 751 Women's Committee • Everett Business Reps: Ray Baumgardner, Ron Bradley, Chuck Craft, Jon Holden, Richard Jackson, Rich McCabe, Jason Redrup • Gloria Millsaps, Gayl Bailey & Spencer Graham Trish Hruby is a top • Stosh Tomala & Grace Holland finisher each year.

Men’s 5K winners. For complete list visit www.flightforsight.com.

Women’s 5K winners. For list of winners visit: www.flightforsight.com Thanks to the following Fun Run sponsors: • Robblee, Detwiler & Black, P.L.L.P. Attorneys at Law • Schwerin, Campbell, Barnard, Iglitzin & Lavitt, LLP, Attorneys at Law • IBEW, Local 46

Top Fundraisers for the fun run: L to R: Ray Meduna ($2,700), Monico Bretana ($963) Women’s 10K winners. and Paul Bartman ($355). Local C All in Texas Hold’em Tournament Photo right: Local C’s first-ever “All in For Guide Dogs” Hold ‘Em tournament one of the was a great deal, participants said. poker tables. The event was held June 2 at the Tulalip Resort Casino near Marysville, and raised more than $9,000 for Guide Dogs of America. Photo left: “It was a great time,” said Local C President Ron Coen. “The casino The casino did a great job for us.” also put A full field of 100 players took part in the tournament, which in the together a end was won by Joey Fischer, a Local C member who works for Boeing slot in Auburn. tournament Coen thanked all the sponsors and participants, as well as managers as an at the casino. added bonus. “We had a lot of fun and raised money for a great cause,” he said. “We’re looking forward to doing it again.” Special thanks to the committee for all their hard work: Paul Burton, Chuck Fromong, Ron Coen, Dave Swan, Chris Louie, Thong Trang, and Rod Sigvartson. FULL HOUSE SPONSORS: PAIR OF ACES SPONSORS: Tim Tsubarhara • Local C Executive Board • Cliff Goetsch (l) is blind and • Mr. & Mrs. Tony Delorenzo • Marina Higgens had a friend • Mr. & Mrs. Tim Louie • Keith Elliott help with his • Tim Tsubahara & Don Vanvick • Marysville Bike Shop cards at the All • Howard Carlson in Texas Hold TABLE SPONSORS: ’em • Harold’s Plumbing • Pure Escape Spa • Gary Carr • Jim Bearden Tournament for • Larry Brown • Mark Blondin • Kevin Cummings • Robert Barret Guide Dogs. • Ron McGaha • Newberry Realty Renton • Napoli Pizzera South Park • Ernie McCarthy, Garth Luark • Tommy Wilson, Heather Barstow • Chris Louie, Thong & Anna Trang • Steve Warren, Ken Howard • Brett Coty, Joe Crockett, Don Morris • Spencer Graham, Joint Programs Above: 751 • Ed Lutgen/Connie Kelliher/Bryan Corliss • Organizing (Jesse Cote, Loren Guzzone) member Joey • Tony Curran, Angie Emil Joint Programs S • Stosh Tomala, Grace Holland Joint Programs N. Fischer took • Everett BRs (Ray Baumgardner, Ron Bradley, Chuck Craft, Jon Holden, Richard Jackson, home the Rich McCabe, Jason Redrup). trophy and • Local 8 (Barb Thome, Daphne Becker, Lori Dorsey, Marie Schattenkerk, Janeé Bromiley, $1,500 cash. Traci Keeney, Shirley Hour, Carol Brown) Pictured with CHAIR SPONSORS: • Jim Roberts • Jay Selman • Monica Bretana the • Bill Young • Pete Gundrum • Harold Skidmore • John Scarborough tournament • Jim Sanders • Pat Bertucci • Darren Hadley • Roy Wilkinson organizers. • Dorothy Davidson • Kip Wilson • Lighthouse Cleaner • Joe Tucker Trophy and • Dave Lydic • Joe Fleury • Lindse Munson • Dena Bartman cash award • Tom Lux • Ben Rogers • Bill Herrmann • Clint Moore • James Rafferty • Robert Massey • Judy Shadle • Bette Lalley Top 10 who made it to the final table pictured along with the committee. From 1st to is inset in photo. • Fergie Wilson • Dwyane Johnson • Jason Schmelzer • Rory Fletcher 10th place: Joey Fischer, Zebb Dilling, Donnie Massey, Larry Brown, Mark Blondin, • Mitchell Christian • James Moore • Gary Kiehl • Don Clark Don Fike, Mark Johnson, Steve Parks, Ed Lutgen, Janeé Bromiley. • Glen Howard • Don Bykonen • Theresa Lacross • Michael Cramer • Dan Johnson • Robert Blake • Donovan McLeod Page 8 751 AERO MECHANIC July 2012 Nomination and Election Schedule for Union Offices Nominations and elections for District any other office in the gift of any L.L. or Request for Absentee Ballot Council Delegates & Alternates, District D.L. A Business Rep may serve as a del- In accordance with the Constitution of the IAM & AW, I hereby request an absentee ballot for the Audit, Union Business Representatives, and egate to any affiliated body and to conven- election date of ______. I qualify under the IAM Constitution for an absentee ballot for certain Local Lodge Officers shall be made tions. the following reasons (must qualify under one of the below – check appropriate box): as described in table below (nomina- QUALIFICATIONS FOR DIS- ___ I reside more than 25 miles from the designated balloting place. tions in each first Local Lodge TRICT AUDIT, DISTRICT ___ I am confined with a verified illness. meeting in September, 2012 and COUNCIL DELEGATES & ___ I will be on vacation. elections in each first Local ALTERNATES: Candidates ___ I will be on IAM business approved by the Local, District or Grand Lodge. Lodge meeting in October, 2012), must be a member of the respec- ___ I am on approved employer travel assignment outside the area. ___ I will be on Reserve Military Leave per the IAM Constitution. tive Local at the time of nomina- ___ I will be on approved Family Medical Leave of absence GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS: tion. According to the District bylaws, Candidates for all Union positions must candidates must have three years continu- NAME: (printed)______Local Lodge:______be in good standing and free from delin- ous membership and have worked in a NAME: (signature)______Union Book #:______quencies of any nature to the Grand Lodge, shop under contract with District 751 for Address:______District or Local Lodge of the IAM. one year next preceding nomination or Social Security Number or BEMSID:______In Local Lodges 751-E, 86, 1951, and have held a full-time, elected office for 1123, a nominee shall be required to have District 751 or be on leave of absence from All absentee ballot requests must be received no later than 30 days prior to the election. Requests must be made singly attended at least 50% of the Local Lodge a shop under contract with District 751 to or personally delivered by the member requesting the absentee ballot. Send this form to the appropriate address. (Locals A, C, E & F, send requests to IAM Absentee Ballot, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108. Locals 86, 1123 and meetings during the 12-month period end- fill an appointed position. Members on 1951 send rquests to IAM Absentee Ballot, 4226 E. Mission, Spokane, WA 99202. ing the date of the close of nominations strike, victimized or temporarily unem- (per requirements of the Local bylaws). ployed are exempted from the provisions ing. Members not present at nominating be mailed singly or personally delivered by In Local Lodges 751-A, 751-C, and “worked in a shop under contract with meeting may have their names placed in the member requesting the absentee ballot 751-F, candidates are encouraged to have 751” provision. And meets the require- nomination only if a member nominates no later than 30 days before the election. attended at least 50% of the Local Lodge ments of the IAM Constitution. them from the floor and the member nomi- For Locals A, C, E & F: Direct absen- meetings during the 12-month period end- QUALIFICATIONS FOR LOCAL nating them submits a letter from the can- tee ballot requests to: District Secretary- ing the date of the close of nominations. LODGE OFFICERS: Candidates must didate, signifying the candidate’s accep- Treasurer, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, WA QUALIFICATIONS FOR BUSI- be a member of the respective Local at the tance of the nomination to the office, to the 98108 or personally deliver to one of the NESS REPRESENTATIVES: A mem- time of nomination and have been a mem- Recording Secretary at the nominating following offices: Auburn - 201 A Street ber must have been in continuous good ber of the Local for one year at the time of meeting. The letter must set forth the SW; Everett - 8729 Airport Road; Renton standing for at least three years and must be nomination (or of a Local affiliated with candidate’s name and card number with - 233 Burnett N; Seattle - 9125 15th Pl. S. working at the trade one year immediately District 751 for Locals 751-E & 751-F). candidate’s personal handwritten signa- Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. NOTE: prior to their nomination. The qualifica- Candidates shall be working at the trade as ture. (NOTE: since it must be signed, e- Auburn, Everett & Renton halls are closed tion “working at the trade” shall not apply defined in the IAM Constitution in Sec. 4, mail notification is not accepted). for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. to members who are salaried full-time Art. II for six months prior to the nomina- ELIGIBILITY TO VOTE: For Local 86, 1123 and 1951: Mail or employees of the Union, a council, confer- tion. In addition, all L.L. officers and edi- All members in good standing, whose personally deliver absentee ballot requests ence, or the AFL-CIO or CLC, nor shall it tors of L.L. publications must qualify un- dues are paid through August 2012, and to: IAM & AW Ballot Request, 4226 E. apply to members who experience a layoff der Sec. 5, Art. I (IAM Constitution). retired Union members, are eligible to vote Mission, Spokane, WA 99202. Office during the one-year period immediately NOMINEES ACCEPTANCE: in their respective Local Lodge election. hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and closed prior to their nomination, or to members All nominations must be made from the ABSENTEE BALLOTS: for lunch from 1 to 2 p.m. who have been unable to obtain employ- floor by a member in good standing. All Absentee ballots are issued in accor- Members can pick up a copy of Local ment at the trade because of a strike, lock- nominees, who are nominated at the meet- dance with the IAM Constitution (can use Lodge bylaws or the IAM Constitution at any out, discrimination, or temporary physical ing, must sign an acceptance card or letter form above). Any member entitled to re- Union offics. If you have questions regarding disability. All Business Representatives for the position nominated for, and it must ceive an absentee ballot (per the reasons the election, call Secretary-Treasurer Susan must qualify under Sec. 5, Art. I in the IAM be returned to the Recording Secretary of listed on form) shall make a written re- Palmer on 1-800-763-1301, ext. 3310. Constitution. No Business Rep may hold their Local before the close of that meet- quest, stating the reason. Such request must

NOMIN. ELECTION LOCAL DATE NOM LOCATION POSITIONS TO BE ELECTED DATE VOTING LOCATION 751-A Sept. 6 Stewards Meeting Hall 9 District Council Delegates; 3 District Council Oct. 4 Auburn: 201 A St. SW Seattle: 9135 15th Pl. S. 6 p.m. 9135 15th Pl S, Seattle Alternates,1 District Audit, 15 Business 5 a.m. to Everett: 8729 Airport Rd. Renton: 233 Burnett N. Representatives - 1 from East. WA. 8 p.m. Frederickson: Tacoma Sportsman’s Club, 16409 Canyon Rd. E. 751-C Sept. 13 Stewards Meeting Hall 9 District Council Delegates; 3 District Council Oct. 11 Auburn: 201 A St. SW Seattle: 9135 15th Pl. S. 6 p.m. 9135 15th Pl S, Seattle Alternates,1 District Audit, 15 Business 5 a.m. to Everett: 8729 Airport Rd. Renton: 233 Burnett N. Representatives - 1 from East. WA. 8 p.m. Frederickson: Tacoma Sportsman’s Club, 16409 Canyon Rd. E. 751-E Sept. 5 Stewards Meeting Hall 3 District Council Delegates; 1 District Council Oct. 3 - 6 a.m. Seattle: 9135 15th Pl. S. 5:30 p.m. 9135 15th Pl S, Seattle Alternate;1 District Audit, 15 Business to 7 p.m. or Representatives - 1 from East. WA. Local Lodge 1/2 hour Officers 3 year term: President, Vice President after close of Rec. Secretary, Sec-Treas., Conductor-Sentinel meeting (which- 3 Trustees, 3 Audit Committee ever is latest) 751-F Sept. 12 Stewards Meeting Hall 9 District Council Delegates; 3 District Council Oct. 10 Auburn: 201 A St. SW Seattle: 9135 15th Pl. S. 6 p.m. 9135 15th Pl S, Seattle Alternates;1 District Audit, 15 Business 5 a.m. to Everett: 8729 Airport Rd. Renton: 233 Burnett Ave. N Representatives - 1 from East. WA. Local Lodge 8 p.m. Frederickson: Tacoma Sportsman’s Club, Officers 3 year term: President, Vice President, 16409 Canyon Rd. E. Rec. Secretary,Sec-Treas., Conductor-Sentinel, 3 Trustees, 3 Audit Committee. 86 Sept. 13 4226 E. Mission 2 District Council Delegates; 1 District Council Oct. 11 4226 E. Mission 6 p.m. Spokane, WA Alternate; 15 Business Representatives Noon to Spokane, WA - 1 from East. WA 3 officer year term: 7 p.m. President, Vice Pres, Rec. Secretary, Sec-Treas., Conductor-Sentinel, 3 Trustees, 3 Audit Comm. 1123 Sept. 6 Aluminum Trades Coun. 1 District Council Delegate; 1 District Council Oct. 4 Aluminum Trades Council 7 p.m. 180 Rock Island Rd. Alternate; 15 Business Representatives 7 p.m. until 180 Rock Island Rd. East Wenatchee, WA - 1 from East. WA 3 year officer term: close of East Wenatchee, WA President,Vice Pres, Rec. Secretary-, Sec-Treas., of meeting Conductor-Sentinel, 3 Trustees, 3 Audit Comm, Wenatchee Alum. Trades Council Rep 1951 Sept. 4 HAMTC, 2 District Council Delegates; 1 District Council Oct. 2 Hanford Atomic Metal Trades Council 7:30 p.m. 1305 Knight St. Alternate; 15 Business Representatives 8 a.m. to 1305 Knight, Richland, WA Richland, WA - 1 from East. WA. 8 p.m. President’s Column: When Machinists Make Boeing Better, We All Win Continued from page 2 of the hard work of many – and the generos- be a tremendous accomplishment. It would District-wide golf tournament this month, an idea.” ity of many more– we’ve got a chance to set mean that over four years, we’d have given the Local A car show next month or prize Speaking of ways that the best can get a record this year for total dollars raised by back independence to 24 people who have drawings planned by Locals C and F for better, let’s talk about Guide Dogs of District 751. And if we do that, we’ll have lost their sight — two dozen people who later this year. America for a moment. raised more than $1 million over the past can lead more-productive lives, and two We may be the top fundraisers and the We had three very successful Guide four years for this very worthwhile cause. dozen families whose quality of life is best aerospace workers but like with Dogs fundraising events in June. This fol- As most of you know, District 751 is the improved. anything there is always room for im- lowed up on our equally successful stew- top fundraiser for Guide Dogs across all of I’d encourage you to take part in up- provement. ards’ fundraising drive in May. As a result North America. Raising $1 million would coming Guide Dogs fundraisers, like the Have a safe, enjoyable summer. July 2012 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 9

RETIREMENT NEWS Informative Workshop on Social Security and Medicare Hundreds of retirees filled the Seattle was a crazy idea since it Union hall on Monday, June 11th for a would allow insurance workshop on Social Security, Medicare companies to pick and and Health Care. choose who they insure - Since the topics involve more than just leaving those with health seniors, a number of active Machinists issues without insurance were also invited to learn more about the and forcing them to pay issues and why it is important to them. much more than the Retired Club President T.J. Seibert voucher would provide. opened the conference and turned it over He noted that seniors to District President Tom Wroblewski (and all voters) have real and Secretary-Treasurer Susan Palmer power they should use in Retirees and active members packed the Seattle Hall for a workshop on Social Security and Medicare. who welcomed the attendees. General this year’s election. Don’t be swayed by and reinstate benefits for parts of the ACA that helped Vice President Mark Blondin addressed expensive TV ads. Talk to friends and college students. Medicare recipients - specifi- the crowd, as well as IAM Chief of Staff family, set them straight on Social Secu- Robby Stern, retired cally, ACA eliminated Diane Babineaux and Western Territory rity and Medicare and who wants these from Washington State La- charges for preventive care, Rep Steven Cooper. programs to be here decades bor Council and active in closed the donut hole over a The crowd watched the into the future. These are the Puget Sound Advocate period of years, changes re- “Scrap the Cap” video fea- not just issues for retirees, for Retirement Action pro- imbursement procedure to turing our own retired but every American. Get vided additional informa- pay for highter quality out- member Ron McGaha. It involved, write letters to the tion and talking points that comes. emphasizes why citizens of editor, speak out to others, seniors and Americans of There are other choices every age should demand and spread the truth. all ages should be touting. IAM Chief of Staff that would significantly Congress “Scrap the Cap” Marilyn Watkins from He encouraged everyone to Diane Babineaux. strengthen Medicare, sup- to ensure Social Security the Economic Opportunity not only contact their elected ported by Democrats like: remains solvent decades Institute made a presenta- officials, but write letters to the editor, • Authorize Medicare to negotiate pre- into the future. Currently, tion emphasizing that So- go on blogs and media sites, and call into scription drug prices with pharmaceutical Americans only pay Social cial Security is really in a talk shows. We all need to educate others Dist. Sec-Treasurer companies. This could save $200 billion Security tax on their first fight for future generations. on the importance of preserving Medi- Susan Palmer. over ten years. $110,100 in earnings – She noted one in four care and Social Security. • Stop paying private Medicare plans meaning millionaires and other high- families receive Social Security – with Medicare trustees announced in April more than traditional Medicare. 10 percent wage earners pay far less of a percentage 64 percent going to retirees, 15 percent 2012, that Medicare is now solvent through more on average is paid to private plans. than most working Americans. Learn to disabled workers, 12 percent to survi- 2024. This is an improved outlook as a • Include a prescription drug plan in more at www.scrapthecap.com. vors and 9 percent to spouses and chil- result of the passage of the Affordable traditional Medicare Retired Club Officers T.J. Seibert and dren of retirees. Care Act (ACA). However, as with Social • Lower the age of eligibility for Medi- Ruth Render presented Congressman Jim Most seniors need Social Security to Security, this report will be used as a care to age 55 or 50 thus bringing younger McDermott with the “True Friend survive. She talked about false reports justification by the enemies of Medicare to healthier people into the program Award” for his steadfast supporter of that Social Security is going broke. With say that Medicare needs to be fixed. • Let ACA do its job. seniors. no changes, payroll taxes will still cover The present threat to Medicare is very Most im- McDermott noted that the Republican higher benefits than today’s retirees get. serious. The “fix” proposed by Rep. Paul portant, we budget plan (passed by the House) pro- She stressed that the easy solution to Ryan and the House Republican major- need everyone poses to provide vouchers for seniors to go make Social Security better is to scrap the ity will end Medicare as we know it. Mitt to get out and out and purchase insurance. He noted it cap, which would provide extra money Romney has stated: “The House Budget vote and ask now and solve projected fu- and my own plan share the same path their friends ture gaps. As noted earlier, forward.” and families to once a worker earns In addition, the House plan: vote. Elections $110,100 in a year, they no • Voucherizes Medicare. Medicare re- have conse- longer pay Social Security cipients would receive a voucher for a quences, and tax. Yet most workers in certain amount of money and then would we need to en- America contribute 6.2 per- either purchase health care on the private sure these pro- cent of their salary while market or from traditional Medicare. Pri- grams are here millionaires like Starbuck vate insurers would be able to cherry pick for decades to Attendees provided CEO Howard Schultz pay the healthiest individuals and leave the come. input throughout only .16% Social Security sick and most fragile to purchase through the workshop. tax of his $4.4 million cash traditional Medicare, which salary. would greatly drive up the Union Retirees: In addition to that idea, cost and result in the vouch- Congratulations to the following members who Social Security could be ers not being enough to pur- retired from the Union: better if we raise benefits chase coverage. Robert G. Allen Roger J. Jundt Retired Club Officer T.J. Seibert and Ruth Render for low earners, provide • Raises the age of eligi- Paul D. Ament David W. Kassens presented Congressman Jim McDermott with the family care credits, recog- bility for Medicare to 67. Barbara L. Arrasmith Wendell H. Lamb “True Friend” Award for his steadfast support. nize more diverse families, • Repeals significant Kirk F. Baker Robert L. Little Esther S. Barber Wendy J. Lukas William A Baughn, Jr. Constantin G. Macris Joseph V. Brando Gabriel L. Martinez Stephen B. Brooks Michael K. McKee Ethel M. Brown Mark A. Merritt Richard Bulla Robin A. Millus Hyun J. Chong Robert A. Moroso Terry K. Clark David W. Nelson Michael J. Dedominces Doyle D Sage, Jr James E. Delaney Larry J. Schiller Michael G. Dietz Philip D. Sharp Young Machinists and active Machinists leaders also attended the workshop to obtain talking points Stephen L. Domes Bobbie J. Skar to ensure Social Security and Medicare remain strong decades into the future. The younger members Larry D. Duncan Jeff M. Starkey were able to learn from the retirees. Michael J. Fredette Shannon A. Stenman Lowell D. Gardner RETIRED CLUB OFFICERS Retiree Picnic August 13th Richard D. Stewart President T.J. Seibert 206-329-0160 David W. George William F. Taylor Vice President Helen Lowe 206-523-9526 • Save the date – Annual Retired Bryan R. Graves Deborah L. Temple Secretary Ruth Render 206-324-4055 Mary E. Griffith Ernest L. Weightman Club Picnic, Monday, August AUGUST Treasurer Betty Ness 206-762-0725 13th at Woodland Park, Stove 6. Joseph W. Hathaway John W. Welter, Sr. Srgnt-at-Arms Leroy Miller 253-736-2756 John R. Hein All retirees and their guests are 13 Lewis E. Wilkins Trustees: Louise Burns 206-242-5878 invited. Bring a salad, side dish or Terry M. Hogue Gloria G. Williamson, John Guevarra 206-762-3848 dessert to share. Chicken and soda Benjamin C. Holland Glendale Williamson, Jr. Mike Keller 206-723-4973 Randy L. Hurlbert Robert E. Wittner Union Office: (1-800-763-1301) or 206-763-1300 will be provided. Begins at 11 am, lunch at noon. Arlen B. Johnson Page 10 751 AERO MECHANIC July 2012 FOR FREE MEMBERS WANT ADS ONLY AUTO PARTS & 10 HP CHIPPER/SHREDDER, Troy-Bilt. PICTURE FRAME, oak, 38”H x 14.5”W. 425-776-3862 $10. Picture frame & painting by Russell ACCESSORIES AD RULES Arts. Orange painted flowers. 33”L x 11”W. Each single ad must be 25 words or NIKKEN MATTRESS, Kenkopad deluxe, $15. 253-852-6809 STAINLESS STEEL TOW BAR, Stowmaster less. Use a separate piece of paper or thick all new material, consisting of poly- 5,000 lb, mint condition. Use for towing RV, ad blank for each ad, as they are pre- urethane foam 100%, queen 60x80, 6” thick. FOUND, piece of paper from January 8, trailer, or car. $150.00. 206-323-6829 classified physically. Ads are free only $150. 253-852-6809 1941 with name Wayne Bryant, Recording to members - active, laid-off, or retired. Secretary. Voting list of candidates to vote in HARD TONNEAU COVER, UnderCover For best response, include phone 1979 SPORTSCOACH MOTORHOME a mechanics toolbox. President of Local, number instead. Members' "cottage brand for Ford pick-up long bed, $200. Lou- window screens, $15 both, good condition. Barney Bader, Bill Muirhead, Bomber th th industries" will be OK in ads, but no vered 5 -wheel tailgate, $75. Adco 5 -wheel 253-852-6809 Sherman. Someone must want this paper. cover, 23-28 ft., $90. All excellent condition. commercial ads. When using own paper for ads, include information Also an Ann Ripper and more names. 360- 253-839-6815 required on regular ad blank. PLATE GLASS SHELVING, 4, 17 x 23.5, 775-5167 Deadline For Next Issue $5 ea. Vintage Kerr jelly glass jars with WORN OVERDRIVE for early 1950’s – 1971 original gold tin lid. Jar free of cracks or WINDOW SCREENS, 14.5”W, opens up to T-90 gear box. Worn electric winch and mount- July 16th mass. $8 ea. 253-852-6809 3’8”L. Close up to 26”. Good cond. $5 each. ing bracket for pre-1971 Jeeps. 360-751-4192 Kitchen light, 25”L x 10”W, oak frame and KONA, HAWAII OCEANFRONT condo, OLD FARMHOUSE FRUIT DIAMONDS two fluorescent bulbs. $10. 253-852-6809 BOATS enjoy spectacular views from lanai, 2BD/ JARS, quart storage vase. 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Lynn’s Place, Works great. $35. Food/berry press, new, 13 FT BOSTON WHALER SPORT, 35 HP quart snap on jars. 253-852-6809 425-439-9007 cone shaped, plus stand. $25. 253-852-6809 Johnson on EZ loader trailer. Also extras. HOUSE PLANTS, African violets, dumb $3,200. 253-939-3436 3 BD/2 BA MOBILE HOME ON LAND, for cane African milk tree. $5 to $25. Nice PROPERTY COTTAGE lease or owner contract. Private, close to house grown plants – purple heart also. 253- schools and shopping. Fruit trees, 12’x16’ 2- 852-6809 COULD BE A “DIAMOND IN THE INDUSTRIES story shed, lots of storage. Lease $1,200/mo. ROUGH” or multi-zoning. 1,450 sq ft, 15 Contact Alana at 253-604-4396 10 LITTLE WOOD BOXES, 9” x 12” x 3”, min. to Renton, Seattle, or Auburn. Reduced HUD HOMES AVAILABLE. Save thou- great little drawers, etc. $2.00 ea. Collector to $130,000. 206-498-2637 sands on these homes. Call me to place an DOUBLE-WIDE ON LAND. Go home to shoe box, cardboard, holds 9 pairs of shoes, 1 BDRM BEACHFRONT CABIN on Hood electronic bid. Call or email for details. Li- double-wide on its own land, one mile from real neat, has different sayings on it, $20. Canal features shorebirds, shellfish, and censed Broker – Admiral Realty downtown Graham. Lease or buy. 253-604- 253-852-6809 scenis peace and quiet. Find us on Facebook, [email protected]. 425-359-0165 4396 CUB INTERNATIONAL TRACTOR search Sisters Point Cabin. 360-275-6816 WORK IT OUT FITNESS III, a new work- manual of general contents, fuel system, MISCELLANEOUS BEAUTIFUL LAKE CHELAN LOT in out facility in the heart of Renton. We offer steering, etc., 9 sections electrical, $20 OBO. BOEHM BONE PORCELAIN ANTIQUE lakefront community in Chelan city limits. 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COLLECTIBLE CHANDELIER, all brass with painted flowers, 6 electric bulbs, plus [email protected]. 425-359-0165 LOTS OF OLD BOOKS FROM 1800’S. big bottom one. $100. 253-852-6809 LOSE UP TO 2-5 LBS A WEEK quickly, Make an appointment to see. Various prices. THREE CEMETERY LOTS in Rose Hills. safely and effectively. Free health coach; 425-226-2385 $2,100. Call between 4:30 am and 8 pm at proven health program. Maintain that weight HAPPY BIRTHDAY WINDMILL, 21.5” high candles to keep windmill turning, 18 #’s 951-925-4361 loss for life! Call Tracie at 425-308-6641 OLD STEAMER TRUNK, fair condition. for all birthdays over 100. $50. 253-852-6809 $50 OBO, CASH ONLY. 425-226-2385 CEMETERY PLOT, Rock of Ages Garden HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS, WOOD BASKETS, several big and small, at Washington Memorial Park, SeaTac WA www.triplecpleasurehorses.com. Boarding ANTIQUE MILK BOTTLES, 1/2 gal glass $5 to $35. Good cond. Ball of twine, $2. 98166. Retail $3,700, asking price $1,500. and training available. See website for more milk bottle from Goldsmith Dairy $50; 2-1 Slantboard to lay on. $35. Good cond. 253- 206-246-6490 info. Packages available – Boeing employee qt. milk bottles from Meadow Gold $15 ea; 3 852-6809 discount. 253-569-4804 pint milk bottles, $10 ea or 3 for $25, CASH 12 ACRES, trees, wildlife, well, power, sep- ONLY. 425-226-2385 tic, phone. 30 min north of Spokane. Many DIANA’S CLEANING SERVICE, 17 years JARS – quart, half-gallon, old collectibles; Atlas, Ball, Kerr, Drey – regular mouth. Can lakes within 10 miles, recreation paradise, in business. Licensed, bonded, insured. BBB ANTIQUE WOOD PENDALUM CLOCK, be used for solar lights for around hot tub, nice. $75,000. 425-530-9810 and Chamber Member, Angie’s List Super works great. Works on batteries. $175 OBO, etc. $20 each; quarts $10 to $15. Blue ones Service Award recipient 2011. Got Dirt? We CASH ONLY. 425-226-2385 also. 253-852-6809 1,500 SQ FT PRIVATE 3BD RAMBLER on Can Help! 253-631-6032 French Creek, Stillaguamish River in 95 acre (2) WHEELCHAIRS $40, $100. (2) walkers, VENETIAN WINDOW BLIND (light col- forest community between Arlington and COLLEGE TRAINED MATH, CHEMISTY, $20 ea. (1) Rollater, $50. (2) air pumps, $10 ored), 5’10”W. Good condition, hardware Darrington. 1 3/4 BA, fireplace, deck, patio, ENGLISH (including ESL) AND BIOLOGY ea. (2) chair cushions, $10, $5. 253-847-5107 also. $25. 253-852-6809 carport, garage. $175,000. Will consider con- TUTOR is members’ son. Can do middle school Spanaway area tract with 1/2 down. 425-512-4614 or up to college, including HSPE, ACT, and SAT. VENETIAN WINDOW BLIND (light col- [email protected] [email protected] or 360-805-9868 TROY-BILT GENERATOR, 5,550 HP, sold at ored), 3’6” plus hardware, good condition. Lowes. Used under 5 hrs. $200. 253-839-6815 $15. Vinyl window shade – pull down, white. REC VEHICLES ELECTRONICS & $5. 253-852-6809 NIKKEN KENKOPAD, the thinner style that 2006 VICTORY KINGPIN. Clean and al- NTERTAINMENT goes over your mattress. $300, new in origi- E PLASTIC COCA COLA BOTTLE, 23”H. ways garaged; only 1,514 miles. Asking nal box, queen size 60x80. 253-852-6809 $10,500 OBO. 253-318-9988 SEARS SILVERTONE ORGAN, Model $10. 253-852-6809 #4751. Approx. age 1964. Works great, have original manual and music catalog. $150 CASH ONLY. 425-226-2385 Circle One: ANIMALS ELECTRONICS & ENTERTAINMENT PROPERTY BOATS FURNITURE & APPLIANCES RECREATIONAL MEMBERSHIP FURNITURE AND TOOLS RECREATIONAL VEHICLES SPORTING GOODS HOUSING MISCELLANEOUS VEHICLES APPLIANCES AUTO PARTS & ACCESSORIES COTTAGE INDUSTRIES ANTIQUE WINGBACK CHAIR, needs re- upholstered. $100 OBO, CASH ONLY. 425- Ad (25 word limit. Please 226-2385 print).______

SOFA, red, 80” long, 6 months old, $350. Re- ______cliner/rocker, faux leather, $300. 253-333-0609 ______(4) UPHOLSTERED DINING ROOM CHAIRS, Target-brand, new-still in box. $90. ______253-839-6815 Phone (or Address) HOUSING ______1996 GUERDON MANUFACTURED The following information must be filled in for your ad to appear: HOME, 28 x 40, 3BD/2BA, covered 10 x 20 deck, carport, 2 sheds, corner lot. Located in Name ______Clock Number ______Ashford. $90,000. 360-569-2126 Address ______Shop Number ______2 BD/1-3/4 BA CONDO, corner unit for sale. Appliances stay, unit facing 4-hole on Coun- Mail Coupon to AERO MECHANIC NEWSPAPER, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, 98108 Deadline is July 16th! try Club Estates Golf Course. Pre-approved buyers. $150.000. 425-760-1575 July 2012 751 AERO MECHANIC Page 11 1998 29 R.K. CARRI-LITE 5TH WHEEL, 1998 CHEVROLET LUMINA, very good cond, good condition. Storm windows and 1997 TOOLS VEHICLES only 61,200 miles. Auto, A/C, power windows Ram diesel ext cab, $17,000. Trailer alone, and locks. $3,250 OBO. 253-735-0382 CRAFTSMAN 10” TABLE SAW in box, 1985 S-10 EXT CAB, orange, hot rod, 400 $11,000. 360-876-2861 new with legs. Craftman 10” radial arms saw HP, V8, 350, T350 Tras , Ford 9”, 100” nos, 1973 BUICK RIVIERA GS STAGE 1, loaded, with legs, used twice – one new in box triple 1996 FLEETWOOD AMERICAN DREAM fuel cell, roll bar, MSD, tubbed. $6,000 OBO. just over 83,000 original miles. Interior black, rollers, one new in box single rollers. All for 253-735-9565 or [email protected] motor home. 40 ft diesel, 1 owner, no smok- $310. 253-833-2196 exterior, gun smoke grey metallic. Serious in- ing, washer/dryer, 7kw generator. $35,000 quiries only. $9,000 OBO. 509-775-0759 OBO. Completely loaded, Auburn. 253-839- 2006 SILVERADO, 1500, 4x4, crew cab, TROY-BILT 10 HP CHIPPER/SHREDDER. blue, new wheels and tires, 9.5/10 condition, 5757 or 253-486-7348 425-776-3862 2000 HONDA CIVIC EX, 2dr, 4cyl, auto, cloth seats, 80,000 miles. $18,000 OBO. 98k, sun roof, power windows/locks, remote 253-732-9565 or [email protected] keyless entry, new belts and water pump 5- 11. $4,000. 425-743-5315 Machinists Custom Choices Annual Enrollment Begins July 16th It’s once again time to review your supplemental To schedule your phone appointment, simply call replacement income when you are disabled due to an insurance policies and determine if they are providing EBS’ toll-free number, 1-888-521-2900 to speak off-the-job accident or illness. * Available to all newly eligible members (those hired adequate coverage for you and your family. Employee with a coordinator who will pre-schedule your Machinist after August 12, 2011) on a guaranteed issue basis. Benefit Services (EBS) first introduced the phone appointment for you. Custom Choices program of supplemental insurance * Members choose a benefit amount of up to 60% of salary (from $300 to a maximum of $2,100 per month). benefits to IAM & AW members at Boeing’s Puget Find more detailed information on the products, * Tax-free benefits begin after 6 months of disability Sound facilities in 2006. This unique program offers visit: www.ebsworksite.org/boeing.htm. options members can’t get anywhere else. Participation and are payable for up to 5 years. More detailed information on each of the products as in the plan is strictly voluntary. Representatives will also be present at the Mem- well as a short video on each can be found on EBS’ The products offered through this program were custom ber Appreciation Fair at both the Puyallup and website – www.ebsworksite.org/boeing.htm. designed to supplement the benefits members receive Monroe Fairgrounds. through our Collective Bargaining Agreement with Boeing. 2012 Enrollment Process The benefits paid from these policies do not coordinate We began a new enrollment process last year and with group insurance and are paid directly to you or your benefit will never go down. will use that process again this year. Members are beneficiary. If you were hired after the completion of the * Policies are available for IAM & AW member, able to enroll in the Custom Choices benefits with the 2011 enrollment (August 12, 2011), you may enroll in spouse, dependent children and grandchildren. Member convenience of a phone call with a Machinist Custom any of the policies regardless of your health. This means need not apply in order to cover other family members. Choices representative. no newly eligible member will be denied coverage. CRITICAL ILLNESS - cash to help with expenses These representatives are not salespeople. Their Those members who were eligible during previous enroll- not covered by health insurance if you are diagnosed charge is to distribute information to those members ments may apply for coverage subject to evidence of with a covered critical illness interested in the policies available through the program insurability. * Entire benefit amount paid directly to the insured and enroll those who decide to participate. By conduct- Policies Available through the Machinists Custom upon diagnosis of heart attack, stroke, cancer, organ ing the enrollment via the phone, you can have your Choices Program transplant, end stage renal failure. spouse join you on the phone or the Custom Choices Products available through the Machinist Custom * Health screening benefit for the member and spouse representative can conference your spouse in to the call. Choices program include a permanent life insurance policy, - $50 per year to help pay for covered screening tests. The enrollment for those members in the Boeing Puget critical illness, accident insurance, and disability income. * Member selects a benefit amount of $15,000, Sound facilities officially opens on Monday, July 16th, All but the critical illness product include a Strike Waiver $30,000, or $50,000. 2011, but you can call now to pre-schedule your phone of premium provision. If there is a need to strike, the * Newly eligible members (those hired after August appointment with a Custom Choices representative. insurance company will waive the premium on all life, 12, 21011) may enroll for up to $15,000 on a guaranteed Even if you have already purchased a policy, this is a accident, and disability policies for up to six months. The issue basis (pre-existing condition limitations apply). good time to ensure it is still meeting your needs. You may Life, Critical Illness, and Accident plans are permanent and * Dependent children covered at no additional cost. want to make a change in your coverage or purchase portable. You can take them with you at the same cost and * Member may also apply for coverage for their spouse. additional benefits for you and/or your family members. benefit should you leave Boeing. ACCIDENT INSURANCE - cash to help with ex- To schedule your phone appointment, simply call LIFE - permanent life insurance to help your loved penses from covered accidents on or off the job EBS’ toll-free number, 1-888-521-2900 to speak with a ones with ongoing expenses * 24-hour benefits for covered accidents on or off the coordinator who will pre-schedule your phone appoint- * Available to all newly eligible members (those hired job. ment for you. after August 12, 2011) on a guaranteed issue basis. Those * $350 Emergency Room benefit. On the day of your appointment, a Custom Choices members can purchase the amount of coverage up to $10 * $1,000 hospital admission benefit plus $250 per day. representative will call you at the number you provided, per week will buy with no medical questions to qualify. * Up to $50,000 accidental death benefit. review the program with you, answer any questions you * Members who elect coverage during their first year * Additional benefits for transportation, lodging, may have, and enroll you in the benefits you choose. of eligibility are guaranteed future increases in coverage dismemberment, common accidental injuries, and fol- Remember – the enrollment period closes August up to $10 per week. low-up care. 10th. Don’t let time slip away. Pre-schedule your phone * Cost of life insurance will never go up and death LONG-TERM DISABILITY INCOME (LTD) - appointment today. Improving the Quality of Life for Others Machinists Union members contin- well as helping out at Northwest ued their efforts of community service Harvest Warehouse every throughout our region in June to im- Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. prove the quality of life for others – On June 3, volunteers helped a preparing and serving meals multiple member in Bothell by installing a weekends at both the Everett Gospel hand rail system on his deck and Mission and Tacoma Rescue Mission, as two staircases.

Daniel L to R: George Braun, Rob Curran, Tom Martinez Lindberg and Vennie Murphy prepare and prepared and serve meals each weekend at the Tacoma served food at Rescue Mission. the Everett Gospel Mission.

Retirees Tom Lindberg and Above: George Braun helping at the Rebuilding Tacoma Mission. the railing system for a home in Bothell.

Photo left: Paul Schubert prepares to Helping out at the Everett Gospel Mission L serve meals to R: Chris Louie, Stephanie Lloyd-Agnew, at the Everett Daniel Martinez, Paul Schubert and Adrian Gospel Machinist volunteers built and installed a railing system for a deck and Camez Mission. two staircases in a Bothell home. Page 12 751 AERO MECHANIC July 2012

EASTERN WASHINGTON Eastern Locals Raise More than $7,000 for Guide Dogs

District 751’s Eastern Washington locals have raised a record amount of money for Guide Dogs of America – with more money on the way. Locals 86, 1123 and 1951 have so far raised a total of $6,936 with their annual raffle drawings, said Staff Assistant Ken Howard. That includes some $2,200 collected over three days with a booth set up outside the Ranch & Homes store in Kennewick. Ma- Ed Leverich of Goldendale won Local 1951 President Craig Smoot (l) chinists Union members Ken Howard’’s grandsons Dylan, Zack the second prize of Mariners sold Guide Dogs raffle tick- presented Fred Rumsey of Pasco with the and Mason helped sell tickets to raise tickets, round trip air, and one $1,000 Ranch & Home gift certificate. ets and handed out informa- money for Guide Dogs. Zack even sold $20 night at the SeaTac Red Lion. tion about the benefits of worth of tickets to Ranch & Home owner Larry belonging to a union. Bill Dress (pictured above). Burrow, “We gave away a lot of Local 86 union packets,” Howard said. “It was a won a Mariners’ baseball weekend in member at good organizing tool that helped edu- Seattle, including hotel and air fare; Triumph cate the public on the benefits of union • Nyles Wilson of Kennewick, who Composites, membership.” won a night’s lodging at the Davenport won the The Ranch & Homes stores in the Hotel in Spokane; and $30 Tri-Cities are traditional sponsors of the • Larry Burrow of Spokane, who won dinner gift Guide Dogs fundraisers in Eastern a $30 gift certificate at Texas Roadhouse certificate Washington. This year’s top prize in the restaurant. to Texas Roadhouse. drawing was a $1,000 Ranch & Home With almost $7,000 raised for Guide gift certificate, which was won by Fred Dogs, 2012 is already a record fundraising Rumsey of Pasco. year for the Eastern Washington locals. Other winners in the drawing were: However, union members at Pexco and • Ed Leverich of Goldendale, who other Yakima-area sites still have their own Local 1951 President Craig Smoot prize drawing to the community to realize there’s more to (l) presented Nyles Wilson of conduct, Howard our union than union dues,” he said. Kennewick with the third place gift noted. That could “We’re having fun, and we’re doing of one night at The Davenport add hundreds something that helps people.” Hotel and a $50 dinner certificate. more dollars to the total. At the same time, the Guide Dogs fundraising efforts are helping build solidarity among members and raise the union’s profile in their communi- L to R: Craig Smoot, Jim Hanle, and Brad Davis were three ties, Howard said. of the members who volunteered at the IAM booth at the “We’re trying Ranch & Home event to raise money for Guide Dogs. to get people in Brad Davis draws the winning tickets at the 1951 meeting. Machinists and Alcoa Celebrate 60 Years Together in Wenatchee

The first aluminum plant to open after World War II – caused by Enron Corp. and its attempts to manipulate Alcoa’s Wenatchee Work — is one of the last ones the West Coast energy market. Alcoa kept 400 workers standing. on the payroll to either maintain the plant or work as The plant, which employees nearly 50 members of volunteers in the community. District 751, celebrated its 60th anniversary in June with Today, about 450 people work at the Wenatchee an open house for family, friends and neighbors. works. About 275 of them are union members, belong- “Just about everybody in Wenatchee has some connec- ing to the Machinists Union or four other unions that are tion to Alcoa,” Bob Wilt, the former vice president and part of the Wenatchee Aluminum trades Council. Local 1123 President Jim O’Brien (r) manager at the plant, told the Wenatchee World. “I think The Machinists Union represents workers at both congratulates Elmer Wall on his recent it’s great for the community to get a chance to see it.” surviving aluminum smelters. Wenatchee workers are retirement from Alcoa. The Wenatchee Works was a pioneer in what was part of Local 1123, a District 751 affiliate. Intalco once one of the Pacific Northwest’s premiere industries. workers are part of IAM District Lodge 160. Well Wishes for Wall At one time, nearly 40 percent of all aluminum The fact that those two plants have survived is a smelted in the United States came out of plants in testament to the skills and dedications of the Machinists Local 1123 offered good wishes as member Elmer Washington state. The cheap and abundant electricity and other union workers who have labored there for Wall retired from Alcoa’s Wenatchee Works on June provided by Columbia River dams powered the indus- decades, said District 751 President Tom Wroblewski. 1st. Elmer has been a Machinists Union member since try. In their heyday in the 1980s, the 10 largest plants “Our members from Local 1123 are some of the hiring into the plant in January, 1985. consumed as much electricity as three cities the size of highest-skilled manufacturing workers east of the Cas- Elmer also has been active in the Union and served Seattle, the Associated Press reported. cades,” Wroblewski said. “The Wenatchee plant is the as an officer for Local 1123 for more than two decades. But undercut by cheap imports – particularly from most-efficient, lowest-cost plant that Alcoa operates Local 1123 President Jim O’Brien and Staff Assis- Russia and China – the industry has contracted. Today, anywhere, and that’s because of its union workforce.” tant Ken Howard were on hand to congratulate him on only two plants remain: the Wenatchee Works and The Local 1123 workers at Alcoa are “also some of his well-deserved retirement and presented him with Alcoa’s Intalco Works north of Bellingham. the most resilient workers anywhere, considering all and IAM watch. The Wenatchee Works shut down for 40 months, that they’ve been through,” he added. “They make us all starting in 2001, after the spike in electricity prices proud to be their fellow Machinists.”